City of Brookhaven News

Public input sought for Murphey Candler Lake study

As part of the City of Brookhaven’s Murphey Candler Lake watershed study, professionals from Sustainable Water Planning & Engineering will host another public input meeting on Wednesday, Sept. 9, at 7 p.m. at Lynwood Park Community Center.

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Work to begin on Murphey Candler bridges

The Parks & Recreation department will begin maintenance on the two bridges at Murphey Candler Park on Thursday, Sept. 10. The bridges will be worked on during normal business hours and should not have any affect for park visitors after hours.

 The work will include replacing all decking and handrails on both bridges.

Join the Brookhaven Police Department in a Hot Pursuit!

Taking place Saturday, Sept. 12, at 8 a.m., the Brookhaven Police Hot-Pursuit 5K & Tot-Trot is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Brookhaven Police Department Support Services Division. All proceeds from event participants and sponsors are used to support the police department’s “Shop with a Badge” Christmas program for underprivileged children. Click here for more information.

Residents invited to ‘Coffee With a Councilmember’

Taking place Monday, Sept. 14, at 8:30 a.m. at City Hall, this hour long event is a chance for District 1 residents to meet with Councilwoman Linley Jones to share thoughts, concerns and ideas for the city and their district.

Brookhaven 101, Builder & Developer Summit to focus on tree ordinance

Brookhaven residents as well as builders and developers will have a chance to learn more about the city’s recent changes to its tree ordinance at two events hosted by the Community Development Department. The Brookhaven 101 session will take place Thursday, Sept. 24, from 6 to 8 p.m., and is suited for residents, while the Builders & Developers Summit will take place that morning from 9 to 11.

4th Annual Brookhaven Chili Cook Off

Saturday, Oct. 10 (noon-6 p.m.)

Brookhaven Park – 4158 Peachtree Road

• FREE family friendly festival in the heart of Brookhaven
• Chili & Brunswick stew tasting: noon-4 p.m. or while supplies last with 75+ chili and stew competition teams
• Amateur and restaurant divisions chili and Brunswick stew teams with celebrity chef judges – SIGN UP YOUR TEAM NOW
• $2,500 in prizes and awards for top amateur teams, restaurant teams, most spirited team and peoples’ choice.
• Live music with Battlefield Collective, Drucker & Behind the Sun (Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute) rocking the stage
• Lots of food offerings with food trucks and local restaurants
• Arts & crafts, kids’ zone and cornhole
• Portion of proceeds benefit Releash Atlanta
• Sponsored by City of Brookhaven, Jim Ellis and Bud Light
• Tickets: $7.50-$10 advance, $15 door for a spoon event wristband for unlimited chili tastings starting at noon (while supplies last.)

Sign up for fall classes with Parks & Recreation

Now’s your chance to sign up for fall classes with Brookhaven Parks and Recreation. You can sign up on the registration website, or call 404-637-0512 for more information. Classes include drawing, painting, yoga, meditation, gymnastics, dance and more.

A reminder to apply insect repellent while enjoying our parks

With the DeKalb County Board of Health noting an increase in West Nile Virus activity in late August, residents are reminded that they should apply insect repellent before enjoying Brookhaven parks. Read more here.