Cynthia writes in…

Hello Friends & Neighbors!
Tickets are now available for the 10th Annual Patio Party to support The Solarium on Sunday, June 2nd from 5-8PM! All proceeds help contribute to the mission of the Community Center of South Decatur.

Come enjoy tasty bites from the caterers on our preferred vendor list, cool sips from our wine & beer bars, fun live and silent auction with creations from several local artists and famous Decatur personalities, kids entertainment, games for adults, the not-to-be missed raffle (includes a free rental at the Solarium!) and live music by Auction House Letters.

Tickets are $15 in advance, $20 at the door, $5 for seniors and children under 12 are free. Go to https://www.xorbia.com/e/ccsd/patioparty2013 to purchase tickets.

We still need volunteers! If you would like to volunteer at this year’s event or are an artist who would like to donate an art piece for this year’s auction please email: .

Thanks for your continued support throughout the years!

Nancy sends along this press release about the 4th annual Chriskwanukkah Party at the Solarium in Oakhurst on December 17th…

Time to get your holiday groove on for a party with a purpose on December 17th. It’s the 4th Annual Chriskwanukkah Party, and a CD release event for “We Three Kings,” a jazzy, funky, and soulful collection of instrumental Christmas songs. The band is a virtuosic trio of music veterans: Charles Hedgepath, (guitarist,) Yonrico Scott (drums) and Ike Stubblefield (organ). Jazz guitarist extraordinaire, Grant Green, Jr., and other special guests will join them for an evening of holiday cheer and boogie. The event will be held in Decatur at the Solarium in Oakhurst and proceeds will benefit the Ronald McDonald House.

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Thinking about holding a community function or meeting, but can’t find enough space in your cramped bungalow living room for all your energetic guests?

Well, were you aware that as a Decatur resident you can reserve the Solarium for a Community Center event or program at Old Scottish Rite free of charge?

The Community Center’s Marketing Chair, Peter Martin, recently wrote in hoping to get the word out.

So here’s the lowdown, straight off the Community Center’s website…

Who is eligible to utilize The Solarium for a Community Center program or event?

Any person or group may use The Solarium as long as:

* It is for a public event, free of charge, and open to the entire Decatur community.

* The event has no or extremely low impact to The Solarium’s building and grounds.

* The event does not conflict with any prescheduled events or booked rentals.

What are the costs?

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