New UPS Store Open and Ready to Serve

New UPS Store Open and Ready to Serve Peachtree Corners

In July of this year, a newly constructed, state-of-the-art “Blue Horizon” UPS Store opened on Peachtree Parkway. It focuses on providing the Peachtree Corners community with excellent customer service, according to owner Ray Paracha.

“We specialize in shipping, printing, graphic designing and providing many other services,” he said.

Paracha explained that while living in Peachtree Corners for the last 10 years, he always felt that there was a need for a UPS Store in the area. About four years ago, he and Deedee Javed, head of operations, started to pursue the UPS franchise “…and also started looking for an appropriate location right on 141.”

Once the pandemic waned, they found a location on Peachtree Parkway next to Ingles and decided to move forward with the business.

“We have been overwhelmed with the amazing response and gracious accolades we have received from our customers and everyone in the community,” Paracha said. “We are extremely delighted to be a part of Peachtree Corners and serving our neighbors.”

The UPS Store is located at 5075 Peachtree Pkwy., Suite 107, in Peachtree Corners. Find out more a theupsstore.com, and click My Store, or call them directly at 678-580-1459. ■

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Simpson Elementary Cuts Ribbon on New Track

Students now have facilities suitable for exercising the body as well as the mind.

By Arlinda Smith Broady

For something to be important and special, it doesn’t necessarily have to be huge. That’s what Simpson Elementary students, staff and Peachtree Corners officials realized on Nov. 7 with the ribbon cutting of the school’s new track.

“Today is a joyous occasion because we’re here to celebrate the renovation of our school’s playground,” said Simpson Elementary Principal Dr. Taffeta Connery.

The four-month long project took a lot of effort. In addition to trimming the overgrowth of trees beyond the fence surrounding the track and a playground area, numerous potholes needed to be filled. The playground was leveled with truckloads of dirt, gravel and rubber, and the actual track had rubber striping added.

What was once a potential hazard and mini wetland has been transformed into an inviting recreational space for students and staff to exercise. For safety reasons, the track isn’t open to the public.

“Not only is it attractive, but it’s also safe and enjoyable for all of you to run around and play,” said Dr. Connery.

Principal Dr. Taffeta Connery with Simpson Elementary students

Sometimes It’s The Small Things.

Especially at this time of year, we can be consumed by the busyness in our lives and fulfilling the expectations of others. As we rush around, we can miss the beauty all around us in Peachtree Corners. As you take a moment to slow down and look closely at the small things in our environment, you will see amazing things that inspire and delight. So pause. Breathe deeply. Observe. And take photos of the small things you see!

Enjoy these photos taken by the members of the Peachtree Corners Photography Club as they share their detailed view of our world. The monthly meetings of the Club are open to everyone, from beginners to pros. For more information about the Club, go to their website at pcphotoclub.org.

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Top row, left to right: Junco, David Dunagan Decoration Pumpkins, Anna Niziol Snow 013, Rafael Garcia Joro Spyder in Web, Alfonso Caycedo Middle row: Traveling Santas waiting for the Trains, Eric Richter October Pollination, Brian Walton Milkweed Ready to Fly in PTC Background, Marcia Brandes No name, James Skurski Mushroom, David Schilling Bottom row: Monarch caterpillar, Vipul Singh Angel Musicians, Tracey Rice Jumping Spider, Jurgen Kohler Leaf Hopper, Jurgen Kohler

Above row, top down: Alone in the woods, Jody Bradham Full Woof, Jody Pollack Late Summer 2013, David Schilling Right row, top down: A Beautiful Demise, Philip Hart No name, Michael Holbrook Wish List, Jody Bradham

Top row, left to right: Dragonfly, Vipul Singh Cold and wet, no sweat, Tracey Rice Row two, left to right: Turkey dinner in the dollhouse, Eric Richter Tiny polinator, Jurgen Kohler Sweetgum tree pod, Alfonso Caycedo Row three, left to right: Vibrant fall colors, Anna Niziol Not so itsy bitsy, Jody Pollack Allium seeds, Marcia Brandes Top down: leaf images top down, Warmth Autumn Jones Bridge Orange Photos by Philip Hart

Bottom row: Potential, Rafael Garcia Holiday Pound Cake, Tracey Rice

Previously, the Simpson Superstars had to meet for Kilometer Club at the nearby YMCA. The renovated space now allows for a closer option right on school grounds.

Great schools, great communities

City representatives Councilmembers Lori Christopher, Phil Sadd and Mayor Pro Tem Weare Gratwick, along with City Manager Brian Johnson, were presented with an award of recognition and appreciation by Dr. Connery.

The officials received a beautiful bouquet of flowers and an abundance of thank you cards from the kindergarten class of the school before officially declaring the track open for walking, running and just enjoying the outdoors.

The kindergarteners gathered for the ceremony applauded the efforts of the city as Dr. Connery presented Peachtree Corners with a plaque and flowers as tokens of appreciation.

“We always say that great schools build great communities, and in turn, great communities build great schools,” said Dr. Connery. “This Community Service Award is with our deepest appreciation for the City of Peachtree Corners.”

The students presented the thank you cards they’d made to city officials before everyone took a victory lap to break in the new track. The weather was a little warm for early November, but everyone agreed that it was perfect for a mid-morning stroll.

Simpson Elementary PTA Co-Presidents Mary Catherine Jennings and Dana Zamuel were also present to celebrate the school’s new addition. They both agreed that exercising the body is just as important as exercising the mind — especially with energetic elementary students.

The teachers are just as excited about the improvements as the children. Prior to the renovations, that area had such poor drainage that it often couldn’t be used for recess, nature walks or other school functions. ■

Top picture, students with, L to R, Mayor Pro Tem Weare Gratwick, Councilmember Lori Christopher, Dr. Taffeta Connery and City Manager Brian Johnson. Above from left, the new track and ribbon cutting.

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