CHAMBER COMMENT Inside this Editionreads, “In Memory of Robert Sterrett who moved to Alabama in 1816 and died March 1817. Aged about 31 years.” Appointed administratrix, Sally

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CHAMBER LUNCHEON Wed Jan 16th “STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS” - Speaker - Mayor Hollie CostAnnual Chamber Business Meeting at Parnell LibraryNetworking at 11:30am,Lunch at noon / $12.00 eaCaterer - Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone

JANUARY 2019

Robert “Red” West met Elvis inhigh school in Memphis. Red was a part of the inner circle of the Presley entourage known as theMemphis Mafia. Lifelong friends, they would collaborate on numerous songs throughout Elvis’s career, but perhaps none as enduring as, If Every Day Was Like Christmas. It is a great thought and expression of love, joy, and happiness. “Oh why can’t every day be like Christmas? Why can’t that feeling go on endlessly? For if everyday could be just like Christmas What a wonderful world this would be” I thought about this in light of the new year when we often spend a great deal of time talking about new beginnings and planning for the days ahead. I wondered if a good plan for the coming year should not be a resolution but instead a reflection, a reflection of the joys of the past year and how to maintain them. Oh there are things in my life that need to change don’t misunderstand me. This year instead of cluttering the path with even more unfulfilled resolutions and promises, I am going to reflect on the ones that brought me joy and happiness. They are like good friends both a mirror and a shadow. Mirrors never lie and a shadow never leaves.

Happy New Year My Friends, I wish you Peace and Happiness.

Dr. Benjamin Crunk retires after 32 years of service.... Page 5

Mary Lawsonhonored for 50 years of banking service ... Page 6

MontevalloNative Jim Daynamed Veteranof Influence... Page 7

JANUARY 2019

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16 MONTEVALLO CHAMBER MONTHLYLUNCHEON“State of the City Address”. Guest Speaker - Mayor Hollie Cost; Annual Chamber Business Meeting, Parnell Library, 11:30 a.m., Lunch at noon ($12 ea) Luncheon caterer- Cake Art by Cynthia Bertolone

NATIONAL MEMORIAL FOR PEACE ANDJUSTICE DISCUSSIONParnel Memorial Library, 6 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

20 FIRST GENERAL MEETING OF 2019MONTEVALLO HISTORICAL SOCIETY2 p.m., Parnell Memorial LibrarySpeaker: Dr. Jim DaySUNDAY

27 RETIREMENT RECEPTION FOR DR. BENJAMIN CRUNK2-4 p.m., 980 Main Street, MontevalloSUNDAY

3 MONTEVALLO SCHOOLSMES, MMS & MHS start 2nd Semester

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8 UM REGISTRATION - NEW STUDENTSClasses Resume - Wed., Jan. 9th

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12-13 UM SINGLE REED SYMPOSIUMDavis Music Building

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13 SINGLE REED SYMPOSIUM CONCERT2 p.m., LeBaron Recital Hall

Montevallo Arts Council presents“Dogwood” / Live Music at ParnellMemorial Library Theater / 2pm / Tickets -www.montevalloartscouncil.com

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25 MEN’S CHOIR FESTIVALDavis Music Festival

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22-25 SCALE BACK ALABAMAMontevallo Library Weigh-In site, Two person teams, visit scalebackalabama.com for details.TUES-FRI.

17 FREE FINANCIAL PLANNING SEMINARParnell Memorial Library, 1 p.m., “RetirementReadiness”THURSDAY

29 FREE FINANCIAL PLANNING SEMINARParnell Memorial Library, 1 p.m., “Taking Control of Debt”TUESDAY

21 15TH ANNUAL REV. DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. UNITY MARCHMontevallo / 10am / line-up behind McDonald’s - March to Montevallo High School / POC - (205)902-5137 or (205)915-0787

MONTEVALLO ARTS COUNCIL PRESENTSJ.W. TELLER, Singer/Songwriter7 p.m., Parnell Memorial Library Theater,Tickets: montevalloartscouncil.com

MONDAY

15 LIVING WELL ALABAMA (Jan. 15-Feb. 19)6 Week Free Course, Each Tuesday, 2-4:30 pm, Shelby Woods, 100 Collins Street, Columbiana, 205-670-5770 or www.livingwellalabama.orgTUESDAY

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A REMARKABLE WOMANSubmitted by Marty Everse

Now all but forgotten, Sally Brooks Wood has rested in the Montevallo Cemetery for 159 years, her exquisitely carved marble marker broken and overrun with fire ants. The only other physical evidence of her sojourn here is believed to be a small brick springhouse on the Cleveland place in Wilton. Yet, her story should be recalled. She was one of the most fascinating women to ever trod the muddy streets of early Montevallo.

Sally was extraordinary. In a time when frontier rigors and unrelenting childbirth cut many women’s lives short, Sally buried three husbands and married a fourth, twenty three years her junior. In a time when women were expected to remain hearthside and only capable of domestic pursuits, Sally supervised her farm riding a white mule while knitting just as fast as she could knit. E. B. Teague, a notable Baptist preacher, wrote, “Aunt Sally Woods, as we called her in late life, was a remarkable woman, managing her business, complicated by the decease of several husbands, with great skill.” Sally did find time between funerals and business to birth seven children.

Sally was born Sarah Brooks on May 31, 1787 in Virginia, and when she was about 18 married Robert Sterrett there. Soon she and her new husband struck off for the bluegrasses of Kentucky. Not satisfied, they wandered down to Tennessee, then Madison County, Alabama and finally drifting further south to the uncharted forests of what would become Bibb and Shelby Counties. Here, Robert promptly died leaving Sally alone with three small sons, Major, Alfonso and David. His marble grave marker, twisted off its foundation by roots and stained with red clay lies just off the Marvel Road and reads, “In Memory of Robert Sterrett who moved to Alabama in 1816 and died March 1817. Aged about 31 years.”

Appointed administratrix, Sally held a sale at her dwelling to raise money to settle her husband’s debts. None other than Jesse Wilson, Montevallo’s founder, was the auctioneer that day. The recording clerk, the registrar of the Montgomery County Orphan’s Court, Henry Stevens, must have been enchanted with Sally during the proceedings. Within a year, he became her second husband, moving to her place in Bibb County.

In 1823, Sally and Henry contemplated moving to the bustling new village of Montevallo. Henry purchased planks, studs, weatherboarding and flooring and hired Blassingame Nabors, Pleasant West, and Jehu Ferrington to construct a house. Then Henry got sick. After a week-long illness, he died. So Sally was once again a widow but hardly alone. She now had six children, the Sterrett boys and Andrew, Mariah, and Margaret Stevens.

After Stevens’ death Sally remained a widow for several years until, as Preacher Teague put it, “she attracted the attention of Judge Allen so as to terminate in their marriage” in 1827. The new husband was a Kentucky man folks called “Long John” Allen. It would be her shortest marriage. John was dead by the spring of 1828 but not before siring Mollie, a very tall girl who had to stoop to get through doorways.

Three husbands planted in the ground and now 41 years old, with seven children, Sally’s prospects for attracting another husband were not promising. It took her four years, but she did beguile a fourth and final spouse, Richard Wood. This marriage raised a few eyebrows. Wood, a Baptist minister, was twenty-three years her junior. By the 1850s, whatever

wedded bliss existed evaporated. Sally was accused of “inhuman treatment to her husband, Richard Wood” at the Cahaba Valley Baptist Church. At the time, Wood was the church’s pastor. She faced the problem head-on at the next session and “came forward with an acknowledgement and proof sufficient to satisfy the church” and the charges were dropped.

However, Sally and Richard’s relationship remained rocky until the end. Her estate papers contain a lawyer’s bill for “services and advice in several matters connected with the disposition of her estate and her difficulties with Mr. Wood.” Richard is granted nothing in her will.

Sally died on January 24, 1860. Her family spared no expense with her funeral, spending $112 for her burial case, a very large amount for the time. Perhaps the best way to conclude her story is in the words of her friend, Preacher Teague. “Let her, though late, have due credit; such energetic characters are always criticized. I honor those who do something, though the strain of great trials leave scars on the mind and heart that make character less lovely than it might otherwise be.”

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No image of Sally exists. Her daughter, Margaret Stevens [above], married William P. Browne, one of the earliest coal mine operators in the Montevallo area.

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CELEBRATING OUR HOMETOWN DENTISTDR. BENJAMIN CRUNK

Please join us for a retirement reception honoring Dr. Crunk. Join us as we wish him success & happiness as he starts a new page of his life. The reception will celebrate the 32 years of dedication and hard work that he has given to the people of Montevallo. May he be showered with an abundance of opportunities to do what his heart desires.

The reception will be held at our dental office in Montevallo on Sunday, January 27th, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

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our new Teen Theater Club. Students will work together and with an instructor to explore various aspects of theater. Call 665-9207 ext. 2 to sign up today!

January 9th @ 10:00 a.m.: Toddler Craft: Easy crafts for little hands immediately following story time with Mr. Mac.

January 9th @ 6:00 p.m.: Evening Book Club: The book for January will be The Same Sweet Girls by Cassandra King.

January 16th @ 6:00 p.m.: National Memorial for Peace and Justice Discussion: A representative from the Equal Justice Initiative will be coming to Montevallo to discuss the recently completed National Memorial for Peace and Justice which commemorates lynching victims. The national lynching memorial is a sacred space for truth-telling and reflection about racial terror in America and its legacy.

January 25th @ 3:15 p.m.: Lego Club: Calling all future architects and engineers, join us for a building session at the Parnell Memorial Library!

CELEBRATING MARY DAWSON LAWSON’S 50 YEARS IN THE BANKING INDUSTRYRepresentative April Weaver, Representative Matt Fridy (not pictured) and Senator Cam Ward honored Mary with a State of Alabama, Shelby County Legislative Delegation Resolution commending Mary Lawson on her 50th anniversary with Trustmark National Bank.


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UM PROFESSOR NAMED VETERAN OF INFLUENCE Reprinted from Staff Reports, Shelby County Reporter

Dr. Jim Day, professor of history at the University of Montevallo, has been selected as one of Birmingham Business Journal’s 2018 Veterans of Influence.

This honor seeks to recognize military veterans who have distinguished themselves in the world of Birmingham business. A special advisory committee was utilized to select honorees, with criteria including their contributions to their company, a track record of innovation and leadership and their engagement in the community.

Since retiring from the Army in 1995, Day has taught history at Marion Military Institute, Judson College, Auburn University at Montgomery and the University of Montevallo. At UM, he teaches courses in Colonial America, Revolutionary America, Jeffersonian and Jacksonian America, the Gilded Age, U.S. History since 1945, the Korean and Vietnam Wars and the History of Alabama’s Constitutions.

“Jim has the unique ability to connect events in our nation’s past, and apply their consequences, to current national events,” said Michael J. Grainger in reference to Day being selected for this honor.

Day was also recently honored as the first Michael J. Grainger Endowed Professorship in Modern History at the University of Montevallo.


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CITY OF MONTEVALLO NEWSMayor’s Message...

Hollie C. Cost, Mayor

MAKING OUR MARK ON ALABAMA IN 2019

As usual around the 15th of the month,I was anguishing over what to writefor the upcoming mayor’s message. With the New Year just around the corner, it seemed natural to not only reflect on the year behind us, but to anticipate and prepare for the year ahead. When I did this, my head began to spin! I can say without a doubt, 2018 was truly remarkable for Montevallo. We completed the largest streetscape project in the history of our city, completely transformed two dismal downtown spaces into exceedingly charming pocket parks, continued our Bicentennial Celebration, launched the Tinglewood Festival, administered a pilot transit system, hosted our first Love Montevallo Day, completed multiple Façade grant projects, installed a new mural in the Middle School, completed the Orr Park Creekbank Restoration project, hosted numerous city forums to discuss some very challenging issues, passed the second non-discrimination ordinance in the state, won national and state level awards, broke ground on the Shoal Creek Park Pavilion, served as the site for multiple statewide meetings, experienced the University groundbreaking for the Center for the Arts and displayed the most beautiful holiday light and decorations in the state!

While all of these projects are aesthetically and economically impactful, the thread that ties them all together is that they amplify our opportunities for community interaction and signify our stellar Civic Health. Simply stated, we are doing things in Montevallo that aren’t possible in other places. One

of the primary reasons they are possible here is because we band together to make them work. We engage a broad audience by encouraging and nurturing a diverse body of community leaders. We reach out to community partners to welcome them in and support them when needed. In a time when people all over the world are making New Year’s resolutions to improve their personal health, wouldn’t it be significant for us as a community to make our own resolutions to continue to go down this path and serve as the prominent pillar of Civic Health in the State of Alabama.

I’ve given this a little thought and have come up with a few resolutions that might help us to continue to progress in that direction:

• Pledge to develop a fully accessible infrastructure

• Put physical health at the forefront by enhancing our outdoor recreational opportunities

• Continue to bring people together for community forums to discuss critical issues

• Mentor and nurture our youth

• Commit to talk with each other, not at each other

• Create bonds with those who have different perspectives

• Respond to criticism with an attempt to understand the other’s point of view rather than retort with further criticism

If we work on just a few of these efforts, I believe that Montevallo will truly make its mark on Alabama. As your mayor, I am committed to doing my part and am so incredibly grateful to be able to serve you all! Happy New Year!


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a brief history of the county, the second section gives you the locations where the app can be used, with address and a google map. Once you are close to a PastPort location you can “collect a stamp” on your app. The app locations for Shelby County are The American Village, Aldrich Coal Mine Museum, Heart of Dixie Railroad Museum, Karl C. Harrison Museum of George Washington and Shelby County Museum & Archives.


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You may have noticed some awesome infrastructure upgrades around Montevallo recently, including a lot of newly paved roads. Riding your bicycle on fresh asphalt provides a smooth ride comparable to floating on a cloud. Unfortunately, riding on clay bricks provides a mostly unpleasant experience that most cyclists avoid. Brick pavers have been part of Montevallo since 1896 and avoiding brick roads on campus isn’t always practical. Follow these tips to learn how to ride on brick pavers:

Route choice – plan your route to avoid the worst sections of road. There are many newly paved sections of campus such as Bloch and Vine Streets that have smoother bricks for riding. As tempting as it is to ride on the sidewalk, remember that in Alabama it is not lawful to do so.

Scan Ahead – keep an eye out ahead for bad sections of road so you don’t wait until the last moment to react to a large bump in the road. A predictable cyclist is a safe cyclist. Bunny hop – use the standard bunny hop to avoid an unforeseen obstacle. The same move you used as a kid can be practiced and used as an emergency measure when needed.

Ride on the saddle – although it is tempting to stand on your pedals to take the shake out of your backside, you need weight on the back wheel to maintain traction and stability.

Bend your arms – do not lock your arms straight while riding on bricks; doing so can transfer the bumps directly to your head and spine. Keeping your arms bent allows them to become shock absorbers when riding.

Relax – staying relaxed and flexible on the bike will help you avoid pain. Tensing your muscles amplifies the knocks of an uneven surface.

Grip – Finding the balance between a firm and light grip on your handlebars will take some practice. The right balance will assist in navigating the pavers.

Tires – consider wider tires that allow for lower pressures. While you don’t want to allow your tire pressure to dip below the recommended range (this could create a pinch flat that will lead to a flat tire), higher pressures bring an intimate meeting with every road bump.

By using these tips, you can easily navigate the uneven roads in our community. Practice these strategies the next time you are riding around town – the more cyclists in town, the safer the streets are for riders!

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SHELBY COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION WAS SWORN IN ON SUNDAY DECEMBER 2, 2018 AT AMERICAN VILLAGE

The Shelby County Legislative Delegation was sworn-in at 2:30pm on Sunday, December 2, 2018 in Liberty Hall at American Village in Montevallo, AL. Proceeding the Swearing-In Ceremony, the Legislators and their families attended a Prayer Service at Lucille Ryals Thompson Colonial Chapel at American Village. The Swearing- In Ceremony was presided over by the CEO and Founder of American Village, Mr. Tom Walker, and the keynote address was given by former member of the House of Representatives and of the Shelby County Legislative Delegation, the Honorable Mary Sue McClurkin. The Oaths of office were administered by Chief Justice Elect Tom Parker to eight of the eleven members who comprise the Shelby County Legislative Delegation: Representative Corley Ellis, Representative Allen Farley, Representative Matt Fridy, Representative Arnold Mooney, Representative April Weaver, Senator Dan Roberts, Senator Jabo Waggoner, and Senator Cam Ward.

The next Legislative Session for the Alabama Legislature will begin in March 2019. The elected officials that were elected in the statewide general election held in November 2018 will serve four-year terms. The members of the Shelby County Legislative Delegation are as follows:

Alabama State SenateDistrict 11 – Senator Jim McClendonDistrict 14 – Senator Cam WardDistrict 15 – Senator Dan RobertsDistrict 16 – Senator J.T. (Jabo) Waggoner

Alabama House of RepresentativesDistrict 15 – Representative Allen FarleyDistrict 41 – Representative Corley EllisDistrict 43 – Representative Arnold MooneyDistrict 45 – Representative Dickie DrakeDistrict 48 – Representative Jim CarnsDistrict 49 – Representative April WeaverDistrict 73 – Representative Matt Fridy

The Shelby County Legislative Delegation Office is located in Pelham, AL and run by Mimi Penhale, Legislative Director. Please contact her for further information. (P) 205-620-6610 (C) 334-492-2865 (E) [email protected] .


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(WASHINGTON, D.C.) – Representative April Weaver has completed the Legislative Energy Horizon Institute’s (LEHI) course in energy policy. The Institute is a 60-hour energy immersion executive course with the University of Idaho. Founded in 2009, the course is designed to increase the knowledge of the energy infrastructure and delivery system to inform future energy policy decisions. Representative Weaver is only the second legislator from Alabama who has been chosen to participate in the LEHI program and the only legislator currently serving who holds this certificate in energy policy planning.

The course consists of two 30-hour classroom sessions in Richland, Washington and in Washington, D.C. that explore electricity, oil and gas infrastructure, how the infrastructure is built, and the effect of market and regulatory forces in North America. The graduation ceremony was held at the Canadian Embassy in Washington D.C.

“I am very honored to have been nominated by The Energy Council and to have been selected to attend the Legislative Energy Horizon Institute program. It has been a great experience and has certainly broadened my understanding of energy infrastructure and issues at both the state and the national levels”, said Rep. Weaver.

“It is critical that citizen legislators get this basic knowledge of how our energy systems operate. I am impressed that Representative Weaver took over a week of her personal time this year to better inform her energy policy decisions.” said Rep. Jeff Morris of Washington State, Institute Director.

The Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) partnered with the University of Idaho and the U.S. Department of Energy to found the Institute in 2009. In 2012, the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) and the federal government of Canada joined the effort to make the program nationwide and also include Canadian legislators.

Since its inception in 2009, 261 policymakers have completed the LEHI program. Those who complete the 60-hour executive course receive a certificate from the University of Idaho in Energy Policy Planning. These alumni have gone on to become leaders in energy policy in their respective state and provincial governments.

Representative April Weaver represents House District 49, which includes parts of Bibb, Chilton and Shelby Counties. She was first elected to the Alabama House of Representatives in 2010 and was just elected to her third term.

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Members of the U.S. Semiquincentennial Commission and partners gather inside Independence Hall in Philadelphia,Pennsylvania. The Commissioners were sworn in at the Commission’s inaugural meeting on Friday, Nov. 16, 2018. From left, back row, David L. Cohen, Vice Chairman Thomas G. Walker, Jr., Chairman Daniel M. DiLella, Hon. David S. Ferriero, Dr. Andrew Hohns, Val Crofts, James Swanson, Hon. Joseph Crowley; front row, Superintendent Cynthia MacLeod, Hon. Patrick Toomey, Interim Executive Director Frank Giordano, Cathy Gillespie, Secretary David J. Skorton, Rosie Rios, Noah Griffin, Dr. Wilfred McClay, Dr. Lucas Morel, Lynn Forney Young. (American Battlefield Trust/Buddy Secor)

American Village Founder and CEO Tom Walker was elected in November as Vice Chair of the United States Semiquincentennial Commission. The Commission was created by public law to plan and coordinate America’s 250th birthday celebration in 2026. Dan Dilella of Philadelphia is serving as Chair.

Walker is one of sixteen private citizens appointed by the leadership of Congress to the Commission. Four U. S. Senators and four U. S. Representatives, including Congressman Robert Aderholt of Alabama’s 4th district, serve on the Commission.

Walker’s election came at the inaugural meeting of the Commission. Commissioners were sworn into office in Independence Hall, where the declaration of Independence was adopted July 4, 1776, and the United States Constitution was adopted September 17, 1787.

“I am honored to serve on the Commission. our Country’s 250th birthday -- on July 4, 2026 – is a once in generations opportunity to rekindle a sense of patriotism and to renew awareness of the importance of our Declaration of Independence even today in defining our country’s values,” said Walker.

He continued, “Citizens of our country share the name ‘American’ and we share a legacy of liberty. This significant anniversary – and its nation-wide programs, celebrations, and commemorations – will serve to remind us of the ties that bind us together as Americans.”

The commission will be inviting suggestions from the public and Walker is working to see that the commission holds one of its meetings in Alabama.


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Montevallo Schools would like to thank the Shelby County Education Foundation for the $5,000 grant! The grant was written so that Montevallo Elementary, Middle and High Schools could purchase BreakoutEDU kits. These tools and games will be used to engage students in their learning, teamwork, and problem-solving. Teachers and students school-wide, in all 3 of our community schools, will have opportunities to cultivate skills to succeed in all subject areas. They are so excited to get these BreakoutEDU boxes with the subscription to over 700 games/lessons! Thank you Shelby County Education Foundation!

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Now is the perfect time to register for private music lessons! UMCSM provides private lessons on all instruments including piano, voice, guitar and more! Students of all skill levels and all ages are accepted. To register and for more information, visit the website (www.montevallo.edu/music/csm) or contact the Director at 665-6678 or [email protected].

All children between 5 to 11 years of age are welcome to attend the no-cost Musicianship class hosted by UMCSM. This class will begin on Monday January 28th in Davis Hall on the UM campus. In this class students will engage in interactive music games that help develop music reading and rhythm skills, learn about famous composers, listen and learn about music from around the world and create their own compositions to share with family and friends. To learn more and register for the musicianship class, visit www.montevallo.edu/music/csm and click on ‘Free Musicianship Class for Children’

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COMMUNITY MEETING CALENDAREVERY 1ST TUESDAYHistorical Commission, 6:30 p.m., Conference Room at Parnell Library.

EVERY 2ND & 4TH MONDAYCity Council Meeting, 6:00 p.m., City Hall, 5:30 p.m. Work Session

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EVERY TUESDAYMontevallo Community Chorale, 7 pm, Meets in the Choir Room of Davis Hall.

EVERY THURSDAYCub Scout Pack 525, 6:30 p.m., Scout Lodge

EVERY THURSDAYRotary Meeting, noon, Chamber Office, 845 Valley St.

EVERY THURSDAY Open Table (free lunches)For UM Students 11am to 1pmForbes House / 820 Vine St.

EVERY 2ND WEDNESDAYMontevallo Water & Sewer Board Meeting, 9:00 a.m.

EVERY 3RD SATURDAY MORNINGClothes Giveaway, St. Andrews Episcopal Parish Hall 925 Plowman Street, Montevallo

So here we are again starting a new year at the Boys & Girls Club of Montevallo. With fantastic kids, amazing parents, a super staff, outstanding volunteers and phenomenal community support, 2019 promises to be the best year ever! Mark your calendar now to join us for our inaugural fund-raising fishing tournament on April 13. Our Advisory Council is working hard on this effort and we are beyond excited!

2018 was another good year for us with too many people to thank in the space allowed! Please know how much we appreciate the time, talents and donations from everyone who chose to make a difference in the lives of some pretty terrific kids here at our Club! As you would imagine the Club is a fun place to be at Christmas time with all sorts of holiday fun and w-a-a-a-a-y too much sugar!!!

As we start the new year, we will be accepting new members and new volunteers. Members must be age 6 to 18 and volunteers must be age 16 or older. There is paperwork to be done and we will be glad to discuss this in detail with anyone interested in joining the club or becoming a volunteer. Just call 665-4466 for more information!!!


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START THE YEAR WITH SERVING OTHERS

Are you looking for a positive way in which to serve others? Then you may wish to take part in the activities of the Bibb Medical Center Auxiliary in Centreville.

The Bibb Medical Center Auxiliary is an organization of volunteers dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. The Auxiliary provides volunteer services and financial support for special projects and activities for nursing home residents. It also grants scholarships for students pursuing a career in healthcare. Monies to provide these compassionate services and activities are funded by the Bibb Medical Center gift shop, Gifts of Love.

Gifts of Love is open each day of the week and desperately needs volunteers to staff the shop! We ask volunteers commit to one shift (3 hours – 4 hours) per week or every other week. Volunteers often trade shifts to accommodate vacations, medical appointments, etc.

Shifts available are:Monday – Friday, 10:00 a.m-1:00 p.m. or 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.Saturday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., and Sunday 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Our volunteers come from diverse backgrounds and have different reasons for volunteering, but they all share something in common: the joy of faithfully serving others. Volunteering allows you to make a positive difference in other people’s lives, but it also enriches your own life. As a volunteer at Bibb Medical Center, your service will benefit residents and their families, hospital staff and our community.

If you would like more information or an application, please call Bibb Medical Center at 205-926-4881 or Pene Norville at 602-791-8923.


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