🌱 Pre-Juneteenth Celebration + Youth Violence Prevention Summit

Hi everyone and happy sensational Saturday. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through all the most important things happening in town. Today we'll cover these stories and more:

• Pre-Juneteenth celebration.
• Violence Prevention Summit.
• DeKalb County School District millage hearing.

But first, today's weather:

Sunshine. High: 88 Low: 68.

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

1. DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson and 100 Black Men of DeKalb have joined together to host the “Youth Voicez: Violence Prevention Summit." The event will take place on Monday, June 12, at 4 p.m. The event will be held at Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center. Johnson's mission for the program is to bring awareness to the prevention of youth violence. The campaign is known as "Enough is Enough."(On Common Ground News)
2. We're going to shine the spotlight on local talent. Fayrothedo, is a rapper, and a composer. He was born in the Decatur area. He also lived in the surrounding area of Stone Mountain. Fayrothedo is known for his song,"What We Doing. " (Creative Loafing)
3. Juneteenth is arriving a bit early. There will be a pre-Juneteenth celebration today at Legacy Park, 500 S Columbia Dr, Decatur, GA, 30030. The event begins at 1 p.m. Those in attendance can expect to hear about the historical and cultural aspects of the national holiday. There will be food, fun, and live music! All are welcomed.( https://patch.com/georgia/deca...)
4. With Father's Day soon approaching, we at Patch.com, have partnered with T-Mobile to celebrate and honor fathers for the hard work they pour into the lives of their children and community. If you know a father who deserves recognition you may submit your nomination by clicking here Nominate him here by June 15. (Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch)
5. The DeKalb County School District is expected to continue its millage rate of 23.08 mills. Taxpayers, however, will pay more in taxes. There will be public hearings held to discuss this matter. The next scheduled hearing is on June 12 at 10:30 a.m. at 1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard in Stone Mountain. Attendees must register prior to the meeting. (https://patch.com/georgia/deca...)

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Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

Saturday, June 10

• ACT Administration - Decatur High School (7:00 AM)
• Juneteenth Artifacts Museum - Wesley Chapel-William C. Brown Library (10:00 AM)
• Kindness & Community: A Family Yoga Class (10:30 AM)
• Advanced Trail Walk - DeKalb County Public Library (11:00 AM)
• Totally Enchanting Exotic Animals - DeKalb County Public Library (11:00 AM)

From my notebook:

• Happy update on a furry friend! Tess, a former neighborhood stray in Comer's found her forever home. Her foster, Jennifer Hardin, housed her until the, even more perfect home came along. She is now in the loving- long-term care of Miss Tess, who couldn't be more pleased with her new family addition. (Doggie Harmony Rescue via Facebook)
• For the folks at McClain Library, this year's seed library has been regarded as a great success. Students, faculty, and visitors have helped in retrieving a variety of seeds that will go towards its Agnes Scott community and more. (McCain Library, Agnes Scott College via Facebook)
• Last week, interfaith Green Team members from the Athens area joined GIPL staff. There teamed up at the Shoal Creek Sanctuary to learn about conservation and how the nature preserve can be a resource to their communities. (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)

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• 38th Annual Virginia-Highland Summerfest (June 10)
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• Out of this World! 30th Anniversary Concert (June 17)
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Alrighty, you're all good for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new update!

— Cherryl Young/ MamaNyeMatters

About me: Cherryl Young DBA Mama Nye Matters I was born in Providence, Rhode Island. I moved to Georgia in 2017. I studied Community Development at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. Through writing and as a public speaker, I create, empower, inspire, and equip others. As a Contributing Writer at Patch.com, I hope to incorporate my zest for writing and informative nature to all of our readers. Journey With Me... My first children's book, You Are the Pot of Gold at the End of the Rainbow (YAPGER) is an amazing book about a little girl named Nyla. One day Nyla becomes sick and it's up to her fit and fun-loving family, the Farmers to help Nyla feel better. With a rainbow array of foods, laughter, culture, and love, Nyla's family might have her feeling better in no time. https://www.mamanyematters.com...

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