All About Brownsville - January 27, 2011

& Haywood County

January 27, 2011 Volume 7, Issue 4

It's here! Bagels and Barbeque is installed and ready for you to drop by and view. By Monday I hope to have our complete companion exhibit up also. You'll recognize lots of local names and see some local artifacts from Temple Adas Israel, too.

Valentine's Day is getting closer and this year's Leadership Class is still taking orders for chocolate-covered strawberries ($15). Who wouldn't love that gift? Deadline to order is Feb. 11. Call any Leadership Class member.

"A Brownsville Homecoming" is tomorrow night. Don't miss it. Ann Marks Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Tickets will be available at the door, or drop by Livingston's or Insouth Bank.

Have you marked your calendar for this year's Relay for Life event? The date is June 17. The official kick-off will be February 22, 7:30 a.m. at the new Criminal Justice Complex, 100 South Dupree. Get these dates on the calendar so you will not miss it.

I'm in the beginning planning stage of a Memorial Day Weekend Flea Market/Craft Show/Concert event at the Delta Heritage Center. Looking for crafts people to participate. If you or someone you know is interested, please e-mail me.

I know there are lots of events planned for this spring and summer. Please let me know if you have something coming up you'd like on the AAB Calendar.

~ Sonia

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Thursday, January 27

Bagels and Barbeque

"Bagels and Barbeque: The Jewish Experience in Tennessee" traveling exhibit will open at the West Tennessee Delta Heritage Center. This is the story of a group of immigrants who came to Tennessee and how they embraced the culture they found here. Along with the Tennessee State Museum exhibit, a companion exhibit of local Jewish history will also be on display. Visit this website for more information: www.westtnheritage.com. The exhibit will be on display through March 27. Admission is free.

Tomcat Football Booster Meeting

The first football Booster meeting of the year will be held Thursday, January 27, 6:30 p.m., at the Delta Room, behind Backyard Barbecue. Bring any and all fundraising ideas. Parents, teachers, and community members who support Tomcat Football are invited to attend. This year will mark 100 years of Tomcat Football and the Booster Club is looking to make it an unforgettable year.

Friday, January 28

A Brownsville Homecoming

The Brownsville-Haywood county Arts Council presents "A Brownsville Homecoming" Friday, January 28 at 7 p.m., at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center. A night of gospel singing featuring Brownsville's best talents. Under the direction of Richard Dickerson, Minister of Music - Woodmont Baptist Church, Nashville, and Jennifer Simmons Milligan, this is the 4th year for the performance. Each year presents different entertainers and content. Tickets are $12.50 for adults and $6 per student. Tickets are available at Insouth Bank, Livingston's and at the door. Contact the Arts Council office for more information, 731-772-4883.

Sunday, January 30

Under Grace In Concert

Gospel singing group Under Grace will be in concert at Calvary Baptist Church, 624 Hatchie, on Sunday, January 30 at 4 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend the gospel singing and fellowship afterwards.

Monday, January 31

Relay for Life Team Captain Meeting

There will be a Relay for Life Team Captain's meeting Monday, January 31, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Parks and Rec building, 100 Boyd Ave. All team captains are asked to attend and anyone who would like to be a team captain for 2011 Relay for Life. For more information, contact Carolyn Flagg, 731-772-0425, or Alan Callery, 731-780-7018.

Tuesday, February 1

How to Contract with Local, State and Federal Government Workshop

Find new markets through local, state and federal contracts. this free workshop will be presented Tuesday, February 1, from 9 a.m until noon at the Brownsville-Haywood County Chamber of Commerce, 121 West Main St., Brownsville. The event is sponsored by the Chamber and the Tennessee Small Business Development Center. Pre-registration is required due to limited seating. Call the Chamber at 731-772-2193 to register. Learn the basics of government contracting. All attendees will receive resource material with the necessary information to become certified to qualify for government contracts.

Wednesday, February 2

Workforce Employer Outreach Meeting

Employers are invited to attend the Haywood County Workforce Employer Outreach Committee meeting Wednesday, February 2, from 11:30 a.m. until 1 p.m. The meeting topic will be Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Exempt vs Non-Exempt. Hours Worked, Record keeping and Overtime. The guest speaker will be Nettie Lewis, Assistant District Director, U. S. Dept. of Labor, Wage and Hour Division. Lunch is Dutch treat. Please RSVP by Monday, January 31, to Celeste Hubbard at 731-772-3490.

Friday, February 4

Wear RED for Women Zumba-thon

The Brownsville YMCA will host a National Wear Red for Women Zumba-thon Friday, February 4, from 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Registration begins at noon on Friday. Cost is $15. A portion of the ticket price will benefit the American heart Association. Be sure and wear RED. Local instructors are Kristy Jarrett, Leah Simpson and Lisa Carlton. The event will also include drawings for door prizes; free blood pressure screenings, blood sugar tests, and body mass index by Haywood Park Community Hospital; and Heart Smart Smoothies by Smoothie King. The event is sponsored by First State Bank and Dr. Don Spencer.

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