NEWS BRIEFS
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Community Garden – “Just a reminder as spring approaches, we in Marion have a community garden. There is both a Facebook page and a regular web site for those who aren’t on Facebook. Really hoping 2020 can be the year of putting the “community” in Community Garden. We already have 7 rows of potatoes, onions, tulips, garlic, strawberries, peas and asparagus planted as well as a 2nd year Fig tree and new plum, apple, and cherry trees. The handicap accessible area is in the works as well.” – David Corbett, Community Gardens. Find out more at https://www. cccgardens.com/.
Steudlein Fish Fry – The annual Steudlein Learning Center Fish Fry fundraiser will be Friday, March 20, from 5 to 7 p.m. Drive-thru and pick-up orders only. $12 per plate. Ticket must be presented when you pick up your plate. Drop by the office as Steudlein to purchase tickets. Proceeds will benefit Steudlein Learning Center students. Special thanks to Tacker’s Shake Shack. Steudlein is located at 207 Balfour Rd., in West Memphis.
Caregiver Conference 2020 – The National Tourism & Heritage Association presents “Caregiver Conference 2020” on Thursday, March 26, at the West Memphis Civic Center, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.. Free Breakfast and Lunch are provided. This Educational Conference is for the General Public, Public Officials, Elected Officials, Agency Affiliates, Pastors, Church members, Social Organizations, Greek Letter Organizations, Civic Organizations, Health Officials and Medical Personnel, Biker Groups, Homemakers, Business Owners, Caregivers, Senior Citizen Centers, Senior Villages, those who have been Caregiver’s as well as those who may become Caregivers. We are all involved and Children to Adults are in need. There will also be information presented on the latest Health Epidemics. This is a Free Conference. Booth rental is available! Contact: Tamara Hood at 870-636-2418 or Wayne Ingram at 901-387-8267.
‘Mad Hatter’s Ball’ – The Junior Auxiliary of Crittenden County presents the Mad Hatter’s Ball Dinner and Silent Auction, Saturday, March 28, at Meadowbrook Country Club, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now for $50 each or $375 for a table of 8. Live music by Area 51 Band. Contact any JACC member or call/text 901-239-6018 for tickets or for more information.
Lions Pancake Breakfast
– The annual West Memphis Lions Pancake Breakfast on Tuesday, March 31, from 6 to 10 a.m., at the VFW Post 5225, 406 S. Avalon St., in West Memphis. Tickets are $7 for a full breakfast and beverage and can be purchased at the door. For more information or to purchase tickets, contact Cheryl Ross at (901) 568-7218.
4th Annual Marion Countryside Ride – Tour scenic Marion on your bicycle. Saturday April 4, Start time is 8:30 a.m. Choose your route: 14-mile, 30mile or 48-mile. All levels of riders are welcome. $40 registration includes lunch, swag bag and t-shirt. Visit www.marionarchamber. org or call 870-739-6041 for more information, or inquire via e-mail to Tracy Brick at tracy.brick@marionarkansas.org.
‘First Importance’ Podcast – First Baptist Church of West Memphis is proud to announce their podcast “First Importance.” Go to www.fb cwmem.org/media to choose your favorite platform and subscribe.
Families in Transition
– provides support groups for victims of domestic violence as well as teen dating violence. We also provide “Safe Dates” Adolescent Dating Abuse Prevention Curriculum to schools, youth groups and any organization focusing on youth ages 12 and up. If you are interested in attending a support group or participating in “Safe Dates”, please contact Nyya Denson at 870-732-4077. All services are provided free of charge through State and Federal funding.
