🌱 Atlanta United Fundraiser + Local Job Listings

Hello again, neighbors! It's Tuesday in Loganville-Grayson and I'm back in your inbox with everything that's fit to print about what's happening locally.

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First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 88 Low: 72.

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Here are the top five stories today in Loganville-Grayson:

1. Atlanta United will be holding a fundraiser for the Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation during its home match on Aug. 6. Tickets will be sold with a 30 percent discount and by using the promo code "Gwinnett22" other fees associated with the tickets will be reduced as well. Every ticket bought using the code will give $5 back to the Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation. The fundraiser will last until Aug. 1. Get your tickets today! (Gwinnettdailypost.com)
2. Mark your calendars! The annual Christmas in July Arts and Crafts Festival will take place on Jul. 30! The event will be held at Grayson City Park from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with a variety of vendors and activities for the whole family! Don't miss out on this day full of fun and creativity! (Allevents.in)
3. Looking for a new job? Patch makes it easy! Check out these job listings in the Loganville-Grayson area! Whether you are in need of a part-time gig or a career change, there are a variety of different openings in all kinds of careers. Learn more here! (Loganville-Grayson Patch)
4. The Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners is beginning a new project to redevelop the Gwinnett Place Mall. In 20202, the county purchased the land, and since, has been taking suggestions from the community on how to make the once popular shopping spot into a place community members can use and enjoy. Its mission is to create a space where local businesses and community members can flourish and embrace diversity. (Gwinnett Citizen)
5. Brookhaven is searching for volunteers to help with the annual Storm Drain Marker Volunteer Event on Aug. 6. The service project will center around the Lynwood Park neighborhood, and the city is asking volunteers to glue plastic discs onto storm drains that will read "no dumping.". Those who plan on volunteering will meet at the Lynwood Park Recreation on Aug. 6 at 8 a.m. Materials will be provided by the city, and walk-up volunteers are welcome. Bring your friends and family out for this fun way to help the community! (Reporter Newspapers)

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Today in and around Loganville-Grayson:

• Railyard Axehouse Network After Hours Event at Railyard Axelhouse (8:00 PM)
• Back To School Sale at Today's Kids Consignment (9:00 AM)
• Free Summer Grab & Go Meals At Vines Park (11:00 AM)

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From my notebook:

• The Atlanta Hawks will be holding a Check It Out Reading Challenge! Students K-12 will be able to earn a free hawks ticket by reading 5 books! This incentive will last from now through Sept. 2. (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)
• Ken Scott, will be performing a magic show this week at the Gwinnett Library. Come out and join the fun! (Gwinnett County Public Library via Instagram)
• The North Metro Lawrenceville NPHC's "Grazin' in the Grass" Sunday brunch has been rescheduled to Sept. 25! Tickets will be honored on the new date despite the schedule change and new tickets are still available for purchase! (Eventbrite)

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You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.