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Strawberry Stoll: 5K & Baking Contest

Thrasher Park, Park Dr & Buchanan St, Norcross, GA | Get Directions »
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Join us for a deliciously fabulous strawberry-filled day...and calories DON'T COUNT at the Strawberry Stroll! The 5K walk/run begins at 10am, followed by inflatables and kids games, and a bake sale in Thrasher Park.

At noon, the winners of the Baking Contest will be announced with prizes going to the winners of Best Youth Baker, Best Adult Amateur and Best Professional categories, as well as Best Overall Strawberry Dish.

At 12:30 there's a pie eating contest - enter yourself or come cheer on your favorite pie guzzler!

Fresh local and naturally grown strawberries will be for sale downtown, with strawberry treats in our local shops and restaurants. Live music rounds out the day - come relax and eat your way into the afternooon!

Entry forms and details available at www.aplacetoimagine.com

The event is sponsored by Rock Tenn, Kingdom Kids and Norcross' Downtown Development Authority. Proceeds from the 5K and the Baking Contest go to Kingdom Kids, a Gwinnett-based 100% pass-through organization that grants wishes to children facing challenging circumstances.

Contact: Lauren Hutchinson - (404) 643-8744 - lhutchinson@hotmail.com

Event Details

Posted by: Jennifer Nelson
Where Thrasher Park Park Dr & Buchanan St, Norcross, GA 30071
Next on This event is over.
Time 10:00 am–2:30 pm
Website http://­www.­norcrossga.­net/­events/­event-­profile.­php?­Event_ID=­1702
Phone (404) 643-8744
Price $0

More About Thrasher Park

Thrasher Park

Thrasher Park

Park Dr & Buchanan St, Norcross, GA
678-421-2025
Named for Norcross founder "Cousin John" Thrasher, this manicured central park is the frequent host to community events. A bandshell, new playground and picnic pavilion dot the park. Stroll the downtown area then relax in the park for a picnic or take a historic tree walk. The park's brochure is available at the Norcross Welcome Center and on its website. 

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