🌱 Arbor Day Celebration + Art Classes + State Of The City

Hi there, Alpharetta-Milton! I'm here in your inbox today to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including updates on...

• Milton's Arbor Day event
• Celebrating Black Artists art classes
• Milton's State of the City presentation
• Donate books to the Milton Library

But first, today's weather: Today will be cloudy with a few showers. The high will be 61 with a low of 55.

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Here are the top stories in Alpharetta-Milton today:

1. Join us at Milton's annual Arbor Day Celebration; it takes place this Friday at Milton City Park and Preserve starting at 3:30 p.m. You'll help plant trees, make pine-cone bird feeders with peanut butter, enjoy refreshments and pick up an oak seedling to plant in your yard. The event is free for all and no registration is required. (City of Milton)
2. Would your child enjoy taking an art class on Celebrating Black Artists? Students will be painting, creating collages and a self-portrait. It takes place on Feb. 20, which is a school holiday at the Alpharetta Arts Center, and is for ages 5-12. You can register at https://bit.ly/CelebratingBlackArtists. (City of Alpharetta)
3. Citizens are invited to attend Milton's State of the City presentation, which is tonight at City Hall. It starts at 6 p.m. and refreshments will be served. Mayor Peyton Jamison will present "State of the City" remarks about an hour later. All area welcome and there is no cost; you can sign up by emailing rsvp@miltonga.gov and telling how many are in your party.
   (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
4. Do you have any books that you no longer need? The Milton Library is accepting donations for the weekly book sale that takes place on Tuesdays. Proceeds go towards library programs including live theatre, games and art. You can make donations at the slot on the west side of the barn. Contact the library to make arrangements if you have a large donation. (Milton Library)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• English/ESL Class at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (10:30 AM)
• Storytime at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (10:30 AM)
• Preschool Art Classes with Ms. Lara at the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road (10:30 AM)
• Forgetful not Forgotten — Dementia Seminar at Vitality Milton, 2925 Webb Road in Alpharetta (2:00 PM)
• Music Bingo at Six Bridges Brewing, 1850 Heritage Walk in Milton (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Midway Elementary recently held a classroom Oratorical competition. The students all made excellent inspirational speeches. Kudos to Siddharth, who won the 5th contest; he will go on to represent Midway in the county competition! (Midway Elementary via Facebook)
• Most lightning injuries and deaths occur when people are taking part in outdoor activities. If you see lightning or hear thunder, you need to go inside or into a hard top car right away. Wait at least 30 minutes before going back outside. Learn more here: weather.gov/safety/lightning (City of Alpharetta)
• A good time was had by all at last weekend's Alpharetta Family Valentine's Dance. It took place at the The Alpharetta Community Center, which was decorated as an enchanted forest. Here is a link to some photos: bit.ly/3IidCmy. (City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks, Cultural Services via Facebook)

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Gail Lafleche

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