Who We Are
Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier helps kids and teens achieve great futures by providing a fun, safe and encouraging environment made just for them. Our programs encourage healthy lifestyles, build character and achieve academic success so they leave the Club as well-rounded individuals with a plan for the future.
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We couldn't let #teacherappreciationweek end without saying "Thank you" to all of the amazing teachers who work at the Clubs after school and during the summer. Thank you, teachers, for going above and beyond to tutor students at the Club! ... See MoreSee Less
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Congratulations to this years Rubber Duck Derby WINNERS!
$10,000 GRAND PRIZE: Gina Farmer
1st Prize: Matt Sullins
2nd Prize: Lex Durham
3rd Prize: Anthony Ward
4th Prize: John & Toni Bringuel
5th Prize: Eric McNair
6th Prize: Brad Howard
7th Prize: Carl People’s
8th Prize: John & Denise Burgess
Thank you to everyone who adopted a duck - because of you, we are able to provide impactful programs every day after school and during the summer for over 7,500+ kids and teens. With your support, Clubs will have the tools they need to provide a safe and positive place for those who need it most.
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25th Annual Rubber Duck Derby race!! ... See MoreSee Less
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The 25th Annual Rubber Duck Derby is in full swing!!! We have SO MANY activities for the entire family so be sure to stop by! We are here at Lake Lanier Olympic Park until 3:00 pm… and the rubber ducks take off to race at 2:30! ... See MoreSee Less
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What a great day for the duck derby!
We knew we could count on you!!! We have officially met 100% of our goal and 25,000 Rubber Ducks will race to the finish line for their adoptive parents tomorrow at our 25th annual Rubber Duck Derby! For more details about the event, visit this link: www.facebook.com/events/945260233592331 ... See MoreSee Less
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Join us tomorrow for our 25th Annual Rubber Duck Derby and Look for us tonight at Tap It Growlers at First Friday on the square to adopt a duck!𝐂𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐮𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐞𝐞𝐤!
Get out and discover all that Gainesville has to offer! With trivia nights, live music, theatre, workout classes and more, we are sure to have something that piques your interest!
𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭
• Cinco de Mayo Craft Week: All Week @ Interactive Neighborhood for Kids
𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝐧𝐝
• RMUS Northern Georgia Road Show: 10am-2pm @ The Inked Pig
• Tuesday Run Club with Lanier Running Club: 6pm @ Liquid Nation Brewing
• Pound Fitness with Gainesville Parks & Recreation: 6:30-7:30pm @ Frances Meadows Aquatic Center
𝐖𝐞𝐝𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟑𝐫𝐝
• Story Time Wednesdays: 10am-1pm @ Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
• Mommy and Me Nature Program: 10:30-11:30am @ Elachee Nature Science Center
• Blue Sky Concert featuring Rodney Applebee: 11:30am-1:30pm @ Downtown Gainesville
𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟒𝐭𝐡
• Beginner Line Dancing (50+): 1pm @ Gainesville-Hall Community Council On Aging
• Artist Talk - Claudia Wilburn on “NAVIGATE BY RECKONING”: 6-8pm @ Brenau University Galleries
𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟓𝐭𝐡
• Weekly Social Paddle with Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club - LCKC: 12-2pm @ Lake Lanier Olympic Park
• Sunset Paddle with Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club - LCKC: 6:30-8:30pm @ Lake Lanier Olympic Park
• First Friday Concert featuring Willie Ziavino & C.O.T Band: 7-10pm @ Downtown Gainesville
• Moonlight Paddle with Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club - LCKC: 8:30-10:30pm @ Lake Lanier Olympic Park
𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟔𝐭𝐡
• Discovery Saturday: 9am-3pm @ Elachee Nature Science Center
• Book Signing with Myra Galloway: 11am-2pm @ The Next Chapter Bookstore
• 25th Annual Rubber Duck Derby with Boys & Girls Clubs of Lanier: 11am-3pm @ Lake Lanier Olympic Park
• Summer Music Series - Fly Betty Band: 8-10:30pm @ The Arts Council
𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟕𝐭𝐡
• Learn to Dragon Boat Day with Lanier Canoe and Kayak Club - LCKC: 2-5pm @ Lake Lanier Olympic Park
• Open Mic Night: 2-7pm @ Downtown Drafts
For More Events: www.exploregainesville.org/events/
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We need your help... today is the last day to adopt ducks online and we are only about 1500 ducks short of being sold out!!! Help us meet our goal and adopt a rubber duck (or multiple... definitely multiple) for a chance to win some awesome prizes like Chick-fil-A for two for a YEAR, a $10,000 CASH grand prize, an expenses-paid golf trip, and more! For a full list of prizes and to adopt your ducks, visit this link: www.duckrace.com/gainesville/adopt
Join us TOMORROW, Saturday, May 6 from 11:00 AM-3:00 PM for family-friendly fun at Lake Lanier Olympic Park for the 25th Annual Rubber Duck Derby. Ducks race at 2:30. Enjoy several food options, drinks, beer from Tap It Growlers, bounce houses, a petting zoo, and much more! ... See MoreSee Less
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