🌱 Electric Owl Studios + Roads To Be Repaired In Avondale Estates

Hi there, everyone! It's me, Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters, your host of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community. Including news about:

• DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees.
• Repairs on sidewalks and curbs in Avondale Estates.
• The grand opening of the Electric Owl Studios.

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

1. A regular meeting will be held by the DeKalb County Public Library Board of Trustees on Monday, May 8 at 4:30 p.m. The meeting will be accessible in person and via live stream. The in-person location is at DeKalb County Public Library; 3560 Kensington Road in Decatur. To access the live stream, you may click on the link, weissingera@dekalblibrary.org. The deadline to do so is Monday, May 8 at noon. The agenda can be accessed here. (Press Release Desk)
2. An ongoing investigation by the Atlanta Police Department is being conducted after the news of a shooting on West Peachtree Street, between 12th and 13th Street was reported. The building the shooting took place was 1100 West Peachtree St. There are a variety of medical offices within this location, and it's operated by Northside Hospital. As of 7 p.m., the suspect has yet to be apprehended. He has been identified as 24-year-old Deion Patterson. Reportedly, there are five victims. Four of the victims have been transported to the hospital for treatment, and one sadly didn't survive the shooting. (Decaturish.com)
3. Over $10 million is being loaned for a project for a 100-unit multifamily property in Decatur. It is a garden-style apartment community comprised of 13 buildings that offer two-bedroom units. "The loan carries a five-year term and amortization, with full-term interest-only payments and 4.5 years of yield maintenance. In addition to the acquisition, loan proceeds enable the borrower to make improvements to the property. (https://patch.com/georgia/deca...)
4. Repairs on sidewalks and curbs are set to take place in Avondale Estates. The repairs are scheduled to take place within the next month. There may be traffic diversions. The city will advise when the time approaches. (https://decaturish.com/2023/05...)
5. The grand opening of the Electric Owl Studios has been announced. It is the world’s first Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It's located in DeKalb County, south of Decatur. The studio is scheduled to open on June 8, of this year, with a ribbon cutting. (What Now Atlanta)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• Take & Make Chinese Paper Lantern — DeKalb County Public Library (All Day)
• May 4th — A Celebration of Star Wars! (All Day)
• May 4th — A Celebration of Star Wars! (All Day)
• Parent-Teacher Conference Night — International Student Center (6:00 PM)
• Webinar — StartSmart DeKalb (8-class series) (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• A huge congratulations went out to Ashley and Morgan of Galette for their feature in The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. They will also be serving up their amazing baked goods every Sunday at the market! (Avondale Estates Farmer's Market via Facebook)
• The city of Decatur is hiring for positions in Police, Fire, Public Works, and Parks and Recreation. They are excited to host a hiring event on Wednesday, May 17, from 9 a.m.- 7 p.m. at Legacy Park located at 500 S Columbia Drive in Decatur. (City of Decatur GA- Government via Facebook)
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Featured events:

• Ride Ro Rescue Run and Dog Walk (May 6)
• "Innovations" - DeKalb Symphony Orchestra (May 9)
• 2023 Mother Son Sneaker Ball (May 12)
• Clinton Nature Preserve Exploration Challenge Group Hike (May 13)
• Water Safety Party (May 13)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Thursday off right. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next update!

— 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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