Suwanee Day 5K and 10K Races at Town Center Park
September 13th, 2008 Categories: Suwanee Events, Suwanee Fun Stuff
Crowds lined the street in front of the park near the fountain at Town Center Park in Suwanee, Georgia this morning for the start and finish of the 2008 Suwanee Day 5K and 10K races. Visitors to the park had a variety of attractions this morning as runners and spectators cruised past the regular Saturday morning Farmer’s Market, children played in the fountain and families walked their dogs.
The City of Suwanee along with BodyPlex Family Fitness sponsored the races to promote next week’s Suwanee Day event and community fitness. BodyPlex also conducted one of their “BodyVibe” workout classes from the amphitheater stage for anyone interested in participating after the races.
A total of over 600 runners participated in the two races with first, second and third place times awarded for numerous age and gender categories for each race. The fastest time for the 5K race was just over 16 minutes and the fastest time for the 10K was around 36 minutes. The overcast skies and slightly cooler temperatures gave the runners a welcome break from the normal summer heat. Check out this video of photos from this mornings activities……ENJOY!!
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Swan-ee Award Nominations Help Promote Excellence and Beauty
September 11th, 2008 Categories: Suwanee Fun, Suwanee Real Estate
Who needs a “Grammy” or an “Oscar”? I’d rather have a Swan-ee!
Seen any great new construction or renovation projects in Suwanee, Georgia. If you have a favorite project that simply makes you say, Wow!, then send in your nomination for the second annual “Swan-ee” Award. The program was created by the city as a means of recognizing and promoting projects that excel in developing aesthetically pleasing and interesting sites throughout our great city.
Awards will be presented in December to individuals, businesses, and organizations who have 
created architectural “Swans,” which stand out and inspire pride within Suwanee. Award-winning projects will include, but are not limited to, new construction, renovated buildings, landscaping, sustainable/long-term developments, “clean-up” projects, and public art. Projects must be within the City of Suwanee limits and preferably completed within the last year. Because the awards program is relatively new, older projects may be eligible as well.
The deadline for submitting nomination forms is October 17. For more information, contact Toni Shrewsbury at tshrewsbury@suwanee.com or 770/945-8996.
Specific details, rules and contact information originally posted on the City of Suwanee site.
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River Club Subdivision Adding New Home Sites in Suwanee, GA
September 9th, 2008 Categories: Suwanee Fun
The River Club is one Suwanee’s premier neighborhoods with its luxury homes along the bank of the Chattahoochee River and surrounding its Greg Norman-designed golf course. Crescent Communities is announcing a new phase, called River Valley, within this luxury nature reserve community. The 35 new pre-construction home sites are being sold now in serene locations near the banks of the Chattahoochee near The Lodge and on the 10th and 16th holes of the golf course. Buyers will be able to purchase these sites now then design and build the home of their dreams when the timing is right for them.
The sites average about two-thirds of an acre with homes planned to be up to 4,500 square feet. Sidewalks are planned to connect the new homes to the existing neighborhood and its surrounding native Georgia mature landscaping.
The River Club’s existing amenities include the 18-hole Greg Norman golf course with beautiful views of the Chattahoochee River, walking trails, eight lighted tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness center and the Lakeside Family Sports Center. The new Lodge at The River Club pampers the residents with a large main dining room, several beautiful verandas, six fireplaces, member’s lounge, men’s and ladies’ locker rooms, and a fully equipped pro shop.
This new addition marks a bold move by the developer, Crescent Communities, to recognize the continuing growth in the Suwanee community and the recognition of opportunities even in today’s residential housing market. This again is proof that real estate is always about location, location, location and there is no national real estate market. There are thousands of individual real estate markets with each region or city, and each neigborhood is responding to economic situations in its own unique wa.
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Suwanee, Georgia Honored for Exceptional Financial Reporting
September 9th, 2008 Categories: Gwinnett County, Suwanee Real Estate
The City of Suwanee recently received an award and recogition for another area of exceptional city management. The Government Finance Offficers Association (GFOA) presented the City of Suwanee with a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the fifth consecutive year. This certificate is the highest recognition for governmental accounting according to GFOA and signifies extraordinary accomplishments in governmental financial management.
The award is based on the judgement of an impartial panel evaluating the city’s ability to meet the highest standards for clear communication of the city’s financial status and full disclosure within the 2007 fiscal year. GFOA is a nonprofit association serving approximately 16,000 government finance professionals.
This adds to the city’s ever increasing awards, honors and recognition for the outstanding work being done manage, promote and grow the community in a responsible and productive way, including the recognition by Money Magazine as One of the Top 10 Cities to Live in 2007. Just another reason consider Suwanee, Georgia for your next home or business expansion..Play hard, Live well, Smile more.
Originally posted on my Trulia Blog
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Suwanee Day Festivities at Town Center Park
September 8th, 2008 Categories: Suwanee Events, Suwanee Fun Stuff
As the leaves signal the coming of fall, Suwanee, Georgia is preparing for the 25th 
Suwanee Day celebration. Starting way back in the 1980’s, the annual Suwanee Day celebration has grown to be one of Gwinnett county’s largest local festivals. People from all of the northern Atlanta suburbs will come on Saturday, September 20th, to enjoy the food, fun, crafts and music at the beautiful Town Center Park.
In addition to the annual 5K run on September 13, BodyPlex Family Fitness is offering a 10K route along the Suwanee Greenway. Participants may run in one or both races for the same entry fee. Registration is now 
$20, and T-shirts will be provided while supplies last. On-site registration will be available race day beginning at 6:30 a.m. The 5K race will begin at 7:30 a.m. The 10K starts at 8:30 a.m. Both races begin and end at Town Center Park. Awards will be given to approximately 70 individuals in various age groups and kids 12 and under who complete the course. For more information, contact BodyPlex of Suwanee at 770/614-6140.
The annual parade kicks off Suwanee Day at 10 a.m.; this year’s parade theme is, of course, “Totally ’80s.” Read the rest of this entry »
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4BR/2.5BA Master-on-Main, Cul-de-sac Home for Sale - Lawrenceville
September 7th, 2008 Categories: Atlanta Real Estate, Diamond Dwellings, Gwinnett County
Check out the newest listing in the Gwinnett county area. This 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath home with updated kitchen and master bath is located in Lawrenceville just off Hwy 29 and Ronald Regan Pkwy.
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Suwanee City Hall Clock Tower at Sunrise
September 3rd, 2008 Categories: Gwinnett County, Suwanee Fun Stuff
Again, the view over the Town Center Park continues to change daily as construction continues on the new Suwanee City Hall building. I was fortunate this morning to catch the sunrise streaming through steel frame for the top of the clock tower being assembled by welders on the ground before lifting it into its final position 115 feet above the park. The beauty of the sky and bright orange sun surrounding the early morning construction activity reflects Suwanee’s dedication to preserving its natural beauty and history amidst thirving growth and prosperity.
Enjoy the scenery and look for more in the weeks ahead as the City Hall approaches completion in mid-December.
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Suwanee Smooth Jazz in September
September 2nd, 2008 Categories: Gwinnett County, Suwanee Events, Suwanee Fun Stuff
This Friday night (September 5th) marks the beginning of fall with Suwanee Town Center Park’s September Smooth Jazz Concert sponsored by WJZZ 107.5 and Hennessy Jaguar. October’s concert will be the last of the season on October 3rd.
Come out to hear the six strings of Steve Oliver as he returns to Suwanee Town Center Park. Listen as his guitar creates the sound of a grand piano or a mighty blow on the horns, while he entertains with his versatile vocals. If you visit his website, then you will want to experience his talent in this live performance. The show kicks off with the 7p.m. performance of jazz drummer, Bernard Linnette.
Earlier this summer, Oliver released his greatest hits on his first ever DVD/CD two-disk set, One Night Live.
Avoid the hassle of traffic and parking by taking advantage of the free off-site parking and shuttle. Off-site parking at the Shawnee North Business Center, 305 Shawnee North Drive at Lawrenceville-Suwanee Road with free shuttle transportation to Town Center Park will be provided from 6:30-10:30 p.m.
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Great New Restaurant In Nearby Buford
August 25th, 2008 Categories: Gwinnett County, Suwanee Fun Stuff
If you are looking for a new place to enjoy some very fine food, great wine and incredible atmosphere, then you should check out Bella Vita Italian Bistro. Bella Vita is Laurie Attaway’s newest restaurant and is comparable in atmosphere and style to her signature restaurant, Aqua Terra Bistro in historic Buford, with the same focus on excellent food, service and presentation.
Just a short drive up Buford Hwy, you will find Bella Vita in the midst of the Buford Village, the mixed-use development at the corner of Hamilton Mill Rd and Buford Highway. The restaurant is one of the first businesses to open in this new development, which hopes to gain the same level success as Madison Park at Suwanee Town Center. Laurie Attaway’s restaurant fits very well with stylish “live, work, play” environment being created by these new community centers. Bella Vita, like Olde Towne Tavern and Ippolito’s in Suwanee, will provide a community gathering place and fine dining for Buford Village residents, employees and customers of the other surrounding shops, and visitors from nearby communities like Hamilton Mill and Suwanee. I hope to see more businesses and residents moving into the Buford Village soon to support this life-style concept.
My wife and I celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary at Bella Vita and had such a great time that we went back two nights later with my wife’s parents to share the experience with them. On both nights, every member of the staff serving us was exceptional in their efforts to make everything about the experience memorable. We were especially impressed with Laurin (with an “i”), our waitress for the anniversary dinner, because she was such a pleasant, fun person to meet. We will be back again soon.
Read more about Bella Vita by Lori Johnston (8/1/2008) - AJC AccessAtlanta
Originally posted on Hamilton Mill Dwellings
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Watching Suwanee City Hall Rise With The Sun
August 15th, 2008 Categories: Suwanee Fun Stuff, Suwanee Real Estate
As construction continues on the new Suwanee City Hall building, the view over the park changes daily. This morning the sunrise followed the rising hook of the huge crane as it lifted the last huge steel arch being placed on the front of the building.
The building was designed specifically to point back to Suwanee’s days as a railroad stop. The huge arching roof and clock tower are reminiscent of grand historic railway stations. Sunrise at these railway stations always preceded a rush of activity, and the rising arches of the new Suwanee City Hall precedes the new growth and opportunity for the future of Suwanee’s residents and businesses.
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