9/27: Hudgens Prize competition; Visiting Ireland; more

MYSTERY PHOTO: This is such a beautiful photograph that it appears at the top of GwinnettForum today, though it is today’s Mystery Photograph. Figure out where this photograph was taken and send your answer in pronto!

TODAY’S FOCUS: Competition Opens Soon for $50,000 Hudgens Prize for 2016-17

EEB PERSPECTIVE: Enjoying the Pleasures of Living for a Week in Dublin, Ireland

SPOTLIGHT: Brand Bank

UPCOMING: Williams Family of Snellville to Be on Family Feud on Sept. 27

NOTABLE: Gwinnett Cities Helping Restock Supplies at Food Co-ops

RECOMMENDED: Double Eagle Restaurant

GEORGIA TIDBIT: William McIntosh Was Controversial Chief of Lower Creek Indians

TODAY’S QUOTE: Never Doubt The Ingenuity of the American Plumber

MYSTERY PHOTO: Stories abound About Last Edition’s Mystery Photo

LAGNIAPPE: Georgia Gwinnett Names First Building for College’s First President

CALENDAR: Candidate Forum Thursday Night in Lawrenceville

Competition opens soon for $50,000 Hudgens Prize for 2016-17

By David Bell, Duluth, Ga.  |  Since 2010, the Jacqueline Casey Hudgens Center for the Arts has bi-annually offered a $50,000 art prize to a talented Georgian. The Center is now accepting entries for the fourth cycle of our prestigious visual arts prize. With a stunning cash award of $50,000 and a solo exhibition for one talented Georgia Artist, the Hudgens Prize is one of the largest awards given to an individual artist in the entire nation. The purpose of the competition is to elevate and promote the arts and artists of Georgia, while providing a transformational opportunity for the winning artist.

Ife Williams, executive director of The Hudgens, says: “As we launch the fourth cycle of the Hudgens Prize, we are keenly aware of its significance.  I am honored to have the privilege of providing this unparalleled opportunity for Georgia artists through the generous contributions of our community. With each cycle of awards, we strive to increase the program’s reach.  It is undeniable that artists across our entire state experience transformational opportunities from having their work reviewed by a panel of world class jurors; this process and the relationships formed have long lasting impact.”

The 2015 Hudgens Prize Recipient Bethany Collins, who continues to be a rising star on the national level, echoes this sentiment: “The inseparable impact and value of the Hudgens Prize is in the cash award being paired with a lengthy conversation between finalists and jurors. Together, those two charge us with the work to come… It’s our conversation unfurling over the long-haul that I hold as so particularly valuable.”

Angela Nichols, programming and education director at the Hudgens, notes:  “The size and scope of this award illustrates our organization’s commitment to strengthening the arts in our state. The Hudgens Prize enables us to support and garner exposure for Georgia artists at a very high level, something we are very proud of.”

The Hudgens Prize competition is open to all individual artists, age 18 and up, living as full time residents in the state of Georgia.  Visual artwork of any medium will be considered.  Works previously exhibited at the Hudgens are ineligible for inclusion in Hudgens Prize Exhibitions.  All work must have been completed within the last two years. Entry requires a $30 non-refundable fee, and entitles each artist to submit up to ten examples of their work.

Competition entries are to be submitted online via digital upload, and will be accepted between September 16 and November 10, 2016.  Artists may visit the Hudgens’ website to access the application link.

2017 Hudgens Prize Jury Panel:

• Cesar Garcia, director and chief curator, The Mistake Room, Los Angeles, Calif.;
• Janet Koplos, art writer and critic. St. Paul, Minn.; and
• Diana Nawi, associate curator, Pérez Art Museum Miami, Miami, Fla.

Jurors will review images and artist statements throughout November and December, and will select four artists to participate in the Finalists’ Exhibition, based on submitted materials. Each of the four Finalists will receive a $1,500 cash stipend to cover exhibition related expenses.

The Hudgens Prize will be awarded based on visits to the four finalist’s studios and the works on view in the 2017 Hudgens Prize Finalists’ Exhibition.  The new prize recipient will be announced at the Hudgens Prize Award Celebration, which will take place on September 30, 2017.

• For more information and the full Rules of Entry, please visit thehudgens.org.

Enjoying the pleasures of living for a week in Dublin, Ireland

By Elliott Brack, editor and publisher  |  Living in a foreign city for a week certainly gives you another perspective on life.

Our youngest has an Irish-related client and was headed for Dublin, Ireland, for a week. Renting an apartment there with two bedrooms, my wife and I got an invitation to buy a plane ticket and go along. It’s hard to refuse such an offer.

People suggested: “Take a raincoat and umbrella.” Surprisingly, we had nothing but sunshine and nice weather, though it rained one night. Temperatures in Dublin last week were between 45 to 65 degrees, which compared to Georgia weather, was delightful.

Being in Ireland (or England), you get to sample their multiple daily newspapers. There must be 10 to12 different ones on sale at any newsstand. We always bought The Irish Times, plus a different tabloid each day. And what a different offering they give you!  Newspapers and television are often accented with American stories, such as the problems in Charlotte, or with American politics. Every Irishman we talked to knew of Donald Trump, with all of them giving unfavorable comment. They seldom mentioned Hillary Clinton.

Yep, here’s your correspondent “on location” in Dublin last week with the most recent Mystery Photo.

Big talk in Dublin was of a bus drivers’ strike the week before, and one held Friday to Saturday as we were leaving. Buses, often double-deckers, haul 400,000 people a day in Dublin. The strike caused disruption, with taxis providing some relief. At least it was quieter with buses not running.  The core of Dublin is relatively small, so a smart way to get around (especially with three in a group) is by taxi. They are efficient and plentiful.

Though cable TV is around, our apartment had only the nine over-the-air channels. Often American programming is on, and during the day, the Irish have their own version of silly game shows. They also have two channels aimed at children the whole day through.

Most Americans may not realize what beautiful, wide-beach coastal towns are on the Irish Sea near Dublin. Many of them are accessible through public transportation. If you ever are in Dublin, drive north or south along the seaside to experience these towns, 10 to 15 miles from the center city.

The famous Trinity University is located right in the center of the downtown area, south of the River Liffey and bordering pedestrian-only Grafton Street. Dublin has more than 60,000 students within its borders, and you see these students everywhere.

Irish newspapers devote nearly 100 percent to local sports. The only exception is golf, which follows world players, especially on the American circuit.

The whole of Ireland was caught up in Gaelic football, with a “super bowl” match between Dublin and Mayo while we were there. We watched on television. It’s somewhat like soccer, and also like rugby, using a ball similar to a volleyball. It took a while to figure out scoring (three points for moving the ball past the goal, one point for kicking from anywhere on the field above the goal posts.)  Some 83,000 watched in person, and perhaps 75 percent of the nation saw it on TV.  With all the hoopla before the game, the teams tied 15-15, and will play again next Sunday. While Dublin was said to have played poorly, Mayo played “above their game” — all this from players who are strictly amateurs. But with all the hype of this match, someone’s making big money out of it.

Perhaps the best part of  being in Ireland is that the language is English.  Though with some accents, it’s often difficult to follow. The Irish are genuine and friendly. It’s great to live a week in such a distinctive place.

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From left are John Evans, Taylor Gagnon, Becky Evans, Steve Harvey and Karen and Tom Williams.

Williams family of Snellville to Be on Family Feud on Sept. 27

The sign outside Bill Rhodes Bakery reads, “A Family Tradition,” so it’s only fitting the owners of the Scenic Highway shop will appear on “Family Feud” this week. The Williams Family will appear on the popular game show at 7 p.m. September 27 on the CW network.

The journey to television screens started more than a year ago when Karen Williams shot an email to the producers of the show who were looking for families to be on the program. Two weeks later the Williams Family – Becky Evans, Karen and Tom Williams, Taylor Gagnon and John Evans – were at the Atlanta Civic Center auditioning for the show.

But the family had a secret weapon. John Evans created a Lego replica of the family on the set complete with a mini Steve Harvey, the host of the show. It was a prop that helped the family stand out.

Apparently it worked. Months went by and Williams received an email with a list of dates the family could pick to have another audition to be on the show. She picked April 20. Then a clothes shopping marathon began and the Williams Family started “Family Feud Nights” during which they would practice answering questions and play the Family Feud board game. Two nights before they were to head to the studio, they had a dress rehearsal.

The Williams Family arrived back at the Atlanta Civic Center again at 8 a.m. and took part in mock games with music and lights on the famous set. Then they waited to see if their name to be called. Each game takes two hours to film. After nine-and-a-half hours, the Williams Family was called.

So how did they do? You’ll have tune in to find out because they’re not allowed to say. “All I’ll say is it’s hard when you get up on stage,” Williams said. “It’s not like sitting in your recliner at home.”

“It did bring our family together,” said Becky Evans. “We got together to practice twice a week, when we’d otherwise be busy.”

• For more information on the bakery visit billrhodesbakery.com.

Lilburn Daze Arts and Crafts Festival coming up on Oct. 8

The Lilburn Daze Arts and Crafts Festival is right around the corner.  This year’s event will be held on October 8 from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. at The Lilburn City Park.  A Lilburn tradition for over 40 years, Lilburn Daze features more than 150 arts and crafts vendors, a variety of food vendors and a kid zone featuring free art activities, a train ride, pony rides and lots of other fun for the children.

Come enjoy the vendors, food trucks, many new crafters and an expanded children’s area.  Come to find your favorite jewelry, pottery, baskets, wire sculpture, bottle art, wood Adirondack chairs and much more!!  Stop by the Boy Scouts booth for kettle corn!  Lilburn Daze is hosted by the Lilburn Woman’s Club and co-sponsored by the City of Lilburn.  Visit www.lilburndaze.org for more information.

Deal to give environmental address here on Tuesday

Gov. Nathan Deal

Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful prepares to host its third Environmental Address with Governor Nathan Deal at the Infinite Energy Forum on September 27. This event will mark the 10th Governor’s Environmental Address in Gwinnett.  The first Address was given in 2000, featuring Governor Roy Barnes. Former Governor Sonny Perdue has shared his views on the environment at a number of Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful Addresses, as well. At this year’s Environmental Address, Governor Deal is expected to speak about the importance of being good stewards of the environment, as well as the effect those efforts can have on the state’s economy.

The 10th Governor’s Environmental Address will take place in the Grand Ballroom of the Infinite Energy Forum from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will include a seated lunch.

Lilburn library closing Oct. 3; Opens Oct. 18 at City Hall

A schedule has been announced for the opening/closing of the library in Lilburn. Gwinnett County Public Library’s Lilburn Branch, located at 788 Hillcrest Road, will close on Monday, October 3 to move into the new Lilburn City Hall and Library building on Main Street in Lilburn.

The Lilburn Branch’s materials collection, computers, self-checkout machines, and staff offices will be moved over a two week period. The branch will reopen at the new location on October 18.

Book drops will be closed. Patrons should return borrowed items to another GCPL location or hold them until the branch reopens. Fines for items due during the closed period will be waived. Contact the Library Help Line with any questions or concerns at 770-978-5154.

Gwinnett cities helping to restock supplies at food co-ops

Cities in Gwinnett are banding together to help restore the shelves of the food co-ops in Gwinnett. The cities began collecting food in August and will continue through mid-October. The member cities of the Gwinnett Municipal Association (GwMA) have a long history of helping their local co-ops, and the latest program is a cooperative effort with the Gwinnett Coalition for Health and Human Services, through its “Great Days of Service” (GDOS) initiative.

Participants in the GwMA/GDOS Food Drive include the cities of Berkeley Lake, Duluth, Grayson, Lawrenceville, Loganville, Norcross, Peachtree Corners, Snellville, Sugar Hill and Suwanee. In addition to local volunteers, city council members Keith Roche of Lawrenceville, Rey Martinez of Loganville, Dave Emanuel of Snellville, Marc Cohen of Sugar Hill and Linnea Miller of Suwanee are serving as coordinators for their respective cities.

• For information about contributing or volunteering to help, contact local city officials.

GGC presents honors to students, faculty and staff

Students, faculty and staff were recognized at Georgia Gwinnett College’s fall convocation ceremony, held recently. This ceremonial tradition recognizes and celebrates academic achievement and the contributions of those demonstrating excellence in the four pillars of the GGC culture – scholarship, leadership, service and creativity.

The ceremony included the recognition of faculty promotions and the presentation of several awards. Following is a list of student and recent graduate award recipients and their majors and hometowns.

• Outstanding Student – Scholarship:
  • School of Business: Jarred Lundy,’16,business, Stone Mountain;
  • School of Education: Brianna C. Jackson, early childhood education, Buford;
  • School of Health Sciences: Caroline Nappo,nursing, Lawrenceville;
  • School of Liberal Arts: Simone Seerattan,English, Dacula;
  • School of Science & Technology: Victoria Burgess, ’16, biology, Snellville;
  • School of Transitional Studies: Katia Del Risco,chemistry, Lawrenceville;
• Outstanding Student – Leadership: Angelique Noble,nursing, Lawrenceville;
• Outstanding Student – Service: Chase Goodwin,’16, political science, Lacy, Washington;
• Outstanding Student Employee: Maria Rahim,business, Buford; and
• Outstanding First-Year Student: Sophia Cardot, biology, Lawrenceville.

The Outstanding Staff Award was presented to Sergeant Rebecca Lawler of GGC’s Office of Public Safety.

The following individuals received Faculty Awards:

• Outstanding Teaching: Dr. Robert Lutz, assistant professor of information technology;
• Outstanding Service: Dr. Catherine Kilroe-Smith, assistant professor of music;
• Outstanding Student Engagement: Dr. Kris Nagel, associate professor of information technology; and
• Outstanding Scholarship and Creative Activities: Dr. Mike Stoltzfus, professor of English;

Norcross hires Moder as director of economic development

The City of Norcross has hired Chris Moder as the director of economic development. He will focus on attracting new businesses and assisting existing businesses expand in an effort to create jobs, generate capital investment and grow and diversify the existing tax base.

Moder

City Manager Rudolph Smith says: “Chris brings a wealth of knowledge to the position both in the community and in the economic development field that will greatly benefit the city’s efforts to help create jobs and assist in business growth.”

Moder will be drawing on nearly 30 years of experience in community and economic development in both the public and private sectors.  This included 10 years with the University of Georgia and the Board of Regents in economic development as well as corporate and foundation relations  and at the Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce, where he focused on business recruitment and expansion.

Moder has a master’s degree in urban and regional planning from Virginia Tech and a bachelor’s degree in landscape architecture from the University of Georgia.  Chris is also a graduate of the Gwinnett Neighborhood Leadership Institute (GNLI) and has completed training in general/civil mediation.

He and his wife, Stephanie, live in Peachtree Corners. They have one daughter. Moder serves as a deacon at Perimeter Church.

Jackson EMC Foundation awards $41,000 to help local agencies

The Jackson EMC Foundation board of directors awarded a total $105,500 in grants during their August meeting, including $41,000 to organizations serving Gwinnett County.

From left are Jackson EMC District Manager Randy Dellinger, Salvation Army Lt. Jeremy Mockabee, Salvation Army Lt. Minkee Kim and Jackson EMC Foundation board member Jim Puckett with a $15,000 Foundation grant check that will help fund the Family Emergency Services program that provides rent and mortgage assistance to prevent homelessness.

$15,000 to Challenged Child & Friends, a Gainesville non-profit organization providing educational, therapeutic, nursing and family support services to children with disabilities in all counties served by Jackson EMC.

$15,000 to the Salvation Army – Lawrenceville for the Family Emergency Services program, which prevents homelessness and stabilizes families by providing rent or mortgage financial.

$6,000 to the Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta to offer The Girl Scout Leadership Experience, a program which impacts 15 developmental outcomes to help girls discover their own strengths, connect with others in healthy relationships and become more resourceful problem solvers, to 203 Gwinnett County girls.

$5,000 to Penfield Christian Homes, a Georgia non-profit Christian ministry that provides substance abuse treatment for women and men in all counties served by Jackson EMC.

Double Eagle Restaurant

Recommended by Cindy Evans, Duluth: My husband and I have eaten at the new Double Eagle restaurant at 5005 Peachtree Parkway in Peachtree Corners. We chose to eat out on the patio, which was nice. The wait staff was friendly. I had the grilled pork burger, which tasted great, with two sides, one being tasty okra. My husband had the Argentine burger with provolone and chimichurri on it.  Our server had lots of suggestions for other items to try when we come back! The restaurant is adjacent to Ten Bistro.

• An invitation: what books, restaurants, movies or web sites have you enjoyed recently? Send us your recent selection, along with a short paragraph (100 words) as to why you liked this, plus what you plan to visit or read next. –eeb

McIntosh was controversial chief of Lower Creek Indians

William McIntosh was a controversial chief of the Lower Creeks in early-19th-century Georgia. His general support of the United States and its efforts to obtain cessions of Creek territory alienated him from many Creeks who opposed white encroachment on Indian land. He supported General Andrew Jackson in the Creek War of 1813-14, also known as the Red Stick War, which was part of the larger War of 1812 (1812-15), and in the First Seminole War (1817-18). His participation in the drafting and signing of the Treaty of Indian Springs of 1825 led to his execution by a contingent of Upper Creeks led by Chief Menawa.

McIntosh

William McIntosh Jr., also known as Tustunnuggee Hutkee (“White Warrior”), was born around 1778 in the Lower Creek town of Coweta to Captain William McIntosh, a Scotsman of Savannah, and Senoya, a Creek woman of the Wind Clan. He was raised among the Creeks, but he spent enough time in Savannah to become fluent in English and to move comfortably within both Indian and white societies.

McIntosh was related by blood or marriage to several prominent Georgians. Governor George Troup was a first cousin, and Governor David B. Mitchell was the father-in-law of one of McIntosh’s daughters. McIntosh married three women: Susannah Coe, a Creek; Peggy, a Cherokee; and Eliza Grierson, of mixed Creek and American heritage. Several of his children married into prominent Georgia families. These marriages helped to solidify McIntosh’s political alliances and his loyalty to the United States.

McIntosh was among those who supported the plans of U.S. Indian agent Benjamin Hawkins to “civilize” the Creeks. Slaveowning, livestock herding, cotton cultivation, and personal ownership of property were examples of changes to traditional Creek ways of life that McIntosh promoted. He himself owned two plantations with slaves, Lockchau Talofau (“Acorn Bluff”) in present-day Carroll County, and Indian Springs, in present-day Butts County. Both are maintained today as historic sites. While McIntosh’s support of white civilization efforts earned him the respect of U.S. officials, more traditional Creeks regarded him with distrust.

(To be continued)

• To view the Georgia Encyclopedia online, go to http://www.georgiaencyclopedia.org

Stories abound about last edition’s Mystery Photo

This edition’s Mystery Photo, right, was so beautiful that we inserted it at the top of today’s GwinnettForum. Have you ever seen this photo before. If so, tell  us where it is located and send  your thoughts to elliott@brack.net and be sure to include your hometown.

The mystery photo from the last edition came a long time ago from Susan McBrayer of Sugar Hill. We inserted it knowing we were headed for Ireland.

Sandy and Rick Krause of Lilburn easily recognized the mystery. “It’s the statue of Molly Malone in Dublin, Ireland. The statue was in the process of being re-located within Dublin when we visited there a couple years ago.”

Eileene Morgan of Lawrenceville responded this way: “This is Molly Malone in Dublin, Ireland.  We saw her as we were shopping in the Grafton Street area of Dublin, when we attended the Ga. Tech-Boston College game recently.”

Dianne Williams of Snellville writes: “The Molly Malone statue in Grafton Street was unveiled by then Lord Mayor of Dublin, Alderman Ben Briscoe during the 1988 Dublin Millennium celebrations, declaring 13 June as Molly Malone Day. The statue was presented to the city by Jury’s Hotel Group to mark the Millennium. Since 18 July 2014, it has been relocated to Suffolk Street, in front of the Tourist Information Office, in order to make way for Luas track-laying work to be completed at the former location. Because of the increase in touristy foot traffic, and the penchant for being ‘handsy,’ the statue’s cleavage has been groped repeatedly so that its bronze hue has begun to wear off on the bosom.”

George Graf of Palmyra, Va. says: “Molly Malone is a popular song, set in Dublin, which has become the unofficial anthem of Dublin City.  The song tells the fictional tale of a fishmonger who plied her trade on the streets of Dublin, but who died young, of a fever.  The year 1988, when Dublin is celebrating its millennium, was a great year for Molly fans. Mysteriously, city fathers decided it would be a good idea to erect a statue of Ms. Malone, although the small graveyard where she was said to be buried was in the process of being bulldozed to make way for a new building. (leaving bones strewn on the street at one point). In the months leading up to the unveiling of the statue, its supporters apparently worked overtime to tidy up the legend around Molly, decided that she lived in the17th century, even though numerous depictions of her on old song sheets show her in 19th century dress.”

Others spotting the identity included  Lou Camerio, Lilburn; Harriett Nicholls, Trickum; Meg Sweigart, Duluth; and Sue Nelson, Lawrenceville.

Georgia Gwinnett names first building for college’s first president

Georgia Gwinnett College students, faculty, staff and members of the Gwinnett community gathered today to celebrate another first for the young college – the naming of one of its buildings. It is the first campus building to be named.

The library at Georgia Gwinnett College now bears the name of the charter president of the college, Dr. Daniel J. Kaufman. Earlier this year, the University System of Georgia Board of Regents approved the naming of Georgia Gwinnett College’s library in honor of Kaufman’s outstanding and distinguished service. It is officially known as the Daniel J. Kaufman Library and Learning Center. It is the first campus building to be named.

Kaufman said of the naming: “What an honor. I cannot tell you what this means to me and my family. I have received numerous awards in my professional life, but there is nothing I will treasure more.”

(NEW) Candidate Forum Thursday, September 29, at 6:30 p.m. at the New Jerusalem Baptist Church, 422 East Crogan Street in Lawrenceville, for Gwinnett candidates for the county commission and Georgia House races. Sponsored by the church’s Political Action Ministry, the United Ebony Society, Delta Sigma Theta sorority and Raising Empowered Voices Uplifting People. Snellville Mayor Kelly Kautz will moderate the forum.

Safety and Security – Postal Procedures for Mail Handling is the topic of a meeting on September 29 from 10 a.m. until noon. A US Postal Inspection Service Dangerous Mail Specialist will conduct training on the: prevention, recognition, mitigation, and initial investigation of mailed threats, explosives, and hazardous materials. For sworn and civilian personnel who handle incoming mail and investigate mail threats. The meeting will be at the Duluth Public Safety building, 3276 Buford Highway.  For more information, contact dwoodruff@duluthpd.com.

(NEW) Inaugural 5K Paint Georgia Pink Walk will be Saturday, October 1 at 8 a.m. at the Gwinnett Braves Coolray Field. Sponsored by Gwinnett Medical Center, the walk will benefit the Gwinnett Medical Center Foundation.  Funds from this event will be specifically designated for use by GMC’s breast cancer patients.

(NEW) 38th Annual Elisha Winn Fair will be from October 1-2 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. at the Elisha Winn House at 908 Dacula Road. Sponsored by the Gwinnett Historical Society, the event has exhibits, tours of the House and the 1820 log jail, Music, quilt show, raffle and more. Visit an 1885 one-room school, see re-enactors and crafters. Admission is $3 for adults, with children admitted at no cost.

Author Karin Slaughter will be at the Norcross Cultural Center for a program and book signing on Tuesday, October 4, at 7 p.m., hosted by the Gwinnett County Public Library. This program is free, and books will be available for purchase and signing courtesy of Barnes & Noble.  Guests who purchase books at the event will get signing line preferential treatment. Her latest Will Trent novel is The Kept Woman. For more information, visit www.gwinnettpl.org or call 770-978-5154.

(NEW) Open House at the Georgia Campus – Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine will be Friday, October 7 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Faculty members and students will be on hand to discuss the programs offered at the Suwanee campus including Osteopathic Medicine (DO), Pharmacy (PharmD), Biomedical Sciences (MS), and Physician Assistant Studies (MS). The Open House will include a tour of the campus. In addition, information about the curriculum, the application procedure and the financial aid process will be available.  Those interested in attending the open house are encouraged to register here or call the Admissions Department at 678-225-7500.

Fall Challenge at the Tannery Row Artist Colony in Buford is continuing through October 10. This art exhibit is at the historic Tannery building at 554 Main Street in Buford, the home of 16 artist studios. Donna Biggee of Snellville has created a 30×30 inch painting, as a feature of the exhibition. The art center is open Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 5 p.m.

(NEW) Auction at Southern Wings Bird Club meeting, October 10 at 7 p.m. at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center in Lawrenceville. Bring new gently used items for the auction, with proceeds benefitting the club. More info: southernwingsbc@yahoo.com.

(NEW) Annual Car Show at St. Matthew’s Episcopal on October 15, 2016, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., rain or shine. This is a judged show for cars, trucks and motorcycles.  Besides vehicles, there is fun, food and prizes for he whole family. Location: 1620 Oak Road, Snellville.

(NEW) 8th Annual Frontier Faire at Fort Daniel in Hog Mountain, Saturday, October 15 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Admission is $2 a person or $5 a family. Co-sponsored by the Fort Daniel Foundation and the Gwinnett Archaeological Research Society, the faire is located on the site of a frontier fort dating back to early 1800s. For more information, visit thefortdanielfoundation.org.

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