February 23, 2015
Ridge Spring News
We go from
freezing cold to nice to possible snow in no time. I do see the weeds popping up, buds forming, bulbs
blooming, and seeds being put in the pots for summer at Harriet’s Garden. It is that time of year when things are
changing.
Joanne Crouch: AARS member, D.S. Owens, not only has his work
on the cover of the winter issue of "Visit Aiken" magazine but
another of his photos is featured in the magazine as well. D.S. is the
vice-president of AARS. D.S. is a member of the Aiken Artists
Guild. Dip N' Splash classes are available for your group
events. You provide the folks and the project and supplies. Great
idea for showers, girl’s night out and birthdays. Costs are $25-$35 per
participant. Contact joanne.crouch26@gmail.com for
scheduling. The Art Center of Ridge Spring will re-open on Friday, March 7th. Hours of
operation are 10-4 on Fridays and Saturdays.
AMERICAN LEGION FUND RAISER
Ridge Spring-Monetta
American Legion Post 133 is selling Raffle tickets to raise money for building
repairs and to help send local students to Boy’s State this year. The cost of
the Raffle ticket is $5, and there will be five winners:
1st
12’ John Boat with Minn-Kota trolling motor and Wesco trailer
2nd
American Indian Tree Brand Limited Edition Canoe Knife
3rd
$50 BP Gas Card
4th
$25 Pizza Hut Card
And a 5th drawing
will be a special prize. Tickets can be purchased at the Nut House, Harriet’s
Garden or from any Legion Member. The drawing will be held on April 7th at
the Legion Meeting. You do not need to be present to WIN.
Pastor George W. Key: Events on the calendar for Helpful Hands
Ministry are: Feb. 27th
7pm- food bank
preparation night; Feb 28th 10am-12 noon- Mission Saturday and Star Center work day; Worship
services every 1st and 3rd Sundays 11am; Show Time at the Star Center every 2nd Sunday evening 5pm
(family event); Team leadership classes - date and time to be announced. We are also seeing a large number of
children coming to our services and we are in the process of building a Helpful
Hands CSI Ministry Team Email pastorkey@yahoo.com for more information. Remember to visit our website.
Fullgospelpraise.com
Josie Rodgers
My family can’t thank everyone enough
for all the prayers, calls, and visits during our recent trips to the hospital.
Leagrace did not have to be admitted for a
second time, thank goodness, but she’s going to be tested more in the next few
weeks. My dad fell and broke his hip last week (at an apt about his back,
no less!) and had surgery last Friday. He
will heal and then rehab and then come home! The power of prayer is evident to
us daily, and we are grateful!
RSM Middle/High: On Feb. 15, the middle school girls’ basketball team,
coached by RSM alum P’Laura Padgett, traveled to Columbia to watch the USC
Gamecocks Women’s basketball team take on Vanderbilt. With at least 16,000 people in attendance, it
was a first for the middle school team, and they really enjoyed the support of
the Carolina Girls! After the game, the
RSM players got to meet the USC players, talk with them, and get an autographed
photo of each Lady Gamecock!
The Miss Odyssey Pageant: The Ridge Spring-Monetta Middle/High
School Miss Odyssey Pageant was last Saturday night with 23 all-American girls
wowing the audience with their beauty, poise, and grace. Dressed in red, white, and blue, the
contestants performed an opening number along with dancers from Palmetto Dance
Academy (Jordyn Rodgers, Kaylee Palmer, Greyson Lake). The middle school contestants competed in
everyday wear and formal wear while the high school contestants competed in
collegiate wear and formal wear. Seniors
vying for the title of Miss Odyssey also participated in interviews with the
judges earlier in the day as well as an on-stage question during the
pageant. Emcee for the evening was Mrs.
Josie Rodgers, who also entertained the audience with contemporary Christian
songs. Jordyn Rodgers, Miss Odyssey 2014, returned for her final walk and even
entertained us with a dance. The results were as follows: Jordan Stone, Miss 6th Grade; Lacy Pou, Miss
7th Grade; Brenna Edwards, Miss 8th Grade; Ja’Ceel Tyler, Miss Freshman;
Carolina Luarca, Miss Sophomore; McKenna Palmer, Miss Junior; Madison Derrick,
Miss Senior; Ja’Ceel Tyler, Miss Scholastic; McKenna Palmer, Miss All-Around;
Bailie Davis, Junior Miss Odyssey; Tiana Oakman-Tucker, Miss Odyssey and the
People’s Choice Award
The first ever Beta Club
at RSM Elem inducted 4th $ 5th graders with an 85 or above
on grade level in all subjects for the semester: Larry Price, Chaley Robb,
Frankie Starkey, Alex Burdett, Yazmine Cannon, Waylon Cockrell, Emily Gonzalez,
Triston Irvin, Roberto Leguizamon, Kanaan Ligons, Toney Ligons, Robby Mitchell,
Trinity LaBrew, Camren Samuels, Nehemiah Blacks, Sydney Corley, DJ Murray,
Christopher Arzola, Robbie Barrineau, Belle Gilliam, Breanna Gillian, Joel
Yoho, Vy Bussey, Katelyn Kirk, Gabriel Rueda, Kyla Padgett, Maria Renteral,
Hannah Tindal.
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RS-M Elem is hosting a Community Learning Night for parents and students on Thurs., Feb. 26, from 5:30-7 pm. A number of local businesses and organizations have agreed to be a part of this night. We are very excited about connecting parents and students with businesses, organizations, resources, and programs in our school and community. We hope to see you there!
RS-M Elem is hosting a Community Learning Night for parents and students on Thurs., Feb. 26, from 5:30-7 pm. A number of local businesses and organizations have agreed to be a part of this night. We are very excited about connecting parents and students with businesses, organizations, resources, and programs in our school and community. We hope to see you there!
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday, USCA provided an
amazing opportunity for students to meet one of the most inspirational figures
making history today. Maj. Gen. Charles
Frank Bolden, Jr., a former Astronaut and decorated Marine Corp General and
NASA’s current Administrator (the first permanent black Administrator in the
organization’s history), came back to his home state of South Carolina on Sat.,
Jan. 24, for a special reception for Outstanding Local Science Students at the
Ruth Patrick Science Center. Two of RSM’s third graders were selected to attend
this reception and got to meet Major Bolden, Cody Davenport and Benjamin Moyer.
Primitives at the Ridge - Our
Spring Gathering will be held March 6th and 7th from 10:00 - 4:30.
We just got back from a shopping trip in Pennsylvania, so the shop will
be filled with lots of new, old and unique items. Most items will be
available this coming weekend except for the extra special items we'll be
saving for our Spring gathering. If you've never been to the shop, I
think you'd be surprised at the variety of unique items that we carry.
Come check us out.
Magnolia Ridge Antiques and Art Gathering Featuring Palmetto Antique Tractors will take place on May
16th. Any dealers that would like to reserve a space please contact: bevarndt36@gmail.com
D’Vay Davis: It is
Girl Scout cookie time. Troops with the Girl Scouts Mountains to Midlands
region are currently taking orders for Girl Scout cookies. The cookies will be
available for direct sale starting the week of February 16th.
If you are interested in ordering cookies, please contact D'Vay Davis at 803 685 7286 and she
will put you in contact with a troop in the Ridge spring, Saluda, and Batesburg
/Leesville area. Thank you in advance for your support.
Indoor
Farmers Market will be held at Cumbee Place
Thursday, February 19 from 3:30 to 5:30 pm.
Calling
All Vendors: We are now taking applications for our 2015 Market on the
Ridge
Our first annual Market on the Ridge was a huge
success and we are now accepting vendors for our 2015 Market. This show is a
great way to kick off the spring shopping season and as we saw last year
everyone is ready to come out of hibernation. If you are interested in being a
vendor contact Noel Steele at Cumbee Place, her number is 803-685-0410. Applications at: market on the ridge.com
Reminders:
March 6 & 7: Primitives at
the Ridge Spring Gathering
March 8: Show Time at the Star Center
March 28: Market on the Ridge
May 16: Magnolia Ridge Antique and Art Gathering
Ridge
Spring Library hours:
Mon/Tues 8:30 am - 12 pm; Wed., 12:30 – 4:30; Thurs 8:30 am - 12:00 pm; Fri
12:30 pm -4:30 pm, Saturday from 9:00 until noon,
Every 2nd & 4th
Monday: Kids' Corner Story Time 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Ridge Spring Library.
Every
2nd Monday:
RSM Elem PTO meets at 6:30 pm in the media center.
Every Friday & Saturday: AARS hours 10 – 4 or by appt, free admission RS NEWS
Every first Tuesday of
the Month: AARS meets at 6:30, 685-5783
Every Wednesday: AA
meets at Recovery Works
Every
Monday & Friday: Narcotics Anonymous
and Alcoholics Anonymous meetings
7 pm at Recovery Works (enter on Ponderosa Drive; park in Visitor Parking Area)
Every 3rd
Thursday: FORS at Cumbee Place 5 pm
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