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It's Concert Season -- Time to Celebrate: There's something for everyone at the Town Center, from shopping and dining to free concerts, children's activities, yoga and more. Check out the calendar of events here.
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From the Mayor's Desk
The Corners Connector Trail System:
Connecting Places Where People Live, Work and Play
Peachtree Corners is fortunate to have amazing outdoor amenities we can all enjoy, such as the Chattahoochee River, federal and county parks, streams and a thick tree canopy. Everyone who enjoys being outside takes advantage of those areas of our community.
The City intends to create even more of an advantage for our citizens by connecting these wonderful features together with its multi-use trail system, the Corners Connector. Read More
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Town Green Closed for Turf Repairs May 9 - 23 |
Reminder: The oval grassy area at the Town Green will be closed to all activity for two weeks (May 9-23) to repair the turf. The pavilion, children's play areas and Veterans Monument will remain open. |
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Upcoming Town Center Events
May - June - July
Mark your calendars for a variety of fun activities and entertainment at the Town Center. Click on the City Calendar for more info.
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Summer Concert Series: Reservations Required
- Rumours, May 29
- On the Border, Jun 26
- Dead Letter Office, Jul 31
Night Music Series
- Michelle Malone, Jun 12
- Sawgrass Blues Band, Jul 10
Special Events
- Veterans Memorial Day Celebration, May 31, 11:15 a.m.
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Flicks on the Green
- Farris Bueller's Day Off, Jun. 5
- Hook, July 3
Sports on the Screen
Yoga on the Green
- Every Tuesday 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. through Sep 28
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Norcross High School Senior Earns Eagle Scout Rank |
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The Boy Scouts of America’s highest rank is that of Eagle Scout. Achieving this prestigious milestone is considered Scouting’s highest accomplishment.
At its April 27, 2021 meeting, the Peachtree Corners City Council had the pleasure of presenting Peachtree Corners resident Niko Avradopoulos, a senior at Norcross High School, and member of Troop 650, with a formal proclamation in recognition of attaining the rank of Eagle Scout. Read More
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Memorial Day Holiday Trash and Recycle Pickup Schedule
This year Memorial Day is observed on Monday, May 31, which means there will be no garbage and recycle pickup on this day.
All pickup days for the Memorial Day holiday week will be moved forward one day. If your pickup date is Monday, it will be moved to Tuesday, those who receive service on Tuesday will have a Wednesday pickup and so fourth. Residents scheduled for Friday pickup will receive service on Saturday. This schedule change only applies to this week.
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Spring Cornhole Leagues Now Forming
Registration is now open for CornholeATL's summer 7-week league play at the Town Center.
- Registration ends May 31,
- League play begins June 9.
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Health Dept. Offering Walk-in COVID-19 Vaccinations
Good news! The Gwinnett Health Department is now accepting a limited number of no-appointment walk-ins for first dose COVID-19 vaccine at its mass vaccination sites until 5 p.m. each day. Click here to find the closest location.
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Free Photo & Video Classes for Residents |
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The city's free photo and video workshops are back. The Tytan Pictures' crew is returning once again to provide instruction on a variety of photography and video topics.
Due to COVID, the class size will be limited to allow for social distancing requirements. The classes cover everything from camera basics, lighting techniques and landscape photography to tips for advanced photographers.
Check HERE for upcoming classes and information on how to register, location and times. Classes available only for those who live or work in the city.
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Gwinnett Co. Health Dept. Offering Option of Mobile Vaccines
Do you know a Gwinnett Co. business, school, day care, church, neighborhood or nonprofit organization that would be interested in having the Gwinnett County Health Department bring its Mobile Vaccine Team to the location to administer the COVID-19 vaccine?
All that's needed is someone who is willing to organize a group of individuals wanting the vaccine, locate a place large enough to properly socially distance everyone and the Health Department will do the rest.
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Homebound COVID-19 Vaccinations |
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Georgia residents who are currently homebound due to an ongoing physical or mental disability and are unable to travel to a COVID-19 vaccination site can request to receive vaccination at their home. Please email HVS@dph.ga.gov with the following information for the person who requires at home vaccination:
- Name
- Date of birth
- Address
- City
- County
- Contact phone number
Your contact phone number will be used to obtain additional information and schedule the vaccination
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Where to Get Your
COVID-19 Vaccination
All residents age 16 and older are now eligible to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. Vaccines are available by appointment at a number of locations in the north metro area.
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40 New Peachtree Corners Businesses Open in April
City Hall processed new occupational tax certificates for a variety of businesses last month. See the complete list of businesses along with contact information.
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Check City Calendar for Upcoming Events |
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Lightning Safety Tips for Homeowners
It’s that time of year again, the clash of cool air from the north with warm air from the gulf gives us the inevitable strong thunderstorms. These storms can cause untold damage to your home and electronics inside.
The National Weather Service brochure “Georgia’s Underrated Killer – Facts and ways to keep you and your home safe” lists Georgia as the 8th highest state in terms of density of lightning strikes per square mile. Read More
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Burn Ban Now in Place
The annual ban on outdoor open burning is in place from May 1 through Sept. 30.
The outdoor open burning ban prohibits the burning of yard and land clearing debris.
The safe use of campfires and BBQ grills is still allowed and does not require a permit. However, the use of charcoal, wood, and gas grills on apartment balconies is prohibited year-round Read More
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Gwinnett County sewerage system is designed to dispose of very specific things:
- water
- toilet paper
- human waste
Many things you may think are “flushable” do not disperse or break apart once they are in our sanitary sewer system and can lead to sanitary sewer backups or overflows and property damage.
Using the toilet as a trashcan can result in clogged pipes, tangled pumps and messy sewer backups into creeks, streets, businesses, and homes. Find out what's not flushable: Read More
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You Are Invited to Memorial Day Remembrance, May 31 |
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Please join the community on May 31 at 11:30 a.m. at the Peachtree Corners Veterans Monument to recognize Memorial Day. Each year, Memorial Day gives us a chance to pause and honor the courage and patriotism of the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice.
This year, we will specifically honor a local Gold Star family with remarks from Mayor Mike Mason and Colonel Bob Ballagh (U.S.A. Retired), past Executive Director of the Peachtree Corners Veterans Monument Association. Read More
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In addition to the e-newsletter, you will find news and announcements posted on the city's website, www.peachtreecornersga.gov. Please take a moment and visit the website between issues to keep up with the "News from Around the Corners."
Judy Putnam, Communications Director
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Peachtree Corners City Hall
310 Technology Parkway NW, Peachtree Corners, GA 30092 | 678) 691-1200
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