MSU Extension Service offers “Forestland as an Investment” courses
The MSU Extension Service will be offering a short course covering all aspects of timberland ownership and management on five consecutive Tuesdays (Sept. 25 and Oct. 2) from 6-8 p.m. This program is designed for landowners, foresters, or others considering investing in land and timber. Cost is $30 per person, $40 per couple for materials and dinner on the last evening.
Please register by Aug. 30. Make checks payable to Newton CFA and mail to P.O. Box 188, Newton, MS 39327. For more information, contact Leanne McGee at 601-635-7011.
Email announcements to Brent Maze at bmaze@newtoncountyappeal.com.
Pearl River Clean Sweep
The Pearl Riverkeeper organization is looking for volunteers to take part in the second annual Pearl River Clean Sweep Sept. 22.
Hundreds of volunteers across two states will help collect trash and debris from the Pearl River from its origin in Nanih Waiya to the Gulf Coast.
Volunteer positions are open to all ages. Residents can visit pearlriverkeeper.com/cleanup-locations-2018.html for a list of cleanup sites and registration.
Bluegrass Gospel Singing on the River and Cornhole Tournament
The public is invited to head to the Chunky River Recreation area, Saturday, Oct. 20, for a day of music, fun and food at the Bluegrass Gospel Singing on the River and Cornhole Tournament.
Singing will begin at 11 a.m., with bands such as Leipers Fork Bluegrass, Pilgrim Family Bluegrass Band and Jason Archie Family
The first Boss Toss Cornhole Tournament will kick off after the music, around 3:30 p.m. Teams will be able to compete for a $5 entry fee. Prizes and trophies will be awarded to the first and second place finishers.
Admission is free, but residents are encouraged to stop by the concession stands, which will be available throughout the day. Bring your own lawn chair.
For more information call 601-480-3045.
Lawrence School Reunion
The Annual reunion of the Lawrence School will meet October 6, 2018. Everyone is invited to start gathering at 10 a.m. and after a potluck meal, hopefully everyone will stay around and visit. Alumni please make plans to attend and bring a guest. Feel free to bring pictures, as well as stories to tell and pass around from our time together at this wonderful old school. Look forward to seeing you all there!
Doolittle Family Reunion
The annual Doolittle family reunion will be held Saturday, Sept. 15, at the historic Thomas Irish Doolittle home in Newton. The address is 143 Doolittle Road. Registration begins at 10 a.m. with the business meeting starting at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Kay Crenshaw at 601-479-7943
Decatur Woman’s Progressive Club Bunco Tournament
Everyone is invited to participate in the Decatur Woman’s Progressive Club Bunco Tournament at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15, at the Decatur Volunteer Fire Department. The cost to participate is $10. Proceed will go to benefit the fire department and club projects. Light snacks will be served, and door prizes will be given. Attendees are encouraged to wear their favorite team jersey.
Fall Wreath Raffle
The Decatur Woman’s Progressive Club is pleased to announce tickets are on sale for the club’s Fall Wreath Raffle. Tickets cost $1 each. A winner will be drawn Oct. 15. For more information, contact Anita Marshall at 601-683-2782
Newton Historical Cultural Commission
The monthly meeting of the Newton Historical Cultural Commission will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 27 at the Hoye House. All members and interested persons are urged to attend.
WhistleStop Marketplace Vendor Applications
The Newton Chamber of Commerce is hosting their 9th Annual WhistleStop Marketplace on Saturday, Dec. 1 in the Historic Newton Depot. If you are interested in becoming a vendor for the event, please visit their website (www.newtonchamberms.com) or give them a call at 601-683-2201. Vendor deadline is November 2nd.
“Marvin Brown and God’s Anointed Musical”
Marvin Brown and God’s Anointed will be having a Gospel Concert Sunday, Oct. 7 at 5 p.m., at The C. H. Boler Building. Special guests for the event will be Marvin Brown and God’s Anointed of Meridian, Union Grove Mass Choir of Forest, The Gospel Songs Birds of Meridian and many, many more. Please come out and have a wonderful time in the Lord.
Mayes Family Reunion
The Mayes reunion will be held at 10 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 23, at Union Park.
Shirt Factory Past, Present and Future Celebration
Attention. Calling all current and former employees of the Decatur Shirt Factory and Bonhomme Shirt Factory to celebrate the past, present and future from 12:30 - 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 30, at the C.H. Boler Building on Hwy. 15 North in Decatur. There will be live music and food. For more information, contact Ms. Linda Parker at 601-416-2357.
Flora Fall Plant Swap
The Flora Fall Plant Swap, scheduled for 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, 2018, will be held in the Flora Library meeting room. Bring one or two well-rooted plants to swap, and others if you want to share. The event is Free!
For information, call 601-879-8835 (Library) or 601-879-8252 (Janis)
Directions: Taking Hwy 49 to Flora, the South Flora exit at the Bank of Yazoo, the library is about a mile on the right. From Hwy 22, the library is a block off Main Street.
Mississippi State University Alumni Association Newton County Chapter
The Newton County Chapter of the MSU Alumni Association will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 25 at East Central Community College. All MSU alumni are encouraged to attend and participate in the meeting.
