Tucker Library Dedication on January 23, 2010

The new, state-of- the-art Tucker-Reid H. Cofer Library will open in January 2010. The dedication ceremony for the new facility is scheduled for Saturday, January 23 at 11:00 a.m. at the library branch's new location, 5234 LaVista Rd. (at the intersection of LaVista Road and Lawrenceville Highway in Tucker). The public is invited to join DeKalb CEO Burrell Ellis, county commissioners, library trustees, administrators and staff for the ceremony, which will include a ribbon cutting, tours of the new building, and refreshments.

The 25,000-square-foot building, designed by the architectural firm of Leo A. Daly and constructed by the Hogan Construction Group, will hold 82,000 volumes and includes 42 public access computers, a computer lab, special areas for children and teens and a café. Service begins at the branch on Monday, January 25 at 10:00 a.m. For more information, call 404-370-8450, ext. 2224.

Come Celebrate the Grand Opening of Tucker High School – Phase I

Tucker High School has been a major part of the Tucker community and prides itself on a longstanding tradition of excellence. We invite you to come celebrate with the staff, students and community of Tucker High School.

January 14, 2010


5 PM‐6 PM: Reception for our community, business owners, and local organizations
6 PM‐7 PM: Guided tours of new school
7 PM‐8 PM: Curriculum Night – Parents, Students & Teachers

(Since parking at the school is still somewhat limited, additional parking is available at First Baptist Church and Tucker First United Methodist Church.)

DeKalb Federation of Garden Clubs News

The January Program for the DeKalb Federation will be held on Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. in the Courtyard at Callanwolde.The program is “Gardening With Conifers – Four Season Color” given by Mr. Tom Cox, Cox Arboretum and Gardens.

Community Gardening

Hosted by CEO Burrell Ellis and

Commissioner Kathie Gannon

Saturday, January 30, 2010

9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Georgia Perimeter College, Decatur Campus

Interested in starting a garden in your community? Looking for access to fresh, local fruits and vegetables? Join us to find out more about the new Community Gardens initiative in DeKalb County. Workshop participants will have the opportunity to talk to representatives from local farms and gardens, and sign up for Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) and DeKalb County Community Gardens. This event is free.

Northlake Community Alliance Shred Day

Saturday, January 23, 2010

9:00 a.m. - Noon

Resurgens Bank Building

2300 Henderson Mill Road

(across from Bambinelli’s)

Defend yourself against fraud and identity theft. Take advantage of our on-site shredding of personal information. Bring your sensitive paperwork

such as tax records, credit card statements and canceled checks to be shredded on site. Any donations benefit the Northlake Community Alliance.

Dues Deadline

Dues of $25 are payable NO LATER than the February meeting. If you are planning to go inactive, notify the membership chairman and pay inactive dues of $30. You can turn in your check to the treasurer or leave it in her mailbox.

January Field Trip

The January field trip will be to the Atlanta Civic Center to see Diana: A Celebration, Chronicling the Life of the Late Princess of Wales. This exhibition will feature more than 150 personal objects that chronicle Princess Diana’s life, including artifacts, photos, family jewels, designer clothing and the famous wedding gown from her 1981 Royal Wedding to Prince Charles. For more information, see http://www.dianaexhibition.com

The field trip will take place on Thursday, January 28. Meet at 9:30 at Winding Vista. Lunch will be at Mary Mac’s Tea Room. The cost of the tour is $18.50 for adults and $15.50 for seniors.