Monday, June 13, 2011
Proceeds from this year's Corners to Crossings races presented to Fowler Family YMCA.
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Monday, June 13, 2011
Debbie Timm on behalf of the Corners to Crossing race committee presented a check on May 26 in the amount of $10,500 to the Fowler Family YMCA Partner With Youth campaign. The proceeds were collected from the The Corners to Crossing race, which began in 2008 as a way to bring together the two communities of Peachtree Corners and Norcross. This was the 4th annual race with more than 600 runners participating this year. "The annual Corners to Crossing race is a great fundraiser for the Y and great event for both communities," said Timm. This year’s race was run on Saturday, April 16, 2011. It is also a qualifying race for the Peachtree Road Race, which is held every July 4th. The Corners to Crossing race featured a 10K race starting at the …
Monday, April 18, 2011
After crossing the finish line, a runner in the Corners to Crossing race got a big surprise.
When Katie Brown crossed the finish line of the Corners to Crossing race on Saturday, she was greeted by her boyfriend Alex Kirillov and some friends. Brown, whose parents live in Historic Norcross, was asked to go for a stroll by her boyfriend, with their friends (and this stealth reporter) trailing close behind. She wasn't tipped off from the expectant crew--but as she was standing in front of the fountains on Lillian Webb, he took out a ring and asked her to marry him. "I was so, so surprised," she said after giving a resounding, "Yes!" Brown said she was clued in that something might happen, since it is their anniversary week. The couple had already decided that they would like to get married in Historic Norcross, so Kirillov …
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Friday, April 15, 2011
Hey, Norcross. Wondering where to be when? Here's the lowdown on Saturday's festivities.
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Friday, April 15, 2011
The big day is upon us: The annual Corners to Crossing Race and Life's A Beach party! Here's a recap of what is happening when. Please be sure to check out the road closures as well. Corners to Crossing Race 8:00 a.m.--The 10K course starts at The Forum at 5155 Peachtree Parkway and meanders through Peachtree Corners and through the neighborhoods of historic Norcross. 7:30 a.m.--The 5K starts at Norcross First Baptist Church, 706 N. Peachtree and follows a similar course as the 10K as it moves through Norcross neighborhoods. 7:30a.m.--The 1 mile runs also starts at Norcross First Baptist Church, 706 N. Peachtree, right after the 5K. It is run directly down N. Peachtree to the finish line. 9:15 a.m.--The ever-popular Tot Trot will be …
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Jones St & College St, Norcross, GA
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Thrasher Park
Park Dr & Buchanan St, Norcross, GA
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Thursday, April 14, 2011
A weekend of summery fun awaits you.
So much to choose from this weekend: There's the annual road race and musical comeback and a night without kids just around the corner. You will make it through Friday after all. "Rock and Roll Stories" at the Red Clay Theater This compilation of some of the best rock and roll from Zepplin, The Who, Floyd, Hendrix, The Beatles and more will include songs, commentary about the bands, influences and inspiration and video and photo presentations. This is a show for the entire family so get your tickets today for Friday or Saturday. Corners to Crossing 5K and 10K Run This Saturday, the annual tradition will take runners from The Forum in Peachtree Corners to Thrasher Park in Norcross. After the race, Lillian Webb hosts the Beach Party …
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
The big day is Saturday. Forget about driving and come join in the fun.
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Tuesday, April 12, 2011
In order to protect the runners and walkers participating in the "Corners to Crossing Road Races," the following area will have limited or emergency access only for all vehicles on Saturday, April 16 from 7:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.: Please adjust your travel plans accordingly during these time periods. Emergency and limited access traffic will be available. Please follow detour signs and instructions from traffic directors at street barricades. For any emergency, please dial 911 or the Norcross Police at 770-448-2111. The City of Norcross and Norcross Neighbors thank you.
kimber garrison
10:52 pm on Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Yea Katie and Alex!!!! so excited more ›