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in Ringgold, Tuesday, Aug. 30, at 6 p.m. This month’s selection is “A Place on Earth” by Wendell Berry. For more information, call Donna Greeson at 706935-2810.
COMMUNITY· The
Catoosa County public library,
108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold,
will host Teen Choice Program
Tuesday, Aug. 30, at 4:30 p.m. For more information, call 706965-3600. COMMUNITY · The
Alzheimer’s Association will host a caregiver workshop
Tuesday, Aug. 30, from 10 a.m. -2 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Fort Oglethorpe, 2645 Lafayette Road, Fort Oglethorpe. Registration is free, but required. Lunch is provided. Please call 800272-3900 to register.
Thursday, Sept. 1
United Way’s 2016 Campaign Kickoff
COMMUNITY ·
for Walker, Catoosa and Dade Counties is Thursday, Sept. 1, from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the Walker County Civic Center, 10052 N Highway 27, in Rock Spring. A buffet breakfast will open at 7:15 a.m. United Way CEO Lesley Scearce and North Georgia’s 2016 Campaign Chair Rhonda Beasley will be two of the featured presenters. Event is free, but space is limited. Register at UnitedWayCHA. org/NGAbreakfast or call 423-752-0300 to R.S.V.P. Deadline to register is Tuesday, Aug. 30. Sponsors are First Volunteer Bank and Shaw Inc.
Saturday, Sept. 3
COMMUNITY · Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park invites the public to attend a
variety of living history programs taking place at Point Park, on Lookout Mountain and at Chickamauga Battlefield during Labor Day weekend,
Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 3-4. At Point Park, living historians will share the experiences of Confederate soldiers on the mountain during the Siege of Chattanooga. Programs, which will include rifle-firing demonstrations, are scheduled at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Saturday and at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Admission to Point Park is $5 per adult, ages 16 and older (children, ages 15 and younger enter for free). At Chickamauga Battlefield, there will be artillery programs Saturday. Visitors will have the opportunity to see and hear a reproduction Civil War cannon firing and to learn about the role of artillery during the Battle of Chickamauga. Programs at the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center are scheduled at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. There are no admission fees to Chickamauga Battlefield. For more information about upcoming programs at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, please contact the Lookout Mountain Visitor Center at 423-821-7786, the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center at 706-866-9241, or visit the park’s website at nps. gov/chch.
Thursday, Sept. 8
United Way asks nonprofit organizations to consider submitting a project proposal
COMMUNITY ·
for the United Way Volunteer Center’s 27th annual Day of Caring. On Thursday, Sept. 8, hundreds of volunteers from local businesses and communities will partner with United Way’s Volunteer Center and other area nonprofit organizations to serve local neighborhoods through work on community-based projects. The center needs help to find unique volunteer projects where willing volunteers can serve and make the most impact in one day. Nonprofit (501c3) organizations are invited to submit a project need to United Way’s Volunteer Center. More than one project proposal may be submitted (and may be accepted) but each request must be submitted separately. Go to UnitedWayWCD. org to fill out a proposal online or to download a proposal form. For more information call Anna Baker with United Way’s Volunteer Center at 423-752-0316 or email her at annabaker@uwchatt.org.
Saturday, Sept. 10
RECREATION ·
Bendabout Farm will continue its tradition of hosting polo matches Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 10-11 and 17-18.
Matches will feature local, national and international players from the professional and amateur ranks playing as the Bendabout Team and the Aiken South Carolina Team. Feature match Sunday, Sept. 18, benefits the 6th Cavalry Museum. Admission and parking are free. Reps of the museum will be available for questions and to accept voluntary contributions, which are encouraged. Saturday matches are at 10 a.m. and Sunday matches are at 2 p.m. Games are played “weather permitting.” Gates open to the public two hours before start time. There is plenty of free parking and seating or bring folding chairs. Bendabout Farm is just south of Cleveland on U.S. Highway 11. Look for the “Polo Today” sign. The address is 3553 South Lee Highway. For additional information, visit the Bendabout Farm website at bendabout.com or call 423-476-6602.
COMMUNITY · The Catoosa County Library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, invites the community to hear
familystories told by local storyteller Kay Rose
Saturday, Sept. 10, at 11:30 a.m. Rose specializes in classic stories for children and families and will tell different stories each month based on a changing theme. She uses puppets, props and audience participation to make her stories fun and entertaining for all ages. As a former first grade teacher, she knows how to connect with children in a way that helps them understand the story instead of just listening.
REUNION · The
West Side class of 1966 will host its 50th reunion
Saturday, Sept. 10, at Red Clay State Park, 1140 SW Red Clay Park Road, Cleveland, Tenn. There will be a covered dish luncheon at 1 p.m.; shelter is reserved for the day.
Fee is $5 per person and due by Thursday, Sept. 1.
All 66 graduates and those who started at Tunnel Hill or West Side and would have been a part of the class of 1966 are welcome to attend. Call Barbara 706-581-2016 or Kathleen at 706-6734291 for reservation or payment.
COMMUNITY · The second annual
North Georgia Autism Conference
will be Friday, Sept. 16, from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Rock Bridge Community Church, Stage 123, 123 W. Gordon Street, in Dalton. Sponsors are Elder Law Practice of David L. McGuffey, Northwest Georgia Healthcare Partnership and the Community Foundation of Northwest Georgia. Cost is $25 per person. Registration online at chattanoogaautismcenter. or at event, beginning at 8 a.m. Lunch is not guaranteed if you register the day of the event.
GENERAL
ARTS · LakeviewFort Oglethorpe High School’s Open Studio community art program, under the direction of art teacher Wendy Morgan, offers
a variety of art workshops
on Tuesdays in room 310. Youth classes are from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Adult classes are from 6-8 p.m. Class fee is $15. Mediums include in depth direction in drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, clay, glass and photography and are suitable for budding artists of any age. Payments should be made in advance to LFO Art Club, 1850 Battlefield Parkway, in Fort Oglethorpe with bookkeepers Donna Tatum or Teresa Lingerfelt. Reserve a spot by calling 706-8660342 or email wmorgan. LFO@Catoosa.K12. GA.US.
COMMUNITY · Rossville Public Library, 504 McFarland Avenue, will host its
Preschool Ready to R.E.A.D
every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, and songs. Call with questions. 706-866-1368.
COMMUNITY ·
Blood Assurance is launching the “New Blood in North Georgia” campaign during the month of August.
The campaign aims to recruit first-time blood donors in Catoosa and Walker Counties while encouraging existing donors to continue giving blood. Beginning
Monday, Aug. 1, through Aug. 30,
all Blood Assurance donors across North Georgia will automatically be entered to win an assortment of prizes, including a Roper electric range, a $100 Visa gift card and a Blood Assurance gift basket. Blood Assurance is at 2720 LaFayette Road, in Fort Oglethorpe, next to Sear’s Shoe Store. The center is open MondayFriday from 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, contact Blood Assurance at 706861-5983 or visit bloodassurance.org.
COMMUNITY ·
LaFayette Heritage Day Festival planners are seeking arts/crafts and food vendors
for the 2016 Heritage Day Festival, which will be Saturday, Oct. 1, at the Marsh House, Chattooga Academy and Joe Stock Park. Event times are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Interested vendors may contact the Recreation Department at 706-6391590 for more information.
ENTERTAINMENT
Family Movie Night presented by the Fort Oglethorpe Walmart Super Center returns for its second year
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and will be held the fourth Saturday in June, July and August with the outdoor movie being shown on Barnhardt Circle’s polo field in Fort Oglethorpe. The movie begins at dark. Bring a lawn chair or blankets. Concessions will be available. Movie and parking are free. The Walmart Foundation’s community grant program provides for this wholesome family entertainment. For more info visit fortotourism.org or call the 6th Cavalry Museum at 706-861-2860.
EDUCATION · The
Catoosa County board of education has open board meetings
at 6:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month (unless otherwise indicated) in the boardroom at the central office of Catoosa County Public
Schools, 307 Cleveland Street, in Ringgold. Public participation is scheduled from 6-6:30 p.m. Work sessions are the Thursday before the first Tuesday (unless otherwise indicated). All meetings are open to the public.
COMMUNITY · The Northwest Georgia Chapter of the American Red Cross is seeking
volunteers to do disaster work, office administration and community outreach
at health fairs and other events in Chattooga, Dade, Catoosa, Gordon, Murray, Walker, Whitfield counties. Training will be provided. For more information, call 706-728-3408 or visit redcross.org/nwga.
COMMUNITY· The
Catoosa County public library,
108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, has a with a variety of events on Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m. The first Tuesday is
second
teen program game night, the teen advisory group meeting, crafting,
Tuesday is
third Tuesday is fourth Tuesday is
and when there are fifth Tuesdays, each month will host a special event. For more information, call 706-965-3600.
COMMUNITY· The
movie night Catoosa County public library,
108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, hosts
Making rock and fairy gardens
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. and at 11 a.m. Join in for stories, songs and fun. For more information, call 706-965-3600. COMMUNITY· The
morning story time Catoosa County public library,
108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, has an Tuesdays at 6 p.m. Join in for stories, songs and fun. For more information, call 706-965-3600.
COMMUNITY· The
evening story time Catoosa County public library,
108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold,
hosts a library knitting and crochet group
Mondays at 3 p.m. Staff will be present to help beginners. No supplies provided by library. For more information, call 706-965-3600.
COMMUNITY· The
Catoosa County public library,
108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold,
hosts a bead crafting group
on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Staff will be present to help beginners. Some supplies will be available for practicing your beading. For more information, call 706965-3600.
CLUB ·
Southern Lit Book Club meets at Caffeine Addicts,
7819 Nashville Street in Ringgold, the last Tuesday each month at 6 p.m. For more information, call Donna Greeson at 706-935-2810.
COMMUNITY ·
Pruitt Health Hospice
is looking for Christian people of vision and
empathy who wish to volunteer and make a difference in their community one person at a time. As a hospice volunteer, you will receive training and support for your role in helping those with life-limiting illness to have quality of life during life’s cycle most sacred stage. Help others through companionship, reading, sharing and other small tasks. If you have a heart for others and wish to be of service, please contact Rickie Watters at 706-602-9546 or by e-mail at Rwatters@pruitthealthhospice.
COMMUNITY · Lighthouse Foster Care, Inc., 35 Mountain Street, Ringgold, is
seeking foster parents
for all types of children including medically fragile and sibling groups. Tax-free compensation. Free training. Call 706-937-4236.
COMMUNITY · Narconon would like to remind families that the use of addicting drugs is on the rise. If you know anyone who is struggling with drug addiction, Narconon is available to help. Call for a
free brochure on the signs of addiction for all drugs.
Narconon also offers free screenings and referrals. Call 800-431-1754 or visit DrugAbuseSolution. com. MEETING ·
offers hope, help and healing from addictions, compulsive behaviors and life challenges. Based on the proven principles of the 12-Steps. Dinner served from 6-6:45 p.m., a worship service at 7 p.m. and open sharing groups offered at 8:15 p.m. every Thursday night, 52 weeks a year, at Ringgold United Methodist Church, 7484 Nashville Street, Ringgold. Details at RecoveryAtRinggold.com or 706-935-4777.
SCHOOLS ·
at Ringgold Recovery
The Kiddie Carousel Learning Center daycare, Cleveland Highway, in Dalton, still has free pre-K slots open
for ages 6 weeks to 12 years. For more information, call Debbie at 706-259-8662. COMMUNITY · The
Boynton Lions Club
meets the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Boynton United Methodist Church fellowship hall. Dinner catered by the Dinner Bell is $6.50 and annual membership dues are $21 per quarter. For information call 423-321-2481.
COMMUNITY The
· Seniors and Friends of Fort Oglethorpe
group meets each Wednesday from 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Constitution Hall on Forrest Road. This all-volunteer group offers games, crafts, blood pres-
sure/blood sugar check, bingo and refreshments. For information or transportation, call Karon Parker at 423595-7109 or Taire Pulver at 423-227-7720.
COMMUNITY · The
Northwest Georgia Master Gardeners meet
at 7 p.m. the second Thursday of the month at the Walker County Ag Center, 10052 Highway 27, in Rock Spring. Its mission is to stimulate and share the love and knowledge of gardening. Each month a program is presented on a topic relevant to gardening in the area. Attendees do not have to be a master gardener to attend. For more information, contact Ivana at lavendernrustherbs@ gmail.com; Linda at lindac576@gmail.com or the Walker County extension service at 706638-2548.
COMMUNITY ·
North Georgia Community YMCA will offer Zumba
year-round for those age 10 and older (boys, girls, men and women) at Fort Oglethorpe United Methodist Church gym. Cost is $20 per month for YMCA members, $28 per month for non-members. For more information, call 706-935-2226 or visit ngaymca@ymcachattanooga.org.COMMUNITY · Melva Floyd, volunteer coordinator for is seeking volunteers. Volunteers help others as good neighbors providing friendship and doing small tasks. Enjoy the privilege of sharing in your local area. You will receive training that is personal and flexible to your schedule. Call 706-602-9545 or 800-867-7976 for an interview or to get further information.
COMMUNITY · The
United Hospice, Fort Oglethorpe Caring Closet
is at Rosewood at Fort Oglethorpe Assisted Living, 14 Town Drive. The Caring Closet is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. -4 p.m. For more information, call 706866-4443 and ask for Tracy or Connor.
COMMUNITY ·
North Georgia Community YMCA Family Fitness Karate
offers for families and individuals age 6 and older, year-round, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Fort Oglethorpe. Cost is $20 per month for YMCA members, $50 per month for non-members, and $5 each additional family member. For more information, call 706-9352226 or visit ngaymca@ ymcachattanooga.org.
COMMUNITY
· Narcotics and Alcoholic’s Anonymous (NA/AA)
meetings are open to the public every Monday at 7:30 p.m. at LaFayette Presbyterian Church, 107 North Main Street. For more information, visit na.org or call 888-479-9696.
COMMUNITY ·
A Suicide Survivors support group
meets the first Thursday of every month from 7-8:30 p.m. at Memorial Hospital in Chattanooga in the main dining room. For more information, call Hilda at 697-9432. This group is for surviving family members and friends of those who have died by suicide.
COMMUNITY · Become a foster parent. Earn tax-free compensation. Free training.
Lighthouse Foster Care,
706-937-4236.
COMMUNITY · All Liberty Tax offices are collections sites for
and anysoldier.com. People can drop off used cell phones, which gives American soldiers the chance to talk to loved ones. For more information, visit anysoldier. com, or call the local Liberty Tax office.
COMMUNITY ·
Phones for Soldiers Cell
Lookout Mountain CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)
needs volunteers to advocate for the best interest of the abused and neglected children of Catoosa, Dade, and Walker Counties who are in foster care. CASA volunteers serve as the eyes and ears of the Juvenile Court Judges. For more information, contact Kristie Taylor at lmcasa.ktaylor@yahoo.com or 423-362-1834.
COMMUNITY · The
Georgia Vietnam Veterans Alliance,
Northwest Georgia Chapter 12, LaFayette, is accepting new members. The nonprofit organization performs services for veterans, military personnel and the community, including an annual barbecue on Armed Forces Day. Both male and female veterans are welcome to join. Members may have served in any branch of the military and do not need to have served combat duty. For more information or to become a member, contact Ed at 423-637-0304, Carol at 423-255-8121, or Van at 706-639-5623.
COMMUNITY · The
Friends of the Catoosa County Library have used books for sale
daily in the Friends’ Nook at the library. Hardbacks cost $1, paperbacks cost 50 cents. The library is at 108 Catoosa Circle (Benton Place campus off Battlefield Parkway) in Ringgold.