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TTaakkiinngg CCaarreeHave a plan in place for medical emergencies... being prepared can help reduce stressby LISA M. PETSCHE

Chances are good that therelative you care for will requiremedical attention at some point,especially if he or she has chronichealth conditions. Trips to the

EmergencyDepartment arestressful at best,and can also befrightening insome cases.

Fortunatelythere are numerousways you can pre-pare for a medical

crisis. Then, should one arise, youwill be ready to assist your relativeand the hospital staff and manageyour stress in the process.

At home – advance planning• Maintain a log of your relative’s

medical diagnoses, medications, spe-cialists consulted and hospitaliza-tions.

• Be ready with the followingpaperwork to bring to the hospital: alist of current medications, includingthe dosage; health insurance infor-mation; and a copy of your relative’sadvance directives or living will andpower or attorney.

• Prepare a list of relatives and

friends who should be notified in anemergency. Regularly review infor-mation to ensure it is up to date.

• Keep the above informationorganized in a file folder or binder.Store it in an easily accessible placeand bring it to any hospital visits.

• Get a cell phone if you do nothave one, and become comfortablewith its basic features.

• Prepare an emergency kit ofessential items to bring to the hospi-tal. You may wish to include: a note-book and pen for jotting down ques-tions and recording information pro-vided to you and your relative; achange purse with coins and smallbills for parking, payphones andvending machines; a spare cellphone charger and a phone card withextra minutes, if applicable; readingmaterial and a spare pair of readingglasses; and, non-perishable snacks.Attach a note reminding you to bringyour relative’s medical file and med-ications.

• Keep cell phones charged so theyare ready to use in a crisis.

At the hospital• Let staff know if your relative

has hearing or vision impairment,language impairment from a strokeor dementia, or a limited commandof English. In the latter case, arrangefor someone you know to provide

interpretation.• Be prepared to share your rela-

tive’s health symptoms and medicalhistory multiple times, with a varietyof healthcare professionals, andexercise patience.

• Give your full attention whenmedical professionals are speaking.Do not interrupt unless you need tocorrect information. They will askquestions as they feel the need.Ensure before they leave that you areclear about findings and next steps.

• Keep the volume of your voiceas low as possible during conversa-tions, for privacy reasons andbecause others may be trying to rest.Keep in mind, too, that even if yourrelative is relatively stable orbecomes stabilized, surroundingpatients may be in serious medicalcondition.

Coping tipsThe following are some sugges-

tions to help you through this unset-tling time.

• Initially take things an hour at atime so you do not get overwhelmed.

• Call, or ask staff to call, a sup-portive person in your social net-work, especially if you do not copewell with crisis. If no one is avail-able, ask for a visit from the staffsocial worker or chaplain.

• If you anticipate significant wait-

ing periods, purchase a newspaper ormagazine from the hospital giftshop. Or, if you own a personalmusic player, arrange for someone todeliver it to help you pass the timeand manage stress.

• Make it easy to keep othersinformed by identifying a key con-tact person who can fan out updatesfrom you.

• Encourage your relative (if able)and close family members to sharein decision making. Do not unneces-sarily shoulder all of the responsibil-ity.

• Look after yourself. Step awayfrom your relative’s bedside periodi-cally to stretch your legs, and getnourishment at regular intervals. Ifyou are expecting a prolonged stayfor your relative, arrange for familymembers or friends to spell you offso you can go home to rest andfreshen up.

• If you do not feel prepared whenyour relative is being discharged, askto speak with a social worker. He orshe can discuss options and shareinformation about community sup-ports.

*********Lisa M. Petsche is a medical

social worker and a freelance writerspecializing in boomer and seniorconcerns. She has personal experi-ence with elder care.

Lisa Petsche

by SUSAN LARSON

When I taught ESOL toadults, I always assigned a writingsample the first night to see if Ishould advance them to a higherclass. It was not a well-liked assign-ment. Pavel, an Eastern Europeanrefugee, was the only one who didn'tprotest.

When I read Pavel's essay, Isaid, "This is beautiful. You need tomove up to the next level."

He protested."No." I insisted, "You are using

all the grammar I will be teaching.You will be bored here."

"Please let me stay, ' he pleaded."In my country I was a writer. Iknow grammar but I have no words.Why should I work to learn newgrammar that I cannot use withoutwords? Here I can relax and learnnew words as you speak."

"If words are what you want, Ican give you words," I said reachingfor a resource book with categorizedword lists.

"Take this for one week. It'slegal to copy anything in this book.You can have as many words as youcan afford to copy."

His eyes and mouth opened inawe. "I can keep these words for aweek?”

"For a week I can live withoutthem. Copy them and they're yoursforever," I said.

A few weeks later Pavel came

up to me during break with a deadscorpion on a pin. Since he camefrom the same part of the world asCount Dracula, as did all four of mygrandparents, I thought maybe thiswas some bizarre Bohemian gesture.

"See this?” he said. “I discov-ered this clearing ground at work. Iwork in construction. I never sawsuch a creature before. It is so exot-ic. It is so intriguing. It is so fasci-nating. It causes me to marvel at allthe exquisite things I can somedaywrite about. But it makes me sad forthe moment. At work there are nopeople with whom I can share suchthoughts. I wish to practice mywords, but I can only practice withyou. That is why I am so gratefulyou did not make me advance to thenext level. Now I can practice mynew words silently in my mind allday and share them with you atnight. Thank you for these words."

With that he pinned the scorpionto the cork strip above the chalk-board. Though no words were spo-ken, I knew he wanted me to keep it.

I hope Pavel now works amongpeople with whom he can speak ofsuch things as scorpions. I hope he'seven writing about them.

As for me, I can write aboutalmost anything. But scorpions?They leave me at a loss for words.

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Susan Larson is a writer fromLilburn. E-mail her at susanlar-son79@gmail.com.

At a Loss for Words

by CLAIRE HOUSER DODD

Habit is habit and is not to beflung out the window by any man,but coaxed downstairs a step at thetime.

Mark Twain

Just let us have a wonderfulinvitation to go out of town with alovely group and we miss somethinggreat happening in the Valley. Theweekend before last while we wereenjoying Jekyll; “Wheels In theValley,” was the big happeningevent at Wildcat Stadium parking loton the campus of Fort Valley StateUniversity. Cars, trucks, and motor-cycles of all colors, makes and mod-els were on display for all to view.As everybody who knows us knowsthat we are car crazy! It doesn’t stopthere, we have many cousins, in-laws, and out-laws that also sufferthe same malady. There is no vacci-nation for this affliction, one mustsuffer through. Course now we don’trealize that we are suffering, we’rejust enjoying. Sure do wish hadbeen able to attend this show headedup by Wallace Keese, Dean ofStudents at Fort Valley StateUniversity, but when the beachbeckons, we respond. Proceeds fromthis extravaganza went to benefit theBoys & Girls Clubs of GeorgiaHeartlands and Fort Valley StateUniversity’s University System ofGeorgia’s scholarship fund.

Thank goodness we were intown two weekends ago, familyfriend Luwana Walton and I joinedup with a bunch of friends from FortValley, Warner Robins and Macon toattend the Forsyth “Summer on theSquare Concert” featuring the very-talented group of performers knownas “The Has Beens.” These FREEConcerts take place on the HistoricMonroe County Courthouse Squareat Jackson Street. These concerts aresponsored by the City of Forsyth,Forsyth Main Street and many finebusinesses sponsors. Again free andfun! Former Fort Valley resident,Loraine Khoury is in charge of theseevents along with the Forsyth MainStreet Board. Tip Top MusicProductions and Entertainment ischarged with the responsibility ofbooking all the great acts doing thelogistical work that is required toput on these great outdoor concertsopen to the general public.

“The Has Beens” are made upof four of the original members ofthe famed Capricorn recordingartist, Stillwater from WarnerRobins, GA/Kathleen, GA and oneoriginal member of the DocHolliday Band. Every foot washappy and kept tapping in unison tothe many great Southern Rock andRock ‘n’ Roll Classics performed bythe group. Even voices were heardsinging each lyric of each song per-formed by the group as evidenced

by Sandee Davis Khoury of Byronwho seemed to know every songthat was about to be played, evenafter just one note or chord wasstruck. Members of the “Has Beens”are; Mike Causey (Stillwater mem-ber) lead guitar & vocals, AlScarborough (Stillwater member)bass & vocals, Rob Walker(Stillwater member), lead guitar &vocals, Sebie Lacey (Stillwatermember) drums & vocals and EddieStone (Doc Holliday member), key-boards, acoustic guitar & vocals.Son-in-law, Mike Griffin a.k.a.“Griff” maintains that the bandneeds to change the name of theband from the “Has Beens” to “StillGood.” Thanks guys for a greatnight of entertainment! I encourageyou to attend the up and comingconcerts in June, August andSeptember, the “ultimate partyband,” “A2Z” will be performing onJune 28 and Middle Georgia’s BestParty Band, “Grapevine” will be theentertainment on August 2, the finalForsyth Summer on the SquareConcert will take place onSeptember 6 featuring the “FabulousBoomers,” another great party anddance band.

While we are on the subject ofmusic, let us not forget the entertain-ment that will be presented this yearfor the 28th Annual Georgia PeachFestival. On Saturday, June 07, TheWall one of Middle Georgia’s BESTSouthern Rock and Rock ‘n’ RollClassics bands will perform begin-ning at 8:00 p.m. Food vendors andcrafts along with a Kid’s Zone forall ages will open at 6:00 p.m. Thefantastic 3D Fireworks display willbegin at approximately 9:45 p.m. 3Dglasses will be given out as long asthe supply lasts. My suggestion isthat you get there early, stake outyour spot with your blanket or beachchair and be ready for a fun-fillednight of great entertainment.

The following week onSaturday, June 14 the Georgia PeachFestival entertainment continues toFort Valley with entertainment by agroup called The Grains of Sandfrom Athens, GA. This eight pieceversatile group consists of three for-mer members of the famed 1960’sgroup, The Jesters. The Grains ofSand are steeped in Beach Music,R&B, Motown, Soul Music and asprinkling of 50’s & 60’s music.They are guaranteed to get you upand dancing to their music. This freeconcert will take place in the PeachCounty Courthouse parking log alsoknown as the “Peach Beach.” Onceagain I urge you to get there earlystake out your spot for another fun-filled night of great entertainment bythe talented Grains of Sand. Thegreat pre-concert music begins at7:00 p.m., followed by the Grains ofSand at 8:00 p.m. An encore presen-tation of the 3D Fireworks displaywill take place at approximately9:45 p.m. 3D glasses will be givenout as long as the supply lasts. For

more details on the 28th AnnualGeorgia Peach Festival, please referto their website; www.gapeachfesti-val.com or call their office at 478-825-4002.

The Middle Georgia CamelliaSociety’s Annual Auction & Picnicand end of the year party was heldat the home of Connie & FrankFreshwater in Fort Valley. Everyonebrought delicious refreshments andthe auction was especially abundant.One couple, from Thomaston,Tommy & Frances Mixon brought

the most beautiful New GuineaImpatiens for us to auction as wewere planters. Tommy is a landscapeartist.

Among other beautiful items wewon at the auction was a picture ofthe old Macon Hospital where Dr.Dodd did his residency. A reallylovely picture and one that we’lltreasure.

Nothing so needs reforming asother people’s habits.

Mark Twain

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A collaboration of theArabia Mountain National HeritageAlliance (AMNHA) and theRockdale County Parks andRecreation Commission (RCPRC)presents “Try the Trails.” This is aninaugural event marking the formalopening of the completed 30-miletrail system that makes up the ArabiaMountain National Heritage Area.The AMNHA and RCPRC will hostthis long-awaited celebration onJune 14 beginning at 8:00 a.m.

The “Rockdale River Trail”leading to the Monastery is the most

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This breathtaking project wasmade possible by the hard work ofthe PATH Foundation and manypartner organizations within theAMNHA. The partners involved inthe entire project include: The Cityof Lithonia, DeKalb County,Georgia DOT, Georgia State Parks,The Mall at Stonecrest, TheMonastery of the Holy Spirit, andRockdale County. This event marksthe culmination of the 30-mile trailsystem that required years of coordi-nated effort. Info: www.trappist.net.

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FATHER’S DAYby Frankie Lee

What makes a Father specialIs not what he gives to youBut the time you spend togetherIn special things you do.

It’s time when you are sickAnd he touches your headWith his handIt’s the time you won the raceAnd he told you “Yes you can”

It’s the hugs that are the greatest giftThat you treasure the mostIt’s the love he has for youIn his voice when he talks of you and

boasts

It’s that special look he gives youThat makes you feel so goodKnowing that he watches over youBecause he wants to, not because he

should

Being a Father is a giftIt comes from our Father aboveIt makes a person become so specialBecause his heart has love

And when he gives it to his childHe becomes much more than a manBecause he has that special powerTo make that child be all it can

What makes a Father special?It’s not what he gives to youBut the time you spend togetherIn special things you do.

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RECAPITULATION 50by Tom Garman

Written for a 50th high schoolreunion in July 1995.

I offer you my handbecause our friendship is onethat has endured for near a lifetime.

I offer you my wordsfor there is much for us to shareof love and joy and hurts and loss.

I offer you my memoriesof times when we were young and strong, when all our skies were blue and we feared nothing.

I offer you my thanksfor times you never knewyou helped me with a smile or words.

I offer you my prayersfor there may be trials and sorrowson ahead,but prayers can somehow change them into joy!

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GRIEFby Doris Highsmith Charnock

Grief said, “Once again, I have you in my grip.”

Christ said, “Once again, I will release you.”

Grief said, “I will give you sleepless nights.”

Christ said, “Talk to me, and I will comfort you.”

Grief said, “I will make you cry.”Christ said, “i will dry your tears.”

Grief said, “I will make you get angry.”

Christ said, “I will calm you.”

Grief said, “I will make you act

irrational.”Christ said, “I will bring you back in

focus.”

Grief said, “I will make you feel guilty.”

Christ said, “I will forgive you.”

Grief said, “I will give you many burdens.”

Christ said, “I will lighten your load.”

Grief said, “I will send people to vexyou.”

Christ said, “I will give you strengthto repel them.”

Grief said, “I will be with youforever.”

Christ said, “Only while on this earth.”

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TRANSITIONby Henry Newton Goldman

Lord, let me not fear the deathThat I know is imminent some day.Just hold my hand and walk with me,As you guide me along that way.

I know there may be pain to bear,But help me suffer it through,Until I rest in your kind arms,And start new life with you.

Give me a mind that’s clear tothe end,

Before my final rest.Keep my eyes open to see ‘til I sleep,All those with me you have blessed.

I know that I can bear it best,While your comforting arms enfold.Oh, let me not turn loose your hand,Until in heaven your face I behold.

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by Dr. Bill BaggettMinister to SeniorsDunwoody Baptist Church

Mother’s Day has passedbut it is never too late to sayTHANK YOU to those women whohave served in this role with distinc-tion. There were many deserved cel-ebrations on May 11 as familiesdemonstrated their love and affectionto a mother, grandmother or wife.

This is a belated recognition ofappreciation to all mothers.

As a senior adult I have partici-pated in many events surroundingMother’s Day and never turned to adictionary for a definition of mother.What I found sums up the variousattributes of motherhood, as Iobserved in my mother. Qualitiesattributed to a mother were; creativesource, position of authority, capaci-ty to love, watches over. nourish andprotect. These are things we learned“at our mother’s knee.”

Mothers play a major role in thespiritual development of their chil-dren. A mother spends more hourswith her child during formative yearsof their life than the father. Boveewrote: “A mother’s love is indeedthe golden link that binds youth toage: and he is still a child, however,time may have furrowed his cheek orsilvered his brown, who can yet call,

with a softened heart, the fond devo-tion, or gentle chiding of the bestfriend that God ever gives us?”

In the book of Proverbs, Chapter31: 30-30, we read, “Charm isdeceitful and beauty is passing, but awoman who reveres the Lord will bepraised. Acknowledging the productof her hands; let her works praise herin the gates.” David McKay observesthat “If I were asked to name theworld’s greatest need, I wouldunhesitatingly say wise mother; andexemplary fathers.”

Mothers, we need you, love you,and thank you for your devotion toGod and family. May God continueto bless you in the days ahead!!!

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*********Kelvin Collins is president/CEO

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Book Recommendations byANNE B. JONES, PhD

The Rosie Project, Graeme Simsion,Simon and Schuster, 2013

When my sister-in-lawJudy came for a week and clung to abook for much of her visit, I knewshe’d found a good one. On her rec-ommendation I ordered my owncopy of The Rosie Project as soon asshe left. Written by Graeme Simsion,the work is a fun and fascinatingcharacterization of Don Tillman, aman with Asperger’s Syndrome whodecides to find a mate. After decid-ing who may be suitable, he scientif-ically designs a questionnaire toeliminate those who are not.

Told from Tillman’s perspective,the story is occasionally laugh-out-loud funny, especially when theauthor startles readers with unex-pected and incongruous one-liners. Iadmit to having read some of theseduring waiting times in doctors’offices and explaining I was stiflinglaughter not choking. It’s fun whensomeone suggests a book this goodand you not only enjoy a great readbut have ideas to share.

Both Judy and I thought thebook’s portrayal of Asperger’s wasaccurate. “Don Tillman was a classiccase but he had a lot to offer,” sheclaims, basing her analysis on heryears of public school teaching. “As

a society we’re quick to judge who’sacceptable. When we don’t identifywith people because they’re not likeus, we fail to see their attributes.This also happens politically. Weshould be open to differences. We’reprobably all borderline something.”

I thought about our discussionand the points Judy made. I thoughtabout how the rich are often preju-diced against the poor and poor prej-udiced against the rich; howDemocrats feel about Republicansand vice versa. I considered oursociety’s challenges with ethnic dif-ferences.

To his credit, Simsion empha-sizes the positive aspects of differ-ences in The Rosie Project. Hewrites with insight and compassionas he depicts the struggles and giftsinherent in Tillman’s biologicallyaffected personality. He also realisti-cally portrays the personality ofRosie, a woman who suffers fromself-imposed limitations and is, atfirst, rejected by Tillman. Althoughthe ending is somewhat formulaic, Iwouldn’t have wanted to change it.The Rosie Project is uplifting whileoffering the premise there’s hope foreveryone and everyone has some-thing to give. This book isn’t just anentertaining story... it’s a lesson forall of us.

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You may contact Anne at anneb-jones@msn.com.

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by JANE WINSTON

COVERDolly Taylor

Dolly Taylor was born in1932 and reached her adulthood inDepression-Era Puerto Rico. At age19, she enrolled in the University ofPuerto Rico and remained there untilshe earned a dreaded “D” in English!The school dismissed her for sixmonths; her parents sent her to theU.S. to study for one year. That deci-sion sent her to Johnson City,Tennessee and Tennessee State

College where she roomed with ateacher and went about making thebest of her lonely life in a foreigncountry away from her very close-knit family.

One day she looked in a mirrorat her pitiful self and prayed veryhard for a husband... someone tolove her and take away the loneli-ness... and her prayers wereanswered when Bob Taylor trans-ferred to TSC. They met, dated twoweeks and married. And Dolly’s lifein the United States bloomed and isstill blooming at 81 years young!

She no longer prays the sameway she once did; she now has con-

versations with the Lord; infact, she not only chats withHim, she runs for Him! Yep,she is one of many who runin a myriad of races in thelocal area with a groupknown as RFC... Runnersfor Christ! Her son, Victor,is her biggest fan and train-er; in fact, he runs rightalong with her... differentage group, of course... butin the same races. Dollyholds three Georgia staterecords in the 3, 6 and 7K.She lacks the record in the5K and four mile, but sonVictor has her out trainingnearly every day at 6:00

a.m. She has five 5k races in hersites this summer along with theGeorgia Golden Olympics this fall.And if that is not enough, this yearbetween 2/2/14 and 4/26/14, our 81-year young athlete walked 483 milesin the Walk Georgia Program spon-sored by the University of GeorgiaCooperative Extension.

Dolly loves to cook; I can attestto that. She loves to pray and is oftenreferred to as the “prayer warrior.”Her license plate says Prayhoy...translation – Pray Now!!! She lovespeople; in fact, she has applied towork as a greeter at a nearbyWalMart in order to earn a littlemoney to share with others!

Besides son Victor, Dolly has adaughter in Macon who is the moth-er of Dolly’s three grown grandchil-dren. Her lone grandson just com-pleted his studies at the Vatican and

will emerge as a Priest in the nearfuture. The entire family’s buttonsare bursting!

And what did I learn from mywonderful visits with Dolly Taylor?“Walk! Use your body. Don’t wastetime. Exercise your body, spirit andmind. Talk with the Lord; don’t prayat him.” And on her headstone shewants: “Today is the beginning of anew day; God has given me this dayto use as I will.”

We of the Senior News staff wishDolly the best in the coming races.Continue walking, running and pray-ing!

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Jane Winston is a free-lancewriter in the local area. Know of anarticle/feature you’d like her towrite? Contact her at 478-542-1642or jwins1939@gmail.com.

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Dolly Taylor... Walk, Run, Pray!!!

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A selection of Dolly's medals

Dolly and her son Victor

Race for Grace 1st Place over 70 women

June 2014 • Senior News • Macon • Page 7

2014 Georgia Peach Festival is coming soon with another 3D Bang!by CLAIRE HOUSER-DODD

This year’s 28th GeorgiaPeach Festival will be bigger andbetter than ever thanks to loyal spon-sorships, hard working board mem-bers, working committees, a mayorthat reaches out, a council that offersgood ideas, and a growing communi-ty.

The 2014 sponsors for the festi-val are; The City of Fort Valley,Peach County Commissioners, FortValley Utility Commission, ByronCVB, Fort Valley Main Street, PeachCounty Regional Chamber, Lane’sSouthern Orchards, Pearson Farms,SOUTHFIRE Websites & WebSolutions, Captain Jack’s Crab Shackin Byron, Badcock Home Furniture& More in Ft. Valley, Tip Top MusicProductions, Robin’s Federal CreditUnion, Flint Energies, VillaCapriccio B&B, Pyrotecnico, GrillMaster’s BBQ in Perry, PeachAuction Sales, Mid State RV Centerin Byron, Blue Bird, Real EstateSouth & Associates, Jeff SmithChevy, Ford, & Mitsubishi in Byron,Baby!, Central Georgia TechnicalCollege, Bennett Financial,(Ft.Valley, Byron, & Warner Robins),Verizon Wireless in Byron, FortValley Arts Alliance, CB&T Bank inFort Valley, DJ Sonido N-Tenzo, Ga.Bob’s BBQ. The festival also thankstheir media partners, The LeaderTribune, Com South, Qixie 103.9,Sunny 98.3, New Country 96.5,WIBB 97.9, Q106.3.

This year’s board is excited toannounce their first WomanlessBeauty Pageant to be held onThursday night June 5th at 7pm.This pageant will be directed byLinda Smith and held at the AustinTheater in downtown Fort Valley.Tickets are only $10.00 and may bepurchased at door or on line atgapeachfestival.com. Come out andsee if you recognize any beautyqueens from your neighborhood.Also, on Friday June 6th enjoy theannual BAHS Luncheon and playheld at First United MethodistChurch in Byron at 12 noon in theCFC building. Play is directed byPara Vinson and tickets are $15.00

and may be purchased at Drug StoreDeli and Alan’s Alignment in Byron.

On Saturday June 7th come outto North Peach Park at 6 p.m. andbring chairs and coolers. It will be anight of family fun, food, andvenders. Enjoy kid’s fun area as wellas the festival’s amazing 3DFireworks Show while listening tothe sounds of “The Wall.” Set up isat 6pm pre-music at 7 p.m. and liveconcert at 8 p.m.

If you are a biker as in motorcy-cle, hog, street bike, or Harley, orother you may want to ride in thefirst Pig Eating-Peach PickingBiker’s Ride to the Byron Festivalon June 7th. The ride is $20.00 to bepaid at Georgia Bob’s on Hwy 96 inWarner Robins at 5 p.m. Proceeds goto Jay’s Hope (4 Kids with Cancer)and the Georgia Peach Festival.Participants will hang-out and be fedat Ga. Bob’s then ride to Lane’sSouthern Orchard on Hwy 96 tomeet for a treat, and then off toByron to collect a T-shirt and hear anawesome Southern Rock & ClassicRock ‘n’ Roll concert by “The Wall.”Bring blankets to sit on if chairwon’t fit on bike.

Tuesday June 10th in Fort Valleyenjoy the annual Spaghetti and JazzDinner sponsored by the Fort ValleyArts Alliance. Dinner will be servedfrom 5:30-7:30. Tickets are $10.00each and can be purchased at theTroutman House. Take-outs avail-able!

Friday June 13th enjoy thesounds of DJ Frank Lopez (SonidoN-Tenzo) at 8 p.m. in downtownFort Valley at Gazebo. Bring yourkaraoke voice and dancing shoes.Saturday morning June 14th wake upto the smell of pancakes cooking atthe Ft. Valley United MethodistChurch as the Kiwanis membersbegin their long-standing pancakebreakfast at 7 a.m. Festival begins at9am and parade leaves Boys & GirlsClub at 10 a.m. For more info onparade and route call Helen Shaw at825-5613 or 733-4435.

After the parade meet the 2014Georgia Peach Festival Queens at thegazebo. Then enjoy all day entertain-ment, arts & crafts, kid’s fun, allwhich will lead up to the afternoon’sspecial complimentary treat, the

Georgia Peach Festival’s World’sLargest Peach Cobbler, sponsored byThe Peach Regional Chamber andcooked by Rich Bennett and countyco-workers.

Also June 14th bring chairs,coolers, and dancing shoes to thegrand finale beginning at the PeachBeach in County Court House park-ing lot at 8 p.m. to hear the greatsounds of “The Grains of Sand”playing R&B, Motown, BeachMusic and a sprinkling of 50’s &60’s music of your all time favorites.At 9:45 be prepared for an encore

presentation of the 3D Fireworks sohave your 3D glasses in hand as thefireworks begin. There is no showlike the grand finale show.

The Georgia Peach Festivalthanks all who have helped make ourcommunity a great place by preserv-ing the honor of this great Stateevent, our own State sanctioned fes-tival (The Food Festival of Georgia),better known as The Georgia PeachFestival. The Georgia Peach FestivalBoard hopes to see you there! Formore info on vendors and times goto www.gapeachfestival.com.

World’s Largest Peach Cobbler

Participants enjoying the Georgia Peach Festivalheld annually in Fort Valley and Byron

by KELVIN COLLINSPresident/CEO, BBB of CentralGeorgia & the CSRA, Inc.

“Hello, Ma’am, we’regoing door-to-door selling choco-late bars/magazines. Our organi-zation was founded to give kidslike me summer jobs so we canstay off the streets and avoidgangs and drugs. Can you help usby buying candy for $5?”

Sound familiar? Every sum-mer crews of children travel totowns across the country peddlingmagazines, chocolate bars or othergoodies. They show up on yourdoorstep with stories about howyou can help them avoid innercity troubles by buying their prod-uct. The cause sounds admirable,they appear to be hard-working,so why not help out?

Before making a decision,Better Business Bureaus adviseyou to consider the following. TheNational Consumers League(NCL) estimates that 50,000 chil-dren nationwide are involved inselling candy and other consumeritems door-to-door and on citystreet corners. The most prevalent

age range is 12 to 16 years old,but some are as young as eight.The children are transported hun-dreds of miles from their homes,often across state lines.

The organizers of these crewsmay falsely present themselves ascharitable and civic-mindedgroups. In fact, many are for-profit operations that take advan-tage of their young and vulnerable“workers.” The youths are taughtto use high-pressure appeals andbasically live out of vans. Thepromoter, who may be driving anuninsured van with an out-of-statelicense plate, is likely to keepyour “donation.” Your money isnot passed along to any charity orcommunity group to benefityoung people and the children andteens in the sales crews make lit-tle to no money in wages.

Employing young childrenplays on your sympathy; it mayalso violate state wage andemployment laws. Various newsmedia have reported abusive treat-ment of young sales crews.Minors report having been sexual-ly harassed and physically assault-ed; some are left stranded with nomeans of transportation home. In

addition, the young people aretypically expected to work longhours with little rest and it is notuncommon for them to beexposed to illegal drugs andcrime. The parents of these chil-dren discover too late the dangersto which their children wereexposed.

According to a 2012 NCLreport, in February 2011,Columbia County Georgia author-ities arrested a traveling salescrew of 17 individuals for ped-dling without a license. Five ofthe arrestees had criminal records,including one individual on pro-bation for child molestation,another with a conviction forstatutory rape, and a third for notregistering as a sex offender.Would you want your son ordaughter to travel in such compa-ny?

The next time a youth salescrew appears on your doorstep, itmay not be wise to assume that itrepresents a local school or youthgroup. Ask for the name of theorganization. If possible, recordthe license plate of the van or cartransporting the children orteenagers. Then contact local law

enforcement to report that a crewof young people is canvassing inyour community and to ask if theyare familiar with the organization.If the sales crew purports to beoperating on behalf of a charity ornot-for-profit group, check withyour local BBB to determine ifthe charity is registered to solicitin your state.

For more tips you can trust,visit bbb.org. For more informa-tion from the National ConsumersLeague, visit www.nclnet.org.

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Kelvin Collins is president-CEO of the Better BusinessBureau of Central Georgia & theCSRA, Inc. serving 41 counties inCentral Georgia and the CentralSavannah River Area (CSRA).This tips column is providedthrough the local BBB and theCouncil of Better BusinessBureaus. Questions or complaintsabout a specific company or char-ity should be referred directly tothe BBB at Phone: 1-800-763-4222, Web site: www.bbb .org; E-mail: info@centralgeorgia.bbb.org; or, info@csra.bbb. org.

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Young sales crews not always “Charitable”

READY TOLEADRichard Woods has over twenty-two

years of Pre-K through 12th gradeexperience in public education.

Classroom Experience• Social Studies Teacher, 14 years• Department Chairperson• Statewide and regional recognition

for teaching strategies

Administration Experience• Assistant Principal• Principal• K-5 Curriculum Director• Home School Director

Business Experience• Small Business Owner• Purchasing agent for domestic

and international laser company

by KELVIN COLLINSPresident/CEO, BBB of CentralGeorgia & the CSRA, Inc.

When your pest problemgets too big for a flyswatter, amousetrap or do-it-yourself spray,it's time to call in a professionalservice. In 2013, more than850,000 people turned to BetterBusiness Bureau for informationon pest control services.

Take the time needed to selecta reputable business, and makesure you’re doing business withsomeone you can trust. The BBBand the National Pest ManagementAssociation recommend the fol-lowing tips for finding a qualifiedpest management professional:

Check them out. Evaluate pestcontrol professionals and compa-nies that are members of national,state or local associations. Askfriends and neighbors to recom-mend pest control companies theyhave used successfully and askhow satisfied they were with theservice. Always check out the busi-ness’ BBB Business Review atbbb.org. Also, remember that thecompany that buys the most adver-tising isn’t always the best choice.

Always deal with a qualifiedand licensed pest managementcompany. Ask to see the license orother credentials of the pest controlprofessional that comes to solveyour pest problem.

Don’t rush. If a sizable amountof money is involved, get bidsfrom several pest managementcompanies. Since you are payingfor professional knowledge as wellas skillful application of pesticides,look for someone whose judgmentyou can trust.

Understand before you sign.Before signing a contract, be sureto fully understand the nature ofthe household pest to be extermi-nated, the extent of the infestation,and the work necessary to solve theproblem. Find out if the pest con-trol company has liability insur-ance to cover any damages to yourhouse or furnishings during treat-ment. If a guarantee is given, knowwhat it covers, how long it lasts,what you must do to keep it inforce, and what kind of continuingcontrol, prevention and manage-ment are necessary. Make sure allpromises are listed on the contract.

Don’t fall for high-pressuresales tactics. Buy value, not price.Beware of companies that offer

bargains that sound too good to betrue. Be wary of companies thatcome to your home uninvited andoffer to give your house a freeinspection for pests or press youfor immediate and/or costly treat-ments. If the price offered requiresan immediate decision, walk away.

Homeowners can also call statepest control regulatory agencies forinformation regarding the status ofpest management companies. Inmost states the regulatory agency isthe State Department ofAgriculture.

For more home improvementtips you can trust, visit bbb.org.

*********Kelvin Collins is

president/CEO of the BetterBusiness Bureau of CentralGeorgia & the CSRA, Inc. serving41 counties in Central Georgia andthe Central Savannah River Area(CSRA). This tips column is provid-ed through the local BBB and theCouncil of Better BusinessBureaus. Questions or complaintsabout a specific company or chari-ty should be referred directly to theBBB at Phone: 1-800-763-4222,Web site: www.bbb.org; E-mail:info@centralgeorgia.bbb.org; or,info@csra.bbb.org.

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Coliseum Northside Hospital, 400Charter Blvd. For complete information call478-746-4646.

Support Groups• Bosom Buddies: A support group for breastcancer survivors. 1st Wed. each month atnoon, Coliseum Medical Centers, CancerCenter, Bldg. C, Suite 120. Free. Call 478-765-4805.• Bosom Buddies Too: A support group forbreast cancer survivors. 2nd Thurs. eachmonth at 6 p.m., Macon Northside Hospital,1st Floor Conference Room. Free. Call 478-765-4805.• Chronic Fatigue/Fibromyalgia SupportGroup: First Sat. every month, 1-3 p.m.,Location varies. Call 478-475-4908.• G.L.A.D. (Good Living Around Diabetes):2nd Mon. every other month at 5:30 p.m.,Coliseum Diabetes Management Center,Bldg. C, Suite 120. Free. Call 478-765-4338.• Surviving Together... Strive From StrokeSupport Group: 3rd Thurs. each month, 11:30a.m.-1 p.m. Lunch is served. ColiseumMedical Centers cafeteria. Patients, familiesand caregivers whose lives have beentouched by stroke. Call 478-765-4413.• United Ostomy Association Support Group:4th Sun. every month, 3 p.m., ColiseumMedical Centers, Private Dining Room. Forpeople who have had colostomy, ileostomy,or urostomy surgery. Call 478-765-4185.• Helping Hands Grief Support Group: Meetsevery Mon. at 2:30 p.m., Coliseum MedicalCenters, Bldg. C, Suite 120. Call 478-464-1401 or 478-765-4805.• Middle GA MS Support Group: 3rd Thurs.each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Coliseum

Northside Hospital, 1st floor conferenceroom. 478-475-1818.• Bipolar Support Group: Meets everyThurs., 6-7:30 p.m., First Floor ConferenceRoom, Coliseum Psychiatric Center, 478-741-1355• US TOO for Prostate Cancer Education andSupport: 3rd Mon., 6 p.m., ColiseumMedical Centers, Bldg. C, Suite 120. 478-765-4805.• Survivors of Suicide Support Group: 2ndWed., 6-7 p.m., Coliseum Psychiatric Center,340 Hospital Dr. 478-741-1355.• Extending H.O.P.E. – LymphedemaSupport Group: 1st Wed., 1:30 p.m.,Coliseum Medical Centers, Bldg. C, Suite120. 478-765-4805.• HOPE Network: 1st Thurs., 2 p.m.,Coliseum Medical Centers, Bldg. C, Suite120. Support group for all cancer survivorsand their caregivers. 478-765-4805.

H2U ActivitiesFor information call 478-757-6092• Improving the Chemotherapy Experience:Coliseum Medical Centers’ Cancer Center,Bldg. C, Suite 120. 478-765-4805.• Joint Pre-Surgery Education Classes: 3rdWed. each month, Coliseum MedicalCenters, 1st Floor Classroom. 478-751-0189• Focus on Healing Classes (Lebed exercise):Advanced: Mon. & Thurs. 8 a.m.-9 a.m.;Beginner: Tues. & Thurs., 11 a.m.-12 noon.Coliseum Medical Centers, Bldg. D, Suite230. $34 per month. 478-765-4413 to regis-ter.• Perspectives: Mon., 12:30 p.m.; Tues., 9a.m.; Fri., 7 p.m. Cox Cable channel 15• Joint Classes at Coliseum NorthsideHospital: Offered weekly for Patients whoare going to have Joint Replacement Surgery.Coliseum Northside Hospital; 478-757-6092to schedule.• A-Z Diabetes Self-Management: DayClasses: Last Thurs. of month with exceptionof Nov. & Dec., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. ColiseumDiabetes Management Center, Bldg. C, Suite120. 478-765-4338.• Look Good... Feel Better: A free programby the American Cancer Society designed tohelp women overcome the appearance-relat-ed side effects of cancer treatment. ColiseumMedical Center, Bldg. C, Suite 120.Registration required. 478-765-4805 fordates.

********************Medical Center of Central Georgia –Partners In Health ClassesGolden OpportunitiesThe Wellness Center3797 Northside Drive, Macon 478-757-7817Heartworks389 First St. (Inside the MHC)478-633-9090Central Georgia Rehabilitation Hospital3351 Northside Drive478-201-6500• Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator(ICD) Support Group: 478-633-7157• Empower Seniors Fall Risk Assessment:

478-757-7817• Stroke Support Group: 478-201-6500• Smoking Cessation: 478-633-9090• CPR Classes: 478-474-3348• Spinal Cord Injury Support Group: 478-201-6500• Brain Injury Support Group: 478-201-6500• Parkinson’s Disease Support Group: 2:30-3:30 p.m., 478-743-7092, ext. 254• Parkinson’s Disease Caregivers SupportGroup: 478-743-7092, ext. 254• Crohns and Colitis Support Group: 3rdSun., 3 p.m., 478-737-8788 orkjhague@cox.net• Community Seminar for Arthritis, Knee &Hip Pain: 478-633-1865• Central Georgia Autism Support Group: Forinformation call 478-633-8088• Pine Point Adult Grief Support Group: 478-633-5615• Lymphedema Therapy: Ask physician tocall 478-201-6748 for referral.Cancer Life CenterInformation and Reservations: 478-633-8537;www.cancerlifecenter.org• The Pink Alliance: 478-633-8537• The Pink Alliance HoPe Chapter: 478-719-8528• Look Good, Feel Better: 478-633-8537

• Prostate Cancer 101: 478-633-8537• Man-to-Man Support Group: 478-633-6349• Chemotherapy Orientation Classes: 478-633-8537• Cancer WellFit: 12-week oncology recov-ery program, 478-757-7847• Genetic Counseling: 478-633-6270• Cancer Clinical Trials: 478-633-1738 orwww.mccgclinicaltrials.org.

********************Houston Health EduCareDiabetes Type 2 Support: 1st Weds., 1 p.m.& 2nd Thurs., 7 p.m., Houston HealthPavilion EduCare Center. 4th Tues., 12 noon,Perry Hospital Cafeteria.

********************SeniorCareA service of Houston Healthcare promotingwellness of mind, body and spirit for senioradults. All exercise participants must acquirea signed Physician Release Form from theirpersonal doctor.

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********************Alzheimer’s Association, Central GeorgiaRegional Area Caregivers’ SupportGroupsCall 478-746-7050 or 800-272-3900 fordetails.Bibb County• 2nd Tues., 3:30 p.m., Alzheimer’sAssociation, 886 Mulberry St., Macon, 478-746-7050• 1st Wed., 10 a.m., Martha Bowman UMC,500 Bass Rd., Macon, 478-743-7050Houston County• 4th Thurs., 7 p.m., Peachbelt Rehab Center,801 Elberta Rd., Warner Robins, 478-397-4669• 4th Tues., 7 p.m., Houston Health Care,Classroom #1, 1601 Watson Blvd., WarnerRobins, 478-923-2532Dodge County• 3rd Thurs., 5:30 p.m., Dodge CountyHospital, Educational Annex, 901 GriffinAve., Eastman, 478-374-0600Lamar County• 4th Tues., 6:30 p.m., First United MethodistChurch, 375 Thomaston St., Barnesville,770-358-4516Laurens County• 1st Thurs., 2 p.m., Carl Vinson VA MedicalCenter, 12-A Family Room, 1826 VeteransBlvd., Dublin, 478-272-1210, x2328Monroe County• 1st Thurs., 6 p.m., Monroe County HospitalDining Hall Downstairs, 88 Martin LutherKing, Jr., Dr., Forsyth, 478-747-8754Peach County• 3rd Thurs., 7 p.m., The Medical Center ofPeach County Cafeteria, 1960 Highway 247Connector, Byron, 478-951-3613Putnam County• 3rd Wed., 10 a.m., First Baptist Church,115 N. Madison Ave., Eatonton, 706-485-3331Upson County• Last Thurs., 7 p.m., Thomaston Reflections,302 S. Bethel St., Thomaston, 706-647-1607Telephone Support Group

• 1st & 3rd Tues., 7-8 p.m., “CareConnection” facilitated by an Alzheimer’sAssoc. staff member, 1-866-453-5550. Tolearn more about “Caring Connection” call800-272-3900.

********************Free Legal ServicesAvailable to Seniors

The Macon Office of Georgia LegalServices provides free legal services to sen-iors (60 and over) as resources allow. Weinterview clients in the following countiesBY APPOINTMENT ONLY: Bibb, Baldwin,Crawford, Houston, Jones, Monroe, Peach,Pulaski, Putnam, Twiggs and Wilkinson.

Call the Macon Office at 478-751-6261for an appointment.

********************Meals on Wheels ofMacon and Bibb County

Meals on Wheels of Macon and BibbCounty needs volunteers to help delivermeals to home-bound clients. Volunteersmust have a valid Georgia driver’s licenseand a positive attitude. If you can spare twohours a day one day a week, then you mayjust be the person needed. We especiallyneed help on Thursdays and Fridays. Mealsof Wheels is a wonderful organization whichtakes pride in everything it does. This pro-gram would not exist without volunteers.

If you are interested in volunteering,please call Joyce Waller or Beverly McCardat 478-745-9140.

********************Macon-Bibb County Parks & RecreationDepartment Senior Center1283 Adams Street Macon, Georgia 31201;Phone: 478-751-2790, 478- 751-9238; Dailyactivities 9:00-2:00• Senior Tax Assistance: Free confidentialincome tax assistance for senior citizens. CallLarry Wright at 478-751-2796.• Choir - “Band of Angels:” PracticeMondays at 10 a.m. Call Brenda at 478-751-2790• Stretching and Strengthening Exercise:Tues. & Thurs., 10:30-11:30 a.m.• More Than A Number Dance Aerobics:Wed. evening, 6:15-7 p.m. Call Dona at 478-751-9238• Spades: Wed. mornings, 10 a.m. Call

Charlie at 478-751-2790• Tai Chi for Arthritis: Sponsored by theAmerican Arthritis Foundation. Mon. &Wed., 12:30 p.m. Call Dona at 478-751-9238• Needle Crafts daily 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thefiber craft room is open daily for quilting,crocheting, knitting, and sewing. Call 478-751-2790.

********************Warner Robins Senior Citizen Services (50+Years Old)Warner Robins Recreation Department -Melanie LewisEmail: mlewis@wrga.gov; 478-293-1066

Senior Activity Center152 Maple Street, Warner RobinsOffice: 478-293-1066• Ceramics: Tuesday and Friday from 10:30am-4 pm, and 1 pm-4 pm. Charges are forgreenware, lights, music boxes, etc. Nocharge for firing or paint. Brushes and clean-ing tools are available for purchase.• Aerobics: Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 9am. Cost is $2 aclass or $20 a month. Join us for low-impactaerobics for seniors. For more informationcontact 478-293-1066.• Prime Painters: Open to anyone who wantsto come and paint. Bring your own supplies.Thursday afternoon from 1:30 pm -4:00 pm.Please call 478-293-1066 for more informa-tion.• Quilting Party: Wednesdays, 10 am-2 pm.Bring your own (small) scissors and personalthimble. Quilting materials supplied.*NOTE: We hand quilt for the public andalso havequilts for sale. Currently has a waiting list forthe class.• Woodworking Shop: Daily (except onThursdays) at 9 am. “Woodworking SafetyOrientation” is a prerequisite for participationand is scheduled upon request. What wouldyou like to make?• Ikebana: Japanese flower arranging,Mondays at 2 pm. Please contact YukoHancock at 478-923-7312 or Dee Boren at478-987-0493 for more information.• Line Dancing: On Wednesdays – NewBeginners Class at theWellston Center from 1-2 pm. $2 admission.

The Intermediate Class at the WellstonCenter from 2:30-4:00 pm – $3 admission.For more information please contact JuliaJuarez at 478-918-5635.• Yoga: Tuesday 2 p.m. & Thursday, 11 a.m.in the Senior Center. $5 per class. For infor-mation call teacher Dena Hobbs at 478-225-0133.• Tai Chi: On Monday and Thursday morn-ings from 10-11 am in the Senior Center . Ifyou are looking for a way to reduce stressand a variety of other health conditions, TaiChi promotes serenity through gentle, flow-ing movements. The class is free. For infor-mation call instructor Ron Shively at 478-719-9944.• Senior Water Aerobics: Monday, Tuesday,Thursday and Friday, 9 am-10 am atFountain Park. The cost is $25.00 per month.Please contact Miranda at 478-293-1071 ifinterested.• Self Defense: Monday and Thursday, 10-11a.m, in the Senior Center. $2 per class. CallArt O-Reilly at 786-423-5303.

Wellston Center• Regular Meetings and ProgramsAARP: The 4th Wednesday of the month, 10am- 1 p.m. Trudy Deep, President, 478-333-2203.• AARP Driver Training: Please contactRobert Woodall at 478-397-6690for information and reservations.• NARFE: 2nd Wednesday of the month, 10am-12 noon. Charles Farmer, President, 478-333-2972.• Ted Wright Senior Citizens Social Club:Information, call Betty Lou Lovain ,President, at 478-922-7774.• Warner Robins Senior Citizens Social Club:Information, call Van Adams, President, 478-923-2174.• LMNO (Ladies and Men’s Night Out): Forinformation call 478-293-1066.• MGCAA Senior Center: Located at 155Maple St., Warner Robins. Mon.-Fri., 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; closed Wed. Lunch (by appointmentonly), transportation, information, & referralservices. For information call 478-923-0229.

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General Business Directory For Seniors

Macon

and

Middle

Georgia

477-5501

The world’s trusted source for non-medical companionship and homecare for the seniors.

• Companionship & Personal Care• Meal Preparation & Sitters• Housekeeping & Laundry• Errands & Appointments

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Your Bio-Identical Hormone Specialist1550 Watson Blvd. • Warner Robins

www.medshoppe.com478-922-2067

Warner Robins’ Oldest Independent Pharmacy

380 Hospital Drive Macon, GA 31217

FREE PRESCRIPTION DELIVERY

Across from the Emergency RoomBOB MOODY RPH.

Pharmacist, ownerStart Getting Better Now!!!

Phone: 478-745-5431 Fax: 478-765-4359

Baltic Park Apartments• 1-2 BR units• For people 55 and

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David VonAlmen at 478-213-5986

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Support Group for Caregivers of FrailElderly Family MembersFirst & third Tuesdays of each month, 3:30-5 p.m., 6060 Lakeside Commons Place (offBass Rd.), Macon. Call Martha Duke at478-808-6957.

********************Houston County CouncilOf The Blind

The Houston County Council of theBlind meets the first Saturday of eachmonth at the Centerville Lions Club locatedon Houston Lake Road voicing state andlocal concerns for the blind or visuallyimpaired. Fellowship and membership arewelcomed.

********************Georgia Leathercrafters Guild

The Guild meets every second Sundayin the month at Geico on Weaver Road. Allwho wish to learn and/or expand theirknowledge of leather craft are invited. Foradditional information call 478-745-2320 or770-688-2315, Tom Maldonado.

********************Central Georgia Genealogical SocietyMeets 2nd Mon., 7 p.m., Flint EnergiesConference Room, 900 Hwy. 96, WarnerRobins. For comlete details call 478-987-7260 or visit www.cggs.org.

********************Health Education

The Office of Health Education at theMacon-Bibb County Health Department hasbrochures-pamphlets on various topicsavailable in English and Spanish. Thesematerials are available to businesses, com-munity-based organizations, and faith-basedorganizations upon request.

For additional information call 478-749-0113.

********************The Macon Arts Alliance486 First St., Macon478-743-6940

********************Massee Lane Gardens

For information call 478-967-2358 orwww.camellias-acs.com (The AmericanCamellia Society.)

********************Macon Little Theatre4220 Forsyth Road, MaconReservations: 478-471-PLAY

********************Museum of Arts & Sciences4182 Forsyth Road, Macon478-477-3232 or visit website www.masma-con.com.

********************Theatre Macon438 Cherry Street, Macon478-746-9485

********************Warner Robins Little TheatreSouth Pleasant Hill Drive478-929-4579; www.wrlt.org

********************Douglass Theatre355 Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard,478-742-2000

********************Tubman Museum340 Walnut St., Maconwww.tubmanmuseum.com

********************Middle Georgia Art Association Gallery2330 Ingleside Ave., Ingleside Village,Macon. 478-744-9557;middlegeorgiaart.org. Tues.-Fri., Noon-5p.m.; Sat., Noon-3 p.m.

********************Divorce Recovery Group

First Baptist Church of Macon, locatedat 511 High Place, is offering a DivorceRecovery Group for those interested. Themeetings are held on Wednesday evenings.Child care and children’s activities will beprovided.

For additional information call thechurch office at 478-742-6485.

********************DivorceCare OfferedBy Central Baptist Church

Divorced? Separated? Find help atDivorceCare.

DivorceCare is a special weekly semi-nar and support group for people who are

separated or divorced. The group meets atCentral Baptist Church located at 1120 LakeJoy Road, Warner Robins. Childcare is pro-vided for babies through 5th grade.

For additional information call 478-953-9319.

********************Bloomfield United Methodist Church5511 Bloomfield Rd., Macon478-397-6568 or 478-788-2262

********************New Dimension of Praise InternationalMinistries, Inc.Uletha Durham, Pastor, 207 S. Davis Dr.,Warner Robins, Church: 478-329-8780,Cell: 478-283-9494

**********************NAMI Central GeorgiaNational Alliance on Mental IllnessBarabra Long, Executive Director478-328-0508(Call for details on events)• Monthly support group for consumers andfamilies: Last Mon. each month, 7 p.m.,New Hope, 100 Story Road, WarnerRobins. Free. Refreshments.• SOS (Survivors of Suicide) SupportGroup: First Thurs. each month, 7-8 p.m.,Houston County Medical Center, BoardRoom next to the coffee kiosk, WatsonBlvd., Warner Robins. For loved ones ofthose who have experienced suicide. Free.

********************Substance Abuse Help Available

Did you know alcohol is the most-useddrug in the country and it’s the number oneabused substance among teens? Althoughmost parents don’t realize it, they are thebest prevention tool around when it comesto underage drinking. Children do listen totheir parents. Not only can you be a goodrole model for drinking behavior, you canhave a meaningful, honest discussion withyour children about alcohol, its pitfalls andrisks. If you need more information or help,Hodac, Inc. is here to lend a hand. You cantalk to trained professionals 24-hours a day,seven days a week by calling the GeorgiaHelpline at 800-338-6745. Making that callputs you on the road to answers so why notcall today.

********************Volunteers Needed

GeorgiaCares, Georgia’s State HealthInsurance Assistance Program (SHIP),needs volunteers to assist seniors and per-sons with disabilities with Medicare prob-lems, fraud, and abuse. Must be computersavvy. Rewarding volunteer work. CallButch Swinney, GeorgiaCares Coordinatorfor the Middle Georgia RegionalCommission/Area Agency on Aging, at478-751-6489 or email: bswinney@mg-rc.org for details.

********************MGRAACA MeetingThe MGRAACA (Antique Automobile Clubof America - Middle Georgia Region) meetson the 3rd Thurs. each month, 7 p.m., at theOle Times Country Buffet located at 1208Russell Pkwy., Warner Robins. Come earlyto eat and greet! Anyone interested inantique cars and restoration is welcome.Call Rosemary Chaney at 478-987-9519after 5 p.m. for information.Forsyth-MonroeCounty Convention & Visitor's Bureau.

********************Heart of Georgia Chapter 2Blue Star Mothers of AmericaThe Blue Star Mothers of America, Heart ofGeorgia Chapter 2, meets the first Thursdayeach month at 7:30 p.m. at ColdwellBanker’s SSK Realtors located at 470 S.Houston Lake Road, Warner Robins. Foradditional information contact PJ Johnson at478-284-6905 or email:chiefstribe@cox.net.

********************Volunteers Needed!!!Looking to help out in the community... youare needed as a volunteer at the PerryHospital. Volunteer help is needed at thegift shop and in other departments at thehospital. For complete details call 478-542-7753.

********************Bare Bulb Coffee1117 Highway 96, Suite 100, Kathleen. Forschedule of events and information call478-787-3482 or email nikki@barebulbcof-fee.org.

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