The Gwinnett Historical Society will have its next general membership meeting on Monday, July 15 at Rhodes Jordan Park Community Center in Lawrenceville. Stewart Ewing, a local historian and amateur genealogist with deep roots in Gwinnett, will be the featured speaker. His presentation will focus on road development during colonial times and is more specifically entitled “The Road to Georgia – Colonial Road Development into the Southeast and the Great Migration.” His father, Thomas Ewing, was a longtime GHS member who was a very active volunteer for many years.
Stewart Ewing has been an avid genealogical researcher for more than 30 years, with a life-long passion for American and European history. In addition, he is an author who has contributed multiple works for the Ewing Family of America and Clan Ewing of Scotland periodicals. This summer he will be publishing his first full work entitled “The Ewings of Gwinnett – Cowal – Stirling – Ulster – Maryland – Georgia.” The scope of his genealogical work of more than 30 years and his contact information can be found at www.ewingsofgwinnett.org.
Mr. Ewing earned his MBA, BS in Computer Science and a minor in History from Kennesaw State University He is a Senior Technical Accounts Manager at IBM.
Come at 6:30 p.m. and bring a snack. Business begins at 7 p.m. and the program at 7:30 p.m.
Free adoptions at Animal Center through July 20
The Bill Atkinson (Gwinnett County) Animal Welfare Center is seeking adopters to give shelter pets a home as the center launches its 12 Strays of Christmas in July adoption campaign. The Center is located at 884 Winder Highway in Lawrenceville.
With the center reaching critical capacity, Gwinnett Animal Welfare and Enforcement is offering free adoptions — and a holiday pet care package while supplies last — until Saturday, July 20. All pet adoptions include vaccinations, microchips and spaying/neutering.
Animal Welfare and Enforcement Division Director Katrina Amaro says: “With the care packages and waived adoption fees, we want to generate some holiday magic to help these pets find loving homes or temporary foster placements until they find their forever families.”
- For those interested in temporarily fostering pets, Gwinnett County provides food, preventive vet care and basic supplies like leashes at no cost. For more information about adopting and fostering, visit GwinnettAnimalWelfare.com.
Because One Matters plans its second Splash and Dash
Because One Matters of Lawrenceville, a nonprofit organization that supports children impacted by foster care, will have its second annual Splash and Dash 5k and Family Fun Day on July 27 ending at Coolray Stadium.
The Dash and Family Fun Day aims to raise awareness and funds to empower children impacted by foster care in our community. This event will unite individuals, families, and community members for a fitness and fun day.
Participants of all ages and fitness levels are invited to join us for a refreshing 5k run/walk/jog/stroll, starting and finishing at Coolray Stadium.
Alec McMiller, the board chair, says: “Whether you’re an avid runner or simply looking for a fun-filled day with your loved ones, come join us.”
After the race, participants can enjoy a variety of activities, including a bounce house, face painting, live entertainment, the Lettum’ Eat food truck, and other vendors.
Proceeds will go directly towards Because One Matters’ programs and initiatives, which provide educational opportunities, mentorship, and essential resources to children impacted by foster care and low-income families.
Registration for the Splash and Dash 5k and Family Fun Day is now open. Visit the race page to sign up and secure your spot.
Snellville tax office to have short-term closing
The Gwinnett County Tax Commissioner’s Snellville Tag Office, located at 2845 Lenora Church Road, will be closed Wednesday, July 24 until Monday, July 29 for repairs to a water main break.
Customers can access all DMV services at the GCTC’s other tag locations: Lawrenceville, North Gwinnett, Norcross and Peachtree Corners. The tag offices are open from 8:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Operating hours extend to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays. Customers can find locations for the tag offices and conduct a range of DMV services at www.gwinnetttaxcommissioner.com. Online services include tag renewal, change of address and canceling a registration.
- If further assistance is needed, customers can call the GCTC’s DMV customer service line at 770-822-8818, or they can email tag@gwinnettcounty.com.
Kids can earn discounts in summer reading program
A summer reading program that is easy and fun for kids to participate in and gives them the opportunity to earn a free ticket to Monster Jam or Disney On Ice, with the purchase of one adult ticket.
Monster Jam and Disney On Ice are partnering with Atlanta area public libraries including all 15 branches of Gwinnett County Public Library.
Children are encouraged to visit their nearest participating library to pick up a Reward Club Card that includes program specifics. Once five or more books have been read, the child and their parent/guardian can take the Reward Club Card to Gas South Arena’s box office for Monster Jam and redeem for the following event: Saturday, September 1 at 7 p.m. For Disney On Ice, parents/guardians can take the Reward Club Card to Gas South Arena box office and redeem for the following performances: Thursday, September 26 at 7:30 p.m., either of the two Friday, September 27 performances (11: a.m. or 7:30 p.m.) or Saturday, September 28 at 7 p.m. performance only. The voucher can be redeemed June 1 through September 1 for Monster Jam and June 19 through Sept. 28 for Disney On Ice.
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