CROSSVILLE —
The Seniors of 127 South met Dec. 21 for their regular games, conversation, sweets and coffee. Arlene Simmons called the bingo numbers, and Buckeye Home Health furnished the bingo prizes. Fred Zoeller, president, opened the regular meeting, with Mildred Mims giving the prayer and Gerry Mims leading the pledge to the flag.
Jan Neitzke gave the trips report and the first trip in 2013 will be to Renfro Valley, KY for a variety show. Cost will be $65 and that includes dinner. Seats are still available for this trip. April 15-19 will be the Memphis/Tunica trip, with final payment due in January. There are two trips scheduled for Mackinac Island and those dates are Sept. 8-14 and Sept. 22-28.
Nancy Fincher gave the sunshine report and asked members to keep the following in their prayers: Jim Brennan, Mary Hirsch, Frances Brown, Bill Bullard, Dee Crawford, Pat Mount, Dot Conklin, T.C. Lewis, Leroy Hinkson, Mario Gambaccini and Kathleen Zuk.
Fred reminded everyone that the senior center will be closed Dec. 28 and installation of officers will be Jan. 4. There will be no bluegrass music Dec. 27. Keep bringing in items for the 127 yard sale and keep buying Kroger coupons.
Betty and Mike Roe provided the entertainment — Christmas songs and storytelling. After the table blessing, Elaine Mumme and kitchen crew served meatloaf along with sides brought in by members.
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127 Seniors to experience Renfro Valley variety show next month
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PLATEAU GARDENING: Watch for rhododendron borers and carpenter bees
Inspect rhododendron shrubs showing wilted or dead branches. In early February I noticed one of the main stems on a rhododendron by my driveway had broken off. Thinking a photo might make a good illustration for an article on pruning to remove damaged limbs, I took a picture with my digital camera. However, when enhancing the image, two oval holes with the longer part aligned lengthwise on the stem caught my eye. One was right at the break, the other further down. Those holes looked like borer damage.
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Veterans a big part of Fair Park
The week before Veterans Day, Fair Park Senior Center interviewed some of the folks at Fair Park Senior Center who had served the country in the service. Over 70 men stated they had served and one woman. Giving up a lot to serve, sharing that common bond, only they can understand. No matter which branch or which war, they all share a deep passion for this country.
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PLEASANT HILL RAMBLINGS: Neilson in concert May 31
The award-winning folk singer Tom Neilson will be bringing his message of “Music for Social Change” to Pleasant Hill, on Friday, May 31, at 7 p.m. in the Pleasant Hill Community Church, UCC.
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Events planned at Cumberland Mtn. State Park
Cumberland Mountain State Park has several special programs planned. All programs are considered PG-13, which means parental guidance is recommended.
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Lots of choices promised for Roan Mtn. hike
The Plateau Chapter of the Tennessee Trails Association holds a leaderless hike every Wednesday morning. These are typically five to seven miles in length. For additional information, contact Bill Harris at 484-9152 or visit the Plateau Chapter Blog at http://ttaplateauchapter.blogspot.com.
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AROUND THE TOWN: Welcome summer with a few good books
The unofficial start to summer begins this weekend with the Memorial Day Holiday. Although summer does not officially begin until June, for most of us, this first warm weather holiday is the preview of about three months of boating, fishing, camping, vacationing, picnics, family reunions and cook outs.
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Schatz named May artist of the month at PCAC
Jessica Schatz, the artist of the month at the Plateau Creative Arts Center, has been an artist for as long as she can remember. She also remains busy as an interior designer, specializing in staging and new construction, and is also a pet portrait photographer. In addition, she donates her photography services, photographing homeless pets in order to help them find homes.
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Folksinger to perform May 31 in Pleasant Hill
The award-winning folk singer Tom Neilson will be bringing his message of “Music for Social Change” to Pleasant Hill, on Friday, May 31, at 7 p.m. in the Pleasant Hill Community Church, UCC. The Shalom Center for Continuing Education, a non-profit educational center is sponsoring this appearance of the nationally well-known artist.
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127 Seniors plan for annual picnic
On May 17, the members of the 127 South Senior Center had an enjoyable time socializing and playing bingo, dominos and billiards. Numbers were called by John Bohrman, with the prizes furnished by Dr. M. Stewart Galloway, M.D.
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Pleasant Hill Ramblings: Pleasant Hill Elementary honors volunteers
Mary Ann Kotus-Huff, principal of Pleasant Hill Elementary School (PHS), recently welcomed volunteers to the annual Volunteer Tea. It was held in the gaily decorated new all-purpose room of the new annex. Volunteers were treated to sandwiches, fruit, cheese and crackers and cupcakes.
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