🌱Senior Spokes + Little Vet Dog School + Kimball Bridge Road Closure

Hello, neighbors! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Alpharetta-Milton Patch newsletter, full of all the local information you need to know right now. In today's issue, we'll touch on:

• Senior Spokes bike riding program.
• Little Vets Dog School for children.
• Portion of Kimball Bridge Road closed for one year.

But first, today's weather: Today will be cloudy with a shower. The high will be 69 with a low of 58.

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Here are the top stories today in Alpharetta-Milton:

1. Are you familiar with Senior Spokes? It's a free program for adults, ages 50 and up, where they ride bikes along with Alpharetta’s Bike Patrol Unit. They ride on special adult-sized tricycles and can participate regardless of ability. There are rides this month on May 9 and May 18 on the Alpharetta Greenway for a two-hour route. Registration is required. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution).
2. Is your child interested in becoming a veterinarian? They might enjoy Little Vet Dog School classes, which are for children ages four to eleven (two different classes based on age group). Students will "adopt" a stuffed animal and care for it. For example, they will learn how to do exams, give stitches, remove ticks and other tasks. Classes start on June 7. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. Starting on May 8, a portion of Alpharetta's Kimball Bridge Road will be closed for one year due to construction. The affected section is between North Point Parkway and Northwinds Parkway; it runs over GA 400. There will be detour signs in the area. The bridge will eventually be replaced with a taller and wider structure. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
4. Passengers on a Delta flight from Houston to Atlanta were delayed for three hours due to bees. A large group were congregating on the wing, and they were shaken off by ground equipment. The reason for the delay is that the airline needed to ensure that "no surfaces of our aircraft got contaminated during the departure." (WSB Atlanta)

Today in Alpharetta-Milton:

• Alpharetta Farmers Market at the Town Green by Alpharetta City Hall, 2 Park Plaza (8:30 AM)
• Lift Yoga at Brooke Street Park, 2 Park Plaza in Alpharetta (9:00 AM)
• Book Sale at the Alpharetta Library, 10 Park Plaza (10:00 AM)
• Kentucky Derby Party at the Alpharetta Avalon, 400 Avalon Blvd. (4:oo PM)
• Inaugural Down and Derby Spring Fling Fundraiser at Chukkar Farm, 1140 Liberty Grove Road in Alpharetta (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Three Alpharetta Police officers were recognized with awards from MADD Georgia. Bak, King, and Noble have removed 167 impaired drivers from our roads. Thank you for helping to save lives! (Alpharetta Department of Public Safety via Facebook)
• Milton's Crabapple Fest, which attracts tens of thousands in October, is looking for sponsors. This event is funded by sponsors and revenue from hotel-motel taxes. Becoming a sponsor is an opportunity to promote your business and give back to the community. The city is accepting applications now at https://www.eventeny.com/events/sponsor/application/.... (City of Milton, Georgia - Government via Facebook)
• Do you enjoy yoga? Pure Barre of Alpharetta offers free classes at the City Plaza Town Greenon Thursdays. The next class will take place on June 1 from 6-7 p.m. (City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks, Cultural Services via Facebook)
• Taste of Alpharetta is on May 11 and there's still time to sign up to be a volunteer! They need assistance with load in/out, ticketing booth, Learn & Fun Zones and more! Here is a link to sign up https://bit.ly/3IzKDLn. (City of Alpharetta Recreation, Parks, Cultural Services via Facebook)

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Featured events:

• CARS for CAUSES presented by Rotary Club of Johns Creek-North Fulton (May 6)
• 3hr Salsa Boot Camp Atlanta @ Ballroom Impact Sat May 6, 2023 (May 6)
• Milton Friends of CHOA To Host Inaugural Down and Derby Spring Fling Fundraiser (May 6)
• Johns Creek Symphony Orchestra - With One Accord (May 6)
• Comedy Wine Down (May 6)
• Live Music Cinco De Mayo Latin Night Atlanta Sat May 6, 2023 (May 6)
• Secret Gardens of the Johns Creek Community Tour with Artists and Musicians! (May 6)
• Intuitive Art Classes - Paint Medicine (May 8)
• Estate Planning Seminar at Milton City Hall - Community Place (May 9)
• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (May 12)
• Here Comes the Sun: Music of the Beatles (May 12)
• Clinton Nature Preserve Exploration Challenge Group Hike (May 13)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow with a new update!

— Gail Lafleche

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