Alpharetta, Milton, Johns Creek & Roswell Events: Mar 5 – Mar 11

Hey Neighbors,
Yay, its March! We are marching right into Women's History Month, spring-like temps, ( don't look but some predict the 80's) and Bridgerton season. I hear the movie theater CMX over at Halcyon is closing. Considering it's the closest theater to me I never remembered it was there for some reason. I think it should turn into a Studio Movie Grill, what do you think? Will you miss it?

P.S. 🕖 Turn the clocks ahead 1 hour on Sunday!!!

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⭐ Gold Star Editor’s Picks

Editor’s Picks This week’s ⭐ Editor’s Picks are the best of 'worth leaving the house for'.

⭐Makers Market Local Artist Fair at Avalon (Sun)
⭐Roswell Dance Theatre: Alice in Wonderland (Thu–Sun, multiple showtimes)
⭐Fermented Fridays: Live Jazz + Natural Wine (Fri)
⭐Battle of the Bands — Johns Creek (Sat)
⭐Steve Hofstetter — Helium Comedy Club (Sun)
⭐Dominique Dawes Academy Grand Opening (meet Dominique Dawes!) (Sat)

SELLOUT SIDEBAR
Book Ahead Guide: 🎟️ Ticketed · ⏳ Limited seating · 📅 Worth planning ahead
These events are on the horizon and worth planning ahead for tickets / sitters.

Water Circus: ATLANTIS — North Point Mall
📍 North Point Mall (Alpharetta)
⏰ Mar 13–16, 2026
💵 Ticketed (book online) $15-$65 Kids are free with code FACEFREE
What: A climate-controlled big-top water circus with a dynamic water stage — dramatic lights, splashy stunts, and a “wow, we’re not in Alpharetta anymore” vibe.

Luck of Avalon (St. Patrick’s Day Celebration)
📍 The Plaza at Avalon
⏰ Fri, March 13, 6–9 PM
💵 Free to attend
What: Avalon goes full sham-ROCK: live music, Irish performances, themed cocktails, and yes… green beer. Come for the vibes, stay for the Pipes & Drums moment.

Mini schedule (if you want it):

6:30 PM — Drake Irish Dance Alpharetta
6:45 PM — Pipes & Drums (The Atlanta Pipe Band)
7:00 PM — Live music (The Big Beyond)

Also happening: themed bars/cocktails, festive photo-op, St. Patrick’s Day swag.

BYTE26 — Mimms Museum of Technology & Art
📍 Mimms Museum of Technology & Art (Roswell)
⏰ Sat, Mar 21
💵 Ticketed
What: An evening where tech meets creativity — elevated cuisine, craft cocktails, inspiring exhibits, and storytelling tied to innovation/design (including their “iNSPIRE” Apple-focused exhibition).

THURSDAY Mar 5

From the Artist’s Studio: Alexi Torres (Solo Exhibition)
📍 Alpharetta Arts Center, 238 Canton St., Alpharetta
⏰ Thu, Mar 5 • 9:00 AM–8:00 PM
Art-center hours that actually work for normal humans—drop in before dinner or after errands.

The Wizard School of Mercantile (Pop-Up Experience) — Runs multiple nights this week
📍 Mercantile Social, 20 N. Main St., Alpharetta
⏰ Thu–Sat, Mar 5–7 • 5:00–11:00 PM + Tue–Wed, Mar 10–11 • 5:00–11:00 PM
A themed pop-up takeover—costumes encouraged, whimsy guaranteed, and yes… you should commit to the bit.

Atlanta Dueling Pianos
📍 Roaring Social, 35 Milton Ave., Alpharetta
⏰ Thu, Mar 5 • 8:00–11:00 PM
Request your favorites and sing like nobody from your HOA is listening.

FRIDAY Mar 6
Date Night Set or Solo: “Moonlit Lake” (Painting with a Twist)
📍 Painting with a Twist, 11770 Haynes Bridge Rd #801, Alpharetta
⏰ Fri, Mar 6 • 7:00–9:00 PM
💵 Ticketed (class)
A low-pressure creative night that ends with art you can actually hang (or gift).

Agatha Christie: Murder on the Nile — Weekend run
📍 Arcadia Theater, 180 Academy St., Alpharetta
⏰ Fri, Mar 6 • 7:30 PM + Sat, Mar 7 • 7:30 PM + Sun, Mar 8 • 2:00 PM
💵 Ticketed
A classic whodunit with glam cruise energy—perfect for theater people and “I love clues” people.

SATURDAY Mar 7
Meet Olympian Dominique Dawes — Grand Opening Celebration
📍 Dominique Dawes Academy, 380 Northpoint Cir, Alpharetta
⏰ Sat, Mar 7 • 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
High-energy, super family-friendly, and a rare chance to meet an Olympic gold medalist locally.

Fermented Saturday Wine Tasting
📍 Fermented, Downtown Alpharetta
⏰ Sat, Mar 7 • 3:00–7:00 PM
An easy drop-in tasting window—great pre-dinner plan.

SUNDAY Mar 8
Makers Market Local Artist Fair at Avalon
📍 Avalon, 400 Avalon Blvd, Alpharetta
⏰ Sun, Mar 8 • 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Shop 25+ local artists—handmade goods, fresh finds, and the kind of Sunday stroll that makes you feel like you have your life together.

Painting with a Twist: “Sunset Mountain!”
📍 Painting with a Twist, Alpharetta
⏰ Sun, Mar 8 • 6:00–8:00 PM
💵 Ticketed (class)
A tidy little creative reset before Monday tries to humble everyone.

TUESDAY Mar 10
Durigutti Family Winemakers Takeover (Fermented)
📍 Fermented, 50 Canton St. Ste 106, Alpharetta
⏰ Tue, Mar 10 • 6:00–8:00 PM
💵 Ticketed (as listed)
A special tasting night—multiple pours + snacks, and a reason to put on real pants on a Tuesday.

WEDNESDAY Mar 11
Adaptive Adult Dance: “Shamrock Shenanigans”
📍 Roswell Adult Recreation Center, 830 Grimes Bridge Rd, Roswell
⏰ Wed, Mar 11 • (evening, time per listing)
Dinner + DJ + dancing + social time—an uplifting, inclusive community night.

Ongoing Events

Fragments: Roswell Roots Juried Exhibit (Ongoing)
📍 Roswell Cultural Arts Center — Roswell
🕖 - March 27 • 10 AM–4 PM
💲 Free/Varies
What: The kind of art that makes you walk slower (and think better thoughts).

🖼️ Bailey-Johnson School & Community Exhibit
📍 Community Gallery at Alpharetta City Hall · 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta
🗓️ – 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.

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THURSDAY Mar 5
Atlanta Dueling Pianos
📍 Roaring Social, 35 Milton Ave., Alpharetta
⏰ Thu, Mar 5 • 8:00–11:00 PM
Request your favorites and sing like nobody from your HOA is listening.

FRIDAY Mar 6
Fermented Fridays (Live Jazz + Natural Wine)
📍 Fermented, 50 Canton St. Ste 106, Alpharetta
⏰ Fri, Mar 6 • 7:00–9:00 PM
💵 Cover (as listed)
Jazz + wine = the easiest “we did something” Friday plan.

THE RECKLESS BAND (Live Music)
📍 Roaring Social, 35 Milton Ave., Alpharetta
⏰ Fri, Mar 6 • 8:00–11:00 PM
Weekend kickoff soundtrack: rock + country + danceable favorites.
SATURDAY Mar 7
Matildas Music: Listening Room Series- Nashville circle

📍 The Spotlight Stage at North Point Mall
⏰ Friday: · Mar 7 | Doors 7 PM
💵 $ ticketed

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

Live Music at Siena
📍 Siena Restaurant, 124 Devore Rd, Alpharetta
⏰ Sat, Mar 7 • 5:30–8:30 PM
Dinner + live music = a simple Saturday win (no spreadsheet required).

SUNDAY Mar 8
Steve Hofstetter (Helium Comedy Club)
📍 Helium Comedy Club, 3070 Windward Plaza, Alpharetta
⏰ Sun, Mar 8 • Evening showtime(s)
💵 Ticketed
A big-name comedy night that turns Sunday into a real plan.

TUESDAY Mar 10
Aliyah Rene (Live Music)
📍 Roaring Social, Alpharetta
⏰ Tue, Mar 10 • 8:00–11:00 PM
Jazz-forward with a theatrical flair—excellent “why not?” energy.

TUESDAY Mar 11
DOUBLE TAKE (Live Band)
📍 Roaring Social, 35 Milton Ave., Alpharetta
⏰ Wed, Mar 11 • 8:00–11:30 PM
High-energy cover band night—perfect if you want your midweek to feel like a weekend.

Ribbon Cutting: Bizarre Coffee (Roswell)
📍 Bizarre Coffee, 1090 Alpharetta St, Roswell
⏰ Wed, Mar 11 • (time per listing)
Say hello to a new local coffee spot—ribbon cuttings are surprisingly fun when caffeine is involved.

THURSDAY Mar 5

Roswell Dance Theatre: Alice in Wonderland — Opening night
📍 Roswell Cultural Arts Center, 950 Forrest St., Roswell
⏰ Thu, Mar 5 • 7:00 PM (additional dates/times)
💵 Ticketed
A colorful, family-friendly escape hatch—Wonderland, but make it local and fabulous.

SATURDAY Mar 7
FairyTale Village Spring Experience — Weekend run
📍 FairyTale Village, 1000 North Point Circle, Alpharetta
⏰ Sat–Sun, Mar 7–8 • 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
💵 Ticketed
Immersive storybook scenes + meet-the-villagers vibes—peak “kids are delighted, adults are relieved.”

Battle of the Bands (Johns Creek)
📍 Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater (Newtown Park), 3150 Old Alabama Rd, Johns Creek
⏰ Sat, Mar 7 • 6:00 PM
Bring a chair/blanket and cheer on local talent—big community energy, low effort.

Roswell Dance Theatre: Alice in Wonderland
📍 Roswell Cultural Arts Center, Roswell
⏰ Sat, Mar 7 • 2:00 PM + 7:00 PM
💵 Ticketed
Choose your showtime: matinee magic or Saturday-night sparkle.

MONDAY Mar 9
Bilingual Storytime (Roswell Library)
📍 Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell
⏰ Mon, Mar 9 • 10:30–11:00 AM
A sweet weekday activity for kids—short, fun, and easy to slide into your morning.

Click 👉 here to submit your event.

Sunset Trivia Night
📍 Sunset Alpharetta, 10 N. Broad St., Alpharetta
⏰ Every Wednesday • 7:00–9:00 PM
💵 Free to play (food & drinks available)

Put your random knowledge to good use. Sunset Alpharetta hosts weekly trivia night with prizes, food, drinks, and just enough competitive spirit to make Wednesday feel like the weekend.

THURSDAY Mar 5

Thursday Storytime (Roswell Library)
📍 Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell
⏰ Thu, Mar 5 • 10:30–11:00 AM
Short, sweet, and free—perfect for littles with big morning energy.

Needlecrafters (Roswell Library)
📍 Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell
⏰ Thu, Mar 5 • 1:00–4:00 PM
Bring your knitting/crochet/needlepoint project and enjoy “quiet hobby time” with company.

FRIDAY Mar 6
Roswell Dance Theatre: Alice in Wonderland
📍 Roswell Cultural Arts Center, Roswell
⏰ Fri, Mar 6 • 7:00 PM
💵 Ticketed
Friday night down the rabbit hole—say yes to the color and the whimsy.

SATURDAY Mar 7
Roswell Dance Theatre: Alice in Wonderland
📍 Roswell Cultural Arts Center, Roswell
⏰ Sat, Mar 7 • 2:00 PM + 7:00 PM
💵 Ticketed
Choose your showtime: matinee magic or Saturday-night sparkle.
SUNDAY Mar 8
Roswell Dance Theatre: Alice in Wonderland
📍 Roswell Cultural Arts Center, Roswell
⏰ Sun, Mar 8 • 2:00 PM + 5:00 PM
💵 Ticketed
The “close out the weekend” treat—early showtimes mean you can still be in bed at a reasonable hour.

TUESDAY Mar 10
ESL for Beginners (Roswell Library)
📍 Roswell Library, 115 Norcross St., Roswell
⏰ Tue, Mar 10 • 10:30 AM–12:00 PM
A welcoming community class hosted at the library—supportive, practical, and feel-good.

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Word Scramble: agsfrufe
Hint: The woman's rights convention in 1848 was for the right to vote

Blanks: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _(8)

Answer revealed at the bottom see The Fadeout section! 👇

Hello! 👋

If you’re new around here, welcome. Alpharetta is one of those places where you can grab a craft cocktail downtown, hike a wooded trail the next morning, and still run into someone who knows your neighbor’s dog’s name.

A few quick local tips to get oriented:

• Downtown Alpharetta is the social hub — restaurants, festivals, live music, and farmers markets once the weather warms up.
• Avalon is the polished “night out” district with shopping, dining, and events.
• The Alpha Loop connects much of the city by walking/biking paths if you like exploring on foot.
• Roswell, Milton, and Johns Creek are right next door and packed with parks, history, and great restaurants.

Every week here in A Side of Town, we round up the events, local news, and hidden gems so you can plug into the community a little faster.

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Roswell Public Facilities Authority Meeting
📍 Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Room 220
⏰ Mon, Mar 9 • 5:00 PM
Want to know what’s actually happening with city projects and facilities? This public meeting is open to residents and worth attending if you like being informed.

Housing Authority of Roswell — Board Meeting
📍 Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Room 220
⏰ Tue, Mar 10 • 12:00 PM
Midday civic option. Housing Authority meetings are public and offer insight into housing initiatives affecting the community.

Roswell Committees of Council Meeting
📍 Roswell City Hall, 38 Hill St., Room 220
⏰ Tue, Mar 10 • 5:00 PM
If you’ve ever wondered how decisions actually get shaped before Council votes — this is where a lot of that work happens.

Library Volunteer Orientation (Milton Branch)
📍 Milton Branch Library, 855 Mayfield Rd, Milton
⏰ Sat, Mar 7 • 10:15–10:45 AM
Looking for a recurring, low-pressure way to give back? The library’s volunteer orientation is a quick first step toward ongoing service.

Easter Basket Donation Drive for Foster Kids
📍 Drop-off: Roswell Presbyterian Church (ongoing through March 26)
⏰ Donate anytime this week
A simple, high-impact “do good” opportunity — assemble or donate items for Easter baskets supporting local foster children.

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🚗 Drive Time: ~6.5 hours from Alpharetta

Ocean views, palm trees, championship golf, and a lazy-river-level pool complex make this resort an easy mental reset when North Georgia weather starts dragging. Spend the day at the beach, play a round of golf, or just claim a balcony chair and stare at the Atlantic like you’re in a lifestyle magazine.

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