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Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce seeks business award nominations

they can take home, learn about the history of the Marsh House, and enjoy the historical holiday atmosphere. The cost is $5 for general admission and $1 for children 12 and under. Website: marshhouseoflafayette. com. For questions and more information, contact Jennie Chandler at 423-994-8485.

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host

storyteller Kaye Rose Saturday,

Dec. 10, at 11:30 a.m. and the

Chattanooga Symphony String Quintet

at 1 p.m. COMMUNITY · Boynton United Methodist Church invites the public to

“Christmas At The Farm” at Willow Tree Farm,

607 Post Oak Road, in Ringgold Saturday, Dec. 10, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Event is free and includes Santa, hayrides, kid activities, music, storytelling, hot beverages and snacks. Questions call 706-8662626.

COMMUNITY

Christmas at the Colonnade,

·

264 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold will be Saturday, Dec. 10, from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Event includes craft vendors for those last minute gifts or treat yourself to some of the beautiful items for sale. Santa will be coming from 2-6 p.m. Make sure the kids have their lists ready and a big smile for a picture to remember the occasion. Bring the kids or grandkids and enjoy the Christmas movie, “The Muppets Christmas Carol” in the theatre from 6-8 p.m. Free entrance to the event and only $2 to see the movie.

Monday, Dec. 12

COMMUNITY · North Georgia HealthCare Center, 6120 Alabama Highway, Ringgold is hosting a

reception for participants in a special three-year Power Grant Program sponsored by AstraZeneca for patients dealing with diabetes and/or cardiovascular conditions.

The reception is a Celebration of Success for program participants and will be Monday, Dec. 12, at NGHCC from 4-6 p.m. All program patients and other interested residents are invited to attend. Call 706935-6442, Ext. 119 or email: smitchell@nghcc. com to confirm your attendance.

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host

family movie “Mickey’s Once Upon

Monday, Dec. 12, at 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 13

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a

performance by Woodstation Elementary Choir

Tuesday, Dec. 13, at 6 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 14

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a

movie for the visually impaired “Star Trek Beyond”

Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 2 p.m.

Thursday, Dec. 15

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a viewer’s choice movie: Christmas Theme Thursday, Dec. 15, at 5 p.m.

Sunday, Dec. 18

COMMUNITY · Rock Spring United Methodist Church, corner of state Highway 95 and Peavine Road, in Rock Spring, will present “Christmastime” on Sunday, Dec.18, at 6 p.m. in the sanctuary. This

program of Christmas music will include selections by the children and adult choirs.

Monday, Dec. 19

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host

family movie “Mickey’s Twice Upon a Christmas”

Monday, Dec. 19, at 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 20

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a

beginning genealogy workshop

Tuesday, Dec. 20, at 3 p.m. and

family movie “How the Grinch Stole Christmas”

Tuesday, Dec. 27

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a

sensory movie “Secret Life of Pets”

Tuesday, Dec. 27, at 10:30 a.m. and

family movie “Wild Life”

p.m.

at 5 p.m.

Wednesday, Dec. 28

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host

family movie “Pete’s Dragon”

Wednesday, Dec. 28, at 2 p.m.

GENERAL

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Head Start, Pre-K and Early Head Start Program is taking applications

SCHOOLS · The

for the 2016-2017 school year. Head Start, Pre-K and Early Head Start is an incomebased program that serves children ages 6 weeks through 4 years. Services to families include: free child care; free breakfast and lunch for enrolled children; qualified teaching staff; and parent involvement activities. Special consideration is given to children who are disabled or homeless. Call: 706-861- 1831 for more information or to schedule an appointment.

COMMUNITY ·

The Family Crisis Center is seeking volunteers to play with children one night a week.

You must be 18 years old and undergo a background check. This is a great opportunity to make a positive impact on these children and provide some much needed help and support to the family members caring for these kids. The Family Crisis Center of Walker, Dade, Catoosa, and Chattooga Counties helps families live abuse free and is supported in part through donations to the shelter and the thrift stores. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer of if you need more information about the Family Crisis Center contact Kristy Lawson at klawsonatfccwdcc.org or call 706-375-7180.

MEETING · The

Catoosa County Historical Society meets

every second Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Old Stone Church, Highway 41, in Ringgold. The Old Stone Church is also open for tours Friday-Sunday, from 1-5 p.m. For more information, call 706935-5232.

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. LFOatCatoosa.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.

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,

hosts a bead crafting group

on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. Some supplies will be available for practicing your beading. At 3 p.m. it

hosts a library knitting and crochet group.

No supplies provided by library. Staff will be present to help beginners for both events. For more information, call 706965-3600.

COMMUNITY· The

Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, has a kids crafts Tuesdays at 4 p.m. and a teen program with a variety of events at 4:30 p.m. The first Tuesday is game

second Tuesday

night, the teen advisory group meeting, crafting, movie

is Tuesday is fourth Tuesday is

and when there are fifth Tuesdays, each month will host a special event. For more information, call 706965-3600.

COMMUNITY· The

night Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, hosts

with Ms. Shannon Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Join in for stories, songs and fun. For more information, call 706965-3600.

COMMUNITY· The

time Catoosa County public library,

108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, hosts a Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 706965-3600. CHURCH ·

Club

third

morning story

Library Lego Cowboy Church Of Lafayette,

196 County Line Road, in Rock Spring, Ga., offers a

free hot meal on the first Tuesday of each month,

from 5-7 p.m. For more information, call 423-596-7227. 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.

SCHOOLS · The Family Resource Agency of North Georgia announced the sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Agriculture

funded Child and Adult Care Food Program.

The same meals will be available at no separate charge to enrolled children at Rock Spring Head Start/ Early Head Start, 343 Bicentennial Trail, Rock Spring, Ga., and will be provided without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. Any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against should write

The Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the annual business awards. The categories are small, medium and large business, New Business of the Year and Non-Profit of the Year.

Recipients must be a chamber member. Awards will be presented at the annual meeting Tuesday, Jan. 17, 2017.

Nominations must be received at the chamber office by 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, 2016. Nomination forms may be picked up at the office at 264 Catoosa Circle or e-mail choices to Martha Eaker, chamber president and CEO at meaker@ catoosachamberofcommerce.com.

Volunteers at the Chamber will interview each candidate and gather more information. Everyone is invited to submit names for consideration. immediately to: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call 800795-3272 or 202-720-6382. Contact Paula Bacon at 706-861-0105 for more information.

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 lifelimiting 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 Rwattersatpruitthealthhospice. com.

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 706-9374236.

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.

COMMUNITY · The

at Ringgold Recovery 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 423-3212481.

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 pressure/ blood sugar check, bingo and refreshments. For information or transportation, call Karon Parker at 423-5957109 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 lavendernrustherbsatgmail. com; Linda at lindac576atgmail.com or the Walker County extension service at 706638-2548.

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 706602-9545 or 800-867-7976 for an interview or to get further information.

COMMUNITY · The

Hospice, United 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 ·

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 ·

Lookout Mountain CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates)

needs volunteers to advocate for the best interest of the abused and neglected children of Catoosa, Dade, Walker and Chattooga counties who are in foster care. CASA volunteers serve as the eyes and ears of the juvenile court judges. For more information, email Annice Goodwin at lookoutmtncasa@gmail. com or call 423-402-0843.