7-21-10 — DANCE TEAM MEMBERS TO HOST MOVIE NIGHT

    Dance Team members will be hosting a movie night on Saturday, July 17 at 7 p.m. at the Wayne Theater. They will be showing a musical movie staring John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John. Tickets can be purchased at any of the Monticello Bank locations or from any of the dance team members. You may also call 278-1298 to purchase a ticket. Tickets will also be on sale at 6 p.m. on Saturday or until sold out.

    Everyone is invited to come on out and dress up like your favorite character and drive your restored cars down town to celebrate Grease Lightning!



BOSTON REUNION

    The Boston Family reunion will be at the Boston Heirs Farm at Mill Springs on Saturday, August 7 beginning at 10 a.m. A pot luck meal will be served at noon. The farm is located on Hwy. 1275 near the 12 mile marker between Conley Bottom Road and Mill Springs Park at 579 Boston Road which is the last house on the road. The reunion is for the descendants of John Preston Boston and Nancy E. Duncan Boston. For additional information you can contact Betty Buckley at 348-3453 or Wanda Marcum at 348-8371.



WAYNE COUNTY LITTLE LEAGUE MOVIE NIGHT

    The Wayne County Little League will be hosting a baseball themed movie at  the Wayne Theatre on Friday, July 16 at 7 p.m.

    Tickets may be purchased from Little League coaches, at the park office, or at the Monticello Bank locations. Ticket prices are $7 and includes popcorn and a drink.



MEADOW CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH

    Meadow Creek Baptist Church will be hosting a singing on Sunday, July 18 at 6 p.m. The pastor is Bro. Howard Slagle. The featured singers will be The Hall Family. Come and receive a blessing.

YEARBOOKS ARE AVAILABLE AT IMMANUEL

CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

    Yearbooks are in at Immanuel Christian Academy and can be picked up in the office.

REVIVAL AT MT.

PISGAH BAPTIST CHURCH

    Revival services at Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church will begin Sunday, July 18 at 6:30 p.m. nightly. The evangelist will be Bro. Gary Campbell and Bro. Kendall Parnell. Bro. Jason Bertram is the pastor. Everyone is invited to attend.

BENEFIT CAR WASH FOR DANIEL PIERCE

    There will be a benefit car wash at Hardee’s on July 17 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. All proceeds will go to the the Daniel Pierce family. If you would like to volunteer please call 307-0000.

REVIVAL AT LOWER TURKEY CREEK

BAPTIST CHURCH

    Revival services will begin at Lower Turkey Creek Baptist Church on Sunday night, July 18 starting at 7 p.m. Bro. Bill Dick will be the evangelist, Bro. Carlie Tucker is the pastor. Everyone is invited to attend.

ELECTRONIC

RECYCLING EVENT

    The electronic recycling event will be August 2, 3, 4 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Wayne Recycling Building which is located at 219 Creekview Drive (Behind Rite Aid Pharmacy). Bring your T.V.’s, computers, printers, monitors, phones, washers, dryers, refrigerators, water heaters, any and all electronics. This is being sponsored by Wayne County Fiscal Court and Wayne County Recycling. For more information or if you have any questions call 348-4241 or 307-5065.



REVIVAL SERVICES AT BIG SPRINGS BAPTIST CHURCH

    Revival services at Big Springs Baptist Church will begin on Sunday, July 25 at 6:30 p.m. The church is located on Highway 1479 in the Burfield Community. Rev. Johnny Smith, Evangelist, Brother Larry Foster, Pastor. Everyone is welcome.

   

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. The next meeting will be on July 13. Monticello Elementary also needs a minority representative to serve on the Council, if interested please contact Mary McLean at 348-1814.

   

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH

    All school age kids and youth are invited to the drug-free Back to School Bash on Friday, July 30 at the Aspire Center. The event will be from 6-9 p.m. Everything at the event is free: food, swimming, school supplies, inflatable games, haircuts, clothes and more. All children ages 12 and under must have and adult present. Kids that bring a regular size paper drawing about being drug-free will receive a gift. Please get your school supplies before you jump in the pool. Defensive Action Against Drugs, Operation UNITE, WXYR-Star Radio and local businesses, churches and agencies are sponsoring the event.

   

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

    Anyone wishing to help with the Back to School Bash in anyway can call 340-9362 for details. Monetary donations, school supplies, children’s clothing and help at the event is needed. Donations can be made to DAAD and mailed to 229 Hwy. 1765, Monticello, Ky. 42633. Contributions are tax-deductible. Thank you in advance for letting our children know they live in a community that cares about them.

   

PRODUCERS MUST FILE ACREAGE REPORT BY JULY 15

    The Kentucky Farm Service Agency is reminding producers to submit their annual acreage report to their local FSA county office by July 15 to meet FSA program eligibility requirements. Farmers must file their reports accurately and timely for all crops and land uses, including prevented and failed acreage, grain crops, hay and pasture, tobacco, other crops, to ensure they receive the maximum FSA program benefits possible. Accurate acreage reports are necessary to determine and maintain eligibility for various programs, such as DCP and newer programs authorized in the 2008 Farm Bill.  Contact FSA with any questions by calling 606-348-9383, or stop by the USDA Service Center at 78 Barnes Drive, Monticello.

       

FLOWER PICKUP AT PLEASANT HILL BAPTIST CHURCH CEMETERY.

    Anyone who wishes to pick up their flowers at Pleasant Hill Baptist Church Cemetery should do so now, as mowing will begin next week.



LIVING WELL WITH DIABETES CLASSES

    The Wayne County Health Department will be offering Living Well with Diabetes classes on August 5, 12, 19, 26 and October 7, 14, 21, 28 from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Preregistration is required for evening sessions and support group call 1-800-928-4416 ext. 166. They will also be offering night classes on Nutrition Basics on July 19 and Diabetes Basics on August 20 from 5 to 7 p.m.

   

BRYD-ZACHARY REUNION

    The descendants of William Harrison Byrd and Lucinda Hildreath Zachary will be holding the 31st annual Byrd-Zachary reunion on Saturday, July 31 starting at 3 p.m.  The reunion will be held at the Clinton County Fairgrounds in Albany, Ky. Pictures will be taken at 4:30 p.m., dinner will be served at 5 p.m. and an auction will start at 6 p.m. with doorprizes following.  Please bring your favorite covered dish, family pictures, 2 gifts for the auction (1 wrapped and 1 unwraped and no gag gifts), and anything you would like to share. Come early and be prepared to visit and have lots of fun. There will be music, entertainment and more. For more information contact Donna Asberry at 904-641-6237 or Kenny Byrd at 859-351-1347 or eku9507@yahoo.com. Please don’t bring any pets.

   

FREE 4-WEEK PROPHETIC CLINIC

    The public is invited to a free 4-week Prophetic Clinic to be held July 11, 18, 25 and August 1 at Faith Tabernacle just outside of Albany, Ky. The clinic will be conducted by a non-denominational guest teacher from Tulsa, Okla.

    If you feel called to operate in the gift of prophecy or the the 5-fold office of the prophet, or if you are a pastor who needs a greater understanding of those in your congregation who are called to the prophetic office or to a prophetic gifting and/or would like to introduce yor church to this tremendous grace of God (i.e. 1 Thes. 5:19-20, Eph. 4:11, ect.), then don’t miss this! Come and bring your congregation.

    Faith Tabernacle is located 1 1/2 miles west of Albany on Hwy. 1590 (Burksville Rd.) For more information, please call 606-306-7001.

   

21ST ANNUAL FRIENDS OF LAKE CUMBERLAND CLEANUP

    The 21st Annual Friends of Lake Cumberland Cleanup will be held Saturday, September 18. Volunteers and concerned citizens may help clean up trash, old tires, appliances and other items that litter the shore line. Participants should check in on September 18 at 9 a.m. EDT and 8 a.m. CDT at Grider Hill Dock, Lake Cumberland State Dock Ramp, Cave Springs Marina, Conley Bottom Marina, Waitsboro Recreation Area and General Burnside Island State Park. Following the cleanup volunteers are invited to a free cookout, with door prizes, at General Burnside Island at 3 p.m. EDT and Lake Cumberland State Park at 3 p.m. CDT. For more information call Steve at 606-451-1402.

   

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AT ST. JOHNS CHURCH

    St. John Church will be having Vacation Bible School from July 14-16 starting at 7: p.m. and ending at 9 p.m. This years theme is We are all God’s Children. There will be classes for all ages including adults. Everyone is invited to attend.

   

WATSON FAMILY REUNION

    The James and Sarah Simpson Watson family reunion will be held Saturday, July 17 at the Senior Citizens Building.

    Everyone please bring and a covered dish and drinks. Fried chicken, coffee and dinner ware will be provided. Dinner will start at noon.

    There will be a white elephant sale, so everyone please bring a wrapped gift.

    On Sunday morning Uncle Elmer is planning to have a service at the Old Sandusky Cometary. Everyone please come out and join us for a good time with family and friends.

   

FREE COMMUNITY CANNING DAYS

    The Extension Office will be having free canning days. The Extension office will provide the use of pressure canners, hot water bath canners, the kitchen and other equipment. Please bring you produce, canning jars, lids, and rings.

    Open community canning days will be July 12-14 and the week of July 26-30 at either 10 a.m. or 5 p.m. The kitchens will be open to individuals wishing to can their produce such as green beans, whole tomatoes, tomato juice, and salsa. Please call to reserve a time slot.

    Also bring your PRESTO Pressure Canner lid to the office to have it checked free to make sure they are working properly.

   

COOPER-DUNCAN VALLEY SCHOOL REUNION

    The Cooper-Duncan Valley School reunion will be July, 24 at the Senior Citizens Building starting at 10 a.m.  Lunch will start at 12 everyone please bring a covered dish and catch  up with your classmates. For information call 348-4561.

   

BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH WILL BE CELEBRATING 200TH ANNIVERSARY

    Bethel Baptist Church will at Parmleysville will be celebrating it’s 200th Anniversary on Saturday, July 17 at 10 a.m. Everyone is welcome to attend. Please bring a covered dish and enjoy the day with us. The Pastor is Bro. Lawrence Haynes.

   

VETERAN ASSISTANCE OFFICER TO ASSIST AREA VETERANS

    Gary Jones, Field Representative for the KY Dept of Veterans Affairs, will be available to assist veterans in Wayne County at the National Guard Armory, Monticello, Ky. He will be there on Tuesday, July, 20 from 9 a.m. through 12 p.m. 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 further information, or if you have any questions, you may call Gary Jones, Regional Field Representative for the KDVA at 800-850-1392 or 270-651-9578.

   

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL AT OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH

    Saddle up and hit the trail on Saddle Ridge Ranch, with Vacation Bible School at Oak Grove Baptist Church, in the Conley Bottom Community. Giddy up and get ready with a wild wild west kick off Saturday, July 10 from 4-6 p.m. and Vacation Bible School July 11-15 from 6-8 p.m. nightly. There will be classes for all ages. For transportation call 348-0799.

   

WAYNE COUNTY 1989 CLASS COOKOUT

    The Wayne County Class of 1989 will be having a family cookout August 14 at noon at F and T Lake. We would like to invite the Monticello class of 1989 to join us in the activities. Everyone is asked to bring a covered dish, drinks and chairs. We hope to see you there, signs will be posted.

   

8th ANNUAL SINGING DOWN ON THE FARM

    The 8th annual Singing Down on the Farm will be Saturday, July 17 at 6 p.m. The singing will be located at 1630 Leslie Rd. Hwy. 691 Burkesville, Ky. The special guest will be the Cookes, Cooke Brothers and the Sneed Family. Everyone is welcome to attend admission is free please bring your lawn chairs. Concession will be available.

    For more information or directions please call 270-864-2230.

   

GRASS IN THE CITY CLOSED FOR THE SUMMER

    Grass in the City will be closed for the summer. They will be re-opening on the first Friday of October.

   

UNITED WAY 25TH ANNUAL GOLF SCRAMBLE

    United Way of South Central Kentucky will be having their 25th annual Golf Scramble on Wednesday, August 4 at 12 noon shotgun start at the Eagle’s Nest Country Club.  For entry fee and registration information call 606-679-2974 or e-mail uwsky@hyperaction.net.

   

3RD ANNUAL CUMBERLAND CRUSHERS COACH PITCH CLASSIC BASEBALL TOURNAMENT

    The 3rd annual Cumberland Crushers Coach Pitch Classic Baseball Tournament will be July 23-24 for ages 8 and under. The tournament will be held in Russell Springs. There is a three game minimum and an entry fee. For more information call 270-566-2529.

   

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. and the third Friday of every month at 7 p.m. at the Wayne County Senior Services Center. We practice 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.

   

FIGHT AGAINST DRUGS GUIDED ATV/UTV RIDE CANCELED

    Due to unforeseen circumstances the Fight Against Drugs guided ATV/UTV Ride that was scheduled for Saturday, August 21 has been canceled.



4TH ANNUAL STEEL HORSE STAMPEDE

    The 4th annual Steel Horse Stampede will be the last Sunday in September which is the 26. The event will take place in Burksville, Ky. in Cumberland County. Steel horse riders come and join us to stomp out cancer. The Steel Horse Stampede is a Relay for Life event. For more information contact kytuba@gmail.



EMERGENCY CONSERVATION PROGRAM  (ECP) AVAILABLE FOR FLOODING

    Agricultural producers who suffered damage as a result of the May flooding may request cost-share assistance from USDA to rehabilitate damaged farmlands. Emergency Conservation Program (ECP) practices that may be applicable to flooding would be assistance for debris removal, fence restoration, grading, shaping and re-leveling as well as restoration of conservation structures.

    Producers may request assistance through their local offices even before the program is implemented. When a request for assistance is filed, it is important that the applicant know the extent of damage and the action that is going to be required to recover from the damages.  An onsite inspection by FSA is required.

    Contact your local FSA county office regarding questions and for additional information.



LIVESTOCK INDEMNITY PROGRAM (LIP) AVAILABLE FOR LIVESTOCK DEATH DUE TO FLOODING

    Through the Livestock Indemnity Program, livestock producers may be eligible for compensation for livestock death in excess of normal mortality due to adverse weather. Eligible causes of loss include flood and lightning, as well as several other weather events. A Notice of Loss must be reported to the Farm Service Agency no later than 30 days after the loss became apparent to the livestock producer. Certain documentation is required. Producers should contact FSA to file a FSA-914 (Notice of Loss/Application) by calling 606-348-9383, or visit the USDA Service Center at 78 Barnes Drive, Monticello, KY 42633.

    USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272(voice), or (202) 720-6382 (TDD).



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.

   

MISSING PHOTOS

    The Alumni Association of the former Carlisle High School is seeking to locate missing photos of six of the past CHS classes. Missing from a collection on display at the Nicholas County Public Library are photos of the CHS graduating classes of 1908, 1910, 1913, 1914, and 1919. Individuals who may have any of the photos, or who may have information regarding the location of any of the photos are requested to please call Mary Catherine Knapke at 859-289-2324 or contact her via email at Knapek@bellsouth.net.



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.



NEW COVENANT FELLOWSHIP

    There will be a church service lunch after 10 a.m. on the first Sunday of each month. Please bring a covered dish. The church is located at the corner of 1275 and Bell Lane. Pastor Terry Munsey and congregation invite everyone to attend.

   

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 Citizen 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 fund raising 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 monthly meeting will be temporarily moved to McDonalds 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 hurt, 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.                                   



W.C. REPUBLICAN PARTY

    The W.C Republican Party will be having a general meeting on the second Tuesday of each month at the ASPIRE Center at 6 p.m. All republicans welcome.

           

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.

                   

JESUS’ LIGHTHOUSE CHURCH

    Jesus’ Lighthouse Church will hold a special singing and supper every third Saturday of the month. We will have featured singers and others. For more information call 606-340-9737 or 606-340-0523. Pastor Sally Dishman invites everyone to attend.



NARCONON OUTPATIENT DRUG TREATMENT PROGRAM AND EDUCATION

    Narconon reminds parents that abuse of addictive pharmaceutical drugs with youth is on the rise. Learn to recognize the signs of drug abuse and get your kids help if they need it. Call Narconon for a free brochure on the signs of addiction for all types of drugs. Narconon also offers free addiction counseling, assessments and referrals to rehabilitation centers at 877-413-3073 or www.drugsno.com



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, Rt. 2 Box 2875, Monticello, Ky. 42633.



SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER ACTIVITIES

    The Wayne County Senior Citizen Center offers a variety of activities: grocery shopping, monthly blood pressure checks, day and afternoon shopping trips, 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 By Pass, 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 6-8 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.

   

MT. PISGAH CEMETERY UPKEEP

    Anyone having family buried at Mt. Pisgah Cemetery is asked to donate to the mowing fund. Donations may be made at Monticello Banking Co., to the Mt. Pisgah Cemetery fund.  To make a donation call 606-348-7786.



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, 715 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.



LAKE CUMBERLAND FAMILY CAREGIVERS SUPPORT GROUP

    Quest Community Services, Inc. will provide a free family caregivers support group on the third Friday of each month in McCreary County. In Wayne County, the group meets on the third Thursday of each month in Monticello. After a short presentation from our featured speaker, there will be bingo, food and prizes. For time, location and further information call Susan Anderson at 606-376-4466.

           

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.

       

WAYNE COUNTY ADULT EDUCATION CENTER

    Wayne County Adult Education Center has resumed classes on Tuesday and Thursday evenings until 7 p.m. This will give an opportunity to individuals who aren’t able to attend day classes. The center is open weekly on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Our Family Literacy program offers Parent and Children Together (PACT) Time on Tuesdays 3 p.m.-5 p.m. with homework help for school age children and Wednesdays from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. There will be Baby (PACT) Parent and Child Together Time.

    Classes are always free. We offer many opportunities for you at the Adult Education Center: earn a gold or silver employability certificate through Work keys; earn a G.E.D.; learn to read; upgrade basic general education skills; learn to type; learn basic computer skills; study for drivers or CDL permit; enroll in family literacy; learn English as a second language; or Kentucky Para-Educators Assessment (teacher’s aide test.)

    We are located at 220 East Highway 90 Bypass next to ACE Hardware. For more information please call 606-348-5286.



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 material 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.