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TODAY
Camp You Go Girl
Huntsville Church of Christ will host Camp You Go Girl this week through Friday from 5:45-8 p.m. The camp will be five evenings of free fun for girls to learn what makes them unique. Campers will develop self-esteem while participating in: self defense, karaoke, crafts, hiking and more. For more information, e-mail tiffanybiagas@aol.com or call (936) 581-5354.
Peripheral Vascular Disease screenings
HMH Center for Rehabilitation is offering free Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) screenings today. ABI screenings help diagnose Peripheral Vascular Disease, which has symptoms of pain, fatigue, or discomfort in the muscles of your legs or feet. If you would like a free ABI screening, contact the HMH Center for Rehab at (936) 291-4300 for an appointment.
Gem and Mineral Society
The Piney Woods Gem and Mineral Society will meet today at 7 p.m. at the Carriage Inn, located at 2805 Lake Road in Huntsville. All who are interested in the earth sciences, rocks, minerals, fossils, artifacts and the lapidary arts are invited to attend. Presentations, discussions and activities for family members of all ages will be offered. Education, show-and-tell, door prizes, raffles, and refreshments will be at every meeting. For more information, e-mail KDF@TexasRockhound.net, call Kevin at (936) 594-9876 or visit the Web site at www.pwgms.org.
Pop Warner Football & Cheer Camp
The Pop Warner Huntsville Bears are hosting a youth football and cheer camp for three days, today through Friday, at Kate Barr Ross Park (at the bottom fields). Participants will work on conditioning, fundamentals, and basic football and cheer skills. The camp will run from 6-8 p.m. each evening and is open to all area youth ages 5-13. Please come 30 minutes early on Wednesday to register. No prior playing experience is required. Cost of the camp is $40and includes a t-shirt.
THURSDAY
CASA Training
Walker County Advocate Training begins July 29 in the First National Bank Building, Blalock Room. Volunteer applications can be found at www.CASAofWalkerCounty.org or call (936) 291-6363 for more information.
FRIDAY
Blood Drive
Huntsville Memorial Hospital is hosting a community blood drive Friday, July 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the HMH Conference Rooms. Donors must provide identification, such as drivers license, student ID card, etc. All blood types are needed. Please give the ‘gift of life.’
SATURDAY
Youth soccer sign-ups
Soccer registration for the HVYSA Fall Season will be held at the West Hill Mall from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 31, and again on Aug. 7 and Aug. 14. Games start Sept. 11. Players must be 4 years old as of July 31, 2010. A copy of the birth certificate is required. For more information please call (936) 295-5885.
UPCOMING
Weight loss surgery seminar
Please join Huntsville Memorial Hospital and Dr. Jason Balette for a seminar on bariatric weight-loss surgery at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 3, in the HMH Conference Rooms. If you’re seriously overweight, risks like diabetes and heart disease are too serious to ignore. Come hear board-certified surgeon Dr. Jason Balette discuss surgical weight loss procedures, recovery and patient qualifications. Call (936) 291-4599 to make a reservation.
Adoption Orientation
Lutheran Social Services of the South has opened up a Conroe/ The Woodlands office to serve the needs of Montgomery County and surrounding area(s). We are looking for families that are interested in foster care and or adoption that are willing to provide a safe, secure and loving home to a child or children in need. Orientation will be held from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 3 and from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 5. Contact Kimberly Greene at (281) 298-8639, Lacey Laude at (866) 700-0014 or Kandi Carruthat (281) 298-8639.
Diabetes Support Group August 5
The Diabetes Support Group will meet Thursday, Aug. 5, at 6 p.m. in the HMH Conference Rooms. The topic will be “Medications and Diabetes: What is Safe to Take?”, presented by Donna Baker, R.Ph., Kroger Pharmacy. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, call 291-4599.
Fish Fry
The Knights of Columbus Fish Fry for August will be held on Friday, Aug. 6, from 5-7 p.m. at the Church hall, St. Thomas Catholic Church at 16th and M St. The usual menu will include deep fried fish, fried okra, hush puppies, french fries, cole slaw and ice tea. Price for dinner is $7 for adults and $5 for children under 12. Carry-out dinners are welcome. For further information, please call Ed Jacobs at (936) 661-4014.
Clothing Giveaway
The Huntsville Church of Christ’s Annual Community Clothing Giveaway will take place from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 6 and Saturday, Aug. 7. Clothes for all ages, genders, and sizes will be given away, including HISD standardized dress code clothing. Call the church office at (936) 295-3884 for more information.
Car Wash
Power of Faith Ministries will hold a car wash in the parking lot of Church’s Chicken on Aug. 7 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Donations appreciated. Call (936) 577-8297 for more information.
Garden in a Pot ... and What?
The library is pleased to host Walker County’s Master Gardeners’ presentation of “Container Vegetable Gardening” on Friday, Aug. 6, from 10-11:30 a.m. in City Hall’s Council Chambers, 1212 Avenue M. Come learn there is no need to have a plot of land or even a back yard to produce a yummy harvest of fresh vegetables ... vegetables that won’t be labeled for country of origin or that leave you wondering just what chemicals were used in the growing process. To register for this free class or for more information, call Denise Tilson at (936) 291-5471.
Emergency Personnel Appreciation Dinner
The 10th Annual Walker County Emergency Personnel Appreciation Dinner is scheduled for Aug. 7 from 6-8 p.m. at the Walker County Storm Shelter on Hwy 75 North. Admission is free to the public to attend this event which will allow the residents of Walker County to come out and show their appreciation and gratitude for those who place their lives on the lines each day for them, their families, their neighbors and their businesses. Cost for the meal is $6 for adults and $4 for children under 12. Anyone wishing to participate contact: Kim Williams (936) 344-8164.
or kwilliams@firstvictoria.com.
Rummage Sale
St. Thomas Ladies Annual Rummage Sale will be held on Aug. 6 at 10 a.m. till 6 p.m. and Aug. 7 from 8 a.m. till 3 p.m. Furniture, appliances, tools, clothing, etc. Located at 1323 16th Street in the CCE Building. Shop in air conditioned comfort. Funds used to support the youth of the community. For more information, call Cathy Martin (936) 295-0290.
Barbecue sandwich sale
The American Legion Sam Houston Post 95 in Huntsville is having its annual Barbecue Sandwich Sale on Friday, Aug. 6, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Cost is $5 per person and each lunch includes one chopped brisket sandwich, one bag of chips, one soft drink, and condiments (pickles, onions and barbecue sauce.) Pre-ordering starts Monday, Aug. 2. Call Randy Neal at (936) 661-4711 or Post 95 after 4 p.m. at (936) 291-0129 to place your order. Feel free to dine-in or carry-out. Free delivery available with minimum order of at least five sandwiches. All proceeds benefit charities of the Sons of The American Legion and The American Legion Riders (Riders Legacy Scholarship Fund, Veterans Christmas Baskets, etc.) For more information, please visit our Website at www.samhoustonpost95.org.
‘Ant and the Grasshopper’ cast to visit library
The cast of the Huntsville Children’s Theatre will perform selected scenes from their upcoming production of the “Ant and the Grasshopper” during story hour on Thursday, Aug. 5, at 10:30 a.m. Story Hour at the Huntsville Public Library is a complimentary program that promotes emergent reading skills for preschool aged children. Story Hour includes stories, songs, and dance and concludes with a craft activity. For more information, visit the Library’s Web site at myhuntsvillelibrary.com or call the Library at (936)291-5472. The Old Town Theatre performance of the Ant and the Grasshopper will take place on Aug. 6 and 7 at 7 p.m.
Garage Sale
Most Holy Trinity Ladies Guild will hold its annual garage sale on Aug. 7-8. Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Parish Hall, 401 Prospect Dr. in Trinity.
Ice Cream Supper
The Crabbs Prairie Volunteer Fire Department will host a Homemade Ice Cream Supper on Saturday, Aug. 7, from 6-8 p.m. at Crabbs Prairie VFD Station, FM 1696 West at Highway 75 North. Donations will be accepted at the door.
Locating Your Roots
Huntsville Public Library presents “Learning to Locate Your Roots: Addressing the Research Challenges in African-American Genealogy” Sources, Methods and Memory Writing presented by Professional Genealogist Johnnie Jo Dickenson on Wednesday, Aug. 11, from 2-4 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers, 1212 Avenue M. Registration is required for this free class. For more information or to register, call Denise Tilson at (936) 291-5471. Handouts provided.
Chamber Small Business Breakfast
The next Small Business Breakfast of the Huntsville-Walker County Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by Sam Houston State University Athletics, will take place on Thursday, Aug. 12 at Golden Corral beginning at 7:30 a.m. The purpose of the Small Business Breakfast is to allow businesses the opportunity to give a short introduction about themselves and their establishment and all members attending will be included in a drawing for door prizes. Come join us for the most important meal of the day. We average about 50 members at every breakfast… so stop by, network with other Chamber members and help build your business while you are there! Cost is only $7 for Chamber Members and is payable at the door. Reservations are requested — please call the Chamber at (936) 295-8113.
HHS Freshman Orientation
Huntsville High School will hold its freshman orientation on from 8 a.m. to noon on Thursday, Aug. 12. For more information, call (936) 293-2626.
AARP
The Huntsville/Walker Co. Chapter of AARP will meet on Thursday, Aug. 12, at the Elkins Lake Clubhouse. Huntsville City Manager Bill Baine will be the evening’s speaker. The chapter will also be celebrating its 35th anniversary. The dinner meeting begins at 6 p.m., and the cost of the plate dinner is $12. Those attending the meeting will have the optional opportunity of bringing a cash donation to support COME’s fundraiser to purchase school supplies.
Preschool Story Hour
The Huntsville Public Library hosts Story Hour every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Story Hour includes stories, songs, dance and finger plays and concludes with a craft activity. The theme for Aug. 12 will be “Alpha Books.” For more information, visit the library’s Web site at myhuntsvillelibrary.com or call (936)291-5472.
20 Year Reunion Class of ‘90
The Class of 1990 will hold its 20th reunion. Schedule is: Aug.13. Meet and greet at Margarita’s from 6-10 p.m.; Aug. 14 at Huntsville State Park Raven Lodge 5-9 p.m.BYOB. Tickets are $20/ individual or $30/ couple. Payable to HHS Class of 1990. Send payment to Anne Atkinson Smith, 11 Michael Street , Huntsville, TX. 77320 by Aug. 10 along with your contact info or drop it off to Anne at Wiesner Huntsville. More info? Call (936) 649-2576. Must be 21 yrs or older to attend due to the party being held on State property.
Preschool Story Hour
The Huntsville Public Library hosts Story Hour every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Story Hour includes stories, songs, dance and finger plays and concludes with a craft activity. The theme for Aug. 19 will be “Prince and Princesses.” For more information, visit the library’s Web site at myhuntsvillelibrary.com or call (936)291-5472.
‘One Night with Elvis and Roy’
Donny Edwards “One Night With Elvis and Roy” with special guest Wayne King will be at the Old Town Theare on Aug. 22 4 p.m. Call (281) 713-8140 for more information. Or visit www.donnyedwardslive.com.
Preschool Story Hour
The Huntsville Public Library hosts Story Hour every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Story Hour includes stories, songs, dance and finger plays and concludes with a craft activity. The theme for Aug. 26 will be “Owen’s Owls.” For more information, visit the library’s Web site at myhuntsvillelibrary.com or call (936)291-5472.
Diva Night
Tickets are on sale now for the first ever Diva Night at Magnolia Lake on Thursday, Sept. 2. Ladies may purchase tickets at the Chamber, Lisa’s Gift Box and Curves for only $25 but only a limited number will be sold. Tickets will provide entry into this “ladies only” event, beverages and hors d’oeuvres, drawings for door prizes and pamper stations, style show and the opportunity to spend an evening with friends.
