Thursday, September 29, 2011
Food, art and theatre galore await you this weekend in Norcross.
We have a big weekend on the horizon. Make sure you check our list before heading out. "Will a Real Man Please Stand!" This weekend only, Monique Shaw's play "Will a Real Man Please Stand!" focuses on a successful woman's relationship with God and her search for a "real man". The show will play at Lionheart Theater in Norcross. Norcross Art Fest This Saturday and Sunday the Norcross Arts Festival will take over the historic downtown neighborhood. More than 180 talented artists will be showing and selling their wares along the streets and in the parks. A Kidz Zone will also be available for the younger set. Taste of Norcross Norcross area restaurants will have tastes of their menus available at this Friday night benefit, with proceeds …
Thursday, September 8, 2011
Let the mild, crisp weather be your muse.
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- Dan Fontaine
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Thursday, September 8, 2011
After some dreary, rainy days, this weekend will be amazing. Crisp, mild weather will accompany some great outdoor activities. So take a look, make a choice and Get Out! British Car Fayre If unique, historic cars and motorcycles are your thing, this weekend is your weekend. Fellow enthusiasts will gather in Downtown Historic Norcross this Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for the annual British Car Fayre to show off and talk about their British cars and bikes. Quick note: festival partner, Iron Horse Tavern will have Fish and Chips "wrapped and ready" to go. No Reason Block Party If you missed the last couple "No Reason Block Parties" in Downtown Duluth, no worries. This Thursday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., for absolutely no reason, they'…
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Cirque, a Buffet band and Olivia: A strange combo for a great weekend.
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- Dan Fontaine
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Thursday, September 1, 2011
Dralion - Cirque du Soleil This weekend, Cirque du Soleil returns to the Gwinnett Arena with Dralion. In this show, the 3000 year-old tradition of Chinese acrobatic arts will be combined with the multidisciplinary presentation of Cirque. Shows are taking place all weekend. Thursday - 7:30 p.m. Friday - 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday - 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday - 1:00 and 5:00 p.m. Norcross Concert Series - A1A This summer's Norcross Concert Series in Thrasher Park comes to an end this Friday with the Jimmy Buffett tribute band, A1A. So mix up your margaritas and pull your shark-finned hats out of the closet and get to Historic Norcross. Just be careful to not blow out a flip flop. Olivia Visits Saturday morning, Barnes and Noble in The Forum…
Thursday, August 25, 2011
See "The Princess Bride" this weekend under the stars--and more!
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- Dan Fontaine
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Thursday, August 25, 2011
Summer is winding down. The air is a little crisper, nights are a little cooler and we're all being forcefully surrounded by football. These are all great reasons to spend sometime outside finding new things to do. Here are some great suggestions for this week. American Red Cross Blood Drive If you're in the mood to give back this weekend, think about donating blood. Especially if you have type "O", call 1-800-REDCROSS to schedule an appointment for Friday at Glenn C. Jones Middle School in Suwanee. Movie Night at Lillian Webb Park Downtown Norcross will be showing the classic movie The Princess Bride this Saturday evening. The flick starts around dusk but the fun begins at 7:00 p.m. with food, activities for the kids and more. Atlanta …
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Comedy, famous DJs and the Rocket Man... well, almost.
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- Dan Fontaine
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Thursday, August 18, 2011
Trivia Night - Iron Horse Tavern The Horse continues it's weekly tradition of Thursday night trivia this week. Even though the regular trivia announcer Erin has moved on to greener pastures (Decatur, not heaven), the new guy is pretty good too. Come out and see if you can beat the Lucky Pachyderms or that ridiculous group that sits at the bar. DJ Cobra at Wild Bills You like to dance? The man who plays for celebs, DJ Cobra, will be making his first visit to Atlanta with a party at Wild Bill's Thursday night! For more information, please visit the website. Norcross Concert Series - Almost Elton John and the Rocket Band The summer is coming to an end quickly so if you haven't been to Thrasher Park to see a concert, you'd better head out …
Thursday, August 11, 2011
The event of the year... and the event for no reason.
There's plenty to keep you going this weekend around Norcross... Just DON'T go down 141 to get there. 93rd PGA Championship The event of the weekend and maybe the year for Gwinnett is the 93rd PGA Championship at Atlanta Athletic Club. As a member of the gallery 10 years ago when David Toms battled Phil Mickelson, I can safely say that the final round of this event has a chance to be the most exciting, dramatic sporting event you'll see all year. If you can and you care, go. No Reason Block Party One of the great things about Duluth is that they'll throw a party for no reason at all. Don't believe me? Show up at the Duluth Town Green Thursday around 5:00 p.m. and bask in the glory that is the No Reason Block Party. Glory specified - live …
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Don't Stop Believin' that the weekend will get here soon.
Do you guys recycle? I do. Glass, plastic, paper, etc. What I try not to recycle are these intros. But it's tough. So if I say something I've already said before, roll with it. I'm doing my best here. So, do you guys recycle? I do. Glass, plastic, paper, etc. What I try not to recycle are these intros. But it's tough. Oh wait... Keith Urban in Concert Country music superstar Keith Urban decided to add another show on Thursday to his previously scheduled Friday night show at Gwinnett Arena. This is sure to be the ticket of the weekend around these parts so choose a night, get a ticket and have a blast. Georgia SPCA Black Caturday Adoption Event So, how lucky are you feeling? This entire weekend the Georgia Society for the Prevention of the …
Thursday, July 14, 2011
Parties, movies and pretty in pink this weekend.
It's hot. It was hot, it's gonna be hot. But don't let the heat deter you from experiencing all the great things happening around you. No Reason Block Party Duluth is hosting a block party this Thursday for absolutely no reason other than to have fun. Smokey's Farmland Band will provide live music to complement the family-friendly activities, food and drinks. Family Movie Night in Lillian Webb The forecast on Saturday is "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs," as the movie comes back to Lillian Webb Park in Historic Norcross after a rain-out earlier in the summer. Pre-movie fun starts at 7 p.m. Baseball Book Signing Event This Sunday, meet and visit with four authors who've written great books about baseball. They'll be signing books at …
Thursday, July 7, 2011
It is a musical weekend in Gwinnett!
The fireworks are over (for the most part) and hopefully you didn't burn down your house. Or your neighbor's house. Either way you can still burn the candle at both ends and we've got some great ideas to get you started. First Friday Art WalkChocolate Perks opens their Friday Art Walk series with photos of Italy by Kayte Henderson. Live music will also be provided by Mixed Greens and Paul Sanner. Come for the art and stick around for the wonderful food and drink. Glee's Matthew Morrison Matt Morrison, the man who plays Will Schuester on Glee, is stopping by Gwinnett Arena Friday night to perform songs from his new album and maybe even a few tunes from the show. Norcross Concert Series - The Stephen Lee Band The Stephen Lee Band kicks off …
Saturday, July 2, 2011
The Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center is open daily from as early at 8 a.m. and offers something unique for everyone to experience and enjoy.
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Saturday, July 2, 2011
There’s a natural “diamond in the rough” off Old Alabama Road--just across from all of those lost golf balls in the “rough” at the Country Club of The South. You can explore nature trails, tour the Heritage Village, experience Native American dwellings, visit exotic animal exhibits or even get married – at the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve and Heritage Center. This 46-acre preserve strives to keep the rich history and natural habitat of the Johns Creek area alive and viable through educational programs, preservation projects and fun filled activities - all funded by donations or the occasional nominal fee for, say, a guided tour. People who visit the preserve on a frequent basis usually come to hike or run the two-mile network of trails…
