City of Johns Creek September Newsletter

CITY OF JOHNS CREEK, GEORGIA | September 2021

City of Johns Creek Newsletter

'Imagine Main Street' event at Johns Creek City Hall on Sept. 18

There will be fun for the whole family with food trucks, vendors, music, and more as we “Imagine Main Street” and share in the vision of a future downtown Johns Creek on Saturday, Sept. 18 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. outside of Johns Creek City Hall (11360 Lakefield Drive).

Read about the 'Imagine Main Street' event!

Johns Creek residents qualify for 2021 general, special election

Residents qualified as candidates for the Johns Creek City Council 2021 General and Special Election set for Tuesday, Nov. 2. The election is for the Council Seats of Post 1, Post 2, Post 3, Post 5, and the Mayoral Post.

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Volunteers needed to serve on city's iHeart Johns Creek Advisory Committee

Residents who are interested in serving on the iHeart Johns Creek Advisory Committee can nominate themselves for a position on the committee.

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Johns Creek receives APWA Public Works Transportation Project of the Year Award

The American Public Works Association (APWA) Georgia Chapter has awarded the Transportation Project of the Year award to the City of Johns Creek Public Works Department for the State Bridge Road widening from Camden Way to the Chattahoochee River.

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City extends provision for flexible outdoor operations at restaurants, retail establishments

In continuing the effort to provide businesses flexibility as establishments seek to continue operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Johns Creek has extended the duration of the Temporary Outdoor Operations permit through Aug. 31, 2022.

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Public Safety Foundation recognizes scholars

The Johns Creek Public Safety Foundation announced the award of six college scholarships in the amount of $2,500 each to the children of Johns Creek’s police officers and firefighters.

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Autrey Mill brings back fall programs

This fall, Autrey Mill is proud to offer a variety of programs and events for children, adults, and families, including the new Animal Adventure Club.

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Free Outdoor Fitness continues in September

These free outdoor fitness classes are a great way to stay healthy and have fun! Certified instructors teach these popular classes and all fitness levels are welcome.

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Enter your group for the annual Founders Day Parade

Enter your neighborhood group, civic organization or business in the 14th Annual Johns Creek Founders Day Parade/Kickoff to the 2021 North Fulton Holiday Season scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 4.

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Summer Concert featuring Electric Avenue set for Friday, Sept. 3

Take a trip back to the 1980s when Electric Avenue takes the stage at the next Summer Concert at Newtown Park on Sept. 3! The 80s tribute band will get you on your feet as they play your favorite songs. Grab a bite to eat from the A Little Nauti and Q’Paso Latin Grub food trucks.

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Adaptive Recreation Movie Night set for Friday, Sept. 10

Adaptive Recreation Movie Night returns on Friday, Sept. 10 at Newtown Park with a showing of “Dolittle” (PG)! Adaptive Recreation programs & events are designed for individuals with special needs.

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Patriot Day commemoration set for Saturday, Sept. 11

The community is invited to attend a Patriot Day commemoration event in remembrance of the 20th anniversary of the terrorist attacks on Sept. 11, 2001.

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Bring your dog to 'Pup-a-Palooza,' a puppy party, on Saturday, Sept. 11

Puppy patrons and their people will enjoy music, pet product vendors, and Best Dressed and Best Trick contests!

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Touch-a-Truck, Community Safety Day set for Saturday, Sept. 25

Join us for fun with backhoes, big rigs, and big machines! The free event has games, activities, and safety demonstrations!

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View the September edition of the Park Place Post

Check out the Park Place Post for upcoming events, programs, and more for active adults age 62 and older!

View the Park Place Post.

Johns Creek International Festival set for Oct. 23

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, performer, food or retail vendor at the Johns Creek International Festival, registration is now open!

Johns Creek Traditions & History: Rogers Bridge

Johns Creek Traditions and History - Rogers Bridge

As crews reconstruct Rogers Bridge, a pedestrian connection across the Chattahoochee River between Fulton & Gwinnett counties, we look back at the bridge's history and the community surrounding it.

In this video, Johns Creek residents Jean Taylor Miller and Beverly Taylor Thompson reflect on growing up in 20th Century Johns Creek and the significance of the restored bridge being included in the future Cauley Creek Park.

More information about the Rogers Bridge Replacement project is available here.