Dunwoody Soap Box Derby today at First Baptist Church Atlanta on North Peachtree Road @ 285.

https://www.facebook.com/DunwoodySoapBoxDerby/

http://www.soapboxderby.org/dunwoody.aspx

First race kicks off at 8:30 and the last races take place in the late afternoon (est 3 pm).

4400 N Peachtree Rd Dunwoody, GA

Dunwoody Kids are giving it their all this weekend in national spotlight sporting events.

Brianna Harris, winner if the Dunwoody Soap Box Derby in the Super Stock Division is in Akron, OH and ready to take on all comers on Saturday to become the Grand Champion.  Based on the Heat Sheets, Brianna will need to win five rounds to take the big prize but no matter what, she has done Dunwoody proud.

Live coverage to watch the Soap Box Derby is available here with the first heat slated to start at 9 am.

Pictured, L-R: Nate Chambers, Peyton Leonard, Leyton George, Will Hillegass, Dawson Stevens, Charlie Kapp, Dylan Reid, Adam Frederick, Tyler Sun, Tim Hillegass, Colton Jimenez. Coaches: Steve George, Jon LeDoyen, Tony Sun and Tim Hillegass.

The last time a Murphy Candler team won a state championship was in 1989 but that record started fresh again last weekend when a group of 9 & 10 year old's won the Georgia State Championship. Those boys are now at the Tournament of State Champions which is an annual Little League baseball tournament held for the Southeast States in Greenville, North Carolina. The tournament starts on Saturday with the championship game on Wednesday, July 29. The qualifying state championship teams are from Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Saturday, July 25 (9-10 year olds)
6:15 EST - West Virginia vs. Georgia
Sunday, July 26 (9-10 year olds)
6:15 EST - Georgia vs. Virginia
Monday, July 27 (9-10 year olds)
3:30 EST - Georgia vs. North Carolina

Webcast at:

http://www.ustream.tv/channel/tosc-greenville-nc

TV station segment:

http://wnct.com/2015/07/23/tournament-of-state-champions-underway-friday-in-greenville/

Dunwoody's own wins local soapbox derby and is headed to Akron, Ohio.

Dunwoody's own Brianna Harris is headed to the National Soap Box Derby Championship Race in Akron, OH!!! Bri went undefeated in today's Super Stock race, taking Heyward Wescott's car all the way for the big win!! Jordan Hyman drove the Dunwoody Police car to victory in the Police Car Challenge! Congrats to all!

Dunwoody Soap Box Derby this Saturday at First Baptist Church Atlanta

http://www.dunwoodysoapboxderby.org

The eighth annual Dunwoody/NE Georgia Soap Box Derby will be held Saturday, June 6th. The event is hosted by The First Baptist Church Atlanta. First Baptist Church Atlanta is located at 4400 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338, just outside Interstate 285.

Saturday's race will draw a record breaking 50 drivers who will compete in car divisions of Stock, Super Stock and Masters. 

Winners of each division of the local race will travel to Akron, Ohio to participate in week long festivities which will culminate with competing in the "All American Soap Box Derby". 

Super Kids: On Friday, June 5, from 9-12 The Dunwoody Soap Box Derby will also hold a Super Kids race. Racers with special needs will compete in tandem cars driven by certified drivers. The Super Kids race is the only one of its kind in Georgia. A record setting 12 Super Kids will compete in this year's race, and will also qualify to compete in Akron at the Nationals. This event is not to be missed. 

Speeding Police Cars: Cars sponsored by The Dunwoody Police, Chamblee Police and Doraville Police all have entries which will create a well-intentioned race for bragging rights all the way to the finish line. 

The event is presented by Dunwoody NE GA Soap Box Derby Association.  Sponsors:

Bank of North Georgia  |   Dunwoody Crier  |  Knights of Columbus 11402
Kapp Koncepts  |  Steve Stephens Insurance  |  Horizon Windows & Doors
Womack & Company  |  Keyworth Bank  |  Bulldog Movers  |  Custom Signs Today
Peachtree Benefit Group  |  UFC Gym Perimeter  |  First Baptist Church Atlanta 
Will's Auto Machine Shop  |  RPM Control Engineering  |  Village Ace Hardware

The Race Director is Nancy Mooney. This will be Nancy's fifth year of directing Dunwoody's local race.  For more information please visit www.dunwoodysoapboxderby.org

Dunwoody Soap Box Derby this Saturday

http://www.dunwoodysoapboxderby.org

An uplifting weekend in Dunwoody and I'm still looking forward to Sunday.

Dunwoody Soapbox Derby

The last week was crazy at work and coming home on Friday riding the Marta train; I was exhausted and beat. Instead of staring out the window, I jumped on the blackberry and read the most amazing story between two people whom I and many in the community know.  It immediately picked me up and put me on cloud Nine that has literally carried me for days. What happens on Facebook is not for me to share publicly therefore all I can say is Amy you are AMAZING and a true inspiration to all that know you.

When I finally get home on Friday night we travel way up to Cumming to attend a bbq at an old friend's house where there is a house full of people with kids everywhere. Walking around talking to a few people, a gentleman comes up to me as says, "excuse me John, what was your last name?" I said "Heneghan" and he started laughing at me with a huge goofy smile. He said "hello John, I'm Chris North, an avid reader of your blog, a reporter and would you believe, that just today, I wrote a newspaper article on you."  We laughed, talked a bit of city politics and then our wives rightfully made fun of us for talking shop.  (Here you go Chris, I enjoyed meeting you, as well as now being able to turn the tables writing about you.)

At our house, Saturday morning is dedicated father / son bonding time, (i.e. my wife has declared it to be her time to do whatever she wants to do as long as it has nothing to do with testosterone or parenting).  The Brunswick Zone bowling alley on Spalding had a special, offering the boys and I, two free hours of entertainment, so we took advantage of that and had a great time. (If your kids enjoy the sport, there are great specials and opportunities available.)

Saturday afternoon, I stopped by the Dunwoody Soapbox Derby to see if the Knight's of Columbus needed any help cooking & serving food.  Since they had everything well under control, I watched a few races and mingled with those in attendance.   I talked to lot of people, Dick Williams of the Dunwoody Crier, Mayor Eric Clarkson of Chamblee, Bill Grant, and many others but the conversation I really enjoyed was with a group of three, 16 year old young men serving with the Dunwoody Police Explorers regarding the positive impact that it has already had on their lives.  Awesome program!

While I was doing the soapbox, my wife was able to do something that I wasn't and was to visit "Alex's Lemonade Stand" being put on by a number of Dunwoody families and a bunch of great kids.  My friend Bob Lundsten made it over and gave a nice recap of him meeting the best salesperson he has ever met and her only being 7.

Saturday night, my wife and I attended a friends 40th birthday party here in Dunwoody and the theme was "Senior Prom" where everyone was suppose to dress the same as they did at their prom, oh so many years ago.  For giggles here is a photo from the evening but letting loose, living in an age of digital cameras and social media is a whole lot scarier then when I was in high school and the only equivalent was the yearbook.  Let me tell you, Facebook is not the friend of a guy who can't dance but does it anyway.  Long story, short - we had a great time.

Sunday is shaping up to be a fun day at the neighborhood pool as my 5 yr old has come out of his shell as he is now jumping in and diving down for coins in the big pool where just a week ago he was afraid to leave the comfort of the baby pool.  (Might be that cute redhead Casey he has his eye on?)  Besides time with my kids, playing water volleyball with other adults is really enjoyable and a great way for me to blow off some steam.

Sunday night, I will be attending the Dunwoody Homeowners Association monthly meeting, the last before the 4th of July parade, where the agenda is light but I am guessing someone (not me) will be announcing their candidacy for Mayor and/or other council candidates may be stepping forward for the four positions up for election. 

Soapbox Saturday in Dunwoody - races begin at 9:00 am. Great family event.

The 2011 Dunwoody Soap Box Derby will be held June 4, 2011 at the First Baptist Church Atlanta located at 4400 North Peachtree Road, Dunwoody, GA 30338, just outside Interstate 285.

http://www.dunwoodysoapboxderby.org

http://www.thecrier.net/articles/2011/05/31/news/soapbox.txt

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dunwoody-Soap-Box-Derby/200358116653285

Saturday - Dunwoody Soapbox Derby / PDK Airshow and other possible fun events.

Dunwoody Soap Box Derby
June 5, 2010
8:30 AM Opening Ceremony - 9:00 AM Races Begin
First Baptist Church of Atlanta
http://www.dunwoodysoapboxderby.org

DeKalb Peachtree Airport’s Annual
Good Neighbor Day Airshow and Open House
June 5, 2010
12:00 noon – 5:00 PM
Full details

Other good sites for local events.

http://www.atlantaonthecheap.com

http://www.fieldtripswithsue.com

Dunwoody Soap Box Derby is looking for drivers and sponsors.

http://www.dunwoodysoapboxderby.org
June 5, 2010

The Dunwoody Soap Box Derby race directors have been tweaking last year's event and have made a number of changes - including moving the track and putting up tents so spectators will be able to be in the shade, kids's activities, food vendors, etc., etc., so they're looking for even more drivers and spectators this year.

The Derby is open to both boys and girls from ages 8-17.  They'll be racing two classes of cars again this year:  stock and superstock.  There's still time for kids to register and obtain cars.  Complete Derby information and applications can be obtained by going to our website:  dunwoodysoapboxderby.org.

They're doing car clinics every Saturday morning from now until the race, which is scheduled for June 5, to help kids and their parents build their cars to gain optimal results.   They'll have folks on hand to give pointers and tips as well as offer building assistance wherever possible.   All clinics will be held at the KofC Hall at All Saints Catholic Church from 10 AM - 2 PM.  It's important that they/their parents attend the clinics to get complete information.  Kids need not have their cars with them in order to attend, but should be looking to order kits ASAP.

Our clinic schedule (including topics being discussed) follows:

April 24 - axle/kingpin install and suspension
May 1 - weight and how it affects speed
May 8 - weight design, calculation, and order
May 15 - Alignment/testing Part One
May 22 - Alignment/testing Part Two
May 29 - Driving and race day procedures

June 4 - Car Inspections and Weigh-in
June 5 - Race Day

We're continuing to welcome sponsors like the Dunwoody Crier and the Bank of North Georgia to help fund the race and everything connected with it (including paying to send local champions to Akron , accompanied by one parent each, and transporting the cars to-and-from Akron as well), so if anyone is interested in becoming a Derby sponsor, all they need do is contact either Brent Morris  at bmorris@peachtreebenefitgroup.com  or Heyward Wescott at hwescott@gmail.com

Classic Car Cruise tonight in Dunwoody Village with the Dunwoody Police Soap Box Derby car being unvailed.

IVYRIDERS
Classic Cruise Nights
Dunwoody 2009

2nd Thursdays of every month: 6 to 9 PM

• Twenty year old & older 4-wheel classics welcome
• Presentation, Custom & Show Bikes of any Vintage
• Show Cars; Vintage, Muscle & Classics
• Customs, Show Bikes, or just Nice Rides

Dunwoody Village Shopping Center,
1317 Dunwoody Village Parkway, Dunwoody, GA 30338
Meet between Walgreens, Starbucks, Goodyear & Jiffy Lube

Info: woroniecki at bellsouth.net or 770-331-9324

Start your engines, the Soap Box Derby is coming to Dunwoody on May 30th.

A youth racing program which has run nationally since 1934. National Championship finals are held each July at Derby Downs in Akron, Ohio, and a preliminary competition will be held May 30 at the First Baptist Church Atlanta, located in Dunwoody on Cotillion Drive.

The Dunwoody Soap Box Derby is open to boys and girls ages 8-17 who reside in DeKalb, Gwinnett, Rockdale, Clayton or Henry County.

The race is presented by the Kiwanis Club of Dunwoody. The inaugural race of 2008 was run as a fun non-sanctioned test of car and driver. In 2009 “Stock” and “Super Stock” divisions will compete in head-to-head competition. The stock division is for boys and girls ages 8-13. The Super Stock Division is for boys and girls ages 10-17.

The winner of the Stock and Super Stock division will go on to compete in the National Championship race and week-long festivities held in Akron, Ohio! “We are looking forward to an exciting race and sending our winners on to Akron,” said race director Addie Alberghini.

The Dunwoody Kiwanis invite all area boys and girls between the ages of 8-17 to come race. Area businesses are signing up to sponsor cars, and become track sponsors/exhibitors.

Youth groups including area Boy Scout Troops are already busy finding car sponsors, building cars, and preparing for the competition. Troop 434 of Dunwoody is building a car in conjunction with The Bank of North Georgia.

The Dunwoody Kiwanis can assist in all facets of car building, participation, and sponsorship. The Stock and Super Stock car can be purchased online at www.aasbd.com

For a limited time, The Dunwoody Kiwanis also have car kits available locally for purchase. For more information about race details, purchasing a kit, race sponsorship etc, call Alberghini at 770-454-9881 or Al Tiede at: 770-391-0711.

Hear Yee, Hear Yee the Dunwoody Court will now be sworn in under the Welcome to Dunwoody Sign.

The Dunwoody City Council will be having a work session on Monday 7 p.m. at Dunwoody United Methodist Church followed immediately by a regular voting session.

The big items I see on the schedule are the introduction and swearing in of the Dunwoody Judges and the possible unveiling of the Welcome to Dunwoody Sign.

Attached are the two preliminary agendas for the evening. Work & Regular.

SWEARING IN CEREMONY
1. J. Antonio DelCampo, Judge
2. Hugh R. Powell, Jr.
3. Timothy W. Wolfe

PRESENTATIONS
“Welcome to the City of Dunwoody” Sign.
PROCLAMATION: “Jeffrey M. Cohen Day”.
PROCLAMATION: “Dunwoody Kiwanis Club Second Annual Soap Box Derby”.

Second Read of Ordinance to grant a franchise agreement to Atlanta Gas Light Company (Ordinance 2009-02-12).

Discussion and vote on Resolution to amend the regular City Council Meeting schedule and location for Calendar Year 2009. (Resolution 2009-02-16).

First Read of Ordinance to adopt and Chapter 20 (“Public Assemblages”) of the City of Dunwoody Code of Ordinances (First Read).

Discussion and vote on approving a contract for phone internet equipment and services for 41 Perimeter Center East.

All- American Soapbox Derby comes to Dunwoody, May 31st @ First Baptist Atlanta

THE KIWANIS CLUB OF DUNWOODY
and
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ATLANTA
are bringing the
ALL-AMERICAN SOAPBOX DERBY
to Dunwoody on May 31, 2008.

The Kiwanis Club of Dunwoody will hold its First Annual All-American Soap Box Derby Saturday, May 31. The race, dubbed the Greatest Amateur Racing Event in the World, will take place at First Baptist Church of Atlanta. Race Director Susan Swanson made the official announcement this week.

The Derby is open to both girls and boys between the ages of 8 and 17 who reside in Clayton, DeKalb, Gwinnett, Henry and Rockdale counties. The Stock Division is open to children 8-13; Super Stock is open to children 10-17. The winner in each division will go on to Akron, OH to compete in the World Championship finals in August.

Mrs. Swanson noted that The Soap Box Derby “is a youth racing program which has run nationally since 1934. We are excited to be introducing this event for the first time in Dunwoody and hope the community will support our efforts.”

Race cars may be obtained directly from All-American SoapBox Derby through their website: http://www.aasbd.com/SBD_rules.htm. The link to the Online Store can be found on the right-hand side under “About Us.” For the first time, new colors are being added to the standard red, white or blue cars. Green and pink cars may now be ordered. They are limited, so it’s first-come, first-served.

Children and their families are encouraged to find sponsors to help defray the cost of their cars. Construction “clinics” will be given by Kiwanis Club members. Mrs. Swanson also noted that the Club is looking for companies and/or organizations interested in sponsoring the race as well as volunteers for the actual Race Day. A number of opportunities are available and can also be found on the Club’s website.

Interested individuals may contact Mrs. Swanson at 770-668-0935 for Race Information and Addie Alberghini at 770-394-3905 for Sponsorship/Volunteer Information. Additional information can be found on the Dunwoody Kiwanis Club website – dunwoodykiwanisclub.org