Hey neighbor!
New week, new adventures. Here's what's worth putting on your calendar — plus a few county updates you might've missed.
📅 EVENTS TO HIT THIS WEEK
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Glow Light Show Still going strong through Dec. 29 at Coolray Field. One ticket per car, over a million lights, and zero judgment if you play Christmas music on repeat the whole way through. 📍 2500 Buford Dr, Lawrenceville 🎟️ glowlightshow.com
Christmas Canteen at Aurora Theatre Aurora's beloved holiday show is back for its 29th year. Music, comedy, dancing, and all the holiday feels. Running through Dec. 22. 📍 128 E Pike St, Lawrenceville 🎟️ auroratheatre.com
Suwanee Winter Farmers Market Fresh produce, baked goods, local vendors — and that sweet Saturday morning energy. The market's moved to the new Town Center on Main. 📍 421 Main St, Suwanee ⏰ Saturday, 9–11am
Chanukah Menorah Lighting Family-friendly celebration with the Chabad Enrichment Center of Gwinnett. Activities, entertainment, and it's totally free. 📍 The Plaza, Peachtree Corners ⏰ Sunday, Dec. 29, 4–5pm
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📰 A FEW THINGS WORTH KNOWING
New Tax Commissioner: Denise R. Mitchell was officially sworn in after receiving over 240,000 votes in November. Welcome to the job!
Schools Making Moves: 20 Gwinnett County schools were named 2024-25 Literacy Leaders by the Georgia Department of Education. Shoutout to our teachers and kids doing the work.
Budget Season: Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson proposed a $2.6 billion budget for 2026. If you've got opinions (and who doesn't?), you can share feedback on the county website.
That's your Gwinnett roundup for the week. Now get out there and do something fun.
See you soon, Gus R. Founder and Curator for Gwinnett Best
P.S. — Got an event I should know about? Hit reply. I love a good tip from a neighbor.