All About Brownsville - February 6, 2009

& Haywood County

February 6, 2009

Volume 5, Issue 6

I sometimes get requests from people who have found All About Brownsville while doing internet research. About a year ago I received an e-mail from David Lubin, originally form Chicago but living in Mexico. Mr. Lubin told me he and a photographer from Sweden came here in the early 60s to make a film. He remembered staying with a “large African–American family on a farm … they had a gospel group with their kids.” He also met Sleepy John Estes. I forwarded him some contact info of people that I thought could help him find the name of this family and honestly, I had forgotten about it. I was pleasantly surprised this week when John Ashworth called to tell me he had been in touch with Lubin all this time and that they have planned a special event for the community. I have since talked to Lubin again and am looking forward to meeting him and hearing more about his adventures in Brownsville. The exhibit and presentation by Lubin is planned for Saturday, Feb. 21, at Carver. I will have more details next week, but please go ahead and make a note of this on your calendar. I promise this will be a very interesting, and educational, event. Here’s a short bio about Lubin and a brief description of his trip.

Another event you’ll want to go ahead and mark on your calendar is a book signing by Scott Pearson. Pearson is a Haywood County native and his debut novel “Rupture,” the first in a series, has just been released. He will be signing copies Sunday, February 15, from 2-4 p.m., at College Hill. Books will be available for purchase at the event.

I also had the pleasure this week to meet Mike Chouinard. Chouinard is the Hatchie Wildlife Refuge Manager. He has been here just over a year and after talking to him briefly Monday evening, I am excited about his ideas and hopes for the future of our refuge. There is a public meeting planned for Thursday, February 12, to discuss proposed recreational changes at the refuge and an opportunity to share your thoughts and ideas about the refuge. Learn more about the meeting …

Vision Haywood County is accepting applications for their Spring Vision Grants. The money for these grants is made possible through donations from industry and business in Haywood County. They are available to fund “educational, cultural, scientific and literary projects.” Deadline to apply is February 17. Get your application here … or at the Chamber office, 121 West Main.

Lasco is offering Portrait Packages ($9.95) as Relay for Life fundraiser. They have a couple of options you can choose from. Deadline for getting one of these packages is February 25. Learn more here or call 731-779-1832 for more details.

Parks & Recreation Relay Team is offering a Stew Luncheon Friday, February 20, beginning at 11 a.m., at the Parks & Rec. building on Boyd Ave. ,t o benefit Relay for Life. Cost is $6 for plate or $22 per gallon (please provide your own container). They will deliver, but all delivery orders must be placed by Thursday, Feb. 19. Call 731-772-6693 to place an order. Plate includes stew, crackers, dessert and a drink. Eat in or carry out.

Valentine’s Day is coming up. Remember to shop locally for your sweetheart’s gift and then plan to attend one of the fun Valentine’s Day night events listed in the calendar below.

~ Sonia

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Saturday, February 7

King & Queen of Hearts Pageant

The King & Queen of Hearts Pageant to benefit the Brownsville-Haywood County Humane Society will be held Saturday, February 7, beginning at 10 a.m. at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center, Brownsville. The pageant is open to boys ages 0-8 years and girls ages 0-21 years. Queens from the 6-9, 10-12, 13-15 and 16-21 age groups will qualify to compete in the Strawberry Territorial Revues. Registration fee is $25 at the door. Optional categories are $10 each, and contestants may enter all categories (there are 7) for $55. Entry forms and more information are available by contacting Linda Timbes, 731-661-0925, or Karley Bond, 731-616-5350. All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Humane Society. Admission fees to the pageant are $3 for adults, $1 for children under 12. One parent per contestant is admitted free.

Tuesday, February 10

Tax Help

Did your family earn less than $42,000 in 2008? Will you file the 1040, 1040A, or 1040 EZ form? If so, you could be eligible for a credit of up to $4,824 with the Earned Income Tax Credit as well as FREE Tax Preparation and Electronic Filing!!! Attend a free seminar to find out more at the UT - Extension Office, 100 S. Wilson Ave, Tuesday Afternoons thru Feb. 24, from 1-4 p.m. Sponsored by UT Extension, First State Bank, United Way of West Tennessee, and the Internal Revenue Service Department of the Treasury. Please bring a valid picture ID of taxpayer (and spouse if married filing jointly; both the taxpayer and spouse must be present to file a joint return); All W-2s and tax documents; Social Security cards for all; Routing/Account numbers for direct deposit; any Child care provider information; and Amount of 2008 Economic Stimulus Payment. For more information, contact the Extension office at 731-772-2861.

Thursday, February 12

Dining with Diabetes

Classes began Feb. 5 and pre-registration was required. Call the Extension office to see if spots are still available or to be informed when a new class begins.

UT Extension presents "Dining with Diabetes." Diabetics and people who care for them will learn how to effectively manage diabetes and receive recipes and cooking tips during this 4-session class. Classes will meet from 3-5 p.m., on Thursday afternoons in February at the Haywood Park Community Hospital dining room. Class size is limited to 25 and you must pre-register. Call 731-772-2861 for more details and to sign up. Classes are free to the public.

Hatchie National Wildlife Public Meeting

A special public meeting will be held Thursday, February 12, beginning at 6:30 p.m., at the UT Extension office, 130 South Wilson St., to seek public input about some proposed recreational changes at the Refuge. Read more here...

Saturday, February 14

Happy Valentine’s Day

Several local merchants are offering some great deals for Valentine’s. Please shop locally for the best gifts for your sweetheart. I have listed some I am aware of on the AAB Blog. If you know about some special deals, please post a comment on the blog and share with everyone.

Free Weight Management Classes

(NOTE: New Location) Curves of Brownsville, 317 West Main St., is offering a free weight management classes on Saturday, February 14, at 10 a.m. Classes are taught by Curves' Registered Dietician Nadia Rodman and facilitated by weight management coaches from Curves of Brownsville. Classes are open to members and non-members. For more information, call 731-779-9400.

Sweethearts & the Blues

You are invited to a special Valentines Dinner and Dance "Sweethearts & the Blues" featuring the music of Mickey Rogers and the Soul Master Band Saturday, February 14, at the Brownsville Country Club. Dinner, prepared by Greg Morris and Allen Currie, will begin at 6:30 p.m., with entertainment following at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 per person. For more information, contact David Duke at 731-772-4146 or 731-780-5291.

Relay for Life Valentine Banquet

Haywood County Relay for Life will host a Valentine Banquet Saturday, February 14, 7 p.m., at the National Guard Armory on Morgan St. Everyone is invited and tickets are $15.00. They can be purchased at INSOUTH Bank, First South Bank or any Relay for Life team member. Last year's event was a great success and the food and entertainment was wonderful. All proceeds go to the Haywood County Relay for Life. Dress is casually sharp, you don’t have to have evening attire to attend, just come join you’re friends for an evening of dining, dancing and fun.

Sunday, February 15

Book Signing Event

Haywood County Native Scott Pearson’s debut novel "Rupture" has recently been released and Pearson will be meeting old friends and signing copies of his book at a book-signing event Sunday, February 15, 2-4 p.m., at College Hill Center. Books will be available for purchase at the signing and will soon be available at Books-A-Million in Jackson. Everyone is invited.

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