November 2, 2015

Ridge Spring News

Harriet Householder

Primitives at the Ridge is having a 2015 Christmas Gathering on November  6^th and 7^th from 10:00 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

The Gables Inn and Gardens is proud to announce their Grand Opening Saturday, November 7 from 2:00 to 5:00 PM. You are invited to our Open House at 105 Ward Avenue, Ward, SC. We look forward to showing you the beautiful house and the endless possibilities for the special occasions in your life. We hope to see you there on Saturday!

Then Sunday November 8^th the Shoppes of Ridge Spring will have their Christmas Open House from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM.  The Art Center will be participating also.  There will be refreshments.  Come and enjoy our quaint township.  The minimilers will be carrying people around town. Hope to see you then.

Saturday Leonard Bell will be at the market with greens, apples, and more.  I wonder who else will be there.  Harriet’s Garden has lovely pansies, too.

The Friends of Ridge Spring would like to thank Noel Steele, chairman of the Harvest Festival, and the Ridge Spring Harvest Festival for their support

Arthur Kenner: Jerusalem Baptist Church Male Chorus will celebrate its 15th anniversary Sunday, November 8th at 3:30 PM. Various choirs will join in the celebration and the public is invited.  For additional information please call Deacon 

Arthur Kenner at 803-685-5453.

ART CENTER OF RIDGE SPRING

 Joanne Crouch, AARS, president

      On Sunday, November 1st, the Art Center hosted a reception for Jim Harrison of Denmark, SC.  Mr. Harrison’s works include landscapes , landmarks such as the coasts and historic bridges, and the mighty gamecock.  Mr. Harrison owns a gallery in his hometown of Denmark.  Many folks came and purchased his works on Sunday afternoon.

      Members of AARS have works on exhibit at the new B&B in Ward.  The Gables Inn & Gardens, a Bed & Breakfast and Event Facility, will hosts and Open House on Saturday, November 7 from 2-5.  The Inn is located at 105 Ward Ave in Ward. 

      Sunday, November 8th, from 1-5, the Art Center will be open for Holiday Open House.   Members will be on hand to answer questions about AARS.  AARS is located behind the Civic Center. 

      Aiken potter, Tom Supensky, will lead a 2 day Pottery Workshop on Saturday, November 14th from 9-1 and Sunday, November 15th from 1-4.  Topics to be covered will be handbuilding clay pieces using the coiled method.  Costs is $45.  Works by Mr. Supensky may be viewed on his website at www.tomsupensky.com.  Contact Joanne Crouch at (803)685-5577 (leave message) or at joanne.crouch26@gmail.com to pre-register.

     ART CLASSES FOR KIDS

Many folks have requested classes for children.  We have not one but two classes to offer for the younger artists. 

     Childrens’s Collage Class-NOVEMBER 21ST FROM 10-12

Children ages 5 and up will learn the art of collage.  Students will complete at least two collages focusing on the Fall season and Thanksgiving.  The cost is $20 for first child and $15 for the second and all supplies will be provided.  Barbara Yon and Mary -Zelmer, instructors.  Call (803)685-5386 or email artassnridgespring@gmail.com.

      Christmas Workshop-December 5th from 10-12

Children ages 5 & up.  Design Christmas ornaments just in time to decorate for the Christmas season.  The cost is $20 for the first child, $15 for the second.  All supplies provided.  Mary Zelmer and Barbara Yon, instructors. Call (803)685-5386 or email artassnridgespring@gmail.com to register.

      We again have the pleasure to offer another Silk Scarf Painting Class with Libby Bussinah on Saturday, December 12th from 9-1.  Cost is $45.  All supplies will be supplied.  Contact Joanne Crouch to register @ (803)685-5577 (leave message) or email joanne.crouch26@gmail.com to register.

BBQ BENEFIT for Carson Hatcher and Family is sponsored by Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church's Men in Mission Group. This event will beNov.14th from 4:00P.M,. -7:00P.M.  Since March Carson has spent 18 weeks in the hospital and has had 3 surgeries with the most recent hospitalization in Cincinnati, Ohio. The family has experienced large medical bills, lodging, food expenses and loss of work time. The BBQ will include BBQ PLATES $ 8.00 each. Eat in or Take out (Pulled Pork, Baked Beans, Slaw, and Bread.)Desserts will also be available for purchase.
Tickets are available from M&H Drugs- Johnston, General Supply (NAPA) -Saluda or from Joe Derrick, Bill Hallman, Eric Carlson, Joey Fox, Edward Satcher, Rucker Williams, Jimmy Yonce, Michel Rodgers, Wayne Asbill or call the church office at  685 7523. Jim Campbell at Ridge Auto Service also has tickets for sale. Carson Hatcher is the daughter of Brian and Chappelle Hatcher and Granddaughter of Larry and Donna Hatcher.

JOHNSTON FARMER'S & ARTIST'S MARKET is held every Thursday afternoon from 4 - 6 p.m. on Calhoun St. in front of the Library/Warehouse. The weeks leading up to Thanksgiving . . . the market will be held on Thursday, November 19th . . . then again on Monday, November 23rd bringing you your Holiday fixins'.  There will not be a market on Thursday, November 26th.  The week after Thanksgiving the market will resume until the our ANNUAL HOLIDAY MARKET on Thursday, December 3rd, from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. which will end our season.  For more information contact Donna

at 803-275-0010 or Anne at 803-480-1093.

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. 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 or Kecia.Smith@thementornetwork.com.

Rene Miller: RSM Elementary School

Classes Visit the Zoo

Ms. Hite’s and Mrs. Cotham’s classes have been reading From Head to Toe, Clap Your Hands, and The Very Busy Spider over the last two months to learn about different animals and their characteristics.  The two classes also went on a field trip to Riverbanks Zoo to learn more about the animals from their books, as well as many more animals! On the way to the zoo, students practiced finding environmental print. At the zoo, they attended a class where they had to move just like the animals. The students practiced naming the animals they saw and were even able to feed the fish and giraffes. The students had a great time!

Community Helpers

For community helper’s week, Ms. Hite’s class had some very special visitors! The students were visited by two Aiken County police officers and their canine, a nurse, a mailwoman, and a firefighter. These special guests brought items unique to their jobs for the students to see and learn about. The guests described their jobs and how they may be able to help the students in the future. They also gave each of the students a gift to help them remember where to go when they need help in the community. The students had a great time learning from these special individuals.

First in Math:

Our students are competing against themselves, students in our school, and all across the nation to boost their math skills. We will update biweekly in the school newsletter to let you know who is in the lead within our school.

For the week ending October 23rd:

Our school has completed 104,616 math problems. We have earned 34,872 stickers.

The team of the week is Mrs. Wilson’s 5th grade class. The player of the week is Montana Gergen. He earned 590 stickers. He is in Mrs. Wilson’s 5^th grade class.

The top team for each grade level is: Kindergarten: Mrs. Martin’s class; 1st Grade: Mrs. McCurry’s class; 2nd Grade: Mrs. Shealy’s class; 3rd Grade: Mrs. Ford’s class

4th Grade: Ms. Starnes’ class; 5th Grade: Mrs. Wilson’s class.

Josie Rodgers:

RSM High News:  The school will have a Veterans Day Program Wed., Nov. 11, at 10:26 am. Our guest speaker will be Mrs. Dianna Meade’s father-in-law.  The middle school chorus and the high school band will be performing. 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. 

The Trojan softball team is having a Chicken Bog Dinner Fundraiser on Sat., Nov.7, from 10-12 in the band room.  Cost is $7 per plate and include chicken bog, green beans, sweet potato, and bread.  Contact Janice Douda at the high school at 685-2100 or by email at jdouda@acpsd.net.

RSM-High started a new class this year, Freshman Focus, and as a part of this class, we have asked our freshmen to take back some ownership of their community. Starting this week, our freshmen will be beginning nine weeks of community service hours, not as punishment, but as a way of giving back. Please, if you see one of these students, encourage them in what they are trying to accomplish.
            Homecoming was celebrated Oct. 23.  Homecoming court consisted of sophomores Rachel Burger, Leslie Long, & Ja’ceel Tyler; juniors Carolina Luarca, & Diamond Preston; and seniors Stephanie Barajas-Valencia, Destinee Brewer, Shelby Cumbee, Banessa Gonzalez, Amber Merritt, McKenna Palmer, Devin Ritchie, & Moseanique Swint.  Ja’ceel Tyler was crowned Princess and Devin Ritchie was crowned Homecoming Queen.  Other awards included Miss Volleyball , Amber Merritt; Mr. Football, Stanley Rolland; Miss Cheerleader, Stephanie Barajas; and Miss Band, Amber Merritt.  The senior class won the following competitions:  tug-of-war, the dizzy bat, balloon pop, obstacle course, banner, senior citizens day, hillbilly vs hippie day, dynamic duo day, & day of the dead. The freshmen won the chant competition and the spirit day dress competition.