Pied Piper Parade July 4th

From The Decatur Minute Join the Pied Piper Parade as it makes its way through downtown Decatur on Tuesday, July 4. Gather friends and family, ride your bike, walk or skate in this community parade for anyone and everyone. Neighborhoods and organizations are encouraged to make floats and join the fun too. And don’t forget your red, white, and blue! Parade lineup is at 5:30 p.m. at the First Baptist Church Decatur, 308 Clairemont Ave. Pedestrians will gather on the lawn and vehicles will be lined up by volunteers in the parking lot. The parade begins at 6 p.m. The concert on the square starts at 7 p.m. in the Community Bandstand, featuring the Callanwolde Concert Band. Fireworks begin at dark (approximately 9 p.m.). Thanks to the Decatur Business Association for their contribution for the fireworks display.

Video Friday - Shout - Otis Day & The Knights

OTIS!!! My man! Fat, drunk and stupid is no way to go through life, son. DEAN WORMER: You're out! Finished at Faber! Expelled! I want you off this campus at nine o'clock Monday morning, and I've contacted your local draft boards and told them that you were all, all eligible for military service.

Decatur's MARTA Mural: How it Happened

Video Friday - Bill Haley - Rock Around the Clock

Savi Provisions Coming to Downtown Decatur in Cook's Warehouse Space

Savi Provisions Coming to Downtown Decatur in Cook's Warehouse Space.
Read more on this news at ajc link below.

From the AJC:
http://www.myajc.com/business/kempner-atlanta-gourmet-grocer-aims-avoid-amazon-whooping/Ht0l5ZhnIUtVRNwAb5h1VJ/

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Video Friday - Whitney Houston - I Wanna Dance With Someone

Go Ahead Make My Day at The Plaza - Clint Eastwood Film Festival – 6/16 through 6/22

Clint Eastwood Film Festival – 6/16 through 6/22 at The Plaza Theatre

Gran Torino (R)
Sun: (1:00 PM)
Mon: 7:10 PM
Unforgiven (R)
Sat: 9:30 PM
Sun: 3:30 PM
The Rocky Horror Picture Show (R)
Fri: 11:55 PM
Dirty Harry (NR)
Fri: 9:30 PM
Sat: 7:30 PM
Play Misty for Me (NR)
Fri: 7:30 PM
Mon: 9:30 PM
Hang ’em High (PG-13)
Fri: 5:00 PM
Sat: (2:30 PM)
The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly (Il Buono, il brutto, il cattivo) (R)
Sun: 8:30 PM
Tue: 9:00 PM
The Beguiled (1971) (R)
Sat: 5:10 PM
Tue: 7:00 PM
For a Few Dollars More (Per qualche dollaro in piu) (NR)
Sun: 6:00 PM
Thu: 9:30 PM

info from plazaatlanta.com








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RR Crossing Closures at McDonough and Candler Begin Monday, June 19

From: http://www.decaturmakeover.com

 Effective the morning of Monday, June 19, CSX will begin rebuilding their crossings at Candler and McDonough Streets.
Site work will continue uninterrupted until its completion which is projected to take roughly seven days. Both crossings will be closed and will remain closed for the duration. Adjacent streets such as College Avenue will be unaffected.
Completion could be delayed due to rain. Stay tuned here for updates if an extension proves necessary.
 See detail maps at  http://www.decaturmakeover.com

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Village Burger Coming to Tucker

 From http://www.tonetoatl.com
 Village Burger plans to open a new location in Tucker later this summer.  The restaurant, which replaces The Tucker Fountain on Main Street in downtown Tucker, will be the third location for the local restaurant.  The original Village Burger opened in place of a former Bruster's in Dunwoody in 2010. A second Village Burger opened in Johns Creek during the summer of 2014 in a former Yoforia.

photo credit :   http://www.villageburger.com/Area-Locations

Good Food & Mighty Fine Drinks Too! !

    The Square Pub !

Video Friday - Gary Lewis & The Playboys - She's Just My Style

Decatur Beach Party now called Summer in the City . . . Where Beach Meets the Street.

 From http://decaturdba.com/events/summer-in-the-city/

  WHEN: Friday, June 16 • 5-11 p.m.

What do you get when you combine the Decatur Beach Party, a cultural community festival, and the Brick Store Pub’s 20th anniversary? An exciting, beach-themed, performance-rich celebration, now known as Summer in the City . . . Where Beach Meets the Street. Come and celebrate this new take on the annual Decatur Beach Party, featuring pop-up cultural performances, a special Brick Store anniversary cake, and much, much more. Admission is free to the community.

Old Favorites

The event will bring back some Beach Party favorites, including the 60 tons of sand, kids activities, and a wall for rock climbing. A rockin’ band, Bogey and the Viceroy, will perform live from the stage on the MARTA plaza beginning at 8 p.m. The band consists of New Orleans native Bogey Thornton and the troubadours of The Viceroy, an eight-piece band covering classic soul from every era, along with retro rock/pop and today’s current chart-toppers.     

Pop-Up Performances

A variety of pop-up performances, artists and activities will include the Apu Inka Peruvian Band, MBond Afrika African Dance Group – plus stilt walking, fire twirling, sidewalk chalk art, and more. DJ Quasi Mandisco will spin records and direct attendees to the various festivities as they pop up.

Three Taverns Beer and Funnel Cakes

The event will include plenty of funnel cakes, kettle corn and other carnival food for sale. Beer from Three Taverns, wine and soft drinks will be available as well. All the restaurants will be open for business and many will serve special Summer in the City menus.

The Gates Are Gone

Traditionally the Decatur Beach Party, as the Decatur Business Association’s annual fundraiser, was a ticketed and gated event. This year, thanks to our sponsors, the gates are gone, entrance is free, and the program has expanded to include more performances and activities. There may be some charges for a few of the activities such as the rock climbing wall and souvenirs such as light wands. Visit the Decatur Beach Party Facebook page for more information.

Church Street Shut Down Thursday due to Two car Accident

Church Street Shut Down Today due to Two car Accident .
Read more at Decaturish.com

Barre + Yoga Classes This Summer in Harmony Park

 From: The Decatur Minute

Pure Barre Decatur and Corrective Chiropractic are hosting three outdoor Barre + Yoga classes this summer in Harmony Park:
June 10
July 15
August 5
All classes start at 8:30 a.m.
Classes are free with with suggested donations benefiting the Decatur Youth Fund.

Video Friday - Boz Scaggs - Georgia

Scout Event: Tacos by the Truck Thursday June 1st

From:  http://scoutoakhurst.com/events.html

Tacos by the Truck on Thursday, June 1st

Mark your calendars! From 6:30 to 9PM, enjoy tacos and craft Don Julio cocktails
by Chef Michael Semancik and Nate Shuman. $8 gets you a dinner plate, $20 gets you
a dinner plate and two cocktails. We'll also be serving our regular menu all evening.

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Video Friday - Herman's Hermits - There's a Kind of Hush

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Decatur Arts Festival This Week-End

 From thedecaturartsfestival.com

About the Festival

1. What are the hours of the Decatur Arts Festival?

The ArtWalk opens the festival on Friday evening at 5 pm. The festival hours are Saturday, 10 am-6 pm, and Sunday, 11 am-5 pm.

2. Where can I park?

We encourage you to take MARTA to the Decatur Station, or bike to Downtown Decatur and use the Bike Valet Service, returning to this year’s festival. This year’s festival map with parking details is available here. Metered spaces, and pay parking in private decks and lots is available. Click here for more information about parking in Decatur.

3. What if it rains?

The festival will be held rain or shine.

4. Is it free?

Yes, all events are free.

5. Where is the kids area of the festival?

The Kids Arts Festival is on Saturday, 9:30 am-2 pm at the Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. (map)

6. Where do I get food and beverages?

Food trucks and beverage vendors are located on East Court Square, or take your pick from Decatur’s many award-winning restaurants, pubs, cafés and fast food restaurants. This year we have a special festival beer on tap brewed by Three Taverns – 3 Day IPA. See a full list of food options here.

7. What is the musical lineup?

Information will be posted closer to the event date. See the 2016 performance details here.

8. How do I find a specific artist?

Look for an artist list and festival map available online in early May.

9. Where can I buy a poster and festival T-shirt?

Festival merchandise can be purchased at the information tents.

10. How can I be a volunteer?

Check our Volunteer page for more information on how to get involved.

About the Festival

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 This info from The Decatur Minute

Friday, May 26

• The Arlo Art Bazaar, noon- 5 p.m.
• ArtWalk, 5- 10 p.m.
• Coco + Mischa: A Soundtrack to Summer Art Show, 5- 10 p.m.
• Midnight in the Garden of Cherries Jubilee, 10:30 p.m.- 1:30 a.m. 

Saturday, May 27

• Saturday Decatur Farmers Market , 9 a.m.
• Decatur Arts Festival, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
• The Arlo Art Bazaar, noon- 5 p.m.
• Concert on the Square, 7 p.m.

ARTWALK Friday May 26

Artwalk

Friday, May 26 | 5-10 pm | All around Decatur
Free and open to the public

Decatur’s largest one-night art experience returns! Stroll around town to see exhibits at various shops and galleries and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks. Beer will be on sale at East Court Square.
read more here

Video Friday - The Band Perry - Gentle on My Mind

Decatur Arts Festival - You Can Volunteer

 From http://decaturartsfestival.com/volunteer/

Volunteer

Volunteer opportunities include:

• Artists Market set up and close down
• Artist’s helper
• Community Art Project
• Kids Arts Festival
• Fine Arts Exhibition
• New Dance
• Silent Auction
• Souvenir/Information Tent
• Volunteer/Artists Check In
Go paperless! Fill out a Volunteer Decatur profile in our secure online system that you can access any time you sign up for an event. Your volunteer hours and events can be tracked through your profile, and the new system also allows you to receive email alerts and messages, check schedules and request the shifts you prefer.
To sign up with Volunteer Decatur, click here.
Already registered with Volunteer Decatur? Click here.
Contact: Sherry Jackman, Volunteer! Decatur, at sherry.jackman@decaturga.com or 678-615-0915.

Undate Info on Northlake Mall

I missed this from last week.
 update info on Northlake Mall

 From: http://www.tonetoatl.com
New owner "committed to project."

I have received a number of emails and comments about the status of Northlake Mall. To that end, I followed up with Tony Ruggeri, President of ATR Corinth Partners, the Dallas based firm that purchased Northlake Mall in early 2016.   Mr. Ruggeri says he and his firm are "committed to the Northlake Mall project" and that things are progressing, albeit slower than he or residents may have hoped.  

A 20 year veteran of the commercial real estate industry, Ruggeri has developed, redeveloped, owned, and managed over 2 million square feet of commercial real estate.

Northlake Mall, originally built in 1971, was for much of its life owned by mall powerhouse Simon Property Group.  The 962,000 square foot mall is located off I-285, bordered by Briarcliff Road, Henderson Mill Road and Northlake Parkway,  and is today anchored by JCPenney, Sears, and Macy's. (Former anchor Kohl's closed last year.) 

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photo credit:  https://whatnowatlanta.com

Video Friday - Rod Stewart - Maggie May

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar Coming to Church Street

Very popular Church Street is getting another Restaurant.

 From:http://www.tonetoatl.com

Bad Daddy's Burger Bar, a growing burger chain, is planning what is expected to be its second Atlanta area restaurant next year in Decatur. The new 3,600 square foot restaurant will be located in North Decatur Square, the new mixed use development expected to begin construction soon at the corner of Church Street and North Decatur Road in Decatur.

read more at  http://www.tonetoatl.com

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Steel City Pops Coming to Decatur

From: http://www.tonetoatl.com/2017/05/exclusive-steel-city-pops-secures-first.html#more
Popsicle purveyor coming to Decatur.

Steel City Pops, a Birmingham based popsicle business, is planning to make its Atlanta debut later this summer in Decatur.  The new store is expected to open at 312 Church Street, in a space originally planned for Guy Wong's Big Boss Chinese restaurant. 

Although as recently as this past December, Wong was "testing" dishes for Big Boss at his Westside eatery Le Fat, plans for the 312 Church property have been abandoned.  I spoke to Wong earlier this week and he confirmed that "we are not moving forward with that project."  

Wong first announced plans for Big Boss in 2013, but since then, he has opened Le Fat with Mike Blum, Ton Ton in Ponce City Market and One Rooster, also in partnership with Blum, on the Westside.  Wong is no doubt plenty busy with his new restaurants, as well as his original Miso Izakaya, so perhaps it's best that he hold off for now.
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