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THE MADISON COUNTY (GA) JOURNAL. OCTOBER 22, 2009 — PAGE 9A Social News What’s happening Adams benefit set for Saturday in Daniels ville There will be a Travis Adams benefit on Saturday, Oct. 24, to help him and his family with medical and other expenses. A car, truck and motorcycle show will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ($10 registration fee) in Madison County Memorial Park in Danielsville. A poker run will be held from 10 a.m. to noon (registration fee $10). Registration for the poker run will be held at AC Auto. Hwy. 29 in Hull, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Live music will be furnished by the Bobby Compton Band and concessions will be available. Awards will go to the top ten cars and the top five truck and bikes, organizers said. Adams was severely injured in an accident at the river on his 34 th birthday, June 17, 2009, and was paralyzed from the neck down. He was Life-Flighted to Grady Memorial Hospital where he has undergone surgery for a broken neck, according to a press release. He is expected to leave Grady soon for Shepherd Rehabilitation Center. The family has no insurance and faces mounting medical bills and other expenses, the press release stated. Contact Buddy at 706-202-1705 or Buzz at 706-296-7803 for more information. All proceeds from this event will go to the family, organizers said. A fund has also been set up at BB&T Bank branches in Danielsville, Hull and Athens, under the name Bonds Marine Sales Travis Adams Fund. Red Hatters hosting blood drive The Scarlett O’Hatters and Magnolia Belles chapters of the Classic City Region of the Red Hat Society are hosting a blood drive at the Athens Donor Center throughout October. The blood drive is in honor of Marie Sparks, a Danielsville member who was recently diagnosed with stage IV bone cancer. On Sept. 25, several members kicked off the blood drive by donating blood themselves. The Athens Donor Center, located at 3525 Atlanta Hwy (at Timothy Road, in the Academy Sports shopping Center), is open for blood and platelet donations on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays from noon until 7 p.m. and on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. “Call 706-546-0681 ext. 233 to schedule an appointment to save a life,” organizers said. “The need is constant. The gratification is instant. Give blood.” SCV to meet Oct. 26 The Madison County Greys, Camp 1526, Sons of Confederate Veterans will meet Monday, Oct. 26, at 7:30 p.m. in the Community Room of First Madison Bank in Colbert. The public is invited. “The program will be the surprising history of the Confederate Battle Flag,” organizers said. The Sons of Confederate Veterans is fraternal, historic and honor society made up of descendents of Confederate Veterans. Membership is available to all eligible men age 12 and up. Contact Adjutant Frank Gillispie at 706-540-0120 or visit the group’s web page at http://frankgillispie. com/SCVcampl526 Relay meeting set for Oct. 26 A planning meeting for the 2010 Madison County Relay for Life will be held Monday, Oct. 26, at 6 p.m. at Union Baptist Church on Hwy. 106. “Calling all Madison County community members — are you a leader, a go-getter?” organizers asked. "Are you looking to promote your business, make a name for yourself, get ahead or just make a difference? If so, the Relay For Life of Madison County is currently recruiting volunteer leaders with all types of skill sets.” Relay planners said “that anyone and everyone” is welcome to come and learn more at an information and planning meeting Oct. 26. Those with questions can contact Katie Cullinan, American Cancer Society staff partner at katie. cullinan@caner.org or (706) 549- 4893. “We look forward to seeing you there,” Relay leaders said. Shelter holds second annual “Frightening Feline Fest” The Madison Oglethorpe Animal Shelter announces its second Annual Frightening Feline Fest. The shelter will be open for an evening of fun games and treats on Fri., October 30, from 6-8p.m. There will be fun for all ages, including face painting, temporary tattoos, fortune telling, and, of course, plenty of treats, shelter officials said. “Last year’s event was so much fun that everyone wanted to do it again,” shelter director Susan Fornash said. “We have even more fun activities this year, and we encourage parents to bring their children. This year we’re asking folks who come to bring a food donation for our dogs or cats so that they can have a happy Halloween, too." Fetch-A-Vet Dr. Jeff Gilliland Veterinarian! Owner (formerly of Commerce Veterinary Hospital and Jefferson Animal Hospital) 706-614-5266 fetch-a-vet@att.net • House Calls For Pets • Small Animal Practice • By Appointment Only For online prescriptions, visit www.fetch-a-vet.com Serving Clarke, Oconee, Madison, Jackson and Oglethorpe Counties Make plans now to join the fun at the Madison Oglethorpe Animal Shelter at 1888 Colbert Danielsville Rd on Friday, October 30 th from 6-8pm. Low-cost rabies clinic set for Oct. 30-31 A low-cost rabies clinic and multi family yard sale and bake sale will be held Oct. 30-31 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day to benefit Colbert Veterinary Rescue Services. There will be hot apple cider and hot chocolate, and a pet costume contest. One-year rabies vaccinations will be offered for $7, while three-year vaccinations will be $15. The event will be held at Colbert Animal Hospital on Hwy. 72 between the Quick Pick and Riverside Church.j “The mission of Colbert Veterinary Rescue Services is to provide veterinary care for healthy, sick, unwanted, adoptable dogs and cats in need and to place each dog/ cat into a loving, permanent home,” organizers said. Girl Scout ‘Friends Dinner’ ahead Madison County Girl Scouts will hold their “Friends Dinner” fundraiser Friday, Oct. 30, from 6-8 p.m. at Sanford Community Center on Nowhere Road. Dinner will include chili, vegetable soup, chicken noodle soup, bread, drink and a dessert, all served by a Girl Scout. Tickets are $6 for adults, $3 for children ages four and under, and $8 adult at the door. This event is being held in conjunction with Gordon’s Chapel UMC’s “trunk-r-treat,” which will be held from 7-8 p.m. Call 706-255- 0313 for tickets and/or information. Volunteers needed for ‘haunted field’ Battle Zone Paint Ball on Neese- Commerce Road is hosting a ben efit “haunted field" through Oct. 31 with proceeds to go to feed a needy family at Thanksgiving, according to organizers. Volunteers are needed to “haunt” the field on Thursdays, from 6:30-11 p.m. and on Fridays and Saturdays from 6:30 p.m. to midnight. For more information or to volun teer, contact Kerry at 706-614-5834 or e-mail him at banell29@aol. com. You can also visit their website at www.battlezonepb.com. Stew sale Nov. 7 for Harrison VFD The Harrison Volunteer Fire Department will have its annual fundraiser, a Brunswick stew sale, on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are $7 per quart (stew only offered this year) and available from any Harrison fireman, or at the door on the day of the sale. Call 706-245- 8604 for more information. Fourth annual artist market set for Nov. 14 The Fourth Annual Madison County Artist Market is set for Saturday, Nov. 14, at the historic Madison County courthouse on the square in Danielsville. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free and the public is invited, organizers said. There will be handcrafted items from over 30 local artists, including folk art, pottery, jewelry, glass, original block prints, baskets, painting, sculptures, metal works, fiber crafts, and more, according to the press release. For more information, go tohttp://madisoncountyartistmarket. blogspot.com/. Comer Christmas parade, festivities set for Dec. 5, 6 Plans are under way for the annual Christmas celebration in downtown Comer, set for Saturday, Dec. 5, with the highlight being the annual Christmas parade at 2 p.m. Parade activities, which will include seasonal music, will begin at 1 p.m. at the grandstand downtown. The theme for the parade this year is “Christmas in Comer, the Old Made New." Of course, Santa Claus will be in Comer to greet everyone, young and old, organizers said. Parade entry forms may be picked up at Comer City Hall, or downloaded from the city's website at www.cityofcomer.com The annual Christmas tree light ing will be Sunday evening, Dec. 6, at 7:30 p.m. Local churches will be leading the program with numerous choirs from Madison County pro viding music. “All are welcome," Comer offi cials said. MR. JOHNSON, MISS WOOD Wood, Johnson to marry Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Wood, of Comer, announce the engagement of their daughter, Kelli Wood, to Kenny Johnson, son of Mr. and Mrs. James Johnson, of Danielsville, Ms. Wood graduated from North Georgia College with a degree in political science. She is employed as a buyer for Nakanishi Manufacturing. Ms. Wood is the granddaughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Thomason, of Ila, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Harry Wood, of Comer. Mr. Johnson graduated from Madison County High School and is employed at Nakanishi Manufacturing as a mainte nance technician. He is the grandson of the late James and Pauline Johnson, of Colbert, and the late Herman and Edna Armstrong, of Athens. A May wedding is planned. COLLINS FAMILY REUNION SET FOR OCT. 24 The Collins family reunion will be held Saturday, Oct. 24, at Evangelical Methodist Church, with lunch served at noon. All descendants of Charlie and Savannah Collins are urged to attend, as well as friends and neighbors. The Collins’ children are Ellie McElroy, Nellie Keen, Allen Coile, Minnie Phillips and George Collins. “Come early and enjoy good fellowship,” organizers said. “We would love to see you there.” the NAME has changed. the COMMUNITY focus hasnt. Merchants and Farmers Bank is now First Citizens. It's an ideal union of shared strength, shared commitment and shared community focus. At First Citizens, we take the time to get to know you, your goals and your needs. 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