April 2-6 | It's National Community Development Week!
The City of Valdosta will observe National Community Development Week, April 2-6, with various events that will highlight the year-round resources provided through the city’s Community Development Block Grant program. The events listed below with a red asterisk (*) indicate those which are a part of the NCDW observance.  Read more.

April 3 | Ribbon Cutting on CDBG Reconstructed York Street Home*
The city will host a ribbon cutting ceremony on Tuesday, April 3, at 9 a.m., for a newly-reconstructed home at 508 York Street, located in the city’s Designated Revitalization Areas. The reconstructed home was built utilizing CDBG funding. Read more.

April 3 | Zoning Board of Appeals Meets
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet on Tuesday, April 3, from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m., at the City Hall Annex, Multi-Purpose Room, located at 300 N. Lee Street. See city calendar.

April 3 | Valdosta City Council Meets for Work Session
The Valdosta City Council will meet for a work session on Tuesday, April 3, at 5:30 p.m., on the second floor of the Valdosta City Hall Council Chambers, located at 216 E. Central Avenue. This meeting is open to the general public. See city calendar.

April 4 | Knowing Your Fair Housing Rights Workshop*
Home Safe Consulting, in Valdosta, will host a Knowing Your Fair Housing Rights workshop in the Valdosta City Hall Annex Multi-Purpose Room on Wednesday, April 4. Two sessions will be held, from noon to 1:30 p.m. and from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., and will include a free lunch and light snacks respectively for all pre-registered participants. Reservations are requested. For more information, call 229-671-3617 or see city calendar.  

April 5 | SEEDS for Success Workshop, “One Day to Start” *
This SEEDS for Success workshop is specifically for those interested in turning their business ideas into a reality. Hosted in partnership with Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce and the Valdosta-Lowndes Business University, “One Day to Start” will be held on Thursday, April 5, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the City Hall Annex, Multi-Purpose Room, located at 300 N. Lee Street. For more information, call 229-671-3617. See city calendar.  

April 5 | Valdosta City Council Meets
The Valdosta City Council will meet on Thursday, April 5, at 5:30 p.m., on the second floor of the Valdosta City Hall Council Chambers, located at 216 E. Central Avenue. The meeting is open to the general public. See city council agenda.

April 6 | Neighborhood Development Program Open House*
The Neighborhood Development staff invites the public to visit their offices to explore and become aware of the many services and programs the division offers to the citizens of Valdosta. Staff will be available from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for citizens to “pop in” and enjoy some light refreshments while learning of the many programs and services offered through the city’s Community Development Block Grant funds. Read more.

April 6 | Back To School Collaboration Meeting
If you held a Back to School Drive in Valdosta or Lowndes County, attend the back to school collaboration meeting on Friday, April 6, from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m., in the City Hall Annex, Multi-Purpose Room, located at 300 N. Lee Street. To register, call 229-671-3617. See city calendar.

April 6 | First Friday
The popular First Friday event on April 6, beginning at 6 p.m., will feature live music, dining specials, shopping that the community expects on the first Friday of every month, in beautiful downtown Valdosta. Visit www.valdostamainstreet.com for more information, or call 229-259-3577.

April 7 | Spring Electronics Recycling Event