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🌱 Patch AM: Have you seen this missing 82-year-old Lawrenceville man?
Coming up on the Lawrenceville Patch calendar: Gwinnett County Kwanzaa 2025 - Celebrating Kujichagulia: Self-Determination
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In today's newsletter:
- Have you seen this missing 82-year-old Lawrenceville man?
- How a Lawrenceville driver was linked to a deadly Athens crash
- What do Lawrenceville neighbors say they love about growing older?
Also on today's calendar: Gwinnett County Kwanzaa 2025 - Celebrating Kujichagulia: Self-Determination and 3 more events.
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Today's riddle: What did the clock say when it ran out of batteries? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Warm with clouds and sun, with a high of 70 and low of 58 degrees.
- Saturday: Very warm with low clouds, temps: high: 72, low: 54.
- Sunday: Warm with areas of low clouds, with a high of 68 and low of 55 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Gwinnett Police asks for public's help locating 82-year-old man (11alive.com) — An 82-year-old man with dementia is missing from a home on Silver Charm Lane SW in Lawrenceville, and Gwinnett County Police are asking residents to help locate him. Family members say he disappeared after Christmas morning gift-opening and may be wearing blue plaid pajama pants, tennis shoes, and possibly a red Gap hoodie. Neighbors are urged to stay alert and contact police with any sightings. 
• Pregnant woman dies after husband killed in Clarke County crash (fox5atlanta.com) — A Lawrenceville woman was identified as the wrong-way driver in a deadly multi-vehicle crash on GA 10 in Athens that has now claimed four lives, including a pregnant woman and her unborn child. Police say the Kia Seltos driven by the Lawrenceville resident struck several vehicles before catching fire, and the investigation into what caused the tragedy is still ongoing.
• Sharing the benefits of growing older (ajc.com) — A Lawrenceville resident is among several Georgians sharing how growing older has brought more peace, perspective, and appreciation for everyday moments. Locals describe simplifying life, enjoying family, and finding new purpose in retirement, from volunteering with kids to joining hiking groups. Their reflections highlight aging as a privilege that can deepen gratitude and community connections.
📸 Around Lawrenceville
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Lawrenceville
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★ Featured events ★
- Gwinnett County Kwanzaa 2025 - Celebrating Kujichagulia: Self-Determination
Gwinnett County Public Library - Duluth Branch, 3180 Main St, Duluth
1:00 pm
Saturday December 27
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Other local events
- *SASSY SATURDAY GIRLS NIGHT*
Painting with a Twist , 178 E Crogan St Suite 230 , Lawrenceville
5:00 pm - Bring in the New Year with Worship
McKendree United Methodist Church , 1570 Lawrenceville-Suwanee Rd , Lawrenceville
11:00 am - *FAMILY DAY* A Super Sweet House
Painting with a Twist , 178 E Crogan St Suite 230 , Lawrenceville
2:00 pm - New Year's Day - City Offices Closed
Lawrenceville, GA Calendar Lawrenceville, GA 30046 - Planning Commission Public Hearing
Lawrenceville, GA Calendar , 70 S Clayton Street , Lawrenceville
6:00 pm
Saturday December 27
Sunday December 28
Thursday January 1
Monday January 5
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Boost Your Project Management Techniques Training in Snellville, GA
Regus - Snellville - Shoppes at Webb Gin , 1350 Scenic Hwy N Suite 266 , Snellville
9:00 am - Bekah Marie Music: Bekah Marie solo acoustic
StillFire Brewing , 343 US-23 , Suwanee
3:00 pm - ANNUAL CHRISTMAS GATHERING ...after Christmas! Ugly Sweater Cabaret!
Studio 107 an Event Venue , 1990 Main St E Ste f , Snellville
7:00 pm - "Honey Bee" Beginner Youth Class
Archery Learning Center and Bowhunting Proshop , 2164 Fountain Square , Snellville
10:00 am - Salsa Boot Camp Atlanta - Beginner & Beyond Basic
Mar del Pilar Jewelry , 550 Pleasant Hill Rd C-203 , Lilburn
12:20 pm - Adult Beginner Class
Archery Learning Center and Bowhunting Proshop , 2164 Fountain Square , Snellville
3:30 pm - Del Rio Dacula Saturday 7PM w/late entry until 9:30PM
Del Rio Mexican Grill , 1342 Auburn Rd , Dacula
7:00 pm
Friday December 26
Saturday December 27
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💬 Chatter
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- Good evening friends and family.
I just received a phone call from Gwinnett County Police department stating they are looking for the parents of a autistic non verbal 14yr black … (Nextdoor Millridge) - Happy Christmas Eve to all.
Just sharing Rescue Pal’s here which is an organization that rescues pups. So many cases in Gwinnett County and Hall County with pups needing to be… (Nextdoor Gates Mill)
- Dollar Tree Family Dollar - Dollar Tree, Inc. posted a job opening for Stocker in Lawrenceville. Apply here.
- Georgia Gwinnett College posted a job opening for Student Assistant - Software Development and Grant Administrative (NSF - HSI) in Lawrenceville. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Lawrenceville here.
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Snellville
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