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This Week

City Meetings
-City Commission | Monday, Jan. 6 @ 7:30 p.m.
-Better Together Advisory Board | Jan. 7 @ 6:30 p.m.
-Environmental Sustainability Board | Friday, Jan. 10 @ 8 a.m.
-Decatur Development Authorities | Friday, Jan. 10 @ 8 a.m.

Events
-Don’t miss Mobile Mondays at Chick-Fil-A in Downtown Decatur! Place a Dine In or Drive Thru Mobile Order on Mondays in January and February from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. via the Chick-fil-A® App and you’ll receive a free reward uploaded to your app!

-There will be an opening reception for the exhibit “Once He Learns How to Read: A Legacy of Literacy” curated by former NBA player Mike “Stinger” Glenn on Tuesday, Jan. 7 from at 6:30 p.m. at the Decatur Library. The exhibit features his collection of rare books, newspapers and magazines that document African American history and culture from the 1770s. The exhibit will run through Jan. 22 during library hours.

-Are you parenting a teenager or college student? Join Gathered and Grounded for a Thursday-Night-In book discussion of Grown and Flown on Jan. 9 from 8-10 p.m. Visit gatheredandgrounded.com for more information.

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-For New Years Eve, the White Bull will be only offering a five course pre-fix menu, curated by Chefs Pat Pascarella and Gregory Gettles. An additional wine pairing selection will be offered also. Reservations are required so call or visit opentable.com to book for Tuesday, Dec. 31.

-Dress up in your finest 1920s garb and join the DeKalb History Center for a roaring New Year’s Eve bash on Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 p.m.-1 a.m. Admission includes catered heavy hors d’oeuvres, one drink ticket, a champagne toast, and a DJ spinning your favorite tunes as we countdown to midnight. Visit dekalb-history-center.square.site to get your tickets!

Cover Photo: The DeKalb History Center

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City Meetings
-The December 23 meeting for the Lifelong Community Advisory Board is cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 27 at 6:30 p.m.

Events
-Gathered and Grounded is hosting a Kids’ Holiday Afternoon on Monday, Dec. 23 from 1-4:30 p.m. They’ll enjoy an afternoon out while you finish up the touchings of the holiday season.
-Decatur residents may drop off live Christmas trees at the annual “Bring One for the Chipper” event at Decatur Legacy Park from Friday, Dec. 27-Saturday, Jan. 11. Look for signs showing where trees should be placed, to the right of the chapel. Please do not leave Christmas trees anywhere else on the property.

While you’re out finishing up your holiday shopping in #downtowndecatur, stop by the Christmas tree on the Square for free art by @lunaleigharts and share on social media to spread the holiday cheer!

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This Week

City Meetings
-Environmental Sustainability Board Meeting | Friday, Dec. 20 @ 8:00 a.m.

Events
-Stop by Kelly’s Market for Dark Beer and Chocolate Tasting on Thursday, Dec. 19 from 6-8 p.m.

-Agnes Scott College is inviting all residents to a Campus Master Plan Open House this Thursday, Dec. 19 from 6:30-8 p.m. in the Elizabeth Kiss Welcome Center located in Rebekah Scott Hall.

-Come out for Bubbles and Booze at the Pinewood and enjoy a bottomless selection of sparkling cocktails, champagne and wine with hors d’oeuvres on Thursday, Dec. 19 from 7-10 p.m.

-Kelly’s Market will be featuring Georgia’s own Creature Comforts Brewing in a very special tasting event this Friday, Dec. 20 from 6-8 p.m.

-It’s that time of year where Santa Claus will be making his annual appearance at The Marlay! There will be Christmas movies and activities for the kids as they wait for Santa to arrive on Friday, Dec. 20 at 6 p.m.

-Universal Joint will transform into a Winter Wonderland with a holiday menu and Christmas cocktails for their Pop-Up Xmas Party this Friday, Dec. 20 from 7-11:30 p.m.

 

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This Week

City Meetings
-City Commission | Monday, Dec. 16 @ 7:30 p.m.
-Historic Preservation Commission | Tuesday, Dec. 17 @ 6:30pm

Events
-Don’t miss the Hope Sees A Star Yuletide Concert with the Meridian Chorale and Steven Darsey happening this Tuesday, Dec. 17 at the Historic DeKalb Courthouse. Showtime starts at 7:30 p.m. Visit meridianherald.org for more information.

-Join the Downtown Decatur Chick-fil-A for Dinner with Santa Cow on Tuesday, Dec. 17 from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Visit Chick-Fil-A Downtown Decatur on Facebook for more info.

-Brick Store Pub will host their Trappist Nights event this Tuesday, Dec. 17 from 6:30-11 p.m. Enjoy the finest Trappist beers paired with monastic cheese and Gregorian music, all by candle light in the Belgian Bar, upstairs and to the left. For more information, visit Brick Store Pub on Facebook.

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City Meetings
-Decatur Development Authorities | Friday, December 13 @ 8 a.m.

Events
-Core Dance is hosting their holiday gathering and salon this Thursday, December 12 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Core Studios. This event is free, but registration is required. For more information and to register, visit donate.coredance.org.
-Roast a marshmallow (or two) around a roaring bonfire this Terrific Thursday, Dec. 12 from 7-8 p.m. on the Square. Register for this free event at freshtix.com so we have plenty of marshmallows for everyone!
-Antlers and Wings will kick off their Shamanic Journey Group on Thursday, Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. Visit antlersnwings.com for more information.
-Don’t miss the 28th Annual Decatur Holiday Marketplace and Café this Friday, Dec. 13 from 5:30-9:30 p.m. at Clairemont Elementary School. For more information, visit decaturholidaymarketplace.com.
-Stop by Kelly’s Market on Friday, Dec. 13 between 6-8 p.m. for a Oil & Spice Tasting with Splash of Olive.
-Join Antlers and Wings for their Women’s Circle and Gift Sharing on Friday, Dec. 13 at 7 p.m. To learn more, visit antlersnwings.com.
-There will be an open house at the Bradley Observatory on the campus of Agnes Scott College this Friday, Dec. 13 at 8 p.m. featuring a lecture by Chris DePree, Charles A. Dana Professor of Astronomy and Director of Bradley Observatory.

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City Meetings

-Zoning Board of Appeals | Monday, Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m.
-Planning Commission | Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 7:00 p.m.

Events
-The Decatur Arts Alliance is hosting the Core Dance photography show and opening reception this Monday, Dec. 9 from 6-8 p.m. at the Decatur Arts Alliance Gallery (113 Clairemont Ave). The retrospective exhibition documents the contemporary dance organization from 2014 to the present and will be available for viewing Dec. 10-13 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
-Join the Decatur Environmental Sustainability Board for a discussion about the problems associated with single-use plastics and hear how some communities are choosing to respond to this environmental challenge Monday, Dec. 9 at 7:30 p.m. at the Decatur Recreation Center. This event is free and open to the community.
-Get up close and personal with the Historic DeKalb Courthouse on a behind the scenes tour this Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 12 p.m. Visit dekalbhistory.org for ticket information.
-Meet some of Oakland Cemetery’s most notable residents with author Janice McDonald’s new book, Residents of Oakland Cemetery. Come out for Hops at the History Center on Tuesday, Dec. 10 at 6 p.m. For tickets, visit dekalbhistory.org.
-The community is invited to take a journey celebrating gospel music with the Silver Leaf Baptist Church Choir of Atlanta on Tuesday, Dec. 10 from 7-8 p.m. at the Decatur Library.

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This Weekend

-Don’t miss the students of Dance Foundry in the Nutcracker: Clara’s Winter Dream happening this Saturday, Dec. 7 at 12 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. as well as Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2:30 p.m. Visit the Dance Foundry on Facebook for ticket information.

-Little Shop of Stories will host Tomi Adeyemi, author of Children of Blood and Bone, on tour for the second book in the Legacy of Orïsha series, Children of Virtue and Vengence. This event will be Saturday, Dec. 7 at 5 p.m. in the Winter Theater located inside the Dana Fine Arts Building at Agnes Scott College. Visit littleshopofstories.com/december-2019-events to purchase tickets.

-Join Antlers and Wings for Sip and Stroke Your Chakras on Sunday, Dec. 8 from 1-2:30 p.m. Visit Antlers and Wings on Facebook for more information.

-Join the Little Shop of Stories for story time featuring some favorite books for the season and special guest illustrator Jennifer L. Meyer. She is on tour for her newest picture book If I Could Give You Christmas, mark your calendars for an afternoon of stories, drawing demos and a book signing on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 2 p.m. For more information, visit littleshopofstories.com.

-This weekend’s live performances at Eddie’s Attic will feature Hunter Callahan with Celia Rae and Abe Partridge, Sarah Peacock and David Wilcox with Michael McArthur. For show times and ticket information, visit eddiesattic.com.

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City Meetings
-City Commission | Monday, Dec. 2 @ 7:30 p.m.
-Active Living Board | Tuesday, Dec. 3 @ 8 a.m.
-The Better Together Board will attend the DBA holiday celebration in lieu of their regular meeting on Tuesday, Dec. 3 at 5 p.m.

Events
-Don’t miss the Tree Lighting this terrific Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7 p.m. ​on the Square! Enjoy holiday carols, warm cookies, hot cocoa and “snow” on the square. At 7 p.m. sharp, Santa himself flips the switch to light the tree above the east entrance of the Decatur MARTA station.

-Check out live performances at Eddie’s Attic from Gary Harris featuring Paula Champion, the Virtuosic Mandolin Duo: Frank Solivan and Don Stiernberg, the Tim O’Brien Band, Sugarcane Jane and the Bucket Fillers, Emily Hearn and Grant-Lee Phillips with Wild Ponies. For showtimes and ticket information, visit eddiesattic.com.

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This weekend in #decaturga:

-Santa on the Square is happening this Saturday, Nov. 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. You won’t want to miss his arrival on a Decatur fire truck to East Court Square! Come out to enjoy a fresh-baked cookie and your choice of milk or hot cocoa as well as get your picture taken! The event is free but reservations are requested so that we can be sure to have enough cookies, milk and cocoa for all. Register at www.freshtix.com/events/cookies–milk-with-santa-2-2!

-Don’t forget to participate in Small Business Saturday! “Shop Small” for gifts at City of Decatur businesses and then head to the tent on the square to get your purchases expertly gift-wrapped for free! Bring your retail receipts totaling $200 or more to the tent or the Decatur Visitors Center to receive a free $20 gift certificate from one of many local restaurants.

-This weekend’s upcoming live performances at Eddie’s Attic will feature Ellis Paul and Kristian Bush. For show times and ticket information, visit eddiesattic.com.

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