The Gwinnett Stripers are again launching a virtual search for National Anthem performers.
All interested singers, vocal groups (five singers or less), and musicians can send a digital submission (video or audio) of their acapella or unaccompanied performance of the National Anthem to info@gostripers.com by January 31.
Candidates will be judged on tone, pace (90 seconds or less), and clarity. Beginning in February, top candidates will be invited to participate in virtual auditions. No in-person auditions will be held. Those who have been chosen from the virtual auditions will be contacted to schedule a date to sing the National Anthem during the 2023 season.
Gwinnett Stripers’ Opening Night at Coolray Field is set for Friday, March 31 vs. Jacksonville. Memberships for 2023 are on sale now by calling the Coolray Field Ticket Office at 678-277-0340. For more information, visit GoStripers.com/memberships.
Gwinnett library board elected Wu as its new chairman
The Gwinnett County Public Library marked another milestone in its nearly 100-year history when its Board of Trustees elected longtime board member Jonathan “JT” Wu as the chairman of the library system. Wu is the vice president of Corporate Development for Meadowlark Title, and the founder of the national childhood literacy nonprofit, Preface. Wu, who lives in Norcross, is also the first Asian American to hold the position. He is a graduate of Princeton University.
The board names Adriana Andrade of Peachtree Corners as vice chair.
Town of Braselton to launch Braselton Bee-Team Jan. 24
The Braselton Community Development Office announces the launch of its new volunteer workforce program – the Braselton Bee-Team.
The B- Team (for short) will be comprised of community members who share a desire to help promote and support events, projects and promotions. B-Team members will serve as ambassadors during large events as well as working behind the scenes directly with staff and other community leaders and organizers.
Those who want to connect and help make a difference in the community are invited to the Braselton Civic Center on Tuesday, January 24, at 6:30 p.m. attend this informational meeting. They will learn how to plug in talents and skills and share their love for Braselton! B-Team members should be at least 14 years old.
Edgar wins SW Chamber Character Award
The Southwest Gwinnett Chamber has presented its Character Award to Wesleyan School’s Alexander Edgar. The award was created to recognize outstanding students whose attitudes and actions embody the organization’s mission, passion, and commitment to excellence and community action. High School Principal Joseph Koch says: “Alexandra is a leader because of her kindness to others, ability to follow through with commitments, and setting positive examples.” She has focused her education on attending the Naval Academy or a college where she can participate in Navy ROTC with her goal to join the Navy following graduation. From left are Joseph Koch; Jennifer Edgar; Alexandra Edgar; James Edgar; and William Corbin, City of Norcross Economic Development Director.
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