CERTIFY IN CPR AND FIRST AID
WHERE: McDuffie County Fire and Rescue Headquarters, 1061 Salem Road, Thomson
WHEN: 9 a.m. until class completion; first and third Saturdays
MORE INFO: Classes specialize in health care provider, heart saver first aid, fire extinguisher training and child care professional fire safety training. Fees: health care provider and heart saver first aid, $20 per person; child care professional fire safety training, $10 per person; general fire extinguisher training is free. Classes must consist of five or more participants. Contact Lt. Ed Lewis, fire and life safety instructor Terence Favors or Capt. Ron May, (706) 595-2044 or (706) 595-2045.
KENNY HILL FUND
WHERE: Farmers State Bank
MORE INFO: Kenny Hill has recently been diagnosed with brain and lung cancer. Doctors have removed two tumors on his brain and are trying to treat the ones that are left. Keep up with his progress at www.caringbridge.org. If you would like to donate, please mail a check made out to Benefit for Kenny Hill to Farmers State Bank, P.O. Box 99, Lincolnton, GA 30817.
YOUTH BOOT CAMP
WHERE: Thomson Family Y
WHEN: 9 -10 a.m. or 6-7 p.m. through July 14
MORE INFO: Mondays and Thursdays, fee; members $20, nonmembers $30
SWIMMING LESSONS
WHERE: Thomson Family Y
MORE INFO: Member, $40; nonmember, $60; ages 3-5, 6-6:45 p.m.; ages 6-8, 6:45-7:30 p.m. Session two: June 20-30; Session three: July 4-14; Session four: July 18-28
WATER AEROBICS
WHERE: Thomson Family Y
WHEN: Through June 30
MORE INFO: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays -- 7-8:30 p.m. $40 members $60 nonmembers; $5 Daily Rate Call (706) 595-5615 for more information.
SHEPHEARD BLOOD DRIVES
WHERE: McCorkle Nurseries, Dearing
WHEN: 8-11:30 a.m. today
WHERE: Walmart, Thomson
WHEN: 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday
See more, Pages 3A, 5A
BASTONVILLE SCHOOL REUNION
WHERE: Purvis Community Schoolhouse
WHEN: 9 a.m. until June 11
MORE INFO: Bring a covered picnic basket lunch. Contact Martha Ann Mauck at (706) 595-5849.
LADY'S SELF DEFENSE CLASS
WHERE: Tang Soo Do, 654 Main St., Suite 2
WHEN: 1-3:15 p.m. June 11
MORE INFO: Open for ages 14 and up. ASFA certified instructors. You will learn common defensive tactics, identify and use soft targets, get-a-way strategies, and you will practice what you learn. Class size is limited for personalized, hands on training. Register by June 6. Call (706) 597-0999. Wear comfortable clothing.
THOMSON ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB MEETING
WHERE: Thomson Athletic Building
WHEN: 7 p.m. June 13
MORE INFO: Everyone is encouraged to attend.
GYMNASTICS CAMP
WHERE: Y130 Program Center
MORE INFO: Tumble Bugs ages 4-6 6-7 p.m. June 13-16 Monday-Thursday; July 18-21st Monday-Thursday; Beginner 4-5 p.m. Advanced 5-6 p.m. Intermediate 6-7 p.m. $40 members $60 Non-Members
DIG HISTORY
WHERE: Hickory Hill, 502 Hickory Hill Dr., Thomson
WHEN: 9 a.m. -- 4 p.m. June 13-17
MORE INFO: This is a week-long archaeology day camp. Kids participate in survey, excavation, artifact analysis, prehistoric hunting methods, and more. This is a day camp only. Camping and lodging facilities available in nearby Thomson. Cost is $60 per child per week, includes materials and two snacks each day. Open to ages 11-17. Call (706) 595-7777 or Sydney Peden at sfpeden@hickory-hill.org for registration and information.
"SIP AND SEE THE GALLERY"
WHERE: MAC on Main Art Gallery and Studio, 107 Main St., Thomson
WHEN: 5-8 p.m. June 17
MORE INFO: This event will introduce the new art and new McDuffie Arts Council artists for the summer season. This is a free event.
FORE KIDS GOLF TOURNAMENT
WHERE: Belle Meade Country Club
WHEN: 8 a.m. June 18
MORE INFO: $300 per team. Hosted by the Knox Foundation to benefit Junior Achievement, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching students financial literacy, economics, entrepreneurism and the importance of completing school. Call Laurie Cook (606) 736-3070 or email: lcook@georgia.ja.org.
LINCOLN COUNTY VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
WHERE: Cherokee Park, Lincolnton
WHEN: 9 a.m. June 25
MORE INFO: $25 per person or $100 per team. Four person teams, double eliminations, two divisions: male and female, team t shirt, cash prizes. Application deadline June 10.
MUSIC IN THE PARK
WHERE: Mitchell Depot
WHEN: Every first Saturday April through October
MORE INFO: Bluegrass, country and gospel music, hamburgers, hot dogs and soft drinks. Donations accepted. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. There is a playground for the kids. Free parking available.
MOVIES UNDER THE STARS
WHERE: Columbia County Amphitheater, 7022 Evans Town Center Blvd., Evans
WHEN: Gates open at 7 p.m. Movie starts at dusk. Fridays in June
MORE INFO: Presented by MCG Health Children's Medical Center. Free. Movies are rated PG. Coolers are allowed. No alcoholic beverages permitted. June 10: "How to Train Your Dragon;" June 17: "Shrek Forever After;" June 24: "Despicable Me."
PETTIS FAMILY REUNION DINNER
WHERE: Sweetwater Park Activity Center
WHEN: 5 p.m. July 2
MORE INFO: If you are related to Eddie Pettis Sr. or Myra Pettis please contact Lisa Pettis for more information at (706) 627-2368. Cost is $10.
COACH BRUCE BLASINGAME MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT
WHERE: Belle Meade Country Club
WHEN: Shotgun start 9 a.m. July 9
MORE INFO: Format: 3 person Lauderdale, $300 per team, 60 senior tees. Includes mulligans, lunch, low country boil. Call Belle Meade Pro Shop for information and sign up (706) 595-4511.
ECO-ADVENTURES
WHERE: Hickory Hill, 502 Hickory Hill Dr., Thomson
WHEN: 9 a.m. -- 4 p.m. July 11-15 and July 25-29
MORE INFO: This is a week-long fun and fascinating look at ecology, farming, recycling, and more. Campers will learn to test water for pollution, visit with Georgia native reptiles and amphibians, harvest foods from the organic gardens, and make art from recyclable materials. This is a day camp only. Camping and lodging facilities available in nearby Thomson. Cost is $60 per child per week, includes materials and two snacks each day. Open to ages 10-16. Call (706) 595-7777 or Sydney Peden at sfpeden@hickory-hill.org for registration and information.
Forming SONS OF CONFEDERATE VETERANS chapter
MORE INFO: The Sons of Confederate Veterans, a heritage, history and honor society and the nation's largest Southern heritage organization, is seeking to organize a chapter in Thomson/McDuffie County. Contact Georgia Division 5th Brigade Commander Michael Mull at fifthbrigade2004@ yahoo.com or at (912) 618-3613.
KARATE AT FAMILY Y
WHERE: Thomson Family Y
WHEN: Twice a week per month
MORE INFO: Offered to all skill levels ages 6 and up. Fee: $40 per month for members; $60 per month for non-members. Discount for additional siblings. Register at any Family Y location or online at www.thefamilyy.org. Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs.
ART CLASSES AT FAMILY Y
WHERE: Thomson Family Y
WHEN: Twice a week per month
MORE INFO: Offered to all skill levels ages pre-K through eighth grade. Fee: $40 per month for members; $60 per month for nonmembers. Discount for additional siblings. Register at any Family Y location or online at www.thefamilyy.org. Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs.
GYMNASTICS AT THE FAMILY Y
WHERE: Thomson Family Y
WHEN: Twice a week per month
MORE INFO: Offered to all skill levels ages pre-K and up. Fee: $40 per month for members; $60 per month for nonmembers. Discount for additional siblings. Register at any Family Y location or online at www.thefamilyy.org.
DANCE LESSONS
WHERE: Thomson Family Y
WHEN: Twice a week per month
MORE INFO: Offered to all skill levels ages 2 years through 12th grade. Fee: $40 per month for members; $60 per month for nonmembers. Discount for additional siblings. Register at any Family Y location or online at www.thefamilyy.org. Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs.
BALLROOM DANCING
WHERE: Thomson Family Y
WHEN: 6:30-7:30 p.m. every Thursday
MORE INFO: Each month features a dfferent dance. Free for Family Y members; $10 per class for non-members. Register at any Family Y location or online at www.thefamilyy.org.
DROP AND SHOP
WHERE: Thomson Family Y
WHEN: 8:30-11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday
MORE INFO: Take the morning to go shopping, hang out with friends or just relax alone. Open to ages 6 months -- 12 years. Cost is $15 per child. Discount for additional siblings. To register, visit any Family Y location or online at www.thefamilyy.org. Financial assistance is available for all Family Y programs.
ONE STOP MAY BE ABLE TO HELP YOU
WHERE: East Central Georgia Consortium One Stop
WHEN: now
MORE INFO: Did you know that more than 25,000 jobs will be opening for the heavy construction industry throughout the state? Did you know an experienced construction laborer can earn $20 per hour? Did you know that you may qualify to be trained for this great career? If you are unemployed, willing to travel and Georgia Work Ready Certified then contact the local One Stop for more information at (706) 595-8941. The One Stop has placed over 45 people in jobs related to this industry after training. Come get your training today.
GET A BURN PERMIT
WHERE: Call (877) 652-2876
WHEN: Always get a burn permit; it's the law
MORE INFO: Breezy, warm, spring days are perfect for enjoying the outdoors, but they're perfect, too, for wildfires. To prevent the spread of wildfires, the Georgia Forestry Commission is urging residents to take extra precautions when burning yard debris, using an outdoor grill or enjoying campfires. If you're not sure when to get a permit just call (877) OK2-burn or log ontoGaTrees.org.
