Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

Walmart HIRING for New Store 7/26/2017 - 10/28/2017

Wed, 26 Jul 2017 13:43:01 GMT

Walmart Hiring Center for New Store

391 Quill Drive, Suite 120

Dawsonville, Ga 30534

(Across street from New Kroger. In between Vaporez and Scrubs n Things)

Also can apply online: http://careers.walmart.com

Costco brings flu shot clinic to YOUR business! 8/19/2017 10:00 AM - 12/1/2017

Fri, 18 Aug 2017 15:36:39 GMT

Costco Wholesale in Cumming is taking reservations to come to YOUR business and offer your employees flu, pneumonia & shingles vaccinations. We provide this mobile vaccination clinic at any Forsyth County business with at least 50 participants. We will have a Pharmacists and a technician administer the vaccinations at your place of business, as long as your business offers its employees a prescription insurance plan that covers the vaccinations. For complete details or to book a date for us to come to your workplace, please call Shabnam at 470-239-6620 or Stacy at 470-239-6629.

Apple Pickin' Jubilee 9/9/2017 9:00 AM - 10/29/2017 6: PM

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 10:09:46 GMT

U-Pick apple festival featuring family fun activities such as pig racing, cow milking, apple tree maze, petting farm, pony rides, jumping pillow, live entertainment, great fair food, wagon rides and mini golf.

Language Classes 9/21/2017 6:00 PM - 11/16/2017

Fri, 15 Sep 2017 17:08:19 GMT

Have you ever wanted to be able to converse in French or Spanish? There's no time like the present. Literacy Forsyth will offer French and Spanish Classes starting September 21 and 25, 2017. There is a nominal fee for the courses, see our website for details, under students.

Join the Team of Goodwill North Georgia 9/25/2017 - 10/19/2017

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 12:47:40 GMT

Goosebumps at the Library 10/1/2017 2:00 PM - 10/1/2017

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 10:51:45 GMT

The Gwinnett County Public Library and the Aurora Theatre bring you a behind the scenes look at what it takes to make a play a reality. See examples of scenery model and costume sketches, and learn what is involved in making a new stage production. Join us as professional actors from the Aurora read from R. L. Stine’s “Phantom of the Auditorium.” Hear the actors give the story new excitement which will keep you guessing about what is happening at the school play! This behind the scenes look and Goosebumps reading will take place on Saturday, September 23 at 11:00am at the Gwinnett County Public Library’s Lawrenceville Branch, 1001 Lawrenceville Highway, Lawrenceville, GA 30046. A second performance will take place on Sunday, October 1 at 2:00pm at the Suwanee Branch, 361 Main Street, Suwanee, GA 30024. Both events are free and open to the public. For more information, please visit www.gwinnettpl.org or call 770-978-5154. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GwinnettLibrary and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/GwinnettLibrary.

Power Networking Lunch 10/3/2017 11:30 AM - 10/3/2017 1:00 PM

Mon, 07 Aug 2017 20:29:28 GMT

Join the Chamber's weekly "Power Networking Lunch" every Tuesday at 11:30am!
This week we will be at Dickey's BBQ located at the Country Folks Superstore.

Dickey's BBQ

2730 Spot Rd

Cumming, GA 30040

If you are trying to grow your network base and expand your business reach, join us every Tuesday!
The purpose of the event is pure and simple -

NETWORKING NETWORKING NETWORKING!!

Register Now!

Members: $15.00, Non-members: $30.00

For more information, contact the Cumming-Forsyth County Chamber of Commerce at

(770) 887-6461.

Quanto Basta Grand Re-Opening 10/4/2017 4:00 PM - 10/4/2017 7:

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 15:12:29 GMT

Join us at Quanto Basta! ?? New owners Mike, Aneta and Carl ???????????????????are hosting a Grand Re-Opening with passed hors d'oeuvres, strolling violinist and of coarse a community ribbon cutting! ?? "When the food's this good, it's never enough"

2017 Northeast Georgia Career Fair 10/5/2017 10:00 AM - 10/5/2017 2:00 PM

Fri, 28 Jul 2017 19:06:58 GMT

Larry Marchant Photography Exhibit 10/6/2017 12:00 PM - 10/15/2017 6:00 PM

Mon, 25 Sep 2017 09:59:49 GMT

WHAT: Hospitality Business Network Foundation (HBN), is partnering with Atlanta Celebrates Photography to host “In Search of Light,” a retrospective photography exhibit showcasing the work of Larry Marchant. The gallery will be open from Friday, October 6, 2017 until Sunday, October 15, 2017, between the hours of noon and 6 p.m. at 255 East Paces Ferry Rd. There will also be a public reception Wednesday, October 11 from 6 – 9 p.m. where you can meet Larry and learn about his photography experiences. HBN works closely with the Shepherd Center, which specializes in spinal cord and brain injury rehabilitation, and has identified the Shepherd Center ‘SHARE’ Military Initiative as one of its main charities. HBN will donate a portion of photography sales from “In Search of Light” to benefit the ‘SHARE’ Initiative. WHO: Larry Marchant is an award winning photojournalist from the Atlanta area. Larry’s work has been published around the world and has been seen in magazines such as Vogue, Conde’ Nast Publications, W and more. This year, Larry will exhibit a solo collection with Atlanta Celebrates Photography showcasing his more than 40 years of photography work. The Hospitality Business Network Foundation (HBN) is an organization comprised of hospitality professionals and corporate business leaders engaged in business to business networking for the purpose of sharing new ideas, business trends, new products, services and best business practices. WHEN: Friday, October 6, 2017 – Sunday, October 15, 2017 Noon - 6 p.m. Open reception: Wednesday, October 11 6 – 9 p.m. WHERE: 255 East Paces Ferry Rd. Atlanta, Ga 30305 (Ground floor below The Capital Grille) MEDIA CONTACT: Maggie McDaniel mmcdaniel@c21pr.com 404-814-1330

Atlanta Bread & Bar Live Music Series 10/7/2017 6:00 PM - 10/7/2017 9:00 PM

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 12:47:55 GMT

AARP Smart DriverTEK Workshop 10/10/2017 10:00 AM - 10/10/2017

Fri, 28 Jul 2017 13:55:52 GMT

In 2020, there will be 40 million+ licensed drivers over age 65. In partnership with AARP, Gwinnett County Public Library presents this free Smart DriverTEK Workshop to help drivers understand new vehicle safety technologies and how to use them. Drivers will learn how the benefits of these technologies may enhance their driving safety and extend their safe driving years. Two workshops are available. The first takes place on October 10 at 10:00am at our Centerville Branch, 3025 Bethany Church Road, Snellville, GA 30039. The second class will be held on October 12 at 10:00am at our Norcross Branch, 6025 Buford Highway, Norcross, GA 30071. Both classes are free, but reservations are requested as space is limited. RSVP at events@gwinnettpl.org. Please note, this workshop is distinct from the AARP Driver Safety’s Smart Driver course. For more information, please visit www.gwinnettpl.org or call 770-978-5154. Find us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/GwinnettLibrary and on Twitter at https://www.twitter.com/GwinnettLibrary.

Power Networking Lunch 10/10/2017 11:30 AM - 10/10/2017 1:00 PM

Mon, 28 Aug 2017 13:01:25 GMT

Join the Chamber's weekly Power Networking Lunch every Tuesday at 11:30am!

This week we will be at Grub Burger.

Grub Burger Bar

410 Peachtree Parkway, Suite 204

Cumming, GA 30041

(678) 341-5689

If you are trying to grow your network base and expand your business reach,

join us every Tuesday!

The purpose of the event is pure and simple - NETWORKING, NETWORKING, NETWORKING!!

Register Now!

Members: $15/ Non-members: $30

For more information, contact the Cumming-Forsyth County

Chamber of Commerce at 770-887-6461.

Veterans Roundtable Monthly Meeting 10/11/2017 1:00 PM - 10/11/2017 3:00 PM

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 12:24:42 GMT

Gwinnett Library, in partnership with Goodwill Industries, would like to invite you to our Gwinnett Veterans Monthly Roundtable Meeting. Enjoy comradery and receive help and advice on filing VA claims, medical and educational resources, housing, job resources, and more. No reservations are needed. Drop-in between 1:00-3:00pm. Meetings take place the second Wednesday of the month at our Buford Branch, 2100 Buford Highway, Buford, GA 30518. The next scheduled meetings are October 11, November 8, December 13, and January 10. For more information, email cwalker@ging.org.

HCA Lunch and Learn : Protect yourself from Cyber Threats 10/11/2017 11:30 AM - 10/11/2017 1:00 PM

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 16:09:01 GMT

AARP Smart DriverTEK Workshop 10/12/2017 10:00 AM - 10/12/2017

Thu, 03 Aug 2017 14:45:17 GMT

Open House Free Tasting 10/12/2017 5:05 PM - 10/12/2017 7: PM

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 12:44:07 GMT

FREE Sampling Event of October Menu Dinners and Holiday Menu! Drop in to taste test several current menu dinners and all the holiday dishes like Turkey, Sweet Potatoes, Green Bean Casserole, Stuffing and Apple Crisp! See how easy dinner, including that big Holiday dinner, can be! NEW GUESTS can stay and make 3 dinners to take home for just $34.99. Register here: http://dreamdinners.com/taste/728271 Password is taste

LEAP (Ladies of Excellence and Partnership) Networking Breakfast 10/12/2017 7:30 AM - 10/12/2017 9:00 AM

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 15:35:05 GMT

LEAP's mission is to empower women in Forsyth County to make bold LEAP's in business and in life. We connect and encourage a diverse group of community leaders by offering fun, engaging experiences.

Join the ladies of LEAP as we focus on "Simplifying Your Space"!

Thursday, October 12th

7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.

Plum & Sage Tea Room

101 Meadow Drive

Cumming, GA 30040

Attendance is Complimentary for Members.

Registration fee for non-members is $30

Register Now!

North Georgia Regional Education Summit 10/13/2017 9:30 AM - 10/13/2017 1:30 PM

Fri, 30 Jun 2017 15:45:56 GMT

North Georgia Regional Education Summit

The quality of public education throughout North Georgia is arguably the most critical component of the local economy. Decisions about billions of dollars in private investment from business, homeowners and consumers are made based in large part on the quality of public education systems and acess to those systems. With increasing pressure on access to financial resources, increasing competition for talented professors and teachers, growing demands for highly skilled labor and market trends that are moving at a lightening pace, the future of education in North Georgia will have a direct impact on everyone. The North Georgia Regional Education Summit is designed to discuss how public education will serve and lead the region for the long term future.

Featured Guests Include:

Dr. Bonita Jacobs, President of the University of North Georgia

Dr. Ray Perren, President of Lanier Technical College

Dr. Jeff Bearden, Superintendent of Frosyth County Schools

Lunch will be Included

Order of Events:

9:30am – Registration

10:00am – Dr. Bonita Jacobs – Intro of Special Guests and State of UNG / System Update

10:20am – Dr. Ray Perren – State of Lanier Tech / System Update

10:40am – Dr. Bearden – State of Forsyth County Schools / System Update

11:00am – Business Community Engagement in Education

11:15am – Panel Discussion

Noon – Lunch by Lambert, South Forsyth, and West Forsyth High School Culinary Arts

12:15pm – Keynote Speaker

1:15pm – Optional Tour of Schools

Title Sponsor:

Atlanta Bread & Bar Live Music Series 10/14/2017 6:00 PM - 10/14/2017 9:00 PM

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 13:03:21 GMT

Career Coach Visits Cumming Library 10/17/2017 10:00 AM - 10/17/2017 2:00 PM

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 15:08:08 GMT

Chamber Connect 10/17/2017 11:30 AM - 10/17/2017 1:00 PM

Thu, 28 Sep 2017 16:43:35 GMT

Chamber Connect provides an unique and engaging atmosphere to present your products and services to your local business community.

Join us for a casual, informative gathering to network and form new relationships while linking with other business professionals.

October 17, 2017

11:30pm - 1:00pm

Hosted by:

8013 Majors Road, Cumming GA 30041

$5 for Members; $30 for Non-Members

Register Now

Literacy Forsyth presents The Buzz Before the Bee 10/17/2017 6:00 PM - 10/17/2017 7:00 PM

Mon, 02 Oct 2017 14:21:41 GMT

The Buzz Before the Bee 10/17/2017 6:00 PM - 10/17/2017 7:00 PM

Tue, 03 Oct 2017 10:24:31 GMT

Wine and Wisdom 10/18/2017 4:30 PM - 10/18/2017 6:30 PM

Wed, 11 Oct 2017 16:05:41 GMT

At Towne Club Windermere, the wellness of our residents comes first! That’s why we continually offer programs, activities and events focused on all 8 dimensions of wellness. In fact, our goal is always to help each resident in independent living, assisted living, and memory care enjoy a longer, healthier life. Join fellow business professionals, members of our referral network, and interested prospects for refreshments and casual conversation. You’ll hear about our dynamic wellness program, learn more about our community, and have the opportunity to meet our new Executive Director, Donna Adlington. Donna comes to Towne Club Windermere with 20+ years of experience in senior living, including leadership positions with Brookdale Senior Living and Towne Club Peachtree City. She is passionate about serving seniors and is excited to share her knowledge and skills in her new position. Please join us in welcoming her to Towne Club Windermere!

Job Fair 10/18/2017 10:00 AM - 10/18/2017 12:00 PM

Fri, 13 Oct 2017 15:35:21 GMT

JOB FAIR October 18TH, 2017 IN DAWSONVILLE The Goodwill Career Center will hold a multi-employer job fair from 10 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 18th, 2017. This is a great chance to meet with hiring managers of over 14 local businesses who will conduct interviews on site. There is no cost to participate. The center is inside the Goodwill store at 66 S. 400 Center Lane in Dawsonville. The WorkSource Georgia Mountains mobile training unit will also be onsite to offer resume assistance and skills assessments. All job fair participants will receive a coupon for 25% off at the Dawsonville Goodwill Store (Valid 10/18/17 only).

Wine & Wisdom 10/18/2017 4:30 PM - 10/18/2017 6:30 PM

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 11:25:51 GMT

Virginia Willis, Southern Chef, Cookbook Author 10/19/2017 6:00 PM - 10/19/2017

Thu, 24 Aug 2017 13:57:28 GMT

James Beard Award Winner Virginia Willis is the author of Lighten Up, Y’all; Bon Appetit, Y’all; and Basic to Brilliant, Y’all. She has appeared on Food Network’s Chopped, Fox Family and Friends, Martha Stewart Living, and more. Willis is also an Editor-at-Large and author of the popular column “Cooking with Virginia” for Southern Living. Presented by Gwinnett County Public Library and the Gwinnett Daily Post, Virginia Willis will appear at the Good Taste Atlanta Cooking Showcase on Thursday, October 19 at 6:00pm at the Infinite Energy Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway, Duluth, GA 30097. General admission tickets are $20 and include gift bags, live cooking demos, restaurant tastings, and more. Books will be available for purchase and signing in the Gwinnett Library booth. Library patrons can save $5 by using promo code SAVE5. For more information, visit GoodTasteAtlanta.com.

Goodwill Grand Opening 10/19/2017 7:30 AM - 10/19/2017 9:00 AM

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 15:49:17 GMT

Microsoft Digital Crimes Unit Symposium 10/19/2017 3:00 PM - 10/19/2017 4:00 PM

Mon, 02 Oct 2017 16:11:21 GMT

Cornhole Tournament 10/20/2017 6:30 PM - 10/20/2017

Wed, 23 Aug 2017 11:57:45 GMT

Social Security Workshop 10/21/2017 1:00 PM - 10/21/2017 2:30 PM

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 15:10:11 GMT

Social Security Workshop

When should I start taking my social security?
Do I get more money if I take it at 63, 65, 67 or 70?
Am I entitled to my ex spouse’s social security?
What are the tax consequences if I work and take social security?

Please join Debbie Dorman and Curt Spinney for a no cost educational workshop. These will all be held on Saturday from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

Atlanta Bread & Bar Live Music Series 10/21/2017 6:00 PM - 10/21/2017 9:00 PM

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 13:04:55 GMT

8th Annual Trunk or Treat Safety Event 10/21/2017 6:00 PM - 10/21/2017 9:00 PM

Tue, 15 Aug 2017 10:36:58 GMT

Cottrell Speaker Series 10/23/2017 12:00 Noon - 10/23/2017 1:00 PM

Mon, 14 Aug 2017 13:01:43 GMT

Sponsored by the Mike Cottrell College of Business at UNG

Kathy Tillman, Managing Partner, Tillman and Associates

Free to students, alumni and community members

Registration will be available later today at ung.edu/business.

Power Networking Lunch 10/24/2017 11:30 AM - 10/24/2017 1:00 PM

Mon, 28 Aug 2017 13:26:14 GMT

Join the Chamber's weekly Power Networking Lunch every Tuesday at 11:30am!

This week we will be at Outback Steakhouse.

Outback Steakhouse

1715 Market Place Blvd.

Cumming, GA 30041

(678) 455-7225

If you are trying to grow your network base and expand your business reach,

join us every Tuesday!

The purpose of the event is pure and simple - NETWORKING, NETWORKING, NETWORKING!!

Register Now!

Members: $15/ Non-members: $30

For more information, contact the Cumming-Forsyth County

Chamber of Commerce at 770-887-6461.

Ribbon Cutting - Dove Yoga LLC 10/24/2017 11:30 AM - 10/24/2017 12:00 Noon

Mon, 23 Oct 2017 09:38:51 GMT

Dove Yoga, LLC Ribbon Cutting

Tuesday, October 24, 2017

11:30 a.m.

104 Colony Park Dr.

Suite 500

Cumming, GA 30040

Multi Company Job Fair 10/25/2017 2:00 PM - 10/25/2017

Mon, 16 Oct 2017 11:31:25 GMT

Your next career opportunity might be at this Multi company Job Fair featuring Waffle House, Kroger Forsyth County Schools, Honeybaked Ham, Randstad, Kohls, Koch Foods, American BOA, Bright Star Care, Southeast Landscape & Contractors Full time & part time positions available.

Family Festival & Bed Race 10/28/2017 10:00 AM - 10/28/2017 2:00 PM

Thu, 21 Sep 2017 08:55:03 GMT

Enjoy a day of fun for the whole family! We have opportunities for businesses and organizations to enter a bed in the race, be a vendor or be a sponsor of the event.

FastPace Half Marathon 10/28/2017 - 10/29/2017

Fri, 28 Jul 2017 18:58:58 GMT

For more information, please visit www.fastpacerace.org

Family Festival and Bed Race 10/28/2017 10:00 AM - 10/28/2017 2:00 PM

Wed, 04 Oct 2017 13:43:07 GMT

Click Here to Enter your Team for the Family Festival and Bed Race

Click Here to Register as a Vendor

Click Here to Become a Sponsor

Atlanta Bread & Bar Live Music Series 10/28/2017 6:00 PM - 10/28/2017 9:00 PM

Tue, 26 Sep 2017 13:07:24 GMT

Stuart Woods, American Author 10/30/2017 7:00 PM - 10/30/2017

Tue, 29 Aug 2017 13:54:32 GMT

Stuart Woods is the #1 New York Times bestselling author and Edgar Award winner of more than 60 novels. His latest book, Quick & Dirty, is an action-packed adventure starring Stone Barrington. Barrington is the master of keeping calm and collected under fire, but his latest case will challenge even his tireless aplomb. Presented by Gwinnett County Public Library, Stuart Woods will appear at the Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center, 10 College Street, Norcross, GA 30071 on Monday, October 30 at 7:00pm. This book talk and signing is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase and signing courtesy of Eagle Eye Book Shop. A silent auction and beverage bar will be sponsored by the Friends of the Library. For more information, please visit www.gwinnettpl.org or call 770-978-5154. Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GwinnettLibrary and on Twitter at www.twitter.com/GwinnettLibrary.

Happy, Not Hungry Golf Tournament 10/31/2017

Thu, 17 Aug 2017 16:41:19 GMT

Principal for a Day Orientation Breakfast 10/31/2017 7:30 AM - 10/31/2017 9:00 AM

Fri, 28 Jul 2017 14:38:10 GMT

Principal for a Day Orientation Breakfast

October 31, 2017
7:30 a.m.

Forsyth County Board of Education &
Professional Development Center, Room 380
1120 Dahlonega Highway,
Cumming, GA 30040

RSVP to 770-887-6461 or cfccoc@cummingforsythchamber.org.
(Participating "Principals" only)

For more information please visit
www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/principalforday

Thank you to our Sponsors

Title Sponsor

Gold Sponsors

Lunch Sponsor

Silver Sponsor

Power Networking Lunch 10/31/2017 11:30 AM - 10/31/2017 1:00 PM

Mon, 28 Aug 2017 13:30:29 GMT

Join the Chamber's weekly Power Networking Lunch every Tuesday at 11:30am!

This week we will be at Palapas Bar & Grill.

Palapas Bar & Grill

2950 Buford Highway, Suite 220

Cumming, GA 30041

(770) 889-1002

If you are trying to grow your network base and expand your business reach,

join us every Tuesday!

The purpose of the event is pure and simple - NETWORKING, NETWORKING, NETWORKING!!

Register Now!

Members: $15/ Non-members: $30

For more information, contact the Cumming-Forsyth County

Chamber of Commerce at 770-887-6461.