🌱 Road Closures In DeKalb County​ + DeKalb's Senior Olympic Games

Hi everyone! I'm back in your inbox this spring morning with your fresh edition of the Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town, including...

• Ten people displaced after their home set fire in DeKalb County.
• The 34th annual DeKalb County Senior Olympic Games.
• Three road closures scheduled in DeKalb County.

But first, today's weather: Sunny and pleasant. High: 76 Low: 48.

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

1. Three road closures are scheduled in DeKalb County for this month. Grist Stone Court, between Durand Mill Drive NE and the cul-de-sac, is one of them. There will be no through traffic during the times from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Tuesday, April 18. A tree at 1814 Grist Stone Court NE, in Atlanta, needs to be removed. Road closures and detour signs will be placed within the designated areas during the road closure. (Decaturish.com)
2. According to DeKalb County Government officials, "a kickoff event for the 34th annual DeKalb County Senior Olympic Games will take place on May 1 at Exchange Intergenerational Recreation Center, 2771 Columbia Drive, Decatur." The kickoff is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Reports state that the games will continue from May 1 through May 12. Those residing in DeKalb County and neighboring counties who are 50 years and older may participate. Participants must complete an application to participate in the games and may visit dekalbcountyga.gov/parks and click on “2023 Senior Olympics Registration Pack,” to do so. (Champion)
3. Ten people have been displaced after their home set fire in DeKalb County. DeKalb Fire officials stated that five adults and five children were inside the home asleep when it occurred. Firefighters responded to the fire on Nancy Lee Way in Decatur. The fire alarm sounded at approximately 1 a.m. on Tuesday. Everyone inside was able to evacuate through a window. One person who suffered from back pain has been taken to the hospital. Unfortunately, the house is at a total loss. Thankfully, the Red Cross is assisting the residents. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. (Patch)
4. Water Wings Swim returns with its swimming lessons program. The program is scheduled to run from the spring and summer months, April through September. It's an outdoor swim lessons company with four locations. Those locations are East Atlanta, Kirkwood, The Beacon at Grant Park, and Ormewood Park. They offer personalized and progressive swimming lessons for beginners and other skill sets. (Decaturish.com)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

• Business at Breakfast — Branding Essentials (10:00 AM)
• Books and Babies Storytime — Decatur Library (10:00 AM)
• Drop-in Technology Tutoring — DeKalb County Public Library (11:00 AM)
• Morning Meditation & Breathing Yoga — DeKalb County Public Library (11:00 AM)
• Introduction to Proposal Writing — Decatur Library (2:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• GIPL's Executive Director Codi Norred, and The Rev. Winnie Varghese, Rector of St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Atlanta are scheduled to host a "Forum on Faith-Based Care for Creation" on Sunday, April 16 at 10:15 a.m. (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)
• Sakofnutzatl was available at Avondale Estates Farmers Market last Sunday. Sak of Nutz was founded by Mr. Wesley, a Georgia local. Mr. Wesley is said to love sharing his wonderful treats with friends and family so much that he made them available to everyone! (Avondale Estates Farmer's Market via Facebook)
• GIPL has a new team member, Ayesha Abid. Ayesha will be leading the Power-Wise and energy efficiency programs, as well as supporting Green Teams throughout Georgia. (Georgia Interfaith Power & Light via Facebook)
• Successful and fun music festivals like @amplifymycommunity require a lot of people to make it happen. Volunteering is another way to support some great causes while enjoying some incredible music. You can click on the link to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904084caba628abff2-amplify1… . (The Decatur Education Foundation via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early 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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