THURSDAY

Monument dedication

The dedication of a monument honoring Judge James E. Horton Jr. will be 2 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, on the west side of the Limestone County Courthouse. The Judge Horton Monument Committee and Horton family will unveil the statue. A reception will follow in the courtroom where Horton presided.

Pie-centage fundraiser

Pieology will host a pie-centage fundraising night for the East Limestone High School Lady Indians basketball team from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at Pieology Pizzeria in Bridge Street Town Center in Huntsville. Twenty-five percent of each purchase will go to the ELHS Lady Indians basketball team.

FRIDAY

ARToberfest

Athens Arts League will host ARToberfest, an Oktoberfest celebration, from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 20, at High Cotton Arts Center, 103 W. Washington St., Athens. The event will serve as a fundraiser for the mission and programs of Athens Arts League. German beverages, German food, music by The Little German Band of Huntsville and artwork from local artists will be featured. Tickets are $50 per person and are available at www.eventbrite.com/e/artoberfest-tickets-37468762076.

SATURDAY

Propagation workshop

The Limestone County Master Gardeners Association will present a free workshop on propagation from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, in the Athens Lowes garden center. More information: Jay, 850-393-1717; Janet, 256-614-3530.

Food pantry

Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church will host an emergency food needs and information distribution from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 21, at 1911 Hines St., Athens. Participants must meet certain requirements for eligibility and bring a valid ID or drivers license. One distribution per household while supplies last. More information: 256-444-2628.

Golf tournament

Clements High School will host a golf tournament Saturday, Oct. 21, at Joe Wheeler. The tournament will serve as a fundraiser for the Clements golf team. Those interested in participating as a team or sponsor may contact Charles Williams at 256-777-1466.

TUESDAY

Used book sale

The Friends of the Athens-Limestone Public Library will hold a used book sale from 10:15 a.m. until 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 24, at the library. More information: 256-232-1233.

UPCOMING

Toys for Tots

The U.S. Marine Corps and United Way of Athens-Limestone County will be accepting applications for the Toys for Tots program 9 a.m until noon and 1-4 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2 at United Way of Athens-Limestone County Office, 419 S. Marion St., Athens. The program is for children from birth to age 12. Parents/guardians must bring proof of income, birth certificates for each eligible child, social security cards for each eligible child, proof of residency in Limestone County and picture ID. More information: 256-233-2323.

Farm-City

The Alabama Farmers Federation, in conjunction with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, will host Farm-City from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18, at the Sheriff’s Rodeo Arena on Alabama 99. The event will feature agriculture-related exhibits and activities and free lunch for the first 250 attendees. This event is free and open to all ages. More information: 256-232-5510.

Legion fundraiser

The American Legion Post 49 fundraiser, sponsored by Krystal, will be 4-9 p.m. Nov. 28 and 29. Fifty percent of net sales from customers with the appropriate flyer will be donated to Post 49 to support Post 49’s youth activities. Flyers are available at the American Legion. More information: Bob Borden, 256-230-6233.

ONGOING

Jingle Paws

Athens-Limestone Animal Shelter is now accepting photos of pets to be used for decorating trees at the North Pole Stroll in Athens’ Big Spring Park and the Tinsel Trail in Ardmore. Cost is $10 per picture. Picture must be no larger than 4×6 and will not be returned. Deadline for photos and registration is Dec. 10. Registration forms can be downloaded at limestonepets.org.

Scarecrow contest

Voting in Isom’s Orchard’s Scarecrow Contest is open to the public now through Sunday, Oct. 22, with winners announced Saturday, Oct. 28. One ticket equals one vote. Prizes include $300 for first place, $200 for second place and $100 for third.

North Pole Stroll

Athens-Limestone County Tourism is accepting sponsorships for the North Pole Stroll now through Tuesday, Oct. 31. The North Pole Stroll is a display of 7-foot, live cut Christmas trees located in Big Spring Memorial Park in Athens, each decorated by a sponsor. Sponsorships are $100 each. More information: 256-232-5411.

Backyard Barbecue cook-off

Registration is now open for the first Fairview Baptist Church Backyard Barbecue Competition and Cornhole Tournament. The cook-off is for amateur cookers only and will include categories of chicken and/or pork ribs. Entry is $100 per chicken or pork team, $20 for dessert competition and $30 for cornhole competition. Teams must include at least one person over the age of 18. Registration must be completed by Sunday, Nov. 12, for the Nov. 17 event. Prizes based on number of entries. Proceeds after prizes will benefit Fairview Youth. Additional rules and information: Donnie Story, 256-777-3428; Kathryn Riddle, 256-655-6867.

Farmers Market

The Farmers Market will be open Tuesday and Friday through the last of November.

SNAP signup

Retired Senior Volunteer Program is taking applications for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for those ages 60 and older. The SNAP program helps low-income people buy the food they need to stay healthy. Call 256-232-7207 or come by the RSVP office at 409 W. Washington St. in Athens Mondays through Thursdays to complete the application.

Tutors wanted

RSVP is recruiting persons 55 and older who would like to be a school tutor at the school of their choice. More information: RSVP, 256-232-7207.

Tanner book-lending machine

Athens-Limestone Public Library staff will be at the Tanner book-lending machine Fridays from 9:45-10:45 a.m. to make library cards, teach patrons how to use the book-lending machine and answer questions about library services. More information: Visit www.ALCPL.org or call 256-232-1233.

Stability classes

East Limestone Senior Center will host SilverSneakers stability class from 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. every Thursday at 25820 Nick Davis Road. SilverSneakers is a group exercise class designed to keep participants safe on their feet. The class will include standing and walking exercises designed to decrease the risk of falling. Donations accepted. More information: 256-614-3530.

Food pantry

The Women Empowering Women food pantry will be open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the second Saturday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. More information (and to contribute): Janice L. Williams, 256-233-5995; wew5995@gmail.com; www.womenempoweringwomenofalabama.org.

TRUNK OR TREAT

First Christian Church

First Christian Church will host a “Trunk or Treat” from 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 26, at the parking lot across from the church and behind U.G. White’s. Free hot dogs, drinks and candy will be provided.

Hospice of Limestone County

Hospice of Limestone County and staff will host a “Trunk or Treat” from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31, in the parking lot at 405 S. Marion St., Athens.

Salem Springs

Salem Springs Baptist Church will host a community-wide “Trunk or Treat” from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31.

MEETINGS

• SCV. The Capt. Thomas H. Hobbs Camp 768 Sons of Confederate Veterans will meet 6 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 19, at the Alabama Veterans Museum. Bruce Stewart, historian, author and lecturer, will speak. This meeting is open to the public.

• Positive Look. The Positive Look support group for blind or visually impaired individuals and their friends or family will meet at 10 a.m. Friday, Oct. 20, at Athens Rec Center. The meeting will feature speaker Shane Black and ghost stories. Those attending are asked to bring something to share for lunch. More information: Loretta Bryan, 256-552-0747; Preston Reynolds, 256-777-1140.

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