Community Calendar

Ongoing

Monday Market is now open for business! The popular farmer’s market, located in the parking lot of the Depot in downtown Calhoun, will be open each Monday, from 10 a. m. - 2 p. m. through September. Sponsored by the Gordon County Young Farmers. Depot located at 109 South King Street.

SAVE THE DATE: The Gordon Central High School Class of 1993 will hold its 25- year reunion on Saturday, Oct. 20, 2018. Please send your updated contact information to gchs1993calhoun@gmail.com to receive your invitation.

For information on holding or supporting a benefit at the Oostanaula Community Club in Calhoun, call Barbara Talley at 770- 608- 2050. The club is located at 1595 Oostanaula Bend Road SW in Calhoun.

Gordon County Democrats meet the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the McConnell Community Center, 115 McConnell Rd, Calhoun, GA 30701. All Democrats are welcome. For more information, email us at gordoncountydemocrats@gmail.com.

Lyerly United Methodist is looking for all types of vendors for its 10th Annual Car & Truck Show and Craft Festival on Saturday, Aug. 11 from 8 a. m. - 3 p. m., rain or shine, at Dowdy Park on the corner of Hwy 27 and Hwy 114 in Summerville. This year the train will be rolling into the Summerville Train Station at 12: 45 p. m. bring lots of smiling faces from Chattanooga. Booth rental is $ 20 for a 15’ x15’ area. You will need to provide your own tent, tables, and chairs. There is electricity has been redone. For an application or more information call Judy Motes at 706- 857- 6008 and leave a message or email Marie Hanna at mariehanna@windstream.net with your questions.

The American Red Cross is starting a Northwest Georgia Chapter Club for youth ages 13- 18. This club will give youth members the chance to gain leadership experience and skills, save and change lives, help with the community, build a resume and gain volunteer hours for college applicants. The Northwest Georgia Chapter Club would be involved in Blood Drives, Fundraiser events, Emergency preparedness, First Aid and CPR classes and helping the homeless and veterans. Call Joe Nix at 706- 7678231 or email joenix1989@gmail.com

Week of July 8

Art Camp & Painting Classes at Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden - July 9 - 13: An exciting camp is open for registration now through the first week of July! If you know of a young artist, who could use an extra dose of some creative fun this summer, sign them up for Art Camp at Howard Finster’s Paradise Garden. There are two sessions based on age, held July 9- 13, and are open for young artists ages 7 – 13. The morning session is 9: 30 a. m. - noon and will host ages 7- 9. The afternoon session is 1: – 3: 30 p. m. with ages 10 – 13. Taught by a variety of artists, students will learn about the art of Howard Finster, along with other artists, and they will explore art fundamentals by experiencing drawing, painting, mixed media, and working with recycled objects. Each student leaves with 3 to 4 finished pieces. All supplies are included! Students bring their own snacks and drinks. At the end of the week, on Friday afternoon from 5- 5: 30 p. m., we invite the camp participants, and their parents and friends for a student Art Show in the Visitor’s Center. $75 for members and Chattooga County Residents, $ 90 for not- yet members. Discounts available for multiple children, and if you refer a friend! There are also painting classes for adults available July 25, 7 - 9 p. m. Materials provided and the cost is $ 25 for members, and $ 30 for not yet members. Sign up today by calling 706- 8080800.

The Georgia Trail Of Tears Association July 14 meeting will be held at the Gordon County Historical Society ( Oakleigh), 335 S. Wall St. ( US Hwy 41), Calhoun, Ga. 30701 at 10: 30 a. m. Speaking at the meeting will be past President, W. Jeff Bishop, and his topic will be “The Journey To Indian Country.” Jeff’s presentation will be the third in our series of five commemorating the 180th anniversary of the Cherokee removal from Georgia. You may park at the Voluntary Action Center ( VAC) parking lot ( 343 S. Wall St) which is next door to Oakleigh. The meeting is free and open to the public.

Week of July 15

Preserving the Taste of Summer: A Peach Jam Making Workshop will be held on Thursday, July 19 from 10 a.m .-12 p.m. at So nora ville High School Room 214. Cost is $5 for Gordon County Young Farmers members; $10 for general public. Come learn how to make your own homemade jams and jellies. For more information, call Annemarie

Carr at 770-519-3619. To register, call Alexis Roberts at 770-387-5142. Space is limited.

Week of July 29

FIRST THURSDAY BOOK CLUB will meet on Thursday, Aug. 2, at Shoney’s on Red Bud Road at 7 p.m. We will discuss “THE NEST” by Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney. According to Los Angeles Times, “The Nest is an addictive, poignant read with an enticing premise: four adult siblings fighting over the trust fund they’re all counting on to bail them out of their particular disappointments and self-inflicted disasters.” ALL ARE WELCOME! Arrive a little earlier to enjoy dinner! For more information contact Roberta Charbonneau at 678773-5655.

Week of Aug. 19

On Aug. 25 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., educators will explore the topic of teaching writing with local writer and educator, Martha Templeton at the Calhoun-Gordon County Library. In Ms. Templeton’s session, “Students as Authors: Empowering Students with Words, with Audience, and with Voice,” educators will explore the merits of an authentic writers’ workshop as an avenue for student access to language. Teachers will engage in model lessons, discuss the merits of giving students choice in writing, examine student work, discuss the use of assessment tools to guide and assess the work, and explore the power of individual and group conferences in facilitating student growth. These sessions (and GATESOL membership) are good for any teacher who has English learners in their classrooms! Classroom teachers are invited to join GATESOL and register for the sessions. Visit gatesol.org for more information.

Week of Sept. 2

FIRST THURSDAY BOOK CLUB will meet on Thursday, Sept. 6, at Shoney’s on Red Bud Road at 7 p.m. We will discuss one of NPR’s Best Books of the Year “The Alice Network” by Kate Quinn. “Quinn delivers an enthralling tale filled with breathtaking narrative that will make the reader feel as if they’re in the back of the roadster, riding along with the raucous Eve and courageous Charlie on their clandestine adventures. Suspenseful and engrossing, THE ALICE NETWORK is a mustread!” writes Heather Webb, author of Rodin’s Lover. ALL ARE WELCOME! Arrive a little earlier to enjoy dinner! For more information contact Roberta Charbonneau at 678-773-5655.

Week of Oct. 7

On Oct. 13 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Dr. Cherri Woods Washington will present “Yes! Take it Personal! Personalizing Instruction to Increase Student Achievement,” at the Calhoun-Gordon County Library. In this session, Dr. Woods Washington will educate and inspire educators to find creative ways to make connections with English learners. These sessions (and GATESOL membership) are good for any teacher who has English learners in their classrooms! Classroom teachers are invited to join GATESOL and register for the sessions. Visit gatesol.org for more information.

Week of Oct. 28

The final GATESOL event of 2018 event will be held at the Calhoun-Gordon County Library on Nov. 1 at 5 p.m. New York Times Bestselling author, Carmen Agra Deedy, will present “An Evening of Storytelling for Educators.” Although no book sales will be held at this event, there will be time provided for book signing. These sessions (and GATESOL membership) are good for any teacher who has English learners in their classrooms! Classroom teachers are invited to join GATESOL and register for the sessions. Visit gatesol.org for more information.

Notices

The Military Order of the Purple Heart, Rome Chapter 525, meets the first Monday of the month except holidays at Sam’s Burger Deli, 3268 Hwy 27 (Martha Berry Hwy), Rome, Ga. at 6 p.m. All veterans who have been awarded the Purple Heart are eligible for membership and are invited to join. For more information contact Larry Fleming at 678-986-6601 or Alfred (Spanky) Carnes at 706802-8262. purpleheartrome525@gmail.com

The Calhoun Housing Authority Board of Commissioners meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month for the regular called Board Meetings at 12:00 p.m. Special Board meetings will be advertised in advance. All meetings are held at 607 Oothcalooga St. Calhoun, Georgia. The public is invited to attend. Call to verify a meeting is schedule prior to attending.

The Calhoun Area Writers meet every third Friday of the month at The Gordon County Chamber of Commerce from 6-7:30 p.m. The club exists to support writers, from published authors to those who simply enjoy writing down their thoughts.

If you are a HOMEOWNER and have served in the United States Military or are a Surviving Spouse and live in Gordon or Bartow County, you may qualify for up to $13,000 in FREE home rehabilitation such as a new roof, exterior windows and doors, central heat and air, low flow plumbing, etc. Contact New Foundations Development, Inc. and ask for Carol Hatch at 706-629-9183 ext, 14 Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Income limits apply and funds are limited so don’t wait or you will miss out. This program is for VETERANS and Surviving Spouses ONLY. (New Foundations Development, Inc. is a local nonprofit working in conjunction with the Calhoun Housing Authority, NorthSide Bank of Calhoun, North Georgia National Bank.)

Fairmount Library is now located inside of City Hall on the second floor. Story time is held every second Saturday of the month at 11 a.m. and New Horizon Book Club is held on the second Thursday of the month. For more information call 706-337-5306.

United Way of Gordon County’s Young Leaders Society provides opportunities for philanthropic service, social, and networking events. Our Lunch with Leaders program provides members with a positive learning experience while allowing members to interact with professional leaders in the community. The mission of the United Way of Gordon County Young Leaders Society is to foster opportunities for volunteerism, philanthropy, and a spirit of caring throughout the communities in which we live and work with one or more of the 19 partner agencies of United Way of Gordon County. Membership Requirements include anyone between the ages of 21-45; dues of $240 annually and 20 volunteer hours performed annually. For more information, contact Ashley Goble at Gordon County United Way by emailing agoble@gordoncountyunitedway.org.

Story times at the Calhoun-Gordon County Library, 100 N. Park Ave. in Calhoun, are 10:30 a.m. on Thursdays.

The Calhoun Adult Learning Center has so much to offer. Make the center your window to the world. Free study programs are offered during the day and evening sessions. Enroll in adult education today. Call 706-624-1111. The center is located on the campus of Georgia Northwestern Technical College.

Lutheran Services of Georgia’s Specialized Foster Care Program is recruiting individuals and couples to provide safe and stable foster homes for children waiting in Georgia’s foster system. Information Sessions are held on the first Thursday of every month at 5:30 p.m. at the Rome Office, located at 336 Broad Street, Ste. 200 Rome, GA 30161. Individual sessions may be scheduled to accommodate families, as needed. For more information, contact Laura Fowler at 706-512-7777 or lfowler@lsga.org.

Lutheran Services of Georgia’s Heritage Adoption Program partners with DFCS to find Forever Families for children waiting in Georgia’s foster care system. Information Sessions are held on the 3rd Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Rome Office, located at 336 Broad St, Suite 200. Individual sessions may be scheduled to accommodate families, as needed. For more information, contact aweaver@lsga.org or call 706506-0649.