DeKalb County 2021 Fall Festival Set For Saturday

DEKALB COUNTY, GA — The DeKalb County Fall Festival is Saturday and will offer games, food trucks, vendors and music.

DeKalb County Public Schools has partnered with Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson to host the community event for the youth at the Wade Walker Family YMCA, 5605 Rockbridge Road SW, in Stone Mountain. From 2 - 5 p.m. there will be live entertainment, face painting and a food truck court.

The new DeKalb County School District Mobile Impact Learning Hub will be on site to give free COVID-19 vaccinations. Each family will also receive a gift card to assist with Thanksgiving meal preparation. Registration isn’t required. All are welcome.

“We are thrilled to collaborate with Commissioner Cochran-Johnson and our partners at DeKalb County on this fun and exciting event for our scholars,” said DCSD Superintendent Cheryl Watson-Harris in a news release. “We are elated to have a safe space for our scholars and their families to enjoy the festival festivities.”

Held each November, Family Engagement Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the important role of families in the education and well-being of their children. During this time, a variety of activities are held that encourage and involve relatives in the education process.

“This is one of the most exciting things I’ve planned,” said Commissioner Cochran-Johnson in the news release. “I have a long history of working alongside Ms. Coward and the school system as a former PTA president of three schools. Our fall festivals were always amazing. I look forward to hosting this event annually, because our children need an event with fanfare and love that brings communities together.”

The DeKalb County 2021 Fall Festival will feature basic health information and screenings provided by Kids'-Doc-On-Wheels, as well as free toothbrushes and information on proper hygiene and personal care for children provided by Help A Child Smile. Additionally, CORE Response will provide free COVID-19 vaccinations and the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office will meet and greet attendees.