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Agnes Scott College Invites You To A Campus Master Plan Open House

Posted in Community on December 6, 2019 | 2 Comments »

Agnes Scott College Campus Master Plan Open House

Agnes Scott College invites all residents of City of Decatur/DeKalb County to a Campus Master Plan Open House:

Thursday, December 19
6:30 – 8 p.m.
Agnes Scott College
Rebekah Scott Hall, Elizabeth Kiss Welcome Center
141 E. College Ave., Decatur, GA 30030

This event will showcase Agnes Scott College’s draft plan, focusing on the six big ideas that will guide the college over the next ten years and beyond. The presentation will be informal, allowing you to come and go as your schedule allows. Representatives will be available to answer your questions and obtain feedback.

Complimentary parking is available in the college’s West Parking Facility located at 137 S. McDonough Street.

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December Siren Test Today

Posted in Community, emergency management, tagged , on December 4, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

The December test of the Tornado Outdoor Warning Siren System will happen today (12/4/19) at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 5 December 2019.

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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, Meetings, tagged , , , , on December 1, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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City Meetings
-City Commission | Monday, Dec. 2 @ 7:30 p.m.
-Active Living Board | Tuesday, Dec. 3 @ 8 a.m.
-The Better Together Board will attend the DBA holiday celebration in lieu of their regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 5 p.m.

Events
-Don’t miss the Tree Lighting this terrific Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. ​on the Square! Enjoy holiday carols, warm cookies, hot cocoa and “snow” on the square. At 7 p.m. sharp, Santa himself flips the switch to light the tree above the east entrance of the Decatur MARTA station.

-Check out live performances at Eddie’s Attic from Gary Harris featuring Paula Champion, the Virtuosic Mandolin Duo: Frank Solivan and Don Stiernberg, the Tim O’Brien Band, Sugarcane Jane and the Bucket Fillers, Emily Hearn and Grant-Lee Phillips with Wild Ponies. For showtimes and ticket information, visit eddiesattic.com.

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This Weekend in Decatur

Posted in Community, Events, tagged , , , , , on November 29, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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This weekend in #decaturga:

-Santa on the Square is happening this Saturday, Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You won’t want to miss his arrival on a Decatur fire truck to East Court Square! Come out to enjoy a fresh-baked cookie and your choice of milk or hot cocoa as well as get your picture taken! The event is free but reservations are requested so that we can be sure to have enough cookies, milk and cocoa for all. Register at www.freshtix.com/events/cookies–milk-with-santa-2-2!

-Don’t forget to participate in Small Business Saturday! “Shop Small” for gifts at City of Decatur businesses and then head to the tent on the square to get your purchases expertly gift-wrapped for free! Bring your retail receipts totaling $200 or more to the tent or the Decatur Visitors Center to receive a free $20 gift certificate from one of many local restaurants.

-This weekend’s upcoming live performances at Eddie’s Attic will feature Ellis Paul and Kristian Bush. For show times and ticket information, visit eddiesattic.com.

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This Week in Decatur

Posted in Community, Events, Meetings, tagged , , , , , on November 25, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This Week

This week in #decaturga:

Please note the City of Decatur will be closed in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday this Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29.

City Meetings
-Lifelong Community Advisory Board Meeting | Monday, Nov. 25 @ 6:30 p.m.

Events
-Wahoo! Grill will host a dine out for the Center for Black Women’s Wellness on Tuesday, Nov. 26 from 5-10 p.m. A portion of the evening’s proceeds will be donated to the Center, which provides clinical and financial wellness services to over 3,000 women and men each year. Visit wahoogrilldecatur.com to make your reservations!

-Catch live performances at Eddie’s Attic featuring The Blind Boys of Alabama Christmas Show, Sam Burchfield & The Scoundrels and the 51st Bi-Annual Open Mic Shootout. For show times and ticket information, visit eddiesattic.com.

Cover Photo Credit: Center for Black Women’s Wellness (www.cbww.org)

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Extension of Work Hours at 815 Commerce Dr

Posted in Community on November 25, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

Please be advised that Partitions Contracting will have an extension in work hours on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at 815 Commerce Drive in downtown to complete concrete pours at this site. The work will take place from 5 a.m.-6 p.m.

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Decatur Neighborhoods Meeting on 11/20

Posted in Community, Meetings on November 20, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

Neighbors throughout Decatur are invited to attend the next Decatur Neighborhood Alliance meeting on Wed., November 20, 6:30 p.m. at the Decatur Housing Authority Community Center, 481 Electric Ave. No neighborhood is too big or small, whether you live in a house, condominium, townhome or apartment. You do not need to be involved with a neighborhood to attend. Everyone is welcome.

 

Gerontologist Jamie Gilbert will discuss the benefit of developing intergenerational relationships. Neighborhoods are the perfect place to get to know everyone from young children to older adults. The bonds that are formed can make a difference in everyone’s life. Research has linked these relationships to other benefits like improved mental and cognitive health.

 

Contact Lee Ann Harvey at leeann.harvey@decaturga.com or 678-553-6548 to confirm your attendance or to update your neighborhood’s listing on the Neighborhood Groups page of the Decatur website.

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Decatur City Commission Passes Non-Discrimination Ordinance

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

The Decatur City Commission passed a non-discrimination ordinance at its meeting on Monday, November 18, 2019. Decatur is now the 5th city in DeKalb County and the 6th city in Georgia to adopt a non-discrimination ordinance including Doraville, Clarkston, Chamblee, Dunwoody, and the City of Atlanta.

Mayor Patti Garrett said, “Decatur is committed to the values of equity, inclusion and diversity and the adoption of this Ordinance is a tangible way to demonstrate that commitment.” The non-discrimination ordinance includes federally protected classes and non-protected classes based on sexual orientation and gender identity.

The non-discrimination ordinance prohibits local businesses from discriminating based on sexual orientation or gender identity, as well as race, religion, color, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, age or military status. Discrimination is prohibited in the areas of employment, housing, and public accommodation. No federal or Georgia state law expressly prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.

The ordinance’s enforcement includes clear steps starting with filing a complaint through resolution in the City’s municipal court or the option of voluntary mediation. The initial penalty for violation is a civil penalty of $500, and $1,000 for any subsequent violations.

According to Mayor Garrett, the city will partner with the Better Together Advisory Board to educate the community about the rights and responsibilities under the new law.

 

 

 

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This Week in Decatur

Posted in Community, Events, Meetings, tagged , , , , , on November 18, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This Week

This week in #decaturga:

City Meetings
-City Commission Meeting | Monday, Nov. 18 @ 7:30 p.m.

-Historic Preservation Commission Meeting | Tuesday, Nov. 19 @ 6:30 p.m.

Events
-Join Little Shop of Stories for an evening with New York Times bestselling author Shannon Messenger this Tuesday, Nov. 19 at 7 p.m. Please note the location has changed to Holy Trinity Church. This event is free and open to the community. Visit Little Shop of Stories on Facebook for more info.

-The Wylde Center’s Decatur Farm to School (DF2S) Fall Dine Out is happening on Wednesday, Nov. 20 from 5-9 p.m. Visit wyldecenter.org for a complete list of participating restaurants.

-It’s a cookie-tasting extravaganza at participating shops this Terrific Thursday, Nov. 21. This event is free, just sample the cookie creation at each shop and vote for your favorite on social media. Check out the map for participating shops!

-Don’t miss More Than Flag: A Conversation with Monica Helms! The creator of the Transgender Pride Flag will be speaking Thursday, Nov. 21 from 7-8 p.m. at Agnes Scott College’s Alston Campus Center, AL-Luchsinger Lounge. For more information, visit calendar.agnesscott.edu.

-Join Kelly’s Market for a Boxcarr Chesse and Wine Tasting this Friday, Nov. 22 from 6-8 p.m. Visit Kelly’s Market on Facebook for more info.

-Catch live performances at Eddie’s Attic featuring Baylee Littrell, Will Solomon, Mckenzie Lockhart & Oh Jeremiah, Bailey Bryan, Joe Alterman, Granville Automatic & Anna Rose and the Ain’t Sisters with Keenan Schmidt. For show times and ticket information, visit eddiesattic.com.

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TONIGHT! Terrific Thursday

Posted in Community on November 14, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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Shop merry, sip wine and indulge in decadent chocolate treats. Terrific Thursdays continue tonight with deals and discounts at 24 shops and the Holiday Wine & Chocolate Walk in participating Terrific Thursday stores from 6-9 p.m. Tickets are $10. Buy them online or on the square. 👇

 

✨ TONIGHT’S FEATURED DEALS: ✨
∙ Little Shop of Stories: Spend $50 and receive a $5 Little Shop gift card to use in 2020!
∙ Squash Blossom: 20% off hats and scarves + trunk show with local perfumery, OTHUS
∙ Homegrown: Buy Three Get One Free on bath bombs, stickers, key rings, magnets, and food items
∙ Kelly’s Market: Buy One Get One Free on an array of chocolate items
∙ Trinity: 50% off pillows
∙ Wild Oats and Billy Goats: 10% to 25% off select art and jewelry
∙ Aimee Jewelry and Fine Art Gallery: Sale on pearl rings and sterling silver butterfly wings jewelry collection

Look for more deals in our 24 participating stores. See the full list here: decaturga.com/terrific-thursdays.

 

 

🍷🍫🎟 Holiday Wine & Chocolate Walk:🍷🍫🎟

Nov. 14 • 6-9 p.m.∙ Downtown Decatur • Inside most of our 24 Terrific Thursdays participating shops including:
· Aimee Gallery
· Antlers & Wings
· Boutique Karma
· Float Atlanta
· Found Co.
· Green’s Fine Foods
· HomeGrown
· Kelly’s Market
· Kismet Fine Jewelry
· Little Shop of Stories (They’ll have cider too!)
· Olive Branch Wellness
· Sq/Ft
· Squash Blossom
· Tres Jolie Boutique
· Trinity Mercantile & Design
· Vivid Boutique
· Wild Oats & Billy Goats
· Pure Barre

Tickets are $10. Get yours now at https://www.freshtix.com/events/wine–chocolate-walk Or buy them on the square at 6 p.m.

✨BONUS Alert: Get a coupon for $1 off the 2019 City of Decatur ornament, and register to win one of several $50 gift cards from local restaurants or shops.

 

 

🚗 🚌 Rides on Us! 🚗 🚌
Enter today’s promo code, TERRIFIC14, in the Lyft app, and we’ll pay $10 toward your trip, 5-11 pm, to or from Downtown Decatur. Limited to the first 50 participants. Full details on the app.

And while you’re here, we’ve partnered with Let’s Ride Atlanta to whisk you between Decatur shopping hot spots in a mini electric shuttle. Free!

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