Southern Gospel Concert On Friday, Apr. 23, at 7 p.m., Lighthouse Gospel Music Association will host a Southern Gospel Concert at Lighthouse Convention Center, 326 Tryon Road in Raleigh. The concert will feature The Gloryman Quartet of Holly Springs, N.C. and the Singing Sheppards of Lynchburg, S.C. Admission is FREE; a love offering to help with the expenses of the singers and the Center will be accepted. Doors and concession open at 6 p.m. with door prize drawings at intermission. For a complete concert schedule visit www.lgma.info or call 919-661-6902.
Boating Course at First Presbyterian Church of Garner Effective May 1, 2010, any person under the age of 26 MUST have taken and completed an approved boating education course. Venture Crew 392 of The First Presbyterian Church of Garner is sponsoring this class on Apr. 24, 2010. The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary is conducting the class at a discounted rate of $35 per person, for ages 15-18. No boating experience required. This is an all-day course, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Space is limited, so please reply ASAP to steppsd@bellsouth.net.
Triangle Seagals The Triangle Seagals, WAVES NATIONAL Unit 144, will meet at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Apr. 24 at the Eva Perry Library, 2100 Shepherd’s Vineyard Lane in Apex. WAVES NATIONAL is a national organization for women veterans of the U. S. Navy, Naval Reserve, Navy Nurse Corps, U.S. Marines, U. S. Coast Guard, Maritime Service and the WRENS, now serving or who have served at any time during periods of war or peace. Veterans of any of these services are welcome and urged to visit with us and become a part of us. Mr. Chris Hudson, representing the American Association For Wartime Veterans, will be with us to explain not widely known benefits available to veterans and/or their spouses. Call 919-303-8205 or go to: sites.google.com /site/triangleseagals/Home and ‘sea what we are all about.’
Gospel Quartet Popular Southern Gospel quartet, The Dixie Melody Boys will be featured at the Shiloh Baptist Church in Garner. The Dixie Melody Boys will be featured on Sunday, Apr. 25 at 7 p.m. Since their original formation nearly four decades ago, the Kinston based quartet known as The Dixie Melody Boys has enjoyed tremendous success, including a Grammy nomination and numerous Fan Award nominations from The Singing News Magazine, Southern Gospel Music’s leading fan and trade publication. This talented quartet, led by 45-year veteran and recent Southern Gospel Music Hall of Fame inductee, Ed O’Neal, has enjoyed over 20 Top 40 hits, including eight Top 10 releases and a Number One single.
Take 2 Kids Consignment sale Take 2 Kids Consignment public sale will be held from Apr. 30 - May 2 at the Clayton Civitan Building, 340 McCullers Street Clayton, N.C. Consignors and volunteer helpers will be accepted right up until the sale and will get to shop Apr. 29. Drop off will be Apr. 28. SHOP with us for great prices on gently used children's spring/summer clothing, toys, shoes, books, furniture, strollers and much much more! Also visit with several local vendors at the sale. Visit www.take2kidsconsignment.com for details or call 919-422-4734.
St. Andrews UMC annual Spring Market St. Andrews United Methodist Church’s fifth annual Spring Market will be held Saturday, May 1 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to the crafters and vendors, there will be a plant sale and bake sale. Breakfast will be served from 8 to 9:30 a.m. and a buffet lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The event is open to the public. All proceeds benefit local missions including Urban Ministries of Wake County Open Door Clinic, Project Access of Johnston County and Franklin County Volunteers in Medicine Clinic. St. Andrews UMC is located at 1201 Maxwell Drive in Garner, across from Smith Elementary School and just off 401 and Old Stage Road. For more information, please contact St. Andrews UMC at 772-4410 or Sarah Cope at 779-2064.
American Legion Auxiliary Unit 116 Fish Fry The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 116 in Fuquay-Varina is hosting a Fish Fry Dinner for the community Saturday May 1, 2010 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Legion Hall at 6400 Johnson Pond Road in Fuquay-Varina. Pre-sale tickets are $7 per adult and $5 for children 12 and under. Tickets at the door are $8. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased at the American Legion Lounge Mondays through Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m, Fridays and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m. Take-out plates are available also. Please come out and help the American Legion Auxiliary who helps those who have served and are serving in the military for our Great Nation!
Farmer’s Market The Garner Revitalization Association is planning a Farmer’s Market to showcase locally grown foods, crafts and other products from the area. This project will begin in the spring of 2010. If you are interested in helping organize the market or have products you would be interested in selling, please let us know. We want to hear from you! Please email your ideas to: downtowngarner@nc.rr.com or visit the web site at www.downtowngarner.com and click on “Contact Us.”
WIC Program The WIC Program provides supplemental nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to health care and community resources. Services are available in Raleigh, Fuquay-Varina, Zebulon, Wake Forest and Brentwood. Those eligible must *be a pregnant or postpartum woman, infant, or child under age 5, *live in North Carolina, and *have a gross annual income under 185 percent of the Federal poverty guidelines. For appointment, please call 919-250-4720. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Calling Service Minded People The Garner Lions Club is expanding! Our club is looking for individuals who are interested in getting involved with their community and helping people in need. The Garner Lions club has helped over 20 individuals in the local area with assistance in getting an eye exam and getting glasses over the last year. We had a BBQ chicken fundraiser in late winter to raise funds to help local citizens in need. Our main goal is to assist those who are visually impaired. We help provide help for Camp Dogwood, a camp specialized for those who are visually impaired. We also help in funding Campaign SightFirst, an international effort to eradicate preventable blindness throughout the world. To find out more about our club projects or becoming a member, contact Ed Ketron at 662-5266.
Sharing Our Stories Grief Support Group Sharing Our Stories, a grief support group sponsored jointly by Resources for Seniors and Amedisys Hospice meets biweekly, first and third Mondays of every month from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at the Garner Senior Center, 205 E. Garner Road. Those who have experienced loss are invited to join anytime. For more information, please contact Ann Ritter at 773-4865 or aritter3225@ amedisys.com or Janet Harrison at 661-6894.
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. To RSVP, call 9462-9147.
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. Contact the Garner Senior Center at 919-772-5057 or visit 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 for more information.
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.
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. Any-one 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 for more information.
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. For more information, please contact the church at 919-772-8454 or visit www.KingdomAdvance.org.
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.
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! For more information, please call 427-8362.
Faith & Victory Church We are excited to announce the launch of Faith & Victory Church. We currently are meeting at The Hampton Inn at 40/42 hwy at 10:30 am. Children's Church and Coffee Provided! We have Lifegroups meeting Wednesday nights at 7 p.m. Contact Pastor Rodney at 919-820-9332 for more information.
Trinity UMC Music Team Do you have musical talent? Do you have a passion for worship through song? Have you ever wanted to be a member of "the band?" Are you ready to step up and lead the Trinity congregation in praise on Sundays? Would you like to be part of our team? We are looking for people like you to lend their talents and lead Trinity in worship on Sunday mornings by providing accompaniment and leading singing. You would be an excellent addition to our growing team of vocalists and musicians. Trinity UMC is located at 112 Butternut Drive (Hwy. 42 West) in Clayton.
Volunteers needed The North Carolina Emergency Reserves (NCER) has opportunities for all who wish to be involved in most aspects of disaster-response. Member-ship 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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