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November 6, 2009

Anonymous The News Courier Fri Nov 06, 2009, 08:58 PM CST

SATURDAY

Veterans Day Parade

The second annual Veterans Day Parade begins at 11 a.m. today and follows the Christmas parade route from Athens High School and through the downtown square to Hometown Grocery. Lineup will be from 9:30 to 10 a.m.

Coffee Call

The Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives Coffee Call, sponsored by Walter and Henry Miller, will be from 8-9:30 a.m. today at 100 W. Pryor St. For more information, call the museum at (256) 771-7578.

Buffet breakfast

The Bethel, Tenn. Masonic Lodge will serve a buffet breakfast from 7-9 a.m. today. Everyone is invited. Proceeds go to charity. All active military and veterans eat free.

Antique tractor rally

The Limestone County Farmers Federation Farm City Antique Tractor Rally is today in Elkmont. Unloading from 8:30-9:30 a.m. at the Snap-on-Tool plant on Wire Road and the travel route is 10 miles. Tractors must be at least 40 years old. No entry fee. Lunch provided. Contact Stanley Usery at (256) 431-8299 or Jeff Peek at (256) 771-3422.

TUESDAY

Toys for Tots

Toys for Tots signup will be from 9 a.m. to noon and 1-3 p.m. Tuesday at the United Way office, 419 S. Marion St. Each family must bring birth certificates, Social Security cards and proof of residence for children age birth to 16. Call (256) 233-2323 for information.

WEDNESDAY

Veterans Day at VFW

The VFW invites the public to a Veterans Day observance at 10 a.m., Wednesday at the post on Alabama 127. Attorney General Troy King will be the guest speaker and free chicken stew will be served.

Fox closed for Vets Day

Fox Army Health Center will close Wednesday for Veterans Day. Advice nurses are available during non-duty hours at (256) 955-8888 or 1-800-223-9531.

UPCOMING

H1N1 flu clinic

The Limestone County Health Department at 20371 Clyde MabryDrive is having an H1N1 (swine flu) clinic Thursday and Friday, Nov. 12-13, from 4:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. There is no cost, but please bring insurance, Medicare or Medicaid cards for administration purposes. Vaccine will be administered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Lunch & Learn

The Greater Limestone Chamber of Commerce will host “Lunch & Learn” from noon to 1 p.m. Nov. 18. The speaker will be Roan Bradley of Bradley CPA Services, who will talk on

“American Recovery & Reinvestment Act a.k.a. 2009 Stimulus Package.” The fee is $10 for chamber members and $20 for non-members (includes box lunch). Please RSVP by calling (256) 232-2600 or e-mailing etta@tourathens.com.

ONGOING

ARCP Sign-Up

Applications for cost-share assistance from the Alabama Resource Conservation Program may be filed at the Limestone County Soil and Water Conservation District office at 1795 Highway 72 E., Suite B between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. now through Nov. 25. For more information, call (256) 232-4025, ext. 3.

Farmers Market

The Farmers Market will not be open on Tuesdays throughout November.

West Limestone VFD fundraiser

A four-week, door-to-door fund-picture drive conducted by the West Limestone Volunteer Fire Department began Oct. 27. Donations go toward the purchase of new turnout gear for firemen.

Tanner VFD fundraiser

A four-week, door-to-door fund-picture drive conducted by the Tanner Volunteer Fire Department began Oct. 28. Donations go toward the purchase of new turnout gear for firemen.

MEETINGS

• Democratic Party. The Limestone County Democratic Party will meet at 9 a.m. today, Nov. 7, at the Sheriff's Rodeo Arena. Limestone County Probate Judge Mike Davis is guest speaker. For more information, call (256) 233-5980.

• Master Gardeners. Athens-Limestone Master Gardeners will meet at noon Monday, Nov. 9, at the Extension Office.

• DAV. Disabled American Veterans will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 10.

• Retired teachers. Athens-Limestone Retired Educators Association will take a trip to Jerry Brown Pottery in Hamilton Friday, Nov.13. Meet at the K-Mart Parking lot at 7:50 a.m. Make transportation arrangements by calling 232-2585. Fee is $2 per person for the pottery demonstration.

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) 233-775

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Benefit breakfast
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Memorial Day ceremony
American Legion Post 49 will host a Memorial Day ceremony beginning at 10 a.m. Monday at the Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives at 100 W. Pryor St. in Athens. Lt. Gen. Richard P. Formica from Redstone Arsenal will be guest speaker.

May 27, 2012
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Flag retirement
Limestone Republican Women will participate in a flag retirement ceremony and barbecue from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. today in conjunction with the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Public invited.

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SUNDAY
Free meal
Free beans with ham and cornbread will be served at 6:30 p.m. Sunday at the pavilion behind Seven Mile Post Road Church at 14435 Seven Mile Post Road in Athens. Contact: Bill Downs 256-431-1780.

May 24, 2012
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SATURDAY
Flag retirement
The Limestone Republican Women will participate in a flag retirement ceremony and barbecue from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday in conjunction with the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Public invited.

May 23, 2012
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Memorial Day help needed
Local help is needed to ensure every deceased veteran in Limestone County has a flag placed on his or her grave this Memorial Day, Monday, May 28. Anyone who would like to help with the task can contact Bob Borden at 256-509-1306 or contact Sandy Thompson at the Alabama Veterans Museum at 256-771-7578.

May 22, 2012
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TUESDAY Police memorial
The Ardmore Police Memorial will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at the Ardmore Police Department. Col. Tracy Trott from the Tennessee Highway Patrol will be the guest speaker. Lunch will follow at the Tennessee Annex.

May 20, 2012
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SATURDAY 4 Paws and a Book
A “pawsitive” reading experience dedicated to improving reading skills of children ages 5 and older, called 4 Paws and a Book will be held from 9-10:30 a.m. today at the Houston Memorial Library in Athens. Children can bring their own book or read a favorite of Miss Sophie Grey, a Yorkshire terrier, who will be present for the program.

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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.

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