Norcross Email Extravaganza Vol. 261
A weekly email for the young & forever young in Historic Norcross
DID YOU KNOW...?
The City of Norcross is looking for volunteers for an upcoming video shoot! The goal of the video is to celebrate the diversity of our community. People of all ages, races, and genders are encouraged to join the project. Filming takes place on Saturday, September 30, with time slots available from 8a-8p. If you want to participate, submit this form by 6p today, Friday, September 22!
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Jazz in the Alley
The grand finale of the Jazz In The Alley series is tomorrow, Saturday, September 23 at Betty Mauldin Park from 7:30-9:30p! The finale features the sensational saxophonist, Lord Yancyy. Join us for a night of unity and soulful tunes as we bid farewell to another remarkable season. See you there!
Norcross Livable Centers Initiative & Comprehensive Plan Surveys Part II
The City of Norcross wants your feedback for the future development of Norcross. If you haven't taken the survey yet, you can take it at City Hall today, Friday, September 22, from 2-3p for a FREE popsicle from King of Pops before the summer ends! Already took the survey? That's okay, bring a screenshot of the last screen or the submitted email address to share for a popsicle. Recordings and notes from previous events can be found here.
Blood Drive
Donate blood and save lives this coming Wednesday, September 27 at 87 Yoga! The blood drive takes place between 10-3p. Register here.
Open House: Homeowner Resource Center
You're invited to Gwinnett Housing Corporation’s first Homeowner Resource Center Open House on Wednesday, September 27th from 5-7p! Join us for an exclusive opportunity to learn about our educational workshops, programs, resources and our amazing partners. Register now to secure your spot!
Food Pantry Drive
Norcross Library would appreciate your donations to help stock the shelves of its food pantry. Please consider donating packaged foods in individual servings (such as macaroni, Chef Boyardee cups, apple sauce cups/squeeze packs, oatmeal cups, peanut butter crackers, etc.) Donations for this drive can be dropped off on the Tejeda’s porch at 5931 Brundage Lane by Sunday, September 24.
Norcross Art Splash Festival
The Norcross Art Splash Festival, celebrating its 20th year, will turn Historic Norcross into an art hub on October 7-8, showcasing artists, Georgia Grown members, and special performances (including one by award-winning artist Jodi Ohl). Visitors can enjoy food trucks, live music, a Kidz Zone, and a "Chairs for Charity" exhibit by local students. Click here for more information on sponsorship, volunteering, and parking.
2nd Annual Fall Funfest & Food Drive
Save the Date for the 2nd Annual Fall Funfest & Food Drive on Sunday, October 15 from 3-6p in Thrasher Park, hosted by Impact Norcross of Perimeter Church.
Pedal Norcross
Pedal Norcross is looking for volunteers and riders! The event is a 2.5 mile fun group bicycle ride through the streets of Historic Norcross on Saturday, October 21. The ride will kick-off in Skin Alley at 3p. We will need approximately 12 volunteers for this event to help ensure a safe experience for all. Contact Linda DeMaris: lldemaris15@gmail.com
LOCAL DEALS & EVENTS
[Young Norcross Card - Receive 10% off at shops below]
45 South Cafe
Antique Traditions
B&W Burgers, Buns & Brews (food only)
The Local Peach
The Rose & Hemp
Teller’s Market
Carolee's Annual Tent Sale
It’s time for Carolee’s Annual Tent Sale! It’s happening next Friday, September 29 and Saturday, September 30 from 10a-6p. Everything under the tent will be 40% to 65% off!
Cultivation Brewing
[Young Norcross Card - $10 Flights from Monday - Thursday!]
Friday - Silva’s Tacos 4-10p / The Peachtree Three 6-9p
Saturday - Sazon Colombian Food 4-9p / Popcorn fundraiser with Boy Scouts of America 2-6p
Sunday - Cookie Tingz 2-7p / Official Street Eats 1-8p
Wednesday - Norcross Run Club 6:15p / Team Trivia 7p
Social Fox
[Young Norcross Card - Buy one beer, get a second beer 50% off!]
Saturday - Come celebrate Foxtoberfest! Don your leiderhosen and drindls and enjoy German food by Keyes to Flavor, kids activities, musical kegs, fairy hair by Sparkle Hair, stein holding contest, photo ops, and of course BEER! / College football on the screens all day!
Sunday - Falcons on the big screen at 1p / Cornhole 3-5p
Tuesday - Industry Night 5-9p
Wednesday - Trivia with Shana
Thursday - Closed for a private event
MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS
Submit yourself / your family to be featured! Email a brief intro and photo to youngnorcross@gmail.com.