The 13th annual Peachtree Corners Festival, is an anticipated event that brings together residents and visitors for a weekend of community spirit, entertainment and good vibes, is back—for its 13th year.
Located in and around Town Center, the Peachtree Corners will be hosted on September 21-22, with times on Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. There will be arts, crafts, home made goods, live music on the Town Green stage, a classic car show, plenty of food trucks on site and free parking.
Peachtree Corners Festival is a non-profit, 501(c)(3) volunteer organization dedicated to putting on a safe and wholesome family-friendly event. The festival also has a positive cash flow, and funds support the education and beautification of the city. The best part? It is completely free to attend.
Festival President Dave Huffman says: “Our residents like to have a festival to call their own, although we do get many attendees from surrounding cities and communities outside of Peachtree Corners. Come and enjoy.”
Norcross punts on Woman’s Club building
The Norcross City Council has punted on condemning the Norcross Woman’s Club property and acquiring it by eminent domain. At its September 3 meeting, it tabled the question and the item may come up at a later meeting.
It appears that the city is still interested in acquiring the property, and will now be in discussion with the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation, the current owners. In early August, the now-disbanded Woman’s Club donated the historic library and clubhouse to the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation’s Revolving Fund. The Trust planned to sell the building to a preservation-minded private buyer to adapt into a single-family home. That never happened, since in the meantime, the city posted a condemnation sign in front of the building, seeking to obtain it by eminent domain.
After the city’s first condemnation move, the Trust said it “makes clear that their primary objective is not to protect a local landmark, but rather to gain control of a property with no restrictions in place.” Local residents turned out in force for the September 3 City Council meeting, where council members discussed a resolution that would begin litigation to condemn the property.
Registration open for Georgia Race for Autism
Registration is now open for the annual Georgia Race for Autism, taking place on October 5, at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, located at 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway in Lawrenceville. This event promises something for the entire family! Whether you’re a seasoned runner or simply looking for a fun day out, you’ll find plenty to enjoy.
The event features a certified 5K race, a 1 Mile Fun Run, a 100-yard Dash, and a Tot Trot, ensuring that participants of all ages and fitness levels can join in the excitement. Runner Check-In opens bright and early at 7 a.m., so be sure to lace up your running shoes and get ready for a fantastic time! There’s also a silent auction for your participation.
The event opens at 6:30 a.m. for onsite registration and runner pickup of race number, t-shirts, and race bag. To register, click here.
Want to make an even bigger impact? Start a fundraising team and help us raise funds for Spectrum Autism Support Group. Your efforts will contribute to something truly special, supporting the vital work Spectrum does in our community.
But that’s not all! Stick around for the free Fall Festival, kicking off at 8 a.m. and packed with family-friendly activities. Enjoy a petting zoo, face painting, pony rides, inflatables, balloon art, a sensory fun area, a trackless train, music, entertainment, a silent auction, and over 75 resource/vendor booths. The festival runs until 12 noon, so there’s plenty of time to explore and have fun.
By participating in this event, you’ll be supporting Spectrum Autism Support Group’s mission to provide essential camps and clubs for individuals impacted by autism in our community. Don’t wait—sign up today and get ready to make a difference! We’ll see you at the starting line!
The last event drew a crowd of over 2,500, with 400 runners, and 80 vendors! And, over 150 community volunteers came to make this event a successful one. You want to be included in it in 2024.
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