Community Corner
Weekend Planner: The Non-Holiday Version
Already had your fill of mistletoe and twinkling lights? There are plenty of non-holiday activities in Decatur and Avondale Estates, including the the play "They Call Me Mr. Fry," a celebration at Intown Ace Hardware and a community garden wor
You can amuse yourself in Decatur and Avondale Estates without paying homage to the holidays. For a full listing of ideas, check out the Patch Events calendar. For holiday events, go to the Patch Calendar of Holiday Happenings.
1. 'They Call Me Mr. Fry.' This award-winning play is based on the true story of a first-year, fifth-grade teacher in South Central Los Angeles. This is the last weekend for the show. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday at the Academy Theatre, 119 Center St, Avondale Estates. $20.
2. Intown Ace celebration. The much-loved hardware store on Scott Boulevard will celebrate its designation as one of the "coolest" in the Ace Hardware chain. Free food and fun stuff for customers.
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3. Decatur High School community garden work day. Dig into the dirt and help out in this community garden at the high school. Bring your tools and work gloves. 9:30 a.m. Saturday.
4. One-year anniversary for Over and Beyond Basketball LLC. This local mentoring organization is marking its first birthday with a celebration. Food and prizes. 4 p.m. Saturday at 404 Electric Ave., Decatur. Free.
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5. Monthly song circle. Everybody is welcome to this just-for-fun group singing. A few Christmas carols might be included. 7:30 p.m. Friday at 900 Dancing Fox Road, Decatur. Free.
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