🌱 Eclipse Di Luna Now Open + Cumming Lantern Parade + Fall Cleaning

Hello again, everybody! It's Friday in Cumming and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in our community, including news about...

• Eclipse Di Luna now open
• Cumming Lantern Parade
• Fall cleaning

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Today's newsletter is sponsored by Heart & Hammer Realty

Has the local real estate market changed? Yes. But probably not how you think.

If you listen to some gloomy types, you might think the current Atlanta-area real estate market is in free fall. Guess again.

Compared to July 2019, in July 2022:

• Inventory is tighter (Listings are down by nearly 50%)
• Prices are way up (Median home prices are up nearly 50%)
• Time on the market is shorter (11 days vs. 28 days)

Oh, and interest rates? They're up, but by historical standards, they're still low as well.

The Atlanta market though is changing. And whether buying, selling or investing, you need a Realtor with enough experience and local knowledge to turn market data into insights that create value for you. And if that Realtor comes with a homebuilder who can help you evaluate a property or to prep a home for current market demand, odds of success go up.

Fortunately, Amanda Shelton and her husband Andy Shelton of Heart & Hammer Realty have you covered. She's a Top 20 percent Keller Williams agent. He's a top-notch builder who knows houses from the inside out.

To get a read on your home's value or to learn about current market opportunities, call or text Amanda today at 770.572.0722 or email her at amandashelton@kw.com.

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Now, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 74 Low: 47.

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Here are the top stories in Cumming today:

1. Do you like tapas, cocktails, live music and salsa dancing? Well, Eclipse Di Luna at Halcyon is now open for business. The restaurant serves dinner daily starting at 4 p.m. and weekend brunch starting at 11 a.m. There will be live music every night along with salsa lessons on Tuesday nights. Reservations can be made on Open Table. Eclipse Di Luna is located at 6710 Town Square, Suite 120. (Eclipse Di Luna)
2. The American Cancer Society of Forsyth County will host the Second Annual Cumming Lantern Parade at the Cumming City Center. This free event for all ages will be held Saturday, Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. Bring a decorated lantern, umbrella, and stroller and meet under the water tower at the Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road. Due to safety concerns, open flames are prohibited. Floating Lanterns are available for purchase in honor of a cancer survivor. The lanterns will float on Lou Sobh Amphitheater Pond during the parade. Business sponsorships lanterns are also available. (Subscription/Forsyth County News)
3. Got clutter? Well, it's time for some fall cleaning. Drop by the Forsyth County Senior Center at Sexton Hall, 2115 Chloe Road, today for a free shredding and learning event. From 10 a.m.-1 p.m., a shred truck, sponsored by AARP, will conduct on-site shredding of documents. There is a three bag or box limit. From 10-11 a.m., Kaye Ginsberg of Peace of Mind Transitions will present "Declutter & Organize." Light refreshments will be provided as well. (Patch)

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Today in and around Cumming:

• Cumming Greek Festival at Saints Raphael, Nicholas & Irene Greek Orthodox Church (3 p.m.)
• Cumming Fair at Cumming Fairgrounds (4 p.m.)
• Live Music: Billy Brennan at Legends Distillery (6 p.m.)
• Live Music: Georgia Back Porch Band at Freedom Mill (6 p.m.)
• Mixtape Brings the Soundtrack of the 80s at West Milford Farm (7 p.m.)
• "The Sound of Music" at The FoCAL Center (7:30 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• Advance voting for the Nov. 8 General Election & Special Election begins Monday, Oct. 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Voter Registrations & Elections Office, 1201 Sawnee Drive. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Forsyth County Family YMCA is hosting an inaugural Dunkin' Pumpkin event. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Instagram)
• Forsyth County Schools is looking for a technology support specialist. (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
• Daves Creek Elementary is hosting "Fall into STEM" Thursday, Oct. 27 from 5-7 p.m. Registration is open to purchase tickets. (Daves Creek Elementary via Facebook)
• Forsyth County is looking for poll workers for the upcoming election season. Serve the community, meet neighbors, make new friends and even get paid. (Forsyth County Georgia Government via Facebook)
• 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)
• 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, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)

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More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Events:

• Play Day for a Cause at Kiddie Academy of Cumming (October 15)
• Dinner & Latin Night Atlanta @ Tony's John's Creek Saturday, Oct. 15 (October 15)
• Add your event

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. 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.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Cumming Daily? Contact me at phil.giltman@Patch.com