Announcements

Today, we celebrate National Information Technology Professionals Day by recognizing our incredible Information Technology Services team! These professionals drive innovation, strengthen our systems, and help tackle critical challenges. We’re grateful for their dedication to improving processes, exploring new solutions, and supporting our workforce, keeping GCFAAA moving forward. History : National Information Technology (IT) Professionals Day is celebrated on the third Tuesday of September each year to recognize and honor the critical work of IT professionals who manage and maintain the technology that powers our daily lives and businesses. This day, established in 2015, acknowledges the often-unseen efforts of these technical experts who keep…

Keeping up with product recalls is a vital part of protecting your family. The Consumer Product Safety Commission keeps a running list of recalls in a searchable database. Stay up-to-date on product safety alerts by visiting: CPSC.gov/Recalls.

Want to conserve water and have a beautiful yard? Join us at the Suwanee Branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library for our WaterWise Landscaping workshop on Tuesday, September 16 at 6:00 pm. We’ll teach you landscape design techniques that will not only upgrade your home’s exterior, but also help you save water. Ready to get started? Sign up now at GwinnettCounty.com/WaterWorkshops.

We Remember. We Honor. We Stand Together. On this day, we pause to honor the lives lost, the heroes who answered the call, and the resilience of a nation that came together in the face of tragedy. May we never forget, and may we always carry forward the spirit of unity, courage, and hope. It's been 24 years since the 9/11 attacks, a day that paused the world for many of us. For those too young to remember, it's a part of history. For those who witnessed it, the memory remains vivid. We lost nearly 3,000 people on that tragic…

Join us on Wednesday, October 1 as we honor the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter with the first official Jimmy Carter Day. In partnership with Gateway85 Gwinnett CID, Gwinnett County Public Schools, Gwinnett/Walton Habitat for Humanity, and Gwinnett County Public Library, this celebration will bring together students, residents, and community partners to reflect on President Carter’s values of peace, unity, and compassion. The ceremony begins at 10:00 am at Best Friend Park in Norcross and will include a special presentation to the Carter family.

Visit GwinnettCountyEvents.com or follow the County’s social media channels for more upcoming events. Hispanic Heritage Celebration Saturday, September 13 from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm | Free Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with cultural events, games, music, live performances, and light refreshments! Interested performers or vendors, please call 678.225.5360. All ages. Register online. OneStop Buford, 2755 Sawnee Avenue, Buford. Intro to 3D Printing Friday, September 19, from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm | Free Learn the basics of 3D Printing with GCPL's Learning Labs! Stop by to see the 3D printer in action and learn how to find files, set them up to print, and…

Support is here — stop by for free food while supplies last! Together with the Atlanta Community Food Bank, we’re hosting a drive-thru food distribution at Rock Springs Park on Tuesday, September 9 starting at 3:00pm. Fresh and shelf-stable groceries will be available. Visit GwinnettCounty.com/FoodResources for all the details.

Have you noticed these new signs? Three County buildings on the Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center campus in Lawrenceville have been renamed to make them easier for visitors to identify and to better reflect the services they provide. Connections Corner – formerly the Government Annex Innovation Square – formerly One Justice Square Gwinnett Traffic Court and Juvenile Justice Building – formerly the Courts Annex

Did you know that overdoses are the leading injury-related cause of death in the United States? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, synthetic opioids like fentanyl contribute to nearly 70 percent of overdose deaths. Community partners like GNR Public Health offer free naloxone to help combat opioid overdoses and save lives. For more information on substance abuse awareness, visit GwinnettCounty.com/SubstanceAwareness

All Gwinnett County Government offices, apart from operations required for the comfort and safety of residents, will be closed Monday, September 1 for the Labor Day holiday and will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 2.