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Page B4 Lake Oconee News Friday, May 5,2017 GREENE COUNTY BankSouth hosts community picnic to honor Greene County law enforcement BankSouth, Reynolds Lake Oconee and The Ritz-Carlton, Lake Oconee hosted a commu nity picnic on April 22 to honor and support all law enforcement officers of Greene County at BankSouth’s downtown Greens boro branch. More than 400 people were in attendance and the event raised approximately $40,000 for Geor gia Chapter of Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc. (GA-C.O.P.S.) and Greene County Safe and Secure. “It was an honor to host our second Law Enforcement Appre ciation Picnic and to give back to our local law enforcement and provide a fun and caring atmo sphere that these men, women and their families could enjoy,” said Harold Reynolds, chairman and CEO, BankSouth. “I want to thank the com munity for coming out to show their support and our wonderful employees for helping to make this event happen. In particular, business development officer, Sarah Peacock, went above and beyond to coordinate the event and actively engage the commu nity for sponsorships. It is great to see the level of participation and team work that this event created, and we look forward to continuing to host community events like this.” The donation checks will be presented to GA-C.O.P.S. and Greene County Safe and Secure at a separate event later this month. GA-C.O.P.S. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that serves as a support group for surviving families, friends and co-workers of law officers killed in the line of duty. Furthermore, GA-C.O.P.S. is a resource to law enforcement agencies whenever they experi ence a line of duty casualty. Greene County Safe and Secure is an organization that provides resources to Greene County and city police, EMS and firefighters. Most recently, they purchased bulletproof vests for the Greens boro officers and for the new canine for the County. Special thank you to our sponsors: Platinum • A2B Fulfillment • Acura & Volvo of Athens • AT&T • B&S Piping • BankSouth Mortgage • Basingame, Burch, Garrard, & Ashley, P.C. • Coca Cola • Coldwell Banker Lake Oconee Realty • Coldwell Banker Commercial Lake Country • Dock 103.9 • Georgia Power • Harold and Lesley Reynolds • James Hunter & Southern Pride Band • Juturna Water • Marguerite and Steve Petrie • Performance Food Group • Piedmont Water Gold • Askew Appliance • City of Greensboro • FIS Global • Gene & Cathy Kirby • Glasstech Services Inc. • Harbor Club • Lake Oconee Rental • Lakeside Church • Law Office of Russell W. Wall • Memory Lane Car Museum • Nelson Family • Piedmont Financial Partners GREENE COUNTY GREENE COUNTY Children’s theatre camp to be held at Festival Hall Do you have kids who are looking for something exciting and fun to do this summer? Are they inter ested in acting? This summer will mark the third year that Festival Hall hosts the Missoula Children’s Theatre (MCT) summer camp in Greens boro. The camp is scheduled for the week of June 26 through July 1 and will provide an exceptional theatrical experience for area campers ranging from rising first graders to high school seniors. Camp will last from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day at Festival Hall for the MCT production of “Jack and the Beanstalk.” The MCT touring productions are complete with costumes, scenery, props and makeup. MCT Tour Actor/Directors will conduct the camp and rehearsals throughout the week and end with a 3:00 p.m. Saturday matinee of the production. “We are excited to again offer this extraordinary opportunity to the children of the Lake Oconee area,” said Becky Cronic, Festi val Hall director. “This is a wonderful learning expe rience for students to see what it takes to put on an actual production.” Space for the camp is limited to 60 campers. Registration is now open. For registration fees and to register visit the website at www.FestivalHallga. com. You may also contact Becky Cronic at Festival Hall at 762-243-8022. GETOUTTATHE HAMSTER WHEEL Jump behind the wheel and get your wheels going somewhere Don't sit back and spin your wheels aimlessly. Drive your truck, your career and your life forward with purpose as a respected member of the Schneider team. Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty welcomes new agent DeRenn Bell DeRenn Bell joins the Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty team as a licensed REALTOR® for residential properties. She is a lifetime member of the Million Dol lar Club® and had been a top producer throughout her entire career. “DeRenn’s steadfast attitude coupled with her values of professionalism, ethics and integrity make her an excellent contri bution to our Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty team,” said Jennifer Var- nadoe, sales manager. “We are delighted that she has decided to call Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty home.” DeRenn transferred her license from Keller Wil liams Lake Oconee, and prior to her 17-year-long career in real estate, she was a teacher and a regis tered nurse at St. Mary’s Hospital. Bell was the Director of Nursing Edu cation at St. Mary’s for over six years. Bell is a hard-worker and has been extensively involved in board and MLS systems. In joining the Coldwell Banker team, she will have access to multiple platforms for advertising, marketing and property research. DeRenn has recently moved back to Ath ens and is very familiar with the Greater Athens area. Contact DeRenn Bell Coldwell Banker Upchurch Realty 2405 West Broad Street, Ste.150 Athens, GA 30606 Office: 706-543-4000 Mobile: 706-540-8006 Email: derenn4@gmail. com DeRenn Bell GREENE COUNTY GWG welcomes Savannah member The Greensboro Writers Guild recently welcomed dear friend and now Savannah member, Lou Jones, back to the circle at their weekly meet ing. Jones was visiting here in Lake Country and came by to give the group a reading from his recently published book of poems, After the Blast. He then told fellow members of his publishing experience and the services and people involved in bringing one’s work to print. Before taking his leave, he generously gifted GWG with the monies from his autographed “After the Blast” book sales at the meeting. - Submitted by Judy Stultz Writer/ poet, Lou Jones visits with GWG group leaders Kathy Wright, Barb Griffiths and Linda Wagner. Contributed MORGAN COUNTY SCHNEIDER Get traction in your career JAKES day planned at Charlie Elliott Wildlife Center schneiderjobs.com 800-44-PRIDE ft © @ Come get “wild” at a free Wildlife Center near Man- outdoor fun day celebrating sfield, Georgia, sched- the 21st annual J.A.K.E.S. uled from 10 a.m. to 2 DAY at the Charlie Elliott p.m. on Saturday, May 20. presents Glenn Miller Orchestra With its unique jazz sound, the Glenn Miller Orchestra is considered to be one of the greatest bands of all time. THURSDAY MAY 18, 2017 | 7 p.m. Georgia Military College Goldstein Center for the Performing Arts 325 S. Elbert St., Milledgeville General Admission: $20 | Student (with ID): $5 For tickets, contact the Office of College Relations: 478-387-0230 or purchase online: pasgmc.com/springconcert Free admission includes an array of activities that focus on Georgia wildlife, conservation and outdoor recreational opportuni ties. Kids can try archery, fishing, shooting sports, tree climbing and mini-boat rides led by Georgia Depart ment of Natural Resources’ conservation rangers. Live animal presenta tions, face painting, solar viewing with the Charlie Elliott Astronomy club and exhibitors displaying wild- life-themed booths add to the festivities. New activities this year include nature crafts, nature story-telling with Jonah McDonald (www. jonahmcdonald.com) and author Duncan Dobie signing copies of his book “Arthur Woody and the Leg end of the Barefoot Ranger,” about U.S. Forest Ranger Arthur Woody (the ranger that helped re-introduce whitetail deer in Georgia). The first 500 kids receive a free hot dog lunch (adults can eat for a nominal fee), thanks to sponsors of the event, the Wildlife Resources Division and the Georgia Chapter of the National Wild Turkey Fed eration. Before you leave the Charlie Elliott property, be sure to stop by the Visitors’ Center to tour the museum and take advantage of spe cial sales in the gift shop. To get to CEWC, take 1-20 to Exit 98. Travel south on Highway 11, go through Mansfield and continue three miles south to the entrance at Marben Farm Road on the left. Then fol low the signs to the Discov ery Area. This event will be held rain or shine. T ■ -Mobile Sr- 2 ) | INF<^100 MO . LIIMCO 1 W WWITMAUTOPAY If 1 UNLIMITED DATA TAXES & FEES INCLUDED 71 Activate HD at no cost for HD video. Top 3% of data users (>28GB/mo) may notice reduced speeds. 1 i V CALL NOW 1-844-500-8709 ) Sales tax & regulatory fees included in mo. service price; call T-Mobile for details.
