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Register now for up to two free trees
For the second year, the City of Dunwoody is partnering with Trees Atlanta to plant up to 80 shade trees in front yards across Dunwoody. Registration is open. Trees will be allotted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Trees Atlanta manages the processing of tree requests and coordinates with each homeowner for the selection, placement, and installation of up to two front yard trees per yard through this program. Planting for 2023 will begin in October and continue through March 2024.
Learn more and register
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Save the date! Mark your calendars and plan to take part in the #GreatDunwoodyCleanup on Nov. 4. Start early by scheduling an event for your school, team, civic group or neighborhood. This is a sunrise-to-sunset event with tons of flexibility.
You can register anytime using this link. And let us know if you'd like to use the site to help recruit volunteers.
Led by Dunwoody’s Stormwater Team, this community-wide event is designed to make it easy for individuals, families, neighbors, teams, and civic groups to keep streams and storm drains clean by removing trash and debris from public areas.
Email us with questions
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Support local students with Back-to-School supplies
Help the Dunwoody Police Department pack a patrol car by donating school supplies through Aug. 11. All supplies will be donated to Dunwoody students in DeKalb County schools.
Bring your items to the Dunwoody Police Department at 4800 Ashford Dunwoody Rd. (M - F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.) or to National Night Out on Aug. 3 from 5 - 8 p.m. at Brook Run Park.
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National Night Out
August 3, 5 - 8 p.m.
Brook Run Park
Join members of the Dunwoody Police Department for National Night Out 2023. This year's event will be held during Dunwoody Food Truck Thursdays on Aug. 3 from 5 - 8 p.m. at Brook Run Park.
Grab a bite, then stop by to talk to members of the department, citizen volunteers, and other public safety professionals in an informal setting.
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Crews are making more progress on the 2023 Paving Plan. They finished work in Renfroe Lakes during the week of July 10 and moved to the Kingsley subdivision. Work on the following streets will wrap up this week: Delverton Court, Delverton Drive, Redcliff Court, Redcliff Way, and Leisure Lake Drive. The next planned work is for designated streets off Happy Hollow Road. Weather permitting, crews will start on William Court, with Chestnut Forest Court, Chestnut Forest Lane, Wood Hollow Drive, and Fountainbleau Drive to follow. At this point, the contractor has completed approximately 50 percent of the planned project. Learn more.
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Final week for input: Happy Hollow Road project
Dunwoody Public Works proposes pedestrian and bicycle improvements on Happy Hollow Road between Peeler Road and the city limit at Dunwoody Club Drive including a six-foot sidewalk on the west side of Happy Hollow and four-foot bicycle lanes in both directions.
Read details here
Seeking feedback. Please use this link to share your thoughts.
The deadline for comments is Friday, July 28.
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ARC seeks input from Dunwoody residents to help shape metro Atlanta’s future
What are best long-term solutions to our traffic challenges? The Atlanta Regional Commission is gathering input for a major update to the region’s Metropolitan Transportation Plan.
What’s at Stake:
The plan will allocate about $173 billion in federal, state, and local funding through 2050 for transportation projects throughout DeKalb County and the Atlanta region. These dollars will fund projects to ease traffic congestion, provide new transit and bike-ped options, improve safety, and provide commute alternatives.
The survey will help ARC prioritize how these funds are spent. IMake sure your voice is heard and that Dunwoody is represented at the regional table!
Take the survey
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Parks & Rec Month movie night at Brook Run Park: Saturday, July 29
Enjoy B98.5′s B at the Movies: Free Family Movies in the Park, presented by Mayfield Ice Cream. Bring the family, your blanket or beach chair and relax under the stars to enjoy The Super Mario Bros. Movie (PG) on the giant screen. Mayfield will be providing free ice cream for attendees, available while supplies last. The fun begins on the front field at 7 p.m., and the movie begins at dusk.
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Make plans to attend the summer's final Pics in the Park FREE movie on Aug. 4
Enjoy a free showing of Ready Player One (PG-13), free popcorn and candy, and giveaways under the stars at Pernoshal Park. Top Job Beverages will also be on-site with additional concessions. The popcorn cart will open from 8:30 - 10:30 p.m.; the movie begins at 8:35 p.m. Sponsored in part by Top Job Beverage & Events.
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Get to know your Parks & Rec team!
Be sure to follow Dunwoody Parks & Rec on Facebook and Instagram July 21 - 27 for behind the scenes footage and staff interviews as we wrap up Parks & Rec Month.
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Art for little ones
Spruill Center for the Arts presents Mini-Masters, a fun and engaging preschool-style art class for budding artists ages 2 to 5, along with a parent or caregiver. Teaching artist Megan Reeves Williamson has crafted four weeks of fun, including singing songs, listening to music and stories, and learning about artists while exploring a variety of art materials and techniques. This class runs from Aug. 23 to Sept. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Register here
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In Light with In Kyoung Chun and Steven L. Anderson is now open at Spruill Gallery.
In Light is an invitation to be embraced by the ethereal beauty of the natural world, skillfully interpreted by these contemporary visionaries. The exhibition runs through Sept. 2.
A closing reception with the artists is scheduled for Aug. 24 from 6 - 9 p.m. Don’t miss this beautiful, vibrant, and meditative experience.
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AMPLIFY deadline: July 28
One more week for muralists to submit entries for the 4th Annual AMPLIFY mural project at Spruill Gallery.
The AMPLIFY project elevates a sense of community, connects people through art, and promotes working artists in Georgia and beyond. The muralist whose proposal is selected will install their design on the historic “Smoke House” at the Spruill Gallery grounds on a landmark corner in the bustling Perimeter Business District. The winning mural will be revealed on Oct. 14 during Spirits for Spruill at the Spruill Gallery.
Learn more
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Registration for the Dunwoody Senior Baseball's fall season is open through Saturday, Aug. 12.
Teams are forming for ages 13 - 15 and 15 - 18. Registrant evaluations will be held Sunday, Aug 13.
Learn more or email Vince Carozza with questions.
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PUFFS: this weekend only
Showtimes: July 22 at 7:30 p.m. and July 23 at 2:30 p.m.
For seven years, a certain boy wizard went to a certain Wizard School and conquered evil. This, however, is not his story. This is the story of the Puffs, who just happened to be there too. Join Stage Door Theatre for a hilarious and heartwarming tale of friendship and finding your place in a world of magic. Get your tickets now and experience the Puffs' extraordinary journey!
Purchase tickets here
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Season 50 Opener:
Tuesdays with Morrie
Don't miss the stunning production of a moving storyline. Sixteen years after his graduation, Mitch happens to catch a former professor’s appearance on a television news program and learns that Morrie is battling Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Mitch is reunited with Morrie, and what starts as a simple visit turns into a weekly pilgrimage and a last class in the meaning of life.
The show runs Sept. 29 - Oct. 15. Tickets are $15 - $35
Reserve seats here
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Teens and Adults:
Improv classes this fall at Stage Door
Teen Improv: Thursdays 6 - 7 p.m.; Ages 13-18; $80/month
Join Stage Door’s Teen Improv Troupe! Spend the year improving your creativity, mental flexibility, and confidence with your theatre friends. Each week, the troupe will work on skills, and each semester will culminate in a performance for friends and family.
Adult Improv: 8-week introductory improvisation class taught by Dad’s Garage instructors; Mondays 7 - 9 p.m. beginning Sept. 11; $250
Register for these classes and more
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Celebrating 50 years!
Mark your calendars for the Dunwoody Woman's Club 50th annual Home Tour be held on Wednesday, Oct. 4, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
New this year is a raffle for a chance to win one of three prizes: an original painting by local artist, Pat Fiorello; a $500 shopping spree at Lauderhills Fine Jewelry; Dine Around Dunwoody (assorted gift cards). Each prize is worth at least $500.
This year’s tour will include tours of three homes, plus “Fall Entertaining”– a decorating event with Marc Jones at Southern Comforts. Pre-registration for the workshop is encouraged via style.southerncomforts.com or by calling 770-901-5001. Purchase home tour tickets by scanning the QR code or going online. Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 on tour day. All profits are used to implement the club’s charitable initiatives.
Learn more
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Dunwoody Library Book Sale:
Children's and Young Adult books
Visit the Dunwoody Library's Williams Meeting Room for a three-day book sale on July 28 - 29 and July 31. Learn more
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Families, patrons and visitors of all ages are invited to learn about "Native Trees and Forests" during a free program at the Dunwoody Library on Saturday, Aug. 5 at 2 p.m. Arborist Dave Long will discuss tree health and how you can help protect and promote the trees in your community. Learn more
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The Dunwoody Library offers free English as Second Language classes every Monday from 6 - 8 p.m. (excluding holidays). Learn more
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And when you are at the Dunwoody Library, be sure to check out Dunwoody Fine Art's latest exhibit in the hallway, where you'll find artwork in a variety of styles, subjects, and sizes to celebrate the summer season. This venue attracted many lookers and buyers during election season. DFAA has been in existence for more than 50 years and celebrates artists in the area with a range of activities and exhibits. Learn more
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