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Wabash Chapter NSDAR Honors Veterans on Monday

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Left to right: Dorotha Thackrey, Barry Lindsey, Robert Churchwell, Raymond Ridenour, David M. Sons and Troy Burke. Photo provided.

On behalf of the Vietnam War 50th Commemorative Anniversary Partner Program, the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution, Wabash Chapter, presented Eagle Lapel pins; a proclamation from our President of the United States, Donald J. Trump; certificates from the NSDAR;  and flags of the United States of America and made in the USA to area veterans in Carmi on Monday, November 11, 2019 at Carmi Manor.

Dorotha Thackrey, Wabash Chapter Veterans Chairperson, presented the packets to Troy Burke, Robert L. Churchwell, Barry E. Lindsey, Raymond Keith Ridenour and David M. Sons. Tobias John Bye and Harrison McMahon were unable to attend. We thank them for their service and sacrifice to helping keep our country free.

Upcoming Events at The Library!

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Come and color with us! The “Norris City Coloring Club” will meet on Wednesday, November 13 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. This is a great time to visit with friends while you work on your favorite craft.

Learn a new concept in the world of STEM on Tuesday, November 19 at 5:30 p.m. Join NCO teacher Gena Cushman and bring your friends! Children in grades 3 through 8 are invited to join this fun, engaging class on the third Tuesday of each month.

Join the NCOE Art Club and teacher Logan Tharp on Wednesday, November 20 from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for a “Pencil Party.” This art class promises you’ll have a great time while learning to draw!

Stop in at the library and purchase a chance to win the Christmas Honor Flight Basket. This beautiful holiday-themed basket was created by the Michael Hillegas Chapter of the NSDAR to help raise money to send veterans to Washington, D.C. Tickets are $1.00 each or 6 for $5.00.

Wabash Christian Village Holds Appreciation Event

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Jeannie Gossett, Volunteer Coordinator, presents Debbie Biggerstaff the "In as much as you have done unto the least of these" award for her volunteer service at Wabash Christian Supportive Living.

Riley and Rachael Peyton (The Peyton Sisters) provided the featured entertainment at Wabash Christian Village's annual Evening of Appreciation.

Susan Roberts (center right) accompanied by Cathleen Garner (lt.) Supportive Living Manager; Andrea May, Administrator; Carol Smith, Susan's mother; Susan; Mike Fields, Chaplain; and Sandra Bryant, Executive Director, as she received the 2019 Dr. Phillippe Leadership Aware in St. Louis at the Thrive Conference.

 

 

Norris City Quilt Guild Offers Beginning Quilting Classes

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The Norris City Quilt Guild met on November 7 at 6:30 p.m. with approximately 30 women in attendance. A small meal consisting of pizza, appetizers and refreshments was served. Old business included charity donations. The silent auction held in October raised $640.00. VFW Post #106 received $136.00 as well as the charity, Hungry Hearts. A thank you note was shared from Hungry Hearts.

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4-H Members Praised for Outstanding Work at Evening of Excellence

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The Blue Ribbon 4-H Club of Enfield received the Club of the Year Award, which was sponsored by the White County Farm Bureau.

A year of work was rewarded Saturday, November 2, at the annual 4-H Evening of Excellence Achievement Awards Night held at the Norris City High School in Norris City. Members and clubs received medals, prizes, and honors for their work completed September 2018 through August 2019. Every one of the 148 members of 4-H was called individually on stage to receive their awards.

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