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12-15-10 — CABELL GROVE CHURCH CHRISTMAS PLAY
The Cabell Grove Church will be performing a Christmas play, where a woman will be taken to the past, present and future to find out the true meaning of Christmas. The play will be December 11 at 6:30 p.m.
The church is located 7 miles on Hwy. 1546. Everyone is invited.
CHRISTMAS PROGRAM AT OLD BETHEL BIBLE CHURCH
Old Bethel Bible Church will be performing the Christmas play "Unto all People" on December 17 at 7 p.m. The church is located in Alpha, Ky. Everyone is welcome.
GAP CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH WILL PERFORM "A NIGHT AT THE INN"
Gap Creek Baptist Church will be presenting "A Night at the Inn" on December 19 at 6:30 p.m. Everyone is invited.
WAYNE COUNTYKY-ASAP BOARD MEETINGS
The Wayne County KY-ASAP (Agency for Substance Abuse Policy) Board meets the first Thursday of February, June, August, October, December in 2011 at 8:30 a.m. in the Wayne County Hospital Conference Room.
The public is welcome. Please call Kathryn Tucker at 348-9343 to be put on the agenda.
KENTUCKY COUNCIL ON DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY WILL BE HOSTING FORUMS
The Kentucky Council on Developmental Disa-bility will be hosting a series of public forums, where Commissioner Hall will be listening to public comments about the SCL waiver and other services. The local meeting will be held December 16 from 6-8 p.m. at The Center for Rural Development in Ballroom E.
W.C. FARM SERVICE AGENCY (COC)
DECEMBER MEETING
The Wayne County Farm Service Agency (COC) regular December meeting will be December 9 at the USDA Service Center at 12:30 p.m.
OAK GROVE RINGS FOR CHRIST YOUTH HANDBELL CHOIR CHRISTMAS CONCERT
The Oak Grove Rings for Christ Youth Handbell Choir invites everyone to attend a Christmas Con-cert. Please come join us this wonderful season as we ‘ring' our praises in celebration of the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on Wednesday, December 15, at 6:30 p.m.
The performance will take place at the Oak Grove Baptist Church on Hwy. 1275. Light refreshments will be served after the concert.
VETERANS ASSISTANCE OFFICER TO ASSIST AREA VETERANS
Gary D. Jones, Field Representative for the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs, will be available to assist veterans in Wayne County at the National Guard Armory. He will be there on Tuesday, December 21 from 9 a.m.-12 noon. Veterans and their families will be provided counseling and assistance in filing claims for state and federal benefits. This is a free service provided by the state of Kentucky. Veterans should bring a copy of their DD214 (record of military service) with them, if they have it and any other documents they feel could help with their claim. For information call Gary D.
Jones, Regional Field Representative for the KDVA, at (800) 850-1392 or (270) 651-9578.
WORKFORCE INVESTMENT BOARD MEETING
There will be a Work-force Investment Board meeting Tuesday, Decem- ber 14 at 11 a.m., E.T. in the large conference room at the Lake Cumberland Area Development District offices in Russell Springs, Ky.
FAVORITE RECIPES—FROM OUR TABLE TO YOURS, COOKBOOK
The Lake Cumberland Area Development District has published a cookbook entitled Favorite Recipes—From Our Table to Yours that features a collection of recipes submitted by members of the LCADD.
The proceeds from cookbook sales benefit all 10 Senior Citizen Centers in the region. To purchase a cookbook you may contact your local Senior Citizen Center or call 1-800-264-7093 or 270-866-4200.
LIVING WELL WITH DIABETES
The Wayne County Health Department will be holding free Living Well with Diabetes classes on December 14, 21 and 28 and February 2, 9, 16, and 23 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. They will also be offering a Diabetes Basics class on January 24 from 5 to 7 p.m. The support group meeting will be on December 7 from 10 to 11 a.m. Preregistration is required for evening sessions and the support group. For more information or to preregister call 1-800-928-4416 ext., 1166.
LIFELINE HEALTH SCREENING
For those who are interested in spending nine minutes that can save their life and prevent stroke, Life Line Screening will be at Wayne County Cooperative Extension Office on Tuesday, December 14. The stroke test is painless, non–invasive and just takes nine minutes.
Please call 1-800-679-5609 regarding questions, costs and appointment time. We care about your health.
SECOND CHANCE OUTREACH CENTER
Second Chance Outreach Center is a non-profit Christ centered addition recovery program serving your local community. If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse or addictive behaviors please feel free to call 24 hours for a free over the phone consultation or referral at 1-270-384-9548, or visit us at www.
2ndchanceoutreach.com.
PARTNERS 1ST TO COLLECT TOYS FOR TOTS
Help Partners 1st give back to the community this holiday season by supporting the Toys for Tots Foundation. Beginning November 1 through December 10, visit Partners 1st to drop off a toy donation. By donating a toy you will not only help a disadvantaged child but also be entered into a drawing. Partners 1st is located at 100 Access Drive.
NEW COVENANT FELLOWSHIP CHURCH SERVICE AND LUNCH
New Covenant Fellowship Church will be having a covered dish lunch after 10 a.m. the first Sunday of every month. The church is located at the corner of 1275 and Bell Lane. The Pastor is Terry Munsey.
Everyone is welcome to attend.
COMPASSIONATE FRIENDS LAKE CUMBERLAND CHAPTER
A local chapter of The Compassionate Friends is starting in the Monticello area. The Compassionate Friends is a mutual assistance, self-help organization offering friendship and understanding to families who have experienced the death of a child. The organization welcomes bereaved parents, adult siblings, grandparents, and immediate family members to its meetings.
Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at Monticello United Methodist Church, 145 Michigan Avenue at 7 p.m. For additional information contact Jenny West, Chapter Leader at 340-1955.
GRASS IN THE CITY
Grass in the City bluegrass and gospel music open on Friday nights at 6 p.m. at 322 S. Second St. For more information call 348-8828.
Free admission.
OPEN GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP
An Open Grief Support Group, hosted by Hospice of Lake Cumberland, will be held the second Monday of every month from 6-8 p.m., EST at the Hospice of Lake Cumberland Monticello office, located at 1219 North Main Street, Suite 5.
BELL ELEMENTARY SBDM COUNCIL MEETING
The 2010-2011 Bell Elementary SBDM Council meets on the fourth Monday of each month at 4 p.m. in the school resource room (46).
"SHARING OUR BEST" COOKBOOK AVAILABLE
The Wayne County Extension Homemakers have released their new cookbook, "Sharing Our Best." The cookbook costs $15 and makes the perfect gift for birthdays, thank you gifts, household showers, graduation, Christmas or any occasion.
MONTICELLO ELEMENTARY SBDM MEETING
Monticello Elementary SBDM will meet on the second Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m. in the Media Center.
BETHESDA CEMETERY DONATIONS
Donations are needed for the upkeep of the Bethesda Cemetery. To donate send to 1265 Hwy. 858, Monticello, Ky. 42633 or for more information call 348-8190.
THE GATHERING
Come worship with us on the first Saturday of every month at 2 p.m.
at the Wayne County Senior Citizens Building. We practice a lively Davidic form of worship with flags, dance, and contemporary and messianic music. We are non-denominational, full gospel, messianic believers. For more information contact ministers Lee and Rita Hensler at 606-521-0498 or 606-523-6039.
DONATIONS NEEDED FOR OLD CHARITY CEMETERY
Old Charity Cemetery is in need of donations for the mowing of the grounds. Anyone who has family buried there is asked to contribute to the cemetery fund. For new burial, it is encouraged that donations be made at the time of internment. Contributions may be made to Old Charity Cemetery Fund c/o Margie Alley, 261 Sam Alley Road, Monticello, Ky. 42633.
DONATIONS ARE NEEDED FOR TAYLOR'S GROVE CEMETERY
Donations are needed for the upkeep of the Taylor's Grove Cemetery.
Anyone interested in making a donation may mail the donation to Leland Gregory, 441 Castle Street, Monticello, Ky. 42633 or a deposit may be made at Monticello Bank.
PARMLEYS GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH
Parmleys Grove Baptist Church is in the process of building a new church. Anyone who would like to make a donation can contact one of the building committee members: Stacy Slagle, Ryan Gregory, Lewis Turpin, Lance Turner or Vannie Hatfield. You can also send any donations to 1654 Hwy. 789, Monticello, Ky. 42633. Any donation, large or small, is greatly appreciated. For more information you may call 606-348-9641.
DISABLED AMERICAN VETERANS
The Disabled American Veterans Chapter 105 and Auxillary meets the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center on Columbia Ave. All veterans welcome.
W.C. HORSEMAN'S ASSOCIATION MEETS FIRST FRIDAY OF EACH MONTH
The Wayne County Horseman's Association would like to invite you to join them on the first Friday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the conference room of the Wayne County Library. Our focus is a shared interest in the horse. Membership, however, does not require horse ownership.
There is diversity in our annual activities which include a spring and fall horse show, monthly trail rides, picnics, Coggins testing, Christmas Party and participation in community events. As a result of our fundraising efforts, we provide continuing education scholarships. For more information, call Connie at 348-8258 or Lynetta at 348-0455.
MONTICELLO MS GROUP
The Monticello MS Group's monthly meeting will be temporarily moved to McDonald's in Monticello. The meetings take place the first Thursday of each month. Everyone interested is invited to attend.
DAAD MEETING
Come to a Defensive Action Against Drugs (DAAD) meeting and help take back your community from drugs. DAAD meets each fourth Thursday night at 7 p.m. at the ASPIRE Center. The meetings are free and open to everyone who would like to attend.
CELEBRATE RECOVERY
Celebrate Recovery meets each Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at the ASPIRE Center. Celebrate Recovery is a free Christ centered support group for anyone who has hurts, habits, or hangups which includes just about all of us. Email celebraterecovery.wayne@gmail.com or call
340-9362 for details. For more information check out the following website www.daddunite.net.
STATE SERVICE OFFICER WILL BE AT SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER EACH WEDNESDAY
Donnie Blevins, Service Officer for the Disabled American Veterans, will be at the Senior Citizens Building every Wednesday from 10 a.m.
until 3 p.m. Any veterans or dependents in need of assistance should stop by during these hours.
W.C. REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB
The Wayne County Republican Women's Club meets the second Tuesday of each month at 5 p.m. at the ASPIRE Center. Everyone interested in
attending is welcome. For more information, call 348-7624.
NEW COVENANT FELLOWSHIP
New Covenant Fellowship, located in the Bell Subdivision, is beginning a church van ministry. Anyone who needs a ride can call
(606) 348-1855 or (606) 307-6246. Everyone is welcome.
MT. PISGAH CEMETERY FUND
If you have any family or friends buried in the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery and would like to make a donation, donations may be dropped off or mailed to Mt. Pisgah Cemetery Fund, c/o Monticello Bank, P.O. Box 421, Monticello, Ky. 42633. For questions or more information you may call 348-7786.
CLASS OF 1973 FLOWER FUND
The Wayne County High School Class of 1973 has established a flower fund. To make a donation you may bring it to any Monticello Bank location for deposit or mail it to: Class of 1973 Flower Fund c/o Sandra Franklin Troxell, MBC, P.O. Box 421, Monticello, Ky. 42633.
DONATIONS FOR CATRON CEMETERY
Anyone wishing to make a donation to the Catron Cemetery Fund may do so by mailing donations to Logan Catron, 9998 Hwy. 200, Monticello, Ky., 42633. All donations are greatly appreciated.
FUNDS NEEDED FOR UPKEEP OF ROGERS GROVE CEMETERY
If you have relatives buried at Rogers Grove Cemetery, we need funds for the upkeep of the cemetery.
Send your donations to: Rogers Grove Cemetery Fund, BB and T Bank, Cumberland Crossing, Monticello, Ky. 42633 or Irene Koontz, 1396 Hwy.
1275 S., Monticello, Ky. 42633.
SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER ACTIVITIES
The Wayne County Senior Citizens Center offers a variety of
activities: grocery shopping, monthly blood pressure checks, day and afternoon shopping trips, an annual health clinic, exercise daily, health and nutrition speakers, transportation to and from the center, well-balanced meals served at 11:30 a.m., Canasta Club and Rook card games. For more information, call 348-5811.
NAMI OF SOMERSET SUPPORT GROUP
NAMI of Somerset Support Group meetings are the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 7 p.m. at the NAMI office located at 275 Parkers Mill Road, stoplight 22 in Somerset, Ky. For more information, please contact 606-679-4782, ext. 299; 606-274-4565; or 606-348-9555.
DONATIONS FOR ALEXANDER CEMETERY
If you have any family or friends buried in Alexander Cemetery, you may make any donations to Alexander Cemetery Mowing Fund c/o First Southern National Bank, PO Box 489, Monticello, KY 42633.
W.C. ASAP BOARD MEETING
Wayne County Ky.-ASAP (Agency for Substance Abuse Policy) Board meets the first Thursday of each month at 9 a.m. in the Wayne County Hospital Board Room. Anyone interested in attending is welcome. If you want to be on the formal agenda, please call 348-8453.
LIFE ABUNDANT MINISTRY HEALING ROOMS
The Life Abundant Ministry (LAM) Healing Rooms are open on Tuesday from 4 p.m.-6 p.m. and on Thursday from 1 p.m.-3 p.m. There is a service on Tuesday at 7 p.m. and a Saturday Intercessory prayer is held at 4:30 p.m. The Life Abundant Ministry healing room provides a different guest speaker every Tuesday evening service.
Life Abundant Ministry Healing Rooms is located at 303 South Main Street, Somerset, Ky. For more information call 1-877-LAM-HEAL or
606-677-0088 or check out the website at www.lifeabundantministry.org. You can also e-mail lifeabundant7@windstream.net.
EXPERIENCE WORKS
Employers value the talents older workers bring to the workplace and are looking for people like you. Let Experience Works help you put your experience to work. If you're 55 or older with a low-income, local organizations are ready to help you refresh your job skills and re-enter the workforce.
Individuals who qualify will be placed in a part-time community service training assignment to gain experience while expanding their skills and earning an income.
For more information about Experience Works, call Jean Adams, Employment and Training Assistant, at 606-387-6322 or call 606-688-0839.
SILENT SOCIAL EVENT
For people who are deaf or hard of hearing, there is a Silent Social event held on the first Friday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Eagle Heights Church, 200 Jessie Lane, Somerset. Please bring a dish and drink.
For more information, contact Sondra McIntyre at 606-875-2873.
Directions: Off 914 Bypass, turn right at gas station. Follow the road toward the left up on the hill to the left. Donations are greatly appreciated.
WAYNE COUNTY MYSTERY READERS
The Wayne County Mystery Readers meet at the Wayne County Public Library the second Thursday of each month from 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
For more information, call Howard or Katy Corder at 606-348-5326.
PERDEW CEMETERY FUND
If you have loved ones buried in Perdew Cemetery, please make a donation to the fund set up at Monticello Banking Company for the upkeep of the cemetery.
Also, please be sure as you change decorations to dispose of them properly.
MUSICIANS PICK AND PLAY
There will be a Pick and Play for musicians on the Meeting Place restaurant deck in Jamestown on Tuesdays from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. All strings welcome, no amps. Come and jam with your friends. For more information, call 270-343-4030.
GOSPEL SINGING
House of Hope-Last Days Ministry, located on White Way Inn Rd., will have a gospel singing every Saturday evening at 5 p.m. Bro. Frank Mason is in charge. If you would like to sing or play music, please call 348-6506.
NARCONON INFORMATION
Narconon wants to remind everyone that abuse of addictive drugs is on the rise. Learn the signs and get someone the help they need. For a free brochure call 1-877-413-3073 or go online at www.drugsno.com.
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT NETWORK
Be a part of young people's lives in the Youth Empowerment Network (YEN). YEN meets each second Tuesday of the month at 12 noon at the Wayne County Hospital cafeteria meeting room. Come see what youth and adults are doing to work together as partners to build a community that really cares about our youth. If you have questions call the Cooperative Extension Service at 348-8453.
NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS MEETING
The ‘Better Late Than Never' group of Narcotics Anonymous will meet on every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday night at 7:30 p.m. EST at the City Hall in Monticello, Ky.
AA-ALANON MEETING
AA-ALANON is meeting Monday and Friday nights at 7 p.m. at the First Methodist Church.
CABELL GROVE UMC ACCEPTING DONATIONS FOR UPKEEP OF CEMETERY
Cabell Grove United Methodist Church is now accepting donations for the upkeep of the cemetery. Anyone who has loved ones buried at Cabell Grove can donate by sending your donation to: Cabell Grove Cemetery Fund, c/o Janet Bell, 497 Kendrick Avenue, Monticello, Ky.
42633. All donations appreciated.
SHARING THE LOVE OF CRAFTS
There are many opportunities to share your love of crafts in Wayne County. You may want to be a part of the Homemakers Craft Club which meets each second Thursday at 1 p.m. at the Rescue Squad. Each month the club does a different craft. You may want to share a craft that you know with others in the community. The Extension Service can connect you with learners. Perhaps you would like to share a craft at Heritage Skills Retreat at the Kentucky Leadership Center in Jabez.
For more information on these opportunities call the Extension Service at 348-8453.
CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP
Quest Community Services, Inc. will provide a free family caregivers support group on the third Thursday of each month. The group will meet at 10 a.m. at the Wayne County Public Library, 159 S. Main, Monticello, Ky. After a short presentation from our featured speaker, the fun will begin with bingo, food and prizes. For information call Susan Anderson at 606-376-4466.
GROWING HEALTHY KIDS COALITION
The Growing Healthy Kids Coalition would like for anyone concerned with our children's health to come to Coalition meetings. Come and share your ideas to help our children grow strong and healthy. The Coalition meets the last Tuesday of each month at 3:30 p.m. at the Wayne County Hospital. For details or questions call the Extension Service at 348-8453.
FAITH WEAVER FRIENDS AT ELK SPRING VALLEY BAPTIST CHURCH
Children in grades 1-6 are invited to Elk Spring Valley Baptist Church each Wednesday night from 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. to join us for a fantastic faith filled adventure through Bible stories, learning centers and service projects. For transportation call 348-6485.
WAYNE COUNTY COMMUNITY HEALTH COUNCIL
The Wayne County Community Health Council (Local Champions Against Drug Use) meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at 12 noon in the Wayne County Hospital cafeteria meeting room. Come a little earlier and enjoy lunch. Health-related agencies and concerned citizens are both welcome. Be a part of helping set community wide health goals and complete projects. To date the council: has conducted and published two community health surveys and held community health fairs targeting needs identified on health surveys; serves as local Champions Groups; garnered an estimated $40,000 for Wayne County to use towards drug education and prevention efforts; and continues to develop and distribute educational materials related to drug prevention efforts, parenting tips, health habits, etc.
THE HOPE CENTER
The Hope Center is in need of the following items—paper products, cooking and baking food items, canned foods and meats, diapers, nice bedding, dishes and towels for our burn out room. Any donations would be greatly appreciated.
WAYNE COUNTY SADDLE CLUB
The Wayne County Saddle Club meeting time has been changed from the third Monday of the month to the third Tuesday of the month. We invite all horse lovers to join our club and meet with us.
ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION
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 in Russell Springs, Ky. 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.
FREE GOSPEL JAM AT ROCK WORSHIP CENTER
The Rock Worship Center in Somerset, Ky. sponsors a free Gospel Jam, cafe style, every Friday night at 7 p.m. EST. All are welcome, come and bring your group, yourself, an instrument or just come and enjoy!
We are located in the Gateway Center, 650 N. Main St., corner of Highway 80 in Somerset, Ky., just about 1/2 mile East of Highway 27.
For further information please call Annette West 606-875-5100.
FREE FOREST STEWARDSHIP PLANS FOR PRIVATE WOODLAND OWNERS
The Kentucky Division of Forestry prepares Forest Stewardship Plans for private woodland owners as a free service.
At your request, a forester will walk over your property with you while explaining the condition of your woodland and listening to your objectives. The forester will then make recommendations to help you set and achieve management goals for your forestland. The recommendations will be summarized in the Forest Stewardship Plan which will include information on timber production, fish and wildlife management and management for recreation, aesthetics and water quality.
If you are interested in improving your forestland economically and ecologically call the Division of Forestry in Campbellsville at 1-800-866-1007.
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 p.m. at the Quilt Shoppe.
Visitors are invited.
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 348-4650 anytime.
DONATIONS NEEDED FOR ALEXANDER CHAPEL CEMETERY
Donations are needed for mowing of the Alexander Chapel Cemetery.
Please send donations to Alexander Chapel Cemetery Fund, First and Farmers Bank, PO Box 305, Burnside, Ky. 42519; or Alexander Chapel Cemetery Fund c/o James H. Cowan, 13092 E. Hwy. 90, Monticello, Ky.
42633.
BETHESDA CEMETERY FUND
The Bethesda United Methodist Church would like to receive contributions for the upkeep of the cemetery. Anyone wishing to help should send a donation to: Bethesda Cemetery Fund, Rt. 4, Box 370, Monticello, Ky. 42633, or you may call 606-348-0007.
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, 2823 Hwy. 1275 S., Monticello, Ky. 42633.
KENDRICK CEMETERY NEEDS DONATIONS
Donations are needed for the upkeep of the old Kendrick Cemetery.
Anyone who would like to make a donation please contact Mrs. Juanita Allen or send donations to 149 Tennessee St., Monticello, Ky. 42633.
DONATIONS NEEDED FOR UPKEEP OF MONTICELLO CEMETERY
Donations are needed for the upkeep of the Monticello Cemetery.
Anyone who would like to make a donation may send it to Francis
Allen, Rt. 3 Box 7050, Monticello, Ky. 42633
DONATIONS NEEDED FOR BUCK CEMETERY
Donations are needed for the Buck cemetery at Powersburg. They will be used to make and rebuild old tombstones that are broken and to fence in the cemetery. Please send donations to: Jerry Slaven, 42 Hideaway Dr., Monticello, Ky. 42633.
WAYNE COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT
The Wayne County Conservation District Board of Supervisors has changed their regular meeting time to 6:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. The meeting is held at the USDA Service Center, 78 Barnes Dr., Monticello, Ky. 42633