Good morning, Decatur.

After officer David Rose was shot at the CDC on Aug.

8 and firefighter Preston Fant died fighting a fire in Lithonia on Sept. 8, the community responded with generous GoFundMe donations—Rose's fundraiser raised over $625,000 while Fant's received more than $86,000.

The Salvation Army Atlanta Peachcrest Corps will celebrate its 50th anniversary with a series of events in south DeKalb from Oct 10 to 12.

The nonprofit will host a Legacy Dinner on Oct 10 at the Peachcrest Corps Center in Decatur from 7 to 9 p.m.—featuring dinner, music, and recognition of Julius Williams—and will hold a free community event on Oct 11 with games, food, and a service followed by a luncheon on Oct 12.

Oakhurst Porchfest returns Saturday from noon to 7 p.m. with over 200 free performances and vendors scattered around local porches—the community event will end with a closing show at 6 p.m. in Harmony Park with seven ADA-accessible restrooms available.

Cyclists will ride in a memorial event on Oct.

12 to honor attorney Ken Rosskopf, who died in August from a cycling crash. Riders will gather at the Hagen Rosskopf law office at 119 N McDonough St at 8:30 a.m.—with bike marshals, repair support, a moment of silence, and the unveiling of a ghost bike and plaque marking his legacy.

Decatur residents are invited to join the 2025 Joro Spider Spotting Contest, where they can submit clear photos of invasive Joro spiders until Oct.

12 — the contest is managed by UGA’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources, and the Southern Integrated Pest Management Center to track the species’ spread.

DeKalb VRE reminded voters in Decatur to prepare for the Nov.

4 Municipal General/Special Election by highlighting key dates such as October 6 for voter registration, October 14 to October 31 for early voting, and November 4 for Election Day. The notice also listed early voting locations with official absentee ballot drop boxes — including at a Decatur church and the DeKalb VRE office — and urged voters to request absentee ballots promptly.

The Atlanta Falcons will wear their throwback uniforms—red helmets with black jerseys—to honor a past era in their Monday night game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium against the Bills, who will also use classic uniforms with a white shell and red bison.

The contest starts at 7:15 p.m. as both teams aim to improve their season records.

Ben Sollee with Jeri Katherine Howell

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Ticket info pending — Experience genre-bending cello artistry from Kentucky native Ben Sollee alongside special guest Jeri Katherine Howell.

Eddie's Attic Songwriters Open Mic Night

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $11.12 — Experience Atlanta's premier songwriters showcase featuring local and national talent.

Stacey Ryan Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Tickets available — Experience the unique sounds of singer/songwriter Stacey Ryan blending pop and jazz influences.

Brennen Leigh Concert

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the captivating storytelling of American songwriter Brennen Leigh.

Gabe Lee and Jason Eady Concert

6 PM – 12 AM — Eddie's Attic — Cost info unavailable — Experience soulful songwriting and captivating performances from Gabe Lee and Jason Eady.

Candlelight: Queen vs. ABBA

6:30-7:29 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of live music in a candlelit setting featuring iconic hits from Queen and ABBA.

Darryl Rahn Live at Eddie's Attic

9 PM – 12 AM — Eddie's Attic — $20.03 — Experience heartfelt lyrics and captivating melodies from Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Darryl Rahn.

Atlanta Storytellers: The Songs That Shape Us

7-9 p.m. — Eddie's Attic — From $23.37 — Enjoy a night of live storytelling through music and the memories they evoke.

Candlelight - A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics

8:45 p.m. — The Chapel on Sycamore — Tickets selling fast — Experience spine-tingling Halloween classics performed by a talented string quartet under candlelight.

Kickin' Edgar Live Concert

9 PM – 12 AM — Eddie's Attic — From $20.03 — Celebrate Halloween with Kickin' Edgar's live performance and the launch of their covers album.