Upcoming Events

THIS WEEK

Allison & Bristol VFW

Allison & Bristol VFW Post 6812 will hold it's Quarterly Dinner at the Senior Center on Ritter Road, Thursday June 26th at 6 p.m.

Using a Picnic Theme the Post will furnish hot dogs and Hamburgers, along with Baked Beans. Covered dishes are welcome. We will be honoring Kenneth Woodard for his 55 years of service as a Charter Member.

Any active duty military members are invited to bring your families and join us for the evening.

Contra dancing

This Saturday, June 28, go contra and square dancing at the John C. Campbell Folk School in the Community Room, Keith House. Admission: Adults $6, Ages 12-18 $3, Under 12 $2

Bob Dalsemer will be calling with music by the Cage Free String Band from North Georgia.

Beginners, singles and couples are welcome.

Beginners should come promptly at 8 pm, since we start with easier dances and more teaching.

Emergency Expo

Come learn about your emergency services on Saturday, June 28 from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the field across from Ingles! Demonstrations from Clay County Fire and Rescue, EMS and the Sheriff's Department. See a Rescue Air ambulance helicopter and enjoy hot dogs and hamburgers. Also, attend the car seat safety clinic and have fun in the bouncy castle!

Horse show scheduled

The Union County Saddle Club's next Open Horse Shows are schedule for Saturday, June 28 and Saturday, July 5, 2008. Sign up time for both shows will be at 11 a.m. with a start time of 12 Noon. The July 5 show is a make-up from the rain out in March.

The show grounds are located on the corner of Hwy. 515 and 325 in Blairsville. The shows are open to the public and there is no charge for admission. Come on out and enjoy a day of fun. If you need further information, visit the website at www.unioncountysaddleclub.org or call the information line at 706-745-3420.

Library Annual Meeting

Please join us Sunday afternoon June 29th, 2 p.m. at Moss Memorial Library for our Annual meeting. Everyone welcome. Please bring a dessert or appetizer to share.

COMING UP

Beadweaving class

The Small Business Center of One Dozen Who Care (ODWC) is offering a four-week Beadweaving class taught by Jean Busch and Swanee Hielscher. Beginning July 7, the class will be held on Monday evenings from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Beadweaving belongs to a special genre of arts that combines utilitarian concepts with self-expression. Participants do not need to have prior knowledge of beadweaving to attend and will be invited to display their work for sale at the ODWC Art Friday on August 22 from 4-7 p.m. Art Friday is a monthly event that showcases the works of local artists.

There is limited seating and registration is required. The deadline for registration is by Noon, Monday, June 30. A registration fee of $40.00 is due on the first evening, and it includes the beading kit. Call 828-321-2273 to register.

ODWC is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) Community Development Corporation, located at 65 Wilson Street, Suite 5, 6 & 7, Andrews, NC.

Freedom Celebration

Friday, July 4 at Chatuge Dam from 6 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Music, food, fun and fireworks!

Valley Kennel Club

We will NOT be holding a meeting in July. Our regular meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. the first Monday of each month at Brother's Restaurant on Hwy 64 in Murphy, NC. MEETINGS WILL RESUME IN AUGUST. We invite all those interested in pure bred dogs and canine activities to attend.

Republicans of Clay County:

Carl Mumpower, 11th District candidate for U.S. Congress will be our special guest for the July 10 meeting at the Hayesville Family Restaurant, 495 'Business' Hwy 64, Hayesville. Come join us for dinner from the menu at 6:00PM or 6:30 for the meeting. See you there!

Annual Picnic in the Smokies

Saturday, July 12, 2008 at Tassee Pavilion on the Greenway, Franklin, NC. The Pavilion is reserved from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

All residents, former residents, friends of, or interested in Lee County, Florida, come and join the fun. Bring your lunch and a lawn chair. Meet old friends, greet new friends, contact someone from your past. If you know someone from Lee County please pass this along.

For further information contact: Sandy Johnson: Sanjohn61@aol.com

Livestock Deadline

The Livestock Compensation Program deadline has been set to end on July 18, 2008. All livestock producers interested will need to come to the Farm Service Agency to sign up. The eligible animals include cattle, sheep, goats, equine, swine, and poultry owned in 2005, 2006 and 2007 due to the drought. This program pays on a per head basis. For more information call The Farm Service Agency at 828-837-2721 ext 2.

Progressive Dinner

Claudia Bannon, General Chairman of the 2008 Clay County Progressive Dinner, has announced this year's festivities will be held on July 18, 19 and 20.

As the term implies, the gala event, a major fundraiser to benefit the Clay County Food Pantry, will take place on three different evenings, at three different Clay County churches, during which guests will enjoy a delicious three-course meal, consisting of hors d'oeuvres, dinner and desserts.

The cost of tickets for all three evenings is $50.00. Seating for the dinner is limited to 100. Those wishing to do so may purchase separate tickets for the reception on Friday or dessert on Sunday at $15.00 each.

For ticket sales and further information, contact Claudia Shannon at 828-389-1715, Helen Naismith 828-389-8165 or Peggy Chirwood 828-389-4906.

Tennis camp for kids!

Tennis camp for kids ages 6-14 held at Young Harris College. Date: July 28-31, Time: 8:30-12:30. Camp is organized by YHC head coach Alli Hillman with the help of former and current collegiate tennis players. Camp is intended for players of all levels who wish to learn the game for the first time or improve their skills, all while having fun! For more information or to receive a registration form, contact Alli Hillman at 706 897-6103 or email ahillman@yhc.edu.

Short Fiction Contest

A Short Fiction Contest sponsored by Mountain Writers of North Carolina is now open to all writers of

Just a reminder all genres. The prizes are: First Place $100.00; Second Place $50.00; Third Place $25.00 and three honorable mentions. Judging will be blind and no members of Mountain Writers will serve as judges.

Entry criteria are as follows: Length no more than 1,500 words, double spaced with one inch margins all around; Print in Times New Roman, or Courier New, 12 point; Separate cover page with title, name, contact information and word count for each entry; Number pages in upper right corner of all pages; Bind manuscript with paper clip; Enclose entry fee of $10.00 for each submission (can be combined in one check or money order); Make checks payable to Mountain Writers.

Submission deadline is August 11, 2008. Late entries will be accepted through September 1st if accompanied by an additional $5.00 late fee.

Mail two copies of each entry to Joan Routh, 3691 Max Patch Road, Clyde, NC 28721. No manuscripts will be returned. Call J.C. Walkup at 235-2003 or e-mail jcwalkup@bellsouth.net for more information.

Adult tennis clinic

Adults, if you are interested in improving your game, meeting some new tennis players in the area, or you just want to have fun on the courts, join us for an adult clinic this summer! The clinic is intended for adult players of any level and will include instruction, drills, and playing lots of matches! Date: August 11-15, Time: 6-8 pm, Location: Young Harris College tennis courts. Cost: $10 per night or $40 for entire week. Come the entire week or as much as you can! Clinic is organized and coached by YHC tennis coach Alli Hillman. Please sign up by calling 706 897-6103 or email ahillman@yhc.edu.
 

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