The Lawrence Hotel, the first upscale, boutique, full-service hotel in downtown Lawrenceville, will host three career fairs during the month of May. Set to officially open its doors in summer of 2026, the hotel invites Georgia residents, current hospitality professionals, and those who wish to enter the hospitality space to apply for several front of house and back of house positions.
Chase Wynn, who will be general manager of The Lawrence, says: “We’re looking for team members and staff who truly embody the core values and elements that will make a stay at The Lawrence distinguishable from that of any other. It’s not just about being able to do the job – whether it’s housekeeping, night auditing, or servicing an event, but mainly and most importantly, delivering a memorable guest experience and award-winning level of service that’s unmatched in standard and defined by kindness and authenticity. We are memory makers, and we carry that responsibility with us in everything we do.”
The Lawrence’s hiring events will take place at the Lawrenceville Arts Theatre, at 125 North Clayton Street, on the following dates and times:
- Saturday, May 9, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.;
- Thursday, May 14, Noon – 6 p.m.; and
- Wednesday, May 20, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The Lawrence has a variety of open positions available, including banquet captain and servers; bartenders, bell captain, cooks, dishwashers, host and hostesses, room attendants, lobby personnel; night auditors; and others. Attendees should bring printed copies of their resumes, wear business professional attire, and be prepared for interviews highlighting their previous professional experience.
The Lawrence, a Hilton Tapestry property, will feature four stories of room décor and furnishings and serve as an anchor for downtown Lawrenceville’s arts, culture, gathering, and dining scene. The hotel will offer guests two dining options, including signature restaurant Bellfire and beverage-forward Old Nick’s. It will have more than 6,000 square-feet of indoor and outdoor event and meeting space, a fitness center, and an inviting outdoor courtyard.
- Additional information about The Lawrence is available on its website at https://thelawrencehotel.com/.
GC&B, 4 breweries to host ReBREWable Energy
For the third year in a row, in a combined celebration of Earth Day, environmental activism, small business, and craft beer, Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful (GC&B) has partnered with several local breweries for a flavorful fundraising initiative.
Now through May 21, four of Gwinnett’s distinctive breweries will offer their own interpretation of the limited release ReBREWable Energy. From an IPA to a pale ale to an amber lager, each is thoughtfully crafted to benefit Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful with a portion of the proceeds from each pint sold. Those proceeds will be used to further the eco-focused nonprofit’s mission of Connecting People and Resources for a Sustainable Gwinnett.
GC&B Executive Director Schelly Marlatt says: “This has become one of our favorite initiatives of the year. The brewmasters at each of the participating breweries are so supportive of our organization, and the breweries take great care to help build awareness of Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful, Earth Day, and the importance of environmental stewardship. We want to pay it forward by encouraging all those beer lovers out there to visit all four breweries and sample their individual interpretations of ReBREWable Energy. Not only will they support Gwinnett Clean and Beautiful with each pint purchased, but they’ll also support four locally owned small businesses. We only ask that everyone please drink responsibly while doing something good for both the environment and their community.”
To enjoy a pint of ReBREWable Energy, individuals 21 years of age and older can visit:
- CROOKED CAN BREWING COMPANY, 2265 Wisteria Drive in Snellville;
- INDIO BREWING, 5019 West Broad Street in Sugar Hill;
- SOCIAL FOX BREWING,- 20 Skin Alley in Norcross; and
- STILLFIRE BREWING, 343 U.S. Highway 23 in Suwanee.
Marlatt added that ordering a pint of ReBREWable Energy before the initiative ends on May 21 is just one way to take action for the environment. She also suggested volunteering for an upcoming event – like the June 13 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day, becoming a part of the Adopt-A-Stream or Adopt-A-Road programs, or taking steps to recycle right at home, school, and work. As for those who elect to raise a glass of ReBREWable Energy, she said, “We appreciate every penny raised in support of our programs. When combined with our environmental cleanup and recycling events, these efforts are devoted to making our little corner of the world a cleaner, greener, more vibrant place to live, work, play, raise a family, and conduct business.”
Snellville native publishes 203-page novel
Snellville native James W. Cofer has published a novel, 2036, the Year China Invades America. The 203-page book is available from Amazon. Cofer, who now lives in Birmingham, Ala., retired in 2005 as the associate director of the Georgia Tech Research Institute. He had a 42-year career in radar, satellite communications and foreign missile threat analysis.
The book depicts a sudden, comprehensive 2036 invasion of the U.S. by the Chinese People’s Liberation Army. It explores a scenario where, following a secretly planned attack and the disabling of U.S. satellites, China successfully takes over, ending the “American Experiment.”
EMC Foundation awards $48,800 to Gwinnett charities
The Jackson EMC Foundation board of directors awarded a total of $77,065 in grants for organizations during its recent meeting, including $48,800 to organizations serving Gwinnett County.
- $9,000 to Acceptance Recovery Center, Inc., Athens, to support low-income individuals in Clarke, Franklin, Gwinnett, Hall, Jackson, Madison and Oglethorpe counties with substance use disorders with access to recovery services.
- $8,000 to Connectability, Inc., Dahlonega, for its Sidekicks Community Events Program for caregivers and individuals with physical, intellectual and development disabilities in Gwinnett, Hall and Lumpkin counties to participate in inclusive family events.
- $8,000 to Glory, Hope & Life, Inc., Gainesville, for its For Her Glory program to provide wigs, nutrition supplements and compression garments for cancer patients in need in Banks, Barrow, Hall, Gwinnett, Jackson and Lumpkin counties.
- $8,000 to Hi-Hope Service Center, Inc., Lawrenceville, for its Community Access Program to support individuals with disabilities in Gwinnett County to participate in community engagement activities.
- $7,000 to Freedom Path Counseling, Inc., Lawrenceville, for its Counseling Support Program for residents in Barrow, Clarke, Franklin, Gwinnett, Hall, Jackson, Lumpkin and Madison counties seeking counseling.
- $4,800 to Georgia Wellness Group, Lawrenceville, for its Maternal Health Access & Equity Program to provide free and low-cost mental and behavioral health counseling services to individuals in Barrow, Gwinnett and Jackson counties.
- $4,000 to Wellroot Family Service for its Healthy Families North Georgia Program to provide home visiting services designed to prevent abuse and neglect for residents in Gwinnett, Hall and Lumpkin counties.
Jackson EMC Foundation grants are made possible by the 226,245 participating cooperative members who have their monthly electric bills rounded to the next dollar amount through the Operation Round Up program.
