A safe and healthy space for Spanish speaking individuals with disabilities and their caregivers to make new positive connections, participate in workshops and learn about resources to make everyday life more positive.

Un espacio seguro y saludable para que las personas hablahispanas con discapacidades y sus cuidadores puedan establecer nuevas conexiones positivas, participar en talleres y aprender sobre recursos para hacer la vida cotidiana más positiva.

All Ages

Free

Board of Commissioners' Executive Sessions may be held for the purposes of conducting business to discuss matters properly excluded from the Georgia Open Meetings Act.  The meetings are open to the public until they are called to order.  At that time, only board members and appropriate staff will be allowed to remain in the meetings.

Location:  Gwinnett Justice and Administration Center, 75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, GA  30046

Sessions are designed to build professional skills, personal growth and sense of community for adults with IDD. This hands-on program combines vocational training and life-enriching activities with inclusion at its forefront. From cooking and creative arts to wellness, and vocational skills, participants will explore new strengths while enjoying a safe and supportive environment. One session each month highlights practical job skills, while the other focuses on life-enrichment and creative expression—making every meeting a chance to learn, grow, and connect with friends. We can’t wait to see you there!

Session Structure: Welcome & Check-In (10 min) ● Simple introductions, feelings check (“thumbs up, middle, down”), review of last session as programming goes on. Main Activity (60 mins) ● assisted, adapted, step-by-step with visual cues. Break & Social Time (10 min - may be in the middle of the activity) ● Snack, stretch, restroom, and light clean-up. Reflection & Wrap-Up (10 min) ● Share one thing learned, preview next session.

Ages: 18 and up

Fee: $12.00 Gwinnett Resident

Starting a Business Roundtable

Big dreams. Smart starts. Real talk about launching your business.

Join aspiring and early-stage entrepreneurs for an interactive discussion about what it really takes to start a business. This roundtable, facilitated by the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center resident mentor, is a space to share ideas, ask questions, and explore key topics like business planning, funding, licensing, and local support programs. You’ll leave with greater clarity, confidence, and next steps for turning your business idea into reality.

Seating is limited, please RSVP in advance. 

Benefits of Attending:

• Learn the essential steps to start and structure your business

• Get answers to common questions about funding, registration, and permits

• Discover local resources, workshops, and mentoring programs

• Build confidence by hearing from others on the same journey

• Connect with a supportive community of new entrepreneurs

Highlights:

• Free event, no membership required

• Open to anyone exploring or starting a business

• Practical, discussion-based format

• Supportive and welcoming environment

• Hosted at the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center with light refreshments

Networking

The Center stays open 30 minutes after the event for you to network with the other participants. 

Roundtable Host

David McCulloch 

Event Contact: 

Greg Goebel, ggoebel@ggc.edu 

View Notices, Agendas, and Minutes.

The GEC Small Business Collectives will provide a comfortable and confidential environment for small business entrepreneurs to share ideas, network, and discuss the challenges of business. These peer-to-peer gatherings last for 90 minutes, providing a convenient opportunity for busy individuals to come together and collaborate.

• Sign up anytime
• Attend whenever you can 
• Free, no membership required
• Open to people from any sector
• Coffee & water provided
• Feel free to bring your breakfast 

Participants are expected to participate in the discussions they attend and to maintain complete confidentiality.  These peer groups provide a unique opportunity to share professional experiences, successes and discuss business challenges, while building lasting relationships. Additionally, It provides a platform for small business entrepreneurs to be kept accountable, brainstorm, collaborate, gain feedback, and learn from one another as part of a valuable support network.

This is an ideal opportunity for individuals to broaden their perspectives, expand their network, and find new ways to grow their businesses.

Meets on: First & Third Wednesday of Each Month

7:30am - 9:00am

(No meeting on December 20th)

Coffee & Water Provided. Feel free to bring your breakfast.

Join us for a peaceful and picturesque Winter Photography Hike at Bethesda Park, specially designed with active adults in mind. Enjoy the crisp winter air and the quiet beauty of the season as we stroll along the park's scenic 1.5-mile paved trail — perfect for all mobility levels. 

Whether you're a seasoned photographer or just love capturing nature's quiet moments on your phone, this guided hike offers plenty of opportunities to snap stunning shots of winter landscapes, birds, and more. 

Ages: 50 and up

Fee: $10.00 Gwinnett Resident