FRIDAY

Fish fry fundraiser

The Limestone County Alabama Democratic Conference will host a fish fry fundraiser from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Friday, July 27, at Lincoln-Bridgeforth Park. Plates are $10 each. For the purchase of a ticket or more information: Ranelda Woods, 256-394-9662; Mike Bailey, 256-874-0565; and James Lucas, 256-431-3744.

Senior cookout

Tanner Senior Center Cookout will be 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, July 27, at the Tanner Senior Center, 13589 Lucas Ferry Road, Athens. The event is open to anyone age 60 or older and living in the Tanner community. Free lunch provided. More information: Madison Curnutt, 256-233-6412.

Respite night

Caregivers Night Out will be 6-9 p.m. Friday, July 27, at Lindsay Lane Baptist Church, 1300 Lindsay Lane, Athens. Register by noon Thursday, July 26. More information: 256-232-7207.

SATURDAY

Swamp John’s event

Athelstine Lodge No. 71 will hold a Swamp John’s event from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at Village View Methodist Church, at the corner of Plato Jones and Hine streets. Tickets are $11.

UPCOMING

Squad seeks yard sale items

Athens-Limestone Rescue Squad is collecting items untilWednesday, Aug. 1, for an upcoming yard sale to benefit the squad. Yard sale pick up Saturdays only; drop off anytime at 1401 Freeman Ave. Call Mike at 256-431-7734 to arrange drop off or pick up.

AHS Class of 1956

The Athens High School Class of 1956 and friends will meet for lunch at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 1, at Little Texas Buffet in Athens. More information: 256-777-0516.

Women Empowering Women

Women Empowering Women will offer free clothing, school supplies and 30 bags of canned goods from 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, Aug. 4, at Fifth Avenue Ball Park in Athens. For more information, call Ken Hines at 256-279-9395.

Summer concert series

Athens-Limestone County Tourism Association and Jimmy Smith Buick-GMC are hosting “Singing on the Square” again this year. The free events are open to the public and will take place 6–8 p.m. at the Limestone County Courthouse, Marion Street side, on the following dates: Friday, Aug. 10, with the Athens State Community Band. Attendees are asked to bring their own seating. Rain location: Vietnam Veterans of America, 17915 W. Elm St., Athens. More information: 256-232-5411.

SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Supply drive

Limestone County Churches Involved will host its annual Stuff A Bus school supply drive from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. July 27-28 at Walmart on U.S. 72 in Athens. The following items are needed: book bags, loose-leaf paper, No. 2 pencils, black or blue ink pens, 24-count colored pencils, 10-count markers, pencil pouches, 1-inch or 1.5-inch three-ring binders, composition books, large erasers, glue sticks and highlighters.

Supply giveaway

Free school supply distribution for low-income families and students in both Athens and Limestone County schools will be 1-5 p.m. July 30-31 at First Presbyterian Church Revival Building at 301 W. Washington St., Athens. The goal is to distribute 200 book bags filled with school supplies.

Supply drive/TV drawing

Vendors at the Limestone Flea Market will give away a 32-inch flat-screen television in a drawing to gather school supplies for needy students in Limestone County Schools. To enter the drawing, bring five school supplies or donate $5 at the flea market at 30030 U.S. 72 West, Madison, between 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays until Aug. 19.

Book drive

United Way of Athens-Limestone County will host Stuff A Bus 2018 book drive Aug. 20-Sept. 30 at 419 S. Marion St., Athens. Donations of used and new books will be given to students in Athens and Limestone County schools as reading incentives.

DECORATION DAYS

Pleasant Point Cemetery

Pleasant Point Cemetery decoration will be 9 a.m. Saturday, July 28. More information: Linda Garrett, 256-232-7961.

Salem Cemetery

Salem Cemetery decoration will be Saturday, Aug. 4. Covered dish lunch at noon. Mail donations for cemetery upkeep to: Joyce Gray McGill, 28980 Alabama 99, Lester, AL 35647. More information: 256-232-6452 or 205-625-2212.

Antioch Cemetery

Antioch Cemetery decoration will be will Saturday, Aug. 4. Families of loved ones buried here are asked to make a donation toward the upkeep of the cemetery at this time or mail donation to: Amelia Smith, P.O. Box 151, Elkmont, AL 35601. Make check payable to Antioch Cemetery Fund. More information: Elouise Crow, 256-431-0628.

Higgins Cemetery

Higgins Cemetery decoration will be Saturday, Aug. 11. There will be a short meeting at 10 a.m. To make a donation toward the cost of upkeep, send check to: Faye Chandler, 20065 Temperance Oak Road, Rogersville, AL 35652. More information: Faye, 256-729-6886.

ONGOING

A few good yards

Limestone County Master Gardeners Association is searching for “a few good yards” to recognize. Yards must not be professionally maintained. Nominations, including owner information and photographs of the yard, can be submitted online at mg.aces.edu/limestone/were-looking-for-a-few-good-yards/ or to tlt_brown@charter.net.

Donnell House

The Donnell House will host special tours in honor of its placement in the Alabama PastPort, part of Alabama’s bicentennial celebration. The tours will take place 10 a.m.–noon Tuesdays and 2–4 p.m. Thursdays. Donations are appreciated. More information: 239-249-2211.

Kiddie Carnival

Athens Lions Club Kiddie Carnival will be open 6:30–9:30 p.m. every Thursday, Friday or Saturday night through Aug. 4 at 309 E. Forrest St., across from Athens Middle School. Rides for kids include ferris wheel, roller coaster, train, rocket ships, swings, carousel and more. A concession stand is also available with drinks, hamburgers, hot dogs, fries, chicken sandwiches, cotton candy, snow cones, funnel cakes and other.

Master Gardeners

Applications are now being accepted for the Limestone County Master Gardeners fall class. Class participants will learn to grow healthy landscapes or vegetable gardens, serve the community and become Certified Master Gardeners. Applications can be turned into the Limestone County Extension Office. Space is limited. The class costs $140 and will take place 5–8:30 p.m. Aug. 9–Nov. 8. More information: 256-614-3530; jhunt9115@gmail.com.

SNAP signup

Retired Senior Volunteer Program is taking applications for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for 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., Athens, Mondays through Thursdays to complete an application.

Pop tab drive charity

Limestone County Farmers Federation is collecting aluminum pop tabs to raise money for Ronald McDonald House in Birmingham. Drop off tabs from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays at ALFA Insurance office at 524 U.S. 72 West in Athens, across from Hobbs Jewelers. More information: 256-233-0938.

Flex class

A SilverSneakers Flex Class to improve cardiovascular health and strength will be 9 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Round Island Baptist Church gymnasium, 14790 Browns Ferry Road. Everyone welcome. More Information: Janet, 256-614-3530.

Farmers market

The farmers market in Athens is now open 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m. Tuesdays and Fridays off Green Street.

Tanner book-lending machine

Athens-Limestone Public Library staff will be at the Tanner book-lending machine from 9:45–10:45 a.m. Fridays 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.

Burger night

American Veterans Post 21 hosts weekly burger nights from 5–8 p.m. Fridays at 22769 Black Road, Athens. Cost is $5 and includes fries and a drink. Veterans and members receive a 10 percent discount. Proceeds benefit AmVets and American military veterans. More information: AmVetsAl21.com; 256-444-2793.

Karaoke

American Veterans Post 21 hosts weekly karaoke nights from 8 p.m.–midnight Fridays at 22769 Black Road, Athens. Cover is $5 for nonmembers and free for members, with proceeds benefiting AmVets and American military veterans. More information: AmVetsAl21.com.

Game day

Americans Veterans Post 21 hosts weekly game days Saturdays at 22769 Black Road, Athens. Cover is $5 for nonmembers and free for members, with proceeds benefiting AmVets and America military veterans. More information: AmVetsAl21.com.

Spaghetti dinner

Vietnam Veterans of America hosts an all-you-can-eat spaghetti meal from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. and 5–7 p.m. on the third Monday of each month, except November and December, at 17915 W. Elm St., Athens. Cost is $7 and includes spaghetti, cole slaw, garlic bread, dessert and drink. Eat-in and carryout available. Entertainment provided. Profits pay for scholarships for local students. Group orders are asked to call ahead. More information: 256-431-3213.

Country-fried steak

American Veterans Post 21 hosts monthly country-fried steak dinner from 11 a.m.–1 p.m. and 5–7 p.m. on the third Thursday of each month at 22769 Black Road, Athens. Cost is $6.50 per person and includes golden-fried chopped beef steak in country gravy, mashed potatoes, green beans and a roll. Veterans and members receive a 10-percent discount. More information: AmVetsAl21.com; 256-444-2793.

Food pantry

The Women Empowering Women food pantry will be open 9 a.m.–noon Mondays through Thursdays. More information and to contribute: Janice Williams, 256-233-5995; Laura Aldridge, 256-262-7744.

MEETINGS

• NARFE. National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association, Chapter 1480, will meet 9 a.m. Saturday, July 28, at Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives in Athens. Lory Walmsley of Athens Health & Rehabilitation will be guest speaker. Breakfast will be served. More information, Dean Morgan, 256-233-0248.

• Co-op membership. The annual membership meeting of the Limestone County Co-op will be 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 2. The past year’s business will be presented and two board members will be elected. The meeting will conclude with a meal.

• Legion. American Legion Post 49 will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 2, at the Post home at 124 Cloverleaf Drive, Athens. More information: Rod Huffman, 256-233-3023.

• Al-Anon. Al-Anon group meets 7 p.m. Mondays at Cumberland Presbyterian Church in Rogersville. An time for relatives and friends of alcoholics and other addicts to share their experiences, thoughts and support to solve common problems. More information: Call Sue Vial at 256-762-5977.

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