Hello November!

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Paul Landon
October 31, 2024

Highlights

👟 Alpharetta Women’s Half Marathon & 5k - lace up your running shoes!

🏈 Grilling & Gridiron - Alpharetta’s largest outdoor cocktail party (for a cause)

📈 Going for Growth - new tech HQ, green space, and hotels announced

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What To Do This Weekend

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 31st

🌤️ Partly Cloudy | 78° / 60°

  1. Scarecrow Harvest

    WHEN: Runs through Nov. 1

    WHERE: Downtown Alpharetta

    On Halloween night, it’s a perfect time to catch 150+ whimsical scarecrows before they disappear the following day!

  2. Halloween Costume Contest - Minnie Olivia Pizzeria

    WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 31 from 11am-9pm

    WHERE: Minnie Olivia Pizzeria CafĂŠ (Alpharetta)

    Free pizza for kids under 10 dressed in costume! Join this great local pizza spot for a spooktacular time.

  3. Grey Sunday - 80s Rock & Hip Hop 

    WHEN: Thursday, Oct. 31 from 8pm-11pm

    WHERE: Roaring Social (Alpharetta)

    You won’t want to miss this high energy, Atlanta-based party band as they deliver the classic rock, 80s, and hip hop jams you love ($10 cover). 

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1st

🌤️ Mostly Cloudy | 77° / 60°

  1. The Art of the Picture Book

    WHEN: Through Nov. 20

    WHERE: Alpharetta Arts Center

    Gallery exhibition of original artwork by illustrators of children’s books. Some artists available for book signings.

  2. Alpharetta Symphony - Wanderlust

    WHEN: Friday, Nov. 1 at 7:30pm

    WHERE: Alpharetta Methodist Church

    Let your Alpharetta Symphony take you to a world of classical music’s most fabled tales of wanderers.

  3. Unleashed & Unplugged at Fetch Park 

    WHEN: Friday, Nov. 1 from 7pm-9pm

    WHERE: Fetch Park (Alpharetta)

    Grab your four legged friends and head to Fetch for live music! Enjoy $4 Bud Light draft and $5 White Claw.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2nd

🌤️ Partly Cloudy | 78° / 59°

  1. Grilling & Gridiron - Tailgate Benefit

    WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 2 from 12pm-7pm

    WHERE: Downtown Alpharetta (behind Truck & Tap)

    Celebrate the longstanding southern tailgate tradition & support The Lionheart School. Wear your SEC colors and enjoy grilling, Jekyll beer, & Ceviche margs! 

  2. Alpharetta Farmers Market

    WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 2 from 8:30am-12:30pm

    WHERE: Downtown Alpharetta (Town Green area)

    Homegrown produce, live music, tasty treats, fresh flowers, coffee, and handcrafted gifts at this community favorite!

  3. Rumble Pop-Up Workout - Eden at Lakeview 

    WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 2 from 10am-11am

    WHERE: Eden at Lakeview (Greenspace)

    Get ready to rumble on this beautiful fall morning! A challenging, high energy workout open to all bodies and fitness levels (FREE - register here).

  4. Tribute - Celebration of The Allman Brothers Band

    WHEN: Saturday, Nov. 2 at 7pm (doors open 6pm)

    WHERE: MadLife Stage & Studios

    This powerful 8 piece group recreates one of the best bands of all time. Sold out at House of Blues and Variety Playhouse, so get your tickets ($24.50)!

  5. IACA Diwali Celebration 2024

    WHEN: Starts Saturday, Nov. 2 from 10am-8pm

    WHERE: North Point (Alpharetta)

    IACA & North Point come together to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights! Features fantastic Indian food, retail vendors, activities, and fun filled tradition.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3rd

🌤️ Partly Cloudy | 73° / 58°

  1. Alpharetta Women’s Half Marathon & 5K

    WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 3 from 7:30am-12:30pm

    WHERE: Avalon

    Tie up your running shoes and join the annual tradition. Family-friendly atmosphere runs through the heart of the community. REGISTER

  2. Helium Comedy Club - Randy Feltface

    WHEN: Sunday, Nov. 3 at 7pm

    WHERE: Helium Comedy Club (Alpharetta)

    As seen on Netflix and NBC, Randy Feltface has been garnering critical praise for 19 years - releasing seven comedy specials and selling out crowds globally.

  3. Election Day - Where to Vote on Tuesday

    WHEN: Voting begins on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 7am

    WHERE: Where you can vote in 4 metro Atlanta counties

Local Fever Lowdown: The Latest News

India’s InfoNet has chosen Alpharetta as its U.S. base to expand AI services, leveraging our tech talent for a "center of excellence" focused on AI and machine learning.

Our city allocated $9 million to enhance pedestrian connectivity at North Point, aiming to improve accessibility and community engagement through expanded pathways.

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