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🌱 Actress Leaving Law & Order: SVU + Cumming Art Fest 2022 + Car Show
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Cumming.
Hey, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through the most important things happening these days in town. Here goes...
Dad Joke: If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring? Pilgrims.
Today's weather:
Humid with a t-storm or two. High: 86 Low: 69.
Here are the top five stories today in Cumming:
- After a 12-year run, Law & Order: SVU actress and Cumming native Kelli Giddish is departing from the show. Giddish, 42, played Det. Amanda Rollins. She said that she's been so fortunate to be part of the Law & Order family for the last 12 years and that playing Rollins has been one of the "greatest joys and privileges of her life." Giddish attended Forsyth Central High School, according to Wikipedia. (Daily Mail)
- Ready for some family fun? The Cumming Art Fest 2022 will take place Sept. 17 and 18 at the new Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road. Presented by Forsyth Herald, there will be children's activities, festival eats, artists, games and more. (Forsyth Herald).
- The 29th Annual Auto Crusade Car Show and Autocross will be in Cumming this weekend at the Cumming Fairgrounds. The charity event benefits families in need at Christmas and other church-related activities. There will be a DJ, concessions, homemade ice cream and of course beautiful trucks and cars to look at, both old and new. Auto Crusade Car Show started in 1994 as a single day event with 54 cars at Forsyth Central High School. Twenty-nine years later, it is a multi-day event. This includes Autocross during the day and a Cruise-In at night on Friday and features another day of Autocross and the annual Car Show on Saturday. (GSRA)
- Forsyth County Government will host a ribbon cutting ceremony Thursday Sept. 8 at 11 a.m. to celebrate upgrades and new amenities at Midway Park. Improvements and additions to the park include new inclusive and accessible playground, laser grading and new sod on diamond fields, new batting cages and bullpens, a new pavilion and more. (Forsyth County Government)
- Week 2 of Friday Night lights kicks off tonight with some key matchups around the county. Ranked No.9 in Class 5A, Cambridge (1-0) will head to Denmark (0-1). Forsyth Central (1-0), who lost last year to North Forsyth 23-0, will be looking for revenge as they host the Raiders (0-1). Entering its second season, East Forsyth (0-0) will host Seckinger (0-1). Dawson County (1-0) will play Lambert (1-0) at The Horn in a battle of two undefeated teams. Calvary Christian (0-1) heads to Pinecrest (1-0). South Forysth (1-0) travels to Kennesaw to take on Harrison (0-1). Lastly, Marietta (0-1) heads to West Forsyth (1-0) in an inaugural meeting between the two teams. (Forsyth County News)
Today in and around Cumming:
- Quilt Show - Hampton Park Library (All Day)
- Fall Open House - The Perfect Pigg (4 p.m.)
- Lego Club - Hampton Park Library (4 p.m.)
- Live Music: Levi Manson Music - The Collection (6 p.m.)
- Groovin' on the Green - Halcyon (6 p.m.)
- Avalon Nights Live - Avalon (6 p.m.)
- Friday Night Dance Party - Atlanta Dance (7:30 p.m.)
- Live Music: Cody Bolden & The Road Hands (8 p.m.)
- The Man in Black - Buford Community Center (8 p.m.)
- Classic Rock Dance Band 120 East Plays at West Milford Farm (8 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- Due to renovations, Humane Society of Forsyth County we will be closed today and Saturday for adoptions between noon and 3 p.m. The shelter will remain open for already scheduled clinic appointments from 8:30 a.m. - noon. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
- Cumming Elementary School is looking for 4th and 5th graders to join the chorus club. (Cumming Elementary School via Facebook)
- The Forsyth County Georgia Animal Shelter "Summer of Love" event is coming to an end. All pet adoption fees are waived through Sept. 6. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
- Humane Society of Forsyth County is looking for volunteers this weekend. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
- Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is reminding motorists to park their phone before they drive. Georgia is a hands-free state. Drivers cannot have a phone in their hand or touching any part of their body while driving. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
- Forsyth County Schools is looking for carpenters and electricians. FCS has two openings in its facilities department. http://ow.ly/8SA750Kqwsc (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
- Forsyth County Family YMCA's virtual esports fall league is open for registration for ages 8-18. Register by September 12. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Instagram)
- Whitlow Elementary is hosting Curriculum Night September 22. There will be two sessions from 5 - 6 p.m. or 6 - 7 p.m. Parents/guardians can choose a session or attend both. (Whitlow Elementary via Facebook)
- Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is hiring. Visit www.forsythsheriffcareers.com. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
- Need a pet sitter? Tricia Pokorney is bonded and insured with over 20 years experience. Call or text 941-284-0122. (Nextdoor)
- The USDA has ended free meals for all students. Many students are selecting meals at school but with no payment plan established. Please access mypaymentsplus.com to pre-pay for your child's meals or apply for free/reduced meals at forsyth.k12.ga.us/freereduced. (Matt Elementary via Facebook)
- Need an electrician? Contact Fields Electric at 706-572-2625 and ask for Terry. He has 25 years experience, licensed and insured, residential or commercial. (Nextdoor)
- If you enjoy singing, visit Cummings Barbershop Chorus. It meets every Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Lanier United Methodist Church. (North GA Barbers Singers)
- Forsyth County Schools is in need of bus drivers. Pay begins at $18.02 per hour with full benefits. (Forsyth County News)
- Interested in becoming a mentor in Forsyth County Schools? Check the link training dates and more information. (Shiloh Point Elementary via Facebook)
- Humane Society of Forsyth County is looking for folks to join its Street Team, a group of volunteers who attend community events, man the booths and spread the word about what the shelter and HSFC does. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
- Forsyth County Public Library is looking for teenagers interested in serving on a Teen Advisory Board (TAB). TAB is for teens in grades 6-12 that help plan and promote teen programs in the county's libraries. It's designed to help students gain leadership experience, help the community and meet new people. (Forsyth County Public Library via Facebook)
- Forsyth County Government is hiring. Check out the opportunities available (Forsyth County Government)
- Rock Solid Brewing will host a Teacher Appreciation Day Saturday, August 27, offering all teachers a $5 gift card with your order during the hours of noon - 6 p.m. (NextDoor).
- If you need help, get it! A new mental health hotline is now active. You can now call or text 988 to reach the Suicide Prevention Hotline and get the care you need 24/7. You can also visit 988lifeline.org/chat to chat with a caring counselor. This shortcut is not replacing the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255), but will serve as an easy alternative for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis. (United Way Of Forsyth County via Instagram)
- Tickets are now available for the 18th Annual Bark & Boogie Ball. This is the premier fundraising event for the Humane Society of Forsyth County. The ball will be held Saturday, October 15 at 6 p.m. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)
- Pinecrest Academy will host nationally known author, syndicated columnist, and family psychologist John Rosemond September 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. (Pinecrest Academy)
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That's it for today. I'll see you around!
— Phil Giltman
About me: I've lived in Cumming since 2010. I'm married with two kids, both in Forsyth County Schools. I consider myself a jack of all trades. I love solid news reporting, scoring baseball games, playing golf, watching movies, reading books, doing crossword puzzles, listening to music, competing in fantasy leagues, commissioning said fantasy leagues, playing poker, trying new foods, traveling, and hanging with friends and family. I appreciate you stopping by.
Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Cumming Daily? Contact me at phil.giltman@Patch.com
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