Creston Maxey Live at Friends Head over to Friends Sports Bar and Grill on Friday, Sept. 23 and enjoy the sounds of Creston Maxey and the Back East Band. The live music will start at 7 p.m. Friends is a local sports bar and grill located on Dacula Road. One UnbeLEAFable Day at Little Mulberry Park Don't miss "One unbeLEAFable Day" at Little Mulberry Park. This full day of fun scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 24 will benefit the Gwinnett Parks Foundation and funds raised will help to build a playground in honor of Karina Miller. This special event will start with a 6.2 mile morning race, a fun …

Radio Cult Live at Dos Copas Get to Dos Copas where Radio Cult will be performing live on Friday, Sept. 16 at 8 p.m. Radio Cult features popular hits from Kiss, Nena and Pat Benatar to name just a few. Stop in and rock out! Kaleidoscope Dancers Car Wash Fundraiser Have a dirty car? The Kaleidoscope Dancers will be hosting a car wash fundraiser at the North Georgia Dance and Music Factory (2740 Braselton Highway) on Saturday, Sept. 17. The car wash will begin at 9:30 a.m. and everyone is welcome to come out for some clean fun while supporting a local group. Gwinnett Public Library Presents "…

Young Elvis and the Blue Suede’s Rockabilly Tribute Show Don’t miss “Young” Elvis and the Blue Suede’s Rockabilly Tribute Show this Friday, Sept. 9 at Del Rio Mexican restaurant. This show will feature vintage instruments, microphones and sound. Endorsed by Elvis’ stepbrothers, Harold Schultz will begin performing at 9 p.m. Hebron Lions Play at New Home Stadium Head out to Hebron Christian Academy and cheer the Lions on as they welcome Athens Christian to their new home field this Friday, Sept. 9. This is the first true home football game in the history of the school as the Lions take the …

Vanessa Deliz Live at Friends Stop in at Friends in Dacula for live music on Friday, Sept. 2 where Vanessa Deliz will be performing. Deliz is the cousin to former American Idol contestant and finalist David Archuleta. Live entertainment begins at 7 p.m. Home Depot Kids Workshop: ESPN College Game Day Board Are you ready for some football? Here’s a great way to get the whole family excited. Take your children age’s five to 12 to the free Home Depot Kids Workshop this Saturday, Sept. 3 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. Children will build a take home ESPN college game day dry-erase board…

Dacula vs. Mill Creek High School Football Game We can’t have a weekend planner without mentioning the big game this Friday night, Aug. 26. The Mill Creek Hawks will travel across town to take on the Dacula Falcons in high school football action. Whether you cheer for the Falcons or the Hawks this is a hometown rival game you don’t want to miss. Game time 7:30 p.m.  Kids Campout at Coolray Field It’s not right here in Dacula proper but how often do you get the opportunity to camp out on a baseball field? Families can pack their tents and spend the night at Coolray Field, home of the Gwinnett …

Sarah Peacock Live at Friends Drop by Friends Sports Bar and Grill and enjoy the live music of Sarah Peacock.  Peacock performs pop country songs with a similar style to Heart’s Ann Wilson. Music is free to enjoy and food and drink items are available to purchase. Live entertainment begins at 7 p.m on Friday, Aug. 19. 2011 AIA Atlanta Tour Series at the Hamilton Mill Library The Atlanta Chapter of the American Institute of Architects will stop in Dacula on Saturday, Aug. 20. The volunteer tour committee will be present and offering guided tours at the Hamilton Mill Library. The purpose of …

Scrapbooking at Hebron Baptist Church Dacula scrapbookers are invited to join this group at Hebron Baptist Church. Enjoy scrapbooking and fellowship in modular building C from 6 p.m. until 10 p.m. Event is free to attend, for more information contact 770-277-6020.   End of Summer Salsa Night Feel like dancing? Stop in at Jones Dance Ballroom Studio located at 2740 Braselton Highway inside the North Georgia Dance and Music Factory.  Salsa dancing begins at 8:15 p.m. and participants do not need a partner to attend. A drop in rate of $15 is required or you may choose to pay $90 for a class card…

Star Wars “Return of the Jedi” on the Big Screen Star Wars fans unite one last time for the Stars Wars Trilogy on the big screen at the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center in Buford this Friday, Aug. 5. The final week of this big event will feature “Return of the Jedi.” The movie begins at 7 p.m. and the cost is $3 for adults and $1 for children. Members of the GEHC are free. Home Depot Kids Workshop Take the children to the Home Depot Kids’ Workshop this weekend where they will build a pencil box to bring home. On Saturday, Aug. 6 starting at 9 a.m., children ages 5-12, with help from…

American Red Cross Blood Drive Have you made a blood donation lately? If not, here’s a good opportunity. The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at the Kroger in Dacula located at 505 Dacula Road beginning at 1 p.m. on Friday, July 29. Lil Hands Kids Sale Don’t miss this semi-annual kid’s consignment sale right here in Dacula. This sale is taking place next door to Fernando’s Mexican Restaurant at 465 Dacula Road. This sale will feature kids fall and winter items. The sale is open to the public on Thursday, July 28 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday, July 29 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 4 p.m…

Garage Sale Don’t miss a big multi-family yard sale this week in Dacula. There are five families joining forces and hosting this large sale that will be located at 1495 Windsong Park in Dacula. There will be furniture, collectibles, clothing, electronics, jewelry and more. If you are a yard sale enthusiast, this is one for you. Sale runs Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. until 4 p.m.   McNary Performs Live at Friends Don’t miss the band McNary as they perform live at Friends this Friday night starting at 8 p.m. McNary performs pop and folk rock music like that of The Fray and David Gray. This …

Dacula Library Puppet Show Don’t miss the family fun this Friday at 11 a.m. as the library puppeteers bring a new fun puppet show to the Dacula Library. This is a free event for children of all ages. Couples Night Golf Couples are invited to play a round of night golf at the Trophy Club of Apalachee on Fridays. Tee times start at 5:30 p.m. and non-member couples can play for $16 per golfer. Members pay $9 per player. Contact the club for a tee time at 770-822-9220. Lazy Daze Festival in Winder Enjoying the lazy days of summer? This Saturday from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. you can enjoy the Lazy …

Cow Appreciation Day at Chick-fil-a If you haven’t dressed up like a cow lately here is your chance! It is cow appreciation day at all participating Chick-fil-a locations. Customers are encouraged to come dressed in their best cow costumes and receive free food items. If your costume is from the waist up you will receive a free entrée and if you are dressed like a cow from your head to your hooves, you will receive a free combo meal. Get your spots ready and have a blast appreciating cows all day this Friday, July 8.   American Red Cross Blood Drive Give blood and save a life. The American …

DJ Dance Party at Dos Copas   Stop in Dos Copas Friday or Saturday evening between the hours of 8 p.m. and 11 p.m. for a DJ Dance Party. DJ’s will be spinning your favorite dance hits late into the evening.   Home Depot Kids Workshop   It’s the free Home Depot Kids Workshop this Saturday at the Hamilton Creek Parkway location. Stop in with your children ages 5-12 and build a coaster set. Previous participants can wear their home depot aprons and new participants will be given an orange apron and the tools needed to complete the project. Everyone who completes the project will leave with an …

Full Frontal at Dos Copas This sounds very risqué, but don’t get all excited. This is not a burlesque show, it’s a live musical performance at Dos Copas.   American Radio Relay League's Annual Field Day Emergency Communications Contest Learn everything you ever wanted to know about ham radio but were afraid to ask at this Saturday’s field day emergency communications contest. Remember, if one day the Internet crashes and burns, these ham radio operators may be our only source of information! Garage Sale in Daniel Park Subdivision Attention bargain hunters – there are a couple of local garage …

American Red Cross Blood Drive - Hamilton Mill Publix Give the gift of life this Friday from 1 p.m. until 6 p.m. at the Hamilton Mill Publix. This event is listed as “Free, Open to All.” A clever ploy perhaps by my calendar editor … Reality Check Live at Dos Copas Ready to hit the dance floor? Head on over to Dos Copas for live music from Reality Check. The party starts at 9 p.m. Home Depot Kids Workshop: Father's Day Looking for a last minute Father’s Day gift? Let the young ones make a toolbox for dad at the Home Depot Kids Workshop this Saturday. While you are there, check out some of the …

Greasers, Gears, and Guitars Looking for hot cars and great music? Head to Buford this weekend for a concert and cruise-in. The event will be held at Frazier’s Harley Davidson, 4699 Friendship Road in Buford on Friday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Auburn Community Yard Sale If you like shopping for bargains, but don’t like driving all over the place to do it, be sure to check out the Saturday’s community yard sale in downtown Auburn. The yard sale runs from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shoppers and sellers are welcome. Free Movie in the Park in Downtown Auburn Auburn will also host a free movie in the park on …

Putt for the Pantry Hit the links and help raise funds for a great cause -- the Hamilton Mill United Methodist Church food pantry. Shotgun start is set for 9 a.m. American Red Cross Blood Drive - Dacula Kroger Looking for yet another way to help others? Head to the Dacula Kroger and participate in the Red Cross Blood Drive. Did you know the Red Cross usually gives you a cookie and a cup of juice in exchange for your blood? What a deal right? Friends Sports Bar and Grill Car, Truck and Bike Show Saturday afternoon, take a ride to Friends for their first annual car, truck and bike show. This …

David Leon Performs at Friends in Dacula Start your Memorial Day weekend off by watching talented local artist David Leon perform at Friends. Leon, a country music and gospel singer, will take the stage at 7 p.m. Missions Ministry BBQ No need to wait until Monday to enjoy some delicious BBQ. Head over to Hebron Baptist Church for the Hebron Missions Ministry BBQ. Plates are $10 each and include BBQ pork, baked beans, BBQ sauce, chips, bread, pickle, cookie and tea. Drive thru service available. Dacula Memorial Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run May 27 is the last day to register for the May 30 Dacula …

Kurt Scobie Performs at Friends Piano rock/pop musician Kurt Scobie will perform at Friends Sports Bar and Grill Friday night. Scobie plays tunes from Elton John, Maroon 5, Jason Mraz and more. The music begins at 7 p.m. Click here for more details. Woodall to Hold Town Hall Meeting in Dacula Will the country go bankrupt? Is Social Security on the brink of insolvency? Are taxes heading higher? For the answers to these and other burning questions, visit Dacula High School Saturday morning for Rep. Rob Woodall’s town hall meeting. The meeting begins at 11 a.m.  Princess and Me Dance Dads can …

Sarah Peacock Performs at Friends Enjoy some live entertainment this Friday night at Friends Sports Bar and Grill in Dacula. An Atlanta native, Peacock performs alternative country music. To get a preview of her show, visit her website. Cooking Class at Chateau Elan, Theme French Bistro Bon appétit mon ami! Learn to whip up some delicious French dishes at Château Elan this weekend. The class is geared towards introductory students. I don’t know if you get to cook exotic gross things like escargot, but it could be fun just the same. Professional Bull Riders at the Gwinnett Arena Check out the …