On the Greener Side - Trees Atlanta in East Atlanta, October 28, 2017

October 28, 2017

Today, Glenwood, between Blake and Clifton, boasts dozens of new crape myrtles; and Clifton, between May and Van Epps, has a new line of sweetbay magnolias. In all, on October 28th, EACA Parks and Greenspace Committee worked with Trees Atlanta's Neighborwoods program to plant 70 new trees in an area that boasted some of our grandest canopy before a legendary tornnado changed that almost 10 years ago. A special thanks to almost 40 community volunteers from Emory University, Georgia Tech, East Atlanta, and especially Trees Atlanta for greening the quality of life in our neighborhood.

 

Alex Levy, PWS 

Senior Ecologist

Recent East Atlanta News and Events
There is Still Time to Join EACA as a 2019 Member
There is Still Time to Join EACA as a 2019 Member

Show your support for the East Atlanta Community by becoming a 2019 EACA Member. The $10 yearly household membership fee goes right back to the community, funding advocacy for land use, education, and public safety policies important to East Atlanta residents. In addition, you can take advantage of membership perks offered by neighborhood businesses and vote on important issues at monthly EACA Meetings. Memberships can be processed online or in person at monthly EACA Meetings.

EACA’s Neighbor In Need Committee Needs You!
EACA’s Neighbor In Need Committee Needs You!

As EACA’s Neighbor in Need (NIN) program continues to grow, so does the need for new volunteers to assist with the program initiatives. If you are passionate about helping others and giving back to the community, you may be interested in NIN’s new volunteer roles in the areas of Corporate Responsibility, Marketing and Communications, and Safety. Want to learn more about the NIN mission and how you can help, let’s talk!

February Monthly EACA Meeting
February Monthly EACA Meeting

You are invited to attend EACA’s February meeting on Tuesday, February 12 at 7pm. During the meeting attendees can hear updates from EACA committees, meet the new Zone 6 APD Assistant Commander, hear about the latest development projects, details on neighborhood events, and members will vote on land use, zoning, and alcohol license applications.

Calling All East Atlanta Business Owners
Calling All East Atlanta Business Owners

Are you a business owner in East Atlanta? A team is working to re-establish East Atlanta’s Business Association (EABA), and all community business owners (home based or brick-and-mortar) are invited to participate in an upcoming development meeting on February 28.

Save the Date: NIN Whiskey Give Back
Save the Date: NIN Whiskey Give Back

Neighbor in Need is partnering with ASW Distillery for our first Whiskey Giveback event hosted on April 18th where a percentage of all alcohol and ASW product sales will be donated to Neighbor in Need East Atlanta! Get into the "spirit" of charity and sample some fine Atlanta whiskeys at ASW Distillery while supporting long-term, low-income neighbors in EAV.

City Zoning & Variance Applications Pending in East Atlanta
City Zoning & Variance Applications Pending in East Atlanta

Want to learn more about city zoning and variance applications pending in East Atlanta? View applications on the NPU google drive and and make your voice heard at an upcoming EACA or NPU-W meeting.

Brownwood Park Forest Restoration - Saturday, February 2
Brownwood Park Forest Restoration - Saturday, February 2

Join EACA Parks and Greenspace Committee on Saturday, February 2nd, as we continue our partnership with Trees Atlanta's 2019 Greenspace Guardians to rescue Brownwood Park's forest form the grip of non-native invasive weeds and restore native shrubs and wildflowers.

Virtual Meeting: Community Outreach Ideation Session
Virtual Meeting: Community Outreach Ideation Session

Do you have an idea for a community event or an idea on how residents could connect more thoughtfully? Join EACA Community Outreach Chair, Brenda Holley for a virtual meeting on January 29th to share your ideas and connect with others on the topic.

Natalyn Archibong's District 5 Year-in-Review
Natalyn Archibong's District 5 Year-in-Review

Natalyn Archibong, district 5 Council Member recaps the accomplishments from 2018 in her newsletter.

Apply by January 31: East Atlanta Strut Grants
Apply by January 31: East Atlanta Strut Grants

Only one week left to complete the grant application process before January 31, 2019. The East Atlanta Strut will award 20 - $1000 grants this year. Do you know of an organization that could benefit or put these funds to good use?

Calling All East Atlanta Business Owners
Calling All East Atlanta Business Owners

If you are a business owner in East Atlanta, home-based or otherwise, please complete a quick survey or email EACA’s Economic Development Committee chair Nate Minor.

Library Series: Southeast Authors
Library Series: Southeast Authors

Join the Friends of East Atlanta Library and your Southeast Atlanta neighbors for afternoons with local authors! Our next event will be held on Saturday, February 9, from 3:30-5PM in the Fellowship Hall of Ormewood Church. Coffee and light snacks will be served.

APS Pre-K Lottery is Open
APS Pre-K Lottery is Open

APS Pre-K Lottery Registration for the 2019-2020 school year is open through February 8, 2019 at 11:59 p.m. The lottery drawing will be held on February 21, 2019. Learn more about the lottery process and register for the lottery.

Renew Your EACA Membership for 2019
Renew Your EACA Membership for 2019

Show your commitment to the East Atlanta community, stay informed with neighborhood news, vote on issues concerning the neighborhood and get discounts and special offers from neighborhood businesses. Simply join or renew your EACA membership for the 2019 for $10.

East Atlanta Menorah
East Atlanta Menorah

For the second year, East Atlanta has a menorah in addition to our Christmas tree. The menorah is located at the planter at the intersection of Flat Shoals and Glenwood, near the tree. If you’d like to volunteer in the nightly lighting please see the signup form at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4DA5A728A13-menorah

Santa For Seniors Returns In Time For Giving Tuesday
Santa For Seniors Returns In Time For Giving Tuesday

Neighbor in Need of East Atlanta helps low income seniors in the community with emergency home repairs. This holiday season, we are bring back our 2nd Annual “Neighbor in Need, Santa for Seniors.”

"Thanksgiving Sides for Seniors" Returns for A Second Year
"Thanksgiving Sides for Seniors" Returns for A Second Year

Neighbor in Need East Atlanta is organizing a Holiday Food Drive to help put a smile on the faces of seniors in our community. Contribute a few sides or a few dollars today!

NEIGHBOR IN NEED EAST ATLANTA PRESENTS: “Viva Las EAV”
NEIGHBOR IN NEED EAST ATLANTA PRESENTS: “Viva Las EAV”

Fall fundraising event helps low income seniors with emergency home repairs.

East Atlanta and the National Register of Historic Places
East Atlanta and the National Register of Historic Places

East Atlanta and the National Register of Historic Places: don't miss your final chance to offer input on what makes East Atlanta historic!

Share your opinion on the future of EAV
Share your opinion on the future of EAV

Take a few minutes to share your opinion on the future of EAV in the latest survey. 

East Atlanta Security Patrol – Expansion of Service Area
East Atlanta Security Patrol – Expansion of Service Area

East Atlanta Secutiry Patrol expands service to include areas recently annexed into East Atlanta.

Annual East Egg Hunt & Festival
Annual East Egg Hunt & Festival

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8th Annual Neighbor in Need East Atlanta Charity Poker Tournament
8th Annual Neighbor in Need East Atlanta Charity Poker Tournament

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Your Opinions Count! Take Our Survey on he Future of EAV
Your Opinions Count! Take Our Survey on he Future of EAV

Share your thoughts and ideas about the future of East Atlanta Village with EACA via a quick survey.  

Your Guide to 2017 Holiday Events in East Atlanta
Your Guide to 2017 Holiday Events in East Atlanta

Your guide to what is happening this holiday season in East Atlanta.

6th graders beautify Brownwood Park
6th graders beautify Brownwood Park

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A day in service of Brownwood Park
A day in service of Brownwood Park

Our goal of taking back the urban forest from the grip of non-native, invasive weeds came one-day closer to reality on Saturday, November 11th, when 12 volunteers form Trees Atlanta and EACA neighbors gathered in the forested south-side of Brownwood Park.  

"Thanksgiving Sides for Seniors" in East Atlanta
"Thanksgiving Sides for Seniors" in East Atlanta

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2017 Neighbor in Need in Need Gala is a Wrap!
2017 Neighbor in Need in Need Gala is a Wrap!

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CFM pays tribute to late East Atlanta chef, Angus Brown on Nov 10th
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Recent EACA Updates
EACA Community Meeting - November 2018

Read the Meeting Minutes and see Treasurers Report from the November 2018 meeting.

EACA Community Meeting - April 10, 2018

April Community EACA meeting taking place on Tuesday April 10.  All are invited to attend. Hear committee updates, review land use and zoning applications and hear from special speakers.

EACA Community Meeting - March 13, 2018
EACA Community Meeting - March 13, 2018

March Community EACA meeting taking place on Tuesday March 13.  All community members are invited to attend to hear committee updates and hear from special speakers.

EACA Community Meeting - February 13, 2018
EACA Community Meeting - February 13, 2018

February Community EACA meeting taking place on Tuesday February 13.  All are invited to attend. Hear committee updates, review land use and zoning applications and hear from special speakers.

EACA Community Meeting - January 9, 2018
EACA Community Meeting - January 9, 2018

January Community EACA meeting to hear committee updates, review land use and zoning applications and hear from special speakers.

Community Meeting, November 14th 2017
Community Meeting, November 14th 2017

November community meeting agenda: special guest Parish Underwood, Director of the YMCA, updates about Santafest, big news from the Transportation committee, several land use and zoning items including 770 Shadowridge (aka "Ormewood Forest"), and more!

Land Use and Zoning November Meeting Notes
Land Use and Zoning November Meeting Notes

Overview of November LUZ meeting and summary of items up for review at EACA's November community meeting.

Get Fruity is EACA's October 2017 Business Partner of the Month!
Get Fruity is EACA's October 2017 Business Partner of the Month!

They started out our business by delivering fruit salads. Get Fruity has been around for 19 years as a hustle in college. For five months, their business has been in East Atlanta.

Community Meeting, October 10th 2017
Community Meeting, October 10th 2017

September community meeting agenda: "Back to School" update with the Atlanta Board of Education, LUZ items to discuss, and more!

Project Pabst Festival Application
Project Pabst Festival Application

Participate in the conversation of the Project Pabst festival application by attending the upcoming NPU-W meeting on the 27th, 7:30 at Village Church. View the application here.

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