Norcross Email Extravaganza Vol. 225
DID YOU KNOW...?
I'm writing this on Thursday, January 12, while we're anticipating a huge storm with blustery winds (fine, a tornado) to roll into Norcross. This seems like a good time to make sure you know about CivicReady, the mass notification system Norcross uses to reach residents with emergency alerts and routine notifications (traffic alerts, power, sanitation, Board & Council, and event updates). Learn more and sign up here!
LOCAL TALENT FOR HIRE
Babysitter
Sarah Higgins is the Kids Supervisor at Lifetime Fitness in Sandy Springs, where she works with children 3 months - 11 years old. Sarah is first aid certified, as well as infant/child and adult CPR/AED certified. I personally trust Sarah with my son and recommend reaching out to her next time you're in need of a sitter! You can reach her at 678-579-7550.
GET INVOLVED
Mindful Movements
Join Certified Mindfulness and Meditation teacher, Shannon Jimenez, for a free meditation on Monday and Saturday mornings in Thrasher Park. Shannon guides meditation while using small movements to wake up the body, mind, and spirit. Mindful Movements kicks off on Saturday, January 14 at 9a. Learn more and register here.
Soccer Tots
Soccer Tots is back and your family is invited to join the fun! You can see the schedule, age max/min, and registration information here. Please register by January 15 to ensure all of the soccer jerseys are ordered in time for the big kick-off in March. Let JT Thoms know if you'd like to coach this season - 706-247-5203.
Preschool Registration | Norcross First UMC
If your little one(s) will be between 1-4 years old by 9/1/23, it's time to register for preschool! Norcross First UMC's Preschool program is designed to give young children a loving, happy learning experience in a Christian environment. This is a play-centered program where children learn through a variety of multi-sensory activities. Click here to learn more!
Feedback for the City
The City of Norcross is looking for feedback about Pedal Norcross, a program run through the Sustainable Norcross Commission, to help guide decision-making for the future of bikeability in our community! Please take the survey and share your thoughts to help make Norcross (more) bike-friendly. The deadline for submitting a response is Monday, February 6, 2023, by 5p. Click here to take the survey!
People Drinking Coffee (PDC)
Norcross PDC is a weekly morning meetup at 45 South Cafe in downtown Norcross. What began as a grassroots effort to improve the city has now become a go-to for insight into what is happening around Norcross and beyond. The group meets every Wednesday at 8:15a to hear speakers cover topics that range from local government, non-profit, and small businesses, to local politics and City leaders. Email pdcnorcross@gmail.com to learn who the speaker is this week!
Gwinnett Young Professionals
Young professionals between the ages of 21-35 who either live, work, or play in Gwinnett County are invited to join Gwinnett Young Professionals! Check out the upcoming events below! Click here for a full list of events.
Southwest Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce
The Southwest Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization that exists to form partnerships among businesses, non-profits, and government leadership to positively impact the people we all serve—our communities of Berkeley Lake, Norcross, and Peachtree Corners. Click here to view a current list of events. For more information about any of these events, email or call Beth Coffey, Executive Director (470-482-1899).
AROUND TOWN At Antique Traditions
[Young Norcross Card - Receive 10% off your purchase!]
At Cultivation Brewing
Committed to Dry January? We've got you covered! Non-alcoholic Kombucha - infused with real ginger, green and black tea, and kiwi. A beautiful combo of naturally sweet and sour flavors. This drink is effervescent and offers fruit, a hint of spice (from the ginger), and herbaceous flavor characteristics!
Friday - New brew on the tap board! TWO food pop-ups with Sheeka Sweets and Spice the Americas 4-10p / Live music with Bone Daddy’s 6-9p!
Saturday - 3rd Annual Young Norcross / Cultivation Bash 12-3p! Bring the family, socialize with friends, drink some great beer, and pick up your (limited-release) Young Norcross card while you're here! / Super Taco 12-9p with an amazing variety of tacos, burrito bowls, and more!
Sunday - Offering a brunch menu by Chef Jackson HD Prep! Don’t miss out on the French Toast, Veggie or Chorizo Hash, and more!
Tuesday - Community night! Come in for discounted brews!
Wednesday - Trivia at 6:30p
Thursday - Vinyl Night 5-9p
Save the Date!!
Starting February 1 - Geeks Who Drink Beer Trivia Nights! Every Wednesday from 7-9p. Free to play with bonus questions and end-of-game prizes. Six people to a team, so bring your best folks forward!
February 2 - Comedy Night with Joel Byars 7-9p! Tickets are $15 including a free beer!
[Young Norcross Card - $1 off each beer for cardholders on Thursdays!]
At Iron Horse Tavern
Thursday - Team Trivia at 8p
Friday - Live Music at 9p
Saturday - Karaoke at 9:30p
At The Local Peach
Thursday - Sound bath experience, 6:30-8p! Join us and certified sound therapist, reiki master, recording artist, and overall life changer Tay Lang for a sound bath experience that will refresh your mind, body, and soul. Your ticket includes the sound bath, a carefully curated menu of refreshing light bites, and relaxing organic teas from Ivy Teahouse.
[Young Norcross Card - 10% off your purchase!]
At Social Fox
Friday - Pat's Poutine 4-8p
Saturday - NFL Wild Card games on the big screen
Sunday - NFL Wild Card games on the big screen / Peachstate Cornhole 3:30-5:30p
Tuesday - Industry night with owners behind the bar
Wednesday - Trivia 7-9p / Keyes to Flavor 4-8p
Save the Date!!
January 28 - An acoustic set with Blank 281! The Blink 182 cover band was featured on last year's "Battle of the Cover Bands" on E! (Meghan Trainor was a big fan!). Our very own Social Fox co-owner, Mike Greene, is a member of the group - and he will be celebrating his birthday! Come out, listen to great music, and raise a glass with us!
[Young Norcross Card - Buy one beer, get a second beer 50% off!]
At The Red Hound Gifts
Check out the current list of in-store workshops!
At The Rose & Hemp
Featured Deal of the Week - 30% OFF All CBD Oil. Our CBD Oil is available in 3 strengths and 3 flavors. Discount applies to Pet Oil and Delta-8 Oil, too! The deal ends on 1/15.
[Young Norcross Card - Receive 10% off your entire purchase!]
MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS
Submit yourself / your family to be featured! Email a brief intro and photo to youngnorcross@gmail.com.