Good morning, Roswell.

The Friends of Roswell Police will host the fifth annual Cops ‘N Cars Show at Lebanon Baptist Church on June 7 as a free event.

Families and car enthusiasts can view classic & custom cars, police vehicles, and local vendor offerings while those entering a car with a $30 donation help support the Roswell Police foundation.

Roswell's Lavender Festival returns June 7 at Barrington Hall.

The free, pet-friendly event offers over 60 arts and craft booths — food trucks, a bar, music and lavender — and runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. with free parking on site and along city streets.

The Chattahoochee Nature Center will host the Flying Colors Butterfly Festival on June 7 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and on June 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.—tickets cost $25 while children 2 years old and younger are free.

Roswell Empowered is set to host its inaugural Pride Walk on June 21 at 10 a.m. at the Heart of Roswell Park at 925 Canton St.—Residents are invited to join while following local laws.

MUST Ministries is running its Summer Lunch Program to feed up to 8,000 students every week during summer break—an effort that began 30 years ago when teachers noted that some kids might go hungry.

The program gives a full meal kit with breakfast, lunch, and snacks at about $11 per kit and relies on donations to support families amid rising costs.

Edward Espinoza, accused of killing officer Jeremy Labonte, appeared in Superior Court Tuesday morning at 9:30 a.m.—he faces charges of malice murder, felony murder, aggravated assault on a peace officer—and is scheduled for a possible plea hearing.

On May 27, Roswell officials tentatively approved a plan to reduce traffic accidents and fatalities—requiring a Citywide Safety Action Plan and a Vision Zero resolution—and the City Council will vote on it June 9.

If approved, the plan will let the city apply for federal and state grants to fund safety improvements on local roads.

On May 27, the City Council unanimously approved code changes that give City Administrator Randy Knighton more power over hiring and managing city workers.

The council also voted to start rules for short-term rentals that require registration and inspections — rules that will take effect January 1 if approved on June 9 — and the Environmental/Public Works Department earned awards for its water treatment.

Fulton County Commission Chair Robb Pitts said he was disinvited from a White House meeting by email on Sunday after he traveled to Washington—costing taxpayers nearly $2,000.

Other local officials attended Tuesday's event, and Pitts questioned why he was removed while his colleagues stayed.

Lavender Festival 2025

10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Barrington Hall — Free entry — Celebrate the beloved annual Lavender Festival with arts, crafts, and local wellness goods.

Breakfast With Butterflies

10 a.m. — Chattahoochee Nature Center — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a morning surrounded by butterflies at this nature center experience.

Possum Trot 10K and Fun Run

In-Person Race: June 21, 2025 — Chattahoochee Nature Center — Registration limited to 800 participants — Enjoy a fun and fast race while supporting environmental education programs.

Open House

6-8 p.m. — 10035 River Rock Drive — Free entry — Explore a stunning modern townhome in Roswell, GA featuring luxury and convenience.

Roswell Riverside Sounds: ¡Tumbao!

8:30-10:30 p.m. — Riverside Park — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant outdoor concert featuring the rhythms of ¡Tumbao! by the Chattahoochee River.

Fiesta Bar Y Parrilla Dinner Event

5-7 p.m. — Fiesta Bar Y Parrilla — No cover charge — Indulge in authentic Mexican cuisine and delightful cocktails at this highly rated restaurant.