🌱Alpharetta Restaurant Week + Citizens Government Academy

Hey, friends! I'm here right on time with your fresh copy of the Alpharetta-Milton Patch newsletter, full of all the community information you need to know right now. Including updates on...

• Alpharetta Restaurant Week
• Milton's Citizens Government Academy
• New primary care office

But first, today's weather: Today will be cloudy with a passing shower. The high will be 62 with a low of 54.

🏘️ Looking to differentiate yourself from other real estate agents in Alpharetta-Milton? Partner with the Alpharetta-Milton Patch and gain access to a targeted, engaged audience through our premium newsletter sponsorships. Click here to learn more.

Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. Mark your calendars for Alpharetta's Restaurant Week; it starts tomorrow and will run through March 4. This is a great time to try a new place or visit some your favorite ones! Many establishments will have a special dinner menu at a fixed price, and some will have lunch. This link lists all participating restaurants and special offers. (Awesome Alpharetta)
2. Students at Milton's Citizens Government Academy's class learned about Public Works this week. This department takes care of infrastructure, transportation, bridges and much more. For example, they work on traffic signals, potholes and tracking erosion.
   More information on Milton's Public Works Department can be found here https://www.miltonga.gov/government/public-works. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
3. There is a new primary care practice in our area, located inside the Johns Creek Walgreens on Kimball Bridge Road. Village Medical Center had its ribbon- cutting this week, and Rep. Lucy McBath (D-Georgia) was in attendance, as well as Johns Creek Mayor John Bradberry.
   “The great thing about Village Medical is it’s another great business that is in line with Johns Creek’s strategic core economic development mission, which is to be a center for health, innovation and wellness,” Bradberry said during his remarks. (The Atlanta Voice)
4. Home by Dark concert goers will benefit from some enhancements and repairs scheduled for Alpharetta's Union Hill Park. It will have electrical repairs/improvements and over $3 million in renovations. This park is also used for other types of events. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
5. Motorists are encouraged to avoid driving north on State Route 9 in Alpharetta between North Broad Street and Church Street between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. due to construction. One lane will be closed during this time due to work on a gas main. Drivers need to go slow and watch out for workers. (Press Release Desk)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Getting eBooks and Audiobooks with Libby and Hoopla, at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (2:30 PM)
• Free Isha Meditation For Beginners at the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road (4:00 PM)
• Alpharetta Chess Club at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (4:00 PM)
• Wine and Dine: Spanish Wines cooking class at Publix Aprons Cooking School, 4305 State Bridge Road in Alpharetta (6:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Georgia lawmakers are considering a bill to ban booting vehicles statewide. This bipartisan effort would "specifically ban towing and storage companies to use immobilization devices on cars that are improperly parked." This bill will be assigned to a senate committee on Monday. (WABE)
• Each summer, the City of Milton brings on interns, and they are looking for two this year. It is a great opportunity to learn about city government and help the community. If you're interested in learning more about these positions, here is a link https://www.miltonga.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/113/…/.
  (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• Have you been thinking about joining the Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA? You can do that for free in February! They are waiving the joining fee. (Ed Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA via Facebook)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Featured businesses:

• Atlanta Academy — (Visit website)
• VIP Cohosting & Property Management — (Visit Website)
• Queen Custom Couture www.Queencustomcouture.com — (Visit website)
• Add your business here

Featured events:

• Concerto Competition Showcase Concert (February 25)
• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (March 2)
• Parent Summit Live (March 11)
• Add your event

Featured announcements:

• Senior Independent living, assisted living, and memory care listings!!! NEW LISTINGS (Details)
• Add your announcement

You're officially in the loop for today. I'll see you around!

— Gail Lafleche

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Alpharetta-Milton Patch newsletter? Contact me at Alpharetta@Patch.com