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Brownsville & Haywood County November 9, 2007 Volume
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Congratulations to this year’s Chamber of
Commerce award winners: Man of the Year – Carlton Veirs; Woman of the Year –
Emma Delk; Educator of the Year – Rhonda Thompson; Business/Industry of the
Year – Teknor Apex/Haywood Company; and Ambassador of the Year – Jo Anne
Finn. These are all very deserving people and dedicate a tremendous amount of
time and energy into making our community the best it can be. I also want to say thanks for naming me
Volunteer of the Year. It is a great honor and I appreciate it very much.
Thank you! And speaking of volunteering, I’ve just
learned that the Carl Perkins Center is in need of “Santas.” If you can help
sponsor Christmas for a child who otherwise would not have one, please call
the center, 772-8378. I understand there are 19 who have not been sponsored.
These children are not hard to please and after reading some of their wish
lists you realize simple things mean so much to these children. Please call
the center and let Linda and Sue Ellyn help you pick a child. You don’t have
to do everything, but every little bit means so much. If you are a business owner in Haywood
County, get ready for “Brownsville Lights.” That’s the theme of this year’s Business
Christmas Lighting Contest. Entry forms are available here or at the Gardner
Building on the Court Square. There are cash prizes for the winners and
judging will begin the night of the Christmas Parade December 1. “Brownsville
Lights” is sponsored by the Brownsville Business Association, but you don’t
have to be a member to enter. I hope all businesses will enter this contest
and help our community “glow” for the holiday season. Don’t forget to put your candles in your
windows at home. Remember when every home in Haywood County displayed the
welcoming glow of the single white candle in each window? It hasn’t been that
long ago and it’s time to bring this long-time tradition back. ~ Sonia |
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Saturday,
November 10 |
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Wild for Wildlife Festival Ark R.A.I.N. Wildlife
Sanctuary will host the 1st Annual Wild for Wildlife Family Fun
Fest on Saturday, November 10 from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. The event will take place
at 469 Coburn Road. The Sanctuary is a "safe haven" which takes in
animals for various reasons that are in need of special care and a loving
place to reside the rest of their lives. For some animals Ark R.A.I.N.
Wildlife Sanctuary is the last resort before euthanasia and currently home to
around 65 species of rare, unusual, threatened or endangered animals,
reptiles and birds from 6 continents. For more information, contact Toni at
731-780-3678. All proceeds from this event will benefit the Sanctuary. Visit
their website at: www.arkrain.org Singing Firefighter at Mt. Pleasant In his last local concert this
year, Brownsville's own Capt. David Smith, otherwise known as The Singing
Firefighter, will perform at Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church Saturday,
November 10, at 6 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. |
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Sunday,
November 11 |
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Holly Grove Baptist Church Loyalty Day Holly Grove Baptist Church, at
8488 Poplar Corner Road, will hold its annual Loyalty Day on Sunday, Nov. 11.
Dr. Bob Elliott, former interim pastor, will speak and Holly Grove Men's
Quartet will bring the special music. There will be dinner on the grounds at
noon. Sunday school will begin at 9:45 a.m. and worship will begin at 11 a.m.
A special offering will be taken for the church's building fund. All are
invited! Holiday Open House Join local merchants as they usher in the holiday season with a special “Holiday Open House.” Get in the holiday spirit and take advantage of the early season specials. Doors open from 1-5 p.m. Participating merchants include: The Treasure Chest, Merle Norman, Fine Things, Brenton Beautiful, Kimmie’s Image Salon and Your Yoga Source. |
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Monday,
November 12 |
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Veteran's Day Observance Brownsville and Haywood County
will observe Veteran's Day with a special ceremony on Monday, Nov. 12, at 11
a.m., on the courthouse lawn. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend
this special event. Captain Mark Avery will be the guest speaker. The event
is sponsored by the local VFW. |
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Tuesday,
November 13 |
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Jewell’s Fashions Grand Opening Everyone is invited to attend the
Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting of Jewell’s Fashions located at 20 South
Washington, on the court square, Tuesday, Nov. 13 at 10 a.m. Holiday Extravaganza II All Wrapped Up in Holiday Cheer
is the theme of this year's Holiday Extravaganza to be held from 6-8 p.m.,
Tuesday, November 13 at Southwest Tennessee Electric. Sessions will feature
easy-to-create decorating ideas for winter holidays, fun crafts to celebrate
the season, holiday gifts from the heart and delicious recipes to nourish the
holiday spirit. Registration fee is $10 and limited to the first 30
participants. Come sample the treats and be entertained by the Haywood High
School Show Choir. This program is presented by UT Extension. Contact
Extension Agent Tennille Short, 772-2861, for more information. |
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Friday,
November 16 |
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Lasco Thanksgiving Give-A-Way On Friday, Nov. 16, Lasco Relay
for Life Team will hold a drawing for a Turkey Fryer, peanut Oil, Turkey and all
the trimmings to complete a holiday meal. Tickets are available for donations
of $1 each, 3 for $2 or 7 for $5. All proceeds will go to the American Cancer
Society. To make a donation contact: Joy - 779-2253; Vicki - 779-2200; Jessie
- 779-2230; or Janet - 779-2232. |
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Saturday,
November 17 |
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Benefit for Jordan Sweat Saturday, November 17, beginning
at 11 a.m., a benefit will be held at The Store, 438 Thomas Road, for Jordan
Sweat. Jordan is a 10 year old who was injured in a 4-wheeler accident and
has been a patient at Vanderbilt in Nashville. Food will be served at 11
a.m.; a Cake Walk will begin at 2 p.m.; and an auction is planned at 3 p.m.
If you have items to donate for the auction and cake walk, please contact
Darlene at 772-4076. For more information about the event, you may also
contact Cherry or Tina at 779-9342. |
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