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PAGE 12A — THE MADISON COUNTY (GA) JOURNAL, AUGUST 27. 2009 Table Talk Social News ROTARY CONSTRUCTS RAMP FOR SCARBORO Seven members of the Rotary Club of Madison County gath ered Thursday to construct an 18-foot ramp for John Scarboro, who recently fell and broke his leg and wrists. He is on a walker and wheelchair, and needed the ramp because he could not get up and down steps. Workers included: Bob Padilla, Artry Bishop, Jerry Bond, Bob Anderson, Ed Brown, Roy Gandy and James Adams. Hull Civic Club hears program on safety By O.P. Jones Hull Civic Club publicity chairman The Hull Civic Club met on Aug. 13 with 16 members present. The members enjoyed a delicious meal prior to the meeting. The blessing of the food was asked by Scott Jones and the meeting was called to order by club president Buddy Logan. Steve Browning opened the business meeting with prayer. The pledge to the flag was held by all members. President Logan introduced special speaker for the evening, veteran officer Doug Martin of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office, Martin spoke to the club about many aspects of safety, which included the safety issues that all need to follow to keep their homes safe, such as reporting all unusual vehicles in the neighborhood to the sheriff’s office. Martin also advised club members to be aware of mail, telephone and e-mail scams and held a helpful question and answer ses sion. The club appreciates him attending the meeting and sharing some very good infor mation. In new business, the club voted to give a love offering to Peggy Thrasher to help with hospital stay expenses. Club members also discussed adding handicap signs at the front of the building. A framed plaque with the club’s mission statement was presented to the club by O.P. and Paula Jones. The plaque was prepared by their son, Eric Jones. The mission of the club is to support the community with volunteerism and to promote the civic welfare of the community physically, spiritually and financially. New members are welcome at the next meeting on Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. at the Hull Civic Building. Anyone who is interested in renting the building should call Larry Hart, building and grounds chairman. Senior Center menu, activities for Aug. 31 - Sept. 4 The menu and activities for the Eloise McCurley Senior Center are as follows: •Monday - chicken pot pie, creamy mashed potatoes, broccoli cuts, wheat bread, mixed fruit and low-fat milk. Fitness/quilting/puzzles/games. •Tuesday - blended juice, lemon-peppered chicken leg, butter beans, peas and carrots, wheat bread, peanut butter cookie and low- fat milk. What’s happening UGA nutrition/fitness/games/cards. •Wednesday - sliced Italian beef sausage with tomatoes, peppers in sauce, white rice, Italian-blend vegetables, hot dog bun, peaches and low-fat milk. Fitness/movie and popcorn. •Thursday - BBQ pork riblet, seasoned black-eyed peas, mixed greens, hamburger bun, an orange and low-fat milk. Fitness/Reminiscent Corner/cards/games. •Friday - chopped steak with brown gravy, scalloped potatoes, mixed vegetables, corn muffin, whole wheat bread, applesauce and low-fat milk. Fitness/Odyssey Healthcare Bingo. Madison County Fair set for Sept. 29 - Oct. 3 The Madison County Fair is coming to town Sept. 29 - Oct. 3. “We hope this year will be the best fair that has ever come to Madison County,’’ organizers said. Applications for vendors are now being taken. “This is a great way to promote your business during these tough economic times,” organizers said. For more details or an application, call 706- 795-2747. No food vendors, organizers said. Large, low-pressure, cyclonic storm system of severe shoppers produces strong winds and heavy table talk By Susan Casey-Voytik Correspondent It seemed like a lazy Saturday at the Comer Farmers’ Market under the shade of the red and white roof until... suddenly, a stomi of shoppers descend ed like a hurricane. During the peaceful eye of the storm, vendors scurried in a fluny to batten down the hatches for the next wave of Table Talk. A gust of market-goers fizzled to a drizzle, and the remains of the day were caught in the folds of shopping bags. Every color of the rainbow was found in the produce that brightened the tables with its summer season spectrum. Dew-dropped freshly cut flowers, heirloom bulbs and robust transplants. A whirlwind of new pre pared items took the spotlight with fig- berry preserves, chocolate covered rice krispy bars, pecan basil pesto, sold-out banana bread, apple and peach fried pies and long-requested fresh coffee. Other sell-outs included fig-applesauce and lemon-blueberry loaf cakes; sour dough rounds and sweet Hawaiian rolls. Non-food items available at the CFM are heirloom quality handmade gifts of line art, historic reproductions, fragrant cleansing products, Christian accessories and useful things. Most popular was the return of Dan Harris and his world-class honey, most missed was Wolf Creek Trading Company and the best kept secret was fresh, flavorful, salt-free salad dress ing. SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES Massage therapy has become regu larly available at the CFM, and chari table organizations make profitable fundraising events. Artist demonstra tions are an inspirational connection to the heart of the market. Live music promoting audience participation is a crowd pleaser for all ages. The CFM is currently seeking to install a new board of directors and market coordinator. All positions are on a voluntary basis for dedicated, community-oriented applicants desir ing to achieve the highest standards of a quality experience for all participat ing in the CFM. Roll up your sleeves, be ready to get dirty and email dan@ comerfrn.com with your contact infor mation. FARMERS’ FEEDBACK Blowing in like a cyclone, industri ous Karenni (kah-ren’-nee) women, Plu Meh and Mu Cris, slung up tradi tional backstrap looms on a bamboo pole. Before you could say, 'We’re not in Kansas anymore,"’ lovely woven patterns had appeared. As a fiber-craft artist myself, I had never seen a finer hand-weave of such thin thread. Wanting a better life, Plu Meh, Mu Cris and families fled the refugee camps on the Thai-Burmese border and are currently sponsored by the Christian organization Jubilee Partners. Here they are given cultural orienta tion and taught survival English, which will enable them to better flow into American life. Christina Dyck of Jubilee Partners said,"’ The Karenni are moving to Atlanta among a like ethnic group. The purses and scarves they sell help pay expenses."’ Saturday August 29 will be Plu Meh and Mu Cris’ last visit to the CFM. Come admire their cultural display of talent and take home a unique, stunning souvenir. Caught in a stomi of dissatisfaction? Riding the waves of overpriced super markets? Find refuge under the red and white roof of the Comer Farmers’ Market where Table Talk is always wann and sunny. See you there! Susan Casey-Voytik provides the new for the Comer Fanners' Market. Out-of-countv notes Civil Air Patrol open house set for Aug. 31 The Jackson County Civil Air Patrol Composite Squadron, which includes members from Madison County, will hold an open house Monday, Aug. 31, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Jackson County squadron headquarters in the modular unit adjacent to the Jackson County Airport terminal. For more information, contact Lt. 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