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TONIGHT!
Free movie under the stars
Pics in the Park season finale is Friday, Aug. 2, with a showing of Madame Web (PG-13), a superhero movie starring Dakota Johnson, at Pernoshal Park.
Look for Dunwoody's Parks and Rec team with free popcorn, candy and giveaways. Popcorn will be served starting at 8:30 p.m. and the movie shortly after.
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A new PHB: Here's how it works
Dunwoody has a new Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon on N. Peachtree Road at Chesnut Elementary School and near Peachtree Middle School. It's designed to improve safety for all in this high-traffic area. Watch the video linked below to see how it works - for drivers and pedestrians.
Another PHB is being installed on Perimeter Center West near the Terraces South and Seasons 52. Both work in the same way as the PHB on Hammond Drive at the Dunwoody MARTA Station.
Watch video
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Economic Development is the subject of this month's Inside Dunwoody. Read City Manager Eric Linton's August update on new businesses, new developments and a community-wide seminar series discussing Dunwoody's business district.
Read the August issue
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LAWN MAINTENANCE
Grass and weeds must be maintained below ten inches in height. A courtesy notice may be issued when the grass height exceeds Code.
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Applications are due NEXT WEEK for the Fall 2024 Citizens' Police Academy.
Please complete the application linked below and drop it off at police headquarters to get notarized. The due date is Aug. 5.
The Dunwoody Citizens' Police Academy is a free, 12-week class that starts on Aug. 13 and runs through Oct. 29, meeting on Tuesday nights. DPD is now accepting individuals who live outside of Dunwoody. Here are some of the topics to be covered:
• North Metro SWAT
• Gangs
• Use of Force
• Criminal lnvestigations
• Uniform Patrol
• Narcotics
• Traffic Stops & DUI Enforcement
• Firearms Simulator
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National Night Out
Thursday, Aug. 15
Brook Run Park
5 - 8 p.m.
This is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.
Join the Dunwoody Police Department during the August Dunwoody Food Truck Thursdays event in Brook Run Park from 5 - 8 p.m.
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Meet Dunwoody's Parks and Rec team
They love their jobs - can't you tell? And why wouldn't they?
Throughout the month of August, Dunwoody Parks and Rec will feature team members on social media.
Stay tuned to learn about them and what they do. Follow along on Instagram and Facebook.
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Groovin' on the Green
Brook Run Park Amphitheater
Saturday, Aug. 10
6 p.m.
Join Dunwoody Parks and Recreation on Saturday, Aug. 10, for the Groovin' on the Green Back to School Bash.
Enjoy live entertainment from DieDra Hurdle-Ruff along with G Clef and the Playlist, food trucks, and giveaways.
Learn more
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Puppet Palooza: Piccadilly Puppets
Saturday, Aug. 3 Sat
10:30 a.m.
$10
Piccadilly Puppets brings their delightful puppets to Stage Door. Get your tickets now, and don’t miss the special puppet-making workshop right after the show. It’s a Saturday filled with puppetry magic and creative fun!
Purchase tickets here
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Butterfly Experience
Sept. 7 and 8
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
$18; $15 for DNC Members; Ages 3 and under free
A tradition spanning more than 30 years is back at the Dunwoody Nature Center this September! Feel the magic of being surrounded by hundreds of beautiful, native butterflies.
The festival will feature live performances all weekend long, food and drinks for purchase, arts & crafts for all ages, artisan vendors, and more.
Tickets on sale now
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Bug Adventure Walk
Saturday, Aug. 10
9 - 10 a.m.
Free!
Discover what makes a bug a bug and explore their habitats during this guided adventure hike! This event is fun for all ages. Everyone is welcome.
Master Naturalist Greg, a passionate Nature Center Ambassador, will lead this gentle hike around the center's grounds. Greg is looking forward to sharing his love of nature and the bugs that live in it.
Learn more
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Dragonflies 101
Tuesday, Aug. 13
6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
$20
Did you know that dragonflies spend most of their lives underwater? Expert Rose Guerra will lead this engaging program, discussing the basics about dragonflies with lots of fun facts, including how to identify the most common dragonflies in our area. The class will also cover gardening tips to attract these exciting, jewel-like, mosquito-eating machines.
Register now
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At the Spruill Gallery, Hybridity +beauty reveals an intriguing contemporary examination of the natural world by artists Manty Dey and Heather Deyling.
Spruill warmly invites art lovers to join in a reception on Aug. 22 from 6 to 9 p.m., and again for an enriching Artists’ Talk on Aug. 24 from 3 to 4 p.m., where Manty and Heather will share insights into their inspirations and processes.
The Spruill Gallery is located at 4681 Ashford Dunwoody Rd.
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Upcoming Art Classes
The Spruill Center has plenty of art options remaining this Summer. Shorter quarter courses begin SOON and 38 August workshops are enrolling NOW. But the time to register is limited, so don’t miss out! Learn more
Fall quarter begins soon at the Spruill Center. To see what’s upcoming and plan your Fall art calendar, view our catalog at spruillarts.org
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Fall Baseball
Leagues for ages 13-15 and 15-18
Fall Registration lasts through Aug. 9
Dunwoody Senior Baseball will host Fall leagues for 13-15-year-olds and 15-18-year-olds and will create several teams from individual registrants.
Registration is open through Aug. 9. The cost is $325 until Aug. 1 and $350 thereafter. Evaluations will be held on Sunday, Aug. 11.
Learn more and register
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The Atlanta Regional Commission will allocate $168 billion in federal and state transportation dollars through 2050 to improve roads, expand transit options, build bike-ped paths, and more. The commission is seeking feedback on how to spend those dollars from YOU.
“We need robust public engagement to develop transportation plans that truly meet the needs of the entire Atlanta region," said Anna Roach, ARC Executive Director & CEO.
Upcoming events include a series of virtual focus groups and pop-ups across the region where residents can offer their perspectives.
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August 6: Decatur pop-up at Guild + Journeyman (115 Clairemont Ave., Decatur), 1- 4 p.m.
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August 8: Virtual focus group, 11 a.m. Registration
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August 14: Virtual focus group, 12 p.m. Registration
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Art Exhibit this month
Members of the Dunwoody Fine Art Association will be featured in an exhibit in August at the Sandy Springs Library. Members Joan Weiss and Sharon Weiss will exhibit works in oil, acrylic, pastel, and watercolor, as well as collages and mixed media in representational and abstract styles.
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Find even more neat things to do via Discover Dunwoody's upcoming calendar of events. Learn more about Discover Dunwoody, Dunwoody's convention/visitor experts! | |
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