by admin | Jun 25, 2014 | Summer Fun
UPDATE: According to a Facebook Update – the last day for the Anderson Sunflower Farm 2014 Season is July 27, 2014. Sunflowers in Forsyth County It’s that time of year – the time when sunflowers start to bloom in Forsyth County! I’ve been getting a familiar question recently – when are the sunflowers going to be out? If you’re not familiar, they’re referring to The Anderson’s Sunflowers on Majors Road at Hwy 9. It’s a beautiful field that blooms each year thanks to a tradition of a local family. They’re also kind enough to open the field for photography and of course to sell the beautiful flowers too. It’s always a short season though (this year 4-6 weeks is expected pending weather) so you have to be ready & visit while they are in bloom! I have friends that drive a good distance to make sure they get their photograph in the sunflower field each year! Just a few days ago, The Anderson’s Sunflowers Facebook page announced the flowers were close to blooming and they expected to open the farm to the public on July 5th! A few things to note for the 2014 Season: $10 Entry Fee per Car Flowers will be sold $12 per dozen or $8 per half dozen Open 7am to 7pm, 7 days a week while in bloom A special note to photographers – a fee is charged for you to host a full or mini session. Click here for information. Sunflower Mini Photography Session Details Our website sponsors, Terri of Cassesse Photography is now booking her sunflower sessions! July 12th & 19th 20-minute Time...
by admin | Jun 12, 2014 | Summer Fun
Things To Do for 4th of July in Cumming GA Can you believe the 4th of July holiday is just around the corner?! We’re working on a round-up of some great events, special sales, and lots of fun going on around town. We’ll continue to add to the list as new events are found or submitted. Events are listed in date order and as always, events may change due to weather or for any other reason so please use the contact information provided to confirm events prior to attending. I’d hate to spoil someone’s holiday!! We will continue to add to this list as we hear of other events… Thursday, July 3rd Fireworks & Vendors at the Cumming Fairground 6pm to 11pm Vendors, Live Band, Fireworks, & Dance Concert Click here for more information Friday, July 4th Totally Running – We the Runners Half Marathon 10k/5k & Sparkler Trot 7:30am Event Benefits the Forsyth County Parks and Recreation Click here for more information 5th Annual Dutch Monkey Doughnuts Independence Day Doughnut Eating Competition 10am to 1pm Bring a folding chair and watch the spectacle. Food & refreshments will be for sale outside of the shop, with ALL proceeds benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Click here for more information Steam Engine Parade & Vendors at the Cumming Fairground 9am to 1pm Click here for more information 12th Annual BBQ & Turtle Race at The Foster House 11am to 2:30pm BBQ begins at 11am. Turtle Races begin at 1pm (register at 12pm). Prizes awarded to the winning turtles! Click here for more information Submit An Event If your business or...
by admin | Jun 4, 2014 | Summer Fun
Screen on the Green at Warbington Farms We’ve just gotten word of a fun event coming up at Warbington Farms. It’s the first ever “Screen on the Green” outdoor movie night showing “Barnyard.” This event will be held on Friday, June 27. Also the fun park will open at 5pm and the movie will start at dark. The last “hey”ride of the evening will be at 7:45. This great event will be free with fun park admission ($5 adults, $8 kids). There will be lots of fun things going on that night and concessions available. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the movie under the stars! Hope to see you all there! You can stay up to date with Warbington Farms, by visiting their website or their Facebook page. Please note – Warbington Farms is nearing the end of their Strawberry picking season – so make sure you check their Facebook page for most recent updates on picking. Here is a recent statement from them: “This is ending the end of our season and the berries are not producing like we were expecting. We appreciate your understanding and patience as this has been a very bad strawberry season for us.We do not anticipate having anymore pre-picked for this season. It is our plan to plant twice as many strawberries next year so hopefully we will not be in this situation next year! Thanks so much!”...
by admin | Jun 3, 2014 | Summer Fun
Blueberry Picking in Forsyth County Last year, a new Blueberry Garden opened up for blueberry picking in Forsyth County – Blueberry Garden’s U-Pick Blueberry Farm & Nursery. We shared it with our readers last year and while I, personally, was never able to check it out I did hear from several of you that made it & enjoyed it very much. One heads up – the garden is located at a residence. So it might feel like you’re going to a friend’s house (or a strangers) to pick. That was probably the most common “surprise” factor I heard back. If you went strawberry picking at Warbington Farms this season or in the past, then you may have seen it then – it’s right next door! The website also advertises the following: Open Friday & Saturday (7am to 6pm – or until berries are gone) Open by Appointment through the week Pre-Pick available w/ 2 hours notice for each gallon. No Pesticides or Herbicides used – using organic practices to grow the best blueberries possible. Cash or Personal Check only. No credit/ debit cards. Prices – $15 for U-Pick Gallon & $30 for Pre-Picked Galloon (Note: Bring your own container to carry berries home). The U-Pick Farm & Nursery is located at 5455 Crow Road (right next to Warbington Farms) in Cumming (30041). NOTE: As with any u-pick farm, be sure to call or check ahead to confirm fruit is available for picking!! And if you need some recipes after you have picked blueberries, we have some great ones on our “Berry Recipes” Pinterest board. Contact Information: 5445 Crow Road...
by admin | May 25, 2014 | Summer Fun
Forsyth County Public Library Summer Reading Program The Summer Reading Program through the Forsyth County Public Library is back! Have you signed up your pre-school or elementary student for the “Fizz, Boom, Read” program yet? And Middle School and High School Students are invited to participate in the “Spark a Reaction” program. Simply register, set a goal, read the books, and earn a prize book (when they meet the goal of course)! Registration is open through May 23rd and prizes may be picked up through the summer; however, this is only while supplies last. So might be safest to have the kids start and finish before summer ends! And Adults … you’re not left out! Register for the “Literary Elements” program – you won’t earn a prize book but you’ll be entered in a giveaway for a chance to win an Amazon giftcard!! Pretty cool too! To Register: Click here to register for all age groups More Information: Visit the Forsyth County Public Library Online Looking for More Summer Reading Programs: Don’t miss the Mia’s Pizza & Eats Summer Reading Program Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program – details coming soon! Kid 2 Kid Summer Reading Program -details coming soon!...
by admin | May 20, 2014 | Summer Fun
Concerts at The Collection Forsyth Summer concerts at The Collection at Forsyth (formerly The Avenue) are back! I am excited for these as my family loves going. We typically pack dinner and eat “picnic style” while listening to the live music. My kiddos love dancing around in the lawn! Event Details: Thursday Night Concerts – every other Thursday this Summer June 12th – Last Five Standing June 26th – Lance Price Band July 10th – Cole Thannisch July 24th – James Patrick Morgan Event includes Kids’ Activities (6pm) and Live Music (7pm to 9pm) And best of all the concerts are FREE! Don’t forget your blankets & lawn chairs to relax! Click here to read more information. More Information: Like The Collection at Forsyth on Facebook Visit The Collection at Forsyth Online...
