Discover Dunwoody Launches Interactive “DISCOVERING DUNWOODY” Checklist

Destination Invites Locals and Visitors to Explore the Community with Mobile Passport; Provides Opportunities to Win Unique Prizes Designed by Local Artists

Dunwoody, Ga. (February 23, 2022) Discover Dunwoody, the Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for the thriving suburb just north of Atlanta, today announced the launch of its mobile passport – the Discovering Dunwoody Checklist.… Read More »

Two teens arrested after multiple people injured in pellet gun shootings

SANDY SPRINGS, GA (February 23, 2022) – The Sandy Springs Police Department (SSPD) has made an arrest following an investigation of persons shooting a pellet gun at pedestrians from a moving vehicle.

Incident:

Yesterday (Tuesday February 22, 2022) at 4:30 PM, SSPD officers responded to the area of Johnson Ferry Road at Bonnie Lane after receiving a call from a victim that had just been shot multiple times with a pellet-gun by the occupants of a moving vehicle.… Read More »

Dunwoody Varsity and JV Girls Soccer Shutout Norcross

Varsity celebrated with a region game mercy win on Tuesday vs. Discovery 10-0, with goals by S. Holland (1), L. Garrigan (2), J. Gild (2), L. Lampron (2), E. Ryan (2) and A. Goldstein (1). Assists by S. Holland (4), K. Barrett (1), L. Lampron (1), T. Hodges (1), and L. Wilburn (1).

Both Varsity and JV teams shut out Norcross.… Read More »

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Contact:

Paige Garrigan
(678) 467-7577
paige.garrigan@gmail.com

GPC’s Canopy Soirée Returns to Zoo Atlanta

The second annual Canopy Soirée, hosted by the Grant Park Conservancy (GPC), returns on Friday, March 11, 2022 from 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. Held at Zoo Atlantain Savanna Hall overlooking the mesmerizing African Savanna exhibit, the philanthropic fête benefiting the GPC is an exciting evening featuring dinner, dessert, cocktails, a DJ, dancing, raffle prizes and much more in a beautifully decorated ballroom.… Read More »

Mamma Mia presented by Dunwoody Wildcat Theatre on sale now!

Tickets for the Dunwoody High School Wildcat Theatre’s production of Mamma Mia are on sale now at the following link: https://www.showtix4u.com/event-details/60145. Groups of 10+ can receive a discount by contacting Rosemary Gorham.

The show runs March 17-19 at 7pm and March 20 at 2pm in the DHS auditorium, 5035 Vermack Rd.

ABBA’s hits tell the hilarious story of a young woman’s search for her birth father on a Greek island paradise.… Read More »

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Contact:

Rosemary Gorham
rosemary_gorham@hotmail.com

Clay Walker at City Springs

February 25, 2022  ·  8:00pm

Multi PLATINUM-selling artist Clay Walker is a staple in country music. The Show Dog Nashville hitmaker already has a lifetime’s worth of achievements under his belt with 11 No. 1 songs at country radio, 31 Billboard charted singles, four RIAA PLATINUM albums, two Certified GOLD albums and decades of performances to his credit.… Read More »

Dunwoody High’s Governor’s Honors State Level Finalists

Approximately 3,200 students were nominated to the GHP state-level competition, and over 1,300 of them have been selected as semifinalists for state interviews/auditions. DeKalb County sent 131 students with 52 students being selected and 14 of the 52 hail from Dunwoody. Please congratulate the following State-Level Semi-Finalists and wish them luck as they interview this week!… Read More »

Travel Tuesday with Danielle ~ Sailrock, A Hidden Gem in South Caicos

by Danielle Garrett of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

A few weeks ago my husband and I were longing for a Caribbean getaway.  We looked at several islands, but we wanted something different and unique.  We almost went back to Providenciales, known as Provo, in Turks & Caicos (a favorite of mine).  Then I remembered on our last trip to T&C in 2020 meeting a local that asked me if I’d ever been to Sailrock Resort in South Caicos. … Read More »

DHS Girls Lacrosse Fundraiser

Life is busy! Let us help! Order a delicious dinner of Spiced Right Ribhouse barbeque and help support the Dunwoody High School Girls lacrosse team. Orders must be received AND paid for by March 13. All dinners will be available for pick up between 5-6:30pm at the Dunwoody High School gym on Wednesday, March 16th.

Order a Family Pack for $41.00, which feeds up to a family of four and includes:

1 1/2 pounds of pulled pork OR chicken
1 pint baked beans
1 pint hashbrown casserole
barbeque sauce
4 buns

 OR – Order a Family Pack PLUS 1 pint of banana pudding for $47.00.… Read More »

DHS PTSO Outstanding Student Scholarships – Applications Open Now

Deadline to Apply – Monday, March 14, 2022

The PTSO is offering four (4) scholarships that recognize outstanding seniors from the class of 2022!  There are two categories – Outstanding Senior Scholar and Outstanding Senior Wildcat – each scholarship is a one-time award of $1,000.  The PTSO will award 2 scholarships in each category.    

Applicants should be well-rounded individuals.  … Read More »

Audra’s Chat with a former Miss Georgia & Karen Cannon

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I was recently invited to Christina Locandro’s home in Dunwoody.  Christina is 2010’s Miss Georgia and a long time client of Karen Cannon Realtors.  They helped her sell two homes AND buy two homes.  When I asked Christina why she chose Karen Cannon Realtors, her bottom line answer was…”there is nobody else in Dunwoody….Karen… Read More »

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Winter Warm Up at TWO urban licks

TWO urban licks is kicking up the heat with their Winter Warm Up, a unique beer and bourbon tasting experience highlighting the brews of Scofflaw Brewing Company and bourbons from All Nations on February 24, 2022 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Known for its acclaimed fiery American cuisine, Executive Chef Shain Wancio has selected bites to pair with a specially curated list of brews and spirits.… Read More »

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Contact:

(404) 522-5622