Norcross Email Extravaganza Vol. 348
A weekly email for the young & forever young in Historic Norcross
DID YOU KNOW...?
The Summer Concert Series kicks off tonight, May 23, at Thrasher Park! Side Piece, an all-female band from Nashville, is performing from 7:30-9:30p! They’re new to the concert series and feature musicians who’ve toured with Beyoncé and Shania Twain. See you there!
*This Memorial Day, take time to remember those who gave their lives in service to our country. There is a remembrance program planned at Thrasher Park on Monday, May 26, from 11:30a-1p. The program will include remarks from Mayor Craig Newton, a bagpipe performance, and time for reflection.
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Home Depot still counts as ‘the wild,’ right? Check out the cute frog taking a nap on a Japanese Maple! - Kristen
Submit a photo to be featured! This can be you/your family, cool critters around town, cozy corners you like to rest in, events, the train, sunsets, etc! It’s up to you - just send your photo and a brief description to youngnorcross@gmail.com!
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT
Calling All Book Clubs!
Freckles & Co is searching for all local Norcross book club leaders! They will be hosting a local book club meet-up in late June and need your help gathering names of book club leaders. If you (or someone you know) is a leader of a book club in Norcross, please reach out to Catt (catt@frecklesco.com or 770-856-0535) or Mary (mary@frecklesco.com or 770-855-2648) for more info!
Home For Sale on N. Barton
Looking to live near downtown Norcross? 161 N. Barton Street just hit the market on Thursday, May 22! This 2 bed, 2 bath home offers a great walkable location close to shops, restaurants, and parks. Check out the listing!
O’Donnell Homes | F+C Designs
Scott O’Donnell’s business, O’Donnell Homes, just launched F+C Designs, a new remodeling division! Backed by over 45 years of experience building luxury homes across Atlanta, F+C Designs focuses on thoughtful design, personalized service, and attention to detail. F+C Designs is now offering kitchen, bath, outdoor, and full-home renovations. To learn more, call or text Scott at 404-408-7617!
Account Executive at Mighty Rocket
The media company behind Peachtree Corners Magazine (and more) is looking for a new Account Executive. This role is all about building relationships with local businesses and helping them advertise across print, digital, and social platforms. It’s a great fit for someone who knows the Gwinnett area, enjoys being out in the community, and has a knack for sales and communication.
Vacation Bible School at Norcross First
Norcross First is hosting Vacation Bible School from July 7–10, 10a-1p, for kids in Pre-K through 5th grade. This year’s theme is Live It Out: Discover How to Love Like Jesus. It’s four days of fun, music, games, and meaningful lessons - and it’s completely free. Register now to save your spot!
DAILY EVENTS
Friday
B&W Burgers - Live music from Cover to Cover, 8:30p
Cultivation Brewing - My Vietnamese Food Truck 4-10p / Live Music from Austin Coleman 6p
Iron Horse Tavern - Live DJ from 9p
Saturday
B&W Burgers - Live music from The Spike Mulligan Band, 8p
Cultivation Brewing - Flow & Grow Yoga with Be Tru Studios 11:30a-12:30p
Iron Horse Tavern - Karaoke at 9:30p
Sunday
Enjoy holiday weekend plans!
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 - Pilates class 6:30p with Be Tru Studios (with a beer included in your pass!)
Wednesday
Cultivation Brewing - Norcross Run Club meets at 6:15p on the front patio! BOGO brew discounts after the run / Team Trivia starts at 7p!
45 South - PDC: Katie Furlough & Christina Faine, Fowler YMCA, 8:15-9a
Social Fox Brewing - Trivia at 7p
Thursday
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)
Carolee’s
Cultivation Brewing
Dahlia's Restaurant & Porch
Eighteen70 Restaurant (food only)
Freckles & Co
Refuge Coffee
Savage Pizza
The Local Peach
The Rose & Hemp