Thursday November 14
CARE Lego Club set to gather
After-school Lego Club will be held at CARE on Thursday, Nov. 14. Classes are at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. for children ages 5 to 10. It is free, but registration is required due to limited seating. Snack will also be provided. Call 662-647-0942 or stop by CARE.
Friday November 15
Bingo returns to CARE center
Bingo will return to CARE on Friday, Nov. 15, featuring a night filled with fun, food and prizes. The first bingo game begins at 5:30 p.m. There is no charge for this crazy fun night, but you must bring a “white elephant” gift, which must be wrapped or in a bag. There is no need to buy anything; just bring something that you already have.
Sunday November 17
Holly Grove to celebrate pastor, wife
Holly Grove Missionary Baptist Church will have the anniversary program for pastor J.H. Brown and his wife on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 1 p.m. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Johnny Lyon of Preston Missionary Baptist Church of Scobey. All are invited to attend.
Morning Star to appreciate service
Morning Star Church of God in Christ, at 1016 Morning Star Dr., Charleston, will honor their pastor Bertram V. Bailey and wife, Catosha Bailey, on their fifth anniversary of service, Sunday, Nov. 17, at 2 p.m. Clarence Benson, pastor of St. James Temple of Deliverance of Cruger, will be the guest speaker.
St. Paul plans annual homecoming
St. Paul Christian Methodist Episcopal Church, located at 484 West Main St. in Charleston, will conduct their annual homecoming celebration on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be the Rev. James W. Brooks, pastor of Jerusalem Missionary Baptist Church and Maple Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church. Everyone is invited, noted St. Paul pastor Floyd Meeks Jr.
Mt. Moriah to honor pastor, wife
Mt. Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, on Mt. Moriah Road, Glendora, will honor the 16-year anniversary of service of pastor Joseph and Arlisa Martin with a special program set Sunday, Nov. 17, at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Sylvester Walker, pastor of New Beginning Missionary Baptist Church in Webb. For more information, call evangelist Gladys Robinson at 662-833-9192.
Thanksgiving service at Old Antioch
The community Thanksgiving service will be held at the Old Antioch Baptist Church on Friendship Road in Sumner on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 2:30 p.m. For more information, contact pastor Willie Williams at 662-375-2556.
Persimmon Hill sets family, friends
Persimmon Hill Missionary Baptist Church of Enid will have their family and friends day program on Sunday, Nov. 17, at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Carl Ray, pastor of Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church of Tillatoba and Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church of Holcomb. All are invited to attend, said pastor Andrew Fluker.
Thursday November 21
Shoebox collections scheduled
National collection week for Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child will be Nov. 18-25, and Charleston First Baptist Church will be one of the drop-off sites.
The church will collect shoebox items on the following schedule:
• Thursday, Nov. 21, through Saturday, Nov. 23, from 10 a.m. until 12 p.m.
• Sunday, Nov. 24, from 1-3 p.m.
• Monday, Nov. 25, from 8-10 a.m.
Other collection points are located throughout the area. For more information, visit https://www.samaritanspurse.org.
History of Yalobusha news offered
On Thursday, Nov. 21, at 2 p.m., David Howell, editor and publisher of The North Mississippi Herald in Water Valley, will explore the history of newspaper publishing in Yalobusha County during a meeting of the Yalobusha Historical Society. The public is invited to the presentation at 14656 Depot St. in Coffeeville and to stay for refreshments.
Free children’s art class available
The Charleston Arts Center will host an after-school art class at CARE on Thursday, Nov. 21. Classes are at 3:30 and 4:30 for children ages 5 to 12. Classes are free. A snack is provided.
Locopolis sets three-night revival
Locopolis Missionary Baptist Church, on Highway 32, Charleston, along with pastor Christopher Thornton, minister Jerrerico Chambers and the church family is continuing its unity revival Nov. 21-22 at 7 each night.
Speakers are as follow:
• Thursday, Nov. 21: Pastor Christopher Thornton, Locopolis Missionary Baptist Church
• Friday, Nov. 22: Minister Jerrerico Chambers, of Locopolis and New Birth Ministries
“You are invited to come out and join us for a Holy Ghost good time and release the fire for Christ,” noted minister Chambers.
ETSD retiree Thanksgiving meal set
The East Tallahatchie School District staff and board members will host a retiree Thanksgiving dinner on Thursday, Nov. 21, at noon, at Charleston High School. RSVP by Nov. 15 by contacting Shannon Paige via email to spaige@etsdk12.org or 662-647-1397.
Friday November 22
Garden club plans fall luncheon
Charleston’s Magnolia Garden Club will conduct their fall luncheon on Friday, Nov. 22, from 11:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church Family Life Center. The cost is $15 per plate, dine in or carry out.
Saturday November 23
Teasdale bake sale benefits facility
On Saturday, Nov. 23, from 10 a.m. until, the Teasdale Ladies Auxiliary and the Teasdale Quilters will sponsor a bake sale at the Teasdale Auxiliary Building, just in time for Thanksgiving. All proceeds will go to the Teasdale building fund for upkeep.
Anyone who would like to donate a cake, candy, cookies, pies or anything else may call Virginia Murphree at 662-514-0921, Wanda Ivy at 662-647-1026, or any other member. You may also bring it to the building Nov. 23. All donations will be appreciated.
Sunday November 24
St. John ‘women and hats’ event set
St. John Missionary Baptist Church, 1100 Hwy. 32, Drew, will conduct their “women and hats” program on Sunday, Nov. 24, at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be minister Patrick Broom of Pine Bluff, Arkansas. All are invited. For more information, contact evangelist Gladys Robinson at 662-833-9192.
Good Hope to honor Huddleston
Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Webb will host an appreciation program for Tara Huddleston on Sunday, Nov. 24, at 3 p.m. Everyone is invited to attend. For information, contact Tara Huddleston at 662-902-4717.
Thanksgiving service, meal planned
Charleston First Presbyterian Church will host the community Thanksgiving service and meal on Sunday, Nov. 24, beginning at 5 p.m.
Wednesday November 27
Rotary club will not convene this day
The Charleston Rotary Club will not meet Wednesday, Nov. 27, due to Thanksgiving.
Tuesday December 3
Children’s art classes are available
The Charleston Arts Center will host after-school art classes at CARE on Tuesday, Dec. 3. Classes are 3:30 and 4:30 for children ages 5 to 12. Classes are free. A snack is provided.
Wednesday December 4
Rotary welcomes district officials
Rotary District 6800 Governor-elect Willis Frazer and Governor Dave Rhylander will be guest speakers of the Charleston Rotary Club on Wednesday, Dec. 4. Lunch will begin at noon with their presentation following.
Thursday December 5
CARE to host holiday market
CARE will hold its annual holiday market shopping event on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The market is open to the community to provide an opportunity to support local artists and vendors.
Friday December 6
Santa Claus arrives at CARE
CARE’s annual Cookies with Santa event will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6, at the Charleston Arts Center. Crafts, games and cookies will be provided. Bring those little ones for a picture with Santa Claus.
Sunday December 8
Piney Grove will honor pastor, wife
Rev. Norman Small and Sis. Sandra Small will be celebrated during a pastor and wife appreciation day Sunday, Dec. 8, at 2 p.m., at Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 3188 Cascilla/Grenada Road, Cascilla. Guest speaker will be the Rev. Riley O’Bryant Suggs, pastor of Jones Chapel Missionary Baptist Church in Grenada. All are invited.
Afternoon ot ‘Sip & Stitch’ on tap
Square Drugs of Charleston is sponsoring an afternoon of sips, snacks and stitching a Christmas needlepoint canvas on Sunday, Dec. 8. The class will be from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. The fee for supplies is $35. Call CARE at 662-647-0942 for more information.
Tuesday December 10
Free community luncheon event set
Sumner Rotary Club, in collaboration with CoreCivic, is gearing up for a holiday community luncheon ton Tuesday, Dec. 10, at the Bayou Bend Country Club. The event starts at noon and is open to the public. For more information, contact Sumner Rotary Club President Shirlaurence Fair at 662-719-6123.
Thursday December 12
Lego class on tap at CARE facility
After-school Lego Club will be held at CARE on Thursday, Dec. 12. Classes are at 3:30 and 4:30 p.m. for children ages 5 to 10. The class is free, but registration is required due to limited seating. Snack will also be provided. Call 662-647-0942 or stop by CARE.
Saturday December 14
Food, toys, clothes to be given
Gifts of Love Inc., a Memphis nonprofit and affiliate of A-One Staffing LLC, will offer free food boxes, bicycles, toys, clothing and more to families of Charleston and nearby towns during a giveaway event set for Saturday, Dec. 14, beginning at 10 a.m., at the former National Guard armory, 409 S. Cossar Ave., in Charleston. Everyone is invited. For more information, call 901-367-5757.
Charleston Christmas parade set
The Charleston Christmas parade will be Saturday, Dec. 14. The theme is “An Olympic Christmas: A Christmas of Many Nations.” Decorate according to Christmas symbolism or customs of nations around the world.
Lineup is at 3 p.m. adjacent to the former National Guard armory. Floats will be judged at 4:30 p.m., and the parade will start at 5.
For more information, contact City Clerk Vanisha Powell or Deputy Clerk Felisha Porter at 662-647-5841.
Sunday December 15
Baptist to offer Christmas hymns
Charleston First Baptist Church will host a Christmas hymn singing on Sunday, Dec. 15, starting at 5 p.m. Holiday snacks will be offered following the program.
Tuesday December 17
CARE offers free art classes
The Charleston Arts Center will host after-school art classes at CARE on Tuesday, Dec. 17. Classes are 3:30 and 4:30 for children ages 5 to 12. Classes are free. A snack is provided.
Saturday December 21
Calvary Food Pantry to distribute
Calvary Food Chapel, at 36 Ward-Riddick Road, just east of Parchman off Highway 32, will distribute food from 7:30-9:30 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21, for those living in the West Tallahatchie area and in Sunflower County outside the city limits of Drew (which has its own food pantry). Return empty boxes for refill when you pass through. Be on time.
Faith Food Pantry to distribute
Faith Food Pantry, located at 30028 Highway 32, Charleston, will distribute food from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21. Please return empty boxes for refill when you pass through the drive-thru. Be on time.
Tuesday December 24
Church sets Christmas Eve service
The annual Christmas Eve service at Charleston First Methodist Church will be conducted Tuesday, Dec. 24, starting at 5 p.m.
Miscellany
Notice required for library room
The Charleston Library reminds members of the community who would like to reserve their meeting room that the library staff must have a minimum of 48 hours notice to use the room. For more information or to set a reservation, call the Charleston Library at 662-647-2638.
ECF Auxiliary collects holiday items
The Extended Care Auxiliary will again collect holiday donations for residents. Items requested for men and women are body lotion, body spray, shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, five-blade razors and hand lotion. Items may be dropped off at the CARE building until the close of business on Monday, Dec. 16. For information, call CARE at 662-647-0942.
