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This Week In The Garden – vol. 103

National Garden Week June 4-10 Let’s Celebrate!

Please RSVP for the Garden Tour, Flower arrangement workshop, and Jazz in the Alley.


Jazz in the Alley at Betty Mauldin Park-Saturday June 3rd

Experience the electrifying start of the Jazz in the Alley season this Saturday, June 3, from 7:30 - 9:30 p.m. at Betty Mauldin Park--sensational performances by Adrienne Woods, The Headline Band, and Terence Harper.

Our cottage is the perfect place to enjoy the cool jazz tunes.  Bring a little bite to share and let’s enjoy the music. RSVP to Kathy Sumner kesummner@att.net if you can join.  


Tuesday, June 6th 9:30AM Garden Tour-Eva Kuhn’s Duluth Cottage Kitchen Garden

Eva has transformed a side lot into an edible garden with berries, tomatoes, and a variety of unusual vegetables. Please join us as she gives us a tour of her garden. Due to limited parking, we will need to carpool. Two options for carpools 1) Meet at Cottage at 8:15 or 2) Meet at Maple Street Biscuits in Duluth at 8:30. Please RSVP if you are attending with your carpool option by texting Gena Spears at 404-550-0217.  We recommend wearing long pants and old sneakers for the garden tour.  If Eva offers her jams or produce for sale, please bring cash if you are interested in making a purchase.


Thursday, June 8th 4p-6p Make Flower arrangements for Meals on Wheels Clients

Join us at the cottage to make flower arrangements for the Meals on Wheels clients. Please bring flowers from your garden or the grocery store and your snippers and a big smile!  We also need jars or vases suitable for small arrangements. Please RSVP to Kathy Sumner (text: 678.357.8684)


Cottage Garden Care May-August

 If you can’t make it to a specific care day, you are most welcome to stop by anytime it’s convenient for you. Bring a friend or family member with you to pick up debris and pull a few weeds!  If you have any questions, please text Pam Cammarata (770-314-9541).

Cottage Care Days

1st Monday of the month, 4p-6p

2nd Thursday of the month, 10A-12P

3rd Wednesday of the month, 6p-8p

Next Cottage Care Date is Monday, June 5th

Day and Time June July Aug
1st Mon 4p-6p 5th 3rd 7th
2nd Thurs 10a-12p 8th 13th 10th
3rd Weds 6p-8p 21st 19th 16th 

Save the Dates!

Great Southeast Pollinator Census August 18-19, 2023

The Great Southeast Pollinator Census is a citizen science project created by the University of Georgia.  This project is designed for everyone to participate and make a difference for pollinator conservation.

Visit this website for more information. https://ggapc.org/ It includes a short video demonstrating the ease of participating in the count from your own backyard or favorite outdoor space.


NGC Meeting Schedule for September-December

Meetings are on the 2nd Tuesday of the month.

September 12th Evening Meeting

“Company’s Coming-Be a Good Host”, Fall migration of birds presented by Steve Rushing of Rushing Outdoors-https://rushingoutdoors.net/

October 10Th Day Meeting

“Farm in the Corners”, Local produce with a Mission presented by Joe Turner, Peachtree Corners. https://www.peachtreefarm.org/

November 14th Day Meeting

“Bees, Trees, and Honey” presented by Katie Hendrickson of Dunwoody Nature Center.

Katie is a Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, Herbalist and Beekeeper. https://dunwoodynature.org/

December 12th Evening Meeting

“NGC Holiday Celebration”


Norcross Community Market is now Farm Fresh Days-May 10 to Sept 6

Farm Fresh Days are every Wednesday, 4p-7p in Thrasher Park from May 10th through September 6th.  Sustainable Norcross will be there to collect hard-to-recycle materials, such as natural wine corks, plastic bags, tennis shoes, empty medicine bottles and more! Drop by their table for more information.  Live music and kid activities will also be featured.  For updates and more information, check out:  www.aplacetoimagine.com


Red Cross Blood Drive Wednesday, June 7th 10a-3p

Sponsored by the Historic Norcross Business Association.  Hosted by Studio 87 Yoga, 87 S. Peachtree St.  Register at www.redcrossblood.org. (search by zip or Norcross) Please pass the word to family, friends and neighbors!


Summer Activities in Norcross

Summertime in Norcross is busy with activities (most are free) and festivals.  For updates and more event information go to www.aplacetoimagine.com.  It’s fun to Shop, Eat, and Play Local!