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Alpharetta Closes Most Parks; Paths And Greenway To Remain Open

Released March 23, 2020 11:58 PM

All City park facilities, buildings, offices, fields, courts, pavilions, playgrounds, the Town Green, and restrooms are closed for 30 days.

Alpharetta Adopts Emergency Ordinance Prohibiting Restaurant Dine-In; Announces Other Measures

Released March 20, 2020 05:36 PM

As part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Alpharetta has enacted an emergency ordinance that, among other things, temporarily prohibits dine-in service at restaurants, bars, and other food-serving establishments.

Alpharetta Closes All City Offices, Cancels Meetings And Events Through April 12

Released March 15, 2020 09:55 PM

In continuation of its efforts to promote “social distancing” in response to the COVID-19 virus, the City of Alpharetta today announced additional temporary facility closures, operational measures, and the suspension of certain meetings and events through April 12.

Alpharetta Closes Senior Center, Suspends All Recreation Programs

Released March 13, 2020 01:17 PM

Effective Saturday, March 14 at 11:59 PM the City of Alpharetta is suspending all parks and recreation programs through March 30. Additionally, the City is closing its Adult Activity Center, which provides recreation programs to seniors, until further notice.

Alpharetta Seeks Input from Special Needs Community

Released March 05, 2020 01:53 PM

The City of Alpharetta, in partnership with the cities of John’s Creek, Milton, and Roswell are hosting Special Needs Community Engagement Meetings throughout February and March.

Alpharetta Residents Invited To Attend Community Input Session For Old Rucker Park Design

Released February 25, 2020 01:29 PM

The City of Alpharetta invites residents to a series of community input sessions to review the proposed design concepts for the future Old Rucker Park site.

Native Tree Sale Helps Fund Alpharetta Tree Canopy

Released February 22, 2020 01:52 PM

Now through March 21st, Alpharetta homeowners have an opportunity to get native trees and shrubs for the yards while helping to fund the addition of trees to parks and public spaces.

Live Podcast recording from the Alpharetta Arts Center this Friday

Released February 20, 2020 09:58 AM

City of Alpharetta and Home By Dark Productions bring A Song Can Change Your Life Podcast to the Alpharetta Arts Center starting this Friday.

North Fulton Cities Unite to Host Special Needs Services and Expo

Released January 28, 2020 08:24 AM

The City of Alpharetta, in partnership with the cities of John’s Creek, Milton, Roswell and Ed Isakson YMCA are hosting a Special Needs Services and Expo...

Alpharetta Students Participate in Public Art Exhibit

Released January 23, 2020 01:12 PM

Students participating in the City of Alpharetta High School Arts Apprenticeship Program, part of the Cultural Services Division...

Picturesque Oak Tree To Be Removed From Downtown Alpharetta Corner

Released January 15, 2020 03:07 PM

A large Water Oak tree that dominates the corner of Milton Avenue and Canton Street in Downtown Alpharetta is damaged and will be removed during the first week of February.

Alpharetta Votes To Cease Taxpayer Funding Of Old Soldiers Day Parade

Released December 10, 2019 11:13 AM

In action taken during its December 9 meeting, the Alpharetta City Council approved a resolution to cease funding for the annual Old Soldiers Day Parade.

Get In The Holiday Spirit At Alpharetta’s Season Of Celebration Tree Lighting

Released November 13, 2019 03:43 PM

The magic of the season glistens at Downtown Alpharetta’s annual tree lighting event, Season of Celebration presented by WellStar, on Friday, Dec. 6.

Applications Open For New Program To Match Live Music To Local Businesses

Released November 13, 2019 03:37 PM

City of Alpharetta has launched a new 2020 music program to help support businesses and musicians in Alpharetta.

The Biggest Little Farm Film Screening at the Alpharetta Library

Released November 07, 2019 01:00 PM

The City of Alpharetta’s Community Agriculture Program is hosting a free screening of the documentary film, THE BIGGEST LITTLE FARM, on Wednesday, November 13, at 6 p.m.

Alpharetta’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services Department Receives Agency of the Year Award

Released November 07, 2019 12:47 PM

Alpharetta’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services Department was awarded the Georgia Recreation and Parks Association (GRPA) Agency of the Year Award...

Eastside Community Center Rendering - News Item

Partnership To Bring Community Center To East Alpharetta

Released September 13, 2019 09:10 AM

The Alpharetta City Council has approved a partnership with the Alpharetta / Ed Isakson Family YMCA to bring a new community center to the east side of Alpharetta.

Scarecrow Harvest Moves To Brooke Street Park On Saturday, October 5th

Released September 10, 2019 12:22 PM

Stroll through the scarecrow village, dance on the great lawn to the sounds of a live DJ or sit back and relax as you listen to the storyteller at the 14th Annual Scarecrow Harvest Festival.

21st Annual Alpharetta Touch-A-Truck Event Returns To A New Location

Released September 05, 2019 03:56 PM

Children of all ages will get up-close to trucks of all shapes and sizes at the City of Alpharetta’s 21st Annual Touch-A-Truck.

Annual Scarecrow Harvest Festival Calling for Scarecrow Entries

Released August 20, 2019 02:55 PM

The Scarecrow Harvest Festival returns for its 14th year with a new location in Brooke Street Park, at City Hall on Saturday, October 5, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.