DOWNTOWN HISTORIC NORCROSS VOTED
"BEST OF GWINNETT" in 2009!
Recognized for its vintage charm and trendy energy, Downtown Historic Norcross is a "happening place". From live music in our eclectic eateries, karaoke in the local pub, and sales at our shops, to wine tastings, special outdoor events and great parks, there's always something to enjoy! Scroll down and find out what's happening this month. Then to get directions, check out menus, and for schedules of what's happening when and where, visit the websites listed below.
It's all good and it's all happening in Downtown Historic Norcross!!
Enjoy Downtown Historic Norcross
in August!
Every Tuesday, 4-8pm The Whistle Stop Farmer's Market in Thrasher Park. Over 40 local vendors offering fresh farm produce and delicious prepared foods. Free kids' activities and adult events, live music and "Nibbles of Norcross" where you can sample some of our downtown restaurants. Check it out at www.whistlestopfarmersmarket.comThru August 28th - Kudzu Art Zone "Up Close & Personal - The Southern Colours Show". A special showing of the Kudzu Art Zone members of Southern Colours Art Association. The exhibit features people, paces and things that have personal meaning to the artists. Gallery hours are 11am - 4pm
August 6th - Summer Concert Series, 7:30 - 9:30pm FREE in Thrasher Park: Enjoy THE RETURN, billed as the original Beatles Tribute Show. Bring a blanket and be ready to dance!
August 13th - "Souls of Norcross" book signing at 45 South Cafe, 4-8pm Followed by a special ghost tour of Historic Norcross, 8pm. For details visit www.norcrossghost.com
August 20th - Summer Concert Series, 7:30 - 9:30pm FREE in Thrasher Park. Kid Brothers will be performing, a dynamic, international music group from Atlanta. Playing the best of 60's, Soul, Motown, 80's and classic rock. bring a blanket and be ready to dance!
Come meet The Purple Poppy Shoppe and Anna Balkan Fine Jewelry, the newest additions to Norcross' destination shopping!
All Month Long:
- Good Things Home & Garden Check out our daily sidewalk specials!
- Designs in Flowers Make someone's day, send flowers!
- 45 South Cafe Live music, outdoor patio, ice cream, breakfast and lunch menu, great desserts and libations
- Mojitos Cuban Bistro Daily specials, live jazz most evenings, outdoor deck
- Dominicks Italian Daily, weekly specials incl Family Pasta Nite $9.99 All you can eat Sundays
- Iron Horse Tavern Daily chef specials, outdoor deck
- Zapata $5.50 Lunch specials Mon thru Fri, $2.99 Margaritas Sunday thru Wed. Outdoor dining!
Every Monday:
- 45 South Cafe Mondays are Game Night - "Scrabble" anyone?
- Dominicks Italian - 1/2 off bottles of select wine
Every Tuesday:
- Paizanos $8.88 large cheese pizza special
- Kudzu Art Zone Open studio and gallery hours 10a.m. - 3p.m.
- 45 South Cafe Open mic might, 7p.m.
- Dominicks All you can eat pasta!
- 45 South Cafe Kids' storytime, 10a.m.
- Iron Horse Tavern Trivia starts at 8p.m.
- 45 South Cafe Wine Lessons! 7p.m.$10 pp, walk ins
- Zapata Live music out on the back deck - enjoy with a frozen margarita, only $2.99!
- Mojitos Cuban Bistro 7:30p.m. Live jazz at dinner, reservations recommended (but not required)
- Kudzu Art Zone Gallery open 11a.m. til 4p.m.
- Zapata Dinner specials, live music
- Iron Horse Tavern - Live music 10pm - 1am
Every Saturday:
- Iron Horse Tavern - Karaoke, 10pm - 1am
- 45 South Cafe - Live music starting around 7p.m.
Check out the following businesses and their websites for menus, directions, sales and specials, and schedules of live music and special appearances. For a complete list of all downtown businesses, click here
SHOPS OF DOWNTOWN
Anna Balkan Jewelry Gallery - Opening in August, 2010
AbbyGayles
74 North Cemetery Street
Mon thru Sat 10am to 5pm 770.409.8755
Original folk art and a wonderful selection of primitive home
furnishings all handcrafted and made in the USA.
The Shops of Antique Traditions
109 South Peachtree Street
Mon thru Sat 10:30am to 6pm, every other Sunday 12 thru 5pm 770.263.7761
Four distinctive merchants under one awning! Custom monogramming, designer accessories, antiques, furniture and more. Voted "Favorite Antique Shop in Gwinnett" in Gwinnett Magazine's Best of Gwinnett
75 North Cemetery Street
Mon thru Sat 9am to 5pm 770.447.4469
A full service florist offering the freshest and most varied floral selections as well as creative silk arrangements and gift baskets. National & local delivery.
Good Things Home & Garden
73-B South Peachtree Street
Mon thru Sat 10am to 6 pm 770.263.8885
Accessories that add a bit of whimsy to your home and garden. Quality gardening tools and gloves, bird houses, picnic backpacks, soaps, lotions, candy, candles and more.
The Poppy Shoppe
19 Jones Street 770.558.8855
A unique Design Center that offers everything for your home and office.
73 South Peachtree Street
Mon thru Sat 10am to 6pm 770.242.8585
Traditional British goods from favorite foods to fine china. Meat pies, teas, chocolates, cards, prints, tartans, and more. Gift baskets made to order, shipping available.
EVENT FACILITIES
173 South Peachtree Street
Hours by appointment 770.662.5800
A special events facility housed in a beautifully renovated turn of the century Victorian home.
539 South Peachtree Street
Group tours by appt Thurs & Sat 770.263.7669
A special events facility housed in a southern antebellum mansion,
c. 1835. Ideal for romantic weddings, receptions and corporate events.
95 South Peachtree Street 770.449.1611
Group and banquet facilities for old world dining experience and delicious food
ARTS
116 Carlyle Street 770.840.9844
Gallery hours Friday & Saturday, 11to 4 pm. Workshops, sketch groups, and studios. THE place for art and artists in Gwinnett County and metro Atlanta!
College Street Playhouse
10 College Street 770.806.0935
Award winning community theatre located inside a century old chapel. Professional and amateur actors offering the classics as well as work by emerging playwrights.
ART ART ART! Over 100 pieces of art on display throughout downtown. Almost every shop and restaurant shows and sells original local artwork. So while you are enjoying Historic Norcross, be sure to check out the art!
RESTAURANTS & COOL GATHERING PLACES
108 North Cemetery Street 770-209-0016
Lunch Mon thru Fri 11am to 3pm
Specializing in delicious sandwiches, soups, salads and desserts in a unique cottage atmosphere with patio seating.
95 South Peachtree Street 770.449.1611
Lunch Monday thru Friday 11:00am til 2:00pm
Dinner Monday thru Thursday 5:00pm til 9:30pm, Friday 5:00pm til 10:00pm
Saturday 12:00pm til 10:00pm
Sunday 5:00pm til 9:00pm
Family style Italian restaurant serving platters of every kind of pasta, seafood, chicken and veal in an old world atmosphere.
29 Jones Street 678-291-9220
Monday thru Thursday 11am til midnight
Friday 11am til 2 am, Saturday noon til 2 am
Sunday 12:30 pm til midnight
Authentic English pub with excellent draft beer list, tasty menu choices, dart area, pool tables, cozy fireplace and outdoor patio.
35 South Peachtree Street 770.441.2599
Mon thru Thurs 11am to 9pm
Fri thru Sat 11am to 10pm
Sunday 1pm til 9pm
Wholesome authentic Cuban food in the heart of Historic Downtown. Family owned and operated, enjoy live jazz Friday and Saturday evenings and great food any time! Outdoor dining available
40 South Peachtree Street 770.409.9889
Mon thru Thurs 11am to 9:30pm
Fri thru Sat 11am to 10:30pm
Housed in the old train depot with hundreds of pieces of railroad memorabilia, offering extensive menu of seafood to quiche to ribs in hearty portions. Covered patio. Carry out.
7 Jones Street 770.300.0250
Lunch Mon thru Fri 11am to 2pm
Dinner Mon thru Thurs 5pm til 9:30pm, Fri 5pm til 10:30pm, Sat 5pm til 10pm
Sunday 11am til 9pm
Real New York pizzas and full menu of appetizers, salads, soups, robust sandwiches and classic Italian dishes served in a lively atmosphere with main street's best view. Full bar.
45 South Peachtree Street 770.840.8071
Mon thru Thurs 6:30am to 9:30pm
Friday 6:30am to 11pm, Saturday 7am to 11pm
Sunday 9am til 2pm
Surround yourself with live music, diverse culinary offerings and local artists exhibits. More than a coffee shop, it is a creative gathering place! Free wireless internet, outdoor patio dining
15 Jones Street 770.248.0052
Lunch Mon thru Sat 11am to 2:30pm
Dinner Mon thru Sat 5pm to 10pm
Sunday 12pm til 9pm
Authentic and delicious Mexican cuisine! Outdoor deck and great margaritas.
SERVICES For a complete listing of downtown services click here
B&W Automotive family-owned, offering great personal service & full stock of auto parts 113 S Peachtree Street (770) 448.4311
Historic Norcross Chiropractic wellness, rehabilitation. Walk-ins welcome! 39A S. Peachtree St (678) 395.6227
LeBlanc Insurance independent insurance brokerage 9 S. Peachtree St. (770) 246.5525
Gordon Tomlinson, Esq. corporate & private litigation services 15 S. Peachtree St. Suite A (770) 446.9776
John R. Darnall, P.A. Certified Public Accountant 9 S. Peachtree Street (770) 416.1030
