🌱 Johns Creek's Easter Bunny Hop + Theft At Lifetime Fitness + STEM

Hello again, friends! It's me, Rose Mendez, your host of the Patch newsletter. Let's get this Thursday started off right with a quick guide to everything you need to know about what's happening these days in town.

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with a thunderstorm. High: 84 Low: 61.

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Here are the top three stories in Johns Creek today:

1. The City of Johns Creek is hosting its "Easter Bunny Hop" event on Friday, Apr. 7, at North Pond in Creekside Park. The free, family-friendly event will take place between 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. with an interactive walk, vendors, a DJ, and the Easter Bunny. Kids can take a picture with Mr. or Mrs. Easter Bunny. Families should bring their own cameras and baskets for collecting eggs. (Johns Creek Calendar)
2. The Johns Creek Police Department is investigating a theft reported by a Johns Creek resident on Mar. 23. The victim told police that contents from his wallet were stolen at Lifetime Fitness off Johns Creek Parkway. The victim said his belongings were locked in the men’s locker room, but when he returned from working out, his credit card and $150 in cash were missing. (Appen Media)
3. On Mar. 18, the Northview High School Genetics Engineering Club held a student-led Interschool Genetics Symposium at the Johns Creek Chamber of Commerce. More than 50 students, parents, and residents attended the event, which focused on increasing awareness of STEM careers in genetics and science, technology, engineering and mathematics. The presentations showed what future STEM field careers could become. (Appen Media)

Today in Johns Creek:

• Free Outdoor Fitness: Fitness 108 At Mark Burkhalter Amphitheater, Newton Park (10:30 AM)
• Cooking And Crafts At Autrey Mill Nature Preserve And Heritage Center (4:30 PM)
• Cook & Eat With Chef Fan At Yifan Central Kitchen (6:00 PM)
• Post-Sine Die Town Hall With Rep. Dr. Michelle Au At Maji Tea Bar (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Fulton County Department of Registration and Elections announced it will have a special called election on Tuesday, May 16. Residents will vote to fill the vacancy in the District 68 seat in the Georgia House of Representatives created by the passing of Representative Letitia “Tish” Naghise. (Fulton County Government)
• Mark your calendars for the Johns Creek International Fest on Saturday, Apr. 29! The festival will include food, music, an art and vendor market, and more from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Atlanta Athletic Club fields. (City of Johns Creek via Twitter)
• Whether actively looking for a new home or just curious about real estate near you, it's always a good idea to stay up-to-date on the local housing market. Check out the latest homes for sale in the Johns Creek area, including a large three-bedroom for $589,900 in nearby Alpharetta. (Johns Creek Patch)

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— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!