🌱 Christmas Arts & Crafts Festival + Steakhouse Fails Inspection

Hello again, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning with your fresh copy of the Cumming Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in town, including...

• The 19th Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Festival
• Built to Quit smoking and tobacco cessation course
• Cumming Steakhouse scores a 41/U on food inspection

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But first, today's weather:

Warm with decreasing clouds. High: 78 Low: 59.

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Here are the top stories in Cumming today:

1. 'Tis the season. The 19th Annual Christmas Arts & Crafts Festival at Lanier Tech will be held this weekend, Nov. 12 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Nov. 13 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Come get a photo in Santa's sleigh or visit The Elf Corner, where only kids can shop. Food vendors and local charities and organizations will also be in attendance at this family-friendly event. (Patch)
2. Ready to quit smoking? Starting Nov. 8, Northside Hospital Cancer Institute will host a six-week course called Built to Quit. This virtual program teaches participants the dangers of smoking, the benefits of stopping, and mechanisms to cope with urges. The course is led by an American Lung Association-certified facilitator and includes behavioral and respiratory therapists who will provide support and guidance throughout the six weeks. (Northside Hospital)
3. The Ridge – Great Steaks and Seafood off Turner Road scored a 41/U on a recent restaurant inspection after a number of health and food violations were reported. The staff and food manager will be retrained on Georgia food codes and the restaurant will be reinspected at a later date. The restaurant scored a 90/A on its last inspection. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

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Today in and around Cumming:

• Fall Story Stroll at Cumming Library (All Day)
• Operation Green Light at VFW Post 9143 (8 a.m.)
• Publix Aprons® Thanksgiving Day Table Twists at Alpharetta Commons Publix (5:30 p.m.)
• Conversational English at Cumming Library (5:30 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Forsyth Central High School's Cheer Dawgs finished 3rd at Ola High School. They are off to the state championships. (Forsyth Central High School via Facebook)
• Advance Voting for the November 8 General Election & Special Election has concluded. The next opportunity to vote is on Election Day – Tuesday, November 8. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Schools is now accepting applications for 2023-24 principals. Apply today at http://ow.ly/UWzX50LtAm9 (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
• Chattahoochee Elementary's Scholastic Fall Book Fair runs Nov. 7-14. 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Chattahoochee Elementary via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Schools is seeking substitute nurses. Apply today at http://ow.ly/zYUp50LsvWa" (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
• Central Park Baseball and Softball announced registration for Spring 2023 Baseball and Softball is now open. Take advantage of the early bird discount by signing up before Jan. 1. (Central Park Baseball and Softball via Facebook)

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Events:

• Christmas Festival at Lanier Tech (November 12)
• Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra - A Veterans Day Salute! (November 12)
• Taxes in Retirement - Forsyth Conference Center (November 14)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— 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.

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