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Sweet Auburn Barbecue is known for its strong commitment to supporting Asian-owned businesses in the Atlanta community and beyond. Continuing this tradition, the Poncey-Highland barbecue spot co-owned by restaurateurs Anita and Howard Hsu is hosting an Asian Bake Sale on Saturday, June 29, 2024, from 9 am to 11 am. This event will offer an opportunity to sample and purchase a wide selection of delicious baked goods from some of Atlanta’s beloved bakeries and small businesses.… Read More »
Puttshack, renowned as the pioneer in tech-infused mini golf experiences, is putting for Pride at its Atlanta location on Tuesday, June 25th. From 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., when mini golf enthusiasts book a 9-hole mini golf game using code PRIDE2024, 20% of the proceeds will support It Gets Better, a nonprofit with a mission to uplift, empower and connect LGBTQ+ youth around the globe.… Read More »
Vesper is continuing its quarterly comedy series featuring the best of Atlanta’s comedians. On Wednesday, July 17th at 7 p.m., host and stand-up comedian Zain Sharif will deliver a healthy serving of non-stop laughs. Seating is first come, first served, so guests are encouraged to arrive early to grab a craft cocktail and mingle with fellow comedy lovers.… Read More »
by Brian Eufinger of Edison Prep for The Aha! Connection
With summer in full swing, parent-to-parent conversations around the grill invariably involve their children’s upcoming college plans: “Where is Sarah going next fall? Has she decided on a major? She got how much in merit aid? I didn’t even know that was possible!”
This article addresses one simple truth: We are living in a golden age of merit aid for college.… Read More »
We can’t wait to show you our NEW Zalik Outdoor Aquatic Center, featuring the Dinerman Medeiros Pool, the Samsky Pool, the Alterman Pool, and the Barbara and Ed Mendel Splash Park. The pools offer zero entry, multiple shallow areas, an in-pool sundeck, and water slides. Plus, an expanded snack bar, shaded deck areas, multiple picnic areas, and renovated locker rooms.… Read More »
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Auditory Verbal Center Announces New Board of Director Members
Mark Mesler and Todd Tarrance Join the Organization
Providing Auditory Verbal Therapy in Georgia Since 1977
The Auditory Verbal Center (AVC) announced that Mark Mesler and Todd Tarrance joined its Board of Directors. The Auditory Verbal Center teaches mild to profoundly deaf children to hear and speak without the use of sign language or lip reading.… Read More »
Public hearings are scheduled at Dunwoody City Hall on June 26, June 27, and July 8.
Dunwoody, GA – June 13, 2024 – Today, the City of Dunwoody issues a state-required press release in the format prescribed by the Georgia Department of Revenue. The City is issuing this release concurrent with the required one to give it context that the state one does not allow.… Read More »
Leadership Perimeter, the premier organization in developing and inspiring leaders to serve their communities for a lifetime, recently graduated its inaugural class, the Class of 2024. The group includes 43 outstanding leaders that showcase the region’s diverse and dynamic leadership. Graduates include members that live, work and/or serve in the cities of Brookhaven, Dunwoody and Sandy Springs.… Read More »
Recently the Sandy Springs Society announced their new officers for the 2024-2025 year. Leading the women’s community volunteer organization will be Beth Robertson. Recently they awarded $370,000 in grants to 42 community organizations.
Other members of the Executive Board include:
• President Elect – Sana Thomas
• Immediate Past President – Beth Rousseau
• Vice President of Finance – Janet Quirk
• General Treasurer – Donna Jo Austin
• Project Treasurer – Carol Anne Hendrix
• VP Fundraising – Lisa Ford
• Recording Secretary – Jane Stallman
• Corresponding Secretary – Betsy Harrington
• Parliamentarian – Carol Johns
About The Sandy Springs Society
Since 1988, The Sandy Springs Society has been dedicated to improving the quality of life in Sandy Springs by supporting nonprofit organizations in the community.… Read More »
We are seeking out vendors to sell their products at our fundraising event at The Assembly Studios, Doraville Park for June 29th, evening. Donations to rent a space/tent for $175. Also, to spread the word about the event, starting off with a 5K night run throughout the outside of the studio premises.
And to make people aware of the efforts to produce a documentary on growing up in Doraville in the 1970s until present.… Read More »
Upcoming SAT/ACT classes: Is your rising junior or senior taking the SAT or ACT this year? Edison Prep has 20+ SAT and ACT course options to accommodate your teen’s school and busy extracurricular schedule, as well as private tutoring if desired! See the full calendar at www.edisonprep.com/startingsoon/
DUNWOODY, GA (June 6, 2024) – More and more adults and youth are experiencing opioid addiction or coming into contact with fentanyl. How do you know that someone has overdosed, what are the signs? What should you do? How do you use Narcan to potentially reverse an overdose and save a life? How do we talk to our children about the dangers of fentanyl and using any type of drug? … Read More »
