Ready Set Gwinnett

11/06/2026

Gwinnett Weekend Adventures: Things to do around Gwinnett County, GA
See Event Calendar: ReadySetGwinnett .com

11/05/2026

Did you see that the new park is about to open? 🌳 Discovery Park is Gwinnett County’s 53rd park!


What’s there:
⚽ Two 3-on-3 soccer fields
🏀 Outdoor basketball courts
🌿 Multipurpose field with lighted walking track
🛝 Accessible playground with shade sails
⛱️ Picnic pavilions and restrooms
🥾 1.2 miles of multiuse trail

Spanning 45 acres, the park offers recreational features for parkgoers of all ages and abilities, including an inclusive playground, sports fields, a splash pad, a lighted multiuse trail, and more.


We'll get to check it out at the Discovery Park Grand Opening!

🎉 Saturday, November 21, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
🏀 games, crafts, and vendors
☔ Rain or shine


📍 990 Monfort Road, Lawrenceville

⚠️ The park is not open until November 21. ⚠️

Image credit: GwinnettCounty - see link in comments

11/05/2026

🍂 3 reasons to be in Lilburn on Saturday 🍂
🗓️ Saturday, November 7
1️⃣ 🏡 Neighborhood Yard Sale
8AM to 12PM in Haralson Hills and Hampton Rhoades. Start your morning here.
2️⃣ 🎶 Parkview Day
10AM to 3PM at Parkview High School, 998 Cole Dr. Free to attend, with live music, food, local vendors, games and giveaways.
3️⃣ 🧸 Parkview MCJROTC Toy Drive
10AM to 3PM during Parkview Day. Donate Toys! New, unopened toys needed for every age group.
🔗 Details in the comments
Parkview High School Parkview PTSA Parkview MCJROTC

11/05/2026

(Monday): 🐌 Lawrenceville Science Tavern is back!
Co-hosts Candace Timpte and Tirza Leader are relaunching the Lawrenceville Science Tavern. Their mission is to bring science and scientists directly to the community through monthly talks and informal Q&A sessions.
The group meets at McCray’s Tavern in Downtown Lawrenceville on the second Monday of each month. Guests are encouraged to arrive at 6 p.m. for dinner, and the science talk begins at 7 p.m.
🍂 This month, Dr. Chris Brown, GGC Professor of Biology, will present on the critters found in our fall leaf litter.
🦎 The event is family friendly. Children ages 10 and up often enjoy the talks and have asked great questions in past years.

📅 Monday, November 9: arrive at 6 p.m. for dinner, science talk begins at 7 p.m.
📍 McCray’s Tavern, Downtown Lawrenceville, GA
🎤 Speaker: Dr. Chris Brown
🪲 Topic: Life Beneath Our Feet: Exploring the Hidden Biodiversity of Fallen Leaves
✉️ For questions, email sciencetavern .com

11/05/2026

: Friday Outing Idea: 🧁 Grab some treats & visit Fort Yargo State Park tomorrow!


Start the morning in Winder at the AFC Amazing Friends Club for the “Desserts for a Cause” bake sale fundraiser on Friday, Nov. 6. Enjoy a sweet treat, hot cocoa, and good company.

🕒 9:30am to 12:30pm
📍 70 Church St, Suite 100, Winder


On the menu:
🧁 Cake cups
🍪 NY style cookies
🍫 Brownie bites
🥐 Cinnamon rolls
🍰 Ooey gooey cake
🍪 Sammies
☕ Hot cocoa
✨ & more!


Treats are from Sweet Abilities Bakeshop , with special guest Izzy from Three Dogs and a Girl Bakery & Coffee Shop sharing their goodies. 🐕

Local businesses, one mission: making an impact in the community while supporting and advocating for the special abilities community. 💛

All are welcome, so bring friends, co-workers, and neighbors!


Then take your treats to Fort Yargo State Park, just under 3 miles away! 🌲 Walk a trail, read a book on the beach, or relax at a picnic shelter.

📍 Fort Yargo State Park: 2019 Fort Yargo Ave, Winder (770-867-3489)
🚗 About 20 miles / 25 to 30 minutes from Downtown Lawrenceville
💵 $10 parking fee per vehicle (no entry fee)
🕒 Park 7am to 10pm | Office 8am to 5pm | Beach 9am to sunset

11/04/2026

🦃 Mark Your Calendars, Peanuts Fans! 🦃
Here is where/when to watch A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving for Free!
📅 When: November 14 & 15
📺 Where: Apple TV
💰 Cost: Free! No Apple TV subscription required.
➡️ How to Watch:
Open the Apple TV app on your phone, tablet, smart TV, or streaming device, or visit tv. apple. com on your computer. Search for A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving and press play!
🍽️ Make It a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving Night!
Gather the family, cozy up on the couch, and enjoy popcorn, pretzels, jelly beans, buttered toast, and ice cream just like the unforgettable Thanksgiving feast Snoopy serves in the special. It's a fun and easy way to bring a little Peanuts magic to your holiday season! 🦃✨
➡️ Good to Know:
Apple TV+ subscribers can stream A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving anytime throughout the year.
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11/04/2026

✨ Holiday Menu starts on Saturday: Kick off your holiday spirit! ☕🎄
Invite a friend, neighbor, or family member to meet you at Buford's Brightside Cafe and enjoy a cozy drink and little catch-up time together.

📍 Brightside Cafe
554 W. Main Street, Building G
Buford, GA

IT’S TIME… 🎄❤️💚🎅

The Brightside Holiday Menu is COMING this Sat. NOV. 7! Stay Tuned for BIG NEWS for a SPECIAL CUP DAY… 🎄☕️ is about to go CRAZY!!!!

11/04/2026

(Sunday): Low-cost pet vaccine clinic in Lawrenceville All proceeds benefit Society of Humane Friends of Georgia rescues.

We are hosting a low-cost pet vaccine clinic on Sunday, November 15 from 2-4 PM at the Tabernacle International Church in Lawrenceville. We will also offer microchipping for dogs and cats. All dogs and cats at least six weeks of age are welcome; Gwinnett county residency is not required. Payment must be made in cash. PLEASE NOTE — if your pet cannot maintain decorum in line around other people and pets and be easily handled by our veterinary staff, we will unfortunately be unable to serve you.

This is an indoor event so don’t let the threat of rain prevent you from coming.

All proceeds benefit our SOHF rescues. Please help us spread the word by sharing this post or tagging a friend in the comments below.

11/04/2026

(Sunday): FREE! Try Lacrosse! This is the perfect chance to give it a go with zero pressure and a loaner stick in hand. Open to boys and girls in grades K-8
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🥍 Try Something New - FREE Lacrosse Clinic for Gwinnett Kids
Gwinnett Lacrosse League and Dacula Lacrosse are hosting a free USA Lacrosse Pick Up and Play clinic for first-time players during National Celebrate Lacrosse Week. It’s a great chance to try something new!

📅 Sunday, November 8, 2026
⏰ 1:00 to 3:00pm
📍 Dacula Park, 205 Dacula Rd, Dacula, GA 30019
🎒 Open to boys and girls in grades K-8

🥍 No cost to participate
🥍 Loaner lacrosse sticks will be available
🥍 Already have a stick? Feel free to bring it

Registration is required. Complete the short online form (link in the comments) and more details will be sent to families as the event approaches.
DAA Lacrosse The Gwinnett Lacrosse League

11/03/2026

Send your name to Saturn’s largest moon with NASA’s free Dragonfly name signup! 🌌
🎟️ Get a personalized digital boarding pass
🪐 Your name travels on a microchip aboard the Dragonfly rotorcraft
🚀 Launches in 2028 and arrives at Titan in 2034
🖨️ Save your pass as a keepsake or print a copy at home
How to sign up:
⭐ Visit NASA’s Dragonfly signup page (link in comments)
⭐ Enter your first name, last name, and email
⭐ Save your boarding pass
📅 Names must be submitted by January 15, 2027.
This is a digital keepsake, not a physical item sent by mail or a ticket for personal space travel. Mission dates are subject to change.