April 6, 2015

Ridge Spring News

Harriet Householder

Due to an item on my Bucket List I will be traveling with my daughter and granddaughter in Europe.  I am reusing an article that was first published in 2009

“SKUNK”

by Sylvia Moran

Pippy, my trustworthy bodyguard dog was barking very loud and excitedly about something.  I looked at my clock, 4:00 AM-DARN! She barked at nearly every deer, dog or darned thing that dared come within a seeing or smelling distance of the fenced-in Yard.  But this was more; she was really excited about something.  So I stuck my toes into my flip flops, grabbed a flash light and stared out to see what it was that grabbed Kayla, the quiet dog that I was keeping for a friend and who was also very excited and woofing her deep bay from her inside-the-house vigil point. Phew!!  Soon as I stepped out the back door onto the porch, I knew what the darned thing was-a skunk! 

Though it was dark the high outside light illuminated enough for me to make out a small black and white critter just outside the fence that Pippy was barking at ferociously.  I called Pippy into me and watched as the critter walked along the outside of the fence until a few feet from the house; it squeezed its head through the chain link fence and then wriggled its body on through.  Pippy was frantic and broke away to confront the little guy, who gave no ground at all, nor did it even turn to spray its defensive weapon at the dog.  I screeched at Pippy to get back here and she, good dog that she is, obliged me though reluctantly.  Kayla had now joined us as I closed the porch screen door and we watched as this cute little guy pranced and mince footed hurriedly all around the yard and under the porch we were on, which was enclosed with lattice panels.  Oh no, I hoped it wouldn’t stay under there.  It did not, but then proceeded to make its way up the ramp to the porch’s screen door.  I yelled at it and jabbed at the screen; with a heavy walking stick.  It actually bit at the screen! WOW! This was not normal skunk behavior.

For the next several hours as it got lighter and lighter and finally full day light, the dogs and I watched this cheeky little skunk scamper around our fenced in yard, under the porch and even leaving the yard on 3 different times only to come back in again after being gone each time for 10 to15 minutes.  The last time it came up the ramp and started back down I took my walking stick and followed it down.  On the way down I knocked one of Pippy’s rubber toys and it rolled down behind the skunk.  It grabbed the toy and for 2 or 3 minutes chewed and shook and bit at it like a dog or cat playing with a toy.  By this time I was convinced it wasn’t going to leave, that it wasn’t “right” and I would have to kill it.  It finally left the toy and walked out a ways into the yard.  While still standing on the ramp, I began to hit it on the head with my stick.  As I kept hitting it on the head, it never tried to run but made low sort of growling, spitting noises.  After about three whacks, I think, it, for the first time, turned and lifted its tail to spray.  As I hit it again it turned back around facing me, and I continued hitting it again and again screaming at it, “Please die! Please die!”  It finally crumpled down and stopped moving. 

After a while I got an old pair of my husband’s overalls and with a shovel put the skunk onto them wrapping and placing the body into 3 plastic bags which I buried away from the house in the trees. 

Later that day as I was telling my neighbor about it she said her daughter when leaving for work that morning around eight had noticed in her side mirror a skunk chasing after her car!  On one of its so –journs out of my yard, the brazen little devil had tried taking on an even bigger fore.  We decided I should let the authorities know about this.  It was after hours, so aside from the police I wasn’t able to make contact with anyone but left messages.  The next day Environmental Services contacted me and after listening to my story said, they were sorry to ask but I needed to dig up the darned thing and take it to a vet where they would remove its head and send it for analysis; I did and a day later got a call that it did test positive for rabies.  Well, ya think?!

Reminders:

April 17-19: Wonderful Weekend in Ward

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 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 RS NEWS

March 30, 2015

Ridge Spring News

Harriet Householder

Due to an item on my Bucket List I will be traveling  with my daughter and granddaughter to Goeppingen, Germany and other points of interest in Europe.  I am reusing an article that was first published in 2013.  Also it is almost Joe Cal Watson’s 92^nd Birthday.  You are all invited to the Nut House Drop in on April 4^th.   The cake will be cut at Noon.  So come by for a piece. 

Joe Cal Watson, Wallace Steadman and Their Long Trip from Clemson College to Ridge Spring,

A Really, Really Long Trip Home

The time was 1943 All airports were Army Military Bases

True story by Joe Watson and written by Harriet Householder

Joe and Wallace were students at Clemson.  They had joined the Army Reserves so they could complete ROTC at Clemson.  While being in the reserves they were allowed to ride if space were available on military planes ( this is often referred to as space A). They also had been promised to be allowed to finish College.  By the way this did not happen, either.  After the war both men went back under the GI Bill and finished Clemson,

It was Christmas break, they were in uniform, and they were ready to get home.  In the past they hitch-hiked a ride to Greenville and caught a plane to Columbia where they hitch-hiked to Ridge spring which was home for both.  This time when they got to the Greenville airport they had to wait and wait and wait; between them they had less than $5.00.  Finally they took a flight heading to Atlanta.  They might be able to catch a plane to Columbia from Atlanta.  Once in Atlanta, they were given a place to sleep and breakfast.  The homefolks did not know where they were so they sent them a telegram, “In Atlanta headed to Richmond” for Wallace had an uncle in Richmond, Virginia. There were no flights going north so they decided to keep going south. 

They flew on a B17 and ended up in Brooksfield, Fla. It was 40 miles from Tampa where Joe’s Aunt Chloe Edwards and cousin lived. So they took a cab for ten cents to her house. Back then gas was being rationed, so military could ride for a dime but it was a complicated ride.  Once you got in the cab the driver may pick up and let out others along the way. He went where the riders wanted to go as long as it was a continuous route which meant you could ride all around Tampa until they got close to Aunt Cloe’s House.

That Sunday night the men went with their hosts to Sunday night service and heard a lade recite from memory “The fourth Wiseman.”

 They stayed in Tampa until Monday.  Joe and Wallace went to the army base to catch a ride back north. When they got to the gate they were told that they could only ride on a plane if they had their own parachute.  Neither had one so back to hitchhiking they went. They then spent money for a bus ride to get to the north side of Tampa to hitch a ride home. They did buy lunch in Tampa for $0.30 which was cheese and bread.  That left them $0.20 to get home on.

They were able to get a ride to the Florida Georgia border, but then they had to ride in the back for the company did not want the drivers picking up hitch-hikers.  Joe and Wallace didn’t mind for they ate tangerines.  They got to Savannah and spent $0.10 on two cups of coffee and went back to trying to get a ride home.  They caught a ride to Summerton and spent the rest of their money: $0.06 or a package of rolls and $0.04 on 4 cigarettes.  By now it was Tuesday.  From there they got a ride easily to home. 

They did not see Richmond but they did get home after having a meal of tangerines, rolls and finished off with two cigarettes each.

The end of this chapter…  I bet there are many more….

Have you noticed the signs on the road advertising Bull Riding in Ward, SC on April 17^th and 18^th?  Check it out.  It is part of the Wonderful Weekend in Ward sponsored by William Bell. Check out their facebook page.

RIDGE SPRING UNITED METHODIST CHURCH:

Big Red Box: Non perishable food items continue to be collected for two local ministries, Helpful Hands and the Back Pack Ministry. Food collected stays in our community helping to ensure none of our neighbors go hungry. March collections will go to The Back Pack Ministry sponsored by Bethel Baptist. If you would like to help, leave non perishable food items on the porch of the Family Life Center. (FLC)

Prayer Request Box: The RSUMC prayer request box is now located on the porch of the FLC. Requests will be retrieved in time for Sunday Worship Service and place on the ongoing prayer list.

Face Book:  RSUMC is on Face Book and looking for more ‘likes’. Check out our page, find out what’s going on and see how you can be a part of this community Church.

Pastor Key: Helpful Hands Mission Egg Hunt Saturday April 4th 12-pm At the Brush Arbor Park 1095 Keys pond Rd Ridge Spring, S.C. Easter Sunday Services 8 am At the Star Community Center Breakfast will be served. New Food Bank Hours starting April 2015 mission will be open every 2nd and 4th Saturday 10 am -12 noon. Community worship Services every 1st and 3rd Sundays 11 am.. Family Night is  every 2nd Sunday 5 pm.

Joanne Crouch, AARS president

All our artists have been adding new pieces and they are so excited to share their works with you.  Be sure and stop by to see us on Fridays and Saturdays from 10-4 or by appointment by contacting any AARS member..

AARS is offering a class from Libby Bussinah on Saturday, April 18^th from 9-2.  The class allows students to create an original 8 X 54 inch silk scarf using simple techniques with dyes.  All materials will be provided by the instructor.  The class costs $45.  To register, contact a member of AARS or contact Joanne at  joanne.crouch26@gmail.com or call (803)685-5577.  Students must pre-register by April 11 to secure class.

Candice will host another installment of her First Saturday Needle Craft Day on April 4^th 11-1.  During that time, Candice will assist anyone will questions or problems with needle craft projects.

AARS member photographer, DS Owens, had his work published on the cover of “Visit Aiken Magazine” and another photo published in USA today.  His work was also the winner of the Commemorative Poster Award for the Spring Fest Music Theme Competition on March 6^th.

To find out more about AARS, check out our website, https://sites.google.com/artassnridgespring.  We are also on facebook. 

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

Request from Margie Barton:  My father was born in Ridge Spring in 1911, my great grandmother Ellen Forrest Chapman is buried in Good Hope Lutheran Church yard along with her daughter Emma Chapman Turner and her husband James Everette Turner. If anyone knows of this family, please contact Harriet who will forward the information to me. I really need help in finding information on my grandparents and great grandparents. 

Reminders:

April 4: Joe Cal’s celebration at the Nut House

April 17-19: Wonderful Weekend in Ward

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 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 RS NEWS

          

March 16, 2015

Ridge Spring News

Noel Steele: Our first 2015 Harvest festival meeting will be March 24th, at 6:00pm. We are very excited about the potential of this years Harvest Festival and we have some exciting ideas and plans on how to bring a new and fresh look to the Festival. We invite you to join us to hear about the ideas and plans. We also would like to have your input and would like to hear your ideas. 

In order for this new plan to work, we need the Ridge Spring community to do what you do best come together and get involved. We will be introducing a new system on getting information out to our volunteers as well as the general public. If you can't make the meeting but still want to help please let me know we now have a way to get information to you also.

9^th ANNUAL SILENT\LIVE AUCTION" is March 20^th from 7 – 9 pm at JUNIPER RESTAURANT, at 640 East Main Street in Ridge Spring, SC.  Tickets are  $35.00 each or 2/$60.00.  For additional information, please call Monnie Romines (864) 803-1013 or Jerrold Watson (803) 685-7881

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

Janet and Donnie Lybrand: We'd like to thank everyone that came out to our Spring Gathering.  A lot of bunnies, flowers and birdhouses along with many other items found new homes! We are looking forward to the next big event.

Request from Margie Barton:  My father was born in Ridge Spring in 1911, my great grandmother Ellen Forrest Chapman is buried in Good Hope Lutheran Church yard along with her daughter Emma Chapman Turner and her husband James Everette Turner. If anyone knows of this family, please contact Harriet who will forward the information to me. I really need help in finding information on my grandparents and great grandparents.. 

March is World Kidney Month. Last Thursday Mae-Ann Webb, Miss York 2015, and McKenzie Faye Wannamaker, her princess, greeted customers at Bi-Lo in Batesburg with a free bottle of water and a kidney disease awareness packet. Their purpose was to encourage our community to drink more water and take care of their kidneys. Kidney awareness is an important topic with Miss Webb as her brother was diagnosed with a kidney disease 3 years ago. They distributed 126 bottles of water and dozens of York Peppermint Patty candy pieces to children. A fitting candy for Miss York… McKenzie’s brother, Drayton, helped keep the table supplied with water bottles.

Miss Webb and Miss Wannamaker also collected donations for the Children’s Miracle Network, the charity which was officially named the Miss America Organization’s platform in 2007. Since then the partnership has raised more than $10 million, benefiting member CMN Hospitals across the United States. Miss Webb will compete in the Miss America System at a state level in June in the Miss South Carolina Pageant in Columbia

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

Rene Miller RSM Elementary

Community Learning Night was a huge success. Students and parents enjoyed a wide range of activities. Participants who visited our computer labs were able to explore technology. Titan Farms presented a Power Point describing the different varieties of peaches, how peaches are irrigated, and how they are packed. Clemson Extension held two sessions. The robotics session allowed participants to use robotic cars. The nutrition session explored stop, slow, and go drinks. This activity demonstrated how much sugar is in a 20 ounce soda. The Savannah River Ecology Lab brought an assortment of live animals. Animals ranged in size from a small tree frog to a full grown coyote. The coyote has a webpage that can be found at http://srel.uga.edu/outreach/animals/image258.htm. Ridge Spring and Batesburg fire departments teamed up to provide a fire safety house and fire truck. In the exhibit hall, participants could receive information from Freedman Parenting Center and view the Electricity City that was made by our GT students. Yearbooks and school shirts could also be purchased. We appreciate all the individuals and organizations that helped make Community Learning Night a blast!!!

Talent Show: Students in grades 3 - 5 can perform in a talent show on March 25. The cost to perform or attend is $1.00. Money should be sent on the day of the event. Students in all grades can attend.

 

Reminders:

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 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 RS NEWS

March 9, 2015

Ridge Spring News

Harriet Householder

Cumbee Place will be hosting a Bread and Butter Workshop on March 19^th.  There are 4 spots left.  On Thursdays there is an indoor farmers’ market at Cumbee Place too.

Calling All Vendors: We are now taking applications for our 2015 Market on the RidgeOur 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

Lee Ann Perez/ One Ash Farm & Dairy: We have kids!  The couple of warm days last week were the perfect time for our Nubian goats to have their babies.  Each of our girls had twins so we have a whole new group of little floppy eared kids bouncing around the pasture.  It's always such a blessing to watch (and sometimes help) with the birth of these little darlings.  We will certainly enjoy watching them grow up! We will have a Farmers Market table with our Raw Milk, fresh baked bread, soaps and salves at the Strom Thurmond High Ag Day on Saturday March 14^th we would love to have you stop by and visit!  Have a blessed week.

Effie Martin: Special Girl Scout DayHalf of Troop 2081 celebrated The Girl Scout Birthday by conducting devotion service at Mount Alpha Baptist Church in Ward, South Carolina. On this date March 12 1912, the first 18 girls gathered to hold their first meeting as Girl Scouts in the United States.

The members that conducted devotion Sunday were: Robin White daisy; Cassandra Oakman Brownie; Markayla Abney, Chloe Hammands, Nytasia Martin and Anyia Felder cadettes.

Off the Beaten Path: Longer days and warmer temperatures are encouraging us to be outdoors more.  Just in time for spring and Easter.  Off the Beaten Path has gotten in some neat things for spring and Easter.  New wreaths and other decorations to adorn your house… Cute clothing for babies… Even some new jewelry…  Stop by and take a look at the new merchandise. 

                 

9^th ANNUAL SILENT\LIVE AUCTION" to benefit the American Red Cross  is Saluda County will be held March 20, 2015 from 7:00 to 9:00 PM at Juniper Restaurant, 640 East Main Street, Ridge Spring, SC. Tickets are $35.00 each or two for $60.00

     Last year this event raised over $13,000.00 with 105 in attendance.  This money was used to help disaster victims in Saluda County.  All disaster assistance is free of charge to the victim. It is the generosity of individuals and businesses within the very communities we serve that make it possible for us to provide disaster relief and help people to prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies and disasters.

     You will have an opportunity to bid on some fabulous items!  Jewelry from Tidwell’s Jewelry, paintings by local artists, an item from The Wild Turkey Federation, and a Gourmet Dinner for 8 at the home of Jerrold Watson prepared by Chef Brandon Velie, just to name a few.

     Tickets can be purchased from committee members and at Juniper for $35.00 each or two for $60.00. Ticket price includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, wine and beer.

For more information, please contact Monnie Romines at 864.803.1013 or Jerrold Watson at 803.685.7881. PLEASE join us for an enjoyable evening as we raise  oney to assist disaster victims in our county. 

COMMITTEE MEMBERS are Monnie Romines, Chairperson Jerrold Watson, Phillips Boatwright, Melissa Rodgers, and Darron Wilson

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

                         

 Coach Gail Johnson:  The RSM Lady TROJANS basketball team had another great season! With an overall record of 19-6 and a region record of 9-3, the team finished second in Region 4-A and advanced to the third round of the state championship play-offs! The RSM Lady TROJANS beat Great Falls in the first round, and hammered Greer Middle College in the second round before bowing out to the Upper State Champions Christ Church in the third round of the state playoffs! RSM and region champion Calhoun County were the only teams in Region 4 to make it past the first round! The Lady TROJANS was the only SC girls team to advance to the third round of the state playoff games in the CSRA! Freshman Crystal Preston and senior Raven Valentine were named to the All Region Team!

Josie Rodgers

The stomach bug has been making it rounds, finally getting Leagrace and her mom.  LG had to spend several days at the GRU PICU, and her mommy couldn’t visit for the first few days.  Nana and her daddy had to fill in.  My dad busted out of the rehab (HealthSouth) last Friday for a few days of respite at home before returning to LMC for the insertion of a port and chemo treatments.  There’s nothing quite like being at home with your family when you’re feeling bad.  We appreciate your continued prayers and support as we battle these illnesses.

Schools in our state have been administering the ACCESS test to all ESL students with language proficiency levels 1-4.  This test measures their progress and proficiency in the English language in the areas of speaking, listening, reading, and writing.  Scores will return this summer, and with the data collected, ESL teachers will be able to help content area teachers understand the proficiency of each child and how to help all ESL students be successful in the classroom. 

RSM Elem news:  Child Development (4K) Registration Mar. 16, 8:00 am to 2:30 pm; Mar. 17, 8:00 am to 2:30 am.  Web Address for Zone School Locator: (www.acps.schoolfusion.us). Child must be 4 years old on or before Sept. 1, 2015. The following documents are required to register your child and must be brought with you on registration day:

Proof of Residence (Driver’s License not Accepted), Birth Certificate (Official Copy), SC Immunization Form, Medicaid Card, Proof of Income (W2 or Paystub), Registration is also for 5K students (only if new to our school) If students are currently enrolled in our 4K program,

parents will register them in the fall during regular student registration.

RSM High:  On Mar. 31, Aiken Tech will host a Financial Aid Workshop at the high school. 

The Law Enforcement Torch Run to benefit Special Olympics is on the horizon.  You can purchase shirts or hats. Cotton short sleeved shirts:  $12 each (adult S, M, L, XL, 2X,3X); by special order - dry-wick shirts: $20; cotton and dry-wick 4X and 5X are available ONLY by special order.  Baseball caps, navy or camo: $12.  If you are interested, contact RSM High’s resource officer, Dept. Kirk Hildebrand.

Harriet’s Garden: Harriet’s Garden will be closed from March 27 until April 13. The tomato plants and pepper plants will be taken care of.

 

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 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 RS NEWS

March 2, 2015

Ridge Spring News

To be such a small town we sure have a lot going on.  Three events are happening soon, the Spring Gathering at Primitives at the Ridge, Market on the Ridge all in the month of March, plus Magnolia Ridge antiques and Art Gathering.  Then every week we have an Indoor Farmers’ Market and a new feature added to this at Cumbee Place.  Allison Stapleton her husband own Terra Kotta Farms in Leesville.  They sell all organic food from their farm and will deliver it to Cumbee Place on Saturdays at 11:00 starting next week.  Then don’t forget Girl Scout Cookies. 

Friday morning Ridge Spring businesses were invited to a breakfast to hear about the future growth of the National Wild Turkey Federation in our region and how it could help us with attracting tourists.  Mayor Ken Durham from Edgefield showed us their plans and discussed their future and the future events calendars.  The excitement was catching.  The breakfast was sponsored by the Town of Ridge Spring and the Friends of Ridge Spring.  After the breakfast, 6 of us went out and toured the facilities.  We have a great opportunity to enjoy the benefits of this endeavor.  Mayor Bartley and two councilmen were present and Frank Daniel and Don Hancock attended.  It is so great to see so many come together.

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.

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

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.

Lee Ann Perez/ One Ash Farm & Dairy: Seeing the sunshine has made us want to get outside!  We have begun plowing the garden with our draft horse "Mags".  She will help us till up the ground, spread the manure to fertilize the soil, and plant the seeds.  All of this rain has been good for the soil and I am convinced it has to lead to a wonderful growing season. I can't wait for fresh tomatoes, green bell peppers, and green beans!

Hang in there everyone- spring is coming!  We will have our table set up at the Cumbee Place Indoor Farmers Market on Thursday from 3:30 - 5:30 if you would like to stop by and visit.  We will have Fresh Grade A Raw Milk, fresh baked breads, homemade soaps and herbal salves.  Hope to see you there, and have a blessed week!

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. Tickets can be purchased at the Nut House, Harriet’s Garden or from any Legion Member. The drawing will be held on April 7^th at the Legion Meeting. You do not need to be present to WIN.

Pastor George W. Key: Worship services are every 1st and 3rd Sundays 11am; Show Time at the Star Center every 2nd Sunday evening 5pm (family event); Email pastorkey@yahoo.com for more information.  Remember to visit our website. Fullgospelpraise.com

Rene Miller, Ridge Spring Elementary

First grade celebrated the 100th day of school on Thursday, January 29. The students worked at home to create a display of 100 items. Each student presented their projects and explained how they determined if the project contained 100 items. We appreciate the time and effort the students put towards their projects. Please stop by the first grade hallway to see pictures of the projects.

A big thank you to the volunteers who helped make our January Trojan Pride Celebration a success! Your time and talents are appreciated! Libby Cockrell, Marie Starkey, Peter Blacks, Alexandria Walker, Jamie Patterson, Melody Jones, & Crystal

McClure

Personal Note: Another positive aspect of our town: Saturday my old Sunday school class met at Juniper Restaurant to reminisce.  There were only 3 of the original members but we added a few to the roll.  Katherine Whittle Carrol Gaillard and I enjoyed talking about those times with our own Sunday School Teacher Fred Byrd.  Nice place to dine and good memories of our youth.  We haven’t changed a bit.  We must do it again.  By the way it wa on Katherine’s bucket list.   I am working on mine too.

Harriet’s Garden: Harriet’s Garden will be closed from March 27 until April 13.  My super husband and my super friend will keep the tomato plants and pepper plants growing so they will be ready sooner than later.

 

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 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 RS NEWS