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Summertime sounds in Norcross
Friday, June 26 — This year’s “Jazz in the Alley” series at Thrasher Park kicks off tomorrow, June 27, at 7:30 p.m., featuring local saxophonist Antoine Gibson. A visit to Gibson’s website has me envious of anyone within earshot of the park.
🎺 Jazz is something I’ve always enjoyed because it reminds me of being with family as a kid. Though my family lacks musical talent (and artistry, in general), it’s all my 90-year-old grandfather listens to while he’s driving. Keep your eyes peeled for a silver-haired man driving a convertible Lexus with jazz pumping through the speakers.
🦷 On a personal note, I spent five hours at the dentist’s office yesterday. I’m headed back this afternoon, and I am hoping to make it out in time to put together next week’s newsletter for y’all.
As always, here are some things to know:
📆 The city calendar is just about empty next week. The city has its July 3 fireworks show, and the Norcross Planning and Zoning Board is set to meet on July 1 at 6:30 p.m. to make recommendations to the city council related to downtown parking policies.
⚽ If you’re headed south for a FIFA World Cup watch party over the next few weeks, check our Atlanta guide for the latest on fan fests, watch parties, and food deals.
Let’s get into some stories,
😎 Hayden
❤️ Alan Mothner knows that making art helps in making a community. That’s why he’s the CEO of Spruill Center for the Arts, a nonprofit that’s connected people in Perimeter for over 50 years. Watch this video to see what’s bringing everyone together. SPONSOR MESSAGE
State Rep. Ruwa Romman shares updates on Georgia’s 7th Senate District
🫏 State Rep. Ruwa Romman (D-Duluth) stopped by downtown Norcross on June 24 to share the latest updates after this month’s special legislative session and answer constituents’ questions about her run for Georgia’s 7th Senate District.
Romman, who currently represents the state’s 97th House District, is fresh off a Democratic runoff victory over Rahul Garabadu for one of Gwinnett County’s state Senate districts.
“This is one of the few places where I’ve noticed people come from all over the political spectrum,” Romman said about Norcross. “You’ve got center, right, left, you name it.”
🏛️ Read about Romman’s platform and the special session here.
Celebrate Summer in Alpharetta!
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🎙️Get ready for a season packed with music, moments, and memory-making in Alpharetta!
All summer long, enjoy the can’t-miss concerts, patriotic celebrations, global excitement, signature festivals, AND a chance to score your own weekend getaway.
Whether you’re here to rock out, explore, cheer, or unwind, Alpharetta is your home base for a summer that truly celebrates it all.
Norcross Red, White & Boom fireworks set for July 3
🎆 Norcross is hosting its annual Red, White & Boom fireworks show, free and open to the public, on Friday, July 3, at Lillian Webb Park from 5 to 10 p.m.
Before the fireworks light up the sky at dusk (or about 9:40 p.m.), the city has live music from The A-Town A-List, food from local vendors, face painting, and other family activities.
The city announced that downtown parking will cease after noon on July 3, and several downtown streets will close at 2 p.m.
🇺🇸 Check out where to park for the July 3 fireworks here.
❤️ Alan Mothner knows that making art helps in making a community. That’s why he’s the CEO of Spruill Center for the Arts, a nonprofit that’s connected people in Perimeter for over 50 years. Watch this video to see what’s bringing everyone together. SPONSOR MESSAGE
World Cup semifinal watch party in Norcross
⚽ Explore Gwinnett, the county’s tourism arm, and the City of Norcross are partnering to host a watch party for the July 15 FIFA World Cup semifinal at Lillian Webb Park.
While Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium is hosting two of the world’s four best soccer teams, viewing at Lillian Webb Park will be free and open to the public.
Festivities begin at 2 p.m. with live music, followed by the 3 p.m. kickoff on the big screen.
🌎 Read more about Gwinnett’s World Cup watch parties here.
Suspect arrested in Norcross burglary case, after jewelry stolen from open house
🚨 The Norcross Police Department announced the arrest of a suspect connected to a residential burglary near downtown Norcross in early June.
The investigation resulted in the recovery of stolen property, the identification and arrest of the suspect, and successful coordination between multiple law enforcement agencies, according to Norcross officials.
The Norcross Police Department did not provide the suspect’s name or any identifying characteristics. The case remains under investigation, and additional charges may be forthcoming, according to the announcement.
🚓 Read about the detectives’ work to locate the suspect here.
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