WNEG Calendar: October 2008

JANUARY

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!

Currahee Mountain Dept. 1303 Marine Corps League would like to take this opportunity to say thank you. Toccoa and Stephens County for helping to make the 2008 Toys for Tots annual Toy drive a success. As you know we were extremely short of toys two weeks before Christmas. The response was overwhelming. We were able to give each child four toys and assists additional families that came by and asked for help.

We were able to help 621 children this year. A sad note is that 46 families did not pick up their requested gifts. However, we were able to distribute these toys to other needy youngsters for a total of 667 bags distributed. We could not have done what we did without the help of everyone in Toccoa and Stephens County.

We would like to thank the following businesses and individuals who made this possible. Adams Container Corp., Stephens County Government Building, Caterpillar, Inc., CVS Pharmacy, Dept. of Juvenile Justice, Dollar General, Eastanollee, Dollar General, Toccoa, Ferro Corp., First Franklin Financial, Ingles, Patterson Pump, Quality Food, Quincy's, Robertson's Furniture, Stephens Federal Downtown, Stephens Federal Big A, Standard Register, Stovall Building Supply, Toccoa Ford, Toccoa Record, Tractor Supply, First Methodist Church, Ladies Bible Class First Methodist, First Presbyterian Church, Liberty Baptist Church, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Toccoa Falls College, Central Machine Shop, U.S. Postal Service, Toccoa, Toccoa Amateur Radio Club, Our Salon, Red Hat Ladies, The Woman's Club, George Peppers, Mr. & Mrs. Mike Crozier, Stephens County High School, N.E. GA Bank, Archie Sharretts, Kyle Harber, Charlotte Burns, V.F.W., Johnny Kay Smith, Joe Bentley, PTL Equipment, Toccoa Elks Lodge, Georgia Game Fowel Breeders Association, Grace Smith, WNEG AM, Joseph Yergin, Moore's Feed and Supply, Hardys, N.E. Georgia Credit Union, Fernside Package, Badcock Furniture, Meadowbrook Machine and Tool, Northland Cable, The Phillips Group, Ebenezer Sunday School Class Building Relationships and Congregation of Ebenezer Baptist Church. If we have missed anyone we are truly sorry. Again thank you Toccoa and Stephens County for a job well done. Dan Angel.

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CHANGE OF LOCATION AND DATE CHANGE

The Toccoa Amateur Radio Society holds meetings on the first Saturday of every month, unless a Holiday or Ham Fest is on that Saturday, then the meeting will be held on the following Saturday at the Salvation Army building, 348 E. Franklin Street, Toccoa, Georgia. at 9:00 a.m. Anyone interested in obtaining a license or information about joining the club, contact President Fred Rickman-W4BNG, at 706-779-5951 of Vice President Buzz Tatham-KU4ES, at 706-886-9216. On Saturday, January 31, 2009, the Toccoa Amateur Radio Society will have a test session for new and upgrade radio licenses at the Salvation Army building . The testing time is at 9:00 a.m. For further information, go to the TARS Web Site: www.mytowntoccoa.com/tars

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American Legion Post 104 fund raiser for building fund: "Blood Oath" written by Jimmy Cherokee Waters, Epic in scope, seeped in history, this novel presents the settlement of the Southern Mountains of the American frontier. From the Great Smokes of Tennessee and the Carolinas, through the Georgia Blue Ridge, follow the lives of both the white settlers and the Cherokee, their interactions governed by the famed Blood Oath. This ancient Blood Oath of the Cherokee demanded blood for blood, and carnage soon followed as the war hatchet, the screams of captives, and the crack of muskets transformed the quiet stillness of the mountain river valleys into an eighteenth century war zone. Read about...The Battle of Seneca, SC, The Battle of King's Mountain, The Destruction of Keowee, The Georgia Gold Rush, The Battle of Horseshoe Bend, AL, The Trail of Tears. For more information call William Tucker at 706-886-4636.

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Compassionate Hospice of North Georgia. Individual volunteers and group organizations needed to help people coping with terminal illness and their families. Flexible scheduling. Also looking for organizations to sponsor or participate in a charity event each year. Contact Steven Vanlerberghe at 678-651-1440.

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The public is invited to attend the Partners for Success noon luncheon the first Wednesday of every month. The organization meets in the Board of Education Tugalo Room on Highway 106 at 1:00 P. M. Call Toni Childress for more information at 706-886-2880 extension 2010.

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Adult Children of Alcoholics meets every Thursday at the Fernside Fire Station Conference Room. Meeting time is 7:00 P. M. For more information, contact Connie at 706-491-2882 or Barb at 706-599-3645.

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The Overeaters Anonymous meets on Mondays, at 5:00 p.m. at St. James Episcopal Church on Warmwoman Road. There are not dues or fees. For more information, call 706-782-7237. Carole Kramer.

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Gymnastics are being offered. Classes will be held on Mondays. Tuesdays, and Thursdays. Cheerleading Classes are also available. Levels are available from preschool to Team Level. Classes will be held on Monday, Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning at 4:30 p.m. Call Dana Browning Ott at 706-282-1931 for more information. Assistants are Allyson Dunton and Anastasia Schultz.

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Several Water Aerobics classes are also offered at Rose Lane Indoor Pool. Classes are offered Monday through Saturday for your convenience. Weekday morning classes cost $3.00 each class and schedule is as follows: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8:15 a.m., 9:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. with instructor Toni Kundee, her number is 706-356-1897. Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. with instructor Pat Randall, her number is 706-886-4882.

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Evening Water Aerobics classes are $4.00 each and schedule is as follows: Mondays and Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. with Elizabeth Maxwell-Murphy. Tuesday classes at 7:00 p.m. are held with Kathy Carpenter and her number is 706-244-0511. Fibromyalgia Classes are held on Mondays and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. with Gloria Caldwell. The cost is $4.00 each and you contact Caldwell at 706-886-9446.

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Colleen Williams will instruct a class Saturdays at 9:00 a.m. The cost will be $5.00 per class and her number is 706-886-5179.

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Tennis Lessons are available for all levels. For more information call Rick Bowers at 706-491-0616.

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Karate Classes are held on Tuesdays and wit instructor Chip Prather. Ages 3 and up begin at 5:00 p.m., juniors at 5:30 p.m., and seniors at 6:30 p.m. Call Chip Prather at 706-779-3118.

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Sign up for the Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Talent Fashion Show has begun. We need musicians, singers, dancers, comedians, models, magicians, etc. The Show will be January 10, 2009 at the Schaefer Center, Toccoa, GA. For more information call Juanita Johnson at 706-886-8959 or Brenda Appling at 706-886-1177.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 1ST

2nd Annual Community Wide Dinner. All are invited to come and feast for a day! Thursday, January 1, 2009 at Toccoa-Stephens County Boys & Girls Club, Whitman Street, Toccoa at 1:00 pm. Sponsored by: A few disciples. For more information contact: Cassandra Wilkins at 706-491-1230, Anges Oglesby at 706-886-2636, or Brenda Appling at 706-886-1177.

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 1ST

The annual Emancipation Proclamation Program will be held at the Friendship Baptist Church, Sage/Sautee Streets, Toccoa on Thursday, January 1, 2009 at 12:00 noon. The speaker will be Rev. Ronald Gantt, Pastor of the Maple Springs Baptist Church, Elbert County. Special music will be rendered.

This will be the 41st observance and is sponsored by the Toccoa Improvement Committee. Everyone is encouraged to come. A special appeal to the youth. For further information contact Mr. L. J. Harrison, TIC President 706-886-2092.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 3RD

The Black Christian Men and Auxiliary Invites you to their 18th Observance of the Birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Taking place from January 3, through January 19, 2009. For more information call 706-886-8349.

Senior Citizens Program, Saturday, January 3, 2009 at 3:00 pm at Deercourt C.M.E. Church.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 3RD

"Bring One for the Chipper", Saturday, January 3, 2009, from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm at Top Notch Tree service on Big A Road. (Next to Cotton States Insurance). Recycle your Christmas tree and receive a free seeding. Sponsored by Keep Toccoa Stephens County Beautiful.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 6TH

Rehearsal for the MLK Talent Fashion Show will be Tuesday, January 6, 2009 at 7:00 pm at the Schaefer Center, Doyle St. Toccoa. All participants are encouraged to attend. For more information call Juanita Johnson at 706-886-8959 or Brenda Appling at 706-886-1177.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 10TH

Art Contest, Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 3:00 pm at Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

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SATURDAY, JANUARY 10TH

Talent/Fashion Show, Saturday, January 10, 2009 at 5:00 pm at Schaefer Center.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 11TH

Oratorical/Essay Contest, Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 3:00 pm at Mt. Zion Baptist Church.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 11TH

New Hope Baptist Church will be having a concert with The Watkins Family. This concert has no admission charge but a love offering will be received, January 11, 2009 at New Hope Baptist Church in Toccoa, Georgia starting at 6:00 pm performing with be Karen Peck and New River and The Watkins Family. Come on out and enjoy a great night of Southern and Acoustic Gospel music.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 11TH

New Hope Baptist Church will be presenting in concert Karen Peck and New River & The Watkins Family on Sunday evening, Sunday, January 11, 2009 at 6:00 pm. For more information, please contact the church office at 706-886-6024. the church is located on Hwy 106 between Toccoa and Carnesville.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 11TH

New Hope Baptist Church Presents in Concert Karen Peck and New River & The Watkins Family on January 11, 2009 at 6:00 pm. for more information contact New Hope Baptist Church at 706-886-6024 or Tim Culpepper at 706-886-7303. The church is located on Hwy 106 between Toccoa and Carnesville, Georgia.

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TUESDAY, JANUARY 13TH

The Stephens County Board of Education has announced that nomination forms for the Superintendent of Schools are available at the central office or no their web site www.stephenscountyschools.com .

If you have someone you would like to nominate someone for Superintendent of Stephens County Schools, you must have the form returned by January 13, 2009. For more information, call 706-886-9415.

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SUNDAY, JANUARY 18TH

Youth Musical Extravaganza, Sunday, January 18, 2009 at 6:00 pm at Friendship Baptist Church.

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MONDAY, JANUARY 19TH

Interfaith Service, Monday, January 19, 2009 at 12:00 noon at Trinity C.M.E. Church.

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MONDAY, JANUARY 19TH

March, For Peace, Monday, January 19,2009 at 2:00 pm. March will form in front of Trinity C.M.E. Church.

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Northeast Georgia
Community Concert Association
Celebrating our 13th Season!

2008 - 2009

FRIDAY, JANUARY 23RD
Georgia Baptist Conference Center
Toccoa, Georgia
7:00 p.m.
For Tickets please call 706-297-7121 or 706-297-7014

The greatest music comes from within. In case of the extraordinary young piano virtuoso William Joseph, that statement applies both literally and figuratively.

William has been in demand for a number of high-profile musical events, including a tour with Josh Groban in 2004, a two-month tour with Clay Aiken in 2005, and supporting such artist as Barbara Streisand and Natalie Cole. This is not an ordinary piano concert-expect to be mesmerized!

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FRIDAY, JANUARY 23,RD

The Walhalla Civic Auditorium will be having Rusty Evans, A Tribute to Johnny Cash Friday, January 23, 2008. This is the best Johnny Cash show around. Rusty Evans does not try to sound like Johnny Cash, he just sounds like him. This be a great evening for all fans of The Man in Black. Tickets will be $25.00. For more information, check www.walhallacivicauditorium.com or call Tom Brosnan at 864-944-5762. or Maxie Duke 864-638-5200.

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