Hi there Tucker!

In today’s edition of Tucker Today:

• Town Green Updates

• Lake Erin Dam’s long over-due makeover

• A Win for Small Businesses and Tucker Restaurant Week

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Stay in the Loop 💫

Tucker Today attends City Council meetings, so you don’t have to. Here’s the scoop from the February 12th, 2024 meeting:

1. Updated Sidewalk Design for Town Green

City Council approved a contract amendment that will impact Town Green construction. The amendment will include:

1. Designs for a new sidewalk connection from the side of the park to Main Street (next to Local 7).

2. Addition of construction administration — Town Green involves a complex plan so this ensures there will be inspections and oversight of contractors for timely progress.

City Council discussed the importance of ensuring this new sidewalk maintains proper line of sight for the safety of pedestrians.

What are you most excited about Town Green?

2. Lake Erin Dam’s long over-due makeover

Deferred maintenance on Henderson Park’s Lake Erin Dam has led to issues like seepage and overgrowth. City Council approved a new engineering contract to repair and bring the dam up to code.

Part of the design also includes the potential for adding trails that will connect with the Trail Master Plan.

3. A Win for Tucker’s Small Businesses

Tucker’s City Council approved the first read of an ordinance to make it easier for businesses to pay their occupation taxes to the city. This means we’re one step closer to eliminating unnecessary obstacles for small business owners and ensuring compliance with state law. A win for all!

Tucker Moments 📸

Tucker United Methodist Church’s Preschool led the Pledge of Allegiance at the latest City Council Meeting on 2/12. It was led with a chorus of enthusiasm, followed by treats handed out by Mayor Auman.

Too precious!

Small Business News 📰

📚️ A Local Gem: Red’s Corner

Red’s Corner is a book warehouse tucked in the North Royal Atlanta Business Park. Open Monday through Friday (8-4pm), it has a large selection of discounted books with $1 Kids books and $2 for everything else. A true hidden gem!

Thank you Haley for the scoop!

🥘 Loosen your belts – Tucker Restaurant Week Is Coming Up!

In case you missed last week’s edition, be sure to mark your calendars now for Tucker’s 4th Annual Restaurant Week, happening Feb 20-25th. It’s the perfect time to support local Tucker restaurants serving up delicious eats and sweets.

To see all participating restaurants and TRW specials in one handy table, check out last week’s edition.

Fun Tucker Events 🎟️

🏞️ Tucker Fit Week: Wild Walks Series is here!

Are you looking to explore more local Tucker trails and parks? Want to get involved in Tucker’s Fit Week? Join your fellow nature enthusiasts for the Wild Walks series!

1. Wild Walks @ Probst Park - February 26th, 10 - 11:30 am

2. Wild Walks @ Peters Park - February 28th, 10 - 11:30 am

Meet the group at the entrance of the parks and don’t forget to bring water!

☀️ Summer Camp Registration is now open!

It’s time to sign up for spring & summer camp registration! Check out the Tucker Parks and Recreation Department site for more details.

• Spring Break Camp (4/1 - 4/5; ages 5-12)

• Summer Camp Session 1 (6/3 - 6/28; ages 5-12)

• Summer Camp Session 2 (7/8 - 8/2; ages 5-12)

• Teen Camp Week 1 (6/3 - 6/7; ages 13-14)

• Teen Camp Week 2 (6/10 - 6/14; ages 13-14)

🦆 Rubber Ducky Scavenger Hunt @ Henderson Park East White Trail - March 2nd (2:30 - 4:30pm)

A fun adventure for the whole family at Henderson Park. Join other locals to search for hidden rubber ducks and win prizes! It’ll be a fun time meeting other folks and bringing your family together. More details here.

🥧 Pi Day Pie K @ Tucker Recreation Center, March 14th (6-7pm)

Register now to join us for the 3.14K run/walk and celebrate afterwards with a slice of delicious pie! Bring your friends, family, and pets. Enrollment is open now and ends 3/13. More details here.

🐰 Easter Bunny Photos @ Bell Street Burritos, March 16th (11am-3pm)

Take photos with the Easter Bunny for only $20 by a great professional photographer. Plus it's a Saturday so you can get any of your favorite Bell Street Breakfast items off the menu!

🐶 Doggy Adoption @ Bell Street Burritos, April 20th (11am-2pm)

Bell Street Burritos will be hosting a Doggy Adoption plus all the yummy perks of a Saturday morning at Bell Street!

🌵 Tucker Annual Plant Swap - April 20th (8:30 am - 11:00 am)

Mark your calendars for Tucker Historical Society’s annual plant swap on Church Street Park, facing LaVista Rd. They’ll be set up alongside Methodist Church’s Parking lot.

It’ll be a fun time trading plants and meeting Tucker community members!

Tucker Tunes - Live Music 🎤

Monday

• Napoleon's Grill | Jazz Jam Session & Open Mic | 7:30pm - 11:00pm

Wednesday

• Moonshadow Tavern | Open Mic Night | 8:00pm - 11:30pm

Thursday

• Tucker Brewing Company | Live Music | 4:00pm - 9:00pm

Friday

• Moonshadow Tavern | Live Music | 8:00pm - 11:30pm

• Tucker Brewing Company | Live Music | 4:00pm - 10:00pm

• The Mad Italian | Live Music | 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Saturday

• Moonshadow Tavern | Live Music | 8:00pm - 11:30pm

• Tucker Brewing Company | Live Music | 4:00pm - 10:00pm

Sunday

• El Matador Mexican Restaurant | Live Music | 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Thank you, Tucker!

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