🌱 Roswell Nonprofit In Need + Woman Assaulted While Taking Out Trash

Hey, everybody! I'm back with your new edition of the Roswell Patch newsletter. Let's get this weekend started off right, with a quick dive into everything you need to know about what's going on in town these days. In today's briefing, you'll learn about these stories and more:

• The 2023-2024 budget approved by Fulton Co. Schools.
• Roswell receives millions in grants within the past year and a half.
• Summer Sippin' begins on Tuesday.

But first, your local weather:

• Saturday: Brilliant sunshine. High: 87 Low: 65.
• Sunday: A t-storm or two; not as warm. High: 79 Low: 67.

Here are the top stories in Roswell today:

1. A $2.1 billion budget has just been approved for the 2023-2024 school year by the Fulton County School Board at a June 6 meeting. This budget is a 31 percent increase from the current year's budget to include a 7.1 percent pay raise for all employees. Also, in order to increase the employee retention level, a one-time 2 percent pay increase was also approved. The county's grading policy was reviewed at the meeting as well. The board discussed the results from a recent survey conducted by teachers, administrators, and parents regarding the district's new grading policy that went into effect in the fall of 2022. (Appen Media)
2. Tracy Chmelecki is the founder of the Roswell-based nonprofit, Children Without Beds. She works to give every child a warm, comfortable, and protected place to sleep. The organization gifts new beds, frames, mattresses, bedbug and waterproof mattress covers, comforters, sheet sets, and pillows to children who don't have a bed to sleep in. Since its beginning in 2017, Children Without Beds has provided over 600 beds to kids in need. Chmelecki said, "We just don't want to deliver a bed; we want to show love." However, they are currently in need of a box truck to deliver beds, and a warehouse to store supplies. More importantly, the nonprofit is looking for volunteers to help advance their cause. (11 Alive)
3. An assault was reported in the Roswell Creek neighborhood on May 20. A woman told police that she was attacked while taking her garbage out by an unknown individual. The report states that the woman was outside when a man came up behind her and ordered her to tell him who lives in her home. After she told him she lives with her husband, the man used his fist to struck her on the mouth and on the head. Police observed a cut on the woman's lip, however, she declined medical treatment. The couple were advised to call police again if the man returns. (Appen Media)
4. Almost $10 million in grants have been awarded to the City of Roswell over the last year and a half. The funds came from the federal and state government sources. These grant funds have and will be used for various projects throughout the city. Improvements to public safety, trails, parks, city streets, and sidewalks will be made by using some of these funds. “The amount of grants received by the City in the last 16 months is unprecedented in Roswell’s history,” said Mayor Kurt Wilson. The City of Roswell said these awarded funds display how taxes paid to federal and state governments can be reinvested to local communities. (City of Roswell, Georgia)

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Today and tomorrow in Roswell:

Saturday, June 10

• Run the River Race 5K/10K Race, Walk and Fun Run - St. Andrew Catholic Church (7:30 AM)
• National Learn to Row Day - Azalea Park (9:30 AM)
• Slip-N-Slide Extravaganza - Art Center West (10:00 AM)
• Open-Hearth Cooking and Living History - Smith Plantation (10:00 AM)
• Family Canoe Day - Chattahoochee Nature Center (10:30 AM)
• Tech Tales: Storytime for Young Explorers - Computer Museum of America (2:00 PM)
• -Publishing Children's Books Workshop - East Roswell Library (2:30 PM)
• Live Dinner Music with Barbria DeAnne - The Gaslight (7:00 PM)

Sunday, June 11

• Bird Walk with Georgia Audubon - Chattahoochee Nature Center (8:00 AM)
• Southern Rock Sundays - Rock 'N' Taco Roswell (111:00 AM)
• Live Music w/ Gabe Grau - The Vick Koffee and Kocktails (11:00 AM)
• Atlanta’s Curated Collections: Pop Up Shop & Fun Sunday - Rustic Trades (11:30 AM)
• Aiden Fisher Live - Gate City Brewing Company (1:00 PM)
• Yin Yoga - Many Paths Wellness (4:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell, Georgia Cultural Arts Center: Sam Wheelock will be bringing the sounds of the Southern Appalachian to the Cultural Arts Center on July 9. Call or visit the Cultural Arts Center in-person or online to purchase your tickets to this concert. (Roswell, Georgia Cultural Arts Center via Facebook)
• The Drake House: The Drake House is making it even easier to make donations to their charity. Purchase items from their Amazon Wishlist to help the single mothers being helped by this nonprofit. This list is updated regularly to reflect the group's immediate needs. (The Drake House via Instagram)
• City of Roswell Rec, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs: The spray grounds at East Roswell and Riverside parks are officially open for the summer season. Each spray ground offers different features and pavilion rental options. a daily fee is required for entry. (City of Roswell Rec, Parks, Historic, and Cultural Affairs via Facebook)
• Roswell, Inc: One of the most anticipated events of the summer starts on Tuesday. Some of the most refreshing and creative summertime drinks will be presented at Roswell's
Summer Sippin’ event. Visit the Summer Sippin' Roswell website for more information and a list of participating restaurants. (Roswell Inc via Instagram)
• Roswell High School: The 185 year history of Roswell High School has been displayed in the school's atrium. The History Wall reflects the growth and evolution of the school throughout six schoolhouses and three campuses. The Roswell Historical Society, Fulton County Schools, the Teaching Museum, and the Hornet History Committee helped make this historical memorial possible. (Roswell High School 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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