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Horoscopes for week of April 13-19
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Impatience is still somewhat of a problem. But a sign of progress should soothe the anxious Aries heart. Meanwhile, invest some of that waiting time in preparing for the change ahead.
Coalition fights substance abuse
Protecting our children and our communities from the risks of drug and alcohol abuse is a full-time job.
Jeanette Orr answers Proust questionnaire
Jeanette Orr, president of the Autism Support Corner, faces the questions this week: 1. What do you feel is your greatest achievement? My greatest achievement in life was earning my bachelor's degree in criminal justice while working full time and being a single mother. Anything is possible if you want it badly enough! 2. What, to you, is perfect happiness? To me, perfect happiness is having my family together. This is perfect happiness when your ...
The next 7 days from April 13
April 14: Bryan Animal Caregivers meeting – Join this local non-profit, which helps to provide low-cost spaying and neutering for cats and dogs, at their monthly meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Richmond Hill Public Library to learn how you can get involved. Volunteers are needed to answer phones, help out at fundraising events and more. For more information, visit www.bryanac.org.
Raising funds bonds father, son
Fifth-grader Justin "Jet" Jeffery and his father, Maj. John F. Jeffery of the U.S. Army, have collaborated in a unique service effort.
Kermit Griffin answers Proust questionnaire
Kermit Griffin, director and executive chef at Richmond Hill City Center, got to answer this week's questions:
The next 7 days from April 6
April 7: Richmond Hill Historical Society meeting – Learn about Civil War-era Savannah at this month's meeting with a presentation by author Barry Sheehy and historian Laurie Ross. Meeting is free and open to the public, and will take place at the museum at 7 p.m. For more information, please call 756-3697.
Group fosters reading in community
Sometimes, when life gets difficult, we get by with a little help from our friends. In times of economic uncertainty, Richmond Hill Public Library turns to Friends of the Library (FOL). "We touch base and work with (library manager) Kate Barker in identifying needs that the library has that are not being met through their normal budgetary process," said Susan Johnson, president of Friends of the Library. "Then we kind of supplement in any way ...
Cool cats bring hot rods
Magnolia Manor hosted its "Hot Rods and Cool Cats" event on Saturday, featuring classic cars and activities for the whole family.
The next 7 days from March 30
April 1-2: Relay for Life – Support those with cancer and raise awareness and funds to fight it at Relay for Life of Richmond Hill. The 24 hour event, which will feature food, games and more, will take place from 7 p.m. April 1 to 7 a.m. April 2 at J.F. Gregory Park. All proceeds go to the American Cancer Society. For more information, call Jessica Seagle at 355-5196.
Garden club singles out yard
The Richmond Hill Garden Club chose this yard at 45 Dunham Marsh Parkway as its Yard of the Month for March. The landscaping was designed and planted by owners Derek and Amanda Pommerenck, who received a donated gift certificate to Tim and Dave's Nursery.
Water for the world
On Saturday morning, the front lot of Coastal Community Christian Church was flooded with volunteers, cars, water and suds.
Karen Rogers answers Proust questionnaire
Karen Rogers, president of Bryan Animal Caregivers, faces this week's probing questions: 1. What do you feel is your greatest achievement? Going back to school. 2. What, to you, is perfect happiness? Seeing your children go from good kids to great adults. 3. What one material possession would you save in the event of a fire (assuming your family was safe)? As long as the pets are included as family, my next thing would be ...
The next 7 days from March 23
March 24: "Picasso for a Night" – Learning to paint can be fun with these classes hosted by artist, Carol Hartley. Paint "Marsh View with Sailboats" (see photo) with step-by-step instruction. Class takes place from 6:30-9:30 p.m. at St. Elizabeth Parish Hall (16491 Hwy. 144 East). For details or to register, visit www.picassoforanight.com or call 659-0098.
Students run Carver News Network
It's just after 8 a.m. on a Monday at George Washington Carver Elementary School.
Articles by Section - Life on the Hill
Savannah Tech helping preserve Bryan history
The Richmond Hill History Museum isn't shabby per se. In fact, it's in much better condition than one might expect given it once housed a bevy of kindergarteners in the 1940s and '50s, and later the office workers of a bustling paper company. Sure, it needs a shiny new coat of paint, and yes, the chimney happens to be a tad leaky. Even the tightest of ships needs a little upkeep every now and then.
Proust questionnaire: Sarah Volker
Sarah Volker, president of the Richmond Hill Historical Society, faced the questions this week:
The next 7 days
June 14: Teen night under the stars - Jump N' Jacks offers a night of movies, music and dancing for Bryan County teens from 7:30-11 p.m. each Friday. Kids of all ages are welcome for pizza, soda, movies and games. The cost is $20 for admission and includes pizza, soda and a $10 game card.
A journey in the world of jujitsu
Eight year-old Richmond Hill resident Emma Williamson has spent the last three years learning the art of jujitsu in hopes of earning her junior black belt.
She's got a passion for fitness
"Get your mind right and your body will follow."
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