TODAY

Child abuse prevention

The public is invited to a Parents as Teachers hosted child abuse prevention awareness event between 4 and 7 p.m. today at the Family Resource Center, 406 S. Jefferson St. Contact: Kimberly Taylor 256-230-0880.

Seniors art class

The Council on Aging is hosting an art class at 5 p.m. today at the Athens Senior Center on Pryor Street. Cost is $30 and includes all supplies. Anyone interested should contact Emily Sandlin at 256-233-6412.

FRIDAY

Respite Night

Caregivers Night Out will be held from 6-9 p.m. Friday at Lindsay Lane Baptist Church. Make reservations by today, April 26, at 256-232-7207.

SATURDAY

Cub Scout fundraiser

The Cub Scout Pack 24 Flapjack Fundraiser will be held from 8-10 a.m. Saturday at Applebee’s restaurant in Athens on U.S. 72. Cost is $5 a ticket. For more information or tickets, call Diane Trout 256-684-9442.

Walking tours

The final April Historic Walking Tour will be held Saturday. Walkers should meet at 9:45 a.m. at the Athens Visitors Center at 100 N. Beaty St. Walks begin promptly at 10 a.m. and last about an hour. Choose from four different walks.  For more information, go online to www.visitathensal.com or call 256-232-5411 or 867-1438.

Free stew

Dine in-only free stew will be served starting at 2 p.m. Saturday at Jimmy Gill Park on Sanderfer Road at Hine Street.

SUNDAY

Children’s chorale

The Heritage Children’s Chorale will present “Bound for Glory” as part of the Spring Concert Series at 5:30 p.m. Sunday at Round Island Baptist Church, 14790 Browns Ferry Road in Athens. Free admission. The choir is made up of children ages 8-18 from North Alabama and southern Tennessee.

TUESDAY

Fashion show and luncheon

Athens-Limestone Beautification Board annual Dogwood Festival Vintage Fashion Show and Luncheon will be held at noon Tuesday at the First Baptist Church Family Life Center. Tickets are $20 and available at RSVP, 409 W. Washington St. Call

256-232-7207.

WEDNESDAY

Camp Hope training

Volunteer training sessions for Camp Hope 2012 will be held at 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 2, and Sunday, May 6, at the Hospice of Limestone County office, 405 S. Marion St. Must attend one training session, be at least age 16, provide references and play well with children. Contact: Dana Pressnell 256-874-6752.

UPCOMING

Scholarship applications

Applications for scholarships to be awarded by the Limestone NAACP to deserving seniors attending Limestone County and Athens City Schools can be picked up at any high school’s counselor’s office. Submit applications by April. 27. Contact: Wil Woodruff 256-233-8489 or 227-8489.

Homespun

Outdoor booth applications are being accepted for the 32nd annual Athens Bible School Homespun Craft and Vendor Show. Contact: 256-232-3525.

Lifelong Learning classes

A series of classes will be held at the Center for Lifelong Learning on the Square through April 30. Preregistration required. Contact: 256-233-8260, Ext. 5 for full details. April 27, Film Favorite Series, $8, 6:30 p.m.; April 28, Working with Fondant, $35, 11 a.m.; April 30, Lunch & Learn Book Discussion, free, 11:30 a.m.

ONGOING

Firefighter fundraiser

The Owens Volunteer Fire Department door-to-door fundraiser begins April 25 and continues for approximately four weeks. Donations will be used to help purchase hoses and equipment for their new firetruck.

MEETINGS

• Blacksmiths. Athens Forge will meet at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 28, at Travis Flemings shop Artistic Anvil, 203 Commercial Drive in Athens. Trade item for this month is again any kind of candleholder, and bring something for Iron In The Hat. Water and ice provided. Bring lunch or eat at nearby restaurants.

• NARFE. National Active and Retired Federal Employees chapter 1480 will meet at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 28, at the Veterans Museum on Pryor Street. Guest speaker is Tammy Haymon from Keep Athens-Limestone Beautiful. Breakfast served. Contact: Dean Morgan 256-233-0248.

Limestone Ledger is a list of events hosted by nonprofit organizations. Items must be submitted in writing and are listed up to six days to include the day of the event. Mail or bring submissions to The News Courier, 410 W. Green St., Athens, AL 35611; email to ed@athensnews-courier.com or fax to 256-233-7753.