🌱 Roswell Library Branch Events + Roswell Celebrates Juneteenth

Hey, everybody! It's Monday in Roswell and I'm back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what's happening in the community today. Let's do this...

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and very warm. High: 95 Low: 76.

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Here are the top five stories in and around Roswell today:

1. Looking for some fun activities, classes, or events this week? Take a look at what's happening this week at the Roswell Branch of the Fulton County Library System! The library regularly holds events for people of all ages and interests, and this week is no exception. This week, you can join the LEGO club, take free ESL classes, join needlecrafters, and more. (Fulton County Library System)
2. The City of Roswell's Recreation, Parks, Historic and Cultural Affairs, in partnership with Roswell Roots, will host Roswell Celebrates Juneteenth, a series of events and programs taking place Friday, Jun. 17 through Sunday, Jun. 19, 2022. Aaron Nigel Smith, a Grammy-nominated producer and Billboard No. 1 artist, will kick-off events at the Cultural Arts Center on Friday.(City of Roswell)
3. The first Breakfast with Butterflies of the season is happening Sunday, Jun. 19 at Chattahoochee Nature Center. Tickets must be reserved by the Thursday before the event and cost $25 for the general public or $15 for CNC members per person. The next one will be held on Jul. 10. (Chattahoochee Nature Center)
4. Atlanta city leaders are expected to discuss efforts to combat crime this morning, Jun. 13, at 11 a.m. at the Fulton County Courthouse. The city and county leaders will discuss a new community court watch program, which officials claim will put trained members of the public in court proceedings. These trained members are expected to track bond decisions, sentences and other outcomes, especially in cases involving repeat offenders. (CBS 46)
5. Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has added to her security detail following the indictment of rapper Young Thug. Willis also added protection due to threats from supporters of former President Donald Trump after she announced a special grand jury in Georgia would be investigating events connected to the presidential election. The D.A. has said she doesn't believe the rapper or anyone involved with the indictment is involved with the threats and implied some wayward fans could be responsible for the threats. (Black Enterprise)

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Today in Roswell:

• Butterfly Encounter At Chattahoochee Nature Center (11:00 AM)
• LEGO Club At Fulton County Library System, Roswell Branch (4:00 PM)
• Free ESL Classes At Fulton County Library System, Roswell Branch (6:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Tickets are still available for Roswell High School Football's "FB 101 Moms Night With Coach" fundraiser at Deep Roots Wine Market & Tasting Room, happening tonight at 5:30 p.m. Get your seat for the "best ladies' night in town" here. (Roswell High School Football via Facebook)
• Front-row tables are currently for sale for the Jul. 4 fireworks display at the Marietta 4th of July festival on the Square! If you're making plans to see Marietta's fireworks show, this is a great opportunity to get the best seats in the house. Learn more at the link. (Cobb County Courier)
• Are you proud of your community? Does sharing the inside scoop with others bring you satisfaction? Then apply to the permanent local newsletter curator for Roswell Patch! Get the job details at the link. (Roswell Patch)

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Events:

• Movie on The Green at Crabapple Market (June 13)
• $ 2.00 Summer Family Flicks at Aurora Cineplex--Space Jam 2 (June 17)
• Shop, Sip & Stroll on The Green at Crabapple Market (June 17)
• Hire A Pro To Clean Up The Yard For Dad (June 19)
• Wellness Together Walk-Along At Cumberland Mall (June 21)
• Wellness Together Walk-Along At Perimeter Mall (June 21)
• LiveLOUD Concert on The Green at Crabapple Market (June 25)
• North Point Young Adults Field Day (June 30)
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Gigs & services:

• Masonry repairs (Details)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with another update!

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.