Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve Volunteer Day [Nov 12]

November 12 at 1pm

2580 Pine Bluff Dr.

Decatur, GA 30033

A group of volunteers from Emory will help with trail maintenance, English ivy removal, and other tasks.

For additional information on the Clyde Shepherd Nature Preserve, see http://www.cshepherdpreserve.org/

MANA Halloween Bash was Spooktacular!

from the Halloween Planning Committee...

The annual MANA Halloween bash was a HUGE success!!!  This year we had the largest attendance with close to 150 neighbors participating in crafts, games, and trick-or-treating.  There was a lot to do including a Candy Corn Relay, Pin the nose on the Pumpkin, Fear Factor (a favorite with the boys), and crafts such as pipe-cleaner pumpkins and BOOkmarks.  Children and adults alike were into the Halloween spirit dressing up in some amazing costumes.  Everyone was there, from tractors and Thomas the tank engine, princesses, dolphin and trainer, pig and farmer, and even a scary Jason from Friday the 13th!

MANA also sponsored a neighborhood-wide house decorating contest.  Many neighbors rose to the challenge, and though the decisions were tough, it was finally narrowed down to two.  First place- House on Desmond at the corner of Scott Circle.  This year they really outdid themselves with not just creepy figures, but lots of smoke and sound effects as well.  Definitely spooky and creative.

Second place- On Scott Circle, at the corner of Desmond.  Very creative set-up with a unifying skeleton theme, and little kid friendly. 

Thanks to all the houses that entered the contest.  We look forward to seeing your houses again next year!

We would like to thank all the volunteers that made the Halloween bash successful.   And a very special thank you to those who did so in costume!  Carla, Kathryn, Adrianne, Barbara, Bev, Judy, Stephen, Theresa, Pat, Michelle, Jean, Kerri, Sherri, Tom, and Marla all volunteered their time and effort to bring us such a wonderful event.  And thanks to Barbara for the images below.

Little trick o' treaters

Grown-ups also joined the fun

Fun at the activities table

Little tykes prepare to maraud...

Suburban Plaza / Walmart Meeting

Re: our November 2 meeting, we are typing up our notes about the meeting and will share those in the very near future.

Thank you all for a great meeting!

If you have questions or comments, please email medlockassoc@gmail.com

Below are a few images shared by the Selig and Walmart representatives who attended the meeting. Click to enlarge. Please note that these are concepts and not finalized versions. Your feedback is welcome.

Suburban Plaza concept: view from N. Decatur Rd.

Walmart concept: entrance

Walmart concept: frontage

Walmart concept: grocery section

Suburban Plaza concept: refacing

Suburban Plaza concept: remodeled walkway (this represents the area currently near BigLots), with added skylights. 

Dog found [Medlock / Gaylemont]

Little Annabelle is now home. Yay!

Trick Or Treat! [Oct 31]

MANA-ical fun awaits...

This is but a sampling of what's out there. Be afraid, be veeery afraid.

See the flyer for details.

Laurel Ridge Elementary Fall Festival [Nov. 5]

Laurel Ridge Elementary's Fall Festival is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 5.
11am - 3pm
1215 Balsam Drive, Decatur GA 300033

This link has information as well as a registration form for vendors.

Firework alert (Diwali) [Oct 28]

A neighbor has alerted us that there will be fireworks at Patel Plaza on Friday night. These are part of the celebration of Diwali ("festival of lights").

Those with sound-sensitive pets may want to take note.