🌱Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade + Emory Nursing Learning Center

Hello all. It's me, Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters, your host of the Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town, including:

• The NAACP DeKalb County Branch sponsoring the 21st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Parade
• The demolition of Smith Ace Hardware's store located at 601 E. College Ave.
• The North Druid Hills Chick-fil-A, located at 2340 N. Druid Hills Road temporarily closed

But first, today's weather:

Sunny and breezy. High: 44 Low: 26.

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Here are the top stories today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

1. You may need to put the order of chicken sandwiches on hold. The North Druid Hills Chick-fil-A, located at 2340 N. Druid Hills Road, is closed until Jan. 29. According to a Facebook post from the restaurant chain, remodeling improvements will be done to its drive-thru and dining room areas during the temporary closing. They apologized for the inconvenience and stated that their team can’t wait to see you when they reopen on Jan. 30. (Facebook post) (Decaturish.com)
2. The theme of this year’s 21st Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Parade on Monday, Jan. 16 is “Sound The Alarm." The NAACP DeKalb County Branch is sponsoring the parade and mentioned that there is still work to be done in our community. The parade will start at 10:30 a.m. at Green Pastures Christian Church, 5455 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur, and will end at Martin Luther King Jr. High School. (On Common Ground News)
3. A partner in the East Decatur Station mixed-use project is Smith Ace Hardware's registered agent. The hardware store is located at 601 E. College Ave. and has been vacant since July 2014. All of its inventory was auctioned off that same month. A demolition permit has been issued for the property, but City Manager Andrea Arnold said that the contractor and owner need to consent. If all goes according to plan, the demolition could take place this month. (Decaturish.com)
4. Emory University’s Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing is launching a Master in Cardiovascular Perfusion Science program. The program is scheduled to begin in fall of 2023. This type of science is used in order to support machines that are used for the temporary replacement of the heart and/or lung function. The program is designed for those who have a bachelor’s degree in a science or health-related field. Students will be required to complete clinical hours and learning experiences at the new Emory Nursing Learning Center in Decatur. (Emory News Center)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• JV BASKETBALL VS CHAMBLEE — Decatur High School (10:00 AM)
• Bits and Bots — Decatur Library (11:00 AM)
• Make Your Own Seed Bead Necklace — DeKalb County Public Library (2:00 PM)
• DeKalb County Public Library Virtual Teen Advisory Board (3:30 PM)
• Calligraphy — What is it, and who uses it? (4:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Winnona Park PTA is hosting its Pan-Asian Lunar New Year festival on Jan. 28 in Legacy Park, located at 500 S. Columbia Drive. General admission is $10. (Winnona Park PTA via Facebook)
• Georgia Interfaith Power & Light thanks everyone who helped them reach their goal last year. The money will allow them to continue the work of engaging communities. (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)
• The city of Decatur is asking for the public's input on what you would like to see in Downtown Decatur. A survey can be completed on Downtown Decatur Town Center Plan 2.0 website www.decaturtowncenterplan.com. (City of Decatur GA- Government via Facebook)
• Decatur Active Living was recognized for several national sustainability-focused certification programs, BeeCity USA, TreeCity USA, Bicycle Friendly Community, and Walk Friendly Community. (Decatur Active Living via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this sensational Saturday! I'll see you soon with another update. Until then, take care out there!

— Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters

About me: Cherryl Young DBA MamaNyeMatters. I was born in Providence, Rhode Island and moved to Georgia in 2017. My first children's book, You Are the Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow was published in 2021. https://www.mamanyematters.com... I've worked in Atlanta and Gwinnett County Public Schools assisting children who have special needs. I studied Community Development @ Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. My Purpose In Life Is To Connect, Create, Inspire, Write, and Expand and I am ELATED to Be Here as a Contributing Writer @ Patch! Journey With Me...

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