Other Events and Community Service Projects in Decatur

Second Sunday Cemetery Strolls
Sunday, May 4 • 2:30 p.m. 
The stroll starts at the Gazebo. For more information contact Susan Cobleigh, 404-371-4444, or Charles Cope, 404-377-1030.

Celebrate World Laughter Day
Sunday, May 4 • 2-3 p.m.
Decatur’s World Laughter Day celebration is hosted by Jean Woodall, certified Laughter Yoga leader and teacher, with assistance from other laughter leaders and entertaining guests. The event is free and will be held at the bandstand on the square.
For information contact Jean Woodall, 404-378-1673, or visit www.laughteryoga.org.

Hope Springs Eternal Race
Saturday, May 10 • 9 a.m.
The 5th annual Hope Springs Eternal 5K race is held to support international HIV Vaccine Awareness Day (May 18). The race begins at the Community Bandstand in downtown Decatur. Registration is $25 before May 7 and $30 on site, and includes a T-shirt, food and prizes. Visit www.hopeclinic.emory.edu for more information or call 1-877-424-4673.

Leapin’ Lizards Grand Opening
Saturday, May 10 • noon
The family fun and party center at 185 Sams St. invites you to a special Grand Opening Party, featuring inflatable fun for children from 2 years to grade school age. The facility also provides WiFi, computer access, and a comfortable parents lounge. A separate toddler area has developmentally appropriate toys for little ones. For information, call 404-371-9700 or visit www.leapinlizards-play.com.

Decatur School of Ballet Performances
Saturday, May 10 • 3 and 7 p.m.
Sunday, May 11 • 1:30 and 4:30 p.m.
Performances are at the Ferst Center for the Arts at Georgia Tech. Dancers ages six to adult will perform classical ballet, modern dance, tap, jazz, and swing dance. For more information, call 404-378-3388.

15th Annual Decatur Bulldog Golf Tournament
Monday, May 12
The tournament will be held at Mystery Valley Golf Course. The range opens at 10 a.m. Shotgun start is at noon. Registration is $150 per person. Hole sponsorships are $200. There will be sack lunches, hole-in-one prizes including new cars, a barbecue after the round, plenty of beverages and refreshments.
This tournament is the largest fundraiser for the Booster Club all year. Call Mark Whatley, 404-327-5240, or markewhatl@aol.com for information.

Feast Chef to Teach Barbecue Class at Cook’s Warehouse
Wednesday, May 14
Join Melissa Fedorko, executive chef of Feast Restaurant, at the Cook’s Warehouse for her “Memorial Day Barbecue” cooking class. Cook’s Warehouse is at 180 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Feast is at 314 E. Howard Ave. Call 404-377-4005 for information.

One-Day DHS Student Art Show at Boswell Gallery
Saturday, May 17 • noon-9 p.m.
Reception 7-9 p.m.
The show will feature oils, watercolors, pastels, acrylics and etchings from more than a dozen Decatur High School students. Boswell Gallery is at 153 Ponce de Leon Place. For more information call Boswell Gallery, 404-377-4778, or DHS art teacher Wendy Keith-Ott, 404-483-5431.

Celebrate Hidden Cove Park Expansion
Saturday, May 17 • 3-7 p.m.
Come and celebrate the expansion of Hidden Cove Park! The celebration will take place behind Westchester Elementary School on Scott Boulevard. There will be music and a potluck, so bring something to share.The City of Decatur has acquired a number of properties that will almost double the size of the park. The Friends of Hidden Cove will celebrate by helping the community give input to the city about how the expansion should be developed. Please attend and help us plan for the future.

Martinis in the Garden
Saturday, May 17 • 5-8 p.m.
The Oakhurst Community Garden Project invites the community to an evening of chic yet down-to-earth fun. Martinis in the Garden will feature a selection of martinis, live music, a live auction, and fabulous food – all amidst nature at her springtime finest! The Oakhurst Garden is at 435 Oakview Rd. For information visit www.oakhurstgarden.org.

S’Mores Fest 2008
Sunday, May 18 • 2-4 p.m.
Girl Scout Troops are forming now for fall 2008. The event at Oakhurst Community Garden features an afternoon of fun activities for Decatur girls who are rising kindergartners or older and are accompanied by an adult. They will participate in typical scouting activities: crafts, games, singing and making S’mores.
Oakhurst Community Garden is at 435 Oakview Rd. For more information about the event, volunteer opportunities or Girl Scout registration, contact Kathy Marker, 404-373-2484; kathy@themediakitchen.com.

Decatur Civic Chorus 60th Anniversary Concert
Sunday, May 18 • 3 p.m.
The Decatur Civic Chorus invites the community to its 60th annual spring concert at the First Baptist Church of Decatur, 308 Clairemont Ave. The concert is free and open to the public. For more information call 770-388-9536 or visit www.decaturcivicchorus.org.

Oakhurst Cooperative Preschool Holds Arts Auction Jubilee
Sunday, May 18 • 3-6 p.m.
The casual, family-friendly event is at the Solarium in Oakhurst and features children’s activities and live blue-grass music by Roxie Watson. Silent auction items include original art from local artists, unique hand-crafted apparel and gifts, memberships, vacation home rentals, gift certificates and retail items. Proceeds will benefit special projects for the preschool. Admission is free. Pre-register to bid during the event at www.oakhurstcoop.com. For information call 404-474-7255.

Alexia Gallery Hosts Sale for Student Artists
Friday, May 23-Monday, June 7
Alexia Gallery will host “Precious Photographic Moments” by high school juniors and seniors from Chamblee Charter High Magnet School. The student photographers will be on hand for the opening, and refreshments will be served. Alexia Gallery is at 335 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. Call 404-373-1969 or visit www.alexiagallery.com.

Universal Joint Hosts Annual Lobster Boil
Saturday, May 31
Reservations are highly recommended but not required. The cost is $30 per lobster and includes lobster, corn on the cob with tarragon butter, rosemary potatoes, and steamers. Universal Joint is at 906 Oakview Rd. in Oakhurst. Call 404-373-6260 for information, or visit www.ujointbar.com.

Shelter & Sanctuary at the Temple Gallery
Through June 5
DeKalb Council for the Arts presents Shelter & Sanctuary: New and Recent Work of Flora Rosefsky at the Temple Gallery, 108 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. The gallery is on the second floor of the Masonic Temple building, and is open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call 404-371-8826 for information.

For a current schedule of Agnes Scott College’s sports events visit the school’s athletics webpage.

www.agnesscott.edu/athletics

Anne Frank in the World: 1929-1945 is on exhibit at the Old Court House on the Square and is open to the public. The exhibit contains more than 600 photographs. Tours include a video, “The Short Life of Anne Frank.”

The exhibit is is presented by DeKalb County, the Georgia Commission on the Holocaust, and the DeKalb History Center. It is open Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and Sundays, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.

Volunteers help bring the story and lessons of the Holocaust and Anne Frank to life. No experience is needed to become a volunteer and all training is provided. To volunteer, call 678-839-6281 for more information or to register for a training session. For more information on the Anne Frank in the World Exhibit, call 404-370-3056 or visit holocaust.georgia.gov.