In the United States, Labor Day is
a holiday celebrated on the first Monday in September. The day honors
the American labor movement. Most companies give employees the day off, but
grocery stores, malls, restaurants, and gas stations usually remain open.
Traditionally, families and communities honor the day with barbecues,
gatherings, and parties. Festivals, music concerts, fireworks and
commemorations are also popular.
During the Labor Day Weekend, the Atlanta
Journal-Constitution and Emory University primarily sponsor the
annual AJC Decatur
Book Festival. This year the festival is held on
August 30-September 1, 2019. The festivities are located at venues surrounding the Decatur
Square and are easily accessible by MARTA. Activities include parades, author talks, workshops, and poetry
readings. There are programs for children and young adults. Of course, there are plenty of books to buy and you may even
meet your favorite author. The Decatur Book Festival is one of the largest
independent book festivals in the country.
However, the festival is not just about books. Non-profits, businesses, and organizations have exhibits to promote their services. A food court and area restaurants offer delicious treats and meals from burgers, fish, salads to burritos. Local musicians and artists entertain guests with impromptu shows.
However, the festival is not just about books. Non-profits, businesses, and organizations have exhibits to promote their services. A food court and area restaurants offer delicious treats and meals from burgers, fish, salads to burritos. Local musicians and artists entertain guests with impromptu shows.
Visit the Carl Jung Society of Atlanta's table located between Starbucks and Parker's on Ponce in downtown Decatur.
Giant Crossword Puzzle sponsored by the Atlanta-Journal Constitution. The community works together to complete the puzzle.
Books I bought at the festival. Lisa K. Stephenson's book, Even My Hair is Mad, is about an African-American woman experiencing life changes after the end of a relationship. Living an Examined Life is by Dr. James Hollis, a Jungian analyst.
Did you attend the AJC Decatur Book Festival? Leave comments below. Thank You
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