JONES REUNION

The family of Russell and Alice Davis Jones are having a reunion Saturday, September 27 at Spann Hill Baptist Church shelter house. Lunch will be served around noon. All family and friends are welcome. Bring a covered dish and join us for a day of fun, food, music and reminiscing.

HOMECOMING AT MONTICELLO BAPTIST TABERNACLE

There will be a homecoming at Monticello Baptist Tabernacle on Second Street on Sunday, September 21 at 10 a.m. There will be special singing and preaching. Lunch will be served. Rev. Ray Hancock is the pastor. Everyone is welcome.

"MAGICIAN WITH A MISSION" TO PERFORM AT FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH

David Hennig, "Magician With A Mission," will be performing at First Christian Church on Friday, September 19 at 6:30 p.m. The church is located on Michigan Avenue.

Many of the tricks that Hennig uses illustrates the messages he tries to convey, and they usually involve audience participation. He noted that the magic helps establish a connection with the audience, which enhances the message.

Hennig has been performing magic professionally since 1988 throughout the United States, and has also performed in places outside the country, such as Ukraine and Honduras.

There will be door prizes and lots of fun for the whole family, so everyone is encouraged to bring their kids and come out to First Christian Church on September 19. For more information call 348-5131.

FALL CREEK UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH REVIVAL

There will be revival services at Fall Creek United Baptist Church starting Sunday, September 21 at 7 p.m. nightly. The evangelist will be Henry Stringer. Pastor Dewey Burks and the congregation would like to invite everyone.

FALL FESTIVAL AT STEUBENVILLE BAPTIST CHURCH

Steubenville Baptist Church will be holding their annual Fall Festival on Saturday, October 11 from 12 noon to 7 p.m. There will be various games and activities for everyone including horse shoes and a variety of other games available for both youth and adults. There will also be a band playing, and music will also be performed by the Praise Team and choir at Steubenville Baptist Church. Also, a "Moonwalk" will be available for kids to play in.

In addition, those in attendance can enjoy cotton candy and sno cones, and around 5 p.m. there will be a pig roast, which will include grilled hamburgers and hot dogs. There is no charge for any of the events at the Fall Festival, and the public is invited to come out and enjoy the day.

STEPHENSON REUNION

The Stephenson Reunion will be held Sunday, October 5 at the Senior Citizens Center on Columbia Avenue. Doors will open at approximately 10 a.m. Bring a covered dish and enjoy the day. All friends and relatives are invited.

RABIES/SPAY/NEUTER CLINIC

The Wayne County Humane Society will be sponsoring a Rabies/Spay/Neuter Clinic on October 6-10 at the National Guard Armory. The cost will be $40 for dogs and $20 for cats. There will be an extra charge if the animal is pregnant or in heat. Advance registration is required and an advance deposit of $10 is required for each animal scheduled for surgery.

All shots are available at the clinic and no appointment is needed for shots only. Dog tags are also available. Cats must be in an approved carrier (no cardboard boxes) and dogs must be either in a carrier or on a leash.

Volunteers are also needed to help with the clinic. To volunteer to help or to register your animal for surgery call Sherry Martin at 348-3640, Larry Ratliff at 348-7412, or Sandy Heath at 340-0311.

GEAR UP SPONSORS "WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL DANCE"

The GEAR Up program at the Wayne County Middle School will be sponsoring a "Welcome Back To School Dance" on Friday, September 19 from 7-9 p.m. in the A.J. Lloyd Middle School gym. Parents are asked to come by the cafeteria and sign their children in between 6:30-7 p.m. Parents will have the opportunity to learn about the GEAR Up program while students have a good time at the dance.

The dance is open only to A.J. Lloyd Middle School students. During the event, 40 lucky students will win a free ticket to the University of Kentucky vs. Ohio football game on October 18. Students must be in attendance to be eligible to win. Parents are encouraged to call 340-0149 for more information.

MARCELLUS AND BEAULAH DENNEY FAMILY REUNION

The descendants, friends and neighbors of Marcellus and Beaulah Denney are asked to gather at the ASPIRE Center at 1 p.m. for a potluck lunch on Saturday, September 27. The honored guests will be Shirley Denney Frost and Willard "Pid" Frost. A visit from former classmates, friends, and family of the couple would be very much appreciated.

6TH ANNUAL THOMPSON REUNION

The 6th annual Thompson family reunion will be held on Saturday, September 27 at the Monticello-Wayne County Park at the shelter by the office. We will open at 10 a.m. and have lunch at 12 noon. Bring a dish and drinks to share. For more information call (606) 348-8382. All friends and relatives are welcome!

MONTICELLO SPANS THE LANGUAGE BARRIER

Are you interested in a course in beginner Spanish? If so, Monticello Independent School in cooperation with 21st Century Community Learning Center is offering a free five week course, which began September 15. The class will meet at the Monticello School Media Center at 5:30 p.m., and will last approximately one hour. Spaces are limited so you are urged to sign up as soon as possible. If you have any questions please give us a call at 340-1724.

21ST CENTURY TO OFFER FREE CAR CARE MAINTENANCE CLASS

Are car maintenance questions bugging you? Is checking the oil a challenge? Are squeaky brakes a sign of needed repairs? Get these answers and any others that you have at the free car care maintenance class being offered on September 23 at 6 p.m. The location of the class will be M & T Oil on Bypass 90. Don’t let your car intimidate you any longer. Door prizes will be given, please help us make this a success. If you have any questions please give us a call at 340-1724. This event is being sponsored by the 21st Century Community Learning Center.

AARP CHAPTER TO MEET

The AARP Chapter of Monticello will meet at the Senior Citizens Center at noon on Wednesday, September 17. All officers and members are urged to attend. In addition to other business, a nominated committee will be appointing new officers for the coming year.

TUGGLE REUNION

The Tuggle reunion will be held Sunday, September 28 at the large shelter house at Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park in Monticello, Ky. Dinner will be served at noon. Bring a covered dish and pop. Come spend the day with all of us.

PHILLIPS REUNION

The Phillips Reunion will be Sunday, September 28 at the Freedom United Baptist Church shelter house. Service begins at 10 a.m., with lunch at noon. There will be fellowship all evening. Bring your pictures, old and new, any genealogy you want to share, and come expecting to have a good time with cousins, aunts, and uncles. All relatives are invited.

GOSPEL SINGING AT RECTOR’S FLAT BAPTIST CHURCH

There will be gospel singing at Rector’s Flat Church Saturday, September 27 at 7 p.m. The featured singer will be Danny Funderburk, formerly of the Cathedral’s Quarter. Danny has many friends in this area. Everyone is welcome.

8TH ANNUAL HORSEMAN REUNION AT DALE HOLLOW LAKE STATE RESORT PARK

The 8th Annual Horseman Reunion, "Horse Campers Fall Round-Up" will be held October 3-5 at Dale Hollow Lake State Resort Park. On Friday, October 3, participants can camp two nights for the price of one and horses camp free. On Saturday, October 4, there will be guided trail rides at 10 a.m. At 4 p.m. that evening, there will be a pinto bean dinner for all campers with permit, followed at 5 p.m. by a live concert performed by Stringtown.

On Sunday, October 5, there will be a morning devotional at 8 a.m. This day will also be a "Ride On Your Own Day."

All events will be held in front of Bathhouse #3. If you can pick or sing, bring musical instruments! Everyone is welcome to this special weekend. For more information call (270) 433-7431.

WORLDWIDE MINISTRIES CHURCH OF GOD

There will be a fascinating show featuring Glenn and Linda Dawson appearing at Worldwide Ministries Church of God, located in Bell Subdivision entrance, Sunday morning, September 21 at 10 a.m. Ventriloquists and illusions will entertain children and adults through biblical illustrations. Everyone is welcome to see this unique event. For more information call 348-3923.

ROBERTS-COFFEY REUNION

The Roberts-Coffey family reunion will be held Sunday, September 21 at Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park in the large shelter house. Please bring a covered dish. All relatives are invited to attend.

DONATIONS NEEDED FOR LICK CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

Donations are needed for roofing and painting of the Lick Creek Baptist Church, located in the Ritner Community of Wayne County. Anyone wishing to donate to the roofing and painting fund may send donations to Lick Creek Baptist Church, c/o Sue Flynn, church treasurer, HC 72 Box 8448, Monticello, Ky. 42633. Any donations would be greatly appreciated.

‘GRANNY FANNY’ NEW REUNION

You are invited to attend the first ‘Granny Fanny’ New reunion Saturday, October 11 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park large shelter house.

This invitation is to all descendants, near and far to meet long lost family members. Bring enough food for your family and a bit extra, drinks, paper plates, forks, etc., games (horseshoes, badminton, volley ball, etc.) Don’t forget to bring a jacket or sweater, and maybe even an extra chair. If you can play a musical instrument such as a guitar, please bring it along.

We’re hoping that this will be the beginning of a ‘yearly tradition.’ Come early to meet, chat, and share stories and photos. For more information contact Fay Keith at fannyfay@isoc.net, Mary New Held at javalady@fuse.net, or Maxine Casada at mcasada@fuse.net. Hope to see you there.

WCHS CLASS OF "93" REUNION

The WCHS Class of "93" 10 year reunion will be Saturday, November 1 at the WCHS cafeteria at 6 p.m. The meal will be catered and must be paid in advance. Please call Angie Stinson at 606-875-1995 (leave message) for more information about payment or any other questions.

COMMUNITY BLOOD DRIVE

Central Kentucky Blood Center will be at the Armory Tuesday, September 23 for the Community Blood Drive. Hours to donate will be 10 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 until 6 p.m. Blood has been at a critical low level all summer.

Your help as a past donor or new donor is needed to give the "gift of life."

All donors will receive a t-shirt and a door prize of a Summer Mill Spring Mill print by Fred Thrasher will be given.

Extension Homemakers, who have sponsored the community blood drive for 23 years, will be on hand to serve refreshments.

GARNER FAMILY GET-TOGETHER

The children of the late Raymond Garner and Edith Garner will have a family get-together at Cabell Grove on Saturday, September 27, starting at noon.

Bring a covered dish. All family and friends are invited to attend.

ANNUAL SENIOR CITIZENS PICNIC

POSTPONED

The annual Senior Citizens Picnic, sponsored by Lake Cumberland Community Action Agency, Inc. has been postponed until Friday, September 26.

The picnic will be held at the Russell County Fairgrounds in Russell Springs, Ky. and will begin at 10 a.m. CDT. The "Slick Nickel" band will be providing entertainment, along with games, contests, and prizes.

Famous Recipe will be catering the meal and all public service agencies are invited to set up an information booth and join the Senior Citizens of the Lake Cumberland Area in the festivities.

AA-ALANON MEETING

AA-ALANON is meeting Monday and Friday nights at 7 p.m. at the First Methodist Church.

REVIVAL AT MONTICELLO UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

Revival at Monticello United Methodist Church will be held through Wednesday, September 17 at 7 p.m. Dr. Larry Nichols will be the evangelist. Dr. Nichols has pastored in seven Kentucky counties and has been an Asbury College teacher, author, and coach. Dr. Nichols has had tent revivals, preaches in prisons and churches of 10 different denominations.

There will be special music each night: Sunday-"Victory"; Monday-Kathy Sexton and family; Tuesday-"New Image"; Wednesday-Church choir and youth specials.

PERKINS-HICKS REUNION

The family of the late Nim and Ethel Hicks and the late Charlie and Lila Hicks would like to invite all friends and family for a family reunion at the Wayne County Park on Sunday, September 21 at 1 p.m. Please bring a covered dish.

ALZHEIMER’S SUPPORT GROUP

Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive, degenerative disease which attacks the brain. It is the most common form of dementia and its causes are unknown.

More than four million Americans are diagnosed with the disease.

The Alzheimer’s Association would like to announce a support group for family members and caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.

This monthly support group will meet at the Russell Springs Active Day Center on the last Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The setting is a small discussion group with an emphasis on sharing feelings, thoughts, and experiences.

OATTS FAMILY REUNION

The 25-year Oatts family reunion/anniversary will be held October 17-18 at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park. This family’s roots go back to a local historical figure, Joshua Jones.

All descendants of Roger Oatts, whose father-in-law was Joshua Jones, are invited to attend. The family members will be staying at Pumpkin Creek Lodge during the weekend. Anyone wanting to stay for the weekend should contact Lake Cumberland State Resort Park and ask about the Oatts family reunion.

A buffet luncheon will be held Saturday, October 18 at 1 p.m. For more information call Judy Oatts Vannatta at (502) 425-0970.

BEGINNER SQUARE DANCE LESSONS

The Lake Cumberland Squares will be having Beginner Square Dance Lessons on Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. at St. Mildred’s Catholic Church gym. The teacher is Coy Ingram. For more information call (606) 677-0004.

DOSS/THORNTON REUNION

The 16th annual reunion for the descendants of Jim Doss/Julia Thornton will be held on Saturday, September 27 at the large shelter house near the tennis courts at the Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park located on Michigan Avenue in Monticello, Ky.

As in the past, folks will gather in around 10 a.m.; potluck lunch will be served around noon. Hope to see you there!

LLOYD MIDDLE SBCM COUNCIL MEETING

The A.J. Lloyd Middle School SBDM Council will conduct the regular monthly meetings on the fourth Thursday of each month at 3:45 p.m. in the school cafeteria. All members of the school community and general public are cordially invited to attend.

BELL REUNION

Alvin Bell, Virgil Bell and Robert Coffey, all of Coopersville, would like to invite their relatives to a family reunion on September 20. It will be at the big shelter building at the Monticello-Wayne County Memorial Park. Please bring a covered dish or drinks. Dinner will be at 12 noon.

PEPSI FALL CLASSIC

The Pepsi Fall Classic will be held Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21. Help make a child’s Christmas wishes come true! There is an entry fee per team. For price and more information please call 1-800-356-5319, if interested. All proceeds will go to the Pepsi Christmas Program.

PRIDE OF KENTUCKY COOKBOOK

The Pride of Kentucky Cookbook, the official cookbook of the 2003 Kentucky State Fair, is available for $25 at the Wayne County Extension Service in the Farm Bureau Building on North Main Street. Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Agents and noted Kentucky chiefs have over 250 recipes in the book that also features food traditions, customs and ag tourism. The cookbook was developed to promote agriculture foods in the state of Kentucky. Each recipe has a nutritional analysis. Proceeds from the sale of the cookbook will benefit the non-profit Kentucky Extension Association for Family and Consumer Sciences scholarship and awards program. For questions call 348-8453.

BELL ELEMENTARY SITE BASED COUNCIL MEETING

Bell Elementary Site Based Council meets the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:15 p.m. in the library.

LIFEGUARDING CLASS TO BEGIN

The Blakely Family YMCA will be holding a Lifeguarding class. The class will be held Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evenings from 6-8 p.m. and on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Participants must be able to swim 500 yards and be 16 years old. Attendance at all classes is required. There is a charge for this class, with YMCA members receiving a discounted rate. The cost includes all materials, certification fees and CPR for the Professional Rescuer training. Please register by September 6 at the Blakely Family YMCA.

INFORMATIONAL SEMINAR ABOUT ADOPTION

A Helping Hand Adoption Agency will host a free informational seminar on Friday, September 26 at 6 p.m. It will be held at the Pulaski County Public Library, located at 107 North Main Street, Somerset, Ky. Topics will include adopting from China, Guatamala, Kazakstan, and Ukraine. For more information, call 800-525-0871 or visit our website at www.worldadoptions.org.

"ARSENIC AND OLD LACE" TO BE PRESENTED AT BARN LOT THEATER

Barn Lot Theater in Edmonton will present the comedy "Arsenic and Old Lace" on September 19, 20, 21, 26, 27 and 28 at 7 p.m. and one matinee on September 27 at 10:30 a.m. Reservations may be obtained by calling (270) 432-BARN.

WAYNE COUNTY SPORTSMAN’S CLUB

The public is invited to the first annual Wayne County Sportsman’s Club Fall Fish Fry scheduled for Friday, September 26 beginning at 4 p.m. at the Sportsman’s Club, off West Hwy. 90. The club will be serving fried fish, hush puppies, slaw, baked beans and soft drinks. There will be a cost per person.

The club will be giving away a Savage Model 111 Combo 243 Caliber deer rifle, blue with black stock and 3x9x40 scope during the fish fry. Individuals may purchase tickets for this opportunity at the fish fry or in advance at Frye’s Sporting Goods, Elam’s Jewelry, Law Office of L. Lee Tobbe or from any member of the Board of Directors.

WAYNE COUNTY ADULT EDUCATION CENTER

The Wayne County Adult Education Center would like to announce that classes are available Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8 a.m. until 3 p.m. Classes will be available from 8 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays. These classes include G.E.D. preparation, basic computer skills, typewriting, improving reading skills and CDL training. All classes are free to the public. If you have any further questions please feel free to call 606-348-5286.

WAYNE COUNTY CRUSADE

The Wayne County Crusade will be held through September 17 at 7 p.m. nightly at the W.C.H.S. football field. Ken Freeman from Texas will be the evangelist. Joe Estes from Alabama will be the minister of music. Everyone is welcome. For more information visit www.wccrusade.com.

AWANA CLUB

Awana Club at Steubenville Baptist Church will be held every Wednesday night from 6:15-7:45 p.m. for all children ages three-years-old through the sixth grade.

The Awana Club’s goals is to reach boys and girls with the Gospel of Christ and train them to serve him. The clubbers memorize and then quote Bible scripture for badges, pins, patches and other awards. This ministry is free to everyone. Parents, you will have almost two hours to yourself.

For information about the club or for a free ride please contact Bro. Kyle Waddell at 348-5011 or 340-1651.

MONTICELLO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL SBC MEETING

The Monticello Independent School SBC meeting is the first Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. in the Media Center.

HOPE CENTER HAS NEW HOURS

The Hope Center, located on Columbia Ave., would like to notify the public that they now have new operating hours. They will be open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m.

LAKE CUMBERLAND GHOST RESEARCH ORGANIZATION

The Lake Cumberland Ghost Research Organization has a new web site address: www.lcgro.com. They have case files, photos, and other information about the organization posted on their web site.

DONATIONS NEEDED FOR LOCKETT’S CHAPEL CEMETERY

If anyone has loved ones buried at Lockett’s Chapel Cemetery and would like to donate for the upkeep of the cemetery, please send your donations to Glyncon Garrett, Rt. 5 Box 5806, Monticello, KY 42633.

HOPE CENTER

The Hope Center, located on Columbia Ave., is in need of food and clothing donations. Any donations would be greatly appreciated.

SIT AND SEW

Contented Heart Quilt Guild will have a "Sit and Sew" day each first Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Quilt Shoppe. Anyone is invited to come for an hour or so and bring a project to work on.

QUILT MEETING

Contented Heart Quilt Guild will have their regular monthly meeting the third Monday of each month at 12:30 at the Quilt Shoppe. Visitors are invited.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

Habitat for Humanity is working for the community and is in need of more volunteers. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. at First Baptist Church in the back. Anyone who is interested in learning more about Habitat for Humanity and being a Habitat volunteer is encouraged to attend these meetings.

NEW WAYNE CO. HOTLINE

Have you had an emergency and don’t know whom to call? There is now a 24-7 hotline that can give you a phone number to reach out for help.

Through the Vision 2000 project, the phone line has been established to help Wayne County and Monticello residents get help by finding out who to call to get the help they need. Call us at 348-4650 anytime.

THRASHER MILL PRINT FOR SALE

Fred Thrasher’s "Wheel of Time" print of Mill Springs Mill is now for sale by Wayne County Extension Homemakers. The print is a summer scene of the Mill at twilight. This print completes the four seasons series of Mill Springs Mill by Thrasher. Prints are $40 and can be mailed for an additional $10. Artist’s proofs are $200. The 5x7" print is $5. See any Extension Homemaker or the Cooperative Extension Service in the Farm Bureau Building for a print. Phone 606-348-8543, if you have questions about the print.

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