🌱 X-Mas Tree Recycling + Parks & Recs Award + New Council Agreement

Welcome back, Roswell! I'm here in your inbox today to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on in town, including updates on...

• A Kennesaw man was arrested in Downtown Roswell
• Wisdom from Roswell PD in the event of theft
• New mental health facility in the city

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny. High: 54 Low: 36.

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Here are the top three stories today in Roswell:

1. The city's "Bring One for the Chipper" event will be on Saturday, January 7. This recycling event has been a tradition in Georgia for 32 years. It is the largest tree recycling program in the country. Christmas trees will be recycled and repurposed into mulch. There will also be volunteers on onsite at the Home Depot stores on Holcomb Bridge Road and Woodstock Road in Roswell to help unload trees. Flocked trees and those with the bases, lights and/or ornaments still applied will not be accepted. This environmentally-friendly event will last from 9:00 AM until 1:00 PM. (roswellgov.com)

2. The City Council has accepted a right-of-way agreement for future sidewalk maintenance for a property on Prospect Street. This maintenance is included in the construction of a home at this location. The agreement allows the city to make a "minor right-of-way widening" on one side of the road. These changes will make the city compliant with the revised Unified Development Code and Design Guidelines. The homeowner has also agreed and built the sidewalk with the required right-of-way noted by the Unified Development Code. (Paywall: ajc.com)

3. A Kennesaw man was arrested for battery in Downtown Roswell on December 18. Multiple witnesses said the man "attacked and punched" an individual in the face. When police arrived, the assailant told police that he had not struck anyone, although he had blood on his fist. Witnesses told police that the victim's tongue and cheekbones were injured. Although the victim did not want to press charges, the attacker was arrested and booked into the Fulton County Jail. (appenmedia.com)

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Today in Roswell:

• Enchanted Woodland Trail - Chattahoochee Nature Center (10:00 AM)
• $ 3.00 Winter Family Flicks Showing of Trolls-Aurora Cineplex (10:00 AM)
• "Angel Bar" Christmas Pop-up Bar - From the Earth Brewing (4:00 PM)
• Stephanie Berlanga Live - Ipps Pastaria and Bar (5:00 PM)
• Open Mic Night - The Gaslight (6:00 PM)
• Acoustic set by Michael Mendez - Rock N' Taco Roswell (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Roswell Police Department: The police department shared some wise advice on how to protect your valuables and high-end electronics if it's ever stolen. The department advises residents to record the item's serial numbers and/or other characteristics that will help identify the item to provide to police. It's also suggested to record the information on the free website, ReportIt. (Roswell Police Department via Facebook)
• City of Roswell: Multiple facilities and parks throughout the city have areas that are closed due to broken water pipes from the recent freezing weather conditions. There are restroom closures at Roswell Area Park, Hembree Park, Riverside Park, Groveway Park Upper and Old Mill Park. These closures will remain in place until further notice. (City of Roswell, Georgia via Nextdoor)
• Roswell Inc: The City of Roswell has been given the Gold Medal for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management award. This honor was granted by the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration. The city's 1,000 acres of parkland is maintained by the Recreation, Parks, Historic & Cultural Affairs Department. (Roswell Inc via Facebook)
• Roswell Business News: Ellie Mental Health is one of Roswell's newest providers for mental health services. Owners Michael and Tessie Lauer opened the facility on Tuesday, December 5 on Woodstock Road. Ellie Mental Health provides outpatient mental health therapy. (Appen Media)

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Events:

• Needlecrafters Knitting Group (December 29)
• Two Day Winter Break Clay Class (December 29)
• Countdown to Noon Year's Eve Party (December 30)
• Friday Night Live Music (December 30)
• Band X at Houck's Grille (December 30)
• Mike Veal Band Live at Rock N' Taco (December 30)
• Frybaby ATL - Food Truck @ Gate City Brewing Company (December 31)
• New Year's Eve at Gate City Brewing Company (December 31)
• 2023 New Year Celebration with JUSTIN at Rock N' Taco Roswell (December 31)
• Deni Live at at The Vick (January 1)
• New Years Day Cacao Ceremony and Yoga (January 1)
• Georgia Ensemble Theater Presents Women in Jeopardy (January 5)
• Roswell Youth Theatre: The Music Man Jr and The Music Man Kids Auditions (January 9)
• Free ESL Classes at the Roswell Library (January 9)
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You're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow morning 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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