Norcross Email Extravaganza Vol. 344
A weekly email for the young & forever young in Historic Norcross
DID YOU KNOW...?
I’m hoping to bring Porchfest to Historic Norcross for the first time this fall or next spring. I’d really like to hear your thoughts before moving forward! Porchfest is a free, walkable event where neighbors turn porches into stages for local performers. It’s casual, fun, and community-driven. Expect music, comedy, poetry, dance, magic, and more throughout the neighborhood. Kids are welcome to perform, too!
In order to commit, I need to see if there's enough excitement and support. Volunteers, porch hosts (within short distance to downtown parks), performers, and sponsors would all play a big role in making this day happen. If this sounds like something you'd enjoy or help make possible, please fill out this quick form. I'd really appreciate hearing from you!
*You’re also welcome to share your thoughts with me in person tomorrow, April 26 at our Young Norcross + PDC gathering! We’ll be at Cultivation Brewing from 12-4p - and I’ll have a limited number of Young Norcross cards with me! See you there!
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
“The first of 13 chicks to hatch at preschool last week!” - Janine Kays
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
Mt. Carmel UMC Spring BBQ
Mt. Carmel UMC will hold its Spring BBQ and Sweet Shop today, Friday, April 25. It starts at 11a and continues until food runs out, which doesn’t take long, so get there early! Proceeds support Neighborhood Cooperative Ministries, Meals-on-Wheels, Scouting USA, Girl Scouts, and the church’s youth and adult ministries. The church is located at 5100 S Old Peachtree Rd, Norcross.
Pinnacle Park Arboretum Ribbon Cutting
The City of Norcross will hold a ribbon cutting for the new Pinnacle Park Arboretum today, Friday, April 25 at 2p! This marks the opening of Gwinnett County’s first arboretum. The event is open to the public. Mayor Newton and the Tree Board Preservation will be in attendance!
Freckles & Co Ribbon Cutting
Join Freckles & Co for their Grand Opening tomorrow, Saturday, April 26! Ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30a, with drinks and light bites to be served throughout the day. Come on down to shop and meet your new neighbors! 19 Jones Street NW
Thursday Thought Leaders
The next Thursday Thought Leaders Breakfast on May 8 will explore Georgia’s travel and agritourism scene with guest speaker David Zelski, the Emmy-winning host of A Fork in the Road, Anglers & Appetites, and PBS’s Curious Traveler. He’ll share behind-the-scenes stories, highlight unique places to visit across Georgia, and explain how farms, food, and outdoor experiences are supporting the state’s economy. Registration is open through Tuesday, May 6. First-time attendees can call the organizer for a special discount.
DAILY EVENTS
Friday
B&W Burgers - Live music from MacDaddy, 8p
Cultivation Brewing - We’re kicking off the weekend with a double drop: Queen of Cosmos cranberry + lime hard seltzer being one of them! / Live music from Dave Lockwood 6–9p / My Vietnamese Food Truck 4–10p
Iron Horse Tavern - Live DJ from 9p
Saturday
B&W Burgers - Live music from Corporate Therapy, 8p
Cultivation Brewing - Start the day off right with Flow & Grow Yoga 11:30a / Annual Young Norcross & PDC Event 12–4p (Young Norcross card release!!) / Live tunes from Norcross alum Phil Griffin & band 2–5p / Face painting and balloon art for the kids / Tacos Don Pancho all day!
Iron Horse Tavern - Karaoke at 9:30p
Sunday
Cultivation Brewing - LowCoMotion 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 at 6p. Beer included with your class pass!
Dahlia’s Restaurant - Live music 6-9p
Wednesday
Cultivation Brewing - Burger 21 is serving up 5–9p / Norcross Run Club 6:15p / Team Trivia in the taproom 7p
45 South - PDC: Steve Gasper, Gwinnett County School Board District 3, 8:15-9a
Social Fox Brewing - Trivia at 7p
Thursday
Cultivation Brewing - Norcross Cycle Club Meetup 6p! Pedal with us through the historic streets and scenic routes!
Iron Horse Tavern - Trivia 8p
Social Fox Brewing - Vinyl Night 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