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here - Decatur Arts Festival
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May 27-29
Highlights
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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Decatur Arts Alliance
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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
Arts Festival program design by
Lampe-Farley Communications
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Festival Map.................................................................................................................................................. 4
About the Poster.......................................................................................................................................5
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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Decatur throughout the year.
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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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decatur lantern parade
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 Marching 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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presented by
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.
Presented by the Georgia Center for the Book
Visit georgiacenterforthebook.org for more information.
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.
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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
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in this masterful biography.
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Tuesday, May 24 | 7:15 pm
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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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FeSTIVaL EveNTs
artwalk
Friday, May 27 | 5-11 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-
You are invited!
Please join Sara Newell Garvin for her preOpening
The
Newell Gallery
Friday, May 27, Art Walk
Saturday, May 28, 10 AM-5 PM
Sunday, May 29, Noon-5 PM
432 East Howard Avenue, Decatur
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@ corner of East Howard and Hillyer Place
presented by
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.
12. Sq/Ft
149 Sycamore St.
404-373-6607
sqftdecatur.com
Roen Jewelry Handmade forges wearable
art from sterling silver, copper, leather,
feather, and bone for men and women –
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Hamsa pendants, horse bit bracelets, skull
rings, stag cuff links, and more.
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,
Worthmore Jewelers
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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FeSTIVaL EveNTs
performing arts stage
Markey Blue
ConunDrums
Hannah Thomas
Lola
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
presented by
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
Heather Gillis Band
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
Sunday, May 29
Mieka Pauley
Gibson Wilbanks
American Hologram
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
Lola | 1 pm
Recently named an Atlanta Queen of the
Blues, Lola is a dynamic singer, songwriter,
and keyboardist. She brings her dynamic
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Sehwe Village Percussion
Chelsea Shag
A.J. Ghent Band
performing arts stage continued
ful R&B to our stage.
lolagulley.com
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.
chelseashag.com
A.J. Ghent Band | 4 pm
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
Allen Cook
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
Brian Revels
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
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acoustic palette continued
Frank Hamilton School Band
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.
Chris Weinholtz
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Kelly Hill Hall
Baatin
presented by
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.
Committee: Ann Finley, Mary Flad, Dawn
Kinney Martin, Julia Snell, Diana Estrella,
Sarah Seaton-Todd, Marty Wood, Mignon
Cottrell
Sponsors: City of Decatur, Decatur Downtown Development Authority, Decatur Arts
Alliance, Decatur Tourism Bureau, LampeFarley Communications
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
2D Mixed Media
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
presented by
Peggy Petrey/jewelry: non-precious
Mark Johnson/2D mixed media
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
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center............. Plaza
Digital
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
Fiber
Sharon Rothschild.................................... 93
Jinsong Kim............................................ 144
Drawing
Ethan Lillemoe.......................................... 27
Will Armstrong......................................... 81
Brenna McBroom..................................... 82
Richard Britnell........................................ 13
Katherine Owen...................................... 113
Teresa Pennington.................................. 149
Janet Searfoss............................................ 42
Megan Smith............................................. 55
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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
Atlanta Glass Art Guild....................... Plaza
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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presented by
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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Scott Causey/ceramics
artists market continued
Libby Mitchell/fiber
PARKING
Painting: Watercolor
Gary Curtis.............................................. 127
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Gerry Grimes............................................ 74
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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Kath YWolfe............................................ 132
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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 Williams, Cheryl Burnette, Winn Flury,
Wyatt Flury
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new dance
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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Classes
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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about WTP throughout the festival.
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presented by
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.
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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
©Ray Geier
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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Remember, when you speak…
speak…easy!
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.
Wahoo! Grill is a quintessential neighborhood restaurant
known equally for its eclectic, southern- inspired cuisine
and refreshingly down-to-earth atmosphere. Since its
opening in October 2004, Wahoo! Grill has flourished into
a locally loved and regionally acclaimed dining destination.
www.wahoogrilldecatur.com
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
404.373.3331 • 1042 W. College Ave. • Decatur, Ga. 30030
Wahoo! Wine & Provisions
is Decatur’s neighborhood outlet
for a variety of wines and local
items such as meats and cheeses,
specialty goods, gifts and flowers.
Delight in frequent complimentary
tastings or wow your friends with
your own private function and
expand your wine palate with our
knowledgeable staff !
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Mon: Closed; Tues-Thurs: 12-9 pm;
Fri-Sat: 12-10 pm; Sun: 12:30-6 pm
404.687.WINE (9463)
1036 West College Ave.
Decatur, Ga. 30030
presented by
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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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
presented by
“15 Minutes of Laughter!”
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!”
The first three people to sign up starting at 2:30 pm will each get
to do a 5-minute set. The “winner,” chosen by audience applause,
will be awarded a slot in next year’s Decatur LOL.
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bike valet
Ride your bike to the festival!
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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Decatur, GA 30030
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Email herb@decaturpackagestore.com
for details about our monthly
Half Case Wine Club
We’re located 1 mile north of
downtown Decatur on Clairmont Road
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presented by
silent auction
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!
Committee: Diana Estrella, Kalyn Kelly, Mignon Cottrell, Julia Snell,
Sarah Seaton-Todd
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classes
children,
youth,
& adults
presented by
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”
presented by
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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AN OUTDOOR SCULPTURE GALLERY
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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Great Books for
Parents & Children
By Diane Quintana & Jonda Beattie
These books use basic organizational
skills to teach a young child to pick up
a room without tears.
Available at Eagle Eye Book Shop, Amazon,
and Barnes & Nobel.
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Celebrating and sustaining
the arts in Decatur –
throughout the year and
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