All About Brownsville

& Haywood County

May 1, 2009

Volume 5, Issue 17

Steve and I finally had the opportunity to work in the garden this past weekend. We tilled the small plot and now have a few tomatoes, eggplants and cabbages set out. Still lots more I want to plant. My problem is that weather and spare time don’t seem to coincide. When I commented to a friend on Monday that I was afraid to plant much because of the sever weather prediction for this week, he was quick to advise me to “do your part and let God do his.” So I’m planting when I can and if the weather suddenly beats it all to a pulp, I’ll just get back out there and plant more. After all, it was much later than this last year before we got things planted and we enjoyed fresh vegetable all season. Can’t ya just taste that mater sammich right now?

Okay, now that I have you hungry. Or maybe it’s just me. Anyway, you’ll be hungry around noon today, so plan to drop by the Brownsville Utility parking lot, on Wilson Street, for a hamburger or hot dog lunch. It’s going on from 11 – 1 and is a Relay for Life fundraiser.

Local business people are getting in gear for Spring with lots of special events and activities. Check out what these local businesses are offering in May: Merle Norman, Pat’s Fabrics and Morris Jewelers.

Don’t forget about Saturday’s Listening Forum at College Hill. School Board Member Daniel Thornton is hosting the event and welcomes your comments about our school system. Forum begins at 1:30 p.m.

Many are concerned about the recent outbreak of swine flu and our own Haywood Park hospital is quick to respond with education and breaking news. They have provided this link to keep us up-to-date and informed:

http://www.haywoodparkcommunity.com/BreakingNews/default.aspx

Do you love to fish? I’ve just learned that a large assortment of high-quality fishing rods will be for sale Saturday morning at the First Presbyterian Church Mexico Mission Yard Sale. Better get there early.

~ Sonia

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Friday, May 1

Hamburger/Hotdog Lunch

Brownsville Utility's Relay for Life team will host a Hamburger and/or Hotdog Lunch on Friday, May 1, from 11 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., in their parking lot off of North Wilson St. Cost is $5 for a Hamburger OR Hotdog plate and includes, chips and cookie; or $7 for a Hamburger AND Hotdog, plus chips and cookie. All proceeds will benefit Relay for Life.

Saturday, May 2

Mexico Mission Yard Sale

First Presbyterian Church will host a church-wide multi-family yard sale featuring lots of household items, kid’s toys, and lots more beginning at 6:30 a.m., Saturday, May 2, in the church parking lot, 109 West College St. Proceeds from the sale will benefit Mexico Missions. For more information about the church’s work in Mexico, visit www.yucatanmission.com. NOTE: Special treat for fishermen (and women) – a large assortment of high quality fishing rods will be available at great prices.

Xcellence, Inc. Yard Sale

Xcellence Inc. will host a multi-family yard sale Saturday, May 2 beginning at 7 a.m., at 61 Kleer-Vu Drive. Gently used clothing, household items, homemade desserts and BBQ will be available for sale. Proceeds will benefit the programs of Xcellence. For more information, contact Angella Palmer at 731-437-0015.

WRAP Pancake Breakfast

Wo/Men's Resource and Rape Assistance Program will host a Pancake Breakfast to benefit programs for abused women and children Saturday, May 2, from 7-10 a.m., at the VFW Post 1848, Highway 45 North in Jackson, Tenn. The Wrap program benefits women and children in Haywood County. Tickets are available by calling the WRAP office at 731-668-0411 or at the door. Cost is $4 per adult and $2 for children under 10.

LISTENING FORUM for Schools

School Board member Daniel Thornton will host a Listening Forum about Haywood County School Saturday, May 2, 1:30 p.m., at the Ann Marks Performing Arts Center. This is an opportunity for the community to voice their questions, comments, concerns and compliments about the school system. If a citizen prefers to submit their concerns in writing, please e-mail (thorntond@k12tn.net), text (731-780-1641) or mail (1234 Tabernacle Road, Brownsville, TN 38012) before May 1. This is a public forum and everyone is encouraged to attend.

Songs of a Lifetime

Songs of a Lifetime will be presented Saturday, May 2, 6 p.m., at Christ Church on Anderson Ave. (Hwy. 76 S.). The evening will feature music by Eddie Martin, Lori Presley, Blair Simpson, The Watkins Family, Reese Ferrell, The Elrod Family, Bobby and Becky Stokely and Jonathan Yates. There will be a silent auction featuring many collectible items. All proceeds from the event will benefit 10-year-old cancer patient Hunter Bryant.

Monday, May 4

Toddler Time at the Library

Toddler time at the Elma Ross Public Library will be held Monday May 4 & 18, at 11 a.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their toddlers and enjoy lots of stories, songs, puppets, crafts and a snack. Toddler time will only be offered once during the month of January.

Wednesday, May 6

Workforce Employer Forum

Haywood County Workforce Development will sponsor an Employer Forum Wednesday, May 6, from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m., at the Brownsville Family Restaurant. Guest speaker will be Duane Lavery, director of the Southwest Tennessee Economic Development Authority. The topic will be "What it takes to recruit and retain industries in rural towns." The program is an ongoing effort of the Workforce Employer Outreach Committee to provide valuable information to foster economic development in our area. Lunch is Dutch treat. For more information, contact Celeste Hubbard at 731-772-3490.

Thursday, May 7

National Day of Prayer

This will be a time for the whole community to come together for the purpose of praying for our country; all of our elected officials and our military personnel. The theme for this year's event is "Prayer America's HOPE." The event will take place on Thursday, May 7 on the courthouse lawn (in case of rain - inside the courthouse). The service will begin a little after noon at 12:05 until 12:35 p.m. For more information, contact Rev. Bob Connerley at Brownsville Baptist Church, 731-772-9753.

Spring Preview Party

Darlene and the crew at Merle Norman Cosmetics and Gifts, 17 South Lafayette, cordially invites you to a Spring Preview Party Thursday, May 7, from 5-7 p.m. The event will showcase new arrivals, like jewelry, flip flops and more. This will be a premier event filled with giveaways, refreshments and fun. For more information, call 731-772-9411. Learn more here ...

Neighborhood Watch Meeting Ward 2

Ward 2 will have a Neighborhood Watch meeting on Thursday, May 7, at 6 p.m. The meeting will be at the W.O.W. building at East Main and Boyd Street. Please come and share your concerns and ideas. For more information, contact Ward 2 Alderman Carolyn Flagg, 731-772-0425.

Saturday, May 9

5K Run/Walk

There will be a 5K Run/Walk Saturday, May 9, at the Douglass Community Center in Stanton. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the event begins at 9 a.m. Free t-shirts will be given to the first 100 entries. Entry donations of $20 per adult and $10 per child (12 and under). Door prizes will be given and medals for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places in each age group. Categories are for male and female. Age groups are: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 and over. All proceeds from the event will benefit Relay for Life. For more information and to enter, contact Jackie Clark at 901-481-5900.

Habitat Bake Sale

Habitat for Humanity will hold a Mother's Day Bake Sale Saturday, May 9, from 9 a.m. until noon, at the Wal-Mart parking lot on Dupree. All proceeds will benefit Habitat for Humanity.

Sunday, May 10

Mother’s Day!

Monday, May 11

Relay For Life Team Captain Meeting

Park and Recreation will host the Relay Team Captain’s Meeting on Monday, May 11, at 5:30 p.m., at the W.O.W. building at East Main and Boyd Street. All team captains are asked to please be present. Teams are still being accepted. Call Carolyn Flagg, 731-772-0425, or Alan Callery, 731-780-7018, for additional information. This year’s Relay for Life event is Friday, June 12.

Tuesday, May 12

Bethel MBA Program

Bethel College will be offering a free information session on Tuesday, May 12 at 6 p.m., for persons interested in beginning or continuing their college education. the MBA program is offered for flexible learning and classes are offered online through video lectures and podcasts. To learn more, please attend this informational seminar to be held at 51 Murray Guard Drive in Jackson. Seating is limited. Please RSVP to Catherine Foster at 731-358-9260 or e-mail: fosterb@bethel-college.edu.

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