Published: July 20, 2008 12:42 am            

Local briefs for 7-20-08

Massey Lake meeting slated

The Massey Lake Community Center members will hold a meeting at 6 p.m. Monday at the center. All members are urged to attend.



Community health fair set

Pinehurst Apartments will host a Health Fair for the community on Friday.

The event will be held from 10 a.m. to noon. Everyone is invited to attend.

Some of the local nursing agencies will be present to do blood pressure levels, blood glucose levels and pulse-ox levels.

Wal-Mart Vision Center will be present as well as representatives from the Palestine Resource Center, Adult Protective Services, Lifeline, Meals on Wheels, Greenbriar Nursing Home and Liberty Medical will also provide information regarding their agencies.

Guardian Angel Home Health will bring durable medical equipment that would be useful to many in the community.

Pinehurst Apartments is located at 122 Kickapoo St. For more information, call 903-723-8630.



TOPS chapter to meet Tuesday

Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets every Tuesday at 3011 Loop 256 in Palestine.

Men, women and children are welcome to attend. Weigh in is from 8:30 to 9a.m.

The meeting opened this week with 14 members present it was called to order by Lottie Hendley.

KOPS and TOPS pledges were said (No KOPS this week, but two TOPS, Courtney Breed, and Betty Branson).

The chapter celebrated two birthdays this week. Secretary Mary Stewart read the minutes of the last meeting, and Betty Branson, weight recorder kept up with all of the members pounds lost or gained.

The song for the day, was “Write Down” to the tune of ( “If You Are Happy and You Know It.) Doris Brede presented the program emphasizing on certain vegetables who are loaded on fiber and vitamins

The meeting closed with the Helping Hand Pledge.

For more information about TOPS call Lottie Hendley at (903-723-6216) or Doris Brede at (903-729-2596).



Branson trip in the works

Meals on Wheels and the Palestine Senior Activity Center is sponsoring a trip to Branson, Missouri from Oct. 1-5. The bus will depart from and return to the senior center at 125 Kickapoo St. Included in the cost of the trip is four nights lodging in Branson, transportation by Deluxe Motorcoach, Chuck’s Travel; eight meals and all entry fees to all attractions including gratuities. The attractions in the tour will include RFD TV Theater; Lost in the 50’s Show with The Platter’s; Dick Clark’s American Bandstand Theater Show, The Twelve Irish Tenors Show; Dinner and Show on the Showboat Branson Belle, with a cruise on Lake Tannicomo; Tram Ride and Picnic in Dogwood Canyon Wildlife Park; Tram Ride through Fantastic Caverns; visit to the Titanic Museum and the most fabulous show “Noah” at the Millennium Theater.

If you have never been to Branson, this is the tour to go on. If you have been to Branson before, this tour is totally different than any you have ever been on.

The Millenium Theater just opened this past April. This is a fantastic theater that wraps around the audience for a maximum experience, a news release said. The production uses live animals as well as mechanical animals. The show tells the Biblical story of Noah. The Titanic Museum features complete sets from the Titanic movie, including the grand staircase and ballroom, as well as costumes from the movie.



Publishing course deadline today

Are you interested in writing a novel but unsure about the publishing industry? How do you contact an agent or publishers? What are some of the publishing trends? Do you need a blog or Web site?

The Romance Writers of America — East Texas Chapter will offer an online workshop on book publishing titled “Everything You Need to Know About Publishing” the week of July 21-25 featuring author Maya Reynolds.

The course will focus on information writers should learn about the three arms of the publishing industry: publishers, agents and booksellers, along with publishing trends and speculation about the future. Writers of all genres are invited to participate in the class.

The course will cover:

1. Who are the major players in book publishing?

2. When should I target a New York publisher, an independent publisher or an online publisher?

3. Publishing terms

4. Why would I want an agent, and what do I need to know about them?

5. Do I need a blog or a Web site?

6. What do I need to know about the five Internet giants?

7. Trends to be aware of in publishing.

8. What about contracts?

9. How does selling books differ than selling any other commodity?

10. What is POD?

Cost of the workshop is $15 for Romance Writers of America members and $20 for non-members.

To sign up for the online workshop, visit http://easttexasrwa.com/html/workshops.html

Deadline to sign up for the workshop is today. For more information about RWA-ETC events and meetings, visit www.easttexasrwa.com or e-mail cherilvernon@yahoo.com



Credit by Exam set for Spanish

Palestine ISD is offering Spanish I and Spanish II Credit by Exam to Palestine High School students on Aug. 5-7.

Parents interested in having their child participate in the Spanish I or Spanish II Credit by Exam program may pick up an application from their child’s campus counselor.

Students requesting Spanish I or Spanish II Credit by Exam must pass the test(s) with a 70 percent or above.

In order to be tested this August parents must complete and return a “Credit by Exam” application by July 31. Applications will not be accepted after the deadline. Applications are available at Palestine High School office. School counselors will assist parents with the applications, questions, and the testing process.



Buffalo MBC revival slated

Buffalo Missionary Baptist Church will be have revival services nightly at 7 p.m. July 28 through Aug. 1 with evangelist Paul Brantner and his family. Shelby Race, music minister of Calvary Baptist Church in Fairfield, will lead music for the services.

"We were blessed last year with Bro. Paul holding our revival and are looking for great blessings again this year," said the Rev. Johnny Veretto. "Additionally this year, Bro. Paul's entire family will be with him, bringing special music.

The church is located at the corner of Hagard and Main streets, one block off U.S. 79 North behind Tom's Mini Mart. For more information, call 903-322-2922 or 322-5537.



Friendship Baptist VBS to start

Friendship Baptist Church of Montalba will have its Vacation Bible School from 6 to 9 p.m. Monday thrugh Friday. The theme this year is Power Lab-Discovering Jesus’ Miraculous Power. VBS is for ages 3 through high school.



VBS planned at Bethlehem Lutheran

Bethlehem Lutheran Church’s Vacation Bible School will be in session beginning at 9 a.m. Monday through Friday. The theme is “Friendship Trek: Jesus, our Forever Friend.”



Elkhart FUMC Games Night set

Elkhart First United Methodist Church adult members are invited to Games Night on Friday beginning at 6 p.m. Bring a friend and a dish. There will be a light dinner served before games start. This is a fun time to get together for dominos and other table games.

Spirit Seekers Prayer Group meet Thursday at noon. Anyone is invited to this ministry. This is a time of prayers for those of our membership and community who have requested special prayers.

The Cancer Support Group will meet from 2 to 3 p.m. July 28. Anyone who has experienced this dreadful disease is invited to attend this meeting. It is a time of support to those who need to talk to others who have walked this long, hard walk. This group is a very discrete and loving group.

The 5th Annual Church Garage Sale/Trade Days and Hamburger Lunch will be held on Friday and Saturday, Aug. 1-2 starting at 8 a.m.

This is the time to get rid of your unwanted items around the house and barn. Bring them by the church at your earliest convenience so we can tag them and put them in the garage sale.

A refurbished computer has been donated to the church to give away at the garage sale.

This computer has programs for both school and home tasks. Anyone who would like to have it will be invited to register at the church. A drawing will be held at the end of the sale on Saturday.

“We have an exceptionally large Trades Day. People come from all over Texas to sell their goods,” a church news release said.

The church sells spaces outside. Space is available on a first come basis. Space is limited some with electricity and some without. Contact the church office as soon as possible for additional information and cost of Spaces.

Olan Mills Photography will be coming to the church on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1 to take pictures of the members for the new directory. Members will receive one 8"x10" free of charge.

There will be packages available for sale. Contact the church to set a time for your family to come for their sitting.

Mark your calendars "A Day of Celebration, 130 Years and Growing" will be held on Oct. 19. Chairman, Linda Brown along with her committee are meeting at this time.

They are looking for old pictures of the church and church family and other memorabilia to display.

When you submit these items please write a note as to who is in the picture and the occasion also write your name on the items so we can get it back to you. Also, if you would have a story to tell about this time period we are interested in hearing it. If you have any interesting ideas please contact the chairman.

Worship services at the church start with fellowship at 9:30 a.m., Sunday school at 10 a.m. and worship at 11 a.m.

For more information regarding any church activities, call 903-764-2347.



Slocum Union activities set

Slocum Union Church members are reminded to bring donations for the Crisis Center of Anderson and Cherokee Counties to help those in need.

Olan Mills photography will be here to take pictures for the new directory on Sept. 30 and Oct. 1. Contact the church for times to get your family in for a sitting.

Members will receive one 8"x10" picture free along with the directory. Packages will be available for sale. Call 903-764-2347 for additional information.



Christian writers group to meet

JACKSONVILLE — The newly formed Tyler chapter of inspirational Writers Alive! will meet at 6:30 p.m. July 29 at Tyler Christian Fellowship, located 3421 Old Jacksonville Hwy, just off Loop 323. All who are interested in learning about writing inspirational and/or Christian religious material are invited to attend.

Those joining in 2008 will be considered charter members.

All Christian denominations are welcome. This month bring three to five double-spaced typed pages of manuscript for "Read Around" (critique) Also include self addressed envelope to cover mail-back should one request a more formal critique by published writers.

For more info on IWA! contact Maxine at 903-795-3986 or Judith at 903-894-3586.

August 2 marks the 17th annual Texas Christian Writers Conference. It takes place at First Baptist Church in Houston. Contact Martha at marthalrogers@sbcglobal.net.

Eight speakers will hold workshops and author Don Aycock will be the keynote speaker.



Fibromyalgia group to meet

The Fibromyalgia Support Group will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday. The support group is designed for people that suffer from chronic illnesses such as Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and Lupus.

For more information, call 903-729-7505.



Diabetic support group to meet

The Diabetic Support Group meeting for July has been re-scheduled to 10 a.m. Thursday. Join Alicia Boles, R.N., with Guardian Angel Home Health Care as she presents information on Diabetes and Eye Care.

For more information, contact Palestine Resource Center for Independent Living, 421 Avenue A., Palestine, 903-729-7505, 1-888-326-5166 (toll-free long distance).



Free choral music at Southside

Free choral music is available at Southside Baptist Church.

The church is clearing music from its Music Library to make room for new choral selections; and is making the music pulled from the shelves available for “adoption” to churches in the area throughout the summer.

A list of available music may be obtained by calling the office at 903-729-6064 or by stopping by to pick one up. You also may just come by the office to see what is available and take some with you. There is no charge for this music.

“We only wish for it to be used for God’s glory,” a news release said. All music not taken will be stored at the end of the summer.



Shoot event benefit set for Allen

The Chicken Ranch Shotgun Sports will present the Rowdy Allen Benefit Shoot on Saturday.

Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the last shooter out will be 1:30 p.m. Proceeds from this shoot will be applied towards Allen’s medical expenses due to kidney failure.

Lunch will be available for $6. It is a catered by M& M Catering (Mike Bishop and Mark Wolf). Trophies will be presented after the shoot.

A Stoeger 2000 drawing will be held for $20 per ticket.

Lewis Class Scoring main event will be 50 Bird Sporting Clays for $50 per individual or $200 per team.

Four main team event, door prizes, Mulligan option for $10 ten extra shots with total broke added to score.

For more information call Rori Wilbanks at 979-676-1367.

Chicken Ranch Shotgun Sports is located at 19101 CR 4235 in Frankston. For more information, call 903-876-3291 or visit www.chicken-ranch.net.



Cell phone collection drive to help soldiers

More than 150,000 troops are serving overseas and are away from their families. Cell Phones for Soldiers and Palestine Resource Center are calling on all Americans to support our brave men and women by donating their unused cell phones.

Cell Phones for Soldiers hopes to collect over 50,000 cell phones to help keep troops connected with their families. The goal is to provide every US soldier with a way to call home for free.

The phones are sent to ReCellular and recycled for cash. ReCellular pays Cell Phones for Soldiers enough for each donated phone to provide an hour of talk time for our soldiers serving in the Middle East.

Palestine and surrounding area residents can support the collection drive by dropping off phones at PRCIL, 421 Avenue A, Palestine.

For more information, call PRCIL at 903-729-7505 or long distance at 1-888-326-5166.

        

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