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DeKalb County
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Events Calendar

Events Happening in DeKalb County

Jan 1 - Apr 29 4-H Stuff the Bus for Summer Camp 4-H Stuff the Bus for Summer Camp Let’s Make Summer Camp a Reality for 50 Students! What is the 4-H Bus Initiative? We’re on a mission to sponsor 20 students for an unforgettable 4-H Summer Camp experience! For just $440 per student, we can provide a week of hands-on learning, leadership development, and lifelong memories. Many students in our community may not afford this opportunity without your support. How You Can Help: - $440: Fully sponsor one student’s camp experience. - $220: Provide half the cost for a student. - $100, $50, or $25: Contribute to the general camp fund.
May 20 Herb Gardening Decatur, GA Learn how to grow your favorite herbs and how to use them! Participants will pick out an herb plant to take home and start their own mini herb garden. The class will also include a demonstration by Family & Consumer Science on how to incorporate the herbs you grow into your everyday diet.
Jun 1 - Jun 5 Senior Extreme Camp Decatur, GA Grades 9th-12th Location: Rock Eagle 4-H Center Transportation will be provided from DeKalb County Extension Office to and from camp. Cost: $440
Jun 8 - Jun 12 Marine Resource Camp Decatur, GA Grades: 6th-8th Location: Burton 4-H Center on Tybee Island Cost: $440 Dates: June 8-12, 2026
Jun 15 - Jun 19 Wilderness Challenge Camp Decatur, GA Grades: 6th-8th **must be 12 years old by July 6th** Location: Wahsega 4-H Center Cost: $440 Dates: July 6-10, 2026
Jun 25 Youth Mental Health First Aid Training Decatur, GA Youth Mental Health First Aid is designed to teach parents, family members, caregivers, teachers, school staff, peers, neighbors, health and human services workers, and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (age 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addictions challenge or is in crisis. Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. The course introduces common mental health challenges for youth, reviews typical adolescent development, and teaches a 5-step action plan for how to help young people in both crisis and non-crisis situations. Topics covered include anxiety, depression, substance use, disorders in which psychosis may occur, disruptive behavior disorders (including AD/HD), and eating disorders.
Jun 29 - Jul 3 Cloverleaf Summer Camp Decatur, GA Cloverleaf Camp at Rock Eagle 4-H Center for grades 4th -6th (grade is based on the 2025-2026 school year). The cost is $440. Transportation is provided from DeKalb county extension office to and from camp. More details to follow from DeKalb County 4-H.
Jun 29 - Jul 3 Senior Camp Camp Jekyll Decatur, GA Grades 9th-12th Location : Georgia 4-H at Camp Jekyll Cost: $440

Nearby Events

Jan 1 - Apr 29 4-H Stuff the Bus for Summer Camp 4-H Stuff the Bus for Summer Camp Let’s Make Summer Camp a Reality for 50 Students! What is the 4-H Bus Initiative? We’re on a mission to sponsor 20 students for an unforgettable 4-H Summer Camp experience! For just $440 per student, we can provide a week of hands-on learning, leadership development, and lifelong memories. Many students in our community may not afford this opportunity without your support. How You Can Help: - $440: Fully sponsor one student’s camp experience. - $220: Provide half the cost for a student. - $100, $50, or $25: Contribute to the general camp fund.
Apr 30 Want to Become a Master Gardener? Come to the Meet and Greet to learn how you can join. Monroe, GA - (33.0 miles) April 30 at 4 PM, at the Extension Office, 1208 Criswell Road, Monroe This informal information session is a great opportunity to: • Learn about the Master Gardener training program • Meet current Master Gardeners • Ask questions about classes, volunteer service, and the application process • Discover how you can share research-based gardening knowledge in our community Classes will be held September through December. Applications will be accepted through June 2026. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just ready to grow your knowledge, we’d love to meet you and help you explore this rewarding volunteer opportunity. Come see what it’s all about — and bring a friend! ??
May 5 Green Thumb Lecture-Composting Basics Bogart, GA - (45.0 miles) Composting can be a valuable tool for gardeners but what about the rules? In this lecture we will be talking about what to put in, what to leave out, and how it all works. Join us for Composting Basics where we will cover the steps you need to get the most out of your compost to put the best into your garden!
May 8 Workshop on Selling at Tyrone's Farmers Market Tyrone, GA - (26.0 miles) UGA and Tyrone Parks and Recreation is excited to announce an upcoming workshop all about Selling at the Farmers Market. This will be a wonderful opportunity for people already selling their products at a market, as well as for those new to and interested in gearing up to sell at a market. This workshop will cover: • How to get accepted into farmers markets • Pricing products for profitability • Creating an attractive and efficient market booth • Engaging customers and increasing sales on market day • And more! Whether you are just getting started or looking to refine your farmers market strategy, this session offers practical, hands on guidance. See you there! Thank you to our partners: Tyrone Parks and Recreation, University of Georgia Farm Boot Camp, and Farmer Veterans Coalition-Georgia.
May 8 Introduction to Floral Design Atlanta, GA - (6.0 miles) Register to this hands-on introduction to floral design workshop, you’ll learn the basics of arranging fresh flowers while creating something uniquely your own. No experience needed—just bring your curiosity and get ready to mix, match, and make something beautiful to take home.
May 9 Walton County Master Gardener Tour: Experiential Learning Garden, Monroe Walton Center for the Arts (MWCA) Garden Tour Monroe, GA - (33.0 miles) Monroe Walton Center for the Arts (MWCA) Garden Tour May 9 from 11 AM to 4 PM, 1208 Criswell Road, Monroe The Experiential Learning Garden, which was designed, planted, and maintained by the Walton County Master Gardeners will be on the MWCA Garden tour this year.
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