🌱 Artist Needed To Restore Sculpture + Milton's Scouts

Hello all. It's me, Gail Lafleche, your host of the Patch newsletter. Here's all the community news you need to know right now, including...

• Artist needed to restore sculpture.
• Milton's scout volunteers.
• Volunteers needed to be Senior Companions.

But first, today's weather: Today will be sunny and warm with a high of 93 and a low of 66.

Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. The City of Alpharetta needs an artist to restore a sculpture in Alpharetta’s Brook Street Park. It is "The Visitor" by Canadian artist Geemon Xin Meng, and it was installed in 2018. The piece is made of "fiberglass over an armature, painted with acrylics." The finished restoration needs to take in account the sculpture's location and allow the surface to remain outside for 5-7 years. The artist must be over 18 and have experience working with fiberglass and outdoor sculptures. (City of Alpharetta)
2. Milton has many scouts (both boys and girls) who volunteer in our community and help with projects including events such as the Independence Parade and Memorial Day. In addition, they have created horse-themed trail maps at Birmingham Park, signs along Providence Park's wheelchair accessible trail, a box at the Police station where people can leave their worn American flags and more! The scouts belong to Girl Scouts and Scouts BSA which includes individuals from Cub Scouts to Eagle Scouts. The community is thankful for all the scouts and their leaders! (City of Milton)
3. Are you a citizen aged 55 and older who's interested in volunteering in the AmeriCorps Senior Companion Program? The Fulton County Department of Senior Services is looking for individuals to provide care to help senior residents to live in their own homes as long as possible. Tasks include cleaning, shopping and helping to pay bills. In addition, the volunteers provide companionship and respite to family caregivers. Contact the Fulton County Senior Services STARline at 404-613-6000 for more information. (City of Alpharetta)

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Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

Tuesday, July 25

• Beginner's Spanish Class at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (11:00 AM)
• Support Group for Alzheimer's Patients Caregivers at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (6:00 PM)
• Evening Yoga Classes at the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road (6:15 PM)
• Atlanta's Philanthropic Writing Couple: Kim Conrey & George Weinstein at Brimstone Restaurant & Tavern, 10595 Old Alabama Road Con. in Alpharetta (7:00 PM)
• Dave Matthews Band at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre, 2200 Encore Parkway in Alpharetta (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• There's an opportunity for artists to contribute to the Community Art Garden walk behind the Alpharetta Arts Center. The theme is "Getting Buggy," and the public is invited to add "Buggy" pieces of art. These pieces will be outside and all ages are invited to apply here: https://bit.ly/ArtistOpenCall23
• Are you interested in supporting the Cambridge High School football team and bidding on some great auction items? The items include a trip to Playa Bonita Beach in the Dominican Republic, graduation party, cookies, restaurant gift certificate, personal training and more! This link has the complete list; you can submit your bids now! (Cambridge High School Football)
• Are you looking for a new job? The City of Milton is looking for a building inspector to help make sure buildings are safe and well-constructed. This position includes making on-site inspections of commercial, residential and other types of structures. The person will be out in the field daily. If you're interested in applying, go to https://www.miltonga.gov/Home/Components/JobPosts/Job/40/30.

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Featured events:

• Latin Wednesdays - Salsa & Bachata Latin Night Atlanta @ Tongue & Groove (July 26)
• Steven Quartly Artist Show (July 30)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Tuesday! I'll see you soon.

— Gail Lafleche

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