Thursday, July 8, 2010
More Cops for Dekalb
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Seventeen new DeKalb County police officers will hit the streets Friday.
CEO Burrell Ellis and public safety director William “Wiz” Miller will present badges to the 90th police academy class Friday before the officers get their patrol assignments.
The new officers will help fill some of the vacancies left by about 80 officers who took early retirement at the end of May. The new officers will work as patrol officers, while the majority of the retiring officers were in the upper ranks.
The graduation ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. in the Maloof Auditorium at 1300 Commerce Drive, Decatur.
ajc story
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Name the Decatur Book Festival Monster
From the The Decatur Book Festival web site: http://www.decaturbookfestival.com/blog/
July 6th, 2010 by bhumika
Look! It’s a dragon! It’s a dinosaur!
No, it’s a….
Wait a minute. What the heck is it?
It’s the new AJC Decatur Book Festival monster, and it doesn’t have a name.
You can be the one to name it! Propose the best name for the monster and win VIP access to the AJC DBF, September 3-5, and an iPad!
Name submissions are due July 18, so you’d better start brainstorming! Voting on the top five names runs from July 26 to August 1, and the winner and the monster’s name will be announced August 14 at the Roseanne Cash book signing at Agnes Scott College’s Presser Hall. Come on, everyone deserves a name—especially monsters! Name ours at Access Atlanta.
Boxing History @ The Decatur Library
Learn all about Jack Johnson and the Fight of the Century! 
Photo courtesy of http://praisecleveland.com
Date: Saturday, July 10 2010, 2:00PM—3:30PM
Location: Decatur Library
215 Sycamore St.
Decatur, GA
More info call 404-370-3070
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Jack Johnson's victory over Jim Jeffries with Mike Glenn. The former NBA basketball player, author, rare book collector, TV analyst and African-American memorabilia enthusiast will talk about the significance of the boxing match and display many pictures, newspaper articles, and other items highlighting the fight. Included is a demonstration with Xavier "Bad Pads" Biggs of the Decatur Boxing Club.
Funding provided by Friends of the Decatur Library.
http://www.dekalblibrary.org
Photo courtesy of http://praisecleveland.com
Date: Saturday, July 10 2010, 2:00PM—3:30PM
Location: Decatur Library
215 Sycamore St.
Decatur, GA
More info call 404-370-3070
Celebrate the 100th anniversary of Jack Johnson's victory over Jim Jeffries with Mike Glenn. The former NBA basketball player, author, rare book collector, TV analyst and African-American memorabilia enthusiast will talk about the significance of the boxing match and display many pictures, newspaper articles, and other items highlighting the fight. Included is a demonstration with Xavier "Bad Pads" Biggs of the Decatur Boxing Club.
Funding provided by Friends of the Decatur Library.
http://www.dekalblibrary.org
Monday, July 5, 2010
4th of July in Decatur Ga.
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Thurbert Baker
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Hank Johnson
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Sunday, July 4, 2010
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Greene's Fine Foods - Nuts, Candy, Gifts , Fun.
Decatur, GA
Greene's Fine Foods new look with the banners out front.
Greene’s Fine Foods
141 East Trinity Place
Decatur, Georgia 30030
Phone 404-378-2001
Get Ready for the Pied Piper Parade in Downtown Decatur
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Photo's from last year's Pied Piper 4th of July Parade in Decatur.
Pied Piper Parade, Concert & Fireworks
Sunday, July 4
Decorate your bicycle, skateboard, or wagon and join the Pied Piper Parade as it winds through downtown Decatur. Concert on the square features the Callanwolde Concert Band. Parade 6 p.m.; Concert 7 p.m.; fireworks at dark*. Sponsored by Decatur Business Association. Free.
Road Trip to The Ritz
Talladega's Ritz Theatre (circa 1936) is considered one of the best surviving examples of the Art Deco mainstreet theatres of the 1930's. Careful restoration of the landmark's extraordinary facade - comprised exclusively of opaque structural glass, a common constructoin material used lavishly during the Deco period in buildings like the Rockerfeller Center in New York City - was completed in late 1997 with perfectly matched antique vitrolite glass by renowned St. Louis artisan Timothy J. Dunn.
The historic Ritz Theatre reopened on February 16, 1998 as the premiere performing arts center of East Central Alabama with a concert by the National Symphony String Quintet.
The Ritz Theatre
115 Court Street North
Talladega, AL
DeKalb County has Grand Opening for the new Redan Recreation Center.
By Megan Matteucci
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
DeKalb County will hold a grand opening ceremony Saturday at the new Redan Recreation Center.
The ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. at 1839 Phillips Road in Lithonia.
More than 100 children have already gotten the chance to check out the new center as part of the summer day camp. However, additional programs will be added July 10. Volleyball and basketball leagues are scheduled to start in the fall, said Shelia Edwards, spokeswoman for the CEO.
The center features a gym with volleyball and basketball courts, a suspended walking track, aerobic/dance room and fitness room. There also is a computer lab, meeting rooms and craft rooms.
ajc story
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
DeKalb County will hold a grand opening ceremony Saturday at the new Redan Recreation Center.
The ceremony is scheduled for 10 a.m. at 1839 Phillips Road in Lithonia.
More than 100 children have already gotten the chance to check out the new center as part of the summer day camp. However, additional programs will be added July 10. Volleyball and basketball leagues are scheduled to start in the fall, said Shelia Edwards, spokeswoman for the CEO.
The center features a gym with volleyball and basketball courts, a suspended walking track, aerobic/dance room and fitness room. There also is a computer lab, meeting rooms and craft rooms.
ajc story
Friday, July 2, 2010
It's True, Coca-Cola bottle part of Fox Theatre's starlit sky
Myth no more: Coca-Cola bottle part of Fox Theatre's starlit sky
By Kristi E. Swartz
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Twinkle, twinkle, little …. Coca-Cola bottle?
A longstanding myth holds that one of the crystals embedded in the ceiling of the Fox Theatre is really a piece of a Coca-Cola bottle. see photo
This week, officials at the historic theater said it’s actually true.
The inside of the Atlanta landmark was designed to look like an indoor Arabian courtyard with a sky full of flickering stars. Rumor had it that many years ago one of the crystals had been replaced with a piece of a Coca-Cola bottle.
Officials said this week that two restoration staffers climbed above the ceiling to check it out.
"Last week two of our restoration colleagues braved the extreme attic temperatures, climbed above the sky searching for this piece of history.
Read ajc full story
By Kristi E. Swartz
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Twinkle, twinkle, little …. Coca-Cola bottle?
A longstanding myth holds that one of the crystals embedded in the ceiling of the Fox Theatre is really a piece of a Coca-Cola bottle. see photo
This week, officials at the historic theater said it’s actually true.
The inside of the Atlanta landmark was designed to look like an indoor Arabian courtyard with a sky full of flickering stars. Rumor had it that many years ago one of the crystals had been replaced with a piece of a Coca-Cola bottle.
Officials said this week that two restoration staffers climbed above the ceiling to check it out.
"Last week two of our restoration colleagues braved the extreme attic temperatures, climbed above the sky searching for this piece of history.
Read ajc full story
Wednesday, June 30, 2010
DEF Benefit Concert at Eddie's Attic!
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submitted by gail @ www.decatureducationfoundation.org
Mingei World Arts Celebrates the Fourth!
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Here are a few bargains you can look for inside the store:
Recycled Banner bags
Olympic messenger bagMade by Maria Giraldo Echeverria, a talented seamstress from Colombia, these useful totes and messenger bags are repurposed from canvas banners that have flown over Decatur during festivals past. The Olympic bags from 1996 are just right for the Fourth. 10% of each sale will be donated to the Decatur Youth Fund.
Take a bit of history home!
20% off Friday through Monday only.
Vintage silk kimonos and haoris
kimono detailIt is time to clear the rack. Our vintage, all silk, hand-made kimonos and haoris will be even more of a steal this weekend. These gorgeous, collector's pieces can be worn to dinner and then hung back up on the wall. The stunning geisha's performance kimono, shown in detail here, is included in the sale. Time for fireworks!
40% off original prices
Friday through Monday only.
Pearls before Barbeque
pearls Our fresh water pearls in many many colors are a Mingei staple. Even people who say they've never liked pearls much before love these "potato" pearls-- irregularly shaped, iridescent lovelies. And they are so affordable! Long strands or "shorter "floaty" necklaces are just $36 each, and we have earrings to match, either studs or danglies. We are getting ready to send for more pearls, so it is time for a sale!
Perfect gifts!
20% off, Friday through Monday only.
World Music specials
South Africa by Putumayo Dance to a world beat this weekend with some new selections from Putumayo music or another of the assorted world music we carry, including CD's from Cultural Cornerstones.
Check out Putumayo's new release, South Africa (play along with your vuvuzela!)
All Putumayo CD's 2 for $25
All other CD's 10% off
Friday through Monday only
Keep reading-- coupon below!
Tuesday, June 29, 2010
UPS has Great Idea --- Luggage Boxes
UPS has come up with a great idea, they have created a new luggage box. It's for the travelers to use instead of luggage and then they can ship prior to travel, this way you avoid all the hassles of the airport screening and safe on baggage charges.
see ajc story and photo
see ajc story and photo
Monday, June 28, 2010
Pied Piper Parade will be Sunday July 4th
Piper Parade last year as it winds through downtown Decatur
Pied Piper Parade, Concert & Fireworks
Sunday, July 4
Decorate your bicycle, skateboard, or wagon and join the Pied Piper Parade as it winds through downtown Decatur. Concert on the square features the Callanwolde Concert Band. Parade 6 p.m.; Concert 7 p.m.; fireworks at dark*. Sponsored by Decatur Business Association. Free.
Sunday, June 27, 2010
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Rose Squared Sale
From JD at Rose Squared Framing & Gallery
111 Clairemont Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
ph: 404 377-1414
Hours: Wednesday thru Saturday from 10a.m. to 5p.m.
Hello to all. Even though we have the determination of lions,
etching by Richard Bulman
We are offering a 20% discount to all loyal customers who have any framing needs.
In addition, we have many beautiful works of art for you or for gifting to someone you love.
Please keep us in mind if you need a gift for a birthday, graduation, shower, etc.
A gift of framing or artwork is a lasting impression and a lasting gift.
hours Wednesday thru Saturday from 10a.m. to 5p.m.
We realize times are hard for all of us. But should you be able to lend us support, please do so.
Thanks
Thanks
JD and Edgar
Rose Squared111 Clairemont Ave
Decatur, GA 30030
ph: 404 377-1414
Hours: Wednesday thru Saturday from 10a.m. to 5p.m.
Underpass on Ponce de Leon Ave - Decatur, GA circa 1927
Photo shows a 1927 image of the underpass on Ponce de Leon Ave.
where you enter and leave Decatur.
Photo courtesy of Seaboard Railroad.
Friday, June 25, 2010
The Rexall Grill a Duluth Landmark Forced to Close
News from around town:
The Duluth landmark for more than 40 years was forced to close down after the owner of the Rexall Grill part of the Rexall Drugs failed to pay state taxes.
The owner of the building plans on taking over the grill and said they would have a sale on July 6 to help pay off some of the tax bill.
The owner who owns the building expects to reopen sometime after July 6 , the owner said she would take over all financial operations and retain the employees.
The Rexall Drugs have had hard times before and bounced back.
Duluth Rexall Drugs
3165 Buford Hwy
Duluth, GA 30096-3351
(770) 476-3631
The Duluth landmark for more than 40 years was forced to close down after the owner of the Rexall Grill part of the Rexall Drugs failed to pay state taxes.
The owner of the building plans on taking over the grill and said they would have a sale on July 6 to help pay off some of the tax bill.
The owner who owns the building expects to reopen sometime after July 6 , the owner said she would take over all financial operations and retain the employees.
The Rexall Drugs have had hard times before and bounced back.
Duluth Rexall Drugs
3165 Buford Hwy
Duluth, GA 30096-3351
(770) 476-3631
Thursday, June 24, 2010
The Old Dirt Road (College Place) to be Paved
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The old dirt road as I call it will be paved. This dirt road was
very special to me because I grew up in this house in the
photo. I could throw a piece of gravel into the woods and
my dog (Lady) would chase it down and bring it back to me.
I will truly miss all the memories of the old dirt road.
Photo is @ E.Davis St and College Pl.
The dirt road use to extend on up to Agnes Scott College,
until they built that track field.
h/t decatur metro
The old dirt road as I call it will be paved. This dirt road was
very special to me because I grew up in this house in the
photo. I could throw a piece of gravel into the woods and
my dog (Lady) would chase it down and bring it back to me.
I will truly miss all the memories of the old dirt road.
Photo is @ E.Davis St and College Pl.
The dirt road use to extend on up to Agnes Scott College,
until they built that track field.
h/t decatur metro
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