THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE CITY OF
Life IMPACT
SUMMER2024
DOUGLASVILLE DOUGLASVILLE
MAYOR'SGREETING
Welcome to the Summer 2024 edition of our Douglasville Impact Newsletter! In this issue, you’ll find information about some of our most popular summer events. We’re excited to share that our Wednesday Wind Down series is moving to our beautiful GreyStone Amphitheater There is also a detailed layout of what we think are our Top 5 city events that we’d love for you to attend.
Also included in this edition is information about another project that we’ve been working on diligently this year, renovations at Jessie Davis Park! The park has been undergoing updates and changes for over a year now and will include amenities such as a
senior center building dedicated to senior programming, a new gym with additional indoor basketball courts and a walking track, a synthetic turf football field for our Tiger Cubs football team, zero-entry pool and splash pad play area, multi-use trail system, and more! I am looking forward to all our citizens being able to utilize the new amenities at Jessie Davis Park soon!
Lastly, our annual 4th of July Parade will extend to the Douglasville Town Green. Immediately following the parade, we invite attendees to enjoy festivities at the Douglasville Town Green
ROCHELLE ROBINSON
It’s one of our favorite times of year getting to celebrate our nation’s independence with our community God bless you all!
Stay connected with us on social media: @CityofDouglasvilleGA and visit our website at DouglasvilleGA.gov
Food MAINST Music& Trucks Mondays
MONDAYS, 5 - 8 PM / FREE
MAY 6 / JUNE 3 / JULY 1 / AUGUST 5
O'Neal Plaza, 6695 Church St
Kickstart your week with an abundance of delicious food, toe-tapping tunes, and good company!
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Wind Down at the GreyStone Amphitheater
Wednesday Wind Down is moving to the stunning GreyStone Amphitheater this season! Join us for evenings filled with live music, and fun against the backdrop of the beautiful outdoors
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JUNE 5 / 6PM
Traffic Jam Band
Ft Lilac Wine
JUNE 12 / 6PM
Kharisma Funk Band
Ft. Deuces Plus One
JUNE 19 / 6PM
Loose Chain Band
Ft Grooves Master
Brass Band
JUNE 26 / 6PM
Milkshake
Ft. Meeka Meeka
JULY 3 / 6PM
Something for the Soul
Ft Kimberly Sax
JULY 10 / 6PM
Purple Madness
Ft. Janet Jackson Tribute
JULY 17 / 6PM
Aviated Sound Band
Ft Spurgeon McWilliams
JULY 24 / 6PM
Richard Shaw Band
Ft. Khemistry Band
JULY 31 / 6PM
Who's Bad (M.J. Tribute)
Saturdays / 9:30 - 10:30 AM
MAY 11 + JUN 1
Sunday / 6:00 - 7:00 PM
MAY 19
Douglasville Town Green / FREE. Bring your yoga mat!
Yoga
Green Green
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SavortheSweetLife
In partnership with National Cancer Survivors Day, the City of Douglasville will have music, free Hermana’s Italian Ice, and games at O’Neal Plaza on Sunday, June 2nd from 12-2PM Come celebrate life and connect with cancer survivorslet's Savor the Sweet Life together.
SeniorFestival
Adults 55+ are invited to A Senior Affair: Jazz Festival & Picnic on Thursday, May 30th from 11AM-3PM at the Douglasville Town Green. This event is in partnership with Douglas County Senior Services
ChurchSt.FarmersMarket
Our weekly outdoor market is moving to the Douglasville Town Green this season Join local growers and artisans Tuesdays, June 4th through October 29th from 3-7PM for local produce, specialty foods, handmade crafts, and more Bring the family out for a delightful outing.
CopsandCars
On Saturday, June 1st from 124PM, join the Douglasville Police Department for their annual Cars and Cops event at the Police Department, 2083 Fairburn Rd. Come out and enjoy the vintage cars and good food!
ScreenontheGreen
The popular Screen on the Green moves to the Douglasville Town Green! We’ll kick-off the series on Friday, June 7th at dusk. Come enjoy an evening watching a family friendly film Bring blankets and snacks!
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Summer
CALENDAR
Food Trucks
& Music Mondays
May 6, June 3, July 1 / 5PM
Downtown Douglasville
Mother’s Day Brunch
for Adults 50+
Thursday, May 9 / 11AM
Alice J Hawthorne
Community Center
Yoga on the Green
Saturday, May 11 / 9:30AM
Douglasville Town Green
Paws on the Lawn
& Silent Auction
Saturday, May 11 / 10AM
Police Department
Evening Yoga
Wednesday, May 15 / 5:30PM
Police Department
Yoga on the Green
Sunday, May 19 / 6PM
Douglasville Town Green
Ward 2 Town Hall Meeting
Tuesday, May 21 / 6PM
Douglasville Conf Center
Yoga on the Green
Saturday, June 1 / 9:30AM
Douglasville Town Green
Cars and Cops Car Show
Saturday, June 1 / 12PM
Police Department
Church St. Farmers Market
Tuesdays, 3-7PM
June 4 - October 29
Douglasville Town Green
Splash-N-Play
Thursday, June 6 / 12PM
Fowler Field
Evening Yoga
Wednesday, June 12 / 5:30PM
Police Department
Adaptive Field Play Day
Friday, June 21 / 11AM
Hunter Memorial Park
Fishing Derby
Saturday, June 22 / 9AM
Hunter Memorial Park
Evening Yoga
Wednesday, June 26 / 5:30PM
Police Department
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America’s Independence
Day Festivities
Thursday, July 4
> Parade @ 10AM
Downtown Douglasville
> Festival @ 11AM
Douglasville Town Green
> Fireworks @ Dusk
Arbor Place Mall
and surrounding areas
Evening Yoga
Wednesday, July 17 / 5:30PM
Police Department
Ladies Summer Tea Party
Saturday, July 27 / 10AM
Police Department
Evening Yoga
Wednesday, July 31 / 5:30PM
Police Department
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MANAGER'S DESK
As we approach the summer season, our goal is to deliver high-quality programming for our residents and ensure we are offering a range of inclusive options that serve various age groups, interests, and demographics.
Our Parks and Recreation Department continues to offer a wide variety of camps and programs that cater to children Ranging from skill-based learning to athletics, kids have a range of camps to choose from.
MARCIA HAMPTON FROM THE CITY
this summer with both new and recurring events.
Conversely, activities for seniors will continue at Jessie Davis Park
As mentioned in the mayor’s message, renovations at Jessie Davis Park continue The planning for these renovations originated from the Parks Master Plan. This year will see numerous updates to various city plans, including the Downtown Master Plan and Comprehensive Plan, amongst others These plans are crucial in helping city staff map out the community’s desires, with community input being an essential component. Thank you for consistently coming out to support the decision-making process
For more information on ongoing plans and projects in Douglasville, please visit DouglasvilleGA gov/projects
PARADE - 10AM
Downtown Douglasville
FIREWORKS AT DUSK
FESTIVAL - 11AM
Douglasville Town Green
Arbor Place Mall and surrounding areas
Register your float today!
DouglasvilleGA gov/parade
$45 per entry. Registration & fee due by 12 noon on June 30.
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Celebration HAPPENS HERE
Independence America's A FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Summer Summer
MEMORIAL DAY
Monday, May 27
JUNETEENTH
Wednesday, June 19
INDEPENDENCE DAY
Thursday, July 4
FIREWORKS ORDINANCE
YourguidetolegalfireworksintheStateofGeorgia
STATE LAW
Per Georgia law
(not Douglasville law) citizens can shoot fireworks without a permit
JULY 3 AND JULY 4 between the hours of 10:00 AM – 11:59 PM.
POLICE CALLS
Holidays, particularly the
4th of July, are among the busiest nights of the year for our police officers when they receive the most calls about DUIs and accidents, among other things. You can help keep the lines open for emergencies by not calling about fireworks between 10:00 AM and 11:59 PM, police officers will not be able to stop the fireworks.
KIND REMINDER
When planning your holiday activities with fireworks, we encourage you to practice kindness by keeping your neighbors in mind, especially those with young children or pets. Be mindful of the impact fireworks has on Veterans. A quick conversation with your neighbors could help them prepare for their needs
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REFERENCE O.C.G.A. § 25-10-2 PROHIBITED FIREWORKS ACTIVITIES
DOUGLASVILLE CITY COUNCIL
For all events and additional information, visit DouglasvilleGA.gov
TERRY S.
MILLER
Ward 1
678 449 3002
millert@douglasvillega gov
ELENA HUDSON
Ward 2, Post 2
678.449.3004
hudsone@douglasvillega.gov
NYCOLE
MILLER
Ward 2, Post 1
78.449.3012
illern@douglasvillega gov
ROCHELLE ROBINSON
City of Douglasville Mayor
678.449.3000
robinsonr@douglasvillega gov
SAM DAVIS
Ward 3, Post 2
678 449 3007
daviss@douglasvillega gov
HOWARD
M. ESTES
Ward 5
678 449 3010
estesh@douglasvillega gov
DR. LASHUN
BURR-DANLEY
Ward 3, Post 1
678 449 3006
danleyl@douglasvillega.gov
COACH CHRIS WATTS
Ward 4
678 449 3014
wattsc@douglasvillega gov
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