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  • Summer

    Summer Reading List for Tweens and Teens, 11-up

    Check out these great book recommendations.

    Looking for another escape? This list of books has something for everyone – fantasy, adventure, and of course, love. What more is there? Read one, or read ‘em all – post your thoughts in ...

  • Local Connections

    BBQ, Blues and Bluegrass Fest Aug. 18

    BBQ, Blues and Bluegrass Festival

    Decatur is know for its many festivals, but most of them come in the spring and fall. One of the major summertime event is the 12th annual Decatur BBQ Blues & Bluegrass Festival,...

  • Local Connections

    Summer Camp Options

    Decatur and Avondale Estates offer a variety of summer camps for kids. Here are a few of the options. Little Shop of Stories Camp When/where: Weeklong camps throught the week of...

  • Local Connections

    Summer Fun at Decatur Library

    Decatur LIbrary

    Tuesdays will be Family Night at the Decatur Library, with a different performer weekly June 12 to July 10. It's all free and suitable for every age. The show starts at 7 p.m. and en...

  • Volunteers in the News

    Decatur Needs Beach Party Volunteers

    A past Decatur Beach Party.

    LeeAnn Harvey, the volunteer coordinator for the City of Decatur, says volunteers are needed for the annual Decatur Beach Party on Friday, June 15. The party sponsored by the Decatur...

  • The Neighborhood Files

    Summer Stories For Kids

    The Biffle Cabin in Decatur.

    Starting June 6, the DeKalb History Center is offering a series of storytelling sessions for kids 6 to 12 at the historic Biffle Cabin at 720 W. Trinity Place, behind the Swanton H...

  • Local Connections

    Olympic-Style Strength

    Isabelle Enloe lifts a fake barbell over her head Wednesday at the Team USA Road to London tour on the Decatur Square.

    Isabelle Enloe showed her strength Wednesday afternoon when the Team USA Road to London tour visited the Decatur Square. Interactive games were a big part of the fun for the event th...

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