Past Events

Greenridge Community Informative Session

You can access the presentation shared during the Town Hall at https://bit.ly/3nQUphX. On September 20, 2021 DeKalb County District 7 Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson facilitated an important conversation to provide an update on the Watershed Management Capital Improvement Plan as it specifically affects the Greenridge Community. This presentation was shared with attendees. Greenridge Community Informative Session …

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DeKalb County District 7 Road to Green Town Hall

Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson for the Road to Green Town Hall where the use of gas leaf blowers in DeKalb County will be discussed. In addition, several DeKalb County departments will share their current green initiatives. DeKalb County District 7 Road to Green Town Hall September 29, 2021 6PM Presentations will be made by …

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DeKalb County District 7 Tree Planting Project

Antioch African Methodist Episcopal Church Inc. 765 South Hairston Road, Stone Mountain, GA, United States

WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please register to volunteer to join the Greater Hidden Hills CDC, Trees Atlanta and Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson to plant 50 trees along S. Hairston Road. Trees will provided courtesy of Trees Atlanta. November 13, 2021 | 9 AM Meet-up Location: Antioch A.M.E. Church (765 S. Hairston Road, Stone Mountain, GA 30083) …

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DeKalb County 2021 Fall Festival

Wade Walker Family YMCA 5605 Rockbridge Rd SW, Stone Mountain, GA, United States

Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson and the DeKalb County School District's (DCSD) Department of Family & Community Empowerment for a celebration to close out DCSD's Family Engagement Month and provide DeKalb's youth with a fun and impactful experience the whole family can enjoy. DeKalb County 2021 Fall Festival November 20, 2021 2PM - 5PM Wade …

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2nd Annual Stuff the Bus Holiday Toy Drive

Join District 7 Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson by stuffing the bus! Please drop off your donation of new unwrapped toys at either of these two locations: 2nd Annual Stuff the Bus Holiday Toy Drive December 4, 2021 10AM - 1PM South DeKalb Plaza 2726-88 Candler Rd Decatur, GA 30034 Northlake Mall 4800 Briarcliff Rd. NE Atlanta, …

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3rd Annual Lock-In For Life

Redan High School 5247 Redan Rd, Stone Mountain, GA, United States

Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson in partnership with DeKalb County School District & DeKalb County 100 Black Men present the 3rd Annual Lock-In For Life, an event that will bring together male students ages 13-18 from DeKalb County middle and high schools for fellowship, fun and enrichment. Several corporations will participate in the 3rd Annual Lock-In For …

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DeKalb County Housing Crisis Town Hall

Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Thursday, January 20, 2022, at 6PM for a candid discussion on the state of housing in DeKalb County, GA. The DeKalb County Housing Crisis Town Hall will feature real estate, development and housing experts who will discuss the county’s current offerings and what aid is available to residents who need …

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2022 DeKalb County District 7 Corridor Cleanup

Gather your friends, family, church groups, community organizations, clubs and colleagues to help clean up some of the busiest corridors in our community. Supplies, including pick-up sticks, gloves, and bags will be provided. In addition, coffee and water will also be provided. Youth ages 10 and older are welcome when accompanied by an adult. 2022 …

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3rd Annual DeKalb County Stuff the Bus School Supply Drive

South DeKalb Plaza 2726-88 Candler Rd, Dectaur, GA, United States

Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson by stuffing the bus! Please drop off your donation of essential school items. This event is co-sponsored by the DeKalb County School District, the Daughters of Electa Grand Chapter of Georgia and Women Inspiring and the Networking organization. 3rd Annual Stuff The Bus School Supply & Backpack Drive July 16, …

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