East Atlanta Community Association
August 27, 2012
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| Greetings! | |
This weekend we Rolled and we Strutted! Thanks to EVERYONE in the community for the Best Strut Ever!!
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| Moreland Avenue LCI Study Community Meetings |
The City of Atlanta Office of Planning in partnership with Atlanta City Council Members Carla Smith (District 1) and Joyce M. Sheperd (District 12) will hold a series of community meetings to present a brief review and update of the proposed zoning changes for the South Moreland Avenue LCI Study and gather public input from the community in regards to the proposed District provisions and boundaries of the proposed development districts.
The next scheduled meeting is:
Tuesday, September 18th
Time: 6:30 - 8:00pm
Location: Mt. Nebo Baptist Church 1025 McDonough Street, Atlanta, GA 30315
Schedule of Meetings
Ordinance Information
Fact Sheet
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| 2012 Neighborhood Summit |
On behalf of The Community Foundation for Greater Atlanta and the Neighborhood Fund, you are invited to register for the 2012 Neighborhood Summit on September 22, 2012. This event promises to be engaging and informative.
The Neighborhood Summit is pleased to announce that IBM's Ann Cramer will be providing the keynote address at the 2012 Summit. Highly regarded for her leadership and commitment to metro area communities, Cramer will discuss how information can fuel community change.
Learn more about the Neighborhood Summit here. Early bird registration has been extended until August 20th ! Click here to register.
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| Dance 411 Foundation Community Arts Day |
The Dance 411 Foundation will host its FINAL Community Arts Day of 2012 on Saturday, September 22 from 2-4pm at the Dance 411 Studios:
DREAM BIG, DO BIGGER
This event will be the best yet! Bring your children out to a day of Fun & Learning, as we offer FREE DRAMA & MUSIC WORKSHOPS with the help of our best instructors. Hosted by DanceGrind Radio, everyone is sure to learn something new in a safe, family-friendly environment.
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| Brownwood Park: Hands On Atlanta Day Work Day |
Participate in the improvement of Brownwood Park: Hands on Atlanta Day, Saturday October 6.
Friends and neighbors join EACA Parks and Green Space /Friends of Brownwood Park for Hands on Atlanta work day. We are asking for volunteers to help mulch trails, put some finishing touches on the fitness trail, and clear some invasive plants form the stream area. So come on out get to know your neighbors, learn about the fitness trail, and learn how you can get involved in all of the activities in Brownwood Park. We will start the work day at 9:00 AM working until 3:00PM. Any amount of time you can give will be appreciated. Snacks and water will be provided
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| Great Atlanta Halloween Bicycle Parade | |
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| Druganacht: Light Nights in the Dark Forest |
EACA is proud to sponsor the latest production of our Arts and Culture Committee: Druganacht: Light Nights in the Dark Forest.
For four weeks this fall, Brownwood Park will be transformed into an enchanted forest full of fire, mystery and creatures who only come out at night. Follow the brave Vasilisa on her journey through this ancient wood to seek the wisdom of the Baba Yaga and ask for her blessing. Owls will hunt, Ravens will fly, Spiders will climb, Cats will cavort, Wolves will stalk. The Forest itself will come alive before your eyes.
Thursday Shows and early Saturday Shows are family friendly. The late show on Saturday is adults only. Tickets available soon.
Show Schedule:
Thursdays, Oct 11th - Nov 1st @7:30
Saturdays, Oct 13th - Nov 3rd @7:30
Saturdays, Oct 13th - Nov 3rd @9 ADULTS ONLY
No shows on Saturday October 20th. Please look for us in the Little 5 Points Parade.
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| Neighbor in Need Poker Tournament |
Join us on Saturday, October 13, at 10am at The Midway Pub for the 3rd annual EACA Neighbor in Need Poker Tournament. All net proceeds benefit Neighbor in Need, an initiative of the East Atlanta Community Association providing low-income seniors no-cost emergency home repairs by reputable contractors Tournament Details: $50 to enter $500 visa giftcard to winner Capped at 50 players To register or ask questions - email neighborinneed@eaca.netThis event is sponsored by East Atlanta Community Association, The Midway Pub, The Atlanta Poker Club, and Neighbor in Need East Atlanta
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East Atlanta Security Patrol
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To learn more about the East Atlanta Security Patrol, view updated news and notes or to enroll, visit the EASP website. There is a 50% discount for longtime residents and those 65+. To qualify, you must have lived at the same address for 20 years or be over age 65. We also have a 20% discount for members of an APD-sanctioned Neighborhood Watch. Please contact us if you're interested in setting up a Neighborhood Watch on your street.
If you have additional questions, please direct them to easp610@gmail.com, or call EASP Organizer Myron Polster at 404-954-1568. |
| Upcoming Area Meetings | |
Moreland LCI Community Input Workshop
Tuesday, September 18th
Time: 6:30 - 8:00pm
Location: Mt. Nebo Baptist Church 1025 McDonough Street, Atlanta, GA 30315
Atlanta City Council
Meetings: 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month (09.17), 1:00pm
Branan Towers Bingo
Dekalb County Board of Commissioners
Meetings: 2nd & 4th Tuesday (09.25), 9:00am
Neighborhood Planning Unit , NPU-W Transportation Committee
Meeting: 4th Wednesday of the month (09.26), 6:30pm
Neighborhood Planning Unit, NPU-W
Meeting: 4th Wednesday of the month (09.26), 7:30pm
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EACA Membership
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EACA Needs Your Support!
Without your support EACA would not exist. Please show your commitment to EACA by joining today. Annual dues are $10 per household or business per calendar year. As an EACA member you can vote at EACA meetings on topics of interest within our community as well as show your support to East Atlanta.
You can sign up for your 2012 EACA membership, and order EACA Yard Signs on-line! Pay electronically via Paypal HERE
Email questions to membership@eaca.net.
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EACA Rewards
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As a valued East Atlanta Community Association member, you have access to our EACA Rewards Program. In partnership with local businesses, this program provides special promotions within the community when residents present their EACA Membership Card to participating businesses.
Current EACA Rewards Member Benefits:
- Homewatch Caregivers - 15% off all services through 12/31/12
- OMG! Cup and Cakes - 10% off
- We Suki Suki - Sandwich + tea $5 (29% savings!)
- Village Fitness - 10% off New Gym Membership
- Big Daddy Dog Biscuits - EAV Thursday Farmer's Market Special - Bag of Dog Biscuits $4
- East Atlanta Copy Center - 10% off any order over $5 when you show your card - valid through 12/31/2012
- Traci with an Eye Graphic Design - East Atlanta Village businesses and residents will receive a special 30% discount on any graphic design work done by Traci with an Eye. This includes logo and business card design, brochure and postcard design, or any print promotional materials you and your business need. The deal also includes 2 revisions per piece and print/web ready files. Offer good 6/8/2012 - 12/28/2012.
- Grease Monkeys - 10% OFF- Valid the first Saturday & Sunday of each month. Offer Expires 12/02/2012. 1287-C Glenwood Avenue SE
Not a member? Join today!
If you are a business interested in participating in this free program, find more information here.
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| East Atlanta on Facebook & Twitter |
If you're a Facebook member, be sure to become a fan of both the EACA Fan Page and the East Atlanta Village page, too! Click on links below to take you directly to each.
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