(A listing of non-profit events for The Mountain View readers)

ACTIVE DUTY LIST: Our soldiers would enjoy hearing from their hometown/county. Let them know we support and appreciate them. If you have an updated address or name to add, please contact The Mountain View office at 946-3678. We are sending each issue of the newspaper to each of these soldiers, compliments of The Mountain View staff.

Address for Kelly Yates

Let Kelly Yates hear from home. Send cards and letters to 86^th CSH Fort Campbell, KY 42223

Address for A1C Joseph N. Sullivan

Let A1C Joseph Sullivan hear from home. Send cards and letters to him at A1CSullivan, Joseph N., PSc 19108 20 W. Popson Ave. Edwards AFB, California 93524.

Address for SPC Brett Robert LaBarge Jr.

PV3 Brett Robert LaBarge Jr. can receive cards and letters at the following address: PV3. LaBarge, Brett Robert Jr. ECOFFC 2-8 Cav. Unit # 5910 APO-AE-09378 Camp Taji.

Address for SPC Gregory A. Roberts

SPC Gregory A. Roberts would enjoy receiving cards and letters from you at A Co. 1/506th TF Gladiator, Bagram, Afghanistan, APO AE 09354

Address for Sergeant First Class Patricia Bear

To contact Sergeant Bear you can write her at 11241 Childress Road, Bauxite, AK, 72011

Address for Nick Ruis

Let Nick hear from home with letters and cards. He will receive them at CMR 411 Box 3302, APO AE 09112.

Jesus is the Bread of Life Ministry

Rosco and Marie Rigsby are operating a “Bread Ministry” on Thursdays in Spencer. It opens at 9:30 and continues until all the bread has been distributed. Operating only on donations received, this ministry is in Sue’s Thrift Store on College Street in Spencer. Everyone is welcome to come by and pick up what they can use. The items vary from week to week. For more information, call 615-215-8066.

Monthly Meeting of Mountain Lodge No 766

Mountain Lodge No. 766 F & M, Spencer will meet the first Thursday of each month at 7 p.m. (behind the Burritt Memorial Library Building). All Master Masons are invited.

Assistant D.A. Schedules Meetings in VBC

Assistant D.A. Randall Gilliam will be at the Van Buren County Sheriff’s Department every second and fourth Thursday after General Sessions Court (after the lunch hour) until 4 p.m. He will be available to answer or assist with any criminal issues or procedures.

American Legion Post 207 Meeting in Spencer

The American Legion Post 207 meets every 3 rd Thursday of the month at 6 p. in the Spencer Civic Center. All veterans are invited. For more information, please call 686-7759.

Van Buren County Youth Association Basketball sign-ups

The Van Buren County Youth Association will be taking Basketball sign-ups at the Administrative building October 31, November 7, and November 14 from noon to 2:00 pm. with the cost at $25.00 per child, ages 3-18. All applications must be submitted by November 14.

Burritt College Alumni Building Opening to Public

The Burritt College Alumni Building will be open the second and fourth Fridays of every month, beginning October 9, 2009, October 23, November 13, etc… from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. each day. Everyone is welcome to stop by and visit. Also volunteer work is needed.

Gospel Singing at New Life Worship Center

There will be a gospel singing at the New Life Worship Center (on Hwy. 285 off Hwy. 30) at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 24. Singers include the Old Fashion Gospel Singers. Pastor Danny Murphy and congregation welcome everyone to attend!

Brockdell Church of God Turkey Dinner

The Brockdell Church of God will be having a Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings, Friday, October 23, from 3 p.m. until ? Adults $6, children under 10, $4. Call-in and carry-out available. Pastor David Rogers and congregation invite you to come and eat! For more information, call 423-554-3713.

The Haunted Cabin

The Theater Arts Class will present “The Haunted Cabin” on Thursday October 22, 2009 in the High school auditorium at 6:00 pm. Tickets are $3.00 in advance and $5.00 at the door . Your support is greatly appreciated.

Bluegrass Concerts on Rocky River

Bluegrass music at Rocky River presents Terry Hatfield & Friends with halftime guest Mountain Cove Bluegrass from Signal Mtn. October 24, 2009 with music beginning at 7:00 pm. and kitchen open at 5:00 pm. Admission is $5.00 for adults and children 10 and under are free. For more information call 931-686-2693, or 686-3436.

Benefit Breakfast at Rocky River CIC

Saturday, October 31, 2009 there will be a Benefit Breakfast to help with medical expenses of Patricia McCormack. Breakfast will begin at 6:00 am. till 10:00 am. and will be a full country breakfast, with drink. There will also be baked goods for sale. For more information call James or Nina Johnson at 931-686-2693or Jewell Thomison 931-686-2945.

Beautiful Christmas Craft Fair

The Christmas Craft Fair will be held November 7 th, 8:00 am. until 4:00 pm. in the Spencer Civic Center, the event will have crafts, food, baked goods and gifts. Come out and enjoy the day. For more information call 931-686-2512.

Bone Cave Turkey and Ham Supper Scheduled

The Bone Cave Community Center will be having a supper on Saturday, October 24, 2009, starting at 5:30 p.m. The menu will consist of: Turkey and Dressing, Ham, Vegetables, Salads, Rolls, Desserts, and Drinks. The cost is $6.00 for adults, and $2.50 for children 12 and under. Carry-outs are also available. Everyone is welcome

Cagle Community Church to hold “Old Fashion Day”

“Old Fashion Day” will be held Sunday, November 1, 2009 at Cagle Community Church Service will begin at 10:00 am. with speaker Brother Doyle Nance, from Jamestown, Tennessee and special singers “Set Apart” from Sparta. Afternoon singing at 2:00 pm. Pastor Darrell Nance and congregation invite everyone to attend.

Van Buren County High School Alumni Game Scheduled

The Van Buren County Alumni Game has been set for November 7th at 6:00.

Those interested in the alumni game can contact Craig Chandler for the boys game at 931-316-1252 or Cheryl Cole for the girls game at the high school at 931-946-2442.

UDC to Meet

The United Daughters of the Confederacy, Captain Sally Tompkins 2123 will meet Wednesday, November 4, at 12 noon in the lower level of the Putnam County Library. Please contact 931-738-5869 if you have a Confederate ancestor or further questions.

Corker to Hold Town Hall Spencer

Senator Bob Corker, R-Tenn, will hold a town hall meeting in Spencer, hosted by the Van Buren County Chamber of Commerce on Monday, October 26, 2009, at 9:30 a.m. in the Civic Center/Burritt College Building.