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THE MADISON COUNTY (GA) JOURNAL. AUGUST 6. 2009 — PAGE 9A Social News Brain minding through puppets Madison County Pilots recently contributed supplies and entertained children at the annual “Madison County Back to School Drive” party. Shown are Linda Thompson, Patsy Dudley, Betty Sartain and Joyce Fleeman with BrainMinder Puppets. The BrainMinders Puppet Show stresses the importance of protecting the brain by wearing helmets for bicycle and skate board riding and being careful in other types of play. BILL AND ARLENE WOOD CELEBRATE 50 YEARS OF MARRIAGE The Rev. and Mrs. Bill Wood, Hull, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary Friday, July 24. Bill and Arlene were united in marriage July 24, 1959 in Cordele at First United Methodist Church. The couple has two children: Teresa Davis (Dan), who reside in Homerville; and Steve Wood (Kim) who reside in Cullman, Ala. They also have three grandchildren; the late Matt Pennington , Hahira; Ryan Pennington, Statesboro; and Caleb Wood, Cullman, Ala. Mr. Wood retired as pastor of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in 2002 and Mrs. Wood retired as financial assistant at First Baptist Church of Athens in 2008. Bands, barbecue set for Adam Coker benefit Aug. 8 “Three Bands for Adam,” a fund-raiser for recent wreck victim Adam Coker, will be held at the Comer Fairgrounds on Saturday, Aug. 8, with gates opening at 5 p.m. In addition, chicken barbecue plates will be sold prior to and during the benefit for $7 per plate. Plates will be sold between 3 and 4 p.m. before the benefit begins. The Josh Daniel Band will perform from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. followed by Down South, who will perform from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., with the Bobby Compton Band performing from 9 to 10:30 p.m. A $5 minimum donation is required for admission. Kids 12- and-under will be admitted free. Adam Coker is the son of Dale and Gina Coker, Comer. Adam was injured in an accident on April 27 while he and Tyler Williams were on their way to school. He was severely injured and in the hospital for three and a half weeks and is still in physical therapy. Call 706-783-5350 to pre-order barbecue plates. Annual Crow family reunion set for Aug. 8 The annual Crow family reunion is set for 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 8, at the Jones Chapel Family Life Center on Hwy. 29 across from Zeb’s Bar-B-Q. Descendents of Christopher Willis Crow are May Ann McGarity Crow; Bill and Ella Crow; Pat and Tish Crow; Bud and Bell Crow; Laura and Benson Crow; Charlie and Sally Crow; Claud Crow; Cornelia (Nellie) and Callaway Maxwell; Matie (Mat) and Bud Rice; Octavia (Tave) and Milton J. Davis; Emma and Bud Martin; Lula and John Sexton; Mollie and Mel Sexton; Maude and Will Harwell; and Jessie Lee and George Sartain. All relatives and friends are invited to come and share in “a day of fun and fellowship with kinfolks,” according to organizers. Family members are asked to bring their favorite food and drink. All paper supplies will be provided. Those attending are also asked to bring family pictures and Founder’s Corner by Buhl Cummings SUMMER...ACS has been a busy place this summer. We have shown many new families through the school and athletic facilities, and we praise the Lord for the enrollment of a good number of new students. Our athletes are making extensive use of the weight room. The youth football program (ages 5-12) is underway as well. There is an interesting verse about summer in the Bible, "...the summer is ended and we are not saved” (Jeremiah 8:20). I hope that is not true in your life. Jesus is knocking at your heart's door and wants to come in and save you; but you must invite Him in. Do it NOW! ATHENS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL “Affordable Quality Education Since 1970” K3-12TH CALL (706) 549-7586 www.athenschristian.com What’s happening any other information. Hunsinger reunion set for Aug. 9 The descendents of the Amanda Anderson and Dewey Hunsinger family will hold their annual reunion beginning at 8 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 9, at Singing Pines, on Lake Hartwell (off Hwy. 29 in South Carolina). Bring a chair and covered dish, organizers said. Call 706-783-5065 for more information. Senior Center menu, activities set for Aug. 10-14 The Eloise McCurley Senior Center has announced its lunch menu and activities for Monday, Aug. 10, through Friday, Aug. 14. Monday - broiled chicken leg quarter with gravy, carrot cuts, seasoned spinach, wheat bread, fruit cocktail and low-fat milk. Fitness/quilting/puzzles/Beauty shop with Nancy Goss. Tuesday - blended fruit juice, Salisbury steak with mushroom gravy, mashed potatoes. Harvard beets, combread, oatmeal raisin cookie and low-fat milk. Fitness/cards/Wii bowling tournament Wednesday - breaded fish filet, stewed tomatoes and okra, green peas, hamburger bun, tartar sauce, peaches and low-fat milk. Fitness/quilting/puzzles/games. Thursday - breaded chicken breast patty, mixed vegetables, broccoli cuts, wheat bread, an apple and low-fat milk. ARMC exercise and blood pressure check/cards Friday - chopped barbecue beef, coleslaw, succotash, hamburger bun, an orange and low-fat milk. Fitness/United Hospice crafts. Burden, Jordan, White reunion set for Aug. 15 A reunion of descendants of the Burden, Jordan, and White families of Elbert, Hart, and Franklin counties will be held Saturday, Aug. 15, at 10 a.m. at the Bowman Community Center, 209 East Railroad Street. Participants are asked to bring pictures, family pedigree charts, flash drives, CDs and family mementos. Those attending are also asked to bring covered dishes. Plates, utensils, napkins, cups, ice, and drinks will be provided. For more information, contact Janice Browning at 706-742-7022 or jbrownin@uga.edu Nabors famly reunion set for Aug. 16 The descendents of James Oscar Nabors will hold their annual reunion on Sunday, Aug. 16, at the First United Methodist Church, 188 Martin Street, Jefferson. Family and friends are asked to bring food and drink for lunch, which will follow the morning service, organizers said. All paper products and ice will be provided by the children of Oscar Nabors. “Come and fellowship with us during church services and have lunch with us afterwards,” organizers said. Lutz family benefit set for Aug. 22 A benefit is being organized for former sheriff's deputy, Sergeant Tom Lutz, and his wife, Leah, of Danielsville, to help alleviate some of the financial burdens they are facing due to health problems, according to organizers. Recently, Sgt. Lutz was diagnosed with a lung disease as a result of chemical exposure while serving the Gulf War. According to a press release, his doctors said his only option for a full recovery is a lung transplant. Lutz has been forced to apply for disability, is unable to work and is left with a barrage of medical treatments, medications ' ^ In Loving Memory SYLVIA M. COCHRAN 12/3/56-8/1/08 The love that we shared The things that we did, This makes us thankful That God gave us you... Love, Your Family V, and constant medical expenses, the release said. “This diagnosis has put a severe strain on the Lutz family and has overwhelmed them both financially and emotionally,” the release said. Mrs. Lutz was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, a disabling neurological disease, in 2003. The disease has progressed over the last six years, leaving her with limited mobility. “Even through the difficult treatments, along with the painful and debilitating effects of MS, she has taken care of her household and continues to volunteer for different causes," benefit organizers said. “She has been a constant advocate for the citizens of this county as well as others.” Annual Kirk reunion set for Aug. 23 The annual Kirk family reunion will be held Sunday, Aug. 23, at the Danielsville Volunteer Fire Department, beginning at 11 a.m. The fire hall is located just off the old courthouse square in Danielsville. “Please bring a well-stocked basket of your favorite food and drink (iced tea will be furnished)," organizers said. All utensils, cups, and plates and ice will be available at the fire hall. “Be sure to bring family pictures and other articles of interest to share with everyone,” organizers added. For more information or directions, call Brian Kirk at 706-795-3460 or 706-540-8290 (cell). DUDLEYS CELEBRATE 50 YEARS The children of Roger and Elaine Adams Dudley, Danielsville, have planned a 50 th anniversary reception for their parents on Aug. 16, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Gathering Place, Hwy. 174 Salem Road (between the bridges on Hwy. 29 North) in Franklin County/Sandy Cross community). Light refreshments will be served. Organizers request no gifts. For directions, call June Baker at 706-207-7309. Out-of-countv notes Gar and bike show benefit set for Aug. 29 A car and motorcycle show is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 29, from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Varsity, 1000 West Broad Street, in Athens to benefit "Friends of Advantage," a support group for people with mental illness, developmental disabilities or addictions. Registration is $10 and all vehicles are welcome, organizers said. Cruzin' to the Oldies with Tommy Landrum, a “50/50,” door prizes and vendors will also be featured. The event is presented by Buster’s Appliances of Danielsville. For more information, call Tammy Dalton at 706-296-8086, Terry Dalton at 706-614-6143 or Lisa Lee at 706-201-6724. Call 706-795-2567 to subscribe to The Journal. ACE HARDWARE & LAWNMOWER SERVICE Proudly Serving Northeast Georgia For 18 Years Master Your Great Outdoors With Professionally Proven Outdoor Equipment We Carry Parts & Service Most Brands Of Power Equipment Pick-Up & Delivery Available IT’S THAT EASY. MICHAEL E. BEASLEY, CPA TAX AND FINANCIAL SERVICES 706-795-3939 LANDSCAPING & HORSE ARENAS • RIVER SAND • TOP SOIL • RIVER ROCK • WHITE SAND • FILL DIRT •PEA GRAVEL WILLIAMS SAND 770-967-6501 OR 706-789-3779 Danielsville, GA • www.williamstransportco.com Highway 106 to Jot-em Down Rd. to Young Harris Road to Serenity Lane 706-788-2878 • 706-788-3319 6145 Hwy. 72, West Colbert, Ga. 30628 www.colbertacehardware.com ‘TfcactiMM ScAaal *D<z(tce 6£ (Joaier C \ Dance, Dance, Dance!! 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