COMMUNITY

The positioning of The Grove was strategic, not just for its central location but because of its historical significance as well. The name “The Grove” comes from the notable grove of trees that flourished on the property before the City purchased it. This tree grove was the site of numerous family reunions during the City’s founding days. Today, the City of Snellville holds on to cherished photos of the reunions as a reminder of the site’s intended purpose.

The Grove promises to preserve its history by bringing hundreds of locals together daily in a thriving business community unlike anything the City has ever had. Snellville’s goal is for any businesses that take root at The Grove to be locally owned. Perhaps the most prominent way it aims to bring small business owners into the new environment is by moving the Snellville Farmers Market from its current location at City Hall to The Grove, bringing local vendors from across Gwinnett County.

Meanwhile, the City’s biggest partner in the development, MidCast, is focused on the advancements The Grove could bring to Snellville’s private sector. Along with 250 new apartments and 25 new townhomes, MidCast has partnered with Thrive Coworking, a collaborative work environment with plans to set up a coworking space in the new library. With most of Snellville’s current resident base being single families living in detached housing, adding apartments, townhomes and modern workspaces is expected to bring an entirely new demographic to the area.

With so many young professionals and entrepreneurs searching for collaborative spaces, walkability and low-cost housing, The Grove will open the door to a long future of growth, ideation and camaraderie in Snellville.

CITY OF SNELLVILLE summer

Food Truck Fridays

Farmers Market

Star Spangled Snellville

Live on the Lawn Concerts

Snellville Centennial

Celebration fall Food Truck Fridays

Live on the Lawn Concert

Taste of Snellville

Fall Festival winter

Veterans Celebration

Christmas Tree Lighting

Lighted Christmas Parade

With close to 50,000 people living in a five to ten-mile radius of the new development, The Grove will impact current Snellville residents in a big way. The City has done its part in educating residents on what this means for Snellville and gaging interest, which has been overwhelmingly positive so far.

“We have seen a ripple effect of interest from folks in and around Snellville. Projects like The Grove show people that the mayor and council are interested and willing to create change that will benefit them,” explains Brian Arrington, Snellville’s Public Information Officer.

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