🌱Gov. Kemp Appoints Judge Gilbert + Dope Coffee Cafe​ Opening Soon

Hi everyone. I hope everything is excellent your way! I'm back in your inbox with your new copy of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch newsletter. Keep reading for the most important things going on around town, including updates on:

• Judge Quintess Gilbert's recent appointed position to the Board of Juvenile Justice
• The grand opening for the Dope Coffee Cafe
• Agreement with Blue Line Solutions to allow the installation of traffic cameras in some of Decatur's school zones

But first, today's weather: Clouds breaking for some sun. High: 69 Low: 56.

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

1. The grand opening for the Dope Coffee Cafe will be held on Feb. 18, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The grand opening will feature a variety of events, such as free coffee tasting, live music, and giveaways. The cafe's founder and CEO, Michael Loyd, stated that the cafe is an experience with a "tantalizing vibe of coffee and hip-hop, used to bridge the gap between generations." The cafe is located on Snapfinger Woods Drive in Decatur. It is 6,000 square feet and includes the company's manufacturing and warehouse operations, multimedia offices, and a community event space. (Decaturish.com)
2. Gov. Brian Kemp recently appointed Judge Quintess Gilbert to the Board of Juvenile Justice. Judge Gilbert was sworn in on Jan. 26 and will serve as the 8th Congressional District Representative. She is appointed to serve a five-year term. The role of the Board of Juvenile Justice is to provide leadership within programs aimed to help rehabilitate youth who are in state custody. The role is also responsible for supporting and guiding the commissioner. Prior to her new appointed position, Judge Gilbert was elected district representative to the Georgia Council of Juvenile Court Judges and served as a juvenile court judge within the Macon Judicial Circuit for 24 years. (41 NBC News)
3. Who has caused the Agnes Scott's Library to close its doors since Monday? An owl, that's who. Elizabeth Bagley, director of Library Services, stated that the unwanted library guest entered through the chimney, even though the fireplace was heated. A student noticed the barrel owl while sitting in the Main Reading Room on Monday afternoon. The building remains closed as staff attempt to encourage the owl to exit. (Decaturish.com)
4. At its meeting on Feb. 6, Decatur City Commission came to an agreement with Blue Line Solutions that will allow the installation of traffic cameras in some of the city's school zones. Police Chief Scott Richards stated that the goal of the school zone speed enforcement program is designed to increase roadway safety in designated school zones within Decatur. (Decaturish.com)

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Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• Take & Make Black History Month Collaborative Poster Kit (All Day)
• Virtual English as a Second Language (ESL) (9:00 AM)
• Nonprofit Roundtable — DeKalb Chamber of Commerce (10:00 AM)
• Morning Meditation — DeKalb County Public Library (11:00 AM)
• Social Security and Medicare Benefits (1:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Talley Street and Glennwood Elementary Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committees sent out an invite to Essential Conversations About Affordable Housing. The event will be moderated by Talley Parent and Richelle Patton. (Glennwood PTA via Facebook)
• The Board of Mayor and Commissioners will hold its Regular Meeting & Work Session
  today. Those interested can call and join via Zoom link. +1 305 224 1968 Webinar ID: 899 7772 2764. (https://www.avondaleestates.or...)
• DEAM is closed for assistance on Wednesdays. However, donations and deliveries can be made on these days from 8 to 11 a.m. For more information and assistance on other days you can call 404-373-2300. (https://www.deamdecatur.org/)

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• "Themes, Variations, Memories" DeKalb Symphony Orchestra (DSO) (February 14)
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