Posted in Community on July 16, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Last month we posted about Mayor Floyd being sworn in as the president of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA). Well, GMA produced a video feature on our mayor for the event and we’re excited to share it with our blog readers today. Many of you will recognize some familiar faces in the video and even more of you will enjoy the images of a young Bill Floyd.
Produced by Lance Lipman for GMA.
Posted in Community, Retail & Restaurants, Sidewalk Talk, Uncategorized on July 14, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
The July/August Atlanta Now Magazine features 50 Fun Things to See & Do in Atlanta this Summer and Decatur is #45. Here is what they say:
“Take in the Small Town, City Charm…Just a short MARTA ride east of downtown, Decatur is one of the city’s hippest suburbs, with renovated homes, unique retailers and hot restaurants. History buffs will enjoy the 1898 Decatur Courthouse and the Historic Cemetery, whose oldest headstone dates to 1827, while shopaholics will love the area’s eclectic galleries and boutiques. Eateries include Watershed, co-owned by Indigo Girl Emily Saliers. The rock duo had their start at nearby Eddie’s Attic, still one of Atlanta’s top venues for up-and-coming acoustic acts.”
Many thanks to writer Anya Martin for including us! Atlanta Now is the Official Visitors Guide of the Atlanta Convention & Visitors Bureau.
Posted in Community, Events on July 13, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
You are invited to the Second Sunday Strolls this Sunday, July 12, at 2:30 p.m. in Decatur Cemetery. This 30-45 minute historic walk is led by volunteer and Cemetery expert Cathy Vogel. Whether this is your first visit or your 30th, you’ll learn something you didn’t know about metro Atlanta’s oldest public burial space. Meet at the well house gazebo off of Commerce Drive.
There is quite a bit of history and interesting sites at the Cemetery, so grab your walking shoes and join the stroll!
If you can’t make this Sunday’s walk, the remaining dates for 2009 are August 9, September 13, and October 11.
Sponsored by the Friends of Decatur Cemetery, a project of the Decatur Preservation Alliance.
Posted in Community, Uncategorized, tagged 30030, Atlanta Dream, Decatur High School, FitWit on July 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Watching the Atlanta Dream
The FitTeens Foundation of Metro Atlanta and the Atlanta’s WNBA Dream aligned for not only a win over the Detroit shock, but also a win for several teens and the fitness programs for their respective schools.
On Friday, June 26th, several teenagers attended their first professional WNBA basketball game at Phillips Arena, thanks to a great partnership with the Atlanta Dream. The Dream pulled out an impressive 96 to 86 win over Detroit and a portion of specific ticket sales went to the FitWit Foundation.
The FitWit Foundation is a 501c (3) that empowers young people to live healthier and successful lives. The Foundation provides free fitness and nutritional programs to metro area high schools, where the largest increase in diabetes and obesity is taking place. Teens from both Maynard Jackson High and Decatur City High attended the game and an autograph session after the game to meet the players up close and personal.
For more information about FitTeens please contact thefitwitfoundtion.org or michelle@fitwit.com.
Posted in Community, Events, Uncategorized, tagged 30030, 4th of July, Decatur, Firefighters on July 7, 2009 | 3 Comments »
Julie Sammons works on placing the shells in the racks.
Here members of the “crew” pack the shells that will be used for the Grand Finale. Notice how they are tied together to give the “finale effect”.
Firefighters are on top of the deck to ensure the safety of the crew as well as the buildings around the deck. Hoses and firefighters are ready to go into action.
One of the “shooters” prepares to light a box of shells.
The “Grand Finale” going off is always exciting!
After the show is over, the “shooters” walk the perimeter of the deck to the cheers of their “fans”.
Much thanks to our wonderful pyrotechnics crew for putting on a safe display and to our wonderful Firefighters for ensuring the safety of our citizens. Putting on the 4th of July is a collaboration of Special Events with the Police and Fire Department. Thanks to everyone for a great holiday!
Posted in Community, Events, Meetings, Uncategorized on June 24, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Mayor Floyd addresses GMA
Decatur’s Mayor Bill Floyd was sworn in as President of the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA) this past weekend in Savannah, GA. He takes the helm of this statewide 500+ member association at what he called a challenging time for cities.
Mayor Floyd noted that because of the close connection city officials have to their communities, they have the capability to help steer the state in the right direction saying, “We’re the ones that feel the pulse of this state better than any other elected official.”
Two other Decatur officials were elected to the GMA Board of Directors. Decatur Commissioner Kecia Cunningham was elected to an at-large position, and City Attorney Bryan Downs is serving as president of the City Attorneys Section.
In addition, Decatur resident Jim Finch, deputy commissioner for the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA), received GMA’s “State Government Service” Award. The Award is given annually to state employees who exemplify integrity, diligence and energeic service to the citizens of the state.
GMA is based in Atlanta and is a voluntary, non-profit organization that provides legislative advocacy, educational, employee benefit and technical assistance services to its 500 member cities.
Congratulations to all of our Decatur honorees – you do us proud!
Posted in Community, Uncategorized, tagged 30030, Decatur, HGTV on June 23, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Edelman Productions is searching for a home in the area for their new Home Makeover show. They will begin filming next month and are accepting applications for the next week. They have selected one home in Decatur and maybe yours could be the second!!
From Alyssa Kaufman at Edelman Productions:
We are currently casting homes and homeowners in the metro Atlanta Area to
be featured on HGTV’s new makeover show.
We are looking for desperate homeowners and their homes that are willing to
be on camera and have their (exterior home) makeover taped for our show –in
return you will get a funded and spectacular makeover from our talented and
professional team.
Homes: Should be the eye sore of the block. Maybe the house is painted
neon yellow, or the paint is peeling, the landscape is overgrown or dead,
the drive way is cracking, the shutters are missing, can’t find the house
numbers, or over time the house has lost its charm and has been stripped or
covered in layers of different architecture styles.
If this is you (or someone on your street) please submit your/their
information right away. All homeowners must be willing to participate.
Bonus: When the eye sore home is selected several other homes on the
street will get “mini” makeovers by our team.
Please submit the following:
1) Photo of the outside of home from street
2) Photo of just the house
3) photo of homeowners
4) name of homeowners
5) cell phone numbers
6) neighborhood & city you live in; including address
7) why your home is the eye sore of the block
Nominate 2 or 3 other neighbors that need “Mini Makeovers” (change front
door, maybe mailbox, house numbers, light fixtures, etc) on the block. These
neighbors must be willing to participate. Please provide phone numbers.
Please send info to sberry@edelmanproductions.com as soon as possible.
Good luck!
Posted in Community on June 18, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
A couple of days ago, a group from Color Wheel visited the police station. The kids got a tour of the courtroom, police cars, the 911 room and holding cell. Looking at these photos that Juanchella sent over from PD, it’s hard to tell who had more fun – the kids or the police officers.
Posted in Community, Events, Uncategorized, tagged Decatur Beach Party, Kim Wolf, Worthmore Jewelers on June 17, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Worthmore Jewelers in Decatur will make a special art presentation to Mayor Floyd at the Decatur Beach Party. Worthmore Jewelers just celebrated their one year anniversary in Decatur and wanted to thank the city, the community, and the Mayor for their great efforts in making Decatur the best place to live and own a business. Worthmore Jewelers and Decatur Artist Kim Wolfe will be presenting Mayor Floyd with Kim’s latest work titled “Decatur City Limits” at the Decatur Bandstand at 7:15 p.m.
Kim has quickly become known for her popular piece “Atlanta City Limits.” Being a Decatur resident for the past 7 years, Kim is passionate about “Decatur City Limits”. She has been working hard for the past 8 months, and her attention to detail has paid off with another exciting piece. Please stop by Worthmore Jewelers on East Court Square anytime between now and the Beach Party (please check www.worthmorejewelers.com for hours) and sign the card for Mayor Floyd and get a sneak preview of “Decatur City Limits.” While you are in Worthmore be sure to enter to win a $50.00 gift card that will be awarded to one lucky person at the Beach Party presentation.
Posted in Community, Events, Uncategorized, tagged 30030, Barry Bailey, DBA, Decatur, Decatur Beach Party on June 9, 2009 | 23 Comments »
Barry at Home With His Guitar
“In 1972, a group of talented musicians came together to form the Southern Rock Band, Atlanta Rhythm Section. During the next 35 years the band would earn gold and platinum records, as well as a place in the Georgia Music Hall of Fame.”
One of the original members of that band is Decatur’s own Barry Bailey! Barry began playing the guitar at the age of 12 and while attending Decatur High School, joined a small garage band. The rest is history.
Barry will be returning to Decatur on Friday, June 19, for the annual Decatur Beach Party. Mayor Bill Floyd will be presenting Mr. Bailey a key to the City as well as reading a proclamation declaring June 19, 2009 as “Barry Bailey Day”. The presentation will be made at the Main Stage on the MARTA Plaza at 7:45pm, before the band begins to play.
For more information or to buy tickets for Beach Party, visit www.decaturdba.com. Tickets are $6.50 in advance, $10 at the gate. Children 12 and under are free, limit two with each paying adult.
See you on Decatur Beach!
Barry enjoying his home outside of Athens GA
