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22may12:00 pm1:30 pmRain Barrel WorkshopTransform Your Garden and Conserve Water

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DeKalb Beautification, in partnership with Chattahoochee Riverkeeper, invites residents to participate in the final spring session of the Rain Barrel Workshop Series. This workshop is designed to help residents
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DeKalb Beautification, in partnership with Chattahoochee Riverkeeper, invites residents to participate in the final spring session of the Rain Barrel Workshop Series. This workshop is designed to help residents conserve water, reduce stormwater runoff, and support a healthier environment.
Workshop Includes:
55-gallon rain barrel
DIY assembly kit
Hands-on setup support
Sign Up Today! Limited Availability
Only 25 participants per session. Spots are confirmed on a first-come, first-served basis once payment is received.
How to Secure Your Spot
Visit the Sanitation Division Administration Building to submit your payment.
Payment Hours
Monday – Friday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Drop box available after 3:00 PM
IMPORTANT! If you choose the drop box payment option:
Payments may be submitted to the drop box located at the same address (3720 Leroy Scott Drive | Decatur, GA 30032)
If you choose the drop box payment option:
Payments may be submitted to the drop box located at the same address (3720 Leroy Scott Drive, Decatur, GA 30032)
Please make checks or money orders payable to “DeKalb Beautification.” Include your first and last name, along with the workshop session date, in the memo line.
Email beautify@dekalbcountyga.gov after submitting payment to confirm your seat and receive your receipt.
Important Information
All payments are nonrefundable
Rain barrel kits will be provided at the workshop
Online payments are not available
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Time
(Friday) 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Location
Sanitation Division Administration Building
3720 Leroy Scott Drive, Decatur, GA 30032
23may1:00 pm5:00 pmNo More Liddering Workshoptrash into triumph

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Get ready to turn trash into triumph at our final Shakespeare Happening in the Park! Join the No More Liddering Workshop, an upbeat,
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Get ready to turn trash into triumph at our final Shakespeare Happening in the Park! Join the No More Liddering Workshop, an upbeat, hands‑on creative experience where participants of all ages transform recycled bottle caps into a vibrant community art piece.
Inspired by No More Liddering’s mission of “transforming waste to wonder,” this workshop invites everyone to jump in, get messy, and make something extraordinary from what most people toss away. Every cap you place helps spark conversations about sustainability, creativity, and caring for our shared spaces.
The finished artwork will be installed this June along the Compassion Corridor, a two‑mile stretch of the Stone Mountain Path Trail — meaning your creativity will brighten the path for thousands of neighbors and visitors.
Bring your energy, your imagination, and your love for the planet. Let’s create something unforgettable together!
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Time
(Saturday) 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location
Avondale Estates Town Green
64 N Avondale Rd
23may2:00 pm5:00 pmA Shakespeare Happening Series – Romeo and Juliet

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Date: May 23 2026 | Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Location: 64 N Avondale Rd, Avondale Estates, GA A
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Date: May 23 2026 | Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Location: 64 N Avondale Rd, Avondale Estates, GA
A most delightful gathering draweth near — join us for a free performance of Shakespeare beneath the spring sky.
A Shakespeare Happening Series is BACK. This great program will be an opportunity to experience Shakespeare events for kids, live music and sneak peeks of upcoming shows from the Atlanta Shakespeare Company, which performs at The Shakespeare Tavern Playhouse. The event is free and open to the public. No tickets are required.
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Time
(Saturday) 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location
Avondale Estates Town Green
64 N Avondale Rd

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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
june 27, 2026 12:00 pmjuly 25, 2026 12:00 pmaugust 29, 2026 12:00 pm
30mayAll Day🌿 May Naturalist ProgramExplore Nature in DeKalb

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Get outside and explore DeKalb’s natural beauty with birding, nature walks, fungi education, frog walks, and family-friendly adventures. These guided experiences are a
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Get outside and explore DeKalb’s natural beauty with birding, nature walks, fungi education, frog walks, and family-friendly adventures. These guided experiences are a fun way to learn about local wildlife, ecosystems, and the outdoors right here at Mason Mill Park.
Time
All Day (Saturday)
Location
Mason Mill
1340 McConnell Dr Decatur, GA 30033
06jun9:00 am12:00 pmPosts for Peace and Justice Workshop KickoffWorkshop #1

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Jump into something powerful. Our first Posts for Peace & Justice workshop launches a community‑wide creative journey where your voice becomes part of
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Jump into something powerful. Our first Posts for Peace & Justice workshop launches a community‑wide creative journey where your voice becomes part of a public art installation. We’re inviting DeKalb residents of every age and background to help design bold, meaningful art posts that reflect what peace, justice, and resilience look like in today’s world.
This is your chance to talk, paint, imagine, and create alongside neighbors while exploring how communities stay strong in times of war, division, and economic uncertainty. Your artwork will become part of the Compassion Corridor this summer — a living reminder that hope is built together.
Bring your energy. Bring your story. Let’s start strong.
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Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location
Tobie Grant Recreation Center
593 Parkdale Dr
13jun9:00 am12:00 pmPosts for Peace & Justice: Community Voices WorkshopWorkshop #2

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The movement continues. In our second workshop, we dive deeper into the conversations that matter — justice, unity, compassion, and what it means
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The movement continues. In our second workshop, we dive deeper into the conversations that matter — justice, unity, compassion, and what it means to stand together when the world feels unsteady.
You’ll help decorate towering art posts that will line the Compassion Corridor, each one carrying the colors, symbols, and messages created by everyday DeKalb residents. This is hands‑on creativity with purpose: a chance to express your truth, listen to others, and build something that will inspire thousands who walk the trail.
Whether you joined us last time or you’re stepping in for the first time, your voice belongs here. Let’s keep the momentum alive.
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Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location
Tobie Grant Recreation Center
593 Parkdale Dr
13jun3:00 pm7:00 pmNo More Liddering Workshop#2

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Get ready to turn trash into triumph again! Join the No More Liddering Workshop, an upbeat, hands‑on creative experience where participants of all
Event Details
Get ready to turn trash into triumph again! Join the No More Liddering Workshop, an upbeat, hands‑on creative experience where participants of all ages transform recycled bottle caps into a vibrant community art piece.
Inspired by No More Liddering’s mission of “transforming waste to wonder,” this workshop invites everyone to jump in, get messy, and make something extraordinary from what most people toss away. Every cap you place helps spark conversations about sustainability, creativity, and caring for our shared spaces.
The finished artwork will be installed this June along the Compassion Corridor, a two‑mile stretch of the Stone Mountain Path Trail — meaning your creativity will brighten the path for thousands of neighbors and visitors.
Bring your energy, your imagination, and your love for the planet. Let’s create something unforgettable together!
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Time
(Saturday) 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Location
Roof Top Trails
114 E Ponce de Leon
13jun5:00 pm10:00 pmDeKalb County Juneteenth Festival and Concert

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CLICK HERE TO RSVP Celebrate Juneteenth with music, food, and culture as we honor the legacy of diversity, equity,
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Celebrate Juneteenth with music, food, and culture as we honor the legacy of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Free & family-friendly!
Welcome to the DeKalb County 2026 Juneteenth Festival! Join us for a day of celebration at the Porter Sanford III Performing Arts & Community Center. Experience live music, delicious food, cultural performances, and more as we come together to honor the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrate freedom. Don’t miss this special event commemorating an important moment in history. We look forward to seeing you there!
Please note: One ticket per person. If you are RSVPing for someone else, please register under their name.
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Time
(Saturday) 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Location
Rainbow Park Amphitheater
3181 Rainbow Drive
27jun9:00 am12:00 pmPosts for Peace & Justice: Final Creation DayWorkshop #3

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This is the big finish — a high‑energy, all‑hands‑on‑deck creative celebration. Our final workshop brings together everyone who’s contributed along the way, plus
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This is the big finish — a high‑energy, all‑hands‑on‑deck creative celebration. Our final workshop brings together everyone who’s contributed along the way, plus anyone ready to jump in and make their mark.
We’ll be completing the last of the Posts for Peace & Justice, transforming raw wooden posts into vibrant declarations of community strength and shared humanity. As we wrap up, we’ll reflect on the conversations sparked throughout the month — about peace, justice, resilience, and what it means to care for one another in uncertain times.
Your art will soon stand proudly along the Compassion Corridor, carrying your message into the world. Come help us finish strong, together.
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Time
(Saturday) 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location
Tobie Grant Recreation Center
593 Parkdale Dr

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
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

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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.
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