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The Colors of Decatur

Posted in Community on June 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

Hey all!

I thought I’d share some of the really cool color combinations on historic buildings located in Decatur.   Color is a great way to express yourself and the colors of historic buildings and houses in Decatur show that we really know how to express ourselves.  Check out some of these great color combinations:

These colors are so sublime. Very orginal!

These colors are so sublime. Very orginal!

This is Art Deco and the pink color is just so great!

This is Art Deco and the pink color is just so great!

Okay, who doesn't love this building?!

Okay, who doesn't love this building?!

This blue is so beautiful. It makes me think of the Bahamas.

This blue is so beautiful. It makes me think of the Bahamas.

How cute is this house?! I love the red awning and shutters.

How cute is this house?! I love the red awning and shutters.

I have so many pictures I could blog away all day!  Enjoy your day Decatur!
Regina

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Glenlake Pool Ribbon Cutting

Posted in Community, Events on June 8, 2009 | 2 Comments »

Best_Ribbon CuttingMix 1 part sunscreen with 1 part beach ball and 2 parts hot dogs.   Add one pair of giant scissors, and what do you have? The Glenlake Pool ribbon cutting ceremony of course.   The City of Decatur ordered up perfect weather for the re-opening ceremony this past Friday as City Commissioners Mary Alice Kemp and Kecia Cunningham cut the ribbon and welcomed the first guests into the newly renovated poolhouse.   So began the never-ending debate over who was the first to jump in the pool.  I heard more than a few children claim the title, but alas, the world may never know the truth.  Check out the great pictures below.

Remember that Glenlake Park remains closed for construction but parking is available on both sides of Church Street.  The new poolhouse and pool upgrades were funded by the City’s Capital Improvement Bond Program.  Look for the final touches to be added in the next few weeks.

Line up.

Line up.

Canonball!!!

Canonball!!!

Better hold your nose.

Better hold your nose.

Changing of the guard.

Changing of the guard.

Beach ball induced madness!

Beach ball induced madness!

I'll catch you.

I'll catch you.

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Decatur Youth Baseball Opens With Parade

Posted in Community, Events, Uncategorized on June 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

Come one, come all to the Decatur Youth Baseball Opening Day Parade on Saturday, June 6.  The parade celebrates all T-Ball and League Baseball participants and begins at McKoy Park at 11 a.m.  The first pitch will be thrown out at Noon.

If you have a convertible and want to show it off – they will welcome you!  If you want to volunteer, they need you as well.  If you want to cheer the teams on, just show up with your enthusiasm and let the fun begin.

Call Stacy Green at 678-553-6549 or email her at stacy.green@decaturga.com if you have questions or want to volunteer.

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How to Receive Weather Warnings on Your Phone

Posted in Community on June 3, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

Weather

Did you know you can sign up to receive weather warnings directly to your phone?  Well, Decatur’s CodeRED Emergency Notification System offers this option to residents who chose to register.  When severe weather threatens, the system alerts only the residents in the areas affected.  The information is based on instant satellite feeds and other really cool technology that helps eliminate false alarms.  You can register here to receive Weather Warnings.

 

To further protect Decatur residents during severe weather, the City has received a Hazard Mitigation Grant in the amount of $108,510  from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to provide for the purchase and installation of four outdoor weather warning sirens.  This will ensure coverage for the entire city, with a siren in each quadrant.  The grant required a 15% match from the City and a 10% match from the State of Georgia.

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City Employee Makes the Team

Posted in Community, Events on June 2, 2009 | 3 Comments »

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The City of Decatur’s own Juan Wharton has joined the Decatur Court Kings, a professional men’s basketball team.  Juan is an employee with the PALS division (Parking, Assistance, Liaisons to Merchants, and Safety).  You may know Juan as that “guy that writes the parking tickets”, but the PALS employees are well known in the community and they provide a direct point of contact between city staff and Decatur residents, visitors, and businesses. Congrats Juan!

Check out the website for the team at www.wbacourtkings.com.

The team is offering a Home Opener Special for their first game, which will be held at Agnes Scott College this Thursday.  All remaining home games will be held at the Decatur Recreation Center.   The cost is only $5 for teens and adults.  Kids 6 and under are always free!  Tickets can be purchased at the door or by calling (770)-904-5081. If you can’t make the Home Opener, check out the  rest of the schedule here.

  

Home Opener Game

Date: Thursday, June 4, 2009

Time: Tip off is at 7:15 PM

Where: Agnes Scott College

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Fire Station Number 2 Ribbon Cutting Today

Posted in Community, Uncategorized on June 1, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

Ribbon cutting bestThe Ribbon Cutting for  Decatur Fire Station Number 2 was held this morning at the new station located on West Hill Street. Members of the City Commission, employees, community members and others were on hand for the occasion. Commissioners Mary Alice Kemp and Jim Baskett did the honors of cutting the ribbon, and Mayor Floyd made a few comments to those gathered. Fire Chief Jerry Malone has waited 20 years for this new station and was visibly happy to see it complete before his retirement in July.

A Few of Decatur's Firefighters Observe the Ribbon Cutting

A Few of Decatur's Firefighters Observe the Ribbon Cutting

 

Community Members Turn out for the Event

Community Members Turn out for the Event

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Tammy Allen Plays Concert on the Square

Posted in Community, Events, tagged , , , , on May 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

tammy_allenThis Saturday’s Concert on the Square features singer, performer Tammy Allen and special guest Ryan Kilgore, saxaphonist for Stevie Wonder. The weather is going to be fabulous on Saturday night, so come on up to enjoy May’s last concert. Bring your picnic or stop in one of the many Decatur restaurants to get your dinner “to go”.ryan

The Concert begins at 7 pm and goes until 9:30 pm. See you on the Square!

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"Last Call" for Fine Arts Exhibition Sunday

Posted in Community, Events on May 29, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

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The Decatur Arts Festival Fine Arts Exhibition will close on Sunday, May 31 with panache.  The Last Call event, from 4 – 6 p.m. features a harpist, a few artists who will talk briefly about their entries and an announcement of the winner of the People’s Choice Award – not to mention free beer, wine, and light hors d’oeuvres. 

The Arts Alliance began this tradition several years ago and it has proven to be a very enjoyable, unpretentious way to enjoy art and classical music.  Did I mention that it is free?

The Dalton Gallery is located in the Dana Fine Arts Building on the Agnes Scott Campus.  Parking is available next to the building or in the parking deck.  Come take advantage of a little culture – Decatur style.

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Fire Station #2 Ribbon Cutting June 1

Posted in Community, Events, Sustainability, Uncategorized on May 28, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

 

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Come help us cut the ribbon for Fire Station #2 on Monday, June 1 at 10 a.m. The station was demolished and completely rebuilt and now the trucks fit, there are bathrooms for our female firefighters, and it can serve as an Emergency Dispatch Center and/or an Emergency Operations Center if necessary.   We are hoping to achieve a LEED Silver Designation soon.  It looks beautiful – come see it!   Hope to see you there.

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Rain Delays Glenlake Bathhouse Grand Opening

Posted in Community, Events, Uncategorized on May 21, 2009 | Leave a Comment »

The good news is it rained this spring. The bad news is it rained this spring thus delaying the opening of Glenlake Pool and the new Bathhouse. Scratch this Friday, May 22 off your calendar and plan to come instead on Friday, June 5, 2009.

The celebration includes games, prizes and refreshments in addition to seeing the new Bathhouse. Plus, admission that evening is free. The event will run from 5 – 7:30 p.m. and details will be posted as available on Decatur’s website.

And, since your calendar is now open on Friday night, come out to the ArtWalk and help kick off the Decatur Arts Festival weekend.

There are over 24 shops and restaurants showing a variety of art and giving out free beverages and appetizers. Get in your exercise walking or riding your bike and enjoy the evening in downtown Decatur.  Check out the Arts Festival website for more details.

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