Category: Community Calendar

Your Community Needs You
Have you been looking for a way to really help people in your community? We might just have the opportunity for you.
The State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP)/Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is a statewide program that provides free and objective counseling and assistance to people with questions or problems regarding Medicare and other related health insurance. SHIP/SMP answers questions about: Original Medicare; Advantage Plans; Prescription Drug Plans; Supplements; Medicare Fraud and Abuse; Medicare Covered Preventive Services; being under 65 and having Medicare; financial assistance with Medicare premiums; deductibles and copays and much more.
We are in the process of recruiting new volunteers.
A Volunteer training class will be held on Wednesday, March 8 and Thursday, March 9 at the Coffee County Senior Citizens Center in Tullahoma, TN. 410 N. Collins St. Potential volunteers must attend both sessions from 8:30a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Our goal is to get volunteers trained to go out into their own communities into senior centers, assisted living facilities, churches, health fairs, etc. to make a real difference in people’s lives.
If you would like to attend the volunteer training classes please contact us to register. With the exception of licensed insurance agents, anyone can be a SHIP volunteer. [You do not have to attend alone, couples or groups of friends are welcome.]
SHIP is funded through grant number 90SA0096-01 from the U.S. Administration on Community Living, Dept of Health & Human Services.
Toll-Free 1-877-801-0044 or 931-379-2948
Email: mdavid@sctdd.org or FAX: 931-379-2685

Sunday February 19th at the 11AM Service

The Group ‘By Faith” will be performing

Everyone is welcome to attend

Hillcrest Baptist Church  – Woodbury Hwy – Manchester TN

The Coffee County Central High School baseball team will be holding an Alumni Game on March 11th at Powers Field at 2:30 PM. Any former Coffee County player is encouraged to sign up to participate. Each former player is asked to register online at: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1lvl2L6TFGkYf9NE3W2jxNnFAFIN4NLFUscCiw0PFGRw/edit?usp=sharing
Coast to participate is $10 which will cover the cost of the t-shirts. Any additional money raised will go to benefit the Williams J Myers Foundation. Members of the Williams J. Myers foundation will also be on hand so sign up to register at the link given.

The Coffee County baseball team coaches and players will be hosting a players’ clinic. The clinic is for kids between the ages of 8 to 15 and each camper will receive age appropriate hands on instruction in all aspects of the game. The clinic will be on Powers Field and in the Crethan Hansert Hitting Facility at Coffee County Central High School. The camp will run from 9:30 AM to 1 PM.
Campers are asked to bring a bat, glove, tennis shoes, cleats, hat and a batting helmet to the camp. Cost is $20 per camper in advance and $25 the day of the camp. Any sibling that wants to also attend can get in at half price. Concessions will be available on the day of the camp. To register, print out the form below and mail it to: Coffee County Central High School Baseball Boosters, PO Box 496, Manchester, TN 37349 BEFORE March 3rd. If you have questions, please contact Chris Langham at ctlua37@gmail.com or 931.247.2629 with any questions.

Manchester City Schools

Kindergarten
Orientation

College Street Elementary School – Feb. 8, 2017, 3:15
Westwood Elementary School – Feb. 15, 2017, 3:15

Who should attend?
Parents and Guardians of children entering Kindergarten

Why attend?
To learn about the requirements for your child to enter Kindergarten

Questions?
Contact Dana Morris, (931) 728-2316, Ext. 2012

4th SUNDAY COFFEE COUNTY

CHURCH OF CHRIST SINGING

HICKERSON CHURCHOF CHRIST

February 26,2017

4566 OLD
MANCHESTER HIGHWAY

TULLAHOMA,TENNESSEE 37388 TIME
2:30 TIL 3:30 PM

BREAKFAST AT SENIOR CITIZENS

810 EMERSON STREET

MANCHESTER, TENNESSEE

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2017

7 AM TIL 9:30 AM

COST $ 5

ALL ARE WELCOME

February Programs
Saturday, Feb. 4th
10:00-12:00
Grundy Forest Trail Work
Join Ranger Park at the Grundy Forest parking lot for a chance to give
back to the park you so love. With the Fiery Gizzard Reroute completed
the park can now focus on improving the other 85 miles of trail, and we
need your help! Come prepared with sturdy shoes, and plenty of water.
Meeting Address: 131 Fiery Gizzard Rd. Tracy City, TN 37387

9:30 am
Suter Falls Hike
Enjoy the geologic beauty of Suter Falls. This impressive feature marks
the head of the Collins Gulf. This is a relatively steep 2 mile round
trip hike. Meet Ranger Gheesling at the Collins West trailhead.

Sunday, Feb. 5th

8:00 a.m.

Join Ranger Aaron at the Stone Door parking lot for a moderate 7-mile
trail run. We will run past the Great Stone Door and many other overlooks
on the Big Creek Rim trail. Runners must be able to keep at least a 12
min/mile pace. Wear trail shoes and bring a water bottle. For more
information call the Stone Door Ranger Station at (931) 692-3887.

Grundy Lakes Trail Work
Join Ranger Park at the Grundy Lakes parking lot for a chance to give
back to the park you so love. With the Fiery Gizzard Reroute completed
the park can now focus on improving the other 85 miles of trail, and we
need your help! Come prepared with sturdy shoes, and plenty of water.
Meeting Address: 587 Lakes Rd. Tracy City, TN 37387

Friday, Feb. 10th
8:30 am
Trail Run, Savage Day Loop
Like to run with others? Ranger Gheesling welcomes runners of all levels
for this 4.2 mile run along the relatively flat, but exciting and scenic,
Savage Day Loop. Meet at the Savage Gulf Ranger Station.

1:00 pm
Grundy Forest Ecology (2 mi, Moderate)
Join Ranger Park at the Grundy Forest parking lot for a moderate e 2 mile
walk around the Grundy Day Loop to investigate the winter ecology of the
region. You may be surprised to see all the forms of life that not only
survive, but thrive in the colder temperatures! Please wear sturdy
footwear and bring water.
Meeting Address: 131 Fiery Gizzard Rd. Tracy City

Saturday, Feb. 11th
9:00 am
Small Wilds Hike (5 miles, Moderate)
Join Ranger Park at the Foster Falls parking lot for a moderate 5 mile
hike out to view the GORGEous Laurel Gorge! Come ready for beautiful
panoramic views and towering cliffs, so bring a camera. Please wear
sturdy shoes, bring plenty of water, and dress for the weather.
Meeting Address: 498 Foster Falls Rd. Sequatchie, TN 37374

9:30 am
Savage Falls Hike
The destination is Savage Falls for this 4 mile round-trip hike. The
30-foot waterfall marks the head of Savage Creek Gulf. This is a
relatively flat, easy hike. Meet Ranger Gheesling at Savage Ranger
Station.

1:00 p.m.

Stone Door Hike

Sunday, Feb. 12th
8:00 am

Winter Trees- Trees can be pretty hard to identify in the wintertime. If
you want some easy ID tips come out to the Grundy Lakes parking lot and
meet Ranger Jason for a moderate two-mile tree hike.

1:00 pm
Hike to Sycamore Falls (3.1 mi)
Join with Ranger Park at the Grundy Forest parking lot for a moderate 3.1
mile hike to Sycamore Falls. With numerous waterfalls and winding trails
this hike is sure to not disappoint! Please wear sturdy shoes as the
terrain is rocky with lots of roots.

Tues Feb 14th 1:00 pm CST

Sunday, February 19, 2017

8:00 a.m.

Join Ranger Aaron at the Stone Door parking lot for a moderate 7-mile
trail run. We will run past the Great Stone Door and many other overlooks
on the Big Creek Rim trail. Runners must be able to keep at least a 12
min/mile pace. Wear trail shoes and bring a water bottle. For more
information call the Stone Door Ranger Station at (931) 692-3887.

Sunday, Feb. 26th
2-3:30 pm
Grundy Forest Trail Work
Join Ranger Park at the Grundy Forest parking lot for a chance to give
back to the park you so love. With the Fiery Gizzard Reroute completed
the park can now focus on improving the other 85 miles of trail, and we
need your help! Come prepared with sturdy shoes, and plenty of water.
Meeting Address: 131 Fiery Gizzard Rd. Tracy City, TN 37387

Park Greer
Park Ranger 2, TN State Parks
South Cumberland State Park
423 534 6552
charles.greer@tn.gov

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Subject: January Programs

Good morning and Merry Christmas! There are a lot of programs this month.
Let me know if you have any questions about the schedule.

Thanks!

(Taylan, let me know when you get these entered, please)

January 2017 Programs

Sunday, January 1st

New Year, New Trail, Hike at Denny Cove (
The hike will be an approximately 4 mile round trip that will include
some very rugged terrain. Bring plenty of water and dress for the
weather. The entrance to Denny Cove is located approximately 2 miles
south of the Foster Falls entrance and is across the street from the
Foster Falls Volunteer Fire Department building (5900 US 41, Sequatchie,
TN). We will meet at 10 am in the Denny Cove parking lot. To find the
lot, turn down the gravel road across from the fire department. The lot
is located approximately one mile from the highway on the right side of
the Denny access road.
Please call the Visitor Center at (931) 924-2980 for additional information.

Join Ranger Jessie McNeel on a 5.5 mile moderate hike to see one of
Savage Gulf’s many waterfalls, Savage Falls, and also get a chance to see
the scenic Rattle Snake Point overlook as well. This will be a moderate
hike so please wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water and
snacks. Weather is unpredictable this time of year so please take a look
at the forecast ahead of time and dress for the weather!
Meeting Address: 3177 Hwy 399 Palmer, TN 37365

Friday, January 6th
1:00 p.m.
Small Wilds Hike (5 miles, easy)
Join Ranger Park at the Foster Falls parking lot for an easy 5 mile out
and back hike to see one of the more sweeping views on the Fiery Gizzard
Trail. Please wear sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water.
Meeting Address: 498 Foster Falls Rd. Sequatchie, TN 37374

Saturday, January 7th

10:00 a.m.

Stone Door Hike

Meeting Location: 1183 Stone Door Rd. Beersheba Springs TN, 37305

10:30-11:00 am
Book Worms

Meeting Address: 3177 Hwy 399 Palmer, TN 37365

2:00 pm
Natural Bridge Geology

Meeting Location: 591 Natural Bridge Rd. Sewanee, TN 37376

Sunday, January 8th

Grundy Forest Trail Work
Join Ranger Park at the Grundy Forest parking lot for a chance to give
back to the park you so love. With the Fiery Gizzard Reroute completed
the park can now focus on improving the other 85 miles of trail, and we
need your help! Come prepared with sturdy shoes, and plenty of water.
Meeting Address: 131 Fiery Gizzard Rd. Tracy City, TN 37387

Saturday, January 14th
9:30 am
Suter Falls Hike
Enjoy the geologic beauty of Suter Falls. This impressive feature marks
the head of the Collins Gulf. This is a relatively steep 2 mile round
trip hike. Meet Ranger Gheesling at the Collins West trailhead.
Meeting Address: 2689 55th Ave. Gruettli-Laager 37339

10:00 am
Hiking Through History (1.3 miles, moderate)
Meet Ranger Park at the Grundy Lakes parking lot for a look into the
turbulent past of the coal mining industry that created much of the
region by hiking a moderate 2.3 miles. Our history is full of tragedy and
comedy so come on out with a healthy curiosity to learn more! Please wear
sturdy shoes and bring plenty of water.
Meeting Address: 587 Lakes Road, Tracy City, TN 37387

Sunday, January 15th
10:00 am
Greeter Falls Loop (1.5 mile, moderate)

Meeting Location: 550 Greeter Falls Rd. Altamont, TN 37301

1:30 pm
Savage Slide Show
Enjoy a good, old-fashioned, vintage slide show featuring the flora,
fauna, and features of Savage Gulf Natural Area. It’s show time at the
Savage Ranger Station!
Meeting Address: 3177 Hwy 399 Palmer, TN 37365

2:00 pm
Grundy Lakes Trail Work
Join Ranger Park at the Grundy Lakes parking lot for a chance to give
back to the park you so love. With the Fiery Gizzard Reroute completed
the park can now focus on improving the other 85 miles of trail, and we
need your help! Come prepared with sturdy shoes, and plenty of water.
Meeting Address: 587 Lakes Rd. Tracy City, TN 37387

Saturday, January 21st
9:30 am
Savage Falls Hike
The destination is Savage Falls for this 4 mile round-trip hike. The
30-foot waterfall marks the head of Savage Creek Gulf. This is a
relatively flat, easy hike. Meet Ranger Gheesling at Savage Ranger
Station.
Meeting Address: 3177 Hwy 399 Palmer, TN 37365

2:00 p.m.

Nature Hike – Greeter Falls

Meet Ranger Aaron at the Greeter Falls parking lot for a moderate 2-mile
hike around the Greeter Falls Loop trail. We will be hiking past both
Greeter Falls and Boardtree Falls, two of the most beautiful waterfalls
on the Plateau. Bring water/snack, and wear sturdy shoes.

10:00 am
Suter Falls (1 mile, moderate)

Meeting Address: 2689 55th Ave. Gruettli-Laager 37339

Sunday, January 22nd
2:00 pm
Natural Bridge Geology

Meeting Location: 591 Natural Bridge Rd. Sewanee, TN 37376

Saturday, January 28th
7:00 pm
New Moon Astronomy (Weather Dependent)
Join Ranger Park at the Visitor Center for an opportunity to gaze into
the night sky. If it is rainy or cloudy the program will be rescheduled,
but if not, then come prepared to study the stars, planets, and other
heavenly bodies. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight (preferably
one with a red light).
Meeting Address: 11745 US 41 Monteagle, TN 37356

Sunday, January 29th
1:00 pm
Grundy Forest Ecology (2 miles, moderate)
Join Ranger Park at the Grundy Forest parking lot for a moderate e 2 mile
walk around the Grundy Day Loop to investigate the winter ecology of the
region. You may be surprised to see all the forms of life that not only
survive, but thrive in the colder temperatures! Please wear sturdy
footwear and bring water.
Meeting Address: 131 Fiery Gizzard Rd. Tracy City

Hope Outreach Free Dinner

Tuesday, February 28 6 p.m.

(At Trinity Baptist Church, 1513 McArthur St.)

Hope House Open

1517 McArthur St.

Thursday, February 2 (10 a.m. till 12 p.m.)

Thursday, February 9 (4-6 p.m.)

Thursday, February 16 (10 a.m. till 12 p.m.)

Saturday, February 25 (10 a.m. till 12 p.m.)

Clothing, food, and other supplies available. Haircuts will only be offered
on the Saturday outreach. All other supplies will be available at all
outreach days. Households can only receive supplies once a month.

WITH HOPE IN MIND WORKSHOPS AND SUPPORT GROUPS

A free comprehensive series of eight workshops is designed specifically for
family members and friends of persons affected with mental illnesses
(Bipolar, Depression, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxieties,
Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective and coexisting disorders such as substance
abuse). If you are a parent, spouse, sibling, adult child or friend of
someone who has a serious mental illness, these workshops are designed for
you. Through WITH HOPE IN MIND, you will be offered information on
symptoms, emotional support, tips for self-care, coping skills, problem
management and hope.
When: Monday February 6- Monday, March 27, 2017
6:30-8:30 pm
MANCHESTER, TN 37355
PLEASE RESPOND TO 931-596-4255 AFTER SIX OR 931-841-8300 OR
sgeorge31360@gmail.com
CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED SO PLEASE CALL EARLY!