Published: February 19, 2008 11:33 am            

What's News for Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008

Jacksonville Jammers Dulcimer Club

Jacksonville Jammers Dulcimer Club meets from 5:30 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 23, at the Jacksonville Senior Citizens Center, 302 S. Bolton, Jacksonville. Free beginning and intermediate mountain dulcimer lessons will be given. All acoustic instruments welcome for a Jam and Open Mic session. Try us! You will like us!



TMRA II meet

An organizational meeting will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 21, at Lupe’s Mexican Restaurant. Purpose of the meeting is to form an East Texas Chapter of the Texas Motorcycle Rights Association (TMRA II). State officers Sputnik and Dee will be present. All area motorcyclists interested in protecting their rights are encouraged to attend. Call 903-589-0950 or 903-721-1120 for more information.



Early voting locations

Early voting for primary elections is Feb. 19-29 at the Jacksonville Senior Citizen's Center, 300 S. Bolton St., Jacksonville, the County Clerk's Office at the Cherokee County Courthouse in Rusk and at the A. Frank Smith United Methodist Church, 103 Cooper St, Alto. Also, early voting will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 23 and from 1 to 5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 24.



Black History program

Seminary Heights Church of Christ would like to invite the community to the annual Black History program at 7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 28, at the church, 1208 Arnold St., Jacksonville. This year’s theme is “You’ve Been Spotted.” The event will also honor five local couples who have been married for more than 50 years each — Emerson and Mattie Brown, Clifford and Mary Holman, George and Mary Thrikill, Willie and Bobby Taylor and Berry and Ruby Robinson. A Community Impact Service Award will also be given to Sarah Robinson, Asaree Ragsdale and Tyree Wells.

Healing room offered

River of Life Christian Church in Rusk has recently opened a Healing Room in which they offer prayer free of charge to anyone in need of healing. If you would like to come for prayer, the Healing Room is open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday though Thursday or by appointment. Call 903-683-3132 for details.



Driver’s Safety course

The two-day AARP driver safety course will be conducted at 1 p.m. both Thursday, Feb. 28 and Friday, Feb. 29 at the First United Methodist CHurch, 1031 SE Loop 456, Jacksonville. To register for the course, or for additional information, call Bud Breen at 903-586-9321.



NTVGWCD meet

The Neches and Trinity Valleys Groundwater Conservation District will meet at 1 p.m., Feb. 21, at the district office, 212 S. Main St., Jacksonville. An Executive committee workshop will begin at 12:01 p.m.



Obama support meeting

An organizational meeting for Cherokee County supporters of Sen. Barak Obama will be held at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, at the offices of Moak & Kesler, Attorneys, 318 Neches St., Jacksonville. Democrats, Independents and Republicans who hope to see Obama elected President are invited to attend. Call Eldridge Moak, 903-589-7800, for details.



Eastern Star cookbook on sale

Jacksonville 337 chapter of the Eastern Star has collected 550 of the best recipes from group members, family and friends and compiled then into an attractive keepsake cookbook. Books are on sale now for $10. All proceeds benefit the chapter’s benevolent projects. Call Dorothy Gumpert, 903-586-1228 to order a cookbook.



School board election notice

Monday, Feb. 11, is the first day to file an application to run for a seat on the Jacksonville Independent School District Board of Trustees. Place 3 and 4 are to be voted upon in the May 10, 2008 election. The application deadline is March 10..



Literacy Council English classes

The Jacksonville Literacy Council is offering at 10 a.m. each Friday at the Literary Council office, 215 E. Commerce St., Suite 215 A in Jacksonville. The class is open to any interested person and will teach basic speaking, reading and writing in English as well as citizenship participation. Please call 903-586-6125 to enroll or for more information. Leave a message if the answering machine answers.



Archeological conference

The 2008 East Texas Archeological Conference will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 16, at the Robert M. Muntz Library (Room 401) at the University of Texas at Tyler. This is the 15th meeting of this conference sponsored by the Texas Archeological Society – Region 4, the Friends of Northeast Texas Archeology, the Deep East Texas Archeological Society and other regional organizations. The conference brings together avocational and professional archeologists as well as the general public to discuss recent archeological discoveries and research in East Texas. If you are interested in presenting a paper or poster, or for more information contact Tom Middlebrook, TMdlbrk@aol.com, cell 936-556-0854.



ABATE monthly

The regular monthly meeting of District 11 ABATE (American Bikers Aiming Toward Education) will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, in at the Lupe’s Restaurant banquet room. All area motorcyclists are invited to attend. For more information, call 903-589-0950 or 903-279-5652.



Pike in concert

Miles Pike will present a free southern gospel concert at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, at Central Baptist Church. Pike started singing in church when he was 9. for more information, call 903-586-2215.



Adopt a Street

The city of Jacksonville sponsored organization, Keep Jacksonville Beautiful is asking for your help in getting rid of the litter along the streets and roads. If you would like to adopt a street or road in the city or in Cherokee County, call Casey Beach at 903-721-1003 or Laura Battle at 903-586-2217.



Bath and Beauty sale

The ETMC-Jacksonville Auxiliary is sponsoring a ‘Bath and Beauty’ sale, which has been rescheduled for 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday, March 6 and from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, March 7, in the Grand Lobby of the hospital.



ETMC-Jacksonville Auxiliary meeting

The ETMC-Jacksonville Auxiliary will have a general meeting at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 20 in the Crawford Godfrey meeting room at the hospital. All members are welcome.



Friday night supper

VFW Post 3984 serves supper every Friday night at the hall, 201 Memorial Drive, Jacksonville. Call 903-586-1306 for serving times and to see what’s on the menu.



Karoke Saturday night

VFW Post 3984 has karoke from 8 p.m. to midnight, every Saturday at the hall, 201 Memorial Drive, Jacksonville. The event is sponsored by Boogie Butt Productions. There is no cover charge, but attendees must be 21 years of age and over. Call 903-586-1306.



Sam Terry cancer fund

The Sam Terry cancer fund has been established in Terry’s honor at Austin Bank. The money collected will be used to fund the medication and the transportation costs of cancer patients who need help getting to and from doctor appointments. Donations may be made at any branch of Austin Bank.



Donkey Basketball

Donkey Basketball is coming to Rusk High School 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 22, at the RHS gym. This will be a Senior Finale fundraiser in conjunction with the Rusk State Hospital Employee Council. Tickets are $5 in advance and $7 at the door. Advance tickets are on sale now at Brookshire Bros.



JHS Career and Technology Education Community Training Night

Jacksonville High School’s Department of Career and Technology Education is asking community members interesting in learning new skills to join the Community Training Night, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights throughout the school year in room 404 of the Career and Technology building on the Jacksonville High School Campus. The next class will be held Tuesday, Feb. 12. Subject of the class will be “Sports Scoring and Brackets in Spreadsheets.” There is a $5 registration fee for each course. Participants can register online: http://www.jisd.org/CATEcntreg.htm for the community training sessions or they can call the office, 903-586-1021.



JHS Career and Technology Education Community Training Night

Jacksonville High School’s Department of Career and Technology Education is asking community members interesting in learning new skills to join the Community Training Night, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights throughout the school year in room 404 of the Career and Technology building on the Jacksonville High School Campus. The next class will be held Tuesday, Feb. 19. Subject of the class will be “Basic Computer Operating Skills.” There is a $5 registration fee for each course. Participants can register online: http://www.jisd.org/CATEcntreg.htm for the community training sessions or they can call the office, 903-586-1021.



JHS Career and Technology Education Community Training Night

Jacksonville High School’s Department of Career and Technology Education is asking community members interesting in learning new skills to join the Community Training Night, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights throughout the school year in room 404 of the Career and Technology building on the Jacksonville High School Campus. The next class will be held Tuesday, March 4. Subject of the class will be “Introduction to MS Word.” There is a $5 registration fee for each course. Participants can register online: http://www.jisd.org/CATEcntreg.htm for the community training sessions or they can call the office, 903-586-1021.



JHS Career and Technology Education Community Training Night

Jacksonville High School’s Department of Career and Technology Education is asking community members interesting in learning new skills to join the Community Training Night, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights throughout the school year in Room 404 of the Career and Technology building on the Jacksonville High School Campus. The next class will be held Tuesday, March 11. Subject of the class will be “MS Word Plus.” There is a $5 registration fee for each course. Participants can register online: http://www.jisd.org/CATEcntreg.htm for the community training sessions or they can call the office, 903-586-1021.



JHS Career and Technology Education Community Training Night

Jacksonville High School’s Department of Career and Technology Education is asking community members interesting in learning new skills to join the Community Training Night, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights throughout the school year in room 404 of the Career and Technology building on the Jacksonville High School Campus. The next class will be held Tuesday, April 1. Subject of the class will be “Introduction to MS PowerPoint.” There is a $5 registration fee for each course. Participants can register online: http://www.jisd.org/CATEcntreg.htm for the community training sessions or they can call the office, 903-586-1021.



JHS Career and Technology Education Community Training Night

Jacksonville High School’s Department of Career and Technology Education is asking community members interesting in learning new skills to join the Community Training Night, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights throughout the school year in room 404 of the Career and Technology building on the Jacksonville High School Campus. The next class will be held Tuesday, April 8. Subject of the class will be “MS PowerPoint Plus.” There is a $5 registration fee for each course. Participants can register online: http://www.jisd.org/CATEcntreg.htm for the community training sessions or they can call the office, 903-586-1021.



JHS Career and Technology Education Community Training Night

Jacksonville High School’s Department of Career and Technology Education is asking community members interesting in learning new skills to join the Community Training Night, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights throughout the school year in room 404 of the Career and Technology building on the Jacksonville High School Campus. The next class will be held Tuesday, May 6. Subject of the class will be “Using the Internet.” There is a $5 registration fee for each course. Participants can register online: http://www.jisd.org/CATEcntreg.htm for the community training sessions or they can call the office, 903-586-1021.



JHS Career and Technology Education Community Training Night

Jacksonville High School’s Department of Career and Technology Education is asking community members interesting in learning new skills to join the Community Training Night, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights throughout the school year in room 404 of the Career and Technology building on the Jacksonville High School Campus. The next class will be held Tuesday, May 13. Subject of the class will be “Introduction to MS Excel.” There is a $5 registration fee for each course. Participants can register online: http://www.jisd.org/CATEcntreg.htm for the community training sessions or they can call the office, 903-586-1021.



JHS Career and Technology Education Community Training Night

Jacksonville High School’s Department of Career and Technology Education is asking community members interesting in learning new skills to join the Community Training Night, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. most Tuesday nights throughout the school year in room 404 of the Career and Technology building on the Jacksonville High School Campus. The next class will be held Tuesday, May 20. Subject of the class will be “MS Excel Plus.” There is a $5 registration fee for each course. Participants can register online: http://www.jisd.org/CATEcntreg.htm for the community training sessions or they can call the office, 903-586-1021.



JC Spanish classes

Beginning Spanish Conversation II will be offered as a continuing education course at Jacksonville College from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday evenings, March 4 through April 8. The course is designed for individuals who want to continue to develop the communication skills they learned in Beginning Spanish Conversation I, or for those who already have an elementary background in Spanish. The textbook used in Spanish Conversation I will also be used for this course. The cost of the course is $75 for individuals who took the first course and already have the textbook, and $95 for everyone else. Students must register and pay for the course by 4:45 p.m. March 4. For more information, contact Dr. David Heflin at (903) 586-2518 or dheflin@jacksonville-college.edu.



Beta Sigma Phi cookbook

Texas Beta Omega Master Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi has just received a new printing of the “Footbridge Garden” cookbook. Call 903-683-4848 or 903-589-8132 to receive one.



Klein Cookbooks

Klein Cookbooks supporting the Klein Animal Shelter are now available for a minimum donation of $12 and can be purchased at 208 E. Tena S. in Jacksonville. The book provides a plentiful supply of palatable treats approved by both people and pets. Keep your VIP (Very Important Pet or Person) howling for more by serving them recipes prepared from this oh-so-unique-collection of delectable treats.



Ministerial Alliance

The Ministerial Alliance provides an opportunity for the leaders of local churches to meet for prayer, fellowship and planning.

All pastors are welcomed. This is a great chance to meet and hear the concerns and needs we face as well as the many ways God blesses us in our community.

If you have any questions, call the Rev. Mark Kusmirek at 903-586-4538 or Paul Pavletich at 903-586-2291. Please forward you e-mail to: pastor@oloschurch.com



Narcotics Anonymous

Narcotics Anonymous meets every night at 8 p.m. and every Saturday at 10 a.m.



Housing Authority

The Jacksonville Housing Authority is pleased to announce its new office hours Monday – Thursday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Friday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The telephone number is 903-586-7585.



Alcoholics Anonymous - Jacksonville Recovery Group

Alcoholics Anonymous conducts meetings every week at 316 West Larissa St. The meetings take place Monday through Saturday at 12 p.m. and Monday through Sunday at 8 p.m.



Citizens for school and community advancement

The Citizens for Schools and Community Advancement invites the community to express its suggestions, questions and general input about current school buildings and bond issues. This information is confidential. Questions and comments may be mailed to CSCA, PO Box 667, Jacksonville, TX 75766 or emailed to: info@jacksonvillecsca.org.



Experience Works

If you are over 55 years old, living on a limited income and having difficulty finding a job, Experience Works offers part-time, temporary work while you look for permanent employment. For more information call 800-880-5292.



Enrolling at Kids First Preschool

Kids First is now a full time preschool with a kindergarten. Classes are available for infants, 2-year-olds, 3-yea-olds, pre-k and kindergarten students. The hours are 8 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. The school is education based and all classes use the A Beka Curriculum. For information on enrollment, please call 903-586-4844 or Julie Bradley at 903-589-7991.



Story time at the library

The Jacksonville Public Library will hold story time every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. The event is intended for 5-year-olds.



Health education luncheon

HOPE Partners in Health sponsored by H.O.P.E., Inc. is offering health education luncheons the first Wednesday of each month at 11:30 a.m. The programs will provide information to encourage healthier lifestyles. Topics range from physical fitness, stress relief techniques, skin care, anger management, dental health, and other issues to improve personal health. Reservations to attend these luncheons can be made up until the day before the event by calling 903-586-7781.

        

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