February Events

February, 2011
Black History Month

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The theme of BLACK HISTORY MONTH at MTSU is “Carter G. Woodson and the Origins of Multi-culturalism”. Co chairs for activities are Dr. Sekou Franklin (904-8232) and Luther Buie (898-2987). Throughout this month, WGNS will have special local guests with information about Black History Month here in Rutherford County. There are many activities planned at Middle Tennessee State University as well as area churches, special plays, commemorative walks and more. Stay tuned to your WGNS Good Neighbor Network for more information (FM 100.5; FM 101.9; AM 1450; over-the-air TV channel 11; and internet at www.WGNSradio.com

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Daily Local Events Listed Here

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Now through April 15, 2011 AARP TAX AIDE PROGRAM for individuals age 60+ with a family income of $50,000 or less and no schedule C, E or F. This is offered FREE by appointment at the St. Clair Street Senior Center (325 St. Clair Street). Appointments can be made at the front desk or phone 615-848-2550.

Every Wednesday 10AM-Noon READ TO SUCCEED offers free JOB SKILL CLASSES in the Myrtle Glaton Lord Library at the Patterson Community Center. Improve your skills in searching for jobs in the newspaper and with the internet. You will be taught how to create effective resumes and improve your interview skills. In addition, the class will teach proper business etiquete and how to follow-up after the interview. For more information, contact Shelly Stanley (phone 615-738-7323) or e-mail adultliteracy@readtosucceed.org.

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Fri. (Feb. 4, 2011) 5:30-8:00PM Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church (2480 Twin Oak Drive) reaches out and welcomes all to their FEEDING FELLOWSHIP. Transportation is provided. Call Pastor R. W. Sibert (615-896-1553).

As the New Year of 1947 was rung-in, Murfreesboro and Rutherford County suddenly entered the electronic age. At 10PM on December 31, 1946, this community’s first radio station signed-on. It was built on the principal of being a GOOD NEIGHBOR. In fact, the G N S in the station’s call sign stands for Good Neighbor Station. That slogan shapes the way WGNS reports news, promotes itself and the way our staff is personally involved in this community. WGNS really is your radio station. When you hear something you like, let us know. But when you hear something you don’t like, especially let us know. Phone 615-893-5373.

Hear weather related CLOSINGS first on WGNS (FM 100.5, FM 101.9, AM 1450, TV-11)
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Fri. (Feb. 11, 2011) 5:30-8:00PM Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church (2480 Twin Oak Drive) reaches out and welcomes all to their FEEDING FELLOWSHIP. Transportation is provided. Call Pastor R. W. Sibert (615-896-1553).

Sat. (Feb. 12, 2011) 9:30AM-Noon Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation Department presents a FILM MAKERS WORKSHOP in the theatre at the Patterson Community Center (521 Mercury Blvd.) on the second Saturday of each month. Class fee: $3 and this also enables the child (ages 10+) to stay and swim and play at the community center. For more information, contact Mike Prevost at 615-893-7439 extension 32.

Tue. (Feb. 15, 2011) 7PM MIDDLE TENNESSEE CIVIL WAR ROUNDTABLE meets at Bradley Academy Historic Museum (415 S. Academy Street). The local group meets every month on the THIRD TUESDAY at Bradley Academy. Membership: $15 per year for individuals; $20 for families. Each meeting includes a CIVIL WAR SHOW AND TELL segment. For more information, contact Jim Lewis at 615-243-6830 (call before 8PM) or by e-mail at mtcwrt@comcast.net. Visit the Civil War Roundtable’s website www.mtswrt.org

Fri. (Feb. 18, 2011) 5:30-8:00PM Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church (2480 Twin Oak Drive) reaches out and welcomes all to their FEEDING FELLOWSHIP. Transportation is provided. Call Pastor R. W. Sibert (615-896-1553).

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Thu. (Feb. 28, 2011) 11:30AM The Agricultural Extension Service presents its popular BROWN BAG LUNCH series at the Lane Agri Park (315 John R. Rice Blvd.) with a FREE learning session on identification and control of common lawn and landscape weeds. For more information, phone 615-898-7710.

Fri. (Feb. 25, 2011) 5:30-8:00PM Walnut Grove Missionary Baptist Church (2480 Twin Oak Drive) reaches out and welcomes all to their FEEDING FELLOWSHIP. Transportation is provided. Call Pastor R. W. Sibert (615-896-1553).

Sun. (Feb. 26, 2011) 1PM ROLLING THUNDER, INC. Tennessee Chapter 1 meets at the VFW Post 8422 (10157 Old Nashville Highway; Smyrna, TN). ROLLING THUNDER works for the return of the missing from wars and support for America’s veterans. Visit their website: www.rollingthundertn1.com or call Bob Ousley (615-513-5852) or Norm Hoffman (615-715-0523) for more information. Note: Rolling Thunder meets at 1PM on the 4th Sunday of each month at the VFW Post 8422 in Smyrna.

FUTURE events and ON-GOING activities

Shop Local…It Matters! When you shop in Rutherford County, your sales tax dollars build our schools and improve the roads. When you shop locally, you make jobs available here. Shopping local makes it easy on you, in the event you need servicing or repairs at a later date. It’s even more important to shop with local FAMILY BUSINESSES. Have you ever wondered what makes this community unique? One advantage is a large number of family operated businesses. Keep FAMILY BUSINESSES strong, patronize them! Listen to the WGNS Good Neighbor Network (FM 100.5, FM 101.9, AM 1450, and over-the-air TV-11) for information about this area’s vibrant local FAMILY BUSINESSES

TAX AIDE PROGRAM
(Feb.-April 15, 2011) Assistance in income tax preparation is available for persons age 60+ with a total family income of $50,000 or less. This is by appointment only. Appointment times are 8:30am-non on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 12:30-3:30pm on Wednesdays. Special thanks to Joe Christian for coordinating this annual service. For more information, phone 615-848-2550. The center is located at 325 St. Clair Street in Murfreesboro.

Every Tuesday and Thursday night 6-8PM The Rutherford County Schools sponsor FREE GED classes in the Myrtle Glanton Lord Library at the Patterson Community Center. Free childcare is also provided. For more information, contact Howard Rhodes (615) 907-3439 or (615) 589-6158.

Hear weather related CLOSINGS first on WGNS (FM 100.5, FM 101.9, AM 1450, TV-11)
Weather-Eye meteorologists on WGNS radio and internet (see upper right) with 24-7

Now Five Blood Drives Weekly The Heart of Tennessee Chapter of the American Red Cross has renovated and enlarged its blood center at 836 Commercial Court (around the corner from UPS). The same local staff is now handling all of these new blood drives. In addition, Murfreesboro is now equipped to service platelet aphaeresis donations. If you are at least 17-years of age, weigh a minimum of 110-pounds, and in good health, you are encouraged to give the GIFT OF LIFE. Phone 1-800-GIVE-LIFE (1-800-448-3543) for more information.
Monday and Thursday 10:30am-6:30pm
Fridays 9:30am-4:30pm
Saturdays and Sundays 7am-Noon
Note: In addition, there are regular Red Cross bloodmobiles at locations all around Rutherford County. Look at this WGNS calendar for exact times and locations.

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LaVergne’s Police Athletic League (PAL) invites area kids ages 7-17 to join this community group for fun, homework tutoring and more. There are PAL drama and theatre sessions, PAL boxing program, help with homework and tutoring, bowling, self-empowerment and motivational activities, racing and more. Phone 615-287-8730 for more information.

As the New Year of 1947 was rung-in, Murfreesboro and Rutherford County suddenly entered the electronic age. At 10PM on December 31, 1946, this community’s first radio station signed-on. It was built on the principal of being a GOOD NEIGHBOR. In fact, the G N S in the station’s call sign stands for Good Neighbor Station. That slogan shapes the way WGNS reports news, promotes itself and the way our staff is personally involved in this community. WGNS really is your radio station. When you hear something you like, let us know. But when you hear something you don’t like, especially let us know. Phone 615-893-5373.

Do you have a loved one who suffers from a mental illness? Learn about the regularly scheduled National Alliance of Mental Illness (NAMI) meetings. This is a program for families, friends and primary caregivers of individuals suffering from mental illness. Call Lori Turek (615-896-6169) for details.

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