🌱 ConfiDENT Cumming Expansion + Police Training + July Sunset Concert

Hello all. I'm back in your inbox this morning with your new copy of the Cumming Patch newsletter. Here's all the community news you need to know right now. In today's newsletter, we'll cover these stories and more:

• Alpharetta-based dental practice expands to Cumming
• Local athlete makes it to finals in Clay Court Championship
• Parents' night out at Cumming Aquatic Center

But first, today's weather:

Hot with plenty of sunshine. High: 94 Low: 71.

Here are the top five stories in Cumming today:

1. Alpharetta-based dental practice ConfiDENT has announced it will be expanding to Cumming. The new location will open in the "near future" following an extensive remodeling of the current space, the address of which has not yet been revealed. As per a recent Facebook post, ConfiDENT will be hiring for both locations; those interested in applying can visit confidentsmiles4u.com for more information. (Benzinga)
2. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office has issued a "training alert" notification to the community. This week, the Sheriff's Office and Fire Department will be participating in a joint training exercise in the area of Horizon Christian Academy and First Baptist Church of Cumming. A "heavy police and fire presence" is to be expected in the area, and residents are asked not to call 911 regarding this issue. (Forsyth County Sheriff's Office via Facebook)
3. Cherokee County musician Kurt Lee Wheeler will perform at the July Sunset Concert at West Milford Farm in Cumming. The open-air concert will kick off at 8:45 p.m. on Friday, Jul. 28 — right at sunset — with lawn tickets running $30 and party barn tickets for tables of eight starting at $250. Oakley's Provisions will be on-site for catering; though alcohol will not be sold at the concert, attendees are welcome to bring their own food and drinks. (Patch)
4. A local athlete made it to the finals of the U.S. Tennis Association's Clay Court Championships last week. Shaan Majeed of Cumming and Tanishk Konduri of Cupertino, California faced off in the Boys' 14 championships in Dothan, Alabama. No. 17 seed Majeed ultimately lost out to No. 5 seed Konduri in the week-long tournament. (Dothan Eagle)
5. The Cumming Aquatic Center is hosting a "Parents Night Out" on Friday, Jul. 28. From 6:30-10:30 p.m., children aged 5-13 are invited to participate in supervised swim, games, and a pizza party; all attendees must be picked up promptly. Attendance is $24, and registration is available online. (Cumming Aquatic Center via Facebook)

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Today in Cumming:

Tuesday, July 18

• Family Escape Room: Once Upon A Tale At Hampton Park Library (4:00 PM)
• Songwriting Group At Muse Cabin (6:00 PM)
• Live Music Bingo At The Black Diamond Grill (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Forsyth County Schools Board of Education will hold its regular meeting today (Tuesday, Jul. 18) at 5:00 p.m. A full agenda can be found online. (Forsyth County Schools via Facebook)
• Still on the real estate hunt or just want to see what's on the market? Take a look at this three-bedroom/three-bathroom on Dexters Drive with an asking price of $540,000. (Patch)
• Whitlow Elementary is hiring a counselor for its after-school program. Those interested can fill out this form or email Alex Evans (aevans37@forsyth.k12.ga.us) for more information. (Whitlow Elementary via Facebook)

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• “Summer In the City” Art Show at the Cumming Arts Center (July 19)
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• Summer BBQ Celebration (July 22)
• Christmas in July Home Show at the Avalon in Alpharetta (July 23)
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That's it for today. I'll see you around!

— Sean Peek

About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.