CALENDAR
Saturday, April 1
RECREATION · Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park invites the public to attend a special 2-hour hike and tour of Chickamauga Battlefield covering some of the battle’s second day of fighting, Sept.19, 1863. This tour begins in the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center lobby at 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 1, and will car caravan to Brock Field for the hike.Participants will learn about the fighting that erupted on the farm of John Brock, which ended a series of flanking movements by both sides that played out throughout the morning of Sept. 19. As a reminder, please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the conditions. Brining drinking water is also recommended.
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.
Sunday, April 2
CHURCH ·Revival at Kensington Church of God, 85 Halls Mill Road, Chickamauga, with Irby Camp Fire of God Ministries April 2-5. Sunday at 11a.m. and 6 pm.; Monday -Wednesday 7 p.m. Pastor Dennis Chambers invites everyone. For more info call 423-315-1544.
CAMP · A fund raiser for Camp New Dawn will be held from noon until 2 p.m. on April 2, in the gym of Second Baptist Church in LaFayette, with all proceeds going toward camper scholarshipe and programming. The cost is $7.50 ($5 for those younger than 10) and includes side items, salad and a drink. The gymnasium is located on West Main Street and food also will be available for carry-out.
Monday, April 3
COMMUNITY · The LaFayetteWalker County Library, 305 South Duke Street, in LaFayette hosts “Ready to Read Story Time” every Monday and Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. Both programs are identical. The program consists of stories, crafts, songs and games designed to prepare children for successful school careers.
Tuesday, April 4
COMMUNITY · Every Tuesday, from 10:30 - 11:30 a.m., the Rossville Public Library offers Ready to READ programs for youngsters. The library is currently in a temporary facility at the Rossville Recreation Center ( 301 Williams St.) while its McFarland Avenue location is being renovated.
COMMUNITY · The LaFayetteWalker County Library, 305 Duke Street, in LaFayette, offers 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.
Friday, April 7
CHURCH · Christian music stars the Watkins Family and Channing Eleton on Friday, April 7, 2017 at 7:30 p.m. at the Ringgold Depot, corner of Depot Street and U.S. Highway 41 in Ringgold. The event is a fundraiser for the Pearl and Floyd Franks Scholarship Fund helping musicians achieve higher education. For more information, visit www. shareamericafoundation.org.
Saturday, April 8
ENTERTAINMENT · The Friends of the Gordon-Lee Mansion will open the Mansion for tours on April 8 and April 15 between the hours noon and 2 p.m. The Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum will operate the Chickamauga Turn Saturday and the Mansion will be open for tours. All proceeds go to the Friends of the Gordon-Lee Mansion, a 501c3 organization, for preservation efforts. Admission is $5 adults and $1 for 12 and under. Contact the Friends at 423-488-0861 or on Facebook for more information.