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Register here Join Us for Business Resources 101 at Clarkston Community Center We’re excited to welcome you to Business Resources 101, a free and dynamic event presented by Decide DeKalb, in partnership with the City of Clarkston and the Better Business Bureau. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, employee, or aspiring leader, this event is…

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Clarkston’s creativity, resilience, and spirit of giving! The Clarkston Makers Market is more than just a shopping event — it’s a vibrant gathering of refugee entrepreneurs, local makers, and nonprofits working to uplift our community.   Saturday, May 17, 2025 4:00–8:00 PM Clarkston Market | 980 Rowland St,…

Clarkston, GA — Public art is taking root in Clarkston, and you’re invited to be part of the creative journey! Dekalb County Super District 6 and District 4, in collaboration with the City of Clarkston and Living Walls, are thrilled to announce the next step in bringing a dynamic new mural to life at the…

Take a Step Toward a Healthier Heart No Insurance Needed! We’re excited to announce a new health opportunity right here in Clarkston! In partnership with Care Access, the Clarkston Community Center will host free heart health screenings from May 8th to May 10th, daily from 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM. This screening includes a specialized…

Join us for a crucial community conversation. Families and community members are invited to attend the upcoming Idlewood Elementary Boundary Adjustment and Smoke Rise Elementary School Resource Planning Update Meeting—an important opportunity to get the latest information and ask final questions regarding the Idlewood/Smoke Rise transition. This meeting is designed to provide clarity on the…

The Clarkston Community Center (CCC) joined the City of Clarkston at the Georgia Empowerment Placemaking Cohort (GEPC) Spring Retreat, hosted at the Georgia Municipal Association in downtown Atlanta. As a longstanding member of the city’s placemaking committee, CCC has supported these community-building efforts for several years—advocating for creative, inclusive, and culturally relevant public spaces throughout…

Register now Looking for a safe, fun, and educational environment for your child after school? The Clarkston Quiet Zone 2.0 After School Program is back for the 2025–2026 school year, offering an engaging, enriching experience for students in grades K–8. Program Details: Grades: K–8 Time: Weekdays, 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM Location: Clarkston Community Center…

At the heart of Metro Atlanta’s push for equity and empowerment stands STAPLE The Community, LLC, a mission-driven organization dedicated to advocacy, education, and uplifting marginalized voices. Founded on the belief that every individual deserves access to essential knowledge and tools, STAPLE The Community serves as a vital resource hub for underserved populations. Through thoughtfully…

Small businesses play a powerful role in shaping the character of our community—and few embody this better than Lambadina Café. “Lambadina” means “light” in Amharic, and Elsa, the proud owner, hopes her café brings that light to Clarkston. Since 2009, Lambadina has been a welcoming spot on Market Street, serving delicious Eritrean ginger coffee, Ful breakfast,…

Mint Coffeehouse Celebrating Local Flavor: Mint Coffeehouse Brews Community Spirit Small businesses don’t just serve customers—they shape the character of a community. In the Clarkston Cluster, where culture and identity thrive through every shop and stand, these businesses are more than just places to buy things—they’re stories, dreams, and connections in motion. That’s why the…