Good morning! Here is our list of the most important things happening today in Alpharetta. This issue of the newsletter includes updates on:

• Alpharetta named a top city on the rise in the South.
• Discover unique plants at Alpharetta's Garden Faire.
• Alpharetta's Caleb Bell shines in college football recruiting spotlight.

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Mist for the morning, sunny in the afternoon, mist overnight. High: 86 Low: 61.

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Alpharetta in the news:

1. This Delaware city is on the list of 25 'cities on the rise' in Southern Living magazine: Alpharetta, Georgia, has been recognized as one of the South's best cities on the rise by Southern Living magazine. This accolade reflects the city's growing appeal thanks to its vibrant community and economic development. (delawareonline.com)
2. Thousands of plants for sale Saturday at Garden Faire: Alpharetta is gearing up for the 23rd annual Garden Faire this Saturday at the Grove at Wills Park, offering a wide variety of plants for sale, from vegetables to carnivorous species. The event, hosted by local gardening groups, promises great deals and educational programs. (ajc.com)
3. Georgia defensive lineman impressed with initial visit: Caleb Bell, a promising defensive lineman from Alpharetta, Georgia, has been making waves in the college football recruiting world with his recent visit to the University of Arkansas. His impressive performance and strong relationships with the coaching staff highlight his potential in the sport. (arkansasonline.com)
4. Former Office Manager Sentenced to Federal Prison for Embezzling Over $8.5 Million: Sonya Hesenius, a former office manager in Alpharetta, has been sentenced to six years in federal prison for embezzling over $8.5 million from her employer to fund a lavish lifestyle. (theatlantavoice.com)

Upcoming events:

Featured on Patch:

• Live Comedy Improv-Safety Third at Aurora Cineplex--Fri April 19th at Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf, 5100 Commerce Pkwy, Roswell, GA, 30076 (Friday, April 19 at 8 p.m.)
• Roswell Woman's Club 2024 Spring Home & Garden Tour and Silent Auction at Roswell, GA (Saturday, April 20 at 9 a.m.)
• Simon Kenevan at Vinings Gallery Solo Show at Vinings Gallery on Canton, 938 Canton St, Roswell, GA, 30075 (Saturday, April 20 at 9 a.m.)
• Garden Faire 2024 at Wills Park in Alpharetta at The Grove at Wills Park, 175 Roswell St, Alpharetta, GA, 30009 (Saturday, April 20 at 9 a.m.)
• Children's Entrepreneur Market Alpharetta at Art in the Park at 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA, 30009 (Saturday, April 20 at 9 a.m.)
• No Cost Boot Camp 4 Divorcing Women- EDUCATIONAL at East Roswell Public Library, 2301 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, GA, 30076 (Saturday, April 20 at 10 a.m.)
• Double Take 80s Concert Experience at Lou Sobh Amphitheater, 450 Vision Dr, Cumming, GA, 30040 (Saturday, April 20 at 7 p.m.)
• Pussywillows light up the Ground &Pound Coffee with LIVE music at Ground & Pound Coffee, 8420 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Alpharetta, GA, 30022 (Saturday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m.)
• Improv Mania Show - Atlanta Workshop Players at 1580 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, Suite 13 GA, 30076 (Saturday, April 20 at 7:30 p.m.)
• 3hr Salsa Boot Camp Atlanta - Beginner 1, Beginner 2, Beyond Basic Sat April 20, 2024 at Drake School of Irish Dance, 4790 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Norcross, GA, 30071 (Saturday, April 20 at 11 p.m.)
• Root Renewal Retreat at West Milford Farms (Sunday, April 21 at 10 a.m.)
• Crush Your Self-Tape Audition w/AMT's Madison Junod - Atlanta Workshop Players at 1580 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, Suite 13 GA, 30076 (Sunday, April 21 at 2 p.m.)
• Victoria Hill Pendley and Isaac Pendley In Concert at Roswell United Methodist Church, 814 Mimosa Blvd, Roswell, GA, 30075 (Sunday, April 21 at 3 p.m.)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar at Northeast Spruill Oaks Library on April 22nd & 24th at Northeast Spruill Oaks Library, 9560 Spruill Rd, Johns Creek, GA, 30022 (Monday, April 22 at 1 p.m.)
• Wine & Roses Derby Day Fundraiser for Beads of Courage at Canoe Vineyard and Winery, 119 Inland Dr, Talking Rock, GA, 30175 (Saturday, May 4 at 4 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.)
• 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.)
• 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.)
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Friday, April 19

• Live Music - Savanna Bassett at Cue Barbecue (6 p.m.)
• Avalon Nights Live at Avalon (6 p.m.)
• Live Music Every Friday Night at Ground&Pound Coffee at Ground & Pound Coffee (7 p.m.)
• Riley Green at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre (7:30 p.m.)
• Live Music - Danielle McLean and Devon Hirsch at Ground & Pound Coffee (7:30 p.m.)
• CDA Benefit & Live Music at 1850 Heritage Walk, Milton, GA, 30004 (6 p.m.)
• Alpharetta Symphony Presents: Tchaikovsky's Symphony No. 5 at Alpharetta First United Methodist, 69 N Main St, Alpharetta, GA, 30009 (8 p.m.)

Saturday, April 20

• FRIENDSHIP FORMULAS - Alpharetta, GA 2024 at Wills Park Recreation Center (9 a.m.)
• Couch @ Pullman Yards at Zarate at Dailies (9 a.m.)
• 2nd Annual Taco & Tequila Crawl: Alpharetta at Downtown Alpharetta GA (1 p.m.)
• Alpharetta Art in the Park at Brooke Street Park, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA, 30009 (9 a.m.)
• Happily Ever After Divorce Virtual Support Group at Atlanta Divorce Law Group, 3560 Old Milton Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA, 30005 (10 a.m.)
• Live Music - Doug Easterly at Cue Barbecue (6 p.m.)
• The Sugarmans at Windward Tavern, 5206 McGinnis Ferry Rd, Alpharetta, GA, 30005 (7 p.m.)
• Cambridge Theatre: Senior Directed One Acts! at Cambridge High School, 2845 Bethany Bend, Milton, GA, 30004 (7 p.m.)

Sunday, April 21

• TTPD Brunch Listening Party at Cherry Street Brewpub at Halcyon! at Cherry Street Brewpub at Halcyon, 6640 Town Square, Alpharetta, GA, 30005 (11 a.m.)
• Alpharetta Art in the Park at Brooke Street Park, 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA, 30009 (12 p.m.)

Note: Please double-check event details with organizers. Click the start time of an event to learn more.

Alpharetta chatter:

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

• King's Ridge Christian School: "The King’s Ridge community can’t wait to celebrate the Fine Arts program tomorrow as the cast of “Curtains” heads to the Shuler Awards! 🎭" (Instagram)
• City of Milton, Georgia - Government: "The Friends of Mayfield Park have done it again. This past weekend, these community members rallied once more to spruce up the 5-acre park in Milton’s downtown – specifically, by staining the pier. As you can see, it looks great. And you..." (Facebook)
• City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks, Cultural Services: "🎙 Our “Minister of Fun,” Morgan Rodgers, discusses how the City of Alpharetta boosts community life through parks, arts, and programs on Business RadioX® - North Fulton! Listen on your preferred podcast app or visit..." (Facebook)

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