The News-Courier in Athens, Alabama

August 31, 2010

Limestone Ledger 8/31/10


The News Courier

TODAY

Silver jewelry fundraiser


Athens-Limestone Hospital Auxiliary will host The Silver Shoppe from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. today in the Education Department to benefit the auxiliary. Free engraving is offered on-site.

AMS mums

Athens Middle School is selling mums for $10. Orders must be placed by today and will be ready for pickup Sept. 28. Call the school at 256-233-6620.

THURSDAY

Blood pressure class


There will be a blood pressure class at 9 a.m. Thursday at the Athens Senior Center. Call Jennifer at 256-233-6412 for more information.

FRIDAY

W.L. Class of ’80


West Limestone Class of 1980 will have part two of its 30-Year Reunion at 5 p.m. Friday,at West Limestone Cafeteria. Please bring a covered dish and then after dinner, members will sit together at the WLS/Ardmore football game. All former classmates and teachers are invited.

VFW Auxiliary fish fry

VFW Ladies Auxiliary will have a fish fry from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday at the VFW building on Alabama 127.

SATURDAY

Used book sale


Friends of the Athens-Limestone Public Library will hold a used book sale from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Audio books and large print books are available also.

Charity breakfast

The Bethel, Tenn., Masonic Lodge buffet breakfast is from 7-9 a.m. Saturday. Public invited. Proceeds go to charity.

Coffee Call

The Alabama Veterans Museum & Archives Coffee Call is from 8-9:30 a.m. Saturday at 100 W. Pryor St. Sponsored by Henry and Marsha White. Call Vicki or Sandy at 256-771-7578.

Patterson reunion

All descendants and friends of James Early and Mary Tillman Springer Patterson are invited to gather from 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at the West Side Community Center on Alabama 99. Bring covered dish for lunch at noon. Call Donnie or Daveen Stanford at 256-232-7418.

Laxson reunion

The Laxson family reunion is at 11 a.m. Saturday at Isom’s Chapel Church at 16230 Mooresville Road.

Dove hunt

The Elkmont Lions Club dove hunt is Saturday at Hobbs Farm. Call 256-431-0277, 256-509-5121 or 256-732-3206.

McMunn reunion

The McMunn family reunion is Saturday at the American Legion Post 49 on Cloverleaf Drive. Bring covered dish. Call 256-232-2895.

Glanton-Vinson reunion

The Glanton-Vinson reunion is at noon Saturday at the Sheriff’s Arena on Alabama 99. Bring covered dish and any old photos you want to share. Call 256-777-0551 or 256-771-2057.

MONDAY

WOW family day


Woodmen of the World annual family day will be at 11 a.m. Monday at the Woodmen Lodge, U.S. 72 West. Barbecue, trimmings and drinks will be furnished. Families are asked to bring salads and desserts.

MEETINGS

• AHS Class of ’56. Athens High School Class of 1956 and their friends will meet at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Sept. 1, at Holiday Inn in Decatur for Dutch treat lunch. Call 256-232-4815.

Quilt Guild. Piece Makers Quilt Guild will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2, at Athens Church of God at Quinn and Lucas Ferry roads. The program will be “Applique” by Betty Jefferys. Call Joy Brewer at 256-232-8944.

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.