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Summer Concerts, Festivals and Events Calendar of events
July
July 1-3 Peachtree Corners Festival
Friday concert, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 12-5 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free The 10th anniversary of the incorporation of Peachtree Corners will be celebrated with family fun that includes food, live music, arts and crafts booths, a car and bike show. Go to peachtreecornersfestival.com to make plans.
July 2 Flicks on the Green — Big Hero Six
7-9 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free About the film: Robotics prodigy Hiro lives with Baymax, a robot whose sole purpose is to take care of people. When Hiro is thrown into the middle of a dangerous plot, he transforms Baymax and his other friends into a band of hightech heroes. Details on the peachtreecornersga. gov calendar.
July 3 Red, White & Boom!
5-10 p.m. Lillian Webb Park / Downtown Norcross 5 College St., Norcross Admission: free The heart of downtown historic Norcross will come alive with a pre-Fourth of July block party. Enjoy food, fun and fireworks and then keep the celebration going at one of Norcross’ local hotspots. There’s more info on the norcrossga. net calendar.
July 5 & July 12 Splish Splash Stories
10 a.m.-12 p.m. Graves Park, 1540 Graves Rd., Norcross Admission: free for residents; $4/person for non-residents All ages are invited to partake in some splashy fun with the Gwinnett County Public Library. Find out more at gwinnettcounty.com or call 678-277-0860.
July 8 First Friday Breakfast: Mayors Panel
7:30-9 a.m. Southwest Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce Atlanta Tech Park 107 Technology Pkwy., Peachtree Corners Admission: $28 for members, $35 for non-members The mayors of Peachtree Corners, Norcross and Berkeley Lake gather for a panel discussion of common issues that face their cities. Admission includes breakfast, coffee and juice. Registration before July 5 is required. Click on southwestgwinnettchamber.com or call 470-482-1899 to learn more and register.
July 8 Norcross Summer Concert Series — Bee Gees Gold Tribute
7:30-9:30 p.m. Thrasher Park, 93 Park Dr., Norcross Admission: free About the band: Bee Gees Gold Tribute recreates the look and sound of the Bee Gees from the 1960s through the late 1970s and lets music lovers relive the band in their prime. More info is on the norcrossga.net calendar.
July 9 Night Music — Sailing to Denver with Trappers Cabin
7-10 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free About the bands: Sailing to Denver is a Unique Americana / Roots rock band that has been recording since 2011. Along with original songs, the plays B side covers that everyone forgot they loved. Trappers Cabin, an interestingly odd musical project, kicks off the evening at 7 p.m. For details, visit the peachtreecornersga.gov calendar.
July 14-17 Cinderellie-Mae
Lionheart Theatre 10 College St., Norcross 30071 Tickets: $12 for all ages Prince Bubba is throwing a barn dance to find a new bride and all the single fillies in town are just a-chomping at the bit. Out of nowhere comes Cinderellie-Mae after her fairy GodMamaw ‘purtied’ her up so she can attend the dance. Get tickets at lionhearttheatre.org or call 404-919-4022.
July 15 Rise Up & Cool Down
6-8 p.m. Graves Park, 1540 Graves Rd., Norcross Admission: free National Park & Recreation Month is celebrated with crafts, games, concessions and fun for all ages. Find out more at gwinnettcounty.com or by calling 678-277-0860.
July 16 Bark in the Park
11 a.m.-2 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free Dogs are welcome! Drop by for treats, activities and vendors that are sure to please pets and their parents. There’s more info on the peachtreecornersga.gov calendar.
JUNE
11: Night Music - Blair Crimmins & the Hookers 18: Kids Event 2pm-5pm 25: Summer Concert Series - Brotherhood (Doobie Brothers Tribute)
JULY
1-3: Peachtree Corners Festival 2: Flicks on the Green - Big Hero Six 9: Night Music - Sailing to Denver 16: Bark at the Park 23: Sports on the Screen 30: Summer Concert - Everclear
AUGUST
6: Flicks on the Green - Megamind 13: Night Music - Wildflowers (Tom Petty Tribute) 8pm 20: Light Up the Corners Run 20: Sports on the Screen 27: Summer Concert Series Stayin Alive (Bee Gees Tribute)
TIMES
Flicks on the Green: 7pm Night Music: 7pm (Aug 13 8pm) Summer Concert Series: 7pm Yoga on the Green (by Sun Dragon Yoga): Tues 8am (May-Sep) CrossFit (by PPG CrossFit): Thurs 10am (May-Sep) Cornhole ATL League: Wed 6:30pm (Jan-Oct)
Are Your Kids Curious?
Come See What Curiosity Lab Peachtree Corners is All About
Join the Gwinnett County Public Library Peachtree Corners Branch and the Curiosity Lab to learn more about the smart city ecosystem, how it works, what it means for the City, and get hands on with some of the coolest technology around. Meet Pepper, T-Mobile’s AI Robot, Gita, our follow you anywhere bot, see a real drone, and find out how testing of Autonomous shuttles in Peachtree Corners are changing the future of transportation.
Wednesday, July 13 at 1:00 pm at GCPL Peachtree Corners 5570 Spalding Drive, Peachtree Corners
July 16 Jazz in the Alley: Chaz Shepherd & Dexter Tolson
7:30-9:30 p.m. Betty Maudlin Park 1-63 Lawrenceville St., Norcross Admission: free About the artists: Originally from Philadelphia, Chaz Shepherd is a well-known actor with credits that include Stevie in “Set It Off.” He’s also a talented and passionate singer-songwriter. Saxophonist Dexter Tolson performs original music that’s a fusion of funk and jazz. Go to the norcrossga.net calendar for details.
7:30-9:30 p.m. Thrasher Park, 93 Park Dr., Norcross Admission: free About the band: All in One is the quintessential party band, performing contemporary top 40 dance, R&B, Motown, rock, country and Carolina Beach songs. They bring the music and energy that gets everyone up on their feet. Check more dates on the schedule at the norcrossga. net calendar.
July 23 Give Back with a Backpack
9 a.m.-1 p.m. Norcross High School 5300 Spalding Dr., Norcross The bookbag drive provides students with much needed supplies. Residents are invited to donate backpacks as well as binders, notebook paper, coloring utensils, dividers and writing utensils. Contact CGO at contact@ cobbglobaloutreachinc.com to donate items or money. Donation deadline is July 21. Everclear
July 23 Summer Stage Concert: The Evolution of Pop
8-10 p.m. Duluth Town Green, 3167 Main St., Duluth Admission: free About the band: The Evolution of Pop plays hits from artists like Prince, Bruno Marks, Justin Timberlake, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Queen, Michael Jackson and many, many more. Get details at duluthga.net/events.
July 26 Summer Reading Finale — with Ken Scott
Norcross, 11-11:45 a.m. Peachtree Corners, 3-3:45 p.m.
Norcross Library
5735 Buford Highway, Norcross 30071
Peachtree Corners Library
5570 Spalding Drive, Peachtree Corners 30092 Admission: free The Gwinnett County Public Library’s summer reading program brings the one and only Ken Scott for a 45-minute action-packed summer reading finale show. There will be magic tricks, entertaining jokes, music, storytelling and fun audience participation. Visit gwinnettpl.org for more info.
July 27 Back to School Bubblepalooza
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Duluth Town Green, 3167 Main St., Duluth Admission: free Families are invited to bring their kids to Duluth Town Green and enjoy one of the last days of summer break with a DJ, large yard games and bubbles to play in. Click on the calendar at duluthga.net to get more info.
July 30 PTC Summer Concert Series — Everclear with Hushmoney
7-10 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free About the bands: Everclear has written and recorded some truly iconic ‘90s altrock, including “Father of Mine” and “Santa Monica.” Hushmoney, Peachtree Corners’ own modern southern rock band, opens the show. Check out the peachtreecornersga. gov calendar for the latest info.
August
7:30-9:30 p.m. Thrasher Park, 93 Park Dr., Norcross Admission: free About the band: The Breakfast Club is a New wave / synthpop band most well-known for their hit single “Right on Track.” They’re back on the road to share their love of 1980s music with audiences. The norcrossga.net calendar has all the info.
August 5 Flicks on the Bricks: Aladdin
8 p.m. Duluth Town Green, 3167 Main St., Duluth Admission: free
August 5-7 Trains, Trucks & Tractors 2022
Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Southeastern Railroad Museum 3595 Buford Hwy., Duluth Admission: $18 for adults; $15 for seniors 65+; $12 for children ages 2-12 Special guests have included a Gwinnett County fire engine and antique trucks and tractors from private collectors. The family-friendly event includes hand-car rides (on Saturday and Sunday), music and food. Go to train-museum.org for updated details and ticket info.
August 6 Flicks on the Green — Megamind
7-9 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free The whole family is invited to spread a blanket and enjoy a film together at Town Green.
August 13 Jazz in the Alley: Cleveland P. Jones & Michael Cruse
7:30-9:30 p.m. Betty MaudlinPark 1-63 Lawrenceville St., Norcross Admission: free About the musicians: Known for his unique take on the musical stylings of Louis Armstrong, Michael Cruse has performed with jazz greats like Wynton Marsalis. Cleveland P. Jones is a gifted singer-songwriter who has collaborated with many artists and opened for soul legend Chaka Khan. For more info, check out the norcrossga.net calendar.
August 13 Night Music — The Wildflowers
8-9:30 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free About the band: 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.
7:30-9:30 p.m. Thrasher Park 93 Park Dr., Norcross Admission: free About the band: The internationally acclaimed tribute band Liverpool Legends is made up of musicians who were hand-picked by Louise Harrison, sister of the late George Harrison. The group has toured the world performing muchloved Beatle music in front of huge crowds. Visit the calendar at norcrossga.net to find out more.
August 20 Sing & Shake
2-4 p.m. One Stop Norcross 5030 Georgia Belle Ct., Norcross Admission: $7 for residents; $14 for non-residents This dance party is designed for ages 50+ to celebrate life and good times with some favorite tunes. Bring your own refreshment or purchase some for a small fee. Visit bit.ly/SIngandShake for more info. Call 678-225-5400 for registration assistance for friends and family members under age 50.
August 20 Light Up the Corners Glow Run & Twilight Trot
6 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free to spectators Participant registration cost: through July 31, $35; August 1-18, $40; August 19 & 20, $45; discounts available for teams Two events, a 4 Mile Run and Twilight Trot 1K, are less about how fast you are and more about much fun you have. The course is lined with blinking lights to illuminate the way and participants have glow sticks, a glow necklace and other glow bling to light up the course. All proceeds benefit less fortunate children and families in the community by giving them the chance to participate in programs and activities at the Robert D. Fowler Family YMCA. Prizes will be awarded to some of the participants who glow, flash and sparkle the most. Find out everything you need to know at lightupthecorners. com.
August 20 Sports on the Screen — Braves vs. Astros
7:20 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free 7-8:30 p.m. Family Life Center, Simpsonwood UMC 4500 Jones Bridge Cir., Peachtree Corners Admission: free, donations welcome This 100% family-friendly concert is divided into musical sections, each representing an animal or group of animals. The narration is based on poems by Ogden Nash. The orchestra is made up of extraordinarily gifted young instrumentalists and, in Act II, songs from various Broadway and film productions will be performed by talented vocalists. Reservations are required. To RSVP and learn more, visit eventcreate.com/e/carnivaloftheanimals. Donate at carnivaloftheanimalsdonate.com.
August 27 PTC Summer Concert Series — Stayin’ Alive with the Mike Veal Band
7-10 p.m. Peachtree Corners Town Green 5140 Town Center Blvd., Peachtree Corners Admission: free About the bands: Stayin’ Alive is the quintessential tribute band to the Bee Gees, 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. Go to the peachtreecornersga.gov calendar for more info.
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