By Staff
Dr. Moore featured on today's 'Girl Talk'
Every Wednesday from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. WNSI 105.9 FM in Atmore has "Girl Talk" hosted by Atmore resident Susan Smith.
Today's special guest will be Dr. Harry Moore with the Moore Clinic for Wholeness In Health. Dr. Moore will be discussing his practice and his recent move from practice with Physicians Associates to his innovated treatment on wholeness of the patient. This should be a wonderful informational program.
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Up on the Rooftop Toy Drive Dec. 8
The Up on the Rooftop Toy Drive will be held Dec. 8 from 9 a.m. until.
DeeDra Kelley and Jennifer Stanley with Kelley's Ambulance will be on the rooftop of Fred's until the ambulance is filled with toys for the children of Atmore.
An application to register to receive toys can be picked up at The Atmore Advance. Applications must be turned in by Dec. 7 at the Advance located at 301 South Main Street.
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White honored Nov. 30 in Brewton
The public is cordially invited to attend a reception to honor F.P. "Skippy" White for his 24 years of service in the State of Alabama House of Representatives.
The event will be held Nov. 30 from 3:30 p.m. until 5 p.m. at the Escambia County Courthouse in the main courtroom.
The Perrys in concert Nov. 30 in Pineview
The Perrys will be in concert on Nov. 30 at 7 p.m. at Liberty Baptist Church in Pineview. For more information, call Gary Hollinger at 251-867-6588.
McCullough luncheon Saturday at David's
A McCullough Friendship luncheon will be held Dec. 1 at 11 a.m. at David's Catfish House in Atmore. Please remember to bring canned goods for the First Baptist Church of Atmore food pantry.
"Strings of Praise" in concert Dec. 2
"Strings of Praise" will be presenting a special Christmas Concert at 11 a.m. Dec. 2 at Woodlawn Methodist Church. This is a violin ensemble composed of four teens and their violins.
The Revs. Kenneth Johnson and Thomas Smith invite everyone to join them for this wonderful time of worship.
Woodlawn Church is located between Repton and Monroeville on U.S. Highway 84 East.
Calvary Temple hosts revival Dec. 3-7
Calvary Deliverance Temple will have revival Dec. 3-7 at 7 p.m. nightly. The Rev. Tony McCullough will be the speaker.
Potluck/Business meeting slated Dec. 3
The Oak Grove Annual Holiday Potluck/Business Meeting will be held on , Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. All Oak Grove residents are invited to discuss the county's role in managing the Community Center/Park.
Day Gallery, Art Association host event
The Atmore Art Association and Day Gallery will host Lee Bain, accomplished watercolor artist on Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. for a free watercolor art demonstration.
The event will be open to guests and prospective Art Association members.
This will be held at the Day Gallery.
Sacred Heart Bus rides to Davisville
The Sacred Heart Mission in Motion Bus will be at the Davisville Community Center on Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. They will be taking blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol. Flu shots will be for seniors.
Evening with Santa slated for Dec. 6
On Dec. 6 from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. the Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an Evening with Santa. The event will be at Atmore Heritage Park, which is located at the corner of Main and Craig Streets.
Santa will be on hand to take photos with the many girls and boys of the Atmore area. Peacock Photography will be in charge of the photographs. Prices are one 5X7 and four wallet sized photos for $10 or two 5X7s and eight wallet sized photos for $18.
Historical Society selling ornaments
The Atmore Historical Society's Centennial ornaments are for sale. Please contact Hattie Maxwell at 368-4608.
Poarch Parade scheduled for Dec. 7
The Poarch Christmas Parade will be held Dec. 7 at 4 p.m.
Christmas Parade scheduled for Dec. 8
The Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce's annual Twilight Christmas Parade will be held Dec. 8.
The parade will begin at 5 p.m. at Atmore City Hall. It will proceed down Ridgeley Street and turn on to Main Street and travel south to Lindberg Avenue where it will end at Escambia County High School. To participate in the parade, obtain an entry form from the Chamber office located in the Atmore Area YMCA & Community Center and fill it out before Dec. 3. A $25 entry fee will be charged for float entries, which will be eligible for judging. There isn't a charge for participants such as marching bands, clowns and characters and antique cars.
Relay teams hold Chili Cook-off
The Relay for Life teams will have a Chili Cook-off on Dec. 8 from at Heritage Park.
It will be held during and after the Chamber's Christmas Parade.
J. F. Shields Alumni to meet Dec. 8
The J. F. Shields/MCTS Alumni Association will meet Dec. 8 at 11 a.m. at The Beatrice Community Center.
For further information please contact Louise Lett Lee, President at jfshields-mctsalumni@hotmail.com .
Deadline nearing for Toys for Tots
The Concerned Citizens of Atmore's annual Toys for Tots with the U.S. Marine Corps distribution will be held Dec. 21. All needed families must register before Dec. 8. Must be ages 0-14 for qualification. Donations are welcome.
Contact 368-6023, 368-5350 or 368-2256.
Women in Black Program slated Dec. 9
The Harris St. A.O.H. Church is having a 100 Women in Black Program at 3:30 p.m. Dec. 9. Women of all ages are welcome.
Concerned Citizens host Christmas Ball
The Concerned Citizens of Atmore will have their Inaugural Christmas Ball on Dec. 15 at the Atmore YMCA located at 501 S. Pensacola Avenue. It will start at 7:30 p.m. and end at midnight and will cost $15 per person. Tickets can be purchased from CCA members or beauty salon owners. The attire is formal or semi-formal, bring an entr/e or set your own table, and will feature a hair show extravaganza and live entertainment.
Coalition against C&S meets weekly
The coalition against C&S Chemicals locating on Woods Road in Atmore holds a meeting every Tuesday evening at 6 p.m. at New Order Baptist Church.
Legion Auxiliary schedules meetings
American Legion Auxiliary meeting is held the second Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the American Legion building.
If anyone is interested in membership, please call 446-1403.
Junior Auxiliary group meetings scheduled
The monthly meeting of the American Legion JUNIOR Auxiliary is held on the first Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. in the Second Floor Activity Room of the American Legion. Any eligible girl under 18 years of age is welcome.
Parents may contact Mary Stanley at 368-5769 to check eligibility or come to the meeting as scheduled.
Legion meetings second Tuesdays
American Legion meeting is held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the American Legion building.
If anyone is interested in membership, please call 446-1403 and leave a voicemail.
Friday night dances at VFW open to public
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, safe fun, the VFW Post located at 206 W. Ashley Street is the place to be on Friday nights from 7:30 p.m. until 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.
Atmore Church of God starting clubs
The Atmore Church of God is starting a Boys Club and a Girls Club. Ages will range from 5 years through 16 years of age. They are inviting all boys and girls to join the club and enjoy the activities. If you are interested and need further information contact Pastor Glenn Bryars on Wednesday evening or Sunday morning or evening at the Atmore Church of God located at 90 Jack Springs Road in Atmore.
ECHS students offer peers help in courses
Escambia County High School students who have not passed the graduation exam will take the test again in December.Those students have the opportunity for tutoring at the high school Monday through Thursday, both during and after school. Students can receive assistance in science, math, social studies, English and reading.
Student tutors are working the program and students who need assistance will receive individualized assistance. The priority of the program is to help those who need to pass the graduation exam, although students who are having difficulties in their courses may also be tutored. Several teachers on staff at ECHS are familiar with the requirements of what the students need to pass the graduation exam and are helping with the program.
For more information, call the school at 368-9181.
Legion dances held Saturday nights
American Legion dance is held every Saturday night from 7 p.m. until 10 p.m. unless there is a fifth Saturday in the month. Donation of $5 taken at the door.
ECHS booster club meeting on Jan. 8
The next Escambia County High School Booster Club meeting will be held on Jan. 8, 2008 at 7 p.m. at David's Catfish.
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