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This Weekend in Decatur: 6/1

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on May 31, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This weekend in #decaturga: School’s out. Peaches are in!

 

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Pick up peaches and other summer’s-here goodies at Decatur Farmers Market. Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm at 308 Clairemont Ave., on the front lawn at the corner of Commerce Street. They DOUBLE SNAP/EBT dollars, so everyone can shop high-quality, community-grown food. Yum. cfmatl.org/decatur (The market runs on Wednesdays, too, 4-7 pm.) Peaches and picture by Pearson Farm.

 

English Country Dance Atlanta hosts biweekly dances on the first and third Sundays of the month. Join them this summer for an engaging, active, air-conditioned activity! New dancers lessons start at 1:30 pm. 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: 5/27

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on May 27, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Community celebrations, art party, and local history

 

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Note: City of Decatur offices are closed today in honor of Memorial Day.

 

Join the Community of South Decatur in a ribbon-cutting celebration rededicating the Elizabeth Wilson Building, a historic part of the Solarium at Historic Scottish Rite. Tuesday, May 28, 3:45 pm at 321 W. Hill St. in Oakhurst. Enjoy refreshments, a message from Ms. Wilson, and a tour of the building. RSVP: contact@thesolarium.com

 

The Decatur Housing Authority honors and celebrates students who shine during their annual Excellence Awards Ceremony, and the whole Decatur community is invited! Wednesday, May 29, 5-7 pm at Ebster Recreation Center, 105 Electric Ave.

 

Aimee Jewelry and Fine Art Gallery hosts “Inspirations,” a group exhibition with an opening reception Wednesday, May 29, 6-8 pm at 335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave, Suite B. Work from ten local and international artists on view throughout the summer. aimeejewelryandgallery.com

 

Last call for High Noon History this month. Lunchtime local history tours from the DeKalb History Center offer a chance to stretch your legs during your lunch break and learn about Decatur’s downtown square. Meet at noon at 101 E. Court Sq. and BYO-sandwich. Free for DHC members; $3 for non-members.

 

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: 5/25

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on May 24, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This weekend in #decaturga: An absolute ART-splosion.

 

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The Decatur Arts Festival sweeps across Decatur, Saturday, 10 am-6 pm and Sunday, 11 am-5 pm with 150+ artists market booths, live musical, comical, and dance pop-up performances, kids festival (Saturday, 9:30-2 at Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St.) and so much more. All FREE, all fun. decaturartsfestival.com

 

Skip the parking – cycle instead! Bike Valet service at Decatur Arts Festival lets you roll right up to the square at N. McDonough St. and drop off your bike for FREE with an attendant for the day. Learn more at decaturartsfestival.com/festival/bike-valet

 

The Friends of the Decatur Library host a Book Sale this Saturday, May 26 from 9-3 inside the library (out of the heat!) on the lower level, 215 Sycamore St. Shop every genre (including CDs and DVDs) and support your local library with the proceeds.

 

But wait, there’s more. Saturday’s FREE Concert on the Square features Afterglow – bringing a powerful sound to Decatur’s downtown square at 7 pm. Hosted by the Decatur Business Association. decaturdba.com/events/concerts-on-the-square

 

Free gift promotion at Vivid Boutique starts this weekend. Spend $40 at Vivid Boutique and receive a FREE pair of artful earrings as a customer appreciation gift! It’s Vivid’s way of saying, “Thanks!” and helping you sparkle for summer. Now through June. 308 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. See full offer details at facebook.com/VividBoutique/offers

 

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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Spotlight on Upcoming Art Events

Posted in Art & Culture, Events on May 21, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

Spotlight on ART! Art happens here, now, and *especially* this weekend. The Decatur Arts Festival comes Memorial Day weekend and brings plenty of pre-festival fun with it:

 

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Fine Arts Exhibition opening TONIGHT. Tuesday, May 21, 5:15-7 pm at the Dalton Gallery at Agnes Scott College, Dana Fine Arts Building, 141 E. College Ave. Enjoy this juried multimedia exhibition featuring regional and national artists, on view through June 16.

 

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Dive into literary arts with author talks and a YA live variety game show.
  • Tuesday, May 21, Karin Slaughter and Alafair Burke present a new psychological thriller
  • Wednesday, May 22, a panel discussion on author Pat Conroy’s legacy
  • Thursday, May 23, YATL presents a new installment of their young adult literature inspired gameshow, talk show, music mash-up.
Details for all events at decaturartsfestival.com

 

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Artwalk brings pop-up art shows, demos, music, snacks, and drinks to 18 ARTSPOT locations around town. Free and open to the public.
  • Dalton Gallery
  • Aimee Jewelry and Fine Arts Gallery
  • Atlanta Shakespeare Tavern
  • Butter & Cream
  • Core Dance
  • Different Trains Gallery 1 and 2
  • Georgia Center for the Book
  • HomeGrown Decatur
  • Little Shop of Stories
  • Olive Branch
  • Sq/Ft
  • Squash Blossom
  • Sycamore Place Gallery
  • Trinity Mercantile & Design
  • Vivid Boutique
  • Wild Oats & Billy Goats
  • Worthmore Jewelers
Full details at decaturartsfestival.com

 

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Drumroll please… The annual Decatur Arts Festival happens this weekend, May 25-26, with an expansive artist market, live music lineup, children’s festival, comedy, literary, and dance events, and more. decaturartsfestival.com

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This Week in Decatur: 5/20

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on May 20, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: City budget sessions, author talks, and senior cycling

 

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Decatur’s fiscal year 2019-2020 budget moves forward with work sessions and public hearing opportunities. Join in the FUN!-ding of your local government.
  • Monday, May 20: Formal budget presentation to the City Commission; 7:30 pm at Decatur City Hall.
  • Wednesday, May 22: Copies of the budget available at Decatur City Hall, Decatur Library, and online at decaturga.com/budget.
  • Monday, June 3: Save the date! Work session and public hearing; 7:30 pm at Decatur City Hall.

 

Lunch and Learn: Cabbagetown – Learn more about one of America’s last 19th century mill town communities and its dynamic history during this free lunchtime discussion. Tuesday, May 21, 12-1 at the DeKalb History Center, 101 E. Court Sq. Hosted by The Patch Works Art and History Center and DeKalb History Center. BYO-Lunch. facebook.com/events/424669658324180

 

Hops at the History Center features Elizabeth Cobbs and The Tubman Command as part of DeKalb History Center’s ongoing author series. Wednesday, May 22, 5:30-8 at DeKalb History Center, 101 E. Court Sq. Tickets: $5 for DHC members, $10 for non-members; includes book discussion, signing, and a drink ticket.

 

Gathered and Grounded offers an open-book look at depression through a graphic novel memoir with a special author event featuring Maggie Thrash and Lost Soul, Be at Peace. Wednesday, May 22, 7-9 pm at 533 W. Howard Ave. Suite F. facebook.com/events/526254397903001

 

Senior Bike Ride! Friday, May 24 at 10 am join Decatur Active Living as they step off from Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St., for a slow-paced ride geared toward seniors. BYO-bike and helmet.

 

High Noon History continues at the DeKalb History Center with local history lunchtime tours every Friday in May. Information at dekalbhistory.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: 5/17

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on May 17, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This weekend in #decaturga: Hair love, beer tastings with a twist, free funk, and Ramadan story time.

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Kick off summer reading with Little Shop and HAIR LOVE tonight! Friday, May 17, starting at 4 pm, join in reading program sign-ups for families, kids, teens, and adults, and a book signing with Matthew A. Cherry and Vashti Harrison, creators of Hair Love. 133 E. Court Sq. facebook.com/events/430240541121623

 

Craft beer meets 5K. Three Taverns hosts 3T5K tomorrow, Saturday, May 18, and it’s not too late to sign up! 5K and Fun Run events, plus beer tasting, BBQ, live music, and prizes. Information at facebook.com/events/335821033703476 and iwelife.com/3t5k.html

 

All NEW Buildings, Art & Brew Pub Crawl features six local establishments, their architectural history, and their delicious drinks. Saturday, May 18 starting at noon in Oakhurst. Public art, trolley ride, and fun facts included. Tickets $40, $20 for DDs. freshtix.com/events/buildings-art-and-brew

 

FREE Concerts on the Square every Saturday in May! This week it’s Diggity, with a whole lotta funk. Grab a local bite with buddies and bring a blanket to Decatur’s downtown square. Show starts at 7.

 

Ramadan Mubarak! Little Shop of Stories hosts a special Ramadan Story Time honoring this month-long holiday and pillar of Islam. Sunday, May 19, 2-3 pm at 133 E. Court Sq. Open to all. facebook.com/events/589556181537764

 

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: 5/13

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on May 13, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: MLK Service Project dine-out for a difference, book release dinner party, free concerts, and more!

 

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Raise a fork, fix a home! Restaurants 4 Repairs lets you earn money for Decatur’s MLK Service Project just by dining out Tuesday, May 14. All day at The Corner Pub, Raging Burrito and Taco, Parker’s on Ponce, The White Bull, Big Tex, Café Lily, Dog Towne Franks, ebrik, Farm Burger, Grind House, Kelly’s Market, Leon’s Full Service, The Marlay House, Mexcalito’s Cantina, Mojo Pizza Pub, Scout, The Square Pub, Steinbeck’s, Sushi Avenue, Taiyo, and Universal Joint. mlkserviceproject.com
 

 

Come out to INDIAN-ish – a five-course cookbook release dinner party at Chai Pani. Tuesday, May 14 at 6:30 pm, enjoy a cocktail and full meal inspired by Priya Krishna’s new cookbook INDIAN-ish, a signed copy, and Spicewalla goodies to take home. Tickets: $90 at indianish.splashthat.com. 
 

 

Harpist Susan Ottzen and clarinetist Don Erdman put on a FREE concert at the Decatur Library, Tuesday, May 14, 7-8 pm at 215 Sycamore St., with jazz, blues, and classical selections. Hosted by Friends of the Decatur Library
 

 

Enjoy a FREE Blue Sky Concert on the square this Wednesday, May 15 at noon featuring Jason Pomar. Hosted by the Decatur Business Association.
 

 

Meet YA fantasy author Stephanie Garber on her Finale book tour. Wednesday, May 15, 7-8 pm at the Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. Hosted by Little Shop of Stories and the Georgia Center for the Book. FREE and open to the public. facebook.com/events/2010083142446921 
 

 

Join Decatur Active Living for the Third Friday Bike Ride. Friday, May 17. Leave from the Decatur Recreation Center at 6:30 pm. Celebrate National Bike Month with a 6-mile, social pace, no-drop ride around town with a stop at a local watering hole afterward. BYO-helmet. facebook.com/events/1196989563815162
 

 

High Noon History continues every Friday this month, with historic walking tours of Decatur’s downtown square hosted by DeKalb History Center. Meet at noon in the lobby of the historic courthouse, 101 E. Court Sq., for a 45-minute lunchtime tour. dekalbhistory.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: 5/11

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on May 10, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This weekend in #decaturga: Mom gets a treat, roaring twenties take the stage, and Decatur history stretches its legs.

 

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NEW Mother’s Day Pop Up offers a day out for Mom, or an opportunity to pick up just the right gift! Enjoy a yoga class, chair massage, crafted drinks, and kids crafts all for free. Shop cookie sandwiches, foodie indulgences, floral bouquets, and books, too. Saturday, May 11, 9-2 on Decatur’s downtown square. visitdecaturgeorgia.com/see-do-play/mother-s-day-pop-up

 

This Saturday’s Concert on the Square features Tray Dahl and The Jugtime Ragband – “We play good songs with a few miles on ’em.” Enjoy the FREE concert Saturday, May 11, starting at 7 pm on Decatur’s downtown square. jugtimeragband.com

 

Stroll the grounds of Decatur Cemetery with a history who’s who tour from Friends of Decatur Cemetery as their monthly Second Sunday Cemetery Stroll season kicks off. Sunday, May 12 at 2:30. Meet at the gazebo near the Commerce Drive gate. facebook.com/FriendsOfDecaturCemetery

 

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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Spotlight on Upcoming Art Events

Posted in Art & Culture, Events on May 9, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

Spotlight on ART! May is Art Month in Decatur, with events all month long and the Big One (the Decatur Art Festival) on Memorial Day weekend. Here’s what’s coming up:

 

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2019 Festival Poster Unveiling TONIGHT, May 9, 5:30-7:30 at the Solarium in Oakhurst, 321 W. Hill St. See the poster created by artist Amanda Bennett, bring home a copy, and enjoy an evening of music, refreshments, and fun. FREE. decaturartsfestival.com/festival/poster-unveiling

 

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The Lantern Parade is this Friday night! Light up a lantern and line up at Color Wheel Studio, 508 E. Howard Ave., at 8 pm. Or just marvel as the magic steps off at 9 and parades to the square. Perfect for families, photographers… Anyone with eyeballs, really. decaturlanternparade.com / decaturartsfestival.com/festival-events/lantern-parade

 

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NEW this year: Buildings, Art and Brew Pub Crawl. Get tickets now for an afternoon of historic architecture, public art, and craft beer on Saturday, May 18. Tickets and information at decaturartsalliance.org/buildings-art-and-brew

 

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Mother’s Day Pop Up on the Square

Posted in Events, Retail & Restaurants on May 8, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

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Bring Mom to the square this Saturday for yoga, flowers, massages, mocktails, and more! Our Mother’s Day Pop Up offers the perfect way to celebrate the mothers of Decatur with local businesses Gathered and Grounded, Natural Body Spa, The White Bull, Jimella’s Cookies, Bloom Floral Design, Splash of Olive, and Little Shop of Stories (with story time and crafts for the kiddos!) Saturday, May 11, 9-2 on Decatur’s downtown square.

 

Moms – Get a gal-pal group together and make a day of it! (Hello, free chair massages…) There’s plenty of time to be Mom on Mother’s Day, right?

 

Free yoga class starts at 9 am on the east end of the plaza. Find more information at visitdecaturgeorgia.com/see-do-play/mother-s-day-pop-up #decaturga #mothersday

 

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