Gardening Lessons, Free Ice Cream Among Gwinnett County Events

There's no shortage of events Gwinnett County residents can take advantage of as summer rolls on. These include a senior bingo bash in Lawrenceville, back to school bash in Buford, and a poll worker hiring event in Norcross.

Check out more events below.

Gwinnett County Elections Poll Worker Hiring Events

July 25 and July 27. Gwinnett citizens who want to serve the community and engage in the electoral process are encouraged to attend Gwinnett County's poll official hiring events on July 25 and July 27 in Norcross. Gwinnett County Voter Registrations and Elections is looking for citizens of all backgrounds, but has an urgent need for bilingual poll workers, particularly Spanish speakers. Visit www.gwinnettcounty.com for more information. July 25 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm and July 27 from 9:00am to noon, One Stop Norcross, 5030 Georgia Belle Court, Norcross.

College Open House | FREE!

July 25 from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. Learn and talk with more than a dozen college recruiters about their schools. Colleges included are Georgia College, Texas A&M, Perdue University, Columbus State University, Augusta University, University of Kentucky, University of Missouri, and more! For more information, please visit www.gwinnettpl.org or call 770.978.5154. Five Forks Branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library, 2780 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lawrenceville.

Shade Gardening | FREE!

July 25 from noon to 1:00pm. Join UGA Extension Gwinnett to learn how to transform your shady landscape into a stunning and lush low-light garden with carefully selected ornamental plants that love minimal sunlight. For ages 18 and up. Preregister with code ANX34504. Call 678.377.4010 for more information. UGA Extension Gwinnett conference room, second floor, 750 South Perry Street, Lawrenceville.

Ride & Chill Event | FREE!

July 26 from 1:30pm to 3:30pm. Gwinnett County Transit is hosting the Ride & Chill event to keep you relaxed and cool. Join us as we give out ice cream, transit information, and free giveaways at the Gwinnett Transit Center. Preregister here. Gwinnett Transit Center, next to Choo Choo Express, 3492 Satellite Boulevard, Duluth.

Community Health Fair | FREE!

July 27 from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Attend the Community Health Fair for free health screenings, dynamic exhibitors, fitness demos, wellness presentations, giveaways, blood drives, and more. In partnership with the Gwinnett Daily Post and Live Healthy Gwinnett. For all ages. For more information, call 678.277.0855. Bogan Park Community Recreation Center, 2723 Bogan Road, Buford.

Pack Your Backpack | FREE!

August 2 from 9:00am to 11:00am. Bring your bag to fill with school necessities and participate in fun activities in this rain-or-shine event. While supplies last. Sponsored by Amerigroup. Call 678.277.0228 for more information. OneStop Centerville, 3025 Bethany Church Road, Snellville.

N-400 Naturalization Application Assistance Program | FREE!

August 2 from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Legal permanent residents will be offered free legal assistance with filling out the N-400 citizenship application form. This event is free and on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, please visit www.gwinnettpl.org or call 770.978.5154. Lawrenceville Branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library, 1001 Lawrenceville Highway, Lawrenceville.

Back to School Bash | FREE!

August 3 from 10:00am to 1:00pm. Join Gwinnett Parks and Recreation and OneStop Buford for one last summer soiree with food, vendors, bounce houses, and much more before settling down for the school year! Vendors can register before July 29. Call 678.277.0850 for more information or to become a vendor. OneStop Buford, 2755 Sawnee Avenue, Buford.

Plants, Pollinators, & Ponds | FREE!

August 3 from 10:00am to 11:00am. Join the Master Gardeners to learn about soil erosion, wetlands, and pollinators for your pond. For all ages. Preregister with code VIP34602. Call 678.277.0900 for more information. Vines Park, 3500 Oak Grove Road, Loganville.

Senior Coffee Club | FREE!

August 9 from 9:30am to 10:30am. Come and meet your neighbors with a free cup-a-joe and breakfast treats. Enjoy snacks, chatting, crafts, and games. Join us every second Friday of every month for different topics. For ages 50 and up. Call 678.277.0875 fro more information. Lilburn Activity Building, 788 Hillcrest Road, Lilburn.

Walk the Talk: Breastfeeding Month

August 10 form 9:00am to 10:00am. August is National Breastfeeding Month. Join Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's Strong4Life on this free, informative walk at an enjoyable, easy pace. Leaders will talk about the importance of breastfeeding and how it benefits infants. For all ages. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a bottle of water. Call 770.814.4920 for more information. McDaniel Farm Park, 3251 McDaniel Farm Road, Duluth.

Toddle Treks: Scampering with Squirrels

August 13 from 10:30am to 11:30am. These furry friends are very busy at McDaniel Farm this time of the year. Join us as we explore their habitat, home, and favorite foods through stories, songs, and interactive nature based play. Cost: $5 per person; one adult free with each paid child. For ages 18 months to 3 years. Preregister with code MFP34503. Call 770.814.4920 for more information. McDaniel Farm Park, 3251 McDaniel Road, Duluth.

Park'nership Work Day

August 17 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. Join the Gwinnett Parks Foundation at Collins Hill Park in a rewarding opportunity to help other volunteers clean up and beautify this park in this rain-or-shine event. Bring gloves, sturdy shoes, and a bottle of water. For more information, call 770.822.8869. Register here. Collins Hills Park, 2225 Collins Hill Road, Lawrenceville.

Fix-A-Leak Workshop | FREE!

August 17 from 11:00am to 12:30pm. Learn how to test your home for leaks, how to find them, and how to do the repairs yourself. Attendees will receive a water conservation kit for either indoor or outdoor fixtures. Preregister here. Call 678.376.7193 for more information. Five Forks Branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library, 2780 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lawrenceville.

Composting for Water Quality | FREE!

August 20 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm. Learn about the benefits of keeping a compost pile and how to do it successfully in this hands-on workshop. Preregister here. Call 678.376.7193 for more information. You may qualify for 5 percent stormwater utility fee credit. Alegre Farm, 2225 Givens Road, Dacula.

National Senior Citizen's Day Bingo Bash

August 21 from 1:00pm to 2:30pm. Let's celebrate with a fun round of bingo and light lunch. Cost: $6 per person. For ages 50 and up. Preregister by August 19 with code BEP31907 or call 678.277.0910. Bethesda Park Senior Center, 225 Bethesda Church Road, Lawrenceville.