Norcross Email Extravaganza Vol. 343
A weekly email for the young & forever young in Historic Norcross
DID YOU KNOW...?
Thank you to everyone who participated in the photo poll last week! Critter Cam was the winner, but seeing interest in the other topics pushed me to the Random Photo of the Week option. Why limit ourselves? That means you’re welcome to submit living critters, cozy corners, pets, or any other Norcross-based photos! OR SUBMIT YOURSELF/YOUR FAMLY TO BE FEATURED. :)
*To those celebrating, have a peaceful Good Friday and a joyful Easter weekend!
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
“Fat Coyote outside my Chicken coop.” - Tom Doherty
Submit your photo to be featured! This can be your/your family, cool critters around town, cozy corners you like to rest, events, the train, sunsets, etc! It’s up to you - just send your photo and a brief description to youngnorcross@gmail.com!
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Day of Play
Day of Play is taking place in Lillian Webb Park this morning, Friday, April 18 from 10–11a! Bring the whole family for a free morning of games, movement, and screen-free fun! Hosted by the City of Norcross and Live Healthy Gwinnett, it’s all about running, jumping, giggling, and playing the old-school way. Closed-toe shoes recommended, the goal is to be active!
Easter Weekend at Mt. Carmel UMC
Join Mt. Carmel UMC (5100 S Old Peachtree Rd.) Saturday at 10a, rain or shine, for an Easter Egg Hunt! All ages welcome. We’ll meet in the Fellowship Hall for light bites before the hunt and a visit from the Easter Bunny. The weekend continues with a Good Friday Service at 7p (nursery available), a Sunrise Easter Service on April 20 at 6:30a (followed by breakfast), and Easter Worship at 10a with Children’s Sunday School and nursery care.
Pollinator Workshop! Make your own Bee Hotel!
Celebrate Earth Day, April 22, at the Gwinnett County Library (Norcross Branch), with the City of Norcross Bee City Committee and UGA Master Beekeeper, Olivia M Menard! Olivia will share an interactive workshop all about Georgia's powerhouse pollinator, the Mason Bee. Participants will build their very own Mason Bee house. Event is FREE. Space is limited! RSVP here!
Norcross “Then vs. Now” Exhibit & Reception
Explore how our town has grown and changed at the “Norcross Then vs. Now” Exhibit, now on display through Wednesday, April 30 at the Welcome Center & History Museum (17 College St.). From restored buildings to reimagined streetscapes, this month-long exhibit highlights the stories that shaped Norcross into the community we know today. Be sure to stop by the reception on Thursday, April 24 from 5-7p for live music, light refreshments, and a chance to celebrate our community.
Annual Norcross Garden Club Plant Sale
The Annual Norcross Garden Club Plant Sale April 24–26 at the Garden Club cottage (33 College Street). Hours are 10a-7p on the 24 & 25, and 10a-2p on the 26. Shop early for the best selection of hardy, locally grown perennials, plus annuals, herbs, houseplants, and garden treasures at prices lower than nurseries or big box stores. Annandale Village will also be onsite with vegetable plants grown from seed by their residents. This is a rain or shine event!
Grand Opening of Freckles & Co
Join Freckles & Co, 19 Jones Street NW, for their Grand Opening on Saturday April 26th. Freckles & Co is a new boutique store, specializing in home decor, furniture, art, books, hosting items, and small gifts. There is a ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30 am, with drinks and light bites to be served throughout the day. Come on down to shop and meet your new neighbors! **They are also the newest addition to our Young Norcross card discounts. Receive 10% off when you show your YN card!
DAILY EVENTS
Friday
B&W Burgers - Live music from Arch Angel, 8p
Cultivation Brewing - NEW Hard Seltzer on tap, Mojito, infused with freshly picked mint from our Norcross Community Garden plot as well as squeezed lime juice. / Tacos de mi Tierra food truck all evening! / O’Lear Band 6-9p
Iron Horse Tavern - Live DJ from 9p
Saturday
B&W Burgers - Live music from Mike Veal Band, 8p
Cultivation Brewing - Yoga at 11:30a! Your pass includes a beer at the end! / Dog owner appreciation day! Tail Waggin’ Barks and Brews Event is proudly hosted by Cultivation Foundation, 1-5p / Custom pet portraits, a nail trimming service, bandanas and treats! A portion of proceeds will benefit our hyper local initiative. / Live music with Sammy Sheppard at 2p / Spice the Americas food truck at 12p!
Iron Horse Tavern - Karaoke at 9:30p
Social Fox Brewing - Meet Vladimir Nunez, former pitcher for the Braves, Rockies, Marlins, and Diamondbacks from 2-5p! We’ll donate a portion of proceeds from the day to support his 11u team, the V36 Canes Southeast baseball team, play in the PG World Series this summer! / Keyes To Flavor will be serving up a baseball themed food menu / Team raffle for a booze basket / MLB on the tvs all day!
Sunday
Cultivation Brewing - Happy Easter! We are open 1-8p! Stop by for our Easter Egg hunt at 3p / J’s Smokehouse food truck 1-8p
Monday
B&W Burgers - Kids eat free!
Lillian Webb Park - F3 Gwinnett men’s group workout 5:30-6:15a
Tuesday
B&W Burgers - Trivia 7p
Cultivation Brewing - Cultivate the Core Pilates 6p. The perfect way to embrace Earth Day!
Dahlia’s Restaurant - Live music 6-9p
Social Fox Brewing - HNBA Meeting 6p / Insider Tuesday (use your points for beer, 6 packs, merch and more! )
Wednesday
Cultivation Brewing - Taqueria el Mariachi food truck / Norcross Run Club 6:15p / Team Trivia 7p
Dahlia’s Restaurant - Live music 6-9p
45 South - PDC: Lisa Anders, COO Explore Gwinnett, 8:15-9a
Social Fox Brewing - Trivia at 7p
Thursday
Cultivation Brewing - Norcross Cycle Club Meetup 6p. Start and finish on our front patio! / True Street Tacos food truck all evening!
Iron Horse Tavern - Trivia 8p
Social Fox Brewing - Vinyl Night with NX Vinyl 6p
YOUNG NORCROSS CARD DEALS
Butter & Cream - Free waffle cone upgrade with ice cream purchase Monday - Thursday
Social Fox Brewing - Buy one beer, get a second beer 50% off
Receive 15% off
45 South
MET BrewMasters
NX Vinyl - Any “previously loved” vinyl
Receive 10% off
Antique Traditions
B&W Burgers, Buns & Brews (food only)
Cultivation Brewing
Dahlia's Restaurant & Porch
Eighteen70 Restaurant (food only)
Freckles & Co
Refuge Coffee
Savage Pizza
The Local Peach
The Rose & Hemp