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Tuesday talk
Oct. 22?— More than 1.5 million Georgians have cast ballots during early voting, and the number could surpass 2 million today. There are only two weeks left until Election Day, Nov. 5.
?? Sunny and 77° today.
?? Rockdale County commissioners announced plans to sue BioLab over last month's chemical fire in Conyers, citing "four instances of negligence" in 20 years and calling for the facility's removal.
???One?left lane is closed for construction on I-85 Northbound Frontage Road from North Druid Hills Road to Tullie Circle for the next 50 days.
??Sandy Springs residents like the proposed Mount Vernon Highway-Long Island Drive intersection improvements, but nearby residents worry a traffic light will cause delays.
??? Nonprofit Open Hand has moved to a new headquarters building in Grove Park after a successful $19.5 million fundraising campaign.
???Two residential properties in Dunwoody that have been delayed for years because of zoning controversies appear to be moving forward – one with an about-face for its use.
?? Dr. Terry Maple, the late former director of Zoo Atlanta, was?posthumously honored with an award of excellence by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.?
? Atlanta United plays at CF Montreal in a single elimination game tonight at 7:30 p.m., with the winner facing Inter Miami. (Apple TV+; 92.9 FM)
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? Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said that Elon Musk’s plan to give money to registered voters in Pennsylvania is “deeply concerning” and “something that law enforcement could take a look at.”
?? The 2024-25 NBA season starts tonight with the New York Knicks visiting the Boson Celtics. The Hawks host the Nets tomorrow.?
?? Here's what's in today's newsletter:
? Sandy Powell's film costumes
? GPB on Sapelo tragedy
? Pickleball club opening
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? Volunteer Opportunities
Have a good day,
Collin & Sammie?
?? Join Jewish Family & Career Services for Community of Giving: A Virtual Gathering?on Tues., Dec. 3 at noon. The focus will be the impact of Oct. 7 events on our community and college campuses. Featuring Jonah Platt, actor, artist, and advocate?in conversation with Nadia Bilchik, TV personality, speaker, and author. Learn more here!
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1. The costumes of award-winning Sandy Powell on display at SCAD FASH?
?? Oscar-winning costume designer Sandy Powell’s creations are on display at SCAD FASH now and will be there until March 16 of next year.?
“Sandy Powell’s Dressing the Part: Costume Design for Film” is the debut exhibition of Powell’s work, paying homage to her nearly 40-year film career with more than 70 costumes from films like “Velvet Goldmine,” “The Wolf of Wall Street,” and “Carol.” Powell began her film career on Derek Jarman’s 1986 film “Caravaggio,” and has won three Academy Awards – for “Shakespeare in Love,” “The Aviator,” and “The Young Victoria.”?
?? Sammie Purcell got the opportunity to preview the exhibit and speak with Powell about her work. You can find that conversation here.
Spirits for Spruill – This Weekend!
SPONSORED BY SPRUILL CENTER FOR THE ARTSOct.?26 | 4-7 p.m.
???The countdown is on! Immerse yourself in Dunwoody’s vibrant art scene at Spirits for Spruill, hosted at the Spruill Gallery. Watch the 5th annual AMPLIFY mural reveal, sip on tequila and margaritas, enjoy delicious bites at the taqueria bar, and groove to live blues rock by the BFG Band. With great weather in the forecast and free valet parking, it’s the perfect Saturday afternoon for art lovers.
??Don’t miss out—get your tickets today!
2. Sapelo resident says he warned dock was in poor condition?before collapse
??? A resident of Southeast Georgia's Sapelo Island in McIntosh County said that he warned the Georgia Department of Natural Resources last summer that the agency's ferry dock gangway on the island was in poor condition?months before it collapsed Saturday, killing seven people.
JR Grovner told GPB that he notified a DNR captain three or four months ago that he thought it was in poor condition.
“I said, ‘This dock is going to collapse;’ I sure did," Grovner said of the aluminum gangway. "I was walking on it, and it was bouncing. So, I stood in the middle of it and bounced up and down for the captain. And he said, ‘Ah, it ain't going nowhere.’ Yeah. Look what happened.”
3. Pickleball club to open at 1200 White Street in Atlanta’s West End
???Dill Dinkers, a rapidly expanding pickleball franchise, is set to open the doors to its first Metro Atlanta location in early 2025.
The pickleball club will occupy a 35,891-square-foot space at the 1200 White Street development in West End. The new facility will feature 11 individually fenced courts with Pro-Cushion surfaces, spaces for events, along with a pro shop to stock up on gear.
The West End club will also serve as?Dill Dinkers’?Atlanta flagship location, where it will provide training and support for franchisees.
?? Join us on Oct. 24 from 6-8:30 p.m. for Fall Festival on the Town at Town Brookhaven! A variety of family-friendly fall activities will take place in the green space, including a petting zoo, craft activity, Halloween character meet/greets, unique market vendors, games, music, and more! Kids are encouraged to wear their costumes!?
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4. Volunteer Opportunities
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?? Society of St. Vincent de Paul Georgia is looking for pharmacy delivery drivers on?Thursday afternoon.?You will help deliver maintenance medications to clients’ homes throughout Metro Atlanta. Volunteers must be 18+; sign-up is required before 10 a.m. on Thursday.??
???Prevent Blindness Georgia (pictured) needs volunteers for its 2024 Night for Sight Gala in Atlanta on?Saturday afternoon and evening. Expect to help with setup, decorating, greeting, and overseeing silent auction areas.??
???Livable Buckhead needs volunteers for its Witchy Wheels Parade & Halloween Celebration on?Sunday afternoon. A variety of roles are available including assisting staff with unloading supplies, coordinating trick-or-treat tables, pumpkin patch setup, and helping with cleanup.
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?? Today's newsletter was edited by Julie E. Bloemeke.