Lunch and Learn with Lisa Torres: Messages of Joy, Inspiration, and what it really means to be a good neighbor!

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

At our June Lunch & Learn when I dined with Matt Weber, he suggested that I should interview Lisa Torres for an upcoming edition.  He immediately introduced us via email and Peggy and I had lunch with the amazing Lisa Torres last Friday!

Food details first then more about our delightful conversation with Lisa.… Read More »

The Academic Connection: The College Transition Checklist: 6 Essential Conversations to Prioritize with Your Teen

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

As your teen prepares to fly the nest for college, one question may keep you up at night: Are they truly ready to make it on their own?

With so much to plan and pack, it’s easy to overlook taking time for deeper discussions about values, expectations, and future plans.… Read More »

Travel Talk: The Tour Tourism Travel Trend

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

A new travel trend emerged earlier this Spring called Tour Tourism.  Beginning this March, Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour propelled this concept to huge popularity.  Rolling Stone magazine called it the “Taylor Tourism Effect” however, Taylor Swift can’t take full credit for starting this trend.  Last year, U.S.… Read More »

The Mental Health Connection: How to Access Mental Health Care in Tough Financial Times 

by Tatiana Matthews MS, LPC, CRC  of Atlanta Specialized Care for The Aha! Connection

Managing and attending to our mental health should not be an optional activity for any of us. Even so, the development of modern medicine has left mental healthcare behind.  Imagine someone who is doubled over with chest pains saying “Yes, I am in terrible pain,  but I can’t afford to go to the Emergency Room.”… Read More »

Fitness Together – 6 Week Summer Shred Challenge!

The Last Fitness and Nutrition Program You Will Ever Need is at Fitness Together!  I know that’s a bold promise, so don’t go to our website where we can tell you how our customized comprehensive programs can help you achieve the body and health of your dreams permanently …. Check out what our clients say by viewing our Google reviews here:   Text “summer shred” to 770-351-9111 for our unbelievable summer promotion!Read More »

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Travel Talk: Alaska by Land or by Sea

by PlanIt Travel Designs for The Aha! Connection

It’s no surprise that planning your first trip to Alaska can be a bit overwhelming. Alaska is vast and covers over 663,000 square miles. It’s bigger than Texas, California and Montana combined. With a short three month peak travel window, planning well in advance is key in securing better pricing, options and availability in Alaska.… Read More »

June Lunch & Learn with Matt Weber….Realtor, Parade Co-Chair, Podcaster, Coach, Soccer Player, Forum Host, Father, Husband and more!

by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

Matt Weber and I had lunch at J. Alexander’s earlier this week. First I’ll tell you about our food and then I’ll introduce you to Matt, although my guess is most of you already know him!

The restaurant wasn’t very crowded at all so our servers were very attentive. … Read More »

Children’s and Young Adult Book Sale

Friends of the Dunwoody Library hosts a Children’s and Young Adult book sale at Dunwoody Library, 5339 Chamblee-Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338.

July 26, 27, and 29, 2024.

Friday, 10am-Noon – Preview Shopping for Members Only

Noon-5pm -Open to All

Saturday 10am-5pm

Monday 10am -5pm – Bag Day – Fill a grocery bag for $7.00

friendsofdunwoodylibrary.com… Read More »

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The Academic Connection: Deep Dive Into College Affordability with Merit Aid Grids and Scholarship Transparency

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 »

Where’s Audra Giveaway…Week Two!!!

It’s time for the “Where’s Audra” giveaway … week two!  We’ll be teasing photos here and on Facebook and Instagram again this week and THREE lucky winners will be chosen from the location guesses.  Here’s what you might win this week!

Where is Audra!?!?!? … Read More »

Where’s Audra Giveaway!!!!

Our popular “Where’s Audra” giveaway is back as Audra is off on an epic anniversary trip with her hubby for the next two weeks!  We’ll be teasing photos here and on Facebook and Instagram this week and next and THREE lucky winners each week will be chosen from the location guesses.  Here’s what you might win THIS week!… Read More »

The Mental Health Connection: Deciding on Medications

by Katie Butler APRN of Atlanta Specialized Care for The Aha! Connection

One of my favorite phrases is “storms don’t last forever.” Life presents challenges that can impact our day-to-day functioning. These ups and downs should be transient. But if mood changes persist, anxiety is overwhelming, or attention and focus is poor, psychotropic medications should be considered.… Read More »

May Lunch & Learn with Aha’s Style Editor ~ We are finally going to tell you who she really is!

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

I rode by Oaxaca in Chamblee and knew it would be the next lunch and learn location.  It is beautiful, has indoor/outdoor seating, is so close to Dunwoody and my favorite food is Mexican food!  Oaxaca is located at 5255 Peachtree Blvd,
Suite 105 on the bottom floor of one of the new Chamblee apartment complexes. … Read More »

Meet Carrie Tucker: Interior Designer with a Unique Process for YOU!

by Audra  H. Anders for The Aha! Connection

I’m a mom of boys…well now they are men but they are still messy boys at heart.  For our TV time together, we’ve always watched sports or Turtle-Man back in the day.  When they were young, my sons and hubby ganged up on me when it was time to get new furniture for the den and convinced me to purchase a reclining sofa, a reclining love seat and a single recliner.  … Read More »