Calendar of Events – May 2011

May 5, 6:30-8:00pm – Fiesta FUNtastic

It’s Cinco De Mayo! Time for Fiesta fun and a parent’s night out! Drop the kids off for fun with crafts, snacks and games! Journey through time exploring this Mexican holiday; decorate your own sombrero or maracas and create a yummy Mexican snack! Ages 6-12; $15/person; pre-registration required by 4/29, call 770.564.4680. Mountain Park Activity Building , 1063 Rockbridge Road , Stone Mountain . Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com Code: MPAB14299

 

May 7, 3:30am – Meteor Madness        

See the Eta Aquarids meteor shower before you start your day. Enjoy a continental breakfast while gazing at the stars. $5/person; pre-registration required, call 770.614.2060. Little Mulberry Park , 3855 Fence Road , Auburn . Register online at www.gwinnettparks.co m . Code :BPCC14140

 

May 7, 9:00am-2:00pm – Spring Fling & Yard Sale                                 

Free admission! Join us for inflatable’s, games, crafts, and vendors galore! (Some activities or food may have minimal charge). Vendors will be selling crafts and yard sale items (no food please). Reservations required for sellers, space is limited, so register early! $25/space with 6’ table, Code: LSCC14209 or $15/space without table, Code: LSCC14212, call 770.723.9516. Event held rain or shine/no refunds. Lucky Shoals Park Community Recreation Center , 4651 Britt Road , Norcross

 

May 10, 6:00pm – Night Ride                

Experience your park at dark with a mountain bike night ride-SORBA night ride rules apply. Ride is for beginner to experienced; bike must have head and tail lights. Age 15-up , $5/person; c all 770.418.2331 for more information. Tribble Mill Park , 2125 Tribble Mill Parkway , Lawrenceville. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com Code: VOLR14001

 

May 11, 10:00am ­– Silver Screen Cinema for Seniors

Join us to celebrate Older American’s Month with a movie and refreshments. $3/person; call 770.564.4680 to register. Bethesda Park Senior Recreation Center , 225 Bethesda Church Road , Lawrenceville.

 

May 14, 1:00-8:00pm – Saturday in the Park and 8:30pm - B @ the Movies

Free admission! Kick off the day with fun inflatables, crafts, games, contests, and food. As the sun goes down, spread your blanket to stay and watch a movie under the stars. Concessions available during the entire event. $10 arm band for unlimited rides or $1/individual tickets, the movie is free! Call 770.418.2331 for more information. Chauncey Davis 2K Family Fun Run at 10:00am, visit www.falconnationcharities.org. Tribble Mill Park , 2125 Tribble Mill Parkway , Lawrenceville.

 

May 14, 10:00am-3:00pm – Pinckneyville EXPO

Free!   Want to check out dance, pottery, martial arts and more? See fun demos, meet the instructors and find out more about classes and camps. Awesome Artist Contest (3-D art or drawing/painting) for ages 4-18; $3/entry fee, one contest entry per child, 5/7 deadline, call 770.417.2200 Pinckneyville Park Community Recreation Center, 4650 Peachtree Industrial Boulevard , Norcross.

 

May 20, 10:00am-1:00pm – Age Strong! Live Long!

Celebrate Older Americans Month! Put on your walking shoes and join us for a stroll in the park followed by socializing and sampling heart-healthy snacks and desserts at our “Boomer Bistro and Café.” Take home recipe cards and valuable information on ways to improve your health. $5/person; pre-registration required by 5/16, call 770.564.4680. Bethesda Park Senior Recreation Center , 225 Bethesda Church Road , Lawrenceville. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: GCSC15222

 

May 20, 6:30-8:30pm – Princess & Me Dance

Don’t blink…they grow so up fast! Dads, bring your special little princess to this enchanted Daddy-Daughter Dance! She'll feel like a princess when she puts on her souvenir crown and spends the evening with you. Commemorative photo available for $3 each. Age 4-up, $9/ person including light snacks and beverages, call 770.822.5450. Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 East Crogan Street , Lawrenceville.     

Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com Code: GHCH15200

 

May 21, 8:00-10:00am – Hot Cakes & a Hike                                            

New! Start your day off right with a hot cake breakfast and yummy toppings! Make nature-oriented crafts and hit the trail for a fun-filled photo scavenger hunt. Bring your digital camera for the scavenger hunt.   All ages, $7/person; pre-registration required by 5/13, call 770.822.5414. Harbins Park , 2995 Luke Edwards Road, Dacula. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com Code: RJCC14201

 

May 24, 2:00pm – SeniorFest!

Celebrate National Older American’s Month with Senior dance troupe exhibitions, billiards tournament, games and more! $3/person, call 770.831.4173 to register. Prime Timers Pointe Senior Recreation Center at George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center , 55 Buford Highway , Suwanee.

 

Calendar of Events – June 2011

 

June 3, 10:30am-1:00pm – Brown Bag Concert                                       

Free! Pack a sack lunch and blanket, bring the kids and enjoy the sounds of Havana Son for the first in our concert series.   Enjoy fun music, cool crafts, face painting and crazy hair! Vendors wishing to showcase their business and meet potential customers, call for 770.822.5450 for sponsorship opportunities. Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 East Crogan Street , Lawrenceville.

 

June 4, 9:00am-1:00pm – Kids Fishing Day                                             

Free! Reel in some fun! Bring the kids for food, fun, prizes and fishing for beginners to advanced. Rod and bait provided on a first come, first serve basis. No fishing license necessary. Call 770.417.2200 for more information. Jones Bridge Park , 4901 East Jones Bridge Road , Norcross.

 

June 4, 1:00-5:00pm – Family Fun Day

Get in those swimsuits, grab the towels and get ready to kick off Summer with wacky games, prizes, and lots of activities! All ages, regular admission fees apply. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Collins Hill Park Aquatic Center , 2200 Collins Hill Road , Lawrenceville.

 

June 11, 11:00-1:00pm – Teddy Bear Picnic                                            

Bring your favorite stuffed animal friend, blanket and lunch for a special picnic!   Perfect for tots and teddy bear lovers! Age 3-6, pre-registration required; $5/person, call 770.831.4173. George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center , 55 Buford Highway , Suwanee. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com.

Code: GPCC14211

 

June 10, 11:00am-1:00pm – Watermelon Cutting for Seniors

Kick-off Summer with the Annual Watermelon Cutting! Get together with your friends for a great time of fellowship, snacks, and drinks. $5/person, pre-registration required by 6/8, call 770.564.4680. Mountain Park Depot, 5050 Five Forks-Trickum Road , Lilburn. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: GSCS15211

 

June 11, 10:00am-1:00pm – Ready to Roll                                               

Free! Calling all kids and teens for an afternoon of biking and skateboarding. Learn bike safety and get a helmet fitting at the bike rodeo and meet Gwinnett County Police and Fire Department reps. Skateboarders can watch the skateboard demos and show off their moves in our skate contest for a chance to win some cool prizes. Participants should bring their own bikes and/or skateboards and helmets. Duncan Creek Park , 3700 Braselton Highway , Dacula

 

June 11, 6:30-8:30pm – The Great Cardboard Boat Race                        

Build your best cardboard boat creation and come see who can paddle 25 yards to victory! Creativity and team spirit are a must as awards will be given for most creative, best costume, fastest boat and more! After the competition, there will be plenty of swimming, fun activities and snacks! All ages; race entries pre-register by 6/4, call 770.614.2063. $15/boat entry (6 crew member max on each team), $4/person for additional spectators and guests. Dacula Park Pool, 205 Dacula Road , Dacula. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: DPAC21898

 

June 12, 1:00-4:00pm – An Engaging Affair Bridal Show

Enjoy an afternoon with your girls strolling from wedding vendor to wedding vendor getting ideas to make your day even more special!   You and your entourage will have fun with games, give-aways, a fashion show and entertainment. Brides will even get a souvenir t-shirt. Pre-register before 6/11for $5/person or $7/person at the door, call 770.822.5450. Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 East Crogan Street , Lawrenceville. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: GHCH21520

 

June 15, 6:00pm – Night Ride              

Ready for a new mountain biking experience? How about an exciting night ride? SORBA night ride rules apply. Bike must have head and tail lights. Ride is for beginner to experienced. Age 15-up , $5/person; c all 770.418.2331 for more information. Yellow River Park , 3232 Juhan Road , Stone Mountain . Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: VOLR14002

 

June 16, 6:30pm – Family Movie Night

Gather the kids and their friends for a fun showing of Despicable Me! Bring your blanket or chairs and enjoy a movie in the air conditioned gym! Concessions available for purchase, no outside food can be brought in. All ages, $3/person. Call 770.417.2212 for more information. Best Friend Gym, 6224 Jimmy Carter Boulevard , Norcross.

 

 

Calendar of Events – July 2011

 

July 8, 10:30-1:00pm – Brown Bag Concert                                             

Free! Pack a sack lunch and blanket and bring the kids to see Scott Douglas Steel Drums on the Historic Courthouse lawn. Enjoy fun music, cool crafts, face painting and crazy hair! Vendors wishing to showcase their business and meet potential customers, call 770.822.5450. Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 East Crogan Street , Lawrenceville.

 

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 www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: LSCC02064

 

July 14, 6:30pm – Family Movie Night

Bring some chairs, blanket and the kids for an air conditioned showing of the 2010 Karate Kid on the big screen! Concessions available for purchase, no outside food can be brought in. All ages, $3/person. Call 770.417.2212 for more information. Best Friend Gym, 6224 Jimmy Carter Boulevard , Norcross.

 

July 14, 6:00pm – Night Ride                

Enjoy the excitement of a night mountain bike ride! SORBA night ride rules apply. Bike must have head and tail lights. Ride is for beginner to experienced. Age 15-up; $5/person, c all 770.418.2331. Tribble Mill Park , 2125 Tribble Mill Parkway , Lawrenceville. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: VOLR14003

 

July 15, 6:00pm-July 16, 8:00am – Cub Scout Camp Out                         

Parents, pack your gear and bring your Cub Scout! Camp out with us under the stars at Yellow River Park . Food and badge earning opportunities provided, all participants must bring their own tent and camping needs. $23/Parent & Scout pair, $7/additional camper; call 770.418.2331. Yellow River Park , 3232 Juhan Road , Stone Mountain . Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: VOLR14100

 

July 15, 5:30-8:00pm – Bingo Bongo at the Courthouse                          

Turn off the TV, give yourself a break from cooking and enjoy a family-friendly evening with pizza and Bingo! Prizes awarded to the winners in each round! Fee includes a slice of pizza, beverage and one free bingo card. Additional snacks/candy available for $1/each, which also includes a free bingo card! Ages 4-up, $3 by 7/14 or $5 at the door; call 770.822.5450 to pre-register. Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 East Crogan Street , Lawrenceville. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: GHCH21522

 

July 16, 3:00-5:00pm – Fancy in Pink Models                                          

Celebrate girl power with fashion, make-up, and model sessions focused on grace and poise ~ empower and recognize your beauty within. Light refreshments and music. Age 10-15; $12/person; limited space available, pre-registration required by 7/5; call 770.831.4173. George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center , 55 Buford Highway , Suwanee. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: GPCC14212

   

July 22, 2:00pm – Senior Ice Cream Social

Come and cool off with ice cream and all the fixings! $5/person; pre-registration required by 7/18, call 770.831.4173. Prime Timers Pointe at George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center , 55 Buford Highway , Suwanee. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: GPCC15250

   

July 29, 6:30-8:30pm – Beat the Heat with Cool Treats                            

Enjoy an old fashioned evening on the square in downtown Lawrenceville. Ice cream sundaes made your way and live music by Gwinnett Dance and Drum in the gazebo. Bring your lawn chairs and your friends. All ages, pre-register by 7/7 for $4/person or $5/person at the event; call 770.822.5450 Gwinnett Historic Courthouse, 185 East Crogan Street , Lawrenceville. Register online at www.gwinnettparks.com. Code: GHCH21590

 

July 30, 1:00-5:00pm – Splash & Bash

Send the end of Summer off with a splash! Families will enjoy wacky games, prizes and more! All ages, regular admission fees apply. Children must be accompanied by parent/guardian. Rhodes Jordan Park Pool, 100 East Crogan Street , Lawrenceville.

    Sheila Fowler Resources & Marketing Specialist gwinnett county parks & recreation 75 Langley Drive Lawrenceville, GA  30046 tel: 770.822.8870 fax: 770.822.8835   Visit  www.gwinnett parks .com