Events

  • 2022 Great American Franchise Expo Atlanta

    Free
    May 14 @ 11:00 am - May 15 @ 5:00 pm
    Cobb Galleria Centre, 2 Galleria Pkwy SE
    Atlanta, GA 30339 United States     + Google Map

    The Great American Franchise Expo in partnership with Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson invite you to come check out some of the top brands in the U.S.! Meet the best franchise businesses with hundreds of locations in Georgia that are looking to …

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  • 2022 Violence Prevention Town Hall

    Free
    April 4 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson and experts in violence prevention for an in-depth and candid discussion on violence in our communities and the measures to be taken towards determent. *Presented by Grady Health System & DeKalb County Super District 7 …

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  • 2022 DeKalb County District 7 Corridor Cleanup

    Free
    April 16 @ 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

    Gather your friends, family, church groups, community organizations, clubs and colleagues to help clean up some of the busiest corridors in our community. Supplies, including pick-up sticks, gloves, and bags will be provided. In addition, coffee and water will also …

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  • The DeKalb County Housing Crisis: The Role Of The Church In The Development of Affordable Housing

    Free
    February 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson on Thursday, February 24, 2022 for a candid discussion on the state of housing in DeKalb County, GA and the role churches can play in the economic development and revitalization of our communities. We will …

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  • DeKalb County Housing Crisis Town Hall

    Free
    January 20 @ 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm

    Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson Thursday, January 20, 2022, at 6PM for a candid discussion on the state of housing in DeKalb County, GA. The DeKalb County Housing Crisis Town Hall will feature real estate, development and housing experts who …

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  • Fireside Chat On Women’s Mental Health

    Free
    December 16, 2021 @ 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm

    Please join Commissioner Cochran-Johnson and Chantel Cohen, a licensed therapist and coach, for a Fireside Chat on Women's Mental Health, a powerful and unfiltered discussion on the dynamics of life, mental health and wellness, managing relationships and the power of …

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  • 3rd Annual Lock-In For Life

    Free
    December 10, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Redan High School, 5247 Redan Rd
    Stone Mountain, GA 30088 United States     + Google Map

    Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson in partnership with DeKalb County School District & DeKalb County 100 Black Men present the 3rd Annual Lock-In For Life, an event that will bring together male students ages 13-18 from DeKalb County middle and high schools …

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  • 2nd Annual Stuff the Bus Holiday Toy Drive

    Free
    December 4, 2021 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

    Join District 7 Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson by stuffing the bus! Please drop off your donation of new unwrapped toys at either of these two locations: 2nd Annual Stuff the Bus Holiday Toy Drive December 4, 2021 10AM - 1PM South …

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  • Operation Bundle Coat Drive

    Free
    December 4, 2021 @ 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    The Covenant Church, 1700 Corey Blvd
    Decatur, GA 30032 United States     + Google Map

    Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson and The Covenant Church in bringing much needed assistance to those less fortunate. WE NEED YOUR HELP. Please donate winter outerwear. NEEDED: New and gently used jackets, coats, gloves, scarves and socks for all ages …

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  • DeKalb County 2021 Fall Festival

    Free
    November 20, 2021 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Wade Walker Family YMCA, 5605 Rockbridge Rd SW
    Stone Mountain, GA 30088 United States     + Google Map

    Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson and the DeKalb County School District's (DCSD) Department of Family & Community Empowerment for a celebration to close out DCSD's Family Engagement Month and provide DeKalb's youth with a fun and impactful experience the whole …

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  • DeKalb County District 7 Tree Planting Project

    Free
    November 13, 2021 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Antioch African Methodist Episcopal Church Inc., 765 South Hairston Road
    Stone Mountain, GA 30083 United States     + Google Map

    WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please register to volunteer to join the Greater Hidden Hills CDC, Trees Atlanta and Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson to plant 50 trees along S. Hairston Road. Trees will provided courtesy of Trees Atlanta. November 13, 2021 | …

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  • DeKalb County District 7 Road to Green Town Hall

    Free
    September 29, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Please join Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson for the Road to Green Town Hall where the use of gas leaf blowers in DeKalb County will be discussed. In addition, several DeKalb County departments will share their current green initiatives. DeKalb County District …

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  • Greenridge Community Informative Session

    Free
    September 20, 2021 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

    You can access the presentation shared during the Town Hall at https://bit.ly/3nQUphX. On September 20, 2021 DeKalb County District 7 Commissioner Lorraine Cochran-Johnson facilitated an important conversation to provide an update on the Watershed Management Capital Improvement Plan as it …

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  • 2nd Annual DeKalb County Business Owner Summit

    September 1, 2021 @ 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

    Don't miss the virtual 2nd Annual DeKalb County Business Owner Summit where attendees will learn about a variety of small business incentives that are available throughout the county to help them grow and expand their business. 2nd Annual DeKalb County …

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  • A Look At Crime in Our Communities Town Hall

    Free
    July 28, 2021 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

    Please join us as we engage in a meaningful conversation on crime, prevention strategies and crime trends in DeKalb County. We will discuss local ordinances and how they are being updated to meet the emerging needs in technology to fight …

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