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Calendar
NOVEMBER ON GOING TILL SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2008 Truckers for Kids: Toy Run "Helping Kids Smile" 2008 Truckers for Kids Toy Run will be December 20, 2008 at the Stephens County High School, the gate will open at 1:00 pm for drivers to line up for the Night time Toy Run thru the streets of Toccoa, Georgia. This is the 14th year drivers from all over N.E. Georgia and Upstate S.C. will bring smiles to kids by bring two toys for a girl and tow toys for a boy as the entry fee for the Run ($10.00 per toy =$40.00) As in the past some drivers and companies have brought alot more than this for the kids and made the Run that much better. The age group this year will be toddlers to 12 years old and drivers lets don't forget the older ones.These kids hear their parents talk about the bad news on the TV, let show them that the Trucking Industry is here for them. Because without you the Companies and Drivers there would be "NO" Truckers For Kids Toy Run. So come be with us this year and enjoy the people and kids that line the streets of Toccoa, Georgia to watch the Big Rigs bring a smile to the kids. Also Smokin Hot BBQ by Tony will be served to all drivers that bring toys. His way of thanking drivers for their year of service to the kids. For more information on this years run call 706-491-3711. And special Thanks to the Petro Stopping Center of Carnesville, Georgia for bringing Truckers, Toys and Kids together on Christmas 2008. Remember the Reason for the Season is Jesus. You can go to the Chamber of Commerce for applications for help, please mail it back by November 25, 2008 to Truckers for Kids, 1656 Fernside Drive, Toccoa, GA 30577. ************************************************ ON GOING TILL SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2008 Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots Request up Dramatically according to Dan Angle, "We have already registered twice the number of kids as we did this time last year." "We are going to need several thousand toys to meet the demand." We have just received word that the Toccoa Women's Club would like for Toys For Tots to have drop boxes along the Toccoa Christmas Parade Route so those attending the Parade may drop new and unwrapped toys in the collection boxes that will be maned by Marines. Also, the Toccoa Amateur Radio Society will be aksing for Toys to help us meet our needs. Other locations the public may take toys are: Caterpillar: New Court House: CVS Pharmacy: Department of Juvenile Justice Office: Toccoa, Dollar General Store: Eastanollee, Dollar General Store: Ferro Corporation: First Franklin Financial Loan Office: Ingles Food Store: Patterson Pump: Quality Food: Qunicy's: Robertson Furniture: Stephens Federal, Downtown, Stephens Federal, Big A Road: Standard Register: Stovall Building Supply: Toccoa Ford: Tractor Supply Company: North Georgia Credit Union: First United Methodist Church: First Presbyterian Church: Liberty Baptist Church: U. S. Post Office, Toccoa: Toccoa Falls College. "We are going to need a lot of help to meet the demand, "Angel stated, "we will not take any requests after December 20, 2008. Toys will be distributed December 23, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at Ebenezer Baptist Life Center." For more information call Dan Angel at 706-886-1228. ********************************************************** ON GOING 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 Fernside Fire Department behind the Days Inn on Big A Road 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 24, 2009, the Toccoa Amateur Radio Society will have a test session for new and upgrade radio licenses at the Fernside Fire Station. The testing time is at 9:00 a.m. For further information, go to the TARS Web Site: www.mytowntoccoa.com/tars ********************************************************** ON GOING 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. ********************************************************** ON GOING 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. ********************************************************** ON GOING 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. ************************************************* ON GOING 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. ************************************************* ON GOING 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. ************************************************* ON GOING 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. ************************************************* ON GOING 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. ************************************************* ON GOING Tennis Lessons are available for all levels. For more information call Rick Bowers at 706-491-0616. ************************************************* ON GOING 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. ************************************************* ON GOING UNTIL JANUARY 10TH 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. ************************************************* Amuet Post 600 Member Clarence CG Maxwell a Korean Vet, lost his home and everything in it to a terrible fire. Anyone wanting to donate items a storage building has been assigned at 553 W. Spring St. Toccoa, Georgia. Clothing sizes, men 30-30 pants, 30-32, Men medium shirts or large, men shoes 9 1/2 women shoes 8 1/2 or 9, women pants and dresses 18. An account has been open for monetary donations at First Citizens Bank for anyone wanting to donate the CG Maxwell Family. ************************************************* THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH THRU SUNDAY, 23RD The Franklin Community Players invites you to come see your Franklin, Stephens, and Hart County friends perform in Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias one weekend only, November 20-23, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 pm and Saturday and Sunday at 2:30 pm. Directed by Ray Stowers, with Peggy Moon Assistant Director. To honor and thank our community, we are excited to announce that Opening night is half-price, $4.00 and $2.00! Regular Admission is $8.00 Adults and $4.00 Students. Tickets are available through the Franklin County and Lavonia Chamber of Commerce, the high school drama department, FCP board members you may know, and at the door. The Telford Center for the Fine and Performing Arts is located on the Franklin County High School campus, Hwy. 145 in Carnesville, between exits 164 and 166. Go to www.franklincommunityplayers.com for more information and rss@hartcom.net ************************************************ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND The Walhalla Civic Auditorium will be having Dry Branch Fire Squad: November 22, 2008: Saturday before Thanksgiving. This fantastic Bluegrass band is led by Ron Thomason, one of the funniest men in American. If you think Victor Borge was just a piano player, then Dry Branch Fire Squad is just a bluegrass band. 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. ************************************************ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND Northeast Georgia Saddle Club Benefit Ride. Registration 9:00 am Ride 10:00 am. Ride, meal, and games for $15.00. Lake Russell Wildlife Management Area. For more information call 706498-7571or Tuffcwgrlnga@yahoo.com or http://negasc.clubspaces.com ************************************************ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND Pilot Club of Toccoa Ham and Egg Supper 2008 Saturday, November 22, 2008 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm at Stephens County High School Lunchroom. Ticket price $6.00. ************************************************ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22ND The Freedom Church of God, 3428 Neese Commerce Road, Commerce, Georgia. Will be having a Singing, November 22, 2008 at 6:00 pm. The Joymasters will be Ministering in song. There will be a hotdog supper following the singing. Everyone is invited to come out and worship and join in the fellowship. For more information call Pastor Greg Banks at 706-335-0741. ************************************************ SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23RD Special Benefit Singing for Lydia Tucker & Family at Montgomery Memorial Baptist Church 56 Dunlap Street Gainesville, Georgia. Featuring The Marksmen Quartet, Cheryl Sumpter & Divine 3, Gerald Sweatman & Eastnbound Reunion, Montgomery Memorial Church Choir. Sunday Night November 23, 2008 at 6:00 pm. No Admission charge -A Love Offering will be received. For more information call 770-540-9085. ************************************************ TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH The TOCCOA AARP CHAPTER 2117 will have it's regular meeting at 11:30 am on Tuesday, November 25, 2008. Dinner will be served by the Senior Center for a $2.00 charge. Following Dinner at 12:30 pm we will have a short meeting to elect officers for 2009. Mike Kenney, Regional Volunteer Leader will install the new officers. For more information call Dave Baglien at 706-886-8342. ************************************************ TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25TH The Community Impact for Christ-a committee from a variety of churches in Stephens County whose sole purpose is to break down the walls of denominationalism and racism and bring together an united body of Christ--wants to invite the community of Stephens County to our annual Thanksgiving service. This year First Baptist is hosting the event and their pastor, Dr. Jim Nelson will be our speaker. Immediately following we'll meet together for some good ole food, fun, and fellowship. Plan on joining us for this community event Tuesday, November 25, 2008 at 7:00 pm. ************************************************ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29ND You're invited to attend " A Classic Affair" November 29, 2008 Elks Lodge 215 Remsdale Street Toccoa, Georgia 30577 Event time: 7:00 p.m. - until, Ticket Price: $25.00 per person, Event Sponsor: We Kare. All proceeds will be donated to the Boys & Girls Club of Stephens County. Music provided by: DJ Rob. For more information or to purchase tickets, please feel free to contact: Mrs. Brenda Appling 706-886-1177, Ms. Lenora Benson 706-886-3075, or Mrs. Juanita Johnson 706-886-8959. ************************************************ SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH New Bethel CH Church in Royston will host a singing on November 30, 2008 at 6:00pm. The Homeland Boys will be the guest singers. For more information please call 706-246-9638 or 706-246-8933. ************************************************ SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH Gospel Singing Sunday, November 30, 2008 at 6:00 pm at New Haven Church 615 White Sulphur Rd. Gainesville, Georgia (located beside Lanier Park Hospital) Featuring: Karen Peck & New River & The NHC Sanctuary Choir. A love offering will be taken for more information call 770-532-1141 or www.newhavenchchurch.com ************************************************ SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30TH Gospel Singing Sunday, November 30, 2008 at 7:00 pm at Eastanollee Baptist Church. Featuring The Browns. A love offering will be taken for more information call Doug at 706-779-3928 or Scott at 706-779-3293. ************************************************
DECEMBER THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4TH AND FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5TH The Senior Center of Stephens County will be hosting, AARP Drivers Safety Class. This two day Class 4 hours each day, will be on Thursday, December 4, 2008 from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm and Friday, December 5, 2008 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm. Cost is $10.00 each for material and book. For more information and or to register please call Lisa Thomas at 706-886-4740 or Ruth Ann Bee at 706-356-376-5446. ************************************************ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5TH THRU SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7TH The Towns County Chamber of Commerce presents the 2008 Mountaintop GA Christmas Tour of Homes on December 5, 6, and 7. This event begins on Friday with the Lighting of the Tree in Young Harris at 6:00 pm followed by the Artwalk at several area galleries from 6-7:30 pm Seven interesting and decorated homes will be on this year's driving tour including unique mountain and lake residences that will be sure to please everyone. The tour hours are Saturday, December 6 at 11:00 am till 6:00 pm and Sunday, December 7 at 1:00 pm till 5:00 pm. Refreshment stops are provided each day at strategic locations. The closing reception at the Ridges Resort & Club on Sunday, December 7 at 5:00 pm till 7:00 pm is a great way to end the weekend. Tickets are $25.00 with a portion donated to the Towns County Food Pantry. For more information on ticket sale locations call the Chamber at 800-984-1543 or 706-896-4966. ************************************************ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6TH The 2008 Toccoa Christmas Parade will be on Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 4:00 pm. The line-up for the parade will begin at 2:30 pm. ************************************************ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6TH Vann's Creek Battle Ceremony Planned December 6, 2008 at Richard Russell State Park, (beach area), Ruckersville, Road, Elbert County, Georgia at 11:00 am. On December 6, 2008, the Samuel Elbert Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution will commemorate a skirmish that occurred at the mouth of Vann Creek in present-day Elbert County, Georgia on February 11, 1779. The majority of the small (Patriots) forces fighting that day were South Carolina militia. The Yargo Community Concert Band will be playing patriotic songs, the Elijah Clarke Militia will be firing a musket salute, the award winning Georgia Society Color Guard will be performing, and a wreath laying will take place to honor those brave men who fought that day. Mr. Charles Baxley, editor and manager of the magazine, "Southern Campaigns" will be speaking on the American Revolution campaign in North Georgia. If you have questions, contact Stuart Lyle, 1021 Lexington Hwy, Elberton, Georgia 30635, or call 706-283-4359, or contact Larry Wilson at 706-283-1627. ************************************************ SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7TH You are invited to join us at Tom's Creek Baptist Church, Martin, GA for our Children's Cantata on December 7, 2008 at 7:00 pm. For more information call 706-779-2474. ************************************************ TUESDAY, DECMEBER 9TH Stephens County Middle School Chorus Presents Forever Christmas, Tuesday, December 9, 2008 at 7:30 pm at Stephens County Middle School Dining Theatre. $3.00 Admission. For more information call 706-886-2880. ************************************************ TUESDAY, DECMEBER 9TH Celebrating 20 years: The Toccoa-Stephens County Literacy Council will hold a day long celebration on December 9, 2008 from 11:00 am till 7:00 pm in honor of past, current, and future volunteers and students. Everyone is invited, and refreshments will be served. The center is located at 158 South Broad St. on the corner of Whitman St. For more information call 706-282-5171. ************************************************ THURSDAY, DECMEBER 11TH The SCMS Band Concert will be December 11, 2008 at 6:00 pm at Georgia Baptist Conference Center. ************************************************ FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12TH THRU SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14TH First Baptist Church of Lavonia Sanctuary Choir presents A Night of Miracles, December 12, 13, & 14, 2008 at 7:00 pm. December 14, 2008 at 10:00 am in the Family Life Center. Tickets are available at the local banks and the church office. ************************************************ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13TH Toccoa Woman's Club will hold their 3rd Annual Pancake Breakfast with Santa at Apple B's on Saturday, December 13, 2008 from 7:00 am till 10:00 am. Tickets for the breakfast will be $5.00. Pictures will be make by John from Paper Expressions from 8:00 am till 10:00 am tickets are $5.00 and can be purchased at Headquarters Beauty Salon. ************************************************ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13TH The Walhalla Civic Auditorium will be having Andy Cooney Christmas Show: Saturday, December 13, 2008. Andy will come directly from Carnegie Hall. That's right, Andy who has made Walhalla a stop on his Forever Irish Tour the last 3 years, has been invited to play Carnegie Hall. After he warms up at Carnegie Hall, he will bring his great show here. There will be another packed house for this $25.00 show. For more information, check www.walhallacivicauditorium.com or call Tom Brosnan at 864-944-5762. or Maxie Duke 864-638-5200. ************************************************ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13TH
2008 - 2009 The Northeast Atlanta Ballet Saturday, December 13, 2008
************************************************ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13TH Christmas Tree Lighting at Vogel: Vogel State Park's "5th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting Program" will start at 5:30 pm on December 13, 2008. The hayrides will be gin at 4:30 pm carrying park guests and visitors to the ball field from the Visitor's Center. There will be no vehicle parking at the ball field for safety reasons. Please use hayrides or walk to get to the ball field for the event. This will be the staging area, with 3-bonfires to stay warm, where you will meet up with others to sing and celebrate the Christmas Season. Caroling and the lighting of a beautiful 30-Foot Blue Spruce at 6:00 pm adjacent to the ball field will be the highlight of the evening. Also Santa Claus will be in a warm tent at the ball field listening to the children's wishes. There will be hot cider and hot chocolate at no cost for everyone. The program will be under a roof if inclement weather. Please come out to enjoy this seasonal event at Vogel State Park. Please bring a blanket or chair for seating and to stay warm. Last, but not least, please bring a gift for a child 0-12 years of age unwrapped. (No toy guns, knives or dangerous items Please). All of these gifts will given out to the local children through Union County Sheriff's Department as part of the GIVE-A-GIFT toy drive. Vogel State Park is located 11 miles south of Blairsville, Georgia on Hwy 19/129. For more information call 706-754-2628. No charge associated with the program. ************************************************ SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14TH Christmas for Travelers Sunday, December 14, 2008 at 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Traveler's Rest State Historic Site 4339 Riverdale Road, Toccoa, Georgia, located 5 miles east of Toccoa just off U.S. 123 at the GA/SC state line. Free to the Public. Traveler's Rest State Historic Site will be hosting its annual Christmas for Travelers program. Visitors will enjoy live Christmas Music and will be entertained with period dances by the 1860's Civilian Society. Craft demonstrators will be on hand to show off their skills in knitting, crocheting, spinning, and more. Sponsored by the Friends of Traveler's Rest. For more information call 706-886-2256 or www.gastateparks.org . ************************************************ SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14TH You are invited to join us at Tom's Creek Baptist Church, Martin, GA for our Adult Cantata on December 14, 2008 at 7:00 pm service. "There is A Bethlehem" A Christmas Journey of Faith. For more information call 706-779-2474. ************************************************ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20TH Truckers for Kids: Toy Run "Helping Kids Smile" 2008 Truckers for Kids Toy Run will be December 20, 2008 at the Stephens County High School, the gate will open at 1:00 pm for drivers to line up for the Night time Toy Run thru the streets of Toccoa, Georgia. This is the 14th year drivers from all over N.E. Georgia and Upstate S.C. will bring smiles to kids by bring two toys for a girl and tow toys for a boy as the entry fee for the Run ($10.00 per toy =$40.00) As in the past some drivers and companies have brought alot more than this for the kids and made the Run that much better. The age group this year will be toddlers to 12 years old and drivers lets don't forget the older ones.These kids hear their parents talk about the bad news on the TV, let show them that the Trucking Industry is here for them. Because without you the Companies and Drivers there would be "NO" Truckers For Kids Toy Run. So come be with us this year and enjoy the people and kids that line the streets of Toccoa, Georgia to watch the Big Rigs bring a smile to the kids. Also Smokin Hot BBQ by Tony will be served to all drivers that bring toys. His way of thanking drivers for their year of service to the kids. For more information on this years run call 706-491-3711. And special Thanks to the Petro Stopping Center of Carnesville, Georgia for bringing Truckers, Toys and Kids together on Christmas 2008. Remember the Reason for the Season is Jesus. You can go to the Chamber of Commerce for applications for help, please mail it back by November 25, 2008 to Truckers for Kids, 1656 Fernside Drive, Toccoa, GA 30577. ************************************************ SATURDAY, DECEMBER 20TH Marine Corps Reserve Toys For Tots Request up Dramatically according to Dan Angle, "We have already registered twice the number of kids as we did this time last year." "We are going to need several thousand toys to meet the demand." We have just received word that the Toccoa Women's Club would like for Toys For Tots to have drop boxes along the Toccoa Christmas Parade Route so those attending the Parade may drop new and unwrapped toys in the collection boxes that will be maned by Marines. Also, the Toccoa Amateur Radio Society will be aksing for Toys to help us meet our needs. Other locations the public may take toys are: Caterpillar: New Court House: CVS Pharmacy: Department of Juvenile Justice Office: Toccoa, Dollar General Store: Eastanollee, Dollar General Store: Ferro Corporation: First Franklin Financial Loan Office: Ingles Food Store: Patterson Pump: Quality Food: Qunicy's: Robertson Furniture: Stephens Federal, Downtown, Stephens Federal, Big A Road: Standard Register: Stovall Building Supply: Toccoa Ford: Tractor Supply Company: North Georgia Credit Union: First United Methodist Church: First Presbyterian Church: Liberty Baptist Church: U. S. Post Office, Toccoa: Toccoa Falls College. "We are going to need a lot of help to meet the demand, "Angel stated, "we will not take any requests after December 20, 2008. Toys will be distributed December 23, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm at Ebenezer Baptist Life Center." **********************************************************
JANUARY 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. ************************************************
2008 - 2009 FRIDAY, JANUARY 23RD
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! ************************************************ 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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