Get in on the Holiday Events Held on Johns Creek Properties
This holiday season, families who live in Johns Creek have the opportunity to attend a wide variety of activities and events as part of their holiday festivities. The community-wide options for celebrating this year provide something for every family, and everyone is invited to participate.
For those who want to make the spirit of giving a deep part of their holiday traditions, the Johns Creek 11th Annual Toys for Tots Campaign provides a way for them to put smiles on the faces of children in less-fortunate circumstances this season. Donated toys have been accepted since the 13th of November, and the drive will continue through the 15th of December, so that people have plenty of time to get involved. The toys themselves should be left unwrapped and in their original packaging to simplify the process. Families who want to take part are encouraged to remember that many people donate toys that are appropriate for young children, but there is a great need for toys for kids who are 10 to 12 years old as well. The Toys for Tots donations can be dropped of at 5 different Johns Creek properties: City Hall, Fire Station #61, Fire Station #62, Fire Station #63, and Park Place. Get more details about the Toys for Tots Campaign.
Families Who Live in Johns Creek Find Many Ways to Enjoy the Holidays
Another option is offered by the Johns Creek Recreation and Parks Division which provides opportunities for events that enrich the lives of people living with disabilities. Any family who has someone who is living with a disability is welcome to participate in these events that are designed to enhance self-esteem, self-confidence, and independence while promoting community involvement and expose participants to new experiences. So, this holiday season on the 9th of December from noon until 1 p.m., the Division is inviting members of the community to a Lunch with Santa with plenty of food for everyone. There will be music and holiday fun for the whole family, and parents are encouraged to bring their camera because Santa will even be available for photographs! The lunch will be held at Park Place Newtown School and it is completely free for all ages, though people need to register beforehand. For more information and registration call Kirk Franz at 678-512-3200 or email him at kirk.franz@johnscreekga.gov.
A third option is taking place on one of the most beautiful Johns Creek properties, the Autrey Mill Nature Preserve. The Holiday Fun at Autrey Mill goes from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m. on both the 9th of December and the 17th. On the 9th, children can be dropped off for the Treats and Trinkets festivities where they will be able to make nature-themed gifts and crafts. They will make trinkets for their friends and families and also treats for the birds during the winter. Then on the 17th they can join the fun for the Cookies and Crafts activities where kids can participate in crafts from the past while they learn about how the settlers celebrated the holidays and enjoy holiday treats. The fun is for all children from 6 to 11 years old and only costs $7 for members or $10 for non-members. To contact Autrey Mill for more information call them at 678-366-3511 or email info@autreymill.org.
These are just a few of the many options for celebrating in Johns Creek this season, and with so many options like these there’s sure to be something fun for everyone to add to their holiday calendar!
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