April 2010

BBA Meeting: The Brownsville Business Association will hold its meeting on Tuesday, April 20, 5:30 p.m., in the Delta Room behind Backyard Barbecue, 703 East Main St. All members are encouraged to attend. We will install new officers at this meeting. Everyone is invited. For more information about the BBA, visit www.shopbrownsvilletn.com.
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Toddler Time at the Library: Toddler time at the Elma Ross Public Library will be held Monday, April 5 & 19 at 11 a.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their toddlers and enjoy lots of stories, songs, puppets, crafts and a snack.
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Lunch 'N Learn at the Library: Lunch and Learn is planned for Wednesday, April 28, at noon at the Elma Ross Public Library. Each month promises an interesting speaker and an opportunity to learn something new. Remember to bring your lunch and the library will provide your drink and dessert. Call the library, 772-9534, for more information.
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Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 4838: Monthly meeting of veterans who have fought in foreign wars to conduct business and plan for future events that involve veterans or veteran's programs. Meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, April 20, at the Hibachi Restaurant on Dupree St. For more information, please contact Commander Ray Dixon at 731-772-0400.
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Good Friday Services: First Presbyterian Church, 109 West College St., will host its annual Good Friday Service beginning at 7 p.m., Friday, April 10. The service will include special music by the Chancel Choir and reading from the Passion Story of Christ. Everyone is welcome; a nursery is provided.
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Holy Week Services: The Haywood/Brownsville Ministerial Alliance will once again host Holy Week Services beginning Monday, March 29 through Friday, April 2. Services begin at 12 noon followed by a light lunch ($5) at 12:30. Locations for each days service are noted on the calendar. This year's theme is "Last Words are Lasting Words." Everyone is welcome.
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Seder Supper: The Passover Seder is a time for remembering and retelling the story of how God redeemed the Jewish nation from enslavement in Egypt. It offers a time to reflect on and remember and to develop a clearer understanding of communion. First Presbyterian Church, 109 West College, invites you to attend this special service Thursday, April 1, at 6 p.m. A meal is served during this event and advanced registration is appreciated. Call the church at 731-772-2893 to reserve your seat by March 29.
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Boston Butt Fundraiser: The Brownsville Fire Department will be selling Hickory Smoked Boston Butts to raise funds for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life event. Presale orders will be taken through April 4 and butts can be picked up on the morning of April 10 at Firs Station #3. Cost is $25 and all proceeds go to the Americna Cancer Society. Sign up at any of the three BRownsville Fire Departments. It's time to tell cancer to BUTT OUT!!!
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Spring Tour of Homes: A Spring Tour of Homes is planned for Sunday, April 11, from 2-5 p.m. Several homes, both historic and more modern-day will be included. Proceeds from the tour will benefit Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center. List of homes on the tour include: Kathleen & Dan Walker-606 West College, Helen & Bill Stark-727 West Main Street, Sandra & Fred Silverstein-2 Woodscreek, Michael Banks-924 Creekwood, Pam & Tommy Russell-130 Rooks Drive, and Alicia & Andrew Russell-911 Forrest Street. Tickets are $25 each and may be purchased in advance at Livingston's, Fine Things and Russell Dental Group.
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Swing into Spring: A Golf Scramble benefiting Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center will be held on Monday, April 26 at the Jackson National Golf Club. Individual players and teams are welcome. Entry fee includes green fees, cart and boxed lunch. Gifts and door prizes will be given away. Registration at noon, shotgun start at 1 p.m. To register or for sponsorship opportunities, contact W. A. Barden at 731-780-3605. This benefit is being held in honor of Claire Russell, daughter of Alicia and Andrew Russell of Brownsville.
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Vacation Bible School: Set sail for VBS fun on the high seas. Poplar Corner Baptist Church invites the community's children to participate in a High Seas Expedition during this year's Vacation Bible School to be held nightly April 5-9, from 6-8:30 p.m., at the church on Boyd Avenue. A Commencement Service will be held on Sunday, April 11 at 6 p.m. For more information and to enroll your child, call the church office at 731-772-0950 or Jenny Douglas at 731-217-5745.
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Haywood's Got Talent Auditions: Auditions will be held, for the May 8 presentation of Haywood's Got Talent, on Wednesday, April 7, from 1-6 p.m., at the BRownsville YMCA, 127 N. Grand Ave. Individuals and groups are welcome. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardiam. Singers and dancers may bring music (CD or MP3) or perform without music. Dress the part because auditions will be recorded. The contest is open to ages 12-25. Those chosen will perform at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center on May 8 for prizes. Grand prize will include an opportunity to perform at this year's Hatchie Fall Fest, plus more. For more information, contact UT Extension Agent Tennille Short at 731-772-2861. This event is presented by I PROMise to Strive for a Bright Future!
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Chamber Art Contest: Brownsville and Haywood County residents are invited to participate in an art contest depicting what the Chamber (and Brownsville-Haywood County) means to you. There will be a 1st ($150), 2nd ($75) and 3rd ($50) place winner and those winners artwork will be framed and displayed in the Chamber building. The contest is in celebration of the 100th anniversary of the Carneige building where the Chamber is located. For more information, rules and an entry form, contact the Chamber at 731-772-2193. Entry forms must be returned by March 30, and artwork completed by April 30.
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Children's Easter Celebration: Brownsville Baptist Church invites families with children 6th grade and younger to a Children's Easter Celebration on Saturday, April 3, 10 a.m., on the lawn at College Hill. There will be egg hunts, prizes, snacks and an Easter devotion.
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Arthritis Class: Do you have arthritis? UT Extension and the Arthritist Foundation Self-Help Program invites you to attend a free class beginning Thursday, April 1, at 10 a.m.. The class will meet every Thursday through May 13. The class will discuss the latest pain mnagement techniques, how to manage stress and fatigue effectively, purpose and effective use of medication, the connection between nutrition and disease management, plus build a network based on shared concerns. Call 731-772-2861 for more information and to sign up.
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Relay Bake Sale: First South Bank will have a bake sale on Good Friday, April 2, from 9 am to 4 pm at 308 W. Main .  All Proceeds will benefit Relay for Life.
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Hamburger/Hot Dog Lunch: Brownsville Utility Relay for Life Team will host a Hamburger and Hot Dog lunch on Thursday, April 15, from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Cost is $5 for hamburger or hot dog; and $7 for hamburger and hot dog plate. Meal includes hamburger and/or hot dog, drink, chips and a cookie. Pre-order before April 12 by calling Teri at 731-779-3711 or Russ or Paulette at 731-772-8845. All proceeds benefit Relay for Life.
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BBC Revival: Brownsville Baptist Church will hold a revival beginning Sunday, April 11. Services will be at 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Monday through Wednesday night services will be at 6:30 p.m.
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Russell Dickerson in Concert: Union Grove United Methodist Church's Relay for Life team will present Russell Dickerson in Concert on Friday, April 23, at 7 p.m. Also appearing with Russell is Blair Simpson and American Idol contestant Ricky Braddy. Tickets are $10 adults, $5 students. Event will be held at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center. All proceeds will benefit Relay for Life.
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Union Grove Stew: Union Grove United Methodist Church will hold a stew on Saturday, April 10, at the church. Proceeds will benefit El Ayudante Ministries. Sending Nicaraguan orphan to private school for 10th year. Pre-orders only. Cost is $20 per gallon and containers are provided. Call 731-772-2639 to place an order.
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Boston Butt Sale: The Brownsville Bulldogs baseball team is selling Boston Butts as a fundraiser for $25. They can be picked up at Backyard Barbecue Friday, April 30. Call 731-779-1130 to place an order.
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Skate Park Ground Breaking: There will be a Ground Breaking Ceremony for the new East Side Skate Park, Thursday, April 8, at 4 p.m. Located next door to East Side School.
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Christian Concert: Boxful of Blessings Christian Concert will be held Saturday, April 24 at 6 p.m., at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center. Admission is free.
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Zack Wamp Meet & Greet: Meet gubernatiorial hopeful Zack Wamp from 2-4 p.m., Sunday, April 11, at the West TN Delta Heritage Center.
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Legislative Breakfast: You are invited to the first of two Legislative Breakfasts being held downstairs at Brownsville/Haywood County Chamber of Commerce. The first one will welcome Speaker Emeritus Jimmy Naifeh beginning at 8:30 a.m., Friday, April 16. On Friday, April 23, Senator Dolores Gresham will be the guest speaker. This is an opportunity to meet your representatives in Nashville and learn more about happenings on the state level. Everyone is invited.
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Church-wide Mission Yard Sale: First Presbyterian Church, 109 West College, will hold a church-wide yard sale Saturday, April 17, beginning at 7 a.m. There will be a wide variety of items available and all proceeds from the sale will go to fund its Mexico Mission program.
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Community Children’s Day: The Willow Grove M.B. Church will be hosting a "Community Children's Day" outing on Saturday, April 17, 2010. There will be plenty of activities for children of all ages. Be sure to bring your fishing pole and bait. They will begin fishing at 7 a.m. Other activities to follow include volleyball, basketball, etc. Everyone is invited to attend! Come on out for great fellowship, food, and fun! For more information, please contact Rev. Tom Averyheart at (731) 772-6616, Willow Grove M.B. Church (731) 772-4644 or Rev. Andrew Pugh (731) 326-0471.
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Leadership Graduation: The 2009-2010 Leadership Class will be honored at a Graduation Dinner Thursday, April 22, at 6 p.m., at the Brownsville Country Club. Dinner cost is $20 per person. Please RSVP by April 10. Call the Chamber at 731-772-2193, for more information.
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Candidates Night: The Haywood County Democratic Women will present Candidates Night Tuesday, April 27, 6-8 p.m., at the Carver High School, 709 East Jefferson. The public is invited to attend and participate in a question and answer panel program featuring the candidates for Mayor and Alderman in Ward 2 and 4. For more information, contact Bettye Duckworth at 731-772-8719.
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Child Abuse Prevention Candlelight Vigil: April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. In honor of this a Candlelight Vigil will be held on Tuesday, April 27, 5:30 p.m., at the Haywood County Courthouse. The public is invited to attend this event sponsored by the Exchange Club Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse. For more information, contact the Center at 731-772-8378.
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Stanton Relay Car Wash: The Stanton Fire Department will have a Car Wash Saturday, April 24, starting at 8 a.m. All proceeds will benefit Relay for Life. For more information, contact Emma Delk at 901-493-3768.
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Ribs for Relay: Join your friends and family Friday night, April 30, from 5-7 p.m. for some great ribs and Blues music on the square. Plates are $7 and includes ribs, slaw, dessert and drink; or $5 for barbecue bologna, slaw, dessert and drink. All proceeds will benefit Relay for Life.
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Relay Team Captain Meeting: Relay Team Captains are asked to meet Thursday, April 29, at 5:30 p.m., at the WOW Building. This is a very important meeting. The last meeting before Relay night May 14. You will be given information on Campsite, Team Captain Information sheet, Bank night. When to pick up T-shirts. When to turn money in. Please be present. WE NEED YOU THERE.
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Sobriety Checkpoints: Sobriety checkpoints will be held Friday, April 30, beginning at 8 p.m., and continuing through Saturday, May 1, at 2 a.m. This is a joint effort between the Brownsville Police Department and the Haywood County Sheriff's Department. Officers will concentrate on Sobriety checkpoints and DUI saturations, but will also be looking for seatbelt use and proper child restraints.
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