Week of April 16, 2012 Vol 6 Issue 16 |
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Upcoming Events
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April 17
Monroe County Board of Commissioners Meeting
9 am
Forsyth Monroe Kiwanis Club Meetings
12 pm
Forsyth City Council
7 pm
April 19
Rotary Club at Prime Palate
12 pm
April 21
Hubbard Alumni Annual Parade, Concessions & Entertainment
10 am
Chicken Que at Christ United Methodist Church
11 am
Hubbard Alumni Annual Celebration Banquet
6 pm
followed by the
Celebration Social
9 pm
April 24
Kiwanis Club at FUMC
12 pm
Chamber Executive Committee Meeting
4 pm
April 26
Bistro & Backup
11 am
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"Just Shooting" at the Arts Alliance
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Monroe County Arts Alliance presents "JUST SHOOTING", the Digital Photography of Don Daniel.
Longtime resident of Monroe County, Don Daniel was the founder, original editor and publisher of the Reporter and maintains a weekly column in the newspaper. He travels extensively in his present work with FEMA on disaster scene assessment. His photographs will be on display in the gallery until April 27.
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Hubbard Alumni Annual Parade, Concessions & Entertainment
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The 2012 grand marshal is Alex C. Habersham, publisher of the Macon Middle Georgia Black Pages. Line up at the Monroe County Board of Education Parking Lot. Concessions and entertainment will be held at the William Hubbard Middle School Campus on April 21, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Parade entry fee is $35; Concession booth fee is $50, for more details contact Lois Allen at (478-994-8856. Visit the website for details and to sign up.
This 2012 Banquet at 6 pm will feature the Willie James (Sandy) Henderson singing group. Sandy Henderson graduated in the Hubbard Class of 1958 and will captivate his audience with his singing talents. This year's Banquet is hosted by the Hubbard Class of 1959. The ticket cost is $35 per person and contacts are Hattie Williams-Malone at 404-349-9242; Tatrabian Charles at 478-394-0505; Winifred Berry at 478-474-1978.
Visit the website for details on the Celebration Social beginning at 9 pm at the American Legion Hall, tickets are $10.
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Chicken Que at Christ United Methodist Church
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You know it must be spring when the Christ United Methodist men start to fire up the BBQ pit! Join CUMC on Saturday, April 21 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM for some lip smacking pit-grilled chicken. Purchase your tickets now for your meal so you don't miss out on some good eating! Price of a ticket is $7.50 and is available from most church members. Meals can also be purchased upon arrival. Christ United Methodist Church is located at 417 North Frontage Road in Forsyth next to the Farm Bureau. For more information, please call the church office at 478-994-1232.
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Mobile Office for Congressman Austin Scott
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This month, representatives from the office of Congressman Austin Scott will be in your neighborhood for our mobile office hours. If you need assistance with federal issues ranging from Medicare and Social Security to Veterans benefits, you are encouraged to stop by
next Wednesday, April 25, from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM. Location is Alderman Hall of the Welcome Center at68 North Lee Street, Forsyth, Ga. Congressman Scott says it is an honor to represent you and offers the mobile office opportunities for your convenience.
If you have any questions, please call their Tifton office at 229-396-5175 or Warner Robins at 478-971-1776.
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Benefit concert featuring The Scrub Team
| That's right! The Scrub Team is back for this Relay For Life benefit concert presented by Monroe County Hospital's Relay For Life team introducing two new local additions we all know and love. In addition you will hear Doc and Not-Doc and It's A Trap. Join them on Saturday, April 28, at 7 p.m. at the Georgia Public Safety Training Center in the auditorium.
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3 Rules for Building Business Relationships at Business After Hours networking event
| The Business After Hours monthly networking event will be held on April 26, 5:30 to 7 pm at 1st Franklin Financial. Here is an article with some interesting advice on why business networking is important to you and your business relationships.
Excerpt from the article: "Are you generating the most value from your professional relationships? Here are three ways to quickly inject some life into your network. Ask any entrepreneur or salesperson (one might argue there is no difference) about their greatest asset and you'll often hear the same answer: their network and relationships." Follow this link to read the full article.
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3rd Annual Autism Awareness Festival
| Anchor of Hope Foundation and Central Georgia Autism invites you to share the journey with them on Saturday, April 28. They will sponsor a 5K Trail Run and Family Fun Run with registration beginning at 7:00 am at Daysping Presbyterian Church. Parking will be at Banks Stephens Middle School parking lot. Race registration is available online at active.com
A Community Resource Fair and Family Fun Festival will begin at 9:00 am until 2:00 pm, with children's inflatables, music, games, crafts, and resource vendors. Download the flyer.
If you would like to register as a vendor, volunteer, performing band, or learn about sponsorship opportunities and to learn how you can be involved, please visit their website at anchorofhopefoundation.com or call (478) 955-0854. Click here for printable volunteer sign up sheet or vendor sign up details.
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Rising Stars Awards Banquet for Middle School Students
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As is tradition, the Chamber will host a luncheon recognizing Monroe County Middle School students who have maintained all A's on their report cards throughout the school year. Each student receives a certificate of achievement and a savings bond gift certificate sponsored by a Chamber member business, professional, or organization.
We ask Chamber Members to consider partnering with the Chamber in sponsoring one of these very deserving students in recognition of their accomplishment. Not only will your contribution be acknowledged in the event program, your business will also be recognized as a Rising Star sponsor in The Monroe County Reporter, the Chamber's weekly newsletter, and the Chamber website for the remainder of the year to promote your business as a supporter of community education. Without businesses like yours, we could not make this possible.
For more information or details on becoming a sponsor please contact the chamber staff at 478-994-9239. To ensure your sponsorship is properly displayed in the program and newspaper please respond by April 30.
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No Noodles For Poodles Virtual Event to build No-kill Shelter
| The 9th Annual Noodles For Poodles benefit for Save A Pet, Inc., sponsored by Grits Cafe and set for April 19th, has been cancelled this year due to the tragic fire on March 19, 2012 at Grits Café. This year Save A Pet will sponsor a NO "Noodles for Poodles" virtual event during May 2012. Save A Pet advocates can make donations to "purchase" a virtual item and continue to support the no-kill rescue's mission. 100% of your donation is tax deductible and directly benefits the dogs. Please click here to read the flyer with all of the details and if you prefer not to donate or participate online you can print the reply/order form and send a check.
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It's A Girl Thing!
| Monroe County Adult & Community Education is hosting a Tea Party at the Monroe County Clubhouse. You are invited to bring a special woman in your life on Saturday, May 5, from 2 to 4 p.m., to enjoy entertainment, door prizes, and they will have a best hat contest so get your hat on and join them. Download the flyer here.
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Internationally Acclaimed Life Coach and Author Contributes to "Art a la Carte"
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Best-selling author and life coach Cheryl Richardson has contributed a potpourri of her life-changing products to the "Art a la Carte" silent auction. Included are her famous Life Makeovers book; Stand Up for Your Life DVD; and The Art of Extreme Care CD. All are displayed in a rose-covered basket. The local arts benefit will be held May 5th from 6:00 pm-10:00 pm at Gallery 51 in Forsyth. There will be a variety of art "happenings" including live music, dancing, food and drink, interactive art, artists and one-stroke-painting demos. The event will culminate in a "Georgia Icons" live auction with 12 paintings from talented artist members. All will be invited to participate in the extensive silent auction. Tickets and information can be obtained from the Monroe County Bank, The Farmers Bank, Jonah's on Johnston, Smart Shoppes on the Square, Forsyth-Monroe County Chamber of Commerce, and the Monroe Arts Alliance Gallery. Phone (478) 994-8668 for more information.
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Member Newsletters keeping you informed
| Backlot Players Inc. May through June Newsletter
Keep up with what is going on with the Backlot Players, their plans, their plays and musical events. Mark you calendar now for upcoming shows you don't want to miss. Read the Newsletter here.
Infinity Networks Solutions April Newsletter
Keep up to date on your technology for your personal life and your business. Keep posted on current IT issues and what's available from Infinity Networks wide variety of solutions. Read the Newsletter here.
Treasure Trove April Newsletter
Read the special message the ladies of the Trove wish to share, you are invited to drop by and sit a spell on the porch to catch up or shop new items in the store. Read the Newsletter here.
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High Falls State Park Campground Hosts needed
| The campground host program is one of the state parks most popular volunteer opportunities. In exchange for a free campsite and utilities, campground hosts volunteer to meet and greet arriving campers, offer check-in assistance, perform minor maintenance tasks and meet visitors from all over the world.
Hosts volunteer for a minimum of two months up to a maximum of six months. Hosts contribute a minimum of 24 hours per week per couple. Their is an annual membership of $15 to be listed as a volunteer with Georgia Parks, this membership covers cost of processing your application, the excess liability insurance and the criminal background check. Please visit the DNR website for more information on volunteer hosting positions or locations.
The High Falls State Park office can be contacted directly at 478-993-3053 or by e-mail to Doug.Chambers@dnr.state.ga.us or High_Falls.Park@dnr.state.ga.us and any interested applicants should speak to Doug Chambers or Roy Epps. The park staff or State Park Volunteer Coordinator, Nyleta Wallace (Nyleta.Wallace@dnr.state.ga.us) can help answer any questions interested applicants might have.
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