Norcross Email Extravaganza Vol. 376
A weekly email for the young & forever young in Historic Norcross
DID YOU KNOW...?
Tonight, Friday, December 5, from 5:30-8:30pm, the City of Norcross will officially turn on its Christmas lights during the Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting in Thrasher Park! Holiday music, carriage rides, hot cocoa, and visits with Santa will fill the evening. The Grinch and Disney princesses will stop by, too! Bundle up and bring your people - I hope to see you there!
PHOTO OF THE WEEK
”White squirrel at The Carlyle House!” Snapped by Bill Elsey
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
Heart of Norcross Christmas Village
The Heart of Norcross is hosting the 2025 Christmas Village as Historic Norcross transforms into a festive holiday destination for families. On Saturday December 6 from 1-5pm, families can enjoy a petting zoo, bounce house, face painting, and Garden Club kids crafts. Buddy the Elf, Frosty the Snowman, the Grinch, and Santa Claus will visit with children throughout downtown. Horse drawn carriage rides run from 6:30-8:30pm, and a full event schedule is available on the city website!
Preserving Family Memories
Local videographer Matthew Macy is offering a way for families to record and preserve the stories of loved ones through a filmed interview. This service captures personal history, memories, and reflections in a keepsake video that can be shared for generations. Base packages begin at $195, and those interested can text Matthew at 404-345-0123 for an assessment!
Holiday Centerpiece Workshop
Freckles & Co, 19 Jones Street NW, is hosting a Holiday Centerpiece Workshop on Thursday, December 18, from 3-5pm! Florist Alyssa of Ginger Rose will guide participants in creating festive arrangements using seasonal blooms, greenery, and accents. The workshop includes all supplies, light bites, wine, and holiday treats. Class lasts about two hours and space is limited, so early sign up is encouraged!
DAILY EVENTS
Friday
B&W Burgers - Live music from Fly Betty Band 8pm
Cultivation Brewing - Live music from Levi Ransom 6-9pm
Iron Horse Tavern - Live DJ 9pm
Social Fox Brewing - Open 4-5:30pm, then closed for a private event!
Saturday
Cultivation Brewing - Yoga 11:30am / Loaded Burger Food Truck 12-8pm / Nile Yang Jewelry Pop Up 12pm
Iron Horse Tavern - Karaoke at 9:30pm
Social Fox Brewing - SEC Championship game on the big screen 3pm / Grab your tie-dye and come rock out with Sons of Jerry (a Grateful Dead tribute band) at 7pm!
Sunday
Cultivation Brewing - True Street Tacos Food Truck 1-7pm
Monday
Lillian Webb Park - F3 Gwinnett men’s group workout 5:30-6:15am
Tuesday
B&W Burgers - Trivia 7pm
Social Fox Brewing - Closed for a private event
Wednesday
45 South - PDC, Robert Michner, Executive Director of Gateway 85, 8:15-9am
Cultivation Brewing - True Street Tacos Food Truck 5-9pm / Nile Yang Jewelry Pop Up 5pm / Norcross Run Club 6:15pm / Team Trivia 7pm
Savage Pizza - Trivia at 7pm, top 3 winners get prizes!
Lillian Webb Park - F3 Gwinnett men’s group workout 5:30-6:15am
Social Fox Brewing - Trivia 7pm
Thursday
Social Fox Brewing - Closed for a private event
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