The Meridian Star
MERIDIAN — Today
• 9 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.— Alcoholics anonymous meets at 3735 19th St. For more information, call (601) 482-2498 or the 24 hour hotline at (601) 524-6669.
• 5 p.m.— Blackwater Baptist Church, in Kemper will host a Fifth Sunday Singing. The Hutcherson's Family and Friends will provide the music. Immediately following the concert the church will host a chili and soup supper.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding classes on learning how to create a Web site at the College. Learn to make a Web site using free software. Cost is $60. For more information or to register call (601) 482-7445.
Monday, February 1
• 8 a.m.-4 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding Distribution Training classes at the college. Learn the skills needed for warehousing and distribution jobs. For more information or to register, call 601-482-7445.
• 11:15 a.m.-12:10 p.m.— Poplar Springs Elementary School presents Dancing with the 4th Graders. Leslie Lee Marshall will be teaching 4th grade students 4-5 ballroom dances, history of each dance as well as manners of ballroom dancing. For more information call Clair Huff at (601) 484-4450.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding classes on learning how to create a website at the College. Learn to make a Web site using free software. Cost is $60. For more information or to register call (601) 482-7445.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m.— Bob's Line Dancers meet to practice at the Meridian Activity Center. For more information call (601) 485-1812.
Tuesday, February 2
• 8 a.m.-4 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding Distribution Training classes at the college. Learn the skills needed for warehousing and distribution jobs. For more information or to register, call 601-482-7445.
• 9a.m.-1p.m. --AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will E-file taxes free for low- and middle- income taxpayers. This service will be available at The Salvation Army Activity Center, 120 6th Avenue (B Street and 6th Ave). Please bring a copy of your 2007 tax return, 2008 tax information including property taxes paid, picture ID, and Social Security Cards for all family members. First come, first served. For more information call (601) 692-2758.
• 5:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.— Poplar Springs Elementary School will host a Spring Open House for prospective students and their families. This is an opportunity to tour the school, meet teachers as well as ask questions about the school. Following the Open House, the winter PTA meeting will be held to recognize Science Fair/Cultural Arts winners. For more information call Clair Huff at (601) 484-4450.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding classes on learning how to create a website at the College. Learn to make a Web site using free software. Cost is $60. For more information or to register call (601) 482-7445.
• 7 p.m.— Andrew Chapel Masonic Lodge #151 will confer an Entered Apprentice Degree at the lodge. Light refreshments will be served. For more information call (601) 681-8369.
• Rush Foundation Hospital will be having a Heart Smart Health Fair at the MSU Riley Center. Attend this free event and learn heart healthy tips from Rush cardiologists, receive blood pressure, glucose, and BMI screenings, and learn healthy cooking tips. For more information or to register for this event call (601) 703-3220.
Wednesday, February 3
• 8 a.m.-4 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding Distribution Training classes at the college. Learn the skills needed for warehousing and distribution jobs. For more information or to register, call 601-482-7445.
• 11:30 a.m.— The monthly meeting of the Central MS Chapter of NARFE will be held at Ronnie's Steak and Grill. All active and retired federal employees are invited to attend. For more information, call 601-389-1946.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding classes on learning how to create a Web site at the College. Learn to make a website using free software. Cost is $60. For more information or to register call (601) 482-7445.
Thursday, February 4
• 8 a.m.-4 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding Distribution Training classes at the college. Learn the skills needed for warehousing and distribution jobs. For more information or to register, call 601-482-7445.
• 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding Lean Manufacturing Seminars at the College. Each seminar is for business professionals to learn the basic concepts of Lean Manufacturing, how it applies to any business and what it can do for a business. For more information or to register call (601) 482-7445.
• 9a.m.-1p.m.—AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will E-file taxes free for low- and middle- income taxpayers. This service will be available at EMEPA, 2128 Hwy 39 N. Please bring a copy of your 2007 tax return, 2008 tax information including property taxes paid, picture ID, and Social Security Cards for all family members. First come, first served. For more information call (601) 692-2758.
• Noon— Make-A-Wish volunteer meeting will be held on the 6th floor board room at Rush Medical Group. Lunch will be provided. For more information, call Jane Walsh at 601-366-9474, ext.26
• 4 p.m.-5:30 p.m.— The Make-A-Wish Kick-Off Meeting for "7th Annual Walk for Wishes" will be held at One Sweet World on North Hills Street. For more information call Brenda or Courtney Golisch at (601) 483-8144.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding classes on learning how to create a Web site at the College. Learn to make a Web site using free software. Cost is $60. For more information or to register, call (601) 482-7445.
• 6 p.m.—The Meridian Chapter of Miss. Valley State University Alumni will have their meeting at the Council of Organization Building. For more information call (601) 482-4559.
Friday, February 5
• 7 a.m.-2 p.m.— Make-A-Wish garage sale will be held at the residence 10165 Lynwood Drive in the Tanglewood subdivision. All clothing is 50 cents each. Books galore, toys, household items and more. New items each month. For more information, call 601-483-8144.
• 8 a.m.-4 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is holding Distribution Training classes at the college. Learn the skills needed for warehousing and distribution jobs. For more information or to register, call 601-482-7445.
• 11:15 a.m.-12:10 p.m.— Poplar Springs Elementary School presents Dancing with the 4th Graders. Leslie Lee Marshall will be teaching 4th grade students 4-5 ballroom dances, history of each dance as well as manners of ballroom dancing. For more information, call Clair Huff at (601) 484-4450.
• 2 p.m.—The monthly meeting of the East Central Mississippi Retired Educator's Association will be held at the Meridian Activity Center.
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