Tuesday, Aug. 28

COMMUNITY · GBI Special Agent Renea Anderson, assigned to a human trafficking unit, will be the featured speaker at the Walker County Chamber of Commerce’s August membership luncheon Tuesday, Aug. 28 at the Walker County Civic Center. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at 11:50 a.m. The cost to attend is $15 per person. Register online by visiting http://business.walkercochamber.com/events/details/membership-luncheon-106; registration will end on Sunday, Aug. 26 at midnight and no walk-ins will be accepted. Non-Chamber members are required to pay online by Visa or MasterCard at the time of registration. For more information, call 706-375-7702 or visit walkercochamber.com.

CHURCH · Elizabeth Terrace Baptist Church, 600 Mohawk Street, Rossville, will host guest pastors each Tuesday throughout August beginning at 7 p.m. Pastor Rick Spence of New Life Baptist Church in Dalton, will preach on Aug. 28. Pastor George Pinion and the congregation invite the public to attend. A nursery will be provided.

COMMUNITY · The LaFayette-Walker County Public Library will hold a preschool Ready-to-Read class at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 28.

COMMUNITY · LaFayette Park and Recreation will offer line dance lessons Monday and Tuesdays at the Max Stoker Center, 700 Glenn Street Learn basic ballroom steps including the two-step, cha cha, waltz, mambo and salsa. No partner is needed. For more information, call Vicky Jones at 706-639-5401.

EDUCATION · Walker County Schools will have pre-kindergarten registration for parents of students who received pre-k placement at Cherokee Ridge, Fairyland, Rossville Elementary and Stone Creek from 8:30 a.m-4 p.m. Monday, Aug. 27, and Tuesday, Aug. 28, at the Advancing Education Center, 925 Osburn Road, Chickamauga. Parents must bring the student’s birth certificate and proof of Georgia residency for registration. Students will be registered at the ACE and NOT at the individual school. For more information, call Will Davis at 706-638-7958.

COMMUNITY · The Northwest Georgia Regional Commission’s Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council will meet at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 28, at the Thornton Recreation Center, 102 North Floyd Park Road in Rome (across from Armuchee High School on Highway 27 North).

COMMUNITY · The Chattanooga History Center will present a walking tour, Bluff View, based on a section of Maury Nicely’s Chattanooga Walking Tour and Historic Guide at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 28. The History Center’s executive director and historian, Dr. Daryl Black, will serve as tour guide, and he will meet registered participants at the south end of the Walnut Street Bridge in Chattanooga. The fee is $5. Pre-registration is required, and the deadline is Monday, August 27. Participants will view significant Civil War sites, the site of a manufacturing company chartered in 1847, and several early 20th Century residences that remain on the Bluff. Learn about the transitions of the tract from artillery placement to residential area to arts district. The tour will last about an hour. For more information, or to register, call 423-265-3247.

CHURCH · Hannah House is a benevolence service free to the community and is sponsored by Rock Spring Baptist Church. New and gently used clothing and shoes of all sizes, kitchen items and linens are available as well as small and large appliances and furniture when available. For more information, Linda or Mike Hill at 706-764-2079 or 423-718-0868.

COMMUNITY · Artist Ginger L. Lowry will exhibit artwork throughout August at the Chattooga County Library, 360 Farrar Drive, in Summerville. Lowry is known for painting equestrian (horse riding) scenes. Hours are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday and Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call 706-857-2553.

COMMUNITY · Voting has begun in the 2012 Best of Walker contest, sponsored by the Walker County Chamber of Commerce and the Walker County Messenger. This is the fifth annual contest in which residents are encouraged to vote for the favorites in local services in 55 categories. This contest is completely electronic and all votes must be made online. To vote go to walkercochamber.com/bestofwalker2012.htm or catwalkchat.com. Voters are encouraged to fill out as many categories as they wish; however when voting for a specific person please list their business name and/or geographic location. Only one submission will be allowed per computer. The deadline for submitting votes is at noon Sept. 28.

COMMUNITY · An art exhibit titled “Tranquil Space” will be displayed Aug. 20-Sept. 14 at the Jewish Cultural Center gallery, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday. (Closed Sept. 3 – Labor Day) Admission is free. The center is at 5461 North Terrace Road in Chattanooga. For more information, visit jewishchattanooga.com.

COMMUNITY · Need to take weight off? Come join TOPS (weight-loss support group) on Monday's at 7 p.m. at Center Post Community Center, 8125 Highway 337, LaFayette. For more information, call Beverly Byrd at 706-638- 1045.

COMMUNITY · Chattooga Academy ( 304 N. Main Street, between Joe Stock Memorial Park and the Marsh House) in LaFayette will display photographs of some former service stations and car dealerships that operated in LaFayette, including information on LaFayette’s former Hupmobile dealership. The Hupmobile car was produced from 1909 -1940 by the Hupp Motor Company of Detroit, Mich. The exhibit also features a model train and the former LaFayette depot ticket booth. A volunteer will be on hand to assist visitors from 1-3 p.m. Sunday. Chattooga Academy hours are 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday. Call ahead to confirm a volunteer will be available.

Wednesday, Aug. 29

EDUCATION · Walker County Schools will have pre-kindergarten registration for students that have received pre-k placement at Gilbert, Naomi, North LaFayette and Rock Spring Elementary schools from 8:30 a.m-4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29 and Thursday, Aug. 30, at the Walker County Board of Education, 201 S. Duke Street, LaFayette. Parents must bring the student’s birth certificate and proof of Georgia residency for registration. Students will be registered at the Board of Education office and NOT at the individual school. For more information, call Will Davis at 706-638-7958.

COMMUNITY · North Georgia Community YMCA offers Rookies Flag Football for boys and girls ages 3-5. Children will practice weekdays, play on Saturdays, from Sept. 15-Oct. 20, at Park Properties Field (3585 Cloud Springs Road). Registration deadline is Thursday, Aug. 30. Cost is $50 for everyone. For more information, call 706-935-2226.

COMMUNITY · Memory screenings will be offered from 9 a.m.-noon Wednesday, Aug. 29, at Erlanger East (Gunbarrel Road, Chattanooga). Concerned about your memory or the memory of a loved one? Jennifer Hindmon, R.N., of Erlanger North Senior’s Unit, will administer the Mini Mental Status Exam to determine if there are problems that should be discussed further with your family physician. Appointments are limited and pre-registration is required. Register at (423) 778-LINK (5465).

COMMUNITY · LaFayette Park and Recreation will offer zumba classes from 5:30-6:30 p.m. or 6:35-7:35 p.m. Wednesdays at the Max Stoker Center, 700 Glenn Street. For more information, call Gabriel Dudley at 423-508-4402.

COMMUNITY · Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park will hold a free history walk program on Wednesday, Aug. 29. Join park historian Jim Ogden at 7 p.m. for a 90-minute walking tour commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Richmond, Kentucky. Participants will meet at the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center and caravan to Battleline Road for a one-mile walk and historical talk. Wear comfortable, supportive footwear, appropriate clothing for the weather, and bring drinking water. For more information, call the Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center at (706) 866-9241, the Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center at (423) 821-7786, or visit nps.gov/chch.

CHURCH · Hannah House is a benevolence service free to the community and is sponsored by Rock Spring Baptist Church. New and gently used clothing and shoes of all sizes, kitchen items and linens are available as well as small and large appliances and furniture when available. For more information, Linda or Mike Hill at 706-764-2079 or 423-718-0868.

EDUCATION · Registration for The Georgia Appalachian Center for Higher Education's seventh annual conference and check presentation on Sept. 25, is officially open. To register, go to gachegrants.org/conference. Agenda, directions, parking and sponsorship information will be available on the registration page.

COMMUNITY · North Georgia Community YMCA will offer After School Programs for students in pre-K through fifth grades throughout the school year at Cherokee Ridge, Fairyland, Rock Spring, Tiger Creek and West Side Elementary schools. Cost is $40 per week for YMCA members, $60 per week for non-members. There is a one-time (per year) $50 registration fee per family. For more information, call 706-935-2226 or visit ngaymca@ymcachattanooga.org.

COMMUNITY · First Baptist Church of Chickamauga has a few spots open in the 3- and 4-year old preschool classes. Registration packets may be printed from the children's ministry page at fbcchickamauga.com. For more information, call Susan Veazey or Donna Christol at 706-375-2829 or 706-375-2733.

Thursday, Aug. 30

EDUCATION · Walker County Schools will have pre-kindergarten registration for students that have received pre-k placement at Gilbert, Naomi, North LaFayette and Rock Spring Elementary schools from 8:30 a.m-4 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29 and Thursday, Aug. 30, at the Walker County Board of Education, 201 S. Duke Street, LaFayette. Parents must bring the student’s birth certificate and proof of Georgia residency for registration. Students will be registered at the Board of Education office and NOT at the individual school. For more information, call Will Davis at 706-638-7958.

COMMUNITY · North Georgia Community YMCA offers Sunshine Softball for boys and girls ages 7-21 with exceptional needs. Children will practice and play games on weekdays Sept. 10-Oct. 22, at Park Properties Field (3585 Cloud Springs Road). Registration deadline is Aug. 30. Cost is $40 for everyone. For more information, call 706-935-2226 or visit ngaymca@ymcachattanooga.org.

COMMUNITY · North Georgia Community YMCA offers Youth Instructional Tennis for boys and girls ages 7-15. Expect Saturday instruction and scrimmage play from Sept. 15-Nov. 3, at Gilbert Stephenson Park Tennis Courts in Fort Oglethorpe. Registration deadline is Aug. 30. Cost is $75 for everyone. For more information, call 706-935-2226.

COMMUNITY · “Christmas in August” will be held from 5:30-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, at One-Eleven restaurant on the square in LaFayette to benefit the LaFayette-Walker County Public Library. Enjoy a wine and cheese tasting, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction. Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit from 5-7 p.m. for photo taking. There is no charge for photos, but donations would be welcome. Tickets cost $15 per person, $25 for couples. Admission is free for children younger than 12. The Cherokee Regional Library System has suffered drastic funding cuts this year. Help keep your local library open. For more information, visit chrl.org.

COMMUNITY · The University of Georgia Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will present a workshop on “Starting a Business” from 6-9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, at the Georgia Power Auditorium, 800 Broad Street, Rome. Cost is $69. Pre-register at georgiasbdc.org/ce/rome. For more information, call 706-622-2006 or e-mail stuck@georgiasbdc.org.

COMMUNITY · Catoosa County Chamber of Commerce will hold its next Breakfast Connection from 8:30-9:30 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 30, at O'Charleys on Battlefield Parkway. Space is limited. R.S.V.P. to info@catoosachamberofcommerce.com.

COMMUNITY · Southern politics will be the topic of two upcoming programs to be presented by Dalton State President Emeritus Dr. Jim Burran. Burran will speak at a Coffee & Conversation program from 7-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, at Little Rome Italian Restaurant Thursday, Aug. 30. Coffee and dessert will be served. Burran will also speak at noon, Friday, Sept. 7, at the James E. Brown Center at Dalton State University in Dalton. Cost is $10. Reservations and advance payment are required two days prior to the event. Call 706-272-4473 to RSVP.

COMMUNITY · The 2012 United Way Campaign Kickoff in Walker, Catoosa and Dade Counties will be held from 7:30-8:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 30, at the Walker County Civic Center in Rock Spring. A buffet breakfast will be served.

Find out how United Way is helping friends and neighbors in Walker, Catoosa and Dade Counties by focusing on education, financial stability and support for the community’s most vulnerable. Register online at LiveUnitedWCD.org or call 423-752-0300 to RSVP by Monday, Aug. 27.

COMMUNITY · LaFayette Park and Recreation will offer a soul line dance class from 7-8 p.m. Thursdays at the Max Stoker Center, 700 Glenn Street. For more information, call Greta Vinson at 423-504-8778.

COMMUNITY · The Chattanooga Bach Choir will hold auditions for qualified singers Thursday, Aug. 30 through Friday, Aug. 31, at Brainerd United Methodist Church. Contact Dabney Carden at (423) 240-2123 or dabcarden@aol.com to schedule an audition time.

CHURCH · Hannah House is a benevolence service free to the community and is sponsored by Rock Spring Baptist Church. New and gently used clothing and shoes of all sizes, kitchen items and linens are available as well as small and large appliances and furniture when available. For more information, Linda or Mike Hill at 706-764-2079 or 423-718-0868.