The local non-profit organization, Locust Grove Better Home Town, is hosting Groovin’ in the Grove this Saturday! For those that don’t know about Locust Grove Better Hometown, it is a local organization that strives to revitalize downtown Locust Grove. Heron Bay Golf & Country Club is proud to support this cause, and encourages its residents to get involved too. Many residents at this fantastic Atlanta golf community show their support by volunteering for the organization, and if you would like to volunteer also contact Linda Hutchison at lhutchison@locustgrove-ga.gov. Of course, volunteering is not necessary to contribute to Locust Grove Better Hometown, attend some of their fundraisers like this weekend’s fun party. This particular event is a great way to learn about your community and meet neighbors. You can dance the night away from 7 p.m. (more…)

Several residents of Heron Bay Golf and Country Club , an exquisite Atlanta golf community, are volunteering to help the city of Locust Grove raise money in an effort to improve the aesthetic appeal of the downtown area.

Locust Grove Better Hometown , Inc is a non-profit organization, which focuses on revitalizing historic downtown. Once Locust Grove was designated an official Better Hometown City in March 2006, the city government became eligible for state grants and loans which are used to help refurbish the city.

In order to raise additional funds, Locust Grove Better Hometown is hosting several fundraisers during 2008.

• Groovin’ In The Grove is Saturday, May 3 from 7pm to 10pm on the front lawn of City Hall. Tables of 8 are available for $250 and dance music will be provided by Party Time band.
• 2nd Annual Peach Stand Road Race will be Saturday, May 24. This 5K run will begin at the Peach Stand on Hwy 42 and meander through downtown Locust Grove. (more…)