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Summer boredom? Not on our watch! Gwinnett County Public Library is rolling out a seriously cool lineup of programs to keep kids (and parents!) entertained, engaged, and maybe even a little smarter this summer. What’s in the works? Dungeons & Dragon donuts?! A camp for cursive writing?! Not everything is in the books here... GCPL has...
Gwinnett, your backyard pool is more than just a way to cool off—it’s your summer sanctuary, your gathering place, and your personal resort. Whether you're hosting weekend cannonball contests, relaxing after work with a float and a good playlist, or watching your kids learn to swim, keeping your pool in great shape means more time enjoying and...
If you’ve ever crawled down I-85 during rush hour and thought, “Could this traffic get any worse?”—well, it probably will, at least for a little while. New federal tariffs on steel and aluminum are driving up costs for Gwinnett businesses involved in infrastructure projects, especially those working on the much-needed I-85 corridor improvements. But...
Some folks chase fireworks like concert tickets—hours of driving, parking roulette, and the annual “wait, where’d we leave the car?” Meanwhile, Gwinnett locals know better. You don’t have to leave the county to light up your Fourth! From baseball diamonds to so many of our awesome parks, Independence Day stretches into a multi-day, multi-city bash.
You might not think turtles are summer’s breakout stars—but this season, they’re taking center stage at Fernbank Museum. Just a short drive from Gwinnett, their new Turtles exhibit is serving up science with a side of charisma. Whether you’re turtle-curious, turtle-obsessed, or just trying to keep the kids occupied for a few blessed hours, this immersive experience delivers: live reptiles, hands-on...
In a media world full of algorithms, syndication deals, and playlists recycled from coast to coast… radio station WRFG 89.3 FM is still doing something wildly radical: thinking for itself! Since 1973, Atlanta’s Radio Free Georgia has been spinning jazz, blues, hip-hop, zydeco, world music, and local voices without a corporate script in sight. And thanks to its 100,000-watt...
You know that feeling when you’re stuck in traffic, dreaming of leveling up your career without driving halfway across the state? Good news! UGA Gwinnett’s got you and your education covered. Right off Sever Road in Lawrenceville, this campus brings top-tier grad programs to your backyard. No long commutes, just straight to the good stuff!
If you’ve lived in Gwinnett for a while, chances are Piedmont Eastside has touched your life at some point. Maybe you’ve been there for a checkup, surgery, or to visit a friend. For over 40 years, Piedmont Eastside has been keeping Gwinnett healthy with two campuses, 305 beds, over 700 board-certified doctors, and more than a thousand...
Many in Buford and the surrounding communities already know Henderson Vanderpool as the passionate advocate behind Buford Family Fitness, but fewer know the extent of his work designing and consulting on customized fitness facilities. A seasoned veteran in the fitness industry, Henderson has spent decades helping individuals, families, and groups from all walks of life improve their health...
A picnic isn't just a meal—it’s a mini vacation. It’s where your favorite sandwich tastes better, the lemonade feels colder, and your phone gets forgotten (for at least 20 minutes). So grab your blanket, fill up that basket, and let Gwinnett’s gorgeous parks and summer sunshine do the rest. Here’s your guide to the perfect summer picnic...