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Hello, neighbors! I'm here with your fresh copy of the Roswell Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's going on locally. Including updates on:

• July book and author events.
• Fall and winter program registration has begun.
• Support Hornets football with a discount card.

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Now, today's weather: Mostly sunny and delightful. High: 89 Low: 65.

Here are the top stories in Roswell today:

1. The newest Eagle Scouts, from the Northern Ridge Boy Scout District, completed their Eagle Board of Review on May 25. This district is encompassed by troops from the cities of Roswell, Alpharetta, John's Creek, and Milton. Two of Roswell's very own Eagle Scouts completed a required construction project and were included in this group. Ian Fox from Troop 356 was sponsored by Fellowship Christian School. Fox built a picnic table and a sunshade sail for the lunch area at King's Academy High School. Jason Lampert is a member of Troop 1486; he was sponsored by North River Baptist Church. Lampert's project consisted of designing and constructing two picnic tables for the church. Fellow scouts and the city congratulate these young men for this achievement. (Appen Media)
2. A section of the Chattahoochee River reopened for public use on Monday, July 9. Officials have cleared the section of the river from Powers Island to the downstream areas of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area for recreational use again. The portion of the river from the Chattahoochee Nature Center to Powers Island will remain closed. On July 6, a representative from the Fulton County Public Works Department reported that 5 out of the 7 areas of the river that they are focusing their efforts on, have shown signs of improvement. A date as to when the remaining sections of the river will open was not given at this time. (WSB-TV)
3. There are several author talks and book events going on in North Fulton and surrounding areas this month. Authors George Weinstein and Kim Conrey will be in nearby Milton on July 22, to discuss some of their previous works such as “Hardscrabble Road” and the sequel, “Return to Hardscrabble Road,” as well as some of their latest works. The pair will also be at Brimstone Restaurant & Tavern on Old Alabama Road on July 25. The Friends of the Roswell Library will also sponsor a book event this month. The group will hold their “Mid-Summer Sale” from Friday, July 28 through Monday, July 31. (Appen Media)

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Today in Roswell:

Tuesday, July 11

• A Ramble in the Garden — Chattahoochee Nature Center (9:00 AM)
• Barefoot Puppets presents "Galapagos George" — Roswell Cultural Arts Center (10:00 AM)
• ESL Conversation Class — East Roswell Library (10:30 AM)
• African Safari Puppet Show w/ Lance Johnson — Roswell Library (11:00 AM)
• Meet the Keeper — Chattahoochee Nature Center (3:00 PM)
• Team Trivia — Lola's Burger and Tequila Bar (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell High School Football: Team 74, with the Roswell HS football department, is currently selling $20 discount cards that can be used at multiple businesses around town. Support the football team and local establishments by purchasing a discount card. You can get your card by visiting the football department's Facebook page. (Roswell High School Football via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Recreation and Parks: Registration for fall and winter programs and athletics are now open. The brochure for course listings can be found online as well. Registration can be done online or in-person at City Hall. (City of Roswell, Georgia Recreation and Parks via Instagram)
• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: There are a lot of activities going on this week in town. Here a just a few of the week's scheduled events: Music on the Hill at City Hall, ZMBC's Food Truck Saturday, and the Victoria Hill Cabaret will perform. Check out all of this week's events on the Roswell365 website. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• RAMBO Roswell: Attention cyclist: All trails are currently open at Big Creek Park, except one. As of July 9, the Typhoon Trail will be closed until further notice for bridge repairs. (RAMBO Roswell via Twitter)

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You're all caught up for today! See you 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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