Thursday June 18
Persimmon Hill sets weeklong VBS classes
Persimmon Hill Missionary Baptist Church has been hosting annual Vacation Bible School this week, and classes continue Thursday and Friday, June 18-19, at 7 nightly. The theme is “Hooked! Reeled in to Serve God.” The adult instructor is pastor George Forest of Rocky Mountain Missionary Baptist Church of Water Valley. All are invited, said pastor Andrew Fluker and secretary Gwen Herron.
Friday June 19
4-H Lego Club scheduled for three dates
4-H Lego Club, conducted by the Tallahatchie County 4-H Club in partnership with CARE, will be held Friday, June 19; Tuesday, June 30; and Tuesday, July 7, at the CARE building in Charleston. This club is for youth ages 8-13. Tallahatchie County 4-H Extension Agent Shelbie Phelps urges anyone interested to call CARE at 662-647-0942 to register.
Saturday June 20
NCDO Father’s Day pancake breakfast slated
The Charleston chapter of the National Charleston Day Organization will host its annual Father’s Day pancake breakfast on Saturday, June 20. The event will be held at the Charleston Day Center, located on David Alford Memorial Road, aka Oak Grove Road, from 8-10 a.m.
Attendees are invited to enjoy a full breakfast featuring bacon, sausage, eggs, grits, fruit, coffee and juice.
Meals will be available for dine-in at the center’s multipurpose room or for carry-out.
Organizers say this event serves as an excellent opportunity to celebrate a father figure in a communal atmosphere.
The cost is $12 per plate. For more information, contact Bennie Paige at 901-208-5189.
Calvary Food Pantry tells of distribution
Calvary Food Pantry, at 36 Ward-Riddick Road, just east of Parchman off Highway 32, will distribute food from 8-9 a.m. on Saturday, June 20, for those living in the West Tallahatchie area and in Sunflower County outside the city limits of Drew (which has its own food pantry). Food pantry distribution day is the next-to-last Saturday of each month.
Faith Food Pantry to distribute foodstuffs
Faith Food Pantry, located at 30028 Highway 32, Charleston, will distribute food from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 20. Food pantry distribution day is on the next-to-last Saturday of each month.
B&PW Club plans revitalization brunch
The Business and Professional Women’s Club revitalization brunch will be held Saturday, June 20, at 11 a.m., at Bertha Daycare, 184 W. Gay St., Charleston. The theme is “Lifting As We Climb.” All former little sisters, big sisters and prospective sisters are invited. Call 662-625-9060 to verify attendance and to give T-shirt size.
Charleston library to host book-signing event
J. Alexander Williams will be signing copies of his book, “N. S. & Me: My Personal Journey of Healing,” on Saturday, June 20, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m., at the Tallahatchie County Library in Charleston. The book chronicles the author’s personal journey through Nephrotic Syndrome, a rare kidney disorder. Justin is the son of Johnny and Shirley Williams.
Sunday June 21
Cross of Christ sets Juneteenth celebration service
Cross of Christ Love Center in Charleston invites the public to attend a Juneteenth celebration event set for Sunday, June 21, with worship service beginning at 11 a.m. The theme is “Free Indeed: Celebrating Freedom, Faith and Heritage through Christ.” Pastor Maeotha Gardner said, “We welcome the entire community to come worship with us as we honor Black history, celebrate freedom, and lift up the name of Jesus Christ together.”
Holly Grove sets special day for men, women
Holly Grove Missionary Baptist Church will conduct their annual men’s and women’s day program on Sunday, June 21, beginning at 2 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Cornelius Conley, pastor of St. Mark Missionary Baptist Church in Charleston. All are invited to attend, said Holly Grove pastor J.H. Brown.
Taylor Chapel three-night revival set
Taylor Chapel Christian Methodist Episcopal Church invites the public to attend revival services Sunday, June 21, through Tuesday, June 23. The Sunday night service begins at 6 while Monday and Tuesday services start at 7. Guest speaker will be minister Rodney Johnson. “We thank you in advance for your spiritual support,” said pastor Floyd Meeks.
Monday June 22
Popular Springs to host Vacation Bible School
Popular Springs Missionary Baptist Church, located at 1128 Bethel Road, Enid, will host Vacation Bible School activities from Monday, June 22, through Wednesday, June 24, from 7-8 nightly. The theme for this year’s VBS is “Hooked,” based on Matthew 4:19. All are invited to come and share in the occasion, said Rev. Coya Blackburn, pastor.
Friday June 26
Ladies Paint Night will be held at CARE
CARE will host a ladies paint night class on Friday, June 26, starting at 5:30 p.m. Join other ladies of the Charleston community for a fun night of painting and snacks. The session is free, but donations are appreciated. Registration is suggested. Call 662-647-0942 or stop by CARE to register.
Saturday June 27
Irene Dungan’s 100th birthday celebration set
Mt. Pisgah Baptist Church, at 1079 Mt. Pisgah Road, Enid, will host a birthday party for soon-to-be centenarian Irene Dungan on Saturday, June 27, from 12-3 p.m. She will turn 100 on June 29. A meal will be served by her family and church family. Your attendance will make this event special.
Sunday June 28
Piney Grove tells of 52nd annual homecoming
Piney Grove Missionary Baptist Church, located at 3188 Cascilla-Grenada Road, Cascilla, will conduct their 52nd annual homecoming celebration on Sunday, June 28, at 2:30 p.m. Guest speaker will be Rev. Trace R. Edwards, of Berean Christian Church in Decatur, Georgia. All are invited.
Saturday July 4
Rosebloom’s annual Independence Day gala set
Rosebloom Recreational Park’s annual family-friendly Independence Day celebration will be held on the date of the nation’s historic 250th birthday, Saturday, July 4.
Admission is free, and everyone is encouraged to show their spirit and display their patriotic pride by wearing red, white and blue clothing or other appropriate apparel.
Festivities will begin at 2 p.m. with the opening of the shaded arts and crafts vendor area as well as noncompetitive car “show and shine” that allows car enthusiasts to show off their rides. The car exhibition will be ongoing until 6:30 p.m.
There will be a free water slide for the young’uns.
A concession stand will offer for purchase food, treats and beverages to satisfy the hunger and quench the thirst.
The late afternoon will bring recognition of the park’s youth ball teams, live music and a patriotic program during which veterans will be honored. Details about the time and musical lineup will be forthcoming.
The grand finale, about 9 p.m., will be one of the largest fireworks shows in the area.
Everyone is encouraged to bring their family, friends and lawn chairs to enjoy the festivities.
Arts and crafts vendor spaces are available for $25. For more information, contact Michelle Rideout at 662-520-8548 or Andrea Davis at 662-647-1752.
For car show info, contact Don Davis at 662-647-7043.
Sunday July 12
Old Antioch will celebrate 122nd anniversary
Pastor Lorenzo K. Robinson and the members of Old Antioch Baptist Church, 6479 Friendship West Road, Sumner, invite family, friends and the community to celebrate the church’s 122nd anniversary on Sunday, July 12, at 2 p.m. The theme will be “Celebrating God’s Faithfulness Through the Years,” from Lamentations 3:22-23. Rev. James Miller, of Shiloh Baptist Church in Shelby, will be the guest speaker.
Miscellany
Two churches preparing for Bible School
Calvary Chapel at Parchman and Faith Baptist Church of Charleston have arranged to host Vacation Bible School for children in this area the week of July 12-15.
A team of VBS teachers from First Baptist Church in Trussville, Alabama, will assist local church workers in providing a fun and safe learning experience for children age 3 to high school. The Bible school theme for both churches will be “Illumination Station.”
To help parents with scheduling, the children will be provided a light meal during VBS.
From Sunday through Tuesday, July 12-14, Calvary Chapel will host their VBS from 5:30 until 8:30 p.m.
From Monday through Wednesday, July 13-15, Faith Baptist Church will host VBS from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. daily.
Calvary Chapel is located just north of Highway 32, seven-tenths of a mile east of Parchman. Faith Baptist is located seven-tenths of a mile east of Charleston on Highway 32.
Mark your calendars for gospel celebration
The gospel music group, A Praising Grace, will be celebrating 24 years of Christ and togetherness on Saturday, Aug. 22, with a pre-celebration set for 5 p.m. on that date at Hayward Chapel, 2906 Highway 82 E., Greenwood. The actual anniversary celebration will be held the following day, on Sunday, Aug. 23, at 3 p.m., at Grayson Chapel in Glendora. All family and friends are invited to attend. For more information, contact Galen McMillian at 601-882-6278.
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