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7 Important Numbers 9 Note from the Publisher 10 History 14 Parks 18 Dining 24 Point of View: Meet Sandy Hoffman 26 Shopping 30 Coffee Shops 32 Adult Beverages 34 Pizza 36 Preschools & Early Enrichment 38 Kids’ Activities & Camps 40 Activities & Attractions 43 Equestrian 45 Worship 46 Calendar of Events 50 BeLocal Sponsors
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PARKS Oh so many parks to choose from and they all have their own special features. Enjoy your new outdoors!
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DINING New town, new date nights! We have a wealth of amazing foods to please any palette, so take your time and try them all!
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS EMERGENCY ▸ 911 FIRE DEPARTMENTS Alpharetta Fire Station 81 – zip code 30009................ (678) 297-6270 Alpharetta Fire Station 82 – zip code 30005................ (678) 297-6300 Alpharetta Fire Station 83 – zip code 30009................ (678) 297-6300 Milton Fire Station 41 – zip code 30004....................... (770) 740-2406 POLICE DEPARTMENTS Alpharetta Police Department......................................(770) 740-2406 Milton Police Department............................................(678) 242-2570 GEORGIA ELECTRIC, WATER Georgia Power........................................................... (888) 660-5890 Futon County Water..................................................... (404) 612-6830 DRIVER’S LICENSE AND TAG DMV Driver’s License Office......................................... (678) 413-8400 ▸ 11575 Maxwell Rd., Alpharetta, GA 30009 Tag and Title Agency................................................... (770) 552-8227 ▸ 290 S. Main St. #200, Alpharetta, GA 30009 ANIMAL CONTROL All Wildlife Control....................................................... (404) 427-2515 Georgia Poison Control............................................... (800) 222-1222 2021
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ALPHARETTA, MILTON & FULTON COUNTY Whether you’ve moved from across town or overseas, settling into a new area can be both exciting and overwhelming. Within the first few months, you will likely be establishing new routines, getting to know local hotspots, looking for local professionals and influencers, and exploring your new community’s vast resources. With so many nuances and so much on your plate from this new change in your life, it can be daunting to think about everything you need to do to get used to your new surroundings. Enter BeLocal, your local resident’s recommendation guide for Alpharetta and Milton, Georgia. In your hands, you hold the best of the best of everything the local community has to offer. From dining to hiking to family outings and attractions, this is your locals’ guide to what you need to know, and what you want to know about your new community. With so much to offer, you’ll need a guide to truly understand the area from current residents’ points of view. The goal of this publication is to bring to light many of the countless opportunities of living in North Fulton County, highlighting Alpharetta and Milton – from the equestrian farms, shopping in City Center, Avalon and Halcyon to the best date-night spots, kids’ activities and walking greenways ... and enjoying all of the other locals’ favorites! BeLocal Alpharetta Milton gives you the best of the best, written by residents who are experts at their craft and influencers in their field. 2021
All of the content in this publication came from fellow area residents who answered a survey of their favorite places to eat, shop and visit. These things aren’t always easy to figure out. I’ve lived in the area and was surprised by how much I learned putting BeLocal together! We hope this publication helps you transition more smoothly, and you find yourself more quickly acclimated to your new community. With current residents’ assistance, you’ll be able to find the hidden gems that sometimes take years to discover! So, sit back, relax and enjoy life with your guide to your new home. I hope to hear from you, and I would love to meet for a cup of coffee to get your feedback on this magazine. I can be reached by using the following info below. Follow Us On IG & FB: BeLocal_Alpharetta_Milton Enjoy and welcome! ANGIE WILLIAMS, Publisher/Owner Angie.Williams@BeLocalPub.com BeLocal_Alpharetta_Milton Alpharetta & Milton 9
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Alpharetta History written by Pat Miller Milton History - written by Robert Meyers
ALPHARETTA AND MILTON’S HISTORY! ALPHARETTA HISTORY The area now known as Alpharetta was once Cherokee Indian Territory. When gold was discovered in 1828, in nearby Dahlonega, whites began moving into the Cherokee Nation in ever-increasing numbers. Finally in 1838, the last of the Cherokees were removed from their homeland in Georgia to a reservation in Oklahoma. Along the way, more than 4,000 Cherokees died on what became known as the Trail of Tears. The former Cherokee land was eventually divided into 12 counties, the last of which was Milton County. Milton was established by the legislature in 1858, and the new town of Alpharetta was created to serve as its county seat. Just three years later, the Civil War began. At the Georgia Secession Convention in 1861, Milton and many of its neighboring counties voted to remain in the Union, but the wealthier
more populous counties along the coast carried the secession vote. While no major battles were fought in Milton County, Union Army foragers stripped the local farms of their crops and livestock. Soldiers returning home from the war, found their family farms and businesses decimated. Schools were closed because the county could no longer afford to fund them. Many area children received much of their education at home or at church-run schools. Gradually the local economy began to improve. In 1921, Milton High School opened in Alpharetta to serve students in grades one through 11. Because Milton was the only high school in the county, and few area students could afford to go to college, most young people married their high-school sweethearts. Alpharetta became the kind of community where everyone
knew everyone else, and most folks were related to one another. By the late 1920s, Milton County was again in financial trouble. The combined effects of the Great Depression and the boll weevil had bankrupt the county. Its citizens voted to dissolve the county and merge with Fulton County. On January 1, 1932, Milton County ceased to exist, and Alpharetta lost its status as a county seat. Prior to the merger, Milton County was actually larger than Fulton. In addition to Alpharetta, Milton County included all of the land that became the modern-day cities of Johns Creek and Milton, most of present-day Roswell, the northern portion of Sandy Springs, and the Fulton County portion of Mountain Park. During World War II, the federal government encouraged local cotton
Crabapple native Johnny Rucker played centerfield for the New York Giants from 1941 through 1946. Known for his speed, he was nicknamed the “Crabapple Comet.” Before going to New York, Rucker played for Milton High School and the University of Georgia. Photo courtesy Connie Mashburn John Rucker I (1842 - 1918), grandfather of the baseball player. He was the son of original Crabapple settler Simeon Rucker.
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H I STO R Y O F M I LTO N G EO R G I A The city of Milton, Georgia, was officially Incorporated on December 1, 2006, following a referendum approved by 85 percent of local voters. This historic event capped an exciting but little-known history of an area once populated by Indian tribes and farmer settlers. Milton occupies 38.5 square miles of formerly unincorporated Fulton County. Joe Lockwood was elected mayor of the new city and has been re-elected three times. As of 2020 Milton’s population is estimated to be approximately 40,000.
John B. Broadwell's prized cotton stalk measured 6-feet-10-inches tall and 6 feet wide. This stalk was on display for many years at the Georgia State Capital. (Photo courtesy Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Prior to the arrival of European settlers, the area was occupied primarily by Creek Indian tribes who were subsequently
dominated by the Cherokee Indians. The area that was to become Milton County was within the confines of the Cherokee Nation. At its height it comprised about 120,000 square miles from the Appalachian Mountains to the Mississippi River. Cherokee society was very sophisticated. Traditionally based on a confederation of local villages, the Cherokee Nation created a centralized government in 1827 with a written constitution, bicameral legislature, a newspaper and other European-like institutions. The Georgia legislature created Cherokee County with 6,900 square miles of territory from land ceded to the state by the Cherokees in 1831.
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farmers to switch to raising chickens, which could be fed to the soldiers. More and more local citizens began commuting to manufacturing jobs in nearby cities. The Lockheed Plant in Marietta and the General Motors Assembly Plant in Doraville were among the area’s major employers. Throughout the 1950s and ‘60s, Alpharetta remained a small town, but that all changed with the opening of GA400 in the 1970s. Alpharetta quickly evolved from a small town into a thriving city. Today its population is approaching 70,000, and it is home to more than 700 high-tech businesses. As of July 2020, the median home price in Alpharetta was $459,000. Upscale home buyers are attracted to the area by its highly rated public schools, excellent shopping, delicious restaurants, and plentiful parks and recreation venues. In 2014, Alpharetta opened its new City Hall, and over the next several years the mixed-use Alpharetta City Center was developed adjacent to it. The Alpha Loop, a bike and hiking trail, surrounds the revitalized downtown area and connects to the Big Creek Greenway. When the Loop is completed, Alpharetta residents will be able to bike from City Hall all the way to the Chattahoochee River. All in all, Alpharetta is an awesome place to live, work, shop, and play. 2021
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LOCAL > HISTORY > CONTINUED The rapid increase in European settlers in the 18th century gradually led to friction between the settlers and Cherokees. In the 1820s, Georgia began efforts to remove the Cherokees from the state. Beginning In 1832, following passage of the Indian Removal Act by the U.S. Congress, Georgia claimed jurisdiction over the Cherokee homeland and offered Cherokee lands to white Georgians via lottery including the land that was to become Milton County. The Milton Historical Society possesses several original land lot deeds from the 1932 lottery. In 1838, Cherokees remaining in the area were rounded up and marched to Oklahoma in what became known as the Trail of Tears.
In 1911, John B. Broadwell and his family took his famous "double-jointed" cotton to the fair. Broadwell invented several strains of cotton and sold some himself from his wagon. His double-jointed cotton produced three bales on one acre. (Photo courtesy Georgia Magazine)
Milton County was officially created in 1857 from portions of several surrounding counties to reduce the distance residents had to travel to do business with the government. Alpharetta was designated to be the county seat. The county was named after John Milton, a Revolutionary War hero and Georgia’s first secretary of state. The Civil War (1861-1865) had a major effect on Milton County. At least three Milton County infantry companies were created during the war, and the county suffered some 250 casualties. With large farm families as the norm and a population of only 4,000, the war had a lasting impact on family life and the economy.
Workers at the William K. Cochran brickyard on Freemanville Road. This yard and the James brickyard provided bricks for many of the buildings in Milton and Alpharetta. The James brickyard opened in the late 1800s and was still in operation in the 1920s. Local sawmills were also vitally important to the development of Milton's early agricultural infrastructure. (Photo courtesy Sonny Wright and Clayton Cameracraft)
Milton County was an agricultural area with cotton as its principal crop. However, boll-weevil infestations, droughts and the Great Depression destroyed its one-crop economy. In 1932, a nearly destitute Milton County with its population of 6,700, was merged into Fulton County bringing to the area paved roads, bridges, schools and increased economic opportunity. The area continued to grow and prosper in the 20th century. Today the City of Milton is recognized as one of the state’s premier cities, noted for its excellent schools and blend of urban and rural way of life. It has consistently been ranked as one of the safest and best places to live in the state of Georgia.
The Haygood General Store opened in 1902. That's Charlie Haygood standing in the open doorway. From 1902 until 1905, the Fields Crossroads Post Office was located inside the store with Haygood serving as Postmaster. The building changed hands several times after the 1930s and was last used to raise chickens in the 1960s. Today, the remains of the building are still standing, down but not out. (Photo courtesy Billy Bates)
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Buren and Bessie Wright Cowart store cotton on their front porch in Milton. (Photo courtesy Cowart family)
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Alpharetta Big Creek Greenway has 12-foot-wide concrete pathways along an 8-mile stretch than winds through the woods along Big Creek. Even though these pathways are close to the cities of Alpharetta and Milton, you will feel you are miles away from city life. Enjoy the sights of nature as you enjoy your time; keep your eye out for blue herons, deer and other wildlife as you enjoy this greenway. You will find it runs parallel to North Point Parkway, from Windward Parkway at Marconi Drive on the north end to Mansell Road on the south end. If you go to the east side of the creek, you will find dirt mountain bike trails and a soft mulch trail that encircles a large wetland oasis of wildlife. This greenway has every type of walking, biking, rollerblading, strolling and jogging you’ve been looking for! 14 BeLocal
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Bell Memorial Park 15245 Bell Park Dr., Milton, GA 30004 ›› 678-242-2489 Bell Memorial is filled with four lighted baseball fields, two artificial turf fields, a really nice playground, paved walking trails around the park, rentable spaces, concessions and picnic areas. This is a fantastic area for families and outdoor sports, including lacrosse. 2021
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Birmingham Park 750 Hickory Flat Rd. Milton, GA 30004 Bring your horse, dog and family to this 200-acre site located behind Fire Station 43. It’s currently undeveloped but open for hiking and walking!
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Cogburn Road Park 12825 Cogburn Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30004 If you are looking for a short trail to take the kids for a stroll and enjoy a family fun moment, this would be your park. At 0.2 miles, this green space has a playground and picnic areas. Freedom Park 13200 Deerfield Pkwy. Milton, GA 30004 A bit of an exercise trail for runners, cyclists and walkers, Freedom Park features a walking/ running trail and equipment for those that want to do sit-ups and body curls, a cardio walker, rowing and elliptical machines. Get your work out here, outdoors – enjoy the fresh air in your new area of Milton! North Park 13450 Cogburn Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-297-6130 At North Park, the trail is a 1-mile loop, and once you have finished the loop you can find “LOVE” on the seven lighted tennis courts, enjoy the kids at play in the two playgrounds or the eight lighted softball fields. If you are just wanting some adult time and feeling crafty, you will enjoy the Adult Activity Center, Arts Building, and maybe a romantic stroll through the Rotary Reflection Garden! Bring a blanket or a table cloth for a picnic at the two pavilions (one is for reservations only, one is first come, first serve). 2021
Providence Park 13440 Providence Park Dr. Milton, GA 30004 Is for those that love nature trails (42 acres), located in the heart of Milton. Who enjoys this space? Those that just love to walk, run, stroll, fish and those who just want to “be” and enjoy their un-recreational time! Town Green Fountain in City Center In the heart of downtown Alpharetta, the fountain is a fun place for kids and dogs to run through the fountain and for parents to sit on the side lines with a cold beverage, relax and enjoy some time for themselves… Well, sort of – we would appreciate it if you keep one eye on your kids!
Waggy World Paw Park 175 Roswell St. Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-6100 Located behind the Alpharetta Community Center at Wills Park, you will find a beautiful 1.5 acres for your dogs to run and socialize together. It’s a great place for their humans to socialize as well! Enjoy your freedom!
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Webb Bridge Park & Arboretum 4780 Webb Bridge Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30005 678-297-6123 Are you looking for a treasure? Well, Webb Bridge Park is one of our hidden gems! It offers a multipurpose synthetic turf field, two grass soccer fields, four baseball fields and four tennis courts, a playground, picnic pavilions a 1.5-mile walking trail and an arboretum, which features over 20 specimens and upland hardwood and conifer forest.
Wills Park Recreation Center 11925 Wills Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-6130 www.willspark.com Wills Park is located in Alpharetta and is filled with many activities for the entire family. From the 10-lane competition pool with depths from 4 feet to 12.5 feet, two diving boards (1 and 3 meters), a large slide, kiddie pools to baseball fields of all ages, walking paths, and a fun castle playground that goes on forever, equestrian park, tennis and more! Wills Park offers many things for your family as you will see as soon as you drive in… Check out the arboretum, which showcases the native trees of the Southeastern part of the USA. While you are here, stop by the Alpharetta Community Garden too – you don’t want to miss anything in this park!
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Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge www.amicalolafallslodge.com Amicalola has one of the prettiest waterfalls around! It falls from the heavens at 729 feet, which is the third-highest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River. Located just 8 miles from the Appalachian Trail and Chattahoochee National Forest. Bring your hiking boots, a picnic lunch, your camera and time, as you will be in awe and will want to spend most the day there! Once you notice the sun is setting, you will be excited to know that you can relax at the nearby lodge as well. Have fun – this will become one of your go-to places with friends and family.
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Kennesaw National Battlefield State Park www.nps.gov/kemo/ planyourvisit/basicinfo.htm It is worth the short drive to one of our national parks located in Kennesaw, Georgia. It is one of our historical Civil War battlefields where you will find natural nature trails or a winding asphalt road that will take you to the top. At the top you will see in the far distance the Atlanta Skyline, as well as the top of Stone Mountain (another Must Go See parks). At the base of the mountain is a welcome center, a huge grass area where you can take a blanket and enjoy the warmth of the sun, or bring a picnic lunch and enjoy the many picnic tables they have available. The park is clean, beautiful and filled with wildlife as well. Many years ago I took my kids there almost every weekend … we became quite the climbers! Lake Lanier and Lake Lanier Islands www.discoverlakelanier.com Make a day of it, a weekend of it, a week of it or more! Lake Lanier has so many offerings. The lake is a reservoir in the northern part of Georgia and is about Lake Lanier 30 miles from Alpharetta Photo by resident Debbie Calabro and Milton. It is the largest lake in Georgia, and the island is a resort complex built on a small group of islands. A great escape with boating, beach, waterparks, golf, hiking, horseback riding and so much more. It was created by the completion of Buford Dam on the Chattahoochee River in 1956, and is also fed by the waters of the Chestatee River. Have fun – it’s a great place for corporate events as well! Stone Mountain State Park www.stonemountainpark.com Stone Mountain State Park is in the city of Stone Mountain. Etched into the mountain face are the faces of the Confederate Memorial depicting Civil War generals Stonewall Jackson and Robert E. Lee, plus President Jefferson Davis. If you stay late enough, you will enjoy the laser light show over the faces, which is amazing! The kids will love it. If you have lots of energy, you can climb the side of the mountain to the top through the woods, or, better yet, you can ride the Summit Skyride Cable to the top instead. At the base of the mountain you will find large areas to rest on blankets, throw Frisbees and just relax and enjoy your day there. There is a welcome center which offers snacks as well.
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2B WHOLE GLUTEN FREE BAKERY 42 Milton Ave., Ste. B Alpharetta, GA 30009 470-395-5248 www.2bwhole.net Promotes “clean” options, helping those that have gluten allergies as well as teaching their customers how to prepare and bake food with affordable and healthy ingredients.
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7 ACRE BARNGRILL hometown 850 Hickory Flat Rd. neighborhood bar... Milton, GA 30004 770-777-2273 www.7acrebarngrill.com Bringing the backyard garden to the table tops, this cool place is awesome, just a little hometown neighborhood bar with great people and great food, barrel-aged whiskey, homemade pies and a full bar. It’s located in Buice’s General Store that operated from 1930 until recent … putting a modern twist on Southern comfort food in a contempocountry atmosphere.
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BELEN DE LA CRUZ – EMPANADAS AND PASTRIES 11730 Jones Bridge Rd., Ste. F Johns Creek, GA 30005 470-359-2976 ›› www.belendelacruz.com Argentina-styled empanadas are for eating with your fingers! They are moist, baked to order, filled with a variety of fresh ingredients and no sauce required! BUTCHER & BREW 3 S. Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-585-3344 www.butcherandbrewshop.com Serving made-from-scratch American pub food in a sports-bar environment, but don’t get me wrong – B&B doesn’t serve just the typical bar food … they put a whole new twist on what they serve. They have something for everyone’s palette! CARSON’S KITCHEN 4 S. Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-696-1752 www.carsonkitchen.com/atl Among everything else that’s awesome in the Kitchen … they offer an amazing brunch on Sundays from 11-4pm. Thirsty? They have a great bar as well. How about something called That’s My Jam, a fantastic Bloody Mary – the Best In Town … or maybe Bubbles Is My Dancin’ Name! You’ll have to stop on in and give their comfort food with their fine-dining ingredients a try! 2021
CITIZEN SOUL 60 S. Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-317-3232 ›› citizensoul.com Inspired by Northern California, Oregon and Washington … a menu that is simple, fresh with a taste of Southern soul. Start with short rib Piquillo peppers or maybe a roasted beet salad … another favorite: charred Brussel sprouts – pair it with angus filet! Put it on your calendar, stroll on in – you’ll love it! COALITION FOOD AND BEVERAGE 50 Canton St., Ste. 108 Alpharetta, GA 30009 470-839-6725 ›› www.coalitionfandb.com A great place for family gatherings. Great American cuisine and fantastic crafted drinks! Try some of their specialties ... like wood-fired chicken wings, panseared salmon, and amazing steak frites.
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Locals Crust! CRUST PASTA & PIZZERIA 131 S. Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6789 ›› www.crust-pizzeria.com Locals love Crust. From the pizza to everything else on the menu, Chef Chris makes sure you love your meal – you can’t go wrong! They have an awesome full bar, and while you are sitting there, check out the tables and lamps... They are handmade from the owner! It’s just a great family place ... come on in and relax! HOBNOB NEIGHBORHOOD TAVERN 6690 Town Sq., Ste. 420 Alpharetta, GA 30005 470-448-4572 ›› www.hobnobatlanta.com You’ve just have to try the HOBNOB Burger! It is sloppy, gooey, 4 oz. of smashed beef patties, 420 beer cheese, caramelized onion jam and B&B pickles … and the bun … oh goodness. You’ll just know this will be your “go back to” burger!
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JEKYLL BREWING make an CIT Y CENTER of 15 Academy St. Alpharetta, GA 30009 470-273-5932 www.jekyllbrewing.com They make an array of beer ... so you’ll have to check out their list. If you are looking for a rooftop experience, they have an amazing view of City Center; it’s just one of the highlights of Jekyll. As you climb the stairs to the roof, you will find a surprise at the bar … nope, I can’t give it away – you will have to go see it for yourself. As for the food … for starters, the crawfish hushpuppies are a must!
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KATHLEEN CATCH MILTON 12660 Crabapple Rd. Milton, GA 30004 678-691-3064 www.kathleenscatch.com If you are looking for the freshest seafood in the area, then Kathleen’s is the closest to ocean fresh as you will get. Here you will find all natural, chemical-free and delivered fresh daily coming from strictly controlled fisheries.
LOCAL Q AND BREW 3655 Old Milton Pkwy. Alpharetta, GA 30005 470-359-9947 www.loyalq.com In the 18th Century, “smoak” houses were popping up all across America. Local Q decided to keep the original spelling of their smoke houses! All their meats are smoked in their original smokers that were handmade in Texas for the burning of wood, using Post Oak wood from Texas and Hickory from North Carolina. Besides the smoked flavor, Local Q is known for their St. Louis Ribs, smoked salmon dip, homemade sauces and more ... much more. Enjoy your Q! LOLLI’S & POPS 1000 North Point Cir., Ste. 1186 Alpharetta, GA 30022 678-762-7639 ›› www.lolliandpops.com Lolli’s sources the best confections from around the world, to bring to you the best sweets you will delight in bringing smiles and joy to you and your family! From international candies and handmade truffles to a bulk that offers dozens of unique gummies and chocolates.
MAPLE STREET BISCUIT COMPANY 73 Milton Ave. #113, Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-381-1447 ›› www.maplestreetbiscuits.com Finger licking for sure! Messy? Yes! Delicious and not your typical biscuit. Besides using natural ingredients, they also make from scratch … it’s a locals favorite – so you can’t go wrong! After your tummy is full, take a stroll through town, and note on your calendar your next go-to food stop! NEVER ENOUGH THYME - two locations! 8 S. Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 470-395-3977 AND 6655 Town Sq., Ste. 1250 Alpharetta, GA 30005 678-297-1124 ›› www.neverenoughthyme.net A family-owned business with family-size portions is the perfect spot for breakfast or lunch! While enjoying their amazing gourmet selections, enjoy a glass of wine or beer before you head out to explore the rest of the day! If you are thinking of staying in with a group of family and friends, give them a call – they cater too!
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OLD BLIND DOG IRISH PUB 12650 Crabapple Rd., #100, Milton, GA 30004 678-624-1090 ›› www.oldeblinddog.com When you walk into Old Blind Dog, you are walking into Ireland. This is the real deal, with real lead stain glass, hand-carved wood throughout, library and “snug” seating is a way to really feel the ambiance, and the many types of beer will keep you settled in the Olde World for a while. Build-your-own burger is an excellent choice, along with gluten-free options; you might want to get the fish and chips, or corned beef and cabbage is another excellent choice as well! 20 BeLocal
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TAFFER’S TAVERN 33 S. Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-585-4456 ›› www.tafferstavern.com A bar is a bar, but a tavern has SOUL! That’s the Taffer’s slogan. New in 2020, Taffer’s is right across from City Center in the heart and SOUL of downtown Alpharetta. For large gatherings or small, for sitting at the amazing bar for a sports-bar experience or just to stare out the window and watch the passersby ... Taffer’s offers an amazing menu of comfort and pub-styled food and more than amazing drinks! Come on in and enjoy the experience ... it’s like no other!
THE SAVORY GOURMET 50 Canton St., Ste. 109 Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-857-3960 www.savorygourmetmarket.com The neighborhood market, café and deli is located in the heart of downtown Alpharetta. Come around the world with many of their products and savor their many sauces and soups made from scratch with no added salt, sugar or preservative! Chef Adam Hyzdu prepares awesome meals to go or to eat in! They offer fresh meats and cheeses, breads, sandwiches, soups, sweets, and if you’re looking for a caterer – you don’t need to look any further. This deli comes highly recommended!
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Union Hill's outside bar
THE UNION 14275 Providence Rd., Milton, GA 30004 770-569-7767 ›› www.theunionrestaurant.com With a fun outside bar, in the heart of Milton, you will find The Union on a roundabout, in what used to be the outskirts of town, out there with the horse farms. Now The Union is a great meeting place! It is still out there with the horse farms, which makes it even a sweeter place to go hang out. Are you needing comfort food, but with a little spin on it, or maybe some Japaneseinfluenced ahi poke, could you be in the mood for a wood-oven pizza … you’ll want to put this on your list of “have to go to” places!
Order a
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THE VARSIT Y 61 North Ave. NW Atlanta, GA 30308 404-881-1706 www.thevarsity.com/ locations?action=view&store_id=9 “What’ll ya have, what’ll ya have” … is just the start of the experience! A tradition and a place all nearby Georgians go to at least once (now they have seven locations). It’s not so much the food as it is the location and the verbal ordering process! When I came here in 1985, I had no idea what they were saying or what I actually ordered… Order a “walkin’ dog”!
“Kale Me Crazy is one of my “go to” places. I love their smoothies (you have to try the one called Oya – it’s named after Oya Yoga Studio and their creation of it!). Their hummus is amazing, and I love their breakfast wraps!” – Marie C.
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SANDY HOFMANN LOVING THE LOFTS AND... STROLLING THE STREET OF ALPHARETTA!
Written by resident Sandra Hofmann
So many thoughts cascade through my mind when asked about life in Alpharetta! I’ll tell you how I got here later, but first – life in awesome Alpharetta! I live in the very first mixeduse mid-rise condominium in the city – Alpharetta Lofts on Canton Street at School Drive in the Garden Arts District. This owner-occupied building has 33 single-level lofts surrounding a beautiful open atrium. From my balconies I look out over treetops, can catch the sunrise each day, and listen to sounds of a splashing fountain at Teasley Place below. Everything that Downtown Alpharetta offers is steps away – pedestrian-friendly sidewalks, pocket parks, public art, restaurants, bakeries, wine, boutique shops, Alpha-Loop, City Hall with the Alpharetta Old Milton County Historical Museum, the Arts Center, the Future Farmers of America Log Cabin, and Resthaven Cemetery, just to name my favorites!
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Pre-pandemic there were street festivals – art, crafts, food, and entertainment – lots of opportunities to enjoy urban life. Even now the sounds of music and laughter can be heard and walking though the neighborhood brings joy. There is vibrancy below the canopies of trees and a sense of living in a small town where history is treasured and the future planned. A typical day in Downtown Alpharetta finds me walking my two Yorkshire terriers
(Nicky and Gracie) and greeting all their fur friends along the way. You could set the clock by our encounters with neighbors doing the same! The coffee aromas are wafting out of the Nest Café as I walk to Old Canton pocket park to check on my Little Free Library Charter #86014 (littlefreelibrary.org/ourmap/). We cross the street to say good morning to the huge bullfrog that lives in the koi pond at Flatlands Bourbon & Bayou (too early for the best ever sazerac or an ice cream 2021
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at Four Fat Cows) and then reserve our spot for Southern Porch’s breakfast with divine buttery grits and beignets. Starting off again, we pause a moment to enjoy Mercantile Social’s current decorating theme (it’s a Grinch world for the holidays!), and turn the corner for a quick check on progress at the Hamilton Hotel construction – beautiful boutique hotel where visiting family and friends will be able to stay. Although I could cross Main Street to walk through City Center, I save that for weekends when I can also enjoy the farmers’ market. Heading west on Milton Avenue, I can easily envision the days when this was the core of Alpharetta with small-town stores. Even today, every shopkeeper likely knows your name! I love getting a shout out from my favorite shopkeepers at Korner Soak (softest PJs ever), La Bella Maison (love the Nest fragrances), Sis & Moon (where I first found Kathleen Taylor’s artwork), and Clothes Horse. If food is on my mind, instead of ordering pizza from a chain store like I would have done in the old days, within minutes I can get a wonderful wood-fired pizza from Minnie Olivia Pizzeria complimented by the best butternut squash soup in town! Crossing over Milton I come to my very favorite restaurant, Coalition, where they even created a drink for me – the “Gracie” – a fabulous grapefruit old fashioned. The food is excellent, and the staff (my “food family”) makes me feel so welcomed. This is where my neighbors meet every Wednesday night for burgers and beer! If entertaining at home, then Savory Gourmet may have crafted a charcuterie board for me. I’ve likely stopped by Fermented for the perfect bottle of wine and ElleB for the perfect hostess gift. On the fashion side I’ve gone from collecting Louboutin shoes (way too fancy for walking the dogs) to collecting Chrome Heart sunglasses
There is VIBRANCY below the canopies of TREES and a sense of LIVING in a small town where HISTORY is TREASURED and the FUTURE planned. 2021
from b.spectacled. All Inspired has the perfect outfit to compliment my mood, and they always have a biscuit for my pups! If I need my spirits lifted, then I head to Youthtopia MedSpa (where I treated myself to a monthly membership) or Hammond Nails (love the aromatic pedicure). And if feeling punk and need a lift, then I grab a healthy drink at Kale Me Crazy! Remember, all of these delights are just within a block of my home! If I were to become bored, then City Center, Avalon, and NorthPoint are all within 2 miles. My “city” living is everything I envisioned plus more! With my day outlined, now I return to the story of how I ended up in Downtown Alpharetta. The company I worked for was headquartered in Alpharetta on Windward so, in 2002, when I returned to Atlanta after living in Boston for several years, the Alpharetta/Milton area was my first choice. I found the perfect home in Potterstone off Thompson Road: 4,700 square feet of house on over 2 acres of property with a beautiful natural setting and an easy commute to Alpharetta and to 400 when I needed to go into Atlanta. My lifestyle needs changed after retirement (I’m a “recovering” c-level technology executive). In late 2014, I begin looking for a new home where I could focus more on enjoying what life had to offer (versus the work of maintaining a house and property or living to work) and a new community (beyond my work world). At that time, Downtown Alpharetta had a “vision” and was going through an evolution that I wanted to be a part of! Downsizing was not easy – I had several thousand books, a studio with a weaving loom and easel, a basement full of way too many holiday decorations, outdoor furniture, items from the home of my parents who had passed away … just so much stuff accumulated over decades. First-world problem, I know. In hindsight I should have moved sooner, and it would have been easier to donate all and just start over! As I moved into my new home, I found many of my neighbors had gone through similar downsizing experiences. In retirement we rediscovered the value of experiences and relationships over “stuff.” The diversity of our community, the benefits of living in Downtown Alpharetta, and even sheltering together during the pandemic – all brought us closer together. Alpharetta is indeed awesome! Alpharetta & Milton 25
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LOCAL TIP
WHERE THE LOCALS SHOP
“Best pizza is Minnie Olivia – it’s great local food, the owner Julio is a sweetheart of a guy, and they have the coolest local vibe, great service and kid friendly. They offer outside eating with lights a great bar selection and live music!” – Charleen T.
INDIGO HOME & DESIGN 12680 Crabapple Rd. , Milton, GA 30004 ›› 770-545-8200 ›› www.indigohomeanddesign.com A one-stop-shop for all your home décor! From fabric to lighting, Indigo has it all. They also have an on-site interior design office with fabric and blind samples, along with many reference books for your enjoyment! If you are not quite the visionary, one of their design team members can come to your home to measure and help with color and design choices. 26 BeLocal
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LOCAL > SHOPPING SCOTTSDALE FARMS 15639 Birmingham Hwy. Milton, GA 30004 770-777-5875 www.scottsdalefarms.com Don’t think that Scottsdale Farms is only the place to find your outdoor plants and garden supplies. Think inside! They have amazingly beautiful home décor, furniture, a pet area for your pets comfort, a coffee shop .… and so much more. This a day to wear your sneakers to roam around inside – find those amazing touches that will make your new house a “home,” and then wander outside to get your gardening items, to make your outside and extension of your inside. You will love all the Scottsdale has to offer!
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“Designer Consignment has amazing clothes and accessories. The owner ensures all her products
ALL INSPIRED ALPHARETTA 50 Canton St., Ste. 104 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-381-1456 www.allinspiredboutique.com Where style meets grace! All Inspired has ALL you need for yourself and your home! From clothes to pillows, you will love the selections in this store. You will also find Georgia-created art, jewelry and pottery!
G E O R G I A - C R E AT E D A R T, JEWELRY AND POTTERY!
CLOTHES HORSE 28 Milton Ave., Alpharetta, GA 30009 470-294-2132 www.clotheshorsemensapparel.com The Premier Men’s Clothing Store in North Atlanta is located in the heart of Alpharetta featuring upscale casual coastal style apparel. As you walk in you will be greeted by owner Charleen Thompson, along with her husband and one of football’s most beloved coaches, co-owner John Thompson. As you wander in along the “sticker pathway,” make sure you go to the back – there’s a huge assortment of goodies back there as well! Clothes Horse brings comfortable casual to every man’s closet. Even the undergarments are a must have!
are basically in ‘new condition’! From shoes to jewelry to great prices and selection … you almost don’t need to shop anywhere else!” – Ellen H.
CRABAPPLE MARKET 12650 Crabapple Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30004 678-297-2700 www.crabapplemarketga.com This is a beautiful area of shopping local, meeting friends, walking to restaurants, and then maybe wander to the walking trails nearby. It’s about community here, enjoying life, and taking moments to live life.
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“The Alpharetta Loop is great for walking and biking ... great trails.” – Alicia S.
DESIGNER CONSIGNER 670 N Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-0032 ›› www.designer-consigner.net This is a consignment shop, but you wouldn’t know it! The owner (Vicki) carefully picks out the best of the best clothes and accessories that you will be proud to wear. They are pretty well brand new! She has amazing taste in what she carries; I would highly recommend her shop whether you are pinching pennies or whether price is no issue. You will find her prices are as amazing as her collections!
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IF YOU ARE IN NEED OF SOME PAMPERING SINCE YOU MOVED, THIS IS THE PLACE.
KORNER SOAK 2 Milton Ave., Alpharetta, GA 30009 ›› 470-242-5830 Owned by the sisters of Sis+Moons, this is sits right across the alley. If you are in need of some pampering since you moved, this is the place to find those really soft jammies and lounge wear, bubble bath and soaking items. SIS + MOONS 24 Milton Ave., Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-310-9338 ›› www.sisandmoons.com Are you looking for an artsy-style store that offers a different take on clothes, and local art? Sisters Chris and Wendy, along with their friend Alyx, are the owners of this great artistic shop offering antiques, art, candles, clothing, fun lamps and more. In the back of their shop they have a room set up for art classes... Amazing! There is a certain VIBE to this store … you just have to see it to feel it! It will become one of your destinations and a place you will want to take your out-of-town guests as well!
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THE RED HOUND 211 Market St. , Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-624-7733 ›› www.theredhoundgifts.com Make this shop another destination! The Red Hound is a cute boutique in the heart of City Center in Alpharetta. Vanessa Schepis has been the owner of this fine establishment since 2013, which is known for its home décor and fine gifts. Vanessa’s shop is unique in the items she chooses to carry .… such as Sid Dicken Memory Blocks, an array of fun gift idea, baby items, and I love her tea towels the best. They have the funniest messages on them; you will for sure laugh out loud! Enjoy!
QUEEN OF HEARTS 670 N. Main St.Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-7571 Offers upscale resale with their 250 artisans and over 500 booths filled with antiques and home furnishings. You will want to make this a good part of your day as you wander through the many, many isles of incredible finds. It is located in a sweet little strip mall … wear your walking shoes and take your time – you will find this is one of Alpharetta’s hidden gems! While you are there, pop on in to Designer Consigner as well as Benjamin Moore for all your painting needs!
THE GIBSON CO. 6655 Town Sq., Ste. 1240, Alpharetta, GA 30005 470-375-3120 ›› www.shopthegibsonco.com A family-owned company, Mark and Clarissa have a great variety of offerings for your home. Located in the new area of Halcyon, they carry home décor, kitchen accessories, apparel, stationery, items for men and much more. While you visit Halcyon, make The Gibson part of your destination.
U R B A N H A R D W A R E – A T R U E VA L U E A F F I L I AT E 11770 Haynes Bridge Rd. #501, Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-299-8225 ›› www.urbanhardware.com Ladies and gentlemen… This is a store you will both want to visit. Make it part of your date night. Urban hardware is THE SHOP to find oh so many items ... from outside patio furniture, to holiday decorations, to tools of course… BUT the store is huge and amazingly filled with items you don’t normally find in a hardware shop. I assure you, you will BOTH want to shop here!
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WHERE TO GO FOR YOUR CUP OF JOE ... AND A BIT ‘E’ MORE! BREWABLE CAFÉ
175 Roswell St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 www.brewablecafe.com Not just another coffee shop. In 2017 BrewAble began offering employment to young adult individuals with special needs with all-volunteer members of the Alpharetta community. The individuals are amazing, and so is their coffee… We hope you will stop in and say hello!
CAFÉ DE BONO
631 N. Main St., Ste. 104 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-404-7704 ›› www.alpharettacafe.com Not just a gourmet coffee shop… Get your taste buds ready for Italian pastries, salads, soups and more! Feel free to sit and enjoy on the patio or inside.
CRAZY LOVE COFFEE HOUSE
1088 Canton St. Roswell, GA 30075 770-545-8228 www.crazylove.coffee Located in the heart of Roswell is a historic home converted to a wonderful coffee shop with seating inside with a long bistro table that can be used for working, on the front/back porch or on the lawn. Your taste buds will be deciding not just on the special coffee selections but also on the amazing food choices. As you wait, wander around to find local artists’ gifts, then settle in and enjoy your time! 30 BeLocal
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MOCHA MY DAY
1081 Colony Dr., Ste. 100, Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-664-1634 ›› www.mochamyday.com Is all mobile! Since 1997 they have offered delivery in their mobile truck, coffee cart, and go places others can not! You say you want espresso, cappuccinos, lattes, hot chocolate, chai, spiced cider … they have it all! Mocha My Day is your go-to – well, they come to you – coffee service!
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THE NEST CAFÉ
58 Canton St., Ste. 101, Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-231-2477 ›› www.thenestcafe.net A great inside and outside coffee shop that offers wholesome bistrostyle foods, smoothies and shakes, Italian Gelato, sandwiches, wraps and GLUTEN FREE! The Nest is a perfect spot to have an experience with your friends, family or a meeting.
VALOR COFFEE
44 Milton Ave., Alpharetta GA 30009 706-452-3329 ›› www.valor.coffee Do you ever just feel like a number? You go into the same shop, or in this case a coffee shop, and you feel unnoticed, and you’ve given your hard-earned cash to them on a daily basis, and they still after months don’t know you are a regular, don’t know your name, or don’t ask how you really are. Well, that is not how the owners of Valor think it should be. They want you to feel special, they want you to feel like you belong … so, as a new resident ... stop in and become part of their family. Oh, and by the way … they do have amazing coffee!
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THE LOCALS’
watering hole(s)! CAN TEQUILA 12635 Crabapple Rd. #320 Milton, GA 30004 770-663-0908 ›› www.cansmilton.com Looking for a little seafood, a little spice, a little Tequila. CANS is just a fun place to go, with Wednesday Open Mic Night, halfpriced selected appetizers and margaritas, a great outside covered patio! Come join in on the fun … neighborhood style! CHERRY STREET BREWERY 6640 Town Sq., Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-696-4929 www.cherrystreethalcyon.com Most likely you’ve moved on a weekend, so come on in for a Saturday or Sunday brunch, and take a break from your move! The beers are off the chain, the food is awesome, and there are many places to sit, relax, unwind and just breathe. They have weekly food specials too … located in Halcyon, after you rest up you’ll want to stroll through the rest of the area to find your other “go to” places to shop, eat and play!
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CENTRAL CITY TAVERN 19 Academy St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 Wandering the streets of downtown Alpharetta, you most likely will want to quench your thirst and satisfy your hunger pains here. The tavern is an upscale sports bar with comfortable leather booths and outside seating! You will find their menus to your liking no matter what your palette loves! Jekyll Brewing Bar is located right above them ... so spend time in both, and enjoy your new watering holes! CURRAHEE BREWING COMPANY 25 S. Main St. 770-696-2097 ›› www.curraheebrew.com No food here, but the brewery offers many options with their patio seating out back and outdoor seating up front. If you are hungry and want a little bit of food while you sample their batch one-offs, they offer a counter service with the next-door restaurants like SmokeJack BBQ, South Main Kitchen, and the food trucks at Truck & Tap, so you never have to leave the taproom. Speaking of the taproom, the brewery is located right behind the bar. Their beer is European-inspired ales and lagers! ALL family members are welcome!
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LOCAL > ADULT BEVERAGES Jekyll Rooftop Brewing
SMOKEJACK BBQ 29 S Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-410-7611 ›› www.smokejackbbq.com Are you in the mood for some really great Southern smoked BBQ, where the ends are burned just a bit on the ribs, and the torn pork is moist and delicious, and the fries… You can’t eat just one! Then there’s their beverages! They have many signature beers to choose from, but if you’re in the mood – I’d try a bourbon!
JEKYLL BREWING ROOFTOP BAR 2855 Marconi Dr., Ste. 350, Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-549-9635 ›› www.jekyllbrewing.com Being the first brewery in Alpharetta, they have 26 taps and 100 barrel brew system. Not only do they craft beer, but they also have an amazing menu. As mentioned on the restaurant page, you will want to get a spot to sit on their rooftop that overlooks City Center! Located in the heart of Alpharetta, they are above Central City Tavern… If you are lucky, you will spend time in both! TRUCK AND TAP 30 Milton Ave., Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-680-2760 ›› www.truckandtap.com/alpharetta While you are wandering around for date night or just hanging with the girls, stop on in and enjoy the live music, and the food trucks out the back. Breakdown burgers come straight from their kitchen, or try their signature wing sauces and other sides. There is seating available outside, and ALL family members are welcomed.
Smoke Jack
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BOBBYG’S CHICAGO EATERY & SPORTS BAR 12990 GA-9 N., Milton, GA 30004 770-772-0710 ›› www.bobbygs.com Authentic Chicago pizza in Milton – YES! If you are looking for the wreal thing, BobbyG’s has it … including the sports bar – wall-to-wall sports and RED ATTIRE! While you are unpacking and too tired to cook, give them a call for MobilBytes delivery, or stop everything and COME ON IN and treat yourself to Chicago’s crust or their famous Vienna Beef Hotdogs! You might feel like you left the North — but the North is just as close with a drive or a phone call. We’ll see you soon! COMPANIA PIZZA 800 N. Main St. #100 Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-825-2156 campaniaga.com/ pizza-restaurant-alpharetta Step into Italy with true Neapolitan pizza. They wanted you to experience Italy so much so that they have imported the flavorful ingredients, their original recipes as well as the Stefano Ferrara wood fire oven. You can’t get the taste of Italy without imported Italian wine as well. They have an amazing selection – so enjoy!
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LOCAL > PIZZA Crust Pasta & Pizzeria Bar & Restaurant ... Chef Chris and crew!
CRUST PASTA & PIZZERIA 131 S. Main St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6789 ›› www.crust-pizzeria.com More than just pizza… Are you looking for homemade pasta, sauces, dough, dressings and desserts? Then this is your new go to place for a touch of Italy. They also offer hormone- and antibiotic-free beef and port and no animal products. They also grind and butcher all their beef and pork in house to ensure the best quality for your family. The ambiance is warm and welcoming, it’s spacious, and Crust offers a full sports bar. Family friendly!
FIVE BOROUGHS PIZZA TAVERN 1370 Buford Hwy. #107, Cumming, GA 30041 470-695-4011 ›› www.fiveboroughspizzatavern.com Looking for NY-style pizza? Well, stop by and experience their Manhattan-style gastropub! Dine in or carry out – either way you’re going to love the flame-fired crust and full bar! MAMA’S PIZZA 5950 North Point Pkwy., Alpharetta, GA 30022 770-751-6001 ›› www.mamaspizzaalpharetta.com This family-owned business came to Roswell from Greece and serves award winning NY-style pizza. They have been serving local families since 1979. Although this is a no-frills building and menu, you can build your own pie. Enjoy the crunch of the crust with a bit of sour dough – your plate will be clean, just how Mama likes it! MINNIE OLIVIA 10 Roswell St., Suite 120, Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-691-0051 ›› www.minnieolivia.com Minnie Olivia Pizzeria resides in the old Dodd Hotel from the 1940s. The pizzeria owners wanted to honor “Minnie Olivia Dodd,” daughter of James Madison Dodd, and Sara Ann Dodd as Minnie was the last to reside in the hotel. Since 2019 the neighborhood wood-fired Neo-Neapolitan-style pizzeria has been providing local seasonal ingredients and products, where Southern Italy meets the South! They also offer a full bar and outside seating in downtown Alpharetta!
Minnie Olivia Pizza tosses their crust – then into the woodburning fire it goes!
PEACE LOVE AND PIZZA 4055 Old Milton Pkwy. #14, Alpharetta, GA 30005 470-299-0999 ›› www.peaceloveandpizza.com PLP is a throwback to peace and love, and that is how they run their very cool business. Get your mouth ready for some Northeast and Californiainspired flavors; with Jam-Up Pies, their crazy creations and and their sauce is amazing, and their motto is: “If we won’t serve it to our mothers, we won’t serve it to you!” Enjoy the rock and roll music… They love what they do, and they are glad you will be part of their pizza family! 2021
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preschools AND early enrichment The Goddard School Alpharetta Windward
Reading starts early at The Goddard School – Windward
The Goddard School – Windward
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4875 Windward Pkwy. Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-663-4155 www.goddardschool.com/ atlanta/alpharetta-windward-parkway-ga This Goddard school is an awardwinning school winning the Best Preschool in the Alpharetta, Milton and Johns Creek area from the Readers Choice award from Lifestyle Magazine as well as the Gold Daisy Award in 2018! We are also excited they are one of your advertising sponsors! Their entire teaching staff holds a degree in education and provides the best whole-child, STEAM-based program for their infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, and school-age programs! To read more about their accreditations, please visit their website. They are accredited in: Secured Education Consultants (SEC), National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), The Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI), Partnership For 21st Century Skills (P21), Assessment Tools.
Creme de la Crème
11675 Haynes Bridge Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-872-6894 www.cremedelacreme.com/ locations/haynes-bridge-alpharetta-preschool At Crème de la Crème, they not only teach scholastics but encourage and teach social skills and cognitive abilities as well as character development. The teachers encourage your child to discover a love of learning!
Primrose School of Alpharetta
315 Henderson Village Pkwy. Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-664-7508 www.primroseschools.com/schools/alpharetta Their program for children in the community start at 6 weeks to 12 years, (infant, toddler, early preschool, preschool, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, after school, summer adventure club). Primrose School of Alpharetta was voted as one of the best preschools in North Atlanta in 2020.
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LOCAL > KIDS Carrington Academy on Webb Bridge 2945 Webb Bridge Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30009 877-914-2477 and
Carrington Academy McFarland
6140 Atlanta Hwy. Alpharetta, GA 30004 www.carringtonacademy.com Offering preschool (starting at 6 weeks old), kindergarten and afterschool programs. The kindergarten classes focus on a well-rounded curriculum including art, music, PE, foreign language and technology. Before and after-school programs (some transportation is included), these programs may include sports teams and instruction, dance, theater, chorus, music instruction, fine arts, computers, and engineering. The camp counselors make sure your kids have an amazing time, having fun while expanding their horizons!
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Montessori Schools…
Students 18 months to sixth grade enjoy these schools because Montessori teaches students to think, rather than memorize and forget. The students think for themselves to solve problems and come up with solutions. The students master the material before moving onto the next lesson, and the multi-age classrooms encourage mentoring but still working on their own pace.
Alpharetta International Montessori 4772 Webb Bridge Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30005 770-475-0558 www.aiamontessori.com
Milton Montessori School
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Kings Ridge Christian School
2765 Bethany Bend Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-754-5738 www.kingsridgecs.org PreK through 12th grade providing a college preparatory education equipping students to know, serve and to believe in God’s Will.
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TUMBLES 3005 Old Alabama Rd., Unit 20 Johns Creek, GA 30022 (678) 691-4072 ›› www.johnscreek.tumbles.net Tumbles is unique in the fact that besides the individual rooms, they also have a STEM program for kids, as well as a huge play area, zip lines, rock climbing and more. A great place for camps, hourly drop-offs as well, you will find your child in seventh heaven. It is located in a strip mall at the end and around the corner… It’s a little hidden gem! YOUNG CHEF ACADEMY 1595 Peachtree Pkwy. #122 Cumming, GA 30041 (470) 297-8080 www.cummingga.youngchefsacademy.com You might have discovered your child loves to cook as we were in lockdown in 2020. They will love coming here and being with other kids that enjoy making a dent in some dough … with weekly classes, camps and parties! Who knows – you might just have a Master Chef on your hands!
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Alpharetta’s Farmers’ Market www.alpharettafarmers market.com/mini-market You will be amazed at the amount of vendors there is to choose from! Located in the heart of Alpharetta in the City Center, mark your calendar for every Saturday from 9am–12pm. There is plenty of parking and walking as you wander these streets finding fruits, veggies and many artists displaying their goods! The kids will enjoy the fountain and the green area for play as well! 40 BeLocal
LOCAL TIP “When I’m looking for a sweet treat, I love Andy’s Custard located on Old Milton Parkway. Their custard is delicious!” – Angelica
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Dr. Robert E. Fulton Library at OCEE 5090 Abbotts Bridge Rd. Johns Creek, GA 30005 404-613-6840 www.fulcolibrary.org This library is in honor of the late District 3 Commissioner and member of the Library Board of Trustees.
Scottsdale Farms Garden Center 15639 Birmingham Hwy. Milton, GA 30004 770-777-5875 www.scottsdalefarms.com Not just a garden center… In the fall you will find an enormous assortment of pumpkins and gourds. Then in a “wink of an eye and a twinkle of a nose,” transformation happens, and a selection of Christmas trees arrive! As you wander inside you will be amazed and in awe of the spectacular array of home goods to decorate your home. As a new resident you will for sure mark your calendar to come back in the spring and summer for all of your gardening selections as well as putting a little more charm inside your home too with a wide selection of home accessories all year long!
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Milton Branch Library 855 Mayfield Rd. Milton, GA 30009 404-613-4402 www.miltonlibraryfriends.org The Friends of the Milton Library, is a nonprofit organization made of local residents who championed the idea of a library and now exist to support the library and its many programs through fundraising and other volunteer efforts. The library is beautifully set at a roundabout with a statue of a horse within. You can’t miss it! Alpharetta Branch Library 10 Park Plaza Alpharetta, GA 30009 404-613-6735 www.fulcolibrary.org/location/alpharetta-branch-blog The library is just a few steps away from Alpharetta City Hall and has a wonderful parking garage across the street. Bottoms Christmas Tree Farm 5880 John Burruss Rd. Cumming, GA 30040 770-887-2728 www.bottomstreefarm.com It’s just a short drive for those enthusiasts that enjoy really picking out the best tree, getting on their hands and knee with saw in hand and cutting down the perfect tree! They have a multitude of trees to choose from (Leyland Cypress, Carolina Sapphire, Virginia Pine, White Pine and Fraser Firs), and when you find that perfect tree for Santa to put your family’s wishes under, come on back to the barn for hot chocolate, BBQ, popcorn and a few more goodies! Check out their website to see when Santa arrives!
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Wills Park Equestrian Center 11915 Wills Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30009 678-297-6120 www.willspark.com/activities/equestrian-info Free to everyone, the equestrian center hosts rodeos, concerts, horse shows and is just an all-around great way for your family to enjoy something different in the area. They also have a “ride pass,” which allows you to ride all year long! While you are there take time to play at the park, walk around the ball fields, tennis, pickleball, swimming and more! Check out their calendar events at willspark.com/calender.
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North Point Community Church 4350 North Point Pkwy., Alpharetta, GA 30022 678-892-5000 ›› www.northpoint.org/local NPCC is a large, non-denominational Christian church. Don’t let its size hinder you … because you will immediately feel like you are in an intimate setting as you are welcomed and loved by those that have been attending for years. They have many programs, especially for children and students ... and once the kids and students attend, they want to come back!
Alpharetta Church of God 1460 Mid Broadwell Rd. Alpharetta, GA 30004 770-475-5788 ›› www.alpharettacog.com Founded in 1959, this is the oldest Pentecostal Church in Alpharetta. It is their prayer for all to find a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. They are here to pray with you and for you as you grow in faith.
Crabapple First Baptist Church 12760 Birmingham Hwy. Milton, GA 30004 770-475-6111 ›› www.crabapplefbc.org Their mission is “to know, worship, and share Jesus Christ.” They desire to be totally scriptural, passionately spiritual, and eternally significant.
Alpharetta First Baptist Church 44 Academy St., Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-475-6556 ›› www.fbca.com Beliefs: The Bible – Inspired by God without error. God – Everlasting. Exists in three persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Jesus – Born of a virgin, fully God and fully man. The Holy Spirit – Sent to live within believers, sealing them for eternal life. Man – Born in fellowship with God, but sin destroyed this relationship. Eternity – Jesus will return to reign as Lord.
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St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church 13560 Cogburn Rd., Milton, GA 30004 770-521-0207 ›› www.staidans.org They are a warm, friendly, and loving group of modern-day followers of Jesus the Christ. They seek to know Christ and make Christ known in the world. Your faith background and tradition doesn’t matter — what matters is that you seek to share in worship and in our communal life together as the body of Christ.
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LOCAL > CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Town Events for Alpharetta and Milton!
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“7 Acre BarnGrill has great specialty drinks like the mule, Gin Raspberry Fizz and white sangria, along with specials of the day. Enjoy the front porch, the dining room or the barn
MARCH SHAMROCKIN’ FOR A CURE To help raise funds for Cystic Fibrosis, we dance the night away to amazing bands, great food and, of course, dancing! A regular ticket includes food, beer, wine, cocktails and giveaways. There is also exciting live and silent auctions where these is something for everyone … trips, dining, adventure, jewelry, gift certificates and a raffle. We hope you can attend! ALPHARETTA FARMERS’ MARKET, SATURDAYS, APRIL–OCTOBER The streets of downtown Alpharetta are filled with local farmers and their ample supply of fresh veggies and fruits to your new local small business owners and local artists. Come early – it all ends at noon each Saturday! 46 BeLocal
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ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY, THURSDAYS, MAY–OCTOBER Kicking off the weekend early is a must for us that live here! We like to mark our calendar so that every Thursday evening we can come out and meet some of the local shop owners, select a variety of good food from the rotating trucks each week, listen to live music in the streets and enjoy the night under the stars with friends and family. We hope you will join us!
the whole family.” – Debbie C.
BROOK STREET PARK SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, MAY–SEPTEMBER 2 Park Plaza Alpharetta, GA 30009 If music is your passion, we hope you will enjoy our night life of music. Bring a blanket, a picnic and enjoy a laid back kind of night! It’s all free, and kids are welcome. ALPHARETTA BREW MOON FEST, JUNE AND OCTOBER On Milton Avenue in Alpharetta If you like to dance, if you like to listen to music, if you like to have a variety of brews, and if you like to do all of this under the stars ... then we will see you there! 2021
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MAY ALPHARETTA ARTS STREET FEST www.eventeny.com/ events/Alpharetta-Arts-Streetfest-324 Around the last weekend in May/Memorial weekend, your creative minds will be able to explore the local artists that come from across the county. Original artwork, whimsical, pottery, you name it! Please check out their website for further details!
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CELEBRATE FREEDOM RODEO Wills Park Equestrian Center 11915 Wills Rd. Alpharetta, GA Come for a fun festival day at Wills Park! From funnel cakes to kids’ activities, this rodeo includes bull and trick riding, roping and more! We hope to see you there. The rodeo normally starts around 7:30pm with the gates opening at 6pm. TASTE OF ALPHARETTA 5-10pm Downtown Alpharetta Milton Avenue and Roswell Street Are you a foodie or are you a want-to-be? Here you will find an array of culinary magic! Over 60 Alpharetta restaurants participate in this fantastic day, so bring your appetites and your wanting taste buds for a savory, sweet, spicy day! Admission is free; you may buy food tickets on site for $0.05 each ... restaurants participating will not accept cash (tickets only)! Enjoy!
JUNE ALPHARETTA BREW MOON FEST On Milton Avenue in downtown Alpharetta is our annual brew fest with live music in the streets. For your comfort, bring your blankets or chairs, and enjoy this family day! Beer and food is available for your purchase.
JULY FOURTH OF JULY Wills Park Community Center Lawn 11915 Wills Rd. Alpharetta, GA Celebrating the freedom of America, you will find a great celebration at Wills Park! The festivities start at 6pm; no pets allowed for this event (sorry). The food vendors will be there for your hunger needs, 6-10pm (cash only). WALKING PARADE The parade starts at 10:30am at the Broadwell Pavilion in Milton. Dress up your bikes, wagons, golf carts wearing your red, white and blue colorful Independence Day outfits to celebrate our country’s freedom!
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SEPTEMBER EUROPEAN MARKET For two days (rain or shine) you will find this tented market to be a world of exploration! This market of vintage home furnishings, art, handmade jewelry, fashion, gardening and more. Cruise on by, and enter into the European world in your own world! MILTON WINE FESTIVAL The Milton Wine Festival benefits Children’s Charities raising money to fund an all-inclusive play park equipment, programs and services in the City of Milton to benefit community children. The park will provide a fun and safe experience for children with all abilities and disabilities.
LOCAL TIP
“I enjoy walking around downtown Alpharetta, people and dog watching! We are a very dog-friendly community, and dogs are welcome almost everywhere.” – Sandy H.
OCTOBER
DECEMBER
CRABAPPLE ANNUAL FEST Usually the first Saturday in October, in this festival you will find antiques and a little bit of live music in downtown Crabapple! More than 100 local vendors will be here offering you their handmade products for you to treasure! CARVIN’ IN CRABAPPLE Located at 12615 Broadwell Rd. at Broadwell Pavilion, Bring Your Own pumpkin, they’ll provide all the tools you’ll need for carving or painting your very own spooky creation for Halloween! Stay to enjoy the complimentary crafts, games, face painting and refreshments provided. WIRE AND WOOD ALPHARETTA MUSIC FESTIVAL Wander the streets of Alpharetta listening to the songs and the stories of the musicians. The Wire and Wood Alpharetta Music Festival takes places at multiple venues throughout downtown Alpharetta, making this a beloved, family-friendly, weekend event. SCARECROW HARVEST Don’t be spooked, but as you walk through the streets in downtown Alpharetta, you will find about 115 scarecrows that are a representation of the businesses, families, schools and neighborhoods.
A SEASON OF CELEBRATION Come into City Center with your holiday cheer. Meet Santa, and be amazed by the wonder of colored lights, holiday windows and other activities during this perfect season. Make those memories that will last forever! Merry Christmas and happy New Year from our family to yours! CHRISTMAS IN CRABAPPLE In early December in historic downtown Crabapple, the tree lighting happens at dusk with holiday singa-longs, caroling, s’mores, crafts and hot cocoa! Come join in! PANCAKES WITH SANTA Wear your PJ’s if you’d like as this December event at Fire Station 43, located at 750 Hickory Flat Rd., hosts Santa and all the pancakes and bacon you can eat! Now, they don’t have a professional photographer, so bring your own camera for longlasting family memories you will enjoy for a lifetime!
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