The Aging in Placers are adults aged 55+ and supportive generations driving the charge to shape how our community supports housing options for aging in place right here in DeKalb County.
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A dedicated initiatve focused on connecting with residents about the issues that matter most to them and providing timely, essential information. You might spot them at local events or visiting your neighborhood.
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Resilient DeKalb is a people-powered 2026 initiative that aims to alleviate environmental injustices in DeKalb by advocating for sustainable land use and utility protections while building community power.
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We’re excited to invite you to be part of the 2026 Gresham Park Rec Center Clean-Up Campaign: a monthly community effort to care for the parks,
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We’re excited to invite you to be part of the 2026 Gresham Park Rec Center Clean-Up Campaign: a monthly community effort to care for the parks, people, streets, and neighborhood of Gresham Park.
This initiative brings neighbors together to remove litter, address invasive plant species, and strengthen community pride. Just two hours of your time can make a visible, lasting impact.
🗓 When: Last Saturday of every month
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Gresham Park Rec Center
3113 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
Why participate?
- Help keep parks and neighborhoods clean and safe
- Connect with neighbors and local partners
- Learn from park stewards and naturalists
- Light refreshments provided
Whether you can join us once or every month, your presence matters. Bring a friend, bring your family, and help us continue building a cleaner, healthier Gresham Park together.
👉 Mark your calendar and plan to join monthly to keep Gresham Park clean, green & thriving. All ages welcome!
For questions or to get involved, please contact Deionte Benson, Park Steward, at dbenson10@gsu.edu.
We look forward to seeing you there.

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Time
(Saturday) 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Location
Gresham Park Recreation Center
3113 Gresham Rd
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
july 25, 2026 12:00 pmaugust 29, 2026 12:00 pm
30junAll Day🌿 June Naturalist ProgramExplore Nature in DeKalb

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Continue the adventure this June with edible plant education, history walks, bird strolls, fungi workshops, family nature play, and a full moon night
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Continue the adventure this June with edible plant education, history walks, bird strolls, fungi workshops, family nature play, and a full moon night walk. Explore DeKalb’s outdoors while building community and environmental awareness.
Time
All Day (Tuesday)
Location
Mason Mill
1340 McConnell Dr Decatur, GA 30033

Event Details
We’re excited to invite you to be part of the 2026 Gresham Park Rec Center Clean-Up Campaign: a monthly community effort to care for the parks,
Event Details
We’re excited to invite you to be part of the 2026 Gresham Park Rec Center Clean-Up Campaign: a monthly community effort to care for the parks, people, streets, and neighborhood of Gresham Park.
This initiative brings neighbors together to remove litter, address invasive plant species, and strengthen community pride. Just two hours of your time can make a visible, lasting impact.
🗓 When: Last Saturday of every month
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Gresham Park Rec Center
3113 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
Why participate?
- Help keep parks and neighborhoods clean and safe
- Connect with neighbors and local partners
- Learn from park stewards and naturalists
- Light refreshments provided
Whether you can join us once or every month, your presence matters. Bring a friend, bring your family, and help us continue building a cleaner, healthier Gresham Park together.
👉 Mark your calendar and plan to join monthly to keep Gresham Park clean, green & thriving. All ages welcome!
For questions or to get involved, please contact Deionte Benson, Park Steward, at dbenson10@gsu.edu.
We look forward to seeing you there.

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Time
(Saturday) 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Location
Gresham Park Recreation Center
3113 Gresham Rd
Future Event Times in this Repeating Event Series
august 29, 2026 12:00 pm

Event Details
We’re excited to invite you to be part of the 2026 Gresham Park Rec Center Clean-Up Campaign: a monthly community effort to care for the parks,
Event Details
We’re excited to invite you to be part of the 2026 Gresham Park Rec Center Clean-Up Campaign: a monthly community effort to care for the parks, people, streets, and neighborhood of Gresham Park.
This initiative brings neighbors together to remove litter, address invasive plant species, and strengthen community pride. Just two hours of your time can make a visible, lasting impact.
🗓 When: Last Saturday of every month
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Where: Gresham Park Rec Center
3113 Gresham Rd SE, Atlanta, GA 30316
Why participate?
- Help keep parks and neighborhoods clean and safe
- Connect with neighbors and local partners
- Learn from park stewards and naturalists
- Light refreshments provided
Whether you can join us once or every month, your presence matters. Bring a friend, bring your family, and help us continue building a cleaner, healthier Gresham Park together.
👉 Mark your calendar and plan to join monthly to keep Gresham Park clean, green & thriving. All ages welcome!
For questions or to get involved, please contact Deionte Benson, Park Steward, at dbenson10@gsu.edu.
We look forward to seeing you there.

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Time
(Saturday) 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Location
Gresham Park Recreation Center
3113 Gresham Rd
20sep4:30 pm6:00 pmEco Workshop: Lungs of Mother EarthWith Shannon Willow

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Join Shannon Willow along the Compassion Corridor for a hands-on community landcare experience focused on native species, pollinator habitats, and regenerative landscaping practices.
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Join Shannon Willow along the Compassion Corridor for a hands-on community landcare experience focused on native species, pollinator habitats, and regenerative landscaping practices. Participants will help care for the space, learn simple ways to “rewild” their own yards, and discover how small environmental actions can create lasting impact for our neighborhoods and ecosystems. No experience necessary. Just come ready to learn, connect, and grow with community.
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Time
(Sunday) 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Location
Lungs of Mother Earth
541 Proctor Ave, Scottdale, GA
04oct4:30 pm6:00 pmEco Workshop: Community StewardshipWith Shannon Willow

Event Details
Join Shannon Willow along the Compassion Corridor for a hands-on community landcare experience focused on native species, pollinator habitats, and regenerative landscaping practices.
Event Details
Join Shannon Willow along the Compassion Corridor for a hands-on community landcare experience focused on native species, pollinator habitats, and regenerative landscaping practices. Participants will help care for the space, learn simple ways to “rewild” their own yards, and discover how small environmental actions can create lasting impact for our neighborhoods and ecosystems. No experience necessary. Just come ready to learn, connect, and grow with community.
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Time
(Sunday) 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Location
Lungs of Mother Earth
541 Proctor Ave, Scottdale, GA