Calendar 11-5-24

Habitat For Humanity Gala is November 7
The annual Habitat for Humanity Gala is Thursday, November 7 at the Carroll County Civic Center.
The event is the non-profit organization’s way of raising money for its mission to build low-cost housing for the county’s worthy families and make a difference in their lives.
Banquet tickets start at $50. Table sponsorships are $400 for eight seats.
A $600 donation gets two tickets and added publicity.
To purchase tickets, phone the Habitat Office at 731-986-5900, Teresa Carter at 731-614-7487 or Rhonda Walsh at 224-602-1307.
The local chapter of Habitat for Humanity has built 22 homes since 1991 in Hollow Rock-Bruceton, Atwood, Clarksburg, Huntingdon, McKenzie, and Trezevant.

McKenzie First CP Craft/Bake Sale
McKenzie First Cumberland Presbyterian Church Craft Ladies host a Craft/Bake Sale Saturday, November 23, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the church on 16835 Highland Drive. Many crafts, including Christmas items, and lots of baked items will be available. Orders are being taken for turkey and dressing casseroles for pickup on November 23. Tickets for casseroles are available from any Craft Lady. Come join us for a fun day.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Available
The Northwest Tenn. Economic Development Council is accepting applications for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program. This program assists low-income households through direct energy payments to their energy provider. Proof of gross household income is required to determine eligibility. Applicants must also submit a government ID, social security number verification for all household members and a current utility company print-out showing the last 12 months of usage at their current location. Individuals interested in applying for the LIHEAP Program should make an appointment at the Northwest TN Economic Development Council office in their county of residence. Go to our website for county site contact information: nwcommunityaction.org. Funding for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program is provided through the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA).

Harvest Day at Enon Missionary Baptist Church
Everyone is invited to Harvest Day services, on November 10, at Enon Missionary Baptist Church. Sunday School begins at 10 a.m.followed by the Worship Hour at 11a.m. There will be a noon add-a-dish meal. The Owen Family will sing at 1:30 p.m. There is no night services. The address is 13025 Highway 79 S in McKenzie. Come join us for a blessing!

Isbells to Sing at Beech Springs Baptist
The Isbells will sing at Gleason Beech Springs Missionary Baptist Church, 2696 Brawner’s Levee Road, Gleason, 6 p.m., November 23. There is no charge for admission, a love offering will be taken.

Ribbon Cutting for West Tennessee Healthcare — Henry County Hospital
A ribbon-cutting ceremony is Thursday, November 7, 2 p.m. at Henry County Hospital, Tyson Avenue, Paris. West Tennessee Healthcare is leasing and operating the hospital from the county of Henry.

American Legion Huntingdon Fish Fry
American Legion Post 47 of Huntingdon hosts a fish fry Saturday, November 9 at 11 a.m. at the new Veterans Event Center at 1125 Northwood Drive. Celebrate Veterans Day with us and enjoy a fish dinner to go. Plates are $15. All donations for this event help Carroll County veterans and to grow the new Center.

American Legion Dresden Meeting, Veterans Day Dinner
American Legion Post 94 of Dresden meets Monday, November 11 at 7 p.m. The special Veterans Day dinner includes choice of turkey or ham with all the usual trimmings. Veterans and their family members are invited. The post is currently meeting bi-monthly. They will be back on the normal schedule of meeting on the third Thursday of the month starting in January.

Carroll Humane Society Events
Cat Vouchers
We always have spay/neuter vouchers for cats at a cost of $50 and to be used at Paris Vet Clinic. If you need to pay with cash, come by the shelter to purchase. Otherwise, we have a NEW NUMBER to purchase using a credit/debit card. Please leave a message and the volunteer will return your call very soon, 731-514-0878.

Adult Education Classes
Huntingdon Location — Adult Education Building, 14155 Paris Street. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Classes are offered for one-on-one instruction on Mondays, 1-4 p.m. and Thursdays, 9 a.m.-NOON. For more information, phone 731-364-5481.

McKenzie TOPS to Meet
The McKenzie TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter meets on Mondays at 3 p.m. at the McKenzie Church of Christ gym. Anyone interested in losing weight can join. For more information, contact Linda Lawrence at 731-352-7309. If no answer, leave a message.

Carroll Democratic Party Meets
The Carroll County Democratic Party meets the third Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at 12740 Lexington Street, Huntingdon.

Carroll Republican Party Meets
Carroll County Republican Party meets monthly each fourth Tuesday, 7 p.m. in the Public Safety Building in Huntingdon.

Carroll Commission Meets Monthly
Carroll County Commission meets the second Monday of each month, 7 p.m., in the Conference Room of the Carroll County Office Complex, High Street, Huntingdon. There are no meetings in February and July.

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