First Baptist Church of Decatur

Call: (404) 373-1653 or visit fbcdecatur.com
A Baptist church located near downtown Decatur.

Friday October 3, 2025 07:00 PM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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Join award-winning author and editor, Saeed Jones, for a keynote conversation with Victoria Chang, Tiana Clark, and Aruni Kashyap — three contributors to The People’s Project, a compelling new anthology that explores how art, storytelling, and community can help us navigate complex times. Co-edite... [click here for more]

Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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These moving picture books explore the depth of family relationships, from siblings to generations past to the emotions we carry within, with warmth, honesty, and joy. Award-winning creators [https://derrickdbarnes.com/|Derrick Barnes, Ryan Allen, and Patrice Gopo share stories that remind young r... [click here for more]

Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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Join Chef Alan Byers of The Deer & The Dove on the front lawn of the First Baptist Church of Decatur for a live cooking demonstration on stage in the Georgia Grown Culinary Village, where he'll prepare a simple and delicious recipe using ingredients from local Georgia Grown makers. [click here for more]

Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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Return to the world of Divine Rivals with an epic story of love, gods, and dreams. A mysterious library, rival Fae, and a heroine who might just change everything. Dive into lush Romantasy worlds with New York Times bestselling author Rebecca Ross and Analeigh Sbrana for a conversation where wild ... [click here for more]

Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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Join Mary Bryant Shrader, creator of the Mary’s Nest YouTube channel, for a conversation about embracing traditional kitchen practices in a modern world. Drawing from The Modern Pioneer Pantry, she offers approachable tips on building a well-stocked pantry, preserving food at home, and cooking with ... [click here for more]

Saturday October 4, 2025 10:00 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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Help Children Read meet their goal of increasing literacy by providing new and used books to their youngest learners. Bring your books to their booth, located on the lawn of the First Baptist Church of Decatur from 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. [click here for more]

Saturday October 4, 2025 10:45 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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Whether starting from scratch or standing the test of time, friendship can change everything. Angela Pham Krans and Lynn Smith explore what it means to connect, forgive, and grow together. [click here for more]

Saturday October 4, 2025 11:00 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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Catch Chef Joshua Swinney, Executive Chef of Compass Group, live on stage in the Georgia Grown Culinary Village, located on the front lawn of the First Baptist Church of Decatur, as he cooks up a flavorful dish featuring fresh ingredients from local Georgia Grown producers. [click here for more]

Saturday October 4, 2025 11:15 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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The Storyland Fun Zone is back by popular demand! Packed with hands-on activities, bouncy houses, art, science, robots, face painting, and more! It's the ultimate family destination at the Decatur Book Festival, perfect for curious, creative kids of all ages. [click here for more]

Saturday October 4, 2025 11:15 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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Chef Duane Nutter, James Beard semifinalist and 2024 Airport Chef of the Year, shares stories and recipes from "Cutting Up in the Kitchen," a cookbook packed with bold flavors, Southern roots, global flair, and his signature humor. [click here for more]

Monday September 8, 2025 07:00 PM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: From $6.24
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We are WILDLY excited to welcome our divine author friend, Rebecca Ross, back to Decatur for an event in celebration of her newest literary masterpiece, Wild Reverence! Join us for an evening of hearstopping romance, ruthless gods, and wonderful books! See below for more details:

Tickets:

Book +... [click here for more]

Wednesday August 27, 2025 07:30 PM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: From $38.86
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Author Event | Austin Channing Brown | FULL OF MYSELF: Black Womanhood and the Journey to Self-Possession

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In a time of rising authoritarianism and attacks on personal freedoms, the New York Times bestselling author of I’m Still Here chronicles her efforts to live as her full self in a society... [click here for more]

Thursday June 12, 2025 07:00 PM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: $35
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Please join us in giving NYT & International Best Selling author, Riley Sager a warm welcome as he comes to Decatur to celebrate the release of WITH A VENGEANCE on June 12th, at 7 PM!

A purchase of WITH A VENGEANCE from Eagle Eye is required to attend.

Please note, this event will be held off-si... [click here for more]

Saturday May 31, 2025 09:00 AM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: From $25.00
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Enter the land of Pyrrhia and dive headfirst into fun activities, photo opportunities, book discussions, and the camaraderie of fellow book lovers at The Wings of Fire Fanwing Fest! Little Shop of Stories is thrilled to be a part of this truly legendary day all in celebration of Wings of Fire and Tu... [click here for more]

Thursday May 22, 2025 07:00 PM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free but reservation required
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Robert Edsel and Bret Witter - Remember Us [click here for more]

Saturday April 19, 2025 02:00 PM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: From $0.00
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Together with our friends at First Baptist Church Decatur and the Georgia Center for the Book, we are excited and honored to welcome Reverend Senator Raphael Warnock to Decatur on April 19th at the First Baptist Church Decatur. He will share his newest picture book, Leo's Lunch Box, a timely tale of... [click here for more]

Thursday December 5, 2024 05:30 PM EST
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: Free
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CRITIC’S PICK: Jan Brett’s ‘Alice in a Winter Wonderland’ Bus Tour, Decatur Baptist Church - Jan... [click here for more]
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Wednesday September 25, 2024 07:00 PM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: $32
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Join Leanne Morgan and us to celebrate the release of her memoir What in the World?! on Wednesday, September 25th in the Sanctuary at Decatur First Baptist Church. Leanne's in-conversation partner will be announced soon! A purchase of the book from us is required to attend. Please note there are n... [click here for more]

Tuesday September 24, 2024 06:00 PM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: From $0.00
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About this event

Event lasts 2 hours

Join us for a family friendly event with author Ann Patchett and illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser, as they share their latest picture book collaboration, The Verts: A Story of Introverts and Extroverts! In partnership with the Georgia Center for the Book and Co... [click here for more]

Thursday May 30, 2024 07:00 PM EDT
First Baptist Church of Decatur Cost: $33.99
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This is a one night only, ticketed event. Your ticket will include a signed copy of "Get Honest or Die Lying." Everyone attending this event requires a ticket. No +1's. Eagle Eye Book Shop and Atria/Black Privilege Publishing are proud to present Charlamagne Tha God for a very special talk about h... [click here for more]
308 Clairemont Ave.
Decatur, GA 30030
(404) 373-1653
Place of Worship
Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM