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Gwinnett Parks & Recreation Department

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

March 2013 Gwinnett Parks & Rec Calendar

Clean out your closets, garages and attics for Yard and Craft Sale at Shorty Howell Park in Duluth.

Spring Art Show · January 24 - April 12 · Free! View the of work of artist, Christopher Sherry, which includes self-portraits, landscapes and still-life in mixed media to include pastels, oils and water colors. Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville 30046. Kids Tennis Play Day · March 2 · Free 9:00am to noon. Kids age 4 – 10 will learn the basics of tennis by using smaller rackets and balls that bounce slower! Tennis classes start that afternoon for those who want to continue the experience. Drinks and snacks provided and each kid will get a certificate for participating! No pre-registration required. Mountain Park Tennis Center, 5050 Five Forks-Trickum Rd., Lilburn. Call 770.417.2210. Learn to “B” a Beekeeper · …

Friday, February 1, 2013

Valentine Activities Abound for Everyone in Gwinnett

Gwinnett Parks & Recreation Department calendar lists events for families, sweethearts, and senior citizens.

February is filled with Valentine celebrations at parks throughout Gwinnett County. There are Daddy-Daughter Dances in Suwanee and Norcross, a Family Valentine Dance in Lawrenceville, a romantic Valentine Day Dinner Dance for Sweethearts in Lawrenceville. For senior citizens, there is a Valentine Day Breakfast in Lawrenceville and a Valentine Day Tea, also in Lawrenceville. And a bit later in the month, there’s a family Masquerade Ball in Buford for Mardi Gras. Here are the dates, details and registration links. Art Show · January 2 – February 27· Free! The Buford Artists' Group will gather for a memorable showcase of their finest art works, challenging one another to further express their creativity. George Pierce Park Community …

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

January Events at Gwinnett Parks

An art show, bridal showcase, Hawaiian luau for seniors, prom extravaganza and more!

Art Show • January 2 to February 27 • Free! The Buford Artists' Group will gather for a memorable showcase of their finest art works, challenging one another to further express their creativity. George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Highway in Suwanee. Breakfast & BINGO Bash • January 10 9:00am to 11:00am. Bring in the New Year with a delicious breakfast, and a rousing game of BINGO! Enjoy pancakes and sausage breakfast, play BINGO, and maybe win a prize! Age 50+. $6/person. Bethesda Park Senior Center, 225 Bethesda Church Road in Lawrenceville. Advanced registration required. Call 678.277.0179 or register here. An Engaging Affair Bridal Show • January 13 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Planning a wedding? Join wedding professionals …

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Gwinnett Parks: Round Up of September Activities

Gwinnett County parks offer activities for toddlers, teens, adults, and senior citizens.

There are 46 county parks in Gwinnett stretching from Centerville in the south part of the county to Buford to the north -- including Shorty Howell Park in the Duluth area and George Pierce Park in nearby Suwanee. The Gwinnett Parks & Recreation department organizes a variety of activities throughout the year. Below is the September lineup of events -- you'll find everything from basketball tournaments for children, club activites for teens and trips for seniors to enjoy. For more information, visit www.gwinnettparks.com. SEPTEMBER September 6 – Yellow Daisy Festival Senior Trip! More than 400 artists and crafters from 38 states and two countries display their work. Live entertainment such as clogging and crafter demonstrations throughout …

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