Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek & Roswell Events: Feb 05 – Feb 11

Hey Neighbors,
It's February!!! The month of Love and remembering Legends. We all need so much more love and grace these days. February is a big LOVE month in our house because both of our kids were born in February. (They're currently the same age for the next 3 weeks) 😬 When they were growing up I refused to host two parties in February so we split the difference and usually held a coed theme party in the middle of the month around Valentine's Day.

Wishing lots of love to you, your friends, your family. Anyone participating in a Galentine or Palentine event? I'd love to hear about it.

Love ❤️,

Naray
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⭐ Gold Star Editor’s Picks

Editor’s Picks are the plans that survived the group chat. The ones worth putting on real pants for, booking ahead of time, or gently rescheduling something else. Not everything happening this week—just the good stuff. Start here if decision fatigue has already set in.

FRIDAY Feb 6

⭐ 🎨 Love Is… Exhibition Reception
📍 Downtown Alpharetta
🕔 5:00–7:00 PM
💵 Free
What: Opening reception vibes with art, mingling, and a solid excuse to linger downtown.

⭐ Roswell Roots Festival — Month-Long Kickoff
The cultural backbone of February—pick one event or make it a whole mini-season.

⭐ Roots Festival Live Performances (Opening Weekend)
A Friday night plan with real meaning: music + spoken word that lands.

⭐ Roswell Historic District Art Walk
Easy, social, and charming—your “why don’t we do this more?” moment.

⭐ African American History Walking Tour (Roswell Mill Area)
Local history, told out loud—an afternoon that sticks with you.

⭐ Community Panel: Black Voices of Roswell (Past + Present)
Real stories, local voices, zero fluff. Come curious.

⭐ Galentine’s Night Out (Downtown Alpharetta)
Friends > roses. Dinner, laughs, and a little main-character energy.

⭐ Valentine’s Dessert Crawl (Avalon + Downtown Alpharetta)
No reservations, no stress—just hop from treat to treat like it’s a rom-com montage.

SUNDAY Feb 8

🥂 The People’s Brunch (Rescheduled due to weather)
📍 Reserve 116 · Alpharetta
🕐 Sunday, Feb 1 · 1:00–4:00 PM
💵 Ticketed (from $35)
What: A community-centered brunch marking the start of Black History Month, co-hosted by Built to Last and Afroretta. This intentional gathering brings together entrepreneurs, creatives, and business owners for curated brunch, thoughtful networking, and a marketplace spotlighting Black-owned and community-focused brands. Expect elevated vibes, meaningful connection, and conversation rooted in collaboration over hustle.

SELLOUT SIDEBAR
Book Ahead Guide: 🎟️ Ticketed · ⏳ Limited seating · 📅 Worth planning ahead

Yoshishanaa
📍 The Spotlight Stage at North Point Mall 1000 North Point Circle
📅 Sat Feb 7
🕔 6:30 pm -8:30pm
💵 $21.55 Get Tickets
What:

Matildas Music: Listening Room Series

📍 The Spotlight Stage at North Point Mall
⏰ Select Fridays: Jan 31 · Feb 13 · Mar 7 | Doors 7 PM
💵 $

What: An intimate indoor listening-room concert series inside North Point Mall — live music, light eats, and a cash bar, without the outdoor setup.

Each night, a different vibe:
• Jan 31 — Americana Roots + BBQ
• Feb 13 — Jazz Club + Italian eats
• Mar 7 — Nashville Circle + Southern eats

📍 Level 2, next to the Food Court
🚗 Park by the Food Court entrance near JCPenney (mall doors close at 8 PM)

💃 Arabian Nights: Family Valentine’s Dance

📍 175 Roswell Rd. Alpharetta Community Center
🗓️ Saturday, February 7
🕕 6:00–9:00 PM
💵 $25 per person Register for Tickets

What: A themed family dance with lanterns, music, and photo-worthy moments. Elegant, festive, and kid-friendly inspired by the the world of Arabian Nights.

Young John Lewis in Concert (Roswell Roots)
📍 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center
🕒 When: Thu Feb 26, 7 PM
💲 Cost: $–$$ (tickets)
WHAT: A live hip-hop musical telling the early story of John Lewis—high energy, powerful storytelling, and a “buy tickets before you forget” kind of night.

Thursday Feb 5
⭐Roswell Roots Festival — Month-Long Kickoff
📍 Where: Roswell (multiple venues)
🕒 When: Thu Feb 5–Sat Feb 28 (ongoing all month)
💲 Cost: Mostly Free
WHAT: A full-month lineup of Black history + culture programming—music, art, storytelling, and community events that give February real meaning.

Roswell Community Garden Volunteer Evening
📍 Where: Roswell Community Garden
🕒 When: Thu Feb 5, 5:30–7:30 PM
💲 Cost: Free
WHAT: Show up, pitch in, and leave feeling like the kind of person who definitely has their life together (even if you don’t).

🍽️ Roswell Restaurant Weeks (ends Saturday)

📍 Roswell Restaurant Week- digital event guide here
🗓️ January 22 – February 7 | 💵 Prix-fixe menus vary by restaurant

What: Roswell’s biggest dine-out moment returns with prix-fixe menus across the city. Think built-in excuses to try the place you always say you will — or revisit the one you already love, just with a little more intention (and maybe dessert).

🎯 Winter Bocce Ball League
📍 Halcyon · Alpharetta
🕗 Evening
💵 League fee
What: Weekly league play that’s more social than serious. Join solo or bring a team.

Friday Feb 6
Roots Festival Live Performances (Opening Weekend)
📍 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center
🕒 When: Fri Feb 6, 7 PM
💲 Cost: Free–$
WHAT: Music + spoken word rooted in Black cultural traditions—powerful, but still a fun Friday night plan.

SATURDAY Feb 7
⭐ Roswell Roots Festival Art Exhibition Opens
📍 Where: Roswell City Hall Gallery
🕒 When: Sat Feb 7 (open daily through Feb 28)
💲 Cost: Free
What: Contemporary work from local Black artists—exactly the kind of art that makes you pause and look twice.

Roswell Historic District Art Walk
📍 Where: Roswell Historic District
🕒 When: Sat Feb 7, 6–8 PM
💲 Cost: Free
What: Galleries + strolling + “wait… why don’t we do this more often?” energy.

SUNDAY Feb 8
⭐ African American History Walking Tour
📍 Roswell Mill area
🕒 Sun Feb 8, 2 PM
💲 Cost: Free
What: Local history you may not have learned in school—stories that were here long before the plaques caught up.

MONDAY Feb 9
Black History Month Film Screening + Discussion
📍 Alpharetta Branch Library
🕒 Mon Feb 9, 6 PM
💲 Cost: Free
What: A screening with an actual post-film conversation—thoughtful, accessible, and not a “watch-and-run.”

FRIDAY Feb 13
⭐Galentine's Night
📍 Reserve 116 4150 Old Milton PKWY Alpharetta, GA 30005
🕒 7:30 PM - 10:30PM
💲92.55
What: A candlelit Galentine's event craft cocktails, lite bites, signature lipstick color, fragrance and enjoy lots of bubbly with your squad.

Ongoing Events

LOVE IS… Art Exhibition

📍 Alpharetta Arts Center, Alpharetta
⏰ Sun, Jan 18 | Daytime
💵 Free

What: A feel-good stroll through how local artists interpret connection.

🖼️ Bailey-Johnson School & Community Exhibit
📍 Community Gallery at Alpharetta City Hall · 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta
🗓️ Jan 28 – Mar 31, 2026
🕘 Weekday hours; weekends by appointment / during public meetings
💵 Free
What: A historical photography exhibit highlighting the Bailey-Johnson School, the only high school for Black students in the area during the 1950s–60s. Featuring archival images that tell the story of community, education, and local Black history in Alpharetta.

Click 👉 here to submit your event.

Love is in the air… and so is everyone’s opinion. Tell us: what’s your love language?

What is your favorite season?

FRIDAY Feb 6
🎶 Live Music Fridays
📍 Siena Restaurant · 124 Devore Rd, Alpharetta
🕠 Fridays · 5:30–8:30 PM
💵 Free (food & drinks available)
What: Friday evening live music paired with tapas, cocktails, and mocktails in a relaxed Mediterranean dining setting. Easy win for happy hour that turns into dinner.

SATURDAY Feb 7
Curtis Cook at Helium Comedy Club
📍 Helium Comedy Club (Atlanta)
🕒 Sat Feb 7, 7:30 PM + 10:00 PM
💲 $
What: Saturday night laughs—late show if you’re feeling brave.

Dad's Garage Balckground
📍Roswell Cultural Arts Center - 7PM
💲12
What: Comedy meets cilture in Blackgrounds's hilarious improv show

THURSDAY Feb 12
Groove and Soul: Grant Green Jr. Live
📍 Where: Roswell River Landing (Roswell)
🕒 Feb 12, 2026 (time not shown on the screenshot)
💲 Cost: Free–$ (varies / check listing)
What: Smooth, grown-up live music—jazz/soul groove that makes your Thursday feel like a tiny vacation.

FRIDAY Feb 13
Roots Slam & Jam Open Mic
📍 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center (Roswell)
🕒 Feb 13, 2026 at 7:00pm
💲 Cost: $ 12 buy tickets here
What: A mic-for-the-people night—spoken word + music + community vibes. Come to
perform or just be a supportive audience member.

SUNDAY Feb 15
Voices of the Soul: Jacob Lay Live
📍 Roswell River Landing (Roswell) 245 Azalea Dr.
🕒 Feb 15, 2026 3:30pm
💲 Cost: $38.32 buy tickets here
What: Live soul-forward vocals in a riverside setting—easy “bring a friend, stay awhile” energy.

Honey Birds Bakery
📍 Alpharetta (Honey Birds Bakery)
🕒 Pop in anytime (hours vary)
💲 Pay-as-you-go
What: A new “treat yourself” stop that looks like a Pinterest board and tastes like it—elevated, peaceful, and dangerously photogenic.

Pro tip: This is a perfect sweet break / catch-up-with-a-friend spot… and yes, you will take pics before you take bites.

🛝 Kids Avenue Alpharetta (Indoor Pretend City)
📍 Kids Avenue Alpharetta · North Point Mall
🕘 Daily hours vary
💵 Ticketed
What: An immersive indoor pretend city designed for imaginative play, where kids can explore mini storefronts, streets, and role-play stations. Built for younger kids who love make-believe, with plenty of space to roam and create their own adventures.

SATURDAY Feb 7
Black History Storytelling for Families
📍 Where: Roswell Library
🕒 When: Sat Feb 7, 11 AM
💲 Cost: Free
What: Family-friendly storytelling that’s engaging, interactive, and not watered down.

Kids Craft Hour
📍 Where: Alpharetta Branch Library
🕒 When: Sat Feb 7, 10–11 AM
💲 Cost: Free
What: A wholesome hour of glue sticks and tiny masterpieces you’ll have to “treasure forever.”

💃 Arabian Nights: Family Valentine’s Dance

📍 Alpharetta Community Center
🗓️ Saturday, February 7
🕕 6:00–9:00 PM
💵 $25 per person

What: A themed family dance with lanterns, music, and photo-worthy moments. Elegant, festive, and kid-friendly

WEDNESDAY Feb 11
📖 Storytime
📍 Spruill Oaks Library · Johns Creek
🕥 10:30–11:00 AM
💵 Free
What: Short, sweet weekday programming for littles and caregivers.

ArtStudio on the GoGo: Black History Month Art Session
📍 Alpharetta Library
🕒 Wed Feb 11, 11:00 AM–12:00 PM
💲 Free
What: Hands-on art activities inspired by Black history + culture—open to all ages.

Click 👉 here to submit your event.

🍽️ Roswell Restaurant Weeks

📍 Roswell Restaurant Week
🗓️ January 22 – February 7 | 💵 Prix-fixe menus vary by restaurant

📍 The Hamilton Alpharetta, Alpharetta
⏰ Fri, Feb 13 | 6:00–9:00 PM
💵 $$$

What: A seated, multi-course tasting dinner with curated wine pairings — refined, romantic, and very limited availability.

Up on the Roof: Valentine’s Celebrations Weekend
📍 Up on the Roof (Alpharetta)
🕒 Fri Feb 13 (11 AM–2 AM)
💲 $$–$$$
What: Valentine’s specials + rooftop energy—start early, stay late.

Halcyon “Valentine’s Sips” Cocktail Menu (Eclipse di Luna / Tulum Cafe Lounge)
📍 Eclipse di luna
🕒 Valentine’s week / while available
💲 Cost: $$
WHAT: A limited-time cocktail lineup with names like Hibiscus Kiss and Berry in Love—aka the easiest way to make date night feel intentional.

Saturday Feb 8
Johns Creek Beautification Day
📍 Where: Johns Creek
🕒 When: Sun Feb 8, 9 AM–12 PM
💲 Cost: Free
What: Community cleanup + beautification—aka a neighborhood glow-up you can physically see by lunchtime.

TUESDAY Feb 10
Community Panel: Black Voices of Roswell (Past + Present)
📍 Where: Roswell Cultural Arts Center
🕒 When: Tue Feb 10, 6:30 PM
💲 Cost: Free
What: Local leaders + lived stories + zero fluff—this is the kind of event that sticks with you.

Roswell Pickleball Social
📍 Where: Roswell Recreation and Parks
🕒 When: Tue Feb 10, 7–9 PM
💲 Cost: $5
What: Beginner-friendly social play—competitive energy optional, laughter highly encouraged.

WEDNESDAY · Feb 11

Johns Creek Black History Month Lecture
📍 Where: Johns Creek Public Library
🕒 When: Wed Feb 11, 6 PM
💲 Cost: Free
What: A focused, engaging talk—worth the midweek effort and the “I almost stayed home” moment.

Teen Tutoring Volunteer Night
📍 Where: North Fulton Education Foundation
🕒 When: Wed Feb 11, 5–7 PM
💲 Cost: Free
What: Homework help with real impact—an easy way to be the reason someone doesn’t give up on algebra.

Can you solve this week’s scramble?

Word Scramble: OTBAERHRTH
Hint: The object of one's desires or infatuation

Blanks: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _(10)

Answer revealed at the bottom see The Fadeout section! 👇

Hello! 👋

If you’re newer to Alpharetta (or you’ve been here awhile but want to understand the town beyond the usual highlights), the Bailey-Johnson School & Community Exhibit is worth your time. On view at the Community Gallery inside Alpharetta City Hall, this historical photography exhibit tells the story of the Bailey-Johnson School — the only high school for Black students in the area during the 1950s and 60s.

Through archival images and community history, the exhibit offers a grounded look at local Black education, family life, and the networks that supported students across North Fulton County. It’s a meaningful reminder that Alpharetta’s story didn’t start with mixed-use developments — it was built by people, neighborhoods, and shared perseverance.

The City of Alpharetta and the Old Milton County Historical Society are hosting a screening of the documentary in two locations:

📍Roswell Cultural Arts Center 950 Forrest St. Roswell, GA 30075
🕓Feb 11, 7PM

📍Alpharetta, Arts Center, 238 Canton st. Alpharetta, GA 30009
🕓Feb 21, 1:00PM

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SATURDAY Feb 7
Big Creek Greenway Volunteer Cleanup
📍 Where: Big Creek Greenway
🕒 When: Sat Feb 7, 9–11 AM
💲 Cost: Free
What: A quick morning cleanup with visible impact—fresh air + good karma + you’re done by brunch.

Milton Community Yoga
📍 Where: Milton (parks/studios vary)
🕒 When: Sat Feb 7, 9 AM
💲 Cost: Free
What: A calm-start Saturday stretch… with strong odds of spotting someone who owns multiple pairs of riding boots.

SUNDAY Feb 8
Dog Walking Volunteer Shift
📍 Where: Fulton County Animal Services
🕒 When: Sun Feb 8, flexible
💲 Cost: Free
What: The easiest volunteer win: walk dogs, be adored, leave with your heart inconveniently expanded

Click 👉 here to submit your event.

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📍 Blue Ridge, GA
🕒 Any weekend you can snag it
💲 $$–$$$
What: Hot tub + firepit + generator = weatherproof romance at this cute Airbnb.

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