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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.
CHURCH ·The
Women’s Ministry of Keith Baptist Church
invites you to join them on the of each month at 9 a.m. for a
first Saturday
free breakfast, fellowship and Bible study.
The church is located at 1573 Keith Road in Ringgold. For more information, please call Emily Salter at 423.315.0606.
CHURCH ·The
Men’s Ministry of Keith Baptist Church
invites you to join them on the
of each month at 9 a.m. for a free breakfast, fellowship and Bible study. The church is located at 1573 Keith Road in Ringgold. For more information, please call Dustin Salter at 423-827-2930.
COMMUNITY ·
Saturday second
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. COMMUNITY ·
, a non-profit children’s ministry, meets Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. at 108 Wither Street, in LaFayette. Activities include a free hot meal, Bible study, activities and games. Six bus routes run within the city limits. For more information call 706-639-3234 or 423602-1046. CLASSES · A
is offered on Thursdays from 6-8 p.m., at Elizabeth Lee UMC Life Center (gym), 505 Thomas Avenue, in Chickamauga. Starts with beginner and progresses to easy intermediate. Contact Elizabeth with any questions: 423-9912919. Please wear comfortable shoes adequate for the gym
4 Christ line dance class Kids free
floor. 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· The
Catoosa County public library,
108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, hosts a
Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 706-
Club
Library Lego
965-3600. COMMUNITY · An
exhibit on mining in northwest Georgia is on display at the Welcome Center
across from the Marsh House on N. Main Street, in LaFayette. Coal and iron ore mining provided many jobs in the 20th century in this area. Open to the general public Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays from 1:303:30 p.m.
SCHOOLS · The
Head Start, Pre-K and Early Head Start Program is taking applications
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.
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 seeks
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,
is
third 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.
CHURCH ·
time crafting, movie
morning story 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.
COMMUNITY · The
LaFayette-Walker County Library,
305 Duke Street, in LaFayette, will offer a
crochet and knitting club
every first and third Tuesday and Thursday of the month from 5:30-6:30 p.m. This self-directed group offers support, learning and networking opportunities for all who wish to learn or are experienced.