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🌱 Poetry In The Parks Trails + 'Joke Guy Of Decatur' Passes Away

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Hello and happy Saturday! I'm back in your inbox this warm morning to walk you through all the most important things happening locally. Here we go.

First, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 90 Low: 72.

Here are the top three stories in Decatur-Avondale Estates today:

  1. Have you seen Georgia Poetry in the Park's poetry trails in DeKalb County parks? The poetry trails feature works by contemporary Georgia writers and encourage visitors to stop, read, and reflect. There are currently three poetry trails, including one on the Michelle Obama Trail near the Georgia State University-Perimeter College Decatur Campus. (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
  2. Family and friends remember the life and legacy of David Schneberger, the "joke guy of Decatur." Schneberger suffered extensive injuries after a 50-foot fall while traveling in Italy with his daughter; he sadly passed away on Jul. 21. His family is currently working on a plan to bring Schneberger back home to the states. (Decaturish.com)
  3. Looking to add a four-legged ball of love to your household? Patch and Petfinder are back with another roundup of adorable, adoptable pets available in Decatur-Avondale Estates area shelters. Meet Cowboy the "lap cat," Kamakaze the guinea pig, and more at the link. (Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch)

Today in Decatur-Avondale Estates:

  • Summer Saturdays At Harmony Park (1:00 PM)
  • Adulting 101: Calendars At Clarkston Library (4:00 PM)
  • Mark Miller At Eddie's Attic (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • Punk Foodie's underground dining guide for the weekend includes two local events: a Baolicious steamed bun pop-up at Kelly's Market in Decatur on Saturday, followed by a chef's brunch at Olive & Pine in Avondale Estates on Sunday. Visit Reporter Newspaper for even more foodie events in and around the area. (Reporter Newspapers)
  • DeKalb County health officials have received lab confirmation that four of its mosquito surveillance traps tested positive for mosquitoes carrying the West Nile Virus. As of this past Tuesday, there are no confirmed human cases of the virus in DeKalb County. (Decatur-Avondale Estates Patch)
  • Yoga and beer — who could ask for more? Head over to Wild Heaven Beer every Sunday at 12 p.m. for a free yoga class (donations accepted). (AllEvents.in)

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Events:

  • Zimri Quartet in Concert (July 23)
  • The City Of East Point Wednesday Wind In the Point (July 27)
  • EVENT: Ms Georgia How to Avoid Identity Theft/Scams (July 28)
  • We Love Teachers 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run (July 30)
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As a heads up, you will have a new curator on Monday. It's been a pleasure to cover Decatur-Avondale Estates. Thanks for reading along, and stay well!

— Carla Varner

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