Jimmy's Chamblee Recap - Week of April 14, 2025
- Jimmy Furst
- Apr 22
- 3 min read
Updated: Apr 28
Catch up on all things Chamblee!
The Locomotive - One Big Thing:
As promised, here is my recap from last month's Council meetings. A few highlights below:
Approved contracts for the Real Time Crime Center and the Public Works building.
Honored our 911 Dispatchers and our Chamblee 101 graduating class.
Lifeline and the Georgia Pet Coalition gave presentations.
The Hilton Garden Inn on Clairmont was approved.
Left the Station - This Past Week's Events:
Week of April 13: Chamblee Restaurant Week
I put on so much weight this week! I visited the Downwind at PDK airport for the first time, and what a view!
April 19-20: Chamblee Art Fest
I attended both days of this amazing event. I picked up two signed books by a fantasy author who had a booth at the fest. I'm a nerd ;) Did you buy something fun? Show me what you bought at the Art Fest in the comments!
At the Station - Ongoing Events in Chamblee:
New Business Alert! Wild Aster Books
Wild Aster Books has opened downtown! It is behind BlueTop, and the fanstay/sci-fi selection is top-notch. Did I mention I was a nerd? For more info, click here.
New Chamblee Rail Trail Spur
Check out the progress pic below! As a reminder, the new spur will run from the Keswick Softball field to Sextonwoods Drive.
April E-Signal
Read this month's E-Signal here.
Public Art Story Map
Explore Chamblee's Public Art from the Comfort of Your Screen!
Did you know that you can see EVERY piece of public art in Chamblee, GA, without leaving home? Take a virtual tour or use the map to walk a path filled with sculptures, murals, and more! Ever wondered about the artists behind these creations? You’ll find their stories, fun facts, and links to discover even more of their amazing work.
Start your artistic adventure here: https://arcg.is/1G1bfO1
Arriving Soon - Upcoming Events in Chamblee:
April 26: Trash Dash
Keep Chamblee Beautiful and the City of Chamblee are hosting the 2nd Annual Trash Dash — a fun and competitive event where teams race to see who can collect the most trash around Chamblee. The team that picks up the most wins the grand prize!
Additional prize categories will be announced the morning of the event, and there will be random prize drawings, so everyone has a chance to win something!
I’m a team captain again this year and still have spots open on my team. If my team fills up, don’t worry — there are plenty of other teams looking for volunteers. Come join the fun and help keep Chamblee beautiful!
8:30 Arrival / Captains Draw for Collection Areas / Review of the Rules / Team Strategizing Â
9:00 - The TRASH DASH begins!Â
11:30 All teams and their trash report back to Arrow Creek Park (Chamblee Public Works and KCB volunteers will help with this)
11:30 - 12:30 Free lunch/judges weigh and evaluate trash / Awards ceremony (over $300 in prizes will be given away!)
I have two spots left on my team, and if you're interested, you can sign up here!
April 20 - 26: Georgia Cities Week
The City of Chamblee will celebrate "Georgia Cities Week". The city will host a variety of events to showcase its services. Cities across Georgia will be celebrating Georgia Cities Week, sponsored by the Georgia Municipal Association (GMA).
April 20 - 26: Camblee Art Drop
For more info, click here.
May 18th: Performance in the Park: Mahealani’s Polynesian Revue
November 4: Chamblee Municipal Elections
The Caboose
I would love to hear your questions, comments, or concerns.
Email:Â Jfurst@chambleega.gov
Mobile:Â 770-901-1121