While surfing the net for all things Dunwoody, I saw a page hosted by my good friend Bob Fiscella which listed all of the available single family homes currently listed in Dunwoody as being for sale. As someone who sold one house in Dunwoody to buy another one just two blocks away; I believe that the Dunwoody market is holding its value and is a great place to live and raise a family. Check out the interesting list of houses being offered, research on Zillow.com and then Realtor.com to get an idea of what is available before you contact the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce at 678-244-9700 to find a local real estate professional for personal assistance.
From Bob's Real Estate Blog; As we close out 2009, the number of houses on the market continues to decline, which is normal for this time of year. In Dunwoody in the 30338 zip code, there are currently 139 active listings ranging from $150,000 to $1.29 million. To view all of these listings, click on the Buyer’s Brief link:
Cheek-Spruill Farmhouse; New Hope Cemetery; The T. K. Peters House; Larkin Martin House; Ebenezer Primitive Baptist Church; Swancy Farmhouse; Railroad Section Gang House; Dunwoody United Methodist Chapel; Stephen Martin Cemetery; Stephen Spruill Home Place; The Norris “Little House”; Donaldson-Bannister Farm and Cemetery; The Eidson Home Place; Warnock Cottage; Cassidy House; The W. N. Ware House; The Wardlaw House
For over 50 years, ‘Great Decisions’, sponsored by the non-partisan Foreign Policy Association, has sponsored local groups to increase citizens’ understanding of world affairs. By bringing important issues to the town meeting level, participants can develop an informed opinion on the role that the United States should play in world affairs. The eight-week series is based on a briefing book that participants will receive.
Each session will begin with a speaker and conclude with Q & A and discussion.
Great Decisions 2010 - Foreign Policy Lecture Series
Thursdays, January 28 to March 18, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Dunwoody United Methodist Church, 1546 Mt. Vernon Road
Registration includes briefing book: $25.00, spouse $10.00 if book shared.
For more information contact Renee Libby 770-399-1821 or rllbol@gmail.com
1/28 Special Envoys: Dr. Marion Creekmore, Jr. Served as U.S. Ambassador to Sri Lanka and numerous other overseas assignments. Held several policy assignments in the U.S. State Department. Currently visiting professor at Emory.
2/04 Kenya & R2P (Responsibility to Protect Doctrine): Paul Zwier II, Director of Emory's Program for International Advocacy and Dispute Resolution and a professor of law. Has taught advocacy skills to lawyers in numerous countries.
2/11 Peacebuilding and Conflict Resolution: Dr. Rashid Naim, Senior Lecturer of Political Science at Georgia State University and member of the Muslim Speakers' Bureau
2/18 U.S.-China Security Relations: Dr. Fei-Ling Wang, Professor, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Tech. Previously taught at the U.S. Military Academy and in Singapore, China, Japan and Korea.
2/25 Global Financial Crisis: Dr. Sheila Tschinkel. Most recently served as resident US Treasury Economic Advisor to the Government of the Ukraine. Previously worked with officials in Eastern Europe and Central Asia.
3/04 Russia and its Neighbors: Dr. Thomas Remington, Professor of Political Science, Emory University. Founding director of Emory's Program in Russian and East European Studies. Published numerous books/articles on Russia and USSR.
3/11 The Persian Gulf: Dr. Michael Herb, Associate Professor of Political Science and Acting Director of Middle East Institute, Georgia State University. Research interests focus on Arab monarchies of the Gulf.
3/18 Global Crime: Dr. Justin Hastings, Assistant Professor, Sam Nunn School of International Affairs, Georgia Tech. Has worked for the Department of Defense and West Point's Combating Terrorism Center.
Watch the video above and ask yourself ...
Why couldn't Dunwoody be listed?
Since we the new City of Dunwoody, Georgia now control our own zoning, our transportation infrastructure, we have our own police force and someday we will have our own park facilities to offer recreation services to our residents; couldn't we be eligible for the Money Magazine Best Places to Live distinction? Don't we have almost everything that the people shown in this video quote about their own fine cities? I believe we do.
This may or may not be feaisible, but this is something that I intend to continue working towards.
Walking to the top of Stone Mountain has always been a favorite activity of mine when I visit the park. Over the weekend I took my three boys (ages 10, 8 and 4) and a few of their friends to the park for a hike up the 1.3 mile walk up trail and another 1.3 mile hike back down the mountain. Taking a young man who turned 4, just two weeks previously for a hike of this magnitude on a day when he hadn't had a nap was a big risk but it worked out. My son Declan walked all the way up and down while holding my hand. It was an awesome experience that I thought I would share as this is now a family event that we can do as a group.
From my family to yours, I would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy and safe New Year.
The Christmas for Kids event was organized by the Dunwoody Police Department to ensure that every Dunwoody child was able to celebrate the season. The celebration touched my heart and I wanted to share the video above and the recap below was taken from the January edition of the "On the Beat" police newsletter written by Dunwoody Police Explorer, Sgt. Kelly Harrison. I am so very proud to be a part of this fine community, thank you for your generosity.
On December 17th the Dunwoody Police Department held the first annual Christmas For Kids Party at North Peachtree Baptist Church. When the kids entered the church, the festive atmosphere consumed them and their faces lit up. First, dinner was served as elves danced around the room spreading Christmas cheer. Then, the children listened to Dr. Tony Romans, the senior pastor, as he explained the true meaning of Christmas. Next, Officer Fidel Espinoza, who was a key contributor to making the night a success, welcomed all of the children and had an amazing surprise to share. The excitement of the kids went through the roof when Officer Espinoza announced that Santa Clause himself was on his way. The children ran to the window to watch Santa’s arrival. Santa walked through the door and immediately was greeted with many hugs. Each child sat in Santa’s lap and received five presents. The joy and appreciation on both the children’s and the parents’ faces were clear to see.
Officer Espinoza sums up the night as “an absolute success”, but this did not come easily. The night was a long time in the making. Over Officer Espinoza’s 14 years of being a police officer he has never seen “such a supportive and appreciative community as Dunwoody”. However, he realized that there are two distinct sides of Dunwoody: a wealthier side and a less privileged side. He wanted to bring all sides of Dunwoody together to help make everybody’s Christmas special. So, Officer Espinoza had the idea of throwing this party both to help others, but also to get all of Dunwoody aware and involved. It was important to Officer Espinoza that this party not solely be an officer event. After all, one of the Dunwoody Police mission statements is to engage the public to do good things for the entire community. So, a developed committee made up of police officers, civilians, city employees, and business owners was formed to help make the party a success. They reached out to the community by asking for help and support. Immediately hundreds of volunteers responded and helped in one way or another. Thanks to the great effort from so many generous people, over 100 children were able to attend the party. The children were hand picked by officers. Through coming into contact with the children and the community’s guidance, officers were able to pick families that really needed help.
Thanks to the communities overwhelming desire to help, there are many presents left over. Of the remaining gifts, 300-500 will be donated to Scottish Rite Hospital and many other charities. Also, officers on duty Christmas Day will load up their patrol cars with presents in case they run into any children in need. The first ever Christmas For Kids party was an unbelievable event, which could not have happened without the community’s effort. Officer Espinoza remarks, “I can’t wait for next year. It will be even bigger and better”.
