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Peachtree Corners Children Lend Their Hands to Unique Town Green Project

Years from now these 25 pairs of handprints will be a reminder of just how far we’ve come since we incorporated as a city just 6 ½ years ago.

Published

4 years ago

January 4, 2019

Peachtree Corners Magazine staff

Children from Peachtree Elementary born in 2012 put their hand prints in wet cement at a large circular concrete area at the Peachtree Corners Town Center PHOTO / JASON GETZ

Long after the ribbon has been cut on the new Town Center and the last vestiges of the grand opening ceremony have disappeared, a group of children are set to leave a lasting memory of the Town Center’s early days.

On Tuesday, Dec. 18, a group of 25 students from Peachtree Elementary School gathered on the Town Center plaza and placed their handprints in the wet cement along a circular concrete pad that will be dedicated as a Children’s Plaza when the Town Center opens next year. The children, who were all born in 2012, are a nod to the city’s founding date, July 1, 2012.

Despite the chilly weather, the children were eager to add their handprints thus cementing their contribution to the city’s Town Center. The Children’s Plaza, still under construction, is located near the town green. Teachers and parent volunteers assisted in ensuring each little handprint was set to leave a lasting impression.

“This will be a wonderful addition to our Town Center,” said Mayor Mike Mason. “Years from now these 25 pairs of handprints will be a reminder of just how far we’ve come since we incorporated as a city just 6 ½ years ago.”

The Town Center, which is expected to open in spring 2019, is a 21-acre mixed-use development located on the 5200 block of Peachtree Parkway and features entertainment venues, restaurants, shops, townhomes and a 2-acre town green. The town green, designed to be the heart of the Town Center, will include two open-air pavilions, large oval-shaped lawn, performance stage, large screen TVs and café tables. It will also be the site of a veterans’ monument which will honor our men and women who served or are serving our country.

For additional information on the Town Center, including a list of restaurants, retail shops and entertainment venues, please visit the city’s website, www.peachtreecornersga.gov, and select the link marked “Town Center News” on the top right side of the homepage.

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Summer 2022 Town Center Events

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August 11, 2022

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Peachtree Corners Town Center- Town Green

5140 Town Green Blvd., Peachtree Corners

peachtreecornersga.gov

Important Note: All city events are subject to postponement or cancellation due to current health and safety concerns, as well as other mitigating factors. Please check the city website and calendar for updates and COVID protocols. If reservations, masks and other precautions are required, the city’s website will include all necessary information at least one week before the event. Check peachtreecornersga.gov.

For the safety and convenience of all guests the following items are prohibited on the Town Green: glass containers; fires or barbecue grills; hard-sided or large coolers; large or over-sized bags/backpacks, luggage, or duffel bags; fireworks or sparklers; smoking, vaping or use of any tobacco products; illegal substances or drugs; pets or animals, with the exception of service animals; flying objects, including but not limited to sports balls, flying discs, beach, balls or drones; tents, tables or staking. No items can be affixed to any park infrastructure.

2nd Annual Peachtree Corners Decathlon Registration Open

peachtreecornersga.gov/265/PTC-Decathlon-2022

Email Alex Wright at awright@peachtreecornersga.gov with questions.

Registration fee is $20 and includes t-shirt.

Men and women ages 18+ are invited to register for the second annual Peachtree Corners Decathlon to be held on the Town Green Path to Fitness. Sixty participants will compete in 10 events, including wall climb, sandbag carry, rope climb and run. Awards will be presented in several categories.

CrossFit and Yoga on the Green

Thursdays through September 29. 10-11 a.m.

August 4, 11, 18 and 25. September 1, 8, 15, 22 and 29.

Get fit with a free workout offered by Terrance Fox with CrossFit PPG. Everyone is invited, regardless of age or fitness level. This program relies on movements performed at high intensity to achieve a health and fitness level that sustains any lifestyle.

Yoga on the Green

Tuesdays through September 27. 8-9 a.m.

August 9, 16, 23 and 30. September 6, 13, 20 and 27.

Taught by David Penn from Sun Dragon Yoga, this free yoga class will help with flexibility and balance. Bring water (no glass containers), a small towel or two, and a mat if you have one; be sure to wear comfortable clothes.

Flicks on the Green

Saturdays, August 6, September 3 and October 1. 7-9 p.m.

Admission is free. Bring the family, along with a cooler and blanket, to enjoy a movie on the Green.

September 3: Captain America: The First Avenger — During World War II, Steve Rogers is transformed from a frail man into Captain America, the Marvel superhero. He must stop the Red Skull’s plan for world domination.

October 1: Lego Batman — In this computer-generated superhero comedy, Batman needs to overcome his fear of losing his friends to stop the Joker’s evil plans.

Night Music

Saturdays, August 13, September 10 and October 8. 7 p.m.

Admission is free. Every month through October, bands and tribute take to the stage on Town Green.

The Wildflowers. Photo from thewildflowersband.com

August 13: The Wildflowers — The Wildflowers are America’s premier Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers tribute band. With a passion for Petty’s music, they bring music lovers the songs they adore. Be sure to go to peachtreecornersga.gov and click on the calendar for details.

September 10: The Artisanals! with Rosey — The Artisanals! are missionaries of rock and roll that bring their explosive live show to stages around the country. Rosey is a singer-songwriter and rock ‘n roll soul siren who has toured with Morcheeba and Melissa Etheridge.

October 8: Anniversary Celebration with Marcy Playground — 90s alternative rockers Marcy Playground are most known for their 1997 platinum album that included the hit “Sex and Candy,” but they also have noted songs on soundtracks for movies such as Cruel Intentions and Antitrust.

Sports on the Screen

Saturdays, August 20, 7:20 p.m. September 17 and October 15, time TBD. Admission is free.

Bring friends and a loaded cooler to enjoy sports on the Town Green screen.

August 20 — Braves vs Astros
September 17 — TBD
October 15 — UGA vs Vanderbilt

PTC Summer Concert Series — Stayin’ Alive with the Mike Veal Band

Saturdays, August 27 and September 24. 7-10 p.m. Admission is free.

Head over to Town Green on the last Saturday of the month for good times and great music.

August 27: Stayin’ Alive — The quintessential tribute band to the Bee Gees, Stayin’ Alive giving audiences the sights and sounds of a full Bee Gees playlist with hits like “How Deep Is Your Love” and “Jive Talkin’.” The Mike Veal Band opens the show with a hot combination of blues, rock, funk and fun.
September 24: Vertical Horizon with All the Locals — Vertical Horizon’s song “Everything You Want” sold over two million copies and became the most played single of 2000. Today’s Vertical Horizon has evolved and added to their sonic tapestry. The Atlanta-based band All the Locals kicks off the evening at 7 p.m.

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Peachtree Farm Stand- August

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2 days ago

August 9, 2022

Peachtree Corners Magazine staff

Photo from peachtreefarm.org

Peachtree Farm Stand in August

Saturdays, August 13 and 20. 8 a.m.-12 p.m.

Peachtree Farm
356 Research Ct., Peachtree Corners 30092

770-366-9589, peachtreefarm.org

Peachtree Farm Stand is opening at a new location. A nonprofit that provides jobs and training to adults with disabilities, Peachtree Farm provides fresh tomatoes, peaches, corn and more.