🌱 Fowler Park Makeover + Upcoming Douglasville Town Hall Meeting

Hello all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh copy of the Douglasville Patch newsletter. Here are all the things you need to know about what's happening these days in town, including:

• Fowler Park in need of a makeover
• Douglasville police to host town hall meeting on gang and drug identifiers
• Douglas County Sheriff's Office offering Re-Entry Program

But first, today's weather:

Sunny and nice. High: 84 Low: 62.

Here are the top five stories in Douglasville today:

1. Fowler Field Park in Douglasville, a favorite among families, outdoor enthusiasts, and nature lovers, is in need of rejuvenation following rainy days. The "Perk Your Park" initiative aims to enhance the park's resilience, sustainability, and overall enjoyment. To support this effort, individuals can nominate Fowler Field Park daily through Sep. 18 via the website, with plans to utilize funds for essential improvements like a rain garden for efficient stormwater management and trail enhancements for year-round accessibility. (City of Douglasville - Government via Facebook)
2. The Douglasville Police Department is organizing a Town Hall Meeting focusing on Gang and Drug Identifiers for parents, followed by a discussion on Crime Statistics for Douglasville. The goal is to collaborate in preventing children from getting involved in troublesome or negative situations. The event will be held at the Douglasville Police Department Community Room on Aug. 22, and for more information, you can contact Sgt. Shannon Dean at (678) 293-1621 or deans@douglasvillega.gov. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
3. The Douglas County Sheriff's Office's Re-Entry Program is seeking resources to assist formerly incarcerated individuals and at-risk youth. They are organizing a Resource Fair and Outreach event on Sep. 16 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Douglas County Sheriff's Office. To participate, contact Lisa Williams before Aug. 28 at lwilliams@sheriff.douglas.ga.us or (678) 486-1232 to register. (Douglas County Sheriff's Office (Georgia) via Facebook)
4. As students have resumed classes in Douglas County, parents can find helpful calendars to prepare for the upcoming school year. The 2023-2023 calendar can be viewed here. Keep in mind some dates might be subject to change. (Douglasville Patch)
5. On Aug. 21, kids are in for back-to-back fun with two exciting activities at the West Georgia Regional Library System. Starting at 3:30 p.m., STEAM Engine will engage children with tech toys and engineering puzzles. Following that, from 4:30-6:00 p.m., there will be free play featuring LEGO, Megablocks, and Duplo bricks, catering to ages 5-12 along with an accompanying adult. (Douglas County Public Library via Facebook)

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Today in Douglasville:

Wednesday, August 16

• How Money Works Seminar At Douglas County Public Library (12:00 PM)
• Wine Down Wednesdays At Allure Lounge (5:00 PM)
• Cheerful Bouquet At Painting With A Twist (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• REMINDER: Evening Yoga with the Douglasville Police Department will take place today at 5:30 p.m. This free class will be at the Community Room next to the main building. (Douglasville Police Department via Facebook)
• The Cultural Arts Council Douglasville and Douglas County are hosting a lively game night featuring a free paint party on Aug. 17. Attendees can enjoy party games like Songnario and yard games from the City of Douglasville’s Rec & Roll, along with a variety of local artists and vendors. The event is a prelude to the upcoming Multicultural Festival scheduled for Sep. 9 at the Cultural Arts Center. (Cultural Arts Council Douglasville / Douglas County via Facebook)
• Join the creative event by Michael's at the Douglasville Pavilion on Sunday, Aug. 20, from 2:00-4:00 p.m. Craft a summer-themed poster with all supplies provided for free. The event's theme, "Kindness is Cool Poster," promises a fun and artistic experience for all attendees. All attendees must register prior. (Activity Hero)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll see you around.

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.