Today
in Decatur
Sunday, May 17th, 2026
Good morning, Decatur. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of May.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Straus Family Creamery recalled select ice cream flavors after the FDA found that some containers might have metal fragments. The affected products, identified by specific best-by dates and sold in states including Georgia, should be discarded + customers can get a voucher for a replacement. Fox 5 Atlanta
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The Wire Jays Live Concert
9-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the debut of The Wire Jays with their innovative Bluegrass sound.
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Greenwood Rye Live Show
6:30-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $26.70 — Experience the lively sounds of modern jam-grass from Nashville's Greenwood Rye.
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Global Ringo Concert
7-10 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Experience the unique blend of vintage soul and psychedelic rock with Global Ringo and Ellie Jarrell live.
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Candlelight: Back In Black - AC/DC Tribute
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticketed event — Experience an electrifying tribute to AC/DC in a candlelit ambiance.
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Candlelight: Best of Bridgerton on Strings
6:30 PM — The Chapel on Sycamore — Limited tickets available — Experience enchanting melodies from Bridgerton performed by a talented string ensemble in a beautifully candlelit setting.
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Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Enjoy an evening of local and national songwriters showcasing their original music in an intimate setting.
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Kelly Quindlen with Julian Winters - This Must be the Place! Book Celebration
7-8 p.m. — Little Shop of Stories — Free entry or $20.99 with book purchase — Celebrate the launch of Kelly Quindlen's newest YA novel with insightful discussion and book signing.
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Live Music with The Band Solstice
7-11 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $22.25 — Experience an energetic performance by rising indie-rock group The Band Solstice along with The John Wood Band.
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Kevin Scott’s “Resonant Paths” Live Performance
9:15-11:15 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $34.49 — Experience a night of genre-blurring melodies with Kevin Scott and his talented ensemble.
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Paul Cauthen Live Solo Piano Set
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $78.43 — Experience the captivating soulful sounds of Paul Cauthen with special guest Uncle B.
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~ Robert Frost
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