“Tossed Out Treasures” Kicks Off St. Patrick’s Day Weekend of Sales with Spring Fling Launch Party

The Luck of the Irish Isn’t Needed for Fantastic Finds When The Sandy Springs Society’s “Upscale Resale” Fundraiser Returns March 14-17

Forget Black Friday. Each year crowds gather in line to be among the first shoppers to see what amazing items await at Tossed Out Treasures, a bargain hunters’ extravaganza. The annual shopping for a cause event, hosted by the Sandy Springs Society benefits nonprofit organizations throughout the community.… Read More »

Sign up for DUMC’s Great Day of Service – March 23

 

Dunwoody United Methodist Church’s Great Day of Service is a family-friendly event that organizes 600 volunteers in different service projects. This year’s event will be on Saturday, March 23 and we welcome everyone. Most projects are onsite at Dunwoody UMC, and some are within the surrounding community. Many of the projects are family friendly and can be completed in as little as 90 minutes.… Read More »

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Contact:

Sean Penn
sean.penn@dunwoodyumc.org

Icebox Dunwoody

Inside our Dunwoody studio, something amazing is happening. With our fun atmosphere, highly trained staff and best equipment in the industry, we push past the norms of a typical wellness studio and deliver the Icebox, customer-centric, best-three-minutes-of-your-day, cool experience! From athletic performance & pain management to beauty & overall wellness, Icebox can give you the best innovative cold therapy experience.… Read More »

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February Aha! Lunch & Learn with Tom Bass & Jake Hill

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Peggy and I invited Coach Bass and Coach Hill to lunch at North Italia on Tuesday.  Both men have coached my sons over the years so I’ve known them for awhile but I wanted to introduce them to Peggy since her oldest will be attending DHS as a 9th grader next year.  … Read More »

Cheese Fries on the menu on National Cheddar Fries Day at Lemonade Days

 

 Mark your calendars!  Lemonade Days Festival is scheduled for April 17-21, 2024

Dunwoody Preservation Trust will celebrate National Cheese Fries Day on Saturday April 20th at its annual Lemonade Days Festival. 

Festival goers can purchase their cheese fries that day at Roy’s Royal Dogs. Other tasty foods include Chick-fil-A, Greek Tavern, Mad Italian, Soul Truckin and newcomer Big Daddy Dane’s BBQ. … Read More »

The Mental Health Connection: Is it Tech Use or Abuse?

by Ross Mills, MS, NCC of Atlanta Specialized Care for The Aha! Connection

Is it Tech Use or Abuse?

Technology is ever-present in our lives. Everyday items like phones, laptops, tablets, and video games are used daily by individuals of all ages. Advancements in technology have enhanced how we communicate, entertain ourselves, and work, making daily tasks easier and more enjoyable.… Read More »

Fundraiser supporting 20 years of Christ Child Society of Atlanta

Christ Child Society of Atlanta is proudly celebrating 20 years of serving children in the greater Atlanta area with a Kentucky Derby themed fundraiser.  All are invited to Run the Race, an evening of celebration with Southern Fare and Kentucky Bluegrass at Chastain Horse Park.  The event is Saturday, April 27th, 2024.  Post time: 7:00!
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Contact:

Hendie Salton
(678) 360-0772
kfrohoff@christchildatlanta.org

3-Course Valentine’s Day Dinner at Boone’s

Wine, dine and get cozy with the ones you love at Boone’s at Bobby Jones Golf Course this Valentine’s Day. In addition to their signature and seasonal offerings, Executive Chef Jason Stern is serving a special three-course, prix fixe menu for $90 beginning Wednesday, February 14th to Sunday, February 18th. With an easygoing, clubhouse-inspired atmosphere, diners are invited to sit back and relax and start their meal with spinach artichoke dip or a scallop, carrot puree, shaved fennel and pistachio appetizer, or opt for the choice of a salad or soup.… Read More »

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Caren West PR
(404) 614-0006
emma@carenwestpr.com

National Charity League – Dunwoody Chapter Membership Drive

The National Charity League – Dunwoody Chapter is currently recruiting new members. The application deadline is Friday, March 1, 2024.

NCL was founded in California in 1925 by a small group of women and has grown to 270 chapters across the country serving 6,000 charities and volunteering 3 million hours annually. The Dunwoody Chapter began in 2004 and was chartered as the 116th chapter of NCL.… Read More »

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Contact:

Allison Braley
MembershipDunwoody@nclonline.org

Compassion: Encountering Dementia with Meaningful Action 

Have you ever wanted to learn more about how you can help your family, neighbors, customers, coworkers or fellow parishioners whose lives are touched by Alzheimer’s or other dementias? How can you be a better friend to families experiencing the changes of dementia? 

Join us at St Patrick’s Episcopal Church on Sunday, March 3, 2023, 2:00-3:30pm for this free educational event featuring Daphne Johnston, CEO and Founder of the Respite for All Foundation.… Read More »

Hightower Homework Club

Volunteer with Hightower Homework Club at Crossroads Church (4805 Tilly Mill Rd.) from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m., Monday-Thursday during the school year. Children (K – 5th grade) receive instruction and homework help from teachers, but volunteers are needed to assist teachers, give individual homework help and provide playground supervision. Contact Rich Reynell or visit CornersOutreach.org for more information or to volunteer.… Read More »

Dunwoody High School Student Earns Bronze & Silver Medals. 

Congressman Johnson Honors High School Student with Congressional Award

 

On Friday, January 26, 2024, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) presented Dunwoody High School senior Annie Peng with the Congressional Award Bronze and Silver Medals at the north DeKalb school.  

Peng earned the recognition by achieving personal goals focused on volunteerism, character development, and fitness. Peng is this year’s only recipient of the Congressional Award in Georgia’s Fourth Congressional District.  … Read More »