Suwanee Clayworks
Get your hands dirty at Suwanee Clayworks’ Pottery Date Night. Learn the art of throwing clay and craft one-of-a-kind bowls, cups or plates while sipping and noshing during this two-hour session. Details: 4154 Silver Peak Pkwy., Stes. A and B, suwaneeclayworks.com
Bitzel’s Chocolate
Add a sweet note to your night watching the chocolatiers at Bitzel’s Chocolate bring their creations to life. Pick out a box to share or sample small-batch creations. Our pick? Their classic Georgia Blueberry! Details: 453 Northolt Pkwy., bitzelschocolate.com
Town Center on Main
Raise the bar on your next day out at Town Center on Main, Suwanee’s latest 13-acre urban park. Stroll the scenic 1,200-foot-long pedestrian bridge, unwind with a picnic by the waterfall or enjoy friendly competition at the courts. Top it off with a bite at Suwanee Circle, the food truck destination with rotating selections curated […]
Gwinnett Reads Virtual Book Club
Hey, homebody bookworms! Connect with your local reading community through Gwinnett Reads Virtual Book Club. Every second Tuesday via Zoom, the free literary gathering encourages readers to join the conversation on the featured title—no library card required. Check online to see this month’s selection and register for the next session. Details: gwinnettpl.org
Paint n’ Sip at Art for Life in Buford
Creativity comes naturally at Art for Life in Buford. Expand your skill set with the Public Artsy Parties or Paint n’ Sip events. Bring your own snacks, along with your willingness to learn, and make your masterpiece on canvas from their growing gallery of selections. Know a young aspiring artist? Check online for after-school programs. […]
Lauren Norris: Teacher • Mom of Three • Community Advocate
By Jennifer Colosimo For years, Lauren Norris prayed that someone would open the kind of school her oldest daughter, Emory, needed. Born with a rare genetic condition and several additional diagnoses, as Emory grew, the lack of educational opportunities for her in Coweta County became wildly apparent. Eventually, Lauren realized the answer to her prayers […]
Doba Cafe
Nosh on fan favorites at Doba Cafe, like their handmade doughnuts topped with dreamy candy bits and more, a to-go cup of their famous milk tea, a Doba Chicken Sandwich or anything that comes with their house special sauce. Details: 55 Jefferson St., facebook.com/dobacafe
City Trolley
Hop aboard Newnan’s free City Trolley to explore the best of downtown. Available Friday through Sunday, the trolley offers a fun, convenient way to shop, dine and discover the neighborhood. Details: newnanga.gov/191/city-trolley
Chattahoochee Bend State Park
Take in scenic views of Chattahoochee Bend State Park while wandering the 5.5 miles of riverside trails, paddling along the river or catching the sunset on the observation platform. Details: 425 Bobwhite Way, gastateparks.org/chattahoocheebend
The Pharmacy Speakeasy
Tucked inside an unassuming storefront, The Pharmacy Speakeasy invites you to sip, savor and step back into the 1920s to create an unforgettable night out. Reservations recommended. Details: 2E CT Sq., facebook.com/thepharmacyspeakeasy
