Events To Check Out This Week In Gwinnett County

Coffee with police, exploring McDaniel Farm, and lessons on how to fix leaks in your home are just some of the events coming up in Gwinnett County. Check them out below.

Events this week:

Senior Coffee Club | FREE!
August 9 from 9:30am to 10:30am. Come and meet your neighbors for a free cup of 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 for more information. Lilburn Activity Building, 788 Hillcrest Road, Lilburn.

Walk the Talk: Breastfeeding Month | FREE!
August 10 from 9:00am to 10:00am. August is National Breastfeeding Month. Join Children's Healthcare of Atlanta's Strong4Life on a free, informative walk at an 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.

Just Two Sneakers | FREE!
August 10 at 8:30am. Join Gwinnett County Transit for a walking tour of downtown Norcross and see how easy it is to catch the Route 10 bus that connects Norcross, Lawrenceville, and Duluth. Then, join us at the Norcross Community Market from 9:00am to 1:00pm. We will providing transit information and free giveaways. We will offer an additional walk during the farmers' market based on request. Preregister here, and find more event information here. Lillian Webb Park, 5 College Street, Norcross.

Coffee with a Cop | FREE!
August 12 from 9:00am to 11:00am. Get to know your law enforcement officers at the next Coffee with a Cop. Ask questions and voice concerns. Sweet Point Bakery & Café, 5385 Five Forks Trickum Road, Lilburn.

Next week:

Toddler 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.

AARP Defensive Smart Driver Course
August 13 from 10:30am to 5:00pm. Learn defensive driving techniques and how to compensate for age- related changes in vision, hearing, and reaction time. Cost: $15 per AARP member (don't forget to bring your card). $20 for non-members. Cash or check only. Please bring a drink and a lunch. Call 770.978.5154 for more information or email [email protected]. Suwanee Branch of the Gwinnett County Public Library, 361 Main Street, Suwanee.

Park'nership Work Day
August 17 from 2:00pm to 6:00pm. Join the Gwinnett Parks Foundation at Collins Hill Park for a rewarding opportunity to help other volunteers clean up and beautify the park. 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 noon. 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.

Wheels in the Wind Bike Ride | FREE!
August 17 from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Join Gwinnett County Transit and bring your bicycle to Rhodes Jordan Park to learn how buses and bikes can create new commuting options. Pedal around the park with others and receive free giveaways, light refreshments, and incentives for changing your commute. Discover how easy it is to load your bike on the bus. Rhodes Jordan Park, 100 East Crogan Street, Lawrenceville.