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This Week in Decatur: 4/29

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on April 29, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Stormwater next steps, lunchtime concerts and history tours, and celebrity story time impressions

 

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Blue Sky Concerts on the square – Grab lunch to-go and enjoy a FREE lunchtime concert on the community bandstand, Wednesday, May 1 at noon. Sponsored by the Decatur Business Association decaturdba.com
 

 

Stormwater Solutions Meeting – Wednesday, May 1, 6-8 pm at Decatur Legacy Park Dining Hall, 500 S. Columbia Dr. Evaluate ideas at the next stormwater meeting to develop Decatur’s Stormwater Master Plan. The project team will present ideas in development for feedback and community consideration. Add your input to infrastructure, maintenance, regulations, and ways to pay for it all. Learn more about the meeting here: decaturnext.com/2019/04/2-weeks-notice-evaluate-ideas-at-our-next-stormwater-meeting. Follow the project at decaturnext.com/stormwater

 

 
Celebrity Voice Story Time at Little Shop of Stories – Wednesday, May 1 at 7 pm. 133 E. Court Sq. Imagine Christopher Walken reading Green Eggs and Ham or Marisa Tomei (think My Cousin Vinnie) reading Where the Wild Things Are. Free and open to the public – Walkens welcome. facebook.com/events/1218011465042133 Look for plenty more Children’s Book Week events at Little Shop, too! littleshopofstories.com

 

Luau for Literacy – An auction fundraiser benefitting the Decatur Rotary Foundation, Thursday, May 2, 6-10 pm at the Historic DeKalb Courthouse, 101 E. Court Sq. Tickets: $50, include dinner and drinks. decatur-rotary.org

 

High Noon History – Bring a sandwich and a friend to DeKalb History Center’s walking tour highlighting the history of Decatur’s downtown square. Enjoy High Noon History tours every Friday in May, starting at noon. Meet at the Historic DeKalb Courthouse, 101 E. Court Sq. Non-member tickets: $3, DeKalb History Center members, free. 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 Week in Decatur: 4/22

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on April 22, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: A brewery “spirit night” for L’Arche Atlanta and plenty of free music

 

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Jessica Handler presents The Magnetic Girl, a novel. Monday, April 22, 7:15 pm at the Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. Hosted by the Georgia Center for the Book. Information at facebook.com/events/316087702382340 and georgiacenterforthebook.org

 

Cheers to Totes Tuesday with L’Arche at Eventide Brewing! Raise a glass and support people with intellectual and development disabilities through L’Arche Atlanta with 10% of the proceeds. Tuesday, April 23, 5:30-10 pm at Eventide Brewing, 1015 Grant St. SE. Information at facebook.com/events/418234718985097 and larcheatlanta.org

 

Musical Bookings presents Veronika Jackson, Atlanta acoustic folk blues artist. Tuesday, April 23, 7-8 pm at the Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. FREE concert hosted by the Friends of the Decatur Library. Information at veronikajackson.com

 

Last chance for FREE Oakhurst Jazz Nights in April! On the lawn of the Solarium, 321 W. Hill St., 7-9 pm. This Thursday, April 25 features Matt Wauchope. Sponsored by the Oakhurst Neighborhood Association. Information at oakhurstjazznights.com

 

Musical Bookings presents The Hollands!, a fun, folk-revivalist family band. Friday, April 26, 7-8 pm at the Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. FREE concert hosted by the Friends of the Decatur Library. Information at thehollands.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: 4/15

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on April 15, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Music with Indigenous inspiration, free jazz, and a spotlight on Atlanta brewing

 

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Agnes Scott hosts Sodizin: Songwriting from a Native American Perspective with Lyla June Johnston TONIGHT, Monday, April 15, 7 pm at Presser Hall, 141 E. College Ave. Free and open to the public. Information at facebook.com/events/2231092193874395 and calendar.agnesscott.edu

 

Atlanta Beer Gurus and authors Ron Smith and Mary Boyle discuss their book Atlanta Beer: A Heady History of Brewing in the Hub of the South. Wednesday, April 17 at the Historic DeKalb Courthouse, 101 E. Court Sq. Doors open at 5:30 with talk, book signing, and beer sampling to follow. Hosted by the Dekalb History Center. Tickets: $5 members, $10 non-members. Information at facebook.com/events/324976931710644

 

FREE Oakhurst Jazz Nights every Thursday in April. Enjoy jazz and a Spring evening on the lawn of the Solarium, 321 W. Hill St. in Oakhurst, 7-9 pm. This Thursday, April 18 features Diane Durrett. Sponsored by the Oakhurst Neighborhood Association. Information at oakhurstjazznights.com

 

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: 4/8

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on April 8, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Neighborhood jazz, plants, and poetry; beloved local solo-show and lost books rediscovered.

 

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Celebrate National Poetry Month with Poetry Atlanta and several presenting poets at the Decatur Library. Monday, April 8, 7:15 pm at 215 Sycamore St. Information at georgiacenterforthebook.org and facebook.com/events/448403659241899

 

Enjoy FREE Oakhurst Jazz Nights every Thursday in April. Stretch out on the lawn of The Solarium for two-hour jazz concerts, 321 W. Hill St. in Oakhurst, 7-9 pm. This Thursday, April 11 features Eileen Howard. Sponsored by the Oakhurst Neighborhood Association. Information at oakhurstjazznights.com

 

Shop the Wylde Center Plant Sale at Oakhurst Garden for veggies, fruit trees, perennials, annuals, shrubs, succulents, and GA natives, too! Friday, April 12, 9 am-5 pm at 435 Oakview Rd. Put the seats down in the hatchback for this one. Information at wyldecenter.org and facebook.com/events/258214961727526

 

Open to any book lover! – Revival: Lost Southern Voices Festival, celebrates lost and under-appreciated Southern writers this Friday and Saturday. The first day is hosted by the Georgia Center for the Book at the Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St., starting at 12:30 pm. Information and registration for this FREE event at georgiacenterforthebook.org and facebook.com/events/102084503915903

 

Ruth Franklin’s “Only When I Laugh” solo-exhibition opens at Different Trains Gallery with a reception on Friday, April 12, 5-9 pm at 432 E. Howard Ave. No. 24. On view through June 22. Information at differenttrainsgallery.com and facebook.com/events/2264515183838071
 

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: 4/1

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on April 1, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Laughs, jazz, books, and poetry

 

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Laughs: April Fools Comedy Night TONIGHT, 4/1 with shows at 7 and 9 pm at Three Taverns Brewery, 121 New St. Tickets are $25 and include local jokes and drinks (2 pours). 21 and up. Brought to you by the Decatur Arts Alliance and Three Taverns Brewery. Information at facebook.com/events/2227394850853845 and decaturartsalliance.org

 

Books: Author Steve Oney presents A Man’s World, Monday, April 1 at 7:15 pm at the Decatur Library Auditorium, 215 Sycamore St. This free event is hosted by the Georgia Center for the Book. Information at facebook.com/events/334990557361137 and georgiacenterforthebook.org

 

Jazz: FREE Oakhurst Jazz Nights every Thursday in April. Bring a blanket (and maybe a picnic) and enjoy two-hour jazz concerts on the lawn of The Solarium, 321 W. Hill St. in Oakhurst, 7-9 pm. This Thursday, April 4 features Mace Hibbard. Sponsored by the Oakhurst Neighborhood Association. Information at oakhurstjazznights.com

 

Poetry: R. Cary Bynum and Brenda Bynum read their works, including selections from “Night Streetcars” and more. Wednesday, April 3, 7:15 pm at the Decatur Library Auditorium, 215 Sycamore St. This free event is hosted by the Georgia Center for the Book. Information at facebook.com/events/261633221383483 and georgiacenterforthebook.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: 3/25

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on March 25, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Share your e-scooter opinions and eat paella.

 

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To scoot or not to scoot? How and where to scoot? So many question and opinions. We want to know YOURS! Please join in Decatur’s Future of Electric Scooters in Decatur – Public Information and Input Session! Wednesday, March 27, 6-7:30 pm at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. This open drop-in workshop will help form Decatur’s motorized mobility device (AKA e-scooters) ordinance. Questions? Suggestions? Email ash.kumar@decaturga.com

 

Celebrate National Paella Day at the Iberian Pig. Yum. Enjoy saffron-scented paella and cocktails specials to pair with it (as well as Iberian Pig’s full regular menu and Jamón Happy Hour specials). Wednesday, March 27, 5-10 pm at 121 Sycamore St. Reservations recommended. Information at facebook.com/events/429086474499921

 

Every week: Musical Bingo on Tuesdays at Universal Joint, 8 pm, ujointbar.com. Contra dancing on Fridays at the Decatur Recreation Center, 8 pm with new dancers lesson at 7:30, $10, contradance.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: 3/18

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on March 18, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Comprehensive sex ed, silent auctions, Jewish heritage celebration, animals, books, and more

 

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Parents, Let’s Talk About Sex – with certified OWL sexuality educators Emily Howard and Marion Crabb, hosted by Decatur Parents Network. Tuesday, March 19, 7 pm at Legacy Park (previously United Methodist Children’s Home), 500 S. Columbia Dr. Information at decaturparents.net/lets-talk-about-sex

 

Aimeé Gallery hosts Traditions: Celebrate the Holiday of Purim and the Beginning of Spring, a group exhibition of Jewish heritage including paintings and jewelry. Opening reception: Tuesday, March 19, 6-9 pm at Aimeé Jewelry and Fine Art Gallery, 335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Suite B. On view: March 19-May 14. Information at aimeejewelryandgallery.com

 

DeKalb History Center’s Annual Meeting and Silent Auction offers an evening of hors d’ oeuvres, music, and tempting silent auction packages donated by local businesses. Friday, March 22, starting at 6 pm at the Historic DeKalb Courthouse, 101 E. Court Sq. All are welcome to this FREE fundraising event. Drink tickets are available for $5 each. Information at dekalbhistory.org

 

Decatur Cooperative Ministry celebrates 50 years of service, housing, and homelessness prevention. You’re invited to their Birthday Bash! Friday, March 22, 5-8 pm at the Solarium, 321 W. Hill St., with live music, auction, and plenty of dessert. Information and tickets for all ages at facebook.com/events/540044019821834 and decaturcooperativeministry.org/50years

 

Bridget Heos, author of the Just Like Us! series of books, discusses the similarities that humans share with other living things (cats take naps, fish go to school…) at Little Shop of Stories, Friday, March 22 at 6 pm, 133 E. Court Sq. as part of the Atlanta Science Festival. Come check out this free, fun, family-friendly event! Information at facebook.com/events/301927383848193

 

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: 3/11

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on March 11, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Eating bugs, prizes in pubs, St. Patty’s bike ride, and more

 

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Learn about eating bugs with graphic novelist Blue Delliquanti, author of Meal, and scientist / entomophogist Chelsea Thomas. Monday, March 11, 7-9 pm at Little Shop of Stories, 133 E. Court Sq. $5 family tickets include samples from the buggy buffet! Part of the Atlanta Science Festival. Tickets and information at facebook.com/events/585689508525348

 

Music Bingo is the new trivia night. Check it out at Universal Joint, Tuesdays at 8 pm starting this week, Tuesday, March 12. 906 Oakview Rd. It’s bingo meets Name That Tune, meets drink specials and prizes! Bring your friends. Information at facebook.com/events/2062565700524810

 

Decatur’s Third Friday Bike Ride rolls with a St. Patrick’s Day theme! Join Decatur Active Living for this friendly (no-rider-left-behind) 6 mile ride around town. Meet Friday, March 15 in front of the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St., wheels down at 6:30 pm. Helmets required; green flair encouraged. Information at beactivedecatur.com

 

The Southern Harp Festival comes to Decatur Friday-Sunday, March 15-17. There’s still time for harpists and enthusiasts to register for masterclasses and seminars through the weekend. And concerts are open to the community! Learn more and buy tickets for Friday and Saturday night and Sunday afternoon harp concerts at southernharpfestival.com

 

Contra dance the night away! Every Friday night, 8-10:45 p.m. at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. New dancers lesson 7:30-8 p.m. $10. Information at contradance.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: 3/4

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on March 4, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Six dollar thalis, Tour deCatur, local architecture, Women Create art show, and more

 

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Celebrate Chai Pani’s birthday with $6 deals all day TODAY, March 4! They’re serving a special mini thali all day, plus drink and chaat specials at dinner — all 6 bucks. Chai Pani, 406 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. chaipanidecatur.com

 

It’s not too late to register for Tour deCatur! The race – with 5K, Fun Run, Tot Trot, and prize ceremony events – steps off Saturday morning. Register and pick up your bib number in advance, and raise money for the Decatur Education Foundation. Information at tourdecatur.com

 

Susan Hunter discusses her book Southern Homes and Plan Books: The Architectural Legacy of Leila Ross Wilburn. Wednesday, March 6, 5:30-8pm at the DeKalb History Center, 101 E. Court Sq. Tickets: $5 members, $10 non-members. Information at facebook.com/events/317210348864516

 

Join the Phoenix Flies Historic Decatur Square guided walking tour on Friday, March 8 at noon, and learn what the square looked like in 1900. This event is FREE. Meet at 101 E. Court Sq. Information at facebook.com/events/254600132130012

 

Women Create – art opening at Trinity Mercantile and Design featuring 10 local women artists, sips, bites, and DJ. Friday, March 8, 5-9 pm. Trinity Mercantile and Design, 116 E. Trinity Pl. Information at facebook.com/events/323383764957760

 

Contra dance the night away! Every Friday night, 8-10:45 p.m. at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. New dancers lesson 7:30-8 p.m. $10. Information at contradance.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: 2/25

Posted in Community, Events, tagged on February 25, 2019 | Leave a Comment »

This week in #decaturga: Black History presentation, Tour deCatur registration, comedy and craft beer, and carbon-footprint conversations
 
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Tour DeCatur early registration – Register for Tour deCatur TODAY for early bird pricing, then join in the 5k Road Race, Fun Run, or Tot Trot Saturday, March 9! Information and registration at decatureducationfoundation.org/tour-decatur

 

City Commission meeting: Monday, Feb. 25 at 7:30 pm. City Hall, 509 N. McDonough St. All are welcome!

 

Enjoy a special Black History Month presentation during this month’s Decatur Business Association meeting. Tuesday, Feb. 26 at 5:15 pm, DeKalb History Center, 101 E. Court Square. We will be LIVE on Facebook to cover this event!

 

Wine Tasting at Scout: Enjoy 15 worldly wines and bites from the kitchen. Tuesday, Feb. 26, 6-7:30 pm. Scout in Oakhurst, 321 W. Hill St. $20 at the door. RSVP to events@scoutoakhurst.com. Information at facebook.com/events/403636780371114

 

Comedy on Draught at Three Taverns Brewery: Stand-up and craft beer on Wednesday, Feb. 27 at Three Taverns, 121 New St. Doors at 7 pm, show at 8. $13 for tickets and two 3T pours (additional beers and Doggy Dogg hotdogs for sale on site). Information at facebook.com/events/2760459637513348, tickets at the door.

 

Agnes Scott Sustainability hosts ongoing Sustainability Town Hall meetings to discuss the college’s carbon footprint and action plan for the future. Community members are welcome! Join this Thursday, Feb. 28, 6-7:30 pm at the Alston Luchsinger Community Area. Information at facebook.com/pg/sustainablescotties/events

 

Contra dance the night away! Every Friday night, 8-10:45 p.m. at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. New dancers lesson 7:30-8 p.m. $10. Information at contradance.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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