Announcements

Do you have empty glass bottles and jars? Drop them off at one of our easy-to-access glass recycling bins located throughout the county! Find a bin near you at GwinnettCounty.com/GlassRecycling.

(1) For Everyone:  Music on the Square: Classic Rock | September 12 6:30pm – 9:30pm | Gwinnett Historic Courthouse | Free Put on your bell-bottoms and rock out with 60s and 70s tunes. Hispanic Heritage Celebration | September 13 10:00am – 1:00pm | Gwinnett Community Resource Center at Sawnee Avenue (formerly OneStop Buford) | Free Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with cultural performances, music, games, and refreshments. Great Family Play Day | September 13 10:00am – 1:00pm | George Pierce Park | $11/family Bring the family for community fun and games! Bites in the Park | September 19 4:00pm – 8:00pm | Bethesda Park Grab…

September is National Yoga Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the many health benefits of practicing yoga. Did you know yoga’s origins can be traced to northern India over 5,000 years ago? The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services established this month-long celebration in 2008 to encourage everyone to maintain their health and well-being with mindful movement. Join us in celebrating National Yoga Month by attending Live Healthy Gwinnett’s Yoga in the Park series. This free program taught by certified instructors is offered at various times and park locations. All skill levels are welcome. Just bring a mat, towel,…

Every August, Gwinnett County joins the nation in recognizing Purple Heart Month, a time to honor United States service members who were wounded or killed in combat. To commemorate Purple Heart Month, the County will: Fly the Purple Heart flag at the Fallen Heroes Memorial Encourage residents and businesses to display purple lights Maintain Purple Heart County signs at County entrances Share messages of support on park marquee signs To learn more about veteran resources, visit GwinnettCounty.com/Veterans.

If you're a first-time homebuyer, you might be eligible for Gwinnett’s Homestretch Down Payment Assistance Pro­gram. New or existing Gwinnett residents aspiring to own a home can receive down payment assistance of up to $10,000 as a five-year deferred payment loan with 0% in­terest. To qualify, the home must be located within Gwin­nett County. Visit GwinnettCounty.com/HomestretchDPA for a list of eligibility requirements and to apply.

All Gwinnett County Government offices, except those required for the comfort and safety of residents, will be closed on Monday, September 1st, for the Labor Day holiday and will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 2. Trash and recycling collection will be delayed by one day during the holiday week. For more informa­tion, visit GCSolidWaste.com. A Magistrate Court judge will be available at the Gwinnett County De­tention Center during the holiday.

  Several Gwinnett County departments were recognized for their outstanding services by the National Association of Counties and National Association of County Information Officers, earning 29 NACo Achievement Awards and four NACIO Awards of Excellence. Gwinnett’s awarded entries span a range of departments, including Parks and Recreation, Water Resources, Information Technology Services, Planning and Development, and Communications. From resident engagement to emergency preparedness and technical advances, these services and programs reflect the County’s ongoing efforts to deliver high-quality initiatives that meet evolving community needs. Since 1970, the NACo Achievement Awards have recognized outstanding county government programs and services. NACIO Awards…

We’re continuing to highlight emergency preparedness. Do you have emergency alerts enabled for your smartphone. ( Wireless Emergency Alerts -- WEA) ? Wireless Emergency Alerts, also known as WEA, are sent to your mobile device to help keep you safe during an emergency. These alerts inform you of threats and missing people in your area. So be sure not to ignore them. Most newer model smartphones are WEA-capable. To find out if your phone is WEA-capable, contact your wireless provider or check their website. If you have an iPhone or Android, you can check by following these steps: For iPhones:…

Did your hauler miss your trash or recycling pickup? You can easily report it online! Visit GwinnettCounty.com/MissedCollection.

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