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(ATLANTA) - Residents in Catoosa, DeKalb, Fulton, Gwinnett, Newton and Rockdale counties are now eligible to receive federal assistance. Governor Sonny Perdue requested this aid following severe thunderstorms and flooding that hit Georgia on September 18 and continued for several days. The Federal Disaster Declaration follows one issued for four counties on September 24. Four additional counties were added earlier today.

"Now, even more Georgia families will have access to much-needed financial assistance that will help them on their road to recovery," says Governor Perdue.

"We are pleased that FEMA recognized the need for and approved the state's request, which will facilitate recovery efforts of families and businesses in these six counties," says Georgia Emergency Management Agency (GEMA) Director Charley English.

The total number of counties designated under this disaster declaration now stands at 14. The list now includes: Carroll, Catoosa, Chattooga, Cherokee, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fulton, Gwinnett, Newton, Paulding, Rockdale, Stephens and Walker counties.

Residents and business owners in these counties who sustained losses can begin applying for Individual Assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362) or 1-800-462-7585 (TTY) for the hearing and speech impaired. The toll-free telephone numbers will operate from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (local time) Monday through Sunday.

Individual assistance can include grants to help pay for temporary housing, home repairs and other serious disaster-related expenses. Low-interest loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration also will be available to cover residential and business losses not fully compensated by insurance.

Governor Perdue made the request for a federal declaration after reviewing preliminary damage assessment figures.

GEMA is the lead state agency for coordination of emergency and disaster response activities. For more information on GEMA, visit www.gema.ga.gov. To learn how to prepare for disaster, visit www.ready.ga.gov.

-September 2009-

Planning Commission
September 07 (Cancelled)

Fall Festival Concert - The Swingin' Medallions
Downtown Duluth Town Green and Amphitheater, FREE. Great music and fun for all. Enjoy a great show from one of the best bands around, the Swingin' Medallions. Picnics, blankets and chairs are welcome.
September 11 at 6:30pm

City Council
September 14 (7:00pm)

Downtown Development Authority
September 15 (6:30pm)

Flicks on the Bricks: Dave FM/Special Events Network Sponsored Movie - Igor
Saturday, September 19

Planning Commission
September 21 (7:00pm)

Zoning Board of Appeals
September 23 (7:00pm)

Duluth Fall Festival
Downtown Duluth, FREE ADMISSION. Activities include arts and craft vendors from all over the Southeast, free entertainment, fabulous food and tons of children's activities.
September 26 & 27

City Council
September 28 (7:00pm)

 
-October 2009-

Planning Commission
October 05 (7:00pm)

Duluth Merchants Association
October 06 (6:00pm)

City Council
October 12 (7:00pm)

Planning Commission
October 19 (7:00pm)

Downtown Development Authority
October 20 (6:30pm)

City Council
October 26 (7:00pm)

Zoning Board of Appeals
October 28 (7:00pm)

Halloween on the Green
Saturday, October 31. Begins at Noon

Monsters vs. Aliens
Saturday, October 31

 
-November 2009-

Planning Commission
November 02 (7:00pm)

Duluth Merchants Association
November 03 (6:00pm)

City Council
November 09 (7:00pm)

Planning Commission
November 16 (7:00pm)

Downtown Development Authority
November 17 (6:30pm)

City Council
November 23 (7:00pm)

Zoning Board of Appeals
November 25 (7:00pm)

 
-December 2009-

Duluth Merchants Association
December 01 (6:00pm)

Planning Commission
December 07 (7:00pm)

City Council
December 14 (7:00pm)

Downtown Development Authority
December 15 (6:30pm)

Planning Commission
December 21 (7:00pm)

Zoning Board of Appeals
December 23 (7:00pm)

City Council
December 28 (7:00pm)

 

**Notice: These events are not city sponsored, but are open to the public

Survey: People Moving for Happier Reasons http://www.realtor.org/rmodaily.nsf/pages/News2009082702?OpenDocument People have gone back to moving in hopes it will improve their lives rather than moving to escape foreclosure or other aspects of the economic crisis, according to a survey of recent movers released this month by Relocation.com. In the June survey, nearly 42 percent said they were in the process of buying a home or planning to buy one. Poll participants said their reason for moving was: To live in a bigger or better home (26 percent). To live in a better neighborhood or area (24 percent). To be closer to family or friends (12 percent). To live in an area with a lower cost of living (9 percent). To accommodate a change in marital status (6 percent). Moving because of school, job loss, retirement, or foreclosure each generated 3 percent or less. Responses to this survey are substantially different from the responses to a similar survey in March, when 41 percent said the recession was, at least partially, driving their move. Source: Relocation.com (08/06/2009)

Just in case you did not know it by now, here is some third party information.

Top 10 Cities to Earn a Living

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The best cities to earn a living are those that have plenty of companies doing business in high-paying, growth industries.

Combine that with a high-quality business environment, job growth, and a low cost of living and you get a select-few locations where the pay check is generous and the cost of necessities like food and housing is modest.

Here are the top 10 cities where Forbes magazine says this is the economic reality now and the conditions are likely to get even better as health care, technology, and energy draw more employees into their ranks:

1. Dallas
2. Houston
3. Minneapolis
4. Austin, Texas
5. Washington, D.C.
6. St. Louis
7. Seattle
8. Atlanta
9. Kansas City, Mo.
10. Denver

Source: Forbes, Francesca Levy (09/03/2009)

It's not too early to vote!

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Welcome to the ballot box for Gwinnett Magazine's "Best of Gwinnett 2009"!

It's time to make sure your voice is heard and your vote is counted.

Get in early to cast your vote for Gwinnett's best. Voting will be open until September 18, 2009. All you have to do is become an A-List subscriber and then cast away!

Hey Gwinnett! It's time to tell us just what you think - about everything and anything. Vote now in our 2009 Best of Gwinnett readers' poll! Just log on and start sharing - about where you like to eat, shop and play. Or drop a few names - from your favorite auto repair shop to your favorite elected official. And while you're at it, give a shout or a Tweet to all your friends and tell them to vote for the Best of Gwinnett, too!

I am enclosing the calendar for Gwinnett County for the remainder of 2009 this information is been provided by the Gwinnett post. You can find additional information at the Gwinnett Post Site, at:

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Sept. 3

BNI Network Central Group Meeting will be held at 8:15 a.m. Sept. 3 at Dominick's of Buford, 22 Buford Village Way, No. 211. For more information, call 404-291-3742.

An American Red Cross Blood Drive will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Sept. 3 at Sugar Hill Church, 5091 Ga. Highway 20 in Sugar Hill. For more information, call 770-945-5092.

Sept. 5

The Home Depot and Ready Georgia, the emergency preparedness campaign of the Georgia Emergency Management Agency, will host a workshop for children ages 5 to 12 from 9 a.m. to noon Sept. 5 at all Hope Depot locations through Georgia. To find a store, visit www.homedepot.com.

Sept. 9

The Gwinnett County Soil and Water Conservation District will meet at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 9 at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Building, 75 Langley Drive, Second Floor, Conference Room A, in Lawrenceville. For more information, call 770-761-3020.

Reservations are required by Sept. 9 for those who would like to attend the BEAUTIFUL Birthday Bash. I Am BEAUTIFUL, a nonprofit organization that works to increase self-esteem and builds leadership skills in girls and women, will celebrate five years of service in Gwinnett with the event at 5 p.m. Sept. 12 at Rhodes Jordan Community Center in Lawrenceville. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 404-545-9051 or visit www.iambeautiful.org.

A health fair focusing on seniors will be held from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 9 at the George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Highway in Suwanee. The fair is free and open to the public. For more information, call 770-8-580.

Sept. 10

A blood drive will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 10 at Chick-fil-A at Hamilton Mill, 65 Hamilton Mill Road in Buford. All donors will receive a free entree. For more information, call 678-482-6480.

Sugarloaf UMC will host an Alzheimer's Support Group from 7 to 9 p.m. Sept. 10 at 1795 Old Peachtree Road in Duluth. The group is free of charge. For more information, contact Judy Malley at 770-995-0777 or judymalley@att.net.

Sept. 11

The city of Duluth and the Duluth Fall Festival will host a concert featuring the Swingin' Medallions with Critty Upchurch and Betty Sion from 7 to 11 p.m. Sept. 11 on the Duluth Town Green. Admission is free. Call Gin Willis at 770-490-6798 for more information.

An Alzheimer's Memory Walk garage sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 11 at the Eastside Heritage Center, 2160 Fountain Drive in Snellville. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be grilled from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with proceeds from the sale going to the Alzheimer's Association. For more information, call Pattie Page at 404-421-1955.

A community blood drive will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 11 at Walmart 3245 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road in Suwanee. For more information, call 770-538-0500 or visit www.lifesouth.org.

The Gwinnett Parkinson's Support Group will meet at 1:30 p.m. Sept. 11 at Glancy Rehabilitation Center, 3215 McClure Bridge Road in Duluth. The public is invited to attend this free meeting. For more information, call 678-312-6175 or e-mail shansen@gwinnettmedicalcenter.org.

The city of Winder will hold a memorial service at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 11 at the John O. Mobley Public Safety Building, 94 N. Broad St. in Winder. For more information, e-mail joan.mathews@cityofwinder.com.

Lawrenceville Academy will host Mom's Night Out from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Sept. 11 at 225 Simonton Road SE in Lawrenceville. Activities will include shopping with different vendors, getting nails done or relaxing with a massage. Food will be provided by various caterers, and local businesses will offer their services at a discounted rate. For more information, call 770-962-8873.

Sept. 12

An Alzheimer's Memory Walk garage sale will be held from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 12 at the Eastside Heritage Center, 2160 Fountain Drive in Snellville. For more information, call Pattie Page at 404-421-1955.

Dacula Masonic Lodge will host its annual barbecue from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 12 at the lodge, just off Broad Street in downtown Dacula across from Dacula High School. Tickets are $7 and proceeds will benefit local families in need. For more information, e-mail denton_elkins@gwinnett.k12.ga.us.

The Hamilton Mill Community Association will host the Hometown Heroes 5K and 1 mile fun run Sept. 12 at the Hamilton Mill pool, tennis and soccer areas on Hamilton Mill Parkway. The entry fee is $20 before Sept. 1 and $25 after that date. Proceeds from the event will benefit Gwinnett fire and police. For more information, visit www.active.com or call 678-343-8746.

I Am BEAUTIFUL, a nonprofit organization that works to increase self-esteem and builds leadership skills in girls and women, will celebrate five years of service in Gwinnett with its BEAUTIFUL Birthday Bash at 5 p.m. Sept. 12 at Rhodes Jordan Community Center in Lawrenceville. The event is free and open to the public but reservation are required by Sept. 9. For more information, call 404-545-9051 or visit www.iambeautiful.org.

The Lawrenceville Kennel Club, in part with the American Kennel Club, will provide dog owners with tips on canine care from 12 to 4 p.m. Sept. 12 at Discover Mills, Neighborhood 5, 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway in Lawrenceville. There will be a Meet the Breed area to provide information to those considering adoption, while current and future owners can learn from segments on obedience, dog safety and dogs and children. For more information, call 678-847-5000 or visit www.discovermills.com.

Shiloh High School will host its Heart Screen for Teens event from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 12 at 4210 Shiloh Road in Snellville. The cost is $58 per screen. For more information and to schedule an appointment, contact Cynthia Miller at cynt555@aol.com or by telephone at 678-793-1749.

Sept. 13

The Georgia Bridal Show will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Gwinnett Convention Center, 6400 Sugarloaf Parkway in Duluth. For more information, visit www.eliteevents.com.

The Northeast Georgia Civil War Round Table will hold its monthly meeting, including its annual ice cream social, at 3 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Gwinnett History Museum, 455 S. Perry St. in Lawrenceville. The meeting is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.negacwrt.net or call 678-860-1347.

Sept. 14

Southern Wings Bird Club will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Sept. 14 at the REI store at the Mall of Georgia, 1600 Mall of Georgia Blvd., Suite 800 in Buford. Due to a scheduling conflict, the meeting has been moved from the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center. The program, Binoculars and Scopes 101, will feature an REI Outreach Coordinator. For more information, visit www.geocities.com/southernwingsbc.

Sept. 16

The Community Council of Gwinnett County Networking Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Sept. 16 at the Salvation Army at 3455 Sugarloaf Parkway in Lawrenceville. The fair is free to attend and open to the public. For more information, call Mary Williams at 770-925-1498 or e-mail hlmarywilliams@att.net.

Sept. 17

National Active and Retired Federal Employees, Button Gwinnett Chapter 1348, will host its September meeting at 12 p.m. Sept. 17 at John Boy's Restaurant, 3050 W. Main Street on Highway 78 in Snellville. Members, spouses, prospective members and friends are invited. Current and retired or former federal employees are eligible to join. Call Jo Anne Burgoyne at 770-921-3816 for further information.

Sept. 18

Seniors age 50 and older are invited to attend a Fun Day Picnic from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Gwinnett Senior Center at Bethesda Park, 225 Bethesda Church Road in Lawrenceville. Cost is $2 per person and tickets will be available at the center of club meetings. For more information, call 770-564-4680.

A Kids' Night Out for those ages 6 to 10 will be held from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Sept. 18 at the Bogan Park Community Recreation Center, 2723 N. Bogan Road in Buford. Cost is $10 per person and those who attend should bring a swimsuit and towel. Registration is required. For more information, call 770-614-2060.

Sept. 19

The third annual Sterling Stampede 5K will be held at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 19 at Sterling on the Lake clubhouse, 7005 Lake Sterling Blvd. in Flowery Branch. A half-mile "Tree House Tot Trot" will begin at 8 a.m. Early registration is $20 for the 5K and $15 for the Tot Trot. Race-day registration is $20 for Tot Trotters and $25 for 5K runners. Proceeds will benefit My Sister's Place. For more information or to register, visit www.active.com or call Gail McGee at 678-267-3502.

A community blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 19 at Walmart at 3795 Ga. Highway 20 in Buford. For more information, call 770-538-0500 or visit www.lifesouth.org.

Discover Mills will host the fifth annual Lego Race Back to School beginning at 1 p.m. Sept. 19. Sign in will begin at 11 a.m. The mall is at 5900 Sugarloaf Parkway in Lawrenceville. Fore more information, call 678-847-5243 or visit ww.discovermills.com.

Iron Horse Tavern, 29 Jones St. N.W. in Norcross, will host the event Yappy Hour to benefit Forgotten Animals Rescue from 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 19. Tickets are $10 at the door and will include a drink and a raffle ticket. For more information, call 678-921-9220.

Sept. 20

A community blood drive will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 20 at the Episcopal Church of Saint Mary and Saint Martha of Bethany, 3805 Braselton Highway in Buford. For more information, call 770-538-0500 or visit www.lifesouth.org.

Sept. 23

Gwinnett Health and Human Services is sponsoring the Outback at Work Charity Lunch Sept. 23, with all proceeds to benefit Gwinnett County Senior Services via Friends of Gwinnett County Senior Services, providing funding for Meals on Wheels and emergency assistance. For $15, order a delicious mixed-grill meal from Outback Steakhouse in Suwanee and have it delivered to work. For more information, contact Celia Moore at 770-822-8775 or celia.moore@gwinnettcounty.com to place a minimum order of ten lunches.

Sept. 26

A family fish off will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 26 at Little Mulberry Park, 3855 Fence Road in Auburn. Cost is $6 per person or $10 for one adult and child under 12. Registration is required. For more information, call 770-614-2060.

Gwinnett park police, animal control staff and volunteer resource staff will be on hand to answer questions and provide tips on dog park safety from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 26 at Ronald Reagan Park, 2777 Five Forks Trickum Road in Lawrenceville. For more information, call 770-822-8873.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in partnership with other community organizations, will host a Family Emergency Preparedness Expo from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 26 at Creative Enterprises, Inc., 795 Hi Hope Road in Lawrenceville. Booths will include preparedness for kids, family history, education, budgeting, food storage and fire safety, as well as representatives from local colleges, Gwinnett County Sheriff's Department, Community Emergency Response Team, Jackson Electric and more. For mor einformation, contact Tina Maggert at 770-513-9667 or tina@maggerts.net.

Sept. 29

A community blood drive will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. Sept. 29 at Bruster's at 3256 Buford Drive in Buford. For more information, call 770-538-0500 or visit www.lifesouth.org.

Sept. 30

Gwinnett Coalition Senior Issues Action Team is sponsoring its forum Connecting Parenting Resources for Relatives as Parents from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sept. 30 at the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center, 2020 Clean Water Drive in Buford. The forum is aimed at helping grandparents raising grandchildren in Gwinnett find answers to questions, connect with resources and gain support from other grandfamilies. The cost is $10 per person or $15 per couple. To register for the event, call Shawn Valadez at 770-822-8846.

Oct. 2

Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services will host Gwinnett's Great Days of Service on Oct. 2 and 3. For more information, e-mail Nicole Love at nicole@gwinnettcoalition.org or visit www.gwinnettgreatdaysofservice.org.

The Peachtree Ridge Foundation will host Blue Hawaii, the 2009 Foundation Fling, at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 2 at Magnolia Hall, 2040 Sever Road in Lawrenceville. For more information on the auction, visit www.peachtreeridgefoundation.org or call Executive Director Jane Denton at 678-957-3166.

Oct. 6

Duluth Parks and Recreation will offer the Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People workshop from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Oct. 6 at Bunten Road Park, 3180 Bunten Road in Duluth. Materials are $29 for a workbook and a DVD. The class is limited to 15 students. Call 770-814-6981 for more information.

Oct. 10

Right to Hike Inc. will host the second annual Ella's 5K and Fun Run on Oct. 10 at The Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center in Buford. The registration fee for the 5K is $25 and $15 for the fun run. Children 16 and younger can participate for $10. For more information, visit www.rightohikeinc.com.

Free entrepreneur training for women will be offered from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 10 at the Small Business Develop Center at 2530 Sever Road in Lawrenceville. Class size is limited and light refreshments will be served. For more information or to register, e-mail uaogreentie@aol.com.

Oct. 17

The city of Sugar Hill will host a Fall Festival from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 17 at E.E. Robinson Park, 850 Level Creek Road in Sugar Hill. For more information, call 770-945-6716 or visit www.cityofsugarhill.com.

The 2009 City of Sugar Hill Volkswagen and Classic Car Show will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the top parking lot of E.E. Robinson Park, 850 Level Creek Road in Sugar Hill. The entrance fee is $20 and registration will begin at 9 a.m. Awards will be given out at 3:30 p.m. For more information on the classic car show, call Steve Soucie at 770-967-2934 or e-mail ssoucie1@charter.net. For more information on the Volkswagen car show, e-mail Billy Fry at vwbugshow@gmail.com.

Solid Foundation Youth Development Inc., a Snellville-based nonprofit organization, will hold its first H.A.C.K.E.R.S. Charity Golf Tournament at 9 a.m. Oct. 17 at the Sugar Hill Golf Course, 6094 Suwanee Dam Road in Sugar Hill. Fee is $80 per golfer. For more information, call 678-691-8267 or e-mail nesbut@msn.com.

Reduced tickets for the 7:05 p.m. Gwinnett Gladiators game Oct. 17 are available through the Gwinnett Gladiators Web site. $5 (less taxes) of each $15 ticket will benefit Friends of Gwinnett County Senior Services. Order online at www.gwinnettgladiators.com. Click on Special Ticket Offers and enter the code FOGS1017 to purchase a ticket at the discounted rate. All orders must be placed by Oct. 14, and tickets will be available for pick up on game night at the Gladiators Will Call. For questions, call Keith Davis at 770-497-5112 or E-mail kdavis@gwinnettgladiators.com.

Oct. 19

The Snellville Citizens' Police Academy Alumni Association's will hold its fourth annual golf tournament Oct. 19 at Cedar Lake Golf Club, 5720 Sharon Church Road in Loganville. Registration will begin at 8 p.m. and play will begin at 9. For more information, call 770-985-1322 or e-mail mfergus@bellsouth.net.

Oct. 22

Hemophilia of Georgia will host the 27th annual Hit 'Em for Hemophilia golf tournament on Oct. 27 at Chateau Elan Winery and Resort in Braselton. Call Vic McCarty at 770-518-8272 for more information.

Oct. 24

Get Fit Lilburn, an event showcasing various forms of physical activity, is set for 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 24 at Old Town Lilburn and Lilburn City Park. For more information on this event, call 678-749-7777 or visit www.cityoflilburn.com.

A family day of play will be held at 8 a.m. Oct. 24 at Presentation Pointe Amphitheatre at Lake Lanier Islands Resort, 6950 Holiday Road in Buford. Cost is $20 for adults and $15 for children 12 and younger. For more information, e-mail ron@milesbeyondevents.com.

Nov. 7

The 10th Annual Buford ACE Classic Cruise-In and Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 7 at S & S Ace Hardware and Mower, 3400 Buford Drive, Suite 20 in Buford. The show will feature cars, motorcycles, rare rides, oldies DJ Mark Joseph, door prizes and free hot dogs. Call Joe Gagnon at 770-932-1458, e-mail jagagnon@ssacehardware.com or visit ssacehardware.com for more information.

Nov. 11

The Perimeter School's Veterans Day Program will be held at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 11 in the main auditorium of Perimeter Church, 9500 Medlock Bridge Road in Duluth. The program includes the posting of the Colors, a tribute to veterans, a reading of essay contest winners and a featured speaker. For more information, contact the school office at 678-405-2300.

Nov. 28

The Pride of Dixie Antiques Market will return Nov. 28 to the North Atlanta Trade Center, 1700 Jeurgens Court in Norcross. Buyers are welcome from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. $3 admission is good for the entire weekend. For more information, contact Holly or Linda at 770-279-9899 or visit www.northatlantatradecenter.com.

Nov. 29

The Pride of Dixie Antiques Market will return Nov. 29 to the North Atlanta Trade Center, 1700 Jeurgens Court in Norcross. Buyers are welcome from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. $3 admission is good for the entire weekend. For more information, contact Holly or Linda at 770-279-9899 or visit www.northatlantatradecenter.com.

Dec. 5

The city of Sugar Hill will host the Sugar Hill Holiday Celebration from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 5 at the Community Center and Town Green. For more information, call 770-945-6716 or visit www.cityofsugarhill.com.

The City of Duluth presents Symphony on the Green, a summer concert series comprised of popular classical music including overtures, symphonies, popular Broadway and Opera music from shows such as Le Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, Chronicles of Narnia, Star Wars, and will include selections by major composers such as Beethoven and Mozart. Gwinnett Symphony Orchestra is a volunteer orchestra that is a mixture of youth, adult, and professional players who mainly reside in Gwinnett County.

Join us to celebrate this "Gala" Performance! You may participate in the festivities by reserving a Premium Table for ONLY $12.50 per person. Get creative, the best "3" decorated tables will win tickets to the Gwinnett Braves Game! *Tables include a linen table cloth and reserved seating up close. Food is not included so pack a picnic or pick up a meal at one of our fabulous downtown restaurants!

For directions to the Festival Center, click here.

http://www.duluthga.net/dt/main_street/events/symphony-on-the-green.html

Fall Festival Concert - The Swingin' Medallions
Downtown Duluth Town Green and Amphitheater, FREE. Great music and fun for all. Enjoy a great show from one of the best bands around, the Swingin' Medallions. Picnics, blankets and chairs are welcome.
September 11 at 6:30pm

 

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 The grand opening celebration for Alexander Park, Gwinnett County's second 18-hole disc golf course, was held on June 13. Alexander Park is located at 800 Old Snellville Highway in Lawrenceville. The celebration included disc golf demonstrations by the Gwinnett Disc Golf Organization, a 2-Mile Fun Run/Walk sponsored by the J.M. Tull - Gwinnett Family YMCA, a ribbon cutting ceremony, free kid's activities, and kite flying demonstrations by Suburban Atlanta Kite Enthusiasts.

The 91-acre park features approximately 1.4 miles of paved multi-purpose trails, one mile crushed stone trail, a playground, a horseshoe pit area, three pavilions, lake view piers, an outdoor classroom, and restrooms.

Funding for Alexander Park was made possible through the 2005 Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax (SPLOST) and totaled $3.8 million in construction costs. The park was designed by McFarland Dyer and Associates and the golf course was designed by Doug Porter. Park construction was managed by Moreland Altobelli Associates and the contractor for the project was CMES, Inc.