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This Weekend in Decatur: 2/9

Posted in Events, tagged on February 8, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This weekend in #decaturga: Books for sale, heart-to-heart art, European tastes on tap, and student art, too!

 

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Shop the Library Book Sale for thousands of fiction, non-fiction, and children’s books, CDs, and DVDs. Saturday, Feb. 9, 9 am-3 pm. Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St., lower level. Cash or check only. Information at facebook.com/events/338095770118213

 

Wild Oats and Billy Goats’ Heart-to-Heart Trunk Show lets you meet the artists, enjoy refreshments, and shop for your sweetie. Saturday, Feb. 9, 12-5 pm, 112 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. Information at facebook.com/WildOatsBillyGoats

 

Pull up a pint at the European Tap Takeover at Thinking Man Tavern in partnership with Goethe-Zentrum Atlanta. Saturday, Feb. 9, 6-11:30 pm, 537 W. Howard Ave. Information at facebook.com/events/484420072088047

 

View art by students at Westchester Elementary (758 Scott Blvd.) during an opening reception, Sunday, Feb. 10, 3-5 pm. Weeklong exhibitions at City Schools of Decatur pop up in partnership with Wild Oats and Billy Goats and Decatur Arts Alliance.

 

 
Find upcoming Decatur community events at visitdecaturgeorgia.com/plan/calendar-of-events and submit your own by contacting sherry.jackman@decaturga.com or renae.madison@decaturga.com

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This Week in Decatur: 2/4

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on February 4, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: State of the City, Hogwarts party, book talks, casino night, and more!

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Decatur’s State of the City Address has been rescheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 5, Decatur Conference Center, 130 Clairemont Ave. Reception at 5:15 pm; address begins at 6 pm. All are welcome!

 

Book talk: Author Tayari Jones discusses “An American Marriage,” Tuesday, Feb. 5 at 7 pm. First Baptist Church Decatur, 308 Clairemont Ave. Information at georgiacenterforthebook.org/Events/show.php?id=1069

 

Hogwarts Party! Brick Store Pub and Little Shop of Stories host a night of Harry Potter magic for all ages. Thursday, February 7 at 6 pm – wizarding robes encouraged. Information at facebook.com/events/325959321349040 and littleshopofstories.com/calendar/list _

 

Agnes Scott hosts Isabel Wilkerson Summit Signature Series Talk and Book Signing: “The Great Migration and Immigration” Thursday, Feb. 7 at 7 pm. Gaines Chapel, Presser Hall. Information at www.agnesscott.edu/featured-events/2019/02/summit-signature-isabel-wilkerson.html

 

Book talk: Author Devi Laskar discusses “The Atlas of Reds and Blues,” Thursday, Feb. 7 at 7:15 pm. Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. Information at georgiacenterforthebook.org/Events/show.php?id=1068

 

Glennwood’s Casino Night and Silent Auction raises money for the Glennwood PTA with a night on the town. Friday, Feb. 8, 7-10 pm. Holy Trinity Parish Episcopal Church, 515 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. Information at eventbrite.com/e/glennwoods-casino-night-silent-auction-tickets-50941361985

 

Get in on the Guinness Gilroy glassware giveaway every Friday in February at the Marlay House, 426 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Information at facebook.com/events/347055312691010/?event_time_id=347055319357676

 

Find upcoming Decatur community events at visitdecaturgeorgia.com/plan/calendar-of-events and submit your own by contacting sherry.jackman@decaturga.com or renae.madison@decaturga.com

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This Weekend in Decatur: 2/1

Posted in Events, tagged on February 1, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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This weekend in #decaturga: Brick Store cellar tour and English country dancing

Take a FREE tour of the extensive cellar at Brick Store Pub, learn about their history, their bottles, and the Belgian Bar. Saturday, Feb. 2 at 1 pm. 125 E. Court Sq. Information at facebook.com/events/538927336586485

Enjoy English country dancing in Decatur. First and third Sundays of the month, 2-5 pm at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. New dancers lesson 1:30-2 pm. $9. Information at ecdatlanta.org

Find upcoming Decatur community events at visitdecaturgeorgia.com/plan/calendar-of-events and submit your own by contacting sherry.jackman@decaturga.com or renae.madison@decaturga.com
 

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Friday Night Lyfts in Decatur

Posted in Events, Retail & Restaurants, tagged on February 1, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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Every Friday night in February get $5 off your Lyft to and from Decatur

Explore shops, sips, art, music, award-winning restaurants and more with Lyft promos every Friday in February. Fun! Enter the day’s code in the Lyft app *before* you request your ride, enjoy the savings, and skip the parking. 🚗✨See details below and at decaturga.com/lyft

The Promo Codes
2/1: FRIDEC0201
2/8: FRIDEC0208
2/15: FRIDEC0215
2/22: FRIDEC0222

The Fine Print
1. You must enter the promo code in the Promo section of the Lyft app BEFORE you request your ride. The applied credit will display on the ride payment screen. (You must be in “Personal” mode for the code to apply.2. Pick-up/drop-off zones. See the full coverage area in the Lyft app or use these specific locations:

For 2/1:
101 E. Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
335 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
Harmony Park, Oakview Rd, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
245 E Trinity Pl, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
906 W College Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, USA

For 2/8:
101 E. Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
335 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
Harmony Park, Oakview Rd, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
245 E Trinity Pl, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
902 W College Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, USA

For 2/15:
Harmony Park, Oakview Rd, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
1042 W College Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
130 Clairemont Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
308 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA, 30030 USA
303 E Howard Ave, Decatur, GA, 30030, USA

For 2/22:
Harmony Park, Oakview Rd, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
1042 W College Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
130 Clairemont Ave, Decatur, GA 30030, USA
335 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, GA, 30030 USA
308 E Howard Ave, Decatur, GA, 30030, USA

3. You must request a Lyft within the timeframe: 5-11 pm

4. The promo code credit is $5 total for the entire event. Any additional charges or tips will be charged to the credit or debit card on your Lyft account.

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This Week in Decatur: 1/28

Posted in Events, tagged on January 28, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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This week in #decaturga: Books, dance, and Decatur’s State of the City

Soniah Kamal discusses “Unmarriageable” – Pride and Prejudice in Pakistan. Monday, Jan. 28, 7:15-9 pm at the Decatur Library / Georgia Center for the Book, 215 Sycamore St. Information at facebook.com/events/334495654051684

Decatur’s State of the City address looks at where we are and what’s next during this month’s Decatur Business Association meeting. Tuesday, Jan. 29 at Decatur Conference Center, 130 Clairemont Ave. Networking reception starts at 5:15 pm, address/meeting begins at 6 pm. All are welcome. Information at decaturdba.com

Core Dance presents “American Playground” and “The Third Dance” Jan. 31 through Feb. 3, 7:30 pm, at 7 Stages, 1105 Euclid Ave. NE, Atlanta. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Information at coredance.org. (Photo by Efrat Mazor)

Contra dance the night away! Every Friday night, 8-10:45 p.m. at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. New dancers lesson 7:30-8 p.m. $10. Information at contradance.org

Find upcoming Decatur community events at visitdecaturgeorgia.com/plan/calendar-of-events and submit your own by contacting sherry.jackman@decaturga.com or renae.madison@decaturga.com

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This Weekend in Decatur: 1/27

Posted in Events, tagged on January 25, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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This weekend in #decaturga: Community orchestra performance, student art opening, special Foxeria del Sol brunch, and English country dancing, too!

Czech out the Atlanta Musicians Orchestra’s performance of Dvořák’s Symphony Number 8 and Glinka’s Waltz Fantasie. Sunday, Jan. 27 at 3 pm at First Christian Church of Decatur, 601 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Information at amorch.com

View art by Kristie O’Neal’s students at Renfroe Middle School (220 W. College Ave.) during an opening reception, Sunday, Jan. 27, 3-5 pm. Weeklong exhibitions at City Schools of Decatur pop up in partnership with Wild Oats and Billy Goats and Decatur Arts Alliance.

Foxeria del Sol Brunch Pop-up brings Taqueria del Sol and Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q together for deliciousness and a good cause. Sunday, Jan. 27, 11:30 am-3 pm at Taqueria del Sol, 359 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Information at www.facebook.com/events/2172703639714196

Enjoy English country dancing in Decatur. First and third Sundays of the month, 2-5 pm at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. New dancers lesson 1:30-2 pm. $9. Information at ecdatlanta.org
 

Find upcoming Decatur community events at visitdecaturgeorgia.com/plan/calendar-of-events and submit your own by contacting sherry.jackman@decaturga.com or renae.madison@decaturga.com

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This Week in Decatur: 1/21

Posted in Events, tagged on January 21, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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This week in #decaturga: Tuesday City Commission meeting, community stormwater discussion, and art on view

Decatur’s City Commission meets tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 22 at 7:30 pm at City Hall, 509 N. McDonough St. in an open session. Everyone is welcome! 
 

Deep dive on city stormwater issues, regulations, and possibilities. Wednesday, Jan. 23, 6-8 pm at Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. Information at decaturnext.com/stormwater 

 
Aimée Gallery hosts “Sticking Together,” a showcase of collage art, with an opening reception this Thursday, Jan. 24, 6-9 pm. 335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave., Suite B. Information at aimee-jewelry-and-fine-art-gallery.com

 
“Expanding Civil Rights: Women of the Movement” special exhibit is on view at the Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St., through Thursday, Jan. 24 during regular library hours. Curated by Mike Glenn, former NBA player, from his vast collection of rare books, newspapers and magazines that document African American history and culture. Information at dekalblibrary.org/news/mike-glenns-expanding-civil-rights-women-of-the-movement-exhibit-comes-to-decatur-library

 
Contra dance the night away! Every Friday night, 8-10:45 p.m. at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. New dancers lesson 7:30-8 p.m. $10. Information at contradance.org

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This Weekend in Decatur: 1/20

Posted in Events, tagged on January 18, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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This weekend in #decaturga: An art show at Renfroe and English country dancing, too!

 

View art by Chris Kanne’s students at Renfroe Middle School (220 W. College Ave.) during an opening reception, Sunday, Jan. 20, 3-5 pm. Weeklong exhibitions at City Schools of Decatur pop up in partnership with Wild Oats and Billy Goats and Decatur Arts Alliance.

 

Enjoy English country dancing in Decatur. First and third Sundays of the month, 2-5 pm at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. New dancers lesson 1:30-2 pm. $9. Information at ecdatlanta.org

 

Find upcoming Decatur community events at visitdecaturgeorgia.com/plan/calendar-of-events and submit your own by contacting sherry.jackman@decaturga.com or renae.madison@decaturga.com

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Calling All Volunteers

Posted in Events on January 15, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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Volunteer for the MLK Service Project and join 1,000+ community members doing good this weekend! Anyone can serve – from leaf rakers to certified carpenters – to help our older residents live safely, comfortably and affordably in their homes with home repairs and yardwork, free of charge. Sign up for one or more volunteer shifts this long weekend at mlkserviceproject.com and lend a hand:
• Saturday, Jan. 19: 9 am-1 and 1-5 pm
• Sunday, Jan. 20: 1-5 pm
• Monday, Jan. 21: 9 am-1 and 1-5 pm

 

You can make a difference – there are jobs for every skill level. Visit mlkserviceproject.com or contact Lee Ann Harvey at 770-652-8593 or leeann.harvey@decaturga.com for more information. Volunteers will weatherize, add handicap-accessible features, replace rotten wood, paint, do yard work and much more. Businesses, neighborhood associations, places of worship, civic organizations and individuals are invited to sign up to volunteer. (Must be 12 years or older. Youth groups must register in advance)

 

Volunteers meet at The Solarium, 321 W. Hill Street in Oakhurst, 30 minutes before the start of their shift. Breakfast and lunch are provided on Saturday and Monday. A celebration dinner will be held at The Solarium on Monday, Jan 21 at 5:00 p.m.

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This Week in Decatur: 1/14

Posted in Events, tagged on January 14, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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This week in #decaturga: Raise a glass to Camp Fire victims, learn local health care history, and look back at L.L. Wyatt’s watch over Greene County.
Support California’s Camp Fire victims with a drink at the Brick Store Pub (125 E. Court Sq.), Tuesday, Jan. 15. They’ll be pouring Sierra Nevada’s Resilience IPA and donating a dollar for every beer. Information at facebook.com/events/760672267630924

 

Dive into 125 years of Grady and the health care history of DeKalb during a FREE lunch-and-learn talk at the DeKalb History Center (101 E. Court Sq.), Tuesday, Jan. 15, 12-1 p.m. BYO-lunch. Information at dekalbhistory.org/dekalb_history_center_events-programs.htm

 

Participate in an open house and workshop for Atlanta Avenue railroad crossing improvements. All are welcome to drop in! Atlanta Friends Meeting House (701 W. Howard Ave.) Wednesday, Jan. 16, 4:30- 7:30 p.m. Information at http://www.decaturga.com/Home/Components/News/News/837/

 

Join Decatur’s Mayor Emerita Mary Elizabeth Wilson and author Claire Underwood Hertzler as they discuss The High Sheriff of Greene and growing up in Greene County, Georgia under legendary lawman L.L. Wyatt’s watch. Part of the DeKalb History Center’s ongoing Hops at the History Center book signings and sips series. Wednesday, Jan. 16, 5:30-7:30 p.m. at 101 E. Court Sq. Tickets: $5 members, $10 non-members; includes one drink ticket with the option to purchase more. Information at dekalbhistory.org/dekalb_history_center_events-programs.htm

 

Find upcoming Decatur community events at visitdecaturgeorgia.com/plan/calendar-of-events

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