Tuesday, July 11
COMMUNITY · The Boynton Lions Club of Ringgold and the Ringgold Convention and Visitors Bureau will host the Patriotic Summer Film at the Ringo Theater on Tuesday, July 11, at the Ringgold Depot. “The Monuments Men” starring George Clooney and an ensemble of stars begins at 7:15 p.m. Free tickets are provided at the door while they last. Donations to support the efforts of the Boynton Lions Club in Catoosa County are welcome. Event Partners include Blackwell Automotive, Boynton United Methodist Church, Hamilton Glass Co. of Dalton, J&J Trophies & Signs, Norman and Ronda Lansford, Dr. Denise Q. Shepard, Ryan Stinson Music, Weeks and Peters Insurance. For more information about the event, call Main Street Manager at (706) 935-3061.
Saturday, July 22
SCHOOLS ·The Children’s Advocacy Center of the Lookout Mountain Judicial Circuit will host a Back-to-School Bash on July 22 at Barnhart Circle in Fort Oglethorpe. This event allows community partners to come together, educate families, share in some fun and in turn build relationships within the community. There will be games, bouncy houses, food, and vendors.
GENERAL
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 423-595-7109 or Taire Pulver at 423227-7720.
MEETING · There are AA meetings every Monday 7 p.m. at the Rock Spring United Methodist Church. The church is located at 3477 Peavine Road, Rock Spring. For more info contact 423-605-3388 or for complete area times and meeting places, visit AAgeorgia.org.
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 more information call 706-6393234 or 423-602-1046.
CLUB · Guests are welcome when the Ringgold Kiwanis Club meets every Tuesday morning, from 7-8 a.m. for breakfast and fellowship at the First Baptist Church of Ringgold, located at 7611 Nashville St. Call Wayne Pennington, 423-838-3535, for more information.
COMMUNITY · The LaFayetteWalker 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+.
MEETING · Recovery At Ringgold is a Christ-centered, Biblicallybased, non-denominational recovery program that is designed to provide support for anyone who is struggling with compulsive issues or addictive behaviors. It is a “safe place,” which means no one will judge you or try to force their idea of “normal living” on you. You will find people who are going through the same issues you may be facing from whom you can gain experience, strength and hope. 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. Details at RecoveryAtRinggold.com or 706-9354777.
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 800431-1754 or visit DrugAbuseSolution. com.
COMMUNITY · The LaFayetteWalker 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+.
CHURCH ·The Women’s Ministry of Keith Baptist Church invites you to join them on the first Saturday 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 Emily Salter at 423.315.0606.
CHURCH ·The Men’s Ministry of Keith Baptist Church invites you to join them on the second Saturday 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 · 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 706375-7180.
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 more information call 706-6393234 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 also open for tours Friday-Sunday, from 1-5 p.m. For more information, call 706-935-5232.
ARTS · Lakeview-Fort 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 706-866-0342 or email wmorgan.LFOatCatoosa.K12.GA.US.
COMMUNITY· The Catoosa County public library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, hosts a Library Lego Club Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. For more information, call 706-965-3600.
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 1:30-3:30 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 income-based 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 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 706-965-3600.
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 night, second Tuesday is the teen advisory group meeting, third Tuesday is crafting, fourth Tuesday is movie night and when there are fifth Tuesdays, each month will host a special event. For more information, call 706-965-3600.
COMMUNITY· The Catoosa County public library, 108 Catoosa Circle, in Ringgold, hosts morning story time with Ms. Shannon Wednesdays at 11 a.m. Join in for stories, songs and fun. For more information, call 706-965-3600.