Dunwoody Oktoberfest
SEPT. 27 Dunwoody Oktoberfest St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church Noon-6pm Free Celebrate with live polka, a bustling biergarten, raffle giveaways, college football and classic eats like brats and pretzels. Enjoy shopping with local vendors, and don’t miss the KinderZone fun or the famous plastic beer mugs! dunwoodyoktoberfest.com
Latino Hispanic Cultural Heritage Celebration
SEPT. 14 Latino Hispanic Cultural Heritage Celebration Ashford Lane Lawn 1-4pm Free Celebrate the vibrant cultures of Latin America with live performances, interactive demonstrations and cultural exhibits. Stay tuned to the official website for event updates and details. createdunwoody.org/lhcc
“Orange”
AUG. 9 THROUGH AUG. 24 “Orange” Stage Door Theatre Saturday, 7:30pm; Sunday, 2:30pm $28 Experience this poignant coming-of-age story that follows a teen on the autism spectrum as she embarks on a transformative road trip, discovering identity, connection and the beauty in being different. ci.ovationtix.com/36385/production/1202530
FurKids
Spend some time with feline friends by volunteering your time with FurKids at their Dunwoody adoption center located in the Perimeter PetSmart. Help socialize shy cats, clean the adoption center, help at adoption events and sneak in some furry friend snuggles. Details: 128 Perimeter Center W., furkids.org
Dunwoody Nature Center
Dunwoody Nature Center provides a peaceful haven with 22 acres of forests, play areas and trails for the community to enjoy. You can help support this organization by helping with trail maintenance, habitat restoration, gardening, caring for the resident animals and more. There are even volunteer opportunities for teens to become junior counselors. Details: 5343 […]
Community Assistance Center
Give your time to help make this community a better place with the Community Assistance Center, where you can volunteer by stocking the food pantry, working in the thrift shop, doing clerical work, hosting financial assistance sessions and more. Details: 5 Dunwoody Park S., ourcac.org
Stage Door Theater
Fuel your love for the arts and make connections within the creative community when you volunteer with Stage Door Theater. Volunteers can assist with ushering, ticket scanning, concessions and special events. Volunteers also receive perks of free show tickets and snacks! Details: 5339 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd., stagedoortheatrega.org
Dunwoody Dash 5K and Fun Run
Lace up your running shoes for a good cause at the Dunwoody Dash 5K and Fun Run. After the run, stay for the family festival with food trucks, music and inflatables. Proceeds from the run go toward Austin Elementary School students, faculty and staff and school enrichment programs. Details: 5321 Roberts Dr., runsignup.com/race/ga/dunwoody/dunwoodydash
Cindy Hodges: Beekeeper • Educator • Dunwoody Veteran
By Jennifer Colosimo Cindy Hodges remembers trekking into the woods one day when she was a child to peek under the lid of her neighbor’s mysterious boxes that she kept there. As soon as she lifted it, she went running in fear when she heard an unidentified buzzing from underneath. A few years later, that […]
Culinary Dropout
With a patio, live band on the weekends and a modified seasonal menu, Culinary Dropout is the spot for summer hang outs. Want proof? Try their 36-Hour Ribs smothered in a freshly made BBQ sauce including tangy jalapeño, mouth-watering molasses and smoky bacon. It’s served with a side of french fries, coleslaw and perfect summer […]
