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Good morning, Forsyth County,

Some hurricane seasons feel like one storm after another, so this year’s quieter stretch has been a welcome relief. Now, though, Tropical Storm Isaias is strengthening in the Gulf and is expected to become a hurricane as it approaches the northern Gulf Coast, with Alabama and the Florida Panhandle among the areas preparing for possible impacts.

The forecast could still shift, but rain will probably reach our area this weekend. Take a few minutes to check your flashlights, charge your devices, and make sure you have water and a few essentials handy in case the power goes out. Hopefully, those flashlights stay in the drawer, but having them ready is one less thing to worry about.

As you make weekend plans, remember that some of the events below could be postponed or canceled because of the weather. Check with organizers before heading out.

– Chad

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THE DIGEST

Whole Foods Takes Another Step Toward Opening

Forsyth County’s first Whole Foods Market is moving forward with new approvals from the county’s planning department as construction continues along Ronald Reagan Boulevard. The store will anchor Forsyth Town Center, Fuqua Development’s project at Peachtree Parkway, across from The Collection at Forsyth. Recent permit milestones include completion of the building’s shell inspections and approval of two exterior wall signs. Those steps help explain the progress residents are seeing at the site as the grocery store takes shape. Once open, the location will give Forsyth shoppers another local grocery option and bring a major anchor to a corner filling with restaurants, shops, and services.

A Thousand Helping Hands for Lake Lanier

Nearly 1,000 volunteers registered for this year’s Shore Sweep, bringing neighbors, businesses, and boating groups together to tackle the debris accumulating around Lake Lanier. Crews hauled away discarded dock floats, trash, and other bulky material, with commercial operators supplying barges, loaders, and trucks to handle the heavy lifting. The effort extended beyond the main cleanup day: designated drop-off sites accepted debris for two weeks beforehand, helping more people contribute. The Lake Lanier Association expects the final debris tally to take several weeks, but the turnout already shows the reach of this annual volunteer effort. For Forsyth residents who fish, boat, or spend weekends along the shoreline, that work helps care for a lake woven into everyday local life.

Raiders Swing Their Way Into School History

North Forsyth’s softball team gave the home crowd a win and a place in the school record book on October 6. The Raiders beat North Hall 12–4 while establishing a new program record for home runs in a single season. Eleanor Sneddon contributed a home run during the matchup, adding to the power that has defined this year’s lineup. The victory also gave North a quick turnaround after a 7–4 loss at River Ridge the previous day. As the regular season winds down, the milestone gives players and families something lasting to celebrate: this Raiders team has cleared the fences more often than any before it.

CIVIL NEWS

Whitlow Elementary Local School Council Meeting
When: Thursday, October 8, 9:30 AM
What: The public school council brings parents, teachers and business representatives into school decisions and supports student achievement.
Where: Whitlow Elementary School, 3655 Castleberry Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Forsyth County Civil Service Board Regular Meeting
When: Thursday, October 8, 10:00 AM
What: The county’s Civil Service Board holds its regular meeting. A detailed agenda was not posted when checked.
Where: Forsyth County Juvenile Court Building, 875 Lanier 400 Parkway, Cumming, GA 30040

Forsyth County Board of Assessors Regular Meeting
When: Thursday, October 8, 2:00 PM
What: The board considers commercial and residential assessment appeals, personal property appeals, assessment corrections, a conservation-use property matter, and appointing a board secretary.
Where: Forsyth County Board of Assessors Building, 426 Canton Highway, Cumming, GA 30040

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Thursday

Cumming Country Fair & Festival
When: Thursday, October 8, 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM; Friday, October 9, 4:00 PM – midnight; Saturday, October 10, 10:00 AM – midnight; Sunday, October 11, 12:30 PM – 9:00 PM
What: The fair kicks off an eleven-day run with carnival rides, games, live entertainment, farm animals, Heritage Village attractions, and plenty of fair food. Thursday’s gate admission is free, courtesy of Northside Hospital Forsyth. Other days are $10, with children 10 and younger admitted free. Rides cost extra. These hours follow the official ticketing page.
Where: Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

Four Scythes Haunted Attraction
When: Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday and Saturday, October 9–10, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM; Sunday, October 11, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: Four Scythes opens its Halloween season at the fairgrounds, giving visitors another reason to stay after dark. Admission during the fair is $20 plus tax, with fair admission charged separately. The attraction operates rain or shine and is not recommended for children younger than 12.
Where: Horton Hall at Cumming Fairgrounds, 235 Castleberry Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

Toddler Tales
When: Thursday, October 8, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM
What: Toddlers ages 18–36 months and their caregivers can enjoy books, action rhymes, songs, and movement at Hampton Park Library. The program introduces early literacy through activities designed for young children. Registration is available through the library’s event page.
Where: Hampton Park Library, 5345 Settingdown Road, Cumming, GA 30041.

Preschool Pals
When: Thursday, October 8, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
What: Children ages 3–5 can join their caregivers for stories, singing, and movement at Post Road Library. The program helps preschoolers practice listening, build vocabulary, and develop the early reading skills they will carry into kindergarten.
Where: Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

Elementary Explorers: Candy Science Experiments
When: Thursday, October 8, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
What: Denmark Library turns candy into a science activity for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. This month’s Elementary Explorers program features hands-on experiments, giving curious kids a chance to investigate and learn together. No registration is required.
Where: Denmark Library, 530 Fowler Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004.

Cherry Street Brewpub Live Music
When: Thursday, October 8, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: Cherry Street’s beer garden hosts an evening of live music with a rotating lineup of solo and duo performers. Pair the show with dinner or drinks at the brewpub. If rain moves the performance indoors, the backup location is the Brewhouse, which is restricted to ages 21 and older.
Where: Cherry Street Brewpub at Halcyon, 6640 Town Square, Alpharetta, GA 30005.

Halcyon Movie Series
When: Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: Bring lawn chairs and blankets for a Halloween movie night on Halcyon’s Village Green. The organizer is teasing a classic about three witch sisters returning to Salem after 300 years. Snacks will be available for purchase, and outside food and drinks are not permitted.
Where: Halcyon Village Green, 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA 30005.

Chess for Kids
When: Thursday, October 8, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
What: Certified coaches from Championship Chess help beginners learn the basics and intermediate players practice new moves. The program is suggested for students in grades 2–8. Free event passes are distributed at the library beginning at 6:30 PM on a first-come, first-served basis.
Where: Sharon Forks Library, 2820 Old Atlanta Road, Cumming, GA 30041.

Friday

Friday Mood: Jazzercise Move & Groove on the Lawn
When: Friday, October 9, 8:30 AM – 9:30 AM
What: Start Friday with a free outdoor Jazzercise class at Cumming City Center. All fitness levels are welcome. Bring water, an exercise mat, and handheld weights for the workout, and check Jazzercise Cumming’s updates for weather-related changes.
Where: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

Books & Babies
When: Friday, October 9, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
What: Babies from birth through 18 months and their caregivers can share books, songs, movement, rhythm, and rhyme at Denmark Library. Free play follows the program, giving babies time to explore while caregivers meet other local families.
Where: Denmark Library, 530 Fowler Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004.

NÜ Wave ATL at Lou Sobh Amphitheater
When: Friday, October 9, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: NÜ Wave ATL brings the sounds of new wave and 1980s alternative music to Cumming City Center’s fall concert series. Admission and parking are free. Bring lawn chairs or blankets; friendly dogs on leashes are welcome. Outside food, alcohol, and coolers are prohibited.
Where: Lou Sobh Amphitheater at Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

Groovin’ on the Green
When: Friday and Saturday, October 9–10, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
What: Local musicians provide live acoustic music on Halcyon’s Village Green both evenings. Pick up dinner, drinks, or dessert from a nearby restaurant and settle in for an outdoor picnic with music. Outside food and coolers are not permitted.
Where: Halcyon Village Green, 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA 30005.

Saturday

Cumming Farmers Market
When: Saturday, October 10, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
What: Shop for farm-fresh produce, locally raised meat, eggs, honey, baked goods, jams, plants, and handmade items at Cumming City Center. The market sets up in the Vision Parkway parking lot, immediately to the left when entering from Canton Highway. Parking is available nearby.
Where: Vision Parkway parking lot at Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

The Great Chicken Chase 5K
When: Saturday, October 10, 8:00 AM
What: Big Peach Running Co. and Chick-fil-A bring a family-friendly run and walk to Halcyon. The 5K costs $40, and race packets include a coupon for a Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit. Register ahead of time and collect packets Friday, October 9, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM at Big Peach Running Co. in Cumming. The organizer states there will be no race-day registration or packet pickup.
Where: Halcyon, 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA 30005.

Saturday Family Storytime
When: Saturday, October 10, 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
What: Post Road Library welcomes the whole family for stories, songs, dancing, and puppets. This weekend storytime offers a simple morning outing for families looking to spend time together and introduce younger children to books.
Where: Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

Introduction to Medicare
When: Saturday, October 10, 11:00 AM – noon
What: Independent insurance agent Michael Michaud leads an educational session covering Medicare costs, coverage, and enrollment. Residents with questions about health and prescription coverage can learn how the program works and what to consider when reviewing their options.
Where: Denmark Library, 530 Fowler Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004.

Halloween Costume Swap
When: Saturday, October 10, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
What: Browse donated costumes and find something different for Halloween at Post Road Library. Costumes for all ages were accepted during the collection period, although specific sizes are not guaranteed. You do not need to have donated a costume to participate, and registration is not required.
Where: Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

Third Annual Sip & Support Wine Festival
When: Saturday, October 10, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
What: Talk of the Table hosts a wine festival benefiting Forsyth Community Clinic’s care for uninsured county residents. The afternoon includes wine tastings, local musicians, and artisan vendors. Tickets are $70 and include unlimited wine tastings, a charcuterie box, and a commemorative glass. Guests must be 21 or older and show identification.
Where: The Green at The Collection at Forsyth, 410 Peachtree Parkway, Cumming, GA 30041.

Dandiya Dance & Mela 2026
When: Saturday, October 10, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
What: Atlanta Community Events and D Media Makers present an evening of Dandiya and Garba dancing, live music, food, and shopping. Guests are encouraged to wear festive attire and celebrate with friends and family. The ticketing page currently lists its online ticket options as sold out.
Where: Forsyth Conference Center at Lanier Technical College, 3410 Ronald Reagan Boulevard, Cumming, GA 30041.

Sunday

Fall Sunday Music at Halcyon
When: Sunday, October 11, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
What: Galaxy Music and Arts presents an afternoon of live music on Halcyon’s Village Green. Pair the performance with brunch or a drink from one of the development’s restaurants. Halcyon shares the weekly performer lineup through its Facebook event page and Instagram updates.
Where: Halcyon Village Green, 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA 30005.

Forsyth Creates: Mini Halloween Wreaths
When: Sunday, October 11, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
What: Adults can assemble a miniature Halloween wreath at Post Road Library. Supplies are provided, and no crafting experience is needed. Free event passes are distributed beginning at 1:30 PM on a first-come, first-served basis.
Where: Post Road Library, 5010 Post Road, Cumming, GA 30040.

Learn to Sew
When: Sunday, October 11, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
What: Learn basic sewing-machine and hand-sewing skills while making a protective sleeve for a book. This adult workshop requires no previous experience, and all supplies are provided. Free event passes are distributed beginning at 1:30 PM on a first-come, first-served basis.
Where: Cumming Library, 585 Dahlonega Street, Cumming, GA 30040.

Connect and Create: An Adult Art Workshop
When: Sunday, October 11, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
What: Author and artist Cherry Mo leads a freestyle art workshop at Denmark Library. Adults can explore different materials while creating an individual piece inspired by the month’s theme. Materials are provided, and beginners are welcome.
Where: Denmark Library, 530 Fowler Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004.

Upcoming

Witches Night Out at Halcyon
When: Thursday, October 15, 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
What: Gather your friends for Halcyon’s annual Halloween ladies’ night, featuring music, dancing, shopping specials, pop-ups, photo opportunities, and giveaways. Come dressed for the costume contest at 8:30 PM, with prizes for the winners. Tickets are $17 and include your first cocktail or mocktail at Eclipse di Luna. The evening benefits The Place.
Where: Village Green at Halcyon, 6365 Halcyon Way, Alpharetta, GA 30005.

WEATHER

Thursday

84° 🌡️ 63° | ☀️ | 10% | 💨 1–4 mph variable

Friday

75° 🌡️ 59° | ☁️ | 5% | 💨 10–15 mph ENE

Saturday

64° 🌡️ 61° | 🌧️ | 90% | 💨 20–30 mph E

Sunday

72° 🌡️ 60° | 🌧️ | 85% | 💨 10–15 mph SSW

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 75ºF
Temperature readings taken from Lake Sidney Lanier the night before publication

THANKS!

That’s it for today, Forsyth County! Thanks for making the Flyer part of your morning.

Keep an eye on the forecast, double-check your weekend plans, and look out for your neighbors if the weather turns rough. Here’s hoping we can still squeeze in some fall fun before the weekend is over.

Stay safe, enjoy your weekend, and we’ll see you Monday!