All About Brownsville - January 16, 2009

& Haywood County

January 16, 2009

Volume 5, Issue 3

The 2009 Relay for Life campaign kicks-off this morning. If you get this message before 7:30 a.m., go on out to the hospital for the ceremony and a light breakfast. Then mark your calendar for this year’s event – June 12. Mrs. Carolyn Flagg has graciously agreed to take the helm for one more year, so expect to hear some exciting plans throughout the year. Keep up with the campaign at: www.relayforlife.org/haywood.

“Operation Round-up” begins this month. Brownsville Utility’s new program gives us an opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of our neighbors by “rounding-up” our utility bills to the next dollar. According to BUD General Manager Regie Castellaw, that means on average about 50 cents more per customer, which would amount to about $1000 - $2000 a month. The extra money goes to The Mustard Seed to help those who need assistance with their utilities. BUD does all the work, and all I have to do is pay a few cents extra each month. Which really means that once a month I will forgo that extra shot of espresso (in my hot caramel latte from the Sonic) to help a neighbor. A sacrifice I think I can live with. Plus, with utility rates dropping some, I don’t really sacrifice anything and if I’m conservative in my use of energy, I may even save a little. That’s what they call a win-win, right? It’s a very worthwhile, affordable way to help each other. I hope you choose to participate, too.

Dynametal and Lowe’s have made generous contributions to this year’s United Way campaign. Lowe’s Distribution Center and their employees donated just over $2,300 and Dynametal’s employee campaign returned $6,778. A great start to this year’s campaign. Read more.

Don’t forget about the new Master Gardener classes beginning Thursday, and if you’ve been wondering what a Hospitalist is, you can stop by the hospital lobby Thursday at 5 to learn more.

~ Sonia

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Friday, January 16

Relay for Life Kickoff

Everyone is invited to attend the 13th Annual American Cancer Society Relay for Life Kickoff on Friday, January 16, at 7:30 a.m., in the lobby of Haywood Park Community Hospital. We are urging all cancer survivors to attend, and the whole community is invited. If you do not have a team and would like to start one, please contact Carolyn Flagg at (731)772-0425 or (731)225-2570. Free continental breakfast will be served.

Tuesday, January 20

BBA Meeting

The Brownsville Business Association will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 5:30 p.m., in the Delta Room behind Backyard Barbecue, 703 East Main St. All members are encouraged to attend. Election of the 2009 Board of Directors will take place and you must be present to vote. Everyone is invited. For more information about the BBA, visit www.allaboutbrownsville.net/bba.

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, January 20, at the Hibachi Restaurant on Dupree St. For more information, please contact Commander Ray Dixon at 731-772-0400.

Thursday, January 22

What is a Hospitalist?

Dr. Connie Nickelson, Hospitalist for Haywood Park Community Hospital, will be speaking on "What is a Hospitalist?”. The program will start at 5 p.m., Thursday, January 22, in the lobby of Haywood Park Community Hospital. Everyone is invited to attend. A FREE light meal will be served. For more information, please contact Glenda Wilson or Jamie Ferge at (731)772-4110.

2009 Master Gardener Class

Sign-up for the 2009 Master Gardener class to be held beginning Thursday, January 22. If you want to learn about all aspects of gardening and landscaping, this is the class for you. The class will be taught on Thursday evenings, 6-9 p.m., at the Haywood County Agriculture Building, 100 South Wilson, Brownsville. If there are sufficient numbers, the staff will also conduct 9 a.m. - 12 noon sessions. The class dates are as follows: Jan. 22, Jan. 29, Feb. 5, Feb. 12, Feb. 19, Feb. 26, Mar. 5, Mar. 12, Mar. 19 and Mar. 26. Call 731-772-2861 for class details and costs.

Saturday, January 24

Joint UT/Memphis Basketball

UTK and UofM have a friendly rivalry when it comes to "roundball" and the two alumni groups are invited to watch the most anticipated game of the season for both teams. Bring your favorite TV viewing snack to share (also BYOB) and wear your team colors for a fun afternoon of watching the game. Tip-off time is 2:30 p.m., Saturday, January 24, at 916 Lee Avenue, Brownsville. You may RSVP by calling 731-779-1117 or e-mail jmatherne@insouth.com.

Sunday, January 25

Volunteer Orientation

Want to help others? Become a VOLUNTEER for the Exchange Club Carl Perkins Center. Opportunities to assist are endless! Attend orientation Sunday, January 25, 2-4 p.m., at the Carl Perkins Center located at 130 Boyd Avenue, Brownsville. Feel free to bring a friend. For more information, call 731-772-8378 or e-mail haywood@carlperkinscenter.org. Please RSVP in advance.

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