TODAY

Used book sale

Friends of Athens-Limestone Public Library will hold a used book sale 10:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m. today at the library at 603 S. Jefferson St., Athens. More information: 256-232-1233.

THURSDAY

Farmers Federation

Limestone County Farmers Federation will hold its annual meeting at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, at the First National Bank on the corner of U.S. 72 and Lindsay Lane. There will be a barbecue dinner and door prizes. All ALFA members are encouraged to attend.

SATURDAY

Master gardeners workshop

Limestone County Master Gardeners Association will hold a free workshop on turfgrasses from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at the Limestone County Extension office, Suite C, 1109 W. Market St., Athens.

Mitchell reunion

Descendants of John R. Mitchell and Caroline Phillips Mitchell are invited to the 41st family reunion at 10:45 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, at Killen Church of Christ Annex, 1560 U.S. 72, Killen. Bring a covered dish and any family photographs you wish to share. More information: Terri Mitchell Brown, 256-757-0469 or send email to interriors1@hotmail.com.

Laxson reunion

The fourth annual Laxson reunion begins at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, in the Fellowship Hall of Isom’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 16230 Mooresville Road, Athens. There will be a covered-dish potluck lunch.

Tyler reunion

Tyler family reunion and meal will be 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, at 18071 Lucas Ferry Road, Athens. Plates, napkins, cups and silverware furnished. More information: Gloria Fergus, 256-732-4373.

SUNDAY

Comedy show

Tickets are on sale now for the comedy variety show “Celebrating The Veterans Museum — 20 Years of Collecting Memories,” which will be 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, at Athens Senior Center, 912 W. Pryor St., Athens. The show celebrates the museum with skits, music and stories. Warning: This unforgettable show — reminiscent of classic TV shows of years past — may contain half-truths, minor embellishments or exaggerations. Tickets, which are available at the museum or at the door, cost $10 for adults; $5 for children age 12 and under. More information: 256-771-7578.

Grand opening

Ardmore Veterans Group will host the grand opening of the new Ardmore Veterans Museum starting at 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, on West Main Street behind the Piggly Wiggly in Ardmore, Tennessee. Refreshment available. Admission for the event is free. More information: Jack Watson, 256-423-8713; Ken Crosson, 256-874-4821.

MONDAY

After-school program

David’s Temple Missionary Baptist Church’s after-school program will resume from 3-5 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20, for students in grades K-12. The programs offers tutoring, help with homework and helps with reading skills. Located off Stewart Road in the Tanner community. More information: Geraldine McDonald, 256-355-1343.

TUESDAY

Chicken stew

The American Legion will have its monthly chicken stew luncheon from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21. Cost is $7 for all-you-can-eat eat-ins and $7 per quart for carryouts. Eat-ins include stew, drinks and desserts. Carryout desserts are $1 each with a max of two per quart purchased or four total. Containers provided. Delivery available in the Athens city limits for businesses or homebound individuals. More information (and to make reservations): 256-230-6233 from 8 a.m.–noon Monday, Aug. 20, and Tuesday, Aug. 21.

DECORATION DAYS

Todd Cemetery

Todd Cemetery’s decoration day will be held Saturday, Aug. 18. Donations for upkeep can be sent to Todd Cemetery, c/o Allen Todd, 31866 Alabama 99, Anderson, AL 35610.

ONGOING

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.

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.

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.

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.

Farmers market

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

Kiddie Carnival

Athens Lions Club Kiddie Carnival will be open 6:30–9:30 p.m. every Thursday, Friday or Saturday night through Aug. 11 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

MEETINGS

• SCV. Sons of Confederate Veterans, Capt. Thomas H. Hobbs Camp 768, will meet 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, at Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives on Pryor Street, Athens. University of Alabama-Huntsville archaeologist Ben Hoksbergen will speak about “The Affair at Indian Creek Ford, Madison County, Alabama.” Public is invited.

• NAACP. Limestone NAACP will hold its August meeting 7:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 20, at 809 U.S. 72 West, Suite D, Athens. No cost. More information: Wilbert Woodruff, 256-227-8489.

• Democratic conference. Limestone County Democratic Conference will be 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 21, at Little Elk Missionary Baptist Church, 4692 Snake Road, Athens.

• NSDAR. National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, John Wade Keyes chapter, will meet 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29, at the Alabama Veterans Museum and Archives in Athens. Social time begins at 9 a.m. More information: Brenda Winter: 256-771-3536 or Dana Henry, 256-777-7694. .

• 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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