by admin | May 5, 2014 | Press Releases
Flavors of Forsyth 2014 Date: Saturday, May 10, 2014 Time: 4:00-8:00pm Location: Forsyth Conference Center (Outside on the campus of Lanier Technical College) 3410 Ronald Reagan Blvd, Cumming, GA 30041 Start Mother’s Day weekend off right by tasting what this town has to offer at the 5th Annual Flavors of Forsyth, presented by Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta! Bring your family, especially mom, to spend Saturday evening sampling delicious appetizers, entrées and desserts from local restaurants. This festival of food will benefit nonprofit organizations and programs throughout our community. Last year, United Way of Forsyth County provided $1,188,543 in funds to almost 60 programs and initiatives in the community, providing services to thousands. Jam out to The GLOW Band on the main stage, sponsored by The Collection at Forsyth or visit the Artists Market and take a peek at work from local artists. Have children? Don’t miss out on the fantastically fun Kids Zone with face painting, inflatables, hamster balls, Mother’s Day Arts & Crafts and more! While patrons enjoy their tasty treats, they can watch talented artists as they compete in the 2nd Annual Chalk Walk Competition. For adults…challenge your palette in the Tasting room inside the Forsyth Conference Center, sponsored by Jax & Norman’s Landing (must be 21 and provide a photo ID). Local chefs will participate in contests for Best Appetizer/Salad, Best Fast Dining Entrée, Best Casual Dining Entrée, Best Fine Dining Entrée, Best Dessert and Best Booth. Guests can also vote for their favorite restaurant to be the Flavors of Forsyth People’s Choice winner at the United Way Tent. Young festival-goers can vote for Kid’s Choice...
by admin | May 2, 2014 | Press Releases
Summer 2014 Junior Fire Academy The Forsyth County Fire Department is inviting Forsyth County youth interested in learning what it takes to be a firefighter to sign up for a free week-long summer camp program. The Junior Fire Academy, which is for students entering seventh and eighth grade in August 2014, will be held Monday, July 28 through Friday, August 1. In addition to the week-long program, the Fire Department is also welcoming returning candidates who have participated in a previous camp with the department to take part in a special two-day Junior Fire Academy on Tuesday, July 22, and Wednesday, July 23. Both camp programs are offered free of charge. Those attending the Junior Fire Academy will have the opportunity to experience the different aspects of being a career firefighter. From firefighting to CPR, the campers will have an unforgettable educational experience. “The Junior Fire Academy program continues to be an exceptional way for students to learn what it is like to be a firefighter, and about the many services the Forsyth County Fire Department provides to this county every day,” said Fire Chief Danny Bowman. “We pride ourselves on being able to engage our community’s youth through our educational and outreach programs.” The Junior Fire Academy programs for both new and returning candidates will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Fire Department Headquarters at the Forsyth County Public Safety Complex on Settingdown Road. Campers may be dropped off at the camp location after 8 a.m. and must be picked up by 4 p.m. More Information: Those interested in attending either Junior Fire Academy...
by admin | Apr 29, 2014 | Press Releases
Disney on Ice Celebrating 100 Years at the Gwinnett Arena Disney on Ice Celebrates 100 Years of Magic From May 14th to the 18th, Disney on Ice will be at the Gwinnett Arena. This spring show is about celebrating 100 Years of Magic. Come to the celebration as 65 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! Join the celebration as more than 60 of Disney’s unforgettable characters from 18 beloved stories come to life in Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! You’ll be captivated by the one and only Mickey Mouse, the irresistible Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Donald Duck, Jiminy Cricket, Pinocchio and many Disney Princesses. Be thrilled by exciting moments from The Lion King; Mulan; and Disney/Pixar’s Finding Nemo, The Incredibles, and Toy Story films; in a skating spectacular filled with magical Disney moments you’ll remember forever as Disney On Ice celebrates 100 Years of Magic! It definitely looks like it’s going to be a great show – I love all the old and new characters together! A little something for everyone! Tickets: You can buy tickets by going to the Gwinnett Arena website by clicking here. And keep reading for information on discounted tickets! The ticket prices range from $28-$98 per person. And I love that parking is FREE at Gwinnett Arena – no extra expense there!! Showtimes: Wednesday, May 14, 2014 – 7:30 PM Thursday, May 15, 2014 – 7:30 PM Thursday, May 15, 2014 – 7:30 PM Friday, May 16, 2014 – 10:30 AM Friday, May 16, 2014 – 7:30...
by admin | Apr 22, 2014 | Press Releases
Summer Fun at i9 Sports BASKETBALL SKILLS CLINIC This basketball Clinic is geared towards players who are keen in advancing their skill level in hopes to excel in Feeder, AAU, and/or YBOA basketball leagues. WHO: Boys and Girls, Grades 5-12th WHEN: Monday Evenings, beginning June 2nd WHERE: St. Francis High School, 13440 Cogburn Rd. Alpharetta, Ga. 30004 BASKETBALL LEAGUE WHO: Boys and Girls, ages 5-10 WHEN: Tuesday Evenings, beginning June 3rd WHERE: Friendship Christian School, FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE WHO: Boys and Girls ages 4-10 WHEN: Wednesday Evenings, beginning June 4th WHERE: Midway Park, 5100 Post Rd. Cumming, Ga. 30040 SOCCER LEAGUE WHO: Boys and Girls ages 3-6 WHEN: Thursday Evenings beginning June 5th, 2014 WHERE: Midway Park, 5100 Post Rd. Cumming, Ga. 30040 SUMMER CAMPS WHO: Boys and girls, Ages 5-11 WHERE: Windermere Lodge, 4444 Front Nine Dr. Cumming, Ga. 30041 WHEN: June 9th-13th, June 23rd-27th, July 21st- July 25th, July 28th – August1st. (Full and ½ day camps available) REGISTRATION DEADLINE is May 4th! So don’t wait, register...
by admin | Apr 9, 2014 | Press Releases
Update: For most recent new store information, click here. New Businesses Coming Soon to Forsyth County Forsyth is one of the fastest growing counties right now. And that means lots of new neighborhoods, families, and businesses. Lately, we keep hearing about all these new businesses coming soon to Forsyth County. So we thought it would be a great idea to list out all the ones we have heard of! Below is our list organized by area of town. And remember all of these are ones we have heard of – that doesn’t mean it’s 100% going to come to Forsyth. If there was an article online, I’ve linked to it. All of these sounds great….still holding out for a Trader Joe’s or Whole Foods! Exit 14: Sprout – For most recent Grand Opening information, click here. LA Fitness Texas Roadhouse – scheduled November 2014 Ichiban Buffet: NOW OPEN JoAnn (Hwy 20 in old Kroger shopping Center) Aldi – NOW OPEN Costco – NOW OPEN Chipotle – NOW OPEN Firehouse Subs (sign out at Lowe’s shopping Center) West Forsyth: Atlanta Fitness (just opened on 4/2) Big Creek Animal Hospital At the Forsyth Collection: Racetrac – NOW OPEN Earthfare Sip – NOW OPEN Great American Cookie – NOW OPEN Golden Nail and Spa Zoe’s Kitchen – NOW OPEN Pure Barre Exit 13: Roly Poly – NOW OPEN Johns Creek: Walmart For updated Restaurant news, I suggest following Roots in Alpharetta – he does a great job keeping up with new & recently announced, local openings. Do you know of any other new businesses? Please let us...
by admin | Apr 7, 2014 | Press Releases
Wine Tasting and Silent Auction Vino 100, 131 South Main ST, Alpharetta, GA is hosting a Wine Tasting and Silent Auction on Saturday, May 3, 2014 from 4:30PM to 6:30PM to benefit Feed Forsyth. Enjoy tasting 5 selected wines from Vino 100’s offerings, light snacks, live acoustical music and make a bid on items in the Silent Auction from Disney Park Hopper Passes, Zoo Atlanta passes, Gwinnett Braves tickets, Medieval Times tickets, Mia’s Pizza and Eats, Redbox and Pikes Nurseries gift cards. Tickets are $10 at the door. Mark your calendar, call your friends, and come join the fun for a good cause. Feed the Hungry Forsyth, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit food rescue organization collecting bread, meats, and other foods that restaurants and other businesses would normally throw away and delivering to food pantries that provide food to the hungry in our community. For more information on Feed the Hungry Forsyth, Inc.: http://www.feedforsyth.org...
