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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Alpharetta. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On April 12, more than 120 local plant lovers lined up early at The Grove—located behind the Alpharetta Community Center—for the 24th annual Garden Faire sponsored by North Fulton Master Gardeners. Visitors enjoyed a wide selection of native flowers, vegetables, and herbs while receiving gardening advice from experts. Appen Media
- ➤ Casa Nuova in Alpharetta is hosting a special wine dinner fundraiser to raise money for Purple Pansies for cancer support—sommelier Pepe Fundora and winemaker Chris Benzinger will discuss food pairings and Benzinger's personal connection to the nonprofit. FOX 5 Atlanta
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On April 14th, the Martha Stewart Bulloch Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution honored Centennial High School senior Samer Layous with the $1,000 Marcheta Knight Weitz Scholarship at Roswell Area Park — recognizing his high academic ranking and leadership on the football team. In July, he will attend Marist University in New York — where he hopes to walk on for football while studying business. Appen Media
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Brian Kemp will sign two major tax relief bills into law today that will speed up Georgia’s biggest state income tax cut and give a special $1 billion tax refund to eligible taxpayers. The first bill shortens the schedule for the tax cut and the second offers rebates based on filing status that will be paid when 2024 state returns are processed. FOX 5 Atlanta
- ➤ The Alpharetta City Council delayed a vote on a proposal from a youth sports group to redesign Union Hill Park for ice sports and concerts after The Cooler (which is converting to pickleball) stopped hosting ice sports. Council members said they need more details on local participation before moving forward with quick action as tryouts loom later this month. Appen Media
- ➤ GDOT will close lanes on GA 400 for express lane construction and drivers should expect delays—officials say work will start soon. Atlanta News First
WELLNESS NEWS
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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.
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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.
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Avalon Nights Live with POParazzi
6-8 p.m. — Avalon — Free entry — Unwind with live music in the Plaza every Friday evening.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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