All About Brownsville - November 12, 2009

& Haywood County

November 12, 2009

Volume 5, Issue 42

It's here! The 2nd Annual Holiday in Haywood starts tomorrow. Over 20 retail merchants will be set-up inside the Wyatt-Duke National Guard Armory. Admission is free. Doors open Friday morning at 11 a.m. Food will be available all three days. I hope you've made that gift-giving list already. And Santa will be there Saturday from 10-2. Bring the kids for pictures. All proceeds will benefit the Carl Perkins Center.

Very special Veteran's Day ceremony at the courthouse yesterday. The local VFW Post 4838 and the DAR sponsored the event. Ray Dixon served as host and recognized veterans of all conflicts, plus local public servants and those currently serving in the military. Col. Jeff Taylor was the guest speaker and did a great job. What an honor for us that he would come back home to speak on such an occasion. Col. Brad Bishop also did a great job and I’m glad that he is back safe and sound from his second tour in Iraq. Brownsville and Haywood County still have several who are serving in the Middle East and others who are slated to leave within the next month of so. Please continue to remember all the men and women in your prayers.

The Scholastic Book Fair starts Monday at the high school. Everyone is invited. Lots of great books to choose from and some gift items will be available, too. Details below.

Thinking of giving family photos for Christmas this year, or just haven’t had one made in a while? The Lasco Relay for Life team is selling gift certificates for your choice of several family portrait specials. For $9.95, you can choose from an 8x10 family portrait or 2 8x10, 4 5x7 and 16 wallet of Puttin’ on the Ritz Kids Portraits (age 3 mos. – 10 years). All of the $9.95 goes to the American Cancer Society. Deadline for purchasing a gift certificate is November 25. Call Vicki Williams, 779-1800, or Joy Williams, 779-1853, for more details.

Last year the local Carl Perkins Center was able to provide 125 children with Christmas. Children who would have otherwise gone without. The center was able to do this with your sponsorships of a child or family. And this year it is anticipated that even more will need our help. If you or your group can sponsor a child, please contact the center at 731-772-8378. They will provide you with a wish list and all the information you’ll need to help make a child’s Christmas wish come true.

Tuesday is the Arts Council’s presentation of The ‘Nutcracker.' Tickets are $12.50 for adults and students get in for $6. There will be two special performances for the students at Haywood Elementary during the day and the evening performance is at 7 p.m. Since it is a school night, the performance will be 60 minutes. Get your tickets at Livingston’s or Insouth. There will also be tickets available at the door. More details below.

The local Community Thanksgiving Service is planned for Tuesday, November 24, 7 p.m., at First United Methodist Church. Proceeds from the offering that night will go to the Mustard Seed.

~ Sonia

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Thursday, November 12

Republican Party to Meet

The Haywood County Republican Party will meet Thursday, November 12, 6 p.m., downstairs at the Chamber of Commerce. Discussions will continue regarding upcoming elections. All citizens are invited.

Friday, November 13 – Sunday, November 15

Holiday in Haywood

Brownsville's premier 3-day shopping mart event is planned for November 13, 14 & 15, at the Wyatt Duke National Guard Armory. Hours are Friday from 11 a.m. -9 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. Sponsored by the Brownsville Business Association, this year’s retailers will feature items such as jewelry, fabric, books, toys, clothing for ladies and children, floral and woodwork, hand-blown glass and painted glass, all types of personalized gift items, and lots more. Food will be served all three days and Santa will visit on Saturday for pictures with the kids from 10-2. Pictures are $5 and all proceeds go to the Haywood County Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. There will be door prizes and giveaways throughout the three-day period.

Saturday, November 14

Free Weight Management Classes

Curves of Brownsville will be conducting a free weight management class Saturday, November 14, 2009, at 10 a.m. The classes will teach Curves' proven method for losing weight and raising metabolism. More studied than any other program, Curves' classes are based on the groundbreaking new research findings of the Exercise & Sport Nutrition Laboratory at Texas A&M University. Classes are open to members and non-members. Classes include: Start-Up Class (90 minutes) for first-time participants; Phase 3 (30 minutes) to teach the last and most important stage of the Curves Weight management Plan and the secret that makes the plan work; and Special Topics Classes (30 minutes) will cover a different topic each month. This month's topic is Cancer Prevention. Classes will be taught by Curves' Registered Dietitian, Nadia Rodman, and facilitated by weight management coaches from Curves of Brownsville, through a series of DVDs that will alternate teaching with hands-on activities. Participants will be encouraged to make a weekly appointment to weigh in with their weight management coach, who will provide accountability. Curves of Brownsville is located at 317 W Main St. in Brownsville, Tenn. For more information, call 731-779-9400.

Monday, November 16

HHS Scholastic Book Fair

Sponsored by the HHS Library Club, the first Scholastic Book Fair will be held in the Haywood High School Library, 1175 East College St., November 16-20. The public is invited to attend between the hours of 7:45 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. Please stop by the main office and check in. The Fair will feature a wide variety of books, plus gift and holiday items. More info ...

Toddler Time at the Library

Toddler time at the Elma Ross Public Library will be held Monday November 16, at 11 a.m. Parents are encouraged to bring their toddlers and enjoy lots of stories, songs, puppets, crafts and a snack.

Regional Home Care Fall Health Fair

Haywood Park Community Hospital, 2545 North Washington, will be the site of a community health fair Monday, November 16, from 1-3 p.m. The event will include weight and blood pressure checks, diet information, and an information center for all types of diabetics.

Tuesday, November 17

Happy Hour for Parents

ALL Parents are invited to the "Come & Go" fun known as HAPPY HOUR for PARENTS. This monthly event is full of fun ideas for parents, including refreshments! Join us for the "Holiday Theme" Happy Hour at Haywood Elementary Family Resource Center: Tuesday, November 17- come anytime between 2-4 p.m. (new location: enter at back of the school). We'll have fun, inexpensive ideas for parents & children to enjoy together! The Family Resource Centers are a team effort of UT Extension & the Haywood County Schools.

Brownsville Business Association Meeting

The Brownsville Business Association will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, November 17, 5:30 p.m., in the Delta Room behind Backyard Barbecue, 703 East Main St. Everyone is invited. For more information about the BBA, visit www.shopbrownsvilletn.com.

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, November 17, at the Hibachi Restaurant on Dupree St. For more information, please contact Commander Ray Dixon at 731-772-0400.

The Nutcracker

Brownsville-Haywood Co. Arts Council will be presenting Ballet Memphis's Nutcracker - Act II, & additional Repertory, on Tues., Nov. 17, 7 p.m. - Marks Performing Art Center at College Hill. Give your family a memorable gift & take them to this year's Nutcracker. Splendid costumes and scenery will transport you to where colorful characters and dance await. This season's family favorite is truly a must for everyone. Tickets available at Livingston's & Insouth Bank main branch or at the door. Ticket prices are $12.50 Adults & $6.00 Students - Season Ticket packages are still available for the 3 Season Events for a discount price of $30.- this includes Nutcracker - Nov. 17, Brownsville Homecoming III, - Jan 30 and Abby Burke in Concert - March 20. For additional information, call the Arts Council office -772-4883

Wednesday, November 18

Happy Hour for Parents

ALL Parents are invited to the "Come & Go" fun known as HAPPY HOUR for PARENTS. This monthly event is full of fun ideas for parents, including refreshments! Join us for the "Holiday Theme" Happy Hour at Anderson Family Resource Center Wednesday, November 18 - come anytime between 1-3 p.m. We'll have fun, inexpensive ideas for parents & children to enjoy together! The Family Resource Centers are a team effort of UT Extension & the Haywood County Schools.

Saturday, November 21

Thanksgiving Dinner

There will be a community-wide Thanksgiving Dinner at the M-Club in Hillville Saturday, November 21. Dinner will be served beginning at 5 p.m. Plates are $5 per person. Karaoke with Ricky Scott will begin at 6 p.m. All proceeds benefit the M-Club. For more information, contact Aleta Bradford at 731-772-1234.

BoxFul of Blessings

BoxFul of Blessings is a contemporary Christian concert ministry that performs monthly at College Hill. The November performance is planned for Saturday, Nov. 21, from 6-8 p.m. Everyone is invited. Admission is free.

Tuesday, November 24

Community Thanksgiving Service

The Brownsville - Haywood County Ministerial Alliance welcomes everyone to attend the annual Community Thanksgiving Service planned for Tuesday, November 24. This year's service will be held at First United Methodist Church, 117 East Franklin St., and will begin at 7 p.m. Rev. Robert Cole will deliver the message. The offering for this service will go to benefit the needs of the Mustard Seed. Everyone is welcome to come and join in the spirit of gratefulness in this community worship service.

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