Founders Day celebration expanding to weeklong affair in Johns Creek

Response to the City of Johns Creek's first Founders Day celebration marking the anniversary of the City's incorporation was so overwhelming last year that organizers are expanding the party to a full week, culminating in the Founders Day Parade on Saturday, Dec. 6.

Several thousand people turned out for last year's event, a day-long affair that featured the parade down State Bridge Road, a visit with Santa at Newtown Park, and culminating with a music and holiday light extravaganza at City Hall featuring performances by students of Johns Creek's award-winning schools.

This year, city officials are spreading out the events and adding even more activities to engage and delight residents young and old.

The festivities begin with lighting of the holiday display at City Hall on Monday, Dec. 1. Throughout the week there will be a holiday decoration-making event in conjunction with the Johns Creek Arts Center, the Mayor and City Council will read their favorite holiday tales in local schools, there will be a combination holiday card signing for the troops and Toys for Tots drive at City Hall, and Emory Johns Creek will host a holiday workshop featuring crafts and children's activities.

Details for several of the events are still being worked out, but it's not too early to make your plans to participate in the Founders Day parade. The first edition drew some 75 entries ranging from the popular Yaarab Shriners to high school marching bands, Scouts, community floats, classic cars and a special appearance by Santa himself. This year, organizers expect over 100 units to take part. If your neighborhood, school or other organization would like to be among them, fill out a parade application available on the City Web site and submit it by Nov. 7 to secure your space.

The route remains the same, travelling down State Bridge starting from West Morton Road and ending at Kimball Bridge Road at Ocee Elementary School. Emmy Award-winning news anchor and Johns Creek resident Karyn Greer from WXIA 11Alive News will once again serve as emcee.

To download a parade application, review the parade rules, and for Founders Day updates, check the City's Web site at www.JohnsCreekGA.gov.
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