& Haywood County

April 4, 2008

Volume 4, Issue 13

Way to go, Curves! With the help of the community, Curves of Brownsville has collected 3,116 pounds during the 10th Annual Food Drive that ended March 30. This food will go to the Mustard Seed & Carl Perkins Center. See who the top 3 givers were and a picture of all that food at the Curves of Brownsville Blog.

The late Judge Kirby Matherne, of Brownsville, will be honored April 18 with the naming of a classroom at the UT College of Law. He was a very distinguished gentleman, who was actively involved in the community, both locally and statewide. Read more about Judge Matherne.

I’ve learned that young ladies and men who compete in beauty pageants will have two opportunities to be crowned in Haywood County this Spring. Crestview Healthcare is sponsoring a Miss Hatchie pageant April 26 and the Humane Society will sponsor a pageant on May 3. Both are benefit pageants, so if you are, or know someone, 21 years or younger, tell them about these events. More information about both pageants can be found on the Community Calendar.

There was a great crowd at the Connected Tennessee kick-off meeting Tuesday night. And a lot of very interesting information was shared. As a strategic plan for Haywood County is developed, it’s going to be very important to have your feedback. To begin with, Connected TN needs to know if you have access to high speed internet. If you only have access to dial-up in your home, please go to ConnectedTN.org and click on the icon at the bottom of the page where it says: Broadband is not available to me yet. Even if you use satellite because high-speed is not available in your area, please fill out the form and in the comment area tell why you use satellite.

Ever been to a wine tasting? Each year the local YMCA offers several “On the Town” events as part of their fundraising efforts. Coming up Saturday, April 19 is “A Taste of the Vineyards.” Tickets are $30. Wine Master Bill Huddleston, of Memphis, will present wines for every palate, and hors d’oeuvres to compliment each wine selection will also be served. Call the YMCA at 731-772-9748 to make your reservations for this special evening. There are other special evenings planned, too. Ask about them when you call.

Parks & Rec. has announced its Summer Food Program. This program provides kids, 18 and under, with free lunches during the summer at designated location across the county.

Don’t forget Flocked for a Cure. Send a flock of flamingo to a friend’s house for only $10. Call 731-772-8629. All proceeds benefit Relay for Life.

Hope you have a great weekend and remember, if you have something you want to talk about, visit the AAB Blog, click on a comments link and tell us what’s on your mind.

~ Sonia

Sunday, April 6

"Come Home for Our 100th"

First in a series of three concerts to be presented by the Wednesday Morning Musicale as they celebrate 100 years of the performing arts in Haywood County. The first concert will begin at 3 p.m., Sunday, April 6, at First Presbyterian Church, 109 West College St. Season tickets are available for $25/$5 students or $10 each for the April 6 concert. Those performing at the April 6 concert are Tom Bridgewater, Luke Churchill, Jennifer Churchill Friedman, Keith Gambill, Jennifer Simmons Milligan, and Paul Sorrell. For more information and tickets, contact Jo Matherne at 779-1117. Read more about the concert series.

Monday, April 7

Toddler Time at the Library

Toddler time at the Elma Ross Public Library will be Mondays, April 7 & 21, at 11 a.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their toddlers and enjoy lots of stories, songs, puppets, crafts and a snack.

Candlelight Vigil

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. The Exchange Club Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse will hold its annual Candlelight Vigil on Monday, April 7. This year's event will take place at the new Child Advocacy Center John Clinton Building at 130 Boyd Avenue, beginning at 5:15 p.m. There will also be a balloon launch during this year’s vigil. CP Center Director Linda Burns is extending an open invitation to everyone to come and share in this meaningful event. Refreshments will be served. Please join in this observance, as we band together in the fight for preventing child abuse.

Thursday, April 10

Leadership Haywood County Graduation

The Leadership Haywood County Board of Trustees invites you to a Graduation Dinner honoring the 2007-2008 Adult Leadership Class Thursday, April 10, at 6 p.m. The event will take place at the First South Community Room located at 308 West Main St. (formerly Yesterdays). Please RSVP to the chamber, 731-772-2193. Cost is $15 per person.

Friday, April 11

Legislative Update

You are invited to a Legislative Update Friday, April 11, at 8:30 a.m. Senator John Wilder and House Speaker Jimmy Naifeh will discuss current issues facing the Senate and House in Nashville. The event will be held at the Brownsville/Haywood County Chamber of Commerce, downstairs at 121 West Main Street. For more information, contact the Chamber at 731-772-2193.

News

UT College of Law Honors Late Judge L. Kirby Matherne

Free Meal Opportunity for Haywood County Children

Celebrate 100 Years of Performing Arts in Haywood County

"Take Out Child Abuse" during Child Abuse Prevention Month

4-H Camp Schedule Announced

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