Intown Community School – A 2024 National Blue Ribbon School

As one of only two private schools in the state of Georgia, and one of only 40 nationwide, Intown Community School won the 2024 National Blue Ribbon award.  This signifies academic excellence (top 15% of standardized test scores in the country), rich programming, and community involvement.  Nestled on a beautiful campus in the heart of Toco Hills/Emory, we are a covenant, Christian school serving students in grades K-8.  … Read More »

Par-Tee at Boone’ Easter Bunny Brunch & Egg Hunt

The Easter Bunny is hopping over to Boone’s for an eggs-tra special brunch on Easter Sunday, April 20th. Little golfers-in-training can snap a picture with everyone’s favorite bunny from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and take to the putting green for an exciting Easter egg hunt at 2 p.m. To fuel up for the festivities, guests can hop inside for an unforgettable brunch from 11 a.m.… Read More »

A Musical Tale for Little Ears from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

A Musical Tale for Little Ears from the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Music meets storytelling when the classic fable of The Tortoise and the Hare is brought to life by actors and musicians from the Atlanta Symphony. This interactive 45-minute show invites kids ages 3-8 with their families to enjoy the classic tale of patience and perseverance.… Read More »

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Dunwoody Target Orbeez Gun Shooting – The Rest of the Story…

Last summer, a local mother and her teenage daughter were shopping on a Friday evening at the Dunwoody Target. They exited the building through the west entrance (the door near the return cashiers) and proceeded to walk to their car parked in a spot relatively close to the entrance.  As they were nearing their car with a cart full of merchandise, they could hear a vehicle approaching with music playing and voices laughing and chatting loudly.  … Read More »

Westside Motor Lounge Hosts Mental Awakening Fest

Westside Motor Lounge welcomes the return of Mental Awakening, a two-day festival filled with live music, local art, and community spirit, on Friday, April 4, and Saturday, April 5, 2025. Presented by Crawfish For A Cause, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds and awareness for mental health and suicide prevention, the annual event brings together music lovers, artists, and advocates for an unforgettable weekend — all in support of critical mental health initiatives in the Atlanta area.… Read More »

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Peachtree Middle School Swim Team

Exciting News for Peachtree Middle School Families!

Do you have a rising 6th-8th grader at Peachtree Middle who can swim a full lap of the pool unassisted? Whether they’re a year-round swimmer, a summer swim team member, or just love to swim, Peachtree Middle is exploring the possibility of launching a middle school swim team in fall 2025—and we want to know if there’s enough interest to make it happen!… Read More »

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Farewell Coach Nash – Say Goodbye in Person, Via a Note, and/or with a Gift of Gratitude

After a decade of dedication to the Dunwoody community, the Nash Family is moving on to their next chapter. Coach Nash inherited a struggling DHS football team of only 17 players. Today the team has nearly 100. He was instrumental in driving a capital campaign that provided a turf field, bleachers, lights and a sound system for the high school.… Read More »

Police Chief Carlson: Men’s Ministry Speaker

Men: Dunwoody Police Chief Mike Carlson will share his faith story with us in the Fellowship Hall of Dunwoody United Methodist Church, 1548 Mt. Vernon Rd. Dunwoody on Tuesday, April 29 from 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. We invite you to join us as we hear his message of faith and encouragement and to enjoy a full southern breakfast prepared by our very own Chef Zacka!… Read More »

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Contact:

Becky Springer
(770) 394-0675
becky.springer@dunwoodyumc.org

The Academic Connection: 10 mistakes students make when studying for tests and exams

by Maggie Wray of Creating Positive Futures for The Aha! Connection

It’s not uncommon for tests – especially midterms and final exams – to have as much (or more) of an impact on students’ grades as all of the other assignments they do throughout the rest of the semester, combined. This is especially true when they get to college, where exams can be worth as much as 80% or even 100% of their overall grade.… Read More »

Dunwoody Storefront Art Exhibit 2025 – Call for Submissions 

Create Dunwoody is seeking Dunwoody High School student art submissions for its 4th Annual Storefront Art Exhibit. Create Dunwoody will select up to 15 DHS artists to paint 2’x2’ canvases for temporary display in local business windows and receive a $200 award for completed artwork. Max 2 draft submissions/student. Apply and send your draft here: https://forms.gle/WBox19Zzvi7YiXL97Read More »

Create Dunwoody’s Holi in Dunwoody 

Sunday, March 9, 2025 from 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM at
Brook Run Park – Great Lawn   Join us for a fun, unforgettable celebration of Holi, the vibrant Festival of Colors welcoming spring! Experience this three-hour festival extravaganza of dancing, music, food, and throwing of colors!  https://www.createdunwoody.org/holi  See photos from Holi 2024   Preorder your vibrant powders in advance to avoid lines. … Read More »