TODAY

Ribbon cutting

Gov. Kay Ivey will visit the Alabama Veterans Museum & Archives to cut the ribbon on its new facility 2:30 p.m. Thursday, July 1, at 114 W. Pryor St., Athens. This event will also serve as the grand opening of the museum’s new location. More information: alabamaveteransmuseum.com

SATURDAY

Coffee call

Alabama Veterans Museum & Archives will host Coffee Call, sponsored by Dwight and Debra Gooch and Tink and Sharon Haney, starting 8 a.m. Saturday, July 3, at the new facility, 114 W. Pryor St., Athens.

SUNDAY

Red, White and BOOM

Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association will host the Red, White and BOOM fireworks show Sunday, July 4, at Athens Stadium. The show is set to begin between 8:30 and 8:45 p.m. and last about 15 minutes. Attendees can park at Athens Middle School, Swan Creek Park or Athens Sportsplex and watch the show from their vehicles. Stadium seating prohibited. WSLV 105.1 and 96.5 will play synchronized music during the show. More information: 256-232-5411

UPCOMING

Class reunion

Athens High School Class of 1956 and friends are invited for a dutch-treat lunch 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 7, at Applebee’s in Athens. More information: 256-232-3895

Free cancer screening

The Urology Health Foundation will hold a free prostate cancer screening from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 13, at the Madison County Health Department, 301 Max Luther Drive NW, Huntsville. Men 40 or older who attend will undergo a simple blood test to measure the level of prostate-specific antigen and a physical examination. More information: 256-539-3711

Beans and rice

Beans and rice will be given away from 9–11 a.m. Saturday, July 17, by volunteers at Saint Timothy’s Episcopal Church, 207 E. Washington St., Athens. No names taken; no ID required. More information: 256-232-2567; sttimothy.athens@gmail.com

Day of Caring

Limestone County Churches Involved will host a Day of Caring from 9 a.m.–noon Saturday, July 24, at the facility on Jefferson Street in Athens. LCCI will offer food and general assistance to Limestone County residents, including help with rent or utilities for those who qualify. More information: the Rev. Thom Porter, 256-262-0671

ONGOING

Kiddie Carnival opening

The Athens Lions Club Kiddie Carnival will be open 6:30–9:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through July 31 at 309 E. Forrest St., Athens. Rides, concessions and games available. Free admission. Ride tickets 50 cents each. More information: “Athens Lions Club Kiddie Carnival” on Facebook

Summer feeding program

Women Empowering Women of Alabama, in partnership with FreshWind Church, is offering free meals for children 1–18 years old. Meals available 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Mondays through Fridays until Friday, July 23.

New library hours

The Houston Memorial Library and Museum has extended its hours. Patrons can now visit 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Tuesdays; and 10 a.m.–4 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month. Book sale room also now open. Additional changes may be announced later. Masks and social distancing requested. More information: 256-233-8770

Food giveaway

Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church’s food pantry will be open 11 a.m.–1 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month at 1911 Hine St., Athens. Patrons must provide proof of at least one of the following: eligibility to receive supplemental food assistance (SNAP/food stamps); eligibility for Temporary Assistance to Needy Families; eligibility to receive Supplemental Security Income; income at or below 130% of the federal poverty level; or special circumstances (fire, flood, illness, injury, etc.). Eligibility forms provided at distribution site. Must have valid ID card or driver’s license. Only one distribution per household while supplies last. Monetary and food donations accepted. More information: 256-424-5403

Used book sale

Friends of the Athens-Limestone Public Library host a used book sale from 10:15 a.m.–2:15 p.m. each Tuesday and first Saturday of each month at the library, 603 S. Jefferson St., Athens. More information: 256-232-1233

Virtual exercise class

Limestone County Council on Aging presents virtual exercise class 2–3 p.m. Mondays and Fridays via Zoom. The classes are called S.A.I.L., which stands for Stay Active and Independent for Life. More information: 256-233-6412

Corruption hotline

The Alabama Attorney General’s Office and the Federal Bureau of Investigation are asking residents with knowledge of public corruption in Limestone County to email details to reportcorruption@ago.state.al.us or call the tip line at 844-404-TIPS

CHURCH EVENTS

Gospel singing

Berea Baptist Church in Athens is hosting Jim and Melissa Brady for a southern gospel singing 6 p.m. Sunday, July 11, at the church, 16779 Lucas Ferry Road, Athens. A love offering will be accepted.

Elkmont VBS

Elkmont United Methodist Church will host vacation Bible school July 11–15. Kickoff will be 6 p.m. Sunday, July 11, with Rocky Railway VBS classes for ages 2 to eighth grade from 5:30–7:30 p.m. July 12–15 and VBS graduation set for 6 p.m. Sunday, July 18. Visit bit.ly/ElkmontVBS2021 to register. Elkmont UMC is a safe sanctuary community. More information: Pastor Thom Porter, 256-732-4301

CEMETERY CLEANUP

City cemeteries

The City of Athens reminds residents and families of the following regarding its cemeteries: No flowers or decorations allowed on the ground between April 1 and Oct. 31, unless following a funeral; flower placement acceptable year-round on monuments, at their base or at foot markers; fresh flowers will be removed one week after a funeral; silk flowers will be removed 21 days after a funeral; approval by cemetery superintendent required before planting flowers, shrubs, trees or sod; city personnel will remove all trees or shrubs deemed detrimental to adjacent lots or grave openings; and worn, tattered or damaged U.S. flags will be removed and disposed of properly.

MEETING

• 5th District Democrats. The 5th District Alabama Democratic Conference will meet 10 a.m. Saturday, July 10, at First Missionary Baptist Church, Vine Street, Decatur. More information: the Rev. Marvin Pinchon, 256-466-2534; James Lucas, 256-431-3744

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