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Read the Digital Edition of the September/October 2023 Issue

by SWG Staff | September 4, 2023 | Digital Edition, Feature | 0 Comments

This is a festival issue covering the upcoming Peachtree Corners Festival, Duluth Fall Festival, the Norcross Splash Art Festival, the SciFi Film Festival and more. Unlocking Economic Growth: How Sporting Events Drive Opportunities for Businesses Dell for Startups...

A Burst of Color and Creativity: Norcross Art Splash Festival Returns for Its 20th Year Celebration

by SWG Staff | August 29, 2023 | Arts & Entertainment, Feature | 0 Comments

Norcross Art Splash Festival, an event bursting with personality, will once again fill the downtown streets of Historic Norcross with color and fun on Saturday, October 7, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, October 8, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The shops and restaurants of Norcross will...

Music Matters Productions

Read the Digital Edition of the July/August 2023 Issue

by SWG Staff | June 28, 2023 | Digital Edition, Feature | 0 Comments

This issue features a cover story by Isadora Pennington on Music Matters Productions called Making Big Happen. The company was founded and is headed by Aaron Soriero and is based in Peachtree Corners, GA. Music Matters Productions has worked withan incredible array of...

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Curating stories and news for the cities of Norcross, Berkeley Lake, Peachtree Corners and Duluth

Renova Technology Announces Expansion in Gwinnett County

Renova Technology Announces Expansion in Gwinnett County

by SWG Staff | Business

Renova Technology, Inc., an after-market repair services company, has expanded their supply chain...

New Start Entrepreneurship Winners Awarded Start Up Money

New Start Entrepreneurship Winners Awarded Start Up Money

by SWG Staff | Business, Community

The Gwinnett County Public Library, through its foundation, awarded a total of $5,000 to three...

Successful Teen Entrepreneurship Program Announces Winners

Successful Teen Entrepreneurship Program Announces Winners

by SWG Staff | Education

The Gwinnett County Public Library has announced the winners of its recent Teen Entrepreneurship...

Gwinnett County Police Hold Community Meeting

Gwinnett County Police Hold Community Meeting

by Glenn Boylan | Public Safety

On Thursday, March 9, the Gwinnett County Police Department (GCPD) hosted a community meeting at...

Norcross Library Founders Club Presents “Beyond the Books”

Norcross Library Founders Club Presents “Beyond the Books”

by SWG Staff | Books

The Norcross Founders Club will present its free “Beyond the Books,” a Gwinnett County Public...

Eddie Owen Presents: Upcoming March and April Events

by SWG Staff | Events - Calendar

Eddie Owen Presents Red Clay Music Foundry 3116 Main St., Duluth eddieowenpresents.com Shawn...

March & April Events at Norcross Gallery and Studios

by SWG Staff | Events - Calendar, Festivals and Concerts

116 Carlyle St., Norcross norcrossgalleryandstudios.org, 770-840-9844...

April Events in Southwest Gwinnett You Don’t Want to Miss

by SWG Staff | Events - Calendar

April April 1 Bunny Hop at the Forum 10-11 a.m. The Forum 5185 Peachtree Pkwy., Peachtree Corners...

Never Too Early to Learn

Never Too Early to Learn

by Arlinda Smith Broady | Community, Education

Countywide initiative encourages parents, caregivers to get kids school ready as early as birth....

Gwinnett County City Ranks Wealthiest in State

Gwinnett County City Ranks Wealthiest in State

by Arlinda Smith Broady | Community, Home & Land

The mayor says the wealth isn’t what makes this city special – it’s the people. Although Georgia...

Special Edition Disney Doll Based on Local Teen’s Likeness

Special Edition Disney Doll Based on Local Teen’s Likeness

by Arlinda Smith Broady | Community, Fashion and Design

Pinckneyville Middle student Maya Robinson portrays Rapunzel as part of a collection of dolls...

The Duluth Church Cemetery

The Duluth Church Cemetery

by Glenn Boylan | Community, Faith

Cemeteries are where people’s lives are remembered and honored. Certainly, that’s true for the...

Eat More Healthy Foods

Eat More Healthy Foods

by Patrizia Winsper | Food & Drink

Healthy Restaurant Options in Southwest Gwinnett By Patrizia Winsper Two months into the new year...

A Job of Challenges and Rewards for Gwinnett County Lifeguards

A Job of Challenges and Rewards for Gwinnett County Lifeguards

by Nathan Deen | Community

Santiago Restrepo and Lesly Montoya signed up to be lifeguards in high school thinking it would be...

Gwinnett Native Steps into West Precinct Commander Role

Gwinnett Native Steps into West Precinct Commander Role

by Arlinda Smith Broady | Community

Born and raised in Gwinnett County, Major J.D. Griffin vows to ‘police the way I want to be...

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Stone Mountain Park’s Pumpkin Festival, Play by

Stone Mountain Park’s Pumpkin Festival, Play by Day, Glow by Night, is happening now until October 29th. 🎃

Guests are welcome to celebrate the autumn season with a variety of experiences including a drone show, thousands of glowing lights, massive jack-o-lanterns, a giant pumpkin tree, costumed characters, glow-in-the dark mini-golf and glow-in-the-dark dinosaurs.

Photos by Bruce Johnson. @brucejohnsonphotos
@stonemountainpark #pumpkinfestival

Mark your calendars for the 40th Annual Duluth Fal

Mark your calendars for the 40th Annual Duluth Fall Festival, a weekend filled with free fun and festivities at the Duluth Festival Center! There will be live concerts, a parade, a thrilling Donut Dash 5k, and a bushel of other fun fall activities. 🍁
@duluthfallfestival @city_of_duluth

Tomorrow: The City of Norcross invites you to the

Tomorrow: The City of Norcross invites you to the Gwinnett Housing Corporation's Homeowner Resource Center Open House on September 27 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at 128 Lawrenceville St, Norcross, GA.

This is a great chance to explore the center, meet the friendly staff, connect with their partners and discover the valuable resources they have to offer.
@cityofnorcross @gwinnetthousingcorporation #homeownerresourcecenter

Is your child ready for private school? Join Corne

Is your child ready for private school? Join Cornerstone Christian Academy for a fun and informative night that will help you prepare for the application process. Get advice from admissions experts, as well as other experienced parents. @cornerstonecougars

#kindergartenreadiness #cornerstonechristianacademy

The outdoors has always been a big part of Sarah L

The outdoors has always been a big part of Sarah Lydon’s life. Her father took the family hiking and camping. She even lived on a farm for a while.

Although the responsibilities of being a mom and having a career have kept her busy, Lydon has reconnected her love of nature with kayaking. Read her story on our website - link in bio. @georgia_river_network

Norsan Restaurants has announced the upcoming open

Norsan Restaurants has announced the upcoming opening of its new restaurant concept, H&W Steakhouse. H&W (@hwsteakhouse) is the third fine-dining steakhouse concept from Norsan Restaurants.

The company also operates Pampas Steakhouse in Johns Creek and Frankie’s The Steakhouse in Duluth. H&W aims to bring modern fine dining to Peachtree Corners with USDA Prime Steaks and a variety of seafood options.

Photos by @brucejohnsonphotos

#handwsteakhouse #hwsteakhouse #norsan #norsanrestaurants #frankiesthesteakhouse #pampassteakhouse #cityofpeachtreecorners #southwestgwinnett

We can’t wait for the Peachtree Corners Festival

We can’t wait for the Peachtree Corners Festival (@peachtreecornersfestival), happening this Saturday and Sunday at the Peachtree Corners Town Green! 🎪

Electrify PTC is also returning for National Drive Electric Week on Sept. 23 as part of the festival. Families, friends, and neighbors are invited to the second annual electrified car show, hosted by @peachtreecornersga in partnership with Siemens, Mercedes-Benz, Qwik Charge, Ford Motor Company, Jim Ellis Automotive Group, Georgia Power and more. ⚡️

@peachtreecornerstowncenter
@curiositylab_ptc

Explore Gwinnett (@exploregwinnett) has organized

Explore Gwinnett (@exploregwinnett) has organized its Artober program for several years, and the City of Norcross (@cityofnorcross) has always held its Art Splash event at the same time to dovetail the two. Taking place the first weekend in October, Art Splash historically kicks off the Artober lineup. 🎨

Check out the full schedule on our website - link in bio.

#artober #artsplash #exploregwinnett

Thinking of attending Major League Pickleball’s

Thinking of attending Major League Pickleball’s Upcoming Tournament in Peachtree Corners? Check out @peachtreecornerslife's latest article for event information, and details about securing your tickets. Get ready for some major pickleball excitement! 🎾 Link in their bio. @majorleaguepb @lifetimepeachtree

Don’t miss the latest Prime Lunchtime podcast wi

Don’t miss the latest Prime Lunchtime podcast with City Manager Brian Johnson, hosted by Rico Figliolini. In this episode, they cover City Marshal regulations and policies, a pickleball feasibility study, and weather preparations. Plus, the latest updates on infrastructure improvements, ongoing programs to address stormwater issues and power outages, and housing initiatives.

Listen on @peachtreecorners website - link in their bio.

@peachtreecornersga @fmrsquid
#peachtreecornerslife #southwestgwinnett

Lots of OktoberFest fun coming up this week at @ke

Lots of OktoberFest fun coming up this week at @kettlerockbrewing! 🍻

#craftbeerlovers #peachtreecornersga #visitpeachtreecorners #peachtreecorners #gwinnettcountyga #drinkcraftbeer #kettlerockbrewing

Major League Pickleball Credential Applications ar

Major League Pickleball Credential Applications are now available for MLP ATLANTA, Sept. 21-24. @majorleaguepb

#MajorLeaguePB #AtlantaPickleball #MLPAtlanta
#Pickleball#PickleballLife #AtlantaPickleballMagazine
#SouthwestGwinnett

Japanfest is coming up on September 16th and 17th

Japanfest is coming up on September 16th and 17th at Gas South Convention Center.

Immerse yourself in live music & dance performances, martial arts & cultural workshops, Anime, and more. Enjoy various Japanese food vendors and a beer garden, and don’t forget to stop by the game booths and vendors. @japanfest_atlanta @exploregwinnett

❗️Attention:❗️Corley Road will be temporar

❗️Attention:❗️Corley Road will be temporarily closed for emergency drainage work.
From @peachtreecornersga: This closure is necessary to allow crews to repair underground stormwater infrastructure near 6458 Corley Road.

The work will require Corley Road to be closed at this location beginning September 7 and lasting for an estimated 12-14 days. Access to the area businesses will be limited, but not restricted, and detours will be required.

There is an abandoned railroad crossing located at this address. For locations to the east, access can be made from Jimmy Carter Boulevard, State Route 140. For all properties west of this address, and at the rail crossing, access can be made from Jones Mill Road to Mechanicsville Road to Corley Road.

Posted @withregram • @cityofnorcross Your smile,

Posted @withregram • @cityofnorcross Your smile, your style – we want you! 🎥

The City of Norcross is searching for volunteers to be the smiling faces of our vibrant community during a video shoot on Saturday, September 30. Whether you're a morning person or a night owl, we've got flexible time slots from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. If you're up for an all-day adventure, even better!

Every age, race, gender, and even our four-legged pals are wholeheartedly welcomed. Let's create a vibrant mosaic of togetherness in Norcross—because when we all shine together, our community truly sparkles! The deadline for submitting a form is Friday, September 22 by 6:00 p.m.

To submit a form, click the link in our bio.

#free #volunteer #model #castingcall #cast #photoshoot #videoshoot #footage #film #food #drinks #events #arts #parks #downtown #local #community #cityofnorcross #norcrossga #aplacetoimagine #gwinnettcounty #gwinnettco #gwinnett #exploregwinnett #gwinnettdailypost #atlantajournalconstitution #atlantaparent

Beautiful photographs taken throughout Norcross on

Beautiful photographs taken throughout Norcross on the weekend of July 4th will be displayed at Norcross Gallery and Studios (@norcrossgalleryandstudios), The Rectory, and Café 45 South (@45southcafe) September 14 through October 31.

The photographs celebrating city life in Norcross were all taken and submitted by both professional and amateur photographers. There will be a reception in the Norcross Gallery on Sunday, September 17, from 4 to 6 PM. Prizes will be awarded at the reception!

@cityofnorcross @norcross_publicartscommission #lifethroughthelens

@peachtreecornerslife’s Pets and Their People Gi

@peachtreecornerslife’s Pets and Their People Giveaway ends this Friday at Midnight! Don't miss your chance to submit your pet pics. 🐶

#petsandtheirpeoplePTC2023 #giveaway

Changing the World, One Young Leader at a Time. 🌍 Know a young person making waves in community service, leadership, or the arts? Nominate them and let's highlight their inspiring journey in our 2023 Twenty Under 21 cover story. Submit your nomination at the link in our bio.
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Nominations close September 15th. Those chosen will be featured in our November/December issue.

Calling all trailblazers under 21! 🚀 Do you kno

Calling all trailblazers under 21! 🚀 Do you know someone who's acing academics, creating art, or making a difference in their community? Nominate them now for a chance to be featured in our 2023 Twenty Under 21 cover story. Submit your nomination at the link in our bio.
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Nominations close September 15th. Those chosen will be featured in our November/December issue.
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Two more days to enter @peachtreecornerslife's Pet

Two more days to enter @peachtreecornerslife's Pets and Their People Giveaway! 🐶 In this photo: Linda, with Muffin and Izzy. Second photo: Cindy, Sophie, and Josie. #petsandtheirpeoplePTC2023 #giveaway
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GRAND PRIZE
🐶4 Nights of Cat Boarding at Whiskers on Kittens (value $180) or, Two Free Nights of Boarding at Pet Suites of Norcross (cats or dogs) (value $120)
🐱3-month free Care Club Membership with a gift basket from Scenthound Johns Creek Central. (Value $335)
🐰Certificate for a Veterinary Visit towards Medical Care at Peachtree Corners Animal Clinic (Value $250)
SECOND PRIZE
🐰One Cat Grooming at Whiskers on Kittens (value $120)
🐱Two Free Nights of Boarding at Pet Suites of Norcross (cats or dogs) (value $120), or, 4 Nights of Cat Boarding at Whiskers on Kittens (value $180)
🐶Planned PEThood’s Wellness Center visit, including brief vet exam, core vaccinations including Rabies, Distemper, and Bordetella for dogs, and HW/combo testing. (value $100)
🐱$100 Gift Card
THIRD PRIZE
🐶One Cat Grooming at Whiskers on Kittens (value $120)
🐱One Dog Grooming at Whiskers on Kittens (value $80)
🐰$100 Digital Gift Card for use on petwants.com/johnscreek (value $100)
🐶$75 VISA Gift Card

Thanks to our great sponsors: @petsuitesatlantanorcross @petwantsjohnscreek @plannedpethood @peachtreecorners_animalclinic @scenthound @whiskersonkittens75

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