Community Calendar

Auxiliary to meet

The Ladies Auxiliary Unit 194 will have their monthly meeting Thursday, June 12 at 7:30 p.m. at the American Legion Post 194. All members are encouraged to attend and new members are welcome. Please remember to bring the following items for the Food Pantry: canned tomatoes and vegetables.

Fishing tournament

A fishing tournament will be held Saturday, June 14 at the Cox Farm for boys and girls up to age 16. It will begin at 9 a.m. and end at 12 noon. Children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Prizes will be awarded and lunch will be served. Call Leon Cox at (706) 359-1802 for directions.

Dinner served

Dinner served at American Legion Post 194 every Wed. night at 6:30 p.m. and Fri. at 7 p.m. Wednesday's menu changes weekly. Every Friday is steak night. A large variety salad bar, shrimp cocktail, baked potato, bread, dessert and ice tea are included with steak. Come out and join us for a delicious meal.

Family reunion

The Lang-Cantelou family reunion is set for Saturday, June 21, 2008 at 12:00 noon. It will be held at the Lincoln County Historical Park, Lewis Family Pavilion. Bring your family, news, a picnic lunch and good cheer! Drinks, plates and utensils will be provided.

It is a time for our family to gather and remember those in the past and make memories for those in the present. Any question, please call Tom Lang, 706-546-8021 or LaVina Marlow, 706-359-3237.

Council meeting

The School Council for Lincoln County High School will meet Thursday June 19 at 7:00 p.m. in the media center. Any interested parents should plan to attend.

Class of 98 reunion

The LCHS Class of 1998 will host its 10 year reunion on August 16, 2008. For more information, contact Mandi Keown Carroll at LincolnCountyHighSchool 1998@yahoo.com.

Program at FBC

First Baptist Church will be having a praise and deliverance program at 3 p.m., Saturday June 14. Minister Bryant E. Ware of Athens, GA will be the guest speaker. The public is invited. Rev. Dennis Quinn, pastor.

Donations welcomed

The Lincoln County Food Pantry welcomes contributions. Your donations are tax deductible. You may mail your contributions to: The Lincoln County Food Pantry, P.O. Box 473, Lincolnton, GA 30817. Thank you for your support.

VBS at St. Paul

Calling all kids, ages 3-12! Come blast off and explore Cosmic City at St. Paul UMC Vacation Bible School, Tues., June 3, through Fri., June 6. A light supper will be served at 5:30 p.m., followed by registration at 5:45, then VBS from 6-9 p.m. For more information, telephone Rev. David Jenkins at 706-359-1202.

Board of elections meetings

The regular meetings of the Lincoln County Board of Elections and Voter Registration will be held the fourth Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The meetings will be held at the Board of Elections, The Lincoln Center, 160 May Ave., Lincolnton, Ga. Any changes to the scheduled dates or alternate dates for meetings occurring on holidays will be posted.

Grandkids Day

Grandkids Day at the Lincoln County Historical Park will be June 18 at 11 am. A hot dog lunch, ice cream and more games than last year are planned. Members, membership renewals and prospective members are invited. Last year was a good time for kids of all ages and this year will be even bigger.

There will be no meeting in July because of the Fourth of July. Meetings will resume the first Wednesday in August with Kevin Beggs giving a presentation on the Lincolnton Coca Cola Bottling Plant.

VBS at Morningside

Morningside Baptist Church is calling all kids, ages 3 to 12 to join us at Outriggers Island June 23-27 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration will be June 23 at 6 p.m.Hop on the surf board and learn the truth of God's word. Commencement night will be June 27 at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served afterwards. Call (706) 359-2336 or (706) 359-7535 for more information.

Class info. need

Attention Lincoln County High School Class of 1989. We need your contact information ASAP. Plans are being made so that we can meet to make plans for our 20th class reunion. Please email us at lincolnclass of1989@yahoo.com with your name, address, phone number and email address.

Planning meetings

The Lincoln County Planning Commission will hold all its regularly scheduled meetings in the Planning and Zoning Conference Room located at 107 Perryman Avenue unless otherwise advertised. The meeting dates are:; July 7; Aug. 11; Sept. 8; Oct. 6; Nov. 10; Dec. 8.

Fund set up

A fund has been established at Farmers State Bank to aid the Beggs family.

The funds collected will help defray medical expenses associated with the cancer treatment and meet the needs of the Beggs family.

Contributions to the Beggs Fund may be made at the bank during regular business hours or by using the night depository. Donations may also be mailed to the bank at P.O. Box 99, Lincolnton, Georgia, 30817. Please remember to write " Lyndsie Beggs Fund" on the envelope.

For more information about the fund, contact Farmers State Bank at (706) 359-3131.

Swimming lessons

The Lincoln County Recreation Department will give swimming lessons June 9 through June 12 at 6 p.m. It costs $40.00 per child, ages 8 - 16. There is limited space; register early at the LCRP.

Men's breakfast

The ladies of Newberry Missionary Baptist Church will prepare and serve breakfast for the men on Sunday, June 15, 2008 (Father's Day). Serving begins at 8 a.m. Worship service begins at 10 a.m. Rev. Willie J. White, Pastor.

VBS at Newberry

Vacation Bible School will be held at Newberry Missionary Baptist Church June 16-20, 2008, from 6:30- 8 p.m. each night. Everyone is invited. Rev. Willie J. White, Pastor.

TIA Helping Hand

The original Clothes Closet, located on Firetower Rd., has reopened, now as T.I.A. Community Helping Hand. All proceeds will go toward the Lincoln County Food Pantry and emergency needs of the community, 50/ 50.

All donations are welcome, we will pick up. Your donations are appreciated. Hours of operation are: Thurs., 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. For more information, please call 706-359-7838 or 706-359-7345.

Revival at Greenwood

Revival services will be held at Greenwood Baptist Church in Lincolnton on Sunday June 15 at 11 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. and Monday, June 16 through Wednesday, June 18 at 7:30 p.m. each night. Scott Rodgers of Augusta will be the revival speaker.

Everyone is invited to join for Scott's unique style; old time energetic preaching with contemporary relevance for a 21st century life.

VBS at DBBC

Vacation Bible School will be held at Double Branches Baptist Church on June 16-20, from 6 to 9 p.m. Children ages 3 through 12 are admitted free.

In this one week adventure, you will hear Bible stories, participate in cool crafts, motivating music, eat snacks at the Snack Shack, and play games at the Recreation Reef.

Fund set up

A special bank account has been set up at Farmers State Bank to benefit Lou McKellar and her daughter, Kelli, whose house burned during a recent move. Insurance had not yet been transferred to the new house, and smoke damage was extensive. Donations may be mailed to: Farmers State Bank, P.O. Box 99, Lincolnton, GA 30817.

Bingo is Friday

Bingo is played at the American Legion Post 194, Lincolnton, Georgia, every Friday at 7:30 p.m. A snack bar is operated by the Ladies Auxiliary available during bingo. For more information, contact (706) 359-3445.

Farewell reception

St. Paul UMC will be hosting a Fairwell Reception for Rev. & Mrs. David Jenkins on Sunday, June 22, 2008 from 2 to 3 p.m. at the church fellowship hall. Everyone is invited to join with the St. Paul congregation in this expression of love and best wishes for Rev. Jenkins' new assignment on the Norwood, Georgia charge.

Fireworks June 27

Adult softball The 13th Annual Fireworks over Lake Russell sponsored by the Elbert County Board of Commissioners will take place from 6 to 9pm on Friday, June 27, 2008 at Richard B. Russell State Park. Concessions will be available. The show starts promptly at 9:20 pm. There is an entrance fee of $6 per vehicle. For more information, call (706) 283-5651.

Adult league softball is scheduled to begin in June. For further information and to register your team, call the Lincoln County Recreation Department at 706-359-2236.

Church anniversary

The Prices Grove Baptist Church Family will be having its 91st church anniversary on Sunday, June 15, 2008 at 2 p.m. Our guest minister will be Rev. Dennis Quinn. First Baptist Church of Lincolnton and Mt. Zion Baptist Church of Augusta will be in charge of the program. Everyone is invited.

Park activities

Gerald Smith will return to the park on Saturday, June 14 to give a lecture on colonial medicine. The lecture will take place at the log cabin museum from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Reunion planning

The Class of 1994 is in the process of planning a 15 year class reunion. Contact information is lchs94@ yahoo.com

Workshop at FBC

Purpose of Life Ministries is sponsoring a Gospel Music Workshop Worship Experience on June 11-13 at 7 p.m. nightly. It will climax with a concert on June 14 at 5 p.m. First Baptist Church of Lincolnton, Ga. will host the workshop. The concert is free to the public and there is a $10 seed offering for adults; youth are free. The seed will cover the cost of materials, which will be provided at registration.

For more information call Michelle White at (706) 338-1109 or Damonica Lee at (706) 401-1716.

Revival at Solomon Pool

Solomon Pool Holiness Church in Washington will be having revival June 25-27, 2008 at 7:30 p.m. each night. The speaker for this occasion will be Pastor Peggy W. Zellars, pastor of Solomon Pool Deliverance Ministries in Lincolnton. The public is invited to attend.

District meeting

The Lincoln County Missionary Cluster of the 10th District will meet at Newberry Missionary Baptist Church on Saturday morning, June 21, 2008 at 10 a.m.

Auditions June 12

Auditions for "Mary-Mary" will be held at the Washington Little Theater on Thursday, June 12 at 6:30 p.m. Males and females are needed. For more information, contact show director Emma R. Collins at (706) 401-5428.

VBS at Hephzibah

Hephzibah Baptist Church will be having Vacation Bible School, Monday through Friday, June 16-20, 6:30 - 9:00 p.m. There will be classes for ages three through twelve. Various activities such as Bible studies, music, recreation, and refreshments will be enjoyed by all.

This year's theme is "Outriggers Island: Living God's Unshakable Truth". All area children are invited to come out and join us in a tropical adventure where they can learn to know, speak, and live God's truth; thus developing the stability they need to become unshakable Christians in a world of shifting sands.

Vacation Bible School Commencement will be held on Sunday, June 22, 7 p.m. There will be Ice Cream Fellowship following the commencement service.

Hephzibah Baptist Church is located off the Washington Highway one half mile from the Wilkes County line.

Ordination service

Ebenezer Baptist Church will have the ordination service for Minister Stanley Key on June 29, 2008 at 2 p.m. Rev. Jessie Johnson and the Rehobath Baptist Church are the special guests. The public is invited. Rev. Fred Perriman, pastor.

Men's Day at Harmony

Men's Day Service Harmony Baptist Church's "Men's Day" Service will be held Sunday, June 15, 2008 at 11:30 am. Rev. Fred Bussey of the Word of Life Church in Augusta, GA. will be in charge of the service. Everyone is invited - Come and Be Blessed! Rev. Freddie Neal, Sr. is our Pastor.

GED/Adult classes

Augusta Technical College and Lincoln County Family Connection are offering GED/Adult Literacy classes on Mon., Tues., and Thurs. from 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. and Wed., from 8:30 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. For more information, please call 706-359-3425 or 706-359-5769.

Youth recognition

Youth Sunday Recognition will be held at Newberry Missionary Baptist Church on June 22, 2008, during regular worship service, 9:15 a.m. Rev. Willie J. White, Pastor.

CCLC to meet

The Concerned Citizens of Lincoln County (CCLC) will have its monthly meeting Thursday, June 19, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. at the Lincoln County library. The guest speaker of the evening is a member of the American Legion, Post # 194. Election of new officers will take place during the meeting. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Baseball camp

Baseball camp for upcoming grades three through eight. Camp will be held at 6:30 p.m. each evening, June 16- 18 at the Lincoln County Recreation Dept. Cost is $30 per child. Bring your glove and learn fundamentals, along with proper stretching, throwing, hitting, pitching and positions. Camp instructor will be Coach Glen Matthews. To register your child, call the LCRD at 706-359-2236.

Summer activities

The following is a list of summer activities being offered by Lincoln County 4-H.

Kids in the Kitchen will take place on June 12 at the Lincoln County Extension office. Cost: $6 per person. Come join Mrs. Martha's Kids in the Kitchen classes. She takes you on a Hawaiian tour of food and fun. You will be making snacks for lunch. Minimum: 7 participants.

Building a Bird House will take place on June 17 at the Lincoln County Extension office. Cost: $7 per person. IF you enjoy building things, then this is the class for you. Build a wooden bird house that you will paint and take home to your favorite tree. Minimum: 5 participants

Fort Discovery Adventure will take place on June 19 in Augusta, Ga. Cost: $5 per person. The National Science Center will make learning fun for all students across the nation about math, science, and technology.

Six Flags Adventure will take place on June 24 in Atlanta, GA. Cost: $30.00 per person. Come join your Lincoln 4-H friends as we take on all of the roller coaster rides at Six Flags theme park. Minimum: 10 participants.

Let's Go to the Movies on June 27 in Augusta, Ga. Cost: Free. This event is for Lincoln County 4-H'ers who have been active participants for the 2007-2008 school year. Minimum: 10 participants.

Mothers honored

The First Baptist Church Mother Board will be honoring the oldest members in the church, mother, Rosie Lee Smith, mother, Maudell Leverett, sister, Susie Mae Gartrell and sister, Martha Jones on June 29 at 2 p.m. The public is invited. Rev. Dennis Quinn, pastor.

Family reunion

The Blackmons and Winns will have a family reunion meeting on Saturday, June 7 at 5 p.m. at the home of Mary B. Andrews. Attendance will be appreciated.

Assessors meetings

The Lincoln County Board of Tax Assessors will hold its meeting at 4 p.m., in the Tax Assessor's office at 182 Humphrey St. Upcoming monthly meeting dates include: June 17, July 15, August 19, September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16.

Society anniversary

Sons and Daughters of Bethlehem Society anniversary will be held at Newberry Missionary Baptist Church on June 26, 2008 at 5 p.m. Mr. Howie Gunby is the guest speaker for this event. Everyone is invited

Pageant cancelled

The Lincolnton-Lincoln County Chamber of Commerce and Miss Classic South Association have cancelled the Little Mr. & Miss pageant scheduled for June 14th.