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Worried about confidentiality and
the Florence Census?
Worry no more! The law is clear--no personal information can be shared. Your responses to the 2020 Census are safe, secure, and protected by federal law. Your answers can only be used to produce statistics--they cannot be used against you in any way. By law, all responses to U.S. Census Bureau household and business surveys are kept completely confidential.
For more information on how the Census protects your
personal information, click
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Autographs
1146 N. Wood Avenue
Autographs is a new antiques store with great prices in 7 Points. Their knowledgeable, friendly staff is guaranteed to help you find just the right items on your list. Start your holiday shopping today at their new place on Wood Avenue!
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Classic Cuts Barbershop
3202 Huntsville Road
Classic Cuts Barbershop is now open in East Florence. A few of the services their professional team offers are several types of trendy haircuts, hot towel shaves, designs, and more. Book your appointment today!
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The UPS Store recently celebrated their 10 year anniversary. Thank you, Larry and Sukhie Stephens, for choosing Florence to house
the UPS Store!
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One Year Incident Free Celebration
Ballman Metals
One year...365 days...8760 hours. That's a long time. This is an impressive accomplishment for a manufacturer like Ballman Metals to go that long with zero workplace accidents or injuries. On Friday, November 8, 2019, Ballman Metals celebrated a year without incident thanks to the outstanding and careful work of each and every one of their crew members. Congratulations, Ballman Metals!
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For Leaf Collection Route information, please click
here.
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Register to Ring!
Sign up to Ring the bells for The Salvation Army. When you help ring, it helps feed
families and people in need of food, shelter and clothing. It helps provide HOPE to those who need it.
HELP US HELP OTHERS this Christmas.
If you need assistance signing up your club or group/organization please contact
Christi @ 256-764-4432
For ALL Christmas 2019 Volunteer Opportunities,
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Auditions for James Goldman's "The Lion in Winter" will be held at The Z (416 N. Court St., Florence) on Friday, November 15, 7-9pm.
Auditions will consist of cold reads from the script. It should be noted that we are only casting the supporting roles for this production. Production dates are January 16-19, 2020 at The Z. Directed by Steifon Passmore.
For more information go to our
event page or call 256-768-5586.
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Amateur and professional photographer alike have an extra month to enter the
Muscle Shoals National Heritage Area's photo contest.
The contest calls for photos
that celebrate the people and places of northwest Alabama. Both amateur and professional photographers are eligible to enter. Deadline is Friday, Nov. 15. Categories are architecture, downtowns, music, Native American heritage and nature/outdoor recreation, with separate divisions in each category for amateurs and professionals.
Entries must be digital, submitted by the person who took the photo and taken within Colbert, Franklin, Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone or Morgan counties. Required entry forms and other criteria are available here.
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Junior League of the Shoals
13th Annual Sugarplum Marketplace
at The Marriott Shoals Hotel and Spa Conference Center
The Sugarplum Marketplace is one of our League's largest fundraisers. This fun, 3-day shopping extravaganza will kick-off on Thursday, November 21
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at 2 p.m. There is something for everyone and you can get your Christmas list all checked off in 1 location. Don't miss out on the Sugarplum Cafe presented by Yummies Bakery & Deli!
Come join us for Story Time with Santa Manley, dancing on the Long-Lewis Ford Stage and of course, our girlfriend's night out, Jingle Belle Mingle.
You won't want to miss a minute of all the fun!
Jingle Belle Mingle tickets $20
Sugarplum Marketplace tickets $8
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The Shoals Community Concert Band will present its Annual Christmas Concert along with the Swingin' River Jazz Band, both under the direction of Mr. James Ed Champion, along with the Riverbank Saxophone Quartet, on
Sunday, December 1st, 2019, at 3:00pm at Magnolia Church of Christ
in Florence.
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United Way of Northwest Alabama needs your donations!
United Way is partnering once again with the Homeless Care Council of Northwest Alabama and 2-1-1 Information & Referral to package homeless care kits, which will be distributed to the homeless in our community. This year we are focusing on items needed for colder months. To see a list of these items and more information on how to be involved, please click
here.
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2020 Trips with The Club
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SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS
March 15-21, 2020
Capture the essence of Texas on our San Antonio bus tour.
Click here for more information.
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MACKINAC ISLAND
August 16-22, 2020
Step back into a quaint lifestyle in a waterfront setting on this tour.
Click
here for more information.
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PIGEON FORGE & SMOKY MOUNTAINS SHOW TOUR
November 9-13, 2020
Take in dazzling shows and the splendor of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Click
here for more information.
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3240 Roberson Road
Florence, AL 35630
(Florence Industrial Park)
Come see our brand new facility!
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Adoption Hours
11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday
12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday
* Pet surrenders are by appointment only on Monday, Wednesdays, and
Fridays. Please call (256) 760-6676.
VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS WELCOME!
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PET LICENSING ORDINANCE
The City Council adopted a pet licensing ordinance for certain dogs and cats.
The ordinance became effective May 1, 2014.
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Need to reserve a venue for your next event?
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The Club is a great place for weddings, wedding receptions, class reunions, family reunions,
and much more!
For more information
on rates, please call
(256) 760-6420.
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We love our new landscaping and invite you to come see it for yourself!
450 Country Club Drive, Florence, AL 35633
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PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER
"Where Boomers and Seniors Come Together As ONE"
450 Country Club Drive
(Savannah Highway/Hwy. 20)
Florence 256-760-6420
***The Club is a drug free, alcohol free facility***
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2019 Weekly Schedule of Events
On
FRIDAYS, the Boomers and Seniors wear
RED to show support for our service men and women. Get your "CLUB" shirt the next time you visit.
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"JOINTS IN MOTION"
CHAIR EXERCISE CLASS
We will help you with your activities of daily living.
M-W-F 8:45 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
No age limit. No fees.
Class Leader: Fran "fish" Davis
Men, women, friends and family are welcome to join!
Also,
Joints in Motion
offers the opportunity for you to join them in
PRAYER AROUND THE FLAGPOLE each Monday morning after class at 9:50 a.m. to pray for our community, city, nation, first responders, troops, and families and friends of The CLUB.
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THE NUTRITION PROGRAM
(This is a NACOLG/State program)
Serving Lunch
Monday-Friday at 11:00 a.m.,
Location: The CLUB
Suggested donation $1
REQUIREMENTS
1) Must be 60 years of age
2) Must sign in and be seated by 10:30 a.m.
This program is based on age and not financial need.
Limited seating (35) available on first come first serve basis.
You must be seated by 10:30 a.m.
Feel free to come check it out!
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BEGINNING SQUARE DANCE CLASSES
with Singing River Squares
New Classes every 12 weeks!
Alabama's state dance is Folk and Square Dancing.
It's a healthy challenge that will have you stepping to the music and enjoying your new dance family. We welcome you to give it a try.
Singles, couples, families...anyone with the desire to learn is welcomed. The seasoned dancers will dance PLUS TIPS in between the beginners tips.
For more information call Fran
at The CLUB, 256-760-6642.
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BOOMERS & SENIORS TUESDAY NIGHT DANCE
6:30-9:00 p.m.
Location: The CLUB
$6 per person
The doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Singles & couples are welcome, but you must be 21 years
of age or older. Music spanning the decades is performed by
The Browns.
For more information, please call The CLUB at
256-760-6420, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
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BINGO
This is offered at 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. There is no fee for BINGO. Expendable type prizes are appreciated such as paper products, toothpaste, mouthwash, lotion, soap, puzzle books, and unopened snack foods. If you'd like to make a donation to our guys and gals, they would greatly appreciate it.
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GAMES
Rook, card games, board games, and dominoes are offered at The CLUB from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each morning and afternoon. There is no fee to play. Come enjoy some fun and fellowship with friends. |
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We attend
Senior Citizens Appreciation Day (SCAD)
each spring!
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We have
PICNICS at The CLUB throughout the year. Feel free to give us a call for the schedule. Due to thunderstorms that roll through our area, we have to postpone our outdoor events occasionally.
The
DULCIMERS play each fourth Thursday at The CLUB, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Come and enjoy their music!
We especially like the
MYSTERY TRIPS
and overnight trips with our friends from The CLUB. The Dam Fall Color Tour and Touring for Christmas Lights are two of our favorite annual tours along with Reelfoot Lake, the Earthquake Lake, and Tiptonville, Tennessee, during bald eagle season.
Our vegetable garden at The CLUB!
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Have a great weekend!
Mayor Steve Holt
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How to Submit Your Event, News, or Announcement:
- Public and community events or announcements can be in an email, Word document, PDF, or JPG file suitable for viewing on the web. Include graphics in JPG or PNG if possible.
- Along with your information, include your name, phone number, event name, location, date and time, and a brief description.
- IMPORTANT: Please submit your information no later than Tuesday of each week (preferably sooner). Submissions after the deadline will be added to the next week's publication. The newsletter is posted on Thursday afternoon.
- Send your information to: mmorgan@florenceal.org or call Melinda Morgan with questions at 256-760-6408.
110 West College Street
P.O. Box 98
Florence, AL 35630
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