Posted in Uncategorized, tagged 30030, Atlanta Celebrates Photography, City of Decatur, Decatur, Worthmore Jewelers on April 8, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Now is your chance to enter to be a part of the annual Atlanta Celebrates Photography exhibit at Worthmore Jewelers.
Worthmore has just announced they are accepting submissions for “The Story Teller”, their 2nd annual juried exhibition in partnership with Atlanta Celebrates Photography. Exhibition dates are October 2 – November 6, 2010 and the deadline for submissions is Friday, May 21. To receive an entry form email worthmore.gallery@gmail.com.
Posted in Retail & Restaurants on April 7, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
After openings its doors a couple of months ago, Sammiches N’ Stuff, located below Eddie’s Attic, has gone live with its website. You can check out their menu (I personally love all their breakfast sammiches), place a catering order and best of all, place an individual order online here. Sammiches N’ Stuff is currently offering a 10 percent discount on all online orders. The eatery will also be open on weekends starting this Saturday.
Sawicki’s just launched its new website, www.sawickisfood.com where you can order your favorite gourmet items online. I’ll still be stopping by to get my roasted pork sandwiches, but it’s nice to know I have the option of ordering delicious cheeses, olive oils and chocolates from the comfort of my home.
Posted in Uncategorized on April 7, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
As it is the first Wednesday of the month, we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m today. The test should last approximately one minute.
Posted in Uncategorized, tagged 30030, City of Decatur, Dawn Kinney Martin, Decatur, Decatur Gallery on April 7, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Taco Mac by Dawn Kinney Martin
Atlanta artist Dawn Kinney Martin will be featured at a reception at the Decatur Gallery this coming Saturday, from 5 until 10 pm. Dawn is an Atlanta-based artist with national and international collectors. Each year she photographs landscapes and structures during her travels and paints from these photos throughout the year. Dawn has also become a favorite for her depictions of local landmarks such as Taco Mac and the Highland Pub.
The Gallery will provide light hors d’oeuvres and beverages during the reception. Plus if the weather is pleasant, they will open their outdoor artist market in front of the Gallery and try and coax Dawn into doing a painting demonstration! Sounds like a great way to spend a Saturday evening in Decatur!
Posted in Uncategorized on April 6, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Just in case you need a reason to visit one of our fine restaurants or pubs…….
From yesterbeer.com:
At 12:01 AM on April 7, 1933 – after 13 years of prohibition – legal beer went on sale in 19 states and the District of Columbia. In the first 24 hours an estimated 1.5 million barrels of beer were enjoyed by the exuberant masses! Proprietors sold beer at five cents a glass or ten cents a bottle. Grocery stores sold beer for $2 a case of 24 pints. Night clubs held special parties and cities hosted midnight celebrations to welcome the return of legal beer. Official repeal followed 8 months later – but April 7th will forever be known as “Brew Year’s Eve”.
Posted in Sustainability on April 2, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Atlanta Light Bulbs, Inc. and the City of Decatur are partnering to bring a light bulb exchange to Greenfest 2010. Greenfest is being held May 1st on the Downtown Square. The event kicks off at 3pm with live music and ends at 9:30pm.
Compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulbs can pay for themselves in as little as 6 months!
Attendees will receive 1 compact fluorescent light (CFL) bulb in exchange for signing an agreement to discard 1 regular, incandescent bulb when they get home. However, if attendees bring an incandescent bulb to the event, they can receive 2 CFL bulbs! According to the Environmental Protection Agency, CFL bulbs use 75% less energy and last 10 times as long. The average CFL will save about $30 over its life, and pay for itself within 6 months.
Supplies are limited, so come early to get your free CFLs. The light bulb exchange will last while supplies do. The City of Decatur would like to thank Atlanta Light Bulbs, Inc. for sponsoring this event. Learn more about their company at www.atlantalightbulbs.com
Please contact Lena Stevens, Resource Conservation Coordinator for the City of Decatur with any questions at lena.stevens@decaturga.com or 404-370-4102.
Posted in Sustainability on April 2, 2010 | 1 Comment »
Decatur resident, Nancie Sill winds up her Smart Car
You may have seen Nancie Sill driving her silver Smart Car around Decatur recently. If so, maybe you noticed a silver key on the back that actually turns as she drives! How cool is that? Nancie shows us that promoting fuel efficiency can be fun. The “Smart Fortwo” model of the Smart Car was rated to be the most fuel efficient two-seater car by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency in their 2010 Fuel Economy Guide. It is rated to get 33 miles per gallon (MPG) in city driving conditions, and 41MPG on the highway.
Photo Credit: Easy Living Pedicab Facebook Page
As Spring finally breaks here in Decatur, it’s a great time to wind ourselves up and start taking advantage of some alternative modes of transportation. One option is the East Living Pedicabs. Pedicabs are three wheeled taxis consisting of a driver platform and passenger carriage. This service is great for rides to or from the MARTA station with your airport luggage, special date nights :), your local shopping trip, or just a fun tour around town. Rides start at $5, while tours start at $10. Just call 920-371-CABS to reserve a pedicab for a pick up or tour.
Students Promote Safe Routes to School Program
How about that morning commute to school with the kids? Consider participating in our Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program. SRTS is a national program that empowers communities to make walking and bicycling to school a safe and routine activity. The goal is to get more students and adults active to help improve fitness levels, reduce congestion around schools, and improve air quality around schools. Decatur has had an active SRTS program for several years.
This Spring, remember that how we live and travel affects not only our physical well-being but our mental and emotional state as well. The City of Decatur is working to develop a safe, integrated transportation system that promotes bicycling and walking as a viable alternative to automobile travel, increased connectivity between neighborhoods and destinations, and equity for users of all ages and abilities. You can read more about our goals and plans to promote complete streets in the Community Transportation Plan.
Now get out there and enjoy this beautiful weather!
Posted in Uncategorized on April 1, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
Agnes Scott College invites the community to an open conversation about the proposed transformation of their Creative Arts Facilities. The team from William Rawn Associates will set up their large scale model that visually shows the proposed plan during lunch in Evans Dining Hall.
If you are interested in seeing or hearing about their plans, stop by and talk to the team. They will be set up and open for conversation on Thursday, April 8 from 11:30 – 1:00 and on Friday, April 9 from 12:00 – 1:30. If you are hungry, lunch for visitors is $8.50. However, you can participate without dining.
Free parking is available in the Agnes Scott Parking Deck if you need it.
Posted in Uncategorized on April 1, 2010 | Leave a Comment »
This is no joke! Today is Census Day in the United States. If you have not returned your form, please do so soon. Results from the census affect federal polictical representation and the direction of billions of dollars in government funding.
Curious to know how Decatur’s participation rate compares with the other cities in DeKalb County or the country? Then check out the Take 10 Challenge Map. Let’s try to beat our 79% rate of return from the 2000 Census.
