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Sep 11-Sep 17 Alpharetta Events + Milton's Restaurant Week - A Side Of Town
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What's up Alpharetta????!
A Side of Town's mascot, Alphie, is still dancing because he is so excited about our launch! Weβre riding that late-summer sun / early-fall pep with a tracklist of Top 5 feel-good events, kid-friendly jams, and civic notes worth a shareβfrom AvalOM, sunset yoga to Grilling + Gridiron on Roswell St. to Hay and Horse shows at Wills Park. Vote in All the Hits, take a swing at our Play on Repeat puzzle, and peep Shop Around (yes, someone listed a mid-century record console for $3.50 and weβre not asking questions). Cue up the vibesβyour hometown mixtape starts now.
Alphie, the A Side Of Town mascot
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This weeks newsletter is sponsored by Elle C. Wolfe Interiors
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Elle C. Wolfe Interiors isnβt just furniture and fabricsβitβs a mood with a point of view. Alpharettaβs True Color Expert designs character-rich rooms that feel unmistakably you: color that tells a story, layouts that live beautifully, and details that photograph like a dream. From cozy residential refreshes to booked-solid short-term rentals, Elle blends fashion-forward flair with your personal treasures and a modern attitude. Book a free 30 min. consultation by clicking here to my calendar.β
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Thursday, Sept 11 β β¨Hocus Pocus PopβUp πMercantile Social π 5pm-11pm A themed, immersive bar experience inspired by Hocus Pocusβseasonal flair meets community fun.
Jeopardy Bar Leagueβ πFetch Park π7β9 p.m. A team-based trivia showdown in the style of Jeopardyβinteractive, competitive, and social.
β βFriday, Sept 12 β FairyTale Villageβ πNorth Point Mall π11 a.m.β7:30 p.m. Family fun continues with storytelling and enchantment at this popular outdoor event. βAlpharetta Moonlight Marketβ πCity Center π5β10 p.m. Evening artisan marketplace showcasing local makers and creativity under the night sky. β β¨Avalon Nights Liveβ πPalmer Plaza π6β8 p.m. Free live music to launch the weekend in a vibrant outdoor plaza. β On The Green Concert Seriesβ πCity Center π6β10 p.m. A lively concert series by the Rotary Club featuring local talentβbring a chair and enjoy.
Peter and the Star Catcher, 7:30β10 p.m., Arcadia Theater A whimsical prequel to Peter Pan, filled with imagination and fun for all ages. ( β Hot Flash (80s Tribute Band)β πRoaring Social π 8β11:30 p.m Dance to New Wave and alternative classics reimagined with energy and nostalgia.
Alpharetta Farmers Marketβ πWills Park Equestrian Center π 8:30 a.m.β12:30 p.m. Fresh produce, artisan vendors, and community buzzβa weekend staple.
Grilling & Gridironβ πRoswell/Old Roswell St. corner, Alpharetta π 12β7:30 p.m. A festive tailgate-style food event celebrating Southeastern college football culture. β Fermented Saturday Wine Tastingβ πFermented Venue Alpharetta π 3β7 p.m. Sample curated family-vineyard wines in rotating themesβperfect for casual connoisseurs. βSymphony at Sunset with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra (FREE) β classical favorites under the stars. π Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, 2200 Encore Pkwy, Alpharetta π Sat Sep 13, 6:00β9:30pm π² Free (Tickets are free but you must reserve them)
*Some items throughout this newsletter may be affiliate links which means the publisher may get a small commission at no additional cost to you.* β
This Weekβs Poll: βWhat's your favorite, cheese, pepperoni, or meat lovers, who's got the best pizza slice in town? β β π Okay Alpharetta, where can we find the best pizza slice in town? β
β While you vote on the Best Pizza Slice in town, bring the pizzeria home: stone for the blister, peel for the launch, wheel for the clean cutβthen slip on the pizza socks and gloat (politely) when your favorite takes the crown.β β Editorβs Picks β Pizza Night, Home Editionβ β
β¨Pizza Stoneπ (blister + crisp energy) β Level up weeknight pies with a heat-holding stone that gives you those leopard-spot bubbles.
β¨Wheel Pizza Cutterπͺ (one-cut wonder) β Glide through molten cheese without dragging toppings into the abyss.
β¨Pizza Peel(launch + land like a pro) β Slide pies onto the stone and rescue them with dignity. Splinters not included.
Wildcard Hit:Novelty Pizza Socks βFor the inevitable victory lap when your slice wins the poll. 𧦠β βNext Weekβs Teaser: Alpharettaβs best local brunch spot. π₯β β
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Patriot Day Commemoration (Johns Creek) β community remembrance hosted with local Rotary clubs. π Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, Newtown Park, Johns Creek π Thu Sep 11, 8:30am π² Free (donations welcome) βSunset Sips @ CNC (Chattahoochee Nature Center) β π 9135 Willeo Rd, Roswell π Thu Sep 11, 6:00β9:00pm π² $ General admission/memberships
Music on the Hill: βPiano Manβ (Billy Joel Tribute) β City of Roswell β π Roswell City Hall Lawn, 38 Hill St, Roswell π Fri Sep 12, 7:00β9:00pm π² Free
Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market β fresh produce & local makers. π 38 Hill St (City Hall grounds), Roswell π Sat Sep 13, 8:00amβNoon π² Free entry
Pup-a-Palooza (Johns Creek) β dog-friendly festival & contests. π Newtown Park, Johns Creek π Sat Sep 13, 12:00β3:00pm π² Free βMatildas Music Under the Pines (Michael Logen)β βπMatilda's Music Venue, Milton, GA π Sat Sep 13, 8β10 p.m. An evening featuring soulful Americana/folk music under the stars
β¨Shop, Sip & Stroll on The Green (Milton) β boutique hopping around walkable Crabapple. π The Green at Crabapple Market, Milton π Sun Sep 14, 1:00pm π² Free entry (purchases extra)
Heroes, Hummers & Hops (Roswell) β Fundraiser β food, live music & auction benefiting first responders. π From the Earth Brewing Co., 1570 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell π Sun Sep 14, 4:00β7:00pm (VIP 3:00pm) π² $ Tickets
Sundays in the Park (Roswell) β bring a picnic for early-evening tunes. π Roswell City Hall Lawn π Sun Sep 14, 5:30β7:00pm π² Free
Johns Creek High School Orchestra β Fall Concert (School event) β π 5575 State Bridge Rd, Johns Creek π Tue Sep 16, 7:00pm π² Often free (check program)
Alive in Roswell β music, food trucks & local vendors. π Historic Canton St & Roswell Antique & Interiors Lot, Roswell π Thu Sep 18, 5:00β9:00pm π² Free
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πΈ Guess the Photo
This is a photo of an object around town, tightly zoomed in, can you guess what it is? π Do you know what it is?
Answer revealed next week!
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ATL E-Bikes LLC βDid you know you can rent e-bikes in Alpharetta? (formerly Pedego Electric Bikes Alpharetta), a local retailer offering rentals, sales, service, and guided tours, with the option for delivery to your hotel.
π 6480 North Point Pkwy Access to top-of-the-line electric bikes and the ability to explore local attractions like the Big Creek Greenway. I had no idea? Did you?
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Courtesy Airbnb
π Lakefront Home + Private Island π Vernon Township, NJ 2 BR 2 Bath As we start thinking about fall we can still take advantage of the beauty of lake houses and the serene lake views. This a frame in Granby, CO looks so peaceful. Imagine being there as the leaves change curled up with a good book. Sign me up for a weekend getaway. This lakefront home with a private island (yes, a private island) is not for sale but you can rent it. See more of this gorgeous lake house here.β
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I popped into Trader Joe's the other day and they have pumpkins and gourds ready to purchase already. I think it's still a bit soon to be displaying pumpkins, lord knows they will be a rotten slimy pile in this heat by the time end of October / November rolls around. I did buy some pumpkin butter, should be delicious on toast. I can't believe I'm going to say this, but I'm a teensy bit ready for fall. β
Pursue Cozy Mood Board by Elle C Wolfe Interiors
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The Saturday Starter Loop (90 minutes): Park once at City Center (follow the blue βPβ signs), stroll the Town Green, pop into the Welcome Center for maps + this weekβs events, then swing by Crabapple Market for a coffee and end at Avalon for dinner and a lawn sit. Skip the bookmark rabbit holeβstick with AβSideβs weekly picks and our Newcomer Essentials miniβpack (we sift; you just show up). coming soon.
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(Free Outdoor Fitness β Zumba (Morning) β π Cauley Creek Park, 7255 Bell Rd, Johns Creek π Thu Sep 11, 8:00β9:00am π² Free
Patriot Day Commemoration (Johns Creek) β π Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, Newtown Park π Thu Sep 11, 8:30am π² Free (donations welcome)
Music on the Hill (City of Roswell) β π Roswell City Hall Lawn π Fri Sep 12, 7:00β9:00pm π² Free
Sundays in the Park (City of Roswell) β π Roswell City Hall Lawn π Sun Sep 14, 5:30β7:00pm π² Free
Atlanta Humane Society Golf Classic (Fundraiser) β π Country Club of the South, 4100 Old Alabama Rd, Johns Creek π Mon Sep 15, 9:00amβ3:00pm π² $ Player entry / sponsorships
Free Outdoor Fitness β Zumba (Evening) β π Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, Newtown Park, Johns Creek π Wed Sep 17, 6:00β7:00pm π² Free
Alpharetta Mayorβs Corporate Challenge 5K + Kids Fun Run (Rotary fundraiser & block party) β π Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza π Thu Sep 18, 4:00β8:00pm (Kids Fun Run 6:00pm; 5K 6:30pm) π² $ Race reg (Kids Fun Run free)
Avalon Nights Liveβ πPalmer Plaza π Friday, Sep 12, 6β8 p.m. Free live music to launch the weekend in a vibrant outdoor plaza. β On The Green Concert Seriesβ πCity Center πFriday Sep 12, 6β10 p.m. A lively concert series by the Rotary Club featuring local talentβbring a chair and enjoy.
Pup-a-Palooza (Johns Creek) β contests & dog-zone fun. π Newtown Park, Johns Creek π Sat Sep 13, 12:00β3:00pm π² Free
β¨βPeter and the Starcatcherβ (Family-friendly play) β π Arcadia Theater, 180 Academy St, Alpharetta π Fri Sep 12, 7:30β10:00pm β’ Sat Sep 13, 7:30β10:00pm β’ Sun Sep 14, 2:00β4:30pm π² $ Tickets βCheryl & Co. Horse Shows Inc.β πWills Park Equestrian Center π Sat Sep 13, 8 a.m.β5 p.m. Family-friendly competitive equestrian showcasesβhorse lovers, unite.
FairyTale Village (immersive pop-up) β π North Point Mall, Alpharetta π Open daily this week; also Thu Sep 18, 11:00amβ7:30pm π² $ Tickets
Job postings for the creative economy (by which I mean totally imaginary. π) Event Photographer β City Center Saturdaysβ Sat 6:00β10:00p through Oct. $40/hr + gallery credit. Must wrangle candids and lowβlight without fear. βContact: Reply SHUTTER with a portfolio link.
β βRetail Stylist (PT) β The Vinyl Room Recordsβ 2β3 shifts/wk, evenings + one weekend day. $18β$22/hr + staff picks. Must pair albums with vibes and never gatekeep a great find. βContact: Reply STYLIST with a oneβliner about your favorite fall album.
β βDog Walker β Windwardβ Weekdays 11:30aβ2:30p window. $20β$25 per 30βmin visit. Golden retriever experience = bonus face licks. Click π to here to submit your posting (Free during launch)
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Can you solve this weekβs scramble? βScramble: GLIGGE Hint: What kids do when they canβt stop laughing? Blanks: _ _ _ _ _ _ (number of letters) Answer revealed at the bottom see The Fadeout section! π
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It's restaurant week, next door in Milton, GA. Get your fill at some of their finest spots this week. Sept 8β14 β Milton Restaurant Week β A week-long celebration of local diningβdiscover special menus from favorite area eateries. Check the cities RW participants. β βMiltonβs Cuisine & Cocktails β garden-grown Southern, date-night energyβ π 800 Mayfield Rd, Milton, GA 30009. π Times vary (see their website)
Hot Flash (β80s dance tribute) @ Roaring Social β π 35 Milton Ave, Alpharetta π Fri Sep 12, 8:00β11:30pm π² $ Cover at door
Groovinβ on the Green @ Halcyon β π 6365 Halcyon Way (Green), Alpharetta area π Sat Sep 13, 6:00β9:00pm π² Free
PHISH β Night 1 β π Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta π Tue Sep 16, 7:00pm π² $ Tickets
PHISH β Night 2 β π Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta π Wed Sep 17, 7:00pm π² $ Tickets
Judas Priest & Alice Cooper (co-headline) β π Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, Alpharetta π Thu Sep 18, 6:45pm π² $ Tickets
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Blue Ridge Scenic Railway β About 70 miles north, 1h 20m on GA400 & Hwy 76. Ride a vintage-vibe train along the Toccoa, then sip cider at Mercier Orchards or dip your toes at Lake Blue Ridgeβs Morganton Point. Quick, cozy, mountain air included.
Blue Ridge Scenic Railway β departs from the historic depot at 241 Depot St, Blue Ridge and runs a 26-mile, ~4-hour roundtrip along the Toccoa River to McCaysville/Copperhill. Blue Ridge Scenic Railwayβ β
Optional add-ons (all within a few minutesβ drive)
Mercier Orchards β hot cider, hard-cider tastings, and seasonal U-Pick at 8660 Blue Ridge Dr (check hours).
Morganton Point (Lake Blue Ridge) β beachy day-use area for swims/picnics/kayaks.
Fall Branch Falls β easy 0.9-mile out-and-back waterfall hike.
Toccoa River Swinging Bridge β short hike to the longest swinging bridge east of the Mississippi. β
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Roast: Avalon deck stripe-straddlers β your SUV isnβt a duplex
Boast: The Porch Parade Committee on Canton Streetβneighbors who traded hydrangeas and turned three stoops into mood boards. Carry on, color geniuses.
Toast: Alpharetta Farmers Market growers & makers β lateβsummer tomatoes and fresh loaves still headlining our plates. Clink! β π Anyone you want to roast, boast, or toast? Submit here Free during launch month! β
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These are made-up classifieds to fill this category, if have stuff to sell or swap , see the link below to post your situation.
For Sale:MidβCentury Record Console (restored)β 56" walnutβlook cabinet with hidden cord cutoutsβperfect for vinyl + router hideβandβseek. Excellent condition from a smokeβfree home. $3.50 OBO (nope, not a typo) pickup only.
Wanted:Scone Slinger Moonlight Biscuit Co. needs a weekend morning pro (SatβSun, 6:30aβ12p). Must love jazzy playlist and people. $17β$20/hr + tips + shift biscuit. Start this weekend.
" If you live in Alpharetta, this is a MUST read. π― π π π³ π²"!
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