🌱 Upcoming Public Hearing + Get Rid Of Old Meds + GET's Bright Star

Hello, friends. I'm here with your Friday edition of the Roswell Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about what's happening locally. Including updates on...

• Local K9 officer passes away.
• There are new vendors this year at the Roswell FAM.
• Try out for the Roswell Dance Starz.

But first, today's weather:

A shower and t-storm; cooler. High: 69 Low: 45.

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Here are the top threestories today in Roswell:

1. Later this month law enforcement agencies across the region will be collecting prescription drugs that are unused and/or expired. The DEA's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is on April 22. On this day people can take their old and unused medications to participating police departments and/or other designated locations. Drug Take Back Day is held bi-annually in April and October. The DEA implemented this day to help prevent the misuse of prescription drugs. Per the DEA, at their April 2022 event, communities across the U.S. received over 720,000 pounds of medication. If you have any prescription medication that unused, expired, or unwanted, the Roswell Police Department can help take them off your hands and will dispose of them safely. The department will be collecting medication on Saturday, April 22 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Kroger on E Crossville Rd. (Paywall: ajc.com)
2. There will be a public hearing at the April 24 Mayor and City Council Meeting at City Hall. One of the main topics of this hearing will be the city's request to grant landmark designation to Mimosa Hall. This landmark designation will specifically relate to a museum building for the hall. Their will be a full report on file that is available for public viewing at the Roswell Planning and Zoning Office. The meeting will begin at 7:00 PM in the Roswell City Hall Council Chambers. (appenmedia.com)
3. A k-9 officer has died on Wednesday April, 5 in neighboring Alpharetta. The announcement was made on Thursday, April 6 by Alpharetta Public Safety. K-9 Officer Arnold began his service in 2007 and was one of the longest-serving dogs in the unit. Major Lindgren was Officer Arnold's handler for the past eight years. Major Lindgren was there with the department when the public announcement was made and shared some of his favorite photos of his partner and friend. The City of Alpharetta expressed their sympathy for Major Lindgren and his family in regards to the passing of K-9 Arnold. (11alive.com)

Today in Roswell:

• Ongoing Conversation: Assembly Point Exhibition - Roswell Visual Arts Center (10:00 AM)
• Native Plant Sale - Chattahoochee Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• Guided Hike - Chattahoochee Nature Center (11:00 AM)
• Good Friday Service- Roswell Presbyterian Church (12:00 PM)
• Live Music w/ Doug Easterly - Standard at Roswell (4:30 PM)
• Date Night on the River -Chattahoochee Nature Center (5:00 PM)
• Open Anvil: Blacksmithing and Blades Session - The Forge at Art Center West (5:00 PM)
• Friday Night Live Music - Lola's Burger and Tequila Bar (6:00 PM)
• Good Friday Service - St. David's Church (6:00 PM)
• Justin Live - Houck's Grille (8:00 PM)
• GET Presents Bright Star - Cultural Arts Center (8:00 PM)
• Family Night Hike - Chattahoochee Nature Center (8:00 PM)
• FTE Welcomes SNAP - From The Earth Brewing Company (9:00 PM)
• The Happy Hr Live - Rock N' Taco Roswell (9:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell Dance Starz: This bit of news is for the dancers in the city. The Roswell Dance Starz will be holding auditions next month for those interested in joining. They offer classes for a various styles of dance. They are accepting dancers of all ages. The auditions will take place between May 8 - May 10. More information can be found on the dance company's website. (Roswell Dance Starz via Facebook)
• City of Roswell Councilmember, Sarah Beeson: Councilmember Beeson is once again out and about connecting with the community. She celebrated the first evening of Passover with the women of Temple Kehillat Chaim in Roswell. Councilmember Beeson was also invited to be a guest at their recent Women’s Seder. (City of Roswell Councilmember, Sarah Beeson via Twitter)
• Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market: Opening day for the Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market is tomorrow. Check out this list of new vendors who will be participating this season. The market will open Saturday morning at 8:00 AM at Roswell Presbyterian Church. (Roswell Farmers and Artisans Market via Instagram)
• Visit Roswell GA: Tickets are still available for the Georgia Ensemble Theater's production of Bright Star. The performance has been described as an "emotional and uplifting Appalachian tale." The play is based on a true story and includes a score by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, which was nominated for a Tony award. The production will run through April 16. (Visit Roswell GA via Instagram)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll see you around!

— 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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