October 26, 2015

Ridge Spring News

Harriet Householder

HAPPY HALLOWEEN TO ALL WHO LOVE THIS DAY AND NIGHT!!!

I so enjoy the change of seasons.  Fall is a wonderful month for all but especially the nature lovers and farmers.  What can be planted at this time of year?  Do you remember Scarlett O’Hara raising a turnip up to the skies and declaring “As God is my witness; I shall never go hungry again.”  How fortunate we are to have so much bounty at hand.  There will be turnips, lettuce, spinach, mustard greens, collards, cabbage and more available to us that will be freshly grown and locally.  I must admit I have wondered if it were really a radish and interpreted as a turnip as it was in the book.

The Art Center at Ridge Spring presents the South Carolina Artist, Jim Harrison, who will be at the Art Center with his art, calendars and note cards.  The Art Center will host a reception in his honor. Mr. Harrison will be signing his work.  We look forward to seeing you at this wonderful event.

Primitives at the Ridge is having a 2015 Christmas Gathering on November  6^th and 7^th from 10 am ‘til 4:30 pm and the shop will be full of Santa’s, trees, snowmen, winter foliage and lots of other things!  We will be closed Thursday, Nov 5^th to get ready. Like us on facebook.com/primitivesattheridge for a sneak preview and updates! Refreshments will be served!  Primitives is located at 502 E. Main St., Ridge Spring, SC 803-685-7399/803-645-5443

Then Sunday November 8^th the Shoppes of Ridge Spring will have their Christmas Open House from 1:00 to 5:00 PM with many refreshments.  Hope to see you then.

Jane Autrey Insurance:  Anyone having trouble with disaster relief forms please let us know and we will be glad to help or guide you in the right direction.

Jeffrey Clamp, Band director for RSM Middle/ High School: Congratulations to the RS-M True Blue Marching Band for another outstanding performance in the "Garden City Classic" at Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School on Saturday, October 17th.  The True Blue Band received an Excellent rating and defeated five other bands to finish second in Class A.  The RS-M Band travels to Charleston Southern University this Saturday to compete in the Class A Lower State Championships.  The True Blue Band performs at 2:00 p.m.  For more information about band competitions feel free to contact Mr. Clamp at the school or go to the RS-M Band fusion page.

Samantha McClure: Ridge Spring Baptist Church will having their annual Trunk OR Treat on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 5-7pm. There will be hot dogs and trailer ride as well!

Upcoming Events at the Art Center at Ridge Spring

Saturday, October 24th, 9-1 p
Polymer Clay Workshop with Candace Bush--Participants will learn different surface techniques and apply them to create their own jewelry pieces. Fee $35.00; Ages 12+; materials included.

Saturday, October 31st,9-1 p
Fall Pottery Workshop with Donna Minor--Participants will have the option to make a slab built sugar and cream bowl or colander.  All materials are included.  Fee $35.00.  Ages 8+.

Sunday, November 1st, 1-4 p

Ridge Hill Baptist Church Announce Family and Friends Weekend.  All are invited which will be held Friday October 30^th – Sunday November 1^st 2015 at Ridge Hill Baptist Church, 144 Ridge Hill Drive, Ridge Spring, SC 29129

Friday October 30, 6:30 PM                                    HALLELUJAH PRAISE SERVICE

·         Steven Galloway                  Saxophonist

·         Gospel Warriors                   Gospel Mime Dancers

·         Minister Sterling Hill                        Gospel Singer & Preacher

·         Cicely Mathis                                    Worship Leader & Gospel Singer

Saturday October 3,11:00 AM There will be Children Jump House, Board Games, Bingo, Fellowship, and Refreshments

Sunday November 1, 2015 9:30 & 10:30AM Sunday Church School and Sunday Worship Service

SC MENTOR is looking for individuals or couples who are willing to open their hearts and homes to just one child by becoming a therapeutic foster parent. Our community is in need of good homes and opportunities are currently available for full-time and respite parents that are patient, loving, and nurturing. If you are interested in learning more about becoming a foster parent, please contact Kecia Smith at (803) 649-3220 orKecia.Smith@thementornetwork.com. If you know someone who may be interested in making a difference at home, refer them to us for the opportunity to receive $250! (Respite means substitute care.  Respite parents may care for foster children for up to 5 days if the full time foster parent is out of town or traveling and they cannot take the child.)

BBQ BENEFIT FOR CARSON HATCHER & FAMILY: Parents-Brian & Chappelle, Brother-Sam Grandparents are Larry & Donna Hatcher Since March Carson has spent 18 weeks in the hospital and has had 3 surgeries with most recent hospitalization in Cincinnati. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14^th 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm MOUNT CALVARY LUTHERAN CHURCH 1186 Mt. Calvary Road, Johnston BBQ Plates $8.00 each – EAT IN or TAKE OUT (Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Slaw and Bread)  BBQ by the pound, while available - $9.00/pound Desserts available for purchase. Sponsored by Lutheran Men in Mission PURCHASE TICKETS FROM M&H Drugs – Johnston, General Supply (NAPA) – Saluda Joe Derrick, Bill Hallman, Eric Carlson, Joey Fox, Butch Austin Christopher Derrick, Ronnie Horne, Felder Sanders, Edward Satcher, Rucker Williams, Jimmy Yonce, Michel Rodgers, Wayne Asbill, Call Church Office - 685-7523

Juniper had a super guest this past Sunday. Brandon Vilie owner and former Marine noted “Honored by a visit today from Kyle Carpenter, he is a US Marine and Medal of Honor Recipient! SEMPER FI”

Josie Rodgers

             Last Sunday was yet another special occasion for my family.  My parents, Jim & Rosalyn Pressley, had a gorgeous baptismal font built by Ken Gessner and John Burger.  They placed the font in their church, Ridge Spring United Methodist, and Sunday, it was dedicated in memory of Leagrace.  The plaque on the font reads that the font is in memory of her, “The Princess,” given by her Nanny and Papa.  It was a beautiful dedication, and we are so grateful that my dad felt good enough to attend.  Frankly, nothing was going to stop him!  Afterwards, we enjoyed lunch in the Family Life Center with the congregation. 

                       All Aiken County Schools used Oct. 26, formerly Parent Conference Day, as a make-up day for all students.  Students received their first quarter report cards.  To make up for the conference time, all teachers will work approx. 3 extra hours on 2 different days to accommodate as many parents as possible.  All schools will work late on Oct. 26 with the remainder of the schedule as follows:  Oct. 27 – middle schools; Oct. 29 – high schools; Nov. 2 – elementary schools.  Contact your school to set up a conference time with your child’s teacher(s). 

The school will have a Veterans Day Program Wed., Nov. 11, at 10:26 am. Veterans and Active Military from our surrounding community are welcome to attend. The program will be in the school gym with a guest luncheon following in the school library. For more info, please email Mrs. Brown at melindab@acpsd.net. 

            I don’t know what to do with myself now that volleyball season is over.  I love watching volleyball games!  This week, Aiken County teachers will be working late to compensate for a lost parent conference day.  Because I have 3 schools, I will work late 3 nights.  Well, that takes the play of my volleyball time!

RSM Elem News:  It’s Red Ribbon Week! Students will show their commitment to living a drug free life by participating in themed dress-up days. The theme this year is "Respect Yourself:  Be Drug Free."  On Monday, they will “give drugs the boot” by wearing boots.  On Tues., students will be “too bright for drugs” and wear neon colors.  On Wed., they will join the “drug-free army” and wear camouflage.  On Thurs., students will “sock it to drugs” and wear fun/wacky socks.  On Fri., they will “team up against drugs” and wear their favorite team shirts.

The school is hosting a Community Learning Night for parents and students on Thurs., Nov. 5, from 5:30 pm – 7 pm. Please come to the gym at 5:30 for an overview and schedule. Informative presentations and hands-on activities will be available. We are very excited about connecting parents and students with resources in our community.   Also, until Nov. 2, the school will be selling 24 ounce, double wall RSM tumblers for $8. 

RSM High News:  Congratulations to the RS-M True Blue Marching Band for another outstanding performance in the Class A Lower State Championships.  The True Blue Band received an “Excellent” rating!

Book Review from David Marshall James:

 “The Facts of My Life” by Charlotte Rae and Larry Strauss—Charlotte Rae Lubotsky (now nearing age 90) dreamed of performing on Broadway when she was a teenager, the middle sister of a talented trio in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

     Northwestern University, about 100 miles down the tracks, in Evanston, Illinois, nourished those dreams and introduced her to many fellow up-and-comers:  Jean Hagen (en route to cinema immortality as Lina Lamont in “Singin’ in the Rain”), Patricia Neal, Cloris Leachman, and buddy Paul Lynde, among the notables. 

     Rae fretted about her petite stature.  Tina Louise and Julie Newmar towered over her in “Li’l Abner” (1956), but she was pulling in $750.00/week as Mammy Yokum, with her short legs serving her well at that.  Although twice-nominated for Tony awards during her three decades in NYC, Rae’s glory lay ahead, in her mid fifties, when she became “Mrs. G.” on “Diff’rent Strokes” and “The Facts of Life.”

      Her remembrances of professional colleagues read like a Who’s Who in Entertainment from the past 70 years.  She’s exceedingly gracious to one and all, bowing to everyone’s talents, if not their compatibility.  In fact, she turned down a plum part in a 1970s TV sensation because she predicted stormy weather ahead with the actress playing the title character, with whom she had worked before.

      Rae has outlived her older son and ex-husband, survived pancreatic cancer, and outlasted her first pacemaker.  Her younger son, writer/teacher Larry Strauss, serves as co-author.

Reminders:

Oct. 31: Star Center Carnival

Nov. 1: Art Center Reception Jim Harrison

Nov. 8: Shoppes of Ridge Spring Christmas Open House

Ridge Spring Library hours: Mon/Tues 8:30 am - 12 pm; Wednesday 9:00 to 4:30, Thurs 8:30 am - 12:00 pm; Fri 8:30 am -4:30 pm, Saturday from 9:00 until noon,

Every 2^nd & 4^th Monday:  Kids' Corner Story Time 10:30-11:30 a.m., at the Ridge Spring Library. 

Every 2^nd 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