Fox Brothers Bar-B-Q Looking at a Westside Location

  From: http://www.tonetoatl.com
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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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.

Video Friday - Sam Smith - Writing's On The Wall (from the new James Bond Movie Spectre)

Ray's Indian Originals in Avondale to Close at Year end.

 The family business, which opened in 1948 as a radio and jukebox repair shop and in 1972 turned into  a Native American gallery . but in recent years the brick and mortar store has struggled, but their online store  flourished, so the owners have decided to close their doors December 30, 2015
You can read the full announcement from the city at decaturish.com
 

An Event for The Restaurants of Diners, Drive- Ins and Dives

From: http://atlantaeats.com

 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

  From : http://www.visitdecaturgeorgia.com
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.

Decorate Decatur Halloween House Winner

From thedecaturminute.com
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.

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.

Special Saturday Video - Michael Myers Halloween Theme Song

Why not spend Halloween afternoon at Revival?

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

The weekend forecast is looking better and better, so
why not spend Halloween afternoon at Revival? Join us in the front yard from noon to 3 p.m. this Saturday, October 31. We'll have $5 Terminus City BBQ sandwiches, Wild Heaven Craft Beers on tap and plenty of candy for the kiddos! No tickets required, just come enjoy the day with us!
photo credit: Revival

Video Friday - THRILLER

Eye on Giant Spider on Sycamore

This Halloween house with giant spider is located on Sycamore just down from the Library.

North Dekalb Macy's May Soon make way for Costco

From: http://www.tonetoatl.com/2015/10/macys-north-dekalb-mall-may-morph-into.html#more
Macy's may soon make way for Costco.
A well placed source indicates that they received confirmation that at least one local Macy's store will close as part of the company's previously announced plan to close up to 40 stores by early next year. 

All indications lead me to believe that the Macy's at North DeKalb Mall is likely to be (one of) the store(s) to close.
 Other possible closure candidates are stores in nearby Northlake Mall in Tucker, Gwinnett Place Mall in Duluth or Greenbriar Mall in southwest Atlanta. 

It's no secret that Issaquah, Washington-based Costco has been looking to build a location in North DeKalb county, and the Macy's, (formerly Rich's) at North DeKalb Mall makes perfect sense for their store. 


The 2008 plan to bring Costco to the mall would have placed the retailer in a different portion of the mall, in what would have been a newly built, roughly 142,000 square foot space. The space would have essentially been between the current Burlington Coat Factory and the 16 screen AMC Theatres. 

Be Safe on Halloween from Decatur Police Dept.

From: thedecaturminute.com
Happy Halloween from your Decatur Police Department!
Start your trick-or-treating early by stopping by the front lobby of the Decatur Police Department this Saturday, October 31st from 3pm-5pm for free treats and reflective Trick-or-Treat bags.

And don’t forget to Be Safe!
- Go trick-or-treating with a grown-up or in groups.
- Make sure to cross streets carefully and properly.
- Make sure you are seen! By wearing bright colors or something with reflective trim. By carrying glow sticks, reflective bags and/or flashlights.
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photo credit https://www.pinterest.com

Halloween Decorated Home on Kings Hwy

     Halloween Decorated Home on Kings Hwy

Mondo Modern building ( Lightroom Studio) Seeks $1.3 M

From: http://curbed.com/archives/2015/10/26/mondo-modern-house-in-atlanta-can-be-had-for-13m.php
Across the street from Decatur, Georgia's Decatur High School, a hybrid art gallery, office, studio and residential project known as "Lightroom 2.0" is being marketed by Estately as a standalone "house" for $1.3 million. The massive four-story space (6,800 friggin' square feet, per the listing) has housed Lightroom, an interior and graphic design and architecture firm. According to a feature in Architizer, the project was "inspired by the British artist Rachel Whiteread and her concrete castings of existing buildings" and is crowned by a rooftop terrace and movie theater "that frames the view of Midtown Atlanta and the forests of Druid Hills and Inman Park."

photo credit: google maps

Decorate Decatur Contest - Send in your photo by Oct 28

 From: Nancy Wilkinson at https://www.facebook.com/groups/DecorateDecatur/


Guys! I asked about the deadline for the contest and just got a response from the city: " Send in your photo and description by Wednesday, Oct. 28 at midnight. That’ll give the judges time to pick the winner. The judges will be using the photos and description to determine the winner this year.
Please feel free to submit pictures of neighbors’ homes that you think should be recognized."

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This yard is on Kings Hwy.

Eye on Decatur - TRINITY Mercantile and Design's new Location

From : https://www.facebook.com/TrinityMercantileandDesign
Have you heard? Trinity Mercantile and Design has moved to a bigger, better, bolder space! Read about the dynamic contrast brewing at the Bowen Press Building in the latest issue of Decatur Living! 

 New location: They just moved across the street to 116 E. Trinity Pl.
 Bottom photo credit : https://www.facebook.com/TrinityMercantileandDesign

Haints and Saints Halloween Parade Photos

Attack of the Killer Toys

This Halloween yard is located on Kings Hwy. Check out the two large dolls playing catch with another dolls head.

Video Friday - Flashmob

Marco's Pizza Coming to N. McDonough St.

Marco's Pizza Coming Soon to N. McDonough St. just across the street from Decatur High School in the spot where the closed Books Again store sits.
What's next for N. McDonough  St. just up the street Grindhouse Killer Burgers is now under construction.

2015 Decorate Decatur Halloween going Digital

   This house is located on Adair St.
Related news
 From City of Decatur  thedecaturminute.com
2015 Decorate Decatur Halloween
 Decorate Decatur Halloween is going digital this year! We’ve created an online map that will include pinpoints of homes decorated for Halloween in the City of Decatur. You can access the map at www.decaturga.com/decoratedecaturhalloween.
 If you would like to submit an address, email events@decaturga.com. Include the street address, description of the decor, and a photo of the decorated home.

Decatur's Grindhouse Killer Burgers to have Roof Top Bar

    The restaurant is announcing an anticipated opening date of Jan. 2016. 

 From Tori Allen of Grindhouse Burgers.

Construction continues on the Decatur location, and the restaurant is announcing an anticipated opening date of January 2016. This location will offer a full rooftop bar, seating for 200 throughout the restaurant and bar games including cornhole and darts in addition to more TVs than the other locations. Address is 433 N. McDonough St.

If there's something strange In you neighborhood Who you gonna call ?

     I ain't afraid of no ghost... This Halloween decorated yard is on E. Davis St.

 Nancy Wilkinson who decorates her yard on Adair St every year has started a site for people to share photos of their decorated yards. So join and start sharing your photos, here is her site: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DecorateDecatur/

 She explains it below.
"The City of Decatur, Georgia has two annual holiday yard decorating contests, in October and December. This group is for decorators and their fans. Share your pictures, ideas, questions and have fun."

48th Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival in Dawsonville this Weekend Oct 24-25

48th Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival
    
Name: 48th Annual Mountain Moonshine Festival
Date: October 24, 2015 - October 25, 2015
Website: http://www.kareforkids.org
Event Description:
Parade of Authentic Moonshine & Revenue Cars
Vendors
Arts & Crafts
Food
Live Music
Kids Games
Petting Zoo

 Location:
Downtown Dawsonville
Date/Time Information:
Weekend Event
Starts Friday, October 23rd with Free Cruise-in from 5 pm - 9 pm
Festival Starts on Saturday, October 24th at 8 a.m to 7 p.m.
Sunday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

ALDI Grocery Store Coming to Northlake Square

 From:http://www.tonetoatl.comhttp://www.tonetoatl.comnetoatl.com

German grocer ALDI plans to open a new store in the Northlake area next year.  

German grocer ALDI plans to open a new store in the Northlake area next year.  The new grocery store would take over a portion of the current Best Buy space in Northlake Square shopping center.  The Best Buy would reduce their overall square footage, but would remain in the center.  Ironically, Best Buy's space was originally a Big Star supermarket.  

A Best Buy employee indicated no departments will be entirely eliminated, although there may be a "slight reduction" in car audio, mobile and appliances departments. 

While I have been thus far unable to confirm an exact size, the current Best Buy is 51,250 square feet, providing ample room for an ALDI store.

Many in the Northlake / Tucker area have expressed wishes for a Trader Joe's in the area that an ALDI almost brings to fruition... almost.  German brothers Theo and Karl Albrecht owned Trader Joe's and Aldi.  Originally a single grocery store in Germany, the late Theo subsequently ran Trader Joe's while Karl ran ALDI. 

photo credit:  http://www.gci2000.com

ALLIANCE THEATRE’S A CHRISTMAS CAROL ONE DAY SALE – WEDNESDAY, OCT 21

 Sent in by Kathleen Covington

The Alliance is excited to announce the annual One Day Sale for our magical holiday production, A Christmas Carol!  On Wednesday, October 21, and that day only, tickets for select performances will be Buy One, Get One 50% Off (or 25% off all tickets if you want to buy an odd number!).  Please share this rare offer with your audience.  I’ve also attached a few images.  Here are all the details:

ALLIANCE THEATRE’S A CHRISTMAS CAROL ONE DAY SALE – WEDNESDAY, OCT 21On Wednesday, October 21—several performances of A Christmas Carol will be Buy One Get One 50% off!

On that day only, use Promo Code ACCODS when buying tickets for the performances listed below. The sale is happening online at alliancetheatre.org/onedaysale (beginning at 12:01 a.m. on October 21) or by calling the box office at 404.733.5000 (beginning at 10:00 a.m. on October 21). 

Available performances:

·         Thursday, November 19 at 7:30 p.m.

·         Saturday, November 21 at 8:00 p.m.

·         Sunday, November 22 at 2:30 p.m.

·         Sunday, November 22 at 7:30 p.m.

·         Monday, November 23 at 7:30 p.m.

·         Tuesday, November 24 at 7:30 p.m.

·         Friday, November 27 at 8:00 p.m.

·         Saturday, November 28 at 2:30 p.m.

·         Sunday, November 29 at 2:30 p.m.

·         Sunday, November 29 at 7:30 p.m.

·         Thursday, December 3 at 7:30 p.m.

·         Saturday, December 5 at 2:30 p.m.

·         Saturday, December 5 at 8:00 p.m.

·         Sunday, December 6 at 2:30 p.m.

·          

*This offer is only valid for the performances listed above and is subject to availability. Not valid on previously purchased tickets or in combination with any other offer or for all seating sections. Note that, when purchasing online, prices are listed as discounted by 25% when using the promo code ACCODS. This is equivalent to buying one and getting one at 50% off.

You can also download photos from last year’s A Christmas Carol here –

https://www.dropbox.com/sh/pcxreeumup76ire/AACJTJ9SztuoE0Ca3cUwXELra?dl=0

Please let me know if you have any questions!

Kathleen Covington
Manager of Communications
 
Alliance Theatre
Tony Award® Recipient for Regional Theatre
discover 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

Oakhurst Streetscape Update

 From: Mark Sanders on https://www.facebook.com/groups/41647126701/
Streetscape Update:
CMES, Inc. has finished new sidewalks and driveways in front of Intown Autocare and is working streetscape and storm drainage improvements in front of Mescalito’s Cantina, Oakhurst Dry Cleaners and Mojo Pizza. Georgia Power will be installing new street lights as well.
Work on a new storm sewer line across Oakview Road was delayed until Atlanta Gas Light could relocate a 4-inch gas line. The new storm line was installed this week. Catch basins and junction boxes will be built next week to complete the drainage system.

Brick pavers for accessible ramps are being installed and granite will be laid in a circular pattern to complete the paving in Harmony Park. New benches and litter containers have been delivered and will be placed throughout the project area.
Hugh Saxon
Deputy City Manager
City of Decatur
678-553-6507

Video Friday - "Monster Mash" Bobby Pickett

Eye on Decatur - Suburban Plaza Walmart

The Fall Festival on Ponce this weekend

From: http://festivalonponce.com/

Welcome to Festival on Ponce –

Fall Festival: October 17-18, 2015

Festival Hours
Saturday: 10 am – 6 pm
Sunday : 11 am – 6 pm

The Festival on Ponce is an Atlanta arts and crafts festival set in the historic park, Olmsted Linear Park. Visitors will enjoy the gorgeous landscape designed by one of America’s most celebrated landscape architects, Fredrick Olmsted Sr. along with over 125 displays of fine arts and crafts, folk and “outsider art”. In addition to the fine arts, there will be a children’s area and local food and beverage. Attendance is Free.
 
ABOUT THE PARK:

The Olmsted Linear Park Alliance has a $10 million capital improvement plan to protect these historic parks. These beautiful parks have lovely trees and paths and great visibility from one of Atlanta’s main traffic arteries between Atlanta and Decatur.

The Oakhurst Castle Needs your help for Halloween Haunted House

 From Jim Elliott

 From: https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10206541329585600&set=gm.10153595709461702&type=3&theater
Howdy Neighbors!
 The Elliott’s at the Oakhurst Castle are ramping up for their annual Haunted House event. We could use a little help this year with props. If you have any unwanted Dolls and stuffed animals- plush, plastic, without limbs (even better) we’ll take them. Message me, drop them at the house during Porchfest or any time before Halloween night. Your donations are appreciated and please stop by the Castle on Halloween we’ve got a scary night planned. Thank you.
Go to this site for more info

Eye on Decatur

‘Keep it Green Indie-Catur’ Campaign

From:  http://www.woodlandsgarden.org

Show Your Support

Purchase a Green Ribbon for your yard or business. Each Green Ribbon kit includes one ribbon to hang in your yard or business, one tag to display support for the ‘Keep it Green Indie-Catur’

campaign, and a pledge card to learn more about how to donate to the Garden’s capital campaign. Purchase as many ribbons as you’d like and make us happy by posting pictures of your tree with the hashtag #keepitgreenIndieCatur.

About The Campaign

To make the garden more accessible, Woodlands Garden has partnered with the City of Decatur to purchase the adjacent one-acre parcel on the corner of Scott Boulevard and Clairemont Avenue. This purchase will give Woodlands a highly visible and safe entryway, provide additional parking space, and preserve the land from future development.