🌱 Human Trafficking Summit + Resident Scammed Of $145K + Police PSA

Hello, neighbors! I'm back with your new copy of the Roswell Daily. Here's all the community news you need to know right now. Today we'll cover...

• Visit the Enchanted Woodland Trail.
• Vendor applications for the Farmers and Artisans Market 2023 season.
• The Roswell History Museum is now open.

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Here are the top three stories today in Roswell:

1. Dave McCleary is a member of the Roswell Rotary Club and a champion in the fight against human trafficking. In 2017, McCleary organized a candlelight vigil that was led by survivors to raise awareness for the victims of human trafficking. This vigil was held during the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta that year in which 12,000 people attended. His fight to end modern slavery was ignited after hearing a story from a survivor in Roswell. He is on the committee for an upcoming Human Trafficking Summit at the nearby Innovation Academy. This summit will be held on January 21, and will feature many keynote speakers. Georgia First Lady Marty Kemp will be among list of speakers for this free event. (appenmedia.com)
2. The Chattahoochee Nature Center's Enchanted Woodland Trail allows one to escape to a forest of fairies and gnomes. See their forest-intwined homes as you walk along the forest's path. This enchanted display was designed and built by local artist, volunteers from the community, and donors. The Woodland Trail will be open until Tuesday, February 28. General admission into the nature center is required to experience the Enchanted Woodland Trail. (atlantaonthecheap.com)
3. A local woman made a report to the Roswell Police Department that she was a victim of a $145,000 scam. She said she was conned out of the $145,000 via gift cards by a man she met online. The woman said she had been talking to the man online for almost a year and told the Roswell resident that he lost money overseas and need financial help. She offered to send him money, however, he specified that the money be sent in the form of Steam cards. These are gift cards used to purchase online video games. Since that time the woman bought and "sent photos of about $145,000" in Steam gift cards. The case is open and is being investigated by the Roswell Police. (appenmedia.com)

Today in Roswell:

• Historic Preservation Commission Work Session - City Hall (8:30 AM)
• Together Always Exhibit - Roswell Visual Arts Center (10:00 AM)
• Enchanted Woodland Trail - Chattahoochee Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• Sweet Apple Farmers and Artisans Market - World Harvest Church (2:00 PM)
• Downtown Development Authority Meeting - city Hall (3:30 PM)
• Showing of A Man CALLED OTTO - Aurora Cineplex (4:15 PM)
• Create Your Dream Life - RISE coffee & tea (6:00 PM)
• Roswell Recreation Commission Work Session - Adult Recreation Center (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell HS Orchestra: The orchestra department at Roswell HS has begun their donation drive for 2023. They are asking for the community's support in helping them reach their goal for the Roswell Orchestra Donation Drive 2023. There is a link in their post if you are interested in donating to the department. (Roswell HS Orchestra via Twitter)
• Roswell Farmers & Artisans Market: The Farmers and Artisans market are now accepting vendor applications for the 2023 season. Visit their website for details on requirements, rules, and regulations for vendors. (Roswellfam via Instagram)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: The ribbon-cutting for the new Roswell History Museum was on January 11 on the second floor of the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. The museum will be open Wednesdays-Saturdays. The exhibit displays fixed and rotating exhibits that tell the deep and intricate history of Roswell. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• Roswell Historical Society: In addition to the grand opening of the Roswell History Museum, the Historical Society also installed new officers for the new term. They bid farewell to their former President, Kevin Bamfordand, who worked diligently to open this new museum. Judy Meer was welcomed as the society's new president. (Roswell Historical Society via Instagram)
• Roswell, Georgia Police Department: Roswell Police have advised the public that their has been an increase of Entering Auto reports made within the past few days. They are encouraging residents to remember to lock car doors, remove valuables from your car, and to hide items that can't be taken with you. (Roswell Police Department via Facebook)
• Roswell Arts Fund: The Roswell Arts Fund has a directory that lists local artist in the area. Artist are encouraged to list their business in their directory. It is free to signup and to search for local artist. (The Roswell Arts Fund via Instagram)
• Roswell Inc: Did you know that Roswell has a total of 16 new car dealerships? Our city is one of the most concentrated area of car dealerships in the Metro area. Aside from cars Roswell also host with luxury automotive and motorsports dealers due to the demand of residents, not only in Georgia, but throughout the Southeast. (Roswell Inc via Facebook)

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• Special Friends Art Class at RISE coffee & tea (January 14)
• B.Y.O.M Yoga at Gate City Brewing Company (January 14)
• Kendrick Brothers at Roswell Street (January 15)
• City of Roswell's Adaptive New Year Dance (January 18)
• Pre-K Open House at Temple Beth Tikvah Roswell (January 18)
• Roswell Restaurant Weeks (January 19)
• Gate City Annual Chili Cook Off (January 22)
• Rugby Pre-Season Kickoff & Media Day (January 28)
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That's it 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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