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โจ FairyTale Days Meet Elfโd Up Nights (Alpharetta, Explain Yourself.)
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Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek & Roswell Events: Nov 20 โ Nov 30
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If it feels like Alpharetta flipped the โholiday lightsโ switch overnightโฆ youโre not wrong. One minute we were debating sweater weather, the next minute half the city is skating at Avalon, roasting marshmallows downtown, or quietly panicking about being the designated host this year. โ
Are you hosting this year or being hosted? I'm hosting!!!!! ๐ฆ My bestie and her family are coming to town....yay! One kid finishes classes this week the other is coming home Saturday so yeah, I'm having a house full and excited about it. โ
This weekโs lineup is stacked (noticed I expanded dates until the end of the month because next week's issue might be, sparse ๐ฐ) โ tree lightings, music nights, pop-up bars, kid-friendly magic, and enough twinkle-lit events to keep your in-laws thoroughly entertained. Whether youโre leaning all the way into the festivities or just trying to get out of the house without stepping foot in a grocery store, weโve got the goods. Letโs see whatโs happening on the A-Side. โ
With hosting season officially here, your floors are about to see a lot โ guests, cooking marathons, muddy shoes, rogue cranberry sauceโฆ the full holiday circus. Thatโs why Iโm thrilled to partner with Ruggable, the brand behind those gorgeous, machine-washable rugs that keep your home looking intentional (even when life gets messy).
Ruggableโs low-pile, slip-resistant rugs are built for real kitchens and real families โ the spills, the paws, the dropped spatulas โ all of it. When the chaos hits (and it will), just toss the rug in the wash and it comes out looking fresh again. No scrubbing, no sighing, no โdonโt walk there!โ energy.
And the best part? They make every style imaginable โ modern, neutral, farmhouse, bold patterns, runners, large sizes โ so whatever your vibe is, thereโs something that fits your space and your sanity.
If your kitchen, guest bedroom or entryway needs a holiday glow-up, this is the easiest upgrade you can make.
Multi-Day Experiences (Anytime This Week)โ Avalon on Ice โ Outdoor Holiday Skating โญโ ๐ Avalon, 2200 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta โฐ Opens Sun Nov 23; daily hours vary ๐ฒ $18 adults; $14 kids 9 & under (includes skates) โWhat: Avalon turns into our very own mini Rockefeller Center โ twinkle lights, holiday music, and at least one person doing way too much for a public rink. Perfect for impressing visiting relatives or reliving your childhood figure-skating fantasy.
FairyTale Village โ Winter Experience at North Point Mall โญโ ๐ North Point Mall, Alpharetta โฐ ThuโSun hours vary; runs through Nov 30 ๐ฒ $ Timed tickets โWhat: Eight immersive, glitter-dusted rooms of holiday magic. Think: characters, crafts, photo ops, and enough whimsy to make you forget you're technically inside a mall.
Merry Grinchmas Pop-Up Bar โ Mercantile Socialโ ๐ Downtown Alpharetta โฐ Evenings throughout Nov 20โ30 ๐ฒ $ Specialty cocktails; no cover โWhat: Mercantile goes full Whoville โ neon green everything, over-the-top dรฉcor, and cocktails that taste like holiday spirit with a mischievous twist. Bring your most dramatic side-eye.
Miracle on Main St. โ The Hamiltonโ ๐ The Hamilton, Downtown Alpharetta โฐ Select evenings 5 pmโlate ๐ฒ $ Holiday cocktails; no cover โWhat: The Hamilton transforms into a tinsel-wrapped holiday fever dream โ nostalgic glassware, cozy lighting, and drinks so cute they practically beg for Instagram.
โญElfโd Up โ Up on the Roofโ ๐ Up on the Roof, Downtown Alpharetta โฐ Evenings; hours vary ๐ฒ $ Food & cocktails; no cover โWhat: Rooftop views + elf chaos = peak Alpharetta holiday fun. Ideal for groups who want festive energy without committing to a full โmatching pajamasโ vibe.
Naturally Artistic โ Chattahoochee Nature Centerโ ๐ Roswell โฐ Daily through Nov 30 ๐ฒ $ Regular CNC admission โWhat: Artsy installations tucked between nature trails โ like a peaceful palette cleanser in the middle of holiday madness.
DIY Candle Bar Workshop โ Roswellโ ๐ Roswell โฐ Most days during shop hours ๐ฒ $ Priced per candle โWhat: Pour-your-own candle magic. Choose a scent, pick a chic vessel, and walk out smelling like someone who absolutely has their life together.
Genesis Juried Art Exhibit โ Roswell Fine Arts Allianceโ ๐ Roswell โฐ Select days ๐ฒ Free to browse โWhat: A quiet, gallery-style escape filled with local art โ and maybe that one piece you didn't know you needed above your mantle.
โWhen in Roswellโ Photography Exhibitโ ๐ Roswell City Hall โฐ Public hours ๐ฒ Free โWhat: Roswell through the eyes of the people who live here โ charming, quirky, and very โsmall town with big heart.โ
Roswell Georgia Scavenger Hunt (Self-Guided)โ ๐ Historic Roswell โฐ Anytime ๐ฒ $ Per team โWhat: App-guided challenges around Roswellโs most photogenic corners. Great for kids, in-laws, or competitive couples.
โ โTHURSDAY Nov 20 โ๐ท Bad Ass Redsโ ๐ Fermented University โฐ Thu, Nov 20 | 6 PM ๐ต $50 tickets What: Big, bold, unapologetic reds that punch back. Youโll leave knowing which bottle pairs best with confidence. โWomen Entrepreneur Networking Event โ Tech Alpharetta โญโ ๐ Tech Alpharetta โฐ Thu Nov 20, 6โ9 pm ๐ฒ $ Registration required โWhat: A powerhouse room full of women founders, leaders, and sideโhustlers swapping ideas, raising each other up, and pretending we all remembered our business cards.Jeopardy Bar League โ Fetch Parkโ ๐ Fetch Park, Alpharetta โฐThur Nov 20, 7โ9 pm ๐ฒ Free to play โWhat: Trivia night meets dog park. Fierce competition for humans, social hour for pups. A perfect Thursday. โ โFRIDAY Nov 21 โOutta the Box Gallery Exhibit โ Alpharetta Arts Centerโ ๐ Alpharetta Arts Center, 238 Canton St โฐ Nov 21, 8 amโ5 pm ๐ฒ Free โWhat: A daytime wander through creative, quirky, โwait, I kind of want that in my houseโ art pieces. Perfect for a quiet pre-chaos outing before the eveningโs tree lighting frenzy begins.Arts Aglow: Interactive Light Displayโ ๐ Alpharetta Arts Center, 238 Canton St โฐ Nov 21, 8 amโ5 pm ๐ฒ Free โWhat: Step inside glowing, hands-on light installations that make everyone look mysteriously photogenic. Great for kids, adults, or anyone who loves things that light up and feel a little magical. โ โ
SATURDAY, Nov 22 โSeason of Celebration โ Alpharetta Tree Lighting โญโ ๐ Downtown Alpharetta โฐ Nov 22, 5โ8 pm ๐ฒ Free โWhat: Alpharettaโs iconic 50โfoot tree, faux snow, performers, marshmallow roasting, and holiday energy turned all the way up.โ โโ โSUNDAY , Nov 23โ โThe Lighting of Avalon โญโ ๐ Avalon โฐ Nov 23, 2โ7:30 pm ๐ฒ Free; skating extra โWhat: Avalonโs biggest night โ Santaโs arrival, live bands, skating, and a crowd that fully commits to the moment.
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โ โTHURSDAY , Nov 27
๐ฆ Alpharetta Turkey Trot โ ๐ Downtown Alpharetta ๐ Thu Nov 27 ยท 8 AM ๐ฒ $35 Registration What: Burn off the pies before you eat them. The annual trot returns โ festive, funny, and fueled by cold-morning adrenaline. โSATURDAY , Nov 29
โญ๏ธ๐๏ธ Small Business Saturday Crawl โ ๐ Downtown Alpharetta, Milton, and Roswell ๐ Sat Nov 29 ยท All Day ๐ฒ Free Event What: Your friendly reminder that Target doesnโt remember your dogโs name โ but local shops do.
โ โญ๏ธSanta Tuck-Inโ ๐ Hotel at Avalon ๐ต Reserved room required โ What: Santa in slippers reading โTwas the Night Before Christmas? Instant childhood core memory unlocked.
โ โEVENTS ON THE HORIZON ( May want to mark your calendar!!): Breakfast with Santa โ Halcyonโ ๐ Halcyon โฐ Sat Dec 6 & Sun Dec 7 ๐ฒ $$ Ticketed โWhat: A cozy, cameraโready breakfast with the big man himself. โ
THURSDAY Nov 20 โSinatra Night with Ray Allen โ ๐ Taste The Flavor Brunch Bar, 5325 Windward Parkway, Alpharetta โฐ Thu, Nov 20 | 7โ10 PM ๐ต Ticketed event What: Alpharettaโs getting its swagger back โ crooner vibes, cocktails, and a night that practically begs for a martini and a twirl. โMike Rainey โ Stand-Up at Helium Comedy Clubโ ๐ Helium Comedy Club, Alpharetta โฐ 7:30โ9:30 pm ๐ฒ $ Ticketed show โWhat: Adult-leaning comedy that hits just right before holiday hosting officially kicks in. โโ โFRIDAY Nov 21โ โBehind the Music Live โ Autrey Mill โญโ ๐ Johns Creek โฐ Nov 21, 7:30โ9:30 pm ๐ฒ Free; donations appreciated โWhat: Intimate, storyteller-style performances under the trees. Bring a blanket and someone who loves a good acoustic moment. โ โSUNDAY Nov 23โ โญ๏ธA Little Peace of the Holidays w/ Karla Harris โ ๐ Roswell Cultural Arts Center โฐ Sun, Nov 23 | 4 PM ๐ต Tickets at roswell365.com What: Silky jazz, warm lights, and holiday nostalgia โ Karla Harris brings the kind of peace you actually want this season. โโ WEDNSDAY Nov 26โ โLaughsgiving Comedy Showโ ๐ Cafรฉ Efendi โฐ Wed, Nov 26 ๐ต Tickets required What: Forget the turkey โ bring the giggles. A pre-holiday lineup serving punchlines, not pumpkin pie. โ
Queen of Hearts Antiques & Interiors โ๐ Alpharetta Hwy, Alpharetta โฐ Hours vary; check website or call for current schedule ๐ฒ Browsing + boutique finds โWhat: Tucked away off the main drag, this charming antique shop mixes vintage furniture, quirky dรฉcor pieces, and one-of-a-kind home accents that you wonโt dig up at the big box stores. Perfect for a stroll-through when you want to add personality to your space โ not just more stuff.
๐ธ Guess the Photo
This is a photo of an object around town, tightly zoomed in, can you guess what it is? ๐ Do you know what it is?
Answer revealed next week in the Fadeout!!
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THURSDAY, Nov 20โ โMovie Night at Halcyon โ โThe Nightmare Before Christmasโ ๐ Halcyon โฐ Thu Nov 20, 6 pm ๐ฒ Free โWhat: Outdoor movie night featuring the Tim Burton classic. Bring blankets, snacks, and your inner goth child. โFRIDAY, Nov 21 โChristmas Tree Lightingโ โญ๏ธ๐ The Hamilton, Alpharetta โฐ Fri, Nov 21 | 5:30 PM ๐ต Free (Reservations recommended) โ What: The glow-up of the year โ live music, cocoa, and twinkle lights that make you forget how many tangled strands you left at home.โ โโญ๏ธ โธ๏ธ Avalon on Ice Opening Weekend โ ๐ The Plaza at Avalon, Alpharetta ๐ Fri Nov 21 ยท 5โ10 PM ๐ฒ $18 Adults / $14 Kids (includes skates) What: The ice rink is back. Grab a cider, lace up, and hope no oneโs filming your first lap.
๐ Milton Tree Lighting โ ๐ Milton City Hall Greenspace ๐ Fri Nov 21 ยท 6โ8 PM ๐ฒ Free Event What: The city flips the switch on holiday mode โ carols, cocoa, and a crowd thatโs 60% people youโll wave to at Publix tomorrow. โFairyTale Village โ Evening Sessionโ ๐ North Point Mall โฐ Nov 21, 12โ8 pm ๐ฒ $ Tickets โWhat: A nighttime stroll through a winter storybook โ id โTuck-Ins with Santa โ The Hotel at Avalon
๐ The Hotel at Avalon, 9000 Avalon Blvd โฐ Fri Nov 21, 7โ10 pm ๐ฒ $$ Ticketed (hotel guest experience; limited public spots) โWhat: Santa literally comes to your hotel room for a bedside story and holiday tuck-in. Peak cozy-season energy. Even if youโre not staying overnight, itโs fun to wander through the lobby and soak up the festive buzz.
Friday Night Lights โ All-You-Can-Play at Dave & Busterโs
๐ Dave & Busterโs Alpharetta, 6500 North Point Pkwy โฐ Fri Nov 21, 9 pm ๐ฒ $$ All-you-can-play passes available โWhat: The grown-up version of recess. Unlimited games, neon lights, and the joyful realization that youโre really good at skee-ball when the stakes are nonexistent. โ โSATURDAY, Nov 22 โ๐ Run Santa Run 5K โ ๐ Alpharetta City Center ๐ Sat Nov 22 ยท 8 AM ๐ฒ $40 Registration What: Yes, people actually run in Santa suits โ and yes, itโs hilarious. Bring your sense of humor (and maybe a camera).
๐จ Holiday Market at Halcyon โ ๐ Halcyon Green, Alpharetta ๐ Sat Nov 22 ยท 10 AMโ5 PM ๐ฒ Free Event What: Local artisans, handmade gifts, live music โ think of it as Etsy, but you can taste-test the candles.
โ โSUNDAY, Nov 23
๐ Christmas Village at North Point โ ๐ North Point Mall, Alpharetta ๐ Sun Nov 23 ยท 12โ6 PM ๐ฒ Free Event What: Santa selfies, pop-up shops, hot cocoa โ the works. Great for kids, better for parents who love one-stop seasonal chaos. โโ ๐ Lighting of Avalon โ ๐ Avalon Boulevard, Alpharetta ๐ Sun Nov 23 ยท 2pm- 7:30 PM ๐ฒ Free Event What: The official start of sparkle season. Think: fireworks, Santaโs arrival, and all the cozy chaos you secretly love. โTUESDAY, Nov 25โ โGroovinโ with Grandfriends โ Arbor Terraceโ ๐ Crabapple/Roswell โฐ Nov 25, 10:30โ11:30 am ๐ฒ Free โWhat: Seniors + little ones + music = the cutest hour youโll see all week.Mini Melodies โ GiGiโs Playhouseโ ๐ Alpharetta โฐ Nov 25, 11 amโ12 pm ๐ฒ Free โWhat: A joyful music session for young kids with Down Syndrome and their families. โBarn Book Sale โ Friends of the Milton Libraryโ ๐ Milton โฐ Nov 25, 1โ5:30 pm ๐ฒ Most items $0.50โ$3 โWhat: A treasure hunt for readers โ books, puzzles, movies, and nostalgia. โ Click ๐ here to submit your event.
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โ โโ ๐ค Live at Loyal Q: Local Jam Session โ ๐ Loyal Q & Brew, Alpharetta ๐ Sat Nov 22 ยท 8 PM ๐ฒ Free Event What: Craft beer, pulled pork, and a lineup of local musicians who always sound better live than online.
โ โMalvi Mallow Pop-Upโ ๐ Avalon โฐ Sat, Nov 23 | Open Daily ๐ต Varies โ What: Alpharettaโs sweetest little secret โ handmade marshmallows that will ruin you for store-bought forever. โ โ๐ธ Sunday Sounds: The Bourbon Brothers โ ๐ Gate City Brewing, Roswell ๐ Sun Nov 23 ยท 3โ6 PM ๐ฒ Free Event What: A beer-and-blues combo that hits just right on a lazy Sunday. โOpen Mic Night โ The Stout Brothersโ ๐ Roswell โฐ Monday Nov 24, Evening ๐ฒ Free entry โWhat: Casual, cozy, and full of surprise local talent. โ
โญ๏ธChocolate & Wine Pairing โ ๐ Fermented Wine Boutique โฐ Tue, Nov 25 | 6 PM ๐ต $50 What: Because adulting means finally learning which cabernet goes best with caramel. (Hint: all of them.) โ โ
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โ โ โ๐ค Kings of Swing Holiday Show โ ๐ Roswell Cultural Arts Center ๐ Fri Nov 21 ยท 7:30 PM ๐ฒ Tickets required What: Big band, bigger energy. A brass-filled throwback that makes โfestiveโ feel like a verb.
โ โRoswell Farmers Market โ Final Market Day โญโ ๐ Behind Roswell City Hall โฐ Nov 22, 8 amโ12 pm ๐ฒ Free entry โWhat: The last chance to snag local produce, flowers, breads, and โI swear this will be great for Thanksgivingโ finds.
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Historic Homes Open House โ Autrey Millโ ๐ Johns Creek โฐ Nov 22, 10 amโ2 pm ๐ฒ Free โWhat: Holidayโdecorated historic homes with docents, nostalgia, and a surprise Santa moment.
๐ Roswell Tree Lighting โ ๐ Roswell Town Square ๐ Sat Nov 22 ยท 5โ7 PM ๐ฒ Free Event โKarla Harris Holiday Jazz Concertโ ๐ Roswell Cultural Arts Center โฐ Sun Nov 23, 4โ5 pm ๐ฒ $$ Ticketed โWhat: Swingy, soulful holiday jazz that feels like warm lighting and a perfectly mixed Old Fashioned. What: Choirs, cookies, and that dramatic countdown moment everyone loves. Santa might โaccidentallyโ show up early. โ๐ถ Holiday Pops with the Roswell Symphony โ ๐ Roswell Cultural Arts Center ๐ Sat Nov 29 ยท 7:30 PM ๐ฒ Tickets required What: Big voices, classic carols, and that moment when the brass section makes you tear up a little.โ โโญ๏ธVictor Rolf. Fashion Statements. ๐High Museum of Art โ๐ Oct 10 - Feb 8 โ๐ฒ Ticketedโ โWhat: Couture gets conceptual. The Dutch duoโs larger-than-life gowns, irony, and edge prove fashion can be both fabric and philosophy. Prepare to be floored โ and inspired to overdress at brunch. โChristkindlmarket Roswellโ ๐ Roswell Town Square (TBA) โฐ Late NovโDec ๐ฒ Free entry โWhat: Mulled wine, German treats, handmade gifts โ the coziest little European market in the suburbs.
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๐GardenGarden Nights, Holiday Lights โ Atlanta Botanical Gardenโ ๐ Atlanta โฐ Evenings late NovโDec ๐ฒ $$โ$$$ Ticketed โWhat: Millions of lights, glowing sculptures, and the Canopy Walk shining like a holiday runway. Worth the drive every single year.
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Historic Autrey Mills Open House image by A Side Creative
Historic Homes Open House โ Autrey Mill (Real Estate Spotlight Edition)โ ๐ Johns Creek โฐ Nov 22, 10 amโ2 pm ๐ฒ Free โWhat: Hereโs a fun twist for our real-estate-loving readers: Autrey Millโs Historic Homes Open House gives you a rare peek into the architectural DNA of Johns Creek. These restored gems โ from the Summerour House to the 19th-century tenant cabin โ are like flipping through a living Zillow archive, except with docents, holiday dรฉcor, and an occasional Santa sighting.
If you love a good porch, original woodwork, or imagining how people lived before quartz counters and open-concept everything, this is your kind of Saturday stroll. A perfect reminder that todayโs โmodern farmhouseโ has nothing on the real thing.
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Can you solve this weekโs scramble? โ
Scramble:โ S O E W R N L F A K
Hint:โ Youโll spot these drifting around town before the real ones ever show up.
Blanks:โ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ (10) Answer revealed at the bottom see The Fadeout section! ๐
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Entryway Style board
Set the Tone at the Threshold
If youโre hosting this Thanksgiving, your entryway is doing a lot more heavy lifting than you think. Itโs the first hello, the first impression, and the first place guests dropโฆ well, everything. A quick foyer refresh can instantly set the tone: think a washable runner (because pumpkin-spice anything will spill), a small console vignette with a warm lamp glow, and a catch-all bowl that quietly whispers โIโve thought of everything.โ Add in a seasonal stem or two, swap out that tired doormat, and suddenly your home feels intentional before guests even make it to the kitchen. Consider this your five-minute power move for a welcoming, pulled-together holiday vibe. โ
Why This Works
Because the entryway is your homeโs โfirst impression.โ A little warm lighting, natural texture, and smart storage instantly make your space feel intentional โ even if everything beyond it isnโt quite guest-ready yet.
โEvergreen Stems โ subtle holiday mood without the overwhelm.
โ ๐ Here for Thanksgiving?โ Excellent timing โ Alpharetta is currently operating at peak sparkle. Between the tree lightings, pop-up bars, markets, and things that look suspiciously like Hallmark movie sets, thereโs plenty to do when you need a breather from your relatives. Stick with us and youโll know exactly where to wander, sip, skate, and politely avoid doing dishes.
North Fulton Community Charities โ Holiday Assistance Programโ ๐ Roswell & Alpharetta NFCC locations โWhat: NFCC is collecting new toys, winter coats, gift cards, and holiday meal items for families in need. One of the most impactful ways to support neighbors right here in North Fulton.
The Drake House โ Holiday Wish List for Moms & Kidsโ ๐ Roswell โWhat: Donate toys, teen gifts, pajamas, and grocery gift cards to help single moms create a magical holiday morning for their children at The Drake House Holiday House.
Toys for Tots โ Alpharetta Fire Stationsโ ๐ All Alpharetta fire stations (official drop sites) โWhat: Drop off new, unwrapped toys that stay local, supporting families in Alpharetta and North Fulton.
Job postings for the creative economy (by which I mean totally made up ๐) But A Side Of Town would love to post your real jobs, gig, service, or help wanted ads. โ
๐จ Calling All Creatives:Alpharetta Arts Center needs volunteers for upcoming winter workshops. No degree required, just enthusiasm and maybe a beret.
๐ Help Wanted: Waggy Walks Pet Care is adding part-time dog-walkers for the holiday travel season. Must love pups, puddles, and being told youโre the best human ever. ๐ Hiring:Drybar Alpharetta is looking for stylists who can tame holiday-party hair and hold gossip securely under a blow-dryer. ๐ง๐ฝโ๐ Seasonal Gig:Avalon Events Crew needs extra hands for Santa photo ops and light display setup. Ideal candidates can lift 50 lbs and maintain holiday cheer under pressure (and peppermint-scented fog).
โ โGot a real-life job you need seasonal help with? Let's get it posted next week? Click ๐ here to submit your posting
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Greenville, SC courtesy of Instagram
Weekend Getaway- Greenville, SC โ Holiday Lights + Foodie Weekend Energyโ ๐ Downtown Greenville, SC โฐ Ideal for a 1โ2 night getaway (2 hr 30 min drive) ๐ฒ $$ Dining + optional skating/activities โ โWhat: If youโre craving a getaway that feels festive but not chaotic, Greenville is your sweet spot. Main Street glows with early holiday lights, โIce on Mainโ opens for crisp-weather skating, and Falls Park delivers that perfect scenic stroll without needing a hiking kit. Add their seriously good restaurant scene, boutique shopping for early gifts, and a walkable downtown youโll want to wander for hours. The ideal pre-Thanksgiving reset โ close enough for one night, fun enough for two. โ
Where to Stay:โ โThe Westin Poinsett โ Classic, elegant, and right on Main Street. The easiest way to stay in the center of the holiday glow. โGrand Bohemian Lodge โ A luxury lodge overlooking Falls Park and the Liberty Bridge. Stone fireplaces, dramatic architecture, and perfect for a cozy, upscale escape.
Caption for Illustration:โ Greenvilleโs Main Street glowing under early holiday lights โ the perfect backdrop for a festive weekend wander. โ โ
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๐ฅ Roast: To the driver who tried to parallel park on Canton Street during the tree-lighting preview โ bold move, wrong dimension.
๐ Boast: To the Alpharetta High marching band โ because nothing says โholidaysโ like Jingle Bells with a drumline.
๐ท Toast: To whoever invented the Merry Grinchmas Martini โ the city of Alpharetta owes you a key to downtown. โ โ
Keep it kind + local. We may edit for clarity/length.
๐ For Sale: One decorative hay bale, slightly used, now housing a family of chipmunks. Free to a good porch.
๐ฏ๏ธ Wanted: Someone who can relight my fall candle without judgment for how fast I burned through the first one.
๐ฅง Trade: One homemade pie crust for a functioning rolling pin. (Mine retired mid-Thanksgiving prep.)
๐ฟ๏ธ Lost: My willpower at Kilwins. If found, please return before I buy another caramel apple.
โ Editorโs Note: Have a real ad? Weโll happily mix it in with the fake ones next week โ bonus points if itโs just as weird. โ โClick ๐ here to submit your item / opportunity.
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Word Puzzle Answer: Snowflake โ
Last Week's Guess the Photo Answer: Avian
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Avian
2011 Forged iron and bronze
Artist-Michael Dillon
Located inside the Alpharetta Arts Center โ
Michael Dillon has had a deep interest flying or the feeling of flight in his work. The ability to transcend oneโs physical abilities and to see the limitless possibilities has become a hallmark theme of his work. โ
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Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek & Roswell Events: Jan 08 โ Jan 14 Welcome back, Come inside, it's nice and cozy in here. I hope you like what I've done with the place. I have edited and made some changes you may notice. This experiment is ever evolving and I appreciate all of you being here, sending suggestions, sharing and supporting. You have any goals for yourself this year? Besides growing this passion project I'm always struggling to move my body more. I'm thinking about trying out...
Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek & Roswell Events: Dec 18 โ Dec 31 ๐ New here? Get the weekly A Side of Town email (plus the free GA-400 Escape Plan) at asideoftown.com so you never miss the good stuff.If this week feels a littleโฆ untethered, youโre not alone. The stretch between Christmas and New Yearโs has a way of bending time โ routines disappear, calendars blur, and suddenly itโs Tuesday but also somehow Saturday. Thatโs part of the charm. This issue leans into that energy. Whether youโre...