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Starting This Weekend in Decatur: Bye Bye Birdie at St. Thomas More

September 8, 2014 by Catherine

Bye Bye Birdie at STM front

Watch as small town Sweet Apple, Ohio goes into an uproar when Elvis-like icon Conrad Birdie has a contest to kiss one girl in America before shipping off in the Army. Full of fun 50’s rock and roll, several dozen hysterical teen girls, poodle skirts and saddle oxfords, a few New Yorkers, and a “greasy, bongo-playing heartthrob,” this show will have kids tapping their feet and adults enjoying its nostalgic charm. You’ll recognize some of the most famous songs in musical theater, including “Put On a Happy Face,” and the lively “A Lot of Livin’ to Do.”

Second and third weekends in September, September 12-14, and 19-21, 2014
Fridays and Saturdays at 8:00 p.m.
Sunday matinees at 2:00 p.m. 

More information: http://www.stmgaparish.org/stewardship/parish-life/stm-theatre-ministry/
Directions: http://www.stmgaparish.org/about-stm/contact-us/
All performances at St Thomas More, Decatur, GA, in the Notre Dame de Namur Center behind the church.

 

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Decatur Police now in new headquarters

September 8, 2014 by Casie Yoder, PIO

As of 8:00 a.m. today, the administrative, patrol, investigations and communications divisions of the Decatur Police Department is located back at 420 West Trinity Place, Decatur, GA 30030. For now, Decatur Municipal Court is still located at 120 West Trinity Place.

The temporary offices located at 250 East Ponce de Leon Avenue, Suite T130 and 314-C Church Street are closed. If you have any trouble locating the office you need, please call the police non-emergency number for assistance: 404-373-6551.

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The Place on Ponce starts leasing tomorrow

September 7, 2014 by Casie Yoder, PIO

Just a quick reminder that The Place on Ponce will start leasing Phase 1 (28 units) tomorrow. This is a residential and retail project located on the corner of West Ponce de Leon Avenue and Ponce de Leon Place.

 The Place will feature contemporary one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments and 10,000 square feet of street-level retail space. Amenities will include a 4,000 square-foot resident clubroom, a 1,700 square-foot fitness center, resort-style pool, dog spa, bike repair station and two outdoor courtyards. Phase I is scheduled for delivery in November, with the remainder to be completed in summer 2015.

For more information about The Place, visit ThePlaceonPonce.com.

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Concert on the Square, Saturday night

September 5, 2014 by Katie

Join us on the Square from 7:00-9:30pm on Saturday, Sept. 6th 

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Front porch is a trio of multi-instrumentalists performing unique, original arrangements of classic and southern rock, and top 40 covers. They incorporate piano, guitar, percussion, trumpet, stand up-double bass and banjo. The band consists of professional musicians Brian Bisky, Kevin Scott Cook, and Christopher Alan Yates, all of whom have been working and playing together for years, most recently as the supporting band for Ed Roland and the Sweet Tea Project.

Note from the Concerts Committee:
Front Porch came to the rescue last year at Decatur Greenfest, closing out the night with their original brand of covers. They did an amazing job on a moment’s notice and we expect more of the same this September.

 

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Weigh in on green buildings via Open City Hall

September 4, 2014 by Lena

Last week we posted 3 questions about the Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) on Open City Hall.  Thank you to everyone who participated and left us their feedback.

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We’re wrapping up our online polling with questions about how the UDO should handle high performance (green) buildings. The proposed UDO includes new high performance standards for both residential and commercial buildings.

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The proposal would require some manner of third-party green building certification for new construction or substantial renovations that exceed 50% of a building’s pre-renovation market value.  It would also require new construction buildings to achieve higher tightness standards, making them less leaky than Georgia Residential Energy Code currently allows.

Go to the city’s Open City Hall page now to learn more and let us know what you think. The questions close Sept. 14 at 11:59 p.m.

 

For more information:

Draft High Performance Building Ordinance Language – this is the proposed code language that would be included in the Draft 2 of the Unified Development Ordinance to be released in late September.

High Performance Buildings Overview– Highlights the background and main components of the proposal.

High Performance Buildings Examples– Provides a few examples of green building projects here in Decatur and the associated costs.

 

 

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Siren Test Today

September 3, 2014 by Meredith

UPDATE (9/3/14 3:45 P.M.) – Due to the likelihood of a pop up storm or two this afternoon and evening, the test has been postponed until tomorrow.

Today is the first Wednesday of September so we’ll be testing the tornado outdoor warning sirens at 5:00 p.m. The test should last approximately one minute. Should the weather become inclement, the test will be postponed until Thursday, 4 September 2014.

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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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New Reiki in Decatur

September 3, 2014 by Catherine

Darshana Patel, Reiki Master / Energy Healer and Spiritual Activist for Unscripted Way, launches healing and transformation services in Decatur and Metro Atlanta, Georgia.

Patel specializes in energy alignment to help adults and children attain optimal health, joy, and vitality.  Integrating multiple traditions including Reiki, Shamanism, and Vedism, Patel facilitates the release of limiting energetic patterns that can affect a person emotionally, mentally, or physically.

Patel practices by appointment only at Expression Chiropractic, 103 North McDonough St., Decatur, Georgia 30030.  To schedule a session or to learn more about upcoming events, visit http://www.unscriptedway.com or call 678.532.7743.

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Blue Sky Concerts begin today!

September 3, 2014 by Katie

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Scene of the Crime

Formed in 2012, Scene of the Crime can be found playing at a variety of festivals and benefits throughout the city. With Ben Wulkan on guitar, Matt Kessler on Bass, Bella Savignano on keyboard, Bennett Stone on drums and Max Patterson on vocals, this group of young musicians gets their inspiration from Chicago Joe Jones, playing mostly blues and classic rock. Scene of the Crime was the People’s Choice Winner of the 2012 Atlanta Blues Challenge.

Note from the Concerts Committee:
These youngsters won over the DBA Concerts Committee with the unbelievable talent they possess.

 See you on the Square at noon today!

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Labor Day week sanitation schedule

August 29, 2014 by Casie Yoder, PIO

Just a quick reminder that Monday, Sept. 1 is the Labor Day holiday. All city buildings will be closed and there will be no solid waste or recycling pick up. Instead, Monday’s solid waste and recycling collection route will be serviced on Tuesday and Tuesday’s collection route will be serviced on Wednesday.

Have a safe and fun three day weekend!

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This Weekend in Decatur: DBF and More

August 29, 2014 by Catherine

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  • Plan out your Decatur Book Festival weekend by visiting the official site or following along @dbookfestival on Twitter.
  • Miss Mingei World Arts downtown Decatur location? Then stop by their book festival booth on the square this weekend on Ponce de Leon Avenue!
  • Visit Sycamore Gallery to see its newest exhibit The Artful Dodger featuring works by Greg Painter. Call ahead at 404-377-7747.
  • Remember, Parker’s on Ponce offers its slow-roasted prime rib every Sunday.
  • Check out the Book as Art exhibit at the Art Institute of Atlanta-Decatur Gallery during the Decatur Book Festival.
  • Get 40% off on apparel at Big Peach Running through this Saturday.

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