🌱 Halloween Musical Tryouts + Alpharetta Mayor’s Corporate Challenge

Good morning, Alpharetta-Milton. I'm here in your inbox this warm morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Because community information is power! Today you'll read about these stories and more:

• Halloween musical tryouts.
• Alpharetta Mayor’s Corporate Challenge 5K race.
• AHS students win award in Future Business Leaders of America National Leadership Conference.

But first, today's weather: Today will have sunshine with a high of 88 and a low of 63.

Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. Would your child enjoy performing in a Halloween musical? Children in grades 3 through 8 are invited to audition for the Milton Arts Council’s play “We Are Monsters.” The production will take place on Oct. 14 and 15, and the deadline to register for an audition is in August. There are limited spots available and here is a link to sign up https://form.jotform.com/222333792380152. (City of Milton)
2. Are you interested in getting some exercise, having fun with your neighbors, and contributing to a great cause? Join the Alpharetta Mayor’s Corporate Challenge 5K Race, which will take place on Thursday, Sept. 21 in downtown Alpharetta. In addition to the race, there will be games, bouncy house, food trucks, adult beverages and fun for the entire family! The race is a Peachtree qualifier and proceeds will benefit local groups supported by Alpharetta Rotary. Here is a link to additional information. (Mayors Challenge)
3. Kudos to Alpharetta High School's Cynthia Bai and Yohance Badyal; they "won third place in the American enterprise project competition at the Future Business Leaders of America National Leadership Conference!" They both just started their junior year and have put together a program to educate other students on free enterprise with a focus on small businesses. They competed with 69 other teams in their category. Over 8,700 high school students competed in this conference, which took place in Atlanta. (Appen Media)
4. Is your child interested in art? Check out the Kidcreate Art Studio's programs, which are held at Milton's City Park and Preserve's Community Center. There are many options including "Smart Art," which combines S.T.E.A.M. (science-technology-engineering-art-math) with art in creative ways. These classes are for children ages 5-12 and are held on Wednesdays. Another option is "Our Favorite Friends" classes, which are for children 2-5. There are other programs as well, including mini camps during school holidays. (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
5. Four years ago, a newborn infant left by her mother was discovered in the woods in Forsyth County in a plastic bag. Karima Jiwani has been charged with two counts, one to "commit murder and one count of cruelty to children in the first degree," according to Forsyth County. She may face additional charges in the future. It does not appear that the child's father was aware of the pregnancy. Since then, the child has been adopted and no additional details have been provided. (11Alive.com WXIA)

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Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

Friday, August 18

• Total Fitness at the Wills Park Recreation Center, 11925 Wills Road in Alpharetta (9:30 AM)
• Rug Hooking and Fabric Art at the Milton Library, 855 Mayfield Road (10:00 AM)
• Cricut Craft Club! at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (2:00 PM)
• Could it Bae – Singles Night at Fetch Park, 11440 Maxwell Road in Alpharetta (6:00 PM)
• Double Take 80s Concert Experience at Oly's Tavern, 9945 Jones Bridge Road in Johns Creek (9:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Milton firefighters are all moved in to their new station, located on Thompson Road. The original one, which was at the same location, was torn down in 2021 to make room for the new building. It has bunk rooms, kitchen, gym and other state-of-art features. (WSB Atlanta)
• The Rotary Club of Alpharetta is hosting a Pre-Concert Tailgate Party today 5 p.m. at 44 Old Canton St. Stop by and enjoy some brisket and potatoes: BYOB, snacks, and chairs.
  Starting at 7, there will be a free concert on the Town Green by City Hall. (Rotary Club of Alpharetta via Facebook)
• Attention Midway Elementary parents - there are plans for redistricting before the 2024-25 school year to alleviate overcrowding. This link has a timeline plus additional information. (Midway Elementary via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. I'll see you around!

— Gail Lafleche

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