July 2010

BBA Meeting: The Brownsville Business Association will hold its meeting on Tuesday, July 20, 5:30 p.m., in the Delta Room behind Backyard Barbecue, 703 East Main St. All members are encouraged to attend. We will be discussing the plans for the empty lot and possible enhancements. Everyone is invited. 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, July 19, at 11 a.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their toddlers and enjoy lots of stories, songs, puppets, crafts and a snack. Toddler time will only be offered once during the month of July.
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Lunch 'N Learn at the Library: Lunch and Learn is planned for Wednesday, July 28, 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, July 20, at the Hibachi Restaurant on Dupree St. For more information, please contact Commander Ray Dixon at 731-772-0400.
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Send-Off for Special Olympic Basketball Team: There will be a celebration send-off for the HHS Special Olympic Boys Basketball Team on Tuesday, July 13 at 4 p.m. in front of the courthouse. There will be free popcorn and drinks and First State Bank is providing a cake for all to enjoy. Everyone is invited to come, bring your family and friends and wish our team the best of success at the National Olympics in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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Journey for Control: Haywood Park Community Hospital will host a free diabetes class entitled "Journey for Control" Tuesday, July 6, beginning at 5:30 p.m., in the hospital cafeteria.
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Christ Church VBS: Christ Church will hold is annual Vacation Bible School beginning Monday, June 28 through Friday, July 2, from 6-8:30 p.m. A free supper will be served beginning at 5 p.m. VBS kids and parents are also invited to Fireworks and Ice Cream on July 4.
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Pat’s Fabrics 2 Year Anniversary: Pat’s Fabrics and Creative Sewing, 1210 Anderson, is celebrating its First Anniversary Saturday, July 10, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Everyone is invited to stop by for special savings, great food and fun.
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Fifth Annual Kids Day: 5th Annual Kids Day will be held Thurs., July 22, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m., at Volunteer Park. Free games, food, water slides, jumpers,face painting & etc. This event is co-sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and Parks and Recreation. For more information, call the Chamber at 772-2193 or Parks and Rec. at 772-6693.
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Health Awareness Conference: West Tennessee residents are invited to a Health Awareness and Resource Conference Monday, July 19, 6 p.m., at Willow Grove M.B. Church. The church is located at 5157 Hwy. 70 East. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call 786-223-1111 or 731-635-8499.
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Skate Park Ribbon Cutting: Ribbon cutting ceremony for the new skate park at Eastside School will be held at 9 a.m., Thursday, July 1. Everyone is invited to attend.  
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Football Sign-ups: Shelby Youth Sports is having sign-ups for football, ages 6 - 14, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, July 3, at the L Z Hurley Memorial Football Field. Birth certificate and current Photo ID required. For more information contact Donez Richmond 780-5628; Alfred Perkins 780-4454; Terry Walker 780-8473; or Melvin Currie 443-9300.
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Cheerleader Sign-ups: Shelby Youth Sports is having sign-ups for Cheerleaders, ages 5 - 14 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, July 3, at the L Z Hurley Memorial Football Field. Birth certificates and current Photo ID required. For more information contact Donez Richmond 780-5628; or Kim Polk 443-6555. 
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Book Signing: There will be a book signing from 2 - 4 p.m., at the Elma Ross Public Library Saturday, July 3. Come and meet Brownsville native John J. Mask as he presents his book "One Man's Mind: A Collection of Inspirational Poems". For additional information, you may contact the Elma Ross Library at 772-9534. 
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Senior Orientation: The Class of 2011 is asked to attend a Senior Orientation Tuesday, July 27, from 6-8 p.m., at Haywood High School. Students and parents are needed at this event. The STEP program will be introduced along with lots of other information the seniors will need during their last year at HHS.
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HHS 4-Man Scramble Golf Tournament: The Haywood High School Football Quarterback Club will host a 4-Man Scramble Golf Tournament Thursday, July 15, beginning at 12 noon, at the Brownsville Country Club. Entry fee is $240 per team, $10 per person Mulligan package. Sign-in at noon in the Pro Shop. Prizes and trophies will be awarded. Proceeds will benefit the 2010-2011 Tomcat Football team. For more information, contact Kenny McRae at 731-234-5519.
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Summer Youth Summit: There will be a Summer Youth Summit at Faith Deliverance Church, 1193 Tamm St., Friday, July 16, 9 a.m. until midnight. It will include sessions, a concert and free giveaways. For more information or to register, call 731-734-2412.
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Forever Parents Class: Every third Monday Forever Parents Class is held at the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center from 4 - 8:00 p.m. In January of 2000, the State of TN passed a law requiring all divorcing parents and those petitioning for a change of custody to complete a four-hour seminar concerning parenting. According to the law the seminar shall educate parents concerning how to protect and enhance the child's emotional development and inform the parents regarding the legal process. The seminar shall also include a discussion of alternative dispute resolution, marriage counseling, the judicial process and common perpetrator attitudes and conduct involving domestic violence. The seminar shall be educational in nature and not designed for individual therapy. Minor children shall be excluded from attending these sessions. The group setting encouraging open discussion and questions and the leader will present tools and ideas about how to build a relationship with each other geared toward co-parenting. The fee is $40.00 cash. Contact the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center at 731-772-8378 to set up an appointment.
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Parenting Classes: Parenting classes are offered every Tuesday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center. These classes are in a ten week session. This program provides support and develops parenting skill in its participants. It promotes positive parenting and healthy discipline techniques. There is not a fee for the program and it is open for anyone to attend. Please contact the Exchange Club-Carl Perkins Center at 731-772-8378 if you are interested in attending these classes.
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Ken-Ten Truck and Tractor Pull: The Ken-Ten Truck and Tractor Pull will be held Saturday, July 24, beginning at 7 p.m. The event will take place at the field next to Pictsweet on Anderson Avenue. Concessions will be available. Local trucks and tractors are invited to participate.
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After Hours Open House: The Haywood After-Hours Clinic will hold a Health & Wellness Open House today, Thursday, July 22, from 5 to 7 p.m. They are located at 2555 N. Washington Suite #3, directly across from the ambulance entrance of the Haywood Park Community Emergency Room. The public is invited to meet the staff and take a tour of the clinic while enjoying free refreshments, health educational screenings, and an opportunity to win two $50 Wal-Mart gift cards. The clinic will be also be offering blood pressure, diabetes, motor skills, and nutritional health stations, as well as hand washing demonstration for children. Even during the Wellness & Health Open House, the Haywood After-Hours Clinic will be open during its regular hours, which are Tuesday through Friday from 3:00 PM until 11:00 PM, Saturday and Sunday from noon until 8 PM. No appointment is necessary and all patients are seen on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please call (731) 772-0008 for more information.
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Meet the Candidates Fish Fry: Stanton Neighborhood Watch invites residents of Haywood County to downtown Stanton Friday, July 30, from 4-8 p.m., to meet the Haywood County Candidates and enjoy a fish fry. Fish plates are $7 each and include 2 fillets, white beans, slaw, bread or hushpuppies and a drink. Homemade ice cream will be available for $1 extra. Everyone is invited to attend and meet and talk with all the candidates running for office in Haywood County.
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Boxful of Blessing: BoxFul Of Blessing will be holding there monthly contemporary christian concert on July 31, from 6-8 p.m. at Ann Marks Performing Arts Center. Admission is free. Local talent will be performing.
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Willow Grove Pre-Anniversary Banquet: Willow Grove M.B. Church will host a Pre-Anniversary Banquet in honor of Pastor Rev. Tom Averyheart on Saturday, July 24, at 6 p.m. at the Carver School Gymnasium, 709 East Jefferson Street.  Rev. Averyheart has been the pastor of Willow Grove M.B. Church for the past 37 years. Tickets: $20.00 (adults); $10.00 (ages 7-18). $150.00 (table of 8). For additional information or to purchase tickets, please contact Kenneth Currie at 731-780-3977 or Tracy L. Taylor at 731-443-2229.
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