The Annual City of Cumming Memorial Day Ceremony saw a great turnout at its new location inside the Lou Sobh Amphitheater at the Cumming City Center. The City would like to thank everyone who participated in this year's program as well as everyone who came out to the event! Many guests also took time to visit the new Veterans War Memorial at the City Center, located just behind the amphitheater, around the reflecting pool. The new memorial brings over all the most important elements of the old memorial and adds some new elements. If you haven't yet, please come visit the new Veterans War Memorial at the Cumming City Center. For more photos from the Memorial Day Ceremony, click here.

The City of Cumming's Annual July 4th Celebration is just around the corner! The Annual Thomas-Mashburn Steam Engine Parade rolls through downtown Cumming beginning at 10 a.m. on July 4th. The City of Cumming does not organize the steam engine parade. Those interested in registering to take part must contact the organizers directly. Complete information can be found here.

The Cumming Fairgrounds July 4th Celebration will be held on July 4th from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. with the fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. Other festivities include vendors, kids' zone, food, alcohol, live music, and more! Free admission and parking, but there is no parking allowed inside the Fairgrounds. No outside food or beverage is allowed. Click here for more information about July 4th in the City of Cumming!

The Cumming Aquatic Center will offer the following events and activities in June:

• Parents' Night Out will be held on June 7th from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Drop the kids off at the CAC for a night of swimming, games, activities and pizza! Cost is $24 per child (ages 5-13). Click here to register.
• Atlanta Diving Association is now accepting applications for its summer springboard diving clinics at the CAC. Click here for complete information.
• Cumming Waves Swim Team is currently offering evaluations for those interested in joining the swim team. Please email swimcummingwaves@gmail.com for more information or click here.
• Chattahoochee Gold Swim Team is currently offering evaluations for those interested in joining the swim team. Evaluations will be held at the CAC on June 19th, July 10th & 24th, and Aug. 7th from 5-7 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis; no reservations needed. Click here for more information.

A few spots still remain for the Aquatic Center's summer camp programs:

• Sharks and Mermaids - Ages 5-10 will dive into a week of ocean-themed crafts, fitness activities, and of course plenty of pool exploration!
• H2O Pro Swim Camp - Ages 7-12 will work with expert instructors to improve swimming skills, discover hidden talents, and enjoy the water! *Prerequisites apply to be eligible for this stroke-development-based camp.
• Junior Lifeguard Camp - American Red Cross Junior Lifeguarding is designed to guide children ages 11-14 to the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course by building a foundation of knowledge, attitudes, and skills for future lifeguards.

The City of Cumming Recreation & Parks Department still has spots available in its many summer camps and programs! The City offers summer activities for all ages, interests and abilities, including children and teens with special needs through the Camp Cool Kids program. Other offerings include sports, arts, drama, dance, horseback riding, pickleball, and much more! Click here for the Summer Program Guide and click here to register for programs. Questions? Call the City of Cumming Recreation Office at 770-781-2030 or email crpdinfo@cityofcumming.net.

The Sawnee Association of the Arts will offer the following events this month at the Cumming Arts Center, 111 Pilgrim Mill Road:

• Summer in the City Art Show and Call to Artists: The SAA signature "Summer in the City" Art Show will open on June 26th. Entries are being accepted now through June 21st. This show is open to both SAA member and non-member artists. Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your talents in 2D, 3D, and photography! Enter at sawneeart.org.
• Second Annual Photography Art Exhibit: Now through June 22nd. This is a joint exhibit by SAA members and non-members.
• Small Works Marketplace: Now through June 22nd. Purchase artisan works of art at the Small Works Marketplace.
• Watercolor in Dry Brush Workshop: June 8th and 9th. This two-day workshop features renowned wildlife artist, Alan Young. Register at sawneeart.org under the "Classes" menu.

For more information about Cumming Arts Center events, click here.

The School Street Playhouse will offer several great concerts this month:

• The Mad Hatters: Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Tribute - June 1st at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.
• Tribute to Dean Martin Featuring The Blue Suedes - June 15th at 2:30 p.m.
• Young Elvis Tribute Featuring The Blue Suedes - June 15th at 7:30 p.m.
• Celebration: Almon Brothers Tribute - June 22nd at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m.

For tickets to any of these great shows, click here!

City Council Work Session - June 4th at 6 p.m.

Planning & Zoning Board Meeting - June 18th at 5 p.m.

Regular City Council Meeting - June 18th at 6 p.m.

All meetings are open to the public and held in the third-floor Council Chambers at City Hall, 100 Main Street, unless otherwise noted. For all meetings after 5 p.m., please enter through the rear parking lot entrance.

Click here for previous meeting videos.

Click here for City Council Agendas and Minutes.

Click here for Planning & Zoning Board Agendas and Minutes.