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Tonight's Pics in the Park FREE summer movie at Pernoshal Park includes a free showing of "Wonder Woman" (PG-13), plus free popcorn, candy, and giveaways. Top Job Beverages will also be on site with additional concessions. Popcorn cart will be open from 8:30-10:30 pm.
Saturday night, celebrate Parks & Rec Month with a free "Groovin' on the Green" concert, featuring Corporate Therapy (7 - 9 p.m.) and the Dunwoody Music Student Showcase (6 p.m.) at Brook Run Park Amphitheater. Guests are encouraged to walk or ride bikes to the concerts. Bring your own picnics or pick up dinner from a featured food truck. Dogs (on a leash!) are also welcome. Learn more
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Reflections on the 2023 Dunwoody 4th of July Parade
Dunwoody Mayor Lynn Deutsch: "It literally rained on our parade – but it was still a fantastic celebration. Thanks to all the participants and spectators who stuck it out, often soaked to the bone. To Parade Chairs Penny Forman and Matt Weber, and the volunteers who make it happen, a huge amount of appreciation. Despite the weather, we estimate over 25,000 people watched or participated. While each parade is memorable, the 2023 version will be imprinted in our minds for decades to come. It will be the stuff of legends. Strangers huddled together under trees, under tents and under umbrellas. Spectators yelled words of encouragement to those of us marching, even when they themselves were soaked. It was a momentous occasion made possible because of the strength of our community."
Parade Co-Chair Matt Weber: "It was such a surreal moment when it started pouring, and I looked around and realized that nobody was leaving. Dunwoody stayed. They were loving it! Shirtless, shoeless children with huge smiles were dancing and cheering for candy. Older folks had given up on trying to stay dry and put away their umbrellas so they could clap for the parade. Soaking wet, the bands and participants were feeding off the energy of the crowd. It was amazing. A moment I’ll remember forever, and a special event that we’ll probably never see again. Thanks Dunwoody for showing up. Thank you for staying!"
Let us know how you faired at the parade in the D-News Talk Back section below.
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Public Art is the focus of this month's Inside Dunwoody. Have you seen the colorful DAAS design on the side of the Dunwoody MARTA station? How about the latest Green Light Art created in part by Dunwoody High School students? Storefront art, murals, an upcoming mosaic, and much more.
Click to learn more
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Community policing
Mark your calendars for Coffee with a Cop on Monday, July 17 at Crema Espresso Gourmet, located at 2458 Mt. Vernon Rd.
Police officers will be on hand for sharing, chatting and answering questions. No other agenda; just a chance to meet and greet.
Stop by between 8 and 10 a.m.
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We hear you! More than 300 people responded to our online survey on local road safety concerns. And even more of you met with our consultants during Lemonade Days and Dunwoody Food Truck Thursday last week. Your answers will help shape the Dunwoody Road Safety Action Plan, which is under development.
Here are the top three safety concerns for Dunwoody streets:
- Street design that encourages speeding
- Lack of sidewalks/poor condition of sidewalks
- Poor visibility at intersections/crosswalks
Find more survey results and details about the plan here: www.dunwoodyga.gov/roadsafety
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The Summer 2023 issue of the Dunwoody Digest is now available! Mailed to all residents and businesses in Dunwoody, this issue covers new businesses and restaurants, details of the free Front Yard Trees program available to residents, a heart-warming story about a good Samaritan and first responders who saved a life at Perimeter Mall, community survey results, and more.
Take a peek here
We welcome your feedback
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Want to make a difference in YOUR community?
Be a Dunwoody Ambassador
The Dunwoody Ambassadors are volunteers who have interest in assisting with various needs throughout the community. While there are no minimum requirements, members receive a monthly newsletter with volunteer opportunties for Dunwoody projects and with non-profit organizations.
Sign up here
See this month's list of volunteer needs
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Paving update
The contractor for the 2023 street resurfacing project has completed the manhole adjustments in the Oxford Chase subdivision and is currently working on the streets in the Renfroe Lake subdivision. Work began in Renfroe Lake on July 5 and should wrap up by early next week. The contractor will be moving to the Kingsley area next. Weather permitting, work should begin the week of July 10. Delverton Ct., Delverton Dr., Redcliff Ct., Redcliff Way, and Leisure Lake Dr. are scheduled to be resurfaced.
Learn more
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Seeking Public 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. The improvements include adding 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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The city’s contractor, Autaco, is beginning work on the northern section of the Dunwoody High School Path project from the DHS driveway exit to Vanderlyn Drive. The project is designed to address ADA compliance issues and better accommodate students walking and biking to and from DHS and Vanderlyn.
To minimize the impact on school operations, the project will be built in two phases over the next two summers.
Learn more
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Tie Monthly Event:
High Growth Hacks from CXO
July 12, 6 - 8 p.m.
Insights and guidance from CEOs and other high-level executives to drive rapid growth and success for their companies. These hacks can take many forms, and may involve a variety of tactics and approaches, depending on the specific goals and needs of the company. Click for more details.
FREE for the first 20 who register through Dunwoody Economic Development. Sign up for the free code by completing the form linked here.
Make note: The 2023 TiECON/CommerceCON conference will be held Sept. 14 at the Georgia Aquarium. Early bird registration ends July 15. Learn more
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As part of the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District, the City of Dunwoody is covered by new rules intended to improve and encourage responsible water conservation. The rules apply to all NEW water fixtures, like faucets, showerheads, toilets, and landscape irrigation systems. Existing water fixtures are not affected. Water fixtures for residential homes are also subject to different standards than water fixtures for commercial businesses. Learn more
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The Dog Days of Summer photoshoot is back!
This time we're coolin' down with kiddie pools and rubber duckies on Aug. 26 at the Brook Run Dog Park. $20 per time slot, with all proceeds benefiting the Brook Run Dog Park Association.
Register here via the Barks & Rec tab.
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Summer Birding
Saturday, July 8
8 - 10 a.m.
Cost: $10, Free for DNC members
Join Master Birder Rose Guerra at the Dunwoody Nature Center for a peaceful and informative walk through the woods. This birding excursion will guide you through Nature Center trails, identifying by sight and sound whatever birds you encounter.
Learn more and sign up
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Tai Chi Workshop
Saturday, July 15
10 - 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $20
Participate in a series of gentle physical exercises and stretches, often referred to as meditation in motion, that will leave you feeling connected mind and body. Tai Chi provides a safe, gradual way of improving flexibility and range of motion! Try it out for the first time or continue your practice surrounded by the beauty of nature at the Dunwoody Nature Center.
Register today
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Paint Like Bob Ross - In the Park!
Saturday, July 22
10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $70
Complete a Bob Ross-inspired landscape painting in just one class--even if you have never painted before. Certified Bob Ross instructor Jeremy Rogers will expertly guide you through this process, step by step, in a lighthearted class focused on creating beauty and having fun.
Spots fill quickly, sign up now
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The Dunwoody Fine Art Association, sponsor of the current Sights and Insights Juried Exhibition at the Chastain Gallery, invites all members of the community to attend an artist talk by Tom Francis, who judged the show. The exhibit contains artwork created by Georgia artists in a variety of styles. The talk will take place on Saturday, July 15 from 1:30 - 3 p.m. at the Chastain Gallery located at 135 Chastain Park Ave. Phone 404-252-2927 for more information.
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Looking to buy your first home?
Catholic Charities Atlanta is offering a free, two-part Home Buyer Webinar scheduled Monday, July 10 at 5 p.m. and Wednesday, July 12 at 5 p.m. The Zoom webinar will provide information about choosing a lender, determining a budget, checking credit and the steps involved through closing.
A completion certificate will be available for those looking to apply for downpayment assistance programs.
Register here
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Tire Disposal Day
Amnesty Day aims to prevent illegal tire dumping
The DeKalb County Sanitation Division will host Tire Amnesty Day events in two locations on Saturday, July 29 for the disposal of car and light-duty truck tires from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. The two locations are at the DeKalb County Tax Commissioner’s Office parking lot, 4380 Memorial Dr. in Decatur, and the Seminole Road Landfill, 4203 Clevemont Rd., in Ellenwood.
DeKalb County residents will also have an opportunity to dispose of small tires from wheelbarrows, golf carts and bicycles. Event participants will be limited to 10 whole or partial tires. Proof of residency may be requested. Tires with rims and commercial tires will not be accepted.
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