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The Holidays are Here!

November 29, 2011 by Katie

The lights are on the trees and the wreaths are up all over downtown Decatur! Earlier today, the tree was hoisted up to the top of Little Shop of Stories for Thursday’s Tree Lighting. Things are getting very merry around here!

If you haven’t done so already, run out and buy your Decatur Holiday Candlelight Tour of Homes tickets at Oakhurst Market, Seventeen Steps, Bicycle South, or Intown Ace Hardware. Or, you can click here to buy them online.

Finally, as you drive around town this week, take a picture of your favorite house decorations and email them to us here to nominate them for a Decorate Decatur Award.

Happy Holidays Decatur- see you around town!

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Pleasing Palette of Arts + Food at Decatur Holiday Marketplace & Cafe

November 28, 2011 by decaturvisitorcenter

                                   

The 20thth Annual Decatur Holiday Marketplace & Café will take place Friday, December 2nd from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Saturday, December 3rd from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., in conjunction with the Decatur Tour of Homes. This popular event is held at Clairemont Elementary School, located at 155 Erie Avenue in Decatur, and is free and open to all.

Enjoy Decatur’s holiday spirit as the school transforms into a lively and festive market where more than 95 local and national artists exhibit their wares.  Shop for unique handmade gifts, paintings, glass art, photography, jewelry, pottery and much more.  Be sure to stop by the café for mouthwatering homemade soups and decadent desserts, as well as toe-tapping tunes performed live by local musicians and carolers.

On Saturday afternoon, kids can join in the fun with live children’s music and art activities sponsored by Color Wheel.

This is a not-to-be-missed occasion, and a perfect kick off to the holiday season.  Whether it’s your palette or palate that needs pleasing, you’ll satisfy both at the Decatur Holiday Marketplace & Café!   Proceeds benefit Clairemont Elementary School educational programs.

For more information, please visit www.DecaturHolidayMarketplace.com.

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Tour of Homes tickets are on sale now

November 22, 2011 by Katie

29th Annual Decatur Holiday Candlelight Tour of Homes
  “Winnona Park and Glenwood Estates”
December 2 & 3, 2011- 5:30 until 9:30PM
$20 in advance, $25 at the door

 The 29th annual Decatur Holiday Candlelight Tour of Homes features homes in the Winnona Park and Glenwood Estates neighborhoods, and benefits local non-profits that benefit the Decatur community including the Decatur Education Foundation, the Decatur Youth Fund, the DeKalb History Center, and the Oakhurst Community Garden Project. In addition to seven beautiful homes, guests on the Tour will also enjoy seeing points of interest that include the historic chapel at Decatur First United Methodist, the chapel at Agnes Scott, and the brand new 4/5 Academy at Fifth Avenue.

Tickets are available at The Seventeen Steps, Bicycle South, Intown Ace Hardware, and the Oakhurst Market. For the first time, you may also purchase tickets online by clicking here.

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Post Thanksgiving Local Shopping

November 22, 2011 by Catherine

I know crazy holiday shopping is not everyone’s cup of tea, but it’s really not so bad if you stay away from the malls and big box stores. In fact, shopping in Decatur this Friday and Saturday will be downright pleasant.

Here are the Decatur Black Friday specials that I know about. If you know of any that I left off, add them in the comments.

  • Big Peach Running: 7 a.m. run, free and open to runners and walkers of all abilities, extended hours and special.
  • Decatur CD: Record Store Day! Opening early at 10 a.m.
  • Boogaloos Boutique: 9a.m.-1 p.m. 30% off full price merchandise, 15% off after 1 p.m.
  • Wild Oats and Billy Goats: opening at 9a.m., 10-30% off original artwork.

Small Business Saturday
Support your favorite small businesses this Saturday.

Many of Decatur’s businesses are participating in American Express’ event. Register your AMEX on Facebook and get a $25 statement credit when you shop or dine at a participating business. For a list of Decatur businesses search by zipcode here.

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Thanksgiving Trash Pick-Up Schedule

November 21, 2011 by Catherine

This is just a reminder that normal Services for Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25 will be on Wednesday, Nov. 23.

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

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There is snow in the forecast for Saturday!

November 18, 2011 by Katie

In case you haven’t heard, Jeff Kinney, author of the HUGELY popular Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, is visiting on November 19th, and he is bringing snow with him! You heard us right — it will snow on the Square courtesy of the Wimpy Kid Rolling Blizzard! Details about the event are below, but here is everything youneed to know to get a ticket for the signing line:
Pre-purchase your copy of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever starting at 10 a.m. on November 5 at Little Shop of Stories and automatically get a free ticket for your family for the signing line on November 19, while supplies last.

Tickets are available ONLY by coming into the store — they are not available over the phone, by mail, online, or by e-mail. You can pick up your pre-paid copy of Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever on (or any time after) November 15th at Little Shop of Stories.
If available, remaining tickets for the signing line will be given out the morning of the event, while supplies last. Everyone is free to come to the event and enjoy the festivities, regardless of whether or not you receive a ticket for the signing line.
Jeff will sign any and all books by him purchased at Little Shop of Stories for the event. In addition, Jeff will sign two books per person brought from home. Due to the expected size of the crowd, Jeff will not be personalizing books; he will be signing his name only.

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Parents Night Out at Bean Work Play Cafe

November 17, 2011 by Katie

Jump “Bean” for Joy: Parents Night Out Parents, jump for joy and enjoy your Sunday evening while your “beans” play! For ages 1-9 yrs, 5.30p-8.30pp. * $25 flat rate for the 1st & 2nd child; $18 for each additional child. * Includes dinner and Reggio-inspired activities. * Registration required + Bean Play Care policies apply. * Space is limited to 18 children. Open to both members + nonmembers Upcoming Dates: * November 20th * December 18th * January 29th
To sign up, please call us 404.828.0810

Bean Work Play Cafe

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It's Going to be A Dance-Filled Decatur Weekend

November 17, 2011 by Catherine

Take a break from holiday shopping and Thanksgiving dinner prepping with a little bit of culture this weekend. You have two local dance performance options starting this evening (I would recommend doing with both):

Dance Option 1: Navigating the Hallway with CORE Performance Company

CORE Performance is collaborating with New York’s KDNY to perform the dance installation Navigating the Hallway on Nov. 17 and 18 at 8 p.m. in CORE Studios, 139 Sycamore St. A limited number of tickets are $10 general and $5 student/senior/artist and are available online and at the door.

Dance Option 2: Danceworks at Agnes Scott

Agnes Scott College’s Studio Dance Theater presents Danceworks 2011 on Nov. 18 and 19 at 8 p.m. in Gaines Chapel at Presser Hall. Choreography by Bhumi Patel, Marius Petipa, Bridget Roosa and Clay Taliaferro. 5$ general admission, cash only at the door.  For more information call Bridget Roosa at 404-471-6940.

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Breakfast with Santa Tickets are on sale now

November 16, 2011 by Katie

Get them while they’re hot!!! The Decatur Business Association is proud to present the annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, Dec. 17th from 8am-10am at Decatur High School. We have had to get creative with our location this year since the hotel is closed for renovations and we are so lucky that Decatur High School has welcomed us with open arms.

Click here to get your tickets, $12 for adults and $7 for children.  Tickets are limited so don’t wait too long.

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It's America Recycles Day!

November 15, 2011 by Lena

Happy America Recycles Day to all of Decatur!

America Recycles Day, a program of Keep American Beautiful, was created to help improve American’s consumption and recycling habits.  We would like to take the opportunity to thank all Decatur businesses and residents for their commitment to recycling.

Here are some Decatur recycling facts you may not know:

  • In fiscal year 2010-11, Decatur residents recycled over 2,100 tons of materials curbside.  This equated to about 26% of all curbside solid waste being recycled.  With an additional 26% of curbside solid waste being composted as yard waste, the total diversion rate was 52%.
  • Styrofoam can be recycled in curbside bins, provided it is marked with a recycling logo and a #6.
  • Pizza boxes may be recycled in curbside bins as long as they are not contaminated with food waste/grease.
  • The City of Decatur Public Works Department is pleased to be able to provide recycling services to commercial and multi- family properties. Our recycling services include single stream collection of items listed on our website.   For more information, please contact Sean Woodson, Solid Waste Superintendent at sean.woodson@decaturga.com or 404-377-5571.
  • In 2007, the Decatur City Commission approved an amendment to the solid waste ordinance to provide better accessibility for recycling for multi-family residents of the city.  Multi-family property owners and condominium associations must now provide recycling services to their residents that include at least four materials to recycle such as paper, glass, metal, and plastic.  Multi-family properties are not required to use the City of Decatur Solid Waste service and can contract with third party collection companies.
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If you have any questions about recycling, you can check out www.decaturga.com or contact:
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Lena Stevens
Resource Conservation Coordinator
lena.stevens@decaturga.com
404-370-4102

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