Community Corner

🌱 Voter Registration Deadline + Pinecrest Recognized As Best School

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Cumming.

Phil Giltman's profile picture
Phil Giltman, Patch Contributing WriterVerified Patch Staff Badge
|

Hello, everybody! I'm back with your new copy of the Cumming Daily. Here are all the things you need to know about what's happening these days in town. Today you'll find news about:

  • Voter registration deadline
  • Pinecrest recognized as a 2023 Best School
  • Oktoberfest

Fun Fact: Oct. 5 is National Do Something Nice Day!

Today's weather:

Beautiful with plenty of sun. High: 80 Low: 49.

🏡 Attention, real estate pros in Cumming! We're now offering an exclusive sponsorship opportunity for an agent interested in attracting local clients and standing apart from the competition. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top stories in and around Cumming today:

  1. Are you registered to vote for the Nov. 8 election? Well, the deadline to register is Oct. 11. Forsyth County residents can register by mail, in person or online. For online registration, visit this link. To register in person, residents can visit any Forsyth County library or the Forsyth County Voter Registrations & Elections Office, 1201 Sawnee Drive. To register by mail, a Voter Registration Application must be filled out and postmarked by the deadline or delivered in person to the Elections Office. (Subscription: Forsyth County News)
  2. Pinecrest Academy has been recognized as a 2023 Best School by Niche.com. The private PreK3-12 Catholic school achieved the following rankings: no. 1 Catholic High School in Atlanta, no. 1 Catholic High School in Georgia, no. 1 Private K-12 School in Forsyth County, no. 1 College Prep Private High School in Forsyth County, no. 10 Private K-12 School in Georgia, no. 46 Catholic High School in America. Congrats to Pinecrest Academy on these recognitions. (Niche)
  3. Don your lederhosen and come to Alpharetta Avalon for an Oktoberfest celebration Oct. 8. The event will be from 5-8 p.m. Its main street will be turned into a beer hall, featuring outdoor games and pop-up stations from some of the community's restaurants. Tickets are $15, which includes an Oktoberfest stein. Proceeds will benefit the Wills Park Equestrian Foundation. (Awesome Alpharetta)

Today in and around Cumming:

  • Service, Citizenship, and Civil Rights Exhibit at Hampton Park Library (All Day)
  • American Red Cross Blood Drive at Sharon Forks Library (2 p.m.)
  • Cozy Giant Blanket Workshop at Pine and Pigment (6 p.m.)
  • Understanding Your Teen at United Way of Forsyth County (6 p.m.)
  • Welcoming Wildlife and Protecting Water Quality at Cumming Library (7 p.m.)
  • Trivia Night at Freedom Mill (7 p.m.)
  • Karaoke Night at Good Ol' Days Bar (11 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Forsyth County Schools celebrated Custodian Appreciation Day and schools around the county expressed their appreciation for all the custodians working at all the schools to keep them clean and safe.
  • Forsyth County Government is offering free fitness, art and wellness classes as part of the improved Forsyth County Senior Services membership. (Forsyth County Georgia Government 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)
  • 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)
  • 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, Oct. 15 at 6 p.m. (Humane Society of Forsyth County, GA via Facebook)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Events:

You're officially in the loop 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

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.

More from Cumming