Name: Prelude to the Fourth
Start: 2026-07-01T17:00:00-04:00
Location: Lawrenceville Lawn

Lawrenceville Lawn

Get ready for an incredible evening of fun, music, and fireworks as we celebrate Lawrenceville's annual Prelude to the Fourth! Join us at the Lawrenceville Lawn on July 1, 2026 for a festive, family-friendly event that is free and perfect for all ages.
Gather around the Lawn with blankets and chairs and enjoy delicious snacks and treats from a variety of food trucks. Live music will provide the soundtrack to an unforgettable night of fun. 
As the night wears on, we'll be gearing up for a spectacular fireworks show that will light up the sky with bursts of color and excitement. It's the perfect way to get in the mood for the Fourth of July and celebrate our community's spirit and strength.
<h3>**Due to large crowds and loud fireworks, pets are discouraged at this event**</h3>

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Prelude to the Fourth

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The Gwinnett Career &amp; Hiring Fair for Previously Incarcerated People
<h3>**Need to Clear Your Criminal Record? **</h3>
Free Onsite Expungement Help Available!
Ready for a real opportunity—not just talk?
Join us for the Gwinnett Career &amp; Hiring Fair for Previously Incarcerated People, a powerful, action-driven event designed to connect individuals with jobs, resources, and a path forward.
This event is specifically created for individuals who have been incarcerated and are ready to re-enter the workforce, rebuild, and move forward with purpose.
<h2>FREE ONSITE EXPUNGEMENT HELP (RECORD RESTRICTION)</h2>
Need to clear your criminal record? Start the process here.
We will have a dedicated Clean Slate Station where you can:
✔️ Find out if you qualify for record restriction (expungement) ✔️ Get guidance on your case and next steps ✔️ Receive help preparing your application ✔️ Learn how to submit your request in Gwinnett County
In many cases, charges that did not lead to a conviction may be eligible to be restricted from public view—removing barriers to employment, housing, and opportunity.
<h2>ON-SITE SUPPORT FROM JUSTICE &amp; COMMUNITY PARTNERS</h2>
Attendees will have access to guidance from:
<ul><li>Gwinnett County District Attorney’s Office</li><li>Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office</li><li>Georgia Department of Community Supervision</li></ul>
Additional partners to be announced.
<h2>IMPORTANT INFORMATION</h2>
<ul><li>Not all cases qualify for expungement/record restriction</li><li>Final approval is determined by the appropriate legal authority</li><li>This event provides free guidance and support to help you get started</li></ul>
<h2>WHAT TO BRING</h2>
To get the most out of this event, bring:
<ul><li>Valid photo ID</li><li>Any court or case documents (if available)</li><li>Your resume (for job opportunities)</li></ul>
Don’t have everything? Come any way—we’re here to help.
<h2>EVENT DETAILS</h2>
Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026 - Noon - 3:00 p.m. Location: Gwinnett County Public Library - Norcross Branch
WHY THIS EVENT MATTERS
This is more than a job fair.
It’s a chance to:
<ul><li>Remove barriers</li><li>Access real opportunities</li><li>Take control of your future</li></ul>
<h2>FINAL WORD</h2>
<ul><li>Your past does not have to block your future!</li><li>Get the help you need. Get the opportunity you deserve. Start today.</li></ul>
Register for this event. Come experience the GCBCC effect! You will never forget it!
Questions: Call Renee at 404.590.4716.

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Even if you do not have a resume, don't let that stop you! Come out. We have resources to help you thrive!
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April 30, 2026 | Noon – 3:00 PM
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Come ready to interview. Your next opportunity starts here!
Questions? Call Renee at 404.590.4716.

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Celebrate Small Business Month with the Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) at one of the most dynamic, high-energy community experiences in Gwinnett! A Taste of Black Gwinnett is more than an event — it’s a movement of culture, connection, and economic power.
This special Small Business Month edition is designed to spotlight and support Black-owned businesses, youth entrepreneurs, creatives, and food vendors while bringing the community together for an unforgettable experience.
<h2>WHAT TO EXPECT</h2>
<ul><li>Delicious Food from Local Vendors</li><li>Black-Owned Business Marketplace</li><li>Music + Vibes</li><li>Trivia, Games + Spades</li><li>Family-Friendly Fun</li><li>Photo Moments + Social Media Highlights</li><li>Networking + Business Connections</li></ul>
<h2>VENDOR OPPORTUNITIES (LIMITED SPOTS)</h2>
This is your chance to sell, promote, and connect directly with the community.
<ul><li>Business Vendors</li><li>Youthpreneurs (under 18)</li><li>Food Vendors</li></ul>
All vendors will gain exposure to a highly engaged audience ready to support Black businesses.
<h2>WHY YOU NEED TO BE HERE</h2>
This isn’t just another pop-up. This is about: ✔ Circulating dollars in our community ✔ Supporting Black entrepreneurship ✔ Building relationships that lead to real opportunities ✔ Celebrating US — our culture, our excellence, our power
<h2>COMMUNITY ADMISSION</h2>
Bring your family, your friends, your appetite, and your energy. Youth 12 and under - FREE General Admission - $5 Appetizers: $5-$10 - An assortment of great food samples including non-meat options. Beverages: Lemonade ($5), Tea ($3), Water ($1), Beer ($3) and Wine ($5)
Let’s celebrate, support, and build together.
<h2>POWERED BY</h2>
<ul><li>Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC)</li><li>Black Gwinnett Magazine</li><li>Urban Mediamakers Film Festival</li><li>Black Gun Owners</li><li>Come Meet A Black Person Anti-Black Initiative</li><li>Camrose Creative Services</li></ul>
Register Now — Vendor Spots Will Sell Out FAST! Select the 'TICKET' button and purchase a vendor space.
OUR BUSINESS OWNERS EXHIBITING INCLUDE
Arkad Business Solutions | Black Gun Owners | Black Gwinnett Magazine | Camrose Creative Services | Come Meet A Black Person | Elisme Consulting Services | Fingerz Restaurant | Frances Cress Welsing Society | Georgia Micro Enterprise Network (GMEN) | L&amp;E Middle Prep Academy | Moses-Ragsdale Kitchen | The City Bodega Cafe | Urban Mediamakers Film Festival | Zeneth Quest Consulting
BE A VENDOR AT THE EVENT! Register today! Questions: Call Renee at 404.590.4716.
Exhibit your products and/or services as a vendor during A Taste of Black Gwinnett. Vendors receive a table, two chairs, and marketing by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce and Black Gwinnett Magazine.
Vendor table registrations are available here in this listing as a ticket.
SPONSORS
Presented by Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce, Urban Mediamakers, Black Gwinnett Magazine and Camrose Creative Services.
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The Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce (GCBCC) organizing committee of this event is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible event for all members of the community. We aim to foster cultural understanding and appreciation while offering a space for Gwinnett County businesses and entrepreneurs from the Black diaspora to flourish and gain visibility. Visit the organization at <a href="https://blackchambergwinnett.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://blackchambergwinnett.com</a>.
GCBCC, it volunteers, staff, affiliates, and sponsors are not liable for any personal or product injury at this event.

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