Dunwoody Idol competition to be held at Lemonade Days - video auditions requested.

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Dunwoody's original American Idol, Ryan Seacrest was asked to sing in front of millions with his parents Connie & Gary in the the front row showing support.   Now it's your turn!  Signup for the Dunwoody Idol singing competition! 

The contest is open to solo vocalists ages 25 and younger.  Auditions will be open until Tuesday, April 5.  This audition process will be done through video submission.  Our panel of judges will select 10 finalists who will perform between the Lemonade Days Stage headline acts on the evening of Saturday, April 16.  A winner and runner-up will be selected and awarded a prize package (details TBA).  To learn more and sign up, please fill out our audition form, which you can reach using the link below.

www.dunwoodymusic.com/idol

Rules

    Performers must be 25 or younger.
    Your video must be a single continuous shot.
    You may perform with a recorded track.
    You may also accompany yourself with an instrument.
    There is no bonus for playing an instrument.
    There is also no penalty for singing to a track.
    Solo vocalists only, no groups please.

We will select 10 finalists from the auditions.  All finalists will perform at Lemonade Days on the evening of Saturday, April 16.  Our panel of judges will select a winner and runner-up, who will be announced after Beauregard and the Downright’s set.  Our winner will also receive a handsome prize package (details announced later) along with the prestige of being crowned this year’s Dunwoody Idol!

Mark Gallegos
(404) 615-5934
mark@dunwoodymusic.com

Dunwoody City Council Meeting for Mon March 28, 2016

Monday, March 28, 2016
Dunwoody City Hall
41 Perimeter Center East
Dunwoody, GA 30346

Watch Live at 6:00 p.m.

6 pm Agenda

Dunwoody High School Football Coach Michael Nash. - Great Guy for DHS!

Approval of a Construction Contract for Chamblee Dunwoody Water Main and Paving-Cambridge to Womack.

Approval of Georgia Power LED Roadway Initiative.

Approval of Funding for Storm Water Pipe Repairs at 1495 Devonshire Way.

Approval of Funding for Storm Water Pipe Repairs at 4887 Twin Branches Way.

Approval of Funding for Storm Water Pipe Repairs at 5555 Bend Creek Road.

Approval of Additional Funding for Storm Water Pipe Repairs at 5631 Woodsong Drive.

Approval of Last Mile Connectivity Funding. (Yvonne Williams - no docs from City)

FIRST READ: Ordinance Dedicating City Property to the Georgia Department of Transportation.

Waiver Request by Ioan Donuts Holdings, LLC from Section 16-259 to Waive the Requirement to Install Bicycle Lanes at 4362 North Peachtree Road. (Michael Smith, through Steve Foote)

Resolution Amending the Rules and Procedures for City Council Meetings.

Resolution to Revise Membership for the Sustainability Committee.

Resolution to Revise Membership for the Dunwoody Volunteer Coordinating Committee.

FIRST READ: Ordinance Amendment to Chapter 16, Division 4 Stream Buffers.

Impact Fees. (Michael Starling - no documentation from City)

Impact Fee Kick-Off Briefing, (Sandy Springs, Roswell, Alpharetta)

05142012_impact_fees.pdf 

08082011_Impact_Fee_Briefing.pdf

http://dunwoodynorth.blogspot.com/2010/06/city-of-dunwoody-starts-to-explore.html

http://www.scribd.com/doc/32874877/Dunwoody-RFP-Impact-Fees

Kingsley Charter School’s annual spring festival is Saturday March 19th.

Kingsley’s annual spring festival is Saturday March 19th. Over 20 class booths, 5th grade sponsored food court, game truck,  laser tag, obstacle course, hay ride, and much more.  We also are having a auction featuring some great items. We have a Justin Upton baseball and a Charles Barkley basketball and a Julio Jones jersey. We also have a artwork, jewelry, a hot air balloon ride for 2 plus, summer camps, local festival entries many other items. Come out from 10-2 and enjoy a great day with friends and neighbors. 

Location: 2051 Brendon Drive

Dunwoody, Georgia 30338

My Irish roots run deep for Old St. Patrick's Church: A Chicago Renaissance Story

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Today is St. Patrick's Day which is a special day for the Irish and Irish Catholics in particular.  When I think of St. Patrick my thoughts drift back to my Chicago background and my connection to Old St. Patrick's Church, the oldest public building in the City of Chicago and the church that hosted my grandfather's funeral, my wedding and my three boy's baptisms.  If you want to know a part of my history as well as the history of Chicago Irish, it can be found in this video. 

One of the stars of the video is Father John Cusick, the priest who married Kristin and myself, as well as baptized all the boys.  Father John is a rock star of the Catholic Church who transformed Young Adult Ministry throughout the United States and a man I deeply, deeply respect.

http://video.wttw.com/video/2365311889/
 
Happy St. Patrick's Day!

This is what happens when we drive the speed limit on a two lane residential street in Dunwoody.

Watch the video of a driver on North Peachtree Road.

This isn't the first time this has happened and the city is already exploring safety options, they just can't get here fast enough for some residents.

North Peachtree Road is max 25 mph - Slow Down

Today the Chesnut Elementary Community will be honoring Erin Miranda - 3 pm

Erin was a dedicated parent and volunteer at Chesnut that the community and her family lost way to soon. Today the community will be remembering Erin with a short ceremony as they "cut the ribbon" on a new bench and Dogwood tree in her honor.

For those who are able to attend, please gather on March 17th, 2016 at 3:10 near the trees in front of Chesnut (4576 N. Peachtree Rd., Dunwoody, GA 30338). The dedication will begin at 3:15 and last approximately 15 minutes. It will be light and informal, and refreshments will be served. Children are not only invited to attend, but they are encouraged to attend.