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The Millington Quilters Guild hosted their annual quilt show on Saturday, March 29 at Baker Community Center. A wide variety of the organization’s handy work was on display. In addition to the many quilts – pillows, bags and other items which are part of the organization’s charity work also were on display. Louise Cummings, Doris Young and Bobbie Lulloff who quilt every Wednesday at New Salem Cumberland Presbyterian Church stopped by to see the show. Guild member Pat Mashour with one of her quilts on display at the show.
Month of April
Millington Airport Authority Board of Commissioners Meetings are scheduled at 3:30 p.m. every third Tuesday at Millington Regional Jetport. For more information, call 873-5796.
Jordan’s Thrifts, Gifts & Java located at 6646 Highway 51 North by Plantation Oaks Hotel will be starting classes on Jan. 6 from 6-8 p.m. for the following classes: Domestic Violence, Shelter from the Storm (Overcoming Sexual Abuse) and Celebrate Recovery (Overcoming Addictions). For more information, call one of these women to sign up as space is limited Lisa Tennyson at 828-2189 or Lainie Hale at 488-0268.
Sunday morning worship service at West Union Cumberland Presbyterian Church, located at 3099 West Union Road is held at 11 a.m. For more information, call 876-5757 ext 3.
Tops (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) meets on Fridays from 9-11 a.m. at Millington Community Center. Come join the group to have fun. For more information, call Doris Landerman at 573-8536.
The Exchange Club of Millington meets at Old Timer’s Restaurant in Millington at noon every second and fourth Wednesday of the month. Guest are always welcomed. For more information, call 872-8888.
The Understanding Grief Series I presents free worksheets on surviving grief during the holidays or any time of year. For more information, visit www.chriswmason.com or call C.W. Mason at 743-7705.
City of Munford, The recycling container is located at the south end of Haddad’s Department Store parking lot on Crigger Circle. Only newsprint, corrugated cardboard and plastics are collected at this site. Additional materials are collected at the Tipton County Recycling Center located at the landfill on Highway 51. Computers may be recycled free of charge at Expertek, 70 Munford Avenue.
April 17
The National Active & Retired Federal EmployeesAssociation, Chapter 1382 meeting will be held at noon, Thursday at Old Timers Restaurant in Millington. For more information, call Carolyn Cribbis at 413-7123.
April 19 Kidz Easter Celebration Egg Hunt will be held April 19 at 1 p.m. for ages infant to 10. The event will be held at Munford Baptist Church located at 1253 Munford Avenue rain or shine. For more information, call 837-6325. April 22
Free identity theft workshop to be held on Tuesday from 8:30-10 a.m. at Munford City Hall. To register, e-mail [email protected] or call 837-4600.
The Millington Library Boosters will have their next meeting on Tuesday at 5:45 p.m. in the meeting room at the library. For more information, call Bitha Luze at 872-3635.
April 25
The Millington Central High School Backyard BBQ Contest (2 Man Teams) will be held April 26. There is an entry fee per category (hamburger, pork, chicken and best booth. Set up will be April 25 after 5 p.m. All proceeds will go to the MCHS Basketball team. For more information, call Brad Cross at 496-9525.
April 26
Millington Public Library Board will meet at the Library April 26 starting at 6 p.m. For more information, call Chairperson Karla Hornsby at 873-8165.
St. Annes Episcopal Church will be holding their annual Attic Treasures & Plant Sale on Saturday from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Incredible bargains on gently worn clothing, furniture, houswares, knick knacks, books and toys. Plants range from small seedlings to beautiful potted plants. St. Annes is located at 4063 Sykes Road in Millington.
PAMPER ME PINK – “Be Aware … Show You Care”
Every woman needs a day to pamper herself. Join UT Extension and team up Tennessee partners to raise awareness of breast and cervical cancer on Saturday, April 26. This free event, held at the city of Munford Community Room in the back of Regions Bank at 86 South Tipton Street, will include beauty tips, mammograms, health screenings, massages, door prizes and entertainment for kids, plus a free gift to the first 50 participants. Additional vendors are being sought at this time to participate in this health fair to provide information, mini-pampering sessions, health screenings, food, games and activities, or arts and crafts. For additional information on vendor participation, contact Priscilla Eddins, UT Extension Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent, at 476-0231 or [email protected].
Month of May
If anyone is nterested in joining Millington’s Relay for Life and support the American Cancer Society, contact Cathy Pike. The group needs teams – entertainment and vendors this year. Day of the main event is May 17 at Aycock Park in Millington. Event will be held from noon until midnight this year. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will move the event inside. For more information, call 355-9903
May 1
The National Day of Prayer “Pray for America: In His Name The Nations Will Put Their Home,” will be held May 1 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Harvell Civic Center located at 8977 Wilkinsville Road in Millington. Welcome and opening remarks will be by Millington Mayor Terry Jones. For more information call 873-5770 or contact CK Reece at [email protected].
May 1
The National Day of Prayer “Pray for America: In His Name The Nations Will Put Their Home,” will be held May 1 from noon to 1 p.m. at the Harvell Civic Center located at 8977 Wilkinsville Road in Millington. Welcome and opening remarks will be by Millington Mayor Terry Jones. For more information call 873-5770 or contact CK Reece at [email protected].
May 3
Atoka Pack 60 Cub Scouts Rummage Sale Fundraiser will be held May 3 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Atoka United Methodist Church located at 609 Atoka-Munford Road. The local cub scout group is having a group rummage sale to raise money for the scouts and their activities. Along with a “charity” auction on homemade chairs designed by the scouts at 11 a.m.
May 15
On Thursday, the Dixie Echoes will be in concert at Grace Baptist Church of Rosemark. The singing will begin at 7 p.m. No admission will be charged, but a love offering will be taken up. The church is located at 9171Brunswick Road in Rosemark. For more information, call 829-4621.
Month of May
If anyone is nterested in joining Millington’s Relay for Life and support the American Cancer Society, contact Cathy Pike. The group needs teams – entertainment and vendors this year. Day of the main event is May 17 at Aycock Park in Millington. Event will be held from noon until midnight this year. If the weather doesn’t cooperate, we will move the event inside. For more information, call 355-9903
This Summer
NFL Pro Bowler and Carolina Panther star Greg Hardy is returning back to his hometown this summer for the I Go Hardy Camp for boys and girls. The football camp will be held July 12 for ages 6-17. The football camp is limited to 275. And there will be a cheerleading mini-camp for ages 6-12 that same day. The space there is limited to 25 spots. The camp will be held at Aycock Park with registration at 8 a.m. Then the camp will start at 9 a.m. and be completed at 2 p.m. Register at www.greghardyjr.com.
