From Cocktails to Karaoke, Head to Vesper Thanksgiving Eve

Drink up before you eat up at Vesper on Thanksgiving Eve, Wednesday, November 22, 2023 beginning at 5 p.m. The Glenwood Park haunt, decked out in deep jewel tones, plush lounge furniture, cozy corners and a welcoming bar, is ready to host its annual night before Thanksgiving bash. From seasonal cocktails including special pecan pie and cranberry sauce shots, impressive zero proof options to holiday-inspired treats, revelers are invited to let loose before it’s officially turkey time.… Read More »

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emma@carenwestpr.com

Holiday Food Drive

Help Dunwoody Police partner with I Care America to collect food for families that need help this holiday season!

We will be collecting items from November 8th until the 20th at the Dunwoody Police Department as well as at Light Up Dunwoody on November 19th.

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Christmas for Kids

Jack Frost and Christmas for Kids are on the way and here to stay!

Bring out the warm sweaters, apple cider, Hallmark movies, and Dunwoody Police CHRISTMAS FOR KIDS!

Our Dunwoody Police elves are hard at work. We have 40 children signed up, 11 children waiting to be sponsored, and multiple children on the waitlist.

Do you know a Dunwoody Family that needs a little extra help this year?… Read More »

DeKalb Superintendent Visits Vanderlyn Elementary

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Superintendent Dr. Devon Horton plans to conduct school Roundtable Visits during the 2023-2024 school year.  His goal is to visit every single school and he’s on track.  He’s visited more than 60 schools already, including Vanderlyn.  These visits are designed as an opportunity for open discussion with the Superintendent about what is happening in each school & community, and to hear stakeholder thoughts on how we can improve as a district.… Read More »

Laundry Lounge Sandy Springs ~ Even for people who have a washer and dryer in their home!

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Yes, I have my very own washer and dryer in my home.  It has been a long time
since I’ve been in a laundromat…probably a few decades actually.  I mostly remember scrambling to find quarters.  So I was pretty intrigued to find out what a laundromat looks like in 2023. … Read More »

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Open Hand Holiday Giving Guide Gives Back!

If you’re looking for the perfect gift to let someone know how much you care for them, check out Open Hand’s giving guide!

From aprons and cutting boards to ornaments and breakfast bread, Open Hand has something for everyone on your list (including you)! Best of all, every gift purchased from Open Hand’s giving guide will directly support nourishing meals for at-risk Georgians.… Read More »

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Joe Gallagher
(404) 419-1107
jgallagher@openhandatlanta.org

Congregation Or Ve Shalom Welcomes the Community to its 47th Annual Hanukkah Bazaar

Congregation Or VeShalom is thrilled to welcome the community to its 47th Annual Hanukkah Bazaar & Food Festival on Sunday, November 19, 2023, from 11 am – 4 pm. More than 1,000 people of all ages can Eat, Play, and Shop at the Bazaar (1681 North Druid Hills Road, Brookhaven, GA).

This family-friendly event will be complete with food, holiday gift shopping, and more.… Read More »

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Nicole Feldman
(404) 633-1737
nicole.feldman@orveshalom.org

Cocktails and Laughs at Distillery of Modern Art’s Top Shelf Comedy Series

Distillery of Modern Art’s monthly stand-up comedy series, Top Shelf Comedy, featuring the best of Atlanta’s comedians is back for another round on Sunday, November 19, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Host Amy Brown and comedians Daniel Dellano, Lanny Farmer, Shaunak Godkhindi, Amanda Marks, and Keonna Scott will deliver a healthy serving of nonstop laughs at the go-to, cocktail and art-infused imbibing destination in the heart of Chamblee.… Read More »

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Distillery of Modern Art
(404) 482-2663

20 Year Old Dunwoody High Grad Killed in Jerusalem

I woke up this morning to the horrible news that a young lady who grew up just a few streets over from me and graduated from Dunwoody High in 2021 was killed in Israel yesterday.   I’ve seen many posts, photos and comments about this on social media and via text.   A friend shared a personal note from Rose’s mom about her plans to travel immediately to Israel to bury her daughter….her… Read More »

Halloween Graph 2023: Yearly Trick or Treat Count at Audra’s House

Yep, I’m still keeping track of Trick or Treaters at my house.  I have the sweetest new neighbors across the street who borrowed costumes from my stash and came over when done to help me tally the final count.  The previous owners of our Meadowlake home started this tradition in 1984.   They were out of town in 1994 and 20 years later in 2014 we were out of town for the Auburn @Ole Miss game.  … Read More »

Vanderlyn Principal Resigns (Principal’s Letter and Audra’s Thoughts)

Thoughts from Audra:

I became a Vanderlyn parent in 2003 when my oldest entered Kindergarten.  We chose our home because of its proximity to the school and walked our boys and our dog George, to and from Vanderlyn for 9 years. We were all there for the very first VanderDash!  I miss being involved at Vanderlyn so much that I’m entering my 2nd year as a member of the Vanderlyn PAC (Principal’s Advisory Committee).… Read More »

Discover a Great Read at Distillery of Modern Art’s November Boozy Book Fair

Join Distillery of Modern Art on Friday, November 10th 2023 for the next Boozy Book Fair with Read It Again Bookstore. From 6 p.m. to 9 p.m, book lovers are invited to browse a carefully curated selection of titles and enjoy handcrafted signature and fall cocktails, charcuterie from The Spotted Trotter, sweets created by JARDí chocolates, and more.… Read More »

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