Decatur drinks the SkaterAid

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SkaterAid was initiated after the 2005 death of 15-year-old Ian Wochatz from brain cancer. Since the inaugural event in 2006, the benefit has raised more than $44,000 for families dealing with pediatric cancer. (Previous years’ funds have been donated to Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, the RET Foundation, and the Brain Tumor Foundation For Children, Inc.)

SkaterAid ’09 hits East Decatur Station (109 New St.) Sun., Sept. 27 from 3-8 p.m. and centers around a silent auction of skateboard art. The original decks have been on view at the Brick Store Pub since August, and will remain up until Sunday’s auction. The event also includes live music from Governor General (Decatur High), PhoneyBones (Decatur High), and Highway (Lakeside High), grilled goodies, brews, a photobooth and daylong skating. Artist R. Land designed this year’s merch. Event costs $5 for students, $10 for adults. Admission includes access to skating, but you have to register and get a wristband. Safety first!

(Photo courtesy SkaterAid’s Facebook)