Duluth Animal Hospital is a full-service animal hospital offering orthopedic surgery, laparoscopy, ultrasound, endoscopy, advanced dentistry, internal medicine and boarding. They were the very first veterinary hospital in Duluth when they opened in 1979 and they have been the recipients of number awards since then including: “BEST OF GWINNETT” award for 16 years, Angie’s List Super Service Awards, a Pinnacle Business Award, NextDoor Neighborhood Favorite for the past several years and they hold accreditation with the American Animal Hospital Association. AAHA is the highest level of certification an animal hospital can achieve and it helps DAH to stay on the cutting edge of expert medical care and surgery.

One of their favorite things about being in Duluth is the rich history the city has to offer. They have a lot of pride in their hometown and the people (and pets) in it and that is why they strive to provide a family atmosphere for all patients.

Fun fact: Duluth Animal Hospital has two of the most unique mascots around! Ask to meet Roo, the two-legged Chihuahua, and Penny, the fluffy chicken, the next time you take your pet in for their wellness check-up!

Where can you find them:

Visit them at 2965 Buford Highway, Duluth, Ga, 30096

Online: www.duluthanimalhospital.com

Facebook and Instagram: DuluthAnimalHospital

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Are you looking for something new to watch on Netflix tonight? Check out Dolly Parton’s Heartstrings, Episode 1: Jolene. You just may spot a few familiar Downtown Duluth landmarks!

For more information on filming in Duluth, please visit HERE.

Chattahoochee Yoga got their start by partnering with the City of Duluth Parks & Recreation department to offer classes to Duluth Residents. Since then, studio owner and local Duluthian, Katie Karel, has grown this Local HotSpot into a 3,200 square foot studio space on Buford Hwy which offers not only group and private classes in Yoga, Pilates and Barre but also a comprehensive Yoga & Barre teacher training program and options for moms and moms-to-be with Prenatal/Mommy & Me Yoga and Pilates. The best part, they offer classes for all experience levels; everyone is welcome!

When asked why they love Duluth, they said “Our favorite part of being in Duluth is that we provide services to our neighbors. Katie loves when she realizes her new clients literally live around the corner! Since opening the business, she is constantly running into people she has met through the studio at Fridays-N-Duluth, and other events the City hosts and it has really made her feel like Duluth is her home.”

Mention that you found them through the Local HotSpot campaign and receive $10 off their $59 New Client Group Class: Unlimited Yoga, Barre & Mat Pilates for 1 month or $20 off $180 for their New Client Pilates Reformer Group 8 Class Package.

 

Where can you find them:

Visit their Studio at 2715 Buford Hwy #300, Duluth, GA 30096

Online at www.chattahoocheeyoga.com

Facebook: @ChattahoocheeYoga

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The City of Duluth is proud to announce that we have been selected as a drop off location for Toys for Tots!

If you are able to donate a toy please drop the unwrapped toy/toys off at one of the following locations no later than December 13th, 2019. The City of Duluth would like to thank you in advance for your generosity and support for Toys for Tots.

Duluth Police Department
3276 Buford Hwy
Duluth, Ga. 30096

WalletHub compared more than 1,200 U.S. cities with populations between 25,000 and 100,000 based on 42 key indicators of livability. They range from housing costs to school-system quality to restaurants per capita. Duluth finished in the 76^th percentile.

Other Georgia cities on the list that finished above the 50th percentile include Alpharetta (97), Peachtree City (86), Johns Creek (83), Kennesaw (80), Milton (79), Marietta (69), Smyrna (63).

To view the article and a complete list of the results, visit: https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-small-cities-to-live-in/16581/

In an unprecedented display of creativity, the Duluth City Council approved the purchase of a home in an established community for the purpose of creating a direct connection to downtown.  In January of 2019, this home in the Willbrooke Community was demolished and the site was re-purposed as a pocket park with a pedestrian trail.  The park now serves as the trail head for a new 8’ wide pedestrian facility that leads to the (future) public sidewalks in the new “South on Main” Community currently under construction along Hardy Street, between Hill and Main Streets.

This direct connection to downtown allows the 240 remaining homes within the established neighborhood, as well as additional homes in adjacent neighborhoods, to walk into town and experience dining, shopping, theater, green space, and a new library (coming soon), without ever having to get into their cars.

The park and trail include amenities such as pleasant landscaping, lighting for nighttime access, security cameras for 24-hour safety, benches for respite, and a doggie waste station for well…you know.  The City worked closely with the HOA and the neighbors adjacent to the park site to ensure privacy, security, and proper drainage.  The City also coordinated closely with the adjacent builder of the “South on Main” community to ensure smooth transition between properties.

On October 24th, 2019, the City of Duluth was recognized by the Partnership Gwinnett Metro Atlanta Redevelopment Summit as a Runner Up in the category of Neighborhood Redevelopment for the installation of the Willbrooke Connector.

 

Double, double toil and trouble; fire burn and cauldron bubble. Howl on the Green returns to Downtown Duluth on October 25^th from 6:00-10:00pm and all the ghouls, goblins and fairytale characters are invited.

This annual event brings thousands to Duluth Town Green; providing families a safe and family friendly environment to celebrate the season. The event kicks off at 6pm with food trucks, free inflatables, free hay rides and costume contest registration. From 7-8pm, the shops of Downtown Duluth open their doors for trick-or-treaters. At 8pm, there will be a costume contest with great prizes for first place winners in each category (2 years and under, 3-5 year, 6-10 years, 11-17 years, 18+, group, and pet). The night turns to fright at 9pm with a unique Twisted Fairytale performance you can only see here featuring mystical creatures, aerialists, fire dancers and more.

Residents are in for quite the treat at this FREE event! For more information, visit https://www.duluthga.net/community/howl_on_the_green.php

Are you ready to Time Warp?! The City of Duluth and Lips Down on Dixie are bringing the Rocky Horror Picture Show with a live shadow cast to the Red Clay Theater on October 19^th for a Midnight showing.

If you are easily offended this show is not for you! Expect foul language and lewd behavior as audience participation is encouraged. To enhance guest experience, we will be providing free prop kits to all guests that will include noise makers, newspaper, party hats and more! They will also include a guide so everyone knows when to use each prop.

This event is free to attend and entrance will be given on a first come, first served basis. Please note that seating is limited. Doors will open at 11:30pm and the pre-show will begin at Midnight. No one under the age of 18 will be permitted without a parent or guardian.

For more information, please visit: www.duluthga.net/events.