🌱 2023 Teacher Of The Year Awards Today + Upcoming Events In Cumming

Hello, everybody. I'm here right on time with your Thursday edition of the Cumming Patch newsletter, full of everything you need to know about what's happening in town. Including updates on...

• The 2023 Teacher of the Year Awards happening today.
• The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office "SHE*RIFF Women's Open House Event" this weekend.
• Upcoming local business networking events hosted by the FoCo Chamber.

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A touch of afternoon rain. High: 56 Low: 46.

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Here are the top stories today in Cumming:

1. Today at 11:30 a.m., the Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 2023 Teacher of the Year Awards at Forsyth Conference Center. This year's event is hosted in partnership with Forsyth County Schools, Northside Hospital Forsyth, and Georgia Power, and will honor "STAR Partners in Education," including outstanding parents and guardians of Forsyth County students and distinguished educational staff. Click here to view the full list of nominees and award categories. (Forsyth County Chamber)
2. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is organizing an open house event for women, called SHE*RIFF Women's Open House, on Mar. 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Women will be able to participate in interactive demonstrations led by women from the SWAT team, K9 unit, and Use of Force simulator, among others. For more information, community members can email phelpscn@fcso.us. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
3. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office is offering a free Women's Self Defense class on Mar. 14 at the Old Atlanta Recreation Center in nearby Suwanee. The class is open to Forsyth County residents and designed to teach situational awareness to women through case studies of previous abductions, with limited hands-on training. The class is for women only, but teenagers aged 14 and above can attend at their parent's discretion due to the mature content. (Old Atlanta Park and Recreation Center via Facebook)
4. Local businesses are a cornerstone of our community. If you want to support them, there's no shortage of upcoming events with the Forsyth County Chamber! Next week, there will be a Power Networking Lunch at Tacos & Tequilas Mexican Grill (Mar. 14 at 11:30 a.m.) and a "9 Before 9" networking event at Atlanta Bread & Bar (Mar. 17 at 7:30 a.m.). Visit the link for the full list of upcoming Chamber and member events. (Forsyth County Chamber)
5. Village Italian and Wheezy's Toy Store are hosting a Disney-themed Princess & Superhero Brunch on Mar. 25 featuring Elsa and Anna from "Frozen." The ticketed event includes a special Disney-themed brunch menu, performances of Disney songs by Elsa and Anna, and a meet-and-greet with the princesses at your table. Recommended activities for ages three and up include a singalong, princess games, dancing, and more. Tickets are $40 per person. (Village Italian via Facebook)

Today in Cumming:

• 50+ Supper Club At First Baptist Church Cumming (6:oo PM)
• Twilight Tales At Cumming Library Children's Area (6:30 PM)
• Music Bingo At Wild Wing Cafe (6:30 PM)
• "Addams Family - The Musical" At North Forsyth High (7:00 PM)
• "The Lion King, Jr." At Pinecrest Academy (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Last chance to apply for Forsyth County School District’s open Coordinator of Resource Development position! This Human Resources job listing will be closing tomorrow, Mar. 10. Visit the link for more details and to learn how to apply. ( Forsyth County School District via Applitrack)
• Pickleball has returned to the Forsyth County Family YMCA! Open play is happening on Mondays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., beginning this Monday, Mar. 13. (Forsyth County Family YMCA via Instagram)
• Calling all local house hunters! These gorgeous properties have just been listed for sale in Cumming, including 4850 Widgeon Way and 4260 High Gables East. Click the link for property specs and list prices. (Cumming Patch)

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— Sean Peek

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