Happy everything
Apr. 4 — I always love when Easter and Passover overlap — it makes the season feel even more special. And since Ramadan recently concluded, it’s a meaningful time for many. No matter what you celebrate, we hope this season brings you joy.
☔️ It looks like Saturday will be the best day for outdoor plans, with increased chances of rain on Sunday. You may want to move those Easter egg hunts indoors.
🐣 Sandy Springs Artsapalooza takes place this weekend, including an Easter egg hunt with more than 10,000 eggs!
👨🏼🌾 The Sandy Springs Farmers Market returns this weekend. You’ll find more details including the full list of vendors here.
🥕 Rough Draft dining editor Beth McKibben has the full report on all the farmers markets around town. And every week, Sammie Purcell shares what’s in season at the farmers markets and provides recipes highlighting the produce in our Side Dish newsletter.
🥳 Saturday is the 15th annual celebration of 404 Day, named after Atlanta’s first area code. We have lots of ways you can celebrate around the metro area.
SANDY SPRINGS SNAPSHOT: The Sandy Springs Fire Department joined in on some April Fool’s Day fun by announcing it’s first-ever amphibious ladder truck for those dreaded water-related fires.
Have a good weekend!
The Rough Draft team
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Student brings gun to North Springs High School
🚨 North Springs High School avoided a scare this week after a student brought a gun to campus. North Springs High School Principal Scott Hanson said police immediately responded and located the weapon without incident.
In an email to parents just after 3 p.m. on March 31, Hanson said the students involved in bringing the weapon to campus will be disciplined and may face criminal charges.
Before the seizure of the weapon, Hanson said several individuals alerted school administration that a student might have a gun on campus. School officials have not said where the firearm was located or how many students were involved.
🏫 Read Hayden’s full report on the incident.
Insider’s Guide to The Masters Tournament at Lake Oconee
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⛳ Conveniently located halfway between Atlanta and Augusta, Lake Oconee offers an unforgettable experience during Masters week. From luxurious lodging to savoring a delectable meal, there are plenty of ways to indulge during your stay.
🏌🏼 For golf lovers, the area’s six stunning courses provide the perfect opportunity to test your skills while soaking in the beauty of Greene County.
⛳ Lake Oconee is the ideal destination to make the most of Masters week. Find your reason to linger a little longer.
Sandy Springs Council of Neighborhoods outlines new plan process
🏡 The Sandy Springs Council of Neighborhoods introduced attendees of its recent annual meeting to the significance of the 2027 Comprehensive Plan process, one of the most direct forms of civic participation available to residents. The process creates the city’s long-range visions, aligning with changing demographic or economic conditions.
Georgia cities are required by state law to update their land-use plans every five years to remain eligible for state and federal grants. While the process does not change zoning, it does allow cities to prioritize what they want future development to look like.
Council of Neighborhoods President Rhonda Smith (pictured) said she was a new member of the citywide advocacy group during the last rewrite in 2017. “I found out a lot about what the city is about and what our residents want,” Smith said. “It was very enlightening, and I think we adopted a great plan.”
👉🏼 Read more about the recent Council of Neighborhoods meeting.
The Drake Closet in Sandy Springs provides thrifting for a cause
👗 The latest issue of Rough Draft in Print will hit your mailboxes soon. This month’s publication focuses on clothing sustainability, includng The Drake Closet, a Sandy Springs thrift boutique that funds programming for women and children facing homelessness.
🛍️ Read Logan C. Ritchie’s story to learn more about thrifting, consignment stores, and upcycling.
Also, check out these other thrift and consignment stores in Sandy Springs:
✅ Community Assistance Center Thrift Shop
✅ Labels Resale Boutique
✅ Now & Again
✅ Plato’s Closet
What’s it Worth?
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What’s doin’ around Sandy Springs
🦆 April 4: Birds of Georgia Field Trip at Morgan Falls Overlook Park
🏹 April 4:Atlanta Parent’s Camp Expo at City Springs
👾 April 4:Riftbound Fun Days at Battle & Brew
🦢 April 7:World Ballet Company: Swan Lake at Sandy Springs Performing Arts Center
🥋 April 8:Tai Chi at City Springs (mulitple dates)
🐷 April 9:Peppa Pig: My First Concert at City Springs (multiple dates)
The Sports Section
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SCORE ATLANTA
⚾️ BOYS BASEBALL
- Holy Innocents’ (15-6): Tuesday @ Lovett (15-6)
- Lovett (15-6): Tuesday vs. Holy Innocents’ (15-6)
- Mt. Vernon (10-7): Tuesday vs. Mt. Pisgah Christian (6-12)
- North Springs (7-17): April 10 vs. TBD (Tournament)
- Pace Academy (13-10): Monday vs. Tucker (7-14)
- Riverwood (9-15): Friday @ Lassiter (11-11) (Doubleheader)
- Westminster (5-14): Tuesday vs. Tucker (7-14)
🥍 BOYS LACROSSE
- Holy Innocents’ (4-7): April 9 vs. Wesleyan (7-3)
- Lovett (11-1): Tuesday vs. Mt. Vernon (8-1)
- Mt. Vernon (8-1): Tuesday @ Lovett (11-1)
- Pace Academy (7-5): Tuesday vs. Woodward Academy (9-3)
- Riverwood (10-6): April 21 vs. Lanier (7-7)
- Westminster (4-6): April 9 vs. Lovett (11-1)
🥍 GIRLS LACROSSE
- Holy Innocents’ (6-4): Wednesday @ Marist (4-5)
- Lovett (9-4): April 14 vs. Allatoona (8-3)
- North Springs (5-9): April 17 vs. Collins Hill (0-9)
- Pace Academy (7-6): April 9 @ Wesleyan (7-3)
- Riverwood (8-6): April 15 vs. Chamblee (8-4)
- Westminster (4-6): April 9 vs. Columbus (0-7)
⚽️ BOYS SOCCER
- Holy Innocents’ (9-4): Wednesday vs. Wesleyan (5-8)
- Lovett (8-4): Wednesday @ Woodward Academy (8-3)
- Mt. Vernon (7-2): Tuesday @ Bradwell Institute (6-8)
- North Springs (6-8): April 14 vs. Callaway (10-4)
- Pace Academy (9-5): April 10 @ Woodward Academy (8-3)
- Riverwood (9-5): April 13 vs. Lovett (8-4)
- Westminster (4-9): Tuesday @ Johnson-Gainesville (11-1)
⚽️ GIRLS SOCCER
- Holy Innocents’ (11-2): Wednesday vs. Wesleyan (12-1)
- Lovett (9-2): Wednesday @ Woodward Academy (8-3)
- Mt. Vernon (5-4-2): Tuesday @ Bradwell Institute (5-9)
- North Springs (7-4): April 14 vs. Callaway (9-5)
- Pace Academy (8-5): Tuesday vs. Marist (12-0)
- Riverwood (14-0): Friday @ Pope (9-4)
- Westminster (9-3): April 11 vs. Buford (7-6)
School records don’t include April 2 matches.
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