Dance Dance Dance

I love the fact that Decatur seems to have an art gallery opening every weekend or some type of musical concert everyday, but being a self-proclaimed dance buff, I always get excited about local dance events. Core Studios might have re-branded and changed it’s name, but it’s bringing back its Lunchtime in the Studio series [...]

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Come “Fall” for Homeowner’s Night at City Hall

   That’s right everyone!  Homeowner’s Night returns to City Hall on Tuesday, October 5th from 6-8 p.m.  What?  You don’t know about this night?  It’s your chance as the happy (or unhappy) homeowner to come meet with the Planning Director, Building Code Official, Permit and Zoning Tech and the Preservation Planner and talk about your [...]

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Decatur Tidbits From Facebook

This past weekend I was browsing around Facebook and found some fun tidbits from our local shops and restaurants: In honor of the rainy morning, Melrose on Ponce is offering 20% off their damask rubber cowboy boots and matching umbrella. Two places you can hang out and watch the Falcons games that I would never [...]

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Book signing at the Marlay this Wednesday

Local Decatur author of Dear Diane: Letters from the First Gulf War, Stephen Bradshaw, will be signing books and speaking about his recently published book at the Marlay. Meet and Greet from 7-9pm on Wednesday, Sept. 29.  Light appetizers will be provided.  No reservation needed.  The book will be for sale for $21.95 and Steve will be available for signing. [...]

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Around Decatur this weekend

If you have been reading The Decatur Minute for more than a week or two you know I like to stay busy, local, and cheap. Well, Decatur doesn’t disappoint this weekend with a line-up like this: Laughing Pizza at Eddie’s Attic on September 25th and 26th www.laughingpizza.com Decatur Garden Tour on September 25th and 26th [...]

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Show the Love to Local Artists This Weekend

The Seen Gallery invites you to their New Artist Showcase on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 7 – 10 p.m.  They are showcasing work by artists who have joined the gallery over the last year including Susan Proctor, Gail Vogels, Melissa O’Shields and Laurence Bridges-Wood, John Madajewski, Wes Jones and limited edition prints by Michael Whelen. [...]

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You don’t need a babysitter for this!

Ever feel bad about having your baby in a bar? Well, not this time! Don’t miss co-viewing family musical singing sensation LAUGHING PIZZA! The trio will be performing at Eddie’s Attic on September 25th and 26th Laughing Pizza is a true ‘family band’ – a musical experience for the whole family!  Be sure to visit: [...]

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Are You Ready For the Zebra?

This just in from the Decatur Arts Alliance and Flux Projects… Images of a running zebra will flash across the Decatur streetscape on Friday evening, September 24.  After making its journey through Decatur, the zebra image will be projected on the front of the Decatur Court building at 315 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. for 30-45 [...]

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Tuesday is the Day to Learn in Decatur

Want to learn something?  Well, on Tuesday, September 21 head to Decatur for two fun learning opportunities. First, learn about the history of Decatur from noted Decatur resident Walt Drake during the DeKalb History Center’s Lunch & Learn Lecture Series.  Hear highlights Decatur’s founding in 1823 through the present.  His lecture includes profiles of notable leaders and commentary [...]

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Mondays aren’t so bad…

…when there is jewelry and accessories to be bought! Freshen Your Fall Wardrobe with Gently Used Accessories and Jewelry: Sale to Benefit the DeKalb Rape Crisis Center, Today on the Bandstand Find unique, gently used jewelry, handbags, scarves, ties and belts to freshen your look at a Jewelry Sale to benefit the DeKalb Rape Crisis [...]

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