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🌱 Juneteenth Celebration at Glover Park + Temperatures Break Records

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Hi, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening in Smyrna-Vinings. Keep scrolling for the scoop...

First, today's weather:

A gusty t-storm in the p.m. High: 95 Low: 75.

Here are the top three stories in Smyrna-Vinings today:

  1. The Cobb County NAACP will be holding their 19th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at 6:00 p.m. today at Glover Park! The event will not only feature a live performance from Grammy Award-winning artist Le'Andria Johnson but will have a variety of street vendors and merchants creating a fun night for everyone! All are welcome to bring lawn chairs and come relax, listen to some great R&B, and celebrate the holiday! (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
  2. On Wednesday, Atlanta temperatures reached a high of 99 degrees, setting a record high for that date. The last time this record was broken was in 1952 when the temperature reached 96 degrees. It was also the record high for the city since September of 2019. There were even reports of areas on the Southside eclipsing 100 degrees! Stay safe out there! ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
  3. Did you know that only approximately half of all shelter animals are adopted each year? Good thing there are so many lovable pets ready for adoption in the Smyrna-Vinings area! Whether you are a cat person or a dog person, there is surely a perfect furry friend just waiting to meet you! Check out these local listings from animal shelters in the area and find your match today! (Smyrna-Vinings Patch)

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Today in Smyrna-Vinings:

  • Tweens Creativity Club at the Smyrna Public Library (3:00 PM)

From my notebook:

  • The Juneteenth Dinner that was initially supposed to take place tonight at the Symrna Community Center has been moved to Friday, August 5. Tickets purchased for this date will be valid for use in August, and if people are unable to attend the new date, a refund will be provided. (Facebook)
  • A public open house on the Comprehensive Plan will take place from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Wed., June 29 at Brawner Hall, but the city is also looking for people to fill out a survey beforehand to aid in meeting the needs of all community members. (Facebook)
  • The Smyrna Library will now accept donations using PayPal! They also remind people that donations made to the library are, in fact, tax-deductible! (Facebook)

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That's it for today. I'll see you around!

— Carla Varner

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