East Atlanta Community Association
October 1, 2012
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| Greetings! | |
Fall is here! Lots of great activities going on in the neighborhood in October. Check out the details below.
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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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| Living Waters Funday in the Park | |
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| Moreland Avenue LCI Study Community Meetings |
The Office of Planning has held several community meetings over the past weeks to discuss the rezoning of the South Moreland Avenue Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) Study which was adopted by the Atlanta City Council in July 2008. This provided the opportunity for the various stakeholders to provide input on the uses and design guidelines for the proposed zoning regulations. The Office of Planning has reviewed the comments and concerns expressed by the stakeholders and has developed an amended ordinance for review, comment and/or approval. A copy of the amended ordinance with maps outlining the area can be found here.
The Office of Planning staff was present at the impacted NPUs September meeting providing a brief overview of the changes. Please note that additional meetings have been scheduled as follows:
Wednesday, October 3rd: Community Meeting (EACA & SAND)
First Iconium Baptist Church (Sumner Hall)
Monday, October 8th: Open House
First Iconium Baptist Church (Sumner Hall)
Wednesday, October 10th: Community Meeting - Thomasville Heights Civic League & Norwood Manor
Mt. Nebo Baptist Church (Community Meeting Room)
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| Great Atlanta Halloween Bicycle Parade | |
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| Druganacht: SevenNights in the Dark Forest |
EACA is proud to sponsor the latest production of our Arts and Culture Committee: Druganacht: Seven 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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| EAVFM Intern Positions |
Community Farmers Markets is seeking to fill the following three unpaid internship positions for the 2012-2013 school year to help propel the mission of CFM to develop and strengthen farmers markets for long term sustainability and meaningful community impact. Descriptions can be found here.
- Food Access Intern
- Marketing Intern
- Operations Intern
These internships are an ideal way to gain valuable experience in the local food movement. The positions are demanding, but all encourage creativity for the individual to pursue opportunities that fit their interests.
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| Neighbor in Need Pumpkin Sales at EAVFM |
 Neighbor in Need, an initiative of the East Atlanta Community Association, is hosting its annual Pumpkin Sale Fundraiser at the East Atlanta Village Farmer's Market every Thursday during month of October.
Pumpkins available:
Extra Large $20
Large $15
Small Pie $5
Decorative Gourds $3
** While all pumpkins are edible, "pie" pumpkins are ideal for pumpkin pie once they are through with their decorative life.
EAVFM is located at 561 Flat Shoals Ave Atlanta GA 30316 and is open 4-8 pm on Thursdays.
Neighbor in Need works to provide emergency home repairs to elderly residents in East Atlanta. All sales revenue and donations to NIN go directly to providing home repairs to our neighbors in need. Visit the EACA website for more information or contact jeffrey.whitehouse@gmail.com
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| East Atlanta Ornaments Still Available |
In case you missed them at the Strut, the Gourd Bless You 2012 East Atlanta Christmas ornament and Where Your Friends Are birdhouses are available at Kaboodles. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of these items go to support the East Atlanta Community Association.
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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 |
Atlanta City Council
Meetings: 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month (10.01), 1:00pm
Neighborhood Planning Unit, NPU-W Land Use and Zoning Committee
Meeting: 1st Tuesday of the month (10.02), 7:00pm
Dekalb County Board of Commissioners
Meetings: 2nd & 4th Tuesday ( 10.09), 9:00am
Transportation Committee Meeting
Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of the month, (10.09), 6pm
Branan Towers, 1200 Glenwood Ave., SE
East Atlanta Community Association, (EACA) Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of the month (10.09), 7pm Branan Towers,1200 Glenwood Ave., SE
South Atlantans for Neighborhood Development, Inc. (SAND) Meetings: 2nd Thursday of the month (10.11) 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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