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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...

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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.

Alpharetta Residents Invited To Attend Community Input Session For Mid-Broadwell Park Design

Released August 07, 2019 01:46 PM

The City of Alpharetta invites residents to a community input session, Wednesday, August 21, to review the proposed design concepts...

Create a Fall Vegetable Garden Workshop

Released August 07, 2019 01:36 PM

Would you like to have a fall vegetable garden? Our extended growing season allows us to take advantage of three seasons of vegetable gardening.

Create A Pollinator Paradise In Your Backyard

Released May 24, 2019 10:49 AM

Did you know that one out of three bites of food that you eat is dependent on pollinators?

Alpharetta Receives $150,000 ARC Grant For Connectivity Plan

Released May 17, 2019 03:00 PM

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) has awarded a $150,000 Livable Centers Initiative (LCI) planning grant to the City of Alpharetta to help develop concepts...

Local Support Grows for Alpharetta’s Community Agriculture Program

Released April 22, 2019 10:50 AM

Over 100 people attended the Community Food Forum at City Hall on February 27 hosted by Food Well Alliance. During this event, attendees discussed many things...

Alpharetta Community Garden Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary!

Released April 15, 2019 10:26 AM

The Alpharetta Community Garden is proud to be celebrating its 10th year anniversary this year.

Free Workshop To Bust Gardening Myths

Released April 02, 2019 09:36 AM

A free workshop being held on May 1 will help you weed through common myths to find the facts that will help your garden grow.

Alpharetta Arts Groups Receive Financial Support to Enhance Local Art

Released January 17, 2019 11:24 AM

he Alpharetta Arts Center has developed a partnership with Arts Alpharetta to advance the arts in the community.

Expiration Of Agreement Brings Change In Recreation Fees

Released January 10, 2019 11:34 AM

With the agreement having expired, residents of one city who participate in a recreation or parks program offered by the other city

Alpharetta Designated Bicycle Friendly Community

Released December 11, 2018 01:09 PM

The League of American Bicyclists has designated the City of Alpharetta a Bicycle Friendly Community for its leadership and investment in infrastructure, education and outreach that enables and inspires people to ride bikes.

City Launches Food Drive To Help Needy Neighbors

Released December 07, 2018 04:10 PM

The City of Alpharetta has launched a drive to restock the NFCC food pantry and help our neighbors in need.

Equestrian Center Master Plans Approved

Released December 05, 2018 03:53 PM

The future of the Wills Park Equestrian Center is coming into focus now that the Alpharetta City Council has approved conceptual master plans...

Webb Bridge Park Swing Dedication Aims To Spread Friendship

Released November 28, 2018 10:00 AM

Waverly, a local 6 year old with a heart for others, is always the first to make new friends or find playmates in kids who are playing alone.

Alpharetta's Season of Celebration

Released November 15, 2018 04:03 PM

Residents and visitors get two holiday events in one with the Season of Celebration in downtown Alpharetta spanning two consecutive Saturdays.

Little Free Libraries Spread joy throughout Alpharetta Parks

Released October 29, 2018 01:56 PM

A passion for reading, accessibility and community has sparked a partnership between The Rotary Club of North Fulton, the City of Alpharetta’s Recreation, Parks & Cultural Services Department, and local residents.

Portion of Big Creek Greenway to Close for Repairs on October 8th – October 12th

Released September 27, 2018 02:33 PM

The City of Alpharetta will close a portion of the Big Creek Greenway for necessary emergency repairs.

Pickleball Courts Coming To North Park

Released September 21, 2018 07:11 PM

Conversion of two tennis courts into permanent, dedicated pickleball courts will begin Monday, September 24.