🌱Details On Holly Hill Purchase + Recycling Center Reminders

Hey, Roswell! I'm here in your inbox this weekend to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town, including updates on:

• Tickets are still available for Roswell Holiday Lineup
• Roswell's holiday hours
• Former Hornet tranfers to Michigan State

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Times of clouds and sun. High: 48 Low: 28.
• Sunday: Plenty of sunshine. High: 47 Low: 24.

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Here are the top three stories in Roswell today:

1. The Roswell City Council voted on the $1.5 million purchase of a historic home built circa 1845. The home was owned by a cotton grower from Savannah, Robert Adams Lewis. His wife, Catharine Barrington Cooke, was a niece of Roswell King. The mayor said that this purchase will warrant a "renewed focus on Roswell’s historic assets." The city's goal is to make Roswell a destination for historical tourism and to generate revenue for the city. This 4,000 square-foot home comes with 1.76 acres of land. The previous owners, Lewis and Nancy Gray, purchased the property in 1984, and a complete restoration was done during that time. City officials said the proposed purchase price was below the appraisal and market value of the house. ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
2. Another former Roswell athlete is making waves in the college football world. Tyneil Hopper was once a member of the Roswell Hornet football team and a three-star player. Hopper is currently transferring from Boise State to Michigan State to be added as the third tight end on the team. Hopper announced the transfer, and pledged his commitment to Michigan State on his social media page on Thursday, December 15. Hopper comes to Michigan State with an impressive record, he finished last year's season with 13 catches for 108 yards. (247sports.com)
3. The City of Roswell Recycling Center is reminding residents of what items can be recycled in a curbside container and which items cannot be placed in the bins. The center will continue taking common paper items such as newspapers, junk mail, broken-down boxes, paper grocery bags and magazines. They will also allow glass food and beverage containers, various plastic containers and cartons, as well as aluminum, steel, bi-metal cans. Plastic bags, light bulbs, ceramics, paint and certain metal items are just some of the items that it will not collect from curbside bins. There is a complete list of prohibited items on the center's website. (roswellgov.com)

Today and tomorrow in Roswell:

Saturday, December 17

• Walk with a Doc - Leita Thompson Memorial Park (8:30 AM)
• 2nd Annual Get Your Second Wind 5K - Riverside Park (8:30 AM)
• Swim Team Whoville Meet @ Adairsville (10:00 AM)
• Children's Healthcare ATL Ghostbusters Toy Drive - Aurora Cineplex (10:00 AM)
• Holiday Yoga Pop-Up - Pinkie's Up Beer and Wine (10:00 AM)
• Avatar: The Way of Water in 3-D and 2-D on the Big Screen at Aurora Cineplex (10:00 AM)
• $ 3.00 Winter Family Flick--Polar Express at Aurora Cineplex (10:00 AM)
• Open-Hearth Cooking & Living History w/ Clarissa Clifton -Smith Plantation (10:00 AM)
• Trouble in Toyland w/ Lee Bryan "That Puppet Guy" - Cultural Arts Center (10:00 AM)
• Wreaths Across America Commemoration Ceremony -Roswell Presbyterian (12:00 PM)
• 2nd Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Crawl - Downtown Roswell Bars (2:00 PM)
• Santa Paws Photos -Deep Roots Wine Market (2:00 PM)
• Roswell Dance Starz Presents: "The Grinch Remixed" - Cultural Arts Center (3:00 PM)
• Dragonlance Shadow of the Dragon Queen: New Campaign - Caffeinated Gamers (4:00 PM)
• Roswell Dance Starz Presents: "The Grinch Remixed" - Cultural Arts Center (7:00 PM)
• Winter Family Night Hike -Chattahoochee Nature Center (7:00 PM)
• CRAZY HANUKKAH - Crazy Love Coffee House (7:00 PM)
• Musi’Cafe features Bill Hart & Friends - Ground & Pound Coffee (7:30 PM)
• Dinner & Laughs Comedy Night - From The Earth Brewing Company (8:00 PM)
• Rock Force Live @ Rock N' Taco (9:30 PM)

Sunday, December 18

• Free Photos with Mr. and Mrs. Clause - Roswell Town Square (2:00 PM)
• Ugly Sweater Holiday Party - Deep Roots Wine Market (2:00 PM)
• "The Nutcracker" by Metropolitan Ballet Theatre - Blessed Trinity HS (2:00 PM)
• 17th Annual Messiah Sing-Along - Roswell United Methodist Church (3:00 PM)
• The Roswell Music Club Christmas Special - Mimosa Hall (3:30 PM)
• Christmas at First: A Music Presentation - First Baptist Roswell Church (6:00 PM)
• Music Bingo — From the Earth Brewing Company (6:30 PM)
• "Holly Dolly Christmas" featuring Katie Deal (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Georgia Athletic Coaches Association (GACA) is looking for a new head football coach for a local high school. Blessed Trinity High School in Roswell is in need of a head coach for the 2022-2023 school year. The school is currently accepting applications for this position. (The Georgia Athletic Coaches Association via Twitter)
• Esther Jackson Elementary PTA: Talk about spreading some holiday cheer! The Esther Jackson PTA were able to give holiday gifts to all the staff members at the elementary school. The PTA put together a nice package with an EJ tote bag and a box filled with treats from Buff City Soap. (Esther Jackson Elementary PTA via Facebook)
• City of Roswell posted its holiday-related hours for city services and departments. The City of Roswell will be closed from Monday, December 26 through Monday, January 2. Officials also reminded residents that trash and recycling pick-ups will continue as scheduled. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Visit Roswell: The lineup of holiday performances are in full swing at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. There are a variety of performances and shows this month. Tickets are on sale now for the Winter Puppet Series, the Roswell Dance Starz' performance of "The Grinch Remixed," "A Holly Dolly Christmas" concert and much more. (Visit Roswell Georgia via Instagram)
• River Eves ES: Future scientist and engineers may be among the 5th grade class at River Eves Elementary. Using their understanding circuits and how they work, 5th grade students made banana pianos, paper circuits and snap circuits. Way to go Eagles! (River Eves via Twitter)
• Roswell Recreation & Parks: The Parks & Recreation Department wants to notify visitors of the Roswell Area Park that the tennis court restrooms are currently closed. The restrooms under repair; other restrooms in the park will remain opened for use. The city will give an update once the repairs are complete and the facilities are reopened. (Roswell Recreation & Parks via Facebook)

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Events:

• Chanukah Storytime & Craft at the Roswell Library (December 19)
• Winter Break Guided Hike (December 19)
• Free ESL Classes at the Roswell Library (December 19)
• City of Roswell Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting (December 20)
• Winter Puppet Series: The Frisch Marionettes presents Holiday Punch (December 20)
• Noonday Nosh Book Club at the Roswell Library (December 20)
• Cheese & Charcuterie Workshop (December 21)
• In-Between Seasons Tournament at Gate City Brewing (December 21)
• Acoustic set with DENI @ Rock N' Taco Roswell (December 21)
• Gate City Brewing Comedy Night (December 22)
• Roswell Ghost Tour: Roswell Visitor's Center (December 23)
• Christmas Eve--Puss in Boots: The Last Wish-Playing at Aurora Cineplex (December 24)
• Eclipse Over Psychic Fair(December 24)
• 10th Annual Christmas Eve Fun Run and Cookie Exchange (December 24)
• Christmas Eve Service - Northside Church (December 24)
• Christmas Day--Puss in Boots: The Last Wish-Playing at Aurora Cineplex (December 25)
• Trolls--$ 3.00 Winter Family Flicks at Aurora Cineplex (December 26)
• Acoustic Night with Michael Mendez at rock N' Taco Roswell (December 28)
• Two Day Winter Break Clay Class (December 29)
• Band X at Houck's Grille(December 30)
• New Year's Eve at Gate City Brewing Company (December 31)
• 2023 New Year Celebration with JUSTIN at Rock N' Taco Roswell (December 31)
• New Year’s Eve Bash with Live Music @Ground & Pound Coffee (December 31)
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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you back in your inbox next week with 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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