By Staff
Taste of the South slated for Aug. 11
The annual Taste of the South food festival will be held Aug. 11 at Heritage Park.
All vendors interested in participating are asked to contact the Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce at 368-3305.
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Canoe/Robinsonville neighborhood watch
Residents in the Canoe/Robinsonville area are starting a neighborhood watch program. The first official meeting will be held on Tuesday, Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. at the Canoe Civic Center.
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Williams Station Day applications available
Williams Station Day applications available. Art &Craft Applications for Williams Station Day, on Oct. 27, are now available. If you know of an artist that would like to receive an application, please let the Atmore Chamber of Commerce know.
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NWE Registration continues at Ernest Ward
Registration for NWE football begins July 21 and will continue July 28 at the Ernest Ward Middle School football field. Registration will take place from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m.
NWE is also in need of a cheerleading coordinator. For more information about the open position or registration call Bodie Tullis at 327-6788 or David Bell at 256-5266.
Reid State Nursing applications due July 23
Fall Semester application deadline for Practical Nursing at Reid State Technical College is July 23. Fall semester applicants for the Practical Nursing program are required to have application packets complete and in student services by July 23. A complete packet includes a nursing application, a Reid State admission application, transcripts of prior high school and college coursework, and admission test scores.
For additional information contact Theresa Ryland at 251 578-1313 ext. 148 or Dr. Shirley Brackin, Health Care Department Chair, at 251-578-1313 ext. 124.
Commission meeting scheduled for July 23
The Escambia County Commission will conduct an adjourned regular session July 23 at 9 a.m. in the County Commission Chambers, room 201, at the Escambia County Courthouse in Brewton. The Administrative Workshop will be held July 19 at 9 a.m.
ACH Goldencare to hold seminar July 25
Atmore Community Hospital GoldenCare will present a seminar on robotic surgery, July 25, beginning at 8:30 a.m. in the Mayson Auditorium.
Robotic surgery is redefining the way doctors provide treatment in the operating room. Baptist Health Care is now utilizing the da Vinci S HD Surgical System to provide patients with an alternative to both traditional open surgery and conventional laparoscopy. This state-of-the-art technology enables surgeons to perform some of the most complex and delicate procedures through thimble-sized incisions with unmatched precision. Patient benefits of robotic surgery include, less pain, less blood loss, less scarring, a shorter recovery time and a faster return to normal daily activities.
For seminar reservations, please call (251) 368-6397.
Back to School Bash scheduled for July 26
The Atmore Public Library is hosting a Back To School Bash starring Rick Rakestraw and his critters. The program will begin at 10 a.m. on July 26, and is sponsored by Friends of the Library.
"Connections" meeting slated for July 26
"Connections", a newly organized ministry for families of prisoners, will meet Thursday, July 26 at the Hospitality House in Atmore. Anyone, especially older adults, who are going through long term separation from a loved one, may attend the 3 p.m. meeting or call Mildred Hall for more information at 446-7377.
Hospitality House is located at 1106 E. Church Street.
Quartet come to New Home Church July 27
"The Proclaimers Quartet" of Columbus, Ga., will be in concert at the New Home Church near Monroeville on Friday, July 27. Barbeque pork and chicken plates will be served beginning at 5 p.m. at $6, which includes two vegetables and desert. Carry-outs will be available. The singing will begin at 7 p.m. and Revs. Kenneth Johnson and Thomas Smith invite everyone to attend.
New Home Church is located just north of U.S. Highway 84 East, between Repton and Monroeville.
Gospel singing July 27 at Martinville Baptist
There will be an evening of bluegrass gospel music at 7 p.m. on July 27 at Martinville Baptist Church.
Pastor Sonny Willingham and the congregation invite everyone to worship with Caleb Dennis and friends.
From Atmore, take Hwy. 21 North, go right on Martinville Loop or Martinville Circle and the church is on the right.
For more information call Evie Baggett at 251-368-4505 or Arelene Mack at 251-368-8638.
Father and son basketball July 28
The Concerned Citizens of Atmore will sponsor a Father and Son Basketball Game July 28 at Escambia County Middle School.
The game will begin at 7 p.m. in the gymnasium. All fathers and sons, uncles and nephews or anyone interested in playing is invited to get your hoop on.
Admission will be $5 for adults and $3 for children. All proceeds will be used for ECMS school programs during the 2007-08 school year.
Christian bike rally scheduled for July 28
The Escambia County Christian Bikers will have an organizational rally and ride July 28.
The day will begin at 9 a.m. with a meet and greet at Burnt Corn Park in Brewton. The ride will start at 9:45 a.m. and there will be a lunch fellowship at 11:45 a.m. (those participating must buy their own lunch, but the event is free).
For more information, call 251-238-2899.
Benefit softball tourney slated July 28
There will be a benefit co-ed softball tournament held Saturday, July 28, 2007 at Bradberry Park. There will be eight teams with a $200 entry fee per team. Bring your own Core 47 balls. Proceeds will benefit the family of Tony Merchant. For more information call Tim at 850-336-2187 or Ronnie at 251-331-5728.
Inspirational Voices at Greater Mt. Triumph
Inspirational Voices, the new addition to the Greater Mt. Triumph choir family, wishes to invite you to join us July 29 for morning worship service at 11 a.m. You are welcome to join us in singing praises, and uplifting the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. You are welcome to join us on July 29, or any fifth Sunday for worship services.
Bratt Assembly hosts kids' crusade
Bratt Assembly of God Church will be having a kids' crusade on Aug. 1-3. It will be put on by the Paige Family. Everyone is welcome to attend. There is no cost. The church in located on Highway 4 in Bratt, Fla.
ECMS new student registration Aug. 2
New student registration and 5th grade orientation scheduled for Aug. 2 from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m.
For more information call 368-9105.
Antioch Baptist food service ends Aug. 3
Antioch Baptist Church in Freemanville will be holding a summer food service program from June 6 through Aug. 3.
Meal times will be from 11:15 a.m until 11:30 a.m. Activities include, volleyball, basketball, checkers and other games from 10 a.m. until noon.
For more information contact Mrs. Jerridine Perryman at 368-1372 or 944-7250.
Council on Aging selling donuts
The Council on Aging will be selling Krispy Kreme donuts for $5 per dozen. Anyone interested in supporting this event should call 368-1032 ext. 102 or 140. Orders will be accepted until Aug. 9.
Summer art classes offered at new gallery
Summer art classes will be held starting in June from 1 p.m. until 3:30 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday at the new art gallery/studio, 106 W. Ridgeley St.
For more information call Vikki Day Faessel at 368-2150 or 294-1237.
Annual Watermelon Jubilee Aug. 11-12
The annual Watermelon Jubilee will be held Aug. 11-12. Lots of fun for all ages. Come and enjoy juicy watermelon, art &crafts, local talent and our new and improved children's area. Admission is $3 for adults and $1 for children. For more information call JoAnn Matthews or Diane Burkett at 334-382-0550.
VFW hosts Friday night dances
Friday Night Dances at the VFW are open to the general public for a donation of $5 per participant. Country and soft rock music for dancing is provided by the VFW's FREEDOM BAND. If you like good, clean and safe fun, the VFW Post located at 206 West Ashley Street is the place to be on Friday nights from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. "Pot luck" finger food and suppers are scheduled occasionally in conjunction with the dances to add to the merriment.
Remember the VFW Post in Atmore is the place to be on Friday nights.
EA registration open until classes full
Registration for the 2007-2008 school year at Escambia Academy for grades K-4 will be Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday each week from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. until all classes are full. In order to register, one must bring an original birth certificate, Alabama immunization form and social security card. There has been no increase in tuition. For additional information, call 368-2080 during registration hours or Betty Warren at 368-2322 after registration hours.
Leadership Atmore looking for recruits
The Leadership Atmore Steering Committee is asking all Leadership Atmore Alumni for their help in recruiting class members for 2007-2008. Please submit names to the chamber office as soon as possible.
Accepting apps for Head Start, Pre-K
Anyone looking for Comprehensive Child Development Services for children ages 3 to 5 years old can find it at Freemanville Head Start and Freemanville Pre-K. Head Start and Pre-K are now accepting applications for 2007-08. For more information contact: Community Action Agency at 251-626-2649.
Be sure to bring the following when making an application, proof of income, birth certificate, social security cards of household members, proof of insurance, current immunization record, current physical. We also accept children with disabilities.
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