🌱 Opportunities To Volunteer + Metal Shop Theft + Missing Roswell Man

Hello all. It's me, Jessica Griffin, your host of the Roswell Daily. Keep reading for everything you need to know about what's going on this Monday in Roswell. Today you'll read about these stories and more...

• A local church celebrates its 175th anniversary.
• Bulloch and Mimosa Hall are decorated for the holiday season.
• A race raises mental health awareness.

But first, today's weather:

Partly cloudy. Winds at 10 to 15 mph with a chance of rain at night. High: 53 Low: 41.

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Here are the top five stories in Roswell today:

1. There are various nonprofits in Roswell that could use volunteers, especially during this holiday season. If you’re looking for opportunities to volunteer and do service work, the city has a central resource to find local organizations who are in need. The Volunteer Roswell webpage provides a list of different ways to help that are posted by nonprofit partners and the City of Roswell. Tis' the season of giving, and in preparation of #GivingTuesday on November 29, the community is urged to take advantage of chances to give back. Visit the city's webpage to find chances to provide aid during this time of year gratefulness and giving. (facebook.com)
2. Pleasant Hill Church, a historically Black church that was founded by slaves, celebrated its 175th anniversary on Sunday, November 13. The church was founded by two enslaved brothers, Burl and Alex Hembree, in 1847. They were enslaved by the Hembree family. There was a special service on Sunday that commemorated this historical milestone. Officials from the city and Mayor Kurt Wilson were in attendance. The pastor of Pleasant Hill Church, Reverend Dr. Sabin Strickland, grew up across the street from the current location of the church and began pastoring there in 1996. The church moved to its current location on Pleasant Hill Street in 1922. “It’s certainly something to be a part of a ministry that goes back so far,” Pastor Strickland said of the church. The almost 650 member congregation still feels and connects to the church's deep history. ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
3. A local business that is located on the Roswell-Alpharetta boarder was recently burglarized and reported to police. Thieves broke into North Fulton Metals on N. Fulton Industrial Blvd. in Alpharetta and stole catalytic converters from the warehouse. The Alpharetta Police Department believe the theft occurred between October 29 and October 31. The department reports that the thieves cut four holes into the wall of the warehouse to gain entry into the establishment. Eight catalytic converters were stolen from the premises. The owners do not know who could have committed this crime, but stated that another one of their warehouses in College Park was also burglarized in a similar way. Security camera footage is said to have recorded the incident, but was not shared with the Alpharetta PD when the report was made. (appenmedia.com)
4. Here's another reminder that the residential drop off location at the the city’s Solid Waste Transfer Station will be closed until January 3 for construction upgrades. The site is located at 1802 Hembree Rd. and is normally available for residents of Roswell to dispose of extra garbage and/or bulky items. Now they will have to make other plans to do so. In the meantime, Roswell’s large item pickup program is available to schedule the collection of these types of items. A pick up can be scheduled with the city and the items will be collected on your regular curbside sanitation collection days. The city will not accept chemicals or construction/demolition debris. The Solid Waste Customer Service line is open to answer any questions or concerns. ( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
5. The Roswell Police are searching for a 64-year-old Indian male who went missing near Riverside Road and Dogwood Road in Roswell. He was last seen on Friday, November 11 around 9:00 PM after being medically evaluated by an ambulance and then released. He was wearing a blue Adidas jacket with white stripes on the front and the word "France" on the back in white, black pants and gray and white sneakers. The elderly man may be confused as he suffers from dementia. The police department reported him still missing on the evening of Sunday, November 13. The Roswell PD asked to be contacted if you happen to encounter this described individual. (facebook.com)

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Today in Roswell:

• Thanksgiving Take Away Crafts - Roswell Public Library (10:00 AM)
• Special Exhibit: Naturally Artistic - Chattahoochee Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• Monday Chair Yoga - East Roswell Library (11:00 AM)
• Lego Play - East Roswell Library (3:30 PM)
• Fancy Cutting Certification - Jacob K Hair (4:00 PM)
• Roswell Arts Fund Art and Ale - Gate City Brewing Company (6:00 PM)
• Free ESL Class - Roswell Public Library (6:00 PM)
• Roswell HS JV Flag Football @ West Forsyth (7:00 PM)
• Mayor and Council Regular Meeting- East Roswell Park Rec Center (7:00 PM)
• Relax & Release…An Evening of Self-care - The Well of Roswell (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Roswell Woman's Club: The Roswell Woman's Club has begun to usher in the 2022 holiday season. The RWC's Historical Committee has continued its tradition of decorating an historic home in downtown. The normally ornate Bulloch Hall will be decorated with the holiday spirit, but this is the first year the group has also decorated Mimosa Hall. (The Roswell Woman's Club via Twitter)

• City of Roswell: The Roswell Recycling Center is offering free tours to celebrate National Recycling Day. You can tour the facility and learn about all that the recyling center does and the items it accepts. National Recycling Day is on November 19. Registration is required for the tour. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)

• Roswell Youth Lacrosse: The Run for the Mind 5K will take place on November 30 at Roswell Area Park. This race will be held in support of mental health awareness. Walkers and runners alike are welcome. (Roswell Youth Lacrosse via Facebook)
• Catlanta, Atlanta Street Artist: This newly decorated electrical box sits outside of Centennial High School. This wrapped box is a part of The Roswell Arts' electrical box project. There are 9 other painted boxes in this collection and can be found around the city. (Catlanta via Twitter)
• The Roswell Arts Fund: Sign up today to join the Roswell Arts Fund's mailing list. You will receive news and alerts about their events, installations throughout the city and behind-the-scenes information. It offers unique and exciting ways to enjoy the arts in the city of Roswell. (The Roswell Arts Fund via Instagram)
• North Fulton Community Charities: NFCC is helping low-income households pay their energy bills by offering an energy assistance program. According to last year's Census data, 44 million renters were behind on utility bills. This increases the possibility of families not being able to pay rent and risk eviction. To fight this issue, North Fulton Community Charities has partnered with FACAA to offer LiHEAP utility assistance. (North Fulton Community Charities via Twitter)

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Events:

• Centennial HS JV Boys & Girls BB @ Cherokee (November 15)
• Public Safety and Public Works Committee Meeting (November 15)
• Admin and Finance/Recreation and Parks Committee Meeting (November 15)
• Roswell HS Varsity Girls Basketball vs Chamblee (November 15)
• Roswell HS Flag Football @ Fellowship Christian School (November 15)
• Special Called Neighborhood Meeting (November 15)
• Roswell HS Varsity Boys Basketball vs Chamblee (November 15)
• Planning Commission Regular Meeting (November 15)
• Art Class with Sharon Crumley (November 16)
• Centennial HS Flag Football @ Johns Creek (November 16)
• Preschool Storytime (November 16)
• Transportation Advisory Commission Meeting (November 16)
• ESL Conversation Class (November 16)
• Thursday Chair Yoga (November 17)
• Needlecrafters (November 17)
• Development Authority of Roswell Meeting (November 17)
• A Handmade Holiday Pop-up (November 18)
• Midday Book Club (November 18)
• Atlanta Dance Company presents Babes in Toyland (November 18)
• Meet the Robotics Eagles from Milton High School at CMoA (November 19)
• Movie Magic Concert, Clinton Smith conducting (November 19)
• Centennial HS Varsity Boys BB--Bronco Showcase (November 19)
• A Handmade Holiday Pop-up (November 19)
• Walk with a Doc (November 19)
• Atlanta Dance Company presents Babes in Toyland (November 19)
• America Recycles Day at the Recycling Center (November 19)
• Roswell HS Wrestling @ Buford (November 19)
• Roswell HS Swim Team Regional Meet @ Cobb Central (November 19)
• Backspace Does Not Erase:Learn How Typewriters Lead Us to the Computer Age (November 23)
• Running of the Turkeys 5k (November 24)
• Backspace Does Not Erase: Learn How Typewriters Lead Us to the Computer Age (November 25)
• Roswell Youth Theatre presents Shrek JR. (December 2)

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You're all caught up for today. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with a new 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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