🌱 Experience The Open Mind Center + The ArtAround: Pathways Festival

Welcome back, Roswell! I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including news on...

• The best Italian food is in Roswell.
• The 2023 Roswell Reads author has been announced.
• Check out Roswell's Slip N Slide Extravaganza.

But first, today's weather: Intervals of clouds and sun. High: 85 Low: 63.

Here are the top stories in Roswell today:

1. Eclipse Over Roswell is one of the most popular metaphysical shops in town. They offer items and materials meant for spiritual development and healing. One of the most common misconceptions about the shop is that it's a place to go to find "manipulative" spells. However, the store's co-owner, Azalea Johns, said the staff is" focused on internal light and connecting it to source energy." They mostly sell crystals, candles, herbs and jewelry. They are also about education. In-house and guest practitioners teach classes and host meditation and reading sessions. The owners want to spread the word that Eclipse Over Roswell focuses on the pillars of love, faith, and hope. (Appen Media)
2. If you're looking to find the best Italian food in the entire Metro area, you do not have to leave Roswell to do so. Osteria Mattone in the Canton Street District has been named the number one Italian restaurant in Atlanta. Osteria Mattone offers Roman-style Italian cuisine and an impressive wine selection. The eatery definitely lives up to their name, as “osteria” is a place to savor "great wine and simple food." Each year, since 2013, their wine list alone has won awards. This is another example of how Roswell's culinary scene is continuing to create the standard in the Atlanta food and beverage industry. (MSN)
3. The Roswell Arts Fund and the City of Roswell have partnered up to bring an outdoor art festival to town. The festival, titled "ArtAround: Pathways" will be held at Don White Park from mid-June to the end of September. Public and performing arts displays will be positioned along the trail at the park. The exhibits will exemplify the "interplay of art and nature." The Roswell Arts Fund will present the list of participating artist and performers at a later date. (Appen Media)

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Today in Roswell:

• First Friday Outdoor Painting Class — Mimosa Hall (10:00 AM)
• Music at Gigi's Playhouse — Gigi's Playhouse Roswell (11:00 AM)
• Bussinjerkatl Food Truck — Variant Brewery (4:00 PM)
• Reels and Wheels — Riverside Park (5:00 PM)
• Jazz Jam at Bambinelli's — Bambinelli's Italian Restaurant (6:00 PM)
• Special Friends Movie Night — RISE coffee & tea (6:30 PM)
• Live Acoustic Show w/ Spencer Smith — Saucy Roswell (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell Police Department: On Wednesday, May 31, many officers with the Roswell PD completed a CrossFit workout called the “Murph” Workout. This fitness course is done annually to honor Navy Lt. Michael Murphy; he was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2005. This workout tribute is normally done on or around Memorial Day. (Roswell Police Department via Facebook)
• Roswell, Georgia Recreation and Parks: Roswell's Slip N Slide Extravaganza will take place on June 10. Tickets must be purchased in advance in order to participate. One hour time slots are available for reservation. Visit the Roswell365 website for more information regarding registration and the location. (Roswell, Georgia Recreation and Parks via Instagram)
• Roswell Reads: The 2023 Roswell Reads author has been chosen by Roswell Reads, the Roswell Cultural Arts Center, and Bookmiser New & Used Books. William Kent Krueger is a renowned writer and a New York Times bestselling author. He will be in Roswell on Friday, Sept. 29 and Saturday, Sept. 30 to talk about his most recent novel, "The River We Remember." (Roswell Reads via Facebook)
• Roswell Police Department: The "Cops on Donut Shops" fundraising event is back. Officers with the Roswell PD will be at two Dunkin' Donut locations in Roswell today, June 2 to raise money for Special Olympics Georgia. Join them at 775 Holcomb Bridge Road or 1590 Holcomb Bridge Road this morning to help raise money for this special group. (Roswell Police Department via Facebook)

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— 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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