Past Events

DeKalb County Housing Crisis Solutions Town Hall

Please Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson for a candid discussion on the state of housing in DeKalb County, GA and the currents steps taking place on the local and state level to provide permanent housing solutions. DeKalb County Housing Crisis Solutions Town Hall Thursday, August 25, 2022 6PM Topics That Will Be Discussed: DeKalb County’s TLAC program …

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Walden Pond Update Community Meeting

Please join us for a detailed update on the current status of Code Compliance and county actions related to Walden Pond. During this informative meeting you will hear from several departments directly responsible for court actions and future enforcement of code compliance associated with the community. Walden Pond Update Community Meeting August 31, 2022 6PM …

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3rd Annual DeKalb County Business Owner Summit

Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson at the 3rd Annual DeKalb County Business Owner Summit taking place Oct. 5. Last year’s Summit focused on how to assist and equip DeKalb’s most vulnerable businesses in navigating through the effects of COVID-19. This year’s Summit encourages attendees to ‘Go All In’ and truly execute their business from inception …

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DeKalb County District 7 Bicentennial Celebration & Glass Orb Quest

Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve 3787 Klondike Rd, Stonecrest, GA, United States

Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson for a fun-filled glass treasure quest to commemorate the 200th Anniversary of DeKalb County. Come to Davidson-Arabia Mountain Nature Preserve to search for 200 limited edition, one-of-a-kind, hand blown and engraved glass orbs created by Decatur Glassblowing! *first come, first serve DeKalb County District 7 Bicentennial Celebration & Glass Orb …

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Inaugural Spirit of DeKalb Awards

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

The Inaugural Spirit of DeKalb Awards Gala is 2022’s premier awards event and District 7 celebration in honor of DeKalb County’s Bicentennial anniversary. Founded by Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson and co-sponsored by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce, the Spirit of DeKalb Awards Gala recognizes the accomplishments of DeKalb County businesses, philanthropists and civic leaders throughout the …

4th Annual Lock-In For Life

DeKalb Family, I am hosting the 4th Annual Lock-In For Life, in partnership with the DeKalb County 100 Black Men and the DeKalb County School District on December 9, 2022. This event will bring together male students ages 13-18 from DeKalb County middle and high schools for fellowship, fun and enrichment. Several corporations will participate …

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3rd Annual DeKalb District 7 Stuff the Bus Holiday Toy Drive

Join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson by stuffing the bus! Please drop off your donation of new unwrapped toys. For more info, email [email protected]. 3rd Annual DeKalb District 7 Stuff the Bus Holiday Toy Drive Saturday, December 17, 2022 10 AM - 1 PM Two Drop-off Locations: The Gallery at South DeKalb Mall 2801 Candler Rd. Decatur, …

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DeKalb County Charter Review Town Hall

Manuel J. Maloof Auditorium 1300 Commerce Dr., Decatur, GA, United States

Join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson (Super District 7) and Commissioner Edward "Ted" Terry (Super District 6) for an overview and understanding of the DeKalb County Organizational Act. DeKalb County Charter Review Town Hall Thursday, February 23, 2023 6PM HISTORIC CONTEXT The DeKalb Charter Review Commission to conduct a comprehensive review of the Organizational Act that established …

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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 …

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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 …

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