Published: March 03, 2008 10:28 am            

What's News for Monday, March 3

TSR volunteers needed

The Texas State Railroad needs volunteers for “The Little Train That Could” event, on March 7, 8 and 9, at the Palestine Depot. Teenagers are needed to wear bear and elephant costumes. They would be in costume for about 30 minutes, rest and go again. Anyone volunteering would receive a free train pass good for regular runs. Dress code is jeans, comfortable shoes and a nice t-shirt. Call 903-729-3171 or 903-810-7761 to volunteer.



Civic theatre auditions

Auditions for the Cherokee Civic Theatre’s upcoming production of “The Lost Socks” will be held at 7 p.m. March 3-4 at the theater, 118 W. Fifth St., in Rusk. Parts for adult men and women are available.



Al-Anon meets

Jacksonville Al-Anon Family group meets at 6:30 p.m. every Monday at the First United Methodist Church, on Loop 456 and Corinth Road, in Jacksonville. Use the Adult Sunday school door.





AARP driver’s safety

An AARP Driver Safety Course is scheduled for 1 to 5 p.m. March 3-4 and March 10-11 in Tyler. The course is designed for people 50 years old and older. Membership in the AARP is not required. Fee is $10 a person. Those who complete the course may be eligible for an auto insurance discount. To enroll call 903-839-7789 or 903-589-4461.



JHS Career, 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.



Poll workers needed

Because a record number of voters are expected to turn-out for the March 4 elections, the Cherokee County Democratic Party needs additional poll workers who are available to work on election day. Workers are particularly needed in the more remote areas of the county. Poll workers must be of voting age and must be registered Democrats. Poll workers will be provided with training. Anyone interested should contact Party Chairman Caesar Roy at 903-253-5419 as soon as possible.



To Your Health Luncheon

HOPE Partners in Health is sponsoring its monthly luncheon 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 5, at the HOPE Center, 595 S. Ragsdale. Featured speaker is Glenda Ross, Dental Technician who will discuss dental hygiene. There is no charge for the meal, but reservations must be made by calling 903-586-7781. These special luncheons are held monthly on the first Wednesday of each month, and feature a healthy, nutritious meal and healthcare speaker.



The Voice of Elvis & Legends in concert

Jesse Aron, one of the most sought-after Elvis impersonators in America returns to the Palestine Civic Center during The Voice of Elvis & Legends concert at 7 p.m. March 15. Jesse is an “International Winner” and a two-time “Grand Prize Winner” of Milwaukee, Wisconsin’s Potawanomi Casino Event. Also performing will be Marilyn & Roy. To see and hear Jesse go to www.justpretendpromo.com. For tickets, call 281-764-1920.



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.



Charmers Spring Show

The Jacksonville High School Cherokee Charmers will perform their annual Spring Show “CNN-Charmer Nightly News” at 7 p.m. March 7-8 in the JHS auditorium. Tickets are on sale now. Reserved seats are $7 and will be available for purchase at the JHS auditorium through Feb. 28 and March 4-6 from 3:45 to 5:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $5 and can be purchased at May Drug, Antiqued, and the JHS auditorium. Call 903-589-3501 for more ticket information.



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.



Community Garden

People from around Jacksonville who would like to have their own garden patch are invited to a “Community Garden Party” from 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, March 8. This is the second year for the garden. The project began in 2007 with the help of Boy Scout Troop 454, Dejamco and Heath and Heath Hardware. The garden is located at Our Lady of Sorrows Catholic Church at 1023 Corinth Road in Jacksonville. The garden area is divided into ten 4 x 10 foot plots. Depending on how many people wish to participate, more can be added. Gardeners would provide their own gardening tools, seeds or plants and good hard work. Water is provided. All the food grown can be used as the grower wishes. Extra food that is grown can be donated for the St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry Gardening is a great way to relieve stress, work outdoors and grow the food you eat. For more information, call Father Mark at 903-586-4538.



City prayer, fellowship

The city is facing some great challenges with the announced layoff of many of our friends. Join the Jacksonville Ministerial Alliance for a morning of prayer for God’s guidance through these difficult times. All are invited. The event is from 8 to 8:30 a.m. Thursday, March 6, at the Norman Activity Center.



Quilters Guild meet

The Quilters Guild of East Texas will meet at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, March 13, for a social at Pollard United Methodist Church, 3030 New Copeland Road, Tyler. The monthly meeting starts at 10 a.m. An evening meeting will be held at 7 p.m. the same day at the same location. Local quilt shops will preview new products and final preparations for the upcoming quilt show on March 28-29 will be made at both meetings. Show and share opportunities will also be featured at the meetings. Guests are welcome. Visit www.qgetx.org for details.



Easter egg hunt

Afton Grove Baptist Church is holding a community Easter egg hunt at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 22 at the church, located at 360 CR 4208, in Jacksonville. Immediately following the hunt, the church will serve hot dogs and beverages. Call 903-721-0327 or 903-586-2819 for details.



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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