All About Brownsville - January 23, 2009

& Haywood County

January 23, 2009

Volume 5, Issue 4

Are you a UT or UofM alumni? If so, and you’re a basketball fan, you should consider joining the big TV party to watch the game this Saturday. More details are below or call Jo Matherne, 779-1117, for more information.

“Preventing Burglaries – How to Protect Your Home” is the subject of the January 29, District 6 Neighborhood Watch meeting. Everyone is invited. With all the break-ins recently, this is something I’m sure we all want to know more about. The meeting starts at 7 p.m., at Bluff Creek Baptist Church on Dr. Hess Road.

I learned this week that Curves of Brownsville is moving to a new location, 317 West Main Street, effective February 1. If you are participating in the free weight management class, you’ll want to make note of that for the Feb. 14 class.

UT Extension is offering a free tax preparation class for families who earned less than $42,000 in 2008. The class is offered on Tuesday afternoons, 1-4 p.m., through Feb. 24. Also coming up is "Dining with Diabetes." UT offers this program yearly and has proved invaluable to those with diabetes or those who care for diabetics. Classes will meet from 3-5 p.m., on Thursday afternoons in February at the Haywood Park Community Hospital dining room. Classes are free but size is limited so you must pre-register. Call 731-772-2861 for more information about both programs.

Lots of stuff going on this week, but it will not be complete until you attend “Brownsville Homecoming II” Saturday night at the Ann Marks Theater. Some of Brownsville’s best talents will be back on stage, under the direction of Richard Dickerson and Jennifer Simmons Milligan, for an evening of gospel singing. Tickets are $12.50 per adult and $5 per student, and available at Livingston's, Insouth Bank and the Arts Council office.

“Survival Tips for Small Business” is the subject of an upcoming seminar on Feb. 5. The class is co-sponsored by the Tennessee Small Business Development Centers, Brownsville Haywood County Chamber of Commerce and the Brownsville Business Association. There is no cost and it will be offered twice that day, noon and 5:30 p.m., giving everyone an opportunity to attend. If you are in business or thinking about starting one, contact the chamber to reserve your seat, 731-772-2893.

Lots going on to finish out the last week of the first month of the year. Check the calendar regularly for additions and be sure to check out all the activities already planned for February, too.

~ Sonia

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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.

Monday, January 26

Caregiver Support Group

Caregivers are invited to attend a monthly support group meeting Monday, January 26. Haywood County Health Department's Cindy Wilkins will conduct the seminar. This month's focus will be "Crimes and Seniors." All caregivers are encouraged to attend the 10 a.m. meeting at the Brownsville Senior Center. For more information, please contact Peggy or Reba at 731-772-2438.

Tuesday, January 27

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.

Wednesday, January 28

Lunch 'N Learn at the Library

Lunch and Learn is planned for Wednesday, January 28, at noon at the Elma Ross Public Library. This month’s guest speaker will be Jean Smith of Farm Services Agency. Remember to bring your lunch and the library will provide your drink and dessert. Call the library, 772-9534, for more information.

Thursday, January 22

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 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.

Preventing Burglaries

Learn how to protect your home and property at the January 29 meeting of the East Haywood County Neighborhood Watch. The Sheriff's Department will be on hand to give tips on protecting our homes and also talk about drug recognition. Haywood County Solid Waste Director Clinton Neal will give a brief presentation on recycling. Everyone is invited to attend. Meeting will be held at Bluff Creek Baptist Church, 3480 Dr. Hess Road and begins at 7 p.m. For more information, contact Becky Booth at 731-780-2641.

Saturday, January 31

A Brownsville Homecoming II

The Brownsville Haywood County Arts Council will present "A Brownsville Homecoming II" Saturday, January 31, 7 p.m., at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center. A night of gospel singing featuring some of Brownsville's best. The concert is under the direction of Richard Dickerson, Minister of Music at Woodmont Baptist Church in Nashville, Tenn., and assisted by Jennifer Simmons Milligan, formerly of Brownsville. Tickets are $12.50 per adult and $5 per student. Tickets are available at Livingston's, Insouth Bank and the Arts Council office. More information is available by calling the Arts Council at 731-772-4883.

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