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Hello, everybody! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. Here's the lowdown...

First, today's weather:

Today will be mostly sunny with low humidity. The high will be 83 with a low of 61.

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Here are the top stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

1. Mark your calendars for the upcoming Alpharetta Mayor’s Corporate Challenge 5K Race on Thursday, Sept. 29 in downtown Alpharetta. Lace up your shoes and head out for an incredible night of fun, running, friendly competition and fundraising to benefit the charities supported by Alpharetta Rotary. Race Festivities and Expo begin at 5 p.m., Kids Fun Run starts at 6 p.m., 5K starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, contact: info@mayorschallenge.com. (Mayors Challenge)
2. The owner of Casa Nuova restaurant at 5670 Atlanta Highway A1, Alpharetta, has raised $3.2 million for pancreatic cancer. When Maria Fundora’s mother lost her short, painful battle with pancreatic cancer, Fundora turned her love for her mother and her heartbreak into action: waging war against one of the deadliest of all cancers. Her Purple Pansies nonprofit has two main fundraising events. One is an outdoor Italian feast, where restaurant patrons and supporters can fill their bellies and empty their wallets for the cause. The other is a gala held each September. Having outgrown Maria’s restaurant, it is currently held at The Metropolitan Club in Alpharetta. (Casa Nuova)
3. Welcome to the ColLab, located at 14355 Providence Road in Milton, which just opened its doors this past Friday. The ColLab works to offer solutions to meet the ever-changing needs of today's students by providing a creative space to fill learning gaps, support students in specialized areas, and give them a warm, welcoming place to explore their interests and set them up for future success. The ColLab offers classes and workshops related to art, science, engineering, cooking & hospitality, technology, social skills, music, theater, outdoor exploration, organization, and more! You can read more about their mission and unique class offerings here: (ColLab)
   

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Take your little ones to Tot Time at Wills Park located at 11925 Wills Road in Alpharetta. This program is designed to get young kids movin' and groovin' in a fun environment! It runs from 10:45-11:15 a.m. Put on your dancing shoes and get ready to dance, sing, and shake those sillies out! Registration is not required; caregivers are expected to stay and participate in all activities. Call 678-297-6131. (Tot Time)
• Tonight is Ladies Night at Firefly Grill & Bar at 3070 Windward Plaza, Alpharetta. Starting at 5 p.m. enjoy live music by Billy Vanilli. All ladies receive their first beverage for free! (Firefly)
• Attend AvalOM at the Avalon, 400 Avalon Blvd. in Alpharetta from 6-7 p.m. and be well. "Come salute the sun with us every Wednesday, April through October for a special yoga, barre, or pilates class presented by various studios and instructors! In the event of inclement weather, a cancelation notice will be posted on our social media (@avaloninsider)." (Avalon)

From my notebook:

• Do you need help with a question regarding trees? Every month, City Arborist Sandra DeWitt answers citizens tree-related questions — and educates the general community — as part of our “Ask the Arborist” feature. Is there something about trees that you’d like to know? If so, email askthearborist@miltonga.gov. (City of Milton)
• Milton Mayor Peyton Jamison recently visited Vitality Living in Milton to celebrate the great, important, caring work being done every day at this and other assisted living facilities —- not to mention the wonderful, one-of-a-kind residents who call these community's home. Mayor Jamison presented a proclamation that read, in part, that "assisted living communities give older adults and individuals with disabilities to thrive in environments that foster dignity, camaraderie, fun, and independence." It added that "Milton boasts several outstanding assisted living facilities that are committed to excellence, innovation, and the advancement of person-centered care." (City of Milton)
• Want to get into the best possible shape and have fun while doing that? For the first time, the city is offering group exercise classes at Milton City Park and Preserve's totally refurbished Community Center. YMCA instructors will lead participants through Zumba classes (from 9 to 10 a.m.) and “Bootcamp” class (from 1-2 p.m.) every Monday and Wednesday between Oct. 3 and Nov. 3. That’s five total weeks, or 10 possible sessions per class, for just $60. If you have questions, contact Matthew Graney with the City of Milton at matthew.graney@miltonga.gov. (City of Milton)

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Events:

• Ladies Night and LIVE MUSIC by Billy Vanilli (September 14)
• Taste of Habitat (September 16)
• Eclipse EXPO and Spiritual Symposium (September 17)
• Hispanic Heritage Month Latin Night Atlanta @ Tony's John's Creek (September 17)
• MACHINE FUNK at From the Earth Brewing Company - Indoor Show! (September 17)
• Aurora Birthday Bash — BOGO Day & Free Carnival — Sunday, Sept. 18 (September 18)
• Songs of the Season — a capella style (September 22)
• Leadership Labs Live with Bestselling Business Author Patrick Lencioni at North Point Church (September 27)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Wednesday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update!

— Gail Lafleche

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