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Next Christian Runner’s Club Group Run at Suwanee Creek Park

By | July 14, 2009 | Adult Sports | No comments

christianrunnnersThe Christian Runners Club started as a small little running group in north Atlanta that decided to pray before they run, giving praise and thanks to their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

It’s expanded since and continues meeting and running throughout the Metro Atlanta area.

Their next free group run is July 18 @ 7am on the Suwanee Greenway meeting at the southernmost trailhead: Suwanee Creek Park at 1175 Buford Highway, Suwanee, 30024.  The park is across the street from the animal rescue center and Suwanee Creek bike shop. The trail is about 9 miles.  Run more or less as needed for your training schedule.

Next Runs on Schedule:
July 26: Tribble Mill Park.
August 1 Hebron.

Always call ahead to check the Gwinnett contact # 678 325 9582
Call anytime to confirm run details.
Richard Hopkins is the person heading the group. His contact number is 678-446-9888 ChristianRunners, Atlanta, GA

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TWO FREE ART EXHIBITS AT SUWANEE’S GEORGE PIERCE PARK

By | July 12, 2009 | Community Centers | No comments

Art by Bilquis Samadi

Art by Bilquis Samadi

Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation’s George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center is sponsoring an exhibit of paintings and photography featuring artist Builquis Samadi and photographer Frank Sharp.

Bilquis Samadi’s “Bright Color Splash” features bright, vibrant colorful impressionistic paintings. Born in Kabul, Afghanistan, she traveled as a child with her parents to Africa, the Middle East and Southeast Asia. Through these travels, Samadi became enriched through the scenery and at the age of 12 attended her first art class and fell in love with painting. Her family moved to the U.S. and she attended Georgia State University, where she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Science and Fine Arts. She now puts her images on canvas through oil, acrylic, pastel and charcoal in order to share with the rest of the world her experiences. “Every time I use a different media, the result is a surprise,” said Samadi. “Whatever crosses my path in daily life somehow ends finding its way to the canvas.” Her paintings are representational with impressionistic uses of color and texture.

Photography by Frank Sharp

Photography by Frank Sharp

Frank Sharp’s “Mediterranean” is comprised of photographs taken during his travels worldwide with his wife Pearl. Sharp was born in East Tennessee near Knoxville and became interested in photography at an early age, using a twin-lens reflective camera. Later, when he graduated from the University of Tennessee, he bought his first 35mm camera. As the years passed his hobby grew, and on a trip to Michigan Frank did a full-page freelance color photo story that was published on the back page of the Detroit Free Press. Frank went on to work on IBM mainframe computers for several Fortune 500 companies. Now, through his travels, he gets to enjoy more freely the passion he has had since childhood.

Both exhibits are currently on display through Aug. 31. Exhibit hours are Mon. – Thurs.  9 a.m. – 9 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Sat. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Admission is free.

George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center is located at 55 Buford Hwy. in Suwanee. For more information call 770-831-4173 or visit www.gwinnettparks.com.

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Gwinnett County Park Events in July

By | July 2, 2009 | Camps, Family Events, Parks | 1 Comment

Bay Creek Skate Park (Nick Scott)

Bay Creek Skate Park (Nick Scott)

July 2, 9:00am – Senior Day Trip to Chick-Fil-A

Take a self guided tour of Georgia’s prominent business, and understand the concept behind “closing on Sunday’s.”  Bring spending money and enjoy lunch compliments of Chick-Fil-A!  $15/person; call 770.831.4173 for reservations.  Ages 50-up.  Pick up at George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center 9:00am; Gwinnett Senior Center at Bethesda Park 9:30am. Code: GPCC14206

July 10, 11:00am-1:00pm – Brown Bag Concert Series

Free! Pack up a blanket, lunch, and the kids and enjoy an afternoon of music, crafts, and face painting on the lawn at the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse! Kids can make their own instrument and take a trip around the world with music from Havana Son. No registration required. For details on sponsor booths call 770.822.5450.  Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville.

July 10, 7:00-8:15pm – Sounds of the Skate Park

Free! Hit the bowls, hang with friends and rock out with local bands! Bands, call 770.614.2060 if you would like to perform!  Duncan Creek Park, 3700 Braselton Hwy, Dacula.

July 11, 10:00am – 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament

Who’s the King of the Court? First and Second place teams get T-shirts & more! Competition divided by age group, team registration only (max of 4 on a roster). Age 10-up; $25/ team; pre-registration required by 7/9, Code: LSCC02063, call 770.723.9516. Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, 4651 Britt Rd, Norcross.

July 12, 11:00am-1:00pm – All Aboard at Vines Gardens

Free! Tour the beautiful gardens at Vines as well as the wonderful small scale railroad. The gardens and railroad are a beautiful way to spend a summer morning. All ages, pre-register by 7/9, call 770.822.5414. Code RJCC14204.   Vines Botanical Gardens, 3500 Oak Grove Rd, Loganville.

July 17, 10:30am – Senior Bingo Blow-Out/Ice Cream Social

Play BINGO with us at this blow out!  We’ll provide all the delicious sundae toppings, you bring your lunch!  $5/person; call 770.831.4173 for more information.  Ages 50-up.  Code:  GPCC14250  George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy, Suwanee.

July 18, 10:00am – Teen Basketball Tournament

Teens hoop-up to be top dog on the court! Team-up with your buddies for a 3-on-3 tournament of skill, talent, and strategy to win this tough competition. Age 12-18; $40/team; team registration only; pre-register by 7/2, parents call 770.831.4173. Code: GPCC14209

George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center, 55 Buford Hwy, Suwanee.

July 18, 2:00-3:30pm – “Be a Ballerina Day”

Be a ballerina for a day!  Learn ballet steps, make a ballerina craft, have a snack and put on a show for the parents the last 10 minutes. Age 3-6; $10/person; pre-registration required, call 770.822.5414. Code: RJCC14203.  Rhodes Jordan Park Community Recreation Center, 100 East Crogan St, Lawrenceville.

July 24, 1:00pm – Senior Ice Cream Social

Enjoy a cold, refreshing scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day! $2/person; pre-registration required, call 770.564.4680. Ages 50-up.  Gwinnett Senior Center at Bethesda Park, 225 Bethesda Church Rd, Lawrenceville.  Code: GCSC14266

July 24, 6:30-9:00pm – Girlz Night

A fun night of crafts and activities for your inner princess! Girls ONLY–no boys allowed! Age 6-12; $5/person; pre-register by 7/22, call 770.723.9516. Code: LSCC14234  Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, 4651 Britt Rd, Norcross.

July 24, 7:00-8:15pm – Sounds of the Skate Park

Free! Hit the bowls, hang with friends and rock out with local bands! Bands, call 770.614.2060 if you would like to perform!  Duncan Creek Park, 3700 Braselton Hwy, Dacula.

July 24, 8:00-10:00pm – Moonlight & Music Concert

Free! Relax and enjoy the song stylings of Sean Mullins! This alcohol free event is in partnership with Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation and the Lawrenceville Tourism & Trade Association. Advanced reservations $60/table of 6; Lawn seating is free; call 770.822.5450 for table reservations. Code: GHCH14203  Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan Street, Lawrenceville.

July 31, 11:00am-1:00pm – Beat the Heat Kids Concert

Free admission! Beat the heat with music, crafts, face painting and ice cream sundaes! Small fee for sundaes. All ages; pre-registration encouraged, call 770.417.2200. Code: PCC04213  Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Industrial Blvd., Norcross.

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7 Tennis Camps at Gwinnett County Parks for Kids

By | June 24, 2009 | Camps | No comments

Mountain Park

Mountain Park

At Gwinnett County Park tennis camps just bring your racquet and water bottle. All levels are welcomed. Tennis offerings include league play, junior tournaments, classes and camps, lessons and team coaching. The season is full swing but it’s not too late to get started.

Dacular Park Tennis Courts
(4 lighted)
205 Dacula Road, Dacula 30019 770.417.2210
M-Th,ages: 4-7, 8-13, 14-up, morning, evenings fees: from $45-95

Graves park Tennis Courts
(2 courts)
1540 Graves Road, Norcross 30093 770.417.2210

Hudlow Tennis Center at best Friend Park
(17 lighted courts) This facility offers court rentals
6224 Jimmy Carter Blvd, Norcross 30071 770.417.2210
Office Hours: M-F 9am-9pm, SA 8:30am-6pm; Sun 10am-6pm
M-Th,ages: 4-7, 8-13, 14-up, 6-7pm, 7-9pm fees: from $45-85

Lucky Shoals Park Tennis Courts
(2 lighted courts)
4651 Britt Road, norcross, 30093 770.417.2210
M-Th,ages: 4-7, 8-13; 6-7pm, 7-9pm fees: from $45-85

Mountain Park Tennis Center
(6 lighted courts)
5050 Five Forks-Trickum Rd, Lilburn 30047, 770.564.4651
Office Hours: M-F 9am-9pm, SA 8:30am-6pm; Sun 10am-6pm
M-Th,ages: 4-7, 8-13, 14-up, 6-7pm, 7-9pm fees: from $45-85

Rhodes Jordan Park Tennis Center
(8 lighted courts)
100 East Crogan Street, Lawrenceville 30043 770.237.5642
Office Hours: M-F 9am-9pm, SA 8:30am-6pm; Sun 10am-6pm
M-Th,ages: 4-7, 8-13, 14-up, 6-7pm, 7-9pm fees: from $45-85

Rock Springs park Tennis Center
(6 lighted courts)
550 Rock Springs Road, Lawrenceville, 30043, 770.417.2210
M-Th,ages: 4-7, 8-13, 14-up, 6-7pm, 7-9pm fees: from $45-85

Sweet Water Park Tennis Courts
(2 courts)
800 Bethesda School Road, Lawrencville, 3004, 770.417.2210

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Happening this Weekend in Gwinnett County Parks

By | June 23, 2009 | Family Events, Parks | No comments

June 26, 1:00pm – Senior Watermelon Cutting
Join us for a good ole watermelon cutting with good friends! $2/person; pre-registration required, call 770.564.4680. Ages 50-up. Gwinnett Senior Center at Bethesda Park, 225 Bethesda Church Rd, Lawrenceville. Code: GCSC14265

June 26, 7:00-10:00pm – Dive-In Movie
Join us for a movie and a swim. Ages 10-up; $10/person; pre-registration required, call 770.614.2063. All pool rules apply-see Aquatic Guidelines, page 16. Code: BPAC14200 Bogan Park Aquatic Center, 2723 North Bogan Rd, Buford.

June 26, 8:00-10:00pm – Moonlight & Music Concert
Free! Friends and live music of Abbey Road Live, a tribute to the Beatles! This alcohol free event is in partnership with Gwinnett County Parks & Recreation and the Lawrenceville Tourism & Trade Association.  Advanced reservations $60/table of 6; Lawn seating is free; call 770.822.5450 for table reservations. Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan St, Lawrenceville. Code: GHCH14201

June 27, 6:00pm-midnight – Line Dance-a-thon
Can you boot-scoot your boogie? Join us for nothing but line dancing! Bring a snack to share, drinks will be provided. Age 13-up;$5/person early registration; $8/person the week prior to the event. To pre-register, call 770.814.4914. Code: SHAB14200 Shorty Howell Park Activity Building, 2750 Pleasant Hill Rd, Duluth.

June 27, 7:00-9:00pm – Family Movie Night
Bring the entire family to a night of movies, popcorn, and sodas. $5/person; pre-registration required, call 770.417.2200. Code: PCC04212 Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Norcross.

June 28, 1:30-5:30pm – Bridal & Fashion Show
Calling all brides! Tour the beautiful Gwinnett Historic Courthouse venue and let us make your event “historic”. Hundreds of ideas from caterers, photographers, florists, event planners and others to make your day special! Fashion show will begin at 4:00pm with on-going door prizes and a grand prize drawing immediately following. Advanced reservations $3/person or $5 at the door. To pre-register, call 770.822.5450. Code: GHCH14210 Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 Crogan St, Lawrenceville.

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