Norcross Email Extravaganza Vol. 355
A weekly email for the young & forever young in Historic Norcross
DID YOU KNOW...?
The very first Norcross Porchfest is officially set for Saturday, May 2, 2026! My husband Jonathan, Andrew Lydon, and I have been laying the groundwork to get everything organized. I’ll continue posting some details here, but for all updates, follow us on Instagram.
If you’re interested in volunteering, join us for a Volunteer Kickoff at Cultivation Brewery on Sunday, August 3 at 4p, where you can learn more about how to contribute to the upcoming festival! (Home and artist applications will be released later this fall.)
What I’m especially excited to share today is the official logo for Norcross Porchfest (photo of the week below)!! Kat Whaley designed it, and it couldn’t be a better fit. She approached the project with so much thought and intention. The guitar frames a Norcross porch scene through the sound hole, symbolizing home and gathering. Surrounding it are garden elements, bees, and a variety of instruments, each one a nod to the city’s character and the range of performances we hope to showcase. Her process was collaborative, creative, and deeply professional from start to finish. Kat’s simply the best and we’re so grateful she created it for us.
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
Norcross Porchfest logo, by Kat Ash Whaley.
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
HNBA Town Hall
The Historic Norcross Business Association (HNBA) is hosting a Town Hall on Tuesday, July 15 at 6p at Cultivation Brewery. All are invited and welcome to attend! This is a chance to hear from local business leaders about plans for the South End, results from the recent parking study, and updates on ongoing development projects. Topics include the Magnolia project, proposed parking policies, and use of the Jones Street “pocket park” space. Come learn more about these topics from the business community’s perspective - and how we can collaborate.
Flower Arranging Class
Freckles & Co is hosting a beginner-friendly flower arranging class on Thursday, July 31! Learn to create your own fresh floral centerpiece - perfect for a gathering or just to brighten your space. Enjoy complimentary wine, water, and sweet treats as you design. No experience or materials needed. Learn more and purchase tickets!
DAILY EVENTS
Friday
B&W Burgers - Live music from The Last Call Band, 8p
Cultivation Brewing - Fresh Beer Friday: Helping Hands, our newest hazy New England IPA / Fowl Play Truck starting at 4p / Nick Heredia music 6-9p
Iron Horse Tavern - Live DJ from 9p
Saturday
B&W Burgers - Live music from The Platonics, 8p
Cultivation Brewing - Flow and grow with us - yoga 11:30a with Be Tru Studios / Tacos Don Pancho all day long! / Live music this Saturday with Dylan Knight 3-6p
Iron Horse Tavern - Karaoke at 9:30p
Sunday
Cultivation Brewing - The Taco Man is here!
Monday
Lillian Webb Park - F3 Gwinnett men’s group workout 5:30-6:15a
Savage Pizza - Jazz Vinyl Night with nxvinyl 6-9p
Tuesday
B&W Burgers - Trivia 7p
Cultivation Brewing - Pilates 6p with Be Tru Studios
Wednesday
Cultivation Brewing - Vicos Tacos starting at 5p / Norcross Run Club 6:15p! Plan to stay awhile because they always stake out a couple of tables for catching up and trivia afterwords! / Team Trivia every Wednesday at 7p
45 South - PDC: Melvin Everson- VP Community/Govt affairs-Gwinnett Tech, 8:15-9a
Lillian Webb Park - F3 Gwinnett men’s group workout 5:30-6:15a
Savage Pizza - Dirty South Trivia at 7p with prizes to the top 3 winners!
Social Fox Brewing - Trivia Night 7p! Hints on our socials!
Thursday
Cultivation Brewing - Cycle Club 6p / Lowcomotion Farm to truck eats 5-9p
Iron Horse Tavern - Trivia 8p
Social Fox Brewing - Vinyl Night with NX vinyl starting at 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