Sunday, November 27, 2011
The main attraction on Tucker's Main Street is on a roll.
When it opened in late summer, Local No. 7 became a victim of its own success. From the first day, it was inundated with people and the staff was caught off guard. There were long waits for tables and orders, much to the consternation of hungry customers eager to try the new place. The management took a lot of flak but at least the demand proved the need for such an establishment. Part of the initial enthusiasm which greeted its opening was because no alcohol had been served on Tucker's Main Street in decades. After that awkward start, the restaurant and its staff swiftly made amends. They are now more settled and efficient and appear to have hit their stride. I've been there several times recently and the service has been just fine, and …
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Creative Loafing calls it one of the best taco joints in metro Atlanta. Patch went to find out why.
Taquerias are a dime a dozen. Really good ones are less so. Case in point: Taqueria San Pancho, which falls under the latter category and, as luck would have it, is located in Tucker on DeKalb's border with Gwinnett. I went to San Pancho a couple of times this week after reading about it in Creative Loafing and wondering what the fuss was about. I am already familiar with El Taco Naco (cheap, basic, delicious) and the venerable Taqueria Los Hermanos (so much more than a taqueria), both of which were also mentioned in Creative Loafing's annual Best of Atlanta edition as being exceptional. San Pancho is a city in the Mexican state of Jalisco, and the family that owns this restaurant comes from there. The food served here is typical of that …
Thursday, September 15, 2011
It looks like it's going to be an artsy weekend, folks.
Gwinnett County Fair When/Where: Thursday-Sunday, Sept. 15-18, times vary, Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarload Parkway, Lawrenceville. Why Go: The annual Gwinnett County Fair is back with rides, cotton candy, carnival games and all that jazz. Special shows and pageants will be available on certain days, so check out the fair's full schedule here. Pricing: Tickets are $5 for adults, $2 for seniors and children 6 though 12 years, and free for children under 6. Fall Into the Arts Artists' Reception When/Where: Saturday, Sept. 17, 1-4 p.m., Lilburn Library, 788 Hillcrest Road, Lilburn. Why Go: Gwinnett County Library invites guests to four area branches to meet artists of the annual Fall into the Arts celebration. Two artists will be…
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Styling that little black dress, "Rango" and more.
Old Town Lilburn Merchants Association and The Little Shop Of Arts And Antiques Birthday Bash When/Where: Saturday, Aug. 20, 4 p.m.-8 p.m., Old Town Lilburn, Main Street, Lilburn. Why Go: Barbara Barth, the owner of The Little Shop of Arts and Antiques, and Antiques in Old Town owner Hugh Wilkerson are celebrating their birthdays by having a big bash and raising funds for Animals Actions Rescue. Live music and light refreshments will be available for guests to enjoy, and a screening of “The Find,” the seven-minute 48 Hour Atlanta Film Project that was filmed on Main Street, will be aired throughout the day. Pricing: Free, but donations are encouraged. Smart Trivia at Bailen’s Pub When/Where: Thursday, Aug. 18, 5 p.m., Bailen’s Pub, 865 …
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Farmers' markets and tons of music line up the weekend before school starts.
Looking local for some things to do this weekend? Check out our list. Lilburn Idol Finale and Farmer's Market When/Where: Friday, Aug. 5, 4 p.m. for the market and 7 p.m. for the show, Lilburn City Park, 76 Main Street, Lilburn. Why Go: The best performers from the last two Idol preliminary performances take the stage again for a final sing-off to end the competition and the summer. Kill some time before the show by browsing the market across the street, too. Pricing: Free. Hanapalooza Music and Arts Festival When/Where: Friday, Aug. 5, 5 p.m.-midnight, and Saturday, Aug. 6, 10 a.m.-midnight, Hanarry Estates Swim and Racquet Club, 595 Johannah Place, Lilburn. Why Go: School starts Monday, so give it a last hoorah with a music festival …
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Our weekly look at events in the area.
Tie-Dye T-Shirts When/Where: Thursday, July 28, 6 p.m., Mountain Park Library, 1210 Pounds Road, Lilburn. Why Go: Start the weekend off with some colorful designs at the library: Just bring a clean T-shirt and they'll show you how to make a tie-dye creation out of it. Pricing: Free. Lilburn Idol and Farmer's Market When/Where: Friday, July 29, 4 p.m. for the market and 7 p.m. for the show, Lilburn Park, 76 Main Street, Lilburn. Why Go: Ready for the next Lilburn Idol? After getting those veggies and produce from the farmer's market, head across the street to the park to watch the second round of singing. The highest scores from this performance and the July 8 show will head to next week's finale. Pricing: Free. Tres Chic Mix & Mingle …
Thursday, July 14, 2011
There are other things going in the area besides the Harry Potter opening: Justin Bieber, chocolate, music and more.
Chocolate Art at Mountain Park Library When/Where: Thursday, July 14, 6 p.m., Mountain Park Library, 1210 Pounds Road, Lilburn. Why Go: As part of the Gwinnett County Library's Teen Summer Reading Program, Mountain Park Library has an edible art event to jumpstart the weekend. Teens will be able to practice their skills on piping in the kitchen by making edible art. Pricing: Free. Lilburn Farmers' Market and Writing Conference When/Where: Friday, July 15, 4 p.m.-8 p.m. for the market and 7 p.m. for the conference, Old Town Lilburn, Main Street, Lilburn. Why Go: Old Town is having its usual farmer's market, and this Friday is Arcado Elementary Night with WitzzlePro, a math game that will be taught by the Lilburn Woman's Club Education …
Thursday, June 30, 2011
We've got you covered on 4th of July activities, in addition to other events.
Feeling patriotic? Here are some activities (including fireworks) going on in the area during the July 4th weekend. Star-Spangled Celebration at Lilburn City Park When/Where: Monday, July 4, 6:30 p.m., Lilburn City Park, 76 Main Street, Lilburn. Why Go: Lilburn is having a free concert July 4th, so bring a lawn chair, some blankets and food to munch on while listening to local surf bands SratoGeezer and the Surge! A fireworks celebration will follow, all in dedication for Independence Day. Also, bring your dog to The Little Shop of Arts and Antiques down the street for a free photo op and doggie treats. Check out the details here. Pricing: Free. Fantastic Fourth Celebration at Stone Mountain Park When/Where: Saturday, July 2-4, 10 a.m…
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
A Snellville man's QT card was charged more than $300 in two hours, all at QT stations.
Earlier this month, a 50-year-old man reported $308.15 was charged to his QuikTrip credit card after someone broke into his car and stole the card. After taking the card, the suspect(s) went to three separate QuikTrips. The first stop was at a QT in Snellville at 3490 Centerville Highway, where one transaction of $83.66 was made at 7:06 a.m. The next stop was the QuikTrip located on 4900 Stone Mountain Highway in Lilburn, where the suspect(s) made three separate transactions totaling $213.99. The transactions took place between 7:14 a.m. and 7:38 a.m. Finally, the third QuikTrip stop was made in Tucker at 1999 Mountain Industrial Boulevard, where $10.50 was spent on the card at 9:17 a.m. The incident is listed as an FTC fraud and there …
Friday, May 27, 2011
A father and son are in custody in the case of a teenager found dead in the trunk of her car in Lucky Shoals Park.
A father and son have been apprehended for the killing of Andrea Eleni Nassos, according to a statement by Capt. Jake Smith of the Gwinnett County Police Department. Nassos, 18, was found dead on the morning of May 20 in the trunk of her car at Lucky Shoals Park on the Tucker-Norcross border. The car had been set on fire and was discovered by a police officer on patrol. The suspects are identified as Ignacio Mejia, 50, and his son, Boris Mejia, 18, who was located in Houston, Texas, by the Houston Police Department in coordination with the GCPD Homicide Unit. Boris Mejia is described as a friend of Nassos who was known within her circle of friends. Capt. Smith said in the statement: "The investigation in Houston revealed further …
Theresa Waldrop
3:54 pm on Sunday, November 27, 2011
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