Purchase yearbooks

The 2010 Lincoln County High School Panorama can still be purchased! You can order online at jostensyearbooks.com, call toll-free 1-866-282-1516, or pick up an order form in the main offices of the schools and mail your order in. Yearbooks are $60. The deadline for ordering is April 24.

Prayer brunch

The St. Luke Baptist Church, 3130 Metasville Road, Lincolnton, Georgia, will have its Annual Women on the Move For Christ Prayer Brunch, Saturday, March 13, 2010 at 10:30 a.m. Rev. Kathy Jones and her congregation from Freedom Ministries will be the special guests.

The Virtuous Women of Praise will be in charge of musical entertainment. All women are encouraged to attend this spiritual and revitalizing service. Lunch will be served.

For more information, please contact Cender Walton, 706-825-4060. Rev. Alvin Rivers in Pastor.

LWREA to meet

The Lincoln-Wilkes Retired Educators Association (LWREA) will meet at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, March 11 at the Lincoln County Public Library. All retired educators are invited to attend.

Passion Play

First Assembly of God will present a Passion Play on Saturday, March 27 and Sunday March 28 at 6:00 pm. This is an annual Easter celebration of music and drama depicting the life of Christ. A nursery will be provided. First Assembly is located on the Thomson Highway. Call the church office at 359-7237 for more information.

Yard sale Sat.

New Work Baptist Church Brotherhood will have a yard sale Sat., March 13 from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the church. The yard sale will be held rain or shine. New Work is located at 4900 Double Branches Rd., Lincolnton.

Cookies available

Girl Scout Cookies are now available! To get your long-awaited goodies, please contact Michelle Holloway at 706-359-3826 or 706-401-3830.

Catfish plate sale

St. Paul Methodist Church will be selling catfish plates Sat., March 26, dine-in or carry-out, no walk-ins please. Plates cost $8 for adults, $4 for children 10 years and under and will consist of catfish with drink and desert (drink not included with carryout plates.) Plates may be picked up in the fellowship hall. For tickets contact Mary Rose Stein 359-2773 or Rev. Lori Blocker 359-4925.

Lions Club meeting

The Lincolnton Lions Club meets the third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. Call Jim Butler at 706-359- 4114 for more information.

100 men, women

Pleasant Grove C.M.E. Church invites the public to its “100 Men in Black - 100 Women in White” program to be held Sun., March 21 at 2 p.m. Rev. Ray Lewis and Tabernacle Baptist Church will be in charge. Rev. Walter Clayton is pastor.

Clothes giveaway

The Tribe of Judah Dance Ministry of New Tabernacle Baptist Church will host a Second Sow-A-Seed Clothes Giveaway March 20, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Lincolnton Club House. Pastor is Matthew Harden.

Gospel fundraiser

Newberry Baptist Church will host its Second Annual Silver Lining Foundation Gospel fundraiser with gospel music, inspiration, and dedication on Sat., March 20 3 - 5 p.m.

The Silver Lining Foundation is continuing to strive to support both patients and family members who are fighting cancer. Your past support is greatly appreciated and your future support is greatly needed.

TIA/NAACP to meet

T.I.A./NAACP will hold its regular monthly meeting Mon., March 15, 7:30 p.m. at the library annex. Please plan to attend.

Cookbooks available

First Assembly of God has published a cookbook of local recipes that are on sale now at a cost of $12.00 each. All proceeds go to Speed the Light Missions. They can be purchased at the church office from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Monday thru Friday or call 706-359-7237. They are also available at Crawford and Breazeale Drug Store.

Softball registration

Lincoln County Recreation Dept. is now accepting adult softball team registrations until April 30th. Contact Kathie at 706-359-2236.

Youth revival

Solomon Pool Deliverance Ministries will have a youth revival March 17 - 19 beginning at 7:30 p.m. nightly. Speakers will be: Wed. - Minister Cullars of First Baptist Church, Lincolnton; Thurs. - Pastor Rivers of St. Luke Baptist Church, Lincolnton; Fri. - Evangelist Robinson of One in Christ, Augusta. The public is invited. Rev. Peggy W. Zellars is pastor.

Bingo at Post 194

Play Bingo at American Legion Post 194 on Fridays at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a variety of goodies at the Snack Bar operated by the Ladies Auxiliary during Bingo. Special Bingo games are also played. Come out and see if you are lucky enough to win the Jackpot. Bring a friend and enjoy the fun.

Pastor anniversary

Mt. Zion Baptist Church will have its pastor anniversary program March 14 at 11:45 a.m. with Rev. Stanley Key as guest speaker. Everyone is invited to attend. Rev. Robert L. Crawford is pastor.

Dinner served

Every Friday is steak night at American Legion Post 194. Menu includes a generous portion of steak, baked potato, shrimp cocktail, large variety salad bar, Texas toast, delicious homemade dessert and iced tea beginning at 7 p.m.

Enjoy a delicious home cooked meal every Wednesday night beginning at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday dining menu changes weekly.

Visit us for delicious meals in a friendly dining atmosphere. For more information call 706-359-3445.

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.

Collecting box tops

The Pine Needle Garden Club is collecting “Box Tops for Education” for our elementary school. Please drop off your box tops at Bell’s, Papa’s Pizza or Crawford & Breazeale Drug Store. Thanks for your support!

Looking for members

Anyone interested in being an active part the planning committee for the Class of 1990 20th year class reunion please contact Courtney Hearst Leverette at courtney217@yahoo .com, face book or 706-401-8012.

Country buffet

Fishing Creek Baptist Church will have an all you can eat country cooking supper on Sat., March 20 from 6 - 8 p.m. Cost is $7 per plate.

St. Patrick’s Day dance

The Ladies Auxiliary of American Legion Post 597 will host a St. Patrick’s Day Dance Sat., March 20 beginning at 9 p.m. The music will be provided by D.J. Vontrae’. An admission fee will be charged at the door. Attire is casual and if possible, everyone is asked to wear something green. Light refreshments will be served.

For more information, contact Glenda Norman at 706-359-4765 or Leverta Elam at 706-359-4462.

Reunion meeting

The Glaze-Murray-Norman family reunion will hold a meeting on Sunday, March 21, at Wanda’s Hair Designs on Lovelace Road. Interested family members are urged to be in attendance. LaWanda Elam Freeman is president.

Bible study Wed.

Revival begins in one’s heart, with one soul, with one word. Come study the true word of God Wednesdays at 7 p.m. Call 359-6759.

Disney trip

Newberry Baptist Church Spring Break Disney Trip is scheduled for April 3 - 7, 2010. For more information and to sign up, please contact: Ms. Shelby Turner, 706-359-4755, Mrs. Jessie Turner, 706-359-2957, Ms. Sandra Turner, 706-359-6715, or Mrs. Shirley Leverett, 706-597- 0318.

Barbecue plate sale

Loco VFD will be having a Chicken BBQ plate sale on March 13, 2010 from 11am until sold out. Cost per plate is $6.00. Please come out and support your Loco Fire Department.

LCFP to meet

The Lincoln County Food Pantry will meet at the Lincoln County Public Library Thurs., March 18 at 1 p.m.

Youth concert

Solomon Pool Youth Department will have a youth concert Sat., March 20 at 4 p.m. featuring different groups and soloists. The public is invited. Rev. Peggy W. Zellars is pastor.

Bible study Thurs.

You are invited to a Community Bible Study each Thursday Night at Lincolnton Church of Christ, 1832 Highway 220 W.

Strawberries for sale

Lincoln County High School FFA/ FCCLA is having a strawberry sale. Flats (8qts.) - $25; 1/2 flat - $14; 1qt. - $4. Order by March 3. Available the week of March 15. Contact Lynn or Dennis Gay at 706-359-3121 or lgay@lincoln.k12.ga.us or dgay@lincoln.k12.ga.us.

Interpreted sermons

First Assembly of God has begun a new ministry to reach the hispanic community with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The sermons are now interpreted via a microphone/ earphone system. Those who do not understand English wear earphones and the service is translated by Ms. Isabel Garrett. Anyone who knows of someone who might benefit from this ministry is asked to call the church office at 706-359-7237.

Clean up day

The City of Lincolnton and the Lincoln County Government is sponsoring their Annual Spring Clean Up Day Sat., April 24. Call 706-359-5525 to sign up or for more information.

Accepting apps.

Goshen Baptist Church is accepting applications for the Harriet Goldman Butler Scholarship Fund. Individuals may inquire by calling 706- 359-4962. Applicants must meet qualifications.

Turkey shoot

The Sons of the American Legion will have a turkey shoot March 19, 7 p.m. at the American Legion Fairgrounds. Great prizes, fellowship, fun and food will be available. Mark your calendars and come on down.

Family reunion meeting

The Garnett-Harris family reunion group will meet at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Willie Kelly on Sat., March 13 at 6 p.m.

Railroad Days at Camak

Camak Railroad Days will be held Sat., April 3, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. on the town square in Camak. Spend the day in our historic railroad town and enjoy railroad memorabilia, exhibits from Ga. Carolina Model Association, free shuttle tour of Martin Marietta’s Camak Quarry, classic cars and antique tractors, live music and entertainment, amusement rides, kiddie train rides, arts, craft and food vendors, and much more. Don’t forget your lawn chair.

Take I-20 to Exit 165, follow signs or Hwy. 278 to Warrenton then Hwy. 80 to Camak. For more information call 706-465-2449 or 706-465-1904 or visit www.camaksrailroad days.com.

Gospel fundraiser

Newberry Baptist Church will host its Second Annual Silver Lining Foundation Gospel fundraiser with gospel music, inspiration, and dedication on Sat., March 20 3 - 5 p.m.

The Silver Lining Foundation is continuing to strive to support both patients and family members who are fighting cancer. Your past support is greatly appreciated and your future support is greatly needed.

LCHS council meeting

The Lincoln County High School Council will meet March 11, 7:30 a.m. in the media center.

Auxiliary to meet

The Ladies Auxiliary Unit 194 will hold its monthly meeting Thurs., March 11, 7:30 p.m. at the post home. All members are encouraged to attend and new members are welcome. Please remember to bring items for the food pantry.

Cookies available

Time is running out to get your Girl Scout Cookies. Buy some extra to stash in the freezer for later this year. We still have some boxes of Thin Mints and Somoas left. Call Michelle at 706-359-3826 or 706-401-3830 to get your boxes.

Usher’s anniversary

Ebenezer Baptist Church will celebrate their usher’s anniversary on March 28 at 11 a.m. Rev. Jessie Johnson and Rehoboth Baptist Church will be the guest. The public is invited. Rev. Fred Perriman is pastor.

Spring revival

Annual Spring revival will be held at Newberry Missionary Baptist Church Mon. - Wed., March 15 - 17 at 7 p.m. nightly. Guest minister will be Rev. T. C. Edwards. Rev. Willie J. White is pastor.

Discipleship classes

Discipleship classes are held at Newberry Missionary Baptist Church each second Wednesday at 7 p.m. during March. The classes will be held March 10 and March 31. Rev. Willie J. White is pastor.

AA meeting

There is an Alcoholics Anonymous/ Al Anon meeting being held each Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at the old Leah Fire Dept station across from Pair of Jacks on Washington Rd. in Leah Georgia.

NA meetings

N.A. meetings are held at the Lincoln County Library from 6 - 7 p.m. every Friday. For more information, please call 706-359-5808.