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DCFW Board Nominations
February 11, 2012
In an effort to find talent and increase neighborhood involvement, the DCFW Board has decided to solicit nominations for every board position this year. During this open nomination, we encourage all neighbors to nominate someone that they think would be ideal for each of the positions. Know someone with a hidden talent? Here’s a chance to get them into the right position to shine.
Nominate as many people for an many positions as you would like, using the form that you received in the mail. If you did not receive a form or have misplaced it, you can download a copy here. Descriptions of the positions are available here. The current board members are listed on the Board Page.
Nomination forms are due March 31st and can be turned in along with dues payments or dropped off for Julia LeDoyen (DCFW Board Secretary) at 5438 Ralston Court.
Some frequently asked questions are answered below.
Q: Will the nominee be forced to serve in the position that I nominate them for?
A: No, each nominee will be contacted to ensure that they are actually interested in the position.
Q: Can I nominate myself?
A: Absolutely! That is a great way to ensure that the nominee is actually interested in the position.
Q. Can I nominate multiple people for the same position?
A: Yes, especially if you aren’t sure if they will accept the nomination.
Q: What happens if multiple people are nominated and are interested?
A: That will largely be up to the people nominated. For some positions (e.g. the social committee), there can be co-chairs. For other positions, we may need to have a neighborhood election. Too many volunteers would be a terrific problem to have to solve.
Q: How long does someone need to commit to being in a position?
A: At least a year, unless the nominee themselves finds a suitable replacement.
Q: Is there a list of the current board members available?
A: The website (http://www.DCFW.net) has an updated list of all of the current board members.
Q: Will the nominee know that I am the one that nominated them?
A: No, all nominations are treated as confidential and anonymous.
DCFW Dues, 2012
February 11, 2012
It's time to pay the annual membership dues for 2012.
Last year, membership dues helped pay for the following:
- 68% went to maintenance costs for the neighborhood entrance (this includes repairs needed to the sprinkler system and spotlight)
- 9% went to various social events (primarily the annual newcomers event to welcome our newest neighbors)
- 7% went to the power, water and tax bills associated with the front entrance
- 16% went to general & administrative costs, including the directory and website hosting
Your support is needed again this year to help keep our neighborhood one of the best places to live in Atlanta! With your support in 2012, you will see much needed improvement to the front entrance with our newly hired landscape maintenance crew.
Annual dues are $45 per address. However, if you pay by March 31, you will get the discounted rate of $40. We will again collect $10 for the holiday luminaries at the same time as the dues. We received favorable responses for collecting them early.
Please make check payable to DCFW. If you did not receive a form in your mail or have misplaced your form, you can download a copy here. Return the form with check and nomination form (see above) in the attached envelope and mail or place in Michele & Tom Williams’ mailbox at 5429 Ralston Ct.
Thank you for your participation!
Save the Date for the Progressive Dinner
January 27, 2012
SAVE THE DATE!
This year’s DCFW Progressive Dinner will be held on Saturday, February 25th. We would love everyone to join us for this fabulous annual event. Good food and a good time will be had by all! Spend time with both new and long-time neighbors.
We will meet together at one house for appetizers, break into smaller groups at multiple houses for the main course and then reconvene for dessert at the end of the evening.
We are just forming this year’s committee to select the theme and menu. We would love your input. If you would like to volunteer for this event (either for the committee or as a host home), please contact:
Peggi Stone or Robin Zusmann
peggistone@comcast.net
robinz@mindspring.com
(770) 393-0265 (770) 393-4346
Neighborhood Sympathies for the Deas Family
January 14, 2012
DCFW Neighbors,
Our neighbor Jeff Deas lost his Mother this past Monday. She was in rehab following a successful back surgery when she suddenly felt ill and died soon after. It was quite a shock to Jeff and Chris because she had done so well following the surgery.
They will have a memorial service for Frances on Sunday at 3 PM at the Assisted Living Home where she was living. Campbell Stone is just outside of I-285 on Roswell Road. I know you join me in expressing our sympathies at the loss of his Mother.
Click here for the link to the obituary for Frances Deas.
(Thank you to Jerry Rhea for passing along the information and writing this message.)
DCFW Board Meeting
January 6, 2012
The next meeting of the DCFW neighborhood board is scheduled for next Tuesday (January 10th) at 8pm at the Dang’s home (1517 Summerset Drive). All residents are invited to attend.
Items on the agenda include:
• Increasing neighbor involvement
• A financial report
• An update on neighborhood activities
• Neighborhood watch information
• Updates on the website and newsletter status
RSVPs are not required, but would be appreciated so that the Dangs can prepare.
Condolences to the Elmore Family
October 20, 2011
Our neighbor, David Elmore of Biddle Court, passed away early Wednesday morning. He had been hospitalized for about a month before his death.
The family will have a visitation on Friday (tomorrow) from 3 PM till 6 PM at Patterson's Funeral Home on Allen Drive in Sandy Springs. The site is just in back of Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, just off Roswell Road; and just north of 285.
David’s obituary is in the AJC this morning and copied below. You can visit and sign the on-line guest book at ajc.com.
Emailer updates
August 17, 2011
As you may have noticed, we have had some troubles with the neighborhood email lists. Earthlink “upgraded” our account and lost all of the mail lists, so they have been re-created from scratch from the directory. If you are receiving messages on an email account that you want removed from distribution, please respond to Scott Wilkinson at scottw@dcfw.net to have your email address removed.
The Neighborhood Watch lists have also had to be re-created. Please contact your neighborhood watch area coordinator or Elizabeth Dang (eparra33@hotmail.com) if you have not been receiving recent updates on incidents in and around our neighborhood.
In the upgrade, Earthlink added a protective filter to the mail lists so that only someone on a list can mail to the list. This is a protection against spam, as someone who finds our mailing list master addresses cannot use them to send messages to the neighborhood. It also means that, at least for now, our webmaster (Scott) is the only one who can send a message to everyone in the neighborhood. You’ll have to read the message to find out who it is really from.
The “upgrade” has also meant that the website has languished for a month or so (with the exception of the Neighborhood Watch Latest News Page, which updates dynamically). Check the website soon for multiple updates, including calendar updates and photos from recent neighborhood events.
Chick-fil-A Spirit Night
August 17, 2011
From Jennifer Knight:
Spirit Night for Dunwoody High School Boys’ Lacrosse Team
Thursday, August 18th
5:00 ~ 8:00
Come hungry and invite your friends because 20% of all YOUR
sales go to the DHS boys’ Lacrosse Team ~ even the drive thru!
Just announce when you place your order that you are there to support the TEAMS!
Help us kick the Inaugural Season off with a great push, we have
many start up expenses and every penny helps!
Curb Painting
August 17, 2011
From Sally Abele:
Hello Mrs. Abele,
I appreciate you offering to help me spread the word about my new business and the service I'm providing to the community. As you know I'm doing this because my next door neighbor died in her house fire last year. The firemen said that her house was poorly marked and that is the reason that they could not find the house very easily. I hear this and then I notice that the rest of Dunwoody is full of poorly marked homes. I hope that my business will help solve this problem in the community and help the policemen and firemen save lives. As you know, I charge $20 per sign and $30 for two. Your neighbors can contact me by emailing me at tjbrooks3@yahoo.com or they can call me at 404-409-8310. Again I really appreciate your help and support with my business.
Thank you very much.
Trey Brooks
TB3 Curbing
Cuffed for a Cause
July 11, 2011
From the Dunwoody Police Department:
Chief Billy Grogan and several officers from the Dunwoody Police Department will be participating in “Cuffed for a Cause” at Wal-Mart located at 4725 Ashford Dunwoody Rd this Saturday (July 9th) from 9:00 AM-1:00PM. In support of Special Olympics Georgia, the officers will walk or run while handcuffed to a treadmill at the entrance of the store. This event will raise money for the athletes that will be competing this year.
The Dunwoody Police will also have special equipment on display. This would be a great opportunity for the citizens of Dunwoody to interact with members of the department and also have their photograph or children’s photograph taken with a Dunwoody Police Officer.
Special Olympics Georgia (SOGA)
SOGA provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for nearly 23,000 children and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in the sharing of gifts, skills, and friendships with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community. For more information visit www.SpecialOlympicsGA.org.
Please stop by and say hello.
Tax News
July 11, 2011
From Gail Jones:
It is summer and everyone is busy but hopefully you have not overlooked the news about the coming increase in your property taxes. Dunwoody Crier, June 29......
DeKalb County has tentatively adopted a tax increase of 4.5 mills. Residence of Dunwoody will receive the highest increase among the cities in DeKalb, 15.55 % Elaine Boyer says "homeowners who have not received a decrease in their assessments will pay 45% more".
There will be a public hearing on July 12 at 10am at the Maloof Auditorium in Decatur. The commission is scheduled to vote on the budget on July 12th.
You have until July 11 to appeal your assessment in writing or on line. Our voices must be heard!!! Please attend the meeting and consider appealing.
It is easy and quick to dispute your property appraisal before the tax bills come out. There have been over 7,000 foreclosures in Dekalb County since January 1, 2011, which affects all of us. John Adams, the noted real estate adviser (920 radio) says that houses in Dekalb should be reduced in value by 20% to 25% for this year. That will help us all considering the property tax increase that the Dekalb CEO is seeking.
Dispute your appraisal value at this address: http://web.co.dekalb.ga.us/PropertyAppraisal/appeal.html
DCFW Guy’s Poker Night
July 11, 2011
The semi-occasional, whenever we get around to it DCFW Guy’s Poker night is tonight at 8pm at the Wilkinsons (5435 Ralston Court). If you didn’t get an invitation and would like one, please contact Scott Wilkinson at scottw@wilkinsons.com.
Welcome DCFW's Newest Neighbor
July 11, 2011
Hi Neighbors!
Great News! Our new neighbors, Meghan and David Harrison (5397 Mt. Vernon Way), had a baby boy, David Harrison Jr. He was born on Friday, June 24th at 3:33pm, 8lb, 11oz, 21 inches. Meghan and David also have another boy, Timothy (15 months).
Please welcome our newest addition by going to http://www.dcfw.net/board/helping_hands.html and sign up to take the Harrisons a meal. Those of us who have had meals brought to us before, know what a HUGE help it is and how nice it is to have a meal brought to you and not to have to think about planning and making dinner while caring for a newborn and a toddler!
The Harrisons do not have any allergies and usually eat between 6 and 7. Please call Meghan's cell at 404-803-7423 or shoot her an email at meghan.c.harrison@gmail.com to let her know when you will be coming. Again, their address is 5397 Mt. Vernon Way.
Thanks again for making DCFW such a wonderful neighborhood!
Jean Brummer
Welcome DCFW's Newest Neighbor
May 26, 2011
Welcome Ansley Brohm, born last week to Matt and Meredith Brohm of 1814 Withmere Way!
Meredith is on bedrest for the next several weeks, so the Helping Hands Committee has set up a calendar for the Brohms at http://dcfw.net/board/helping_hands.html. Please sign up to help deliver meals for the family as you can.
If you have any questions about how to use the calendar, please contact Scott Wilkinson at scottw@dcfw.net.
Vanderlyn Kindergarten Roundup
February 28, 2011
Dear Rising Kindergarten Parents,
Vanderlyn will be hosting its Kindergarten Round-up on Thursday, April 14, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. During the morning session you can bring your rising Kindergartener to visit one of our Kindergarten classrooms. This is a great opportunity for your child to see what happens in the classroom.
It is very important for you to come to the Kindergarten Round-up. This opportunity to register early gives our Administrators an idea of how many students will be attending Vanderlyn in the fall. This is extremely helpful for planning purposes. In addition, your child will get to visit during the morning session which will make the transition to Kindergarten smoother.
Please bring your child's birth certificate, proof of residency (utility bill, lease or deed) and a photo identification. We look forward to seeing you!
Boy Scout Troop 764 Annual Pine Straw Fundraiser!
February 15, 2011
Do you need fresh, clean pine straw for your landscape? Let Boy Scout Troop 764 deliver it to your door!
Boy Scout Troop 764 is currently accepting orders for pine straw as part of an annual fundraiser. The pine straw bales are full-sized, clean, machine packed and only cost $4 per bale. There is 15 bale minimum per order and the straw is DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR. That's the same price as Home Depot or Lowes and you don't have to clean pine straw out of your trunk for 2 years! The fundraiser helps Troop 764 maintain the Scout hut at St. Luke's Presbyterian Church, and helps fund scouting activities throughout the year. Last year, a portion of the proceeds from the pine straw fundraiser were donated to the City of Dunwoody, providing a life-saving AED for one of our city's patrol cars (click here for details).
Orders can be placed by completing the attached order form OR by contacting Graham Owings via e-mail grahamowings@yahoo.com. Please support Troop 764 and our community by ordering your pine straw TODAY!
DCFW Board Meeting
January 23, 2011
This Tuesday, January 25th, at 7:30pm, your DCFW Board will be meeting to discuss various activities and plans for 2011. All neighbors are welcomed to drop by to listen and participate. We would love your ideas and thoughts.
Please confirm for a rough headcount with Scott Wilkinson (scottw@wilkinsons.com), our webmaster, who is hosting our Board Meeting this time.
Finally, we are always looking for neighbors who have the enthusiasm and energy to give our neighborhood a little boost with some volunteerism in a few of our activities. Even if you can’t attend, please let us know if and how you would like to get involved.
Vanderlyn Coffee for Redistricting Discussion
January 23, 2011
For those in the neighborhood who are interested in the school redistricting issues, Vanderlyn is hosting coffee on Tuesday morning. Redistricting affects everyone, even those without children in the public schools, through our property values. This is a chance to ask questions and learn about options.
UPDATE: NEW TIME AND PLACE
Due to overwhelming response, the morning coffee has been moved to
Dunwoody Baptist Church, Building G and another meeting has been
scheduled for Tuesday evening from 6:30pm to 8:00pm at Vanderlyn.
"The purpose of this meeting: To work together as a Community. To present and discuss ideas. Nothing at this point is set in stone. There is no "plan". Every option available needs to be reviewed and discussed. This includes options that have not been presented to the community that you may have. To provide a constructive conversation among all of us. We are after all, neighbors and friends."
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Dekalb County Schools' redistricting plans
January 8, 2011
For those with children in the public elementary schools, you may already know that Dekalb County has published their redistricting plans. In one of the plans, our neighborhood will be moved to Austin Elementary, and in the other we stay at Vanderlyn. In both options, Dunwoody Elementary turns into a K-5 traditional elementary school.
For more information, please see http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/redistricting.
The two maps are at (centralized) http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/www/documents/redistricting/attendance-areas-centralized-elementary-schools-map.pdf and (decentralized) http://www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/www/documents/redistricting/attendance-areas-decentralized-elementary-schools-map.pdf.
Neighbor Jeffrey Rosenberg of 1548 Biddle Ct. has organized a petition arguing against redistricting for anyone interested. He needs signatures by Monday evening. If you have not received his email, please contact him at jrosenberg@goodmancompany.com for more information.
Dunwoody Nature Center Goals Survey
August 5, 2010
The Dunwoody Nature Center is in the process of developing long range goals for the Center to meet the needs of our community.
Please take a few minutes before August 10th to provide us valuable information on your knowledge and experience with Dunwoody Nature Center located in Dunwoody Park. This information will help the center plan for the future in serving the local community with nature/environmental education.
Please take the survey even if you have not visited DNC - you can get through the survey quickly. Also, we encourage you to forward the survey to your Dunwoody friends and neighbors. They are trying to gather as much input as possible.
Survey Link: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=KI7uSH4Pj45tX8kxW5Q3JA%3d%3d
Volunteers and Board Members Needed for 2010/2011
July 20, 2010
Volunteer positions in DCFW tend to generally follow the school year. And, with another start of a school year approaching, there are some vital positions opening on the DCFW Board.
Welcoming Committee Chair: Tracey Jennings has done a fabulous job at making positive first impressions with our new neighbors and is ready to hand off a well-oiled machine to a new Welcoming Committee Chair. (The name has been changed from the "Sunshine Committee" to reduce confusion.) This neighborhood position does not require a lot of work every month, but is one of the more important and visible positions for new neighbors. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Tracey at jenningsfam@att.net.
Neighborhood Watch Coordinator: For those who have not heard, Santa Ono has accepted an offer too good to refuse from the University of Cincinnati and the Yip/Ono family will be leaving us at the end of the summer. Wendy has done an incredible job coordinating our neighborhood watch, and her shoes will be very hard to fill. The position of Neighborhood Watch Coordinator involves mostly email filtering and forwarding and ensuring that the area coordinators have all of the information that they need. Wendy has also established a rapport with the Dunwoody Police Department that will be hugely beneficial to our neighborhood in the future. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Wendy Yip at gwendolynyip@netscape.net.
Social Committee Chair: Anyone who has attended any of the neighborhood social events, from block parties to newcomer dinners to egg hunts for the kids, knows what a great job Michelle Spitz has done as our Social Committee Chair. Due to growing responsibilities from her new business (congratulations), Michelle will be handing off chairmanship of this committee to someone new. The social committee is the most active neighborhood committee, with different volunteers generally heading the individual events. The Social Committee Chair is responsible for coordinating those volunteers and representing the committee on the neighborhood board. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Michelle Spitz at mspitz@bellsouth.net.
Helping Hands Committee Chair: When events occur that can be overwhelming - from the birth of a child to the death of a family member - your neighborhood steps up to lend a hand. As the chair of the Helping Hands Committee, Jean Brummer has been leading this effort and coordinating volunteers. She is ready to hand off her well-oiled machine to a new committee chair. This position is not always visible until you need it, and then it can become the most important function of our community. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Jean Brummer at gbrummer@bellsouth.net.
Our New DCFW Treasurer
July 20, 2010
After several years of stellar service, Kenneth Abele is handing over the DCFW Treasurer's checkbook to Michele Williams. Under Kenneth's guidance, the neighborhood has remained in the black without any change in neighborhood dues. At least that's what he claims. We haven't performed the post-transfer audit yet.
Thanks to Michele for taking over. Dues checks can still be delivered to Kenneth's mailbox until we get all of the paperwork transferred over.
DCFW's Newest Neighbors
July 20, 2010
Welcome DCFW's newest neighbors, the Ericksons at 1790 Withmere Way and the Malenkes at 1923 Withmere Way.
The Ericksons moved to Dunwoody from Milwaukee, but have been in temporary housing for 9 months so they aren't new to Dunwoody, just new to us!
Eric and Julie Erickson
Ian, 7, Grant, 5 and Cole 3
1790 Withmere Way
770-399-7764
The Malenkes moved to Dunwoody from Sandy Springs to accommodate their growing family, as they are expecting their first child in November! Lindsay works for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and Mike works for West Law. They attend Buckhead Church.
Mike and Lindsay Malenke
1923 Withmere Way
404-468-5380 (Mike), 404-550-4849 (Lindsay)
lsanders09@hotmail.com (Lindsay), mike.malenke@gmail.com (Mike)
If you know of any other new neighbors that have not yet been introduced, please drop a note to webmaster@dcfw.net.
FUNWOODY 10K on July 4th
June 18, 2010
Why fight the crowds and Marta at 5 am for the Peachtree Road Race when you can run a 10K with friends and neighbors right in Dunwoody?!
It's the no frill, just chill way to go! Co-ed race! Show up, run, celebrate. EASY
& FREE!
Date: Sunday, July 4, 2010
Time:
7:30am - 9:30am
Location:
DUNWOODY, GA (race starts at Arby's on Jett Ferry)
Plus all finishers get a $20 discount on their next BOOTy camp for themselves or a fit chick in their life!
Help make the largest 4th of July parade in GA a little better.
June 14, 2010
Enter Liberty Mutual's "Bring Back the 4th™" contest by June 14th to help Dunwoody win one of ten $10,000 grants to fund our parade.
Simply visit www.BringBackThe4th.com and take a brief multiple choice quiz on "Responsible Moments in U.S. History." Each completed quiz counts as one credit toward our town's total score. Towns with the highest quiz participation will be eligible for one of ten Bring Back the 4th $10,000 grants.
So be a hero! Forward this email to your family and friends to help Dunwoody fund its 4th of July celebration!
* Please visit www.BringBackThe4th.com for full contest rules. Only one quiz per person. Liberty Mutual will offer ten grants total, distributed using three population-based categories: small (four grants), medium (three grants), and large (three grants). Ten winning towns will be announced at close of the contest period, during the week of June 14th. Grant money may be used only for Fourth of July events.
Penny Forman & Pam Tallmadge
Co-Chairs of the Dunwoody 4th of July Parade
Congratulations DCFW's Class of 2010
June 14, 2010
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| Sarah Schlichting, daughter of Randy and Dorothy Schlichting, graduated from Chamblee Charter High School (Magnet Program) and will be attending Texas Christian University in the Fall. | Mary Cunningham, daughter of Nancy and John Cunningham, earned her Bachelor's degree from Furman University in May. She will attend Wake Forest University Graduate School of Business in the fall. |
Special Olympics Car Show
June 9, 2010
Jim Ellis Porsche and the Dunwoody Police Explorers are hosting the 1st Annual Special Olympics Car show on August 14th, 2010 at First Baptist Church Atlanta 4400 N. Peachtree Rd. Dunwoody, Ga. 30338.
Admission is free for spectators. There will be food, fun, great cars and some former pro-athletes there to meet and sign autographs. The soap box cars will also be on display.
Raffle tickets are now on sale for the event. Prizes include a 52” Sharp Aquos LED T.V. donated by Best Buy (see picture below), $250 Target gift card, free car washes, car details, dinners for 2 at J. Alexander and Wildfire Restaurants, free oil changes and tire rotations, and many more.
All of the money raised will go to Special Olympics Georgia. Raffle Tickets are $2 and you do not have to be present to win.
To purchase tickets contact Liz Stell (678) 382-6906, Sgt. Mike Carlson (678) 382-6907 or myself (678) 382-6913. We can accept cash, check or credit card (make checks payable to: Special Olympics Georgia).
Found Dog
May 31, 2010
A small male beagle was found on our front steps about 11:45pm Saturday night. No collar. No noticeable ID. The dog is currently being fostered by our neighbor the Knowles (1588 Withmere Way). We and the Knowles are still seeking the owner of this pet. Friendly and well feed. I have driven all the adjacent sub-divisions looking for any "Lost Dog" sign postings. Nothing, nada. Any help locating this pet's family is appreciated.
Gary & Harriet Barnett
1596 Withmere Way
Update: The owners have been found! Thanks!
Vanderlyn Elementary School Kindergarten Round-Up
April 2, 2010
What: Kindergarten pre-registration (2010-2011 school year).
When: Thursday, April 22, 2010
8:15 – 10:15 a.m. – Classroom visit for children only.
3:00 – 6:00 p.m. – No children’s visit to the classroom.
Who: Parents and children in the Vanderlyn school district.
Children must be age 5 or older as of September 1, 2010.
About: Vanderlyn is a nationally recognized, exceptional school with warm, loving teachers and an
exciting curriculum.
Bring your child! Vanderlyn will offer children supervised visits to the school’s Kindergarten classes while parents complete pre-registration. (8:15 – 10:15 a.m. session only
Please bring the following documents (originals and copies) with you:
- Parent’s photo ID
- Proof of residency (i.e. utility bill (power, water or gas), deed or notarized lease)
- Child’s certified birth certificate
- Child’s Social Security card
- Immunization Form 3231 with 2nd Varicella
- Vision-Hearing-Dental Form 3300
Support Your Neighborhood School!
Charity Neighborhood Yard Sale
March 20, 2010
- Have you ever thrown away something that was still usable but you just didn't want it in your garage any longer?
- Did you ever drive by something on garbage day, thinking you would have wanted to stop the car to check it out, but didn't?
- Have your kids seen a perfectly good skate-board ramp they wanted to take home, but you hesitated because your not sure of the quality?
- Do you still have left over garage sale items you want to get rid of?
To help the victims from the earthquake in Chile we are organizing a yard (cul-de-sac) sale.
Get rid of your items and donate the money to the where it is
needed most.
Pricing your items is optional. At the site we will have clear
instructions that customers need to pay (and donate) a price they
think is suitable for the item they are taking.
Donations will be kept in a big visible treasure chest in honor of Chile earthquake help.
If you want to sell a bigger item (like a bike) you give it a minimum price. At the end of the sale you can collect that money.
Date: Saturday April 24, 2010
- between 8.00 - 9.30 people can donate stuff
- between 9.30 - 5.00 shopping time (including lemonade, coffee, cookies)
- between 5.00 - 6.00, donator can return to pick-up their own stuff if they don't want to give it to Thrift / charity
- After 6 PM Thrift store will pick up non sold goods.
Location: first cul-de-sac (called Withmere Close) on left hand side when entering neighboorhood DCFW coming up Mt. Vernon Way. Navigation address would be: 5404 Mt Vernon Way.
Feel free to forward this message for donating items and for shopping to the neighborhoods in the area.
Questions about place & organization? Please contact:
nicolien.eckelboom@gmail.com
Questions about where the money is being sent to to: dewittcastillo@gmail.com
A message from the de Witt family, our Chilean DCFW neighbors
March 9, 2010
Good morning
The earthquake and Tsunami that occurred in Chile has caused a huge impact in many people and in the country and there already more than 2 million homeless that need desperately all possible help.
As days go by we are getting to know how vast and deep the destruction was. The highways are destroyed, there are important bridges in the floor, Talcahuano (the most important port of the country) is now a vast amount of debris, there even are ships in the streets in the middle of the city. People are working day and night trying to start the country again, but they need help.
We are trying to help as much as possible and I would like to ask if it is possible to pass along to the community the attached letter. This is a joint effort of the Chilean consulate in Atlanta, Prochile and the Chilean Chamber of Commerce of the South ( www.caccsouth.com ) to raise funds for the earthquake relief. The funds are going directly to serious organizations that have the capacity to get where the help is really needed.
We appreciate your support
Thank you very much
de Witt Family
Dunwoody Art Festival Volunteers Needed
February 9, 2010
Hi neighbors,
The inaugural Dunwoody Art Festival will take place Mother’s Day weekend this year, which is May 8-9, 2010. This promises to be a great event for the entire family – and one that will shine a spotlight on Dunwoody. The event can’t happen without the support of volunteers, so the Festival organizers are looking for community residents who’d like to donate a few hours of their time over the course of the weekend.
Would you please forward the attached flyer to your neighborhood list so we can spread the word?
Thank you,
Mary Eitel
Shenandoah Estates
Upcoming City of Dunwoody Meetings
January 19, 2010
January 21st: Community Meeting - Winters Chapel Area Discussion
The City of Dunwoody is hosting a community
meeting to discuss the Winters Chapel Area. This meeting is part of
the development of Comprehensive Land Use Plan for Dunwoody, which
will shape the future of the City for the next 20 years and how it
develops.
(Note that the construction and expansion of
the college is expected to be a big part of this meeting.)
- Thursday, January 21st at 7:00p.m
- Location: Congregation Beth Shalom
- 5303 Winters Chapel Road
January 25th: Dunwoody City Council Meeting
Date: Monday, January 25, 2010
Time: 7:00 p.m
Location: Dunwoody City Hall
41 Perimeter Center East
January 28th: State of the City Address
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m
1420 Room
1420 Dunwoody Village Parkway
Atlanta, Georgia 30338
www.adivineevent.com
For more information and City of Dunwoody information, see the calendar of events at http://www.dunwoodyga.gov.
Vanderlyn Elementary Kindergarten Information Meeting
January 7, 2010
Calling all prospective Kindergarten parents! Vanderlyn's Kindergarten Information Meeting for parents of students who will be in Kindergarten for the 2010-2011 school year will be held on Thursday, January 21. Please join us in the cafeteria from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
This meeting is intended for the parents only; we will have a Kindergarten Round Up in April that will include your rising Kindergarten student. If you have new neighbors or neighbors whose children are not yet at Vanderlyn, please spread the word and invite them to attend.
We look forward to seeing you!
Dunwoody UMC Holiday Festival
November 12, 2009
Dunwoody
United Methodist Church (at the corner of Mount Vernon and
Chamblee-Dunwoody Roads in downtown Dunwoody) is holding their annual
Holiday Festival this Saturday (Nov. 14th) from 9am to 4pm.
All are invited. Proceeds go to help build a Habitat for Humanity house here in Atlanta.
Attractions include 122 artisans with their wares for sale, a huge silent auction, the always popular gourmet shop, a book nook with great bargains on donated books, Attic Treasures, Casseroles to Go, Photos with Santa, Children's Crafts, Pony Rides, moonwalks for the kids, and much, much more!
The day starts with a pancake breakfast from 8-10am and lunch (Chick-fil-A) and concessions are available.
Dunwoody High School Announcements
November 9, 2009
The Citrus Fruit Sale is back!
The DHS Marching Band is selling citrus fruit now through November 18th. Please go to www.fruitorder.com ID# 698888 to order your fruit online or contact any band member or Teresa Browning tdbrowning@comcast.net for help with your order. Thanks in advance for your support of the DHS Marching Wildcats.
Dunwoody Wildcat Football Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, November 7, 2009
8:00 A.M. - 11:30 A.M.
Dunwoody High School Cafeteria
All You can Eat Pancakes for $6.00
Coffee, Juice, Milk and Bacon will be served, Kids under 5 eat FREE
All Proceeds will be used to support the Dunwoody High School
Football Team You can purchase your tickets at the door on November
7, 2009 or purchase your tickets in advance from any DHS Football
Player Questions...contact Paige Hudgins
jhudginsfamily@bellsouth.net
11th Annual Pine Straw Sale
The Wildcat Cross Country team is once again selling pine straw. Dunwoody XC has a long standing tradition (this is our 11th year!) of selling pine straw to raise funds for the booster club. The pine straw is delivered right to your driveway/yard. The cost is only $4.50 per bale with a 10 bale minimum, delivery included. Orders are due by November 20th and deliveries will be made at the end of November into early December - after the leaves have fallen. Please go to the DHS Cross Country website to print an order form: http://dunwoodycrosscountry.tripod.com/id30.html. Thank you for supporting our team. Go Wildcats!
Community Meeting Tonight (From the Dunwoody Chamber of Commerce)
October 29, 2009
The following is a flier for the Community meeting this coming Thursday October 29th at City Hall. Community meetings are group discussions of the elements that will go into the Comprehensive Land Use Plan for Dunwoody. The Land Use Plan is a look ahead 25 years and what we want Dunwoody to be. There have been five meetings prior to this one and frankly they have not been well attended. Attendance and input is critical to the validity of the plan. It will have to stand the test of time while reflecting what the citizens want Dunwoody to be.
There will be five more meetings, one each on the key commercial areas, one on Transportation and one on the residential land areas. Then there will be a series of public hearings. It is important that there is participation in the community meetings to allow the plan to be constructed correctly - changing it in the public hearing phase is ok but we need to start with something close to the community's wishes.
The meeting Thursday is on the Perimeter area and will begin with a presentation by the PerimeterCID staff on their current plans both short and long term. Actually that would be worth attendingin itself but then where will be open forum on what the attendees want to see happen. Well worth a two hour investment.
Please do attend.
Bill Grant
Chairman
Post storm check-up for those homes abutting a creek or water
October 29, 2009
If you live along a creek or water, you need to check for debris and soil erosion/land fallen into the creek bed. If land erosion is severe, call the City of Dunwoody Roads Dept. They will inspect and if approved, will order you rock from DeKalb County to backfill.
The rock will be delivered by truck and dumped at the front of your property. (Do not have them dump on your driveway which would crack.) The rock is free; however, the homeowner has to pay for the installation through an independent contractor of their choice. You are allowed to order the rock once, so make sure you have the correct amount. The homeowner will have to pay for additional if not enough rock ordered.
Make sure the contractor knows what he is doing, that he has references and experience stacking the rock. Have him measure for the correct amount of rock with a bit of an overage since the rock needs to be stacked/terraced or it will fall into the creek with high water.
Have multiple copies of your land survey available when getting estimates. Best choice is to build a seawall, which is expensive. Also, clear any construction with the county especially if you build a seawall.
Downed trees and debris will also need to be removed to prevent water backup/flooding. City of Dunwoody might help with this, too.
Secondly, check for tree damage. Many trees have lost footing due to soil erosion. They may have the potential to fall either onto your house or your neighbors. Make sure you have a licensed arborist (and make them prove it) to check your trees health. If you do need to take the tree down, cut at ground level leaving the root structure intact to preserve existing soil supporting your wall.
Welcome Reese Katherine Anderson!
October 9, 2009
Reese Katherine Anderson was born yesterday at 11:03am to Deanna and Jim (and big brother Carter) at Northside Hospital. She weighed 7lbs 5oz and was 20.5” long. Mother and baby are doing very well and look forward to coming home on Saturday.
Please join in congratulations to the Andersons!
Play Date Friday, October 9
October 7, 2009
From Nicolien Eckelboom
Hi Guys,
Looking at my planner I see all 3 kids (6,4,2) have no school this Friday. We are not going anywhere and will be playing outside in the cul-de-sac in front of our house.
Who wants to join us Friday afternoon from 2 PM (to ?) with bikes, scooters, playing in big pile of beach sand (with buckets), balls, roller skates, etc.? Bring any kind of toys and bikes and it'll be great.
I'll provide lemonade and cookies. Later in the afternoon we can dig into other good stuff that grown-ups enjoy more.
Health Care Forum at DUMC on Oct 4
September 28, 2009
On October 4 there will be a Health Care Reform Information Forum at Dunwoody Methodist Church 7-8:30 P.M.
Featured speakers will be US Rep Tom Price and Ron Bachman, president and CEO of Health Care Visions. State Rep. Fran Millar will moderate.
Price is an orthopedic surgeon and has been an outspoken advocate for patient-centered health care reform. He will present analysis of the issues and what he expects to emerge from the House of Representatives.
Bachman is an actuary with extensive experience in healthcare strategy for payers, providers and employers. The major goals of his company are to advance consumer based solutions to lower the number of uninsured, improve mental health coverage, develop the concept of consumer centric Medicare and Medicade, and advance introduction of healthcare consumerism.
He has worked closely as an expert resource to the late Senator Kennedy and Senator Pete Domenici and worked closely with the Bush White House. Mr Bachman will present his analysis of the issue and what he expects to emerge from the Senate.
There will be time for questions from the audience. Please plan to attend and forward this information to anyone you think would be interested in attending. Questions can be e-mailed to Fran Millar at fran_millar@wellsfargois.com or call 404-497-7329.
DCFW Yard of the Season
September 26, 2009
Dunwoody Club Forest West will be initiating an award for," Yard of the Season".
This award will be given four times a year. The recipient will have a lovely sign put in their yard. To receive this official and prestigious sign and a gift card from Pikes, make your yard lovely – with the grass mowed, shrubs cut and manicured, yard clean and beautiful. Flowers planted would be delightful! Be the envy of the neighborhood and maybe other neighborhoods.
Official judging commences on October 3rd.
Support Peachtree Charter Middle School's Music Man!
September 25, 2009
Time to clear out those attics and basements, connect with your inner artist, and bring your wares to the: PCMS DRAMA CLUB HARVEST FESTIVAL!
Craft & Art Vendors: Reserve your table for only $45.00!
Attic Treasures/Kids & Scout Troops: $25 for your table - You
keep 100% of each sale!
Set up the day before - Room kept locked and secure
We Need your BOOKS! Donate gently used books to the box in the
front office
INFLATABLES, DUNKING BOOTH, ARTIST MARKET, BOOK NOOK, FOOD & MORE!
When: Saturday, October 3rd from 9AM - 4PM
Where: Peachtree Charter Middle School
Contact: Kelly Upshaw at
kellyau@bellsouth.net
For Vendors: Susan Fraser at
sfraser0416@comcast.net Please include your name, phone,
and email.
ALL PROCEEDS HELP FUND THE SPRING PRODUCTION OF "MUSIC MAN"!
Welcome to the Andersons
August 15, 2009
Please welcome the Andersons, who recently moved into 1732 Withmere Way from the Decatur area near Emory University.
Jim works for CNN in marketing and Deanna runs her own boutique PR agency, 705 Communications. They have a son, Carter, who is 2 and a half and are expecting a little girl in early October.
Anderson, Jim and Deanna
Carter
1732 Withmere Way
jim.anderson@turner.com,
danderson705@comcast.net
770-396-7291 (Home)
Welcome to the Rocas
August 15, 2009
Please welcome the Rocas, who recently moved into 1552 Summerset Drive.
Hank and Katherine have two sons - Nicolas who is in the 4th grade and Daniel Villamil who is in kindergarten.
Roca, Hank and Katherine Gama
Nicolas, Daniel Villamil
1552 Summerset Drive
hank@usa.com
678-313-2705 (Hank)
770-355-6380 (Katherine)
Random Acts of Neighborhood Kindness
August 1, 2009
Caroline, Campbell and I went for a walk when it was cloudy yesterday and got caught in a torrential downpour. I pulled our stroller under a tree to help lessen the rain pour until it subsided, and during that time period one neighbor lent (offered to give) me his golf umbrella and another neighbor offered us a ride home. Well the rain finally let up and we walked home using the umbrella a neighbor had lent us.
It is so nice to live in a neighborhood where people help one another.
- Charlotte Wiseman
Community Garden Spaces Going Fast
July 27, 2009
A community garden is being developed in Brook Run Park. The cost is $50 per year for a plot - you supply the raised bed, soil, plants, etc. Everything organic.
There are only 40 plots total, and about a third are gone already. Email Rebecca at dunwoodygarden@gmail.com if you want one.
City of Dunwoody Open House Event
July 27, 2009
The City of Dunwoody and the Dunwoody Police Department have scheduled the first annual open house event for the city. The residents of Dunwoody are cordially invited to tour the administrative offices, the police department, as well as the municipal court and city council chambers. City staff will be on hand to meet and greet all that attend. Light refreshments will be served and attendees are encouraged to stay for the City Council meeting which will commence at 7:00pm.
Monday, August 17, 2009, 4:00pm-7:00pm
Dunwoody City Hall (41 Perimeter Center East, Dunwoody, GA 30346)
For more information please visit the city website at www.dunwoodyga.gov or call the main office at 678-382-6700.
Photo opportunities will be available throughout the event.
Dues reminder - online payment system operational
July 21, 2009
A reminder to anyone who has not yet paid their annual DCFW dues. Membership dues help pay for maintenance costs associated with the neighborhood entrance, the production and printing of the DCFW directory and newsletter, the maintenance of the DCFW website, and various neighborhood activities that make DCFW one of the best neighborhoods in Atlanta.
Annual dues are $45 per address, but the a $5 discount ($40 total) has been extended to August 31st due to the on-line payment system problems. Anyone paying before August 31st will only be charged $40. After August 31st, the full cost ($45) will be charged.
Dues may be paid via credit card on-line by clicking on this link and following the instructions. Despite the prompts in the system, there is no need to create an account to pay on-line. However, creating an account should make it easier to use the system in the future.
Dues may also be paid by check using the flier from your mailbox (click here to download and print a pdf version). Make checks payable to DCFW.
Thank you very much for your participation and contribution to the neighborhood.
A Message About the Dunwoody Post Office
July 5, 2009
Citizens of Dunwoody,
If you don't want the Dunwoody Village Post Office to be closed, please read the following from Councilman Denny Shortal and take action now!
Fellow Citizens of Dunwoody ... Below is the name and address plus email address of the gentleman who you should address your letter/email to concerning your opposition to consolidating/closing of the Dunwoody Village Post Office (DVPO). I would urge each of you to follow through on contacting him. In your message have a couple of logical reasons why it is important that the DVPO remains open. We have a 30 day comment period, starting from the day we had the DVPO Public Hearing - June 22, to get in your comments. Thus, I recommend you plan to get your comments in ASAP but no later than July 20. Please pass this to the widest dissemination of your friends and family. Lets give this our best effort as a community.
Thanks for your continued support of our City!
Denny Shortal, Dunwoody City Council
David L. Ashley | FSO, Asset Management
678-442-6022 Office | 678-442-6078 Fax | 678-591-4828 Cell
david.l.ashley@usps.gov
United States Postal Service
Southeast Facilities Service Office
1735 N Brown Rd Ste 200
Lawrenceville GA 30043-8153
Welcome to DCFW's Newest Resident
June 20, 2009
Congratulations to Laurens and Nicolien Eckelboom on the birth of a son, Tristan Bob Marijn, born May 22nd.
Nicolien (mom), Laurens (dad), Olivier (big brother), Cedric (big brother), and Aurelia (big sister) are now all home and doing well.
Pictures and information (in English and Dutch) are online at the Eckelboom's blog.
Volunteers and Donations Needed
April 27, 2009
From neighbor Suzanne Baisier [suzyloops@earthlink.net] comes these lists of World Relief volunteer and donations needs in Atlanta.
Please consider helping if you are able.
Financial Planning for Beyond High School
April 23, 2009
Vanderlyn Parents are invited to attend a discussion on
Financial Planning for Beyond the High School Years
with Mr. Joshua Weber
Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor
Morgan Stanley
To be held on Monday, April 27, 2009 at 6:00-7:00pm in the Vanderlyn Elementary Media Center.
Even though our elementary school children are not immediately addressing plans for their schooling beyond high school, it makes sense to at least consider and maybe even act on investment options that are available. This can be particularly true in light of the recent economic developments.
Mr. Weber will present and compare investment options that can be available for the parents that want to consider investment options for advanced education.
If you plan to attend, please RSVP to the Vanderlyn Parent Education Committee Chairperson, Dave Fuss, at d_fuss@yahoo.com.
Comcast Cares Day at the Dunwoody Nature Center
April 21, 2009
On April 25th – this Saturday- you can help Dunwoody Nature Center.
As part of Comcast Cares Day, you can volunteer for a number of projects at the Dunwoody Nature Center. The day starts at 8:30am and runs until 1pm.
You’ll get a t-shirt, but more importantly, the DNC will get some terrific “to-do” projects completed. We’ll be building some organic gardens, completing some erosion-control work, and weather-stripping the buildings to improve energy efficiency.
Not only will you be doing some great things for our community, but you’ll meet Brian Roberts, CEO of Comcast – who is coming to Atlanta and will be at the Dunwoody Nature Center to see how we support our community.
Sign up to participate – for every volunteer, Comcast will make a special donation to the Dunwoody Nature Center.
From the Dunwoody Crier:
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Comcast to help in Nature Center cleanup day
The “cable guys” are coming! On Saturday, April 25, at Dunwoody Nature Center, more than 200 of Comcast employees, friends and families will volunteer from 8:30 a.m. till 1 p.m. building gardens, removing invasive plants, and helping with general upkeep. Comcast Cares Day will be directly followed by a Comcast and Mother Nature Network Earth Day Celebration from 1-4 p.m. This celebration is free and open to the public, for fun, music, and tips and information on going “green.” Families will boogie to live music and enjoy celebrities from the Mother Nature Network:
Teen volunteers from iT|Gets Better will paint faces, and Dunwoody Nature Center will provide engaging craft activities for little and middle-sized kids. iT|Gets Better will also demonstrate ways information technology can help preserve the planet. |
Information provided by DCFW neighbor Kate Lee (katelee@earthlink.net), who adds, "It is a HUGE opportunity to help the Dunwoody Nature Center – Comcast will be making a donation to the Center based on the number of volunteers who sign up & attend the event."
Activities Committee Meeting
April 4, 2009
Please mark your calendars for the next DCFW Activities Committee Meeting on Thursday, May 7th at 8pm at the Spitz home (1774 Withmere Way).
We have many exciting events to discuss, including our newest additions to the social roster: The Yard of the Season and the DCFW 4th of July Float & Send-off Breakfast.
Please plan to come by for wine, munchies and to share your ideas. Invite your new neighbors to join us and remind the seasoned veterans that there are still many ways to stay involved in our community.
RSVP to Michelle Spitz at mspitz@bellsouth.net.
DCFW Women's Book Club May Meeting
April 4, 2009
Join the DCFW Women’s Book Club! Our last two picks were Three Cups of Tea by Greg Mortenson & David Oliver Relin and Same Kind of Different as Me by Ron Hall & Denver Moore.
Our current book is The Year of Pleasures by Elizabeth Berg. Pick up a copy and join us at our next meeting, Monday, May 4, at 7:30pm at the Wilkinson’s, 5435 Ralston Court.
To RSVP or if you have any questions, please contact Tina Wilkinson (tinaw@wilkinsons.com).
DCFW Dues
April 2, 2009
It is time to pay the DCFW annual membership dues for 2009. Membership dues help pay for maintenance costs associated with the neighborhood entrance, the production and printing of the DCFW directory and newsletter, the maintenance of the DCFW website, and various neighborhood activities that make DCFW one of the best neighborhoods in Atlanta.
Annual dues are $45 per address, payable by April 30th, 2009. There is a $5 discount for anyone paying by April 15th.
Dues may be paid via credit card on-line by clicking on this link and following the instructions. Despite the prompts in the system, there is no need to create an account to pay on-line. However, creating an account should make it easier to use the system in the future.
Dues may also be paid by check using the flier from your mailbox (click here to download and print a pdf version). Make checks payable to DCFW.
Thank you very much for your participation and contribution to the neighborhood.
DCFW Facebook Group
April 2, 2009
No neighborhood is complete without a Facebook group. Therefore, the Dunwoody Club Forest West Facebook group has been established.
If you are on Facebook, please join us.
DCFW to Annex Neighboring Subdivisions
April 1, 2009
At the most recent meeting of the DCFW Board, the board approved a proposal by President Marcos Arias that DCFW invade and annex neighboring subdivisions. "We'll start with Winterhall and move on to Dunwoody Club Forest," said President Arias. "Eventually, we plan to take over the country club and establish the DCFW Golf Course and Resort."
In preparation for the upcoming invasions, a draft board will be established and preparations made for training of a standing army. Proposals to rename the position of President to "El Presidente for Life" were tabled and will be taken up at the next board meeting.
New Neighbors
March 28, 2009
Please welcome our newest neighbors, the Eckelbooms, who have recently moved here from Holland!
Nicolien and Laurens Eckelboom
1520 Withmere Close (the new cul-de-sac near the DCFW entrance)
Children:
Oliver, 6 years old
Cedric, 4 years old
Aurélia, 2 years old
And another one due at the end of May!
Services for Shirley Woznick
March 25, 2009
After a lengthy illness, Shirley Woznick passed Tuesday evening at 10:37PM. The Woznicks have been residents of DCFW for over 25 years.
Viewing will be scheduled for either Thursday or Friday evening at:
H.M. Patterson & Sons
Arlington Chapel
173 Allen Road
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Tel: 404-851-9900
Interment will follow the next day at:
Arlington Memorial Park
201 Mt. Vernon Rd. NW
Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Tel: 404-255-0750
Please keep Tom and the rest of her family in your prayers.
DCFW Mini Neighborhood Yard Sale
March 12, 2009
Friday & Sat, March 13 & 14
8:00- 4:00
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Looking for some good buys? Come check out the garage sale at 1836 & 1844 Withmere Way and 5429 Ralston Court. A variety of goods will be available, such as kids' clothes, electronics, furniture, books, skis & boots, etc.... Stop by and check it out. *Special discounts for DCFW neighbors :) - Chrissa Hammond (chrissa@grhco.com) |
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DCFW Yard of the Season Volunteers Wanted
March 4, 2009
We all know how proud most of us (except the DCFW President who begs people to look the other way when they view his front yard) of our yards and the efforts to keep them looking good. The DCFW Board wants you to share that joy with other neighbors.
We are looking for all DCFW yard enthusiasts who would help volunteer and/or chair a DCFW committee to launch a "DCFW Yard of the Season" Contest. We felt like Yard of the Month would be too ambitious and maybe a tad too administrative (thus, less fun) than a contest for a DCFW neighbor's yard winner every 3 months (e.g. a winner for Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter).
We are hoping that any hidden (or blatant) horticulturist fans would pop out of the bushes and share that excitement in this effort. If anyone is interested in chairing the "DCFW Yard of the Season" Committee or wants to be on the voting committee. Please contact Marcos Arias at 770-394-1446.
Spring is around the corner and what a wonderful celebration of the season if we can start it off in the neighborhood with a fun contest like this.
Dekalb County Schools Pre-K Lottery
March 3, 2009
Dekalb County's one-day-only pre-kindergarten lottery will be held on March 19th this year. The application process is open to all age eligible 4 year olds who live in the county. Registration will be open from 8:30am to 1pm.
Click here for complete information, including required documentation.
Be Careful Leaving Valuables in your Car: Perimeter Center West / Mt. Vernon
February 24, 2009
A new Sandy Springs Crime Report has been added to the Neighborhood Watch page.
Lots of GPSs and other items are being stolen, in areas including Perimeter Center West and the Sports Authority / LA Fitness complex on Mt. Vernon Hwy.
Take-home message from the police: Hide valuable items, if you can't take them with you.
A Message from the Dekalb County CEO
February 20, 2009
Dear Neighbors,
Over the last few weeks, you and I have met at neighborhood gatherings held all across our county. We have discussed how we can make your priorities our county government's priorities and how to reflect those priorities in our annual budget. It is important that we pass a budget that will make wise use of our tax dollars and provide the quality of services that our citizens and stakeholders expect and deserve, in a timely manner with great customer service.
On Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at 10:00 am in the Maloof Auditorium, 1300 Commerce Drive, in downtown Decatur (30030), our Board of Commissioners will vote on priorities and on our annual budget. I would like to invite you to attend and share your thoughts and ideas that you have discussed with me during the neighborhood gatherings across the county.
If you have any questions about the budget and/or about the meeting on February 24th, please call me at 404-371-2881. If you cannot attend the meeting, but would like to acknowledge your support, please email Bettye Davis at bdavis@co.dekalb.ga.us.
Sincerely,
Burrell Ellis
Goodbye to the Bowens - and a Chance to Pick Your New Neighbors
February 10, 2009
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our neighbors, the Bowens at 1732 Withmere Way. They are moving on to a great opportunity in Nashville, Tennessee and will be missed.
However, this creates an opportunity for you - the residents of DCFW - to pick your new neighbors. The Bowens have provided a flyer and an on-line photo gallery for you to share with your friends who may be interested in joining us here in DCFW.
There will be an Open House this Saturday, February 14th, from 1:00-4:00, so don't delay in getting out the word.
If you have any questions, please contact Dawn Bowen at 770.395.6047 or Bowen1@bellsouth.net.
DCFW Chili Cookoff Results Announced
February 7, 2009
The annual DCFW Chili Cookoff was held on January 25th at Sally and Kenneth Abele's house, and once again the competition was intense. Entries ranged from Midland Texas Chili to White Chicken Chili to several other original concoctions that may be impossible to reproduce.
The 40-50 attendees and judges enjoyed the good company and good food and finally selected the following winners:
- Spiciest...................Kenneth Abele
- Most Original..........Janice and Stan Petersen
- Best Overall(tie)......Roseanne and Ken Hanson/Andy and Juliet Veal
Photos of the event are posted on-line in the photo gallery (click here).
Start planning for the 2010 contest now!
Coyotes in DCFW
February 5, 2009
Meg Listerman reports that the coyotes behind Withmere made a kill yesterday (February 4th) around 5pm.
"Please forward a love note to those who might have had pets out yesterday late afternoon. My prayers are with them."
Remember to keep your pets under your control at all times out of respect for your neighbors and for the safety of your pets.
New Crime and Safety Tools on the Neighborhood Watch Page
February 5, 2009
Links to two new crime and safety tools have been added to the Neighborhood Watch page here at dcfw.net.
One is the Dekalb County CrimeTrac site, which maps out all recently reported crimes in unincorporated Dekalb County on an interactive map.
The other is crimereports.com, which lists crimes in an area as reported by member police forces. Sandy Springs is a member.
Also, the latest DeKalb Police North Precinct Business Relations Unit reports on call activity for our area and surrounding areas are always posted. Stay informed and stay safe!
Services for Urbano Delbino
January 28, 2009
Funeral services for Urbano Delbino will be held at All Saints Catholic Church on Wednesday at Noon. Marie will be having a gathering in the social hall immediately following the service.
Please keep Marie and her family in your prayers during this difficult time. For those of you who did not know Urbano, he was a remarkable man that lived a full life. He was a hard worker, caring neighbor & loving husband.
We hope that many from the neighborhood can be there to support Marie and celebrate Urbano's life.
Opportunity to select the name, mascot and school colors for the new
4/5 academy serving the Dunwoody area
January 28, 2009
The process will begin January 26, 2009 and be open for public submission of ideas and supporting reasons until February 28, 2009. The school website has an established email account where individuals may submit their ideas. The email address is schoolnaming@gmail.com.
For an idea or submission to be considered for approval, it is required that all ideas must be submitted through the email link on the website and have accompanying reasons and supporting information indicating relevance and significance for our community.
If you are not able to submit your ideas and supporting reasons to the website, the School Naming Committee will be hosting a public forum at Peachtree Charter Middle School at 7:00 pm on February 17, 2009. All submissions must be in by the close of day of February 28, 2009. At that time, the submissions will be collected, counted, analyzed and a final selection of three possibilities will be presented to the local communities through the feeder elementary schools on Monday, March 9, 2009.
For more information, please visit the website for the new school at www.dekalb.k12.ga.us/dunwoodyes.
Dekalb CEO Ellis to hold neighborhood budget gatherings
January, 2009
DeKalb Chief Executive Officer Burrell Ellis will hold 11 public hearings throughout DeKalb County
to ensure the people’s concerns and questions are addressed regarding the 2009 budget recommendations.
For locations and more information, please click here (pdf file).
Welcome DFCW's Newest Resident
January, 2009
Congratulations to Chris and Charlotte Wiseman on the birth of a son, Campbell Franklin Wiseman.
He was born on Thursday, January 22 at 8lbs 13oz, 20in, and has blue eyes and brown hair with blonde highlights. Charlotte (mom), Chris (dad), Caroline (big sis) and Campbell are now all home and doing well
Introducing the new DCFW Board
January, 2009
The Whole Board would like to give a sincere thank you to those who held positions last year, and who are stepping down or stepping around to a new position: Chrissa Hammond - our esteemed president of five years (where has the time flown?), and Elizabeth Taptich - our wonderful head of the Sunshine Committee.
Marcos Arias has agreed to take over as President and Tracey Jennings has agreed to take over the Sunshine Position. Chrissa will not go too far since she has volunteered to be on Michelle Spitz's social committee. In addition, Scott Wilkinson has stepped up as webmaster to take our website to the next level (we believe you will be impressed with what he has done). Finally, Tina Wilkinson has volunteered to take over the Directory so please keep the updates coming over to Tina.
We extend our many thanks to the current and new board members for doing what you do. We cannot express enough gratitude to all neighbors for their participation in events, helping out neighbors when needed, and keeping an eye out for each other. Everyone contributes to why we believe this is one of the best neighborhoods of Atlanta.
As always, we can use all the volunteers that we can get for the social committee and the other activities we have planned for 2009. We are so excited about this year.
For a complete listing of the DCFW Board members, visit http://www.dcfw.net/board/ .
City of Dunwoody Homestead Exemption and
Property Tax Freeze
January, 2009
If you have already filed for a homestead exemption and/or a property Freeze with DeKalb County and currently have the exemptions in effect, the City will grant the exemptions on your municipal property tax. However, to be abundantly cautious, the City of Dunwoody is asking homeowners to submit an application directly to the City of Dunwoody for the same exemptions and/or property tax freezes you have enjoyed over the years.
The deadline is March 1 for the current calendar year (2009). Applications are accepted year round, but in order to qualify for exemptions this calendar year, you must apply by March 1, 2009.
For more information, visit http://dunwoodyga.gov/Homestead-Exemptions.
New Neighbors
September, 2008
DCFW welcomes new neighbors:
Chris and Charlotte Wiseman
1847 Withmere Way.
Children: Caroline (born 2007) and another on the way
Please welcome them warmly
New Neighbors
July, 2008
DCFW welcomes new neighbors:
Tom and Michele Williams
5429 Ralston Ct.
Children: Sarah (grade 2)
Please welcome them warmly
Georgia Power meter readers
August, 2008
In the coming months, GA POWER will have new trucks in the area reading our meters. They are called UMS for Utility Meter Services.
They will be in a white UMS company truck (very well marked) , uniform consisting of a white top and dark pants and they will have a picture ID badge with the Georgia Power logo on the top of it.
Any questions or concerns should be directed to 1-888-660-5890
DCFW a top Family Friendly
Neighborhood in Atlanta
April, 2006
Atlanta Magazine Rated DCFW as a top "Family Friendly" neighborhood in Atlanta. (Click Here to See Article)