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EVENTS from 7A The Republican Women of Forsyth County ... will have its "Spring Samplings," a wine tasting event on Saturday, May 1, at 7 p.m. at the Polo Golf and Country Club. Tickets are $25 per person and will include a wide variety of wines for sam pling. heavy hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction of republican memorabilia and musical entertainment. Come meet local and statewide elected officials. All proceeds will support the projects and pro grams run by the Republican Women of Forsyth County and also to energize the com munity in support of the Bush- Cheney campaign in Georgia. For information, call Carol Tunstall at (770) 205-3252 or Katie McClain at (678) 513- 4634. Broadway ... is coming to Dawsonville. North Georgia will be treated to a special evening of musical theater on May 1, when the Dawson Community Chorale and the NGCSU Madrigal Singers will present their spring con cert "A Night on Broadway.” The concert will feature selec tions from shows such as "Show Boat," "Fiddler on the Roof," "Phantom of the Opera." “Les Miserables,” and many other popular Broadway musicals. The concert will be under the direction of Dr. Lee G. Barrow. and accompanist of Mrs. Tricia Wester. The concert will be at 7:30 p.m. in the main sanctuary of Dawsonville First Baptist Church on Hwy. 9 North. Admission is free; donations are encouraged. South Forsyth High School Theatre ... will present the follow ing programs: On May 6 there will be a one act on “Jake’s Women” and "All In The Timing." On May 7 there will be a one act on "Agnes of God" and "You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown." On May 8 there will be a one act on "The Complete History of America" and "You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown." * All performances are at the SFHS Performing Arts Center, 585 Peachtree Pkwy, in Cumming. For ticket reserva tions. call (770) 781-2264, Ext. 741. “Let Freedom Ring" ... a National Day of Prayer Walk will be May 6 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. beginning at the Mount Pisgah United Methodist Church. 2850 Old Alabama Rd.. Alpharetta, at the sanctuary/north Campus. Walk the Newtown/Alpharetta Community. Prayers for America, unity of churches, schools, assisted living. Red Get Ice Cold Central Air for About sl4 a Week Wouldn't it be great to have a new. ice-cold Trane air conditioning system in your home? That’s good - Because this is a perfect time to get it! Each month, your old air conditioner “steals'* energy dollars from you. A new system may cut 30% off your energy bills. What's that promise? Many companies “talk" energy savings, but won’t guarantee it. Why? 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We wel come you to dress comfort ably and use patriotic attire. For information, call Debbie Holland at (678) 336- 3232 or dholland@mountpis gah.org. Walk for Life ... Whispering Hope Women’s Resource and Pregnancy Center's inaugural Walk For Life. Saturday. May 8. Registration will begin at 9 a.m. with the walk at 10 a.m. During that hour one of the mothers will give her personal testimony. The walk route will loop around the facility at 133 Samaritan Dr. in Cumming. We invite you to take a tour of the center fol lowing the walk. Whispering Hope offers compassionate, confidential counseling and support services to women in the community facing unwant ed or unexpected pregnancy. This year's Walk For Life will help raise the necessary fund ing to continue providing our services free of charge to those in our community. Special prizes will be awarded for the two walkers in the fol lowing age groups who raise the most funding: adult, teen and child. Pledge forms are now available, for more infor mation call Pam ALBawab at (770)639-1201. Auditions ... for “Father of the Bride" will be Saturday. May 8, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sunday, May 9 from 1-3 p.m. Callbacks will be May 9 from 3-4 p.m. CATCo’s auditions w ill be at Creekside Church. 673 Peachtree Pkwy, in Cumming, and will consist of a cold reading, monologues are optional. Appointments accepted but not required. All roles are non-equity and non-paid. Needed are 8-10 males early teens to 80's; 6-10 females late teens to 80’s. Show dates are July 16-Aug. 8. For information, visit w ww.catcoproductions.org or to schedule an audition appointment contact jegold ston@yahoo.com or (770) 844-1412. Golf tournament ... Grayson's Gift Inc. inau gural golf tournament will be May 10 at the Hampton Golf Village Club. Shot gun start is at 2:30 p.m. The entry fee is SIOO per person, including green fees, cart and awards We don't think that’s fair. 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Fundraiser ... the 10th annual American Legion Post 307 Barbecue Sandwich Take Out will be Saturday, May 15, in the Wal-Mart parking lot at Market Place Boulevard from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or until the food runs out. The plate includes a sandwich, pickles, chips and al2 ounce bever age. Proceeds will benefit vet erans and the community. Pippin ... The Holly Theatre Company in Dahlonega, Georgia, 45 minutes north of Atlanta will present Pippin in conjunction with the Dahlonega Arts Council this August. Auditions for all roles will take place Saturday, May 22, from 12 p.m, - 6 p.m. at the Old Cannery (Dahlonega Arts Council Facility) in Dahlonega. Please prepare one up-tempo song. An accompa nist will be provided. Also, please prepare for a movement audition and some cold read ings from the script. Valerie West- Director. Please call the Holly Theater to schedule an appointment time at 706-864- 3759. The Forsyth County Family YMCA ... offers a summer day camp for kids at Eagle Point on Lake Lanier from 9 a m. to 4 p.m. May 31-Aug. 6 for ages 5-12. Extended care available as early as 7 a.m. and after camp until 6:30 p.m. Transportation is available throughout Forsyth County. Two-week sessions are avail able for $225 per session. YMCA Eagle Point Day Camp, located on Lake Lanier off exit 15 on Ga. 400, offers a rustic environment for chil dren to experience summer camp in a setting unlike any other in Forsyth County. The YMCA provides a safe, wholesome environment for campers of all ages. We offer the most traditional day camp experience with age appropri ate activities such as: tubing, canoeing, archery, arts and crafts, fishing, nature activi ties. supervised swimming, group games and more. Each camp program provides quali ty leadership and instruction in a supervised setting. The YMCA prides itself on creat ing a positive, fun and exciting environment for each child to grow physically, mentally, socially and spiritually so they may reach their greatest god given potential while empha sizing the core values of car ing, honesty, respect and responsibility. Call the Forsyth County Family YMCA at (770) 888- 2788 for availability based on Forsyth County News J Your Hometown Paper Suur 190 H J ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE The Forsyth County News is currently seeking a goal oriented Account Executive to join our growing Advertising Department. Individual must have excellent organizational skills and possess prior outside sales experience, prefer ably in advertising or related field. Must have ability to service existing accounts while focus ing on new business development and work in a deadline oriented environment. FCN offers a pleasant work environment, excellent growth opportunity, competitive com pensation and benefits. For consideration on this position, please fax resume to: Marti Barnes, Advertising Director, 770-844-9779 Or Mail To: 302 Veteran Memorial Blvd. Cumming, GA. 30040 or email to: marti@forsythnews.com No phone calls, please. EOE age group. We will accept reg istrations until sessions are full. Financial assistance is available based on need. A $25 deposit per session is required. We are hiring enthu siastic, motivated and respon sible individuals ages 18 and older who can be committed to having a fun and exciting summer being a positive role model while creating positive experiences for children. Summer Theatre Camps ... for ages 8-14 register ing now. Join the CATCo kids company and explore the many areas of theatre in a weeklong camp. Choose half day or full day. Theatre 101, will be June 14-18 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Theatre 201, will be July 26-30, from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more informa tion, visit www.catcoproduc tions.org or call (770) 844- 1412 CATCo spotlight semi nars workshop training on everything theatre on select Saturdays throughout the year on www.catcoproductions.org or join the mailing list for information hot off the CATCo press. Sounds of Sawnee Community Band ... will have a Mother's Day concert on Sunday, May 9, at 3 p.m. at the Sawnee Cultural Arts Center, 1090 Tribble Gap Rd. in Cumming. Selections will include every thing from symphonic and classical numbers to Broadway showtunes, ragtime and jazz. A very special fea ture will be "St. Louis Blues,” a tribute to the mother of Music Director, Alice Lewise Bryan. "Mom enjoyed the piece so much and wanted to hear the band play it that she bought the music and donated it to the band." Plan to bring Mom for this special afternoon performance in addition to taking her out for dinner to celebrate Mother’s Day. All ladies will be honored with a long stemmed rose and a reception following the concert. Admission is free. Relay for Life 2004 ... you and your family are invited to the huge Community Spend the Night Party and Celebration of Life Party sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Teams from churches, schools, businesses and civic groups spend the night raising money to fight cancer. There will be plenty of food, games, family activities, music and other entertainment. It will be at the Cumming Fairgrounds on Friday, May 14 beginning at 6 p.m. and will end Saturday, May 15, at 7:30 a.m. Sponsors are needed for the Relay T-shirt. There will be a sit-down dinner for all survivors and their guest along with a Victory Lap walked by the survivors. Luminaries can be FORSYTH COUNTY NtW> - Wdwxtoy, April 24, 2004 -1 purchased in honor of sur vivors and in memory of our loved ones we have lost to this disease. To register your team, sign up for the survivor walk and dinner, purchase luminaries or to be a sponsor, call Tonya Kelley at (770) 781-8445, Hilary Wallace at (770) 844- 7312 or Chris/Diana Buntin at (770) 889-9704. Class reunion ... The Forsyth County High School, Class of 1974, will have its 30-year reunion June 12 at the Gold Creek Resort in Dawsonville. Efforts are being made to locate all alumni. For information, call Elaine Thomas at (678) 714- 4028 or etthomas@bellsouth .net or Andy Holbrook at (678)648-3202 or alhl9s6@msn.com. Summer Horse Camp ... Tek Marciniak’s Junior Summer Horse Camp will be June 12-13 at the North Wind Equestrian Center in Cumming. Junior camp will be for ages 11-17. Your child will build confidence and an unforgettable bond with his/her horse. Tek Marciniak trains mounted police units worldwide. He is a supporter of the rescue and is helping horses and children become the best they can be with his unique approach. For information, call Deborah Andrews at (770) 855-6225 or visit the Web site at www.SaveTheHorses.org. Swinging for a Cure ... the 2004 North Metro golf tournament will be at the Crooked Creek on Monday, June 14. The number of teams participating is limited, so make your reservation soon. You can participate by having a team play, being a sponsor, donating a silent auction or raffle item, volunteer the day of the tournament, or donate an item for the goodie bag. For registration forms, spon sorship packages and more information about the 2004 North Metro Tournament at Crooked Creek Golf Club, contact Tournament Chairs Ben Ray at (770) 781-5192 or Lou Lewis at (770) 888-4296. ATTENTION ADELPHIA CABLE w COMMUNICATIONS CUSTOMERS IN BARTOW, CHEROKEE AND FORSYTH COUNTY, GEORGIA: On or about May 1. 2004, Adelphia Cable customers living in Bartow. Cherokee and Forsyth counties will receive a new HDTV channel lineup. The following channels will be added: HDTV’ - Channel 761 HDNET Movies - Channel 762 Please note: In order to view these channels, you will need a High-Definition TV and a HD converter, available for $7.95 a month. Worship at Lake Lanier Sundays, 9 AM May 2 through September 5 at Bald Ridge Marina Chapel Join us for an informal worship service of prayer, music with mes sage brought by the Cumming First United Methodist Church Ministerial Staff Don’t forget to dress for the weather! For more information, pleare call (770) 887-2900 Tek Marciniak’s Mounted Police Training ... for civilians will be May 1-2 at the North Wind Equestrian Center in Cumming. Build confidence in yourself and your horse. All horse riders welcome. Tek is an international trainer of mounted police units who will help you and your horse over come obstacles like shying. The horse will be more confi dent and so will the rider. Spectators welcome. Call now to preregister. For information, call Deborah Andrews at (770) 855-6225 or visit the Web site at www.SaveTheHorses.org. No Longer Bound golf tournament ... the ninth annual Round 4 Bound charity golf tourna ment will be May 10 at the Reunion Golf Club in Hoschton. Registration will be 9:30-11 a.m. If a player needs to join up with a four some, No Longer Bound will team the player with other players. After registration, golf events will consist of use of driving range, putting con test, deli buffet and the shot gun start/scramble will be at noon. Registration includes a packet of gifts, prizes, after play dinner buffet, snacks and beverages, nearest to the pin and longest drive contests and a new 2004 automobile for a hole in one. For information, call (770)886-7873. Sawnee Cultural Arts Center ... will offer the following winter events: • “Lewis Grizzard: In His Own Words" presented by Springer Opera House will be Friday, May 7, at 8 p.m. Advance tickets are S2O. • Home and Garden Showcase will be Saturday, May 8, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. There will be door prizes, a raffle, demon strations and samples. Admission and complimenta ry raffle entry is $2. • Sounds of Sawnee Community Band will be in concert on Sunday, May 9, at 3 p.m. Admission is free. Donations are accepted. PAGE 9A