Dunwoody Police Polar Plunge This Weekend | While this fickle Georgia weather may be on their side this year, the officers of the Dunwoody Police Department are still committed to the annual Polar Plunge-no matter if the waters are warm or frigid. This Saturday, Feb. 25, Dunwoody's finest will be at Acworth Beach starting at 9:45 a.m. committed to jumping in the icy waters of Lake Acworth for a good cause. | | | |
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Service, Integrity, Courage, Professionalism, Respect, Teamwork.
These are the core values of the Dunwoody Police Department and guide the service we provide to our community each and every day. A career with the Dunwoody Police Department is more than just a job, it is a chance to grow, and to make a difference in a community connected with its police department through mutual respect and a passion to live, work and play safely in this exceptional and diverse city.
Turn your passion into a career with Dunwoody Police. Learn more
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Meet Dunwoody's new Finance Director Richard Platto
Richard began working as Assistant Finance Director in June 2020 and was named Acting Finance Director late last year when former Finance Director Linda Nabers stepped aside due to illness. She passed away earlier this month.
“Linda was a strong leader and great example to all of us,” Richard said. “She left a lasting legacy, and we’re determined to carry it on. I’m honored to serve Dunwoody in this new role.”
Since joining Dunwoody, Richard has been responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the activities of the finance team, including accounting, budgeting, purchasing, and reporting. Prior to joining Dunwoody, he worked as the Finance Director for the City of Doraville and the Controller for the City of Smyrna.
“I have every confidence that Richard will continue to provide outstanding service as the City’s new Finance Director,” said Dunwoody City Manager Eric Linton. “We all miss Linda and know that Richard and his team will maintain the high standards she set.”
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Calling Dunwoody entrepreneurs!
TiE Atlanta Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, March 8, 6 to 8 p.m.
AC Hotel, 40 Perimeter Center Place
Dunwoody Economic Development invites you to the next TiE Atlanta monthly meeting on March 8 . The meeting will focus on product market fit and business development. Speakers include Kabir Barday, Founder & CEO of OneTrust; C.N. (Madhu) Madhusudan, Founder & CEO of VectorSpan; Christy Brown, CEO of Dr. Noze Best; and Anir Pradhan, COO of EmpInfo.
TiE Atlanta is a top-five chapter of TiE Global, an international organization that fosters entrepreneurship through mentoring, networking, and funding. The Atlanta chapter provides mentoring, networking, and capital to emerging and established entrepreneurs in any stage, in any industry.
Click here to register. FREE for the first 20 who register through Dunwoody Economic Development. Email Rosemary Watts for details.
Look ahead and mark your calendars for the April 12 Monthly Meeting.
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The Georgia Department of Transportation will implement traffic pattern changes beginning this weekend as it enters into Phase 2 of bridge reconstruction on I-285.
Beginning this weekend, I-285 eastbound traffic will shift to the inside lanes on the new bridges over Glenridge Drive and SR 400 which will include a continuous weekend lane closure from Friday, Feb. 24 to Sunday, Feb. 26. The same approach will follow on I-285 westbound within two weeks. Learn more
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Spruill Center for the Arts | |
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Artistic Affair: An Art Experience
Spruill's Annual Art Auction & Fundraiser
Friday, March 24
7- 10 p.m.
Factory Atlanta
5616 New Peachtree Rd.
Buy tickets today! Artistic Affair is an an evening of music, food and fun and features beautiful works of art contributed by Spruill artists and other creators from the Atlanta art community - all available for you to bid on during the Silent Auction.
The evening doesn’t stop there. The Live Auction, with auctioneer Alan Mothner, includes packages from some of Atlanta’s favorite excursions, such as:
- Short Barrel Bourbon + Old Fourth Ward Distillery “Stock the Bar” package
- Atlanta United Package - Gull Wing Suite for 6 on June 10 @ Mercedes Benz Stadium
- Live Painting by artist Leslie Cannon - created throughout the evening while you watch
- Spruill VIP Package - You + one friend receive a free class each quarter for one year + first to register + VIP parking
- Local 3 Restaurant - Chef’s Table package includes 5-course meal + wine pairings for 8 in Knights of Revelry Room
- NFA Burger Experience - Back by popular demand. You know and love the NFA take-out experience, and they’re adding something special for Artistic Affair. The winning bidder receives exclusive outdoor table service for 10, to include regular menu items + off the menu + dessert.
Supporting the Arts has never been more fun!
Click to buy tickets - General Admission: $75 per ticket
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Mommy & Me registration opens
Wednesday, March 1
Cost: $80 | $70 for Nature Center members
The Dunwoody Nature Center's popular Mommy & Me Nature Classes are coming back this spring with a six-week series beginning on April 10. Each week follows a different theme and includes crafts, stories, and guided walks through the trails of the Nature Center. These classes are for 18 month - 3 year-olds and their grownup companion.
Get ready for registration day on March 1
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Tai Chi Series
Mondays & Wednesdays in March
10 - 11 a.m.
Cost: $160/8 classes | $120/8 classes for Nature Center members
Find your new favorite way to move with Tai Chi at the Dunwoody Nature Center. This traditional exercise is a series of gentle physical stretches and movements that provide a safe way to improve flexibility and motion. This practice is often described as meditation in motion and is great for connecting mind and body.
Sign up today
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Get your laugh on: Saturday night at Stage Door
Feb. 25 marks the third Dad's Garage performance with Stage Door Theatre. Talented improvisers are taking the stage by storm and bringing the best comedy in Dunwoody. Tickets are still available, but they're going fast.
This Dad's performance has slots available for a special improv workshop led by improv educator and playwright, Perry Frost. Her class series explores a comedy philosophy that is welcoming to beginner, intermediate, and expert improvisers.
The show is at 7:30 p.m., with the improv workshop from 3:30.-.5:30 p.m.
Purchase tickets
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Dunwoody Preservation Trust | |
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Now in its 7th year!
The Dunwoody Preservation Trust Lemonade Days Festival will hold its popular “Dunwoody Idol” competition, a showcase for local middle and high school singing talent. Acceptance into the Dunwoody Idol show is by audition only.
Auditions will be held at the Dunwoody Nature Center during the Battle of the Bands Concert in the Park on March 18 from 2 - 4 p.m., to select ten singing finalists. The ten singing finalists will compete on Saturday, April 22 during the Lemonade Days Festival.
To audition for Dunwoody Idol, contestants must be 8-19 years old and pre-register by emailing kristin@dunwoodypt.org . There is no audition fee. Learn more
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Only a few spots left
DPT's Camp Flashback has a handful of open spots. If you are interested, contact DJohnson@dunwoodypt.org to inquire.
This is a great way to keep kids off electronics as they step back in time and have fun.
For ages 7 to 12.
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Public invited: DHA Annual Meeting
The Dunwoody Homeowners Association will host its annual meeting at 2 p.m. this Sunday, Feb. 26 at the Dunwoody Annex at 4470 N. Shallowford Rd. Featured speakers include Dunwoody's freshman State Representative Long Tran and DeKalb County Commissioner Robert Patrick, who represents Dunwoody. The DHA will also announce the grand marshal for this year's 4th of July parade.
Since 1970, the DHA has served as the voice of the community, advocating for homeowners' rights and quality of life. The Association strives to ensure Dunwoody is preserved principally for high-quality residential use. DHA is responsible for the July 4th Parade, Food Truck Thursdays, Light Up Dunwoody, candidate forums, and the Dunwoody Farmers Market.
Learn more
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National Daffodil Show
Free and open to the public!
Friday, March 10 from 2 – 11 p.m.
Saturday, March 11 from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Crowne Plaza Ravinia
The American Daffdil Society, Inc. invites all to the National Daffodil Show, featuring thousands of Daffodil blooms, 36 floral designs, featuring daffodils, educational exhibits, trade stand exhibits, a daffodil boutique and the Daffodil Discovery Zone, which is a fun and interactive learning opportunity for youth.
The show is cohosted by the Redbud District of the Garden Club of Georgia.
Note that hotel parking fees apply.
Learn more
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Dunwoody Wildcat Theater Presents: Curtains
March 10 & 11 - 7 p.m.
March 12 - 2 p.m.
March 17 & 18 - 7 p.m.
March 19 - 2 p.m.
Dunwoody High School Auditorium
Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for students, $5 for 65+ and faculty. Curtains is a musical mystery comedy about Jessica Cranshaw, the supremely untalented star of Robin Hood of the Old West who is murdered on opening night. It is up to Lt. Frank Cioffi, a police detective who moonlights as a musical theater fan, to save the show, and solve the case.
Click here for tickets.
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Blood Drive: Sunday, March 5
Kingswood United Methodist Church, along with BSA Troops 477 and 1919, are partnering with LifeSouth to host a Blood Drive on Sunday, March 5 from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Kingswood Church Gym (4896 N. Peachtree Rd.).
If you are interested in donating, you can sign-up using this link. You must be 17 to donate or 16 with parental permission. Walk-ins are welcome.
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Note that the City of Dunwoody will hold a Household Hazardous Waste recycling event on Saturday, April 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Dunwoody City Hall. Registration will open in late March. Look for details in D-news. | |
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It seems like every day of the calendar commemorates something or another. February 24 has been deemed with four special reasons to celebrate.
Which are you most likely to support today? Take the poll below and we'll share the results in next week's D-News.
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