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Get Out: Weekend Planner

Become more organic, attend an artist reception, meet an author, become a fan of Jane Austen or attend an anniversary party.

Where/When: , 175 Laredo Dr., Decatur, Reception: Saturday, June 11, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Show runs from Saturday, June 11 to Saturday, July 16

Why go: Clay works, featuring blue tableware are the highlights of this solo show. MudFire will post a preview of the show starting Monday, June 6, to whet your appetite.

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Where/When: , 435 Oakview Rd., Decatur, Tuesday, June 14, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Why go: Be honest – wouldn’t you love to be able to feed your family more organic foods, without spending so much? Learn how at this class, taught by Minde Herbert, one of Atlanta’s best organic experts. She’ll share recipes and tips to make going organic a lot easier.

Pricing: Garden members/$15 and non-garden members/$20. Please register 2-3 days in advance to make sure you get a spot.

3. SEE NPR’S BROOKE GLADSTONE

Where/When: , 215 Sycamore St., Decatur, Monday, June 13, 7:15 p.m.

Why go: Peabody Award-winning Gladstone will talk about her new book of graphic nonfiction, “The Influencing Machine”.

Pricing: Free/varies with book purchases.

4. ARE YOU A JANE AUSTEN FAN?

Where/When: (Alston Campus Center, Amelia Davis Luchsinger Fireplace Lounge), 141 E. College Ave., Decatur, Sunday, June 12, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Why go: If you are a fan of Jane Austen, then attend this Jane Austen Society meeting to learn more about becoming involved with those that are like-minded. Dr. Judith Miller of Emory University will lead the lecture. For more details on this society, visit: www.JASNAatlanta.org.

Pricing: Free/tickets are not required.

5. ATTEND A FARMER’S MARKET ANNIVERSARY PARTY

Where/When: Decatur Farmer’s Market at the corner of E. Trinity Place and N. McDonough St., Decatur, Saturday, June 11. The market will run 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and the party from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Why go: Do you love the Decatur Farmer’s Market?  Then while shopping there this Saturday, attend the anniversary party being held to mark the anniversary of this counted on street market.

Pricing: Party is free/market pricing varies with purchases.

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