Past Events

2023 International Women’s Day Event

Blue Ribbon Grill 4006 Lavista Road, Tucker, GA, United States

International Women's Day is a global recognition celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. Join us for lunch and hear DeKalb County Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson speak about some of the issues facing women today in these areas. 2023 International Women’s Day Event March 8, 2023 12pm – 1pm Blue Ribbon Grill 4006 …

Free

DeKalb County District 7 Home Ownership Webinar

Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson for a special webinar highlighting United Community Bank's Possibilities Achieved Through Home Ownership Program (P.A.T.H.). DeKalb County District 7 Home Ownership Webinar March 9, 2023 6 PM Co-presenter: Jennine Hunter | AVP, Mortgage Loan Originator, United Community Bank The benefits of P.A.T.H. during this webinar will have a specific emphasis …

Free

Operation HOPE Homeownership Program

Operation HOPE is the leading global provider of financial dignity education programs. They provide powerful education and tools to prepare you for homeownership. Meet with their experts and get your questions answered. This workshop is provided at no cost to participants. Register to attend the upcoming webinar on Saturday, October 14, 2023 from 9 am …

E.M.B.A.R.C. Fall Migration Bird Walk

E.M.B.A.R.C. Youth Farm 1185 Rock Chapel Rd, Lithonia, GA, United States

This guided hike will be led by a Georgia Audubon field trip leader and the Park Naturalist from the E.M.B.A.R.C. Community Youth Farm. Witness species that are stopping over while making their journey south. This 1-mile walk offers a unique opportunity to explore the Youth Farm property and to view our feathered friends during fall …

E.M.B.A.R.C. Nature Play for Kids

E.M.B.A.R.C. Youth Farm 1185 Rock Chapel Rd, Lithonia, GA, United States

Walk through the Youth Farm Forest, climb on rocks, look for critters under logs, and explore the forest surroundings. You’ll be walking at least 1 mile, so be prepared to help your child if they need it. Expect to get dirty and wet, so wear clothes and shoes appropriate for the activity and weather. Bring …

Fall Festival and Ribbon Cutting at E.M.B.A.R.C. Youth Farm

East DeKalb at Bruce Street Senior Center 2449 Bruce Street, Lithonia, GA, United States

Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson will sponsor a ribbon cutting and Fall Festival event at the E.M.B.A.R.C. Youth Farm on October 28, 2023, from 12 noon to 4 p.m. This Fall Festival is the official kick-off of the highly anticipated E.M.B.A.R.C. Youth Farm. And is an occasion for families, friends, and neighbors to come together and celebrate …

DeKalb County Small Business Summit

Atlanta Gas Light Regional Business Center 2505 Brannen Rd. SE, Atlanta, GA, United States

We are excited to announce that registration is now open for the DeKalb County Small Business Summit, taking place on November 1, 2023, from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the Atlanta Gas Light Regional Business Center, located at 2505 Brannen Rd. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. Join us for a morning of learning and networking, …

2nd Annual Spirit of DeKalb Awards Gala

Perimeter Crowne Plaza Ravinia 4355 Ashford Dunwoody Rd NE, Atlanta, GA, United States

The 2nd Annual Spirit of DeKalb Awards Gala is DeKalb’s premiere fundraising and social event celebrating the accomplishments of extraordinary DeKalb residents, businesses, philanthropists, and civic leaders. Hosted by Atlanta's own Radio Personality and Motivational Speaker Ryan Cameron, the Spirit of DeKalb Awards Gala is organized by Super District 7 Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson and co-hosted …

E.M.B.A.R.C. Nature Play for Kids

E.M.B.A.R.C. Youth Farm 1185 Rock Chapel Rd, Lithonia, GA, United States

We'll walk through the youth farm forest, climb on rocks, look for critters, under logs, and more! We'll be walking at least 1 mile, so be prepared to help your child if they need it. Expect to get dirty and wet, so wear clothes and shoes appropriate for the activity and weather. Bring water bottles, …

E.M.B.A.R.C. Arbor Day Tree Planting

E.M.B.A.R.C. Youth Farm 1185 Rock Chapel Rd, Lithonia, GA, United States

Did you know trees improve watershed health, decrease air pollutants, and provide wildlife habitat? We are working with Trees Atlanta to bring tree planting to the E.M.B.A.R.C. Youth Farm! Participants will learn how to plant a tree correctly and understand the basics of tree I.D. Bring work gloves, closed-toed shoes, and a reusable water bottle. …