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5Star Nail Supply

5 Star Nail Supply is Gwinnett County’s first Black-owned nail supply store, and we are so happy to finally be here. We carry professional-grade gel polishes and nail supplies for nail techs, salon owners, and anyone who just loves keeping their nails done. Locally owned and built from the heart to serve this community — because you deserve quality products without the wait or the hassle. Come see us in store and experience the difference. Blessed to serve every single one of you.

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5 Star Nail Supply is Gwinnett County’s first Black-owned nail supply store, and we are so happy to finally be here. We carry professional-grade...

July 9, 10:00am – 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament                                     Who's the king of the court? Bring your team and find out! First place teams get t-shirts and more. Groups ranging in age 10-adult will compete in this tournament. $20/team (maximum of 4 on roster-team registrations only); pre-register your team by 7/8; call 770.723.9516. Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, 4651 Britt Road, Norcross. Register online at <a href="http://www.gwinnettparks.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.gwinnettparks.com</a>. Code: LSCC02064

July 9, 10:00am – 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament

Who’s the king of the court? Bring your team and find out! First place teams get t-shirts and more. Groups ranging in age 10-adult will compete in this tournament. $20/team (maximum of 4 on roster-team registrations only); pre-register your team by 7/8; call 770.723.9516. Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center, 4651 Britt Road, Norcross. Register online at <a href="http://www.gwinnettparks.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.gwinnettparks.com</a>. Code: LSCC02064

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📅 July 8–10, 2026
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GWINNETT COUNTY: Animation, Art, AI, Design, Filmmaking,Music, Photography, and Storytelling |&nbsp;July 13-17, 2026 | Ages: Youth 8-16
<h2>A NEXT-LEVEL CREATIVE CAMP EXPERIENCE FOR YOUTH</h2>
NextGen Creative Youth Summer Camp 2026 in Norcross, Georgia -- Gwinnett County -- is a hands-on, high-energy summer experience where youth ages 8–16&nbsp;explore animation, artificial intelligence (AI) creative tools, photography, storytelling, filmmaking, and multimedia production — all while creating their own original, screen-ready projects.
This is not just a camp — it’s a creative studio experience.
<h2>CAMP DETAILS</h2>
<ul><li>Dates: July 13–17, 2026</li><li>Time: Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM</li><li>Location: Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center, 10 College St., Norcross, Georgia (Gwinnett County) | Meetings Rooms 1 and 3</li><li>Format: In-Person</li><li>Presented by Urban Mediamakers, Gwinnett County Black Chamber of Commerce, Black Gwinnett Magazine, Camrose Creative Services</li></ul>
<h2>WHAT YOUTH WILL EXPERIENCE</h2>
<ul><li>Animation and Filmmaking</li><li>AI Creative Tools (used ethically as a support tool)</li><li>Photography (using their own mobile devices)</li><li>Voice Acting and Storytelling</li><li>Graphic Art and Visual Design</li><li>Audio and Multimedia Production</li><li>Group Outings for Relationship Building</li></ul>
<h2>FEATURED PROJECT: CHROMAVERSE</h2>
Campers will collaborate on Chromaverse, a youth-created story universe, expanding it into animated episodes while also creating their own individual creative projects.
<h2>BIG MOMENT: FILM FESTIVAL PREMIERE</h2>
All youth projects will be officially screened at the 25th Urban Mediamakers Film Festival (October 2026) — red carpet experience included!
<h2>WHAT’S INCLUDED</h2>
<ul><li>Breakfast, lunch, snacks, water, lemonade and juice daily</li><li>Hands-on creative instruction</li><li>Professional artists and media mentors</li><li>Swimming Half-Day at West Gwinnett Park &amp; Aquatic Center</li><li>Visit to Norcross Welcome Center and Museum</li><li>All materials and curriculum</li><li>End-of-week public showcase</li></ul>
<h2>WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING</h2>
"Great camp! Thanks so much!" – T. Logan "I would definitely recommend the camp." – Parent Participant
<h2>WHY THIS CAMP STANDS OUT</h2>
<ul><li>Real-world creative skills</li><li>Confidence-building through storytelling</li><li>Ethical use of AI in creative work</li><li>Professional-level outcomes (festival screening!)</li><li>Fun, engaging, and inspiring environment</li></ul>
<h2>LIMITED SPACE – REGISTER EARLY</h2>
Enrollment is limited to ensure a high-quality experience.
<h2>ABOUT URBAN MEDIAMAKERS</h2>
Urban Mediamakers is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting diverse content creators through production, training, and exhibition. The 25th annual Urban Mediamakers Film Festival happening October 12-25, 2026 celebrates independent film and media from around the world.

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