See the Largest Nutcracker Collection in Georgia

Check out these events scheduled this weekend in the area, according to Explore Gwinnett (Gwinnett Visitor's and Convention Bureau), and find even more on the Gwinnett Weekends pdf attached to this article.

Buford: Parent’s Shopping Day

• Dec. 14: Need some time away from the kids to shop? (Or,  to just get away from the kids?). The Bogan Park Community Center near Buford provides kids with pizza, crafts and games as you do your secret shopping. For ages 6-12. (10 a.m.-3 p.m., $25, 678-277-0850, pre-register, www.gwinnettparks.com)

Dacula: Christmas at Elisha Winn House

• Dec. 14: Elisha Winn House near Dacula will be open and decorated for the holidays. (12 p.m.-4 p.m., free)

Duluth: Georgia’s Largest Nutcracker Collection

• Dec. 14-15: (Also Dec. 21-22) The Strickland House near Duluth opens its doors to the Enchanted Christmas Idea House, with the largest Nutcracker collection in Georgia, hand-sculpted Santas, holiday artwork, professional decorated Christmas trees and mantles, culinary creations and much more! (Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m.-6 p.m., $10, 678-642-9486)

Duluth: Winter Fest 2013

• Dec. 14: Duluth’s Town Green has live entertainment from the ALL STAR Performing Arts Academy and the Duluth Idol winners, as well as a winter market. Shop for special holiday treats. (9 a.m.- 3 p.m., Free, 770-476-3434)

Lawrenceville: Elf on a Shelf Dinner

• Dec. 13: Kids (age 3-plus) enjoys an evening of food, music, dancing and a visit from the big elf at the Gwinnett Historic Courthouse in Lawrenceville. Adults must accompany children. Pre-registration required, code: GHCH14507. (6 p.m.-7:30 p.m., $12, 770-822-5450)

Lilburn: Free Pancakes with St. Nick

• Dec. 14: The Lilburn Knights of Columbus hosts a breakfast with Santa Claus. Free food. Digital pictures of Santa and your child will be taken and made available free of charge as high resolution downloads on www.kofclilburn.org. (8 a.m., free)

Loganville: 8th Annual Jingle Jog for Autism

• Dec. 14: The eighth annual Jingle Jog at Loganville High School benefits FACES (Families of Autism/Asperger’s, Care, Educate and Support) to provide summer camp for children on the Autism Spectrum for ages 3-22 serving Walton County and surrounding counties. (12 p.m., race-day registration $25)

Norcross: Best Christmas Pageant Ever

• Dec. 12-13: The Lionheart Theatre in Norcross shows this beloved classic about six very unruly children who teach a whole church about the true meaning of the birth of Christ. (7 p.m., $10, 770-885-0425)

Peachtree Corners: Christmas Run 10K/5K

• Dec. 14: The Peachtree Corners Christmas Run at Christ the King Lutheran Church, benefits 10 Peachtree Corners non-profits. (Registration 7:15 a.m.-9 a.m., Race 9:30 a.m., $25-$30, 404-448-4701)

Snellville: Breakfast with Santa

• Dec. 14: Enjoy a light breakfast, a craft, and a visit from Santa, Mrs. Claus, and the elves at the Centerville Community Center. Pre-registration is recommended. (10 a.m.-12 p.m., $3, plus five canned goods, 770-985-4713)

Suwanee: Sculptour

• Through Dec. 31:  The Suwanee Sculptour is a walkable outdoor exhibit, tour that features 15 pieces on loan from various artists from around the country and close to home. (all day, 770-945-8996)