CALENDAR

Thursday, Sept. 8

COMMUNITY· The Catoosa County public library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a Date Night Movie featuring “Me Before You” Thursday, Sept. 8, at 5 p.m.

MEETING · The Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce will host its Networking at Lunch Chamber Luncheon Thursday, Sept. 8, at 11:50 a.m. at The Colonnade, 264 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold. Cost is $15. Please RSVP by Sept. 2.

SCHOOLS · The LaFayette High School Homecoming Parade will be Thursday, Sept. 8, at 5:30 p.m., beginning and ending in the old Lafayette High School parking lot. Any organization, school, church or civic group that is interested in participating should come by the LHS office and pick up an entry form. No four-wheelers, horses, go-carts or political advertisements allowed. Only entries that are registered at the high school will be allowed in the parade.

COMMUNITY · United Way asks nonprofit organizations to consider submitting a project proposal 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.

Friday, Sept. 9

COMMUNITY · Rossville Public Library will be closed Sept. 9-19 to move to a temporary location at the Rossville Athletic Center at 301 Williams Street in Rossville. On Tuesday, Sept. 20, Rossville Public Library will be open to the public at Rossville Athletic Center. Library hours will remain the same. Rossville Public Library will remain at the Rossville Athletic Center for the next four to six months as the McFarland permanent location receives a complete renovation. The newly-renovated library will boast all- new LED lighting, a dedicated teen area, study rooms and stateof-the-art technology. Interested parties are encouraged to like the Rossville Public Library’s Facebook page at facebook.com/ rossvillepubliclibrary to get updates about the renovation and ongoing events at the library.

ENTERTAINMENT · Southern gospel performers the Testimony Quartet will appear at Sacred Sounds Fridays, Sept. 9, at 7:30 p.m. at the Ringgold Depot, corner of Depot Street and U.S. 41 in Ringgold, Ga. for the Share America Foundation. The event is a fundraiser for the Pearl and Floyd Franks Scholarship Fund helping mu- sicians achieve higher education. Donations for tickets are adults: $6, Children 5 and under free with adult.

Saturday, Sept. 10

COMMUNITY · Arnold Cemetery, at Catlett First Baptist Church of God Community Church on Round Pond Road, in LaFayette, will have a fall work day Saturday, Sept. 10, from 11 a.m.12:30 p.m. followed with annual business meeting. Everyone welcome.

Donations may be sent to Gussie Vanhorn, 568 Highway 151, LaFayette, Ga. 30728.

COMMUNITY · The Friends of the GordonLee Mansion will open the Mansion for tours Saturday, Sept. 10 and 24, from noon to 2 p.m. and Sept 17, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. All rooms are open and furnished in antebellum period décor. Self-guided tours are $5 adults and $1 under 12 with all proceeds going to promote, preserve, and enhance the Mansion. Call the Friends at 423 488 0861 or visit our website at http://friendsofthegordonleemansion.org.

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 · Newnan Springs United Methodist Church, 78 Monanaw Avenue, in Rossville, will host a yard and bake sale Saturday, Sept. 10, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Everyone welcome.

COMMUNITY· The Catoosa County public library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host Storyteller Kaye Rose in the story time corner Saturday, Sept. 10, at 11:30 a.m.

COMMUNITY · The Catoosa County Library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, invites the community to hear family-friendly stories 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.

Sunday, Sept. 11

COMMUNITY · “Walker County Cities On Our Knees” commu- nity prayer event will be held at the Walker Civic Center Sunday, Sept. 11, at 5:30 p.m. to commemorate the 15-year anniversary of the 9/11 events. There will be a time for prayer, praise and worship and a special time of prayer for the military and their families, for the country and cities within the community and for teachers, students and parents as the new school year begins. It is a time to put aside political difference, denominations, team rivalries and any other differences to come together as “one” and pray. For more information email Lisa Heyer at Lisa@LisaHeyer.com.

Monday, Sept. 12

MEETING · The September 2016 meeting of the Conasauga Chapter of the Georgia Nurses Association will be at Whitfield Health Center Monday, Sept. 12, at 7 p.m. This will be a planning meeting for the upcoming year. Please attend and bring a nurse friend also. We will have a meal. Nurses are requested to bring their favorite side dish. Please RSVP to Mae Johnson at 706280-0324.

MEETING · The Catoosa County Historical Society will have its opening meeting for the season Monday, Sept. 12, at 7 p.m. at the Old Stone Church, Catoosa Parkway, in Ringgold. Guest speaker is Kirk Johnson, an associate of the late archaeologist E. Raymond Evans. Johnson will discuss his latest book, “The Cherokee Removal.” The group meets the second Monday of every month and the Old Stone Church is also open for tours FridaySunday, from 1-5 p.m. For more information, call 706-935-5232.

COMMUNITY · Life Line Screening will offer screenings Monday, Sept. 12, at The Church of the Nativity, 1201 Cross Street in Fort Oglethorpe. Screenings can check for, the level of plaque buildup in arteries, related to risk for heart disease, stroke and overall vascular health; HDL and LDL Cholesterol levels; diabetes risk; bone density as a risk for possible osteoporosis and kidney and thyroid function. Screenings are affordable, convenient and accessible for wheelchairs and those with trouble walking. Free parking is also available. Packages start at $149, but consultants will be available to create a package based on age and risk factors. Call 1-877-237-1287 or visit lifelinescreening.com. Pre-registration is required.

Tuesday, Sept. 13

MEETING · Walker County Board of Education will hold a planning session Tuesday, Sept. 13, at the Advancing Education Center, 925 Osburn Road, Chickamauga.

COMMUNITY · Chickamauga Public Library, 306 Cove Road, in Chickamauga will offer “The Nuts and Bolts,” Tuesday, Sept. 13, at 6 p.m. Hosted by Rob Looney, AAMS, financial advisor with Edward Jones, the educational program shares basic information to help evaluate how stocks may fit into an overall strategy. Discuss and review common versus preferred stocks, dividends, investment strategy and different ways to own stock.

COMMUNITY· The Catoosa County public library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a movie for the visually impaired “Miracles from Heaven” Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 2 p.m.

CLASSES · The McDonald Road SDA Church will be offering an amateur radio class for the General class license, beginning Wednesday, Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. and running for five Wednesday evenings. Email Jim Hoffer, KW8T organizer, at kw8tjim@catt.com if interested. For those who already have the Technician license, this is an opportunity to upgrade and receive even greater operating frequencies and privileges.

Thursday, Sept. 15

COMMUNITY· The Catoosa County public library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a speaker Thursday, Sept. 15, at noon to commemorate the 153rd Anniversary of the Battle of Chickamauga. Come hear from a National Park Service Ranger about the 153rd Anniversary of the Battle of Chickamauga.

Friday, Sept. 16

BUSINESS · The Walker County Chamber of Commerce will host a Small Business Conference Friday, Sept. 16, from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m. at the Walker County Civic Center, 10052 N Highway 27, Rock Spring. The one-day professional event, sponsored by EPB, focuses on a variety of topics impacting today’s businesses, including healthcare, new overtime regulations, social media, technology and generational differences in the workplace. The agenda includes three keynote speakers, including Rhonda Beasley, HR manager for Roper Corporation, and 16 breakout sessions, allowing attendees to customize their conference schedules based on the topics that most interest them. Early bird rates start at $40 for chamber members and $45 for non-chamber members. The registration fee includes breakfast and lunch. The early bird deadline is Aug. 15. To view a full list of speakers and conference agenda, visit walkercochamber. com/small-businessconference.html.

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.org/north-ga-conference-registration, or at event, beginning at 8 a.m. Lunch is not guaranteed if you register the day of the event.

Saturday, Sept. 17

RECREATION · Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park invites the public to attend Bike the Battlefield Saturday, Sept. 17 at 9:30 a.m. to commemorate the 153rd anniversary of the Battle of Chickamauga. Take a bicycle tour of the battlefield with a park ranger. The tour begins in the lower parking lot of the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center. Bring your own bike and helmet, or call the park visitor center at 706-866-9241 to reserve a loaner bicycle from Outdoor Chattanooga. Supported by Friends of the Park. For more information about programs at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, contact the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center at 706-866-9241, the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center at 423-821-7786, or visit the park website at nps.gov/chch.

RECREATION · Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park invites the public to attend Echoes of an Unending Battle Saturday, Sept. 17, at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 18, at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. to commemorate the 153rd anniversary of the Battle of Chickamauga. Throughout the weekend, the sound of cannon will echo across Chickamauga Battlefield. But for the men who fought here, the sounds and feelings of battle echoed long after the shooting stopped. Meet a Civil War soldier at the visitor center to learn about how the war affected men in the generations after the conflict ended. Program lasts 30-40 minutes. For more information about programs at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, contact the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center at 706-866-9241, the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center at 423-821-7786, or visit the park website at nps.gov/chch.

RECREATION · Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park invites the public to attend “Tell my Pa I died right”- The Second South Carolina Infantry at Horseshoe Ridge Saturday, Sept. 17, at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 4:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 18, at 9:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to commemorate the 153rd anniversary of the Battle of Chickamauga. The program begins at the South Carolina Monument. Guests may meet the group there, or park at Tour Stop 8 on Snodgrass Hill and walk over with a ranger. The program lasts 45-60 minutes and requires moderate walking. For more information about programs at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, contact the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center at 706-866-9241, the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center at 423-821-7786, or visit the park website at nps.gov/chch.

COMMUNITY · Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park invites the public to attend “A Most Unsatisfactory Place: Dyer Field Sept. 20, 1863” (artillery demonstrations) Saturday, Sept. 17, at 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 18, at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. to commemorate the 153rd anniversary of the Battle of Chickamauga. As the Union Army’s center and right disintegrated Sept. 20, Chief of Artillery John Mendenhall’s artillery line along Dyer Field stood virtually alone to stem the Confederate advance. See and hear an artillery battery along the ridge line from the perspective of the attacking Confederates and retreating Union soldiers. The program will last 45 minutes and meets along GlennKelly Road. Follow the special event signs. For more information about programs at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, contact the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center at 706-866-9241, the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center at 423-821-7786, or visit the park website at nps.gov/chch.

RECREATION · Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park invites the public to attend a Car Caravan Tour of the Battlefield Saturday, Sept. 17, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sunday, Sept. 18, at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to commemorate the 153rd anniversary of the Battle of Chickamauga. Learn about the Battle of Chickamauga on a two-hour car caravan tour with a park ranger. Meet inside Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center. For more information about programs at Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park, contact the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center at 706-866-9241, the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center at 423-821-7786, or visit the park website at nps.gov/chch.

COMMUNITY · The Georgia Vietnam Veterans Alliance will host a veteran’s ham and turkey shoot Saturday, Sept. 17, at 10 a.m. at 204 Veteran’s Drive, Homer Cagle Road, in LaFayette. 12- and 20-gauge shotguns, full choke and under; shells provided. All guns will be checked. No sleeves allowed. In case of a tie, second closest shot will be used. Not responsible for any accidents.

CHURCH · New Bethel Baptist Church, 1635 Salem Valley Road, in Ringgold, will host a singing Saturday, Sept. 17, at 7 p.m. featuring The Appointed Quartet. Everyone welcome. For more info call Bobby at 706-9354208 or Nelson at 706965-2778.

COMMUNITY · LaFayette Regional Airport will host a free Fly-In and Cruise-In Saturday, Sept. 17, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Feature plane is WWII F4U Corsair. Free breakfast for veterans, police, fire dept. from 7-10 a.m.; opening ceremony and skydiver performance at 10 a.m.; plane rides and helicopter rides available for purchase; airplane competitions; $1,000 helicopter golf ball drop; last plane rides at 4 p.m. Lunch served with all profits benefiting Stocking Full o Love. For more information, call the airport at 706-638-7071.

COMMUNITY · The 2016 Blue & Gray BBQ Contest and Festival is Saturday, Sept. 17, from 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. at the Gordon-Lee Mansion in Chickamauga, Ga. As in past years, parking and admission to the grounds is free while tours of the mansion are $5 for adults and $1 for children under 12. We have spaces left for all types of craft vendors, information booths and food vendors to complement the BBQ. Information and applications are on the website and facebook pages or contact Gary at 423-488-0861, friendsofthegordonleemansion.org. All proceeds benefit the Friends of the GL Mansion, a nonprofit charity.

Sunday, Sept. 18

REUNION · Descedants of Thomas Lewellyn and Joseph C. Lewallen will hold their annual reunion and covered dish lunch Sunday, Sept. 18, at Nails Creek Baptist Church in Homer, Ga. There are several spellings of this family that traces its roots to Wales in the mid-1660s with some descendants settling in the LaFayette area. For information call Brenda Lewallen Bellamy at 706-677-4640 or Mary Ariail Wright at 770-8872493.

CHURCH · Second Baptist Church of LaFayette will have its Homecoming Sunday, Sept. 18. Sunday school is at 9:45 a.m. and worship service is at 10:45 a.m.

COMMUNITY · Paint War Ringgold will be Sunday, Sept. 18, from 6-8 p.m. at Ringgold United Methodist Church. Event is for all 6-12 graders, $17 per ticket. Includes Paint War T-shirt if registered before Sept. 14. For more information visit ringgoldumc.com.

Monday, Sept. 19

EDUCATION · Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) is offering all current or potential adult students the opportunity to “See for Free” if they are ready to pass the General Educational Development® test. The free GED Ready® practice tests will be offered Monday-Friday, Sept. 1923, to students at one of the local adult education learning centers in GNTC’s nine county service area. The practice test must be taken at a GNTC Learning Center. Students who take the practice test will find out if they are ready to pass the GED® test, what skills they need to work on to pass the test and will receive a personalized study plan. Students can also learn about classes and other resources to help them prepare for the test. The Adult Education program at GNTC serves students in nine counties with campuses located in Floyd, Gordon, Polk, Walker, and Whitfield counties and off-campus learning centers in Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Murray, Polk and Walker counties. Classes are also held in five different correctional facilities. GED® Testing Centers are located on campus in Floyd, Gordon, Walker and Whitfield counties. For more information, contact GNTC’s office of adult education at 706295-6976.

MEETING · Walker County Board of Education will hold a regular session Monday, Sept. 19, at 6 p.m. at the Walker County Department of Education Building, 201 South Duke St., LaFayette.

Tuesday, Sept. 20

COMMUNITY· The Catoosa County public library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a beginning genealogy workshop in special collections Tuesday, Sept. 20, at 3 p.m.

CLASSES · North Georgia Healthcare Center (Alzheimer’s Association), 6120 Alabama Highway, in Ringgold will host an education series of workshops Tuesday, Sept. 20, from 23 p.m. (Healthy living for your brain and body), Tuesday, Oct. 18, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. (Know the 10 signs; lunch served) and Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 23 p.m. (The basics: memory loss, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease). No cost, but registration is required. For information or to register, call 706-935-6442 or email smitchell@nghcc.com.

Thursday, Sept. 22

COMMUNITY· The Catoosa County public library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, will host a family movie featuring “The Jungle Book” 2016 release Thursday, Sept. 22, at 4:30 p.m.

MEETING · The Walker County Democrats will meet Thursday, Sept. 22, at 6:30 p.m. at Greg’s Restaurant in Chickamauga.

Saturday, Sept. 24

COMMUNITY · The 46th Annual Show & Sell at Rock Spring United Methodist Church, corner of Peavine Road and Highway 95 in Rock Spring, will be Saturday, Sept. 24, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. with 75100 artisans and crafters, demonstrations, musical entertainment, a wide variety of homecooked foods, free hayrides; and a kid’s zone with inflatables. A drawing for a handmade quilt will be at 4 p.m. Rain or shine. Admission and parking are free. Follow us on Facebook at Rock Spring UMC Show & Sell or call the church at 706-764-1404 for more information.