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A Family Forte

Atlanta Opera Chorus members Melissa and Gus Godbee sing Decatur’s praises

When the curtain falls at the Atlanta Opera, Melissa and Gus Godbee trade the grandeur of the stage for the charm of Decatur, where they’ve built both a home and artistic legacy. Here, the husband-and-wife chorus members share how Decatur’s vibrant community harmonizes perfectly with their musical careers and family life.

OUR WINTER ISSUE

Your Guide to All Things Community

The coolest holiday gifts. The spirit of giving back. A celebration of the arts.

In a time when the need for connection and compassion is greater than ever, our winter issue highlights the inspiring stories of individuals and organizations making a meaningful difference, and much more.

Check out why our community offers a little bit of everything Decatur.

Leaning in on the Spirit of Giving

We were not sure where to begin when we sat down to discuss our Winter Issue. But this much we knew: With so much going on in the world, the holidays offer us a moment to reconnect—with ourselves, with each other and with the values that bind us together.

So, we leaned into what it means to give back—to recognize some of the many people and organizations that define the heart of what the Decatur community is truly about. The issue you are reading now is a celebration of that spirit, a reminder that the true essence of the holidays lies not just in what we receive, but in what we share.

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Natalie Gregory

Publisher, Decatur Living