Brownsville

& Haywood County

November 17, 2006

Volume 2, Issue 45

I’d like to say a personal thank you to Brownsville Radio and the sponsors of the broadcast Friday of the Veteran’s Day/Field of Flags ceremony. I could not be there, but listened to what I could on the radio. Thank you for allowing me that option. I’m sure there were many who couldn’t attend who were thankful to have this option. Speaking of the flags, the courthouse lawn looks so bare. It’s time to get our Christmas trees out and start decorating again for our annual “Courtsquare Christmas.” And don’t forget to place a single clear candle in your windows before December 2. The chamber is once again sponsoring their Christmas tree and lighting contests and entry forms are available there. Call 772-2193 for details. Many merchants and businesses along the parade route are planning to stay open all day Saturday, Dec. 2, and up until parade time at 6 p.m. So plan to do a little Christmas shopping while waiting for the parade to start. Also for your convenience, area businesses are planning to be open until 7 p.m., on Thursday nights in December. No excuse not to shop Brownsville this holiday season. A little elf has told me the Enchanted Forest will be open again and don’t tell the kids, but Santa will be there, too.

This week’s All About Brownsville is a two-in-one issue, as I will be out of town next week. I hope you will enjoy your Thanksgiving holiday and remember all that we have to be thankful for here in Haywood County.

I’ll talk to you again on December 1.

Sonia

Tuesday, November 21

Community Thanksgiving Service

This year’s Community Thanksgiving Service will be a Christ Church on Hwy. 76 South. Services will begin at 7 p.m. and the whole community is invited.

Thursday, November 23

Happy Thanksgiving!!

Monday, November 20

InSouth Opens Newest Branch

InSouth Bank’s newest branch in front of Wal-Mart SuperCenter opens for business today, Monday, November 20. The Holly Park branch on East Main is now closed. Watch for the grand opening and ribbon cutting coming soon.

Thursday, November 30

Still Stepping in Stuff

For those who know Taylor Wilson, managing editor of Mid-South Hunting & Fishing News and Bill Dance Publishing, Inc., you understand the title completely. “Still Stepping in Stuff” is a follow up to Taylor’s first book, “Backwater, Briars and Other Stuff I’ve Stepped In” and a must have for any hunter or fisherman. Thursday evening, November 30, Taylor will give a glimpse of the content of his book at a special reading and book signing. The reading begins at 7 p.m., at Sportsman’s Connection on Anderson Avenue. To reserve your book(s), contact Taylor at 731-772-9962 or e-mail, taylor65@bellsouth.net. Books will also be available for purchase Thursday night.

Friday, December 1

Christmas Basket fundraiser

It’s time for the annual Christmas Basket Fundraiser held each year to raise money for food baskets given to needy families in our community. It’s a collaborative effort between our local radio station WTBG 95.3 (Brownsville Radio) and our County Mayor Franklin Smith. The radiothon will begin at 7:15 a.m., Friday morning, December 1. Paul Jackson will be on hand to host, along with County Mayor Franklin Smith and the whole Brownsville Radio crew. Call 731-772-3500 or 772-3200 to pledge your donation to this worthwhile project. Volunteers are always needed to help deliver these baskets as well. Contact the County Mayor’s office to volunteer your time. Last year the event raised over $25,000 in just a few hours.

Gingerbread Family Night

You can always tell the holidays are just around the corner when the Elma Ross Public Library hosts it “Gingerbread Family Night.” This year’s event is scheduled for Friday, December 1, at 7 p.m. Everyone always enjoys this family event that allows you to build your very own Gingerbread house while listening to the popular story of the Gingerbread Boy. Space is limited and reservations are required. There is a small fee of $1 per house to help offset the cost of materials. Call now to reserve your spot, 772-9534.

Saturday, December 2

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

The Boys & Girls Club, Brownsville Unit, will host a special Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony Saturday night, December 2, at 5 p.m., on the courthouse lawn. The ceremony is in conjunction with the Boys & Girls Club's Windows of Hope fundraiser, where donors help light the windows of the courthouse during the holiday season. Call the Boys & Girls Club at 731-772-0552, to purchase a candle in honor or memory of a loved one.

The Night Before Christmas

Beginning at 6 p.m., this year’s Christmas parade will usher in the start of the holiday season. Santa officially arrives in Brownsville Saturday, December 2. Park your cars early, stroll around town and enjoy the shopping and restaurants before the parade. Have an idea for a great float or parade entry? Everyone is invited to participate. Entry forms are available at the Emergency Management office or by calling 731-772-1227. Entry deadline is November 27, 2006. This year’s theme is “The Night Before Christmas.”

The Angellettes 2nd Anniversary

The Angellettes are a young Haywood County group who formed two years ago on December 1. They are inviting everyone to join the celebration at 6 p.m., December 2, at the W. O. W. building on Boyd Avenue. Many quartets, choirs, duets and soloist will be participating in the celebration. There is no admission charge, but they are asking that a love offering of $3 be given. If you can't give, please don't let that stop you from coming. Hot dogs, drinks and other concessions will be available. There will also be a giveway. For more information or to participate in the celebration, contact LaSonya Watkins at 731-734-2276

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