Weekend Worthy: MLK Day, Live Music at Red Clay, Mark Twain, Lewis Grizzard, More

Looking for things to do this weekend in and around Gwinnett County?

Check out the Gwinnett Weekends calendar listing below, compiled by Explore Gwinnett, for events that includes MLK Day festivities, live music and theater — and there’s still snow and ice to play with.

Scroll the list below or click here for more ideas.

If you have an event you would like added to Explore Gwinnett’s calendar, submit it here.

• January 16

EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: JUDGE TALFORD BAND

RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY

Duluth

8pm

$15-$20 404-478-2749 www.eddieownenpresents.com

• January 16-17

WINTER JURIED MEMBERS’ EXHIBITION

ART STATION GALLERY

Stone Mountain

Tue-Fri 1pm-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm

Free 770-469-1105 www.artstation.org

• January 16-17

YOUTH CONCERT SERIES

GWINNETT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Duluth

Presented by Sugarloaf Ballet

Fri 5:30pm and 7:30pm, Sat 3pm & 7:30pm $12-$15 888-9-AXS-TIX www.gwinnettcenter.com

• January 16-17

ARTISTS AS FRIENDS: A CELEBRATION OF SELF- EXPRESSION, CREATIVITY AND FRIENDSHIPS

HUDGENS CENTER FOR THE ARTS

Duluth

10am-5pm $3-5, under 2 Free 770-623-6002 www.thehudgens.org

• January 16-18

WINTER EXHIBITIONS OF THE PORTRAIT SOCIETY OF ATLANTA, INC.

THE LONA GALLERY

Lawrenceville

Fri-Sat 12pm-8pm, Sun 12pm-6pm Free 678-349-2223 www.thelonagallery.com

• January 16-18

LEWIS GRIZZARD “IN HIS OWN WORDS”

ART STATION, STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE

Stone Mountain

Performed by Bill Oberst Jr., he pays respect to “one of the foremost humorists in the country,” and honors Lewis with the best of his stand-up comedy and selections from his books and columns.

Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 3pm $24-$29 770-469-1105 www.artstation.org

• January 16-18

ALADDIN

NEW LONDON THEATRE

Snellville

The Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre is the “by kids, for kids” arm of New London Theatre. All participants within this show are under 18. Fri 8pm, Sat 1pm & 8pm, Sun 2:30pm $10-$15 770-559-1484 www.newlondontheatre.org

• January 16-19

SUWANEE SCULPTOUR

TOWN CENTER PARK

Suwanee

Self guided tour of 15 public art works Free

770-945-8996

www.suwanee.com

• January 16-19

THE ICE RINK AT SUGAR HILL

BEHIND SUGAR HILL CITY HALL

Sugar Hill

Grab your skates (or you can rent them) and have fun maneuvering around on ice! Skating sessions are 90 minutes, but you can add additional time if you are having too much fun to leave!

Hours while school is in session: Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 1pm-9pm, Mon 10am-9pm $10-$12 and children under free; skate rentals are an additional $2 770-945-6716 www.facebook.com/CityofSugarHill

• January 17

EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: JOHN & JACOB & CALE DODDS

RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY

Duluth

7:30pm $14-$17 404-478-2749 www.eddieownenpresents.com

• January 17

AN EVENING WITH MARK TWAIN

NEW DAWN THEATER

Duluth

8pm

$10-$15 678-887-5015 www.newdawntheatercompany.com

• January 17

JOY OF MOVEMENT OPENING RECEPTION

KUDZU ART ZONE

Norcross 6pm-9pm

Free 770-840-9844 www.kudzuartzone.org

• January 17

GOLDEN SPIKE TRAIN SHOW

NORTH ATLANTA TRADE CENTER

Norcross

9am-4pm Children 12 and under free 770-279-9899 http://www.northatlantatradecenter.com/

• January 17

VOLUME FIVE

EVERETT’S MUSIC BARN

Suwanee

The Everett Family Band followed by a national act or the best in local talent. Family oriented, no smoking or drinking is allowed, so bring the kids. Make sure to visit in the Everett’s Home to see and hear pickers from beginners to professionals learning how to play Bluegrass from each other. 8pm Donations welcome 770-945-5628 www.facebook.com/EverettsMusicBarn

• January 17

LIVVY’S LOVE FUN RUN/WALK

STONE MOUNTAIN PARK

Stone Mountain

5K and 8K option, Zumba and kidz ultimate challenge. Funds raised benefit youth development and scholarships. Children up to 6 years old can participate in the Tot Trot for free.

7am registration, 8am $20-$40 www.livvysloveinc.org

www.eventbrite.com/e/livvys-love-fun-runwalk- tickets-13698882727

• January 17

JOE HALL

WILD BILL’S

Duluth

Additional performances from Gina Gailey and Bulletproof featuring Drew Putman!

$7-$10 678-473-1000 www.wildbillsatlanta.com

• January 17

INJURY PREVENTION SEMINAR

COOLRAY FIELD

Lawrenceville

For all youth and high school baseball coaches. First 100 people accepted. Seminar includes Q&A from Hall of Famer, Tom Glavine.

8:30am-1:30pm $20.00 678-312-5000 https://www.facebook.com/GwinnettBraves1

• January 17

WINTER HIKES AT MCDANIEL FARM

MCDANIEL FARM

Duluth

Explore the winter forest at McDaniel Farm and experience the winter season. Learn houw to be on the lookout for tracks, trails and evidence of wildlife. We will end the program with making a snack for the birds.

10:30am & 1:30pm $5 and pre-registration required 770-904-3500 www.gwinnettehc.org

• January 17-18

JOY OF MOVEMENT

KUDZU ART ZONE

Norcross

Fri-Sat 11am-4pm Free

770-840-9844 www.kudzuartzone.org

• January 17-19

SNOW MOUNTAIN

STONE MOUNTAIN

Stone Mountain

Featuring tubing runs including the Avalanche Alley family tube ride and the Snow Zone area where younger kids can tube and make snowmen and snow angels.

Time slots vary, reservations recommended. $28.00, vehicle entry fee $10 770-945-6762 www.snowmountainpark.com

• January 17-19

SNOW WORLD

LAKE LANIER ISLANDS

Buford

NEW this year! Snow slides, speed slides, skating, carnival rides, fire pits & more! Sunset Cove is now enclosed and will feature a delicious new assortment of dishes, as well as favourite traditions! Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat-Sun 10am-10pm, Mon 10am-8pm 19.99-34.99 770-945-8787 www.snowworldga.com

• January 17-19

BREAKFAST WITH BUCKY BEAR

LAKE LANIER ISLANDS

Buford

Visit with your favorite furry friend, Bucky Beaver, and enjoy a delicious buffet with made to order waffles, omlettes, fresh baked biscuits, pastries and more!

9am-11:30am $9.95-$21.95, plus $10.00 gate fee 770-945-8787 www.lakelanierislands.com

• January 18

SUNDAY SUPPER GWINNETT BRAVES FOOD TRUCK EVENT

COOLRAY FIELD

Lawrenceville

11am-5pm

www.facebook.com/Sundaysupperfoodtrucks

• January 18

AN ENGAGING AFFAIR WINTER BRIDAL SHOW

GWINNETT HISTORICAL COURTHOUSE

Lawrenceville

Gwinnett’s favorite bridal show! Bring your mom, aunt, entourage to meet with wedding professionals, enjoy the fashion show in the Superior Court Ballroom. Our DJ will lead games and the chance for door prizes, too!

1pm-4pm $6-$7, grooms are free 770-822-5450 www.gwinnettcounty.com

• January 18

YMCA CAMP HIGH HARBOUR

GWINNETT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

Duluth

11th annual advanced leadership academy conference 2pm $17.50 888-9-AXS-TIX www.gwinnettcenter.com

• January 18

EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: KELLEY SWINDALL WITH BROOKS COFFIN FEATURING THE ACADEMICS

RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY

Duluth

7pm $12 404-478-2749 www.gwinnettpl.org/event/buford-winie-pooh-day- celebration-ages-4

• January 18

GWINNETT COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY PRESENTS: WINNIE THE POOH CELEBRATION

BUFORD-SUGAR HILL BRANCH

Buford

Join us for the cuddliest holiday around: Winnie the Pooh Day! The birthday of author A.A. Milne will be celebrated with stories, activities and a special craft dedicated to everyone’s favorite loving bear. For families ages 4 and up

2:30pm Free www.facebook.com/GwinnettLibrary

• January 19

BUILD IT GREEN

GWINNETT ENVIRONMENTAL AND HERITAGE CENTER

Lawrenceville

Featuring STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) activities related to green building methods. 10am-4pm $3-$5 678-856-7602 www.gwinnettehc.org

• January 19

GWINNETT GLADIATORS VS. INDIANAPOLIS FUEL

THE ARENA AT GWINNETT CENTER

Duluth See Gwinnett’s professional ECHL ice hockey team play.

12:35pm $10-$31 770-497-5100 www.gwinnettgladiators.com

• January 19

15TH ANNUAL DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR DAY CELEBRATION PARADE

GWINNETT JUSTICE & ADMINISTRATION CENTER

Lawrenceville

9:30am Free 678-856-7602 www.gwinnettmlkparade.com

• January 19

MLK DAY HEALTH AND WELLNESS FAIR

MOORE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Lawrenceville

Preventative health screenings and educational opportunities (material) in the following areas: heart disease, stroke, blood pressure, breast cancer, domestic violence awareness, vision & dental screening, help for the homeless, sickle cell, fire & safety)

After parade which starts at 9:30am in downtown Lawrenceville Free 678-856-7602

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