May 2010

BBA Meeting: The Brownsville Business Association will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, May 18, 5:30 p.m., in the Delta Room behind Backyard Barbecue, 703 East Main St. Guest speaker will be Duane Lavery, president and CEO of HTL Advantage. Learn what influences the Mega Site will have on local businesses and how we can help prepare our community for these possibilitites. This is a free meeting and everyone is invited to attend. 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, May 3 & 17 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, May 26, 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, May 18, at the Hibachi Restaurant on Dupree St. For more information, please contact Commander Ray Dixon at 731-772-0400.
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Haywood's Got Talent: An afternoon to showcase Brownsville's finest talent. Performers will compete for a grand prize package that includes an opportunity to perform at this year's Hatchie Fall Fest. The competition begins at 2 p.m., at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center at College Hill. 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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Herbie's Heroes Pageant: This pageant will benefit the Brownsville-Haywood County Humane Society and will be held Saturday, May 22 at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center in Brownsville. The pageant will begin at 1 p.m. and is open to girls ages 0 months-21 years. This is the third annual pageant to benefit the Humane Society. The reigning Miss Tennessee and 2nd Runner-up to Miss America, Stefanie Wittler, will make a special appearance. Registration is $35 prepaid, $45 at the door and includes all side categories except Most Photogenic which is optional and an additional $10. Contestants who raise money for the Humane Society may be eligible to enter the pageant free and receive a trophy. The girl who raises the most money will be crowned Humane Society Sweetheart and will receive a wonderful prize package. For information or an entry form, contact Linda Timbes at 731-661-0925.
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Relay for Life: The annual Relay for Life event will be held Friday, May 14, at the Football field beginning at 5 p.m. The event will feature the Survivor Walk, Luminary Ceremony, live entertainment. Team booths will be set-up with food and games available all evening. Entertainment will include Haywood County's own Blair Simpson along with 70s and 80s entertainer Freddie Weller, David Smith - The Singing Firefighter, Shawn Williams, Christ Church Praise Band, Jeffory Vaulx Group, Jimmy Craig Dancers, Ricky McCory Band, The Tina Turner Review with little Michael Jackson, and La Nueba Vanda Corrol.
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Walk for a Cure: You are invited to join Stanton residents as they "Walk for a Cure" Saturday, May 8, at 7 a.m., downtown Stanton. This will be a 3K Walk. Entry fee is $10 per person and all proceeds go to benefit Relay for Life. For more information, contact Emma Delk at 901-493-3768.
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Banquet & Fashion Show: Bluff Creek Baptist Church will have a Banquet and Fashion Show on Saturday, May 1, starting at 6 p.m. It will be held at Carver High School, 709 East Jefferson St. Tickets are $10 per person. All proceeds will benefit Relay for Life. For more information, contact Mary McPhearson at 772-4242, ext. 115.
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Day of Prayer: Haywood County will once again observe the National Day of Prayer by taking time out of our busy day to meet on the courthouse lawn and pray. Everyone is invited to join friends and family at 12:10-12:40 p.m., on the courthouse lawn, Thursday, May 6.
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Employer Forum: You are invited to attend the Haywood County Workforce Employer Outreach Committee Employer Forum Wednesday, May 5 at 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The meeting will take place at Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation offices located at 1009 East Main St. The meeting topic will be Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Guest speaker is Nettie Lewis, Assistant District Director, U. S. Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division. Lunch will be provided by Haywood Park Hospital. RSVP by Monday, May 3 to Celeste Hubbard at 731-772-3490.
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Park of Dreams Ribbon Cutting: The Park of Dreams will officially open at a Ribbon Cutting set for 10 a.m., Friday, May 7. The all-inclusive park is located at Volunteer Park. Everyone is invited to attend the Ribbon Cutting.
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Drug Awareness Event: The Tennessee National Guard will have their Drug Awareness Trailer at the W.O.W. building, on Boyd Avenue, from 4-6 p.m., Thursday, May 6. This will be open to the public to view and speak with members of the Tennessee National Guard Counter-Drug Unit.
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Neighborhood Watch Meeting: The Ward 2 Neighborhood Watch will meet Thursday, May 6, at 6 p.m., at the W.O.W. building on Boyd Avenue. The NAtional Guard will be on hand with their drug awareness trailer and Lt. Shawn Williams, of the Brownsville Police Department, will present a program on drug awareness. Supper will be provided following the meeting.
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Mother's Day Bake Sale: Habitat for Humanity have a Mother's Day Bake Sale on Saturday, May 8, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., on the Wal-Mart parking lot. All proceeds go to the construction of the next Habitat house to begin construction in late May. Pre-orders are being accepted. Contact Donna Byrum at 731-772-4010, to place an order.
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Candidate Forum: Brownsville Radio will sponsor a Candidate Forum Thursday, May 20, 6 p.m., at College Hill. This forum is open to the public and the public will be allowed to ask questions. It will also be aired live on Brownsville Radio, 95.3 FM.
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Social Networking Seminar: The Brownsville Business Association will sponsor a Social Networking Seminar on Saturday, May 15, from 9-12. Cost is $15 per person and limited seating is available. This seminar will teach businesses how to set-up social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter, and how to successfully market their businesses using these and other free internet tools. The class will be held at the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center. For more information and to sign up, call the Center at 731-779-9000.
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Customer Service Workshop: There will be a Customer Service Workshop Tuesday, May 11, 1:30 p.m., at the Chamber. How to Win, Wow and Woo Customers and Keep Them Coming Back, is the title and focus of the seminar. Chamber members can attend free of charge; non-members fee is $10. Call the Chamber to reserve your spot or for more information, 731-772-2193.
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Ribbon Cutting – Los Amigos Restaurant: Everyone is invited to the Ribbon Cutting of one of Brownsville’s newest businesses: Los Amigos Restaurant. Los Amigos is located at 1444 East Main. The Ribbon Cutting will take place at 10 a.m., Wednesday, May 12.
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Peace of Xcellence Pageant: Xcellence Inc. will host a pageant Saturday, May 15, at Dunbar Carver Gymnasium, 709 East Jefferson. Doors Open at 2:00 pm. Pageant begins at 3 p.m. Competition is open to girls ages: 6-18 yrs. All contestants will need to arrive no later than 2:15 p.m. Girls will be grouped according to grade. Queens will receive a very nice trophy and the opportunity to be showcased in other local area parades and appearances. SIDE CATEGORY WINNERS will receive a nice trophy. One winner per category and includes Best Dressed, Best Personality & Response to Impromptu Question regarding Peace and/or Excellence. All entrants will receive a participation award. Registration Fee $25 (prepaid), $35 at door. Contact Veronica Poke, 55 Kleer-Vu Dr., Brownsville, or call 731-772-8955.
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Christian Concert: Boxful of Blessings Christian Concert will be held Saturday, May 29 at 6 p.m., at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center. Admission is free.
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Friends Night at the Library: Friends Night at the Library will be Tuesday, May 18, at 7 p.m., at the Elma Ross Public Library. There will be a public forum for the Mayoral candidates, with moderator Judge Lyle Reid. All are invited to attend. Light refreshments will be served.
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Journey for Control: Haywood Park Community Hospital will host a free diabetes class entitled "Journey for Control" Thursday, May 27, beginning at 5:30 p.m., in the hospital cafeteria.
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Hospital Wing Memorial Softball Tournament: The Haywood County EMS will sponsor a Memorial Softball Tournament to benefit the families and charities of those who lost their lives in the recent Wing helicopter crash. Healthcare workers and emergency agencies are especially encouraged to register your teams. No tournament teams please. Registration is $150 and the tournament will be held at West Jackson Baptist Church in Jackson, Tenn. All teams need to be registered with fees paid by Saturday, May 15. Only the first 14 teams will be accepted. For more information and to register, call Dustin McKeel at 731-697-8016 or David Smith at 731-217-2495.
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Open House at the Chamber: You are invited to the Chamber of Commerce Friday, May 21, from 11-3, to clebrate the 100th Anniversary of the Carneige Building. Mayors Smith and Banks will be on hand at 11 for a special ceremony. The winners of the Chamber's Art Contest will also be announced at this time. For more information, call the Chamber at 731-772-2193. The Chamber of Commerce is located at 121 West Main St.
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Meet Bill Haslam: Bill Haslam, Candidate for Governor, will be at the Chamber Thursday, May 20, at 9:30 a.m., for a meet and greet. Everyone is invited.
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Retirement Reception for Robert Mitchell: HCS peers, community members, family & friends are invited to wish Mr. Mitchell a blessed farewell Tuesday, May 25, from noon—2 pm (come & go) at Haywood High Library. The retirement reception will honor Mr. Robert M. Mitchell for his 40 years of service as a teacher, career & tech director and principal.
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Memorial Day Ceremony: This year's Memorial Day Service will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, May 31, on the lawn of the Haywood County Courthouse. The guest speaker will be General John Glad Castellaw. The program is jointly sponsored by the local VFW Post 4838, the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Daughters of the Confederacy. The program is designed to show respect and appreciation for our "fallen heroes."
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