Here and There – 1-23-15

Here and There – 1-23-15

Children’s Books Wanted: Edgefield County Public Library is collecting old/used children’s books for a book sale to benefit the Friends of the Library.  If cleaning out closets and shelves is on anyone’s New Year’s Resolution list, now is the time to bring book donations – especially children’s books – to the library.

Free Health Screening: Saturday, Jan. 24, from 9-noon at Self Regional Services Center, 104 Wells Ave. and Main, Greenwood; cholesterol, blood pressure and BMI; also activities for children related to the heart and a Valentine-themed craft and a tour of Greenwood EMS ambulance.

Sportsman’s Sunday: Johnston Pentecostal Holiness Church will have “Outdoor Sportsman’s Sunday”, Jan. 25, at 11 a.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Jerry Garvin. Everyone is encouraged to wear outdoor sportsman’s attire. This will be a great event for the entire family.

Mt. Canaan Worship Service: Mt. Canaan Baptist Church will dedicate its worship service Jan. 25, at 10 a.m. to its pastor, Rev. George L. Brightharp, who has served for 36 years. The message will be delivered by Rev. Reginald Grimes. Sunday School will be held at 9 a.m. Everyone is invited.

Board Meeting: The Burton Center Board for Disabilities and Special Needs will meet at 12:00 Noon on Monday, January 26, 2015, at Burton Center, 2605 Hwy 72 221E, Greenwood, SC  29649.

Free Workshops: Edgefield/SC Works Center, 400 Church St, Rm. 306, Edgefield, SC

Tuesday, Jan. 27, 10 AM Networkers Group Session – topic – “How to be an Interview STAR”; 11 AM “Job Search Lab; 1:30 PM “Your Skills Your Future”; 3 PM “Resume Clinic/Career Ready 101 Lab”;  Jan. 29, 2 PM “Let WorkKeys Work for You” For further information call 637-4029.

Camellia Tea: The 2015 Camellia Tea is scheduled for Thursday, February 12, 3:00 to 5:30, at Magnolia Dale, 200 Norris Street. Edgefield