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Qwizzy’s World was transformed from a ‘good idea’ to a ‘dream-come-true’
for local entrepreneur Julie Wilson, who designed the site to help her kids study for tests...
Leading Companies and Organizations Sponsor Hit ’Em for Hemophilia Golf Tournament
The tournament, which supports critical research directed toward finding a cure for hemophilia, a hereditary blood clotting disorder that requires very expensive, life-long medical treatment, will be held October 28, 2008 at Château Élan Resort and Winery in Braselton, Georgia...
Aug 19, 2008
Emory Health Sciences: Americans Eating More Processed Sugar, Study Finds
U.S. children and adults consume 54.7 grams of fructose per day, an almost 50 percent increase from a national study sample conducted in 1977-1978, which estimated mean consumption of fructose at 37 grams per day...
Aug 19, 2008
Brain Balance™ Centers Help Children Overcome Autism Symptoms
The Suwanee Brain Balance™ Center incorporates a unique multi-faceted approach to assess and develop individualized intervention plans for children affected by Neurobehavioral/Developmental Disorders...
Aug 18, 2008
Titanic Aquatic to Debut at Georgia Aquarium in August
Through this exhibition, which opens on August 22, the Aquarium will be able to tell the story of the RMS Titanic through authentic artifacts and interactive experiences...
Aug 14, 2008
'Shoes That Fit' Partners with Rack Room Shoes
This partnership allows for the opportunity to raise funds to provide new shoes for thousands of kids who could not otherwise afford them. The result is that these children are provided with the ability to go to school with dignity and in comfort...
Aug 5, 2008
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta Cites 'National Minority Donation Awareness' Day
More than half of the national transplant waiting list consists of multicultural populations because some diseases of the kidney, heart, lung, pancreas and liver that are best treated through transplantation are found more frequently in these populations. Young CHOA patients, Carina and Rylen are success stories thanks to the availability of organs both needed to survive...
Aug 1, 2008
Gwinnett Ballet Theatre Invites Public to Annual Open House
Parents and students can learn about exciting classes in classical ballet, tap, jazz, modern and hip hop. GBT starts children on their dance education beginning at age three. The focus of this school is on the individual young dancer, and classes are kept to a small teacher-child ratio...
Jul 29, 2008
Ashworth High School Provides Accredited Home School Alternative
According to a recent survey by the National Center for Education Statistics, an estimated 1.1 million students nationwide are currently learning at home. Programs like Ashworth’s offer high school students considerable breadth when it comes to homeschooling...
Jul 22, 2008
Suwanee Kiwanis to Host Annual Charity Golf Tournament
The tournament, which takes place on August 19, is an annual fundraiser for the Kiwanis Club and assists in its efforts to benefit children and young adults...
Jul 16, 2008
Gwinnett Glows Promises Fireworks and Fun on the Fourth
Radio station 95.5 The Beat will broadcast live from Historic Courthouse Square. Live entertainment will feature Tim Purcell and the Mustangs on the outdoor stage. Inside the Historic Courthouse, there will be a Piccadilly Puppets show at 5:30 p.m., Carey Henderson’s Magic Show at 6:30 p.m. and much more...
Jul 3, 2008
Teaching Kids How to Study for Tests is Key to Classroom Success
An Atlanta mom has created new online study tool called Qwizzy's World that makes homework time easy and can actually help boost test scores...
Jun 27, 2008
New Features to be Constructed at Bay Creek Park
Phase two construction will include the addition of a 20,000 square-foot lighted skate complex, four lighted tennis courts with shade structures, two lighted half-court basketball courts, an open space area for informal play, 60-ft. picnic pavilion with grill, sand volleyball court, a third playground and two restroom buildings...
Jun 10, 2008
Swim Lessons Available at YMCA
Swim lessons for ages six months to adult at the J.M.Tull Gwinnett Family YMCA began June 3 and will continue through the summer at two-week intervals...
Jun 9, 2008
Buford Trout Hatchery Hosts Guided Bird Walk in Early May
Buford Trout Hatchery offers a combination of habitat that is very attractive to neotropical migrants, making it the perfect location to spot a beautiful summer tanager or orchard oriole. Local bird expert Karen Theodorou will be leading a bird walk along the hatchery’s Lincoln Sparrow Trail...
Apr 25, 2008
Author Offers Healthy Alternative for Battling ADD
The causes of ADD, which is a recurrent pattern of behavior characterized by short attention spans, impulsivity and may include hyperactivity, are hot topics for debate and speculation as to whether it is environmental or genetic. Years of research and studying, consulting with the world’s premiere authorities in holistic medicines and promoting raw food nutrition led David Sandoval to create the Plant-Based Nutrition Program, which he believes can potentially help ADD sufferers...
Apr 23, 2008
