Kingswood Church announces that it welcomes Rev. Dr. Dana Everhart as senior pastor, effective June 30. Everhart replaces Rev. Charles Broome, who has served in that role since 2015. Rev. Broome celebrated his last Sunday at Kingswood Church on June 9. Retiring from full-time ministry, he and his wife June have relocated to Grovetown, Georgia, where he will serve as a chaplain at the Joseph M.… Read More »
My name is Tommy and I grew up in the Branches neighborhood. Over the years, I swam for our swim team, mowed lawns and did odd jobs for over 100 clients in the Dunwoody area, and most recently have run a summer camp for the younger dudes. This summer I am offering a very affordable driveway and front walkway pressure washing service.… Read More »
Matt Weber and I had lunch at J. Alexander’s earlier this week. First I’ll tell you about our food and then I’ll introduce you to Matt, although my guess is most of you already know him!
The restaurant wasn’t very crowded at all so our servers were very attentive. … Read More »
Rosé all day in the name of freedom this Fourth of July, literally! On Thursday, July 4th, TWO urban licks is raising a glass to our independence by offering endless rosé choices from their vast selection of wine sourced from around the globe by expert and Concentrics Restaurants partner Todd Rushing. Beat the heat and clink to the pink with $25 rosé wine bottles from 11 a.m.… Read More »
Sweet Auburn Barbecue is known for its strong commitment to supporting Asian-owned businesses in the Atlanta community and beyond. Continuing this tradition, the Poncey-Highland barbecue spot co-owned by restaurateurs Anita and Howard Hsu is hosting an Asian Bake Sale on Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 9 am to 11 am. This event will offer an opportunity to sample and purchase a wide selection of delicious baked goods from some of Atlanta’s beloved bakeries and small businesses.… Read More »
Puttshack, renowned as the pioneer in tech-infused mini golf experiences, is putting for Pride at its Atlanta location on Tuesday, June 25th. From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., when mini golf enthusiasts book a 9-hole mini golf game using code PRIDE2024, 20% of the proceeds will support It Gets Better, a nonprofit with a mission to uplift, empower and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.… Read More »
Vesper is continuing its quarterly comedy series featuring the best of Atlanta’s comedians. On Wednesday, July 17th at 7 p.m., host and stand-up comedian Zain Sharif will deliver a healthy serving of non-stop laughs. Seating is first come, first served, so guests are encouraged to arrive early to grab a craft cocktail and mingle with fellow comedy lovers.… Read More »
by Brian Eufinger of Edison Prep for The Aha! Connection
With summer in full swing, parent-to-parent conversations around the grill invariably involve their children’s upcoming college plans: “Where is Sarah going next fall? Has she decided on a major? She got how much in merit aid? I didn’t even know that was possible!”
This article addresses one simple truth: We are living in a golden age of merit aid for college.… Read More »
This week, one lucky Aha! subscriber can win a FREE Training session for up to 4 people from Personal Trainer, Byron Coats!
Byron Coats has been a personal trainer for over 20 years…spending the last 11 years at CHOA as everyone’s favorite instructor! He is a local Dunwoody resident and can come to your home, park or gym and do functional/strength training, weight loss, or programs for runners.… Read More »
Auditory Verbal Center Announces New Board of Director Members
Mark Mesler and Todd Tarrance Join the Organization
Providing Auditory Verbal Therapy in Georgia Since 1977
The Auditory Verbal Center (AVC) announced that Mark Mesler and Todd Tarrance joined its Board of Directors. The Auditory Verbal Center teaches mild to profoundly deaf children to hear and speak without the use of sign language or lip reading.… Read More »
Public hearings are scheduled at Dunwoody City Hall on June 26, June 27, and July 8.
Dunwoody, GA – June 13, 2024 – Today, the City of Dunwoody issues a state-required press release in the format prescribed by the Georgia Department of Revenue. The City is issuing this release concurrent with the required one to give it context that the state one does not allow.… Read More »
Leadership Perimeter, the premier organization in developing and inspiring leaders to serve their communities for a lifetime, recently graduated its inaugural class, the Class of 2024. The group includes 43 outstanding leaders that showcase the region’s diverse and dynamic leadership. Graduates include members that live, work and/or serve in the cities of Brookhaven, Dunwoody and Sandy Springs.… Read More »
It’s time for the “Where’s Audra” giveaway … week two! We’ll be teasing photos here and on Facebook and Instagram again this week and THREE lucky winners will be chosen from the location guesses. Here’s what you might win this week!
Recently the Sandy Springs Society announced their new officers for the 2024-2025 year. Leading the women’s community volunteer organization will be Beth Robertson. Recently they awarded $370,000 in grants to 42 community organizations.
Other members of the Executive Board include:
• President Elect – Sana Thomas
• Immediate Past President – Beth Rousseau
• Vice President of Finance – Janet Quirk
• General Treasurer – Donna Jo Austin
• Project Treasurer – Carol Anne Hendrix
• VP Fundraising – Lisa Ford
• Recording Secretary – Jane Stallman
• Corresponding Secretary – Betsy Harrington
• Parliamentarian – Carol Johns
About The Sandy Springs Society
Since 1988, The Sandy Springs Society has been dedicated to improving the quality of life in Sandy Springs by supporting nonprofit organizations in the community.… Read More »