The dog days of Tucker
Friday, June 26 — Welcome back! Next weekend is the Fourth of July, but did you know that today is an equally important holiday? That’s right, it’s Bring Your Dog to Work Day. If you can’t bring your pups to the office, bring them to the Corner Cup instead. Visit with your dog to receive a free pup cup and treats all summer long.
Next week’s newsletter will be abbreviated while I enjoy the holiday weekend. This week, though, we’ve got a rundown on some July 4th activities happening in and around Tucker, plus some other fun stories:
🍎 Main Street Theatre stages “Snow White: The Melodrama!” this weekend. Tickets are $10 and free for kids under five.
🛹 Mama Debbie’s Art Emporium hosts the Skate Deck Art Show on June 27. The exhibit includes skateboard decks painted and designed by local artists. The event begins at 6 p.m. and will include a performance by El Chupacobras.
🎨 The Tucker Junkers crafting meet-up returns on Saturday at the Cofer Library at 11 a.m.
🐶 Have a pawsome weekend,
Katie
❤️ Alan Mothner knows that making art helps in making a community. That’s why he’s the CEO of Spruill Center for the Arts, a nonprofit that’s connected people in Perimeter for over 50 years. Watch this video to see what’s bringing everyone together. SPONSOR MESSAGE
High schoolers find support at Acceleration Academies
🎒 For some students, graduating from high school can be challenging. For students who are pregnant, experiencing homelessness, working to support their families, or who are just struggling with the traditional school structure, a different kind of education is necessary – one in which they can make their own schedules and work at their own pace. Acceleration Academies provides this kind of education to students in Tucker and DeKalb County.
“Acceleration Academies is a place for students who may have been through things in their life, or maybe they just did not fit into the regular school standards, and they need an alternative means of getting their high school diploma,” Krystal Braxton, the Director of DeKalb County Acceleration Academies, told Rough Draft.
When the Matches End, the Dining Begin
SPONSORED BY LIVABLE BUCKHEAD
⚽ After cheering on your favorite teams across Atlanta, treat yourself to the city’s best tables during Buckhead Restaurant Week, July 27-Aug. 1.
More than 50 participating restaurants are serving exclusive prix-fixe menus and inventive pairings crafted to turn post-game energy into an unforgettable evening. Whether you crave bold flavors or a relaxed celebration with friends, Buckhead delivers.
➞ Explore the lineup and discover your next favorite meal. The final whistle is just the beginning of a delicious night.
Tucker welcomes new Taichi Bubble Tea location
🧋 Members of the Tucker community gathered at the city’s new Taichi Bubble Tea location on June 24 to welcome the new business to the city.
Growing since 2015, the national chain has more than 50 locations across the country. Tucker is the fifth location in Georgia, joining Marietta, Buckhead, Decatur, and Peachtree Corners.
The business offers bubble tea, ramen, poke bowls, and sushi burritos, as well as crane games and frozen Japanese treats.
🍜 Learn more about the grand opening.
❤️ Alan Mothner knows that making art helps in making a community. That’s why he’s the CEO of Spruill Center for the Arts, a nonprofit that’s connected people in Perimeter for over 50 years. Watch this video to see what’s bringing everyone together. SPONSOR MESSAGE
What’s it Worth?
SPONSORED BY ATLANTA FINE HOMES SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY
🏡 More than 100 years old and located on Marietta’s historic Church Street, this home was taken to the studs during a five-year renovation that preserved its original heart pine floors and character. The property also includes a pool, guest suite and private office.
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Tucker prepares for a festive Fourth
🇺🇸 The year 2026 marks the 250th anniversary of the United States, and many organizations across Atlanta are upping the ante this July 4.
This year, Independence Day falls on a Saturday, and there are several opportunities in Tucker and across DeKalb to celebrate over the holiday weekend. These events include fireworks and lights shows, concerts, and more.
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