Decatur Arts Festival Program 2016

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Artwalk 10 Performing Arts Stage 16 Acoustic Palette 19 Artists Market 22 Kids Arts Festival 28 New Dance 30 Theater and Literary Arts 32 Speak...Easy! 34 Decatur LOL 35 Silent Auction 39 Fine Arts Exhibition 41

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About the Decatur Arts Alliance Founded in 1989, the Decatur Arts Alliance (DAA) is a nonprofit partnership of artists, business owners, residents, and government dedicated to supporting and enhancing the arts in the city of Decatur. The DAA sponsors the annual Decatur Arts Festival as well as other free art events in Decatur throughout the year.

The Decatur Arts Alliance provides a collaborative environment to coordinate the interests of artists, gallery owners, dance groups, and performance venues within Decatur and helps the city build a strong arts community.

Decatur Arts Alliance P.O. Box 401, Decatur, GA 30031 404-371-9583 info@decaturartsalliance.org decaturartsalliance.org

Board of Directors Alan Dishman, chair Pat Walsh, treasurer Linda Harris, secretary Doug Aholt Heather Gibbons Lockey McDonald Lori Ronca Nell Ruby Ann VanSlyke Shawn Vinson Daren Wang Jerry G. White

Advisory Board Robert and Jean Brown Jerry and Jean Eickhoff Sheila Hunt Terry McGehee Chester Old Joanna and Roger Quillen Melissa and Bo Spalding Judy Turner

Angie Macon, Executive Director Sarah Seaton-Todd, Program Manager Mary Flad, Festival Consultant Mignon Cottrell, Intern

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Pre-festival Events Decatur Lantern Parade | May 13 | Downtown Decatur.......................................... 6 Decatur Civic Chorus | May 15 | Oak Grove United Methodist Church....... 6 Author Readings and Book Signings | May 23-25 | Decatur Library.............7 Children’s Book Illustrators Gallery Show | May 27 | Decatur Library......... 8

Festival Events ArtWalk | May 27 | All Around Decatur................................................................................10 Performing Arts Stage | May 28-29 | Community Bandstand........................ 16 Acoustic Palette | May 28-29 | Acoustic Palette Tent.............................................. 19 For the Fallen | May 29 | Decatur First United Methodist Church.................21 Friends of Decatur Library Book Sale | May 28 | Decatur Library...................21 Artists Market | May 28-29 | Downtown Decatur...................................................... 22 Kids Arts Festival | May 28 | Decatur Recreation Center..................................... 28 New Dance | May 28-29 | Decatur Recreation Center........................................... 30 Theater and Literary Arts | May 28-29 | Theater and Literary Arts Tent....32 Speak...Easy! | May 28 | Theater and Literary Arts Tent...........................................34 Decatur LOL | May 28-29 | Comedy Tent by the Old Courthouse.................35 Bike Valet......................................................................................................................................................38 Silent Auction | May 28-29 | Silent Auction Tent.........................................................39

Throughout May Fine Arts Exhibit | Agnes Scott College.............................................................................. 41 DeKalb History Center Exhibits | Old Courthouse on the Square.............. 44 The Decatur Artway | Downtown Decatur.......................................................................47 Sponsors....................................................................................................................................................... 54

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the poster he Decatur Arts Festival commissioned this year’s poster artwork from Micah Mullen, a painter based in Raleigh, NC. Micah’s paintings focus on landscapes both urban and wild, built and natural, each view energized with his signature patterns that dance through sky, treetops, waterfalls, and building facades.

Micah’s booth at the Artists Market in 2015 generated some buzz within the local arts community.

“We’re such big fans of Micah’s work, and we wanted to see what he could do with Decatur’s Community Lantern Parade as a subject,” says Angie Macon, executive director of the Decatur Arts Alliance. “We could not be more delighted with the outcome and the way he captured the energy and excitement of this magical event that means so much to our Decatur family.”

Micah holds a bachelor’s degree from SUNY Brockport and a master’s degree from Duquesne University. The Micah Mullen son of a college art professor, Micah came into his own as an artist after working for an art supply company where he became the marketing director.

“Between time spent in my father’s studio and my professional career I learned countless things about art theories, techniques, principles and practices,” says Micah. My never-ending passion is to put these ideas onto canvas.”

Micah can be found at the festival this year at booth 38. Be sure to stop by and say hello. Visit micahmullen.com to find out more.

Take the Poster Home with You!

Poster Unveiling The poster unveiling took place May 5 at the community bandstand in downtown Decatur. Thanks to these benefactors for donating goods and services for the event: • Three Taverns, Creature Comforts, Burnt Hickory, and Decatur Package Store – drinks • Sydney Rhame – music • Tonya Burkett, Cook’s Warehouse/Sherlock’s Wine Merchant – catering • Swagalicious – décor Poster Unveiling Committee: Faye Sykes, Mari Atwell, Tonya Burkett, Mitzi Hill, Julie Rhame

Visit the Information Tent on the MARTA plaza during the Artists Market and check out the T-shirt selection and poster with this year’s artwork. See the map at left for the tent location.

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Friday, May 13 | 9 pm | Downtown Decatur Light up the night! Kick off Arts Month and celebrate the start of summer with the Decatur Arts Alliance and Decatur Education Foundation at the Decatur Lantern Parade. Gather at Color Wheel Studio at 508 E. Howard Ave. after 8 pm, then parade to the downtown square along with the Black Sheep Ensemble.

Sign up for all sorts of lantern making workshops – lantern hats, illuminated parasols, globe lanterns, and more – hosted by Chantelle Rytter at Color Wheel Studio in the two weeks preceding the parade.

Find out more at decaturlanternparade.com.

decatur civic chorus Sunday, May 15 | 4 pm | Oak Grove United Methodist Church, 1722 Oak Grove Rd. The Decatur Civic Chorus will perform their 65th Annual Spring Concert. This is the first concert with new director Scott Keesey. Free and open to the community.

Visit decaturcivicchorus.org or call 770-388-9536 for more information.

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Best selling author readings and book signings

Mark Zwonitzer The Statesman and The Storyteller Wednesday, May 25 | 7:15 pm Decatur Library Auditorium 215 Sycamore St.

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Bridge Eight Literary Magazine Poetry Reading Monday, May 23 | 7:15 pm Decatur Library Auditorium 215 Sycamore St. In the latest issue, Bridge Eight Literary Magazine featured four Georgia poets. The event will bring together several of these Georgia poets on one stage to read poems selected for the issue, as well as other works. Bridge Eight is headquartered in Jacksonville, Florida.

and storyteller, Brent Walker. Through stunning portraiture and intimate conversations, Brent takes the reader on a journey across the Southeast United States, uncovering stories of heartbreak, addiction, and hope. The book features more than 100 stories and portraits of people from all walks of life juxtaposed with photos of the Southern landscape that help paint a rich and complex picture of The Hidden South.

Mark Zwonitzer discusses his latest work: a dual biography covering the last ten years of the lives of friends and contemporaries, writer Mark Twain and statesman John Hay. The Statesman and The Storyteller provides not only an intimate look into the daily lives of these men, but also an elucidating portrait of the United States on the verge of emerging as a world power.

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children’s book illustrators gallery show May 27-June 17 | Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. Reception on Friday, May 27, during ArtWalk | 7-9 pm Hosts: Southern Breeze Chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators and the Georgia Center for the Book The Southern Breeze Chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators is pleased to host its annual gallery show at the Decatur Library. The focus of the show is on children’s book illustration and the power of visual art and the written word in storytelling. The illustrations on display will be accompanied by a copy of the book or publication in which the art appears. The show will run through mid-June in the main lobby of the Decatur Library.

The Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators is a non-

profit organization whose mission is to support the creation and availability of quality children’s books around the world. The Southern Breeze Chapter covers Alabama, Georgia, and the Florida panhandle. Visit scbwi.org to learn more.

The Georgia Center for the Book is the state affiliate of the Center for the Book at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. It is headquartered at the Decatur Library. To learn more, visit georgiacenterforthebook.org.

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Friday, May 27 | 5-10 pm | All Around Decatur | Free and open to the public 1. Agnes Scott College Fine Arts Exhibition Dalton Gallery, Dana Fine Arts Building 141 E. College Ave.

Juried multimedia exhibition features a diversity of artistic viewpoints. The exhibition runs May 24-June 12.

2. Aimée Jewelry and Fine Art Gallery 355 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-371-0099 aimee-jewelry-and-fine-art-gallery. com

Aimée Jewelry and Fine Art gallery features one-of-a-kind, hand-crafted jewelry designed and created by local, national, and foreign artisans as well as fine art from realism to impressionism, expressionism to abstraction.

Aimée Jewelry and Fine Art Gallery strives to bolster all fine arts – hand-crafted and uniquely designed jewelry, ceramics, glass, and paintings, all created by the finest of artists.

3. Boutique Karma 145 Sycamore St. 404-373-7533 boutique-karma.com

Everyday apparel with a global, feminine touch. This women’s boutique is your source for easy, flowing silhouettes, exotic patterns and prints, and unexpected accents for any ensemble.

Decatur’s largest one-night art experience returns with fire twirler and stilt walker! Stroll around town to see exhibits at various shops and galleries and enjoy complimentary snacks and drinks. Beer will be on sale at East Court Square so drop by to visit beer sponsors Burnt Hickory Brewery, Creature Comforts and Decatur’s own Three Taverns Brewery. There’s even a special festival beer brewed up by Three Taverns – 3 Day IPA.

4. CORE Dance 133 Sycamore St. 404-373-4154 coredance.org

Experience EnCORE Dance for Film, a social gathering for the arts and celebration of dance made for the silver screen.

Co-presented by CORE, EnCORE brings together a collection of 47 original dance works performed, choreographed, and directed by local artists as well as their regional, national, and international peers.

Doors open at 4:45 pm. Screenings begin at 5 pm and will continue until 10 pm.

There will be a block of films by Atlanta and Houston filmmakers starting at 7 pm. Be our guest, grab a chair, and enjoy watching what our local filmmakers and international counterparts are up to!

Atlanta Films • When I Whistle, 2016, Benita Carr • Into the Streets, 2014, Daniel Gwirtzman • No Games No Fowl, 2015, Jennifer Tarrazi-Scully

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• Afoot and Light Hearted, 2015, Brittany Whitmoyer-Fishel Houston Films • Basking in the Sun, 2015, Sara Aguirre • so you want me always to paint flowers, 2011, Sarah M. Barry • The All Hands Meeting, 2012, Rebecca French • Framing Bodies: LOVE ME, 2013, Lydia Hance Since 1980, CORE Performance Company has been creating and performing innovative contemporary dance. Known for its riveting, passionate, and unique work, CORE has been internationally acclaimed in performance, tours, and residencies. With homes in Atlanta and Houston, CORE creates intimate and original work that evolves through experimentation, improvisation, and collaboration.

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6. Furry Tails Pet Shop 228 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-205-5049 furrytailspetshop.com

5. Decatur Square Framing & Gallery 111 Clairemont Ave. 404-377-1414

Decatur Square Framing & Gallery hosts the work of four artists from all different mediums. Atlanta-based fine arts photographer Carolyn Meltzer’s work captures the most intimate glimpses of the natural world in a variety of habitats. JD Isaacs’ art is created out of recycled materials.

Also view aquatints by British artist Francis St. Claire Miller and peruse jewelry by Richard Bulman.

A full service framing stop and gallery in the heart of downtown Decatur for 15 years.

Furry Tails Pet Shop is a family-owned pet shop devoted to providing the highest quality food and supplements for dogs and cats – plus local, unique, and fun supplies. The store carries Low Low Knows Bones homemade pet treats. Bring your furry pet by to meet them.

7. Georgia Center for the Book – Decatur Library 215 Sycamore St. 404-370-3070 ext. 2285 georgiacenterforthebook.org

The Southern Breeze Chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illus-

trators annual gallery show at the Decatur Library focuses on children’s book illustration and the power of visual art and the written word in story-telling. The illustrations on display will be accompanied by a copy of the book or publication in which the art appears.

The Georgia Center for the Book is charged with the mission to support the literary arts, promote literacy and preserve the literary heritage of Georgia.

8. The Great Frame Up 335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-257-6090 decatur.thegreatframeup.com

Opening wine and cheese reception from 6-9 pm for Atlanta oil painter Joel Barr who is known for his surprising and bold use of color, his fascination with the sur-

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real and mysterious, and for the narratives embedded in his works. For him, art is about discovery and that’s what comes through with each work. View his new series, “Life Line,” which incorporates all of these elements along with a story and a quiet spirituality which flows from painting to painting.

The Great Frame Up of Decatur offers fullservice custom picture framing including art, shadowboxes, mat and glass replacements, frame repair, and more.

9. HomeGrown Decatur 412 Church St. 404-377-1147 homegrowndecatur.com

Come one. Come all. Worship at the altar of Southern art at HomeGrown’s Hallelujah Art Show. The show features the best

of southern regional art from the irreverent to the sublime including art from R. Land, SprayWorld, Subject Matter Studio, Pioneer House, and Mountain Mule Hardwoods.

HomeGrown Decatur, home to 100 of the Southeast’s most exciting artists and craftspeople, is an artist market selling original art, pottery, glass, wood, handcrafted jewelry, clothing, soaps, and more.

10. Little Shop of Stories 133 East Court Sq. 404-373-6300 littleshopofstories.com

Caption This! An Exhibit of local kid’s art that is interactive and fun for the whole family.

Readers of all ages – kids and the grownups they become – can find little gems in this

award-winning independent bookstore.

Peruse an expertly curated collection of books from baby’s first classics to contemporary adult non-fiction and every category in between.

11. The Newell Gallery 432 E. Howard Ave. 678-907-2458

Decatur’s newest gallery opens its doors with a special exhibition.

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Sq/Ft is a boutique offering men and women’s clothing with homegoods and gifts for everyone.

13. Squash Blossom 113 East Court St. 404-373-1864 squashblossomboutique.com

Michele Alethea Embry has worked with pastels, oil, pen and ink, photography, and most recently, acrylic paints. Her latest work explores the complex freedom of abstract expressionism. Michele grew up in the suburbs of Long Island, NY, and has training in the arts through the University of Rochester and Nassau Community College.

Squash Blossom is an eclectic boutique full of beautiful things for beautiful women.

Stop in for earthy, whimsical clothing, shoes, accessories, and more!

14. Sycamore Place Gallery 120 Sycamore Pl. 404-377-7747

Ceramics, paintings, and mixed media by artist Elise Roche portray the fears and anxieties that invade, provoke, and inspire us. A recent graduate of the Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia, Elise will begin work on a master’s degree in art therapy at Florida State University in the fall. View her Human Nature show, a theme she has worked on throughout her undergraduate career, from 6-9 pm.

Sycamore Gallery offers art studio and art classes for children and adults year round.

The gallery hosts local, national, and international shows throughout the year.

15. Trinity Mercantile & Design 116 E. Trinity Pl. 404-378-0197 trinity-decatur.com

Trinity Mercantile & Design showcases the work of three painters – Avrill Jones,

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Liefje Smith, and Parker Owen.

Decatur resident Averill Jones is a painter who enjoys many mediums including oils, watercolor, and pastels. She is influenced by the natural world. Her father, Bill Johnson, was well known in the Atlanta art community and was an early mentor.

Liefje Smith is an abstract painter who comes from a family of artists, sculptors, and architects. Her 25-years of experience in design and interior architecture prominently influenced her artwork as did several years spent in Japan. She paints improvisationally, creating as she goes. Through shapes, textures, lines, and personal calligraphy, she creates vibrant paintings that evoke the spontaneity, freedom, and joy.

Parker Owen is an Atlanta native and self-taught artist who has been painting for more than 30 years. His paintings are usually acrylic and of figurative subject matter.

He has also done illustrative work for zines such as Glitter Snipe out of New York. A former teacher and currently a librarian, he exercises his artistic side primarily on weekends and holidays.

Trinity Mercantile & Design offers upholstery, home furnishings, lighting, custom window treatments, rugs, beds, linens, and one-of-a-kind accessories from local artists.

Full design services available.

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16. Wild Oats & Billy Goats 112 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. 404-378-4088 wildoatsandbillygoats.com

Meet-and-greet with a local artist who will demonstrate and discuss the work on display.

Wild Oats & Billy Goats is a whimsical gallery offering locally handcrafted paintings, sculpture, jewelry, candles, soaps, and other handmade gifts.

17. Worthmore Jewelers 117 E. Court Square 404-370-3979 worthmorejewelers.com

Body painting by sQuishiepuss, The Art of Abandonment book signing by Walter Arnold, live music, food, drinks, great art, and lots of fun from 7-10 pm. Meet Ray Geier, the creator of sQuishiepuss who has been “occupying Atlanta” for the past five years and talk with Walter Arnold to hear firsthand his inspiration for The Art Of Abandonment series. Walter will also sign limited edition prints and books.

Worthmore is celebrating eight years in Decatur. Worthmore’s ArtWalk nights are legendary and should not be missed. Worthmore offers jewelry, watches, art, and more.

The shop has been voted one of the top three design stores in the U.S., and has won Best of Atlanta and Best to Do Business With awards.

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Saturday, May 28 | Sunday, May 29 | Community Bandstand Free performances all weekend

Saturday, May 28 ConunDrums | 11:20 am The Atlanta women’s percussion group ConunDrums brings West African rhythms guaranteed to get your feet moving. Come early and bring the kids to participate with this high energy act. conundrums.org

American Hologram | Noon This powerhouse trio from Savannah is a prolific songwriting team who belts out some eclectic Southern Americana music using interweaving acoustic guitars and three-piece harmonies. americanhologramband.com

Mieka Pauley | 1 pm A touring singer/songwriter with songs

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and lyrics unlike anything you’ve heard, Mieka will grab you from the first note.

NPR host Larry Groce describes her as “bold, sexy, and wicked with just the right touch of irony.” You won’t want to miss this Boston powerhouse. mieka.com

Gibson Wilbanks | 2 pm Carly Gibson and BJ Wilbanks combine their songwriting and musical skills to

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create a unique and popular Southern bluesy sound. In their early days, they won open mic competitions at Eddie’s Attic and at Eddie Owen’s Red Clay Theatre.

Think Gregg Allman meets Bonnie Raitt meets Michael Hedges with a dash of Al Green–in short, an entertaining and joyful experience not to be missed. gibsonwilbanks.com

Heather Gillis Band | 3 pm Hailing from Florida, Heather is the total package as a guitar player, lap steel player, songwriter, singer, and arranger. Gary Anton of Bradford Blues Club advises, “Don’t pass up the opportunity to experience Heather and her band’s roller coaster ride of high energy originals, soul, and R&B.” Expect a great performance when this young guitar slinger comes to town. heathergillisband.com

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Markey Blue | 4 pm This original soul and R&B band features the powerhouse vocals of Markey and the sizzling guitar work of Ric Latina.

The two breathe new life into classic soul.

Their energy and spontaneity has electrified audiences all over the world and is a must-see experience. markeyblue.com

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Sehwe Village Percussion Noon A high energy African drum band to start things off with a bang. Bring the kids and join the party! facebook.com/SehweVillage

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A.J. Ghent Band

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Chelsea Shag | 2 pm Chelsea is a talented Canadian-born singer, songwriter, and guitarist who brings a mix of pop, jazz, blues, R&B, soul, funk, and hip hop, all wrapped up in an energizing stage presence.

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The Hannah Thomas Band 3 pm Hannah has some country roots but is a die-hard rocker with some punk thrown into the mix; each song has its own groove. Indigo Girl Amy Ray describes Hannah’s music as “outlaw.” ‘Nuff said. hannahthomasband.com

After a stint with Col. Bruce Hampton, A.J. took his voice, songwriting, and lap steel guitar and formed his own group.

They’ve since shared the stage with the likes of the Allman Brothers, Gov’t Mule, and Robert Cray. A.J. and his high energy band blend the spirit of funk, gospel, and blues into a dynamic sound that is pure modern rock and roll. Don’t miss this show. ajghentband.com

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acoustic palette Saturday, May 28, ll am-6 pm | Sunday, May 29, 12:30-6 pm Acoustic Palette Tent | Music and Art – unplugged expression! his rowdy string trio, he was scribbling lyrics on scrap paper – restaurant order pads, receipts, check stubs – and picking a well-loved six-string confidant. brianrevelsmusic.com

Allen Cook | 5-6 pm Atlanta-based vocalist, multi instrumentalist, songwriter, and photographer Allen Cook enjoys personalizing cover tunes. He has performed with Three Degrees, Ben E. King, Oleta Adams, and Felix Cavaliere (of the Young Rascals). allencookmusician.com City Mouse Amy Andrews

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Saturday, May 28 Frank Hamilton School Band 11 am-Noon Atlanta-based Frank Hamilton School offers classes in guitar, fiddle, banjo, vocals, mandolin, and ukulele. Modeled after the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago, the school emphasizes group learning in a fun, welcoming environment. Students just beginning or beyond find new friends and develop their musical skills in nurturing classes and in the group jam they call the “Second Half.” frankhamiltonschool.org

Sunday, May 29 City Mouse | 12:30-1:30 pm

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Amy Andrews | Noon-1 pm Crazy talented, charming, and awardwinning vocalist most often compared to Sinatra, Ella, and Norah Jones, although she was recently proclaimed a “female Elvis” by an enthusiastic fan. amyandrewsmusic.com

Brian Revels | 2:30-3:30 pm Brian Revels is most recognized as the brazen voice behind Atlanta’s City Mouse, a bourbon-barreled version of an Avett Brother’s rip-off (in the best possible way). You might tend to picture him holding a banjo. But, long before the birth of

Atlanta’s City Mouse, started in 2012, combines the best of Americana and early rock ’n roll. A canvas of acoustic instrumentation with Michael Hudgins on guitar, Brian Revels on banjo and Jenna Mobley on the upright bass is topped with soaring lyricism with three-part vocal harmony. citymousemusic.com

Kelly Hill Hall | 2-3 pm An Atlanta native, Kelly Hill Hall has been playing music for more than 20 years in and around the Atlanta area as well as some neighboring states. His style is Americana mixed with a bit of reggae flare, covers and original music. Accompanying Kelly will be the phenomenal percussionist, Romley Leon Hardy; and continued on page 20

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on the bass, Scott “the Birdman” Tart. This trio loves to jam and that is exactly what they will do.

Chris Weinholtz | 3-4 pm Country soul singer-songwriter, now living in Nashville, Chris’s songs feature honest lyrics and heartfelt melodies stemmed from hard-learned lessons. chrisweinholtz.com

Baatin | 5-6 pm Baatin’s unplugged performance explores his raw guitar technique and Southern Baptist preacher style vocals. Rooted in the blues and classic R&B, it’s a must-see.

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For the Fallen Sunday, May 29, 5 pm | Decatur First United Methodist Church 300 E. Ponce de Leon Ave.

Friends of the Decatur Library Book Sale Saturday, May 28, 9 am-3 pm | Decatur Library, 215 Sycamore St. The Friends of the Decatur Library will host its annual Memorial Day holiday book sale on the lawn in front of the Decatur Library.

Proceeds provide funds for library materials and children’s and adults programs. If it rains, don’t worry; the sale will be in the front lobby of the library.

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artists market

Saturday, May 28, 10 am-6 pm | Sunday, May 29, 11 am-5 pm • Downtown Decatur he Artists Market features more than 150 artists selected through a competitive jury process.

The annual market is known for its high quality of artwork and attracts artists from all over the Southeast and beyond.

Welcome back your favorite artists and visit the many new artists who have joined us this year. The works of several accomplished area artist guilds are featured as well. Don’t miss the collections from Georgia Goldsmith’s Guild, Callanwolde Fine Arts Center, and Atlanta Glass Guild.

Booth numbers are listed next to each artist and guild.

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Felix Berroa/painting: oil/acrylic

Patsy Gullett.............................................. 41

Joan Schulte.............................................. 60

John Ha........................................... 123, 124

A.L. Swartz.............................................. 138

Jenny Henley............................................. 26

Kathleen Taylor......................................... 30

Marirosa Hofmann.................................. 18 Tim Hooper............................................ 117 Leif Johansen............................................ 51 Mark Johnson......................................... 100 Margaret Luttrell........................................ 9

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Chris Mason............................................ 114

Kathrine Allen-Coleman........................ 105

Kim McClelland..................................... 136

Sarah Bean................................................ 64

Jurate Phillips............................................ 83

Melanie Blackerby.................................. 141

Frosty Rankin............................................ 86

Fred Fisher................................................ 12

Lynn Reeder.............................................. 95

Benjamin Frey......................................... 108

Deeann Rieves......................................... 122

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3D Mixed Media Wycliffe Bennett....................................... 66 Rebecca Burt............................................. 22 Chris Cumbie............................................ 88 Tiffany Ownbey........................................ 36 Lonnie Rich............................................... 84 Frank Saggus........................................... 115 Bob and Patti Stern................................. 140 Henry Warner........................................... 21

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Donna Gilbert/ ceramics

Britt McDermott/painting: oil/acrylic

Tiffany Ownbey/3D mixed media

Maxwell Williams................................... 130

Ceramics

Kate Tremel............................................... 67

Jim Bridgeman.......................................... 63

Glenn Woods............................................ 14

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Penny Dobson......................................... 109

Amanda Bennett....................................... 87

Libby Mitchell........................................... 15

Sarah Collier........................................... 128

Inga Patterson......................................... 101

Larry & Sherry Paulsen.......................... 145

Lorri Raymond......................................... 31

Scott Causey........................................ 53, 54 Doug Dacey............................................... 20 Karen Fincannon........................................ 8 Gregor YJohnson............................ 133, 134

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Sharon Rothschild.................................... 93

Jinsong Kim............................................ 144

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Ethan Lillemoe.......................................... 27

Will Armstrong......................................... 81

Brenna McBroom..................................... 82

Richard Britnell........................................ 13

Katherine Owen...................................... 113

Teresa Pennington.................................. 149

Janet Searfoss............................................ 42 Megan Smith............................................. 55 continued on page 24

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FeSTIVaL EveNTs artists marketcontinued Michael Smith......................................... 135 Denise Smith........................................... 148

Peggy Petrey.............................................. 75

Jill Sharp.................................................... 59

Charles Pinckney...................................... 17

Marc and Wendy Zoschke......................... 4

Victoria Varga......................................... 152

Leather

Holly Williams.......................................... 85

Jewelry: Precious

Andres Arango.......................................... 65

Obayana Ajanaku..................................... 37

Branson Bennett....................................... 90

Glass

Penny Atkinson-Potter............................. 43

Brian Joyner.............................................. 79

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Marc Aune............................................... 146

Brook Metheny......................................... 35

Kirk Miller................................................. 16

Wendy Edwards........................................ 45

James Perry............................................... 57

Lisa Mote................................................... 44

Dolores Fawkes....................................... 131

Nathan Nardi............................................ 24

Ann Finley................................................. 50

Andrew Pollack......................................... 97

Georgia Goldsmiths Guild.................. Plaza

Susan Staley............................................. 125

Leigh Griffin.............................................. 56

Jewelry: Non-precious

Lynn Hardesty......................................... 137

Diana Christiansen................................. 104 Kim Grant................................................. 89 Sandy James............................................ 120 Andrea & Rolf Ludden............................. 70 Julie Merrill............................................. 126 Dawn Middleton.................................... 116

Kristin Holeman..................................... 112 Sharon Johnston....................................... 19 Christina Kober Designs........................ 154

Metal Jake Asuit................................................... 78 Vince Pompei.......................................... 111 Zavison Rolfes..................................... 28, 29 William Staubach............................... 46, 47 Andy Stivers.................................... 142, 143 Wycliffe Bennett/3D mixed media

Sandra Matasick....................................... 32 Jim Norton................................................ 96 Marilu Patterson....................................... 80 Artist/media

Deeann Rieves/2D mixed media

Kristin Holeman/jewelry: precious

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David Vigo................................................ 72

Chris Hartsfield........................................ 58 Dawn Kinney Martin............................... 48

Painting: Oil/Acrylic SPOON ..................................................... 52 Su Abbott.................................................... 1 Thomas Andrew............................. 155, 156 Kenneth Aunchman................................. 69 Felix Berroa................................................. 7 Cindy Capehart........................................ 71 Sergey Cherep........................................... 68

Wade Lincoln............................................ 34 Britt McDermott.................................... 102

Kim Eubank/printmaking

Micah Mullen............................................ 38 Liz Nichtberger....................................... 129 Lindsey Tull............................................... 62 Justin Vowell.............................................. 91 Richard Webb......................................... 139

Patrick DeAngelis................................... 153 Kana Handel........................................... 121

continued on page 26 Gerry Grimes/painting: watercolor

Artist/media

Ray Giddens/sculpture

Nathan Nardi/glass

Brian Joyner/leather

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Photography Walter Arnold........................................... 25 Michael Bryant....................................... 147 Will Connor............................................ 103 Jim Copeland............................................ 39 Lorrie Dallek............................................. 40 Lorri Honeycutt........................................ 23 Mikel Robinson........................................ 61 Mark Thomas........................................... 49 Greg Turco.............................................. 157 Dan Westfall............................................ 119

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Printmaking Nicola Barsaleau..................................... 151 Kim Eubank.............................................. 33 Kreg Yingst.................................................. 6

Sculpture Renee Dinauer........................................ 150 Elliott Hubbard........................................... 5

Andy Costine/wood

John Wayne Jackson............................... 2, 3 Ancizar Marin........................................... 77 Barbara Odil........................................... 106

Wood Ed Bladen.................................................. 98 Andy Costine.......................................... 118 John Deveer........................................ 10, 11 Megan Smith/fiber

Mark Ellis.................................................. 76 Jon Hecker............................................... 107 Joel Lockridge........................................... 73 Janet O’Rourke......................................... 94 John Williams......................................... 110 Teresa Pennington/drawing

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kids arts festival Saturday, May 28, 9:30 am-2 pm | Decatur Recreation Center, 231 Sycamore St. Join us on Saturday for a parade, art, music, clowns, inflatables, and more!

The Kids Arts Festival kicks off with a parade. Lineup begins at 9:30 am at the corner of Commerce Drive and Church Street. Marching begins at 9:50 am. Dress up your kids and decorate your strollers, bikes, and trikes. Join the parade and show your artistic spirit. The coolest decorated ride wins a prize!

After the parade, enjoy arts and crafts, music, balloons, juggling, clowns, inflatables, and new this year, a gaming truck for kids of all ages. There will hot dogs for sale as well. Most activities are free or for a small donation, thanks to our partners: Decatur Animal Crackers, Decatur Makers, Color Wheel Studio, the Waldorf School of Atlanta, Holy Trinity Preschool, and our volunteers.

Committee: Heather Flury, Vandy VailDickson, Lee Williams, Portia Langley, Lori Heemann, Jim Dickson, Adam Harris, Greg White, Cheryl Burnette, Winn Flury, Wyatt Flury

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Saturday, May 28, 10 am-6 pm | Sunday, May 29, 1-5 pm Presented by Beacon Dance & CORE and the Decatur Recreation Center

he New Dance: Breaking Ground continues to expand this year, as we return to the dance studio at Decatur Recreation Center and add two presentations on the Decatur square.

Dance for film screenings will take place on Friday evening from 5-10 pm in the studio and Saturday evening from 9-11 pm on the Decatur square. Programming includes learning opportunities as well as entertaining and thought-provoking performances.

EnCORE Dance for Film Festival Friday, 5-10 pm | CORE Studios, 139 Sycamore St. A social gathering for the arts and celebration of dance made for the silver screen copresented by CORE! EnCORE brings together a collection of 47 original dance works for screen, performed, choreographed, and directed by local artists as well as their regional, national, and international peers. Doors open at 4:45 pm. The first screening begins at 5 pm and screenings will be ongoing throughout the Decatur ArtWalk until 10 pm. There will be a dedicated block of films from Atlanta and Houston filmmakers starting at 7 pm. Be a part of the audience, grab a chair and enjoy watching what our local filmmakers and international counterparts are up to! See ArtWalk, page 10, for the list of films.

Dance for Film on the Square Saturday, 9-11 pm, Breen’s Alley (between CORE Offices and CORE Studios), Decatur Square The Dance for Film performance will consist of eight dance films in a program that repeats once. Most works are 5 to 6 minutes, and feature local and international artists.

Performances Saturday, 4-6 pm Sunday, 3-5 pm Decatur Recreation Center Dance Studio, 231 Sycamore St. Both performances feature the same program, which includes the following works, but not in this order: Dancer, choreography by Alex Spitzer (6 minutes) Pure, choreography by Anicka Austin (10 minutes) Chairish, choreography by Nadya Zeitlin (6 minutes) Storm / Ode to Mickey N., choreography

by Louise Runyon (11 minutes) Blue Lullaby, choreography by Heidi Baila (4 minutes) Threshold, choreography by Sarah Stokes (8 minutes) The Art of Being Human, choreography by the SoulPrint Players (10 minutes) As Told To…, choreography by Jacqueline Woo (10 minutes) Bandaid on the Loose, choreography by Sarah Freeman (10 minutes) Works on Paper, choreography by D. Patton White (11 minutes) Mother Earth, choreography by The Dancing Flowers for Peace (5 minutes) Radio Daze, choreography by ‘Tiny Dancer’ (Myriam Farrero) (7.5 minutes)

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with unique movements, so every student will be completing an individualized performance.

Decatur Recreation Center Dance Studio, 231 Sycamore St.

InterPlay: Movement, Storytelling, Voice, and Community Connection!

Sunday, May 29, 1-1:45 pm

Awareness Through Movement Saturday, May 28, 10-11 am A one-hour class in the Feldenkrais Method, with Louise Runyon. Ingenious, gentle movement sequences designed to bring mobility, ease, and efficiency to all forms of physical activity, through heightened awareness of how the body and mind can function together as an integrated whole.

“The Feldenkrais Method is the most sophisticated and effective method I have seen for the prevention and reversal of deterioration of function,” says anthropologist Margaret Mead, Ph.D. Note: Participants will need to bring mats.

Belly Dance Basics: The Moves Everyone Should Know with Heidi Baila Saturday, May 28, 11:30 am-12:30 pm These fun and timeless moves require no previous dance training or targeted muscular control. They are the basics that bring a smile to dancers faces and make them feel a bit nostalgic. Following a relaxing warm up each move will be broken down, with variations and modifications provided for all levels. We’ll put them all together to create a fun combo and end with a cool down.

InterPlay is an art form that anyone can do! The simple forms of InterPlay invite participants of all ages and abilities to free the stories, movement, and voice within. InterPlay is taught in an incremental and affirming environment where the unique creative expression of each individual is honored and celebrated. InterPlay invites creativity and connection (with oneself and others) in a joyful and accessible atmosphere. Come play! interplay.org

Creative Movement with Nadya Zeitlin Sunday, May 29, 2-2:45 pm Creative Movement is a mix of dance improvisation and dance theater. The main topic of the class: How to make a dance phrase using common gestures? A warm-up period is designed to tune participants to the creative process and “break the ice.” We will work with types of dance moves and common gestures through a creative group process.

Life in Full Bloom, with The Dancing Flowers for Peace Saturday, May 28, 1-2 pm The Dancing Flowers for Peace invite you to “dig” into your creativity and discover your “full bloom” through improvisational play. We will create possibilities for our bodies to express and extend into fullness.

What is our impact? What parts of our bodies will open?

Modern Lyrical Dance Class with Alex Spitzer Saturday, May 28, 2:30-3:30 pm This dance class is based on adaptation and evolution. Students will be encouraged to mimic the instructor’s movement, and to then develop additional movements as well, and to continue to build on them.

By the end of the class, students will all be completing the same floor patterns, but

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theater and literary arts Saturday, May 28 | Sunday, May 29 | Theater and Literary Arts Tent Let us entertain you!

Saturday, May 28

Working Title Playwrights 3:30-4:30 pm Sneak Peak! Working Title Playwrights presents scenes from their prestigious and acclaimed Ethel Woolsen development lab hosted by the Alliance Theatre.

Sunday, May 29 Ken Scott | Noon-1 pm

Kim Armstrong | Noon-1 pm

Ken Scott has more than 25 years of experience, performing more than 350 shows a year. He is a three-time winner of the Greater Atlanta Magician of

“Kim Armstrong’s A Popular Dance” is an energetic, hand-clapping, hip-shaking, head-bobbing, toe-tapping, eye-rolling, breath-taking, finger-popping, audienceinteractive, American popular dancing participatory showcase.

the year award. Ken was also featured on CNN Headline News, where he headlined the segment on “A Day of Magic.” Ken has also recently appeared on ABC’s America’s Funniest Videos. Ken performs yearly in Hollywood at the world famous Magic Castle, which is home to the Academy of Magical Arts. Ken has performed five times at the White House. Ken perKen forms in elementary schools Scott across the country promoting reading, math, and sci-

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ence with his assembly programs. During the summer months Ken travels the state of Georgia performing in more than 100 libraries where he promotes reading in the summer to young students. kenscottmagic.com

ence members become representatives of four teams Apples, Grapes, Oranges, and Bananas.

Teams of two or more compete against each other in three or more elimination rounds to determine the best team.

Challenges include fruit trivia, scrambled fruit spellFruit Fairies ing challenge, fruity math, fruit toss, and much more.

The Fruit Fairies 2-3 pm The Fruit Fairies are characters created by Miracle Plays specifically to perform for children ages 1-5 but are loved by all ages! Fruit Frenzy is an interactive game show in which selected audi-

Adam Boehmer | 4-5 pm

ing ESPN, FOX Sports, ABC TV, and the Discovery Channel. He has performed at more than 65 NBA halftime exhibitions and USA Today named the Boehmers one of the most creative families in America.

Theater and Literary Arts Committee Jerry G. White, Program Coordinator, Acoustic Palette, Speak…Easy!

Lew Lefton, Decatur LOL Mia Manekofsky and Jerry G. White, Theater and Literary Arts

Adam Boehmer of the famous Boehmer Family Jugglers has traveled throughout the country and abroad appearing on national and international television includ-

Art for the Body and Soul

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Join us in Decatur to kickoff the Decatur Arts Festival and help us celebrate our 8th birthday in Decatur. Watch body painting by sQuishiepuss; “The Art of Abandonment” book signing by Walter Arnold; live music, food, drinks, great art and lots of fun!

Meet Ray Geier, the creator of sQuishsiepuss who has been “occupying Atlanta” for the past five years.

Take a moment to talk with Walter Arnold and hear, firsthand, his inspiration for The Art Of Abandonment series. Walter will also be autographing limited edition prints and books.

See you here, Friday, May 27 from 7-10 p.m!

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R. Gregory Christie Presented by Little Shop of Stories R. Gregory Christie is a three-time recipient of a Coretta Scott King Award Honor for illustration (Brothers in Hope: The Story of the Lost Boys of Sudan; Only Passing Through: The Story of Sojourner Truth; The Palm of My Heart: Poetry by African American Children), a two-time winner of the New York Times 10 Best Illustrated Children Books of the Year (in 2000 for Only Passing Through and in 2002 for Stars in the Darkness), an honor winner of the Theodor Seuss Geisel Award for illustration

Saturday, May 28 | 3:15-3:45 pm Theater and Literary Arts Tent (Jazz Baby), and a recipient of the NAACP Image Award. He operates GAS-ART GIFTS, a children’s bookstore specializing in autographed works in Decatur, Georgia.

Little Shop of Stories is an award winning, nationally recognized independent bookstore for children, teens, and the grownups they become. Located on the square in Decatur, Little Shop of Stories specializes in finding just the right book for readers of all ages as well as providing literacy rich programming including summer camps, book groups, and school author visits and book fairs.

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Mon-Thurs: 5-10 pm; Fri- Sat: 11 am-11 pm Sun: 10 am-3 pm and 5-10 pm Serving Brunch Saturdays and Sundays until 3 pm

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Wahoo! Wine & Provisions

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decatur LOL Saturday, May 28, 1-5:15 pm | Sunday, May 29, 1-5:15 pm Comedy Tent by the Old Courthouse on the Square #decaturhasthegiggles Host: Lew Lefton Lew Lefton is a local comedian who has performed standup and improv comedy for more than 25 years. He still holds down a day job as a mathematics faculty member at Georgia Tech, but that just means he’s funny and he can prove it. Lefton directs the local teen improv troupe D.U.C.K. and has performed around the country at dozens of clubs, colleges, concerts, and conferences.

he was placed in a bundle and basket and sent downriver to be safe. He was adopted by a panther, bear, and elephant who taught him how to be one with the jungle.

Fifteen years later, a human construction company went to the jungle where they found a feral naked Asian boy walking like a panther. They stole him from his adopted parents and sent him to the US where he decided to tell his stories on stage.

Travis Jones | 2:30-2:45 pm

“15 Minutes of Laughter!”

Travis Jones regularly performs stand-up at the Laughing Skull Lounge and the Improv in Atlanta, and has had the pleasure of working with Greg Proops, Dana Gould and other greats. He is in the sketch group Church Socks and recently performed in NYC Sketch Fest.

Travis has also been a part of the Red Clay Comedy Festival, the Black Box Comedy Festival, and the SponCom Festival. He has been described as the Pixies of comedy, and his Mom thinks he is very funny.

Join us for a new take on an old classic “15 Minutes of Fame!”

Mo Arora | 3-3:15 pm

Saturday, May 28 The Improv Initiative 1-1:45 pm Decatur High School’s Improv Initiative aims to provide an opportunity to develop students’ interests in comedy and improv.

All performances are completely improvised based on audience suggestions.

Zimu Yang 2-2:15 pm Zimu was born to a pair of monks, the fruit of an illegal love affair forbidden by the Khmer regime.

At risk of execution

Mo’s conversational style of comedy manages to be both observational and personal, and comes from a unique perspective –­ that is, unless you know a lot of brown-skinned

Canadians living in the South. Mo Arora began performing standup comedy in Montreal and is now based in Atlanta. He is a regular at the Laughing Skull Lounge, was the house emcee at the Atlanta Improv, and now co-hosts the Schlitz and Giggles standup comedy showcase. He has performed at the Cape Fear, Orlando Indie, Scruffy City (Knoxville), and Memphis comedy festivals, and regularly tours the US and Canada on his own and with the #WorkingRemotelyTour.

Olivia Cathcart | 3:30-3:45 pm Olivia’s comedy has often been described as smart and clever, and she once was told, “I thought you’d be terrible, but that was funny” by one guy who doesn’t know how to give a compliment. He’s dead now (cholesterol).

She has opened for the Professor Blastoff podcast with Tig Notaro, Kyle Dunnigan, and David Huntsberger. She has performed at the Crom Comedy Festival in Omaha, NE, Hell Yes Fest, Red Clay, Derby City, and the Memphis Comedy Festival. She also bats a respectable .345 in wiffleball.

Damon Sumner | 4-4:15 PM Since starting standup in Atlanta in 2010, Damon has shared the stage with numerous headliners, nationally and internationally, like Todd Glass, Iliza Shlesinger, Duncan Trussell, Jarrod Harris, Butch Bradley, Dez Bishop, and Wali Collins. Damon has performed overseas and even helped open the first

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FeSTIVaL EveNTs Decatur LOL continued mainland comedy club in China, Kungfu Comedy Club. Fresh off the recent birth of his second child, Damon is seeking to take his comedy career to the next level, so his family doesn’t starve to death.

Plug Chapman | 4:30-4:45 pm A native of East Point, Georgia, Kareem Chapman, aka Plug Chapman is a natural born comedian, writer, and actor, with a knack for revealing the funny like a flashlight in the dark. In addition to opening up for headliners like Jon Lovitz, Jodi Miller, and Chris Delia, he

is a hit with audiences from east to west coasts, performing in venues such as the Comedy Store, the Laugh Factory, and John Lovitz Comedy Club just to name a few. Plug is also a touring comic and was selected to appear on Funny is Funny produced by Kevin Hart and scheduled to air this summer.

anniversary of his show By Request Only, appearing on a couple of podcasts, and attempting to break a world record.

Kyle Gillis | 5-5:15 PM

Voted #1 Comedy Club by Atlanta Magazine, Village Theatre has improv comedy shows four nights a week, and offers improv classes, private events and summer camps geared towards kids/young adults. Visit villagecomedy.com for information.

Kyle Gillis, Atlanta comedian and musician, has been featured in Creative Loafing Magazine and AtlToDo. He has performed with Esther Ku and Adult Swim’s David Liebe Hart. This year he’s celebrating the first

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Sunday, May 29 Village Theatre | 1-1:45 pm and 4:30-5:15 pm

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Lexi Ritter | 2:30-2:45 pm Lexi Ritter is an undergraduate student at the University of Georgia studying biology and international affairs (but no, she doesn’t know what she’s going to do with that). Lexi is an amateur comedian; however she has performed improv comedy with various groups including the Decatur yoUth Comedy Krewe (D.U.C.K.) and the Improv Initiative at Decatur High School. Lexi has also performed stand-up at a few local bars in Athens, Georgia.

Open Mic | 3-3:30 pm “Make ‘em Laugh!”

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Hop on your bike, ride it to the festival, and park it in the bike valet area at North McDonough Street at the square. It’s free! A valet attendant remains on duty throughout the event to park and monitor bikes. When you arrive, look for signs to direct you to the bike valet area. Then enjoy the festival knowing that your bike will remain secure.

The bike valet service is sponsored by Bicycle South and the City of Decatur. The Decatur Arts Festival works with the Atlanta Bicycle Coalition to provide the service. We hope to reduce the event’s impact on traffic congestion and carbon emissions by supporting bicycle transportation.

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Saturday, May 28, Noon-5 pm | Sunday, May 29, Noon-3 pm Silent Auction Tent on the Old Courthouse Lawn

id high, bid often at the two-day Silent Auction! Rarely does spending money freely, without guilt go hand-in-hand with a social conscience, but the Decatur Arts Festival Silent Auction provides the opportunity to do exactly that! You get to bid wildly, spend, and win while helping the arts to thrive. And you get to take home a fabulous piece of art, donated by a participating festival artist. So be sure to stop by the Old Courthouse lawn and check out this year’s incredible art items.

All bidders must sign up for a bid number to bid. It’s easy! Just stop by the Silent Auction tent and we’ll sign you up. Bidders without numbers will have their bids canceled.

Winning bidders may pick up their items between 4 and 6 pm on Sunday, or at the Decatur Arts Alliance/Visitors Center at 113 Clairemont Ave. during the week of May 31-June 3. Any item not picked up by June 3 will go to the second highest bidder.

Every year the Silent Auction raises thousands of dollars that help the Decatur Arts Alliance bring free arts events to the city of Decatur, making art accessible and fun for all. Your winning bid during the Silent Auction helps to keep the arts alive in Decatur and makes you a superhero in our eyes.

Put your money where your heart is and bid high!

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Andrew Catanese, “Love in Idleness,” ink on paper, 45” x 36.5”

fine arts exhibition May 24-June 12 | Dalton Gallery, Dana Fine Arts Building at Agnes Scott College, 141 E. College Ave. A multimedia presentation of work by regional and national artists

Opening Reception Tuesday, May 24 | 5:15-7 pm e among the first to view an intriguing collection of paintings, prints, photographs, sculpture, and mixed media selected by this year’s distinguished jury.

Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments.

Held in conjunction with the May meeting of the Decatur Business Association.

The exhibition attracts submissions from regional and national artists and is reviewed by respected members of Atlanta’s arts community. This year’s jurors are Jerry Cullum, Tim Flowers, and Karen Comer Lowe.

‘Last Call’ Closing Reception Sunday, June 12 | 4-6 pm Join the Decatur Arts Alliance and selected artists for brief discussions of the artists’ works.

Fine Arts Committee: Brenda Leder, Lockey McDonald, Dot Moye, Leah Owenby, Judy Parady, Nancy Snell, Jeffrey Whittle Sponsors: Agnes Scott College, Decatur Business Association, Decatur Development Authority, Decatur Arts Alliance

Exhibition Hours

Open Daily May 24-June 12: 2-5 pm May 24 (Opening Reception): 5:15-7 pm May 27 (ArtWalk): 2-10 pm May 28-29, June 12: Noon-6 pm June 12 (Last Call): 4-6 pm

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Throughout may B J Adams, “Silver Line,” mixed media, 18” x 18”

Featured Artists B.J. Adams Jamaal Barber David Bartlett Tamara Cameron JoAnn Camp Nathan Carlson Philip Carpenter Andrew Catanese In Kyoung Chun Emily Clanton Becky Davis Erin Dixon Joe Dreher Scott Eakin Melissia Fernander Cynthia Frigon Betsy Hughes Devin Hunter Lauri Jones Virginie Kippelen and Shannon Davis Sassoon Kosian John Lawler

Susan Lenz Wendan Lin Wade Lincoln Christine Lu Allison Luce Elizabeth MesaGaido Charles Mintz Lynx Nguyen Christopher Payne LeeAnna Repass Stacie Rose Ann Rowles Caroline Rumley Beate Sass Lee Sipe Aila Wartell Annisa Wedderburn Rebecca Young

Allison Luce, “Matchless,” fired clay, underglaze, oxides, 19” x 16” x 7”

Becky Davis, “Landscape Memory: Nov. 4, 2015, Looking East,” archival pigment print on paper, 12” x 12”

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Beate Sass, “Boy Jumping,” pigment ink print, 24” x 18”

In Kyoung Chun, “We Are Here” LED lights, iron, 36” x 66” x 16”

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Stacie Rose, “Expansion Diffusion I ,”acrylic and mixed media on wood, 20” diameter

Charles Mintz, “Rutledge Hardware,” inkjet print from scanned film, 32” x 40”

Christine Lu, “Bar Scene,” watercolor and ink on wood, 24” x 24”

Emily Clanton, “Summer Time,” mushroombased pigment, acrylic on arches watercolor paperwrapped canvas, 16” x 20”

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Throughout may

dekalb history center exhibits Open Daily: Monday-Friday, 10 am-4pm Saturday, May 28, 10 am-5 pm | Sunday, May 29, Noon-4 pm Old Courthouse on the Square | Main Floor The DeKalb History Center has four exhibits on the main floor of the historic Old DeKalb County Courthouse.

Decorative Arts from the Permanent Collection This new exhibit features a sampling of pieces from the DeKalb History Center’s holdings, acquired over the nearly 70 years since the organization was established. The emphasis is on antique furniture, with some items previously owned by prominent DeKalb County citizens such as author Caroline McKinney Clarke, Judge Charles Whitefoord Smith, and Bishop Warren Akin Candler. Most objects date from the early 19th century to the early 20th century.

Tears and Curses: A Human Focus on the Civil War This exhibit presents an intimate opportunity to view a small portion of our Civil War collection and consider the impact of the war on a local scale. We present artifacts with personal meaning to help you feel the point of view of an individual.

The title is from a letter in our collection written by Private Dewitt C. Morgan to a woman who may have been a sweetheart.

Angry at the Union forces, he wrote, “They sow tears and curses – they shall reap infamy and overthrow.”

The Mid-Century Ranch House: Hip and Historic!

The ranch house has reached the age (50 years or older) which makes it eligible for the National Register. Citizens of DeKalb

County see many examples of the ranch house around them. They are so common it is almost easy to disregard the patterns of history these houses illustrate.

Visitors to this exhibit will learn why this house type was so popular and the reason DeKalb County was the epicenter of this mid-century construction boom. There are a number of variations found in the ranch house, but here you will learn their major characteristics. We have already heard reports from people who now “see them everywhere!” And if you think you already know everything about the ranch house because you grew up in one, we might have few surprises for you!

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Highlights from the Guy Hayes Collection: Food, Fun & Fashion in the Modern Era This exhibit represents a small selection of black and white photographs from the Hayes collection and provides a unique view of food trends, clothing styles and recreational diversions of the 1950s and 1960s. He was a regular contributor to The Atlanta Journal, The Atlanta Constitution and The DeKalb News/Sun. Hayes’ work included current events or staged shoots to illustrate stories as requested by these newspapers. This resulted in a lack of diversity of the Georgians represented during these decades. As Georgia was segregated in its public arenas, so too were its newspapers and their readers.

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James Davis, “This Is Something We Had to Go Through,” painted steel and cast iron Northeast corner, intersection of Sycamore and Church streets

Public Art Pops Up All Over Town The Decatur Artway, a rotating outdoor sculpture gallery, made its debut in 2015. Five sculptures have been installed so far and you can check them out anytime! The sculptures will be displayed on temporary loan for two years, creating a dynamic rotating collection of public art around town. To get a personal tour of the pieces, with narration provided by the artists, download the free Otocast app from iTunes or Google Play. Find out more at decaturartsalliance.org.

Above: Matthew Phillips, “Mortification,”mild steel Upper MARTA plaza, near Squash Blossom at 113 E. Court Square

The Decatur Arts Alliance is proud to present The Decatur Artway in partnership with the Decatur Tourism Bureau and the Decatur Downtown Development Authority.

Right: Scott Garrard, “Teapot 50,” steel Old Courthouse on the Square, near the community bandstand

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