🌱 Atlanta Fair Security Updates + Atlanta Braves Hurricane Fundraiser

Hey, neighbors! It's Monday in Atlanta and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in the community today. Because community information is power! In today's briefing, we have these stories and more...

• New Atlanta Fair security measures announced.
• Atlanta Braves Foundation raised money through a 50/50 raffle.
• Harry Potter: The Exhibition will make its debut in Atlanta.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 76 Low: 54.

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Here are the top five stories today in Atlanta:

1. According to police, a man died and another was injured following a shooting outside Atlanta's Bankhead neighborhood on Saturday night. Victims were found by officials in the Lindsay Street Baptist Church parking lot. As of Sunday, police have not released any further details about the victims. (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
2. Those attending the Atlanta Fair should be aware of new security measures put in place after three teens were shot outside the fair in March. Guests will now have to use clear bags and no backpacks, fanny packs, or laptop bags are permitted. Attendees will also have to walk through metal detectors at the entrance of the fair. (11Alive.com WXIA)
3. Over the weekend, the Atlanta Braves Foundation raised money through a 50/50 raffle and donated the proceeds to Team Rubicon's hurricane relief efforts. Team Rubicon is run by a group of veterans who help people prepare, respond, and recover from natural disasters. Fans are also encouraged to donate to the nonprofit using this link through Oct. 5. (FOX 5 Atlanta)
4. Beginning on October 21, Harry Potter: The Exhibition will make its debut in Atlanta. The exhibition promises to be an "immersive, behind-the-scenes experience" and will feature content from the films and stories of Harry Potter, Fantastic Beasts, and Harry Potter and the Cursed Child. Visit the website to learn more or get tickets. (Downtown Atlanta)
5. The International Downtown Association (IDA) recognized the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District with the Downtown Achievement Award of Excellence at its last annual conference. The award was given for the association's commitment to the ATL Downtown Counts: Street Homelessness Survey. The survey was conducted to help advocate for and distribute resources to the Atlanta homeless population. (Downtown Atlanta)

Today in Atlanta:

• Atlanta’s Black History And Civil Rights Tour At Atlanta Marriott Marquis (9:30 AM)
• Halloween Cross-Stitch Kit At DeKalb County Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Laughing Hour On The Square At Colony Square Midtown (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Join the City of Atlanta Government every morning this week for FREE mindfulness sessions. For more information and Zoom links for each session, visit ATLStrong.org/PeaceWeekATL. (City of Atlanta Government via Facebook)
• Today, the Atlanta City Council will consider legislation to amend the City’s Code of Ordinances to require that the Council approve any changes to the existing boundaries of the Neighborhood Planning Units, or NPUs. (Atlanta City Council via Facebook)
• Atlanta Department of Watershed Management (DWM) representatives will be located at Kirkwood Library from Monday, Oct. 3 to Friday, Oct. 7 to assist customers with the implementation of the FLOAT Initiative. Walk-ins are welcomed! (Atlanta Department of Watershed Management via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday! I'll see you around.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.