AboutFace-USA Helps Ex-Military Members

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Veterans throughout Georgia suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder, depression and other issues. Fortunately, AboutFace-USA®, a nonprofit aimed at helping ex-military members and their families, is there to assist them with rehabilitation services, coping skills, nances, clothing needs and more. Volunteers with fundraising or marketing experience are always needed. Details: 4920 Atlanta Hwy., Ste. 403. aboutface-usa.org

Big Creek Greenway

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Next time you’re exploring the Big Creek Greenway, you might just encounter a gaggle of miniature gnomes, pixies and fairies. In summer 2020, Forsyth County resident Dan O’Hara created a whimsical fairy village, a growing collection of pint-size gurines, houses and other structures constructed from sticks, rocks, scraps and other materials. There’s even a “Gnome […]

North Atlanta Home Show

June 4-6 North Atlanta Home Show Infinite Energy Center Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-7pm, Sunday 11am-5pm $6 online, $8 at door See what’s new in home improvement and shop dozens of vendors in landscaping, remodeling, home décor and more! northatlantahomeshow.com

Virtual Memorial Day Tribute

May 31 Virtual Memorial Day Tribute Hosted by the Rotary Club of Alpharetta 8:30am Free Pay tribute to the men and women who gave their lives in service to our country during this virtual tribute. youtube.com/user/alpharettagov

Art in the Park

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MAY 22-23, JUNE 26-27 Art in the Park Brooke Street Park Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 12-4pm Free Support the creativity of your community when you shop the wares of local artists at this monthly public artists market. awesomealpharetta.com

Paint the Town: Alpharetta

MAY 18-29 Paint the Town: Alpharetta Plein Air Downtown Alpharetta 8am-5pm Free Plein air means to paint directly from the scenes around you. This spring, come watch artists from around the country as they come and paint some of the city’s most charming locations. Their works will be available for view and purchase at the […]

Sunday Sweat Session

MAY 16 Sunday Sweat Session Brooke Street Park 9:30-10:30am Free Get up and get your body moving at this free monthly workout hosted by Burn Boot Camp – Alpharetta and Alpharetta’s Parks and Recreation Department. burnbootcamp.com

Charcuterie Class at The Savory Gourmet

MAY 12 Charcuterie Class at The Savory Gourmet 63 Milton Ave., Ste. 109 6:30-8pm $85 Learn how to create and arrange a delicious spread of cured meats and specialty cheeses to wow your friends and family. This is a demonstration-style class. Details: 63 Milton Ave., Ste. 109 savorygourmetmarket.com/classes

Avalon Nights Live

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FRIDAYS Avalon Nights Live 400 Avalon Blvd. 6-8pm Free Kick back and relax as you listen to some live tunes from local talent on the Avalon green. Details: 400 Avalon Blvd. experienceavalon.com

Grab Something Sweet at Kilwins

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Craving something sweet to eat? Kilwins has all the sweet treats you’ve been craving, from old-fashioned fudge to chocolate strawberries. You can even watch these delicious morsels being made right before your eyes. Details: 251 Market St. kilwins.com/alpharetta-citycenter