Here and There – 1-30-14

Here and There – 1-30-14

Free Breast & Cervical Exams: You are eligible if you are 40-64 years old and have no insurance and meet the income guidelines. Call 1-800-227-2345 for more information. Sponsored by Best Chance Network, 128 Stonemark Lane, Columbia, SC 20210 and the American Cancer Society.

Free Workshops: Edgefield/SC Works Center, 400 Church St, Rm. 306, Tuesday, Feb. 4, 2014 10 AM Networkers Group Session – topic – “Advanced Mfg. Opportunitiesl” An overview of the skills and education needed to be ready for a manufacturing job in today’s workforce; 11 a.m. “Job Search Lab; 1:30 PM “Job References Matter” Find out why it is important to choose the right job reference and why it is essential that you keep them informed during your job search; 3 PM “Computers for Beginners”. For further info call 637-4029.

Soup, Sandwich and Smiles: Edgefield United Methodist Church invites everyone to their church at the corner of Bacon and Norris Streets(across from the Post Office) to enjoy soup, sandwiches and smiles with them every Thursday at noon in February. Dates are February 6, 13, 20, 27.

The Taste of Edgefield County: sponsored by the Edgefield County Chamber of Commerce; Thursday, February 6, at the American Legion Hut, Edisto Street, Johnston, SC.  6:00 to 6:30 is social time; 6:45 until – is food, presentations and entertainment. RSVP to 275-0010 .

Free Seminar: by Pierce Bruner and Dr. Margaret Blagg on Back Safety and Physical Therapy at Hitchcock Healthcare, 211 Norris St., Edgefield on Feb. 13 at 9 a.m. Refreshments will be served. Call 637-1801 for more information.

Camellia Tea: Thursday, Feb. 13 at Magnolia Dale in Edgefield from 3 – 5:30 p.m. sponsored by the Edgefield Camellia Club. Plus the Camellia Scavenger Hunt & Quiz in which two visitors to the town and the Tea can win the prize of a camellia plant. For further info contact Henrietta Humphreys at 803-637-2370.

Christian Ball: Moore A.M.E. Christian Ball will be held February 15 at the Edgefield Gym at 6 p.m. Tickets are on sale for $8.00. Dress: 70’s attire(afros, dashikis, etc.)` For more info call Barbara at 637-6520 or the church at 637-5999.

Women’s Conference: Women in Ministry is sponsoring a women’s conference,”As Jesus is, so are we in this World,”Feb. 22, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. hosted by Pastor Jenkins and Lockhart Baptist Church, 1772 Old Chappells Ferry Road, Saluda. Lunch will be served. We request a donation of $10 in advance or $15 at the door. Call Trinika Mason at 480-3237 or Linda Bryanbt at 864-993-3583 for more details.

Bike Week: Bus will leave Piedmont Tech for Daytona, March 13-16. Call Ren Hillary at 803-480-1896 for information. Payment due Jan. 30.