Special thanks to Salem Bible Church's Senior Pastor Dr. Joseph L. Williams and Pastor Emeritus Reverend Jasper W. Williams Jr. for bestowing Trailblazer Awards as a celebration of black history. On Sunday February 23rd, I had the pleasure of being presented a Trailblazer Award from Salem Bible Church for dedication and commitment to church and community. I enjoyed the attendance and support of Mayor, William "Bill" Edwards, family, friends, and my Salem church family, including the Coinonia Ministry where I have the pleasure of serving in ministry. Other honorees included Artist Kevin Cole and Commissioner Eldrin Bell.

Kudos to City of South Fulton Police Department for hosting healthy eats vegan and plant-based foods pop up. On February 18 the COPS Unit held “Healthy Eat To ur” at the Southwest Arts Center and featured approximately 10 vegan businesses. Attendees had the chance to enjoy samples of a variety of tasty vegan dishes and healthy food options. We will be working to bring more healthy eating options to our city.

20 Year Anniversary Celebration - Arbor Terrace at Cascade Senior Living celebrated its 20th year anniversary with a roaring 20's themed celebration. It was a pleasure to issue a proclamation to commemorate the occasion. Arbor Terrace also received a Black History proclamation from Governor Brian Kemp.

This year's South Metro Development Outlook (SMDO) Conference was held on February 20, at the Georgia International Convention Center (GICC) . The Conference addressed planning, economic development, transportation, infrastructure and related issues facing South Fulton County.

MARTA's public art program , called Artbound , is calling for artists to design a large piece of artwork that will be installed on the concourse level across from the fare gates at Airport Station. The art installation is part of a renovation of the concourse level and boarding platform area that includes replacing all floor, wall and ceiling finishes, along with a newly designed rideshare store. The station canopy will also be redesigned to allow natural light to filter through and complement new LED lighting. Airport Station is the final station on the south end of the Red and Gold lines. It is nestled in-between the north and south baggage claim areas on the west end of the domestic terminal. Artists must have a strong portfolio to submit and work primarily in two-dimensional space. Local, national, and international artists are encouraged to apply. Applications are due by March 2 at 5 p.m and have to be submitted via  WeTransfer.com , read the instructions for submission below.

As part of its economic development strategic plan, the City of South Fulton is investing big in small business. On Tuesday, the city celebrated the launch of CollabSouth as part of its National Entrepreneurship Week festivities. The coworking and business resource center will be located in the Old National corridor and in the Red Oak district. The city is also holding the 2020 Franchise Seminar on Saturday to help inform and empower new and aspiring business owners. Read complete article at:

South Fulton Hopes to Cultivate Next Wave of Entrepreneurs with Franchise Seminar - South Fulton Observer

Big Brothers Big Sisters Issues Challenge to South Fulton to Match 60 Youth - South Fulton Observer

#COSFGACares - BBBS of Metro Atlanta is partnering with the City of South Fulton in a campaign to match 60 children with 60 Big Brothers or Big Sisters. Stand with us and learn what it takes to become a Defender of Potential as a mentor to a child in your community. On Thursday, March 12 at the South Fulton Arts Center come out to information session at the South Fulton Arts Center, 4645 Butner Rd, South Fulton, GA 30349 to learn more.

The Fulton County School System announces its spring kindergarten registration dates. Parents of incoming kindergarten students, as well as other new students entering school in August, can register their children for the 2020-2021 school year. Registration will occur at all Fulton County elementary schools. To register new students, parents should visit the school their child will attend in the fall. To find information about enrollment, parents can visit the Fulton County website.

 

Pre-K Registration - I n addition, over 1,800 spaces in pre-kindergarten classes are available at 45 elementary schools throughout the county. Pre-kindergarten registration dates vary by school and enrollment is handled by a lottery system. Parents also can visit the Georgia Department of Early Care and Learning's website at www.decal.ga.gov , to determine the availability of other privately-funded pre-K program providers. For more information and application, visit  https://www.fultonschools.org/PreK today .

Asa Phillip Randolph Elementary Pre-K Enrollment

March 25, 2020 | 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Calling all social entrepreneurs with a 501 (c) 3. The  United Way of Greater Atlanta in DeKalb, Fulton and Gwinnett  is giving away money to the winner who convinces the judges they have the best socially conscious organization. Spark will be investing in South Fulton social entrepreneurs and awarding up to $40,000 in cash prizes.

Please share, like and encourage your friends to participate and transform our communities. To learn more about the 2020 Spark Prize South Fulton Competition, contact Vanessa Rousell at [email protected] .

The City of South Fulton Community Development & Regulatory Affairs Department will hold a Power of Compliance seminar on Thursday, March 12, 2020 at the Southwest Arts Center at 6 p.m. Come on out to learn more about our city's policies, regulations, standards and procedures.

Upcoming City Meetings

VIDEO: Work Session - Feb. 11 @ 5 PM

VIDEO: Council Meeting - Feb. 11 @ 7 PM

Community News/Happenings/Events

PUBLIC SAFETY

“A Song For Coretta”  is a loving, evocative tribute to a remarkable woman whose life inspired and uplifted the lives of so many others. It’s February 7, 2006, rain pours down, and strangers gather outside the Ebenezer Baptist Church, waiting their turn to pay homage to Mrs. King’s remains inside. Five women, different ages, different circumstances, different reasons to attend, converge outside the church entrance and learn about tolerance, acceptance and the strength to go on, in spite of adversity.

A respectable society widow, over 40, who met Mrs. King as a child, a pushy college wannabe journalist, a middle aged portrait artist and Katrina survivor, a street-smart, wise-mouthed teen-aged mother-to-be, and a traumatized Iraq war veteran contemplating desertion: all have faced harsh realities, and all seek inspiration from the woman they have come to honor. Lives that at first seem so alien and inspire hostility, begin to resonate with commonality.This production is directed by New African Grove Artistic Director, Keith Franklin.

Southwest Arts Center Presents True Colors Theatre's

School Girls

Jocelyn Bioh's School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls play tells the story of Paulina, who has her sights set on winning the Miss Ghana pageant. Paulina is certain she will take home the title until she meets American transfer student, Erica.

The story set at a Ghanian boarding school in 1986 brings to the forefront the experiences that many young girls face today with self-esteem and body shaming. Mean Girls runs at the Southwest Arts Center through March 8.

Greek/HBCU Week | February 27 – March 1

Thursday, Feb. 27 at 7:30 p.m. Post-Show | Cast Meet + Greet

Friday, Feb. 28 – Sunday, March 1- All performances $10 off for box office ticket purchases.

Get  learn more about the cast of School Girls; Or, The African Mean Girls Play at  truecolorstheatre.org . Click below to buy tickets or subscribe to the True Colors Theatre Newsletter to stay informed about upcoming events.

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