Secret Doors Decatur, Part 1

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Secret Doors Decatur, Part 1

The Basics:

Event Type:

Urban Hike

Event Location:

Decatur, GA

Urban Hike: Secret Doors Decatur, Part 1

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Aug 8 2015 9:00 am >> Sat, Aug 8 2015 11:30 am

Registration Opens:

Wed, Jul 22 2015 8:30 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Aug 7 2015 8:00 pm

Event Duration:

2 Hours 30 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

4 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Joyce T.

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

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Number Registered So Far:

15 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

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Itinerary:

Lisa S. recently led a "tiny doors" event on the Beltline. If you missed the opportunity to stroll through city streets locating hidden little doors, here's your chance to participate in a similar event. Gratitude goes to to Alan W. for alerting me to this fascinating art project in Decatur. Tucked away in the nooks and crannies of Decatur is a series of miniature secret doors created by 24 local artists. We will tour the streets to find at least 12 of the doors (there are over 30) on our walk through the city.

We'll gather at 9 am. at the intersection of McDonough and W. Trinity streets, at the corner of the Saturday Farmer's Market. There are several options for parking. See the options below:

Our pace will be moderate so that we can keep our group together. Bring your camera, as the doors themselves are picture worthy! Each is a piece of art unto itself, reflecting the distinctive style of the artist. They're easy to miss unless you're looking for them . . . but rest easy - - I've located the ones on our trek, so we won't get stumped.

Following our discoveries, those who have time are invited to join the group for lunch at The Brickstore, a popular dining spot near the square with an amazing assortment of world-class beers. If you stay for lunch, plan to be finished by about 1:00 pm. - - plenty of time for you to enjoy Saturday evening events of your own.

Since we'll be seeing fewer than half of the secret doors on this event, stay tuned for Part 2, when we'll check out some of the remaining doors that we missed on this excursion.

Required Items to Bring:

Comfortable walking shoes (we'll be on streets and sidewalks for the entire time)

Water

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

camera

sun-hat

sunscreen

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

1. The public parking deck on W. Trinity Place and Commerce Ave. This lot now charges $6/day on Saturdays (as well as week days.) The entrance to the lot is on W. Trinity, just east of N. McDonough St. 125 W Trinity Pl, Decatur, GA should get you there. GPS coordinates: 33.773784, -84.299911

2. The parking lot at the corner of McDonough and W. Howard Avenue (117 W. Howard Ave.) on the left end of the Decatur High School campus. (It's for teachers, but should be available on Saturday.) Free - - not available on weekdays, but Saturday should be okay

3. The parking deck at Agnes Scott College - - on S. McDonough Street, just south of W. College Avenue. It's on the right, across from the campus. Free - - I'll get permission for us to park there.

4. Street parking is available, but you'll have to pay for metered parking, $2 for 2 hours. You have to use a credit card, and you'll have to make a second payment when your two hours runs out.

5. There's a nearby Marta station which is an option for folks who don't want to drive to Decatur.

Notes:

The Brickstore is located at 125 E. Court Square Decatur

Check out the menu for The Brickstore:

http://www.brickstorepub.com/menu-home/

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