🛶 Absence of Limitations

Good morning, Forsyth County.

I have a habit of reading several books at the same time. Around my house, there is usually a business book half-finished in one room, a biography face down somewhere else, a novel waiting on a bookmark, and then some oddball title I picked up because the cover or the idea got the better of me. I am not the world’s biggest collector of quotes, but I read one this week that stuck with me:

“The enemy of art is the absence of limitations.”

It is a funny thing, because most of us spend a lot of time wishing we had fewer limits. More time. More space. More money. More help. A clearer calendar. A quieter inbox. But a lot of good things are made because of the limits, not in spite of them.

- Chad

Mark Spitznagel, who made $1B in a single day during the 2015 flash crash, warned markets are mimicking 1929. Seems extreme but we did just see the worst quarter for the S&P since 2022.

So it’s not so surprising that Vanguard and Goldman Sachs forecasted 5% and 3% annual S&P returns respectively for 2024-2034.

Late last year, Apollo’s chief economist Torsten Slok put it this way: "expect zero in return in the S&P 500 over the coming decade."

So, what’s something investors can actually do to diversify this week?

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More than 45,000 Forsyth County voters cast ballots in the May 19 primary, according to a county election summary report. Overall turnout reached 26.5% of the county’s 170,624 registered voters. Early voting accounted for the largest share, with 22,644 residents casting ballots before Election Day. Another 21,700 voters went to the polls on Tuesday, while 841 mail-in ballots were accepted. Republican races drew about 31,700 voters, or 18.5% of registered voters, while Democratic contests drew roughly 13,000 voters, or 7.6%.

Drivers should plan for delays along Sanders Road as work continues on the Return Flow Pipeline installation. The construction zone runs between Buford Dam Road and Mary Alice Park Road and is expected to remain active through July 15. Crews are installing a 36-inch pipeline beneath the northbound lane of Sanders Road, which will require a single-lane closure in the area. Once the pipeline work is complete, contractors will also restore the pavement along that section of road. The project is part of Forsyth County’s Lake Lanier Return Flow System, which will carry highly treated water from the Fowler Water Reclamation Facility back to Lake Lanier.

The Cheesecake Factory is officially headed for Forsyth County. The popular restaurant chain will open its first local location on Tuesday, July 21, at The Collection at Forsyth, taking over the former Wild Wing Café space. Ahead of opening day, the restaurant is looking to hire employees for a wide range of positions. The new Forsyth location will bring the chain’s massive menu to 410 Peachtree Parkway, with more than 250 menu items and 30 signature cheesecake flavors. The company currently operates more than 200 restaurants across the country. Those interested in applying can visit cakecareers.com/forsyth.

FOCO Works Career Fair
When: Thursday, May 21, 12:00 PM
What: FOCO Works is hosting a free career fair for job seekers looking to connect with Forsyth County employers in person. Attendees can meet local companies, learn about open roles and career paths, and make connections that may lead to a new opportunity. A useful stop for anyone ready for a new role or simply wanting to see what local employers are hiring. For registration visit https://www.focoworks.org/focoevents1.
Where: UNG-Cumming Campus, 300 Aquatic Cir, Cumming, GA 30040

LORIN at YAVA Kitchen & Brewhouse
When: Thursday, May 21, 6:00 PM
What: YAVA Kitchen & Brewhouse is hosting an evening of live music with LORIN. Guests can settle in with handcrafted cocktails, food, and a relaxed atmosphere while enjoying music on a Thursday night. A good midweek option for anyone looking to unwind without going far from home.
Where: YAVA Kitchen & Brewhouse, 3001 Market Place Blvd, Cumming, GA 30041

A Quarter Millennium of American History – A Retrospective
When: Thursday, May 21, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
What: In commemoration of America’s upcoming 250th anniversary, three University of North Georgia historians examine the nation’s development. Topics include the War for Independence versus the American Revolution, the evolution of women’s rights, and U.S. foreign policy at 250.
Where: Hampton Park Library, 5345 Settingdown Road, Cumming, GA 30041.

Network @ The Picklr
When: Thursday, May 21, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
What: A free community‑focused networking event that brings together local business owners, entrepreneurs and professionals at The Picklr indoor pickleball club. Attendees enjoy informal networking, light food and beverage options and optional pickleball play; registration via The Picklr app is required.
Where: The Picklr (inside The Collection at Forsyth, next to Jim ’N Nick’s BBQ), Cumming, GA 30041

Annual City of Cumming Memorial Day Ceremony
When: Friday, May 22, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
What: The City of Cumming will hold its annual Memorial Day Ceremony at the Lou Sobh Amphitheater. The ceremony will honor fallen veterans and include new additions to the city’s Avenue of Flags display, a keynote address from retired Army Col. Tom McDonald, a dove release, and other remembrance elements. The event will be held rain or shine, and guests are encouraged to bring a lawn chair or plan to sit on the amphitheater seating wall.
Where: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Movies Alfresco: Elio
When: Friday, May 22, 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
What: Movies Alfresco returns to Cumming City Center with an outdoor showing of Elio at the Lou Sobh Amphitheater. The family-friendly movie night includes snacks and drinks available for purchase. Admission and parking are free, but guests should bring lawn chairs or blankets. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Where: Lou Sobh Amphitheater at Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

The Stranger: Tribute to Billy Joel
When: Saturday, May 23, 8:00 PM
What: The Lou Sobh Amphitheater is hosting The Stranger, a Billy Joel tribute band known for recreating the sound and feel of his classic songs. The free concert is part of the Spring Concert Series and will feature live music in an outdoor setting at Cumming City Center.
Where: Lou Sobh Amphitheater, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Cumming Farmers Market
When: Saturday, May 23, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM
What: The Cumming Farmers Market will be set up at City Center with farm-fresh produce, locally raised meats, eggs, honey, homemade baked goods, jams, jellies, potted plants, handmade crafts, and more. The market will be located in the Vision Parkway parking lot, with parking available in that lot and along Vision Parkway.
Where: Cumming City Center, Vision Parkway parking lot, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Country Swing and Line Dance Night
When: Saturday, May 23, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
What: GA Country Swing and Legends Distillery are hosting a Saturday night country swing and line dancing event in Cumming. The night is beginner-friendly, open to all levels, and no partner is required. Admission is $10 and includes a drink, with a bartender on site. There will not be a food truck this week, but outside food is welcome.
Where: Legends Distillery, 210 Industrial Park Drive Ste. A, Cumming, GA 30040

Slide Into Sundays at City Center
When: Sunday, May 24, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
What: Cumming City Center and Jump N Jacks Moonwalks are hosting another Slide Into Sundays event with bounce houses, water slides, and games for kids. Admission is $10 per child, making it a simple way for families to burn off some energy before the holiday weekend wraps up.
Where: Cumming City Center, 423 Canton Road, Cumming, GA 3004

GTA International Fest
When: Saturday, June 6, 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM
What: Celebrate cultural diversity with global cuisine, food vendors, arts and crafts, a kids zone, cultural performances, and a main stage. Hosted by the Global Telangana Association, the free community festival also supports local small businesses through affordable vendor stalls.
Where: Fowler Park, 4110 Carolene Way, Cumming, GA 30040

80° 🌡️ 65° | 🌦️ | 80% | 💨 5 mph W

75° 🌡️ 65° | 🌦️ | 80% | 💨 8 mph NE

76° 🌡️ 65° | 🌦️ | 80% | 💨 6 mph S

79° 🌡️ 66° | ⛈️ | 50% | 💨 4 mph S

💧🌡️ Water temperature = 73ºF
Temperature readings taken from Lake Sidney Lanier the night before publication

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