Good morning! Today's issue of the Alpharetta Patch AM includes upcoming events and news about:

• Local stars Howard and Cousins find neighborly bond in Alpharetta
• Social Circle's playoff journey ends in Alpharetta
• Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta ranks second in US for ID theft cases

First, today's weather:

Patchy rain nearby in the morning, partly cloudy in the afternoon, patchy rain nearby in the evening, partly cloudy overnight. High: 81 Low: 64.

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Alpharetta in the news:

1. NBA veteran Dwight Howard learns he's neighbors with Falcons QB: Dwight Howard discovered he's neighbors with Falcons' QB Kirk Cousins in Alpharetta, sharing their encounter at Avalon Shops. Cousins has deep ties to Atlanta, making this a notable local connection. (fox5atlanta.com)
2. Social Circle's baseball season concludes with series loss to King's Ridge in second round: Social Circle's baseball season ended with a loss to King's Ridge in Alpharetta, marking the conclusion of their journey in the Class A-Division I playoffs. Despite a strong comeback in the second game, the team couldn't overcome King's Ridge's offense, ending their season with a 21-14 record. (covnews.com)
3. Florida's Miami metro area leads US in identity theft cases: A study highlights South Florida as leading in ID theft cases, with the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta area ranking second. The report sheds light on the prevalence of identity theft in these regions. (gulflive.com)

Upcoming events:

Featured on Patch:

• Mandi Strachota Live Music at Ground&Pound Coffee at Ground & Pound Coffee, 8420 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Alpharetta, GA, 30022 (Friday, May 3 at 7:30 p.m.)
• Double Take 80s Live Experience at Rock n Taco at Rock N Taco Roswell, 928 Canton St, Roswell, GA, 30075 (Friday, May 3 at 9:30 p.m.)
• Atlanta Koi Club Auction at Cross of Life Lutheran Church, 1000 Hembree Rd, Roswell, GA, 30076 (Saturday, May 4 at 9 a.m.)
• 1st Annual Sutallee Car - Truck - Jeep Show at Sutallee Baptist Church, 895 Knox Bridge Hwy, White, GA, 30184 (Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m.)
• Back by demand. Our 2nd annual Sample Sale with 90%+ OFF handmade rugs & more and you’re invit at 1800 Cherokee pkwy. Acworth GA 30102 (Saturday, May 4 at 10 a.m.)
• Yappy Hour Series at The Hamilton Alpharetta, Curio Collection by Hilton, 35 Milton Ave, Alpharetta, GA, 30009 (Saturday, May 4 at 12 p.m.)
• Stand-Up Comedy Workshop (Jorjeana Marie) - Atlanta Workshop Players at 1580 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, Suite 13 GA, 30076 (Saturday, May 4 at 3 p.m.)
• Beat Your Luck Casino Night & 150th Kentucky Derby Celebration! at Phase Events, 12150 Morris Rd, Alpharetta, GA, 30005 (Saturday, May 4 at 5 p.m.)
• Johns Creek Symphony presents CELEBRATING THE MAESTRO at Johns Creek United Methodist Church, 11180 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA, 30097 (Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m.)
• May the 4th Be With You - Improv Mania Show - Atlanta Workshop Players at 1580 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, Suite 13 GA, 30076 (Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m.)
• The Hired Hands Band performs at Ground&Pound Coffee at Ground & Pound Coffee, 8420 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Alpharetta, GA, 30022 (Saturday, May 4 at 7:30 p.m.)
• Cinco De Mayo Dinner & Latin Night Atlanta @ Tonys Johns Creek May 4th at Tony's Sports Grill, 10305 Medlock Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA, 30097 (Saturday, May 4 at 9 p.m.)
• Casting Director Insider Secrets Workshop (Clifton Guterman) - Atlanta Workshop Players at 1580 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, Suite 13 GA, 30076 (Sunday, May 5 at 2 p.m.)
• The Songs of Our Lives: Porter, Gershwin, Sondheim and Miranda at Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell, GA, 30075 (Sunday, May 5 at 3 p.m.)
• Water Safety Day hosted by Goldfish Swim School Roswell Village at Goldfish Swim School - Roswell Village, 633 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, GA, 30076 (Sunday, May 5 at 3 p.m.)
• Character Meet & Greet at Aurora Cineplex--Sun May 5th--Star Wars--The Phantom Menace at Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf, 5100 Commerce Pkwy, Roswell, GA, 30076 (Sunday, May 5 at 4 p.m.)
• Join us for REVIVE Night of Worship featuring special guest Aaron Moses! at 2820 Brookwood Rd, Cumming, GA, 30041 (Sunday, May 5 at 6:30 p.m.)
• Red Clay Comedy Festival | May 9-11, 2024 at The EARL, 488 Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, 30316 (Thursday, May 9 at 8 p.m.)
• 4th Annual Catrangers Charity Golf Tournament at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course, 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford, GA, 30518 (Monday, May 13 at 9 a.m.)
• We want to include your event! Add an event here

Friday, May 3

• National Teacher Day at Cherry Street Brewing! at Cherry Street Brewpub at Halcyon, 6640 Town Square, Alpharetta, GA, 30005 (9 a.m.)
• Quarters of Change at Center Stage Theater (7 p.m.)
• Mariah The Scientist @ Tabernacle at Tabernacle (7 p.m.)
• Mandi Strachota at Ground & Pound Coffee (7:30 p.m.)
• Bourbon and Cigar Night at 201 Wills Rd, Alpharetta, GA, 30009 (7 p.m.)
• Live Music with Lee Gamble! at Stone House & Tap, 12595 Crabapple Rd, Milton, GA, 30004 (7 p.m.)

Saturday, May 4

• Shaky Knees Festival at Central Park (12 p.m.)
• Friday Pilots Club at Central Park (12 p.m.)
• Kentucky Derby Party at 2200 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta, GA, 30009 (9 a.m.)
• Adam Mamawala Comedy @ Laughing Skull Lounge at Laughing Skull Lounge (5 p.m.)
• Pintwood Derby at Six Bridges Crabapple, 1850 Heritage Walk, Milton, GA, 30004 (1 p.m.)
• All Them Witches at The EARL (7 p.m.)
• Mariah The Scientist @ Tabernacle at Tabernacle (7 p.m.)
• Kentucky Derby Watch Party at Chateau Elan Winery & Resort, 100 Rue Charlemagne Dr, Braselton, GA, 30517 (3 p.m.)
• Papa J Sez @ The Velvet Note at The Velvet Note (7:30 p.m.)
• Second Annual Down & Derby Fundraiser at Chukkar Farm, 1140 Liberty Grove Rd, Alpharetta, GA, 30004 (6 p.m.)

Sunday, May 5

• Cinco De Mayo at Cactus Cantina Tacos & Tequila Bar, 3055 North Point Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA, 30005 (9 a.m.)

See more events on our calendar

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Alpharetta chatter:

Here's what your neighbors and local leaders are talking about.

• City of Milton, Georgia: "Milton celebrated @marketdistrictcrabapple – a cornerstone development in its downtown – last week with ribbon-cutting ceremonies for several of its vibrant businesses, followed by one for the entire complex and a festive public event in..." (Instagram)
• Awesome Alpharetta, Georgia: "April showers bring May flowers...and also a roundup of some Awesome Alpharetta May events! 💐 Whether you're craving delicious bites at food festivals or ready to spectate a rodeo, this city's got an event for everyone! Round up your..." (Instagram)
• Birmingham Falls Elementary School: "Happy Principal Appreciation Day to our very own Mr. Webb! We appreciate you and all you do to make BFES great!! 🖤💛❤️" (Facebook)

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