All About Brownsville - October 28, 2010

& Haywood County

October 28, 2010 Volume 6, Issue 39

The busy holiday season is beginning. As you look at the calendar below you will see what I mean.

If you haven't completed the UT Martin survey I sent out last week, please consider doing so. Many have .. and thank you. We need to show UT that we are serious about higher education.

Several new events are planned this year. One is the Carl Perkins' Festival of Trees. You'll be hearing more about this in the weeks ahead. If you are a business and would like to enter a tree in this event, please contact the Center at 731-772-8378. The public will be invited to vote for their favorite tree and you could win a great prize. All the proceeds of the event will benefit the Haywood County Carl Perkins Center.

How would you like to see the Christmas Parade expanded into a Christmas Festival? We are working to offer you some fun activities to enjoy on the court square Saturday before parade time. I'll be telling you more soon. I hope you will plan to participate in the parade this year. Last year's was really spectacular and this year will be even bigger with your help and participation. Print an application and return to City Hall.

Local merchants are also looking at bringing back Thursday night shopping during the weeks leading up to Christmas, complete with carolers. If you think this is a good idea and would like the opportunity to shop late, and locally, on these nights, please let your favorite business owners know.

But before all this happens, the 3rd Annual Holiday in Haywood will take place November 12-14, at the National Guard Armory. This has become a great opportunity to do your early Christmas shopping. This year the kids can get their pictures made with Santa on Saturday and there will be live music. Sunday a new activity has been added - an opportunity to have a family portrait (or individual, group, organization, etc.) made for Christmas cards, ornaments, and a great selection of other items that can be used for gifts or mementos. Best of all no appointment is necessary. Of course, I'll be sharing more details about this event during the next couple of weeks.

If you enjoyed Mickey Utley at the Hatchie Fall Fest, you might be interested to know that he is planning a concert at the Ann Marks Theater Friday, November 26 - An Annual Thanksgiving Homecoming. Isn't that a great idea? Not sure about ticket prices yet, but go ahead and save the date. I'll let you know details as I get them.

Don't forget Trick or Treat with Me this Friday. Participating merchants are listed in the calendar below and are located throughout town, even at the West TN Delta Heritage Center. Bring the kids and enjoy a safe trick or treating experience. We have so much fun at this event and it also gives the merchants an opportunity to give back to the community.

Early voting ends today, but hours have been extended to give you a little extra time to get there. vote today from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Whether you've already voted, plan to vote today or waiting for the big Election Day ... it's important that we all VOTE!!!

Thank you to the Exchange Club, and everyone who bought a flag in memory and honor of a loved one, for the beautiful display on our courthouse lawn. I feel so proud when I see this. Another reason we should all make sure we vote. A special Commemorative Ceremony is planned for Veterans Day, November 11.

~ Sonia

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Thursday, October 28

Bethel MAEd Information Session

Bethel MAEd invites you to a information session on Thurs. Oct. 28, at 4-5 p.m., at the Chamber of Commerce (downstairs conference room). The next MAEd class starts November 13. The online applications fee will be waived until October 29. Please share with others to continue their education. For more information, contact Catherine Foster at 731-358-9260.

UT Extension Celebrates 100 Years

Thursday, October 28, you are invited to the Extension Office, 100 South Wilson, to help celebrate UT Extension's 100 year birthday. There will be food and fellowship as we celebrate this great public service provider. The event will start at 6 pm and end at 8 pm. There will be all types of mementos on display. Please RSVP before October 22, so that appropriate food can be ordered. Call 731-772-2861.

Friday, October 29

Trick or Treat with Me

Brownsville merchants invite children up to age 12 to trick or treat with them. Select merchants will be open late to greet children and share treats. Trick or treat with Me will take place from 4-7 p.m. Sponsored by the Brownsville Business Association.

Participating Merchants are:

1. A&B Printing, 1202 Anderson Avenue

2. All Care Chiropractic, 37 South Wilson

3. All That's Victoria, 9 South Lafayette

4. Brownsville Funeral Home, grassy lot on court square

5. Brownsville Radio, 42 South Washington

6. Brownsville Religious Center, 50 South Washington

7. City Pawn Shop, 18 East Jefferson

8. Comfort Inn, 120 Sunny Hill Cove, behind McDonald's

9. Crye-Leike Real Estate Specialists, 19 North Court

10. Lee Berry State Farm, 1014 East Main St.

11. Merle Norman & Traditions Gifts, 255 West Main Street

12. New Wave Communications, 48 S. Washington

13. Pat's Fabrics, 1210 Anderson Avenue

14. Personal Expressions Home Furnishings, 18 North Lafayette

15. Sunrise Inn, 328 West Main St.

16. The Coffee Pot, 257 West Main St.

17. The Computer Patch, 19 South Lafayette

18. The Economy Store, 4-5 p.m. only, 28 South Court

19. The Paisley Corner, 17 South Lafayette

20. T-Shirts Plus, 63 South Washington

21. Veranda Restaurant, 326 West Main Street

22. West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center, 121 Sunny Hill Cove, behind McDonald's

23. Williams Insurance Agency, 55 South Washington

Saturday, October 30

Marla Angotti Memorial 5K/10K Run

This annual run, sponsored by the 15th Review Club and in memory of Marla Angotti, will be held Saturday, October 30, at College Hill Center. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and race begins at 9 a.m. Each participant receives a t-shirt and metals will be given in the top 3 overall for 5K and 10K. Proceeds benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and local scholarships. For more information and to register, contact Julie Hooper at 731-499-2720. More info is also available at www.marlaangottirun.com.

Happy Halloween!

In the City of Brownsville, Halloween will be observed on Saturday, October 30.

Sunday, October 31

The Finchers in Concert

The Finchers will be in concert at Calvary Baptist Church, 624 Hatchie, on Sunday, October 31 at 4 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend the gospel singing and fellowship afterwards.

Family Fall Fest

Brownsville Baptist Church invites everyone to the Family Fall Festival on Sunday, October 31 from 5:30-8:00 P.M.. We will have everything that makes for a great festival: carnival-style games, a cake walk, a bouncing castle, candy, hamburgers, hot dogs and prizes. Costumes are welcome- but no scary costumes, please. Admission donation is 50 cents per person with a maximum of $2.00 per family. Free admission for everyone who brings two cans of food for our food drive.

Monday, November 1

Toddler Time at the Library

Toddler time at the Elma Ross Public Library will be held Monday, November 1 at 11 a.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their toddlers and enjoy lots of stories, songs, puppets, crafts and a snack.

NAACP Meeting

The NAACP will hold its monthly meeting Monday, November 1, at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held at the NAACP headquarters, 28 East Jefferson St.

Tuesday, November 2

Rotary Pancake Day

Brownsville Rotary Club will host its annual Pancake Day on Tuesday, November 2, beginning at 7 a.m. Cost is $5 per person. Pancakes are available for eat-in or carry-out in Culver Hall at First United Methodist Church on Franklin St. All proceeds benefit Rotary projects including scholarships. Tickets are available from any Rotary member, Haywood High Interact member or at the door.

Wednesday, November 10

Conversations at High Noon

Dunbar Carver Museum Presents "Conversations at High Noon" Wednesday, November 10 starting from 12 noon to 1 p.m. A stimulating and provocative presentation will precede each conversation led by Dr. Dorothy Granberry. Bring your lunch. Drinks will be provided. For additional information go to

www.carverdunbaralumni.com/Dunbar_Carver_Museum.html.

Thursday, November 11

Veterans Day Commemoration

A magnificent display of over 400 American Flags in honor or memory of our dear loved ones will be on display October 25 - November 15 on the Haywood County Courthouse lawn and the Brownsville City Hall lawn. A special Commemoration Ceremony will be held Veteran's Day, November 11, at noon, at the courthouse.

Friday, November 12 – Sunday, November 14

Holiday in Haywood

Brownsville's premier 3-day shopping mart event is planned for November 12, 13 & 14 at the National Guard Armory, 221 Morgan St. The event is free and open to the public. Hours are: Friday from 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.; Saturday from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; and Sunday from noon until 4 p.m. The event will feature over 20 retail and specialty merchants offering items to fill your holiday gift giving needs. Santa will be there to take pictures with the kids and receive wish lists Saturday from 12-2 p.m., there will also be live entertainment beginning at 2:30 p.m. Sunday families are invited to come in your Sunday best for Portraits by Castellaw Photography. No appointment is necessary and your photos will be available for gift giving, as ornaments, Christmas cards and many other options. This event is sponsored by the Brownsville Business Association. For more information, contact Monica Bivens at 731-772-4042.

Saturday, November 13

Wine in the Woods

Gather at a cabin on the Hatchie River, nestled deep in the woods, surrounded by beautiful Fall foliage, and warmed by a bonfire, to enjoy great wine, food and company. Wine Master Huddleston will introduce both red and white wines, explain their many complexities, and answer questions for all budding wine aficionados. Call your friends, dress comfortably and plan to join this very special event and support the YMCA Saturday, November 13, 4 - 6 p.m. Tickets are $30 per person. Directions will be sent by email to participants. Call the YMCA at 731-772-9748 to reserve your spot.

Sunday, November 14

Family & Friends Day

Tabernacle CME Church invited the community to Family and Friends Day Sunday, November 14. Lunch will begin at 1:30 p.m., followed by a special program featuring guest speaker Rev. Earnest Ligon, Dyer CME Church, Dyer, Tenn., at 2:30 p.m. For more information contact, Mary Cliff (731) 772-3828 or Mary Hines (731) 612-7878. Tabernacle CME Church is located on Thomas St. in Brownsville.

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