Love and loss during the holidays Amedisys Hospice is offering an opportunity to those who have lost loved ones to learn ways of coping through the holiday season and to share their stories. The meetings will be 10 consecutive Monday evenings, Nov. 9 to Jan. 11, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Amedisys Hospice office, 220 New Fidelity Court (Yeargan Road and Hwy 70E). For information or to register contact Ann Ritter at 919-773-4865 or aritter3225@amedisys.com.
Turkey and Ham Shoots Clyde’s Chapel Baptist Church near Archer Lodge will hold a series of turkey and ham shoots Nov. 20-21, Nov. 27-28 and Dec. 4-5. The hours are 7-8:30 each night. A ladies shoot and a youth shoot are included. The cost is $5 per shot. Concessions will be available. Proceeds will go to the church’s Relay for Life team and World Changers youth mission project. For more information, please visit the church’s Web site at www.clydeschapel.org, e-mail clydeschapel@bellsouth.net or call 365-6969. Clyde’s Chapel is located at 16657 Buffalo Road, Wendell, at the corner of Turnipseed and Buffalo roads.
Fantastic Sams Food Drive Fantastic Sams Hair Salons, located on HWY 401 in the Wal Mart shopping center, will be holding a food drive for the Food Bank of Wake County. For any two cans of nonperishable food you bring in, $2 will be taken off of the regular price of a $15 haircut. For every four or more items you can receive $5 off any chemical service such as color or get 25 percent off any hair care products. The dates for this event will run from Nov. 22, 2009 through Dec. 20, 2009. So stop by today and help Fantastic Sams help others over the holiday season.
SJHS Class of ‘79 The South Johnston High School Class of 1979 is having their 30th year reunion Nov. 28, 2009 at the Johnston County Country Club in Smithfield, N.C. from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. Call Cindy Johnson at 919-662-0004 or Debbie Barbour at 919-801-9497.
Light Up Main in Garner Light Up Main takes Garner’s traditional community tree lighting ceremony to a new, expanded level of fun and excitement on Friday, Dec. 4 from 6-8 p.m. Held on Garner’s historic Main Street, the festive event for kids of all ages combines Christmas carols sung by Smith Elementary, Miss Garner 2010 and area churches, seasonal dances by DanzeZone and Garner Magnet High School, an art walk with unique gifts available for purchase, a reading of the classic poem, “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” dramatic lighting, refreshments, two trees, two performance areas, strolling carolers and a special appearance by Santa and Mrs. Claus at Santa’s Workshop where there will be a host of holiday craft activities for the kids. Join co-sponsors the Town of Garner, Garner Downtown Revitalization Association along with the downtown merchants in celebrating the holiday season. His honor the Mayor Ronnie S. Williams will lead the official lighting countdown at 7 p.m. Start your holidays with a song in your heart, dances in your feet and Christmas in your soul!
Garner Christmas Parade The annual “Christmas at St. Mary’s Craft Show and Sale” will be Saturday, Dec. 5 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. It will be held at St. Mary, Mother of the Church, located at 1008 Vandora Springs Road in Garner. Find great Christmas gift ideas. Some items include pottery, jewelry, furniture, hand-crocheted items, woodworking, Christmas ornaments and decorations, metal sculptures, wreaths and many more beautiful things. Breakfast and lunch (pork barbecue) will be available as well as homemade baked goods. The proceeds from the craft show will benefit St. Mary’s Child Development Center. Admission is free. For more information, contact the school at 772-0009.
The Colors of Christmas musical The Capital Church Choir will present its Christmas Musical: “The Colors of Christmas” Saturday and Sunday, Dec. 5-6 at 7 p.m. The Capital Church is located at 1308 Hwy. 70 West in Garner. The event is free.
Women’s Club 17th Annual Christmas Tour of Homes On Dec. 6 from 1 to 5 p.m. check out the beautifully decorated homes of Garner residents. A portion of the profit from the event goes to scholarships for Garner Magnet High School seniors with outstanding scholastic achievements and community citizenship. Tickets will be available at the clubhouse on Hwy 70 from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Visit the homes of Doug and Michelle Best, Douglas and Jane Ball, John and Carrie Bischof, The Rand Bryan House and Winston and Annette McCullers.
Southern Regional GAP Kincare Support Group The Southern Regional GAP (Grandparents as Parents) Kincare Support Group meets once a month on the third Friday evening of the month at 6:30 p.m. The mission of the Southern Regional GAP is to provide ongoing support not only to grandparents but all family members caring for other family members. GAP meets at the Fuquay-Varina Presbyterian Church at 310 N. Ennis St. in Fuquay-Varina. The downstairs meeting room can be accessed through the back entrance. Come share resources and community support and listen to informative speakers. Bring a dish for a potluck dinner and join our group for a chance to gather useful information and talk with other family members just like you. Childcare will be provided. A meeting will be held Dec. 18, 2009. Contact Ruth Cole at 919-567-1017 or Debi Sikes at 919-341-2914.
Garner Senior High School's Class of 1990's The 20th High School Reunion will be held Saturday Mar. 20, 2010 at 6 p.m. at the Raleigh Marriott City Center (located at 500 Fayetteville St. in Raleigh) Go to www.garner1990.my event.com/ to enter your contact information, RSVP, see details of events and purchase tickets.
Memory Loss Caregiver Support Group Memory Loss and Dementia Caregiver Support Group. Provides emotional support and practical information for family members and caregivers of those with memory loss and dementia. Meets at Sunrise Assisted Living of Cary second Thursday of every month at 3 p.m. Please RSVP to 919-462-9147.
Volunteers Needed Can you spare one hour per month? If so, would you donate it to us? Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteers who are willing to spare one hour of their time to deliver lunch to home bound citizens in the Garner area on weekdays only. Call 919-772-5057 or visit the Garner Senior Center at 205 E. Garner Road between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. weekdays.
Bible Buddies New Life Wesleyan Church is offering Bible Buddies, a special needs class, for ages K-5th. Held every Sunday from 9:30-11:30 a.m. The class focuses on music, sensory activities, art, snacks and one on one Bible teaching. Each child is prayed for every Sunday. All disabilities are welcome. Lots of fun for the kids and a chance for parents /caregivers to relax. Call Lisa at 919-934-7497.
Military Families Connection This is a group of military families that live away from a base, who meet to learn from and lean on each other. It is very important to be with others that are going through the same thing that you are. We can help you through the difficult time when your loved one is in harm’s way, or will be deployed soon. We have classes, speakers as needed, and discuss problems and resources. Anyone is welcome to come. We meet the second Monday and fourth Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Triangle Baptist Church at 9713 Old Stage Road. Childcare is provided. Call 919-661-7755.
Yes He Can Prayer meeting Yes He Can, a weekly prayer meeting, takes place every Sunday from 8 to 9 a.m. at East Garner Middle School’s auditorium. The prayer meeting is sponsored by the Kingdom Advancement and Empowerment Center. Contact the church at 919-772-8454 or visit www.Kingdom-Advance.org.
Southside Christian School Southside Christian School (near 40/42) is currently enrolling students. Low student/teacher ratio. Excellent ABeka curriculum. Degreed teachers. Join a Christian school for Christian families. Call 919-553-7652.
Scouts Needed Troop 397 meets every Monday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at St. Mary Mother of Church in Garner (1008 Vandora Springs Road). The Troop is looking for new members, but those interested must be in at least sixth grade. The Troop does a number of activities including camping, hiking, community service projects and much more.
Red Hat Society Interested in joining a day-time Red Hat Society group? Our chapter is seeking a few new members -- congenial women 50 and older who want to have fun, meet new friends, lunch at a different restaurant each month, play RH bingo, ride to our outing in a limo, etc. We meet the first Friday of the month (subject to change for holiday months) at 11:30. Call 661-7368.
Christian Academy Lighthouse Christian Academy NOW Enrolling Grades 1-12. A.C.E. Curriculum, We offer relaxed atmosphere, positive influence, smaller class sizes, Art, Drama, Key Club, Service Projects, History and Science Fairs, P.E., Tutoring and so much more! Call 427-8362.
Volunteers needed The North Carolina Emergency Reserves (NCER) has opportunities for all who wish to be involved in most aspects of disaster-response. Membership is open to all state citizens age 18 and up. For more information, please call 919-269-3453 or email ncerpio@yahoo.com.
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