🌱Roswell Hosts Holiday Celebrations + Citizens Police Academy Honors

Hey, neighbors. I'm here with your fresh copy of the Roswell Daily, full of everything you need to know about what's happening locally. In today's issue, we'll touch on:

• There’s more news about the Oxbo Road Project.
• A new ice cream parlor is in downtown.
• Learn about managing yard waste.

But first, your daily weather:

• Saturday: Humid with a passing shower. High: 76 Low: 65.
• Sunday: A brief shower or two. High: 77 Low: 63.

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Here are the top three stories today in Roswell:

1. Roswell’s long awaited Oxbo Road Project is expected to be completed next summer.
   Construction crews are realigning Oxbo Road, the nearby side streets and a larger intersection at S. Atlanta Street is being reconstructed. Transportation Planning Manager David Cox, told Council members that crews are beginning to install sidewalks and medians in the area. Cox also stated that this long-delayed project should be completed by July 2023. If by chance that it is not, a majority of the construction should be “substantially” completed by October 2023. The City of Roswell recently used eminent domain at 50 Maple St., although the city previously paid for access to the parcel in 2018. Eminent domain in the amount of $88,000 was approved by the council. It is said that this recent use of eminent domain is a reminder of the misuse of funds and the mismanagement that occurred in the early stages of this endeavor. (The Atlanta Journal Constitution)
2. A new ice cream parlor has opened in Roswell. Cherried Mary's Ice Cream Parlor opened on Canton Street in downtown. The owners, Jasmin Willis and Conner Slewitzke, are also the proprietors of Gracious Plenty Bakery & Breakfast in Roswell. This unique shop offers 12 of their one-of-a-kind flavors like doughnut, butter pecan, pumpkin spice, lemon Biscoff, and a vegan peanut butter-chocolate ice cream. Sorbets, ice cream cookie sandwiches, milkshakes and house-made waffle cones are just some of the other items on their menu. They are also planning to offer alcoholic shakes and sangria popsicles in 2023. You can enjoy a sweet treat on their front or back patio seven days a week. (secretatlanta.co)
3. The holiday season of 2022 is about to begin in the city of Roswell. The annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree event will take place on December 2 at the Heart of Roswell Park at Canton Street and Elizabeth Way. A new “Deck the Square” display of 30 community-decorated trees will be featured this year at Town Square. This affair will be filled with activities and entertainment such as choral performances, hot cocoa, fire pits, s’mores, a special reading of 'Twas the Night Before Christmas by Mayor Kurt Wilson and Santa Claus will be there too. Residents, families, businesses, schools and organizations can apply to claim a tree to decorate by November 28. The section of Canton Street that lies between Norcross Street and Magnolia Street will be closed for this event. (roswellatwork.com)

Today and tomorrow in Roswell:

Saturday, November 5

• Household Hazardous Waste Collection - Roswell Transfer Station (8:30 AM)
• Walk with a Doc - Indian Seats Trail (8:30 AM)
• Roswell HS Cross Country (Top 10) State Meet (9:00 AM)
• Big Psychic Fair - Harmony Place on Green St. (10:00 AM)
• Group Walk - Roswell Area Park (10:00 AM)
• Till--Featured Film on the Big Screen at Aurora Cineplex (10:00 AM)
• Ticket to Paradise--Film on the Big Screen at Aurora Cineplex (10:00 AM)
• IrishFest Atlanta 2022 (10:00 AM)
• Dragons Love Tacos - Roswell Cultural Arts Center (11:00 AM)
• What's new for Medicare in 2023 & All the Options -Historic Roswell Place Senior Living (11:00 AM)
• Saturday Sips -Pinkies Up Beer and Wine (12:00 PM)
• Grandiose Grape Wine Festival - The Mill Kitchen and Bar (2:00 PM)
• Punch Card Machine Demo - Computer Museum of America (2:00 PM)
• Fairy Garden Magic Wands Class - The Well of Roswell (2:00 PM)
• Marching Band Competition @ Milton - Roswell (3:30 PM)
• The Turn of the Screw - Roswell Cultural Arts Center (4:00 PM)
• We Light Up the Night - The Cottage School (5:30 PM)
• The Turn of the Screw - Roswell Cultural Arts Center (8:00 PM)
• The Walkmen Live - Rock 'N' Taco (9:30 PM)

Sunday, November 6

• Mock SAT - applerouth Holcomb Bridge Office (9:00 AM)
• Group Walk - Riverside Park (10:00 AM)
• Black Adam--Playing on the Big Screen at Aurora Cineplex-Nov 4th week (10:10 AM)
• Children’s Church - Zion Missionary Baptist Church (10:30 PM)
• Fall Fest - Roswell Assembly of God (12:00 PM)
• The Turn of the Screw - Roswell Cultural Arts Center (2:30 PM)
• Girl Scouts - Westchester Civic Association (3:30 PM)
• Family Fall Festival At Eagles Nest Church (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Roswell: The city is sharing with residents how to manage your yard waste. Check out their video:
  (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• The City of Roswell, Government: Roswell Nonprofit Partner: The Children's Development Academy (CDA) has aided in the growth and development of children ages 1-5 from low-income families in the city of Roswell for over 50 years. CDA is NAEYC®-accredited and a Three Star Georgia Quality Rated preschool for children. (City of Roswell via Facebook)
• The City of Roswell, Government: Staff members from the City of Roswell will be featured during this month of thanks. Richard Westbrook is a long-time city employee. He has given over 30 years of service to the city with the Roswell Dept. of Transportation. (City of Roswell via Twitter)
• The Roswell Police Department: The first time since the pandemic, Roswell PD celebrated six sessions of its Citizen's Police Academy and hosted 111 participants. The graduating classes range from the 2020 through 2022 sessions. The Roswell PD has been in charge of the Citizens’ Police Academy since 1993. (The Roswell Police Department via Facebook)

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Events:

• Intuitive Painting Classes - Ignite the Healing Power of Your Creative Process (November 7)
• Roswell HS Flag Football vs Etowah (November 8)
• Wine Education Series - Italian Varietals (November 9)
• Roswell HS Flag Football vs River Ridge (November 10)
• Veterans Day Breakfast (November 11)
• Veterans Day Ceremony (November 11)
• Holiday Market | Shop, Sip & Stroll on The Green at Crabapple Market (November 11)
• Photos with Santa Benefitting Sunshine on a Ranney Day (November 12)
• Electronics Recycle Drive at Computer Museum of America (November 12)
• Atlanta Dance Company presents Babes in Toyland (November 18)
• A Handmade Holiday Pop-up (November 18)
• Learn How Typewriters Lead Us to the Computer Age (November 23)
• Running of the Turkeys 5k (November 25)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you next week for your next 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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