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Ellis Chapel Baptist Church Trip
The Ellis Chapel Baptist Church in Haddock, invites the public to join in a trip to Noah’s Ark, Williamstown, KY on Sept. 19-21.
The price is $255.00 and includes bus ride (C&H Bus lines), tickets to the Ark and a meal. Money is due by Aug. 24. For more information, contact Lizzie Hardy at 478-491-4376 or Carolyn Shinholster at 478-234-4501.
Salem AME Church
Salem AME Church, 115 Holloman Road, will hold their annual Homecoming Celebration on Sunday, Aug. 17, at 2:00 p.m.
Minister Kelvin Broadus from Loganville, GA will be the guest speaker.
The Mount Salem Missionary Baptist Church
The Mount Salem Missionary Baptist Church at 159 Cleveland Street, Gray, invites you to join them as they celebrate their 139th Church Anniversary, Aug.
24, at 2:00 pm. The guest speaker will be Rev. Wilbur Green and The New Damascus Baptist Church.
White Chapel AME Church
White Chapel AME Church, 2370 Old Hwy. 11, Round Oak, will be celebrating their annual Homecoming on Sunday, Aug.
17, at 2 p.m. Rev. Johnny Sanders & the Flipper Chapel AME Church family of Milledgeville, will be guest. Dinner will be served. For more information, call 478-9864281.
Greater Jordan Chapel AME Church
Greater Jordan Chapel A.M.E.
Church invites you to their Living Legacy Worship Service on Sunday, Aug. 17, at 9:00 a.m.
They will honor members 80 years and older for their steadfast dedication, faithful service, and lasting contributions to both the church and the community.
State of the Community meeting
Aug. 28 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Butler Hall. Tickets are $25.
The State of the Community is an informative event designed to provide residents with a comprehensive overview of developments across Jones County. Leaders from various sectors—including local government, education, public safety, economic development, and community services—will share updates on current projects, future initiatives, and ongoing efforts that impact the county’s growth and well-being.
Benefit for Califf High School
The Maggie Califf High School Alumni Association will host a Gospel Fest at Mt. Salem Baptist Church on Cleveland Street in Gray, Saturday, Aug.
16,from4-6p.m. Performers will include local church choirs, duets, soloists, and quartets.
Admission to the program is free, but a donation will be requested from attendees. Come enjoy this musical extravaganza.
Jones County Hunter Education Class
The GA Department of Natural Resources will be conducting a free required hunter safety class Saturday, Aug. 16, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Jones County Fire Station 5 in Wayside. All supplies are provided, and no cost required.
Sign up for the class on the DNR website https://georgiawildlife. com/hunting/huntereducation and click on FIND AND SIGN UP for the class under FREE COURSES. You must create an account if you don’t have one. For questions or concerns, contact 706-476-3200 or email mdsteed@live.com. Bring something to drink, lunch not provided, but options available at a small cost.
JC Lions Club Fair
The Jones County Lions Club Fair will be Sept. 9-13. Tuesday through Friday, open 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, open 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Armbands - Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday $20; Friday and Saturday, $25.
Admission - $5 for adults and $2 for students.
CASA volunteer training
Ocmulgee Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) will hold their fall New Volunteer Training from 1-4 p.m. each day on: September 17 – Orientation; Wednesday, Sept. 24, Chapters 1-2; Monday, Sept. 29, Chapters 3-4; Monday, October 6, Chapters 5-6; Wednesday, October 8, Chapters 7-8; Wednesday, October 15, - CPRS All sessions will be held at the Putnam County Administration Building, 117 Putnam Drive, Eatonton. For more information, please call 478-452-9170.
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MEETINGS
• TheFederatedGardenClub of Gray meets monthly on the first Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at Bradley Baptist Church with the exception of May and December. Members discuss participation in upcoming events in the area and projects beautifying our community. Visitors are welcome to attend. For information, call 478-986-8898.
• BibleStudyatJarocho’sMexican Restaurant each Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. All invited.
• BradleyBaptistChurchwillhave Sunday services at 9:00 and 11:00 a.m. Drive-in services can tune to 89.1 for both services. Sunday school will be at 10 a.m.
• TheJCHSFFAAlumniChapter meets the second Monday of every month at 6:30 p.m. inside the JCHS lunchroom.
Membership is open to anyone, even if they were not a former FFA member.
