Thursday, December 17, 2015
"Press & Grind" Coming to N. Highland Ave.
From: http://www.tonetoatl.com/
"Press & Grind" is the name of the new concept from Stacy Eames of The Highland Bakery.
Press & Grind has been in the works for over a year and replaces the former Aurora Coffee near the intersection of North Highland Avenue and Virginia Avenue in Virginia Highland. According to an employee at The Highland Bakery on Highland Avenue, Press & Grind is on track to open December 28th.
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Press & Grind is on track to open December 28th.
Signage at the property indicates that
"Press & Grind" is the name of the new concept from Stacy Eames of The Highland Bakery.
Press & Grind has been in the works for over a year and replaces the former Aurora Coffee near the intersection of North Highland Avenue and Virginia Avenue in Virginia Highland. According to an employee at The Highland Bakery on Highland Avenue, Press & Grind is on track to open December 28th.
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Tuesday, December 15, 2015
The 11th Annual Run with the Dogs is Saturday 9 January 2016
11th Annual Run with the Dogs is Saturday, 9 January 2016!
From:
http://dhs.csdecatur.net/athletics/DBB/Registration forms can be found HERE or register online on active.com.
The
Decatur Bulldog Boosters would like to let the Decatur dog-loving and
running communities know of the 11th Annual Decatur Bulldog Boosters 5K
"Run with the Dogs" on Saturday, January 9 at 9:00 a.m. This
run/walk event will begin and end in front of Decatur High School and
traverse a scenic, if challenging, course. The event will again feature a
single 5K race where runners and dog-owners can run with (or without)
their dogs.
T-shirts, awards, and treats will be available to participants as well
as a sporty "race"-kerchief for canine companions. All proceeds go to
funding the uniforms, equipment, and awards for our student-athletes at
the middle and high schools. So come on out and run off a few of those
Holiday calories with Decatur and its Dogs!
This
will be the first race of the New Year in the City of Decatur's 2016
Grand Slam Fitness Challenge and will serve as the award ceremony for
those dedicated Team Decatur individuals who completed the Grand Slam
last year!
Follow us on Facebook or Twitter @RWTD5k. Any questions can be forwarded to Bill Ainslie at ainslie.william@gmail.com.
h/t Decatur Metro
Monday, December 14, 2015
Breakfast with Santa Tickets
From: the decaturminute.com
Breakfast with Santa is this Saturday, Dec. 19, 8-10 a.m at the Decatur Courtyard Marriott Hotel.
There are 100 tickets left and they usually sell out, so make sure to get yours today. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12 and includes a delicious breakfast buffet, a picture with Santa, and other fun holiday activities. Purchase your tickets online here.
Breakfast with Santa Tickets
100 Breakfast with Santa Tickets Left
Breakfast with Santa is this Saturday, Dec. 19, 8-10 a.m at the Decatur Courtyard Marriott Hotel.
There are 100 tickets left and they usually sell out, so make sure to get yours today. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for children under 12 and includes a delicious breakfast buffet, a picture with Santa, and other fun holiday activities. Purchase your tickets online here.
Construction to begin soon at site of former Varsity Jr.
From: http://www.tonetoatl.com
More than five years since its closure, and over a year since I first reported its fate, the former Varsity Jr. will in fact become a new self storage facility. While rumors of the deal falling apart had spread over the past few months, I confirmed there are active permits for the construction of the self storage facility.
The new facility, to be known as "Lindbergh Self Storage," will cost $3.5 million to construct, according to building permits filed this week with the City of Atlanta. The nearly 100,000 square foot facility will reportedly have 750 climate-controlled storage units. The four story building, which sits on roughly 1.4 acres, will reportedly be completed in about eight months according to someone with knowledge of the construction timeline.
Less than a half mile from the new storage facility, Extra Space Storage already operates in a converted Service Merchandise store and parking lot.
Additionally, there is also another storage facility, Public Storage, located about a mile away, near the intersection of LaVista and Briarcliff Roads.
What are your thoughts on this new development? Are you in favor of this redevelopment? What else would you like to see happen in the area?
Varsity Jr. Parcel Becoming "Lindbergh Self Storage"
Construction to begin soon at site of former Varsity Jr.More than five years since its closure, and over a year since I first reported its fate, the former Varsity Jr. will in fact become a new self storage facility. While rumors of the deal falling apart had spread over the past few months, I confirmed there are active permits for the construction of the self storage facility.
The new facility, to be known as "Lindbergh Self Storage," will cost $3.5 million to construct, according to building permits filed this week with the City of Atlanta. The nearly 100,000 square foot facility will reportedly have 750 climate-controlled storage units. The four story building, which sits on roughly 1.4 acres, will reportedly be completed in about eight months according to someone with knowledge of the construction timeline.
Less than a half mile from the new storage facility, Extra Space Storage already operates in a converted Service Merchandise store and parking lot.
Additionally, there is also another storage facility, Public Storage, located about a mile away, near the intersection of LaVista and Briarcliff Roads.
What are your thoughts on this new development? Are you in favor of this redevelopment? What else would you like to see happen in the area?
Friday, December 11, 2015
Christmas Concert, "The Carols of Christmas," at First Baptist Church of Decatur Sun. Dec 13
Christmas Concert, "The Carols of Christmas," a concert of Traditional & Modern Carols
Sunday
Dec 13, 2015
– 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Start your Holiday Season with a unique concert of Traditional and Modern Carols. Following the concert, join us for a reception honoring the life and directorship of Mary Anne Sharp, our Director Emeritus,who just retired after 57 years as our Director.
For additioal questions, contact Carl Seale at 678-488-7717
Decatur Civic Chorus: For over 68 years, the Decatur Civic Chorus has performed pop, classic, and patriotic music to appeal to all ages. Having toured throughout the U.S. and around the world, the chorus offers a very warm and mellow sound not found often in Choral Groups.
First Baptist Church of Decatur
308 Clairemont Avenue
Decatur, GA 30030 Map
Thursday, December 10, 2015
Future Looks Good for Smith's Olde Bar
ATLANTA -- It's not time for that last round just yet. Months after Smith's Olde Bar was told to vacate the building they've occupied since 1993, a deal is in the works.
Jo Ann Chitty, Senior VP of Selig Enterprises, confirmed the company purchased the brick building at the corner of Monroe and Piedmont for $3 million. Chitty said they're working closely with bar owner Dan Nolan to keep Smith's at its current location. She called it an "Atlanta institution", and wants to keep the bar in its current spot.
She said details about the deal should be released early next week. The company plans to do restoration to the rest of the complex. The renovates spaces will be leased to other tenants.
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Pallookaville Fine Foods For Sale
Pallookaville Fine Foods is located at 17 N Avondale Rd, Avondale Estates, GA 30002.
This is an incredible opportunity to jump onboard on a train leaving the station to endless growth opportunities.
Well established and Famous Brand that could very easily be duplicated and franchised for national, regional and local growth.
Concept is fun and easy to run with low food and staffing cost.
Celebrity Owner and reality TV Star who has appeared on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Food Network, Cooking Channel and Discovery Network is moving onto another project but will stay on during transition period with extensive training. Owner will stay on in a consulting arrangement if needed by new owner for menu development and or to be spokesperson.
This casual full service casual restaurant and bar in 2014 did $1,500,000 with owners pulling out almost $100,000 with zero effort after paying full staff and all expenses. 2015 Gross Sales are $90,000 per month with Owner net profit before personal expenses and loans at $12,000 to $16,000 per month. These numbers do not include truck or catering which does another $65,000 in Gross Sales.
Food truck is fully vented with removable fryers, prep table and hand sink.
Satellite location in Little Five Points under construction opening early 2016. Unit Two will be for take-out only.
Unit One has underwent a $300,000 renovation and is mint condition.
Unit One is is 5200/sf with seating for 80 plus full 6-seat bar and outdoor patio which seats 30. Upper level event space accommodates 60-guests with full operating kitchen and large office.
Unit One has rent of $3250 all in and includes it own parking lot with a dedicated space for food truck.
Food trucks is world famous but Owner does select fairs when he is inclined to bring truck out. Anywhere this truck goes creates havoc and long lines pulling in $4,000 a day. Truck includes a brand new transmission, rebuilt engine, brand new tires, updated electrical system, very powerful generator, hand sink, removable fryers, prep tables, service tables and roof mounted hood exhaust.
Sales includes all furniture, fixtures, equipment, food truck, additional unit, trademarks, recipes. Some personal knick items in restaurant will be identified prior to sale and not included.
Priced at $575,000 with Owner financing options available.
H/T Decatur Metro
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Decorate Decatur for the Holidays
From: http://thedecaturminute.com/2015/12/07/decorate-decatur-2015/
Just like Decorate Decatur Halloween, Decorate Decatur for the Holidays has gone digital.
We invite you to let us know about great decorative displays within the city of Decatur.
Drop us an email at events@decaturga.com. Include the street address, description of the decor, and a photo of the decorated home.
Send in your info by December 14, 2015 at 5 p.m. and we’ll update an online map that includes pinpoints for each location. The best display wins the coveted Commissioners Cup at the City Commission meeting on Monday, December 21.
The Williamsburg Aparment Property Sold
Demolition of large apartment complex likely to lead to insane number of new homes.
The Williamsburg Apartments, located near the intersection of Clairmont and North Druid Hills Roads, have been sold.
Atlanta-based TriBridge Residential sold the property last month to Atlanta based PulteGroup. I first heard rumors of the proposed sale and redevelopment in September, but the the other shoe dropped late last month.
Residents, many of whom are retirees, were informed November 30th that they must vacate the property "prior to February 1st 2016." Financial incentives are being offered to tenants on a sliding basis this month. Those who vacate their apartments by December 18th will receive a $1,000 moving allowance as well as a 50% December rent rebate. Tenants who vacate the property by December 31st will receive a $500 moving allowance and a 50% December rent rebate. Those who don't vacate by the end of the year reportedly receive nothing.
Amazingly, when I spoke to a leasing representative at the complex in late September, they were still actively leasing and renewing leases. For leasing and renewing to go on like business as usual seems rather cruel to those who might have just moved in less than 60 days ago and are now faced with another move.
The 416 unit complex, built in 1965, sits on 37 acres within close proximity to Emory University, the CDC, VA, Decatur and both I-85 and US 78. Currently, the project has access in/out from both Clairmont and North Druid Hills Roads, making the site especially convenient.
On the Clairmont Road side of the apartment complex, a former gas station and convenience store are also being targeted for redevelopment. Current plans call for an approximately 27,000 square foot three story office building to be built on the one acre parcel. At the corner of Clairmont and North Druid Hills Roads, a former Exxon gas station remains vacant and available.
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photo credit: google maps
Sunday, December 6, 2015
Tag Renewal Problems to Persist Through December
From: http://www.fox5atlanta.com
Car owners with December birthdays will not get the normal license tag renewal notices this year.
According to the Georgia Department of Revenue, vendor issues earlier this fall will continue to impact those renewal notices going out on time.
The vendor handling renewal notices, World Marketing, filed for bankruptcy in September and stopped sending them.
The state hired a new vendor to handle the notices, but the DOR said Thursday they must still finalize "future mailings" with the company.
Instead of the normal renewal notices, people with December birthdays should receive a letter explaining their other tag renewal options.
Earlier this month, Fulton County Commissioners passed a resolution temporarily waiving any late fees or interest for drivers impacted by the renewal delays in October and November. Wednesday, they voted to extend that grace period through December.
Car owners with December birthdays will not get the normal license tag renewal notices this year.
According to the Georgia Department of Revenue, vendor issues earlier this fall will continue to impact those renewal notices going out on time.
The vendor handling renewal notices, World Marketing, filed for bankruptcy in September and stopped sending them.
The state hired a new vendor to handle the notices, but the DOR said Thursday they must still finalize "future mailings" with the company.
Instead of the normal renewal notices, people with December birthdays should receive a letter explaining their other tag renewal options.
Earlier this month, Fulton County Commissioners passed a resolution temporarily waiving any late fees or interest for drivers impacted by the renewal delays in October and November. Wednesday, they voted to extend that grace period through December.
Friday, December 4, 2015
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Mitchel Anderson signing at The Cook's Warehouse
Mitchell Anderson, owner of the very popular Midtown
restaurant MetroFresh, will sign his new cookbook, “Food and Thought,” in two
stores of The Cook’s Warehouse:
·
Midtown-Ansley Mall – Saturday, December 5,
3-5 p.m.
·
Decatur – Saturday, December 12, 3-5
p.m.
Anderson, a former actor on Doogie Howser MD and Party
of Five, began his second career in 2002, apprenticing for “Souper Jenny”
Levison before opening MetroFresh in 2005.
“Food and Thought” is a very special cookbook, half
recipes from his popular restaurant and half musings and thoughts on food,
business, family and current events. You will love
it!
“Food and Thought” makes a perfect holiday gift and Chef
Anderson will be pleased to autograph and personalize his first cookbook just
for you or those lucky folks on your gift list.
Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Mapping Atlanta's Ice Rinks, as If Atlantans Can Ice Skate!
Photo credit flickr member DEREK MEDLIN https://www.flickr.com/photos/
From curbedatlanta.com
Mapping Atlanta's Ice Rinks, as If Atlantans Can Ice Skate!
by Michael Kahn
Hey Atlanta: It's December! And with Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanza/Festivus holidays looming, it's time to get out and enjoy one of winter's grandest outdoor activities. Sure, the only winter pastime we do really well is cause day-long traffic freakouts, but there are a few ice skating rinks scattered around that allow us Southerners to feel like Northerners for a few hours. And if you're worried about looking like a fool, think of it this way... ice is pretty much the great equalizer. Unless you're Michelle Kwan, you're probably going to bust your derrière a few times, no matter how sober you are. So check out the map, get out there and have some fun.
see map and list at http://atlanta.curbed.com/archives/2015/12/01/map-atlanta-ice-skating-rinks.php
Lost Disney film "Oswald the Lucky Rabbit" found in the BFI National Archive
From: http://www.bfi.org.uk/
A number of other films do survive but Sleigh Bells has been, until now, a lost film, unseen since its original release. The animation in the film was accomplished by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks, both of whom went on to create the character of Mickey Mouse, following a contractual disagreement with Universal, for whom they had created the Oswald films
The print of Sleigh Bells (1928) was preserved in the collections of the BFI National Archive.
The exciting rediscovery was made by a researcher browsing the online catalogue of the BFI National Archive’s holdings. Walt Disney Animation Studios have taken this unique surviving film print and created both a new preservation print and digital copies. The film has a running time of approximately six minutes. Robin Baker, Head Curator, BFI National Archive said: “What a joyful treat to discover a long-lost Walt Disney film in the BFI National Archive and to be able to show Sleigh Bells to a whole new audience 87 years after it was made.
The restoration of this film will introduce many audiences to Disney’s work in the silent period – it clearly demonstrates the vitality and imagination of his animation at a key point in his early career. We thank Walt Disney for working with us and are thrilled to present the world premiere of this restored version here in London at BFI Southbank.” Andrew Millstein, President of Walt Disney
Animation Studios, which oversaw the restoration, added: “We’re thrilled to be collaborating with the BFI National Archives in the restoration of the ‘lost’ Oswald short, Sleigh Bells, and to be sharing this delightful animated discovery with audiences in the UK as part of this special Disney holiday programme.
The Oswald shorts are an important part of our Studios’ history, and we have been working with film archives and private collectors all around the world to research the missing titles. We are grateful to Katrina Stokes, Robin Baker, and their associates at the BFI for helping us locate and preserve Sleigh Bells.”
Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, the first-ever Disney character and a long-eared precursor to Mickey Mouse, features in this long-lost animated film.
The BFI National Archive and Walt Disney Animation Studios are pleased to announce the rediscovery of a rare, long-lost, Walt Disney animated film, Sleigh Bells (1928) featuring the first ever Disney character, Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, a long-eared precursor to Mickey Mouse. Oswald the Lucky Rabbit was invented by Walt Disney in 1927 and was loved for his mischievous and rebellious personality.
A number of other films do survive but Sleigh Bells has been, until now, a lost film, unseen since its original release. The animation in the film was accomplished by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks, both of whom went on to create the character of Mickey Mouse, following a contractual disagreement with Universal, for whom they had created the Oswald films
The print of Sleigh Bells (1928) was preserved in the collections of the BFI National Archive.The exciting rediscovery was made by a researcher browsing the online catalogue of the BFI National Archive’s holdings. Walt Disney Animation Studios have taken this unique surviving film print and created both a new preservation print and digital copies. The film has a running time of approximately six minutes. Robin Baker, Head Curator, BFI National Archive said: “What a joyful treat to discover a long-lost Walt Disney film in the BFI National Archive and to be able to show Sleigh Bells to a whole new audience 87 years after it was made.
The restoration of this film will introduce many audiences to Disney’s work in the silent period – it clearly demonstrates the vitality and imagination of his animation at a key point in his early career. We thank Walt Disney for working with us and are thrilled to present the world premiere of this restored version here in London at BFI Southbank.” Andrew Millstein, President of Walt Disney
Animation Studios, which oversaw the restoration, added: “We’re thrilled to be collaborating with the BFI National Archives in the restoration of the ‘lost’ Oswald short, Sleigh Bells, and to be sharing this delightful animated discovery with audiences in the UK as part of this special Disney holiday programme.
The Oswald shorts are an important part of our Studios’ history, and we have been working with film archives and private collectors all around the world to research the missing titles. We are grateful to Katrina Stokes, Robin Baker, and their associates at the BFI for helping us locate and preserve Sleigh Bells.”
Sunday, November 29, 2015
What's Happening in Decatur (Nov. 29-Dec. 5)
thedecaturminute.com
Posted by Catherine
This is a weekly blog post that lists all of the events and sales going on around town. It will be updated daily. If you would like to add an event, email Catherine.lee@decaturga.com.
Wednesday, Dec. 2
• Decatur Farmers Market, 4-7 p.m.
• Opening night of the Michael Weintrob: Instrumenthead exhibit at Three Taverns, 6 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 3
• Terrific Thursdays
• Little Shop of Stories Tree Lighting, 7 p.m.
Friday, Dec. 4
• Decatur Holiday Marketplace and Cafe, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5
• Decatur Holiday Marketplace and Cafe, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Decatur Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Friday, November 27, 2015
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Holiday deals at the Allinace - Black Friday & Cyber Monday
Black Friday Sale at the Alliance Theatre – all productions will be Buy One Ticket, Get One Ticket 50% Off –
Give the gift of theater this holiday season at great low prices! On Friday, November 27, select performances for all productions left in our 2015/16 season will be BOGO 50% off*, including the holiday classic A Christmas Carol, the Dad’s Garage production of Merry %#!*ing Christmas, Pulitzer Prize winner Disgraced, C.S. Lewis’s classic The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, the world-premiere musical, Born for This: The BeBe Winans Story, and more! Use promo code BLACKFRIDAY50 when purchasing online at www.alliancetheatre.org/blackfriday (beginning at 12:01 a.m. on November 27) or by calling the box office at 404.733.5000 (beginning at 10:00 a.m on November 27).
*Some restrictions apply. Check the website for details.
Give the gift of theater this holiday season at great low prices! On Friday, November 27, select performances for all productions left in our 2015/16 season will be BOGO 50% off*, including the holiday classic A Christmas Carol, the Dad’s Garage production of Merry %#!*ing Christmas, Pulitzer Prize winner Disgraced, C.S. Lewis’s classic The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, the world-premiere musical, Born for This: The BeBe Winans Story, and more! Use promo code BLACKFRIDAY50 when purchasing online at www.alliancetheatre.org/blackfriday (beginning at 12:01 a.m. on November 27) or by calling the box office at 404.733.5000 (beginning at 10:00 a.m on November 27).
*Some restrictions apply. Check the website for details.
Cyber
Monday Sale at the Alliance Theatre – all January acting classes will be 20% Off
–
On Monday,
November 30, starting at 10:00 a.m., all upcoming January acting classes will be
20% off. Classes cover a variety of age and experience levels and include
acting for stage and film, playwriting, screenwriting, voiceover work, and
more. The discount will automatically apply on November 30 only, no promo codes
necessary. The Cyber Monday sale does not apply to previously purchased classes.
See all our classes and learn more at www.alliancetheatre.org/classes.
And after all the gift-giving, if you’re feeling
charitable, the Alliance Theatre is participating in –
Giving
Tuesday, December 1, 2015 –
On Tuesday,
December 1, 2015 the Alliance Theatre will join with charities, families,
businesses, community centers, and students worldwide for one common purpose: to
celebrate generosity and to give. Think of it like Black Friday, or Cyber
Monday…only you’ll be making an investment in the artistic and cultural life of
our city and the education of our children. The Alliance does more than just
create theater for our patrons. Reaching more than 165,000 patrons annually, we
deliver programming that challenges adult and youth audiences to think
critically and care deeply. The Alliance Theatre's commitment to education and
new play development sets us apart and creates opportunities for audiences of
all ages to experience the impact theater can have. Get #unscrooged on December
1 by donating to
the Alliance Theatre on #givingtuesday. And make sure to share your story on
social media about how you’re getting #unscrooged this holiday season! http://my.alliancetheatre.org/dev/contribute.aspx
Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving!
Kathleen
Covington
Manager of Communications
Alliance Theatre
Tony Award® Recipient for Regional Theatrediscover us. discover you.
1280 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
p. 404.733.4601
f. 404.733.4625
AllianceTheatre.org/season
facebook.com/AllianceTheatre
twitter.com/AllianceTheatre
Manager of Communications
Alliance Theatre
Tony Award® Recipient for Regional Theatrediscover us. discover you.
1280 Peachtree Street NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
p. 404.733.4601
f. 404.733.4625
AllianceTheatre.org/season
facebook.com/AllianceTheatre
twitter.com/AllianceTheatre
Shop Decatur Saturday & Sunday
From thedecaturminute.com
Why go out on Black Friday when there’s a much better way to shop this week? Go to Small Business Saturday and Sunday in Decatur instead!
To honor the greatness that is Decatur’s local independent shops and restaurants, we’ll have a Small Business Saturday and Sunday tent this. . .Saturday and Sunday. . . on the square. Spend your weekend supporting your favorite local businesses and then stop by the tent for:
- Free gift wrap (on any locally purchased items)
- Hot chocolate, candy and other goodies
- A chance to win a City of Decatur basket (with gifts from all over town)
- A visit from Santa (Saturday only)
- To turn in your receipts – spend $200 at local shops in Decatur during the month of November and get a $20 gift card to a local restaurant
- Holiday music and other festive things
What: Small Business Saturday and Sunday in Decatur
When: Saturday, Nov. 28 and Sunday, Nov. 29
Time: Saturday, 11-5 p.m., Sunday, noon- 5 p.m.
Why: See details above, plus, Santa, and a much more enjoyable shopping experience than the mall
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving and see you this weekend!
Monday, November 23, 2015
The Pink Pig at Lenox Sq. Macy's Now thru Jan 3
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From:http://www.macys.com/
Over fifty years ago, a beloved tradition was born in Atlanta-the Pink Pig. Since its 1950s debut as a holiday ride at the Rich's downtown store to its brief stint at the Egleston Children's Hospital Festival of Trees, Priscilla the Pink Pig has been a beloved tradition in Atlanta for more than five generations. Join us this year at Macy's for our annual tradition!
http://pinkpigflyer.blogspot.com/
Saturday, November 21, 2015
Decatur's Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is Thursday Dec. 3 at 7:00 PM
From: littleshopofstories.com
Christmas Tree Lighting Thursday, December 3rd 7 p.m.
It's one of the highlights of our year! Come downtown and gather with your neighbors on East Court Square.
There will be hot chocolate and song and a visit from The Big Man himself. Ho..Ho..Ho!
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For those who don't know about Terrific Thursdays here is some info about it from http://www.decaturga.com/
Make Decatur your shopping and dining “mallternative” this holiday shopping season, especially on Terrific Thursdays in November and December. You’ll find cool deals at Decatur's hottest shops, galleries and restaurants. Park once and walk around town. Participating businesses will stay open late, offering beverages, snacks and special offers. In December Santa joins the fun visiting shops and restaurants within the city limits.
Friday, November 20, 2015
Video Friday - Chrissie Hynde- Back on the Chain Gang
From: http://www.azlyrics.com/lyrics/pretenders/backonthechaingang.html "Back On The Chain Gang" I found a picture of you, oh oh oh oh
What hijacked my world that night
To a place in the past
We've been cast out of? oh oh oh oh
Now we're back in the fight
We're back on the train
Oh, back on the chain gang
A circumstance beyond our control, oh oh oh oh
The phone, the tv and the news of the world Got in the house like a pigeon from hell, oh oh oh oh Threw sand in our eyes and descended like flies
Put us back on the train
Oh, back on the chain gang
The powers that be
That force us to live like we do Bring me to my knees
When I see what they've done to you
But I'll die as I stand here today
Knowing that deep in my heart
They'll fall to ruin one day
For making us part I found a picture of you, oh oh oh oh
Those were the happiest days of my life
Like a break in the battle was your part, oh oh oh oh
In the wretched life of a lonely heart
Now we're back on the train
Oh, back on the chain gang
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Greenberg's Great Train and Toy Show at Cobb Galleria Centre Sat & Sun Nov 21-22
Admission: $ 9.00 Good for both daysKids under 12 Free10AM -4PM Both Days
Free Parking
Cobb Galleria Centre
2 Galleria Parkway
Atlanta GA 30339 GreenbergShows.com
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Ponce City Nights Nov. 19
Ponce City Nights
A Free Concert Series
Visit Ponce City Market every other Thursday for live music
in the courtyard or Central Food Hall. Join us on on Thursday with music
from Jason Collier Music Project and Book Club.
Gingerbread Party / Polar Express Party Planned for Little Shop of Stories
From: http://www.littleshopofstories.com/events.php
Come into the store or give us a call to RSVP and purchase tickets for the Gingerbread Party (Saturday, December 5th at 11 A.M., 1 P.M., and 3 P.M.); and Polar Express Party (Saturday, December 12th at 2 P.M. and 4 P.M.). Tickets are $5/child, and space is limited for these always popular events.
Our Gingerbread Party includes a sweet storytime featuring our favorite gingerbread books, and a chance to decorate your own gingerbread man. You’d better gobble him up quickly before he runs away!
The Polar Express Party features a reading of the beloved classic book, and a visit with Santa! We’ll be serving hot chocolate, and kids will all leave with their very own jingle bell from Santa’s sleigh.
Come into the store or give us a call to RSVP and purchase tickets for the Gingerbread Party (Saturday, December 5th at 11 A.M., 1 P.M., and 3 P.M.); and Polar Express Party (Saturday, December 12th at 2 P.M. and 4 P.M.). Tickets are $5/child, and space is limited for these always popular events.
Our Gingerbread Party includes a sweet storytime featuring our favorite gingerbread books, and a chance to decorate your own gingerbread man. You’d better gobble him up quickly before he runs away!The Polar Express Party features a reading of the beloved classic book, and a visit with Santa! We’ll be serving hot chocolate, and kids will all leave with their very own jingle bell from Santa’s sleigh.
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Decatur No. 4 in Drunkest Cities in Georgia
From: http://www.roadsnacks.net
This article is an opinion based on facts and is meant as infotainment. Don’t freak out.
It’s not always the college towns and big cities that are getting ‘Georgia drunk’ the most.
By: Bud Tapman, RoadSnacks
The state of Georgia, as a whole, drinks the 5th least amount of alcohol in the entire nation, something close to 20 beers apiece. But we’re about to find out which places more than make up for the slow sippers in the Peach State.
But for those of you who aren’t in Conyers, Georgia and seeing double right now, let’s discuss (perhaps over a glass of wine, or a 12-pack), just what makes one place “drunker” than the next.
First, off: the number of places you can actually buy booze. Certainly an important factor in actually getting drunk. Then, the amount of people who actually go around saying things like “Dude I was so tanked last night,” or “How did I wake up in my neighbor’s attic… again?!”
And of course, playing to stereotypes, the divorce rate. Because studies have shown that when one or both partners drink a lot, they are three times more likely to divorce.
Incidentally, Georgia’s divorce rate is a little higher than the national average.
Don’t worry, we’ll talk more about our methodology in the next section. First, though, these are the 10 drunkest places in Georgia, according to the research:
1. Conyers
2. College Park
3. Athens
4. Decatur
5. Atlanta
6. Brunswick
7.Savannah
8. Covington
9.Kennesaw
10. Marietta
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Don’t you throw your empty beer can at the computer just yet. First off, it’ll damage the computer. Second, there’s actually a method behind this madness.
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Monday, November 16, 2015
California Pizza Kitchen to Reopen at Lenox Square November 18th
California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) plans to reopen is restaurant at Lenox Square November 18th.
The popular pizza restaurant was completely gutted to create a new, more contemporary eatery. A restaurant representative referred to the location as a "flagship."
A number of non pizza "main plates" were added to the restaurant's menu, including hearth-roasted halibut and fire-grilled ribeye.
photo credit: http://www.10best.com/destinations/georgia/atlanta/shopping/shopping-centers-districts/
Friday, November 13, 2015
Macy's Great Tree Lighting Ceremony Changed to Sunday before Thanksgiving
Those who make watching the lighting of the “Great Tree” at Lenox Square an annual Thanksgiving Day tradition will have to change their plans this year.
Retail giant Macy’s, which puts on the annual ceremony — one of metro Atlanta’s most anticipated — has moved the event up four days to 7 p.m. the Sunday before Thanksgiving .
The company said the switch is an attempt to accommodate more fans of the holiday ritual, which dates back 68 years.
By moving the tree lighting to Sunday, we believe more Atlantans will be able to join us to experience the tradition in person, and enjoy the show,” Macy’s spokeswoman Melissa Goff said in an email.
Macy’s switch to a new day is part of a plethora of changes surrounding the holiday in the last few years. First retailers began opening stores earlier and earlier on Black Friday until they took the plunge three years ago to open on Thanksgiving itself.
Then last year Macy’s switched to an artificial tree for the first time, erecting a 56-foot-tall tree made by Alpharetta-based Christmas Lights, Etc. This year’s tree also will be artificial, standing at 56 feet and illuminated by 45,000 white and multi-color LED lights.
Debby Cannon, director of Georgia State University’s hospitality program, said it may be tougher for fans to attend the tree lighting than Macy’s officials think. The Sunday before Thanksgiving is often reserved for grocery shopping for the big day or cleaning the house for family and friends. Attending the ceremony on Thanksgiving also is easier because the next day is a holiday for many workers.
But, she said, people can change and create new traditions. “We’re an adaptable group,” she said.
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Local Kickstarter for Family Math Games
Local Kickstarter for Family Math Games
Sent in by Leslie Gilbert
DECATUR, GA, NOVEMBER 11, 2015: Introducing MathKit, a set of 10 hands-on math games designed to help parents create a safe space for kids to learn.
MathKit applies research on math and mindset to help kids, especially girls, persist through mistakes and struggle. “Kids need math skills to keep their future open,” says Leslie Gilbert, founder of MathKit, “but many girls lose math confidence and shy away from hard problems as early as third grade.”
Gilbert wants to make “playing math” as easy and inviting as bedtime reading. She designed the kit to tackle addition and subtraction “math facts” from 0-20, a task that schools ask families to practice at home. “This often doesn’t go very well,” says Gilbert sympathetically, “Kids are tired, they don’t want to be drilled, and they get stressed out by timers.”
MathKit helps parents nurture a “math learning mindset.” A positive mindset towards learning math is a powerful predictor of math success, especially for girls. MathKit focuses on math strategies, not drill. Each kit comes with a set of hands-on math learning tools to help kids visualize math.
MathKit was designed by Leslie’s neighbor and fellow mom Rebekka Connelly. “Kids really respond to the look and feel of their toys,” says Connelly, “so we embraced a warmer, more welcoming look than most math products, while keeping it gender neutral.”
A family friendly solution to math stress? Yes, but Gilbert and Connelly are currently making every kit by hand. Bringing MathKit to a wider market requires start-up funding. That’s where Kickstarter comes in.
Kickstarter campaigns are “all-or-nothing,” so the project must reach its goal of $30K within 30 days of its November 11 launch date in order to receive any funding.
You can follow their progress on Twitter (@getmathkit) and Facebook (MathKit).
Please help spread the word via your social media networks, and consider donating (as little as $5) to help the project come to life. Rewards include full handmade kits in time for the holidays.
To support the campaign, visit http://kck.st/1ROfSiy.
Sent in by Leslie Gilbert
LOCAL MOMS KICKSTART GAMES TO TEACH GIRLS MATH CONFIDENCE.
DECATUR, GA, NOVEMBER 11, 2015: Introducing MathKit, a set of 10 hands-on math games designed to help parents create a safe space for kids to learn.
MathKit applies research on math and mindset to help kids, especially girls, persist through mistakes and struggle. “Kids need math skills to keep their future open,” says Leslie Gilbert, founder of MathKit, “but many girls lose math confidence and shy away from hard problems as early as third grade.”
Gilbert wants to make “playing math” as easy and inviting as bedtime reading. She designed the kit to tackle addition and subtraction “math facts” from 0-20, a task that schools ask families to practice at home. “This often doesn’t go very well,” says Gilbert sympathetically, “Kids are tired, they don’t want to be drilled, and they get stressed out by timers.”
MathKit helps parents nurture a “math learning mindset.” A positive mindset towards learning math is a powerful predictor of math success, especially for girls. MathKit focuses on math strategies, not drill. Each kit comes with a set of hands-on math learning tools to help kids visualize math.
MathKit was designed by Leslie’s neighbor and fellow mom Rebekka Connelly. “Kids really respond to the look and feel of their toys,” says Connelly, “so we embraced a warmer, more welcoming look than most math products, while keeping it gender neutral.”
A family friendly solution to math stress? Yes, but Gilbert and Connelly are currently making every kit by hand. Bringing MathKit to a wider market requires start-up funding. That’s where Kickstarter comes in.
Kickstarter campaigns are “all-or-nothing,” so the project must reach its goal of $30K within 30 days of its November 11 launch date in order to receive any funding.
You can follow their progress on Twitter (@getmathkit) and Facebook (MathKit).
Please help spread the word via your social media networks, and consider donating (as little as $5) to help the project come to life. Rewards include full handmade kits in time for the holidays.
To support the campaign, visit http://kck.st/1ROfSiy.
Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Fox Brothers Bar-B-Q Looking at a Westside Location
The Fox Brothers are interested in bringing their popular Bar-B-Q to the Westside.
Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q is actively working to bring their popular BBQ restaurant to the corner of Bolton and Marietta Roads in Atlanta's burgeoning westside. The restaurant would occupy the former Adams Hardware building and likely an adjacent building as well. Adams Hardware dates from 1920 and its building(s) are being marketed as "historic." The building(s) are being offered for lease by Vantage Realty Partners who indicates the property is "five minutes from Buckhead and seven minutes from Vinings."
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Sunday, November 8, 2015
Friday Night Football...Decatur Style
From: http://ireport.cnn.com
By cmparks
The moment that you hit Memorial Drive in Decatur, Georgia, you see the lights from the stadium. That beat from the drums less than a mile away gets your heart pumping. You know that you are in for a treat. No matter what team you are pulling for, you know that it is going to be a fight. Each side has on the colors for their team. With all the great teams in Decatur, everyone thinks their team is the best. I am partial to South West DeKalb, my high school. But around DeKalb County, there is always a buzz Friday and Saturday nights.
From the minute you pull into the parking lot at the stadium, it is like a college or pro football game. People are tailgating! I have never have seen this for high school games before. I lived a number of other states, and I have never experienced this before. The fans are so into the game. It is like something on another level. The line is long. People wait with blankets, seats, and sound makers ready to see the game.
But what others don’t understand about the DeKalb County culture is you don’t go to the concession stand or the bathroom during half time. Most of the time, it’s just not the team that we come to see. It is also the band. With some of the most professional bands in the world, halftime is sometimes the best part of the game. The bands are always large. Along with the dancing young ladies of the drill team, flag corps, or majorettes, the bands play the latest songs and have elaborate routines. You can see everyone swaying and singing along to the band. And even though you may not like the other team, you can find yourself saying that was a good routine. You always get a great show.
No matter what you do, the buzz of Friday and Saturday is always present in DeKalb County. You know that you will go no matter what the weather. You are going to support your team. You team is always the best team in DeKalb…no matter the record.
By cmparks
The moment that you hit Memorial Drive in Decatur, Georgia, you see the lights from the stadium. That beat from the drums less than a mile away gets your heart pumping. You know that you are in for a treat. No matter what team you are pulling for, you know that it is going to be a fight. Each side has on the colors for their team. With all the great teams in Decatur, everyone thinks their team is the best. I am partial to South West DeKalb, my high school. But around DeKalb County, there is always a buzz Friday and Saturday nights.
From the minute you pull into the parking lot at the stadium, it is like a college or pro football game. People are tailgating! I have never have seen this for high school games before. I lived a number of other states, and I have never experienced this before. The fans are so into the game. It is like something on another level. The line is long. People wait with blankets, seats, and sound makers ready to see the game.
But what others don’t understand about the DeKalb County culture is you don’t go to the concession stand or the bathroom during half time. Most of the time, it’s just not the team that we come to see. It is also the band. With some of the most professional bands in the world, halftime is sometimes the best part of the game. The bands are always large. Along with the dancing young ladies of the drill team, flag corps, or majorettes, the bands play the latest songs and have elaborate routines. You can see everyone swaying and singing along to the band. And even though you may not like the other team, you can find yourself saying that was a good routine. You always get a great show.
No matter what you do, the buzz of Friday and Saturday is always present in DeKalb County. You know that you will go no matter what the weather. You are going to support your team. You team is always the best team in DeKalb…no matter the record.
Friday, November 6, 2015
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Ray's Indian Originals in Avondale to Close at Year end.
You can read the full announcement from the city at decaturish.com
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
An Event for The Restaurants of Diners, Drive- Ins and Dives
Don’t miss an event filled with your favorite restaurant celebrities this Thursday, November 5th!
Suzanne Vizethann of Buttermilk Kitchen hosts a live screening of Diners, Drive- In’s and Dives with fellow food stars, Jon and Joy Beber of Joy Cafe, Todd Ginsberg of The General Muir, Terry Koval of Wrecking Bar Brewpub and Jonathan and Justin Fox of Fox Bros. BBQ. The premiere also includes chef tastings and drinks! All proceeds benefit Georgia Organics.Flash sale happening NOW for a $20 ticket discount www.bit.ly/gohometownheroespromo
Terrific Thursdays Nov 5 thru Dec 17
2015 Details
Nov. 5, 12, 19
Dec. 3, 10, 17
It's time to get gifty! - Shop in Decatur on Thursdays in November and December. Terrific Thursdays are back with special in-store events, discounts, and treats at more than 20 shops, restaurants, and services. Park once and walk around town. Participating businesses will stay open late, offering beverages, snacks and special offers. In December Santa joins the fun visiting shops and restaurants within the city limits.
http://www.visitdecaturgeorgia.com/see-do-play/special-events/terrific-thursdays
see video at link above.
Back by Popular Demand This Year!
Spend $200 at any Decatur shop during the month of November, bring your receipts to the Decatur Visitors Center and receive a $20 gift card from a local restaurant. You don't have to spend $200 all in one place, just make sure you keep all of your receipts from any store located in City of Decatur any day of the week (not just Thursdays!). Bring your receipts to the Visitor's Center at 113 Clairemont Ave. and you'll have your choice of gift cards from one of Decatur's restaurants. Limited to 3 cards per person while supplies last. $200 can only be spent on items, not meals or spa
services.
Monday, November 2, 2015
Decorate Decatur Halloween House Winner
It wasn’t easy to decide the winner of this year’s Commissioners’ Cauldron. There were 19 wonderfully creative entries. After much deliberation, the judges picked the mutant lawn flamingos at 204 Adair St:
Thank you to everyone who sent in nominations this year! You can see all the great entries on the Decorate Decatur Halloween map.
Photo credit The Decatur Minute.
Sunday, November 1, 2015
Brush Sushi Izakaya Coming to Decatur
From: http://www.atlantamagazine.com/dining-news/craft-izakayas-jason-liang-is-opening-brush-sushi-izakaya-in-decatur/Brush will offer a full bar with local beers, wine, and 8 to 10 Asian-inspired cocktails. The focus will be on sake, soju, and Japanese whiskey.
When Brush Sushi Izakaya opens in January at 316 Church Street in Decatur, former Craft Izakaya and One Sushi Plus sushi chef Jason Liang plans on using Gulf-sourced fish (as well as locally grown and raised vegetables and meats) on his nigiri and other dishes whenever possible. “The Japanese are known for how they butcher fish and keep the quality,” he says. “Why should we bring fish from overseas when we have the good quality locally?”
Business partner John Chen, who owns bars in Buckhead and Athens, says Brush will be a true Japanese izakaya, or pub, serving sushi, fried and grilled skewers, and other items cooked on a robata grill using bincho-tan (white charcoals) from Japan. There will be three tiers of omakase offerings ranging from $65 to $125.
Menu items will include robata grilled whole squid with wasabi salt and chili miso sauce; chicken wing and thigh yakitori; braised pork belly bun with peanuts, mustard greens, and coriander; and fried octopus balls, in addition to sushi. There will be a limited amount of tori ramen (chicken ramen) nightly.
Since izakayas are also known for their abundant liquor, Brush will offer a full bar with local beers, wine, and 8 to 10 Asian-inspired cocktails. The focus will be on sake, soju, and Japanese whiskey.
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