🌱 Bomb Threat At Local Preschool + IrishFest 2022 + Santa's Coming

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• Fulton County announces honor orchestra inductees.
• The plane crash victims have been identified.
• Discussions of upcoming city projects are at an annual luncheon.

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Here are the top three stories in Roswell today:

1. A bomb threat was made at The Goddard School on Holcomb Bridge Road in Roswell on Thursday, October 3. The Roswell Police Department responded to the call and evacuated the entire preschool as an explosive ordnance detection canine team completed a safety sweep of the premises. Police shut down Holcomb Bridge Road in both directions near the school while the investigation was underway. Police gave the all-clear around 10:05 AM and students and staff were given permission to return to the facility. No additional information about the threat or who made it were given at this time. (11alive.com)
2. The two people who were killed in the plane crash in Alpharetta earlier this week were a well-known local dentist, his wife and their beloved golden retriever. The couple was coming from Jekyll Island and the airplane was cleared to approach into the Dekalb-Peachtree Airport. The plane then descended, disappeared from radar and no distress calls were sent out. The wreckage has been removed from the site. The National Transportation Safety Board is to release a preliminary report on the incident within the next two to three weeks. It could take at least a year for the final report to be released. (WSB Atlanta)
3. IrishFest Atlanta is this upcoming weekend and the festival will has tons to offer. This two-day extravaganza will celebrate Irish culture. This will be the 10th year celebration of IrishFest Atlanta. Teresa Finley is the director of the festival, she says, “We have a great diaspora across the US of Irish, and so much talent in music and dancing right here in the States, but I feel it’s really important for us to maintain a strong connection to Ireland.” There will be tons of Irish dancing, food, entertainment and music. The festival will even feature traditional Donegal music, an Irish Kayleigh and a whiskey tasting. This event is for the entire family and will be held in historic Downtown Roswell and November 4 and 5. (wabe.org)

Today in Roswell:

• Little Leapers: For Kids On The Grow - Sky Zone Trampoline Park (10:00 AM)
• Visual Artist Showcase: Anne Nielsen - Roswell Cultural Arts Center (10:00 AM)
• On The Line--Exclusive Atlanta Showing at Aurora Cineplex-Nov 4th week (10:00 AM)
• Holiday Craft Market (12:00 PM)
• I'm Totally Fine--Exclusive Atlanta Showing at Aurora Cineplex (1:00 PM)
• IrishFest Atlanta 2022 - Downtown Roswell(2:00 PM)
• Open Anvil: Blacksmithing and Blades - Art Center West (5:00 PM)
• D&D Spelljammer Campaign - Caffeinated Gamers (6:00 PM)
• Concert of Prayer - Zion Missionary Baptist Church (7:00 PM)
• Theatre for Young Audiences Show : Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (7:00 PM)
• Varsity Football @ Alpharetta - Roswell (7:30 PM)
• The Turn of the Screw - Roswell Cultural Arts Center (8:00 PM)
• The Orange Wallas - Mac McGee Roswell(9:00 PM)
• Hot Flash Live! (9:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell Police Department: Santa will be coming to the Roswell Police Department to take photos with the children in the city. The police department has teamed up with the Friends of Roswell Police to bring us an extra special day. You will need to sign up to save a spot for your photo. Santa will be in town on Saturday, November 12. (Roswell Police Department via Facebook)
• Roswell Inc: The annual Roswell Real Estate and Development Outlook Luncheon took place on Thursday November 3. Upcoming city project were discussed. The City of Roswell's Economic Development Director, Darryl Connelly, discussed the master planning of the Holcomb Bridge & Hwy 9 intersection as well as Holcomb Bridge & GA-400 corridor project. (Roswell Inc via Instagram)
• Hembree Springs Elementary: James Dean, the author and illustrator of Pete the Cat books, visited Hembree Springs ES in Roswell on Thursday. He used his time to motivate the students the importance of learning and growing. (Hembree Springs Elementary via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: The City of Roswell featured another Nonprofit Partner. North Fulton Community Charities (NFCC) was founded in 1983 and offers aid, programs, and services to help fight against housing and food insecurity. They give service to thousands of residents in five cities in North Fulton . In order to prepare for #GivingTuesday on November 29, Roswell will be highlighting organizations that are part of Roswell’s Nonprofit Partnership Program. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Roswell HS Orchestra: Five members from the Roswell HS orchestra have been accepted into the 2022 Fulton County Honor Orchestra. Congratulations go to Daniel-Bass, John-Violin, Chloe-Violin, Izzy-Violin, Liam-Bass for this acclaimed achievement. (Roswell HS Orchestra via Twitter)
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Events:

• Roswell HS Cross Country (Top 10) - State Meet (November 5)
• Marching Band Competition @ Milton (November 5)
• Author visit with Wanda Morris (November 5)
• IrishFest Atlanta 2022 (November 5)
• We Light Up the Night (November 5)
• Grandiose Grape Wine Festival (November 5)
• Fairy Garden Magic Wands (November 5)
• Walk at Roswell Area Park (November 5)
• Family Fall Festival At Eagles Nest Church (November 6)
• Intuitive Painting Classes - Ignite the Healing Power of Your Creative Process (November 7)
• Free ESL Class (November 7)
• Virtual Book Discussion with Wanda Morris (November 8)
• Wine Education Series - Italian Varietals (November 9)
• Story time with Ms. Heather (November 10)
• Needlecrafters (November 10)
• Photos with Santa Benefitting Sunshine on a Ranney Day (November 12)
• Electronics Recycle Drive at CMoA (November 12)
• Atlanta Dance Company presents Babes in Toyland (November 18)
• A Handmade Holiday Pop-up (November 18)
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You're all caught up for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Jessica Griffin

About me: My name is Jessica Griffin and I am a native of Roswell, Georgia. I have been in the Roswell-Alpharetta community for over 30 years. As a native "Roswellian", I embody, participate, and support all things local. Community is at the core of all of us, and I aim to convey the collectiveness and unity that should be promoted and celebrated throughout our community. Being a mother, a writer, a student of history, and the arts are my passions.

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