🌱 Earth Day Celebration + Fulton County Youth Commissioner Program

Hello, friends! It's me, Gail Lafleche, your host of the Patch newsletter. Come along to find out everything you need to know about what's going on these days in town, including updates on:

• Milton's Earth Day event.
• Apply to become a Fulton County Youth Commissioner.
• City of Alpharetta's municipal elections will be conducted by Fulton County.

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Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. Mark your calendar for Milton's Earth Day event, which will take place this Saturday at Milton City Park and Preserve (1785 Dinsmore Road) from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The activities include a gardening demonstration, guided bird walks, beekeeping session, and more. There is no cost for the sessions, and people are asked to register for them in advance at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FAAA929ABF9C16-earth1. In addition, there will be refreshments and other family friendly activities. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
2. Do you know a high school student who wants to serve as a Fulton County Youth Commissioner? This leadership program requires students to volunteer up to 20 hours per month, and advocate for children and youth issues in the county. They will improve their leadership skills and facilitate communication between Fulton County leaders and youths in the community. The deadline to apply is May 19. (Fulton County)
3. The City of Alpharetta has decided to have Fulton County manage its municipal election this fall. Initially, Alpharetta considered partnering with Johns Creek, Milton and Roswell to manage elections jointly instead of having them run by Fulton County. The City of Milton is the only one from that group who will be managing its own elections this fall. (Subscription: Alpharetta-Roswell Herald)
4. The Milton Library is closed for renovations needed from rain damage that occurred earlier this year. The plans are to reopen the library on May 10, and you can find updates at the library's website, (https://www.fulcolibrary.org/locations/milton/). Until then, you can pick up and drop off books at other Fulton County libraries. The Alpharetta Library is located at 10 Park Plaza. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
5. Alpharetta's Union Hill Park is eligible for more upgrades following a City Council meeting earlier this week. The 11-acre park could have a new art installation, swings, slides, relocated skate park and upgraded restrooms. It is the only designated area for skating in the city. (Subscription: Alpharetta-Roswell Herald)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Gallery Exhibit: Black & White at the Alpharetta Arts Center, 238 Canton St. (8:30 AM)
• English/ESL Class at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (11:00 AM)
• Cricut Sessions! at the at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (3:00 PM)
• Alpharetta Music Match Featuring Ethan Senger at Fogon & Lions, 10 Roswell St. #100 in Alpharetta (7:00 PM)
• Suburban Angst at Roaring Social, 35 Milton Ave. in Alpharetta (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Do you have any prescription medications you need to safely dispose of? You can bring them to the Milton Police Department from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. this Saturday, April 22. They cannot accept any liquids or needles. (Milton Police Department via Facebook)
• Last night was Laylat al-Qadr, which is the most holy night in the Islamic Faith. It is celebrated with solemnity, devotion and prayer, and some observers spend time in a mosque. Its significance is that God revealed the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad during "one of the final 10 nights of Ramadan in 610 CE." (City of Alpharetta GA via Facebook)
• Two kindergarten classes from King's Ridge Christian School did a service project at Vitality Living Milton. The residents made cards and played bingo with the students. A good time was had by all! (King's Ridge Christian School via Facebook)
• Do you have a rising kindergartener in the Creek View Elementary School district? There will be a Kindergarten Safari this Friday, April 23 starting at 8:30 a.m. Children will be able to see a classroom, the cafeteria and a school bus. (Creek View Elementary School PTA via Facebook)

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• Alpharetta Garden Club Annual Plant Sale 4/22 and 4/23 (April 22)
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• 3hr Bachata Boot camp Atlanta @ HDC Dance & Fitness Sat April 22, 2023 (April 22)
• Fight Night! (April 22)
• Casa Nuova Community Block Party (April 30)
• Clinton Nature Preserve Exploration Challenge Group Hike (May 13)
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You're all caught up for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update!

— Gail Lafleche

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