Upcoming Events

THIS WEEK

Many Forks Baptist Church

Many Forks Baptist Church of Gumlog, Ga , will be having a Fall Celebration on October 31, 2007, beginning at 5 p.m. There will be games for the kids and also for adults followed by hot dogs & hamburgers, with all the trimmings and finishing up with a hay-ride.

The congregation along with their Pastor, RL Martin would truly enjoy your fellowship on this night.

Murphy Library

It is 1935 and the middle of the Great Depression in the mountains of Tennessee. Cherokee medicine man Willow John is telling a young Indian boy about his noble ancestors. He speaks softly but draws strength as he goes along. His voice becomes the slow-beating drum of narrator and chorus as thousands of Cherokee make their way in his memories along the Trail of Tears.

Actor Graham Greene stars in this Canadian production about a young Cherokee boy (Josh Ashton) growing up in Appalachia. Filmed in the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, the Murphy Public Library will show this PG-rated film in honor of American Indian Heritage month on Thursday at 3:15 p.m. and again at 6 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to come.

What is CCCRA?

Join us at our Annual meeting & SEE!! David Quinn, HandMade in America, will explain the Design Cherrette, coming in March 2008.

Also, UPDATES on the Pioneer Village & Jackrabbit Trail. Thursday, November 1 at 6 p.m. First United Methodist Church , Hayesville.

Please bring a covered dish to pass, Door Prizes.

Daughters of the British Empire

Daughters of the British Empire (DBE) is hoping to establish a local chapter in the North Georgia/Western North Carolina mountains area and would like to contact eligible women. The organization ,which has been in existence for nearly a century has been a common bond for women of British heritage living in the USA. Members, joining together in fellowship, contribute significantly to the good of their local communities and support the four retirement homes for men and women established by the DBE.

The DBE is a charitable,nonprofit, nonpolitical American organization and membership is extended to women of British or British Commonwealth birth or ancestry and to women married to men of British or British Commonwealth birth. Membership is organized on a chapter basis and meetings are held monthly usually followed by an informal social time over a cup of tea or coffee and British goodies.

For more information about joining the chapter please contact:

Maureen at 404 583 3958 or email at maureendbe@ hotmail .com

Park Performance

The Licklog Players will be performing Neil Simon's "Barefoot in the Park" November 2-4 & 9-11 at the Peacock Playhouse in Hayesville. The show, directed by Laurel Adams, is rated PG.

Santa has new helpers this year

Santa and his elves have been busy as can be but he admitted he could use some extra help this year. The Union General Hospital Auxiliary has stepped in to help him (and you) get a jump start on Christmas gift ideas.

We are working with Trendy Trinkets to bring you a wide selection of truly affordable gifts this year. Everything from earrings, necklaces, bracelets, scarves, picture frames, household decorative pieces and so much more.

Mark your calendars now for Friday, November 2 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and join us in the old lobby of Union General Hospital Blairsville, Georgia.

Wait, I haven't told you the best part, everything is just $5.00 (plus tax), that's right just $5.00. WOW!!!! Now you can get something for everyone on your list.

Please join us at this event and remember proceeds from this sale go to our scholarship fund which have benefited so many in our area. If you have any questions, please feel free to call President, Claudia Parks at (706) 745-5128.

Brenda Jacobs Reception

A Reception will be held on Saturday, November 3rd from 4 - 6 PM at the Hiawassee Grille (Fieldstone) Restaurant honoring Brenda Jacobs. Brenda is retiring after 20 years of service as the Administrative Executive for the North East Georgia Board of Realtors, all family and friends are welcome.

Blacksmith Auction

Handmade craft of all types, including forged metal, fiber, jewelry, wood items, pottery, and more Saturday, November 3 at the John C. Campbell Folk School, Keith House, Brasstown Rd., Brasstown, NC:

1 - 2 p.m. - Silent Auction

1 - 2 p.m. - Live Auction Preview

2 - 4 p.m. - Live Auction

Auctioneers are Tim Ryan & Bob Grove & emcee Jan Davidson.

All proceeds benefit the non-profit Folk School. Call 1-800-365-5724 or visit www. folkschool.org for more information.

Shiloah Baptist Church

Shiloah Baptist Church will be having a singing on Sunday, November 4th at 6:00 pm. The Lord's Messengers from Alto, GA will be singing. Rev. Clark Moss invites everyone to attend.

Hiawassee River Valley Kennel Club

Meetings are held at 6:30 p.m. the first Monday of each month at various locations. Our November 5th meeting will be held at Brother's Restaurant in Murphy, NC. We invite all those interested in pure bred dogs and canine activities to attend. Call President Kit Miracle @ 706 492 5253 or Edna Hodges @ 828 835 3311 for details.

Tri-State Model Railroaders

Tri-State Model Railroaders will hold their next meeting on Monday, Nov.5, 2007. A "Pot Luck" supper will begin at 5pm. The meeting will begin at 6pm. and will be followed by a Silent Auction at 7pm. This will take place at "Shepherd of the Hills" Luthern Church located at 823 Forge Mill Rd. at Hiway 515 near Morganton,Ga. Anyone interested in model railroading is welcome to attend. Any questions call Gordon Tuenge at 706 455-8903 or David Christjansen at 706 374-4936.

NOVEMBER

Universalist Fellowship of Franklin

On Sunday, November 4, the Speaker at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Franklin will be the Rev. Bill David of Franklin. The title of his sermon will be "Views of God." Children's Sunday School at 10:15 am. Services begin at 11:00am. Information call Bill Bell at (828) 369-3633.

Republican Party of Clay County

Republican Party of Clay County will have a Chili cook off on November 10, 2007 at the Brasstown Community Center starting at 5pm till 7pm, we will have music and fun, everyone is invited for more information call 389-0107.

Wayne Hankin & Jacqueline Schwab in concert

An early music and classical program by two talented instrumentalists

Meet-the-artists reception immediately following at Kelischek Workshop for Musical Instruments Presented by Brasstown Concert Association Sunday, November 11, 2:30p.m.

Keith House, John C. Campbell Folk School, Brasstown, NC

Tickets: Adults: $14; Students: $7

No reservations required. General admission seating.

For information call 828- 389-0033 or email bca123@ verizon.net

Moss Memorial Library

Serendipity Accessories Party: Friends of Moss Memorial Library fundraiser; fashion purses, totes, duffles and accessories on November 15th at 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Annual Open House: on December 19th at 10 a.m.; bring our favorite appetizer, dessert or snack and join us as we welcome in the holiday season! and don't forget to bring your recipe. Entertainment by the Blue Ridge Dulcimer Players will be there between 12 p.m. and 3 p.m.

Annual night of original christmas poems and stories: on December 20th at 7 p.m.; NC Writers Network West, with an opportunity for you to read your own original holiday story or poem.

Funded by Fred A. Moss Charity Trust. Refreshments will be served. For additional information call (828)389-8401 Hayesville, NC.

COMING UP

New Year's Eve Dance

Make your reservations now for the New Year's Eve dance being held at the Hayesville Senior Center.

Come celebrate bringing in the New Year with dancing to live music provided by Dave Bartens and enjoy nice people, food buffet and soft drinks. This event will be held on Monday Evening Dec. 31st from 9:00PM to 1:00AM. All this for a small donation of $10 per person, Please call (828) 389-3581 to make your reservation.

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