Good morning, Gainesville.

Hall County Animal Services has installed microchip scanning stations at the animal shelter and Laurel Park Dog Park to reunite lost pets with their families.

The 24/7 stations will be maintained regularly + $20 chip replacement appointments are available at the shelter.

Hall County will host its Fourth of July Celebration on Saturday, July 4 at Laurel Park, where DJ Simple Times will play music and Pyrotechnico will light fireworks over Lake Lanier at dusk to mark America's 250th anniversary.

Parking is $15, with proceeds aiding Veterans programs (boat ramp closures apply).

On Friday, July 3, the First Friday Concert Series will move from the square to the Midland Greenway amphitheater at 7:00 p.m. with headliner Fly Betty Band, a preshow by Caleb Carver (4:00‑6:00), and a fireworks display around 9:30.

North Georgia Technical College and Young Harris College signed an agreement to create transfer pathways that let NGTC graduates earn bachelor’s degrees at Young Harris College (covering finance, social work, and criminology programs).

The partnership supports local efforts to expand higher education access in Northeast Georgia.

Storybook & Sensory Bin Experience

10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville — Free entry — Dive into storytelling and sensory exploration for little ones in a lush garden setting.

Flag Painting Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hall County Library Downtown — Free entry — Celebrate America creatively at this Americana-style flag painting workshop with refreshments.

Dueling Pianos with The Andrews Brothers

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — VIP packages available — Enjoy a lively night of dueling pianos featuring The Andrews Brothers.

62nd Annual Independence Day Celebration

— Time not specified — Laurel Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with family-friendly festivities at Hall County's annual event.

Syfan Supports 5K and Fun Run

5-9 p.m. — Midland Greenway — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a community 5K with options for runners of all ages and abilities.

Eggy Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Smithgall Arts Center — Price TBA — Experience the modern jam band vibe with rich songwriting and improvisation from the Connecticut-based quartet.

Summer Clay Camp

Mon-Fri, Jul 20-24 — Quinlan Visual Arts Center — Pricing available upon inquiry — A creative space for all skill levels to explore working with clay.

Tracy Byrd Live Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Hall at Bourbon Brothers — Check venue for ticket prices — Don’t miss Tracy Byrd live—classic hits, incredible voice, and unforgettable country energy await.