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Note: Upcoming Events run as space is available at no charge to non-profit groups. Events run in order by date. To help ensure good coverage of your event, please submit the item well in advance.  You can call-in your events to Shelly at (205) 486-9461, fax us at (205)  486-4849, or send an e-mail to nwanews@centurytel.net.
Every Tuesday
Freedom Hills and Main Street Ministries Holding Family Support Meetings
A support meeting for families dealing with addiction issues will be held every Tuesday night at 7 p.m. at Main Street Ministries, located on Old School Road in Double Springs.  Led by Freedom Hills Community Center, the meeting will provide guidance and assistance for families struggling with addiction issues, as well as provide information for anyone interested in learning about the addiction epidemic.  For more information, call (205) 489-3500.  Leave a message if no one answers.  All interested persons are more than welcome to attend these free meetings.
Those in Need Welcome at Main Street Ministries’ Food and Clothing Giveaway
Main Street Ministries will be having a food and clothing giveaway for families in need every Tuesday from 5 - 6:30 p.m.  Needy individuals and families are welcome to come and receive a sack of groceries and to choose from a wide variety of men’s, women’s and children’s clothing.  Pastors and Christian lay persons will also be on hand to help anyone who is in need of spiritual help.  Main Street Ministries is located on Old School Road in Double Springs.   For more information, call (205) 489-3500 and leave a message if no one answers.  
Every Thursday
Haleyville TOPS Club Location Moved to Old ARC Building
Haleyville’s Taking Off Pounds Sensibly Club has changed locations!  The new location is in the old ARC Building on 28th Street.  The club still meets every Thursday from 6-7 p.m., and all interested persons are welcome to attend.
Every Friday
Intercessory Prayer Meeting at House of Refuge Church
House of Refuge Church, located on Highway 195 east of Haleyville, will hold an intercessory prayer meeting every Friday at 10 a.m.  Pastor Ricky White and prayer team would like to invite everyone to come to pray.  For prayer requests, please call (205) 485-9749.
Everyone Welcome at Kelly Mill Baptist’s Family Night
Kelly Mill Baptist Church, located on County Road 4 south of Double Springs, would like to invite everyone to Family Night at the church every Friday at 6 p.m.  Supper will be served, and there will be games for adults and kids.  Everyone is welcome to attend this fun family event.
Happening Now
Nesmith Methodist Taking Orders for Boston Butt Sale
Nesmith Methodist Church, located on Highway 278 near the Winston-Cullman County line, is currently taking orders for Boston butt roasts, which will be available for pick-up at the church on Saturday, Sept. 13.  Each roast will cost $25, and all orders must be placed by Saturday, Sept. 6.  To place an order, call (256) 747-8873.  All proceeds will go to benefit Nesmith Methodist Church.
Winston DHR Urges You to  Become a Foster Parent!
Have you ever considered being a foster parent for a child in need?  The Winston County Department of Human Resources is in need of some good people to become foster parents.  Call (205) 489-1500 and speak with Dorene Tidwell or Dale Hendrix for more information.  Why not take in a needy child and make he or she feel special!
Solid Rock Bible Institute Holding Registration for Fall Classes
Solid Rock Bible Institute, located at the corner of Newburg Road and the Highway 13 exchange in Haleyville, is currently holding registration for its fall schedule of classes, which will begin on Monday, Sept. 8.  Classes being taught this semester are Emotional Healing, Mondays 8:30 a.m. until 9:45 a.m. or Wednesdays 5:45 p.m. until 7 p.m., and The Book of Romans, Mondays 9:45 a.m. until 11 a.m. or Tuesdays 5:45 p.m. until 7 p.m.  All classes are based on the Holy Bible and are not based on personal opinion, and all interested persons are welcome to attend the first or second session of a class without registering.  Registration forms are available at Solid Rock Church or can be filled out at the first class attended.  Late registration will be open through the third class.  For more information, call Solid Rock Church at (205) 486-4736 or Kathy Knight at (205) 486-3256.
Everyone 60 and Older Welcome At Double Springs Senior Center
All local residents 60 or older are cordially invited to come out to the Double Springs Senior Center, located on Old Cheatham Road, Monday through Friday.  The Double Springs Senior Center offers hot lunches, as well as games and all kinds of fun.  For more information, call (205) 489-5479.
Wednesday, Aug. 27
Trinity Baptist Church Hosts Dinner Fund Raiser
Trinity Baptist Church will host a Swamp John’s dinner fund raiser on Wednesday, Aug. 27, from 4-7 p.m.  All plates are $9, and will have your choice of fish, chicken or shrimp.  Pastor James Williams invites everyone to dine-in or carry-out.  Proceeds for this event will go toward the Brotherhood and WMU Missions.  The church is located on Highway 195 in Needmore.  Church members would like to thank the community in advance for its support.
Thursday, Aug. 28
All Interested Persons Welcome at Main Street Ministries Open House
Main Street Ministries in Double Springs will be holding an open house on Thursday, Aug. 28, beginning at 6:30 p.m.  This event is designed to let political, civic, business, church and community leaders know about all of the wonderful things going on at Main Street Ministries, along with the outreach center’s plans for the future.  It will also be an opportunity to learn how to get involved with Main Street Ministries.  All interested persons are cordially invited to attend.
Aug. 29-Sept. 1
Weekend of Singing at Black Bear Cove Campground in Bear Creek
Union Grove Congregational Christian Church is sponsoring a weekend of singing to be held at the Black Bear Cove Campground in Bear Creek from Friday, Aug. 29, through Monday, Sept. 1.  The featured groups will be The Gospel Tones, from Russellville, and New Ground, from Scottsboro.  The singing begins at 6 p.m. on Friday, and at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday.  Church services will be held on Sunday.  For reservations for camp sites to spend the whole weekend, please call (205) 486-9326.  Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy a great weekend of singing.
Saturday, Aug. 30
All Family Members Welcome at Jottie Sutherland Family Reunion
The Jottie Sutherland family reunion will be taking place Saturday, Aug. 30, at the Pebble Community Center.  Lunch will be served, and everyone is asked to bring a covered dish.  For more information, contact Ray Sutherland at (205) 486-7475 or L.V. Sutherland at (205) 486-3482.  All family members and friends are cordially invited to attend.
50th Annual Kelsoe Family Reunion Taking Place Near Moulton
The 50th annual Kelsoe family reunion will be taking place on Saturday, Aug. 30, at Todd O. Kelsoe’s “Barn”, which is located on Lawrence County Road 184 near the Moulton Speedway off of Highway 157 South.  Highlights of the day will include a horse shoe pitching contest and a water slide for children.  Also the new Kelsoe/Kelso Recipe Book will be available for purchase.  Lunch will be served at noon, and everyone is asked to bring a covered dish, drinks, plates, cups and lawn chairs.  For more information, call (256) 974-0817 or (256) 974-1500.  All Kelsoe descendants and friends of the family are welcome to attend.
Sunday, Aug. 31
All Relatives Invited to Annual Chappell Family Reunion
All descendants of Fred Chappell and Martha J. Carpenter Chappell are cordially invited to attend the 12th annual Chappell family reunion Sunday, Aug. 31, beginning at 11:30 a.m. at the Rustic Youth Camp Building, located on Shady Grove Road in Russellville.  All attendees are encouraged to R.S.V.P.  For more information, contact Judy Chappell at (205) 486-3978.
All Family Members Invited to Warren Reunion
The Warren family reunion will be taking place on Sunday, Aug. 31, from 10:30 a.m. until 3:30 p.m. at the Double Springs Community Center.  Lunch will be served, and everyone is asked to bring a covered dish.  Also, bring any old pictures.  For more information, call (205) 489-2320.  All family members are cordially invited to attend.
Double Springs Worship Center Holding All Day Singing
Double Springs Worship Center will be having an all-day singing Sunday, Aug. 31.  The singing will begin at 10 a.m., with lunch served at noon and the singing resuming at 1 p.m.  The guest singers will be Heaven’s Hi Way.  Pastor Jimmy Frederick would like to invite one and all to come and receive a blessing.
Tuesday, Sept. 2
Haleyville High School Hosting College/Career Night
Haleyville High School will be hosting a college and career night program Tuesday, Sept. 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the high school cafeteria.  All students, parents and interested persons are invited to attend.
Saturday, Sept. 6
Come Out for New Beginnings in Haleyville
Downtown Haleyville will be the place to be on Saturday, Sept. 6, as the New Beginnings event kicks off at noon behind McDonald’s.  Casey Jones from 91.3 FM, The Fix, will be the emcee for the day’s events.  Darrin English will be the guest speaker.  The headline act will be Ohio Avenue, and Christian rapper Yungtown and local Christian band The Divided Fall will also be performing, along with other local drama teams and bands.  For more information, call Damon Williamson at (205) 269-9867.  Make plans now to come out for New Beginnings!
New Prospect Baptist Holding 10th Annual Car Show
New Prospect Baptist Church in Haleyville will be having its 10th annual car show Saturday, Sept. 6.  Registration, which is free, will be from 8 a.m. until noon, and trophies will be awarded beginning at 2 p.m.  The top 25 cars, 10 trucks, five race cars and five motorcycles will all receive trophies.  Door prizes will be awarded every half hour, and winners must be present to claim their prizes.  There will also be free refreshments and music.  The annual RA car race will also be taking place during the car show, with the appearance competition at 11 a.m., and the race competition at noon.  First, second and third place trophies will be awarded in each category, and all entries will receive a ribbon.  Pinewood derby cars will also be accepted.  There is no age limit to compete, and entry is free.  Everyone is encouraged to make plans now to come out for this annual event.
Sunday, Sept. 7
St. Paul Missionary Baptist Holding Annual All-Day Service
St. Paul Missionary Baptist Church, located on Franklin County Highway 79 just off of Highway 243, will be holding its annual all-day service Sunday, Sept. 7.  The day’s events will kick off with a singing at 10:30 a.m., followed by preaching at 11 a.m.  Lunch will be served at noon, and an afternoon singing will begin at 1:30 p.m., with The White Family Bluegrass Gospel.  For more information, call (205) 993-4438.  Everybody is welcome to attend.
Grace Baptist Holding Homecoming Service
Grace Baptist Church, located on Highway 129 in Haleyville, will celebrate its homecoming with a special church service Sunday, Sept. 7.  Sunday School will begin at 10 a.m., with a special church service to follow at 11 a.m.  Lunch will be served at noon, and will be followed by a singing, with Tina Adair and Family as the guests.  Bro. Kenneth Kimbrough and the church congregation would like to invite everyone to attend.
Littleville UMC Holding Appreciation Service for Area Rescue Personnel
Littleville United Methodist Church in Needmore will be holding a special appreciation service for all area firefighters, police officers, first responders and paramedics Sunday, Sept. 7, at 5:30 p.m.  A meal will be provided after the service.  For more information, call Scott Ward at (205) 486-4701 or go to www.littlevilleumc.org.
Monday, Sept. 8
Arley Women’s Club Kicking Off New Season With Covered Dish Luncheon
The Arley Women’s Club will be kicking off its new season on Monday, Sept. 8, with a covered dish luncheon on the second floor of the Arley Public Library.  Diane Allison will be presenting the history of the club, as well as sharing a quilt that was made by early members of the club.  Club president Peggy Norris would like to invite all interested guests to attend.
Tuesday, Sept. 9
Houston Historical Society to Meet
The Houston Historical Society will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 9, at 6 p.m. at Houston United Methodist Church.  All members and all other interested persons are encouraged to attend.
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