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About Jackson herald. (Jefferson, Jackson County, Ga.) 1881-current | View Entire Issue (May 31, 2023)
WEDNESDAY, MAY 31, 2023 THE JACKSON HERALD PAGE 3A American Legion Post 56 holds annual Memorial Day event The color guard for Jefferson’s American Legion Post 56 presents the flag during the group’s Memorial Day event. Jefferson American Legion Post 56 Commander Joe Ruttar (standing) opens the program for the group’s annual Memorial Day remembrance service on Monday. James Taylor tribute part of Maysville’s Memorial Day weekend celebration Photos by Hannah Caudell Matthew Kahler sings one of James Taylor’s hits during the Maysville Memo rial Day Weekend Celebration. Kahler is the lead vocalist of the James Taylor Tribute band. Other band members include: Gerry Hansen, drums; Lee Davis, piano; Michael Steele, bass; and Jody Worrell, electric guitar. Lee Davis supports the band on the keyboard and piano during the evening concert. Community calendar COMMERCE DANCERS TO PRESENT ‘AN EVENING OF MUSIC AND DANCE’ Commerce School of Dance Senior Company members will put on “An Eve ning of Music and Dance” on Saturday, June 3, at 7 p.m. at the Commerce Cul tural Arts Center. Live music by Sally Stites, Jim Crow and David Court will be performed in between dance pieces. Dancers will per form to the music of artists as diverse as Benny Goodman, Michael Jackson, Patsy Cline, the rock band U2 and clas sical composer, Cesare Pugni. Graduat ing high school senior Addie Mitcham will perform to Natalie Cole’s version of “Both Sides Now” with guest artist Tim Kolman of The Georgia Ballet. All proceeds from this event bene fit The Boys and Girls Club of Jackson County. Tickets are $15 and are available at the door the day of the show. The cultural center is located at 232 Cherry St.. Commerce. JACKSON COUNTY JAMBOREE COMING UP JUNE 3 The next Jackson County Jambo ree will be held Saturday, June 3, at the Jackson County Historical Courthouse, Doors open at 7 p.m. and the music starts at 7:30 p.m. This show features Gypsy jazz band, The Bones of Saint Michael, and acoustic Americana band. Pickled Holler. The historic courthouse is located at 85 Washington Street. BEE REMOVAL CLASS SET IN JEFFERSON Honey Bee Removal Training will be hosted in June at the Jackson County Ex tension Office located at 255 Curtis H. Spence Drive, Jefferson. This training will be focused on those interested in being Georgia Department of Agriculture Certified in the removal of Honey Bees in structures (homes, busi nesses. schools, etc.). The course will take place on June 8, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.) The cost will be $10, which includes snacks and drinks. Registration is re quired. Call 706-367-6344 or email ugel 157@uga.edu to register. BRASELTON VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION SET FOR JUNE 10 The new Braselton B-team volunteer organization will hold orientation on June 10 at 8:30 a.m. at the Braselton Po lice and Municipal Court building locat ed at 5040 Hwy. 53. Those interested in joining the organi zation are asked to: •complete the volunteer registration form at https://braselton.formstack.com/ forms/volunteer_application Graduating high school senior Ad die Mitcham will perform to Natalie Cole’s version of “Both Sides Now” with guest artist Tim Kolman of The Georgia Ballet during the Com merce School of Dance’s “Evening of Music and Dance” on June 3 at the Commerce Cultural Center. •attend the June 10 new volunteer orien tation session on June 10. RSVP by email ing Amy Pinnell at apinnell@braselton. net •schedule a free history tour (details will be emailed once registration received) According to a press release from the town, B-Team members assist with Town of Braselton events, projects and promo tions. Members will serve as ambassadors during large events and work behind the scenes with staff and other community leaders and organizers. JEFFERSON’S FREEDOM FESTIVAL COMING UP JUNE 24 Jefferson’s Freedom Festival will be held June 24 from 5-10 p.m. in downtown. The popular event features fireworks, music, games, vendors and food. Wrestling at Southern on the road be gins at 5 p.m. The American Flyers Band will perform from 7 p.m. until dusk. Fire works begin at dark. For updates, visit cityofjeffersonga.com or visit the Mainstreet Jefferson Facebook page. COMMERCE TO HOST SUMMER IN THE CITY Commerce will host Summer in the City on June 30 with music and fireworks. The movie “Jaws” will be screened on June 30 at 10 a.m. at the Cultural Center. Attendees will get a pass to the pool for the day, which can be used from 1-5 p.m. Back In Time Band will perform at the Summer in the City event, starting at 6 p.m. at Spencer Park. A fireworks show will be held around 9:30 p.m. Keep up-to-date with the details on the Commerce Main Street Facebook page. Church happenings GALILEE PLANS VBX NIGHTS Galilee Church is hosting its VBX Nights on Wednesdays in June. This year’s theme is “Ready, Set, Move.” Kids from kindergarten through 6th grade are invited to attend the program, which will be held Wednesday nights be ginning June 7 from 6-8 p.m. Register at galilee.org. WARREN CHAPEL TO HOST CHICKEN-QUE Warren Chapel United Methodist Church will have a chicken-que on Friday, June 9, and Saturday, June 10. The church will sell chicken and rib plates, along with homemade Brunswick stew. Hours are from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Warren Chapel is located at 468 Homer Road, Commerce. LIVING FREE MINISTRY PLANS YARD SALE, FOOD SALE Living Free Ministry will host a yard sale and food sale on Saturday, June 3, beginning at 8 a.m. The event will benefit the building fund project. It will be held at the church, located at 11355 Commerce Road, Athens. BETHANY UMC PLANS VBS Bethany United Methodist Church will host its “On the Case” Vacation Bible School on June 4-7 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Register online under the “events” tab at bethanychurchjefferson.com Bethany UMC is located at 4659 Brock ton Rd., Jefferson. CHURCH PAGE SPONSORS [*77771 ... Worship regularly at the church of your choice! Bonco Realty “Let Bonco Realty work for you ” Phone & FAX (706) 367-HOME 1-800-442-6626 AUTO SERVICE CENTER" 803 Lee Street • Jefferson, GA 30549 Phone: 706-367-4182 • Fax: 706-367-2023 Car Problems? 706-367-1400 We’re there when you need us! Lube Oil & Filter Specials TRINITY TIRE and AUTO 1810 Washington Street, Jefferson, GA ARMOUR 1 RAPID’ PLUMBING I ROOTER HMHUHa I J IWHtWW» I 543-9850 U®| 543-1234 Plumbing & Septic Service Gary H. 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