Show Dad He’s the Rarest of Them All at ENZO Steakhouse & Bar

Savor every moment with Dad this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 18th, by making ENZO Steakhouse & Bar a part of the weekend. Whether it’s indulging in signature brunch favorites or enjoying dishes from their extensive dinner menu, the modern Italian steakhouse will make sure this Father’s Day is one of the best. Spoil him with signature and seasonal offerings boasting bold flavors, including hand-made pasta dishes, choice cuts of steaks, chops, fresh seafood and more.… Read More »

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(770) 756-9188
riley@carenwestpr.com

Pleats Please — ANT/DOTE’s Issey Miyake Pop-Up

Calling all fans of fashion, art and design. ANT/DOTE, a go-to retail destination for designer fashion, is hosting a breathtaking Issey Miyake pop-up at its brick-and-mortar Atlanta location. From Tuesday, June 13th until Sunday, June 18th, shoppers can view elaborate, hanging window displays of gloves, tops and skirts from Issey Miyake SS23. Special pieces from the entire Issey family including, Homme Plisse, Issey Main, Bao Bao, and Pleats Please, who’s celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, will be on display.… Read More »

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Volunteers Needed for the Dunwoody 4th of July Parade

The 4th of July parade is right around the corner and this year’s parade is going to be great one! We have many new and fun entries, some great bands, and even a few surprises. The parade is presented by The Dunwoody Homeowner’s Association and is in need of additional volunteers to make the 2023 parade the best ever!… Read More »

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Penny Forman
(770) 256-3541
penny.forman13@gmail.com

What are you reading now? What should I read next?

by Audra H Anders for The Aha! Connection

Update…

Links to the books others have recommended.

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2023 Fall Youth Soccer at Dunwoody United Methodist Church

 

The soccer program at Dunwoody United Methodist Church is designed for players to learn new skills and how to put those skills to work while learning the importance of teamwork. For ages 3 through 4th grade.

Registration:
June through first of August

Practices:
Begin mid/late August

Games:
September through October… Read More »

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Contact:

Devonta White
(770) 394-0675
devonta.white@dunwoodyumc.org

Support the CAC at the 2023 July 4th Parade

Once again, the Community Assistance Center (CAC) and Dunwoody Boy Scout Troop 764 are teaming up to collect canned goods for our neighbors in need during this year’s Dunwoody Fourth of July parade.

Want to help? It’s easy! Just bring canned food when you come to watch the parade, then drop your cans into our shopping carts as the CAC and Scouts march on by.… Read More »

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Laura Deupree
(770) 552-4889
laura.deupree@ourcac.org

Giveaway: The RoadMap Lab™~ A strategic approach to planning a future of dignity, purpose, opportunity, and independence for Neurodiverse teens and young adults

Dr. Dana Zavatky is an Atlanta based licensed psychologist and behavior analyst who has focused on children in the autism spectrum for much of her career. She has formed a company, Parallel  with her business partner and together they have recently published a book that many will find helpful as they navigate the many challenges of life.… Read More »

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Volunteers Needed for Latino Hispanic Celebration Planning

I’m looking for volunteers who would like to be part of the Latino Hispanic celebration planning group for the Sept 17th event.   This is the event webpage: https://www.dunwoodyga.gov/government/arts-and-culture/cultural-heritage-events.   Tentative meeting for the newly formed group on June 22nd at Superica at 3pm, but if some people can’t make it then, they can still be part of the planning. … Read More »

Dunwoody celebrates Juneteenth with StoryWalk®

A Flag for Juneteenth was selected as the StoryWalk® for June.

Dunwoody, GA – June 8, 2023 – Dunwoody Parks and Recreation will present a special StoryWalk® throughout the month of June to celebrate Juneteenth. A Flag for Juneteenth will be on display in two locations: near the playground at Brook Run Park and at the Dunwoody Nature Center.… Read More »

Distillery of Modern Art Hosts Yoga & Spirits 

Stretch that weekend feeling with a yoga class at Distillery of Modern Art, an amalgamation of a distillery, gallery, event space, covered patio, and cocktail lounge that is located in the heart of Chamblee. On Sunday, June 25th beginning at 11 a.m., Cherri McCallister, owner of breathe.yoga studio will host a traditional yoga class welcoming all skill levels at the beautiful, art-filled space.… Read More »

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Distillery of Modern Art
(404) 482-2663

Distillery of Modern Art Hosts Boudoir Burlesque

Learn the art of the tease with Boudoir Burlesque at Distillery of Modern Art on Sunday, June 25th from 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. Critically celebrated and award-winning teachers from The Atlanta School of Burlesque will start by walking burlesque beginners through the fundamentals of the sensual dance style. Welcoming all skill levels, Zara Estelle will teach Burlesque movements and walks, leaving participants loving their bodies and the new moves they learned.… Read More »

Master the Art of Chocolate Creation at Distillery of Modern Art

Unlock the secrets of pastry perfection at Distillery of Modern Art on Wednesday, June 21, 2023 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Acclaimed pastry chef Jocelyn Dubuke-Gragg, the innovator behind JARDí Chocolates, will demonstrate the art of creating a hazelnut financier with dark chocolate and orange— a delightful combination leaving taste buds craving more. Each ticket to the experience includes a specialty cocktail made with Distillery of Modern Art’s house-made spirits along with the timeless French cake, and a wealth of tips and tricks to help participants unlock their inner pastry chef.… Read More »

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(404) 482-2663

The Bitter and the Sweet ~ Book Giveaway from one of Audra’s Hometown Friends!

by Audra Hurston Anders for The Aha! Connection

A friend I’ve known since elementary school in Opelika, Alabama way back in the late 1970’s reached out to me last fall to let me know she had written a book!  I pre-ordered it as soon as we finished chatting and could hardly wait for the publication date to arrive in May.  … Read More »

Cheers to 21 Years of The Grant Park Conservancy Summer Shade Festival

For two decades, the Grant Park Conservancy Summer Shade Festival has welcomed music, art, and event enthusiasts to close out summer during two fun-filled two days celebrating Atlanta’s oldest park. The 21st annual Summer Shade Festival will take place on Saturday, August 26, from 10 am to 10 pm, and Sunday, August 27, from 11:00 am to 6:00 pm.… Read More »

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Local High School Student Inspires with Buzzies for CHOA

Elizabeth McCall, a rising senior at Marist School, is organizing a fundraiser to help children with cancer or other blood disorders. She has partnered with Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s (CHOA) Aflac Cancer & Blood Disorder Center to donate pain-relieving Buzzies to help children in need. Fundraising Link:  Help Donate to Give Children at CHOA Buzzies!, organized by Elizabeth McCall   Elizabeth’s passion for STEM and community has made her want to help children feel better when they get necessary injections and IVs.… Read More »