Friday nights game is a away game.
Vintage Decatur High School Program.
(cover image from a 1966 game program.)
Showing posts with label "next stop decatur". Show all posts
Showing posts with label "next stop decatur". Show all posts
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Decatur Bulldogs vs Westminster Wildcats Friday Night
Friday nights game is a away game.
Vintage Decatur High School Program.
(cover image from a 1966 game program.)
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
Another Good Decatur Halloween decorated front yard
This cool looking Decatur Halloween decorated front yard is located on Adair St.
If you know of any good yard displays in the Decatur area tell me where or sent a photo or a link and I will post it here.
Ahead of the Curve for Decatur Rec Center
Your eye on community development
By April Hunt, Eric Stirgus, Kevin Duffy, Michael Pearson
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
October 2008
Process begins in rehab of Decatur rec center
Decatur has begun what could be a several-year process to spruce up its aging recreation center.
Public meetings will be held over the next six months to get residents’ input on ideas for the 50-year-old center on Sycamore Street. The facility had served as the home court for Decatur High’s basketball team. But with the school building a new gym, the city can renovate the center and is looking for new uses, especially for the 1,000-seat gym.
“We are trying to find new ways to use the building that support active living in our community,” Deputy City Manager Hugh Saxon said.
The city will pay $44,000 to LP3 Architects to hold the meetings and develop a master plan and schematics for the center. That project will include a cost estimate, expected to be at least several million dollars.
Work on any improvements could begin in 2010, but most likely it will start in 2011.
—- April Hunt
h/t : inDECATUR
Monday, October 13, 2008
Decatur Girl now available within Hoopla and Kaleidoscope Boutique
Kaleidoscope
Decatur Girl and Mom Longsleeve Tees and all womens & girls apparel are now available within Kaleidoscope, that sassy boutique next to Cake & Ale and Heliotrope.
Hoopla
Hoopla is proud to carry all youth apparel, including Decatur Baby Onesies in darling neutral and gender specific hues.
Whit’s End
Whit’s End continues to thrive, selling Decatur Dad, Decatur Dog Bandanas as well as cups, koozies, stickers and more.
Thank you for supporting Decatur Girl, Inc over the past 2 years. Visit our new site www.decaturgirl.com – SOON, up and running with PayPal - retail and wholesale options by October.
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Warmly, Heather Flury and Penny Treese
Get your Pumpkins at North Decatur Methodist Church
Pick up your Pumpkins at the corner of Church St. & N. Decatur Rd.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Decatur Confident City Cycling class Oct. 18
Decatur Confident City Cycling class 15% off for Decatur residents!
Join Now!
* Confident City Cycling Classes
Host:
Atlanta Bicycle Campaign and Decatur Active Living
Date and time:
2008 Oct 18 - 10:00am
Instructor:
Ron Horne
Location
Decatur Recreation Center
231 Sycamore St
Decatur, GA, 30030
See map: Google Maps
$35.00
This class will take place Saturday, October 18th from 10 am - 3:30/4 pm (depending on whether you stay for the Commuter Q&A) at the Decatur Recreation Center in Decatur, where it's rumored to be greater!
Your instructor will be the multitalented and highly experienced cyclist Ron Horne. Ron is a part-time mechanic with a local bike shop and a dedicated bike commuter. His knowledge of bicycle gear, maintenance, riding situations, and skills are nearly unsurpassed among ABC instructors, so you're in for a treat.
Content:
Laws affecting bicycles, the importance of visibility and
predictability, lane positioning, intersection safety, interacting with
pedestrians, trail etiquette, bicycle safety checks, fixing a flat,
on-bike skills, crash avoidance techniques, basic bicycling gear, and
much more!
Audience:
People interested in bicycle commuting, recreational cycling, or occasional riding on city or suburban streets or trails.
All those who live or work in Decatur get 15% off the price of this class! (That'll buy you a nice coffee and cinnamon roll from Java Monkey.)
Bring:
* bicycle in working condition (check to ensure you have brakes, etc)
* helmet
* comfortable clothing and sturdy shoes
* water bottle
* snack
Schedule:
* 10 am - 3:30 / 4 pm
* Arrive 15 minutes early
1. Classroom instruction on bike safety, laws, gear, lane positioning, etc.
2. Short video
3. Parking lot skills instruction
4. Practice Ride
Instructors are certified by the League of American Bicyclists.
Recommended for adults and children above age fourteen, this
compact and comprehensive class will make you a safer and more
confident cyclist.
Price: $35.00
Thanks Dan Magee for sharing this info.
Dan Magee
Director, City of Decatur Active Living
Dan.Magee@decaturga.com
678-553-6541 office
Who are these Guys ?
What do these guys call themself ?
They are like this at every Decatur football game.
Who are you guys ?
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Plan for apartments, parking deck on Ponce has residents worried
Plan for apartments, parking deck on Ponce has residents worried
By DONNA WILLIAMS LEWIS
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Thursday, October 09, 2008
Decatur has applied an unusual touch to a public meeting scheduled next week at City Hall — something like a marriage counselor.
City officials say the meeting on a redevelopment proposal on the city’s main drag will be “facilitated” by Otis White, president of Civic Strategies Inc.
Company literature describes the Atlanta-based public policy consulting firm as one that “helps communities make important decisions.”
In this case, White may need all of his skills.
Last month, residents packed a tense, nearly six-hour zoning meeting to oppose JLB Partners’ plan to build a parking deck and apartments on the parking lot of an office tower at 315 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
The meeting ran past 2 a.m. An exhausted Zoning Board of Appeals put off making a decision until more information could be gathered. And now, if nothing else, everyone seems to agree that nobody wants to live through a repeat performance.
Carl Black, who lives near the site, said he thinks White’s wade into the fray might produce more meaningful dialogue in an area where a downtown building boom directly abuts single-family neighborhoods.
“I think that what we need,” Black said, “is some sort of a healing.”
The proposed project calls for a parking deck that would be shared by office tenants and apartment residents. Among other concerns, neighbors fear parking would spill over into their narrow streets.
White has designed leadership summits and planning retreats for governments and nonprofits and has helped companies handle community relations issues.
But he hasn’t been hired to intervene in a community conflict before, and he’s still developing a format for the meeting, to be held at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15.
“This is not the way things normally happen, and I think it’s exciting,” White said.
White said he hopes the effort, for which he’s being paid $4,500, will articulate residents’ feelings about the project which might help the developer work with them to attain consensus.
One thing already sounds good to some of them. White said he’s been told to limit the session to a much more palatable two hours.
By DONNA WILLIAMS LEWIS
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Thursday, October 09, 2008
Decatur has applied an unusual touch to a public meeting scheduled next week at City Hall — something like a marriage counselor.
City officials say the meeting on a redevelopment proposal on the city’s main drag will be “facilitated” by Otis White, president of Civic Strategies Inc.
Company literature describes the Atlanta-based public policy consulting firm as one that “helps communities make important decisions.”
In this case, White may need all of his skills.
Last month, residents packed a tense, nearly six-hour zoning meeting to oppose JLB Partners’ plan to build a parking deck and apartments on the parking lot of an office tower at 315 W. Ponce de Leon Ave.
The meeting ran past 2 a.m. An exhausted Zoning Board of Appeals put off making a decision until more information could be gathered. And now, if nothing else, everyone seems to agree that nobody wants to live through a repeat performance.
Carl Black, who lives near the site, said he thinks White’s wade into the fray might produce more meaningful dialogue in an area where a downtown building boom directly abuts single-family neighborhoods.
“I think that what we need,” Black said, “is some sort of a healing.”
The proposed project calls for a parking deck that would be shared by office tenants and apartment residents. Among other concerns, neighbors fear parking would spill over into their narrow streets.
White has designed leadership summits and planning retreats for governments and nonprofits and has helped companies handle community relations issues.
But he hasn’t been hired to intervene in a community conflict before, and he’s still developing a format for the meeting, to be held at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 15.
“This is not the way things normally happen, and I think it’s exciting,” White said.
White said he hopes the effort, for which he’s being paid $4,500, will articulate residents’ feelings about the project which might help the developer work with them to attain consensus.
One thing already sounds good to some of them. White said he’s been told to limit the session to a much more palatable two hours.
Monday, October 6, 2008
FONTAINE'S OYSTER HOUSE
Welcome to Fontaine's Oyster House...
Where good food, good drink and good people come together.
Belly up to the bar or grab a seat in a cozy booth. Or grab a spot at the oyster bar and enjoy the freshest oysters in Atlanta. Our patio provides covered seating beneath the stars. Whatever your preference, you're sure to find a spot that fits your needs.
See you at Fontaine's!
Fontaine's is located on the corner of North Highland and Virginia Avenue. Minutes away from downtown Decatur in the heart of VA Highlands.
The Virginia-Highland area of Atlanta has over 100 privately owned shops including clothing stores, flower shops, gift shops, pet stores and of course restaurants & bars. Parking is a premium, so be sure to take advantage of our free nightly valet at the rear entrance.
1026 N. Highland Ave.
Atlanta, GA.
404-872-0869
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Opening night @ The Decatur High Stadium
I thought I would try the concession stand at half time, the lines were long and when I did give my order they were out of all the good stuff. I guess they did not plan on the big crowd.Next time I'm sure they will have plenty of food.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Decatur ‘Green Home’ Renovation Featured on TV show
Renewal Construction updates a historic house with environmentally friendly materials.
Read 601 Third Ave. Home owners Blog.
The Boyce-Frost residence at 601 Third Ave., Oakhurst, is currently being renovated by Renewal Construction, Inc., using green buildig principles, practices and materials. The project will be featured on the Discovery Network’s new "Renovation Nation" TV show, which will debut in 2008.
Renewal’s project was recommended for the Green Home show by Southface, an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization that promotes sustainable homes, workplaces and communities through education, research, advocacy and technical assistance. “We are excited about being chosen to serve as an example of what green building is all about,” says Renewal CEO Peter Michelson. “We are committed to these principles and practices and pleased to be a part of the effort to increase public awareness of environmentally safe and affordable renovation options.”
The show will be hosted by Emmy-award-winning television personality Steve Thomas, formerly of “This Old House.” Filming will begin in Oakhurst this fall and will follow Renewal’s progress in incorporating environmentally sound features into the Prairie-style home: Energy Star-rated windows, dual flush toilets, recycled glass countertops, low-VOC (volatile organic compound) paints, SIPs (structural insulated panels), geothermal heating and cooling, a tankless water heater, cisterns for rain water harvesting and on-site materials recycling. All materials are carefully selected for recycled content and minimal travel distance from the supplier to the job site.
Renewal and Rawlings – a Winning Team
Design plans for the renovation were created by local architect Eric Rawlings, AIA. “The enthusiasm of the homeowners, K.C. Boyce and Michelle Frost, for sustainable design made this a dream project for all of us involved,” he says. “Their willingness to make an example of their home for the whole community to learn from is more than admirable.”
The residence is in a neighborhood of older homes, many of them Craftsman style. “The historic fabric of the neighborhood compelled us to provide a compatible design solution,” he says. “At the same time we felt that an advanced architectural style was also appropriate. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie Style was a natural inspiration as it influenced the Craftsman style yet is more advanced in appearance and better suited for passive solar design.”
Buddhist-style Rain Chains – a Unique Feature
The design seamlessly integrates several above-ground cisterns into the architecture, bringing the water playfully down Buddhist-style rain chains into a cluster of river stones at the top of the stone-clad cistern vaults. The captured rain water is available for landscape watering or car washing. The excess water spills out of the cistern vault down a cascade of stone and into a French drain trench that looks much like a Japanese-style dry riverbed.
Another important feature is the geothermal system, which provides temperate air using the Earth’s constant temperature as a heat source and heat sink. “The Boyce-Frost residence exemplifies the idea of living in harmony with, rather than living off of, the land,” says Rawlings. His firm, Rawlings Design, Inc., is at 108 Fifth Ave, Decatur, 404-488-2273.
Reducing Energy Consumption – a Practical Benefit
“Incorporating green elements into a renovation project saves the homeowner money in the long run,” says Renewal CEO Michelson. “Replacing inefficient equipment with high-efficiency equipment and materials can significantly reduce home energy bills, in addition to helping the environment.”
Watch the progress of this house here.
Read 601 Third Ave. Home owners Blog.
The Boyce-Frost residence at 601 Third Ave., Oakhurst, is currently being renovated by Renewal Construction, Inc., using green buildig principles, practices and materials. The project will be featured on the Discovery Network’s new "Renovation Nation" TV show, which will debut in 2008.
Renewal’s project was recommended for the Green Home show by Southface, an Atlanta-based nonprofit organization that promotes sustainable homes, workplaces and communities through education, research, advocacy and technical assistance. “We are excited about being chosen to serve as an example of what green building is all about,” says Renewal CEO Peter Michelson. “We are committed to these principles and practices and pleased to be a part of the effort to increase public awareness of environmentally safe and affordable renovation options.”
The show will be hosted by Emmy-award-winning television personality Steve Thomas, formerly of “This Old House.” Filming will begin in Oakhurst this fall and will follow Renewal’s progress in incorporating environmentally sound features into the Prairie-style home: Energy Star-rated windows, dual flush toilets, recycled glass countertops, low-VOC (volatile organic compound) paints, SIPs (structural insulated panels), geothermal heating and cooling, a tankless water heater, cisterns for rain water harvesting and on-site materials recycling. All materials are carefully selected for recycled content and minimal travel distance from the supplier to the job site.
Renewal and Rawlings – a Winning Team
Design plans for the renovation were created by local architect Eric Rawlings, AIA. “The enthusiasm of the homeowners, K.C. Boyce and Michelle Frost, for sustainable design made this a dream project for all of us involved,” he says. “Their willingness to make an example of their home for the whole community to learn from is more than admirable.”
The residence is in a neighborhood of older homes, many of them Craftsman style. “The historic fabric of the neighborhood compelled us to provide a compatible design solution,” he says. “At the same time we felt that an advanced architectural style was also appropriate. Frank Lloyd Wright’s Prairie Style was a natural inspiration as it influenced the Craftsman style yet is more advanced in appearance and better suited for passive solar design.”
Buddhist-style Rain Chains – a Unique Feature
The design seamlessly integrates several above-ground cisterns into the architecture, bringing the water playfully down Buddhist-style rain chains into a cluster of river stones at the top of the stone-clad cistern vaults. The captured rain water is available for landscape watering or car washing. The excess water spills out of the cistern vault down a cascade of stone and into a French drain trench that looks much like a Japanese-style dry riverbed.
Another important feature is the geothermal system, which provides temperate air using the Earth’s constant temperature as a heat source and heat sink. “The Boyce-Frost residence exemplifies the idea of living in harmony with, rather than living off of, the land,” says Rawlings. His firm, Rawlings Design, Inc., is at 108 Fifth Ave, Decatur, 404-488-2273.
Reducing Energy Consumption – a Practical Benefit
“Incorporating green elements into a renovation project saves the homeowner money in the long run,” says Renewal CEO Michelson. “Replacing inefficient equipment with high-efficiency equipment and materials can significantly reduce home energy bills, in addition to helping the environment.”
Watch the progress of this house here.
Friday, August 8, 2008
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Monday, July 28, 2008
Next Stop Decatur's Time Machine
The old Clark Music Store was one of many stores that thrived on Sycamore Street years ago. Today that same building is Birdi's.
Clark photo: Johnny Crawford/AJC
BiRDi's photo: Dennis Whitefield
Sunday, July 27, 2008
~ Fleet Feet Decatur ~
431 W Ponce de Leon Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
At Fleet Feet Decatur, you will find a friendly environment where runners, walkers and fitness enthusiasts of all abilities receive unparalleled service and support. Fleet Feet's Fitlosophy helps you find the right ''FIT'' in every facet of your active lifestyle. With our "one customer at a time" approach, our knowledgeable staff will help guide you to the right products for your individual needs.
Store hours
Mon - Fri 10a.m. - 7p.m.
Sat 10a.m. - 6p.m.
Sun 12p.m. - 5p.m.
404.371.0208
I had the opportunity to meet the owners of this fine new store yesterday, very nice people.
Please check this store out, you will love it.
Special note: They have great advertising techniques
see photo of 3 mannequins out front of the Brick Store Pub.
Great job, I love it.
For more on Fleet Feet click here.
Comment:
decaturite said:
Thanks for the photos inside the store Dennis! Especially liked the BSP shot!
Keep up the good work!
July 30, 2008 1:30 PM
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
You'll find it at Victory Vintage Home.
This is the backside of store.Victory Vintage Home
303 E. College Ave.
Decatur, GA. 30030
click here for web site.
Wordsmiths Books upcoming events.
Wordsmiths Books presents a forthcomingweek for the hair-obsessed, the Force-obsessed and the vampire-obsessed withauthor Doug Crandell, Salon Red, Karen Traviss & Star Wars: Clone Wars, aswell as a nationally-recognized BreakingDawn midnight release Prom
Not to be overshadowed by their midnight sale/Black and Red Prom(recently recognized in a national Associated Press article) for StephenieMeyer’s breakout Young Adult novel Breaking Dawn next Friday, August 1, Wordsmiths Books in Decatur, GA hasan entire week of in-store author events leading up to the Black and Red Promfor those who might no be as inclined to fawn over the Y.A.Vampire/Werewolf/Human love triangle saga.
On Tuesday, July 29at 7:30 PM, Wordsmiths Books presents a hair-raising event withlocal author Doug Crandell, in celebration of his new novel Hairdos of the Mildly Depressed. Athematic sequel to Crandell’s 2007 beloved best-seller The Flawless Skin Of Ugly People, Hairdos Of The Mildly Depressed continuesCrandell’s “Beauty Knows No Pain” trilogy with awell-crafted, character-driven plot centering around a man obsessed with hair.In conjunction with Salon Red, Decatur’s premiere beauty salon,Wordsmiths will be hosting a night they’re calling Much Ado About Hairdos. In addition to areading from and discussion with Doug Crandell, Salon Red Decatur’smaster stylist and owner Jessica Soler will be discussing the magic andmethodology behind getting the “best” haircut. Free Salon Redgoodies will be available for each attendee to the event, and everyone in theaudience will be registered to win a free haircut from Salon Red.
Then, on Wednesday, July30, at 7:30 P.M., the Force will be strong at Wordsmiths as they presentKaren Traviss, author of the newest Star Wars novel, Star Wars: Clone Wars. In celebration,they’ll be hosting a Star Wars costume contest, where they areencouraging fans of all ages to come dressed their “favorite orleast-favorite” Star Wars character, “major or minor”, forthe chance to win “fantastic prizes”.
All Wordsmiths Books events are free, and take place at 545N McDonough St, Decatur, GA, 30030. For more information on these or anyWordsmiths goings-on, email russ@wordsmithsbooks.comor call 404-378-7166.
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Russ Marshalek
Marketing/Publicity Director
Wordsmiths Books
545 N McDonough
Decatur, GA 30030
(404)378-7166
russ@wordsmithsbooks.com
Not to be overshadowed by their midnight sale/Black and Red Prom(recently recognized in a national Associated Press article) for StephenieMeyer’s breakout Young Adult novel Breaking Dawn next Friday, August 1, Wordsmiths Books in Decatur, GA hasan entire week of in-store author events leading up to the Black and Red Promfor those who might no be as inclined to fawn over the Y.A.Vampire/Werewolf/Human love triangle saga.
On Tuesday, July 29at 7:30 PM, Wordsmiths Books presents a hair-raising event withlocal author Doug Crandell, in celebration of his new novel Hairdos of the Mildly Depressed. Athematic sequel to Crandell’s 2007 beloved best-seller The Flawless Skin Of Ugly People, Hairdos Of The Mildly Depressed continuesCrandell’s “Beauty Knows No Pain” trilogy with awell-crafted, character-driven plot centering around a man obsessed with hair.In conjunction with Salon Red, Decatur’s premiere beauty salon,Wordsmiths will be hosting a night they’re calling Much Ado About Hairdos. In addition to areading from and discussion with Doug Crandell, Salon Red Decatur’smaster stylist and owner Jessica Soler will be discussing the magic andmethodology behind getting the “best” haircut. Free Salon Redgoodies will be available for each attendee to the event, and everyone in theaudience will be registered to win a free haircut from Salon Red.
Then, on Wednesday, July30, at 7:30 P.M., the Force will be strong at Wordsmiths as they presentKaren Traviss, author of the newest Star Wars novel, Star Wars: Clone Wars. In celebration,they’ll be hosting a Star Wars costume contest, where they areencouraging fans of all ages to come dressed their “favorite orleast-favorite” Star Wars character, “major or minor”, forthe chance to win “fantastic prizes”.
All Wordsmiths Books events are free, and take place at 545N McDonough St, Decatur, GA, 30030. For more information on these or anyWordsmiths goings-on, email russ@wordsmithsbooks.comor call 404-378-7166.
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Russ Marshalek
Marketing/Publicity Director
Wordsmiths Books
545 N McDonough
Decatur, GA 30030
(404)378-7166
russ@wordsmithsbooks.com
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Update on the Decatur High School Stadium Construction
Construction workers on the new stadium are working 7 days a week now. Today they were working on both sides of the field. New bleachers are being constructed for the visitors side , which the old stadium did not have.
At the rate they are going now they should have time to spare before the first home football game
Sept. 19, 2008
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