Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 13th of April.
Good morning, Alpharetta.
Alpharetta Outfitters — 79 S.
Main St. — raised $8,000 through a raffle to fund a fly fishing day for 30 Project Healing Waters participants who enjoyed catching low-sodium stripers. The fundraiser supports veterans and helps their rehabilitation through recreational activities.
Experts from the UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory Herpetology Program shared advice to help locals identify venomous snakes like water moccasins, rattlesnakes, and copperheads in Georgia’s wetlands, river areas, and near metro Atlanta.
The tips explain key features such as triangle heads and heavy bodies—meant to guide safe encounters with these snakes.
Dozens gathered Saturday at the MLK Recreation Center for the Black Maternal Health & Walk Party — an event focused on raising awareness of Black maternal health — and community members came together to support the cause.
Tribute to Roberta Flack by Toni Byrd
7:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. — The Velvet Note — Ticket details unavailable — Experience a heartfelt musical tribute to the legendary Roberta Flack performed by award-winning Toni Byrd.
Easter Bunny at Avalon
8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Avalon — Starting at $15 — Create memorable moments with vibrant new family photos alongside the Easter Bunny this spring.
Avalon Nights Live with POParazzi
6-8 p.m. — Avalon — Free entry — Unwind with live music in the Plaza every Friday evening.
2025 Taste of Alpharetta
5-10 p.m. — 2 Park Plaza, Alpharetta, GA — Free entry — Savor delicious food from over 60 restaurants while enjoying live music and family-friendly activities.
Billy Idol Live in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Ameris Bank Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the iconic hits and new material from rock legend Billy Idol, joined by Joan Jett & The Blackhearts.
RTW Music Event
8:00-11:30 p.m. — Roaring Social — $10 cover after 7 p.m., $20 after 10:30 p.m. — Enjoy a mix of Funk, Pop, Rock, Dance, R&B, and Alternative hits from the 70s to the 2000s.
Mother's Day Brunch Celebration
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. — South City Kitchen Avalon — $70 for adults, $35 for kids — Celebrate Mom with a delightful Southern brunch featuring comfort food made with love.
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