This was on Candler Rd Decatur, GA.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Nissan's Leaf is out next year
Nissan's Leaf is out next year; a year after that comes the Reva NXG, recently shown off at the Frankfurt motor show.
It's a similarly equipped little plug-in, with the emissions of a butterfly and the driving range of a bee: it lasts 125 miles and can go 80 MPH. Perfect for Pittsburgh, but not so much for anything that involves tasks other than shopping and commuting. Unless it is making technologically suspect "MPG" claims, of course! But still, I want one: in pastel lime green, naturally. And with a free tankful of electrons.
http://gadgets.boingboing.net
Saturday, October 31, 2009
Hitchcock's Classic "THE BIRDS" Plays at The Strand Theatre
Alfred Hitchcock's classic movie "THE BIRDS" is one of the mosting chilling movies back in the day, and last night The Strand Theatre had a special Halloween showing, which we attended, it was part of the theatres Halloweekendz.
Sure, we could have watched this on the small screen (TV or DVD), but seeing this classic on the Big Screen in the newly refurbished (including original seats) old theatre was worth it.
The movie goers that were there knew every scene and would say out loud the campy sayings, and the audience laughter when the kids were attacked at the party and the school was a hoot, we had a blast. We will go again to see some classic's that they show during the year on special hoildays.
The Strand Theatre
117 N. Park Sq.
Marietta, GA.
Halloween is Here..And…here… we…go!
This city deserves a better class of criminal. And I’m gonna give it to them.
Thursday, October 29, 2009
NBC’s ‘30 Rock’ visits ‘Stone Mountain’ tonight
AJC Rodney Ho
NBC’s “30 Rock,” the Emmy-winning comedy, features a former Conyers resident Jack McBrayer, who plays innocent NBC page Kenneth.
Kenny’s fictional hometown? Stone Mountain.
So in tonight’s episode, according to the NBC tease, Liz (Tina Fey) and Jack (Alec Baldwin) venture to Stone Mountain to seek new talent.
It’s fairly clear that the show writers are not going to portray the real Stone Mountain, which is a suburban area packed with Krogers, gas stations and fast-food joints. Rather, it will probably be an updated version of Mayberry.
We are going to get Gary Peet, the mayor of the real Stone Mountain, to watch the show tonight and critique it. He is aware of the show, he said, but is not a regular viewer. I’ll post his thoughts tomorrow.
Donald Glover, a Stone Mountain native, used to write for “30 Rock” and was the source of the name. His bosses like that name because it sounded hick and Kenneth is kind of hick. What’s funny is McBrayer’s actual former residence of Conyers is relatively close by. (Glover now plays Troy on NBC’s comedy “Community”)
This the promo for tonight online but it doesn’t address the Stone Mountain story line.
AJC
NBC’s “30 Rock,” the Emmy-winning comedy, features a former Conyers resident Jack McBrayer, who plays innocent NBC page Kenneth.
Kenny’s fictional hometown? Stone Mountain.
So in tonight’s episode, according to the NBC tease, Liz (Tina Fey) and Jack (Alec Baldwin) venture to Stone Mountain to seek new talent.
It’s fairly clear that the show writers are not going to portray the real Stone Mountain, which is a suburban area packed with Krogers, gas stations and fast-food joints. Rather, it will probably be an updated version of Mayberry.
We are going to get Gary Peet, the mayor of the real Stone Mountain, to watch the show tonight and critique it. He is aware of the show, he said, but is not a regular viewer. I’ll post his thoughts tomorrow.
Donald Glover, a Stone Mountain native, used to write for “30 Rock” and was the source of the name. His bosses like that name because it sounded hick and Kenneth is kind of hick. What’s funny is McBrayer’s actual former residence of Conyers is relatively close by. (Glover now plays Troy on NBC’s comedy “Community”)
This the promo for tonight online but it doesn’t address the Stone Mountain story line.
AJC
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Atlanta Urban Gardening Leadership Association this Friday
FYI: At 11 am Friday, we are hosting the monthly meeting for the Atlanta Urban Gardening Leadership Association, which is the main organization in the metro area for community gardens. They will be co-hosting the national conference for community gardens next year in Atlanta. The meeting will last approx. 45 minutes to an hour, followed by lunch. They are famous for awesome potluck lunches. Please feel free to stop by the rec. center!
Dan Magee
Director, City of Decatur Active Living
Dan.Magee@decaturga.com
678-553-6541 office
404-391-3244 work cell
404-370-4130 fax
Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St., Decatur, GA 30030
Please visit our blog! http://decaturactiveliving.blogspot.com
Dan Magee
Director, City of Decatur Active Living
Dan.Magee@decaturga.com
678-553-6541 office
404-391-3244 work cell
404-370-4130 fax
Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St., Decatur, GA 30030
Vacant office space could take years to fill
I think Decatur is having this problem also, not only office space, but retail spots as well, good example is the old McDonough St. Market/Jakes Ice Cream shop, that spot is a prime location.
It's been a year since they moved out.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta is so swamped with vacant office space that it could take a dozen years to fill it all – and that’s if the metro area returns to the robust growth it had before the recession.
The glut of commercial space -- most apparent in Buckhead with more than 3 million square feet of empty space -- raises challenges to any thoughts of constructing new towers in metro Atlanta for years to come. It also underlines the difficulties building owners and managers face snagging tenants in a market with far more supply than demand.
AJC story
It's been a year since they moved out.
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Atlanta is so swamped with vacant office space that it could take a dozen years to fill it all – and that’s if the metro area returns to the robust growth it had before the recession.
The glut of commercial space -- most apparent in Buckhead with more than 3 million square feet of empty space -- raises challenges to any thoughts of constructing new towers in metro Atlanta for years to come. It also underlines the difficulties building owners and managers face snagging tenants in a market with far more supply than demand.
AJC story
3rd Annual Beat the Street for Little Feet! is this Saturday.
3rd Annual Beat the Street for Little Feet!
Feet of all sizes are welcome! Join Oakhurst Cooperative Preschool families for a Saturday morning of running and fun on October 31, 2009 at 9AM in Candler Park. The race will include not only a 5K with special jog stroller division, but also a 1-mile race for younger participants, and a “fun run” for our community’s youngest runners. Stick around for the FREE post-race Children's Festival with live children’s music, a costume contest, face painting, food, and loads of festivities for the kids.
And for all you “Pete the Cat” fans, award-winning local artist James Dean has created another one-of-a-kind race T-shirt for the event. This year, Pete and kittens are in costume! To check out the new T-shirt design and to register for the race, visit our website, www.oakhurstcoop.com. You also can register at www.active.com or at the Big Peach Running Company in downtown Decatur.
The race will start at 9:00 AM and the Festival will be from 10:00 – 12:00 Noon. Come on out and cheer! We will be posting the 5K route on our website as well as posting notices on neighborhood newsletters, and in businesses, to be sure everyone that may be impacted is aware.
Not a runner, but love Pete the Cat? Sign up to be a ghost runner and still get your t-shirt. Check us out at: www.oakhurstcoop.com for more information.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
BATMAN Spotted in Winnona Park
Decatur, GA
Watch out kids in the Winnona Park area, this giant Black Bat (aka BATMAN) was last seen flying down Poplar Circle....They say he has RED eyes.
Click photo to enlarge.
Monday, October 26, 2009
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Halloween window display at Rose Squared
JD of Rose Squared sends in a few Halloween pictures from his window display for you to enjoy.
Thanks JD.
http://rosesquaredgallery.com.p2.hostingprod.com/
111 Clairemont Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
ph: 404 377-1414
jdis@mindspring.com
Friday, October 23, 2009
Friday Night Football: Decatur vs Avondale & It's Homecoming
The big day is today with a pep rally in the new gym, the Homecoming parade at 5:00, and the game against Avondale at 7:30. GO DECATUR !
Decatur Ghost Tour
WHEN: Friday October 9, 2009 - Saturday October 31, 2009 from 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Your tour begins in the heart of Downtown Decatur's Historic Town Square. A diverse enclave of quaint shops and restaurants that share common space with the ghosts of Decatur's exciting past. A stop at one of the oldest two story homes in Decatur where it's been said spirits haunt the walled up fireplaces and move freely about the grounds. We will travel down small streets untouched by time to the old train depot where late at night... the cries of the wounded soldiers might be heard, or the ghost of the station master might stare back from across the tracks. You will never forget the twilight visit to Old Decatur Cemetery... some of the city's most notable citizens are interred here. Be sure to bring your camera and don't be surprised if you capture orbs and apparitions.
Decatur's dead are pretty restless.
This is not your ordinary ghost tour.
Every stop along the Decatur Ghost Tour has claims of paranormal activity.
Reservations Required
Tour Fees $15 _ $12 Children under 10
Tour Begins at the Bandstand in Decatur Square.
Tour Times see Schedule
Please arrive 15 minutes before the tour begins as we will start promptly on the hour.
All Tour participants will be required to sign a liability waiver
Ticket Info: $15 Adults $12 Children Under 10
http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/4424287
Friday October 9, 2009 - Saturday October 31, 2009 from 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Ghost tour is on facebook
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
SHARIAN INC. Since 1931
vintage ad circa 1956
~SHARIAN~
A Family Passion Since 1931
At Sharian, we have been selling, restoring and cleaning Fine Oriental Rugs for more than 70 years. Rugs have been the focus of our family for four generations. What does this mean for our customers? It means we are here to stay. We have a long history of service and integrity. And we really know our business.
Sharian was started in 1931 by Bedros and Varthouhi Sharian, and Varthouhi's brother Lutfig Geovkalayjian, Armenian immigrants who came to Atlanta in the early 1920s. The Sharian's son Bedros Sharian, Jr., led the firm along with his brother Paul, beginning in the 1950s.
Today, Bedros's children Ruth, Ritchie and Bedros III, and Paul's daughter, Lydia, are involved in running the company day-to-day. Paul has retired, but Bedros, Jr. still serves as chairman emeritus, and works every day in the showroom. The next generation of Sharians, starting with Ruth's son, Jim, is not far behind.
Our customer showroom and cleaning facility is on Decatur's main street, Ponce de Leon Avenue, where our building's art deco façade has attracted visitors since 1946.
Sharian, Inc.
368 West Ponce de Leon Avenue
Decatur, Georgia 30030
(404) 373-2274
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Mingei World Arts invites you to the annual
Mingei World Arts invites you to the annual
Church Street Fall Fest!
slice skull beads
Church Street, between Ponce and Sycamore
Sunday, October 25, from 1:00-4:00pm
Fortunetelling, balloon animals, treats,
crafts, a bundt-cake bake-off and prizes, too!
Participating businesses:
Mingei World Arts, Javamonkey, The Yogurt Tap,
The Seen Gallery, Hoopla, and Taste.
New reading figures in from La Union!
20%of sales support the library we have adopted in this carving village
in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico.
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