Teen Girl Gift Guide

by Ella Smith (Peggy’s Daughter) for The Aha! Connection 2022 Holiday Gift Guide

Note from Audra…I’m certainly a teen wannabe because I own several of these items (#1, #5, #11, #12)!

  1. Pura Vida Bracelets
  2. Cooluli Mini Beauty Refrigerator
  3. Mario Badescu – the Facial Spray Collection
  4. Eli Color-Block Pants
  5. LANEIGE Lip Sleeping Mask
  6. Stanley Tumbler
  7. KISS WIFE Statement Rings
  8. Scuba Oversized Funnel Neck Half Zip
  9. Cammy Boots
  10. Aesthetic Slippers
  11. Revlon One-Step Volumizer Original
  12. Claw Clips
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Book Lover Gift Guide (Boys, Teen Girls, + Audra & Peggy’s Faves)

by Audra H. Anders & Peggy Smith for The Aha! Connection 2022 Holiday Gift Guide

 

Boys (around age 10)

Teen Girls (around age 13)

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Get Funky With Punk Bingo at Red’s Beer Garden

 

On December 22, Red’s Beer Garden is bringing a highly anticipated twist on the conventional bingo night: Punk Bingo! 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. This month will be benefitting Project Community Connections Inc.… Read More »

Contact:

(770) 637-2299

“Anastasia” at The Fox Theatre


Tuesday – Sunday, Dec. 6 – 11 Show times vary
This dazzling show presented by Broadway in Atlanta transports us from Russia to Paris, as a brave young woman sets out on an epic adventure to discover her home, love and family.

From the Tony Award-winning creators of the Broadway classic Ragtime, this dazzling show transports us from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria of Paris in the 1920s, as a brave young woman sets out to discover the mystery of her past.… Read More »

Two Open House Events that NEED your participation and feedback!

Trail Talk – Dec. 7

Help kick off the Dunwoody Trail Master Plan by attending the first Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 7 at Dunwoody City Hall. Stop by between 6 and 8 p.m. to learn more about upcoming events and the project timeline, and share your thoughts in this initial phase. Consultants from the PATH Foundation will be asking participants to share ideas about the following:

  • Potential destinations
  • Desired trail routes
  • Preferred trail types

There will be at least one additional public meeting later in the process.… Read More »

Congrats DHS Wrestlers

Congratulations to the Wildcat Wrestlers for their first place finish at the Harrison Duals over the holiday break. 

The wrestling team also celebrated wins over Stone Mountain, 57-20, and Heritage, 60-15 this week.

The Wildcats improved their Dual record to 12-2.… Read More »

Distillery Of Modern Art’s Amaro Peach Launch Party

The wait is over! Join Distillery of Modern Art to celebrate the official launch of their Amaro Peach on Thursday, December 15th from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Guests will be welcomed with a handcrafted cocktail featuring the new Italian-inspired, Chamblee-made, digestivo that boasts a light peach flavor. Beyond delicious libations and good cheer, light bites will be available at the celebration for guests to snack on as the Paul Fischer Trio performs lively tunes throughout the evening.… Read More »

LOCAL HOST FAMILIES NEEDED :)

Hello! My name is Rachel Gillardi and I am the Regional Director of Georgia for CETUSA (Council for Educational Travel). We need volunteer host families who live in the Dunwoody or North Georgia area to host a foreign exchange student from Europe, Asia, or South America. We are now placing for August 2023 arrivals. Families who love to host, travel, learn about other cultures, make students dreams come true, who might be parents or have a passion for connecting with others- this opportunity is for you!… Read More »

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Contact:

Rachel Gillardi
(314) 603-2394
rachel.gillardi@cetusa.org

USA Fencing CEO visits Dunwoody Fencing Club

Coach Kathy Vail and Coach James Wallace were honored to welcome USA Fencing CEO Phil Andrews to Dunwoody Fencing Club. Mr. Andrews is visiting select fencing clubs around the nation to discuss the exciting future of fencing and to gain insight into fencing club development… Read More »

Contact:

Kathy Vail

Ring In The New Year At Puttshack Atlanta

Countdown to 2023 during Puttshack Atlanta’s New Year’s Eve celebration on Saturday, December 31st. Beginning at 8 p.m., revelers ages 21 and up can ring in the New Year while enjoying globally inspired cuisine, signature cocktails and mocktails, a live DJ, a champagne toast at midnight, and surprises and delights throughout the evening. Party goers are also invited to show off their mini golf skills on one of Puttshack’s four tech-driven, mini golf courses and will leave with a bag of beignets as a sweet treat to take home.… Read More »

Contact:

Mindy Osler
(404) 614-0006
mindy.osler@carenwestpr.com

Urban Pie Celebrates Its Sweet 16 Anniversary

Since 2007, Urban Pie has been slinging hand tossed, thin crust pizzas, cold drinks, and good times in the heart of historic Kirkwood. Founded by restauranteur Lisa Curtis, the local gathering spot is hosting a lively Sweet 16 Anniversary Bash on Sunday, December 4th from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. All ages and pups are welcome to attend the free celebratory event that will have live music from Juan Cervantes, better known as DJ Presyce, mouthwatering eats, speciality cocktails, freebies and more.… Read More »

Contact:

Mindy Osler
(404) 614-0006
mindy.osler@carenwestpr.com

A Very Merry Christmas Eve At Enzo Steakhouse & Bar

 

Gather round, because ENZO Steakhouse & Bar is serving an unforgettable Christmas Eve dinner featuring a three-course prix fixe menu created by Executive Chef Andrea Montobbio, specialty cocktails including the Christmas Spritz, Bacio All’ Amaretto, Cinnabomb, and Mojito Natalizio, and live music on Sunday, December 24, 2022 from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Filled with holiday cheer, chef-driven cuisine, and friends and family, ENZO’s Christmas Eve dinner is $125 for adults and includes one cocktail and $35 for kids 12 and under.… Read More »

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Contact:

(770) 756-9188
info@enzo-itl.com

It’s Giving Tuesday! Here are a few local ideas for you….

Community Assistance Center

Donate to CAC Today and Make a Difference for our Neighbors with your donation, CAC can buy gifts for children from their wish list! Our “elves” will use your donations to shop for children in our community whose families need help in making the holidays a special time. Or, if you’d like to shop for a child yourself, you may Adopt-a-Family from our website.… Read More »

Dunwoody United Methodist Church to Host Night to Shine Prom for People  with Special Needs Sponsored by Tim Tebow Foundation

Dunwoody, Georgia – November 28, 2022 – Dunwoody United Methodist Church announced today that they will serve as a host of Night to Shine 2023, sponsored by the Tim Tebow Foundation. The unforgettable prom night experience, centered on God’s love, celebrating people with special needs will be held in-person by host churches around the world simultaneously on Friday, February 10, 2023.… Read More »