All About Brownsville - March 18, 2010

& Haywood County

March 18, 2010

Volume 6, Issue 10

I have to tell you about how much fun I had last Thursday night making tissue flowers with the 10th Review Club. I had not even thought about those flowers since I was a teenager and it brought back some great memories. Remember there was always a cart at the entrance to Libertyland filled with these brightly colored tissue flowers on a stick? I always wanted to buy one and was so happy when I figured out how to make them. That's the thing about those flowers, they always make you smile, even thirty-something years later. We had a great time and the flowers were used as decorations for the Carl Perkins Dinner and Auction Saturday night. I appreciate the review club holding their meeting at the Heritage Center that night and letting me join the fun.

Now, let me tell you what a great evening Saturday night was at the Carl Perkins Dinner. Food was delicious and I really enjoyed seeing everyone dressed in their 60s attire. It was a huge crowd and best of all, over $24,000 was raised. All the money stays in Haywood County and will benefit families right here. Thanks to everyone who donated both silent and live auction items.

Have you entered the Chamber Art Contest yet? Deadline for entry is March 30. Artwork is due on April 30. A chance to win some cash prizes, so go ahead and get out your paints, pencils or crayons and give it a shot. For more details and an entry form, contact the Chamber at 731-772-2193 or drop by 121 West Main St.

Haywood Park Community Hospital announced a new CEO this week. Jeremy Gray comes to us from Shelbyville, Tenn. and has already assumed his duties.

There is a Stew Sale this Saturday at American Motors on North Washington. Proceeds will benefit Le Bonheur Children's Medical Center in honor of Claire Russell. Deadline to pre-order has passed, but you might want to check and see if there might be some extra available. Cost is $25 per gallon. Call Alicia Russell at 731-772-8223.

~ Sonia

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Saturday, March 20

First Day of Spring

Abby Burke in Concert:

The Brownsville-Haywood Co. Arts Council will present Abby Burke in Concert on Saturday, March 20, 7 p.m., at the Marks Performing Art Center. It has been said "that when Abby sings, the room falls silent." Called a "Voice that is unforgettable" - Abby Burke is a vocal artist that invites her audience into a musical world that fills them with joy, reflection and elation. Abby puts a personal spin on every performance, infusing her work with feeling that makes classic favorites NEW. Don't miss Abby as she takes smooth jazz, blended with old school rhythm & blues, mixing in some originals and a dash of cover tunes for a feel good time. For 1 night only - March 20!!! Tickets are Adults -$12.50 and Students- $6.00 and are available at Livingston's, Insouth Bank, board members & at the door.

Wednesday, March 24

Lunch 'N Learn at the Library

Lunch and Learn is planned for Wednesday, March 24, 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.

Thursday, March 25

Ward 2 Neighborhood Watch

Ward 2 will have a neighborhood watch and community meeting on Thursday evening, March 25, 6 p.m., at the WOW building on Boyd Ave. All residents and concerned citizens are invited to attend. Guest speaker will be Kendall Dancy, Parent and Family Involvement Facilitator for Haywood County Schools. Subject for the evening will be: Parent Staying in the Know. Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact Alderman Carolyn Flagg at 731-772-0425, Goldie Harwell at 731-780-5157, or Martha Lyle Ford at 731-779-9214.

Saturday, March 27

Easter Egg Hunt

Parks and Recreation's annual community-wide Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled for Saturday, March 27, at 10 a.m., at Webb Banks Passive Park. Ages 10 yrs to walking are invited to participate. Eggs will be available for babies. Please bring your baskets or containers for the eggs that you find. Please note the new location at Webb Banks Passive Park, due to construction of the Park of Dreams at Volunteer Park.

Boxful of Blessings

This monthly Christian Concert will be held on Saturday, March 27, from 6-8 p.m., at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Theater at College Hill. Admission is free.

Sunday, March 28

Palm Sunday Service

The community is invited to Brownsville Baptist Church for their Palm Sunday service Sunday evening, March 28. The program entitled "The Day He Wore My Crown of Thorns" is a portrayal of Jesus' life, death and resurrection. The program will begin at 6 p.m.

Monday, March 29 – Friday, April 2

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: Monday - Poplar Corner Baptist Church; Tuesday - First Presbyterian Church; Wednesday - First Baptist Church; Thursday - Brownsville Baptist Church; and Friday - First United Methodist Church. This year's theme is "Last Words are Lasting Words." Everyone is welcome.

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