🌱 Sandy Springs Patch: What's Happening Today (Tue, May 2)

Good morning, everybody! I'm back with your new copy of the Sandy Springs Patch newsletter, fresh off the presses. Keep reading for everything you need to know about what's happening in town.

But first, your local weather:

• Tuesday: Breezy with clouds and sun. High: 67 Low: 45.
• Wednesday: Breezy with plenty of sun. High: 67 Low: 45.
• Thursday: Sunlit and pleasant. High: 73 Low: 52.

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Here are the top three stories today in Sandy Springs:

1. 'Aging in place' options scarce in Sandy Springs and across metro Atlanta (GPB News)
2. Despite increase in demand, Georgia gasoline prices dropped on decrease in crude oil prices (Cobb County Courier)
3. Cinco de Mayo celebrations in metro Atlanta (Fox 5 Atlanta)

Coming up in and around Sandy Springs:

Tuesday, May 2

• Sandy Springs Photography Club: Beginner's Session + Meeting - Lost Corner Preserve (6:00 PM)

Wednesday, May 3

• Grand Opening - United Community Bank, Atlanta (6:30 PM)

Thursday, May 4

• May the Fourth Be With You: Star Wars Day - New Realm Brewing Co., Atlanta (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• The Atlanta Journal-Constitution: "Try sushi and wine, celebrate Mom and toast to the release of new cookbooks this month in metro Atlanta." (Subscription: The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
• Sandy Springs Patch: "Searching for full- or part-time work in Sandy Springs? These local employers are looking for help." (Sandy Springs Patch)
• Fox 5 Atlanta: "It’s opening week for 'Immersive Disney Animation,' the acclaimed high-tech immersive experience taking over Atlanta’s Armour Yards." (FOX 5 Atlanta)

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Featured events:

• 3hr Salsa Boot Camp Atlanta @ Ballroom Impact Sat May 6, 2023 (May 6)
• 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 head out the door on this Tuesday. I'll catch up with you bright and early soon with another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek