The Pregnancy Resource Center of Chattooga County is holding their annual Open House for the community on Thursday afternoon 4:00-6:00. The Center is located at 11564 Highway 27 (behind Little Caesar’s Pizza, next to the Boys & Girls Club). The Resource Center offers pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, parenting classes to pregnant women & young moms.
There’s Hope For The Hungry will be at South Summerville Baptist Church Wednesday October 16th from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Food must be picked up in person.
Mark your calendars! The Chattooga County Historical Society, in collaboration with the city of Summerville and Summerville Main Street, is thrilled to announce an exciting event: Living History Tours at the Summerville Cemetery, kicking off next Sunday, October 20th. The festivities will begin at the Historic Summerville Depot, where visitors can eagerly await the arrival of the Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum’s steam passenger train. Attendees will also have the opportunity to explore the Sequoyah Quilt Show, showcasing stunning quilts that reflect the rich heritage of the region. As part of the Living History Tours, participants will embark on an engaging journey through the Summerville Cemetery, where they will be introduced to some of the fascinating characters from Chattooga County’s storied past. The guided Living History Walk promises to bring history to life, shedding light on the remarkable individuals who once called this community home. The Chattooga County Historical Society will provide further details about the tours in the coming days, ensuring that history enthusiasts and newcomers alike will have all the information they need to participate in this unique experience. Don’t miss this chance to connect with Summerville’s rich history! Join us on October 20th for a memorable day of exploration and discovery.
There will be a yard sale to benefit Shelby Millican on Saturday October 12th beginning at 8am at the 2nd Baptist Church in Lafayette. Shelby is 17 years old and has brain cancer. All proceeds from the yard sale will go to help Shelby with medical expenses. 2nd Baptist Church is located at 500 West Main Street in Lafayette. For more information please call 423-883-2255.
The Chattooga County Girls Scouts need the community’s help! The Girl Scouts are looking for baby food jars or mason jars to be donated. If you have jars to donate please call 706-331-3908.
The local VFW Post will be having a Veterans Day Celebration at Dowdy Park on November 9th from 10am until noon. There will be singing, drinks and food. Everyone is invited to attend. For more information call 706-506-9176.
The Chattooga County Friends of the Library book sale will be taking place Thursday, October 17th – Saturday, October 19th. Hardback books and DVD’s will be $2 each and paperback books will be $1 each. Thursday book sale times will be from 10 AM – 8 PM and Friday from 10 AM – 6 PM. On Saturday, books will be half-price and the sale will take place from 10 AM – 2 PM.
A Fall Festival is being planned in Summerville and is set for Saturday, October 19th, starting at 3 PM at the old North Summerville Elementary School on Highland Avenue. Food vendors and a variety of activities for all ages will be available, including games, carnival-style fun, and a community bake sale. Raffle tickets will also be sold for the chance to win prizes. Volunteers are still needed to help make the event a success – contact Sasha at 706-622-1666 to get involved. Admission is free, but donations are welcome to support the festival. Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a day of food, fun, and community spirit at the Summerville Fall Festival.
TMMA Farms and Sanctuary in Trion, Georgia is gearing up to host two full days of family-friendly fun and educational festivities on September 28th and 29th, 2024. This working alpaca farm and animal sanctuary is inviting the public to come and immerse themselves in the charming country setting and get up close with the friendly resident alpacas, llamas, and other farm animals.