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Santa will be in Decatur this week!

December 13, 2011 by Katie

Come and join us on the Square in Decatur on Thursday night for the Bonfire and Marshmallow roast on the last Terrific Thursday of the year! Live music, singing, roasting marshmallows…and best of all…Santa!  The festivities run from 7-8pm so make sure to mark your calendar. And while you are at it, click here to buy your tickets for the Breakfast with Santa which will be held on Saturday morning in the cafeteria at Decatur High School. There are only a few tickets left…$7 for children and $12 for adults. Your ticket includes breakfast, a photo with Santa, a gift bag, and lots of other great holiday goodies!

Both of these terrific events are brought to you by the Decatur Business Association-check them out here.

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Hidden Cove Park Brochures

December 12, 2011 by Catherine

Third graders at Clairemont Elementary School recently completed a study of the geology at Hidden Cove Park and Peavine Creek and prepared brochures documenting their studies as well as recommendations on how to keep the park clean and safe for humans and wildlife.  Examples of their work are illustrated below:

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Deck the Halls…

December 12, 2011 by Katie

 

…and the trees, fences, front doors, and windows! Don’t forget to email us here at events@decaturga.com to nominate houses for the Holiday Decorate Decatur contest. The judges will be out on Sunday evening making their decisions so be sure to let us know where to take them.

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December Tornado Siren Test

December 6, 2011 by Meredith

UPDATE: Due to the wind advisory issued by the NWS, the test has been postponed until tomorrow, 8 December 2011, at 5:00 p.m.

 

Tomorrow is the first Wednesday of December 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  tomorrow, the test will be postponed until  Thursday, 8 December 2011.

If you have questions or want more information about the siren system, check out the Siren page on the City’s website or contact Assistant City Manager Tony Parker at 404-370-4102.

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Join us for Terrific Thursdays while your kids enjoy a Night at the Museum

December 6, 2011 by Katie

 

“A Night at the Museum”  December 8th, 2011

Music, Magic and Holiday Craft!

Children ages 7-12 are invited to join the DeKalb History Center for a Night at the Museum!  Parents can enjoy an evening out shopping or dining in Decatur, on a Terrific Thursday.  Your child will be entertained with music and storytelling by local favorite Caroline Herring, a magic performance from Stuart Zola, a holiday craft activity and a light snack.

Drop off is 5:30 – 6:00 p.m. and pick up is 8:00 p.m.

$5 for DeKalb History Center members and $10 for non-members

Registration is required. For a form or more details contact Leslie at dhs@dekalbhistory.org or call 404-373-1088 extension 20.

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Winter Weather Awareness Week

December 5, 2011 by Meredith

Today starts Winter Weather Awareness Week in Georgia. With temperatures in the 60s, it’s hard to believe that chilly temps (and perhaps some snow and ice) are just around the corner. However, if you remember the winter storm we experienced in January, you don’t need me to tell you that ice is one of the major winter weather problems in the state and across the Southeast. Even though the Climate Prediction Center is forecasting a warmer and drier winter in the coming months, we will have to wait and see what this year brings.

For more information on Winter Weather Awareness Week (December 5-9, 2011) and what you can do to prepare for winter weather emergencies, check out the National Weather Service’s Winter Weather Awareness Week page.

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Neighborhood Luminaries

December 5, 2011 by Catherine

Attention Neighborhoods: If you would like a load of sand to use for luminaries for your neighborhood, call 678-553-6573 or email katie.abel@decaturga.com by Dec. 9. You must have a space large enough to accommodate a load of sand and the truck delivering it. Sand will be delivered the week of Dec. 12.

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This Weekend: Antique Jewelry Roadshow at Worthmore

December 2, 2011 by Catherine

On Saturday and Sunday, Worthmore Jewelers on East Court Square is hosting its very own Antique Jewelry Roadshow. Worthmore has an antique jewelry buyer who travels the country in search of treasures and will be at the shop with special selections of one-of-a-kind estate jewelry. You can also bring in pieces you already own and want to know more about. So, go dig out Aunt Ethel and Uncle Joe’s favorite pieces and bring them in!

To add to the excitement, Paul Brown, the star of Discovery Channel’s show Auction Kings will be on hand Saturday from 1 to 2 p.m. to add his knowledge of all things collectible.

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Decatur Tour of Homes Starts Tonight!

December 2, 2011 by Katie

The 29th annual Decatur Holiday Candlelight Tour of Homes kicks off tonight at 5:30pm in the classic Decatur neighborhoods of Winona Park and Glendale Estates. Don’t worry if you haven’t purchased your tickets already-just pop on over to Seventeen Steps, Oakhurst Market, Bicycle South, or Intown Ace Hardware today. You can also purchase tickets online here.

Once you buy your tickets, come and Park and Party with us! Park at one of the three shuttle stops, grab a bite and beverage at your favorite restaurant, and then hop on the shuttle and let us do the driving!

The Tour of Homes benefits four of Decatur’s finest non-profit groups: The Decatur Education Foundation, The Oakhurst Community Garden Project, the DeKalb History Center, and the Mary Miller Youth Fund.  One hundred percent of the proceeds from this tour go directly to these great organizations. We have a fabulous tour in store for you, so see you this weekend!

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Decatur Scores in Best of Atlanta Picks

November 29, 2011 by Linda

Atlanta Magazine’s 32nd annual “Best of” Atlanta issue hit the newstands and Decatur shops, spas, restaurants, and temporary art projects scored in several categories.  Editor Steve Fennessy explains in his column that beginning six months ago, the magazine sent out a team of editors, reporters, and contributing writers across the city to determine the best.  They went anonymously and paid their own way, Steve explains, thus resulting in an objective, comprehensive listing. 

I encourage you to pick up your copy of the December issue today and in the meantime, here is how Decatur rated Best:

Restaurant Relocation – Cakes & Ale
Best New Restaurants – No. 246
New Food Trucks – W.O.W.! – Duck’s Cosmic Kitchen
No Excuses Exercise – Walk for Lunch
New Tri & Cycle Spot – Decatur Bikes

Inducted into the Hall of Fame were:
Dine & Drink – Taqueria del Sol
Play & Thrive – Jazmin Spa
See & Scene – Eddie’s Attic

Reader’s Survey:
Gifts – Heliotrope
Yoga Studio – Decatur Yoga & Pilates
Sports Bar – Taco Mac

Three Arts-Related Events that originated in Atlanta but featured locations in Decatur:
City Art Project – Living Walls: The City Speaks
Pop-Up Culture – Flux Projects
Scavenger Art – Catlanta

Thanks Atlanta Magazine for the shout out to Decatur!

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