Saturday, April 22
ENTERTAINMENT · Dahlonega’s Bear on the Square Mountain Festival has announced a strong lineup for its 21st annual event, scheduled Saturday and Sunday, April 22-23, in and around the town’s Historic Public Square. For details about this festival celebrating the culture of the Southern Appalachians through the presentation of music, traditional craft and folkways — including the complete lineup and more information about performers and artists, schedules and updates visit www.bearonthesquare.org.
GENERAL
COMMUNITY · The LaFayette-Walker County Library, 305 Duke Street, in LaFayette, offers adult coloring” in the Morrison Study Room every Monday from 5-6 p.m. Coloring sheets and supplies will be provided. Ages 16+.
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.
COMMUNITY · Kids 4 Christ , 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 information call 706-639-3234 or 423-602-1046.
CLASSES · A free line dance class 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: 423-991-2919. Please wear comfortable shoes adequate for the gym 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 open for tours Friday-Sunday, from 1-5 p.m. For information, call 706-935-5232.