🌱 An Upcoming Art Show + Cultural Arts Grant Received + Early Voting

Hey, everybody. It's Friday in Roswell and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening locally, including news about:

• Roswell hosts Lighting of the Christmas Tree.
• A car fire was put out by fire crews.
• A new co-working space is coming to Roswell.

But first, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 52 Low: 31.

Here are the top stories in Roswell today:

1. The opening for the annual Winter Works in Clay show and sale will be hosted by Roswell's Clay Collective. The event is scheduled for December 1 at Art Center West, a community ceramic and blacksmithing studio. Works in Clay features handmade artwork from over 40 local artists who are members of the Roswell Clay Collective. The works of art that will be showcased are created by sculptors, hand-builders and artists. Their collections embody ceramics that are "functional, sculptural and whimsical." This exceptional sale will run until Sunday, December 10. The creators will be present everyday and will answer questions and give tours of Art Center West to those who may be interested in their classes and/or events.The exhibit and sale is free and open to the public and a portion of the proceeds will be reinvested for equipment and education at Art Center West. (roswellgov.com)
2. Thrive Coworking is a provider of flexible office spaces for shared office space users. The company's co-working model also includes extracurricular activities such as hikes, paintball and opportunities to give back through charity. It has been growing significantly in the Atlanta market since the onset of the pandemic that brought about the increase of remote and hybrid workers. The company is planning to expand and open several flex office locations in surrounding metro areas over the next year. One of their future markets is in Roswell and the company plans on building a 10,000-square-foot space in the city to accommodate the increasing demand for flex working spaces in the area. (commercialsearch.com)
3. A $45,000 Cultural Facilities Grant was accepted by the Roswell City Council. The grant was provided by the Georgia Council for the Arts. A required 100% match from the city, will allow the expansion of projects that are currently funded and the purchase of equipment that supports arts programs at the Roswell Cultural Arts Center. Upgrades to meeting rooms at the Cultural Arts Center were already approved and budgeted for by the council. Projects to improve the lighting, replace one-third of the stage lighting,and an audio visual system can be fast-tracked for completion with the additional funds from this grant.( The Atlanta Journal Constitution)

Today in Roswell:

• Elegant Bachelors at Rock 'N' Taco (9:00 AM)
• The Menu--Now Playing at Aurora Cineplex (10:00 AM)
• $ 2.00 Fall Family Flicks--FREE BIRDS --at Aurora Cineplex-Nov 18th Week (10:00 AM)
• Midday Book Club - Roswell Regional Library (11:00 AM)
• Meet the Robotics Eagles from Milton HS - Computer Museum of America (1:00 PM)
• Portman Iconic Atlanta Architectural Tour (2:00 PM)
• A Handmade Holiday Pop-Up Art & Gift Show - Visual Arts Center (5:00 PM)
• D&D Spelljammer Campaign - Caffeinated Gamers (6:00 PM)
• Atlanta Dance Company presents Babes in Toyland (7:00 PM)
• The Nutcracker: Land of the Sweets - Roswell Cultural Arts Center (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• City of Roswell, Georgia Government: The holiday season will officially begin with Roswell's Lighting of the Christmas Tree. The festive event will take place at Heart of Roswell Park on Friday, December 2 at 6:00 PM. The city will celebrate the season with carols, hot chocolate, fire pits, and s'mores. (City of Roswell, Georgia Government via Facebook)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: In preparation of #GivingTuesday on November 29, the city is giving thanks by honoring the staff that makes our city run efficiently. Lacy has worked in various roles throughout the city's Finance Department since she started working with the city in 2018. She is currently the Accounts Payable & Revenue Manager and coordinates vendor payments and fees received from the city's customers. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Twitter)
• City of Roswell, Georgia: Sunday, November 27 will mark the beginning of early voting for the upcoming run-off election. Early voting will be permitted through Friday, December 2. The runoff election for the City Council Post 1 seat between Sarah Beeson and Allen Sells will be one of the items on this ballot. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Instagram)
• Visit Roswell, Georgia: The historic house museums in Roswell are now decorated for the holiday season. You can tour these homes now until December 31. Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall and Smith Plantation are among the home showcased. (Visit Roswell, Georgia via Facebook)
• Roswell Fire Department: There was a car fire near Roswell HS on Thursday, November 17. Fire crews were on the scene to extinguish the fire that blocked Highway 92 eastbound at Westwind Blvd. (Triple Team Traffic via Twitter)

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Events:

• Once Upon A Holiday 2022 (November 19)
• Movie Magic Concert, Clinton Smith conducting (November 19)
• Centennial HS Varsity Boys BB--Bronco Showcase (November 19)
• Walk with a Doc (November 19)
• Roswell HS Wrestling @ Buford (November 19)
• Sunset Strip at Rock N Taco (November 19)
• Roswell HS Swim Team Regional Meet @ Cobb Central (November 19)
• Roswell Music Club presents fabulous tenor James Arthur Douglas! (November 20)
• Free ESL Classes at the Roswell Regional Library (November 21)
• Backspace Does Not Erase:Learn How Typewriters Lead Us to the Computer Age (November 23)
• Drinksgiving at Rock 'N' Taco with Justin! (November 23)
• BlairOutLoud SOLO Wed Night Lola's Roswell (November 23)
• Needlecrafters at the Roswell Regional Library (November 24)
• Running of the Turkeys 5k (November 24)
• Thanksgiving Buffet @ The Mill Kitchen and Bar (November 24)
• Backspace Does Not Erase: Learn How Typewriters Lead Us to the Computer Age (November 25)
• Works in Clay Winter Show 2022 (December 1)
• Story time with Ms. Heather (December 1)
• Roswell UMC Christmas Gift & Craft Show (December 2)
• Roswell Youth Theatre presents Shrek JR. (December 2)
• Non-Fiction Fridays Book Club (December 2)

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Gigs & services:

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Thanks for following along and staying informed. 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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