Next Stop Decatur Time Machine circa 1942 & Today

 Decatur GA
In 1942 Wheat Williams Realty Co. purchased this location which was formerly Home Folks Grill.
Today this building is occupied by Salonred Kids .
123 E. Ponce De Leon Ave. Decatur GA

Small Scale Development Workshop Nov. 15 , 2017

From thedecaturminute.com

On November 15, the City of Decatur and Decatur Development Authority will host a Small Scale Real Estate Development Workshop.  Get a big picture view of small scale real estate development.  The Workshop offers specialized training about how to create small projects, like 1-3 story buildings with less than 20 units, which are residential, commercial or mixed use. The Workshop is a day-long session designed to introduce the principles and implementation mechanisms behind neighborhood based development projects.  The course assumes you know a lot about where you live, but not necessarily much about the real estate process or building development. Discover where you need help and meet the people who can help you. Through presentations on finance, design and site selection, a hands-on practice exercise, and networking with local like-minded people, this workshop is the first step to becoming a small developer yourself or creating a supportive ecosystem for small development in your city.
WHAT: Small Scale Real Estate Development Workshop
WHEN: Wednesday, November 15, 2017, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
WHERE: Courtyard by Marriott, 130 Clairemont AvenueDecatur, GA, 30030
COST: Early Bird Registration Rate ($185) Concludes Friday, October 20, 2017
Regular Registration Rate ($215) Concludes Friday, November 10, 2017
Last Minute Registration Rate is ($245)
Register today at http://www.incrementaldevelopment.org/events/decatur2017

Video Friday - America - A Horse With No Name

Puppy Love at The Marlay this Saturday

We'll have adoptable pups onsite along with the Laguanitas team to promote their special brews.

 

 From: https://www.facebook.com/doggieharmony/

Saturday at 2 PM - 5 PM

Show Map The Marlay House 426 W Ponce de Leon Ave, Decatur, Georgia 30030

 

Please join us for a leisurely Saturday afternoon of delicious brews, music and doggie love!

We'll have adoptable pups onsite along with the Laguanitas team to promote their special brews.

We'll also be raffling off some fun gift baskets and certificates to support Doggie Harmony's ongoing dog rescue efforts!

So, mark you calendar and bring your friends. Dog friends welcome on the patio, but please only if they're dog/kid friendly.

See you soon.

2017 Madison Ave Soapbox Derby ( PHOTOS )

MORE PHOTOS COMING...CHECK BACK LATER

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Adding More photos here check back later for more https://www.flickr.com/photos/24391992@N00/albums/72157687072427320

Atlanta Warbird Weekend Oct 7-8

B-17 ALUMINUM OVERCAST Preparing for takeoff at P'TREE DeKalb Airport Friday Oct 6, 2017

From: http://www.atlantawarbirdweekend.com/
EVENT HOURS, SAT & SUN 9:00am-4:00pm
This year, the theme of the 4th Annual Atlanta Warbird Weekend, Oct. 7-8, 2017,
will honor and salute the Tuskegee Airmen.

The Tuskegee Airmen, the first cadet graduates to earn their wings 75 years ago at Tuskegee-- becoming the first black U. S. Army Air Corps pilots, have a rich history that begins in WWII but reaches far beyond those confines. In conjunction with the celebration of the accomplishments of the Tuskegee Airmen, the weekend will also place a focus on the accomplishments of all African-American pilots from WWII to the present.

The Commemorative Air Force Dixie Wing will assemble at Dekalb-Peachtree Airportall the type of airplanes flown by the Tuskegee Airmen. Along with other famous aircraft such as a FG-1D Corsair, SBD-5 Dauntless dive bomber, T-6 Texan, C-46, Stearman bi-planes, Douglas DC-3 and after four years a B-17 Flying Fortress will offer rides and cockpit tours.

Meet WWII Veterans and noted authors, attend a WWII 8th Air Force Fighter Mission Briefing, enjoy 1940’s Hollywood entertainers, visit with WWII reenactors, participate in a photography workshop and attend a dinner symposium with the original Tuskegee Airmen at the 57th Fighter Group restaurant on Saturday evening.

  2000 Airport Rd, Atlanta, GA 30341

For more info visit http://www.atlantawarbirdweekend.com/

Video Friday - David Gray - Babylon

Start Your Engines- Madison Ave Soapbox Derby is Sat. Oct 7 , 2017

 SEE 2017 Race Day Schedule Below
 Be sure to visit : https://www.facebook.com/Madison-Ave-Derby-203907216326593/

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 From  Raul Trujillo
Thanks for the info.

2017 Race Day Schedule

RACERS… ARRRRE YOU READY?!
What you need to know…
10:30 Registration OPENS: Teams arrive, sign in, wait for car inspection & park
Enter Madison Ave thru Johnston Place beginning at 10:30. Look for the registration tent. An adult must check in for their child regardless of team grouping. Waivers must be signed before you proceed. DON’T FORGET YOUR HELMETS! NO HELMET, NO RIDE!
-Please note, at this time, we cannot make any changes to the team, team names or drivers. If you have not paid your registration fee you have been withdrawn from the race and we hope you can join us to watch the event.
11:00 Food area is open: Grab a bite to eat and prepare for racing!
Food options will remain open until 5:00 pm.
U Joint & Steinbeck’s tent
Grilled Cheese, Burgers (including Steinbeck’s Tower of Power), Hot Dogs, Pulled Pork,
Wraps, Jettie, Tots, Chips & Fruits
Matador tent
Pork Tacos & Grilled Street Corn
Bake Sale Tent – also selling race t-shirts
Beer Tent powered by The Faction
Steel City Pops: Great local popsicles
12:00 pm – Judging begins (cars all at the top of the street)
12:45 pm – Race introduction
1:00 pm – Race – ages 6 & under
1:45 pm – Race – ages 7 to 11
2:30 pm – Race – ages 12 to 17
3:30 pm – Race – ages 18 and up
4:00 pm – Race over – Old Matt Donald’s Farm takes the stage
4:30 pm – Awards Ceremony and Check Presentation
5:00 pm – Band back on stage for a second set
5:30 pm – that’s a wrap!
– This is a rough schedule. We cannot predict how the race will flow with over 80 drivers!
Please keep in mind that this is a grassroots event and we will do the best we can to stay on schedule.
Fun, fun, fun… The vision of this event is picnic/parade style where families, friends and neighbors will be walking to the event with their chairs & blankets while snacking with their families and watching the Derby. For those of you who live on Madison Ave we hope you invite your friends, set up a tailgate style picnic and enjoy the day! All others are welcome to set up their picnic goods on the sidewalks up & down the street.
We will have a “donation station” with baked goods for (cash or check) donation, t-shirts for sale ($20 for Youth & Adult) We encourage you to spread the word to bring cash & checks ONLY.

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Music for Racing this should get you in the mood. From the Paul Newman movie "WINNING" (1969) soundtrack music by Dave Grusin

Video Friday - Guess Who- American Woman

Autumn Electronics Recycling Day - Saturday Oct 7

http://www.decaturga.com

American Made Starts Friday Sept 29

Taco Cantina Coming to the Old Fourth Ward

From  http://www.tonetoatl.com
 
A new location of Taco Cantina is coming soon to the Old Fourth Ward.  The Mexican eatery from "acclaimed chef" Adolfo Gonzales will open in place of Baked Comfort Foods, which closed this past January at the Tribute Lofts near the intersection of John Wesley Dobbs Avenue and Boulevard.
read full story at  http://www.tonetoatl.com/2017/09/Adolfo-Gonzales-Bringing-Taco-Cantina-To-Old-Fourth-Ward.html#more

Video Friday - Chris Montez - Let's Dance

Decatur Craft Beer Festival Tickets Still Available

 The Decatur Minute reminds us of The Decatur Craft Beer Festival

 From : http://decaturbeerfestival.com/

October 21, 2017 - Noon to 5 PM

Enjoy an afternoon of beer tasting on the square in downtown Decatur, Georgia. Each general admission ticket ($45) includes a special tasting glass and unlimited sips from more than 80 breweries. Get the ultimat beer festival experience with a VIP ticket ($90).
Tickets on sale now!

A New re-creation of TOCO HILL Sign is Standing Tall at Shopping Center

 Toco Hill Shopping Center

 From :  http://www.ajc.com
Q: The shopping center on the corner of North Druid Hills and LaVista roads in Atlanta recently put up a huge, new sign that says “Toco Hill.” Where does the name Toco Hill come from?

—Joni Pelta, Atlanta

A: “Toco” is believed to be a phrase that the original developer, Clyde Shepherd, learned from a Brazilian Indian when he built airbases in that country during World War II, according to past AJC stories and the current owners of the shopping center, Edens. It is reported to mean to “have better luck than you think you’ll have.” Shepherd reportedly then paired the word with a hill that once was on the DeKalb County property.

The original Toco Hill sign was put up along the road in the middle of the 20th century, and it was torn down in the late 1980s or early 90s, according to Edens, which is redeveloping Toco Hill shopping center. Local Pizzaiolo, Hudson Grille, the vintage furniture and home décor shop Westside Market and Spiller Park Coffee are among new and planned eateries and shops.

The re-creation of the sign is based on the original — before it was painted. The new sign is in the center’s new plaza area, according to Edens, and integrated into the gathering space, which will also have a fountain.

Saturday Night Fever Video - Bee Gees

Video Friday Elton John - I'm Still Standing

Steel City Pops Update

 From : http://www.tonetoatl.com/
 
 Steel City Pops opened their Austin, Texas location this past Wednesday and plans to open their new Atlanta area brick & mortar location, in downtown Decatur, by the end of the month.  The new shop is in addition to the Birmingham-based company's pop cart locations at Atlantic Station and at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta.  Sources say that the company has plans for as many as two additional Atlanta area locations in the coming years.

Location 312 Church St. 

City Offices Closed Monday, September 11

 This is from the decatur minute

Due to the threat of severe weather for our area, all city offices are closed tomorrow, Monday September 11. Public safety, public works and emergency staff should report as normal.
Other cancellations:
-Monday garbage and recycling services. A notice for Tuesday’s services will be posted by Monday afternoon.
-Monday court sessions are all cancelled. Individuals will receive a notice of rescheduled dates and times.
-After School Programs
-Active Living activities
-Oakhurst Pool ribbon cutting.
Emergency updates and closures will be posted here, the city’s website, and all official City of Decatur social media platforms.

Video Friday - James Brown - I Feel Good

Old Fourth Ward Fall Fest Sept 8 & 9

Visit http://oldfourthwardfallfest.com/  for more info.

Timberland Plans a Lenox Square Store

 From: http://www.tonetoatl.com/
 

Timberland plans to open a new store at Lenox Square in Buckhead next month.  Known for their durable boots and outdoor apparel, Timberland will open on the mall's second level, between LOFT and Gap Kids, in the approximately 3,000 square foot former Crocs space.  

https://www.timberland.com

Video Friday - Tim McGraw - Something Like That

The AJC Decatur Book Festival September 1–3, 2017

 From https://www.decaturbookfestival.com

The AJC Decatur Book Festival is the largest independent book festival in the country and one of the five largest overall. Since its launch, more than 1,000 world-class authors and hundreds of thousands of festival-goers have crowded the historic downtown Decatur square to enjoy book signings, author readings, panel discussions, an interactive children's area, live music, parades, cooking demonstrations, poetry slams, writing workshops, and more.
The DBF is a community based non-profit that counts on your donations to operate each year. We are a 501(c)3 and your donation is tax deductible.
visit  https://www.decaturbookfestival.com

Video Friday - The Beatles - The Long and Winding Road

Henry Winkler ( The Fonz) at the Decatur High School Performing Arts Center Sept 1

Decatur High School Performing Arts Center


Friday, Sept 1 .  5:00-6:00

From:  https://www.decaturbookfestival.com

This year's DBF Kidnote features Henry Winkler, affectionately known at The Fonz. Together with his writing partner, Lin Oliver, he writes the “Hank Zipzer” and “Here’s Hank” book series for young readers. The New York Times best-selling “Hank Zipzer” series chronicles the “high-spirited and funny adventures of a boy with learning differences", and in 2014, the writers introduced “Here’s Hank,” a series targeting even younger children with reading difficulties. As a youngster, Henry suffered from undiagnosed dyslexia and has become an inspiring champion of children facing similar obstacles. 

read more 

  Photo credit: Apega / WENN

Special Video - Jerry Lewis as Typewriter

Joe's Crab Shack Shutters Over 40 Locations, Including Duluth Restaurant

From: http://www.tonetoatl.com
 In recent weeks, Ignite Restaurant Group has shuttered more than 40 locations across the country in wake of its June Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing.
 The company, owner of the Joe's Crab Shack and Brick House Tap + Tavern
 concepts, was won August 7th by Landry’s Inc., (which like Ignite, is based in Houston, Texas) in a bankruptcy auction.
more

Video Friday - Ricky Nelson - Garden Party