Calendar 10-10-23

MES Fall Festival Fundraiser
McKenzie Elementary School PTO is hosting its annual Fall Festival Fundraiser on Saturday, October 28, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the school, 165 Brooks Avenue, McKenzie. The event features cake walks, games, food, children’s costume contest and the presentation of the Fall Festival king and queen. The event is open to the public with no entry fee. There is a silent auction, full of themed baskets and local business gift certificates and goodies, food and more! The PTO is accepting business monetary donations and items for the silent auction. For more information, call MES at 731-352-5272 with questions.

Low-Income Energy Assistance Available
The Northwest Tenn. Economic Development Agency 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 Tenn. Economic Development Agency office in their county of residence.
Go to our website for county site contact information: http://nwcommunityaction.org.
Funding for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program is provided through the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA).

Sunday Night Gospel Singing
Join McLemoresville United Methodist Church on Sunday, October 22 for a Sunday night gospel singing with Ben and Connie Rainey and others. Fellowship and an add-a-dish meal are at 5 p.m., singing starts at 6 p.m. at 1800 College Street, McLemoresville, Tenn.

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

Pink Ball Gala
The Pink Ball Gala is October 28, 7 to 11 p.m. at Webb High School, 938 Walnut West Avenue, McKenzie. Admission is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. The event is in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness.
For more information: 731-418-1121, 731-697-5468 or 731-499-3224.

Eagle Wings Motorcycle Association
Eagle Wings Motorcycle Association is having a fall ride on October 14. Riders should meet at the Exxon station in McKenzie at 9:30 a.m. Riders are traveling to Dover, LBL, and Grand Rivers to Patti’s Restaurant. Everyone is welcome. Call John McComsey or text 731-336-4407 to make reservations.

Huntingdon School Board To Meet
Huntingdon Board of Education meets Wednesday, October 18, 5 p.m. at the Central Office, 585 High Street. Individuals wishing to address the board on an agenda item shall notify the director of school’s office by 1 p.m. on the day of the board meeting.

Gleason Haunted Barn
The Gleason Haunted Barn opens October 30 and 31, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., $10 per person, 135 Page Road, Gleason. Proceeds benefit the Gleason Class of 2025.

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

Ephesus Missionary Baptist 200th Anniversary
Ephesus Missionary Baptist Church, 2945 Ephesus Church Road, Hollow Rock, is celebrating its 200th anniversary on Saturday, October 14 at 2 p.m. The celebration begins with gospel music featuring the Owen Family followed by a barbecue meal.

Carroll Humane Society Events
Ruby Red Christmas Gala
Mark your calendars now for our Ruby Red Christmas Gala to be held on Saturday, December 2 at The Venue at Waddell Place in McKenzie. We will send more info later but wanted you to know the date.

Cat Spay, Neuter Vouchers
We always have vouchers to help with getting cats spayed and neutered. The cost is $50 each and can only be used at the Paris Vet Clinic. There is no limit to how many vouchers you can purchase, no residency or income requirements and we make it easy to obtain. You can call us at 731-358-1019 and leave a message or text and someone will return your call. Purchase by phone using a credit/debit card and we will send you the voucher number. That will save you a trip to our office. We can always issue those in person with cash.
BUSINESS HOURS: Closed Sunday and Monday, 8-12 Tuesday through Saturday.
Thank you for your continuing support of CCHS!

McKenzie Senior Center Pancake Breakfast
McKenzie Senior Center Pancake breakfast. Saturday, October 14, 6:30-10:30 a.m. All-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage and choice of milk, juice or coffee. Bake sale and silent auction for two quilted pieces. Tickets available at the door or from a member! Adults-$7, Children 12 and under-$5.

Smalltown Cruisers Antique Car Club
The Smalltown Cruisers Antique Car Club meets the second Thursday of every month at 6 p.m. at the Hollow Rock Fire station, 21280 Seminary Street, Hollow Rock. The monthly Cruise-Ins begin in April. For more information, contact Jan Ostiguy at 731-444-1801 or email jano1970@att.net.

Prayer On The Square
Please join us for Prayer on the Square. Prayer on the Square is the second Saturday of each month at 9 a.m. and lasts about one hour. The meeting is in the building called The Network located at 109 Court Square, Huntingdon. It is hosted by First Baptist Church of Huntingdon. All religious denominations are welcome. Retired Colonel James Harding is the coordinator of Prayer on the Square. Col. Harding’s phone number is (731) 415-0427 and his email is jimhobo1@aol.com or you can call Tony Moore at 731-358-1130 or rocky1935@sbcglobal.net.

Carroll County 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 December, February, and July.

McKenzie City Council Meets Monthly
The McKenzie City Council meets at 6 p.m. the second Thursday of each month.

Carroll County Republican Party Meets
The Carroll County Republican Party meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 7 p.m. in the court room of the Public Safety building, 12740 Lexington Street, Huntingdon.