The City of Douglas announces plans for hosting a variety of events in celebration of Georgia Cities Week, April 19 through April 25. The theme of this year’s Georgia Cities Week is “Destination Downtown”, which will showcase how cities share information about the valuable services cities provide to residents and how cities positively impact their way of life.
“We’re very proud of our downtown and Main Street merchants,” said Mayor James Dennis. “Our active downtown promotes Douglas to visitors and shows that merchants in downtown Douglas are a community force that continually strive to improve our downtownarea and enhance Douglas’ quality of life.”
Spring Junk Free Week begins April 20 and lasts through April 25, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the City Pole Yard, located on South Pearl Avenue adjacent to the Post Office.
For citizens inside the city limits of Douglas, fees will be waived during this one week on big household and junk items. This will not apply to tires or hazardous chemicals. Items can be dropped off at the City of Douglas Pole Yard. A recycling bin will also be at this location for the convenience of dropping off recyclables. Citizens must provide a copy of their utility bill as residency proof.
On Wednesday, April 22, Coffee Alliance for Arts will host Munch and Music at Emma Ward Park at noon and will showcase Coffee High School’s Jazz Band under the direction of Steve Myers.
The City of Douglas Customer Service Department will host its Customer Appreciation Day on Thursday, April 23, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at city hall to express appreciation to loyal customers by serving popcorn, drinks and giving away door prizes.
Events for Georgia Cities Week will conclude on Saturday, April 25 with the Downtown Spring Open House from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Main Street merchants will be having special sales and sidewalk sales. Coffee Alliance for the Arts will host a fundraiser and entertainment at Atkinson Plaza.
For more information on Georgia Cities Week activities, please call (912) 383-0277.
-Submitted by the City of Douglas