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Sanitation delays: Week of Nov. 10
Sanitation pickup will be delayed by one day to accommodate for Tuesday's Veterans Day holiday. Tuesday pickups will be on Wednesday; Wednesday pickups will be on Thursday.
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In November's Inside Dunwoody, City Manager Eric Linton introduces Holiday HQ -- your guide to all the highlights of the 2025 holiday season.
Read details here
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Holiday Food Drive
Dunwoody Police are hosting a food drive to help families working with I Care America, Inc.
Through Nov. 18, nonperishable food donations can be dropped off at locations throughout Dunwoody:
- Dunwoody City Hall (4800 Ashford Dunwoody Rd.)
- CrossFit Dunwoody
- Club Pilates
- The Joint
- Workout Anytime
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Veterans Day Ceremony
Tuesday, Nov. 11
Veterans Memorial at Brook Run Park
10 a.m.
The City of Dunwoody will commemorate Veterans Day with a special ceremony and the dedication of the city’s new Veterans Memorial at Brook Run Park. The event will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m., at 4770 N. Peachtree Rd. All are welcome.
This year’s featured speaker is Captain Wayne Radloff, USN (Ret), a long-time Dunwoody resident who served more than 30 years of active duty as a Naval Flight Officer. This annual program is hosted by Dunwoody Parks and Recreation with support from the Dunwoody/Sandy Springs VFW Post 10822 and the Dunwoody Woman’s Club. Learn more
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Holiday family photos and Santa
Thursday, Nov. 13 | 5 - 8 p.m.
$25
Sign up for a 10-minute holiday photo shoot with Paul Ward Photography at the N. Shallowford Annex (4470 N. Shallowford Rd). Time slots are from 5 to 8 p.m., and they're going fast.
Get a professionally retouched, fashion-inspired image for $25 (includes digital download). Santa will be there too!
Register for a time slot under the red holiday tab.
Light refreshments will be served.
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Women’s History Month Murals:
Calling all artists!
Dec. 15 deadline for submissions
Dunwoody Parks & Recreation is issuing a "Request for Qualifications" (RFQ) for the design of large-scale murals celebrating Women's History Month. Murals will be displayed at the Brook Run Skate Park from March 1-31, 2026.
The selected artists will be expected to work in conjunction with the Dunwoody Art Commission in the approval process to implement the design.
Click to review the RFQ
The deadline for submission is Dec. 15 at 2 p.m.
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Second Saturday Volunteering
Saturday, Nov. 8 | 9 a.m. - noon
Looking for a meaningful way to spend your Saturday morning? Join Dunwoody Nature Center for Second Saturday Volunteers—a monthly community event where your time and energy directly support the health and beauty of our natural spaces. Whether you’re passionate about environmental conservation, fulfilling service hours, or simply want to meet like-minded neighbors, your efforts help us protect native habitats and keep our trails and grounds thriving year-round.
Learn more and register
What You’ll Do:
- Trail Maintenance: Keep our scenic trails safe and enjoyable for visitors
- Plant Native Species: Promote biodiversity and support local wildlife
- Remove Invasives: Protect our ecosystem by clearing non-native plants
- General Upkeep: Tackle seasonal projects that beautify the park
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The Forest’s Gifts:
An Afternoon with Author and Naturalist Mark Warren
Saturday, Nov. 8 | 3 - 5 p.m.
$10
Discover the timeless wisdom of Native American traditions through food, medicine, and craft. Join us at Dunwoody Nature Center for an inspiring afternoon with award-winning author and naturalist Mark Warren, founder of the nationally renowned Medicine Bow Wilderness School in Dahlonega, Ga. In his program, The Forest’s Gifts of Food, Medicine and Craft as Practiced by the Native Americans, Mark will share how traditional knowledge of native plants continues to offer valuable lessons for modern life.
Through a captivating slide presentation and hands-on examples, you’ll explore the many uses of plants and trees for food, medicine, insect repellent, craft, shelter, and fire. Mark will also display handmade crafts for viewing and discussion, offering a deeper connection to the practical and cultural wisdom of the forest.
Learn more and register
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History Alive
Saturday, Nov. 15
9:30 – 11 a.m.
Donaldson-Bannister Farm
“Georgia Cemeteries: A Stroll Through the Magnolia Gates”
Join Traci Rylands for a journey through some of the Peach State’s most interesting graveyards, from the largest privately-owned cemetery in the Southeast to the humble family graveyard. Georgia is home to a wide variety of final resting places worth exploring.
Traci Rylands writes for her blog and is a photo volunteer for Findagrave.com. She has visited and researched cemeteries in more than 25 states.
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Game Night
Saturday, Nov. 15 | 5-10 p.m.
Donaldson-Bannister Farm
4831 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd.
DPT's monthly Game Night is back on Saturday, Nov. 15, at the Donaldson-Bannister Farm. Pop by for an hour or two, or even stay all evening! Bring a game to share or come try something new. Playing is free, and donations are accepted.
Held every third Saturday, Game Night is a great way to spend time with others who enjoy board games. It also offers a great opportunity to meet new friends (and maybe find some new alternates for your table!).
For more information, reach out to Joe at jckubilius@gmail.com.
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Camp Flashback
Thanksgiving and Winter Editions
Registration Now Open!
Registration for Thanksgiving Camp and Winter Camp is officially OPEN! This year, campers can join us for the whole week OR choose individual days that work best for your family’s schedule. We have so many fun things planned, and we can’t wait to welcome both new and returning campers this fall and winter season.
Thanksgiving Camp (Nov. 24–28, closed on 11/27)
Winter Camp (Dec. 29–Jan. 2, closed on 1/1)
Spaces are filling up quickly, so don’t wait! Visit the website for more information or go directly to registration.
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Lantern Decorating Workshops
Nov. 8: Dunwoody Village Courtyard (Bar{n}), 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Nov. 16: Shops of Dunwoody Farmers Market, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Join Create Dunwoody for one of two upcoming Lantern Decorating Workshops. Open to all ages, this fun and creative experience is preparation for the Lantern Parade at the Village Holiday Celebration on Nov. 23.
Participants purchase a lantern kit that includes a paper lantern, a dowel, and lights to illuminate their creation. Use your imagination to decorate your lantern with paint, paper, stickers, or other materials. We’ll provide some art supplies, but you’re welcome to bring your own! Whether whimsical, traditional, or totally out-of-the-box, your lantern will help light up the night during the community parade. Kits are available for purchase at Ace Hardware and Judy and Grace Boutique.
Purchase lantern kits here | Workshop details
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November Master Gardener Talk: Pruning
Saturday, Nov. 8 | 11 a.m. - noon
Brook Run Greenhouse Complex
Join us as Richard Osterholtz, Master Gardener, demystifies pruning cuts and explains when and how to prune your plants for maximum benefit. Get ready for an hour packed full of useful tips and information, and the opportunity to share with other gardeners. Meet at the Barn at the Greenhouse Complex, opposite the Skate Park in Brook Run Park.
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32nd Annual Holiday Art Fair
Nov. 14 – Dec 23
Spruill Gallery
Spruill's annual winter wonderland, full of handmade gifts and art, is BACK from Nov. 14 - Dec. 23. Shop unique, handmade gifts (candles, scarves, cards, jewelry, and more!) and support nearly 150 participating Georgia artists.
Stop by the Spruill Gallery (4681 Ashford Dunwoody Rd.) on Nov. 14 from 6-9 p.m. for a festive opening evening of shopping and fun, and continue to stop by throughout the fair to see new and restocked items.
Learn more about the Spruill Holiday Art Fair
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Pictures with Santa
Saturday, Nov. 22 | 1 – 4 p.m.
Free!
Capture the joy of the season with FREE photos with Santa Claus at the Spruill Gallery’s Holiday Art Fair.
These will be walk-up photos — no need to reserve a timeslot. Guests will receive complimentary printed and digital photographs.
Learn more
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Crafternoon
Saturday, Nov. 15
Noon – 4 p.m.
Grab your sketchbook, knitting needles, watercolors, or whatever craft you’re working on, and head to Spruill Center for the Arts for Crafternoon: a dedicated afternoon of crafting and community. Work on a craft and make a new friend!
Please bring your own craft supplies, as they will not be available for everyone.
Learn more and register
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Hope for the Holidays: CAC Cares For Kids
The Community Assistance Center's Hope for the Holidays program matches families in need with community sponsors to donate holiday gifts for their children. The program is open to families in need with children ages 0-18 who live in Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, and the part of Doraville served by Dunwoody schools.
Companies, families, and individuals interested in sponsoring a family, please contact Oscar Nunez, CAC Cares for Kids Coordinator.
Register to sponsor a family here
Families interested in program participation: Applications are open now through November 24. The program is open only to CAC clients. If you apply and are accepted, you must become a CAC client to participate. More information and apply
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