WHAT’S IN A SMART CITY?
The future, once a vision of hovercrafts and floating cities, is now here. And it looks so far off from the predictions made by movies and theorists, yet it’s nothing we could have ever imagined. In today’s future, our cars aren’t quite airborne, but they do drive...
NEVER HAVE I EVER…RIDDEN IN AND AUTONOMOUS VEHICLE
During a meeting in Technology Park, an office park in Peachtree Corners, the mention of an autonomous (self-driving) shuttle piqued my interest. Apparently, not only is it open for anyone in the city, but it’s an entirely costless form of public transportation unique...
Get A Hobby
Calling all Creatives! The year 2020 brought long months stuck in our homes, which led people to develop new hobbies, interests and projects. Take the considerable increase in sourdough starter videos on social media for example. (No shame, though. We DiG homemade...
Never have I ever…Been on a Ropes Course
Stepping out of my comfort zone and trying a ropes course for the first time at Treetop Quest was an experience I'll never forget! I had always been curious about aerial and zipline parks since I'd heard about the exciting and heart-pumping thrills from my friends....
GET A HOBBY: HOW TO START A BOOKCLUB
If you haven’t noticed, reading for pleasure is on the rise everywhere, as are book clubs. Men, women, teenagers, neighbors and coworkers are banding together to read and discuss books of all genres. If you want to add reading and great conversation to your life this...
City Spotlight: Duluth
NIGHT AT THE RED CLAY Duluth’s previously popular “Cinema at the RedClay” has evolved into “Night at the Red Clay.” Not only will this series continue the free movie nights hosted by the venue, but visitors and residents will now be able to attend comedy shows, open...
DiG Deep in Duluth
IG: @city_of_duluth FB: @cityofduluth duluthga.net Like many cities in Gwinnett, the last seven years of investment and rebirth have played a role in the transformation of Duluth's suburban downtown experience. Today in Duluth, brand new structures surround some of...
5 Within 50
WEIRD THINGS YOU'LL LOVE With a new year comes a lot of changes. New routines and hobbies, a new look, the list goes on. Why not add to that newness with a few new weekend activities for your 2023 bucket list? One thing to note about the attractions on this list:...
Pickleball’s A Big ‘Dill’
You may live under a rock if you haven’t heard of Pickleball. But, seriously, why is it all the rage? That’s simple: it’s a blast! Pickleball, known as America’s fastest-growing sport, combines aspects of tennis, ping-pong and badminton. Widely loved by all, the game...
Christmas Canteen
Aurora Theatre’s Magical Holiday Revue “Christmas Canteen” Takes the Stage for its 27th Year It wouldn’t be Christmas in Gwinnett without the triumphant return of Aurora Theatre’s “Christmas Canteen.” Gwinnett county’s longest-running theatrical holiday tradition will...
British Christmas Traditions
In honor of the passing of Queen Elizabeth, we wanted to give everyone a little insight into how Christmas is celebrated in the UK. We asked our friend Roxy, owner of Taste of Britain, to share some of her personal favorite traditions. Christmas is a massive deal in...
Guide To Gifting
‘Tis the season of gift giving! For some individuals, this skill comes naturally, while others may need some guidance curating the perfect gift. Luckily, we've made it easy for you by theming each basket according to different hobbies and interests. We may have also...
We DiG: A Cheery & Bright Date Night
The holidays are upon us and ‘tis the season for romance. We’d argue there’s no more romantic time of year than when the streets are aglow with strings of Christmas lights, fireplaces are lit nightly and the only way to keep warm is by snuggling under piles of fuzzy...
Uncovering Gwinnett’s Art Galleries
Gwinnett has always been a thriving arts community, and a community of local artists comes with that! Cities all over Gwinnett have opened art galleries to encourage these artists and give them a platform to display and sell their works. Whether you’re looking to add...
Art is Engaging
Art is a participatory sport: The City of Suwanee’s Public Art Commission Chair, Lisa Winton, pitched the next temporary art project involving a measure of community engagement earlier this year. The plan is to repurpose children’s trophies (soccer, t-ball, baseball,...