All About Brownsville - June 6, 2008

& Haywood County

June 6, 2008

Volume 4, Issue 22

Big night coming up next Friday -- Relay for Life! There are yard sales this weekend and the Survivor’s Luncheon on Thursday. If you've never been to a Relay event, you've missed a very special time. If at all possible, make plans to go this year. There will be food and entertainment and it all begins at 5 p.m., Friday, June 13, at the football field. The special luminary ceremony is scheduled for 10 p.m.

Do you have children grades 1-9 who would like to be a Tomcat Cheerleader or a child age 6-14 who wants to play football? Haywood Youth Sports will be signing up players and cheerleaders every Saturday in June from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the WOW Building on Boyd Ave. For more details, call 780-4454 or 780-7406.

Have you been hearing about the local forums taking place about the State of African-American Males in Haywood County? This Sunday will mark their fourth session and the gentlemen are inviting everyone to attend, including the ladies. Learn more.

I have recently become very interested in why people volunteer and especially what makes them feel their efforts are worthwhile. I’d love to hear your stories, please visit the AAB Blog and tell me what makes you feel appreciated.

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Friday, June 6

Relay for Life Cookout

Crestview Healthcare will host a cookout on Friday, June 6, from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Plates will be available for delivery or pick-up. Choose from smoked sausage plates ($5), Leg quarter plates ($6) and pork steak plates ($6). All plates will include beans and slaw. To place your order, call 731-780-3957 or 731-772-3356.

Relay for Life Yard Sale

Curves of Brownsville will hold a giant yard sale beginning Friday, June 6, from noon until 6 p.m., and again on Saturday, June 7, from 7 a.m. until. The event will take place in the Curve's parking lot (old Wal-Mart shopping center). All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. For more information, call 731-779-9400.

Saturday, June 7

Relay for Life Yard Sale

Curves of Brownsville will hold a giant yard sale Saturday, June 7, from 7 a.m. until. The event will take place in the Curve's parking lot (old Wal-Mart shopping center). All proceeds will go to the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. For more information, call 731-779-9400.

Relay Yard Sale, Car Wash and More

The City of Brownsville Relay for Life team will host a car wash ($5), Spaghetti plates ($6) and a yard sale Saturday, June 7, beginning at 7 a.m., in the parking lot of the WOW Building on Boyd Ave. Anyone and everyone is invited. All proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society.

Cheerleader and Football Sign-ups

Haywood Youth Sports will be signing up children to play football and to cheer every Saturday during June from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., at the WOW building on Boyd Ave., across from the football stadium. Grades 1-9 can participate in the cheerleading activities and ages 6-14 may sign-up to play football. Everyone gets to play. For more information, call 731-780-4454 or 731-780-7406.

Barnett Family Homecoming

The Barnett's will be celebrating 37 years in the Gospel music ministry on Saturday, June 7, 2008, 7 p.m.., at Allen Baptist Church, 5533 Hwy. 79 North. Joining the Barnett’s will be The Inmans, of Memphis, and The Joylanders, of Trenton, Tenn. Come join the fun, food and fellowship at Royce and Linda's house in Stanton around 11 a.m. (don't forget your yard chairs and ball gloves). For more information, call 731-548-6454.

Sunday, June 8

State of the African –American Male in Haywood County

All Ladies and the General Public are invited to attend. The fourth forum focused on the state of African-American Males in Haywood County will take place Sunday, June 8, 2008, at 3:30 p.m., in Carver Gymnasium, 709 East Jefferson. Featured moderator for this event will be Dr. James Holloway, Professor Emeritus, Howard University Medical School, Washington, D C. This session will focus on “self-help” reduction of early death rates and medical complications through no-cost life style changes. This series of forums has been hosted by a group of concerned African-American males with special emphasis on attendance by black males. Learn more ...

Monday, June 9

Vacation Bible School

Vacation Bible School is a time for children to have a lot of fun while learning wonderful truths about Jesus Christ. Brownsville Baptist Church offers VBS for children ages 3 years old through 6th grade. This year's program will be offered June 9-13, from 8:30 a.m. until noon each day. For more information, contact Jason Smith at 731-772-9753. Brownsville Baptist Church is located on the corner of West Main Street and Wilson.

Thursday, June 12

Relay for Life Survivor's Luncheon

The Annual Survivor's Luncheon will be held Thursday, June 12, beginning at 11:30 a.m., at the First South Bank Community Room, 326 West Main St. All cancer survivors are invited to attend. You do not have to call first, just come and enjoy the food and entertainment. Chairperson for this event is Anne Banks.

Friday, June 13

Relay for Life

Relay for Life will begin Friday, June 13 at 5 p.m., at the L.Z. Hurley Memorial Football Field. The event will open with entertainment. This year's honorary chairpersons are Robert Barden and Peggy Boyd. This year's theme is "Dancing for a Cure." There will be food, fun and entertainment for all ages. Everyone is invited to come and walk for a cure for cancer. All proceeds from the evening goes to the American Cancer Society.

Opening Ceremonies: 7 p.m.

Entertainment: 5- until

Performing will be Mickey Utley, The Singing Firefighter David Smith, Christ Church, Tina Turner Review, Union Grove Special Group, Jeffrey Vaulx, Kickin', Women of Purpose, Shawn Williams and more. A special dance team from Memphis will also be entertaining.

Luminary Ceremony: 10 p.m.

Closing Ceremony: 11:45 p.m.

UT Night at the Diamond Jaxx

The Haywood County UT Alumni Chapter invites you to met and hear Bob Kesling, Director of Broadcasting and The Voice of The Vols, at UT night at the Diamond Jaxx Friday, June 13, 2008, at Pringles Park in Jackson. Gates open at 6 p.m., and dinner will be served until the first pitch is thrown around 7 p.m. Wear Orange to be eligible for door prizes. There will be a playground for children and all children can run the bases after the game. Fireworks will end the evening. Cost: $4.50 for discounted game ticket only (box seats); $15 for game and buffet (includes all-you-can-eat hamburger and hot dog buffet). Contact Jo Matherne for more information, 731-779-1117.

Saturday, June 14

Free Health Fair

A free Health Fair will be offered at Faith Deliverance Church, 1193 Tamm St., Saturday, June 14, from 9 a.m. until noon. Haywood Family Health Center staff will be onsite offering free cholesterol and glucose screenings, free blood pressure and weight screenings, and Dr. Farnel Backer will also be available to answer any medical questions.

Cheerleader and Football Sign-ups

Haywood Youth Sports will be signing up children to play football and to cheer every Saturday during June from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m., at the WOW building on Boyd Ave., across from the football stadium. Grades 1-9 can participate in the Cheerleading activities and ages 6-14 may sign-up to play football. Everyone gets to play. For more information, call 731-780-4454 or 731-780-7406.

Sunday, June 15

Happy Father’s Day!!!

Monday, June 16

Vacation Bible School

First Presbyterian Church and First United Methodist Church will once again join together for Vacation Bible School. This year’s theme is “Power Lab: Discovering Jesus’ Miraculous Power.” It will be held June 16-20, from 9 a.m. until noon, at First United Methodist Church, 117 East Franklin St. For more information, and to register, call 772-2893 or 772-0365.

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