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Friday, July 7, 2006
Today
• 1 p.m. — Meridian Duplicate Bridge Club meets at the Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. This is an open game and everyone is welcome. Call Tommie at (601) 679-8446 or Josie at (601) 483-5884.
• 2 p.m.-4 p.m. — Open house at Meridian Community Living Center, 517 33rd St., just off Highway 39 North. Everyone invited to tour the facility and enjoy refreshments. Rising country music singer Drew Poppelreiter will perform a free concert beginning at 2 p.m. Call (601) 483-3916.
• 6:30 p.m. — Mississippi Blue Yodeler Fan Club will hold a special meeting at the Meridian Masonic Center, 2300 11th St. in Meridian. Bring a covered dish for dinner. Call Ken Johnson, (601) 482-1279.
Saturday, July 8
• 7 a.m.-9 a.m. — Re-Sale Shop open to the public at the Meridian Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. Call (601) 485-1812.
• 9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Bob Ross-style oil painting class at the Meridian Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. Registration is required and there is a fee. Call (601) 485-1812.
• 11 a.m. — Meridian Daylily Club will hold its regular meeting in Room 120 of Hardin Hall on the campus of Meridian Community College, 910 Highway 19 North. Call (601) 483-1687.
• 4 p.m.-6 p.m. — The Salvation Army will celebrate 103 years in Meridian with a Community Cook-Out, 117 Sixth Ave. Call (601) 483-6156.
• 4:30 p.m. — Marvin Weir and the Goodtimers will perform at the Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. Covered dish dinner at 6 p.m. Call (601) 626-8128.
• 5 p.m.- 6 p.m. — Mission Meridian will hold a Candlight Vigil and Memorial reception for victims of Lockheed-Martin. The vigil will be held at Mission Meridian, 900 Constitution Ave. in downtown Meridian. Call Charlotte Scott at (601) 938-1505.
Sunday, July 9
• 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. — United Blood Services will hold a blood drive in the bloodmobile at the 186th Air Refueling Wing of the Mississippi Air National Guard. Call (601) 482-2482.
• Noon-3:30 p.m. — United Blood Services will hold a blood drive at Briarwood Baptist Church, 8733 Hillview Drive just off Highway 39 North. Call (601) 482-2482.
• 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. — Wesley Belles will present a benefit concert at Central United Methodist Church, located on 22nd Ave., in downtown Meridian. All proceeds from donations will go to Rhonda Sheppard Hawkins, cancer patient from Meridian, who is receiving treatment at M.D. Anderson Medical Center in Houston. Call Carolyn Starnes, at (601) 485-9747.
Monday, July 10
• 1 p.m. — Queen City Duplicate Bridge Club meets at the Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. This is an open game and all players are welcome. Call Mary, (601) 527-2107.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m. — Computer class begins at the Meridian Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. Call (601) 485-1812.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m. — Line dance class begins at the Meridian Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. Call (601) 485-1812.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m. — Doll Collectors Club meets at the Meridian Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. Call (601) 485-1812.
• 6 p.m. — Overeaters Anonymous will meet at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1116 23rd Ave., enter at the rear entrance. Call Sally at (601)485-6943.
Tuesday, July 11
• 2 p.m.-6 p.m. — United Blood Services will hold a blood drive at Hall Chiropractic Clinic, 1801 Highway 39 North. Call United Blood Services at (601)482-2482.
• 1 p.m. — Meridian Duplicate Bridge Club meets at the Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. This is an open game and everyone is welcome. Call Tommie at (601) 679-8446 or Josie at (601) 483-5884.
• 4 p.m. — Meridian Civil Service Commission will meet in the first floor conference room at City Hall. Call Gloria Kirby, (601) 485-1931.
• 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. — The Small Business Development Center at East Central Community College in Decatur is sponsoring a workshop, “Intro to QuickBooks.” The classes run from July 11-Aug. 15 and will be held at the Integrated Technologies Training Center in Choctaw. Cost is $75 per person. Call (601) 635-2111.
• 7:30 p.m. — Andrew Chapel Masonic Lodge No. 151 will meet in a stated communication at the lodge building, 9198 Hillview. Call (601) 681-8369.
Wednesday, July 12
• 6 a.m. - 9 a.m. — A breakfast will be served at the Meridian Masonic Center, 2300 11th. Street. $5 per plate. Call (601) 482-1279.
• 10 a.m.-noon — United Blood Services will hold a blood drive at Hill Hospital in York, Ala. Call United Blood Services at (601) 482-2482.
• 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. — United Blood Services will hold a blood drive at East Mississippi State Hospital. Call United Blood Services at (601) 482-2482.
Thursday, July 13
• 11 a.m.-5 p.m. — United Blood Services will hold a blood drive at The Specialty Hospital classroom No. 3. Call United Blood Services at (601) 482-2482.
• 1 p.m. — Queen City Duplicate Bridge Club meets at the Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. This is an open game and all players are welcome. Call Mary, (601) 527-2107.
• 5 p.m. — The Lauderdale County School Board will hold a public meeting about its fiscal year 2006-07 proposed budget at the school district’s central office, 4th floor of the Courthouse Annex, 410 Constitution Ave. in Meridian. Call (601) 693-1683.
• 6 p.m. — Overeaters Anonymous will meet at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 1116 23rd Ave., enter at the rear entrance. Call Sally at (601) 485-6943.
• 6:30 p.m. — Promises of Hope Cancer Support Group will meet at Collinsville First Church of God, Highway 19 North. Call Meridian Oncology at (601) 696-4624, Barbara Willard at (601) 986-2011 or Charlotte Vincent at (601) 986-8833.
Friday, July 14
• 11a.m. - 5 p.m. — United Blood Services will hold a blood drive in the No. 3 classroom at The Specialty Hospital inside Rush Foundation Hospital. Call United Blood Services at (601) 482-2482.
• 1 p.m. — Meridian Duplicate Bridge Club meets at the Senior Citizen Center, 3300 32nd Ave. This is an open game and everyone is welcome. Call Tommie at (601) 679-8446 or Josie at (601) 483-5884.
Saturday, July 15
• 1 p.m. — Military Order of the Purple Heart and Ladies Auxiliary will meet at Naval Air Station Meridian at the CBQ building. Call Benny or Vanessa Duett, (601) 483-5153.
• 4 p.m. — The Mississippi Writers Guild will present Honoring Historic Mississippi Writers at The Daily Grind, 4820 Poplar Springs Drive in Meridian. Admission is free and open to the public.
• 6 p.m. — The Mississippi Writers Guild presents Literary Artist on Stage, at The Daily Grind, 4820 Poplar Springs Drive. Open to all community writers to read their original work with five minute limit. No admission charge, call Richelle Putnam at (601) 482-4121 or Anne McKee at (601) 681-8525.
To submit an event to Community Calendar, call Stephanie Denham at (601) 693-1551, ext. 3303, or e-mail sdenham@themeridianstar.com. Announcements may also be submitted by fax, (601) 485-1275.
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Sunday, February 7, 2010
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. -
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Saturday, February 6
• 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.
• 10 a.m.-11 a.m.— The Delta Nu Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Sorority Inc will conduct an informative workshop about college. To inform High School Juniors and Seniors about the requirements needed for college admission, scholarships, and financial aid. The workshop will be held at the C.E. Otis building — formerly the Council of Organizations building. For more information call Ms. Wilson at (601) 681-6391.
• 11 a.m.-1 p.m.—Wesley UMC will be holding a Chili Cook off at the church. Plates are $6. Take outs available.
• 11 a.m.-4 p.m.— East Mississippi Animal Rescue will be having a Pet Adoption at Petco in Meridian Crossroads. Several pets will be available for adoption. An interview and adoption fee will be required. Organization information and available pets can be found by going to www.eastmsanimalrescue.com.
* 5:30 p.m.—MCC Homecoming and Crowning of Homecoming Queen will be held at MCC in the Graham Gymnasium. For more information call Brandon Bridges at 601-481-1340.
• 7 p.m.— Quitman's Little Opry will have as their guest Dr. Jim Matthews and his Elvis impersonations at the VFW/Multi Purpose Building. Bring a finger food dish to share. $2 door donation to benefit the Quitman Volunteer Fire Department. For more information call CP and Annie Crimm at 601-776-6269. -
Sunday, January 31, 2010
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. -
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Today
• Registration is under way for 6-week pottery classes at Pottery Paws Studio and Gallery. Classes are 2-hours once a week and are instructed by Bebe Gianakos. Call 601-485-2111 for more information or to sign-up.
• 8 a.m.-4 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is to hold 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.
• Noon — Refuge Christian Recovery. Meeting for women whose loved ones suffer from alcohol and drugs. First Presbyterian Church, Annex Building, 905 23rd Avenue. For more information, call Charlie at 601-483-5927.
• 12:15 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.
• 3:30 p.m.— Trinity Dyslexia Center is accepting new students. This is an after-school tutorial program for students with dyslexia or other reading disorders. Students attend three one-hour sessions each week, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday during the school year. The program uses multi-sensory software. Classes meet at Trinity Presbyterian Church. For more information call (601) 482-6767.
• 6 p.m.-8 p.m.— Rush Foundation Hospital will be having a free Lap-Band Surgery Seminar in the private dining room in the Rush Hospital Cafeteria. For more information or to register for this free seminar email Brenda Thomas at Brenda.Thomas@rushhealth.com or call at (601) 703-4950.
• 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 website using free software. Cost is $60. For more information or to register call (601) 482-7445.
• 7:30 p.m. — Serenity Alanon Family Group meeting at 3753 19th Street. Call 601-482-2498. 24 hour hotline: 601-527-6669.
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Monday, January 25, 2010
Today
• Registration is under way for 6-week pottery classes at Pottery Paws Studio and Gallery. Classes are 2-hours once a week and are instructed by Bebe Gianakos. Call 601-485-2111 for more information or to sign-up.
• 8:00 a.m.-4:00 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.
• 12:15 a.m. and 5:30 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.
• 3:30 p.m.— Trinity Dyslexia Center is accepting new students. This is an after-school tutorial program for students with dyslexia or other reading disorders. Students attend three one-hour sessions each week, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday during the school year. The program uses multi-sensory software. Classes meet at Trinity Presbyterian Church. For more information call 601-482-6767.
• 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.
• 7 p.m.—Overeaters Anonymous Meetings, Monday Nights at 7 p.m. Church of the Mediator.
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Sunday, January 24, 2010
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.
• 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.
Monday, January 25
• Registration is under way for 6-week pottery classes at Pottery Paws Studio and Gallery. Classes are 2-hours once a week and are instructed by Bebe Gianakos. Call 601-485-2111 for more information or to sign-up.
• 8:00 a.m.-4:00 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.
• 12:15 a.m. and 5:30 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.
• 3:30 p.m.— Trinity Dyslexia Center is accepting new students. This is an after-school tutorial program for students with dyslexia or other reading disorders. Students attend three one-hour sessions each week, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday during the school year. The program uses multi-sensory software. Classes meet at Trinity Presbyterian Church. For more information call 601-482-6767.
• 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.
• 7 p.m.—Overeaters Anonymous Meetings, Monday Nights at 7 p.m. Church of the Mediator.
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Saturday, January 23, 2010
Today
• 7 p.m.-2 p.m.—Make-A-Wish Garage Sale will be held at 10165 Lynwood Drive on Hwy 19. For more information call Brenda at 601-483-8144.
• 10 a.m.-Noon— The Mississippi Storytellers (aka Tall Tales and Recollections) monthly meeting will be held in the E.M.E.P.A. auditorium. All tellers and listeners are welcome. For more information call 601-485-7778 or 601-681-8525.
• 11 a.m.-4 p.m.— East Mississippi Animal Rescue will be having a Pet Adoption at Petco. Several pets, namely puppies, will be available for adoption. An interview and adoption fee will be required.
• 12:15 a.m. and 5:30 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.
• 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 website using free software. Cost is $60. For more information or to register call 601-482-7445.
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Friday, January 22, 2010
Today
• Registration is under way for 6-week pottery classes at Pottery Paws Studio and Gallery. Classes are 2-hours once a week and are instructed by Bebe Gianakos. Call 601-485-2111 for more information or to sign-up.
• 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.— Learn to play ROOK. Sessions will be held at the Meridian Activity Center. For more information call 601-485-1812.
• 1 a.m.-2 p.m.—Make-A-Wish Garage Sale will be held at 10165 Lynwood Drive on Hwy 19. For more information call Brenda at 601-483-8144.
• 12:15 a.m. and 5:30 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.
• 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 website using free software. Cost is $60. For more information or to register call 601-482-7445.
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Thursday, January 21, 2010
Today
• Registration is under way for 6-week pottery classes at Pottery Paws Studio and Gallery. Classes are 2-hours once a week and are instructed by Bebe Gianakos. Call 601-485-2111 for more information or to sign-up.
• 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.—Workforce Training opportunities through Meridian Community College is hold 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.
• 10:30 a.m.— A pain management support group meets at NorthPark Church 7770 Hwy 39 N. All are invited to attend including family members of those suffering from pain. For more information, call 601-482-1322.
• Noon — Al-Anon Family Group meeting at NorthPark Church, 7770 Hwy 39 North. Call 601-482-1322. 24 hour hotline: 601-527-6669.
• 12:15 a.m. and 5:30 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.
• 1 p.m.-2 p.m.— Bingo for adults 55 and older will be held at the Meridian Activity Center. For more information call 601-485-1812.
• 3:30 p.m.— Trinity Dyslexia Center is accepting new students. This is an after-school tutorial program for students with dyslexia or other reading disorders. Students attend three one-hour sessions each week, Monday, Tuesday and Thursday during the school year. The program uses multi-sensory software. Classes meet at Trinity Presbyterian Church. For more information call (601) 482-6767.
• 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.—Free "Back on Track Parenting" Classes will be meeting each week at the Weems Division of Children and Youth Services. Open to all. For more information call Heather Stinson at 604-482-7377.
• 6 p.m.— The Andrew Chapel Lodge #151 will host a Dist. 16 meeting at the lodge 9198 Hillview Drive. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. with the meeting to follow. All members are welcome. For more information call 601-482-1279.
• 6 p.m. - The International Singing Brakeman Association will meet at the Best Western Hospitality Room, on Frontage Road. Please bring a dish to share. We will eat at 6:30 p.m. Admission is $5. For more information, call Glyn Jones at 601-581-1601 OR Mama Kat at 601-482-2771.
• 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.
• 7:15 p.m.—Gambler's Anonymous Meeting at Highland Baptist Church Parsonage. On the corner of 26th Street and 34th Avenue. For more information, call David at 601-938-9193.
• 7:30pm — Serenity Alanon Family Group meeting at 3753 19th Street. Call 601-482-2498. 24 hour hotline: 601-527-6669.
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Wednesday, January 20, 2010
Today
• Registration is under way for 6-week pottery classes at Pottery Paws Studio and Gallery. Classes are 2-hours once a week and are instructed by Bebe Gianakos. Call 601-485-2111 for more information or to sign-up.
• 10 a.m.-11:15 a.m.— Lamar School will be hosting a College Fair in the school Cafeteria. Representatives from colleges throughout the region will be present to answer questions and provide various forms for the college admission process. For more information call Ronnie Key at 601-482-1345.
• 12:15 a.m. and 5:30 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.
• 3 p.m.-4 p.m.— The Lauderdale County Council on Aging will meet at the Meridian Activity Center. For more information call (601) 485-1812.
• 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.
• 6:30 p.m.— The Clarke County Christian Singles invites all singles to their Valentine covered dish dinner at The Living Word Church Fellowship Hall in Quitman. For more information call Peggy at 601-776-3150 or Gwen at 601-616-7018.
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