Dunwoody Preservation Trust Dunwoody Idol Auditions

 

For the seventh year in a row, the Dunwoody Preservation Trust Lemonade Days Festival will hold its popular “Dunwoody Idol” competition, a showcase for local middle and high school singing talent. Acceptance into the Dunwoody Idol show is by audition only.

Auditions will be held at the Dunwoody Nature Center during the Battle of the Bands Concert in the Park on March 18, 2023, to select ten singing finalists will compete in the Dunwoody Idol competition on Saturday, April 22nd during the Lemonade Days Festival.… Read More »

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Contact:

Mark Gallegos
mark@dunwoodymusic.com

Celebrate Saint Valentine’s Day at ENZO Steakhouse & Bar

Celebrate the sweetest time of year at ENZO Steakhouse & Bar on Saturday, February 11th through Tuesday, February 14th. Featuring a special Saint Valentine’s Day dinner menu created by Executive Chef Andrea Montobbio, guests are invited to explore delectable offerings from land and sea. Begin the meal with must-try sharables including ENZO’s signature crispy olives, charcuterie, charred octopus, lobster bisque, and squash and burrata.… Read More »

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Contact:

ENZO Steakhouse and Bar
(770) 756-9188
info@enzo-itl.com

Get Funky With Punk Bingo at Red’s Beer Garden

No ordinary game night, this recurring event will be infused with punk music and a little cringe humor, all while raising money and support for a different nonprofit each month. Players are suggested to bring a donation of $5 for one bingo card or $10 for 3 bingo cards, earning an evening of entertainment and a chance to compete for a variety of prizes, including swag, to-go beer from an assortment of breweries, and more.… Read More »

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Contact:

Red's Beer Garden
(770) 637-2299
kristen@redsbeergarden.com

Miraval Spa, Austin – a Review from the Aha! Style Editor

by The Aha! Connection Style Editor for The Aha! Connection

photos courtesy of the Miraval Facebook Page 

A friend texted me on Black Friday and said, “drop what you are doing and sign up for this Black Friday deal at Miraval Spa, Austin”.  Since you can cancel up to 30 days out, I clicked the link on the spot, and so began my “spa journey” … and I soon found out it was more than just massages and manicures!… Read More »

BizEd: Strategic Planning

The Value of an Annual SWOT Analysis

Atlanta— January 31, 2023— The Perimeter Chamber will partner with the University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) DeKalb Office to produce an educational virtual series titled BizEd during 2023.

The first event BizEd: Strategic Planning, The Value of an Annual SWOT Analysis will take place on February 15, 2023 at 10am.… Read More »

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Contact:

Stephanie Freeman, IOM, GCCE
stephanie@perimeterchamber.com

Perimeter Chamber Advocates for Business

Dunwoody Perimeter Chamber becomes
Perimeter Partnership & Chamber of Commerce, Inc.
The Dunwoody Perimeter Chamber is now the Perimeter Partnership & Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (Perimeter Chamber) a 501c(6) organization advocating for all businesses in the greater Perimeter region.

As the Perimeter region expands, so does the need for an inclusive business organization to serve and advocate for its demands.… Read More »

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Contact:

Tiffany Edgeman
perimeterchamber@gmail.com

National Girls & Women in Sports Day

As a National Youth Sports Strategy Champion, Dunwoody Fencing Club celebrates National Girls & Women in Sports Day honoring the achievements of women in sports and inspiring girls and women to participate in sports. Dunwoody Fencing Club fencers compete under the direction of Head Coach Kathy Vail and Coach James Wallace… Read More »

Celebrate The Season Of Love At Distillery Of Modern Art

On Valentine’s Day, February 14th, friends and lovers can sip cocktails as they join Chef Naina Bhedwar, culinary instructor, personal chef and all-round spice expert, for a cooking demonstration and tasting. From 8 p.m. to 10 p.m., guests’ palates will be enticed with an unforgettable culinary experience featuring both a savory and sweet treat drawing from Chef Naina’s Persian background.… Read More »

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Contact:

Distillery of Modern Art
(404) 482-2663

Saint George Anders: April 19, 2006 ~ January 22, 2023

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I’ll bet you didn’t know The Aha! Connection came really close to being named “Walking George” instead. A group of friends and I were pondering how to turn my email newsletter hobby into a business and “Walking George” came in second place for a name. I always found out about fun/relevant/important news when out and about walking with George.… Read More »

SPRUILL CENTER FOR THE ARTS ANNOUNCES ARTISTIC AFFAIR 2023 AN ARTS EXPERIENCE FUNDRAISER

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — DUNWOODY, GA, February 1, 2023 – The Spruill Center for the Arts today announced that Artistic Affair, its major fundraising event, will be held this year at Factory Atlanta, located in the Chamblee warehouse district at 5616 New Peachtree Rd, Chamblee, GA 30341. The soiree, now in its 37th year, is also moving the event to a Friday night, featuring a later format on March 24 from 7:00 p.m.… Read More »

Band of Horses, HANSON to headline 2023 Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival

Saturday March 25                                           Sunday March 26
Band of Horses                                                  HANSON
Don McLean                                                       The Fray
Deep Blue Something                                       Lissie

 

Don McLean, The Fray and Deep Blue Something also join the lineup

Brookhaven, GA, Jan. 24, 2023 – The City of Brookhaven announces Band of Horses and HANSON as the concert headliners for the 2023 Brookhaven Cherry Blossom Festival, taking place Saturday and Sunday, March 25-26, at Blackburn Park, 3493 Ashford Dunwoody Road in Brookhaven.Read More »

DHS Swim & Dive Heading to State!

Our Wet Wildcats crushed it at the County meet! Boys placed 3rd overall and Girls placed 4th, with many athletes placing Top 3 in Dekalb County. 

Our boys team placed 3rd in the 200 Medley Relay and 2nd in the 400 freestyle relay. Luke Sandberg placed 1st in the 200 freestyle and 100 butterfly. Reese Benton placed 2nd in the 200 freestyle and 3rd in the 100 breaststroke.… Read More »

Foodie Frenzy – Two Absolutely Amazing Auburn, Alabama Restaurants

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

In case you didn’t already know, I should tell you that I grew up just outside of Auburn, Alabama.  I graduated from Auburn University (as did my father, husband and countless other people close to me including Foodie Patty).  I also sent both of my children to Auburn University. … Read More »

Dunwoody Perimeter Chamber becomes Perimeter Partnership & Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

The Dunwoody Perimeter Chamber is now the Perimeter Partnership & Chamber of Commerce, Inc. (Perimeter Chamber) a 501c(6) organization advocating for all businesses in the greater Perimeter region.

As the Perimeter region expands, so does the need for an inclusive business organization to serve and advocate for its demands. The Perimeter Chamber is ready to take on this challenge and move the entire region forward as they stand by their mission of ‘advancing economic prosperity.’… Read More »