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January Siren Test – UPDATE

Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged , on December 31, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

UPDATE 01/02/20 2:30 p.m.: Due to the rainy weather today and tomorrow, the test of the Tornado Outdoor Warning Siren System will not be audible this month. The next audible test has been scheduled for Wednesday, February 5th at 5:00 p.m.

 

Happy New Year!

The January test of the Tornado Outdoor Warning Siren System will happen on Thursday (01/02/20) at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Friday, 3 January 2020.

If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Police Lt. Barry Woodward at 404-373-6551.

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This Week in Decatur

Posted in Community, Events, tagged , , , , , , on December 30, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This Week

-For New Years Eve, the White Bull will be only offering a five course pre-fix menu, curated by Chefs Pat Pascarella and Gregory Gettles. An additional wine pairing selection will be offered also. Reservations are required so call or visit opentable.com to book for Tuesday, Dec. 31.

-Dress up in your finest 1920s garb and join the DeKalb History Center for a roaring New Year’s Eve bash on Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Admission includes catered heavy hors d’oeuvres, one drink ticket, a champagne toast, and a DJ spinning your favorite tunes as we countdown to midnight. Visit dekalb-history-center.square.site to get your tickets!

Cover Photo: The DeKalb History Center

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This Weekend in Decatur

Posted in Community, Events on December 27, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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Join in the Chanukah celebration and Grand Menorah Lighting this Sunday, Dec. 29 from 3-6 p.m. on the Square. Enjoy hot drinks, latkes, music, and photos with Mr. Dreidel.

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Christmas Tree Recycling

Posted in Community, Events, tagged , , , , on December 27, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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Decatur residents may drop off live Christmas trees at the annual “Bring One for the Chipper” event at Decatur Legacy Park from Friday, Dec. 27-Saturday, Jan. 11. Look for signs showing where trees should be placed, to the right of the chapel. Please do not leave Christmas trees anywhere else on the property.

Photo Credit: Jason Getz for the Atlanta Journal Constitution

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This Week in Decatur

Posted in Community, Events, Meetings, tagged , , , , , , on December 23, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This Week

City Meetings
-The December 23 meeting for the Lifelong Community Advisory Board is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 27 at 6:30 p.m.

Events
-Gathered and Grounded is hosting a Kids’ Holiday Afternoon on Monday, Dec. 23 from 1-4:30 p.m. They’ll enjoy an afternoon out while you finish up the touchings of the holiday season.
-Decatur residents may drop off live Christmas trees at the annual “Bring One for the Chipper” event at Decatur Legacy Park from Friday, Dec. 27-Saturday, Jan. 11. Look for signs showing where trees should be placed, to the right of the chapel. Please do not leave Christmas trees anywhere else on the property.

While you’re out finishing up your holiday shopping in #downtowndecatur, stop by the Christmas tree on the Square for free art by @lunaleigharts and share on social media to spread the holiday cheer!

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This Weekend in Decatur

Posted in Community, Events on December 20, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This Weekend

-Come out to the Solarium for Breakfast with Santa in Oakhurst this Saturday, Dec. 21 from 9:30-11:30 a.m. This event is free to the community, just RSVP to contact@thesolarium.com.

-Join Little Shop of Stories for hot chocolate and a reading of The Polar Express on Saturday, Dec. 21 at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. There may even be a special visitor! Fee is $5 fee per child. Space is limited so please call to reserve a spot.

Cover Photo courtesy of Little Shop of Stories. Did you know that you can share the holiday spirit with a child in need through Little Shop? This year they’re partnering with Hagar’s House and Refugee Family Literacy to provide books for children this holiday season. Each snowflake on the window represents a child of a particular age. If you’re able, swing by, pick a flake (or more) and let them help you find the perfect book!

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This Week in Decatur: Thursday and Friday

Posted in Community, Events, Meetings, tagged , , , , , , on December 19, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This Week

City Meetings
-Environmental Sustainability Board Meeting | Friday, Dec. 20 @ 8:00 a.m.

Events
-Stop by Kelly’s Market for Dark Beer and Chocolate Tasting on Thursday, Dec. 19 from 6-8 p.m.

-Agnes Scott College is inviting all residents to a Campus Master Plan Open House this Thursday, Dec. 19 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Elizabeth Kiss Welcome Center located in Rebekah Scott Hall.

-Come out for Bubbles and Booze at the Pinewood and enjoy a bottomless selection of sparkling cocktails, champagne and wine with hors d’oeuvres on Thursday, Dec. 19 from 7-10 p.m.

-Kelly’s Market will be featuring Georgia’s own Creature Comforts Brewing in a very special tasting event this Friday, Dec. 20 from 6-8 p.m.

-It’s that time of year where Santa Claus will be making his annual appearance at The Marlay! There will be Christmas movies and activities for the kids as they wait for Santa to arrive on Friday, Dec. 20 at 6 p.m.

-Universal Joint will transform into a Winter Wonderland with a holiday menu and Christmas cocktails for their Pop-Up Xmas Party this Friday, Dec. 20 from 7-11:30 p.m.

 

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Decatur’s 2020 Strategic Planning Process Kicks Off Jan. 23

Posted in Community on December 18, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

Decatur’s 2020 Strategic Planning process launches in January and we’ve got a group of 2010 participants here to tell you all about it. Take a look, register to participate and we’ll see you at our kick off on January 23! Learn more at www.decatur2030.com.

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This Week in Decatur: Monday and Tuesday

Posted in Community, Events, Meetings, tagged , , , , , , on December 16, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This Week

City Meetings
-City Commission | Monday, Dec. 16 @ 7:30 p.m.
-Historic Preservation Commission | Tuesday, Dec. 17 @ 6:30pm

Events
-Don’t miss the Hope Sees A Star Yuletide Concert with the Meridian Chorale and Steven Darsey happening this Tuesday, Dec. 17 at the Historic DeKalb Courthouse. Showtime starts at 7:30 p.m. Visit meridianherald.org for more information.

-Join the Downtown Decatur Chick-fil-A for Dinner with Santa Cow on Tuesday, Dec. 17 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Visit Chick-Fil-A Downtown Decatur on Facebook for more info.

-Brick Store Pub will host their Trappist Nights event this Tuesday, Dec. 17 from 6:30-11 p.m. Enjoy the finest Trappist beers paired with monastic cheese and Gregorian music, all by candle light in the Belgian Bar, upstairs and to the left. For more information, visit Brick Store Pub on Facebook.

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This Weekend in Decatur

Posted in Community, Events on December 13, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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-Don’t miss the 28th Annual Decatur Holiday Marketplace and Café this Saturday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Clairemont Elementary School. For more information, visit decaturholidaymarketplace.com.
-Have Brunch with Santa at Wahoo! Grill on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. For more information or make your reservations, visit wahoogrilldecatur.com.
-Little Shop of Stories welcomes children of all ages to enjoy gingerbread stories and cookie decorating this Saturday, Dec. 14 at 1:00 p.m.! Come in or call to reserve. Visit littleshopofstories.com for more event information.
-Join Amplify My Community for their first-ever holiday show at Decatur’s The Pinewood restaurant on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
-There will be an Intimate(s) Brunch with Jenette Goldstein in celebration of Jenette Bras opening in Decatur early 2020. Come out to Squash Blossom Boutique this Sunday, Dec. 15 from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. to enjoy light brunch bites and mimosas. RSVP to info@squashblossomboutique.com.
-Elizabeth Lenhard will be guest reader for this year’s Hanukkah Storytime at the Little Shop of Stories. This is a story time designed for all children happening on Sunday, Dec. 15 at 2 p.m. This event is free; but space is limited. Call to reserve a spot.
-Don’t miss the Christmas on Clairemont concert hosted and produced by Daniel Solberg at First Baptist of Decatur this Sunday, Dec. 15 at 7:00 p.m. For more information, visit christmasonclairemont.com.

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