The Decatur Minute

FIGMENT Decatur has extended its deadline call for artists to July 24. Submit your ideas online here.

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The DeKalb History Center is having another lunch and learn event on July 21. Here are the details from the press release: 

Lunch & Learn: The Where, When and How of Doing Our Own Oral Histories

DeKalb History Center

Contact Melissa Forgey

404-373-1088 ext 22

How did Nana’s story go about Mom getting stuck in the trash can in Mrs. Turner’s second grade class?  How long was Eunice stuck on I-285 in the Blizzard of 2014? What do you mean Dad’s high school band marched around the Old Courthouse Square? With today’s digital devices it’s easy to conduct our own oral histories in formats easy to preserve and share as told or first remembered.  The July Lunch and Learn will focus on the basics needed to do oral histories of the people, places, things, life experiences, and events important in our daily lives sharing with present and future generations. And, these could be donated to the oral histories collection at the DeKalb History Center helping with its mission to collect, preserve and share the history of DeKalb County, Georgia.

Fred Mobley received his Master in Heritage Preservation-Public History Track from Georgia State University in August 2010.  His interest in oral histories and their value in preserving history began as an intern at the Kenan Research Center’s Cherokee Garden Library of the Atlanta History Center. Starting his second career as Archivist at the DeKalb History Center this past April, he’s keen to publicize the history center’s archival assets including its Oral Histories Collection. Having been raised in DeKalb County he knows this collection contains hidden gems of some of the fascinating participants and events in the history of DeKalb County. It’s an easy format for anyone to conduct their own oral histories once the key basics are known and an excellent source of local history preservation.

Tuesday, July 21, Noon – 1:00 p.m.

Historic DeKalb Courthouse, 101 E. Court Square, Decatur GA 30030, Second Floor

Free!  Bring your lunch.

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India Woodson shares the following information about an upcoming Decatur Trees 101 class:

Trees give us shade, clean our air and water, provide habitat for wildlife, and beautify our landscapes. The City of Decatur recognizes that all of us can contribute greatly to the health and structural integrity of these living treasures if we are empowered to recognize common problems and take proactive steps. Our goal is to help you help your trees and to provide that empowerment through education.

When: 10:00 am- 12 Noon  Saturday July 25, 2015

Where: Woodlands Gardens, 920 Scott Blvd, Decatur, GA 30030

How much: FREE (for 20 City of Decatur homeowners only)

How to sign up: Email India Woodson at India.Woodson@decaturga.com with your name, address and contact information (must have email response with seat number from me for verification)

City of Decatur Tree Ordinance Overview:  This session will explain the new ordinance, what it means to the average homeowner and show you how to measure the canopy of your trees.

Tree Identification: The first step in taking proper care of your trees is to know what you have. Decatur Trees 101 will guide you through the steps on how to develop an inventory of what is on your property. You will also learn the basic characteristics of trees that will help you identify the species of trees that you have.

Tree Planting and Maintenance: This information session will teach you how to choose the right species for your landscape and feel confident that you are planting it in a way that ensures success. If you have planted trees that are struggling with the transition to their new home, learn what it takes to direct your trees toward long productive lives.

Structural Pruning: Also known as ‘formative’ pruning, this method of care can provide surprising benefits. Decatur Trees 101 can take the mystery out of this technique and show you how easy it is to work pruning into your tree maintenance plan

Tree Walks (TBD): Get to know your local trees while getting to know your community. We will introduce the trees to you by name and explain the distinguishing features that make each species unique. These events are always interactive and participants are challenged to practice their newly acquired skills!

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Slide the City has announced that they will release a few hundred more tickets for the July 25th event tomorrow at 9am EST.  We expect these to sell out quickly, so plan to be on the computer at 9am

Click here to buy tickets

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If you would like to help place flags and/or flowers on the graves or memorials in the Decatur Cemetery for those who were killed while serving in the military as part of your Memorial Day Weekend activities, please contact Chris Billingsley at cbillingsley1823@gmail.com. You can also show up for any of the following:

6:00 p.m., Thursday, May 21
Place flags on graves. Meet at the Veteran’s Rock in the new cemetery (enter Church St. gate and go to area above pond).

6:00 p.m., Sunday, May 24
Place Flowers On Graves. Meet at Veterans’s Rock.

5:00 p.m., Monday, May 25
Brief Remembrance Ceremony. Afterwards volunteers will pick up all flags and flowers from graves.

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Tuesday, May 19 • 5:15-7 pm
Dalton Gallery • Dana Fine Arts Building • Agnes Scott College • 141 E. College Ave.

Be among the first to view an intriguing collection of paintings, prints, photographs, sculpture and mixed media selected by this year’s distinguished jury – Molly Rose Freeman, Ben Goldman, and Amanda Hellman. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. Held in conjunction with the May meeting of the Decatur Business Association. Free parking in the Agnes Scott Parking deck (entrance on South McDonough Street). Get a sneak peek and more info on the exhibition here.

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The dedication of the Beacon Municipal Center is Saturday, May 16. All are welcome and invited to join in the celebration.

Tours of the new police station, Ebster Recreation Center and City Schools of Decatur administrative offices will take place after the dedication ceremony.

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DeKalb County will hold a Fallen Police Officer Memorial tomorrow, May 6th from 10:00-11:00 am at the DeKalb History Center (Old Courthouse on the Square.)

The memorial service brings together surviving family members, police officers, elected officials, community groups and friends for a day to commemorate the lives of our fallen heroes. The event is open to the public and will include a 21 gun salute.

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Following the memorial, Kevin Dunbar will take the stage for the first Blue Sky concert of the spring. His sound is alternative/pop rock and can be compared to the sounds of John Mayer, Ray Lamontagne, The Blues Travelers, Dave Mathews Band, and Counting Crows.   Concerts are FREE to the public and begin at 12:00pm

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On Saturday, May 2 from 5PM-10PM the open spaces and vacant buildings along 4 blocks of E Howard Ave (between Trinity Ave and the Ice House lofts) will be transformed into a FREE, all ages participatory dance experience: danceDanceDANCE!  East Howard Avenue will be closed between North Candler Street and Hillyer Place. Parking is available at the Decatur Recreation Center at 231 Sycamore Street. See the attached flyer for a map.

At DDD! participants will be immersed in models of artist micro-housing, pop up stages, film projections and dancing in the streets. 310 East Howard Avenue will be transformed into a theater for live performance.  Artist Retail booths, curated by Root City Market, will be set up in ColorWheel at the east end of the street.

Highlights:

• Dance Performances by Zoetic Dance Ensemble, Decatur City Dance, Core Performance, Dance Brasil and many more
• Pop up Artist retail by Root City Market
• A life size model of an artist micro house
• Food & Drink from local restaurants
• Opportunities for you to dance!

This event is designed to launch a larger conversation around creating the Decatur EcoArts District. The goal of the district is to build inclusive communities by shaping neighborhood redevelopment so that it is environmentally sustainable with built in opportunities for creative expression. More information is available at www.zoeticdance.org

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Traffic & Parking
The event will run from 5pm-10pm. East Howard will be closed to vehicular traffic between North Candler Street and Hillyer Place beginning at 3PM on Saturday. See the attached map for the location of street barricades. There will be police officers on hand to direct traffic. We are encouraging all attendees to park at the DeKalb County parking deck on West Trinity or the Recreation Center parking deck off of Sycamore Street.

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