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Retired educators meeting set

By Arlinda Broady
Dec 9, 2011

The Decatur­-DeKalb Retired Educators Association will meet at noon Dec. 15 at the Decatur First Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 601 W. Ponce de Leon Ave. The Holiday Luncheon will feature Felton Dunn as musical entertainment.

Retirees from Decatur and DeKalb County schools, private and public, as well as other retired educators who live in the area are welcome. Information: 770-498-9493.

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