Good morning! Today's issue of the Roswell Patch AM includes upcoming events and news about:

• Explore conflict and community in Roswell at Pamela Terry's book event
• Roswell-based RCX Sports teams up with Falcons for girls' flag football.

First, today's weather:

Thundery outbreaks in nearby in the morning, light rain shower during the afternoon, thundery outbreaks in nearby for the evening, patchy rain nearby overnight. High: 78 Low: 69.

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Roswell in the news:

1. Author events May 10-16: Pamela Terry's book talk and signing for 'When the Moon Turns Blue' is set to take place at the Roswell Library on May 11, offering a deep dive into a story that explores the impact of conflict on a small Georgia town. (ajc.com)
2. Atlanta Falcons' grants will allow 20 Alabama schools to add girls' flag football: The Atlanta Falcons are providing grants to 20 Alabama high schools for girls' flag football programs, highlighting their commitment to empowering young women. RCX Sports, based in Roswell, GA, plays a crucial role in this initiative. (al.com)

Upcoming events:

Featured on Patch:

• Red Clay Comedy Festival | May 9-11, 2024 at The EARL, 488 Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA, 30316 (Thursday, May 9 at 8 p.m.)
• Live Comedy Night--Safety Third Improv at Aurora Cineplex-- Fri May 10th at Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf, 5100 Commerce Pkwy, Roswell, GA, 30076 (Friday, May 10 at 8 p.m.)
• Marvelous Mother's Day Event at Evimero Marketplace, 1890 Heritage Walk, Milton, GA, 30004 (Saturday, May 11 at 11 a.m.)
• Beach Cabaret Show - Atlanta Workshop Players at 1580 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Suite 13, Roswell, GA, 30076 (Saturday, May 11 at 4 p.m.)
• The Planets presented by Georgia Philharmonic at Dr. Bobbie Bailey & Family Performance Center, 488 Prillaman Way, Kennesaw, GA, 30144 (Saturday, May 11 at 7 p.m.)
• My Audition Nightmare - Show Atlanta Workshop Players at Studio 13, 1580 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Suite 13, Roswell, GA, 30076 (Saturday, May 11 at 7:30 p.m.)
• 4th Annual Catrangers Charity Golf Tournament at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course, 7000 Lanier Islands Pkwy, Buford, GA, 30518 (Monday, May 13 at 9 a.m.)
• The Atlanta Community Symphony Orchestra Presents, 'En tu Vecindario; Serie Para Participar' at Pleasant Hill Church, 725 Pleasant Hill St, Roswell, GA, 30075 (Tuesday, May 14 at 7 p.m.)
• #YGKidpreneur Expo - May 18, 2024 at Phase Events, 12150 Morris Rd, Alpharetta, GA, 30005 (Saturday, May 18 at 11 a.m.)
• Evening Vacation Bible School | SCUBA: Diving into Friendship with God at Cross of Life Lutheran Church, 1000 Hembree Rd, Roswell, GA, 30076 (Monday, June 3 at 5 p.m.)
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Thursday, May 9

• Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes--Premieres Thur May 9th at Aurora Cineplex at Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf, 5100 Commerce Pkwy, Roswell, GA, 30076 (4 p.m.)
• Pop-Up Performance Series Presents: Rev. Jeff Mosier - Bluegrass Meets Rock ‘n Roll at Mimosa Hall (No House Tours), 127 Bulloch Ave, Roswell, GA, 30075 (7 p.m.)
• Conscious Dance at 102 Russell Rd, Roswell, GA, 30075 (7 p.m.)

Friday, May 10

• P.O.D. with Bad Wolves, Norma Jean and Blind Channel at Buckhead Theatre (7 p.m.)
• Hunxho @ Coca-Cola Roxy at Coca-Cola Roxy (7 p.m.)
• Gwinnett Stripers vs. Charlotte Knights at Coolray Field (7:05 p.m.)
• Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes--On the Big Screen at Aurora Cineplex-May 10th week at Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf, 5100 Commerce Pkwy, Roswell, GA, 30076 (7 p.m.)

Saturday, May 11

• Embodied Motherhood Activation Circle at The Well of Roswell, 900 Old Roswell Lakes Pkwy, Roswell, GA, 30076 (10 a.m.)
• Shredding Event at Roswell Public Library, 115 Norcross St, Roswell, GA, 30075 (10 a.m.)
• New Tool and Equipment Pop-Up at NFCC Thrift Shop, 11270 Elkins Rd, Roswell, GA, 30076 (10 a.m.)
• Atlanta Authors Presents Pamela Terry at Roswell Public Library, 115 Norcross St, Roswell, GA, 30075 (2 p.m.)
• The Pussywillows Live @ Ground&Pound at Ground & Pound Coffee (7:30 p.m.)
• Judas Priest at Ameris Bank Amphitheatre (7:30 p.m.)
• DeadCetera Live Music at Coastal Bar and Grill (8 p.m.)

Sunday, May 12

• Mothers Day at Aurora Cineplex at Area 51 - Aurora Cineplex and The Fringe Miniature Golf (10 a.m.)
• Free Admission for Moms at Chattahoochee Nature Center at Chattahoochee Nature Center (12 p.m.)
• RNB Bingo Brunch @ Blue Martini at Blue Martini Atlanta (12 p.m.)

See more events on our calendar

Note: Click the start time of an event to see more details. Please confirm event details with organizers before attending.

Roswell chatter:

Here's what your neighbors and local leaders are talking about.

• City of Roswell, Georgia: "💧💦 What a splash! The Drinking Water Festival 2024 was a huge success! Our community came together to celebrate and learn about the importance of clean water. Residents were able to take a behind-the-scenes look at Roswell's Water..." (Instagram)
• Esther Jackson Elementary PTA: "Thank you so much to the amazing Laura Kirby for leading our teachers and staff today in Gratitude & Mindfulness! Our teachers are going to love this surprise water bar and practicing yoga with you! 🧘🧘🏿‍♂️🧘🏻‍♀️💦 Namaste!!" (Facebook)

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— Patch AM Team

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