The Aha! Top 10 from March 8-15

Rotary Club of Dunwoody Calls for Host Families for International Exchange Students

 The Rotary Club of Dunwoody is issuing a heartfelt call
to action, seeking host families to welcome international exchange students into their homes. As part of the globally renowned Rotary Youth Exchange program, thousands of students are exchanged annually between 80+ countries, fostering cultural understanding and friendship on
a global scale.
“We believe in the transformative power of cultural exchange,” says Rick Woods, Past President of the Rotary Club of Dunwoody.… Read More »

The Academic Connection: What Are Executive Function Skills? (And Why Do They Matter)

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

As a parent, you’re likely very aware of the impact your student’s GPA can have on their ability to get into college, earn scholarships, and even save on car insurance. What you may be less aware of is the impact your student’s executive function (EF) skills can have on their GPA.… Read More »

Travel Talk: Scotland

by Susan Johnson of PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

Scotland is known for many things…magnificent castles, wild natural beauty, distinct whisky, Highland bagpipes and some of the best golf in the world.  This stunning country is the birthplace of golf, where the sport dates back to the Middle Ages.  

My empty nester years have opened up many travel opportunities and allowed my husband and I to focus on our dream destinations. … Read More »

Lunch & Learn with Alan Mothner – Culinary Dropout & Spruill Center for the Arts

by Audra H. Anders and Peggy Smith for The Aha! Connection

Our most recent Lunch and Learn was last week with Alan Mothner, the CEO of Spruill Center for the Arts.  I’ve known Alan for over 20 years and it was fun to catch up on a gorgeous sunny day at an outdoor table in the newest Ashford Lane restaurant: Culinary Dropout

We shared three delicious appetizers…Gochujang Brussel Sprouts, Marcona Almonds,  & Marinated Olives.  … Read More »

Order Yummy BBQ – Help DHS Girls Lacrosse!

2024 BBQ flyer

DUNWOODY HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS LACROSSE FUNDRAISER

Life is busy!! Let us help. Order a delicious dinner from Spiced Right Ribhouse BBQ and help support the Dunwoody High School Girls Lacrosse Team! Orders must be received and paid for by March 16. All dinners will be available for curbside pickup between 5-6:00 at the Dunwoody High School gymnasium on Thursday, March 21.… Read More »

Congratulations to the Dunwoody High National Merit Scholarship Finalists

Dunwoody High School is proud to recognize the following students who have advanced to Finalist Standing in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program:

Mahatma Kollu                                       Andrew Leick                                  Maggie Miller

Annie Peng                                            Neil Shah                                       Joseph Yanta… Read More »

Sponsorship Opportunities for Holi in Dunwoody: A Festival of Colors

World Music USA is excited to bring Holi, the Indian festival of colors to the city of Dunwoody in
2024! Holi in Dunwoody: A Festival of Colors is a five-hour extravaganza of dancing, music, and
delicious food that will be held at Brook Run Park on March 24, 2024, from 1 – 4 PM.
Holi is a vibrant and meaningful Indian festival that celebrates the arrival of spring and the harvest
season.… Read More »