East Atlanta Community Association    

October 22,  2012 
In This Issue
Dikembe Mutombo visits EAKC
EAV-O-WEEN
Halloween Arts & Crafts Market
Druganacht: Light Nights in the Dark Forest
Neighbor in Need Pumpkin Sales
EAVFM Intern Positions
EACA Rewards
East Atlanta on Facebook
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Lots of spooky events in the neighborhood this week.  Come on out and PARTICIPATE!
Dikembe Mutombo visits EAKC

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On Tuesday, October 23rd, at 5:00pm, philanthropist, humanitarian, 18-year NBA veteran, and creator of the foundation that bears his name, Dikembe Mutombo will visit the East Atlanta Kids Club (EAKC).  All youth in the community are invited to attend.

During his visit, Mutumbo is expected to deliver a special message  to East Atlanta's children and to address questions .  And just MAYBE, if the kids ask politely, he may even remind them why "Man does not fly in the house of Mutombo."

Founded in 1997, the Dikembe Mutombo Foundation was chartered to improve the health, education and quality of life for the people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.  Beyond the many accolades and honors accumulated in the United States, Mutombo has established a state-of-the-art medical facility -- the Biamba Marie Mutombo Hospital and Research Center -- in Kinshasa, capital city of his homeland, the Democratic Republic of Congo, where ready access to modern medical care is urgently needed.

Mutombo's visit will take place at the Brownwood Recreation Center, 602 Brownwood Avenue, in East Atlanta.

For more information, please contact EAKC at 404-627-8050, or e-mail [email protected]
EAV-O-WEEN
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Celebrate Halloween in the East Atlanta Village on Saturday, October 27.  Activities Include:

 

Make Your Own Halloween Costume

Starting at 5pm in front of Heels-n-Handbags

Face painting, temporary tattoos, masks, donated costumes and more!


Ghost Stories
at Bound to Be Read Books at 6:30 and 7:30 

Trick or Treating in the Village from 6-8 with participating businesses along Flat Shoals Ave and Glenwood Ave. 

Pet Costume Contest at Brownwood Park Recreation Center at 5pm 

Costume Contest at 5:30 pm at Brownwood Park Recreation Center.  Cool prizes for Best Kid's Costume, Best Overall, Best Group Costume, Most Scary.

 

Halloween Arts & Crafts Market
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IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN!

 

The Midway Pub  would like to invite you to the

 

HALLOWEEN ARTS & CRAFTS MARKET & 

3rd Annual

PUMPKIN CARVING CONTEST

THURSDAY, OCT 25 from 4-8PM 

 

In conjunction with The East Atlanta Community Association Neighbor in Need, this event will take place on the grounds of The Midway Pub directly across the street from the HALLOWEEN HOOTENANNY at The East Atlanta Village Farmer's Market!  

 

Druganacht: Seven Nights in the Dark Forest
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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 (18 and over).  Tickets are available here and at the EAV Famers Market every Thursday from 5-7.

 

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.

 

Neighbor in Need Pumpkin Sales at EAVFM
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Checklist ImageNeighbor 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 [email protected]

EAVFM Intern Positions
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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.

East Atlanta Ornaments Still Available

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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.

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 websiteThere 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 [email protected], or call EASP Organizer Myron Polster at 404-954-1568.   
 Upcoming Area Meetings 
Dekalb County Board of Commissioners  
Meetings: 2nd & 4th Tuesday (10.23), 9:00am  
Maloof Auditorium, 1300 Commerce Dr, Decatur

 

Neighborhood Planning Unit , NPU-W Transportation Committee  
Meeting: 4th Wednesday of the month (10.24), 6:30pm  
Martha Brown United Methodist Church,  468 Moreland Ave SE  

 

Neighborhood Planning Unit, NPU-W  
Meeting: 4th Wednesday of the month (10.24), 7:30pm  
Martha Brown United Methodist Church, 468 Moreland Ave SE
 
Burgess-Peterson Academy PTA Meeting
Meeting: Tuesday, October 30, 6 pm
Burgess-Petereson Academy Gymnasium, 480 Clifton Street SE
EACA Membership

  

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 [email protected].   
EACA Rewards 

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. 


Email questions to [email protected].   
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Contact Information:
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: http://eaca.net