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Community announcements for March 21
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American Legion Post 164 in Pembroke is selling jumbo Vidalia onions for delivery in mid April to early May. Ten pounds bags are $8 and 25 pounds bags are $15. These are genuine Vidalia onions from Ray Farms. Call B.J. Clark at 653-4958 or Ernie Mitchell at 653-7970 to order. Revenue is used to support the local post, veterans and related activities.
 
Youth revival 
Bryan Neck Missionary Baptist Church in Richmond Hill will hold a one-night youth revival at 7 p.m. Friday. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Terrance C. riley of Fairmount Baptist Church in Savannah. Everyone is invited. For more information call 727-2163 or email bryanneckmbc1@hotmail.com.
 
Rock on the Hill benefit
A concert to raise support and donations for Garrett McGuire will take place on Saturday from 2 to 11 p.m. at J. F. Gregory Park. The concert will feature a variety of bands ranging from Christian rock and praise to scream-o. Food will also be available at the event.
There is a $5 cover charge. Adults and police presence will be on site.
Garrett is a 19-year old Richmond Hill High School graduate who was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. He is currently undergoing chemotherapy treatment and waiting a bone marrow transplant.
 
Kangeter family reunion
The Kangeter family reunion will be held Saturday at the W.W. Mann Center in Brooklet. Friends and family of the late Henry and Susanna Kangeter are invited to attend. Music and games begin at 2 p.m., a covered dish meal starts at 6:30 p.m. For more information, call Melinda at 663-6574.
 
See Spot Run 5K
The 7th annual See Spot Run 5K run/walk is Saturday at J.F. Gregory Park. The event is Bryan Animal Caregivers largest fundraiser and funds the low-cost spay and neuter program, which has helped sterlize over 7,000 domestic and feral animals in Bryan County since 2003. Bring dogs on leash with proof of current rabies vaccination. Runners and walkers without dogs also welcome. There will be awards and a raffle. The run begins promptly at 9 a.m. For more information, call 727-2694 or visit www.bryanac.org.
 
Sheep to shawl festival
The Sheep to Shawl Festival will be held at Oatland Island Wildlife Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. This springtime festival features the shearing of Oatland’s sheep and demonstrations by the Fiber Guild of the Savannahs.
For more information call (912) 395-1500 or visit www.oatlandisland.org for a complete schedule of activities.

Eliazbeth’s Attic
St. Elizabeth’s Attic in Richmond Hill is having an open house from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday to mark its two year anniversary and thank the Bryan County community. For more information, call St. Elizabeth’s Epsicopal Church at 727-2664.  

Skin cancer spot check
The Georgia Skin and Cancer Clinic will host a free skin spot check at its Richmond Hill location from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday.
Dr. Sidney Smith will donate $5 per person that has an exam to the Freeman Project, SMA Angels or Forever 4 Change (Sydney Sanders Foundation). Spot check recipients will choose the charity. Music, food and bounce houses for children will also be available.
For more information or to set up an appointment, call 756-4722.

Support high school soccer
32 Degrees Yogurt is hosting a fundraiser for the Richmond Hill High School soccer program from 4 to 9 p.m. March 29. Varsity boys and girls players will be on hand to help serve and work for tips. 32 Degrees Yogurt also will donate a percentage of all sales to the boys and girls soccer teams. For more information, email RHHS.StrikerBoosters@yahoo.com.
 
PCC fundraiser March 31
Pembroke Christian Church will host its annual Pork Steak Dinner on March 31 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinners are $7 each. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call the church office at 653-2457. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. until noon.
 
Wildcat Classic
The 4th Annual Wildcat Classic is from 5 to 9  p.m. on March 31 at the RHRA Gym on Timber Trail. The game will include former Wildcat basketball players. Proceeds will go to the Richmond Hill Recreation Association and senior scholarships at Richmond Hill High School.
 
Fundraiser for RHMS
Richmond Hill Middle School will be selling chicken dinners on March 31 to benefit the school’s athletic programs. Dinners consist of half a grilled chicken, green beans, potato or pasta salad, tea and a roll. The cost is $10 per dinner. Cheerleaders also will be selling baked goods during the event.
For more information call RHMS at 756-5130.
 
Pet event
Everyone is invited to bring their pet dogs to a “Doggy Easter Bonnet Event” at PawParrzii, 11408 Ford Avenue, from 1 to 3 p.m. March 31. Best Easter bonnet prize, Easter goody bag hunt , photo sessions and more.. There is a $1 admission donation to the Humane Society. For more information call 756-8807
 
Film maker to discuss Colonial Cemetery
On Thursday, April 5, at 7 p.m., in the Richmond Hill Museum, the Richmond Hill Historical Society is pleased to present noted historian, journalist, and film maker Michael Jordan. Jordan will be discussing Colonial Cemetery in Savannah. The cemetery, a long standing hub of activity and vessel of local history is a fascinating subject. The public is welcome and there is no charge.
For more information, call 756-3697.
  
Free trash day at landfill
There will be a free trash day April 7 at the Mill Creek Landfill in Ellabell from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
All bulk items and yard waste will be accepted at no charge. Automobile tires will be accepted, but are limited to four per person.
Household garbage, wet paint, chemicals, oil and tractor and semi truck tires are not accepted.
For more information, call 964-2211
 
Volunteers  needed

The Bryan County Senior Centers are in need of volunteers to deliver meals to homebound clients from 10 a.m. to noon Monday-Friday in the Richmond Hill and Pembroke areas.
For more information, contact Brenda Garrett at 756-2783 in the Richmond Hill area or Kathy Sauls at 653-4480 in the Pembroke area.
 
Legion meets in Pembroke
American Legion Post 164 meets the second Tuesday of Each Month at 8 p.m. at the Post home, located on Highway 280 about a half mile west of Harvey’s Grocery store. All veterans are invited to attend.
 
Committee  meeting
The Bryan County Board of Commissioners will hold a committee meeting to discuss the septic tank portion of the county’s water and sewer ordinance.
The meeting will be held March 26 at 4 p.m. at the county fire station located off of Highway 204.
All commissioners’ meetings are open to the public. Persons with disabilities who plan to attend and need special assistance should call 653-3839.

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