TODAY

Job fair

Athens-Limestone County Family Resource Center will host a job fair from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. today at the center, next to Dub’s Burgers on Jefferson Street in Athens. Multiple employment opportunities available; most companies offering bonuses and benefits. More information: 256-230-0880

FRIDAY

Job fair

Athens-Limestone County Family Resource Center will host a job fair from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 20, at the center, next to Dub’s Burgers on Jefferson Street in Athens. Multiple employment opportunities available; most companies offering bonuses and benefits. More information: 256-230-0880

SATURDAY

Food giveaway

Beans and rice will be given away from 9–11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, 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

Meadows reunion

The Meadows family will host a reunion from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 21, at the Athens Kiddie Carnival grounds on Forrest Street. Attendees are required to bring a covered dish and have the option of bringing an item for a raffle. More information: Judie Meadows, 256-497-2342

UPCOMING

Job fair

Athens-Limestone County Family Resource Center will host a job fair from 10 a.m.–2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 27, at the center, next to Dub’s Burgers on Jefferson Street in Athens. Multiple employment opportunities available; most companies offering bonuses and benefits. More information: 256-230-0880

Day of Caring

Limestone County Churches Involved will host a Day of Caring from 9 a.m.–noon Saturday, Aug. 28, at LCCI. Food and general assistance available to Limestone County residents who qualify. More information: Thom Porter, 256-262-0671

ONGOING

After-school feeding program

Women Empowering Women of Alabama, in partnership with FreshWind Christian Fellowship, is offering free meals for students after school. Meals are available 3–5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays starting Aug. 16. More information: Janice Williams, 256-233-5995

Rescue squad donations

Athens-Limestone Rescue Squad is currently accepting items for an upcoming yard sale. To arrange pickup, call Mickey at 256-345-2212. For dropoff, visit 1401 Freeman Ave., Athens. More information: Mickey, 256-345-2212

Used book sale

Houston Memorial Library and Museum’s used book sale room is now open 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. the first Saturday of each month. 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 will host the Inspirations for a night of Southern gospel singing starting 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8, at 16779 Lucas Ferry Road, Athens. A love offering will be received.

CEMETERY CLEANUP

Todd Cemetery

Todd Cemetery Decoration will be held Saturday, Aug. 21. If unable to attend, donations may be sent to Allen Todd, 31866 Alabama 99, Anderson, AL 35610. Make checks payable to Todd Cemetery.

Tanner Church

Tanner Church Cemetery will host Decoration Days on Saturday, Aug. 21, and Sunday, Aug. 22, at 19607 Huntsville-Browns Ferry Road. Donations for upkeep can be sent to P.O. Box 238, Tanner, AL 35671. Checks must be made payable to Tanner Church Cemetery Fund.

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.

MEETINGS

• Friends of Archives. The Limestone County Friends of the Archives will have its quarterly meeting 5 p.m. today at the Archives Office, 102 W. Washington St., Athens. Public invited.

• Republican Party. The Limestone County Republican Party will meet today at the Valley Event Center on U.S. 72 in Athens. Social hour begins at 6 p.m.; business meeting at 7 p.m.

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