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ATLANTA—Some things really are worth saving. That’s the overwhelming message that the Piedmont Park Conservancy received after it announced that it was canceling its “Screen on the Green” movie series this summer.
Now, several companies have stepped in to save the event, which has been an Atlanta tradition for 10 years at Piedmont Park. The free series will start as planned June 2 at dusk, thanks to Delta Air Lines, the lead sponsor, Georgia Natural Gas, Comcast and The Coca Cola Company. “Screen on the Green has been a long-standing summer tradition in the City of Atlanta for both residents and visitors, and I am pleased that the popular movie series will return this year,” said Atlanta’s Mayor Kasim Reed, who joined the conservancy in making the announcement. “The return of the movie screenings is yet another example of city officials, civic leaders and corporate partners working together to enhance the overall quality of life in Atlanta.”
The weekly series, which allows movie goers to pack picnics and enjoy free classics under the stars, usually takes place in late May or early June in Atlanta, as well as in several cities across the country. Washington, D.C. hosts its outdoor series on the National Mall, while Houston puts on the event at the Discovery Center and Panama City Beach, FL presents Screen on the Green at Aaron Bessant Park, just to name a few.
Atlanta isn’t the only city that has had to cancel the series then saved it. Washington, D.C. received the $100,000 funding it needed for its 2009 series after cancelling the event when HBO said it would not sponsor the event.
Peachtree TV had told the Piedmont Park conservancy in January that it would not be sponsoring the series this summer due to management changes. The park conservancy announced on
May 8 that it didn’t have enough time to find another sponsor and would look for sponsors to bring back the series in 2012. Atlanta said no way and the support poured in.
“As Atlanta’s hometown airline for the last 70 years, we are pleased Delta is able to give back to the city that has given us so much by ensuring that Screen on the Green continues for our neighbors, families and friends,” said Tim Mapes, Delta’s senior vice president of marketing. “Our 25,000 employees in and around the city of Atlanta are committed to wonderful community events like this that make our city one for all ages to enjoy and call home.” Yvette Bowden, president and CEO of Piedmont Park Conservancy, said the summer series is truly a treasure for Atlantans.
“We are extremely grateful to our sponsors. They demonstrated a tremendous commitment to their local community,” “As soon as the announcement was made that we were canceling the event, individuals from the community contacted us to express their disappointment and companies like Georgia Natural Gas contacted us to offer their support.” Atlanta launched the film series in 2000 at Piedmont Park, but temporarily moved the event to Centennial Olympic
Park during 2008 and 2009 due to drought conditions. The series returned to Piedmont Park for the 2010 season but ran into problems when one of the movies was disrupted by teens and police had to be called.
In the past, the Atlanta event has typically drawn 5,000 to 10,000 people for each film, depending on the popularity. “Georgia Natural Gas (GNG) is honored to step up at this crucial time to help save Screen on the Green,” said Mike Braswell, GNG president and CEO. “We have a longstanding commitment to enriching and improving the lives of metro Atlanta citizens, and this event is an important part of that. We are proud to partner with the other sponsors and with the park conservancy to ensure that Screen on the Green will be a reality this summer, and we look forward to seeing thousands of our fellow Georgians at the park on Thursday evenings in June.”
For a listing of free outdoor movies in metro Atlanta counties, see page 6.
DeKalb DA: No child support payment, no vehicle tag
Big 4 rescue Piedmont Park’s ‘Screen on the Green’ free movie series
DeKalb County is putting the brakes on parents who fail to pay child support. Those who
don’t pay will have their vehicle tag revoked or denied.
DeKalb’s District Attorney Robert James and Tax Commissioner Claudia Lawson are partnering to crack down on non-custodial parents who live in DeKalb and have egregiously failed to pay child support for more than 60 days.
“This partnership is essential to help reduce the number of children who suffer and go without because of a parent who has failed to contribute to their overall wellbeing,” said James. “There are too many single parents left to shoulder the financial burden alone. Our goal is to encourage non-compliant parents to take responsibility for their children.”
The District Attorney’s Office plans to mail notification letters to a target list of 63 parents who have failed to pay child support or are delinquent 60 days or more. The letters will serve as notifications of their delinquent child support payment status and pending tag revocation/ tag denial. Parents will be given 20 days to contact the District Attorney’s UIFSA Division before the tag is officially denied or revoked by the Tax Commissioner’s Office. The new program is under the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA).
“I take pride in partnering with D.A. James on this initiative. I strongly believe it is critical in today’s world for non-custodial parents to be responsible to their children,” said Lawson. “I fully support D.A. James in this endeavor and my office will assist within its legal boundaries to participate in this program.”
DeKalb joins a handful of other Georgia counties that have implemented similar tag revocation efforts. Georgia’s Division of Child Support Services (DCSS) has implemented a statewide tag revocation effort. However, this recently adopted interstate policy in DeKalb, will work to assist the parents, who are owed child support and reside outside of Georgia.
“Some of these parents have never paid child support. We have others who have failed to make a payment in two years or more,” James said. “Parents who will not support their children don’t deserve to drive.”
Individuals can have their tag reinstated once child support payments are made and they have been cleared by the District Attorney’s Office.
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By Valerie J. Morgan
The court battle involving New Birth’s Bishop Eddie Long and four young men who accused the internationally-known
church leader of sexual misconduct ended with a secret settlement that is never to be disclosed to the public.
That didn’t stop speculation, however, locally and across the nation. The news was a trending topic on Twitter with observers tweeting online that Long paid $15 million to settle the court case. Others said the settlement amounted to just over $1 million.
Bishop Long could not be reached for comment, but he had maintained his innocence throughout the ordeal. Art Franklin, a spokesman for the church, released this statement on May 26 on Long’s behalf:
“After a series of discussions, all parties involved have decided to resolve the civil cases out of court. This decision was made to bring closure to this matter and to allow us to move forward with the plans God has for this
ministry. As is usually the case when civil lawsuits resolve out of court, we cannot discuss any details regarding the resolution or the resolution process, as they are confidential. This resolution is the most reasonable road for everyone to travel.”
The four men who brought the suit against Long—Anthony Flagg, Spencer LeGrande, Jamal Parris and Maurice Robinson—accused Long of using his influence to coerce them into sexual acts. They alleged that Long lavished them with trips, gifts and jobs to coerce them. The Long Fellows Youth Academy, a mentoring program launched by Long, was named in the suit, along with New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Lithonia.
B.J. Bernstein, who represented the four men, confirmed to the media the lawsuits had been settled, but said she would not discuss the settlement now or in the future.
DeKalb Judge Johnny Panos, who presided over the case, said negotiations had been “benevolently intense.” Panos could not be reached, despite telephone messages left for him.
A source said many faithful New
Birth members were hoping that Long would not settle. New Birth’s attendance dropped in the wake of the controversy, along with its finances, the source said.
“They wanted him to fight. A lot of people feel that paying them makes him look guilty. It was their last chance to be vindicated,” the source said.
Court battle endsbishop long’s settlement undisclosed to public
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sparks fly over deKalb’s proposed county-wide smoking ban
By Valerie J. Morgan and Joshua Smith
DeKalb County is considering expanding its no-smoking ban to include most businesses and public places in the county.
The proposal is one that has sparked a debate between some business owners who say the ban will hurt their bottom line and non-smokers who say they welcome tighter controls to improve health. DeKalb County commissioners are carefully weighing the controversial proposal, hoping to find some middle ground. The Board of Commission are scheduled to discuss the measure on June 14, but are likely to defer a vote on the proposal until they figure out how far the ban should go and how to enforce it.
“It’s going to be discussed extensively. The board of health has submitted its proposal. It will be up to the Commission to accept it or make amendments to it,” said Jason Warner, a policy analyst for the DeKalb Board of Health.
DeKalb County’s Board of Health Director Dr. Sandra Ford said she pitched the proposal to amend DeKalb’s Clean Indoor Ordinance as a way to continue the board’s mission in eliminating second-hand smoke. The county has received $3.2 million in federal funding to further its anti-smoking initiatives.
“This is a serious health issue that is adversely impacting the public,” said Ford. “For every argument of lost
revenues for businesses impacted by the proposed amendment. I have data from other cities that have passed 100 percent smoke-free policies with little reduction in revenues.”
Ford cited Savannah and Alpharetta among the cities in Georgia that have tightened their no-smoking policies.
Under the proposal, DeKalb’s ban would impact hotels—they would have to reduce their numbers of rooms for smokers from 20 percent to 10 percent. Smoking also would be banned in bars, restaurants, other businesses, public parks and outdoor places where people gather.
“Under the proposed ban, you could not stand in line at an ATM or a concert line and smoke,” Warner said. “It’s the second-hand smoke that is so dangerous to others. It’s one of the leading causes of death in this county.” Ford’s department recently
released the findings of a poll that shows 71 percent of DeKalb residents believe smoking should not be allowed at outdoor public events and a majority support amending DeKalb’s Clean Indoor Ordinance. The telephone poll of 1,000 randomly selected DeKalb adult residents was conducted this spring by Market Decisions on behalf of the Board of Health.
The proposed amendment does not sit well Terri Fischer. “Just as Dr. Ford has the right to tell us that we are doing the wrong thing, we should have the right to offer our customers the services they enjoy, including smoking,” said Fischer, who owns Strokers, an adult entertainment club. “All we are saying is that this ban shouldn’t be applied to places of businesses where only adults attend. We just want to service our customers before they leave for Atlanta and other cities where smoking is accepted in clubs.”
As far as Frank and Mary Hamilton are concerned, smokers can go.
“We’re fighting for this ban to the very end. To us it’s as simple as this: You want to have a meal. That meal shouldn’t come with your eyes and lungs suffering on account of someone’s bad habit or addiction,” said Mary Hamilton, who has lived in DeKalb for 35 years. “I remember when we first moved here, there were no places to eat. I know people have the right to smoke,
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The Atlanta-Fulton Public Library System will welcome author Lisa “Sister Souljah” Williamson to their Central Library location, 1 Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta on June 16, 6 p.m.
Meet author Sister Souljah as she signs copies of her latest book, Midnight and the Meaning of Love, at 6 p.m. The signing session will be followed with a discussion with the author at 7p.m.
Sister Souljah is described as the “hip-hop generation” best selling author, activist, recording artist and film producer. Her work offers cultural, spiritual, political, economical, practical analysis and constructive solutions for the next generation.
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DEKALBDeKalb to open Salem-Panola, Stonecrest library branches
DeKalb County will open two library branches in June—one, a renovated branch, the other, a newly-built facility. Both are in Southeast DeKalb.
After being closed for expansion and renovation for nearly two years, the Salem-Panola Library is re-opening on Monday, June 6. A dedication ceremony will be held at 10:30 a.m. and the branch will begin service following the ceremony. Located at 5137 Salem Road in Lithonia, the Salem-Panola Library has been expanded to 18,000 square feet and includes a 53,000-item collection; special areas for children and teens; 38 computers for public use, including a computer lab with 12 computers and a meeting room.
A dedication ceremony for the new Stonecrest Library is scheduled Saturday, June 11, 11 a.m. The new library is located at the intersection of Klondike Road and Hayden Quarry Road, near the Mall at Stonecrest. The dedication will include a ribbon cutting, tours of the facility and refreshments. The public is invited.
The Salem-Panola branch will operate on a reduced-hours schedule of Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Stonecrest Library will open for service on Monday, June 13, on a reduced-hours schedule. Those hours will be Monday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The libraries are operating on reduced-hours schedule due to budget cuts that have restricted hiring for the branches.
GwinnetSee slice of history on Gwinnett’s bus tour
What local city was a favorite of Roy Rogers and his horse Trigger? What city
was home to the first female mayor in Georgia? You can find out the answers to these questions and other historic tidbits about Gwinnett during a bus tour. The Gwinnett History Museum, part of the new History & Culture Program of the Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center, is sponsoring its semi-annual historic bus tour on Saturday, June 4. The bus loads at 8:30 a.m. and pulls out at 9 a.m. from the Lawrenceville Female Seminary, 455 South Perry Street, Lawrenceville, and will travel to the cities and towns of Lawrenceville, Buford, Duluth and Norcross. The tour will end at approximately 4 p.m. Knowledgeable guides, including historian Sally Toole, will lead the tours. Toole is author of Remembering Norcross.
“This is a great adventure for history buffs who desire to learn more about Gwinnett County’s unique past,” said Catherine Long, program manager for the Gwinnett Environmental & Heritage Center.
This cost of the trip is $15 per person. Participants are asked to bring extra money for lunch at a local restaurant during a stop in Norcross. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required. For more information, call 770-822-5178 or visit www.gwinnettEHC.org.
Kids to reel in some fun at fishing event The Gwinnett County Parks and Recreation is hosting a Kid’s Fishing Day
on June 4, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., at Jones Bridge Park, 4901 East Jones Bridge Road, Norcross. Bring the kids for free fishing, food, games and prizes. Rods and bait will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. No fishing license is necessary. For more information, call 770-417-2200.
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ROCKDALE
Magicians, puppets headline summer reading program The magic of reading will be explored through puppet shows, impersonators
and magicians at the summer reading program that will be held at the Nancy Guinn Library, 864 Green St., Conyers.
Children and youths are invited to pick up a reading log at the library and begin recording reading times for prizes, which will be awarded at the conclusion of the program. This year’s summer program will feature “Thrilling Thursdays” at 10:30 a.m. Each Thursday, performers such as Magician Ken Scott, the Piccadilly Puppets and Celtic harp and bagpipe players will bring children’s favorite books and novels to life.
The program is divided into two categories, “One World, Many Stories” for newborns through 5th graders, and “You are Here” for middle and high school students up to age 18. For more information, call Barbara Sander at 770-388-5041, ext. 113.
Georgia Wildlife offers wetland workshopThe Georgia Wildlife Federation will conduct the Adopt-A-Wetland training
workshop on June 7, 10 a.m. -2 p.m., at the Alcovy Conservation Center, 11600 Hazelbrand Road, Covington.
Learn all about wetlands and how you can help collect data to promote their conservation and protection. The group recommends wearing comfortable shoes/boots for getting in water up to your knees and bringing a sack lunch.
Participants must be age 14 or older. There is no charge for the workshop. Pre-registration, however, is required. To register, contact Robert Phillips at 770-787-7887 or email [email protected].
Main Street board meeting set The City of Conyers Main Street Board will meet on June 9, 12 – 1 p.m.,at the
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but they’re taking away our right to enjoy ourselves in some great DeKalb establishments.”
Frank Redding, a consultant for several nightclubs, including Echelon 3000 Ultra Bistro, The Mansion Elan and La Rumba Dance Club and Restaurant, says the ban will impact businesses and put people out of work.
“Your nightclubs have the opportunity to employ a lot of single mothers and other hard workers who may not get jobs at other places of employment for several reasons, whether it be education or whatever. This ban would lead to a great loss in our business revenues and DeKalb’s revenues overall,” Redding said.
Sarah Balog of the American Heart Association says implementing the ban is an easy decision because second-hand smoke is a silent killer that DeKalb residents should not be exposed to.
“This is smoke. It will kill you,” Balog said. “Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in the state of Georgia. We really feel that the single biggest preventable risk factor for heart disease is reducing the incidence of smoking.”
Balog says other communities who have passed bans showed a drop in the number of heart attacks, and she’s confident the same will be true for DeKalb.
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sponsored by urban retailer DTLR, Atlanta Falcons’ players Jonathan Babineaux and Chauncey Davis, and former Baltimore Ravens’ Daniel Wilcox.
The clinic, open to student athletes who will enter grades 7-12 in the fall, will be held June 11, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Grady High School, 929 Charles Allen Drive, Atlanta.
Participants will perform agility drills, offensive and defensive fundamentals broken down by position and seven-on-seven passing drills. Parents and students will receive an overview of the college recruiting process by a representative from National Collegiate Scouting Association (NCSA) and have an opportunity to engage the host players and their NFL friends during a question and answer session.
"This is by far the most comprehensive and dynamic football camp in Georgia," said Atlanta Falcons’ Defensive End Chauncey Davis. "Each of the players involved takes a very hands-on approach to every drill and every youth participant.”
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by Valerie J. Morgan
School is out and it’s time for the summer fun to begin. Pack a picnic and take the kids or your sweetheart to an outdoor movie. Several venues throughout metro Atlanta
offer free movies under the stars during summer, many of them family-oriented.
Here, we’ve compiled a listing of some of the film series that have become summertime favorites. Check the movie ratings to make sure they are suitable for your children. Movie listings and dates are current at the time publication. To verify updated information, visit www.ocgnews.com (see events).
Atlanta Piedmont Park’s Screen on the Green
For five consecutive Thursdays, June 2 – June 30, Piedmont Park will host Screen on the Green in downtown Atlanta. All movies will start between 8:40 p.m. and 8:55 p.m. Piedmont Park Conservancy is inviting viewers to vote for the Viewer’s Choice, the film they want to see on June 23. They will choose between Frankenstein (1931) and The Birds (1963). Movie goers are welcome to bring picnic baskets, food and alcoholic beverages, but no glass containers. In consideration of others, attendees are asked to leave pets at home. Umbrellas, high-backed chairs and grills are strictly prohibited.
Here’s the 2011 schedule:
June 2 Back to the Future (1985)June 9 Imitation of Life (1959)June 16 Sixteen Candles (1984)June 23 Frankenstein (1931) or The Birds (1963) June 30 Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory (1971)
Piedmont Park is located approximately 2 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. The park runs along 10th Street (a block west of 10th & Monroe Avenue to a block east of 10th & Piedmont Avenue) and Piedmont Avenue (12th & Piedmont to just before 15th & Piedmont) in midtown Atlanta.
Atlantic Station’s Movies in the Park
Atlantic Station’s Movies in the Park at Central Park continues its free summer movie series, which runs Thursdays, May through September. Movies begin at dusk. Pack a picnic or pick up dinner from one of Atlantic Station’s restaurants. Here’s this summer’s schedule:
June 2 –Mama Mia June 9 – Jurassic Park June 16 – Deja Vu June 23 – Cat on a Hot Tin Roof (Elizabeth Taylor
Tribute Night)June 30 – Grease July 7 – The Wizard of Oz July 14 – Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 July 21 – Inception July 28 – West Side Story Aug 4 – Toy Story 3 Aug 11 – Hairspray Aug 18 – The Social Network Aug 25 – The Hangover Sept 1 – Sex and the City 2 Sept 8 – Steel Magnolias Sept 15 – Pretty Woman Sept 22 – Dreamgirls Sept 29 – Viewer’s Choice
Georgia Tech’s Flicks on FifthThe Georgia Tech Student Center will present its
“Flicks on Fifth” movie series on Wednesdays at Technology Square beginning June 15. The movies start at dusk, but you may arrive early with your chairs or blankets to get a spot. Hourly parking is available at 5th and Spring Streets across from Barnes & Noble bookstore and the parking deck adjacent to the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center on Spring St. Leave coolers, umbrellas and pets at home. The movie schedule is subject to change. For more information, call 404-894-2805.
June 15: Hall pass ( R)June 22: The Adjustment Bureau ( PG-13)June 29: Just Go With It ( PG-13)July 13: Battle: Los Angeles (PG-13)July 20: Rango ( PG)July 27: Paul ( R)
City of AtlantaThe City of Atlanta’s Department of Parks, Recreation
and Cultural Affairs will present the premiere of “Shrek –
The Final Chapter” on Saturday, June 4, 8 p.m., at West End Park, 1128 Oak Street S.W., Atlanta. In the event of rain,
Shrek will be shown on Sunday, June 5. The showing of “Shrek” is hosted by Atlanta City
Councilmembers Cleta Winslow and Michael Julian Bond. The community is invited to bring folding chairs,
blankets, and snacks to watch the movie. 404—546-6767.
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Horse Park’s B At the MoviesThe Georgia International Horse Park, 1996 Centennial
Olympic Parkway, Conyers, will host “B At the Movies” on Saturday, July 23. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. The free family feature, Racing Stripes, will start at dark. Concessions will be available.
Admission and parking are free. Just bring a blanket or a comfortable lounge chair and enjoy a movie under the stars. B98.5 FM is sponsoring the event. 770-860-4190.
DeKalb County
Movies in the ParkMovies in the Park is a favorite DeKalb County summer
tradition. Movies are shown on Saturday nights beginning at dusk, around 8:30-9 p.m., May through August. Bring a blanket and snacks to the park and watch movies on a gigantic movie is held except in extreme weather.
All movies are free, open to the public and rated PG-13 rated. Parks where the films will be hosted:
June 4 Redan Park 1745 Phillips Road Lithonia, GA 30058
June 25 Kelly Cofer Pool 4259 North Park Drive Tucker, GA 30084
July 9 Hairston Park 911 South Hairston Road Stone Mountain, GA 30088
July 30 Salem Park 5290 Salem Road Lithonia, GA 30038
Aug. 6 Browns Mill Aquatic Facility 4929 Browns Mill Road Lithonia, GA 30038
City of Stone MountainThe city of Stone Mountain’s Main Street will present
its free outdoor series on the lawn of the First Baptist Church, located 5306 Mimosa Drive, in downtown Stone Mountain at dusk. Bring your chairs or blankets. Here’s the schedule:
June 18 MegaMindJuly 16 Never Say NeverAug. 20 RangoSept. 17 RioOct. 15 Tangled
Gwinnett County
Snellville’s Popcorn in the Park Snellville will present its Popcorn in the Park series, 6
to 10:30 p.m., at T.W. Briscoe Park, 2770 Lenora Church Road, S.W. The event features first-run movies on an outdoor screen with inflatables, face painting and other activities for the kids. Hot dogs, hamburgers, and other refreshments are available. Here are the movies that will be showing:
June 11 -Diary of a Wimpy Kid 2 July 16- RioFor more information: www.snellvillepride.com
Avenue Webb Gin’s Screen on the Green
The Avenue Webb Gin presents its Summer Screen on the Green, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy children’s activities including a bounce house, face painting, and balloon art. Food and drinks are available for purchase. The free movies will be shown in the parking lot on June 4, June 18, July 9, July 23 and Aug. 6.
For more information, visit www.shoptheavenue.com.
Mall of Georgia’s Movies Under the StarsEnjoy free music and movies at The Mall of Georgia’s
Movies Under the Stars and Concert series every Saturday through July 30 (excluding July 2). Hear local bands from 6:30 to 8:30 pm, and then enjoy the free family-friendly movies on the lawn at the mall’s outdoor village located area near the food court entrance. Take your lawn chairs or blankets.
Here’s a look at the band and movie schedule:
May 28 - Band: RUMBLE, Movie: Despicable MeJune 4 - Band: Legend, Movie: Nanny McPhee ReturnsJune 11 - Band: Dejavue, Movie: Mega MindJune 18 - Band: The Ron Jonsons, Movie: Peter PanJune 25 - Band: Drowning Creek, Movie: Shrek
Forever AfterJuly 4 - Bands: Samantha Stroh, The Woody’s, The
Atlanta Groove; Movie: Little FockersJuly 9 - Band: StoneEcho, Movie: Chronicles of
Narnia: Voyage of Dawn TreaderJuly 16 - Band: The Mike Veal Band, Movie: Justin
Beiber: Never Say NeverJuly 23 - Band: Bulletproof, Movie: The Sand LotJuly 30 - Band: Chico and the Band, Movie: Yogi Bear The Mall of Georgia is located on Buford Drive, GA
S.R. 20, between I-85 (at Exit 115, S.R. 20 West) and I-985 (at Exit 4) in Gwinnett County, 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta.
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Benjamin E. Mays High SchoolFrederica Lamar
Booker T. Washington Senior Academy
Shaquitta BellMarshanae Davis
Crystal HarrisTaylor Hart
Elizabeth JenkinsMalina Moses
Carver Early College Paul Harris, Jr.
Carver School of Health Sciences & ResearchMarquis Bell
Shontel ColemanGregory StallsElisha PittmanKeiana Raven
Frederick Douglass High SchoolJeremy Hughes
Ebony ReidVivian Stepp
Maynard Jackson High SchoolZicuria Ussery
North Atlanta High SchoolMishka Moncrieffe
South Atlanta Law & Social JusticeTeanna Glass
Glenisha SmithRaven Tukes
APS students earn second highest number of Gates Millennium Scholarships in nation
CLASS of 2011Twenty-one Atlanta Public Schools students have been awarded 2011 Gates
Millennium Scholarships, the second highest number of any school district in the nation.
A total of 1,000 students nationwide were awarded these prestigious college scholarships, which can be used to pursue degrees in any undergraduate major at a college or university of the recipient’s choice. These scholarships cover student’s tuition, room and board through undergraduate school and beyond for recipients who elect to pursue advance degrees.
APS students who earned this year’s Gates Millennium Scholarships are:
“This remarkable achievement is the direct result of the hard work and dedication of our principals, teachers and staff who have excelled at making our high school transformation program work for the benefit of our students,” said Superintendent Dr. Beverly L. Hall. “These scholarships provide clear evidence that the small schools and learning communities concept associated with all of our high schools now is spearheading escalating student achievement.”
APS students have earned approximately 70 Gates Millennium Scholarships over the past 3 years.
In addition to financial assistance, Gates Millennium Scholars receive academic support, mentoring and leadership training. Past recipients have a five-year college graduation rate of nearly 80 percent.
Congratulations to the
Class of 2011
Much Success!
Congressman Hank Johnson Fourth District
Class of 2011
DeKalb County Commissioner Larry Johnson, Presiding Officer
Congratulations To The
Next Generation Who Will Win
The Future
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Brandon FennellNia Mosby
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Carmon Nicole McBride Memorial Scholarships
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Grads celebrate all over Georgia With their tassels turned and hats tossed, high school graduates in and
around the City of Atlanta are preparing for a new future. Gwinnett County led the pack, followed by the City of Atlanta Public School’s with the largest number of seniors in the class of 2011.
On Common Ground News caught some images of graduates singing, performing and smiling ear to ear as they celebrated receiving their diplomas with their classmates.
Seniors in the Class of 2011: Gwinnett County: 8, 921 DeKalb County: 6, 130 Fulton County: 6,197 Atlanta Public Schools: 2, 645Rockdale County: 974
Photos by Joshua Smith/OCG News
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Rockdale County Heritage High School
Val- Natalee DukesSal- Jessica Reed
Salem High SchoolVal – Laura NelsonSal – Holly Nelson
Rockdale County High SchoolVal – Ashley EdwardsSal – Elizabeth Fox
Rockdale Magnet School for Science and Technology
Val – Faustine LiSal – Sofia Tuttle
DeKalb County Schools Valedictorians Salutatorians Arabia Mountain HS Magnet Ononuju Ume Anthony Brown Arabia Mountain HS Resident Kelcie Willis Kerris Solomon Avondale HS Jada Henderson Abriana Horton Cedar Grove HS Chanice Oliver Charde’ Acie Chamblee Charter HS Magnet Parth Agrawal Richard Liou Chamblee Charter HS Resident Hector Cruz Jourdan Jackson Clarkston HS Hoang-Dung Nguyen Myat MonAye Win Columbia HS Magnet Vonciel Bryant Elizia Brittian Columbia HS Resident India Jones Jasmine Lewis Cross Keys HS Thuy Vy Tran Javier Garcia DeKalb Early College Academy Keanna Sion Kaitlyn Hackett DeKalb School of the Arts HS Anna Fredendall Janessa Aneke Druid Hills HS James Thompson Rachel Hodes Dunwoody High Eilidh Geddes Kathryn Kutner Martin Luther King, Jr. HS Gabrielle Williams Taylor Jones Lakeside HS Anastasiya Lobacheva Farina Shafqat Lithonia HS Predita Lundy Kentavis Caffey McNair HS Tiara Marshall Priscilla Walker Miller Grove HS Lauren Flanigan Zaneta Horne Redan HS Seantel Williams Donald Moody Southwest DeKalb HS Magnet Brianna Brooks Julian Brew Southwest DeKalb HS Resident Zachary Fitch Trellis Hicks Co-Valedictorian
Stephenson HS Paul Calhoun Babajide Oluwadare Stone Mountain HS Alycia Edwards Devon Montgomery Annika Roberts Co-Salutatorian
Towers HS Shana Baldwin Tam Vu Tucker HS Claire Brisse Brianna Belser
City of Atlanta Schools Valedictorians Salutatorians STAR Students
Carver Early College High School Paul Harris Teralyn Griffin Paul Harris Carver High School of Technology Fatima Daniela Ojeda Rojas Francisco J. Pacheco Fatima Ojeda Rojas Carver Health Sciences & Research Elisha R. Pittman Julia Dominique Davis Brian Cortez Jones Carver High School of Arts Christeina Simoné Wade Aliysa Shareef No STAR Student Frederick Douglass High School Vivian Stepp Edward Mosley Geoving Joseph Gerard, II Henry W. Grady High School Benjamin W. Gittelson* Samuel Y. Weinstock* Benjamin William Gittelson Samuel Y. Weinstock Maynard H. Jackson High School Zicuria Z. Ussery Malcolm L. Jackson Autumn S. Woods Benjamin E. Mays High School Jaye M. George Deys Galio-Blanco Vincent Onyilo North Atlanta High School Gueorgul ILiyandv Terziev Grace Eileen Shea* Grace Eileen Shea South Atlanta High School Law & Social Justice Ravem Jakia Tukes Teanna D. Glass No STAR Student South Atlanta High School Computer Animation Bryant F. Eubanks Ashley N. Goolsby No STAR Student South Atlanta High School Health & Medical Sciences Tanesha Van McDowell No Salutatorian No STAR Student Therrell High School Law, Government & Public Courtney Janee Skipper Tanzia Renea Heath* Tanzia Renea Heath Therrell High School STEMS Ricky Romerus Lipsey Leanna V. Robinson Courtland Ray Hicks Therrell High School Health Sciences & Research Neasha D. Mitchell Crystal J. Jessie Mariajose Ortega Booker T. Washington High School Iniki Samone Franklin Shaquitta Litece Bell Tony Crosby
Gwinnett County
Schools Valedictorians Salutatorians
Archer High Katelynn Burkart Samantha HealyBerkmar High Destiny August Cobb Dina HassanBrookwood High Akshaya Suresh Justin ChangCentral Gwinnett High Christopher Rhett Henry Anna Eileen DilksCollins Hill High Andres Gonzalez Peter SchnaakDacula High Alex Frazer Grace LiuDuluth High Ronald Kurtz Nihar MadhavanGrayson High Meghan Craft Sarah Ann JestelGSMST Seong Jin Park Joshua ChangLanier High Sainabou Jallow Christina HardisonMeadowcreek High Daniel Ionescu Lorendana DragnosMill Creek High Lee Michael Turner Jr. Jasmine Eunha KoMountain View High Victor Alexander Ubiera Sam YangNorcross High Andrea Howard Kristen KnowlesNorth Gwinnett High Linh Tran Wooim JunParkview High Tim Wu Kurt SlawitschkaPeachtree Ridge High Jennifer Dininger Meen (Alice) HongPhoenix High (N/A)Shiloh High Kristen Kelly Lemaster Zubbia SaeedSouth Gwinnett High Rachel Harrison Jessica Williamson
By Joshua Smith
CONYERS—Excited students partied in the classrooms at Pine Street Elementary School. The Rockdale County students had more than one reason to celebrate: It was the last day of school and they had bragging rights: Eight students at their school were recognized by President Barack Obama.
The students who received the “President’s Award for Educational Excellence” and the “President’s Award for Educational Achievement” were honored at an awards program the school held to recognize the entire student body for its achievements.
The Title I Distinguished school has several school highlights including winning several academic contests, a great band program and holding interactive P.E. classes, as reported by www.greatschools.org.
“The fact that our students would receive beautiful awards, beautiful pins and beautiful letters from President Obama is just an example of how this school is producing phenomenal minds,” said Kim Vier, Pine Street’s principal.
The achievements mark a special milestone for Vier, who is a product of Pine Street. She attended the school as a student in 1978 and began teaching there in 1995. She became a principal at Pine Street this school year.
“Each student receiving the President’s Award for Educational Excellence had to maintain an A average throughout the year, which is not easy and they all had high CRCT scores,” said Vier. “For the students who received the Educational Achievement award their grades may have not been on an A average but they worked really hard all year and were recommended by their teachers for their excellence in the classroom.”
Vier says she hopes students leaving the school will have a lasting impression and enjoyable memories. Which is why she let students celebrate on the last day of school, May 26.
“They all worked so hard with a great staff of teachers who want to see nothing but the best for them,” said Vier. “I am honored to be the principal here. I take this position to heart and want our students to leave here with great memories like I did.”
Obama AwardsPine street elementary ends school year on a high note
The YMCA Academies of South DeKalb saluted their young fry during graduation ceremonies held at Berean Christian Church in Stone Mountain. The children sang, wiggled and beamed with wide smiles as parents snapped pictures of the class of 2011.
Pine Street honorees: (Names are not in order) Melvin Brown, Jentson Collins, Emily Lents, Taylor Wilkinson, Katiria Gaona, Reynaldo Lopez-Molina, Axel Aburto and Olivia Talley.
Photos by Glenn L. Morgan/OCG News
Photo by Joshua Smith/OCG News
Photo by Joshua Smith/OCG News
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Congratulations to our Granddaughters. We are very proud of you and all of your accomplishments. Remember to always put God first and He will bless your future endeavors.
Best Wishes, Granddaddy and Grandma,
Joseph and Betty James
Magnet ProgramMarching and Concert Bands
Panther Pals Mentoring ProgramHonor Roll, 3.0GPA, Discus Awards Recipient,
Converse College Towers ScholarshipSouthwest Dekalb Spirit Committee
Schools of Acceptance: Valdosta State University; Spelman College;
North Carolina Central University;Converse College
Nia will attend Converse College, Spartanburg, S. C. and major in Art History.
Nia Imani MosbySouthwest DeKalb High School
B. S. EnglishYouth Volunteer of the Year Award
Dean’s List, 3.0 GPA
Aspirations: Study Technical Writing, Earn a Masters Degree in Learning Technology, become
Owner of E-Book Publishing Company
Kimberly Denise JamesGeorgia State University
Art Club, Sisters in Action Organization
Advanced Placement Studio Art Club
Berlissa plans to attend The Art Institute of Atlanta.
Berlissa LaShon JamesSouthwest DeKalb High School
Future Business Leaders of America
Sisters in Action Organization,Yearbook Committee
Honor Roll, 3.1 GPA
Kierra plans to attend Macon State College as a PreMed student.
Kierra NaSean JamesSouthwest DeKalb High School
Antonia Knonica Valtenica WoodsMaynard Holbrook Jackson High School
Octavious AndrewsStone Mountain High School
Travus Wyche Henry County High School
Brandi BakerLuella High School
Dorian PartridgeSouthwest DeKalb High School
Timothy Matthews Miller Grove High School
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BETA Club, National Honor Society,
Band for four years, played clarinet.
She will attend UGA in the fall and pursue a degree in accounting.
Briana GoodeHeritage High, Conyers
Congratulations, I’m very proud of you. You have truly been a blessing
in my life. I want to wish you much success in your future endeavors.
Love from your mom,Ann
Varsity football, competition &TopNotch Allstar cheerleader,Varsity Track(state qualified),
Band (clarinet),Student Council, Key Club,
HOSA Club
Attending Valdosta State University,Major - Biology
Lindsay EzellHeritage High, Conyers
Congratulations, LindsayAcknowledge God first and every
thing you do after that will be successful.
Love from Mom and Dad,Wanta and Reginald Ezell
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six commencement exercises connect the Griffin family
L-R: Siblings Marcus and Taryn, who are twins, and sisters Demetria and Jessica all pose with their parents, Pamela and Dr. Alvin Griffin, M.D., at Mercer University where they celebrated Demetria’s graduation.
By Valerie J. Morgan
The Griffin family in Lithonia believes in hitting the books. That’s evident from the diplomas, degrees and
medals they’ve earned. All five family members—mom, dad, two daughters and a son—are graduates this season.
Dr. Alvin Griffin, a family physician in Conyers for 20 years, and his wife, Pamela Griffin, who teaches at Shadow Rock Elementary School in Lithonia, say education has always been a family affair. For three weeks, they’ve attended one another’s graduation. The couple’s daughter, Jessica, received her bachelor’s degree in speech communications with an emphasis in journalism and sports marketing from Tennessee State University on May 7; daughter, Demetria, received her doctorate of pharmacy degree from Mercer University on May 14; twins, Marcus and Taryn, graduated from DeKalb County’s Stephenson High School on May 20. Dr. Griffin received his 25-year medallion from Meharry Medical College on May 21 and Pamela Griffin will receive her master’s of education in curriculum and instruction from Central Michigan University on June 11. “Six commencement exercises: I guess you could say we’ve been busy,” said Dr. Griffin.
Griffin said his family has been looking forward to all of the commencement exercises after juggling busy schedules all school year.
“My kids grew up knowing that they were going to college, and so did my wife and I,” said Dr. Griffin. “Education has always been a priority. That was just the way we were raised.”
Griffin said his mother, who raised him as a single parent on a teacher’s salary, instilled in him and his five siblings the importance of getting a good education—which meant going to college.
“For graduation, my mom would give us a set of luggage with our initials on them. That was her way of reminding us that she expected us to go to college,” said Dr. Griffin. “She taught us that the key to success was a good education.”
The Griffin twins, the youngest children of Dr. Griffin and Pamela Griffin, are, of course, planning to go to college in the fall. Marcus plans to attend North Carolina Central University and major in history and political science. He will run track at the university. Taryn, who received over $200,000 in scholarship offers and is the recipient of an award by the Organization of DeKalb Educators, will attend Bethune Cookman University and study chemistry. Taryn plans to participate in the college’s band.
The 100 Black Men of DeKalb Salutes the Graduating Seniors of the Chapter’s Leadership Academy
Arabia Mountain High SchoolMalcolm Pickett
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DeKalb Chamber welcomes Kennesaw University leader The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce will welcome Kennesaw
State University’s Distinguished Chair of the school’s Sigel Institute for Leadership, Dr. Betty Siegel, to its First Monday Lunch Series on June 6, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., at the Ravinia Club & Spa, Two Ravinia Drive, Atlanta.
Sigel will discuss and cover Ethical Leadership. She was the first woman to head an institution in the 35-unit University System of Georgia and was the longest-serving female president of a public university in the nation.
She was president of Kennesaw State from 1981-2006. Under her administration, Kennesaw State grew from 4,000 students with 15 baccalaureate degree programs to an 18,000-student University with 55 baccalaureate and graduate degree programs.
Now retired, as an international motivational speaker on ethics, leadership, character education, and the concerns of women, she has delivered keynote addresses at hundreds of national, regional and state conferences throughout 50 states, Puerto Rico and 11 foreign countries.
The networking luncheon is $45 to attend. For more information or to register in advance, call 404-378-8000 or visit www.dekalbchamber.org.
Women on a Mission to host network meeting Gwinnett’s Women on a Mission to Earn Commission will host a free
networking event for businesswomen on June 8, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., at Luciano’s, 6555 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth. The event will feature a premier networking group designed to appeal to businesswomen who are already successful and simply want to grow more. It is not designed to appeal to commissioned sales people only. WOAMTEC is looking for any strong woman who wants to increase her company’s overall exposure, revenue and profit. Women who have achieved on different levels of personal success are welcome to share their knowledge and experiences with other women on a social and interpersonal level as well.
There is no cost to attend, however, you must register in advance by calling Brandi Baldwin at 404-553-2909.
Learn proper procedures with MSRBBusinesses, both small and large, and investors are invited to attend the
Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board’s free outreach seminar on June 14, 11:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., at the Omni Hotel at the CNN Center, 100 CNN Center Atlanta.
The Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board (MSRB) will host an education and outreach event for Atlanta-area municipal market professionals. The event will provide an opportunity for market professionals to learn about the development of rules and professional qualifications for municipal advisors and ongoing municipal securities dealer rulemaking. Industry professionals, including municipal entities, investors, dealers and municipal advisors, can attend. The session will provide information about the MSRB’s expanded mission to protect municipal entities, the development of professional qualifications for municipal advisors and municipal advisor and dealer rulemaking.
There is no cost to attend. Pre-registration is required. To register, contact Tina Hanachi at [email protected]. 703-797-6600 or 404-249-1000.
Networking, job search for executives set Executive Job Networking will host a job hiring and networking event for
interested executives on June 14, 8:30 – 11 a.m., at the Residence Inn by Marriott, 6096 Barfield Road, Atlanta.
Take control of your job search, develop a more effective and powerful approach and get results. This forum is for experienced executives.
Participants will have an opportunity to discuss background, the role you’re looking for and where you need help (i.e., target companies, contacts, associations).
The cost to attend is $30. Register online at www.executivesnetwork.com or call 404-252-5066.
Get leads at after-hours networking The Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce will host an after-hours networking
event on June 16, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m., at the Purple Rain Restaurant and Lounge, 3550 Mall Boulevard, Duluth.
Participants can gather business leads and networking with more than 300 Chamber members.
The cost to attend is $10. Adults only. For more information or to register in advance, call Contact Kim Jones at 770-232-8805 or [email protected] for more information.
ABL sets Business Power Forum The Atlanta Business League will host its Business Power Forum on June
21, 5:30 – 7 p.m. at the Atlanta Life Financial Group Building, 100 Auburn Ave., Atlanta. The Atlanta Business League hosts its Business Power Forums as an informative gathering where attendees are given the opportunity to hear from some of the cities best and brightest entrepreneurs and CEO’s of major corporations.
Before leaving, attendees have the opportunity to hear the experiences of a seasoned business professional, gain valuable tips in the areas of business management, marketing, and/or technology, meet some of the businesses for ABL members and enjoy a networking reception; complete with hot hors d’oeuvres.
There is no cost to attend, but you must register in advance at www.atlantabusinessleague.org or call 404-584-8126.
Human resource professionals set mixerThe National Association for African Americans in Human Resources
Atlanta will host its Spring Mixer on June 8, 5:30 to 8 p.m., at No Mas! Hacienda & Cantina, Castleberry Hill, 180 Walker Street S.W., Atlanta.
The cover charge is $20. Those who donate items to the Red Cross’ for flood and tornado victims will earn a $5 discount.
To register and pay for the mixer or for more information, visit www.naaahratlanta.org. You may also pay at the door (cash or checks only).
small business forum in lithonia offers entrepreneurs
success strategies
Small business owner Thad Mayfield waits to address a panel of accountants, bankers, financial advisors and others at the 94th District Small Business Forum in Lithonia.
Fred Boscarino, president/CEO of the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce (right) joins two panelists preparing to speak to small business owners.
By Joshua Smith
For entrepreneur Thad Mayfield, the 94th District Small Business Forum held at Lithonia’s Lucious Sanders Recreation Center proved to be a great use of his lunch break.
“The presenters were very informative,” said Mayfield, who owns a consulting company that helps small businesses. “The forum provided a way to meet other business owners and find potential partners. “
State Rep. Dar’shun Kendrick, D-94, hosted the May 19 event, which brought together county economic development resources, the DeKalb County Office of Parks and Cultural Affairs, Georgia Power, the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce and DeKalb Chamber of Commerce. About 120 people attended.
“As a small business attorney, I am humbled to be able to bring together resources to empower business within my community,” Kendrick said. “I look forward to hearing feedback on the event and what we can do to help our small businesses because they are the backbone of the economy.”
Those who attended the forum had the opportunity to learn critical small business pointers like the proper steps to starting a business, the process of converting to an LLC and proper tax preparation for employees.
Lithonia City Councilwoman Doreen Carter said bringing those resources under one roof is key.
“I think it’s very important for people who own small businesses to take advantage of free events like this so they don’t make costly mistakes” said Carter, who is an accountant by profession. “A lot of times, small businesses can’t afford to pay for classes or they don’t have a business plan. The forum provided an opportunity for them to interact with those who have the answers.”
Mayfield, whose company helps small businesses to create business plans, agrees with Carter.
“Finding partnerships is the only way you will survive in today’s market,” said Mayfield, CEO of FOCOM (a combination of the words focus and commitment). “As small businesses, we are always competing. But we must start thinking of ways to work together such as two competing caterers working together to serve a major corporation’s banquet.”
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Hospice Atlanta hosts bereavement support group Anyone who has lost a loved one is invited to attend the Hospice Atlanta
Center’s bereavement support group on Wednesdays, 10 – 11:30 a.m. Chaplin Daphne Clement, D. Min, BCC and the center’s bereavement
coordinator Schaune Griffin host this support group. 404-846-2994.
DeKalb Medical takes on osteoporosis DeKalb Medical will host a free discussion covering osteoporosis on June
3, 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., in the hospital’s theater room, 2701 North Decatur Road, Decatur.
Osteoporosis is a major public health threat for an estimated 44 million Americans, 55 percent of these victims are senior citizens. The majority of individuals with osteoporosis do not know they have it until they fracture a bone. Osteoporosis is a decrease in the density of the bone. In some cases, a person with osteoporosis can fracture a bone just from sneezing.
DeKalb Medical primary care physician, Lekeshia Jarrett, M.D., will lead the discussion on the amount of calcium needed in one’s diet, exercises and taking supplements. Come prepared with your questions.
A complimentary light breakfast will be served from 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. The discussion begins at 10:30 a.m. Register online at www.dekalbmedical.org for “Osteoporosis” or call 404-501-WELL.
The Loving Hands fights childhood obesityThe Loving Hands Ministry of Redemptive Life Christian Fellowship, 406
Pleasant Hill Road, N.W., Conyers, will host a free childhood obesity seminar on June 11, 9 – 11 a.m.
Facilitated by Pamela Mathis, parent center coordinator, the seminar will determine how parents in the community can help children have a healthy body, mind and spirit.
For more information, call Helen Morrow at 770-771-9226 or 770-922-1234.
HIV/AIDS seminar is set AID Atlanta will conduct an HIV/AIDS awareness seminar on June 4, 10 a.m.
– 12 p.m., at the Redan Recreation Center, 1839 Phillips Road, Lithonia. The free seminar, held in conjunction with the Stone Mountain/Lithonia
Graduate Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., will cover prevention of AIDS, living with HIV/AIDS and available treatments. AID Atlanta is a non-profit organization providing education and support services for people living with HIV and AIDS.
For more information, call Aidra N. Martin at 678-525-6155.
CEPTA tackles mental illness among HispanicsThe Mental Health America of Georgia and the Clinical for Education
Treatment and Prevention of Addiction (CETPA) will host the Project Healthy Moms Education Seminar on June 9, 11:30 a.m.
The goal of the luncheon is to generate awareness of perinatal mood disorders and to promote routine perinatal depression screenings among Hispanics. The meeting will be held at 6020 Dawson Blvd., Suite 1, Norcross.
Lunch is included. Please RSVP to attend by calling 678-904-1963 or e-mailing mhageorgia.org.
Healthy Summer Kick-off at Atlantic StationAtlantic Station and the Athletic Improvement and Mentoring program will
host the third Annual Healthy Summer Kick-Off on June 11, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m., at Atlantic Station, 1380 Atlantic Drive, Atlanta.
The free event will allow up to 1,000 youths and their families to participate in various activities designed to bring awareness and education to major heath issues affecting youths today.
The Health Summer Kick-Off will include free health, vision and dental screenings, diabetes, obesity, sickle cell, asthma, and HIV/AIDS education, healthy food samplings, fitness activities and fire and police safety. For more information, call Alma Davis at 678-957-9464.
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By AJ Hawkins
The health statistics tell the unhealthy story of black men: Black men live 7.1 years less than other racial groups. Forty percent die prematurely from cardiovascular disease and
44 percent are considered overweight, according to About.com Medical Review Board.
Those stats support the reason why more emphasis must be placed on helping black men lead more healthy lives. The subject is one that will be the focus of a symposium the Atlanta-Fulton Public Library is hosting on June 11, 11 a.m., at the Central Branch, 1 Margaret Mitchell Square, Atlanta.
Free health screenings, mini massages, preventive medicine and healthy cooking demonstrations will highlight the day’s events, and the community at large is encouraged to attend. The event is being presented in collaboration with the Georgia Caribbean American Heritage Coalition Inc. in observance Caribbean American Heritage Month and Men’s Health Awareness Month.
“The goal of the symposium is to educate black men in the community about their health, lifestyle and well being, so that they can live longer, healthier, and more productive lives,” said Dr. Jennifer Rooke, M.D.
Rooke is medical director and founder of Atlanta Lifestyle Medicine, which specializes in lifestyle interventions in the treatment and management of diseases. After the free health screenings at 11 a.m., there will be a seminar beginning at 1 p.m featuring Dr. James W. Reed M.D., author of “The Black Man’s Guide to Good Health: Essential Advice for African American Men and Their Families.” Following the seminar, there will be a panel discussion featuring Dr. Edward Layne M.D., gastroenterologist; Dr. Donovan Christie M.D. , internal medicine; Dr. James Roderique, M.D., orthopedic hand specialist; and Dr. James Bennett M.D., neurology. There will be an informative seminar on how certain health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, obesity, and erectile dysfunction can be prevented. Healthy variations of Caribbean food will be available to sample, as well as cooking demonstrations using healthy ingredients. The Men’s Health Symposium is free to the public. For more information, contact Dr. Jennifer Rooke by e-mail at [email protected] or by calling at 404-317-7268.
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Elizabeth Baptist to celebrate pastoral anniversary Elizabeth Baptist Church, 4245 Cascade Road, S.W., Atlanta, is honoring its
pastor, Craig L. Oliver, Sr., who is celebrating his 16th pastoral anniversary.Several guest pastors have been invited to speak during a month-long
anniversary celebration to help Pastor Oliver mark the milestone under the theme, “i-Pastor: 4G Net worth—Giving Great Guidance from God.”
Here’s the schedule: June 1, 7 p.m., Pastor Kerwin B. Lee, Berean Christian Church in Stone MountainJune 8, 7 p.m., Bishop Paul S. Morton of Changing A Generation Full Gospel Baptist Church, AtlantaJune 11, 6 p.m., Pastor E. Dewey Smith, Jr., Greater Travelers Rest Baptist Church, Decatur and Pastor Joseph Ratliff of Brentwood Baptist Church, Houston. June 12, 10:45 a.m., Pastor James Chandler of the Marvelous Light Christian Ministries, Lithia Springs.
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Emory Presbyterian presents sacred harp concert Emory Presbyterian Church, 1866 North Decatur Road, Atlanta, will host a
sacred harp and singing concert on June 2, 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.The program will feature early American hymns in a powerful, exuberant style
as seen in Awake My Soul. Beginners are welcome to come and learn. Instruction will be provided at the free program.
For more information, call 404-892-6836 or visit www.atlantasacredharp.org.
Voices of Faith to host father-daughter danceVoices of Faith’s Dance Ministry will host the “Daddy’s Little Girl Father-
Daughter Dance” on June 19, 6 p.m., in the church’s Family Life Center, 2500 Rockbridge Road, S.W., Stone Mountain.
The event is open to the young and the young at heart and their fathers for a night of fellowship and dancing.
The cost to attend is $30 per couple (father and daughter). Each additional daughter is $5. The deadline to purchase a ticket is June 15. No tickets will be sold at the door. For more information, call 770-498-5850, ext. 110.
Ray of Hope to host Hope through Health clinic Ray of Hope Christian Church will host the “Hope through Health” Community
Clinic on June 4, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., in the church’s Christian Education Complex, 2778 Snapfinger Road, Decatur.
This will be the Hope Through Health Clinic’s second mini clinic for 2011. The clinic’s focus will be “Family Wellness Day - Let’s Work It Out.”
Health experts will cover topics such as Guard Your Heart, How’s Your Sugar? Stay Connected, and Your Body is Your Temple—Mind, Body, and Spirit.
To register, call 770-696-5100.
G.L.A.D. dance recital set at Fairfield Fairfield Baptist Church’s G.L.A.D. liturgical dance ministry will host its second
“Dansical: The Revolution of Dance” on June 11, 5 p.m., in the church’s family life center, 6133 Redan Road, Lithonia.
The Giving to God, Living for God, and Dancing to the Glory of God or G.L.A.D. program will highlight the origins of dance and the development of the more contemporary moves of today. The recital is free. For more information, call 770-482-7660, ext. 101.
The Greater Solid Rock hosts Unity Day The Greater Solid Rock Baptist Church, 6280 Camp Road, Riverdale, invites
family, friends and the entire community to celebrate Unity Day on June 12, 10:45 am. The speaker for the celebration will be Pastor Eric D. Jackson, Sr. of Greater Heights Christian Church in Lithonia. He will discuss the foundationof family and the role of dedicated parents. Participants are invited to hear this preacher and be spiritually uplifted and encouraged. Local choirs will also perform.
For more information, call 770-997-4666.
Clarkston sets Vacation Bible SchoolClarkston First Baptist Church, 3999 Church Street, Clarkston, will host its
Vacation Bible School on June 13 – 17, 7 – 8:30 p.m.All ages are invited to take a walk down Main Street to the annual “Inside and
Out & Upside Down on Main Street” Vacation Bible School where “Jesus Makes a Difference Every Day.” Each night, participants journey down different avenues, lanes, drives, roads and parkways that will teach them about the following themes: gratitude, compassion, forgiveness, grace and faithfulness. Light meals will be served 6:15 to 6:50p.m.
For more information, call 404-292-5686 ext. 221, email [email protected] or visit us at www.clarkstonfbc.org.
Emmanuel A.M.E. celebrates Juneteenth Emmanuel A.M.E. Zion Church, 5746 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain, will
celebrate its 10th Annual Juneteenth celebration on June 18, 10 a.m. – 2p.m. Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is a holiday
in the United States honoring African American heritage by commemorating the announcement of the abolition of slavery in the U.S. State of Texas in 1865. It s recognized as a state holiday on June 19 in 37 states of the United States.
This year’s theme at the Stone Mountain church is “Celebrating African American Entrepreneurs-Past, Present and Future.”
Voices of Faith welcomes azusa choir and orchestra
The Azusa Pacific University Gospel Choir and Orchestra blessed Voices of Faith Ministries with an uplifting performance during worship services held May 22.
By AJ Hawkins
Voices of Faith Ministries received a special blessing recently—one of song and energy—from a group of
students who comprise the Azusa Pacific University Gospel Choir and Orchestra at the church’s campuses in Stone Mountain and Conyers. The 110 California students and their conductor, Dr. John Sutton, performed at 10 churches in seven states during their 16-day tour, which brought the students more than 2,200 miles, and concluded in Georgia. In addition to their visit at Voices of Faith, the group also performed at First Baptist Church in Snellville.
Many of Voices of Faith’s members were surprised to see two towering concert speakers and the church’s entire pulpit packed with students when they arrived for Sunday services on May 22.
“Their gift of song was amazing. They set an outstanding worship atmosphere,” said LaKisha Gladden, a Voices of Faith member. “I didn’t expect them to blow us away with their talent the way they did.”
Families at the church opened their homes to provide housing and Southern hospitality to the students the day before the students’ performance.
“We had a great time with the students. We prepared dinner, watched movies, and fellowshipped together,” said
Fleming. “If we had another group of kids to come and needed a host, I would be more than happy to take them in.”
Robin Wilder, who helped coordinate housing for the students on behalf of Voices of Faith, said there was an outpouring of support from the congregation.
“We had 23 families to participate. Some families reached out to help as many as six students,” said Wilder.
The support is appreciated. The group relies on the support of churches it visits to help offset the costs of touring—about $1,500 per student. The school takes out a loan to assure that all can go, and then it becomes the students’ responsibility to raise the money to repay the loan.
The students had a chance to see many of Atlanta’s tourists’ attractions while they were in town. They visited the CNN Center, Coke-A-Cola Museum, and the Georgia Aquarium, all in downtown Atlanta.
Nicholas Green, a freshman at Azusa, was among some of the students who took many of those memories home.
“We loved everything about Atlanta, and despite the humidity, we had a great time,” said Green, who plays percussion with the orchestra. “Everyone had their phones and cameras taking pictures from the interstate.” The Azusa Pacific University Gospel
Choir and Orchestra travels annually during May to locations nationally and internationally visiting countries such as Mexico, Canada, and South Korea. The group’s accolades include
the Dove Award for the musical recording “Exaltation,” and a Grammy nomination for the Gospel recording Amen with the Cincinnati Pops Orchestra.
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