TODAY
Benefit cookout, yard sale
There will be a benefit cookout and yard sale for leukemia victim Rantavian Scott from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. today at U.S. 72 West and Hine Street. Chicken and fishplates, $7; fish sandwiches, $2.50; chicken sandwiches, $2; hot dogs $1; slaw dogs, $1.50; sides: baked beans, fries, and cole slaw. Call Al Gilbert at (256) 990-3136.
Robinson reunion
Descendants of Hezekiah Robinson will have a reunion today at the Elkmont Depot. Bring a covered dish for lunch at noon. Call (256) 732-4548.
Barker Cemetery
The Barker Cemetery annual decoration day is from 8 a.m. until noon today. If unable to attend, donations can be mailed to Phillip Barker, 15260 Quinn Road, Athens, AL 35611.
Sydney Newton blood drive
American Red Cross Blood Drive for Sydney Newton, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. today at Johnson Elementary School, 21360 Alabama 251, Athens.
Germantown Reunion
The Germantown Reunion is today at the Oak Grove Community building on Thach Road. Lunch at noon. Bring a covered dish and drinks.
Concert sponsors needed
Disabled Americans Veterans are looking for sponsors for a benefit concert for “veterans needs” at 7 tonight at the Athens Opry Event Center on Airport Road. The concert lineup includes Razzy Bailey and Bobby G. Rice, among others. Call (256) 230-6164.
Dinner theater
The Footlights Community Theater musical revue “A Night on Broadway” is at 7 tonight at the Beasley Center. Admission is $15 and includes a meal and the show. Tickets available online at www.footlightstheater.com or by e-mail at footlightstheater@yahoo.com.
SUNDAY
Yarbrough/McCowan reunion
Descendants of Alvie and Beulah McCowan Kennedy Yarbrough will have a reunion Sunday at Oakdale Club House on Alabama 251. Bring a dish and drink for the 1 p.m. meal. Call (256) 233-4416 or 232-7838.
TUESDAY
A-LH Auxiliary fundraiser
Athens-Limestone Hospital Auxiliary will have a “Get Gold Cash” fundraiser July 21, 22, and 23, in the education department.
Legion stew
American Legion Post 49 will have chicken stew for sale from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday. All you can eat, $4.50, includes dessert and tea or coffee. Eat in or take out. Call (256) 230-6233 for orders.
THURSDAY
Canner check
The Alabama Cooperative Extension System will be testing canner pressure gauges from 1-3 p.m. Thursday at U.G. White Hardware at Jefferson and Market streets.
UPCOMING
Funfest vendors, crafters
Vendors and crafters are needed for the Aug. 15 Athens Funfest sponsored by Athens Recreation Center. Call Chad Vining at (256) 233-8740.
ONGOING
Faith registration
Faith Christian Academy is registering classes K3 through 12 through July 25. School begins Aug. 10. Call (256) 233-3778 in Athens; 233-0411 in Madison and East Limestone.
Clements VFD fundraiser
The Clements Volunteer Fire Department is conducting a door-to-door fund/picture drive to purchase new air packs. Call Billy or Sharron Haggermaker at (256) 777-0270 or 751-3401.
FRIDAY
Respite night
Caregivers Night Out will be from 6-9 p.m. Friday at Lindsay Lane Baptist Church, 1300 Lindsay Lane, N. Please make reservations by calling RSVP Office at 232-7207 no later than noon Thursday.
MEETINGS
o LARES. The Limestone Amateur Radio Emergency Services will “Eat-n-Meet” at 6 p.m. Monday, July 20, at Mac's on South Jefferson Street, with a business meeting at 7. All licensed amateur radio operators are invited to attend. Talk-in and meeting info will be on N4SEV, 145.150 Mhz.
o Democratic conference. Limestone County Alabama Democratic Conference will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, at New Beria Missionary Baptist Church in the Owens community. Call James Lucas at 431-3744.
o VFW. VFW and Ladies Auxiliary will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, July 21, for dinner with meeting following.
o Community meetings. The Athens City Council is conducting a series of meetings to get resident input on public sewers in their neighborhoods. Ezell Subdivision will be at 6:30 p.m., Monday, July 20, at the municipal courtroom at 951 E. Hobbs St.; Byrum Heights at 5 p.m., Wednesday, July 22, in the old council chambers, 201 N. Marion; and Hannah Heights, at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, July 23, at 201 N. Marion.
Limestone Ledger is a list of events hosted by non-profit organizations. Items must be submitted in writing. Mail or bring submissions to The News Courier, 410 W. Green St., Athens, AL, 35611; e-mail to karen@athensnews-courier.com; or fax to (256) 233-7753.
Calendar of Events
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Limestone Ledger 5-16-12
FRIDAY Singing on the Square
Just Down the Road will perform at 6 p.m. Friday for Singing on the Square in downtown Athens. -
Limestone Ledger 5-15-12
TUESDAY
Chicken stew
American Legion Post 49 will hold its monthly chicken stew dinner from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. today. Cost is $5 to eat in or per quart carryouts. No sides with carryouts. Containers provided. For information: Rod Huffman 256-233-3023. For carryout reservations: 256-230-6233. -
Limestone Ledger 5/13/12
MONDAY
Hospital Auxiliary jewelry sale
Athens-Limestone Hospital Auxiliary will host its $5 jewelry sale from 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday, May 14 and from 7 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesday, May 15 in the education department of the hospital. Contact: Felicia Lambert at 256-233-9290. -
Limestone Ledger 5-12-12
SATURDAY
Blood pressure screenings
May is High Blood Pressure Month and the Alabama State NAACP will conduct blood pressure screenings from 8 a.m. until noon today at the NAACP HQ building, 17308 U.S. 72 West in Athens. Refreshments will be served. Receive information about high blood pressure. Nurses available to answer questions. Contact: 256-444-1300. -
Church Bulletin 5/11/2012
Church briefs must be submitted in writing, either on a form available at The News Courier office at 410 W. Green St., Athens, or sending email to kelly@athensnews-courier.com or a fax to 256-233-7753. -
Limestone Ledger 5-11-12
FRIDAY Hamburger Day
The Kiwanis Club Hamburger Day will be held from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. today at Big Spring Park. Loaded charbroiled hamburger, chips, drink and dessert for $5. Proceeds sponsor children’s programs in the community. Rain or shine. Advance tickets and large orders available now from any Kiwanis Club member or purchase at the event. Contact: Scott Cook 256-216-3731. -
Limestone Ledger 5-10-12
FRIDAY Blood drive
American Red Cross blood drive will be held from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Friday at the Department of Human Resources first floor conference room at 1007 W. Market St. in Athens. Go to www.redcrossblood.org, sign in and make an appointment to give on Friday. -
Limestone Ledger 5/9/12
FRIDAY
Sawyer Moss benefit
A benefit yard sale for Sawyer Moss, who has Phelan-McDermid syndrome, a genetic disorder, will be held Friday and Saturday starting each day at 7 a.m. at 1609 West Market St. in Athens. Everything priced to sell. - More Calendar of Events Headlines


