“Triple Reflections” by Vipul Singh
The Peachtree Corners Photography Club is hosting its first Juried Print Exhibition. The theme of the exhibition is “Light Is Hope,” and it is displayed at the Peachtree Corners Library at 5570 Spalding Drive. The exhibition consists of 100 photographs.
The club wanted to find a way to use the power of photography to shine a light on images that convey a sense of hope and optimism after the long pandemic and all the strife in the world today.
According to Tracey Rice, president of the Club: “After brainstorming a lot of ideas, the theme ‘Light Is Hope’ was suggested. It was perfect! After all, the word ‘photo’ comes from the Greek word for ‘light,” and you can’t make a photo without light. And where there is light, there is hope. We let the artists who submitted their images decide for themselves how to interpret the theme. And even though all the images in the Exhibition are unique works of art created by 30 different local artists, the theme is readily apparent in the collection.”
On Saturday, February 25, there will be an Artists’ Talk which is free and open to the public from 10:30 a.m. until noon at the Library. The event will begin with an introduction of each of the artists, and then the audience will have the opportunity to roam through the Exhibition and talk one-on-one with the artists whose work is displayed. The Exhibition will be on display at the library through March.
Public transit offers several times for idea labs
Gwinnett County continues to reimagine the future of public transit with a series of Ride Gwinnett Idea Labs. The idea labs are a think-tank and opportunity for the public to work with the county on its Transit Development Plan.
Launched in the spring of 2022, Gwinnett’s Transit Development Plan is evaluating both present and future transit needs and services provided by regional partners, including the Atlanta-Region Transit Link Authority and Xpress.
Transit riders, residents and stakeholders are encouraged to join in on several upcoming idea labs at:
- Monday, Feb. 13, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Grayson Senior Center, located at 485 Grayson Parkway.
- Wednesday, Feb. 22, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Buford Senior Center, located at 2755 Sawnee Avenue.
- Monday, Feb. 27, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Lilburn Activity Building, located at 788 Hillcrest Road.
- Tuesday, Feb. 28, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Norcross Cultural Arts and Community Center, located at 10 College St.
- Saturday, March 4, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, located at 75 Langley Drive in Lawrenceville.
Stripers plan pre-season party at Coolray on Feb. 26
In preparation for the 2023 season, the Gwinnett Stripers are hosting a Preseason Party at Coolray Field on Sunday, February 26 from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Parking is available for free. Fans will enter the ballpark through the Main Gate. No outside food or drink is allowed.
Free admission to the rain-or-shine event includes:
- Complimentary Hot Dogs and Soda: Enjoy these ballpark staples, or you can purchase additional food and drinks (beer included) at one of Coolray Field’s concession stands.
- Self-Guided Tours of Coolray Field: Go behind-the-scenes at the home of the Stripers, including player areas like the clubhouse and dugout.
- On-Field Batting Practice (weather permitting): For a $10 donation to Children’s Miracle Network, you’ll get 10 swings at home plate. Hit one of the targets on the fly and win a prize, including a free Luxury Suite for a 2023 home game!
- Activities for Kids: Face painting, inflatable games, and more!
- Apply to Join our Gameday Staff: If you missed the Job Fair on January 28, you can still submit your application for seasonal positions like Guest Services, Ticket Sellers, Hype Squad, Grounds Crew, and more.
Gwinnett Stripers’ Opening Night at Coolray Field is set for Friday, March 31 vs. Jacksonville. Single-game tickets for Opening Weekend (March 31-April 2) are on sale now at GoStripers.com/tickets.
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