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American Cancer Society Relay for Life

The American Cancer Society will sponsor "Relay for Life" on June 8 and 9 on the HIstoric Hayesville Courthouse Square. If you are interested in volunteering or would like further information, please call Brian Saraney at 828- 421-4838 or Kimberly Jones at 828-.389-4940..

Enchanted Valley Squares

The Enchanted Valley Squares hold their square dances in the Towns County Elementary School cafeteria. Dances are from 7:30 - 10:00 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Fridays. We will be having guest callers for March, and April. All dancers and those interested are welcome. For further information call Nick George 706-897- 2247 or Al Supplee 706-379-2191.

Free Diabetes classes offered at Library

Every Wednesday between 4 and 7 p.m., diabetes instruction is available free of charge at the Moss Library in Hayesville. The emphasis will be on understanding what diabetes is and how to do carbohydrate counting. Bring your logbooks, questions, and meters with you, Family members are also welcome.

Free WRAP classes

Free weekly WRAP classes are being offered every Tuesday from 4 - 6 p.m. in Clay County at the Hayesville Office of Murphy Counseling (the old Smoky Mountain Center). Wellness Recovery Action Planning, i.e. WRAP, is a 10-week course that teaches you an approach for managing mental health and/or substance abuse symptoms that are interfering with your life.

WRAP can provide you with HOPE that you can recover and reach for your goals! Certified facilitators are employees of Meridian Behavioral Health Services and have reached a place in their own recovery to offer hope, education, and support to others. Classes are free and you can begin at any time. Come join us as we explore proven ways to regain our wellness.

There is HOPE for a better life! For more information, call the Marble Center, 837-7466, ext. 2311, and talk to one of our facilitators about this wonderful program.

TCCC Foundation Plans Golf Tournament

The Tri-County Community College Foundation will hold its first Golf Tournament on Saturday, April 21 at The Ridges Country Club in Hayesville. The four-man, captain's choice format tournament is open to golfers of all levels. The total payout is $1,600 for first gross and first net. A variety of other contests and prizes will also be held including hole-in-one, closest to the pin women and men, longest drive women and men, and a putting contest. Door prizes, raffles and mulligans will also be available. The cost is $60 per person and includes greens and cart fees as well as a practice round on Friday for only a $20 cart fee. Event and hole sponsorships are also available to individuals and businesses. Proceeds from the tournament will go to support the Tri-County Community College Foundation.

The Foundation is a non-profit organization that supports the College by providing resources and acting as a catalyst with the community. Foundation projects include scholarships, college and community events, financial assistance to student organizations, college facilities improvements, fundraising for the Fire and Rescue Training Center, and a planned giving program.

For more information, call Dotie Ortega at 828-835-4208.

Relay for Life is Changing Dates!

Clay County is going to enjoy Relay for Life earlier than was first announced! Everyone will gather on the Square in Hayesville as planned previously; however, the dates will now be June 1, beginning at 6:00 pm and extending to June 2, 10 am to 2 pm!

We want to encourage everyone to keep June 8 open and on your calendar, as Hayesville High School will be holding their Class of 2007 Graduation Ceremony on this date.

Relayers are proud to move over for the "Future Relayers" to reap the rewards for completing their elementary and high school educations. Congratulations Class of 2007, we believe in your ability to change the future and continue the fight to eradicate cancer in your life time.

Everything stays the same for Relay Wrap up activities which includes delicious food and entertainment for all ages! So, take out your markers, get down your calendars, fire up your Blackberries, text message your friends and be on the Square in Hayesville at 6:00 pm on June 1 and June 2 from 10 am to 2 pm! See you there, Clay County.

Friends of the Library Book Store

We're ready for spring with a new coat of paint and hundreds of donations! Save $$$ on all your favorite books (Records Too!) and help support Moss Memorial Library, located across from Library in Hayesville Mon 12:30 - 4:00 Tues - Sat 10-4.

Intermediate Bridge

Meet at the Senior Center in Hiawassee, Monday and Friday at 12:45 p.m. All are welcome. Myrna 828-389-8065.

BRMAA announces April Classes

Julia Evatt, award winning sculptor, will be teaching a six week class for intermediate clay students. The focus of this class is the human figure and students will work with a live model. The class will be held on Thursday evenings April 5 - May 10 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Fiber artist Melody Little will be instructing a three week course, "Afghans Made Easy" on Thursdays, April 5, 12 & 19 from 10:00 -12:00. Always a wonderful gift - from babies to grandparents. Students will learn the different stitches to get them started on this surprisingle easy project.

Ms. Little will also be offering a course on making felted bags. Students will learn the felting process and create a colorful basket. The class will be Thursdays, April 26 and May 3 & 10 from 10:00 - 12:00 a.m.

For more information on these or other classes and events at the Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association call (706) 632-2144.

Hiawassee River Valley Kennel Club

will be hosting our Third Fun Match for AKC registered dogs Sunday April 22, 2007 at the Brasstown Community Center, 255 Settawig Road, Brasstown, NC 28902.Entries accepted from 8:30 - 10:00 a.m.Fees $5.00 for each entry.Inside events beginning at 10:30 are: Conformation, followed by Jr. Show. and Obedience competition. Outside event beginning at 10:30 a.m. Rally. We invite both spectators and exhibitors.There will be a Concession Stand and allday Raffle.

Contacts: Match Chairperson:Peggy Moorman @ 828 835 1082 or President Kit Miracle @ 706 492 5253.

Hidden Treasures

The Friends of the Moss Memorial Library's Thrift Store is now open in it's new location, across from the library and next door to the used bookstore. Hidden Treasures is open every Friday and Saturday from 10AM to 4PM and is also accepting donations of gently used household items during business hours. Call Susan Kaagan at 389-3325 to arrange for pickup of larger items.

Women's Resource Center

Will be holding Holiday survival skills classes at the Moss Memorial Library every Monday & Friday from 10-12 for 5 weeks starting April 16, 2007. For more information or to sign up please call Christy Lambert or Lea English at 828-837-2097.

Tusquittee Community Dinner

The Tusquittee Community Association is having it's first monthly dinner of the on April 24 at 6:30 at the Community Center. Our speaker will be Sheriff Joe Shook. Come and see all of the improvements we have made to the building and bring your favorite dish to share.

Republican Party

There will be a meeting of the Republican party on April 19 at Brothers Restaurant on W64, Murphy. Dinner at 6: pm followed by the meeting. For more information you may contact Donna Dockery at 644-5022 or Ron Ledford at home 494-3834 or his cell phone 361-2064.

Knitting and Felting at The Art Center

The Blue Ridge Mountains Arts Association is offering two new classes this month. Beginning Knitting will teach students the basics - cast on, knit, purl and binding off. Using these techniques they will create a scarf or dishcloth. The class will be held on Tuesday April 24 and May 1 from 10:00 - 12:00. In the Felted Bags class students will be introduced to the art of felt making - turning wool into fabric using soapy water, pressure and agitation. This class will make bags, however, felt can also be used to make rugs, hats, and boots. This class meets on Thursdays, April 26 and May 3 from 10:00 -12:00. Both classes will be taught by Melody Little. For more information or to register call the Arts Center at 706-632-2144.

Senior Center Dance

Our regular dance on the third Friday of the month will be held this Friday, April 20 at the Clay County Senior Center in Hayesville, North Carolina. The music for dancing will begin at 7:30 pm

Singles and couples from all areas are welcome. The cost, at the door is a $5.00 donation. This includes finger foods, soft beverages and all of the great music by Dave Bartens.

Come and listen to and dance to some of the best music around, from music from the past to country tunes, Latin rhythms and even a little line dancing.

For more information, and directions to the dance, call Mary Lou at 828-3893185 or Jeanne at 828-389-3003.

Farm Market

Farm Market meeting on the square April 21, 2007 at 9:30 a.m.

Come reserve a spot, fill out paperwork pay dues: $15.00 for season return members$20.00 for season new members

We officially begin our 2007 season May 5th.

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