Expect increased traffic: new school opens 8/10

Weekday commuters traveling through the Medlock Bridge Road/GA 141 and State Bridge Road intersection should prepare for increased traffic when the new Johns Creek High School opens Aug. 10. Read more.

'Night at the Museum 2' on screen Aug. 15

The second "Movies in the Park" features "Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian" Saturday, Aug. 15. Due to overwhelming attendance at the first movie, this event has been moved to Newtown Park. Read more.

Dispose of hazardous waste safely Aug. 29

Get rid of paint, solvents, pesticides and herbicides, batteries and other dangerous materials you may have stored in the garage or basement. The City and Keep Johns Creek Beautiful will collect materials Saturday, Aug. 29, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. A location has not been set; check our Web site for updates.

Qualify for City elections Aug. 31-Sept. 4

Qualifying for the Nov. 3 City of Johns Creek elections for Mayor and Council Post 1, Post 3 and Post 5 is scheduled for Monday, Aug. 31 through Friday, Sept. 4, between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Read more.

'Hooch players tackle Newtown pond project

In the space of just a few hours, 70 high school football players transformed the area around the Newtown Park pond in the team's annual community service project. Read more.

Historic Newtown Clubhouse reopens

Renovated from top to bottom, the Clubhouse reopened as a public space for meetings, classes and social functions with a celebration July 29. Read more.

Batter up for adult co-ed softball season

Registration takes place Aug. 10-21 and is limited to the first eight teams to sign up; registration fee is $50. Games are held Tuesday nights from Sept. 15 through Nov. 10 at Ocee Park. Read more.

Fitness boot camps to continue

The Recreation and Parks Division is continuing the popular fitness boot camps at Newtown Park. Sign up for a month, a week or day. Sessions are held Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 5:30, 6:30 and 9:30 a.m.

Fall Festival

The 2009 Fall Family Festival takes place Saturday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at Newtown Park. Hosted by the Johns Creek Recreation and Parks Division and Newtown Recreation, the event includes carnival games, moonwalk, music, food, and more. To have your local business or organization participate, contact Sunnie Roth for more information or download a vendor application.

Swim team scores 36 medals at state meet

The 68 City State Swim Team members under the direction of coaches Kevin Cargill and Christian Atkinson brought home 27 individual and nine relay medals, including five first, second and third place finishes in the finals of the Georgia Recreation and Park Association State Swim Meet July 24-25 in Carrollton. Complete results.

Mayor re-elected chair of Metro association

The Metro Atlanta Mayor's Association recently re-elected Mayor Mike Bodker as its 2009-10 chairman. Goals include reaching out to federal officials in an effort to address regional issues. Read more.

National Night Out Aug. 4 at Rivermont

Rivermont County Club hosts the 26th National Night Out Against Crime, Tuesday, Aug. 4, 6-9 p.m. at the driving range on Rivermont Parkway. The Johns Creek Police and Fire departments will participate along with other local and state law enforcement agencies.

There will be complimentary refreshments, beverages, freebies, drawings for special prizes and more. For more info, email Jennifer Alexander.

Enjoy 'Arts on the Creek' Labor Day weekend

The Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce hosts the 3rd annual "Arts on the Creek" festival Labor Day weekend, Sept. 5-6 at Perimeter Church. Read more.

Leadership JC

Johns Creek Chamber class provides learning experiences in business, government, volunteer service, quality of life, local history. Read more.

Register for JC 101

Greater North Fulton Chamber's 4-week program introduces city leaders, tells how city came to be and gives insight into operations. Read more.

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Please fill out the form and submit it at least two or more weeks in advance so people have an opportunity to see it! We will post it as soon as possible after we receive the request.