November 21-23, 2014

November 21
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: MINDY SMITH ONE
MOMENT MORE 10TH ANNIVERSARY SHOW
RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY
Duluth
8pm
$25-$33
404-478-2749
www.eddieowenpresents.com

November 21
SAVING ABEL
WILD BILLS COUNTRY MUSIC HALL
Duluth
7:30pm
$5
678-473-1000
www.wildbillsatlanta.com
November 21
F. PAUL WILSON FEAR CITY TALK/BOOK SIGNING
BOOKS FOR LESS
Buford
New York Times & International Best Selling author
will discuss Fear City Rage, terror and redemption.
7pm
Free
770-945-9288
www.facebook.com/events/1535831906648624

November 21
FAMILY FUN FRIDAYS
ADRENALINE CLIMBING
Suwanee
Full service, guided indoor rock climbing, includes
harness and free pizza!
6pm-9pm
$18/climber, spectators free
770-271-1390
www.adrenalineclimbing.com
November 21-22
BLURRED LINES: CONTEMPORARY SELF-TAUGHT
MEETS THE MASTERS
HUDGENS CENTER FOR THE ARTS
Duluth
Some of the modern masters include Benny Andrews,
Salvador Dali, Alberto Giacometti, Wassily Kandinsky,
Roy Lichtenstein, Peter Max, Pablo Picasso, Robert
Rauschenberg and more!
Fri Sat 10am-5pm
$5
770-623-6002
www.thehudgens.org
November 21-22
TELL ME WHAT YOU WANT WHAT YOU REALLY
REALLY WANT
TANNERY ROW ARTIST COLONY
Buford
Tannery Artists holiday presentation
12pm-5pm
Free
770-904-0572
www.tanneryrowartistcolony.com

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November 21-22
FEATURED ARTISTS & CURRENT EXHIBITS
KUDZU ART ZONE
Norcross
Featured Artists (Friday), (Saturday) will be on hand to
tell you about their own work, guide your tour of the
current exhibit and to invite you to visit the in-house
studious.
11am-4pm
Free
770-840-9844
www.kudzuartzone.org
November 21-23
SUWANEE SCULPTOUR
SUWANEE TOWN CENTER
Suwanee
Walkable outdoor exhibit, tour features 15 pieces on
loan from various artists from around the country and
close to home.
All day
770-945-8996
www.suwanee.com
November 21-23
THE ICE RINK AT SUGAR HILL
BEHIND SUGAR HILL CITY HALL
Sugar Hill
Grab your skates (or you can rent them) and have fun
maneuvering around on ice! Skating sessions are 90
minutes, but you can add additional time if you are
having too much fun to leave!
Fri 5pm-10pm, Sat 10am-11pm, Sun 2pm-9pm
$10-$12 and children under free; skate rentals are an
additional $2
770-945-6716
www.facebook.com/CityofSugarHill

November 21-23
CHRISTMAS CANTEEN
AURORA THEATRE
Lawrenceville
Our annual living Christmas card and Gwinnett's
longest running theatrical holiday tradition, Christmas
Canteen returns for our 19th season. Combined with
the awe-inspiring Festival of Trees, it will be a Holly
Jolly Christmas and then some.
Fri-Sat 8pm, Sat & Sun 2:30pm
$30-$50
678-226-6222
www.auroratheatre.com
November 21-23
CIRQUE ITALIA
GWINNETT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS
Lawrenceville
First official Italian water circus coming to Gwinnett!
Fri 7:30pm, Sat 2:30pm, 5:30pm, 8:30pm, Sun 2:30pm
& 5:30pm
$10-$50
941-704-8572
www.CirqueItalia.com
November 21-23
RADIO T.B.S. TRAILER PARK BROADCASTING
SCANDALS
LIONHEART THEATRE
Norcross
Radio hostesses and society doyennes Vesta Poteet
and Dixie Mandrell bring to you the comings and
goings of the activities in and around The Luna Del
Mar Manufactured Home Oasis and Monkey
Emporium -- and what a jumpin' place this trailer park
is.
Fri & Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2pm
$15
678-938-8518
www.lionhearttheatre.org

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November 21-23
TECH CITY ENGINEERING AND THE ENVIRONMENT
GWINNETT ENVIRONMENTAL & HERITAGE CENTER
Buford
Solve the kinds of real-world problems that engineers
face! Meet the challenges by using an engineering
approach that includes designing, building, testing
and modifying. Dam the creek, tile the plaza, shake
your building and more!
Fri-Sat 9am-4pm, Sun 11am-4pm
Free with paid admission
770-904-3500
www.gwinnettehc.org
November 21-23
LANIER ISLANDS CHRISTMAS
LAKE LANIER ISLANDS
Buford
Every night starting at 5pm, pack your car full of
friends and family and drive through our enchanting
Christmas lights show. Enjoy all of your favorite light
pieces and dont miss your chance to visit with Santa,
skate with friends, enjoy sweet treats, warm
beverages, holiday goodies, marshmallow roasting on
the beach and more!
5pm-10pm
$30 carload
770-945-8787
www.lakelanierislands.com
November 22
LEE BRICE
WILD BILLS COUNTRY MUSIC HALL
Duluth
9pm
$20-$50
678-473-1000
www.wildbillsatlanta.com

November 22
NIGHT GOLF
THE GEORGIA TRAIL
Duluth
Glowing boundary rails line the pitch-black 9 hole
backlight of The Georgia Trail, guiding golfers and
their glowing orbs across a black-lit dreamscape
surrounded by neon flourishes.
8pm
$35
770-497-4653
www.gatrail.com
November 22
CHRISTMAS IN THE CORNERS HOLIDAY PARADE
WITH FOOD TRUCKS & VILLAGE SHOPPES
THE CORNERS PARKWAY
Peachtree Corners
Parade starts at 10am and there will be food trucks
and vendors from 9am - 5pm.
Free
404-661-6790
www.facebook.com/christmasinthecorners
November 22
HOLIDAY BIKE RIDE
STONE MOUNTAIN VILLAGE
Stone Mountain
The Southern Bicycle League w ill host a 5, 30 and 60
mile ride. Riders are encouraged to bring an
unwrapped toy for local children.
$45
404-421-3231
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November 22
JAMES GREGORY THE FUNNIEST MAN IN AMERICA
BUFORD COMMUNITY CENTER
Buford
For over two decades, the unforgettable caricature of
veteran comedian James Gregory has stood grinning:
his shirt un-tucked, his arms outstretched, a carefree
welcome to a down-home, hilarious comedy
experience. Its storytelling at its best. The
trademark caricature is the essence of James
Gregorys comedy: rib-tickling reflections on life
from the front porch.
8pm
$12-$25
770-945-6762
www.bufordcommunitycenter.com
November 22
THE GALA OF THE ROYAL HORSES
THE ARENA AT GWINNETT CENTER
Duluth
7:30pm
$33-$78
770-813-7500
www.gwinnettcenter.com
November 22
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: FAMILY SHOW WITH
GUSTAFER YELLOWGOLD
RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY
Duluth
Concert
11am
$10
404-478-2749
www.eddieowenpresents.com

November 22
EDDIE OWEN PRESENTS: SMOKIN NOVAS WITH
SPECIAL GUESTS BILL MALLONEE & MURIAH ROSE
RED CLAY MUSIC FOUNDRY
Duluth
Concert
8pm
$12-$15
404-478-2749
www.eddieowenpresents.com
November 22
TIM SHELTON
EVERETTS MUSIC BARN
Suwanee
The Everett Family Band followed by a national act or
the best in local talent. Family oriented, no smoking
or drinking is allowed, so bring the kids. Make sure to
visit in the Everett's Home to see and hear pickers
from beginners to professionals learning how to play
Bluegrass from each other.
8pm
Donations welcome
770-945-5628
www.facebook.com/EverettsMusicBarn
November 22
BOOK CLUB BOOK OF LOST THINGS WITH JOHN
CONNOLLY
BOOKS FOR LESS
Buford
1:30pm
Free
770-945-9288
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November 22
BOOK SIGNING BY NY BESTSELLER JOHN CONNOLLY
NORCROSS CULTURAL ARTS & COMMUNITY CENTER
Norcross
He is the winner of the Agatha, Shamus and the
Anthony Awards. His bestsellers include The Wolf in
Winter, and a childrens book, The Creeps, just to
name a few.
7pm
Free
678-421-2024
www.aplacetoimagine.com
November 22
AMERICA RECYCLES DAY
COOLRAY FIELD
Lawrenceville
Gwinnett County will host its fifth annual celebration,
recognizing an initiative to encourage people to
recycle more at home, at work and on the go. This
includes tire recycling (limit 8 tires per vehicle, no
dealer tires), electronics recycling ($10 cash fee per
TV), paint collection ( eight, one-gallon cans),
toner/printer cartridge recycling. There will be kids
activities, giveaways, and refreshments while supplies
last.
9am-12pm
Free
www.sustainablegwinnett.com

November 22
JAMFEST CHEER & DANCE
THE ARENA AT GWINNETT CENTER
Duluth
TOYS FOR TOTS - With the holiday season fast
approaching, we are very excited to announce that
we are partnering with the Atlanta area Toys for
Tots Organization. Please bring new, unwrapped
toys to this weekends event to be donated! Happy
Holiday's from JAMfest!
9am-2pm, doors open at 8am
Free
770-813-7500
1-866-526-3378
http://www.jamfest.com/Competitions/Event.php?ID
=16
November 22
SANTAS ARRIVAL PARTY
GWINNETT PLACE MALL
Duluth
Santa is on his way! Come greet him as he arrives
from the North Pole to Gwinnett Place Mall. Enjoy
cookies and milk as Santa reads Twas the Night
Before Christmas. Then decorate an ornament to
take home and hang on your tree! The first 10
families will receive a free photo package with Santa.
4pm
Free
770-813-6840

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November 22-23
WEEKEND GUIDED CLIMBTIME
ADRENALINE CLIMBING
Suwanee
Full service, guided indoor rock climbing, includes
harness
1pm-6pm
$20/climber, spectators free
770-271-1390
www.adrenalineclimbing.com
November 22-23
STONE MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS
STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain
Christmas comes to life at Crossroads with more than
2 million lights, the Polar Express 4-D movie, live
shows and a nightly appearance from the Snow Angel.
2pm-10pm
$22-$28, plus $10 vehicle entry
770-498-5690
www.stonemountainpark.com

November 23
ANNUAL COMMUNITY MESSIAH
LAWRENCEVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
Lawrenceville
Annual sing-a-long with the Gwinnett Choral Guild
3pm
Free
770-963-9498
www.lawrencevillepresbyterian.org

November 23
PET NIGHT WITH SANTA
MALL OF GEORGIA NORDSTROM COURT
Buford
Shoppers are invited to bring their furry friends to
have holiday photos taken with Santa in Nordstrom
Court. Enter through the entrance nearest
Nordstrom. Please no exotic animals.
6pm-8pm
Price of photo
770-271-9458
www.facebook.com/MallofGeorgia

November 22-23
A VERY GRINCHY CHRISTMAS
GWINNETT PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Duluth
Sat 2:30pm & 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm
$11.50-$18.50
1-888-9-AXS-TIX
www.gwinnettcenter.com
www.southernballettheatre.com

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