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to <A HREF="mailto:funhouse@fun927.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="mailto:funhouse@fun927.com"><U>funhouse@fun927.com</U></A></div> <bR> <div> Public Service Announcements for on-air consideration should be submitted at least 14 days prior to event.</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div>  <a href ="http://c3.newdream.org" target="_blank"><img src="http://c3.newdream.org/style/images/junkbanner.gif" alt="Carbon Conscious Consumer" /></a>   <a href ="http://c3.newdream.org" target="_blank"><img src="http://c3.newdream.org/style/images/banner7.gif" alt="Carbon Conscious Consumer" /></a>  </div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="853" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 15999 ><NOBR><div>  <A NAME="what_s_happening"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <B>Happening Now & Upcoming Events By Date</B></div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="819" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 71 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>November 14-22</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>My Three Angels</B>, presented by Theatre Huntsville, November 14-15 and 20-22 at 7:30 a.m. and November 16 and 22 at 2:00 p.m.  VBC Playhouse.  Adults $15.00, Students/Seniors/Active Military $13.00.  Group rates available.  Call 256-536-0807 or visit www.theatrehsv.org for more information.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 160 ><NOBR><div> <B>Wednesday & Thursday</B></div> <div> <B>November 18 & 19</B></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Aviation Course Registration</B> for spring semester 2009 at the new Albertville site of Enterprise-Ozark Community College.  Aviation college representatives will be available to answer questions and register students at Albertville Regional Airport, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  The aviation industry's demand for qualified technicians and mechanics continues to increase and EOCC offers the only comprehensive aviation maintenance program in Alabama.  Students study teory and then learn how to apply that theory in hands-on laboratories.  Programs are designed to ensure graduates meet industry standards and are prepared for certification with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).  For more information, call 334-774-5113, ext. 3688.  The spring semester begins January 12.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 177 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Thursday</B></div> <div> <B>November 20</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>American Diabetes Month Lunch-N-Learn</B> sponsored by Marshall GoldCare 55+, Noon, Marshall Professional Center Classroom, south of Guntersville Wal-Mart, Highway 431.  For more information or to register, call Kristi Leak at 256-571-8025 or 256-753-8025.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Stakeholders Meeting</B> hosted by Snead State Community College President Dr. Robert Exley, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Fiedler Auditorium, located in the Administration Building.  The meeting will provide an overview of the information already collected for the development of a Facilities Master Plan to guide the College over the next 10 to 20 years.  Those attending will be given an opportunity to provide their input into the direction they would like to see the College move toward in the future.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 124 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Saturday</B></div> <div> <B>November 22</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Ham and Turkey Shoot, </B>every Saturday, weather permitting, now thru January.  Sponsored by Arab Post 6226 Veterans of Foreign Wars.  From Arab 231 overpass and Highway 69, the shoot location will be on the left of Alabama 69, between Arab and Joppa.  </div> <bR> <div> <B>Turkey Shoot to benefit Rock Springs UMC Youth</B>, 8:00 a.m., home of John L. Denny, Highway 231, approximately one mile south of Rainbow Crossing.  Win your choice of cheese, turkey, ham or bacon.  Door prizes.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 71 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Saturday & Sunday</B></div> <div> <B>November 22 & 23</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Iron Bowl Canned Food Contest</B> for the food ministry of Temporary Emergency Services of Arab (TESA).  Stuff your favorite team's van full of canned goods.  Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Wal-Mart, Highway 231, Arab; and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Arab First United Methodist Church, North Main Street at Northgate Drive.  </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 36 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Thursday</B></div> <div> <B>November 27</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Thanksgiving Day</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 159 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Saturday</B></div> <div> <B>November 29</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Ham and Turkey Shoot, </B>every Saturday, weather permitting, now thru January.  Sponsored by Arab Post 6226 Veterans of Foreign Wars.  From Arab 231 overpass and Highway 69, the shoot location will be on the left of Alabama 69, between Arab and Joppa.  </div> <bR> <div> <B>5th Annual Jingle Bell 5K Run/Fun Run/Walk</B> sponsored by the Arab Jr. High School Math Teams and Journalism Staff, Arab City Park.  5K race begins at 9:00 a.m., Fun Run/Walk begins at approximately 10:00 a.m.  $15.00 registration and entry fee, children ages 6 and under free.  First 75 paid registrants are guaranteed a t-shirt.  For maps or race information, call Arab Jr. High School at 256-586-6074.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 71 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Thursday</B></div> <div> <B>December 4</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>City of Arab Christmas Parade</B>, 6:00 p.m., downtown Arab.  Theme is "O, Christmas Tree".  Prizes for first, second and third place winners.  For information, call 256-586-3138.</div> <bR> <div> <B>City of Albertville Christmas Parade</B>, Main Street.  For information, call 256-878-3821.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 36 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Friday</B></div> <div> <B>December 5</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> <B>Boaz Christmas Parade</B>, 5:30 p.m.  For information, call 256-593-8154.</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 53 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Friday & Saturday</B></div> <div> <B>December 5 & 6</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Christmas Arts and Crafts Show</B>, Cullman Civic Center, 510 5th Street SW, Cullman.  Friday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Free admission.  Sponsored by Cullman City Parks and Recreation.  256-734-9157.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 124 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Friday-Sunday</B></div> <div> <B>December 5-7</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Northeast Alabama Craftsmen's Association Christmas Craft Show</B>, Von Braun Center South Hall, 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville.  Hours are Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, Noon to 5:00 p.m..  Admission is free.  Approximately 200 craftsmen with teddy bears, dolls, doll furniture, unusual pottery, special ornaments, toys, one of a kind jewelry, clothes and room decor, wooden kitchen accessories and more.  The show will benefit the Senior Center, Salvation Army Soup KItchen, Meals on Wheels, Alzheimer's Day Care, Hope Place, CASA, Agape and several scholarships to high school seniors. </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 211 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Saturday</B></div> <div> <B>December 6</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Trip on the Southern Belle Riverboat </B>in Chattanooga, sponsored by Marshall GoldCare 55+.  $65.00, all inclusive.  For more information or to register, call Kristi Leak at 256-571-8025 or 256-753-8025.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Ham and Turkey Shoot, </B>every Saturday, weather permitting, now thru January.  Sponsored by Arab Post 6226 Veterans of Foreign Wars.  From Arab 231 overpass and Highway 69, the shoot location will be on the left of Alabama 69, between Arab and Joppa.  </div> <bR> <div> <B>Grant Christmas Parade</B>, 4:00 p.m.  For information, call 256-728-8800.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Stars on the Water Boat Parade</B>, Lake Guntersville.  Call 256-582-3625 for more information.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 71 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Sunday</B></div> <div> <B>December 7</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Asbury Community Parade</B>, 2:00 p.m.  Line up at 1:30 p.m.  Cash prizes for the best floats; 1st prize $100.00, 2nd prize $50.00, and 3rd prize $25.00.  For information, contact Tracey Wigley at 256-572-3649, Lisa Landers at 256-298-4114, or Casey Orr at 256-251-0073.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 53 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Thursday</B></div> <div> <B>December 11</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>GoldCare 55+ Christmas Formal Banquet.  </B>5:00 p.m, Guntersville Senior Center, $10.00 per person, due by November 1.  For more information or to register, call Kristi Leak at 256-571-8025 or 256-753-8025.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 89 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Saturday</B></div> <div> <B>December 13</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Ham and Turkey Shoot, </B>every Saturday, weather permitting, now to January.  Sponsored by Arab Post 6226 Veterans of Foreign Wars.  From Arab 231 overpass and Highway 69, the shoot location will be on the left of Alabama 69, between Arab and Joppa.  </div> <bR> <div> <B>City of Guntersville Christmas Parade</B>, 5:00 p.m.  For information, call 256-582-3612.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 36 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Friday</B></div> <div> <B>December 19</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Christmas Vacation </B>begins for Guntersville City Schools.  Return to class on Tuesday, January 6.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 53 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Saturday</B></div> <div> <B>December 20</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Ham and Turkey Shoot, </B>every Saturday, weather permitting, now to January.  Sponsored by Arab Post 6226 Veterans of Foreign Wars.  From Arab 231 overpass and Highway 69, the shoot location will be on the left of Alabama 69, between Arab and Joppa.  </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 36 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Thursday</B></div> <div> <B>December 25</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Christmas Day</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 53 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Saturday</B></div> <div> <B>December 27</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Ham and Turkey Shoot, </B>every Saturday, weather permitting, now to January.  Sponsored by Arab Post 6226 Veterans of Foreign Wars.  From Arab 231 overpass and Highway 69, the shoot location will be on the left of Alabama 69, between Arab and Joppa.  </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 53 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Saturday</B></div> <div> <B>January 3</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Ham and Turkey Shoot, </B>every Saturday, weather permitting.  Sponsored by Arab Post 6226 Veterans of Foreign Wars.  From Arab 231 overpass and Highway 69, the shoot location will be on the left of Alabama 69, between Arab and Joppa.  </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 36 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Monday</B></div> <div> <B>January 19</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Martin Luther King Holiday</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 71 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Friday</B></div> <div> <B>February 6</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Harlem Ambassadors</B> vs. local "celebrity" team, 6:00 p.m., Arab Junior High School gymnasium to benefit Marshall County PALS (People Against a Littered State).  Tickets are $5.00 and will be available soon.  For more information, contact the PALS office at 256-582-1918, Wednesday or Friday, or leave a message.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 36 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Monday</B></div> <div> <B>February 16</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>President's Day Holiday</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 124 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>Friday-Sunday</B></div> <div> <B>March 20-22</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Northeast Alabama Craftsmen's Association Spring Craft Show</B>, Von Braun Center South Hall, 700 Monroe Street, Huntsville.  Hours are Friday and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, Noon to 5:00 p.m..  Admission is free.  Approximately 200 craftsmen with teddy bears, dolls, doll furniture, unusual pottery, special ornaments, toys, one of a kind jewelry, clothes and room decor, wooden kitchen accessories and more.  The show will benefit the Senior Center, Salvation Army Soup KItchen, Meals on Wheels, Alzheimer's Day Care, Hope Place, CASA, Agape and several scholarships to high school seniors. </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 1198 ><NOBR><div>  <A NAME="art_and_exhibits"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="b0b938f0.png" border=0 width="147" height="143" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> <B> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="162" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP BGCOLOR=#111111 HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <B>ARTS and EXHIBITS</B></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></B></div> <bR> <bR> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Honeycomb Arts </B>Fall Semester Classes for adults and children.  Overview of classes below and on the web at www.honeycombart.com.  Contact Jim or Jennie at 256-571-0375 or email info@honeycombart.com.  </div> <div> <U>Group Classes</U> </div> <div> <B>Art FUNdamentals</B>, Ages 6-12, teaches the basics of art theory.  Mondays, 3:30 p.m., one hour.  $60 monthly, includes most materials.</div> <div> <B>Advanced Art</B>, Ages 7-15, explores theory and technique.  Every other Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to Noon, September thru November.  $60.00 monthly, includes most materials.</div> <div> <B>Studio Art</B>, Adults, individual projects with guidance.  Wednesdays, 1:00 p.m., two hours.  $60 monthly, students use own materials.</div> <div> <B>Group Guitar Class</B>, Ages 7 to Adult, elementary to intermediate guitar techniques and methods.  Day and time arranged with students, 30 minute class.  $40 monthly.</div> <div> <B>Group Piano Class</B>, Ages 7-12, beginning piano in a fun, group atmosphere.  Day and time arranged with students, 30 minute class.  $35 monthly.</div> <div> <U>Private Lessons</U></div> <div> <B>Guitar</B>, Ages 7 to Adult, beginner to advanced, learn correct methods and theory for chording, tablature, scales and sight reading.  Day and time arranged with student, 30 minutes weekly.  $55 per month or $18 per lesson.</div> <div> <B>Piano</B>, Ages 7 to Adult, elementary to intermediate students.  Day and time arranged with student, 30 minutes weekly.  $55 per month or $18 per lesson.</div> <div> <B>Private Art Lessons</B>, Ages 6 to Adult.  Day and Time arranged with student.  One hour per week, $75 per month; 1-1/2 hours per week, $90 per month; 2 hours per week, $100 per month.</div> <div> <B>Metal or Plaster Sculpture</B>, Ages 16 to Adult, learn welding, hammering and accent techniques to build steel sculptures, or learn the techniques of plaster form.  Day and time arranged with student, 2 hours per week.  $110 monthly, includes materials.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Huntsville Art League offers Fall Art Classes</B> in a variety of media and techniques taught by qualified professional art instructors including classes for homeschool students. Morning, afternoon and evening classes are available.  Pre-registration is required.  For more information, visit www.HuntsvilleArtLeague.org or call 256-534-3860.  Space is limited.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Ed Starnes will be the Limelight Artist </B>at the Huntsville Art League Gallery and Visual Arts Center (HAL), September 1-14.  The Photographers of HAL will exhibit in the HAL Limelight Gallery, September 15-30.  The artwork of Doris Sisk will be exhibited during the month of October.  HAL is open to the public free of charge Monday thru Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  For additional information, contact HAL at 256-534-3860.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Unique Views of Huntsville</B>, the 4th Annual Juried Show of the Huntsville Art League Gallery and Visual Arts Centers (HAL), September 13-21, 2008 at the Huntsville Museum of Art.  $1500 cash, prizes and ribbons will be awarded to exceptional art selected for the exhibit.  Artists are encouraged to submit their "unique view" in the media and style of their choice.  Deadline is August 27, 2008.  For more details and entry form, call 256-534-3860 or visit www.HuntsvilleArtLeague.org.</div> <bR> <div> <B>"It's a Beautiful World" </B>art exhibit will be hosted by the Huntsville Times Gallery in October, featuring Huntsville Art League (HAL) watercolor artist Caroline Wang.  This exhibit displays original watercolors which were inspired by Wang's travel to the Far East and Europe.  The Huntsville Times Gallery is open to the public Monday thru Friday at 2317 Memorial Parkway SW.  For more information, call 256-534-3860.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Huntsville Art League (HAL) Artists Katrina Weber and Shirley C. Barnes </B>will exhibit at the Heritage Club during October and November.  The Heritage Club is located at 111 Washington Street, Huntsville.  Call 256-534-3860 for more information.</div> <bR> <div> <B>The Huntsville Art League (HAL)</B> <B>Events</B></div> <div> Calling all artists - HAL is accepting new artists for Exhibition in the Main Gallery.  All media is welcome.  For more information and to schedule your appointment, call 256-534-3860.</div> <div> Additional information may be viewed at www.huntsvilleartleague.org.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Support Arts Education</B>.  Research shows that children who participate in the arts do better in school.  The Center for Arts Education (CAE) is dedicated to helping parents support arts education and is offering a FREE guide that provides information to advance and support arts education in schools.  To request a FREE guide on the benefits of arts education and resources available in local schools and your community.  Arts education is the law and all children should have access to arts learning.  For more information, visit www.cae-nyc.org.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 1142 ><NOBR><div> <B>BLOOD</B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="blood_drives"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT><B>DRIVES</B></div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="d38c15c0.jpg" border=0 width="193" height="92" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <IMG SRC="d86d0680.png" border=0 width="208" height="104" ALT="Microsoft Office Word Document" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>LifeSouth</B> Donor Center, Highway 431, Albertville is now open 6 days a week in an effort  to keep pace with the local need for blood.  Hours are Mon-Wed-Fri, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Tues & Thurs, 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; and Sat. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  </div> <bR> <div> All LifeSouth Donor Centers</div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="442" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Alabaster</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 1007 1st Street North</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 205-663-4050</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Albertville</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 8612 U.S. Hwy 431</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-894-6066</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> Baldwin County</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="220" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 888-795-2707</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Birmingham</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 396 W. Oxmoor Road</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 205-943-6000</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="93" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 2010 Brookwood Medical Center Drive</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 205-445-0667</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="93" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> St. Vincent's Medical Center</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 205-833-3557</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Cullman</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 1890 Alabama Hwy 157, Suite 110</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-775-6689</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Decatur</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 2349 Danville Road SW, Suite 120</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-552-0060</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="93" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 1016 Somerville Road SE</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-308-0769</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Dothan</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 3833 Ross Clark Circle</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 334-792-9977</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Huntsville</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 2801 Westcorp Blvd SW</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-533-8201</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="93" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 1101 Silvey Road</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-265-6340</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="93"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="33" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="93" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> Huntsville Hospital for Women and Children, 911 Big Cove Road</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-265-0127</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 33 WIDTH="93"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="33" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="93" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> Clearview Cancer Institute, 3601 CCI Drive, Suite 210</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-539-0127</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Florence</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 205 Marengo Street</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-785-7038</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> Mobile County</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="220" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 888-795-7038</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> Montgomery</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 1601 Eastern Blvd.</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 334-260-0803</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Opelika</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="220"><div> 505 East Thomason Circle</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 334-705-0884</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="93"><div> Sheffield</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 1208 South Jackson Highway</div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> 256-383-3535</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> <B>Upcoming LifeSouth Blood Drives:</B></div> <div> <B> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="560" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="160"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="160" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="240"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="240" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="134"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="134" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="160"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="160" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="240"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="240" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="134"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="134" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="160"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="160" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="240"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="240" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="134"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="134" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="160"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="160" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="240"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="240" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="134"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="134" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="160"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="160" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="240"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="240" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="134"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="134" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="160"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="160" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="240"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="240" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="134"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="134" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="160"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="160" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="240"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="240" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="134"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="134" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="160"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="160" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="240"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="240" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="134"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="134" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="160"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="160" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="240"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="240" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="134"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="134" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> </TABLE></B></div> <bR> <div> <B>Red Cross</B><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B> <A NAME="donate_and_do_disney___one_lucky_blood"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></FONT></div> <div> <B>November is National Youth Involvement Month. </B> Since the founding of the Junior Red Cross in 1917, youth and the Red Cross have been partners.  At the Madison/Marshall County Chapter, there are almost 500 youth volunteers who teach fire safety to young children, serve in local hospitals, work numerous community projects, service on Disaster Awareness Response Teams (DART) and much more.  to become a Red Cross Youth Volunteer, call 256-536-0084, ext. 212 or for more information go to www.redcrossrelief.org.</div> <bR> <div> The American Red Cross Alabama and Central Gulf Coast Blood Services Region needs 800 people to donate blood each weekday to meet the needs of patients in approximately 100 hospitals and healthcare facilities throughout the region.  A single donation can save up to three lives.  Please call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or visit <A HREF="http://www.redcrossblood.org" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.redcrossblood.org"><U>www.redcrossblood.org</U></A> to make an appointment to donate blood today.</div> <bR> <div> Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives</div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="569" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="71"><div> Date</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><div> City</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="256"><div> Location</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="138"><div> Time</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="71"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="71" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="71"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="71" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="256"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="256" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="138"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="138" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 762 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>CLUBS &</B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="clubs"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT></div> <div> <B> GROUPS</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Alzheimer's</B> <B>Services of Marshall County</B>.  256-293-6556.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Marshall County Craft Club</B> is accepting applications for new members.  Club limits membership to 100 individuals and is open to all including non-residents.  Information at 256-878-7433.</div> <bR> <div> A “<B>30 Mile Walking Club</B>” is being established at the Guntersville Senior Center meeting Thursdays at 9:00 a.m.  All area seniors are invited to take part.  Get details by calling 256-505-3000.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Adult Singles Ministry</B>, Blount County.  Details at 205-647-0110.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Disabled American Veterans</B> Arab Chapter meets the first Monday every month, 6:00 p.m. at the Arab City Park senior center, behind the pool.  For information, phone 256-586-8920.</div> <bR> <div> <B>MS Self Help Group</B> meets the first Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., board room, Marshall Medical Center North.  Support group hosts guest speakers, holds news and research discussions, works on the group memory book, participates in the Spring MS walk; and more.  Confidentiality is respected.  For more information on the group, please contact Pam at 256-931-4664; Angie at 256-894-3487; or Beth at 256-505-1733.   For information from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, call toll free 1-800-FIGHT-MS or visit nationalmssociety.org.</div> <bR> <div> <B>North Alabama Singles Dance</B>, second Saturday of the month, 7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Claysville Shriner's Clubhouse, just off Highway 431, behind Barfield Nursing Home.  $5.00 Admission.  Food and soft drinks provided.  Country and light rock music with deejay.  Big screen TV for non-dancers.  Call Jeannie for information at 256-894-9944.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Marshall County Democratic Club</B> meets the first Tuesday of each month, Bruce's Restaurant, Highway 431 North, Guntersville.  Buffet dinner at 6:00 p.m., $10.00.   For details, go to www.marshallcodems.com.  <B>Marshall County Executive Committee</B> meets the last Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. For information, contact Susan McKenney at 256-586-1551.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Northeast Alabama Orchid Society </B>meets the second Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the Anniston Museum of Natural History.  Visitors are always welcome.  For more information, visit www.NEAOS.org or contact Linda Currie at Lincurrie@aol.com or call 256-835-8646.  </div> <bR> <div> <B>Ruth Community Neighborhood Watch</B> meets the second Tuesday of each month, 7:00 p.m.  Refreshments served at the social that follows.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Ruth Community Volunteer Fire</B> meets the third Thursday of each month, 7:00 p.m. </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 1097 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>DONATIONS</B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="donations_needed"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT><B> NEEDED</B></div> <bR> <div> <B><IMG SRC="441784a0.gif" border=0 width="120" height="74" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#111111" FACE="Arial" ><B>Fund FREE Mammograms </B></FONT></div> <div> <B>with just a </B><A HREF="http://www.thebreastcancersite.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.thebreastcancersite.com"><U><B>click</B></U></A></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Foster Parent Safety Kit Drive</B> to collect cabinet door locks, protective covers for electrical outlets, safety gates for stairs, smoke alarms and batteries, 5-pound dry chemical fire extinguishers, safety kits for curtain and blind cords, first aid kits, carbon monoxide detectors, rope ladders for second story windows, and lock boxes for medications.  Twin beds and/or bunk beds with mattresses, and dresses are also needed.  Scrap book supplies including paper, stickers, art supplies and binders are needed to prepare memory books for the foster children. To make a donation or find out more about Foster Parenting, contact the Marshall County Department of Human Resources at 256-582-7100.</div> <bR> <div> Donate <B>old cellphones</B> to benefit Pilot House, Cullman.  Boxes for donations are set up at the Cullman County Museum, St. John's Church, First Baptist Church and North Brook Baptist Church.  Pilot House is a division of the Cullman County Department of Human Services.  </div> <bR> <div> Phi Beta Lamda at Snead State College is collecting <B>empty printer cartridges</B> as a fundraiser.  Drop them off at the Health Sciences Building on campus or at the bookstore in the Boaz Outlet Center.  For more information, call 256-506-2055.</div> <bR> <div> Marshall County PALS, <B>People Against a Littered State</B>, a non-profit organization dedicated to the goal of cleaning up Marshall County and keeping it clean, green and beautiful through educational programs and hands-on projects such as litter pick-ups, river rescues, etc.  The goal to achieving litter free roadsides, public places and communities is based on volunteerism.  Membership forms were mailed to various people and organization, seeking their support through commitments and donations.  An incorrect address was reflected on the form.  The correct mailing address for Marshall County PALS is 424 Blount Avenue, Box G-17, Guntersville, AL  35976.  If you would like to join PALS' efforts, call Jeannine Wilder at 256-582-1918, Wednesdays and Fridays.  </div> <bR> <div> Donate to <B>Emergency Equipment Foundation</B>, P.O. Box 895, Albertville AL 35950</div> <div> or call 256-302-1330.  Your tax deductible donation is needed & appreciated.</div> <bR> <div> Volunteer Center of Madison County is seeking donated items for <B>family disaster kits</B> for their "Prepared to Serve" learning project.  Kits will be distributed to disadvantaged youth.  For information on how you can help, call 256-539-7797.</div> <bR> <div> Cullman-area <B>Animal Welfare</B> Association needs items for its shelter including blankets, kitten and puppy food, dishwashing detergent, paper towels and disposable gloves.  Drop off items at veterinary clinics in the Cullman area.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="49e85740.jpg" border=0 width="133" height="116" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" ><B> <A NAME="happy_paws_haven"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></FONT>Neglected, abused, abandoned or soon to be euthanized companion animals available for immediate adoption at <B>Happy PAWS Haven</B> in Arab.  Donations are needed for funding of veterinarian services, food, vaccinations, janitorial equipment, groundskeeping machinery and tools, cleaning supplies, leashes and collars, dog and cat toys, office equipment, vehicles, facility improvements, buildings and other expenses.  To volunteer or establish a foster home, call 256-653-1674.  Help is needed for site maintenance and construction, data entry, dog and cat training, interim bonding, pack and cattery socialization and other chores.  Happy PAWS Haven is a non-profit, no-kill, no kennel companion animal shelter registered as a 501c3 Corporation in the State of Alabama.  <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://www.happypawshaven.org" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.happypawshaven.org"><U><B>Happy PAWS Haven</B></U></A></FONT></div> <bR> <div> Save-A-Life/Give-A-Phone program collects used, donated <B>cell phones</B> and refurbishes them to provide emergency access for YWCA domestic shelters.  Drop off your old phone at Office Equipment Company, Third Street, Cullman or call 256-734-1900.</div> <bR> <div> LifeSouth Donor Center, Highway 431, Albertville is now open 6 days a week in an effort</div> <div> to keep pace with the local need for <B>blood</B>.  Hours are Mon-Wed-Fri, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.;</div> <div> Tues & Thurs, 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.; and Sat. 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 1808 ><NOBR><div> <B> <A NAME="education"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="162" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP BGCOLOR=#111111 HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="150"><div> <B>EDUCATION</B></div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="b0dcc090.jpg" border=0 width="204" height="265" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Marshall County area host families urgently needed for foreign students.  </B>Learn firsthand about another culture without leaving the United States and establish a friendship that will last a lifetime.  Many local high schools are still open to enrollment and encourage families to get involved.  Pacific Intercultural Exchange has international students from more than 40 countries arriving into the area for homestay programs.  They urgently need your help.  the non-profit organization is looking for a few  more caring host families to share the American way of life.  If you think you may be interested in hosting a foreign teen, or would like more information about the program, please call P.I.E. at 1-800-828-9001 or visit them on the web at pieusa.org.</div> <bR> <div> Enroll in the <B>Marshall and DeKalb County Master Gardener program</B>.  Forms at the Marshall County Extension Service office in the Guntersville Courthouse or at the Sand Mountain Research Extension Center in Crossville. Information at 256-582-2009.</div> <bR> <div> Wallace State College is offering training and third party testing for class A and B <B>commercial driver licenses</B> and passenger endorsements for buses.  For information, call 256-352-8273.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Northeast Alabama Adult Education</B> provides FREE classes designed to help students remove barriers caused by a lack of education. Open-enrollment policy allows you to enroll at any time.  Classes include: </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">GED Preparation (including English and Math) </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">English as a Second Language </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Reading </div> <div> <IMG BORDER="0" SRC="Symb075c00b700dc00000000.png" HEIGHT="15" WIDTH="24" ALIGN="bottom" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">And Basic College Readiness</div> <div> GED classes are even available on-line for qualified students who are home-bound or unable to attend classes due to their work schedule. For more information about any of their programs, call your local community college, board of education or the offices of the Northeast Alabama Adult Education Program (located at and managed/directed by Northeast Alabama Community College) at 256-638-2957 or 256-228-0021 You can also visit their website at www.nacc.edu/adulted.</div> <div> <B>Marshall County class locations:</B></div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="590" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 751 ><NOBR><div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="1" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="342" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="VOID" RULES="NONE" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> <B><U>GED/BASIC ACADEMIC SKILLS</U></B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 3 WIDTH="338"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="3" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="338" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> <B>Alabama's Career Center System</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Albertville Employment Office</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> 5920 Hwy. 431</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> (new enrollees on 1st class of each week only)</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Monday through Thursday 8 AM - 1 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 5 - 8 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Phone:  891-3090</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="338" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> <B>Arab Adult Education Center</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> 153 Main Street</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> (new enrollees on 1st class of each week only)</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Monday through Thursday 8 - 12 Noon</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Tuesday and Thursday 5 - 8 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Phone:  931-2299 or 586-6026</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="338" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> <B>DAR High School</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Siemes Thomas Classroom Building</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Monday & Tuesday 6 - 9 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Phone:  728-4238</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="338" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> <B>Guntersville Adult Education Center</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> 2309 Worth Street</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Monday and Wednesday 8:30 - 11:30 AM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Monday and Wednesday 5 - 8 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Phone:  582-9216 or 582-3159</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="338" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Marshall County Even Start Program</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> Marshall County Technical School, Guntersville</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> (Free childcare provided for ages 6 wks - 5 yrs.)</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> Monday through Thursday 7:45 AM - 12:45 PM</div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Phone:  582-2310</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="338" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> <B>Snead State Community College</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Library Basement Room 102 & 106</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Tuesday and Wednesday 8 - 11 AM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 5 - 8 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="338"><div> Phone:  593-5120</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP><NOBR><div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="1" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="381" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="VOID" RULES="NONE" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> <B><U>READING</U></B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 3 WIDTH="377"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="3" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="377" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Guntersville Adult Education Center</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> 2309 Worth Street</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Tuesday 9 - 12 Noon</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Tuesday 5:30  - 8:30 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Phone:  582-9216 or 582-3159</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="377" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="377" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> <U>ENGLISH AS A 2ND LANGUAGE</U></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="377" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <B>Marshall County Community Resource Center</B></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Crossroads Mall, Hwy. 431, Albertville</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> (new enrollees on 1st & 3rd Mondays only)</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> (Free childcare is provided)</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Mon., Tues. & Thurs. 9:30 - 11:30 AM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Mon., Tues. & Thurs. 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Mon., Tues. & Thurs.  4 - 6 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Mon., Tues. & Thurs.  6 - 8:30 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Phone:  279-0599 or 638-2957</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="16" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="377" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> <B>Boaz City School System</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Community Learning Center</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> 358 Collier Drive, Boaz, Rooms 3 & 4</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> (Free childcare is provided)</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 5 - 7 PM</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="377"><div> Phone:  281-0321</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> Free <B>G.E.D. </B>classes are being held Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Blountsville Public Library.  For times and additional information, call 256-352-8078.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Northeast College </B>in Rainsville is offering new classes in Retail Management as part of a Business Management degree. Course agenda includes retaining, legal and social environment.  Register by calling 256-228-6001.</div> <bR> <div> Cullman County EMA is accepting applications for <B>CERT Training</B> Classes.  Classes are free and taught by certified professionals.  Information at 256-739-5410.</div> <bR> <div> Youth for Understanding seeks volunteer families to host <B>international high school exchange students</B> for the upcoming school year.  Each year YFU provides international educational and American home-stay opportunities to about 2,000 exchange students.  These students are between the ages of 15 to 18 years old and are from one of 50 countries around the world.  Interested families and individuals may contact Joe Matta, Florida field director, at 800-872-0200 ext. 278 or via e-mail at matta@yfu.org for more information.  To apply, please visit www.yfu-usa.org.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Self-defense class offered for women </B>at least 13 years of age.  The Equalizer, a self-defense training program, teaches the basics to defend yourself in the event of an attack.  The cost for each phase of the three-phase course to $20.00 with a $20.00 free for the manual.  For information, contact instructor Scottie Waldrep of the Arab Police Department at 256-640-7103.  To download a PDF file of the registration form, <A HREF="file://C:\Users\Susan\Documents\Arab Police Department\Self Defense Class Registration Form.pdf" TARGET="_top" TITLE="file://C:\Users\Susan\Documents\Arab Pol"><U>click here</U></A></div> <bR> <div> North Alabama Center for Educational Excellence is offering free assistance in completing electronic applications for student aid.  Free career and personal counseling as well as scholarship information are also offered.  256-739-2382.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 322 WIDTH="218"><div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FF0066" FACE="Arial" ><B>FUNDRAISERS</B></FONT> <A NAME="fundraisers"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Honor a loved one's memory </B>and help fight cancer by contributing to the American Cancer Society Memorial and Honor Gift program.  Your gift could save a life.  Send your donation to your local American Cancer Society office at 2515-B Memorial Parkway SW, Huntsville, AL 35801 or call 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org to make your donation today.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Jackson County Council on Aging </B>is offering their second edition cookbook with recipes from some of North Alabama's most recognizable citizens.  $10.00 each.  Available the Senior Building in the Jackson County Park and at the Scottsboro Senior Center.  For more information, call 256-574-6733.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Friends of the Grant Library</B> selling their new cookbook for $15.00 with proceeds to benefit library project.  Books on sale at Grant Pharmacy, Peoples State Bank, Curves, Barnes Clothing and First Bank.  Information or to order, call 256-728-2524.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Friends of the Library Bookstore in Arab</B> offers used books for sale at bargain prices with all proceeds go toward the purchase of new books and equipment.  Open Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 53 ><NOBR><div> <B>HALLOWEEN EVENTS</B><B> <A NAME="halloween_events"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>2nd Annual Haunted Forest, </B>Asbury Volunteer Fire Department.  Friday and Saturday nights only, October 3 through November 1, open at dusk.  $7.00 per person.  Concessions available.  More information at www.asburyfire.com.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 700 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>HEALTH</B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="health"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT><B> </B></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <div> <B><IMG SRC="a1c89640.png" border=0 width="137" height="100" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> If your sister was diagnosed with <B>breast cancer</B>, and you were not, The Sister Study needs you to help learn what causes breast cancer.  Women ages 35 to 74 can enroll by calling 1-877-4-SISTER (78337) or by going to sisterstudy.org.  The Sister Study is conducted by the National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Colon cancer</B> is largely preventable and when caught early it has a 90% survival rate.  If you are age 50 or over, a colon cancer screening could save your life.  Call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Dyspraxia USA</B>, a non-profit organization based in Chicago, seeks to generate awareness, increase diagnosis, and help people with this condition throughout the United States.  Dyspraxia is a neurological disorder that affects 6% of the population.  It's a condition that affects each individual differently, but one constant remains:  Dyspraxia affects the ability to judge, interpret and preceive.  For more information, to volunteer, or to become a member, please visit www.dyspraxiausa.org or call 1-733-248-3476.</div> <bR> <div> <B>MS Self Help Group</B> meets the first Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., board room, Marshall Medical Center North.  Support group hosts guest speakers, holds news and research discussions, works on the group memory book, participates in the Spring MS walk; and more.  Confidentiality is respected.  For more information on the group, please contact Pam at 256-931-4664; Angie at 256-894-3487; or Beth at 256-505-1733.   For information from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, call toll free 1-800-FIGHT-MS or visit nationalmssociety.org.</div> <div>  </div> <div> Free and confidential <B>HIV Testing and Counseling</B>, Marshall Family Health Clinic, Crossroads Mall, Albertville, every Thursday, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.  256-426-8753.  Sponsored by Marshall Medical Systems and AIDS Action Coalition of North Alabama</div> <bR> <div> The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' National <B>Diabetes Education</B> Program - a joint program of the National Institutes of Health and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - has a free brochure available to help you learn to control diabetes and take advantage of related Medicare benefits for supplies and services.  To get your free Power to Control brochure, call 1-800-438-5383.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Suicide Prevention</B> Hotline 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433).  Learn how to prevent suicide at <A HREF="http://www.adph.org\suicideprevention" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.adph.org\suicideprevention"><U>www.adph.org\suicideprevention</U></A></div> <bR> <div> Learn the health benefits to babies by <B>breastfeeding</B> at the National Women's Health Information Center's free breastfeeding helpline at 1-800-994-WOMAN or visit the web site at www.4woman.gov.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 71 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>HELP WANTED</B><B> <A NAME="help_wanted"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Substitute Bus Drivers</B> are needed by the Marshall County School System.  Brindlee Mountain and Douglas areas.  Drivers earn $25.00 each way, each day.  Bus driver's certification class will be held March 17-19, Marshall Technical School.  For more information, call 256-582-2261.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 460 WIDTH="218"><div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FF0066" FACE="Arial" ><B>KIDS</B></FONT> <A NAME="kids"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>The Whole Backstage Children's Theatre </B>under the Direction of Kelleybrooke Brown, now registering for Winter Classes to begin January 5, 2009.  10 weekly classes, Monday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for children ages 12-16, and Tuesday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. for children ages 7-11.  $45.00 per month per student, with tuition discount available for more than one child per family attending.  Registration is open and spaces are limited.  Basic theatre techniques will be taught including script analysis, character development, and stage presence.  Session concludes with performance.  Enroll today by calling 256-582-SHOW (7469) or visit the theatre online at www.wholebackstage.com.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Mommy & Me - Shake, Rattle & Roll Program</B> is a fun and exciting way to get back your "before baby body".  Combining cardio and strength training, achieve your personal fitness goals and have a unique boding experience with your little one.  This is a developmentally stimulating experience for your child while you connect with other mommies and get back in shape.  Also a toddler exercise program supervised by trained professional at the same time for those who don't want to roll.  Every Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. starting in May, Heritage Park, Cullman Parks and Recreation.  $30 per month.  $10 for one extra child and $5.00 per child after two.  Sign up at the Cullman Civic Center or by calling 256-734-9157.  </div> <bR> <div> Talk to your kids about <B>drugs and alcohol</B>.  For information go to <A HREF="http://www.theantidrug.com/" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.theantidrug.com/"><U>The Anti-Drug website</U></A>.</div> <bR> <div> Make a difference - become a <B>foster parent</B>.  Open your heart to a child in need of a home by becoming a foster parent.  Join a class starting soon.  Monthly orientation is scheduled every second Monday and third Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  Call Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth of Alabama in Huntsville at 256-424-0110 or 866-520-2104.  Or log on to www.safy.org.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 296 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>LIVE MUSIC</B><B></B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="live_music_1"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT></div> <bR> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> "Contra Dance" also known as <B>"Barn Dance"</B>, the first and third Saturday of every month, Faith Presbyterian Church gymnasium, corner of Whitesburg and Airport Road.  Beginner's workshop, 7:00 p.m. with evening dance 7:30-10:00 p.m.  Always Live Music.  All ages welcome.  Singles, couples, and families.  No partner necessary.  Easy to learn (even with 2 left feet) - all dances taught.  Very aerobic exercise!! Expect to sweat.  Comfortable clothing and soft-soled shoes such as tennis shoes, no boots or heels.  For further information, contact Jane Ewing 256-582-1021 or check on the web at <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#111111" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="http://secontra.com/NACDS.html" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://secontra.com/NACDS.html"><U>http://secontra.com/NACDS.html</U></A></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>Wednesday Night Dance</B> to the sound of old country provided by The Classics.  This Senior Spirit event is held each Wednesday night at the Donald E. Green Senior Center, Ingle Park Gym, 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.  Cost is $4.00 per person.  </div> <bR> <div> <B>Networks Lounge</B>, Lake Guntersville Holiday Inn, Highway 431, Guntersville.  WI-FI throughout.  <A HREF="http://www.holiday-inn.com/guntersville" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.holiday-inn.com/guntersville"><U>www.holiday-inn.com/guntersville</U></A>  </div> <bR> <div> <B>A-Z</B> News at <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" >www.absolutezeroband.com.  Upcoming shows and to order Absolute Zero merchandise.</FONT></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 230 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>NOTICES</B><B> <A NAME="notices"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Farm Service Agency Loan Funds </B>available for members of socially disadvantaged groups including women, African Americans, American Indians, Hispanics, Asians, Pacific Islanders and Alaskan Natives.  Funds are available for fiscal year 2008 to purchase or operate a family-size farm.  FSA guarantees loans made by conventional agricultural tenders for up to 95 percent of any loss.  For more information, contact the Marshall County Farm Service Agency, 1204 Gunter Avenue, Guntersville.  Phone 256-582-3662 or visit the Farm Loan Program website at www.fsa.usda.gov/dafl/default.htm.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Applications for Assistance</B> under the Emergency Conservation Program for farmers and ranchers suffering from damage due to the recent severe weather are being accepted by the Jackson County FSA.  An office has been established at the Mid-South Office Wholesale Building, Pisgah to handle inquiries.  Open thru Friday, March 14.  More information is available at 256-574-1005.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 685 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>OUTDOORS/</B><B> <A NAME="outdoors"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> <div> <B>SPORTS</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Ham and Turkey Shoot, </B>every Saturday, weather permitting, now thru January.  Sponsored by Arab Post 6226 Veterans of Foreign Wars.  From Arab 231 overpass and Highway 69, the shoot location will be on the left of Alabama 69, between Arab and Joppa.  </div> <bR> <div> <B>Cullman Gymanstics and Cheer Registration</B>, Cullman Parks and Recreation.  For more information, call 256-739-5567.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Cullman City Parks & Recreation announces the following programs:</B></div> <div> <B>Yoga classes</B>, Tuesday, 6:00 p.m.  $40.00 for any six classes, $30.00 for seniors.  Sign up daily.  Class instructor, Fabian Holland.</div> <div> <B>Non-impact Aerobics Class</B>, every Tuesday night, 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., Civic Center.  Classes are $6.00 each.</div> <div> <B>My First Time Rock Climbing</B>, lead by professional guide and instructor John W. McCrary, Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.  $25.00 per person, ages 6 and up.  Call ahead for reservations to 256-734-2125.  </div> <div> <B>de espanol to English</B>:  Aprenda ingles con Alexandra Gratis!  A la parque de Ingle en el edificio.  El primero, tercero y quinto (si hay un) miercoles de toda meses a las 6 a 8 en la noche.  Preguntas? Ilame Alexandra 256-339-7471.</div> <div> <B>Cullman Wednesday Night Dance</B>, Donald E. Green Senior Center, Ingle Park Gym.  Oldies and country music by The Classics.  7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.  $4.00 per person.</div> <div> <B>Cullman Gymanstics and Cheer Registration</B>.  Led by Kristy Patterson and Carrie Bentley.  Call 256-739-5567 for information.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Lake Watch on the Guntersville Reservoir</B>.  A cooperative effort between Alabama Marine Police, Guntersville Police, Marshall County RSVP, Marshall County Sheriff, and TVA Police to promote a clean and safe environment for all people using and/or living near the Guntersville Reservoir.  Assist in educating the public concerning all types of boating safety, promote clean water initiatives, protect our environment, protect and improve game and fish population, work with law enforcement to observe and report dangerous or suspicious behavior.  No cost or membership dues.  Join today by calling 256-571-7734.  Report suspicious or unsafe activities by calling 800-839-0003.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Hunting & Fishing Licenses</B> available from DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION online by credit card at <A HREF="http://www.conservation.alabama.gov" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.conservation.alabama.gov"><U><U>www.conservation.alabama.gov</U></U></A>.   1-888-848-6887.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 749 ><NOBR><div> <B>PETS</B><FONT SIZE="4" COLOR="#FF0066" FACE="Arial" ><B> <A NAME="pets"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></FONT></div> <bR> <div> <B>Why Spay/Neuter?</B></div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="95" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP BGCOLOR=#FF0000 HEIGHT= 16 WIDTH="89"><div> <A HREF="#why_spayneuter" TITLE=" Whats Happening"><U><B>Click Here</B></U></A></div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <div> <B> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="194" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 361 WIDTH="182"><div> <B>Huntsville and Madison County residents on public assistance can get their pet neutered for $10 or less through the Spay/Neuter Action Project (SNAP) and Fixin' Alabama.  </B></div> <bR> <div> <B>Call SNAP at 256-830-8459 or visit the SNAP Thrift Store, 3312 Bob Wallace Avenue, Huntsville, Monday-Saturday, 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; Huntsville Animal Services, 4950 Triana Blvd., Huntsville, Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.; or Madison County Animal Services, Hi-Lo Circle, Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.</B></div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></B></div> <bR> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <A HREF="http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/clickToGive/home.faces?siteId=3" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.theanimalrescuesite.com/click"><U><B><IMG SRC="87bc8270.gif" border=0 width="200" height="39" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></U></A></div> <div> <B> <A NAME="arab_animal_shelter"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> <div> Open your heart & home to a pet.  The <B>Arab Animal Shelter </B>has animals waiting for a loving owner.  For information about pets available now for adoption, .  Dogs and cats can also be viewed at www.caraa.org.</div> <bR> <div> Cullman Animal Shelter is in urgent need of citrus dish detergent, latex gloves, and non-clumping kitty litter for animal care.  Donations of paper towels, bleach and large pet taxis are also needed.  To make a donation, contact the shelter at 256-734-5448.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Mobile Pet Adoptions</B> sponsored by the Cullman Animal Shelter, every Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Pet Depot, Cullman.  For information, call 256-338-2936</div> <bR> <div> Pet Adoptions sponsored Cullman Area Animal Welfare Association, Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Tractory Supply, U.S. Highway 31, Cullman.  For information, call 256-227-4327.</div> <bR> <div> <B>North Sand Mountain Animal Clinic</B> is participating in the Jackson County SNAP program designed to provide low-cost spay and neuter surgery to large dogs owned by low income families.  Details at 256-451-8401.</div> <bR> <div> <B>TEARS</B> is a 501 c(3) Non-Profit organization that specializes in pet rescue operations such as the more than 200 cats that were found in deplorable conditions in Blount County.  Your donations are tax deductible and can be mailed to:  TEARS, 226 Glasgow Road, </div> <div> Birmingham, AL 35224 </div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="df9ac220.png" border=0 width="172" height="34" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> <A NAME="cat_adoption"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="374" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 211 ><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="df564ad0.jpg" border=0 width="100" height="173" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="255"><div> FUN 92.7 has three teenage kittens available for adoption.  The two all black males and black and white female are littered trained and ready to find good homes.  Call Joyce for availability at 256-586-9300. </div> <bR> <div> In addition to these playful, domesticated kittens ready for adoption, we also work to spay/neuter a neighborhood feral cat colony.  Eight sexually mature cats need to be captured and fixed.  If you would like to donate to help offset the spay/neuter costs of the project, you can make a donation by calling FUN 92.7 at 256-586-9300.</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 579 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>MARSHALL</B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="rsvp"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT><B> </B><B> </B></div> <div> <B>COUNTY </B><B>RSVP</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>RSVP  Classes</B></div> <div> Monthly classes are open to seniors 55 years and older, either free of charge or for a nominal fee.  Classes with a fee must be paid for before the class starts.  Most classes meet at Marshall County Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) offices located behind Mike's Merchandise in Guntersville.  For information, call 256-571-7734.</div> <bR> <div> <B>RSVP Quilters</B></div> <div> If you are 55 or older and can quilt or would like to learn, RSVP has quilting sites throughout the county:  Sites and weekly schedules are:</div> <div> <B>Guntersville</B>, Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., RSVP Annex, 502 Blount, yellow building</div> <div> <B>Grant</B>, Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Mt. Pleasant School, Simpson Point Road</div> <div> <B>Albertville</B>, Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Rec Center, W. McKinney Avenue</div> <div> <B>Arab</B>, first and third Monday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., Senior Center, 232 City Park Drive</div> <div> <B>Boaz</B>, Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., old Senior Center, Main Street</div> <div> Each site has a full-sized quilting frame.  Supplies are furnished to the groups through donations.  Transportation is available for those who regularly attend and need a ride depending on their location and proximity to the site.  For more details, contact Cynthia Cochran at 256-571-7134 or 256-878-0796.</div> <bR> <div> <B>RSVP Current Affairs Cafe</B>, Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.  The group discusses local, state, national and international current events and situations.  Members can bring clippings or subjects to discuss.  Moderator is Angela Otts.  Coffee and tea is available, and there's no charge for participation.  Each member is encouraged to bring a joke to share at the end of the session.  After heavy discussion, they always end with something upbeat.  They meet at the RSVP center, Highway 431, Blount Avenue, behind Mike's Merchandise, Guntersville.  For more information, call RSVP at 256-571-7734.</div> <bR> <div> <B>RSVP Chorus</B>, Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.</div> <div> <B>Computer Classes</B> call for current classes.  Cost varies.</div> <div> <B>Arthritis Foundation Exercise Program</B>, Monday & Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.</div> <div> <B>Reading Buddies</B> requires no special skills.  Call JoAnn.</div> <div> <B>RSVP</B> of Marshall County classes are at RSVP,  Guntersville, behind Mike's Merchandise.  For information, call 256-571-7734.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 199 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>RED CROSS</B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="red_cross_training"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT><B> TRAINING</B></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <IMG SRC="a778e560.jpg" border=0 width="142" height="86" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> (1) Make a Plan </div> <div> (2) Build A Kit</div> <div> (3) Get Trained</div> <div> (4) Volunteer</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> SIGN UP FOR A CLASS TODAY!  Marshall County now has an estimated population of over <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >85,000</FONT> people. Less than 3% of the population is certified and trained in CPR and First Aid. The <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >American Red Cross</FONT> is working very hard to provide a number of training classes throughout our County to accommodate everyone.  Remember, <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FF0000" FACE="Arial" >Together</FONT> We Can Save A Life!  For more information, visit www.redcrossrelief.com.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Nurse Assistant Training</B> course, December 2 thru December 30, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Upon successful completion of this 80 hour course, participants are eligible to take the state board exam for Certified Nurse Assistant.  The cost is $600.00 per person, includes textbook and pocket mask.  Participants are required to pre-register online at www.redcrossrelief.org or call 256-536-0084, ext. 321.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 158 WIDTH="218"><div> <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#FF0066" FACE="Arial" ><B>SCHOLARSHIPS</B></FONT><B> <A NAME="scholarships"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>The Cullman County Cattlewoman's Association</B> award a $500 scholarship to a student pursuing a career in agriculture.  For application information, call 256-352-4367.</div> <bR> <div> <B>American Cancer Society Mid-South Division</B> offers college scholarships to cancer survivors under the age of 25.  To apply, call 1-800-ACS2345 or visit www.cancer.org.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Marshall County Homebuilders Association </B>is sponsoring the Warren Scholarship to a deserving high school senior.  Applicants must be a resident of Marshall County, Alabama and have qualified for college.  To apply, call the association office at 256-891-7061.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 307 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>SENIOR</B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="senior_services"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT><B> SERVICES</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> A “<B>30 Mile Walking Club</B>” is being established at the Guntersville Senior Center meeting Thursdays at 9:00 a.m.  All area seniors are invited to take part.  Get details by calling 256-505-3000.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Cullman Wednesday Night Dance</B> at the Donald E. Green Senior Center, Ingle Park Gym.  Country and oldies music by The Classics.  7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  $4.00 per person.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Arab Senior bus pickup </B>service including outside Arab city limits.  Call 586-6960 to arrange transportation.  Must be 60 years of age or older.</div> <bR> <div> The Top of Alabama Regional Council joins with AARP to offer <B>"55 Alive" Driving classes</B> to older drivers to help them compensate for physical changes that come with age.  Guntersville Library.  256-564-9106.</div> <bR> <div> The Top of Alabama Regional Council is seeking seniors ages 55 and up to participate in the <B>"Senior Employment Program"</B>.  Eligible seniors receive on-job training and gain job skills. 256-564-9106.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 460 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>SUPPORT</B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="support_groups"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT><B> GROUPS</B></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> <B>Alzheimer's Disease Caregivers </B>Support Group.  Gilliam Springs Baptist Church will host support groups for caregivers of loved ones with Alzheimers and related diseases.  The purpose is to facilitate an atmosphere of shared experiences, where members support and encourage one another as they strive to meet the challenges before them.  An educational component will be included as part of the group sessions, and will reflect the information which members wish to explore.  For information, contact the church at 256-586-3147, or the Alzheimer's Association at 877-823-1040.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Alzheimer's Service of Marshall County</B> is located at Hospice of Marshall County, 408 Martling Road, Suite A104, Albertville.  Phone 256-279-0922.  Office hours are 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.  Email contact@asomc.org.  Mailing address is P.O. Box 2842, Albertville, AL  35950.  Website address is www.asomc.org</div> <bR> <div> <B>MS Self Help Group</B> meets the first Tuesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., board room, Marshall Medical Center North.  Support group hosts guest speakers, holds news and research discussions, works on the group memory book, participates in the Spring MS walk; and more.  Confidentiality is respected.  For more information on the group, please contact Pam at 256-931-4664; Angie at 256-894-3487; or Beth at 256-505-1733.   For information from the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, call toll free 1-800-FIGHT-MS or visit nationalmssociety.org.   </div> <bR> <div> HOSPICE of Marshall County <B>Grief and Bereavement </B>Support Services.  Separate groups for women and men, Rainbow Kids for children age 6-12, and Parents in Grief for parents who have lost a child.  All support groups are free, pre-registration is required.  Call HMC at 256-891-7724 or toll free 1-888-334-9336 for more information or visit the HMC website at www.hospicemc.org.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 406 ><NOBR><div>  <A NAME="theatre_and_concerts"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="2" CELLPADDING="2" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="162" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="BOX" RULES="ALL" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP BGCOLOR=#111111 HEIGHT= 16 ><NOBR><div> <B>THEATRE & CONCERTS</B></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><bR> <div> <B>My Three Angels</B>, presented by Theatre Huntsville, November 14-15 and 20-22 at 7:30 a.m. and November 16 and 22 at 2:00 p.m.  VBC Playhouse.  Adults $15.00, Students/Seniors/Active Military $13.00.  Group rates available.  Call 256-536-0807 or visit www.theatrehsv.org for more information.</div> <bR> <div> <B>The Whole Backstage Children's Theatre </B>under the Direction of Kelleybrooke Brown, now registering for Winter Classes to begin January 5, 2009.  10 weekly classes, Monday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for children ages 12-16, and Tuesday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. for children ages 7-11.  $45.00 per month per student, with tuition discount available for more than one child per family attending.  Registration is open and spaces are limited.  Basic theatre techniques will be taught including script analysis, character development, and stage presence.  Session concludes with performance.  Enroll today by calling 256-582-SHOW (7469) or visit the theatre online at www.wholebackstage.com.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Lying in State</B>, directed by Jim Peterson, February 6-15, 2009.  Presented by the Whole Backstage.  Auditions will be Thursday, October 23 at 6:00 p.m., Friday, October 24 at 6:00 p.m.; and Saturday, October 25 at 10:00 a.m..  Callbacks will be held Sunday, October 26 at 2:00 p.m. if necessary.  Scripts are available at the WBS office.  For more information, call visit the WBS website at www.wholebackstage.com.</div> <bR> <div> <B>The Skin of Our Teeth</B>, May 1-10, 2009.  Directed by Dot Moore, presented by the Whole Backstage.  For more information, call visit the WBS website at www.wholebackstage.com.</div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 2019 WIDTH="218"><div> <B>VOLUNTEERS</B><FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#000000" FACE="Arial" > <A NAME="volunteers"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></FONT><B> </B></div> <div> <B>NEEDED</B></div> <bR> <bR> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="590"><div> RSVP of Marshall County seeks <B>Reading Buddies</B> for all area schools especially Grassy, Boaz and Douglas.  Spend a half hour once a week at the school of your choice, reading with one child who is chosen by the teacher.  Books are provided by the school.  No teaching experience is required.  Grades include kindergarten, 3 and 4.  For more information, contact RSVP at 256-571-7734.</div> <bR> <div> Puppeteers needed for <B>Anger Management </B>seminar for second graders presented by RSVP of Marshall County.  Five show per school year.  Move puppets to pre-recorded audio. Funded by a grant from the Children's Trust Fund.  For more information, contact RSVP at 256-571-7734.</div> <bR> <div> RSVP of Marshall County seeks volunteers to teach kids about safety in the home and how to call 911.  Pre-school program.  For more information, contact RSVP at 256-571-7734.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Marshall County area host families urgently needed for foreign students.  </B>Learn firsthand about another culture without leaving the United States and establish a friendship that will last a lifetime.  Many local high schools are still open to enrollment and encourage families to get involved.  Pacific Intercultural Exchange has international students from more than 40 countries arriving into the area for homestay programs.  They urgently need your help.  the non-profit organization is looking for a few  more caring host families to share the American way of life.  If you think you may be interested in hosting a foreign teen, or would like more information about the program, please call P.I.E. at 1-800-828-9001 or visit them on the web at pieusa.org.</div> <bR> <div> The Volunteer Center of Madison County in partnership with Huntsville Rehabilitation Foundation presents <B>Lunchtime in Spanish</B>.  For one hour each week, employees learn Spanish will they enjoy sandwiches.  Hilda Mary Eisler, president of the Alabama Hispanic Association, instructs this pilot class.  Originally from Columbia, Mrs. Eisler has been teaching immersion Spanish classes for years.  Complemented by hand gestures, pictures, pantomime and numerous other inventive teaching ideas, the only words students heare will be in Spanish.  If you are interested in hosting Spanish classes in your workplace of if you are fluent in English and at least one other language and are interested in volunteerism, contact Pam Cox, Volunteer Programs Manager, The Volunteer Center of Madison County, at 256-539-7797 or go to www.volunteerhsv.org.</div> <bR> <div> City of Albertville joins with Marshall County PALS for a new <B>Adopt-A-Mile litter campaign</B>.  Area businesses, groups and individuals can get information by calling 256-891-8202.</div> <bR> <div> A new <B>river, creek and stream cleanup</B> is being sponsored by Marshall County PALS, People Against A Littered State, in North Alabama.  To volunteer in your area, call 256-582-1918.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Northeast Alabama Adult Education Program</B>, located at and operated/managed by Northeast Alabama Community College, needs volunteers to assist in their growing classes.  A few hours each week to help others in your community learn the skills needed to realize their dreams and to build a solid foundation for a secure future.  To find out about volunteer opportunities available in your local area, call 256-638-2957 or 256-228-0021.</div> <bR> <div> Volunteers needed for the <B>Volunteers in Public Schools</B> program to help elementary school kids in their reading and math skills.  256-796-0283.</div> <bR> <div> Make a difference - become a <B>foster parent</B>.  Open your heart to a child in need of a home by becoming a foster parent.  Free training, 24/7 staff support, monthly reiumbursement, and more.  Join a class starting soon.  Monthly orientation is scheduled every second Monday and third Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  Call Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth of Alabama in Huntsville at 256-424-0110 or 866-520-2104.  Or log on to www.safy.org.</div> <bR> <div> <B>International Student Volunteers</B> is selecting individuals, ages 18 to 35, to represent America in a special volunteer work program this summer.   Assist under-privileged children and families in countries like the Dominican Republic and Costa Rica or help in conversation efforts in countries like Australia and New Zealand.  Last year, International Student Volunteers contributed over 250,000 hours of volunteer service.  For more information on this life changing opportunity, call 866-325-8999 or access www.isvonline.com</div> <bR> <div> <B>Youth For Understanding</B> is currently seeking volunteer families to host international high school exchange students for the upcoming August 2006-2007 school year. Each year YFU provides international educational and American home-stay opportunities to about 2,000 exchange students. These students are between the ages of 15 to 18 years old and are from one of 50 countries around the world.  Interested families and individuals may contact field director Myke Harris-Long at 800-872-0200 ext. 276 or via e-mail at harrislong@yfu.org for more information. To apply, please visit <FONT SIZE="2" COLOR="#0000FF" FACE="Arial" ><A HREF="www.yfu-usa.org" TARGET="_top" TITLE="www.yfu-usa.org"><U><U>www.yfu-usa.org</U></U></A></FONT>.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Mentor Marshall County</B> seeks 30-60 adults interested in becoming mentors to students throughout the area.  One year commitment, one hour per week during the school year required.  Must clear criminal background check.  For City schools contact:  Amanda Porter, Drug Free Marshall County, 256-571-9130, ext. 209.  For County schools contact: Diana Turner, Mentor Marshall County, 256-728-2226.</div> <bR> <div> Area <B>Host Families</B>  Urgently Needed For Foreign Students.  Learn firsthand about another culture without leaving the United States and establish a friendship that will last a lifetime.  P.I.E. has international students from more than 40 countries arriving into the area for homestay programs.  They need your help.  The non-profit organization is looking for a few more caring host families to share the American way of l ife.  If you think you may be interested in hosting a foreign teen, or would like more information about the program, please call P.I.E. immediately at 1-800-828-9001 of visit pieusa.org.</div> <bR> <div> <B>World Heritage Student Exchange</B> is seeking local families interested in providing a high school exchange student a positive encounter with the U.S.    The students are well screened by World Heritage, are proficient in English, 15 to 18 years old and come for the 2005-2006 school year.  For more information on students dreaming of a volunteer family who will share first-hand knowledge of the strength & values that make up our great nation, please call Patricia at 205-833-5445 or 1-800-888-9040.  Also visit Heritage's web site at www.world-heritage.org.  World Heritage is a nonprofit, tax-exempt, public benefit organization and is officially designated as an exchange visitor program by the United States Information Agency.</div> <bR> <div> <B>ALBERTVILLE SENIOR CENTER</B> needs volunteers to deliver hot lunches to the elderly each day.  If you would like to help, call 256-891-8279 for details.</div> <bR> <div> <B>New Beacon Hospice</B> is seeking volunteers to work with homebound patients in Jackson and DeKalb counties.  256-574-4622.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Adopt-A-Mile program</B> seeks volunteers/organizations to help keep roadways in Cullman County clean.  Contact Cullman People Against A Littered State at 256-736-2429.</div> <bR> <div> <B>Marshall county PALS</B> seeks volunteers to clean up the highways and byways of the area.  To adopt a roadway or stream, or just help out, call 256-582-1918.  The Marshall County District Shops provide support by serving as a pick-up point for bags and by their quarterly appliance pick-ups throughout Marshall County communities.  If you have items to be picked up, or if you need directions to your area shop for litter pick-up bags, please call:  District 1 at 256-753-2557; District 2 at 256-728-4117; District 3 at 256-878-7342; or District 4 at 256-878-0254.</div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> </NOBR></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <bR> <div>  <A NAME="why_spayneuter"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="1" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="1" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" ></A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="79a64a70.png" border=0 width="356" height="679" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> <bR> </td> </tr></table></body>