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Clara Rooks

Clara Rooks grew up in Gwinnett County and is an alumnus of Dacula High School. She loves to frequent local coffee shops and check out books from the library. On the weekends you will find her spending time with her husband, daughter, and two Goldendoodles, but in her free time, Clara loves to go shopping, reading, running, and drinking smoothies. 

Where to Find the Best Chocolate in Gwinnett

Do you love chocolate? Then February is the month for you! I love celebrating food months, but National Chocolate Lovers Month is definitely one of my favorites. And, it's fitting that it falls in February, because of a little thing called Valentine's Day. The best part about chocolate is all the…

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Sports Bars in Gwinnett

The Best Sports Bars In Gwinnett County You can't beat watching your team win while eating good food and hanging out with friends. If you are looking for places to go and watch the game so you don't have to worry about people coming to your house then keep reading. Gwinnett Breweries Head down…

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New Year's Resolutions

It is time to begin another year, which means a fresh start. They say it takes an average of 60 days to form a habit which means there is no time to waste starting your news years resolutions. Thankfully, Gwinnett has everything you need to accomplish your resolutions. Whether you want to get…

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Holiday Pop Up Bars in Gwinnett

Deck the Halls Who doesn't love to sip festive drinks while surrounded by an explosion of Christmas decorations? Thankfully, Gwinnett has many themed pop-up bars that are available for this month only. Grab your friends and your Christmas sweater, and cheers to the holiday season. 1. Sleigh on…

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Where To Enjoy Sweet Holiday Treats

Break out the peppermint, chocolate and your baking apron—it's time for holiday-themed desserts. There are so many great things about this time of year. Family and friends. Festivities and events. Mistletoe and lights. At the top of our list? Holiday-themed desserts! From peppermint flavorings to…

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Know Before You Go: Atlanta Christkindl Market

An Atlanta Tradition Experience the magic of the holiday season with the Atlanta Christkindl Market, a unique fusion of traditional German festivities. From delicious culinary delights to handcrafted treasures, immerse yourself in an enchanting world where old-world charm intertwines with the…

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Celebrate National Peanut Butter Month in Gwinnett

Smooth or crunchy? Did you know November is Peanut Butter Lovers Month? According to PeanutButterLovers.com, "Southern Peanut Growers, representing southeastern peanut farmers, started the celebration as Peanut Butter Lovers Day on November 4, 1990. November 4 marks the anniversary of the first…

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Guide to Gwinnett: Outdoor Concerts

Get into the groove of outdoor concerts all year long in Gwinnett! Wanna get outside? Look no further, outdoor concerts happen all year long in Gwinnett! Allowing the community to come together and bond over the sweet sounds of music. Here is a schedule of upcoming outdoor concerts all over the…

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All About Gwinnett's Craft Beer

What is craft beer? What is an IPA? What is a stout? If you have asked yourself these questions before then read on…this blog is for you! Perhaps you have shied away from Gwinnett’s burgeoning beer scene because you didn't quite know what to order. After all, the choices can be confusing. We…

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6 Ways to Celebrate Labor Day

You work hard—you deserve a break. Celebrate Labor Day in Gwinnett! According to the Department of Labor, "Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national…

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