Thursday, October 17, 2013

Upcoming Dunwoody Community events and the need for a consolidated City directory of services and activities.


The City of Dunwoody is blessed to have a very active non-profit network of organizations, churches, synagogs, schools and even a few local colleges that provide programing to the community that the city government could never dream of duplicating.  Below are a few events & classes happening in just the next two weeks at the Atlanta Jewish Community Center and they are all open to the public.

FYI: I am in discussions with city staff to put an effort into cataloging all of the many "programs" available to the community.  For example: If a new family wanted to know who offered basketball leagues for 8 yr old's or what Senior Activities were available; there should be one universal guidebook filled with copious amounts of information and a few ads to cover the printing charges.  The guidebook could be available around town and in an electronic format, with updates several times through the year.

I guess my thinking is that if the City is not going to offer the programing, we should be consolidating and offering the information to the residents so that they are aware of what is available.   Though the discussions are preliminary, an eventual joint Public / Private Directory of Services & Activities available in Dunwoody, Sandy Springs, Brookhaven, Chamblee, Doraville & Peachtree Corners is a lofty goal to aspire to but one worth working on.  The Dunwoody recreation staffing model is lean but this project could easily be contracted out.  John



Registration for MJCCA’s Youth Basketball Leagues
Registration closes Oct. 28.
Sports and Sports Events
Girls & Boys • Pre-K - 9th Grade
The MJCCA is proud to offer the Youth Basketball Program presented by the Atlanta Hawks for children of all ages! Our youth basketball leagues afford your child the opportunity to learn essential basketball fundamentals and enhance existing skills in a competitive, yet supportive environment. Our youth basketball leagues stress both individual development and teamwork, giving each child a thorough understanding of the game while teaching core values and providing opportunities to develop leadership skills. Our unique partnership with the Atlanta Hawks elevates our league and what we offer to you.
More information:  Contact Ethan Bagen at 678.812.4174

Edgewise Speaker Series
Thursday, October 17, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, 30338)
MJCCA Members: Free / Community and Silver Sneakers: $5
Jose Perez and Bryan Gilbert will host a discussion entitled, “Come Explore Your Health Care Options,” geared toward seniors and looking ahead at 2014.
More information:  Lilly.mahana@atlantajcc.org, 678.812.4064.

MJCCA Welcomes the Atlanta Radio Theatre Company  
Sunday, October 20, 2:30 pm AND 7:30 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park’s Morris and Rae Frank Theatre - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)
Ticket prices: $10-$15
The MJCCA is pleased to welcome the Atlanta Radio Theatre Company (or ARTC), for two shows, featuring “War of the Worlds: The Untold Story” by H.G. Wells (adapted by Ron N. Butler). The ARTC is dedicated to preserving, performing, and educating people about the art of audio theatre (or radio drama). This talented group of writers, actors, and sound technicians in Atlanta has succeeded in maintaining this art and craft of audio drama in live shows, where guests can see how they create adventures in sound by crafting their sound effects and manipulating microphone placement.
More information: MJCCA’s Box Office at 678.812.4002, or visit www.atlantajcc.org/boxoffice.

Teen Drivers Ed
Sundays: 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17 - 12:00-6:30 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, 30338)
MJCCA Members and BBYO Members: $465 / Community:  $495
The MJCCA is proud to offer fall Driver's Ed. Driver's Ed classes are designed to produce safer, more confident, and more experienced teenage drivers. Each student will attend 30 hours of classroom training, which includes the state-required Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program (ADAP) training. Students will also complete 6 hours of private, individual, behind-the-wheel training with a licensed driver-training instructor.
Graduates are eligible for up to 10% reduction in insurance premiums, and parents are eligible for a $150 Georgia Income Tax Credit.  
All students must be at least 15 years of age by the end of the class.
More information:  Stacie Graff stacie.graff@atlantajcc.org, 678.812.3972.

Teen Babysitting Classes
October 20 and 27 -- 2 Consecutive Sundays from 2:00-6:00 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, 30338)
MJCCA Members: $125 / Community: $145
Safe Sitter®, an up-to-date and well-rounded youth development program with a
medical basis, teaches young teen babysitters everything they need to know to keep themselves and the children in their care safe. This 8-hour, nationally-recognized, pediatrician-developed program includes child care techniques, basic first aid, rescue techniques (like choking infant and child rescue), babysitting as a business, and online and cellphone safety. Students will also learn CPR.  
More information:  Stacie Graff stacie.graff@atlantajcc.org, 678.812.3972.

Sex After 50
Tuesday, October 22, 7:00 am – 9:30 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, 30338)
MJCCA Members: $5 / Community: $10
Join Dr. Judie Manulkin for an engaging discussion about our culture's myths, attitudes, and messages about sex and aging. Learn what's working and what's not working and how to get the most joy in your life.
More information:  Lilly.mahana@atlantajcc.org, 678.812.4064.

Bestselling Author Brad Meltzer to Speak at MJCCA
Thursday, October 24, 6:45 pm
Brad Meltzer, an American political thriller novelist, non-fiction writer, and TV show creator, is returning to the MJCCA for a special Prologue to the Book Festival of the MJCCA event, as he presents his newest book, History Decoded: The 10 Greatest Conspiracies of All Time.
Purchase tickets: Call 678.812.4005 or visit online at www.atlantajcc.org/bookfestival

Edgewise Speaker Series
Thursday, October 24, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, 30338)
MJCCA Members: Free / Community and Silver Sneakers: $5
Former Georgia Congressman Bob Barr will speak about private law practice. Bob Barr represented the 7th District of Georgia in the U.S. House of Representatives from 1995-2003, and now practices law in Atlanta.
More information:  Lilly.mahana@atlantajcc.org, 678.812.4064.

Pianist Joe Alterman to Perform Two Jazz Concerts
October 27, 5:00 pm AND 7:00 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park’s Morris and Rae Frank Theatre - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody)
Ticket Prices: $17-$22
The MJCCA is thrilled to welcome renowned pianist Joe Alterman, for two jazz concerts, kicking off the MJCCA’s new 2013-14 Jazz at the JCC series. Alterman has performed at venues around the world, including the Blue Note Jazz Club in Milan and Preservation Hall in New Orleans. Both Oct. 27 concerts will be produced in association with the Atlanta Jewish Music Festival.
More information, MJCCA’s Box Office at 678.812.4002, or visit www.atlantajcc.org/boxoffice.

Meals for Two Made Easy
Sunday, October 27, 4:00 am – 6:00 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, 30338)
MJCCA Members: $15 / Community: $25
In this hands-on cooking class, caterer and food blogger Lynda Mahana will teach you how to pare down your meals to fit a table for two. Perfect for newlyweds, empty-nesters and singles. Join us for a fun and informative culinary adventure at the MJCCA. Advance registration required.
More information:  Lilly.mahana@atlantajcc.org, 678.812.4064.

Social Media Workshop
Monday, October 28, 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, 30338)
MJCCA Members: $5 / Community: $10
Come learn the ins-and-outs of social media and how to catch up with friends old and new. This 1.5 hour workshop will teach you the basics of social media websites such as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
More information:  Lilly.mahana@atlantajcc.org, 678.812.4064.

Edgewise Speaker Series
Thursday, October 31, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
(MJCCA at Zaban Park - 5342 Tilly Mill Road, Dunwoody, 30338)
MJCCA Members: Free / Community and Silver Sneakers: $5
David G. Maples will share from his years as a special GBI agent. Maples is a 26-year veteran of the FBI. He has investigated bank frauds, served on a swat team, and supervised major case squads including labor racketeering and terrorism.
More information:  Lilly.mahana@atlantajcc.org, 678.812.4064

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