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Gwinnett Weekends: Mary Poppins, U.S. Amateur Golf, Farmers Markets and More
Looking for something to do this weekend in and around Gwinnett County? Check out this list from Explore Gwinnett.
There’s lots to do this weekend in Gwinnett County.
Check out these Gwinnett Weekend listings for Aug. 8-10 from Explore Gwinnett.
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Find out what's happening in Suwaneefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
August 8
Find out what's happening in Suwaneefor free with the latest updates from Patch.
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: SUMMER SONGWRITERS SERIES FEATURING CHUCK CANNON & LARI WHITE
RED CLAY THEATRE
Duluth
Concert
8pm $20-$45 404-478-2749 www.eddieowenpresents.com
August 8
FOOD TRUCK FRIDAY & FRIDAYS-N-DULUTH
TOWN GREEN
Duluth
Variety of food trucks and live music by “The Po’ Boys”.
6pm-9pm Free 770-476-3434 www.duluthga.net
August 8
GEORGIA COUNTRY NIGHT
WILD BILL’S
Duluth
Live performances from Drew Parker, Gina Gailey and David Leon.
7pm $7-$10 678-473-1000 www.wildbillsatlanta.com
August 8
FAMILY FRIDAY / COSMIC CLIMBING ADRENALINE CLIMBING
Suwanee
Full service, guided indoor rock climbing, includes harness and free pizza!
6pm-8pm / 8pm-10pm $15-$18, spectators free 770-271-1390 www.adrenalineclimbing.com
August 8
LILBURN FARMERS MARKET
GOOD SHEPHERD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Lilburn
4pm-8pm Free 678-667-2592 www.lilburnfarmersmarket.org
August 8
DOWNTOWN BRASELTON FARMERS MARKET
ART STATION
Stone Mountain
Exhibition.
Fri 1pm-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm Free 770-469-1105 www.artstation.org
August 8-9
JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY; SELECTED WORKS FROM PERMANENT COLLECTION; FRIENDS OF THE ALPHABET; ALTERED BOOKS COMPETITION WINNERS
THE HUDGENS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Duluth
Art Exhibits
10am-5pm $3-$5 770-623-6002 www.thehudgens.org
August 8-9
LAWRENCEVILLE GHOST TOURS
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Hear creepy tales of spirits and ghosts while learning a little about the history and heritage of Lawrenceville in a walking tour.
Featured Artists (Friday), (Saturday) will be on hand to tell you about their own work, guide your tour of the current exhibit and to invite you to visit the in- house studious.
11am-4pm Free 770-840-9844 www.kudzuartzone.org
August 8-9
LAZY DAYS OF SUMMER
TANNERY ROW ARTIST COLONY
Buford
Art Exhibit
12pm-5pm Free 770-904-0572 www.tanneryrowartistcolony.com
August 8-9
FRAGMENTS OF TIME
AMUSEMENT PARK SCIENCE
GWINNETT ENVIRONMENTAL & HERITAGE CENTER
Buford
Explore the physics behind the fun at amusement parks. Experiment with force, motion, waves, magnetism, momentum and more with models representing classic amusement park rides.
9am-4pm 770-904-3500 www.gwinnettehc.org
August 8-10
MARY POPPINS
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
“Can’t miss theatrical event with dazzling effects and infectious musical score”
Fri 8pm, Sat 2:30pm & 8pm, Sun 2:30pm $30-$50 678-226-6222 www.auroratheatre.com
August 8-10
THE SECRET OF THE CAT BY JAMES BECK & LAST LOVE BY RAYMOND FAST LIONHEART THEATRE
Norcross
One play about a great mystery and one play about a great love. Fri & Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm $12, includes dessert and beverage
Suwanee
Walkable outdoor exhibit, tour features 15 pieces on loan from various artists from around the country and close to home.
All day 770-945-8996 www.suwanee.com
August 9
SUWANEE FARMERS MARKET
TOWN CENTER PARK
Suwanee
Shop for fresh, locally grown foods. Sat 8am-12pm
Free 770-945-8996 www.suwanee.com
August 9
LAWRENCEVILLE FARMERS MARKET
DOWNTOWN LAWRENCEVILLE
Lawrenceville
Free
8am-12pm 404-395-4215 www.lawrencevillefarmersmarket.com
August 9
MOVIES AT WHISTLESTOP
WHISTLESTOP PARK
Auburn
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free movie.
Haywire $15 http://tickets.lakelanierislands.com/OpenTickets/54/ Full-Moon-Parties
August 9
WATER AEROBICS & AQUA ZUMBA MARATHON
COLLINS HILL PARK AQUATIC CENTER
Lawrenceville
Test your endurance and try something new! There will be four water exercise classes each lasting 45 minutes log with 15 minute rest in between. Ages 15- up
770-237-5647 $15/per person and advance registration required www.gwinnettparks.com
August 9
GOLDEN SPIKE TRAIN SHOW
NORTH ATLANTA TRADE CENTER
Norcross
10am $7 770-279-9899 www.northatlantatradecenter.com
August 9
LASERSHOW SPECTACULAR IN MOUNTAINVISION
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain
9:30pm (29-31 9pm) $10 vehicle admission fee 770-498-5690 www.stonemountainpark.com
August 9
AUBURN COMMUNITY YARD SALE AND BAZAAR
BUREL PARK
Auburn
One stop shop for searching for treasures!
8am-2pm Free 770-963-4002 www.cityofauburn-ga.org
August 9 -10
U.S. AMATEUR GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP
ATLANTA ATHLETIC CLUB
Johns Creek
$20-$100, Children 17 & under - Free 770-368-7722 http://www.usga.org/ChampEventArticle.aspx?id=21 47487642
August 9-10
WEEKEND GUIDED CLIMBTIME
ADRENALINE CLIMBING
Suwanee
Full service, guided indoor rock climbing, includes harness
1pm-6pm $20/climber, spectators free 770-271-1390 www.adrenalineclimbing.com
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