Sunday, January 15, 2023

Happy New Year From PHP!

Upcoming Activities

Getting to Know Georgia Lecture – Eugene Talmadge – Jan. 17

Mark your calendars for a new three-part lecture series on “Getting to Know Georgia” with Atlanta author, Grace Hawthorne beginning Tuesday, January 17 at 2pm in the Georgian Room. First up is "Eugene Talmadge," a character and a half! If you think politics are crazy now, you should have been around when Ole Gene was governor. Come hear some stories and share some of your own. Please call Concierge at 678.619.0474 to reserve a spot. Click here for the flyer. The next lecture in the series will be on “Martin Luther King, Jr.” on Thursday, February 9 at 2pm.

Murder Mystery Evening Show – Jan. 19

Don’t miss a fun murder mystery show - “Midnight at the Masquerade” on Thursday, January 19 in the Georgian Room. Cocktails and conversation begin at 6:00pm with cash bar & desserts. The doors close at 6:45pm and the mystery show begins at 7:00pm. The cost is $10. Please call Concierge at 678.619.0474 by Monday, January 16. Click here for the flyer. 

Equestrian Art Presentation with Julie Ferris – Jan. 19

Prior to the PHP Book Club Meeting on Thursday, January 19 on Horse by Geraldine Brooks led by Daphne Eaton, renowned Atlanta equestrian artist Julie Ferris will give a presentation at 3:15pm on her own art with special reference to the equestrian arts that is one of themes of Horse. Book Club will follow Julie’s talk at 4:00pm. All are welcome to attend both events held in the Plaster Room.

Wellness Lecture – PREVENTING FALLS – Jan. 24

The PHP Wellness Committee will present “PREVENTING FALLS – and how to get up if you do fall” on Tuesday, January 24 at 2pm in the Georgian Room. Come hear about a variety of common factors contributing to falls from committee members Jo Ann Dalton & Marianne Scharbo-DeHaan and see an exciting presentation on how to get up from the Wellness Center team. Please call Concierge at 678.619.0474 to reserve a seat. Click here for the flyer.

Lecture with Coach Bill & Carolyn Curry – Jan. 26th

Retired Football Coach Bill Curry and his wife, Carolyn Newton Curry, will present a roundtable covering both of their books on Thursday, January 16th at 3pm in the Georgian Room. They will discuss snippets from Carolyn’s newest novel, Sudden Death, a murder mystery set in the world of football and Coach Curry’s Ten Men You Meet in the Huddle. See flyer for more details.

New Acrylic Art Session Begins Jan. 26 

Calling all beginners, intermediate or advanced artists to join Instructor John Martucci for a new 8-week session. The class meets on Thursdays from 1-3pm in the Art Studio. The new session begins Thursday, January 26th and runs through Thursday, March 16th. The cost is $185/Member. Please call Concierge by Thursday, January 19th to sign up for the class. 

PHP American History Club – Feb. 7

Join your fellow PHP history buffs each month for the newly formed American History Club, which discusses historical-based books, films and editorial commentary on heroes, villains, ordinary and extraordinary people. The new club, led by Member Marty Rueter, will meet on the first Tuesdays of most months. The next meeting is on Tuesday, February 7th from 3:30-5pm in the Plaster Room. The discussion will be on the book, Swamp Fox - How Francis Marion Saved the American Revolution by John Oller. Also, be sure to see the movie, The Patriot, on Sunday, February 5th at 3pm in the Georgian Room. Click here for the flyer. To receive emails relating to the new club, please email Marty Rueter at mrueter@aol.com.

Save the Date

February 9 – Getting to Know Georgia Lecture on Martin Luther King, Jr. with Atlanta Storyteller Grace Hawthorne

February 16 – Lecture with AJC writer & journalist Jim Auchmutey on his book, Smokelore: A Short History of BBQ in America

February 24 – Wellness Lecture with Dr. Allen Levey of EMORY on “Protecting the Aging Brain”

Monthly Activities

February Birthday Celebration

Join us for the celebration and a champagne toast on Monday, February 13th in the Library. No RSVP necessary. Click here for the flyer.

PHP Hair & Nail Service

Tammy Toomer, Licensed Master Cosmetologist, will be at PHP once a month for your hair and nail needs in the comfort of your home. Her next date is February 13th. Prices are: Manicure - $45, Pedicure - $55, Men Haircut - $45, Women Haircut - $60. To book an appointment for any service (9:30am – 2:00pm), please call Tammy Toomer directly at 678.469.6801.

Green Bag Society News

The next Green Bag Society dog club meeting will be on Wednesday, January 18 at 1:00pm in the Junction. No meeting in December.

Questions? Contact: Candy McNair 404.561.0548 or Caroline John 678.642.8482.

Vesper Service & Communion

A Vesper service and communion will be held the first Wednesday of each month at 4:30pm in the Georgian Room 3. All are welcome. Mark your calendar now for the following dates:

Wednesday, February 1

Wednesday, March 1

Wednesday, April 5

Wednesday, May 3

PHP Monthly Caregiver Support Group

Join PHP Wellness on Thursday, January 19th and the 3rd Thursdays of each month at 2pm in the Duckworth Room. A Geriatric Care Manager will lead a circle discussion and provide resources for Members who are caregivers for their spouses or loved ones. Please call Christabelle at 678.272.4351 to reserve a spot. This New Caregiver Support Group is open to all Members and their families.

Save the Date:

PHP Book Club

Join us for our monthly PHP Book Club! Meetings are held regularly on the third Thursday of each month at 4pm in the Bridle Room. Below is a schedule of upcoming dates and books.

January 19 – Horse by Geraldine Brooks. Discussion led by Daphne Eaton. This meeting will be held in the Plaster Room. Prior to Book Club, you are invited to attend the Equestrian Art lecture with artist Julie Ferris at 3:15pm in the Plaster Room.

February 16 – Undaunted Courage by Stephanie Ambrose. Discussion led by Ken Gearon.

March 16 – The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox by Maggie O’Farrell. Discussion led by Jet Lacoss.

Movie Showings

Join us Sundays from 3pm-5pm in the Georgian Room to watch your favorite movies! See the schedule below. Popcorn will be served! Please call Concierge at 678.619.0474 to reserve your seat.

The Age of Adaline (2015) PG-13

Blake Lively, Harrison Ford, Ellen Burstyn

A romantic drama about a 29-year-old woman who has stopped aging and the timeless power of love.

Sunday, January 15

Never Too Late (2020) TV-14

James Cromwell, Jacki Weaver, Dennis Waterman

Decades after 4 men escaped POW camp, they’ve got a new person- Hogan Hills Retirement Home. But the rules of engagement have changed and planning an escape is even harder when you can’t quite remember them.

Sunday, January 22

Legends of the Fall (1995) R

Brad Pitt, Anthony Hopkins, Aidan Quinn

Legends of the Fall is a powerful story about Three brothers struggling to stay together and the woman who comes between them. 

Sunday, January 29

Culinary Corner

Dress for the Occasion

We want to remind our Members that Café Irby is our casual dining room. Join us in your comfortable casual attire. Table 1912 is dressy casual and open from 5pm – 8pm Monday – Saturday.

Single or Solo?

When making a reservation, be sure to request a seat at the Captain’s Table to meet and dine with your neighbors. 

The Terraces Corner

Terraces Tempo Newsletter

Did you know that The Terraces has their own biweekly newsletter, the Terraces Tempo? Click here to view the latest newsletters.

MONDAYS

Bridge - 1:00pm – Bridle Room – Email Dr. Robert Moore at rwmoore1965@gmail.com to join in and if you would like to form a Bridge Club

BINGO - 4pm – Bridle Room – Bingo cards are $2/card for 5 rounds

TUESDAYS

Men’s Bible Study with Jim Phillips – 10am – 11am – Bridle Room – Feb. 14 & 28

Wine & Wickets – 3pm-5pm – Junction - Cost is $10/Member – RSVP required.

PHP American History Club – 4pm – 5pm – Plaster Room

WEDNESDAYS

Car Detailing – Most Wednesdays – Cost is $100 for a 2-hour detail. Optional add-ons. RSVP required.

Men’s Coffee Hour - 9:15am – Plaster Room

Mah Jongg – 3:30pm – 5:30pm – Bridle Room

Peachtree Battle Shuttle – 3:00pm - 4:00pm – Call Transportation at 470.547.0615 by Tuesdays to reserve a seat.

Social Crafting - 4pm – Library

PHP Women’s Bible Study – 4pm – 5:30pm – Plaster Room

THURSDAYS

Thirsty Thursday – Complimentary Cheese Board – 5pm – Library

FRIDAYS

Rummikub – 1pm – 2:30pm – The Bridle Room

Happy Hour - $2 off drink specials – 5pm - Library

SUNDAYS

Rummikub – 2pm – Bridle Room

Mah Jongg – 2:30pm – Bridle Room

Weekly Movie – 3:00pm – Georgian Room

New CROQUET Offerings

TUESDAYS

10am – 11am & 11am – Noon - New Player|Beginner Clinics with Kevin Moir. $30/Member. Maximum 4 players. RSVP by Jan. 16

Noon -1pm - Private Lesson with Kevin Moir. $100/hour. RSVP by Jan. 16

SATURDAYS

10am – Noon – Two Hour Mixed Tournament officiated by Kevin Moir. 16 Members. RSVP by Jan. 19

12:30pm – 1:30pm – Private Lesson with Kevin Moir. $100/hour. RSVP by Jan. 19

Croquet Corner

Peachtree Hills Place was recently featured in USCA Croquet News magazine in an article by Cheryl Bromley. Following her recent visit to PHP, Cheryl said, "By the way, playing at Peachtree Hills Place is like playing in the courtyard of a castle. What a beautiful place.” Click here to read Cheryl's full article on page 32. To learn more about the PHP Croquet Club, please click here.

Calling All Ladies – We are planning next year’s croquet season and would like to all PHP ladies to join in on the fun. We will provide instruction, even if you have never held a mallet. Please call Concierge at 678.619.0474 to express your interest. 

Instructor Kevin Moir will be at PHP for January Play. Stay tuned for dates and times. 

Winter Social Play 

MONDAYS

Closed for Maintenance

TUESDAYS

10am – Noon (Men’s Full Court) and 3pm-5pm (Wine & Wickets)

WEDNESDAYS

1pm – 3pm (Ladies’ Full Court) and 3pm-5pm (Men’s Full Court)

THURSDAYS

10am – Noon (Men’s Full Court)

FRIDAYS

10am-Noon (Men’s Full Court) and 1pm-3pm (Ladies’ Full Court)

SATURDAYS

10am-Noon (Men’s Full Court)

Online reservations for the lawn.

Visit and bookmark peachtreehillsplacecondo.com to reserve the lawn under the "Amenities Reservations" section.

Health & Wellness

MONDAYS

10:15am Moving & Grooving - Coach K

11:30am Strength & Balance – Lisa Howard

1:45pm Whole Body Strength For Beginners (New Time) – Allie 

3:00pm Restorative Yoga - Allie

*All classes in the Georgian Room

TUESDAYS

10:00am Cardio Interval – Lisa Howard

10:00am Seated Yoga - Allie

10:00am Boxing/Movement Class for Parkinsons In Movement Room next to the Wellness Center

11:00am Gyrokinesis - Jana

11:30am Boxing/Movement Class for All Members

1:30pm Movement in Water – Jana

*All classes in the Georgian Room

WEDNESDAYS

8:30am Core, Strength & Balance - Maura

9:30am Water Aerobics – Karen

11:00am Moving & Grooving - Coach K

*Core, Strength & Balance is in Georgian Room 3, Moving & Grooving is in Georgian Room 2

THURSDAYS

9:00am Balance & Flexibility (NEW) – Karen

9:45am Intermediate Yoga - Allie

10:00am Boxing/Movement Class for Parkinsons In Movement Room next to the Wellness Center

11:00am Seated Yoga - Allie

11:30am Boxing/Movement Class for All Members

FRIDAYS

9:30am Water Aerobics (NEW) – Karen

10:15am Moving & Grooving - Coach K

11:00 Yin Yoga - Allie

*All classes in the Georgian Room

SATURDAYS

9:30am Chair Yoga (NEW) – Karen

10:30am Core, Strength, Balance – Maura

Georgian Room 3

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