Around Town May 2009 - Warner Robins & Perry

CONTENTS

Ed Rodriguez 24

Ben Damron 24

Fred Nijem 26

Van Dempsey and 26

Sam Sa�erfield

Melanie Pavlik 28

Wilma Matos 28

Paul Tobin 30

Dr. Jolie Hardin 30

From the Publisher 4

Community News 6 & 8

Birthdays & Celebra�ons 10

School News 32 & 34

Community Calendar 36 – 37

School Informa�on 38 – 39

Places of Worship 40 – 41

Warner Robins/Perry Clubs 42 – 44

Elected & Appointed Officials 45

Community Phone Numbers 46

Business Directory NEW! 47 – 48

Pathfinder of the Month: Caitlin Ross12

Celebra�ng Military Apprecia�on Month.Thanking the men and women that serve our na�on.

Dis�nguised Women in Houston County.Recognizing women who impact our community.

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Summer Activities & Camps

Summer is almost here! Are yourchildren ready for a great summer?Explore Around Town’s 2009 SummerCamps and Ac�vi�es Guide, and learnabout local day and overnight campsthat are sure to bring excitement toyour family’s summer.

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14 – 17 Summer Camps and Ac�vi�es. Funsummer ac�vi�es available for your children.

Submit your Birthday, Wedding, and Birth Announcements!Announcements are FREE!

Are you, your family, or friends celebrating a birthday? Recentlymarried or celebrating an anniversary? Submit your celebration

announcements to be published for free. See page 10.Made 2B More. Promo�ng posi�ve role-models forgirls in our community.

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View Around Town’s new WEBSITE!

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Current news and information is added daily!

Also, read community news, school news, and information that wasn’t published in the magazine.

Around Town’s new website is your source to stay up-to-dateon our community’s positive news and events!

PUBLISHER/OWNERJennifer Williams Bucholtz

[email protected](478) 474-1999

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Around Town Warner Robins / Perry communitymagazine is a monthly community-basedmagazine owned and published by JenniferWilliams Bucholtz. It is a public ation of AroundTown Warner Robins, Inc., Around Town MiddleGeorgia Publishing, Inc., and a franchise ofAround Town Community Magazines, Inc.

The mission of Around Town Warner Robins /Perry community magazine is to build a sense ofcommunity and pride by providing residents andbusinesses with positive stories and timelyinformation that spotlights local residents,organizations, and businesses operating andworking together.

Around Town Warner Robins / Perry communitymagazine is free and mailed to local residentsand businesses in Warner Robins each month.Additional copies are available for pick-up at localbusinesses. Subscriptions are available for $24per year. Send check or money order to theaddress below.

The viewpoints of the advertisers, columnists,and submissions are not necessarily those of thePublisher, and the Publisher makes no claims asto the validity of any charitable organizationsmentioned. Around Town Warner Robins / Perryis not responsible for errors or omissions. Nopart of this publication may be reproduced ortransmitted in any form or by any means withoutwritten permission from the Publisher. All rightsreserved. © Copyright 2009.

Around Town Warner Robins / Perry welcomesyour comments, stories, and advertisements.The deadline for each issue is the 10th of thepreceding month.

Around Town Warner Robins, Inc.P.O. Box 27540, Macon, GA 31220 Office: (478) 474-1999Fax: (478) 476-1999www.aroundtownmidga.com

Volume 1, Issue 6

Wow did last month go by fast! Time flies when you’re having fun, and Around Town hasbeen having a lot of fun this past month! We are very excited to announce of couple ofour big developments.

First, we purchased a house located at 3626 Vineville Avenue for our new businessloca�on. A sign will be going up within the month. Currently, we are busy makingimprovements to the loca�on, and are very excited to officially move in during the monthof June. We invite you to come home to Around Town – visit our website for moreinforma�on on our Grand Opening celebra�on.

That brings me to our second development. We have a new website! Around Town’s newwebsite is updated daily with recent news and events in the community, and containsboth published material along with all of the material that we didn’t have room to publishin the magazines. Around Town’s new website offers readers the opportunity to learnabout contests; view videos; sign up for Around Town’s newsle�er; and read our blogs.See you on the internet! Visit us a www.aroundtownmidga.com

This month’s issue of Around Town spotlights summer camps and ac�vi�es available forchildren to enjoy this summer. Avoid the, “I’m bored,” and use Around Town’s summerguide to help find ac�vi�es for your children to enjoy. There’s something for everyone!For more camps and ac�vi�es, visit www.aroundtownmidga.com and click on the link�tle, “Cover Feature.”

Around Town publishes two magazines in the Middle Georgia community. Are youcurious about what is going on in your neighboring communi�es? Around Town MiddleGeorgia Publishing, with our two magazines Around Town – North Macon and AroundTown – Warner Robins/Perry covers communi�es including Bolingbroke, Bonaire, Byron,Centerville, Forsyth, Kathleen, Macon, Perry, and Warner Robins. Find out more atwww.aroundtownmidga.com!

See you around town!

Jennifer Williams Bucholtz

Around Town magazines are printed using soy ink and recycled paper. Around Town magazines also are recyclable. In addi�on, our printer recycles

all paper and ink waste. Together, we can make a difference in conserving our natural resources by reducing, reusing, and recycling.


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SMALL BUSINESS OF THE MONTH AWARD GOES

TO SUNMARK COMMUNITY BANK

The Warner Robins Area Chamber of Commerce Small Businessof the Month Commi�ee recently presented the Small Businessof the Month Award to SunMark Community Bank.

SunMark Community Bank was chartered by the state ofGeorgia in 1949. The bank opened with three employees and$1.4 million in assets and has grown to over $140 million inassets and over 60 employees. SunMark Community Bank wasthe first bank in the surrounding area to offer drive-throughbanking in 1961. In 1987 the bank installed an in-housecomputer system which allowed them to be totally independentof larger banks for data processing. In June of 1996, the namewas changed from SunMark Bank to SunMark Community Bank.

SunMark Community Bank is located at 250 South HoustonRoad in Warner Robins. To congratulate SunMark CommunityBank on their award, call (478) 953-1155.

PERRY CHAMBER HOLDS 185TH BIRTHDAY

CELEBRATION FOR THE CITY OF PERRY

The Perry Area Chamber of Commerce recently held a 185thBirthday Celebra�on for the City of Perry in conjunc�on withthe 21st Annual Perry Dogwood Fes�val. Scarle� Albright wonthe Cake Decora�ng Contest and her cake was used as theofficial birthday cake.

Senator Ross Tolleson, State Representa�ve Larry O’Neal, MayorJim Worrall, City Councilman Willie Ford, Perry ChamberChairman Kim Sheridan, and the 2009 Dogwood Fes�val Queenshelped celebrate the City of Perry’s 185th Birthday.

“Happy Birthday” was sung by the 3rd Annual Perry Idol Winner,Dana Jefferson.

A Dessert Contest, the sweetest event of 21st Annual PerryDogwood Fes�val, was held at the Old Perry Courthouse. TheDessert Contest consisted of three categories: cakes, pies, andcookies/candies. The public sampled all the desserts and votedon their favorite. Terri Karchella and Rhonda Hitch won the PieCategory. Jimmy Moon and Rhonda Hitch won the CakeCategory. Debbie Armstrong and Rhonda Hitch won theCookie/Candy Categor. Congratula�ons!

MUSEUM TOWS F-16 AIRCRAFT

ON HIGHWAY 247

The Museum of Avia�on recently towed an F-16 aircra�approximately two miles up Georgia Highway 247 to Robins AirForce Base. The aircra�, once part of the Thunderbirds AerialDemonstra�on Team, was being readied for a new paint job.

The Museum gained the F-16 Falcon a year ago and is restoringit to its original Thunderbirds paint scheme. It flew as theNumber 2 and Number 3 aircra� in the Thunderbirds forma�onfrom 1982 to 1991. Thunderbird team members, who s�ll fly F-16s, are expected to help the Museum open the aircra� display.


Pictured (le� to right): Ed Rodriguez, Chamber President and JimmyWalker, City President for SunMark Community Bank.

Pictured: F-16 aircra� being towed approximately two miles up GeorgiaHighway 247 to Robins Air Force Base.

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MGTC AND PULASKI STATE PRISON CELEBRATE

RIBBON CUTTING FOR EQUINE RESCUE PROGRAM

State and local leaders recently came together for a ribboncu�ng ceremony celebra�ng a successful partnership formedbetween three state agencies: the Georgia Department ofCorrec�ons, the Georgia Department of Agriculture, and MiddleGeorgia Technical College (MGTC). The partnership will providean equine rescue program at Pulaski State Prison (PSP) inHawkinsville and at the same �me, provide inmates withvoca�onal training for successful re-entry into society.

This program, which operates without the use of tax dollars, isfinancially supported by the Georgia Equine Rescue League, theGeorgia Horse Council, and other organiza�ons and individuals.Under the direc�on of instructors and horse care professionals,inmates at the prison provide proper care and nurturing forabused and neglected horses and donkeys that have beenrescued by the Department of Agriculture. In turn, inmatesreceive college credit and earn an animal caretaker andveterinary technician cer�ficate form MGTC.

KEEPING WARNER ROBINS BEAUTIFUL AWARDS

Awards recently were given out from Keep Warner RobinsBeau�ful. Awards went to CVS Pharmacy, Feagin Mill, and Mr.And Mrs. John Goldston.

CVS Pharmacy located at 805 Russell Parkway received theBusiness of The Month award from Keep Warner RobinsBeau�ful. The Clean Campus Award went to Feagin Mill MiddleSchool, who received the award from the Central Georgia Boardof Realtors (CGBR) and Keep Warner Robins Beau�ful (KWRB).And the home of Mr. and Mrs. John Goldston was selected toreceive the Keep Warner Robins Beau�ful Home of the MonthAward. Congratula�ons!

ZAXBY’S BECOMES CHARTER MEMBER OF

MGTC TITANS BOOSTER CLUB

Zaxby’s of Warner Robins is the first business partner to becomea charter member of the Middle Georgia Technical College(MGTC) Titan’s Booster Club. Highway 96 Zaxby’s AssistantManager Josh Blackburn recently presented MGTC’s Director ofStudent Support Services Bruce Foster with their dona�on tothe Booster Club.

“We are so excited to have Zaxby’s as our first business partnerin the booster club,” said Foster. “We are con�nually looking toexpand our connec�on between our club sports program andthe community and this is a great first step for us as we moveforward with MGTC sports.”

Zaxby’s Franchisee Will Conner agreed to support the clubsports program at MGTC both financially and within theHighway 96 loca�on. A framed Titans jersey now hangs in theves�bule of the restaurant.

the People, the Places, and the Pleasures that make Warner Robins and Perry


Pictured: Zaxby’s Assistant Manager Josh Blackburn accepts a framedTitan jersey for display at their Highway 96 loca�on from MGTCDirector of Student Support Services Bruce Foster.

Pictured (le� to right): Jack Steed, KWRB; Mrs. Goldston; TerryDuernberger, KWRB; Mr. Goldston; Mary Ealer, KWRB; and David Carr,KWRB.

Happy Birthday!

Hunter WhiteAge 6 on April 17

Son of Vickie and Derek WhiteBrother of Aaron and Bryce

Rene NevilleCelebrated age 60

on April 23

Cameron Keyon TolbertAge 2 on April 10

Son of Luchina and Alex Tolbert

Brother of Calvin

Stork Watch!

Haylee Savannah DoyleBorn on January 6

7 lbs. 12.5 oz., 21 in.Daughter of Stephanie and Patrick Doyle

Dr. Kevin BucholtzCelebrated on April 1

Ben DamronCelebra�ng on

May 11

Jacob LawsonAge 2 on May 24

Son of Dr. Bridget Trogden and Dewayne Lawson

Sydney Grace PlaxicoAge 1 on May 10

Daughter of Elisha and Tyler Plaxico

Kaden Pierce Underwood Born February 25

6 lbs., 9 oz. and 19 in.Parents of Katie Ezell and Kyle Underwood

Anniversary!

Em FergussonCelebrating on

May 3

Jim and Pam ThorneCelebrated their 20th Wedding Anniversary

on April 15


Trenton Walker LewisBorn on March 205 lbs. 3 oz., 19 in.

Son of Brittany and Derek Lewis

Pathfinder of the Month: A role model for our community’s youth.

Caitlin Rossis this month’s Around Town – WarnerRobins/Perry magazine pathfinder for the month of May because of herinvolvement in several community-related projects. Caitlin is an ac�ve,energe�c 18 year-old who hasexperienced success throughout heracademic career. Caitlin says she kept upher 4.0 grade point average because shewas taught to set aside �me every day inorder to study. “My mom is a high schoolprincipal, in fact, she always made mestudy when I was younger,” says Caitlin.“And then when I got to high school, Ihad to work a lot harder than I hadbefore to keep my 4.0.” Using her �mewisely and planning ahead has allowedCaitlin to master the incredible skill ofmul�-tasking.

Caitlin’s current course load includes twoadvanced placement classes (Chemistryand Calculus), plus English 102 through

dual enrollment at Georgia MilitaryCollege. She was also a par�cipant in theCapstone Summer Honors Program at theUniversity of Alabama last summer,where she earned seven college credits.

During her freshman year, Caitlin decidedto take a drama elec�ve. She quicklyfound out she had stage fright, so herdrama teacher decided to encourage herto work on the technical side of drama.She worked on set designs and readscripts. “By my sophomore year, Ibecame stage manager and by my junioryear, I was head assistant director,” saysCaitlin. Now, as a senior, Caitlin performson stage and says she’s not too scared toact anymore. “It takes about 15 hours aweek of rehearsal �me, if not, more,”explains Caitlin, on her weekly �mecommitment.

Working in drama has taught Caitlinmany skills, including how to work withpeople; how to plan; and how to marketto the community. “You have to helpyour crew… I call newspapers and T.V.people and talk to them about pu�ng uson the air,” says Caitlin. One of the mostrewarding aspects of drama, Caitlin says,includes performing plays and dona�ngsome of the proceeds to a charity. Thisyear, their show en�tled, “The YellowBoat” (which is about a boy whocontracted aids in the 1980’s because ofhis hemophilia), raised money for afounda�on.

Her involvement with the community,and contribu�on in spreading a posi�vemessage towards teens is inspira�onal.Caitlin is member of a club called ArriveAlive, which works to spread an upli�ingmessage for teenagers and youngchildren. The club promotes safe drivingand not drinking or doing drugs. “I’ll getto go and talk to other kids some�mes

about [drugs and drinking],” says Caitlin.

Caitlin enjoys working with children. Thisfall, she will be a�ending the Universityof Georgia, where she plans to earn herundergraduate degree and eventuallyenter law school. “I’ve always wanted towork with children and I’d like to workwith foster care and be a child’s advocatea�orney,” says Caitlin.

Her dedica�on to working with childrenis something Caitlin would like to seecon�nue even a�er she graduates fromhigh school. She currently works as avolunteer at Kings Chapel, where sheteaches children Bible verses andfacilitates various ac�vi�es. “Me andsome of the other high school girls are incharge of the games,” explains Caitlin.She also volunteers for Big Brothers, BigSisters at Morningside, and says sheenjoys being a big sister. “It’s fun to see[my li�le sister],” explains Caitlin. “Wecome from different backgrounds, but it’sfun to see all the seniors who are hangingout with the sixth graders – to see howwe interact with them, and see howthey’re able to talk with us.”

Caitlin says she has learned how tointeract with people on many differentlevels when she had the opportunity toa�end the University of Alabama’scapstone program last summer. “Doing alot of volunteer and community workhelped me to deal with the situa�onwhere I had to live with 40 other highschoolers, whom I had never met,” saysCaitlin. She adds that she truly enjoyshelping to raise money for variousorganiza�ons and feels prepared for herfuture life in college.

Congratula�ons Caitlin and best wishes inyour future endeavors!

Do you know someone who is leading the way? To nominate a Pathfinder, e-mail [email protected], or call (478) 474-1999.

Please include the name and contact information of the person you are nominating, along with a brief description of why you believe the person is a Pathfinder.

Caitlin Ross – May’s Pathfinder

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>> Summer CampsCAMP LITTLE SHOT

Camp Li�leShot will beheld May 23 – 27at the RockEagle 4 –Hcamp inEatonton, GA.This overnightcamp aims toprovide

children with Diabetes with experiencesthey will remember for a life�me.

Camp Li�le Shot is a unique overnightcamping experience for children ages

6 – 18 years who have DiabetesMellitus. Camp Li�le Shot is a co-edcamp where all campers, and manystaff members, have insulin-dependentDiabetes. Children will have theopportunity to par�cipate in many funac�vi�es, as with tradi�onal camps. Inaddi�on, a strong emphasis will beplaced on Diabetes educa�on. CampLi�le Shot believes that Diabeteseduca�on is important, and necessary,for children with Diabetes to be able tolive healthy, produc�ve, and “normal”lifestyles, while also maintaining controlover their condi�on. Camp Li�le Shotis staffed with a medical staff consis�ng

of doctors, nurses, and a nutri�onist. For 29 years, Camp Li�le Shot has beenoffered to children for free. Only a fewfree medical camps are available forchildren in the United States, andMiddle Georgia children are lucky tohave the opportunity that Camp Li�leShot provides. Fundraising events areheld throughout the year, andcontribu�ons on any level are greatlyappreciated.

For more informa�on, call The JonesCenter at (478) 746-8626, or visitwww.campli�leshot.com orwww.thejonescenter.com.

FIT & FIRM SUMMER KIDS FITNESS BOOT CAMP

Summer Kids Fitness Boot Camp(June 1 – July 31)

Kids ages 4 – 15 will par�cipate invarious types of fitness ac�vi�es suchas circuit training, dance, kickboxing,yoga, strengthening & toning, fitnessgames, and more! Camp par�cipantswill become fit while having fun in achallenging, posi�ve group se�ng. Theworkouts are ever changing andengaging.

Camp will be taught by Ma�e Horsley,a cer�fied fitness instructor that iscer�fied in group fitness, children’s

fitness, yoga, pilates, boot camp,kickboxing, zumba, and CPR/First Aid.Ma�e has more than 20 yearsexperience teaching fitness; 12 yearsexperience in the Army; and has acompleted background check.

Classes:Ages 4 – 6 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.(Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)

Ages 7 – 9 from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.(Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)

Ages 10 – 15 from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.(Monday, Wednesday, and Friday)

Cost:$108 paid in full for 9 week camp$15 to pay weekly$6 to pay per class

Summer Kids Fitness Boot Camp will beheld at Fit & Firm Fitness for Womenlocated at 198 South Houston LakeRoad in Warner Robins.

To register, visitwww.fitandfirmforwomen.com

For more informa�on, call Ma�eHorsley at (478) 971-0730 or emailma�[email protected].

CAMP WESTFIELDJune 8 – 11Art Camp (rising K – 5th grade)1:30 – 4 p.m., $85Cheerleading (rising 1st – 6th grade)10 a.m. – 12 p.m., $75Cheerleading (rising 7th and 8th grade) 1 – 3:30 p.m., $90Boys Basketball (rising 7th – 8th grade)10 a.m. – 12 p.m., $75Drawing for Absolute BeginnersSession I (Adults 18+), 6 – 8 p.m., $80/session

June 15 – 18Boys Basketball (rising 1st – 3rd grade) 9 – 11:30 a.m., $75Boys Basketball (rising 4th – 6th grade) 1 – 3 p.m., $75Drawing for Absolute Beginners Session II(Adults 18+), 6 – 8 p.m., $80 per session

June 15 – 19Dr. Seuss is on the Loose!(rising K – 4th grade), 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., $75

Kiddie Kooking (rising 1st – 4th grade)1:15 – 3:15 p.m., $65

SAT Prep Workshop (rising 10th – 12th grade), 9 am – 1 pm,$125

Summer Step Dance (rising 5th – 8th grade)10 a.m. – 12 p.m., $65

Summer Step Dance(rising 9th – 12th grade), 1 – 3 p.m., $65

June 22 – 25Baseball (rising 1st – 7th grade)9 a.m. – 3 p.m., $125 (bring sack lunchs)

Girls Sports Camp (rising 3rd – 8th grade)9 a.m. – 3 p.m., $125 full day/ $75 half day;family of two+ $175 full day/ $125 half day

June 22 – 26Camp Read-A-Lot (rising 1st – 3rd grade)

1:30 – 3:30 p.m., $65

June 29 – July 2Building Self-Esteem: Beauty 101(rising 6th – 9th grade), 9:30 – 11:30 a.m., $90

July 7 – 10Milk and Macaroni Manners(rising Pre-K – 1st grade), 9 – 11:30 a.m., $65Mini Manners (rising 2nd – 4th grade)1:30 – 4 p.m., $65Express Yourself! Crea�ve Wri�ng Workshop(rising 6th grade and up), 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., $65

July 13 – 16Ac�ng Up (rising 5th – 8th grade)9 – 11:30 a.m., $65Manners Ma�er (rising 9th – 12th grade)12:30 – 3 p.m. (lunch provided), $85SAT Prep Workshop (rising 10th – 12th grade) 9 am – 1 pm, $125

For informa�on, call (478) 987-0547, orvisit www.wes�ieldschool.org.


>> Summer CampsFORT VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY

Summer Kids University (June 1 – 26)Ages: 6 to 14Times: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; before and a�ercare is available 7 a.m. – 5:45 p.m. foran addi�onal $55 per week.Cost: Early bird registra�on is $149 per

week; a�er May 16, the cost will be$189 per week. Parents are required toa�end one of two orienta�on sessions:May 16 at 11 a.m. or May 30 at 11 a.m.Summer Kids University day camp willoffer children ac�vi�es such as dance,tennis, and cra�s alongside fun classesin science, math, reading development,journalism, fashion design, and art, toname a few! Each week, students willhave the opportunity to sign up fordifferent classes.

Classes include: Basketball, tennis,wrestling, dance Spanish, signlanguage, math, reading development,science and health, beginning

journalism, fashion design, commercialdesign, compu�ng, cra�s, e�que�e,and drama.

Summer Kids University day camp islocated at Fort Valley State University’sWarner Robins Center, 151 OsigianBoulevard in Warner Robins. Registra�on forms are available at theWarner Robins Center, or can bedownloaded atwww.fvsu.edu/academics/extended-educa�on/summer-kids-university. The first week’s tui�on is due withregistra�on.

For more informa�on, call 953-0580.

MIDSUMMER MACON

MidSummerMacon’s ArtsDiscovery andJunior ArtsDiscovery DayCamps exposeyoung studentsto five major artdisciplines:music, dance,theater, visual

arts, and crea�ve wri�ng. Regardless ofthe student's level of experience,classes emphasize crea�vity whileteaching the fundamental skills andconcepts used in all disciplines.

Classes may include drawing, pain�ng,clay, crea�ve movement, crea�vewri�ng, storytelling, music, ac�ng,dance, puppetry, or miming. Sessionsare non-repe��ve. Campers bring asack lunch and drink. A mid-a�ernoonsnack and recrea�onal ac�vi�es areprovided each day.

Arts Discovery Day Camp (Ages 5 – 9)Loca�on: Saint Paul's Episcopal Church,753 College Street in Macon.Dates: Session 1: June 8 – 12; Session 2: June 15 – 19; Session 3:June 22 – 25. Cost: $125 per week

Junior Arts Discovery Day Camp(Ages 10 – 13)Loca�on: Saint Paul's Episcopal Church,753 College Street in Macon. Dates: Session 1: June 8 – 12; Session 2: June 15 – 19; Session 3: June 22 – 25; Cost: $125 per week

Schedule for ALL camps: Monday – Friday, Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Morning drop-off is from 8 – 8:45 a.m.A�ernoon pick-up is from 5 – 5:30 p.m.

For more informa�on, call (478) 757-5174, or visitwww.midsummermacon.org.

KINGDOM IMPACT

Camp Impact (June 1 – July 31)Ages: Kindergarten – 5th grade.Times: Programs run from 8:30 a.m. –4:30 p.m. Camp Impact opens at 7 a.m.and closes at 5:30 p.m.Loca�on: New Hope Interna�onalCost: $125/child per week (includesfield trips and meals). $25 non-refundable registra�on fee per family.

Camp Impact ac�vi�es will includeSpecialty camps at Kingdom Impact’srecrea�on facility.

Kingdom Impact Specialty CampsJune 1 and 2: Cheer Camp for ages 4 – 12, 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Bring sack lunch; $45 per camper.

June 3 and 4: School Team Stunt Campfrom 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bring sacklunch; $25 per camper.

June 8 and 9: Dance Camp for ages 7 – 14 from 5:30 – 9 p.m. Bring snack;$45 per camper.

June 10 and 11: Dance Camp for ages14+ from 5:30 – 9 p.m. Bring snack;$45 per camper.

June 15 and 16: Preschool Combo Camp from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Bringsnack; $25 per camper.

July 27 and 28: Cheer Camp for ages 4 – 12 from 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Bringsack lunch; $45 per camper.

July 29 – 31: Game Day/ Pep RallyMaterial Camp from 8 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.Bring sack lunch; $60 per camper.

Private camps are available uponrequest.

Registra�on forms for Camp Impact areavailable at New Hope Interna�onal; call(478) 953-7898. Kingdom ImpactSpecialty Camps can register online atwww.kingdom-impact.com; call (478) 225-9292

Summer Events << LANE SOUTHERN ORCHARDS

Fun for the whole family is just a fewmiles away! Lane Southern Orchardsis a family opera�on that farms over2,700 acres of peach trees and 2,100acres of pecans. Visitors canpar�cipate in orchard tours andpacking line tours. Call (478) 825-3362 for tour �mes and to makereserva�ons. Enjoy: peaches, pecans,fresh produce, farm tours, peachtreecafé, southern gourmet shoppe, justpeachy gi� shop, and homemadepeach cobbler and ice cream.Loca�on: Hwy. 96 East & 50 LaneRoad, Fort Valley, GA (I-75, Exit 142)www.lanesouthernorchards.com

GEORGIA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM

Summer Enrichment Program: “OurPerfect Planet.” June 22 – 26 and July 6 – 10, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Childrenwill learn all aspects of the planetand celebrate the world aroundthem through arts and cra�s, music,dance, ac�ng, sports, and more!Each day's ac�vi�es focus ondifferent aspects of our world:Monday is Earth; Tuesday is NorthAmerica; Wednesday is the UnitedStates; Thursday is Georgia; andFriday is Macon. Cost: $175 per childfor members; $200 per child for non-members. Open to children grades 1– 6. For more informa�on, call (478)755-9539.

ISR OF MIDDLE GEORGIASWIM LESSONS

Offering na�onally recognized InfantSwimming Resource techniques.

• Children 6 months – 6 years learn self-rescue swimming skills

• Instructors are highly trained and cer�fied

• All lessons are private – no group lessons!

• Morning and evening lessons available March – September

• Lessons in Macon and Warner Robins; all pools are heated.

For more informa�on, call (478) 218-2867 or (478)538-6810;visit www.infantswim.com.

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Celebrating Military Appreciation Month >> thanking the men and women that serve our nation

t’s not every day that we get tothank the brave men and womenwho serve our na�on. In 1999,Congress designated May as

Na�onal Military Apprecia�on Month toshow recogni�on and apprecia�on toindividuals on ac�ve duty in all branchesof the services, including the Na�onalGuard, and Reserves, re�rees, veterans,and all of their families. Around Town –Warner Robins/Perry magazine is joiningthe Middle Georgia community to thankthe men, women, and families who workand support Robins Air Force Base byrecognizing their involvement within thecommunity.

For years, Robins Air Force Base personnelhave been providing invaluable service tothe community. One of Georgia’s largestemployers, Robins Air Force Base employsmore than 25,584 civilian, contractor, andmilitary members. Residents who havelived in Warner Robins for decades creditthe Base with how transient, family-friendly, and progressive the town is.

Air Force personnel have proven to be avital resource to the community. “We’vegot the community coming to us andasking for help, “says Mike Bullard,community readiness technician for the78th Force Support Squadron, Airman and

Family Readiness Center. “Thisrela�onship that Robins and thecommunity has had for years andyears – there’s no breaking that.”The willingness on the part ofmilitary personnel to engage incommunity service is part of whatmakes Warner Robins unique.“When people look at the Baseout here, they some�mes forgetthat the people who work hereare part of the community,” saysEd Drohan, 78th Air Base WingPublic Affairs. “They live in thecommunity; they shop there; andthey a�end church there; so theyare part of the community.”

And these dedicated volunteershave one simple goal in mind: tohelp others and make their owncommunity a be�er place.Community work performed bythese volunteers varies greatly.“One of the main things we do iswork with the Houston CountyBoard of Educa�on,” says LisaHam, Chief of CommunityRela�ons, 78th Air Base Wing.“We send a lot of militaryvolunteers out to the differentschools for test proctors.” A testproctor volunteer is needed tohelp teachers monitor studentswhile they take their tests.Currently, schools are working onCRCT tests. Over 100 militaryvolunteers have been sent out to

help with the tes�ng. Military volunteersare also heavily involved with career days,where they have the opportunity to talkabout their profession.

Another organiza�on at Robins Air ForceBase that supplies the community withmany volunteers is The Airman and Familyand Readiness Center, which provides avolunteer resource program. “Any of thepoten�al individuals that think they wantto get into the volunteer arena, are putthrough an orienta�on,” explains Bullard.“We get some of their skills, and by thepaperwork they fill out, we see wherethey would be a good fit within thecommunity.” This par�cular organiza�onhas partnered with various communityins�tu�ons such as the Red Cross, CASA(Court Appointed Special Advocates), TheHumane Society, and Rainbow House.

Robins Air Force personnel also func�onas volunteers on Base. “It could be ourlegal office needing volunteers orsomeplace else,” says Bullard. “We havevolunteers within our readiness centerthat help, whether it’s making pillowcasesfor our deployed families – they’re thereto help and support.” Bullard also reportsthat there are a number of volunteercoordinators that keep track of volunteerhours and ac�vi�es. “There’s hundredsand hundreds more volunteers that arenot iden�fied,” says Bullard, “But of the360 volunteers that have been iden�fied,they volunteered for more than 42,000hours in 2008, and there are many morehours that have not been accounted for.”

Trying to determine how many volunteercoordinators is an equally hard task.“There’s a lot of private organiza�ons onBase that volunteer in the community,”says Ham; “So, it’s hard to pinpoint anexact number.” Awards are given out inrecogni�on of the volunteers and the hardwork they perform in the community.

Support Military Apprecia�on Day and thecommunity service these brave men andwomen perform.

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any families will be celebratingMother’s Day this

month. In honor ofrecognizing the women inour lives, Around Town –Warner Robins/Perrymagazine is taking theopportunity to honorEXCEPTIONALWOMEN INHOUSTON COUNTYfor their great achievementsand dedication to thecommunity. Join in andhelp us recognize theseexceptional women.

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BOBBIE MORRIS

Bobbie has been the Execu�veDirector with Volunteer HoustonCounty, a United Way Agency, for10 and a half years. At VolunteerHouston County, she hasdeveloped the largest youthservice corps in the southeastregion of the United States. Eachsummer, more than 300 youthprovide approximately 14,000volunteer hours to the communityas counselor assistants, teacherassistants, junior pet therapists,senior center assistants to theac�vi�es director, and more.Staying very ac�ve in theleadership of our community,Bobbie has volunteered her �me tomany organiza�ons and theirboards. She has chaired the Boardof Trustees for Kids’ Journey, thecommunity’s Family Connec�onsCollabora�ve and, at this �me, isvery ac�ve with the Warner RobinsAquanauts, a community non-profit aqua�c organiza�on. Asvice-chair this year, Bobbie isworking with this dynamicorganiza�on in strategic planningand evalua�on.

LEILA ANDERSON

In February 1997, Leila Andersonbecame the Execu�ve Director ofthe Houston County Commissionon Children and Youth, with Kids’Journey, a Houston County FamilyConnec�on Ini�a�ve. Kids’Journey is a legislated authorityand recognized as the bodyresponsible for conduc�ngcommunity needs assessments;developing a strategic plan foraddressing the needs and gaps insuppor�ve services for high riskchildren and families; andiden�fying resources to supportthese services. Anderson hasworked in various social servicese�ngs in Houston County since1984, beginning with an internshipat Houston County Department ofFamily and Children Services withthe Foster Care Division, and thenas a Summer Youth EmploymentCounselor with Middle GAConsor�um. She also served as theDirector of the Salva�on Army SafeHouse; as a Houston County Boardof Educa�on Pre-K Family ServicesCoordinator; opened Hodac’sGateway Co�age; and currently isworking with Kids’ Journey.Through her leadership, Kids’Journey has been selected to pilotseveral community ini�a�ves.


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JACQUELINE MCGHEE

Jacqueline McGhee is a counselorat Northside Middle School inWarner Robins. She has been inthis capacity for 4 years.Previously, she taught MiddleGrades Physical Science at WarnerRobins Middle School and MaconCounty Middle School. She servesas the a�erschool coordinator for21st Century Learning CentersProgram, which provides a safe andengaging learning environment forstudents in the a�ernoon.Jacqueline also is President ofFriends of Northside MiddleSchool, which is a nonprofitorganiza�on that raises funds tosupport the students and familiesat Northside Middle School. Shealso serves as the Co-Chair of theYouth Development Strategy Teamwhich creates and supportsprograms for at risk students andfamilies in Houston County.Jacqueline strives to providespecific skills and informa�on in aproac�ve, preven�ve manner toensure that all students have theopportunity to achieve academicsuccess and become contribu�ngmembers of society. She is amember of Georgia SchoolCounselor Associa�on and theAmerican School CounselorAssocia�on.

KEMBERLIE SANDERSON

Kemberlie Sanderson began workat Rainbow House Children’sResource Center in August 2003 asthe Preven�on Programs Directorun�l August 2005. She worked as aFirst Steps coordinator, conductedschool and community preven�onprograms, including body safetyclasses, and planned communityac�vi�es for child abusepreven�on month. Kemberlie hasbeen a member of Safe Kids ofHouston County since 2003, whereshe volunteers as a car safety seattechnician. In August 2005,Kemberlie was chosen to lead theRainbow House as the Execu�veDirector. She currently oversees abudget of $250,000; a staff of four;manages federal, state, and localgrants; and oversees preven�onprograms and services of the childadvocacy center at RainbowHouse. In 2009, Kemberlie waselected Vice President of the Boardof Directors for the Children’sAdvocacy Centers of Georgia, anorganiza�on she has been servingsince 2007. She also recentlyjoined the Child Protec�ve ServicesCommi�ee, a ci�zen review panelfor the State of Georgia,established from the federal ChildAbuse Preven�on and TreatmentAct.

PATTI CONLEY

Pa� Conley has been employedwith Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS)for seven and a half years, and waspreviously employed by theHouston County Board ofEduca�on for almost five years as aMentoring Coordinator. Shecurrently holds the posi�on ofDirector of Program Services withBBBS. She supervises theprogram’s staff, as they providementoring services to 15 coun�es.She also coordinates several localprograms, including the REACHprogram which involves militaryand civil service employees fromRobins Air Force Base who workwith children in elementaryschools. Pa� was involved in theplanning and development for theprogram for over a decade andcon�nues to be involved on a dailybasis. Giving back to thecommunity is very important toPa�. She also func�ons as acoordinator for a program calledACE-E, which pairs middle schoolstudents at two local schools withvolunteers who help childrenexplore their interests in math andscience. Pa� was interested inmentoring children and wanted tobe proac�ve and help solve someof the problems that affect thecommunity.

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honda Mincey knew somethingneeded to be done when shefound out numerous girls were

placed on wai�ng lists to be mentored.She decided to start a program in theAtlanta area five years ago to address theneed for young girls to a�end a programthat addressed team building, self-esteem, decision-making, and careerexplora�on. “In my neighborhood, Iwould drive around and see girls aimlesslyjust wandering from house to house withno direc�on,” says Rhonda. “I saw theneed for young girls to go where theywere valued and loved… especially onSaturdays.”

Rhonda wanted to offer more than justcheerleading or dance classes. “At the�me, I had a daughter that was 13, and Iwas looking for a place for her to go to,”explains Rhonda. “So, in my quest to findsomething for her, and in addi�on toseeing the girls in my own community notreally having a place to go, it wasimpressed upon me to be the person tostart something.” She was unsure what tocall the program or what the details wouldwork out to be, but Rhonda used herpersonal experiences to create a programthat would address the various social and

emo�onal needs of girls aged 11 to 19years. “I would always tell my owndaughter, she was made for more,” saysRhonda. “By me reitera�ng to her that,‘you’re made for more – think of yourselfmore highly,’ that’s when the name cameto me.”

Made 2B More began in the Atlanta area,where Rhonda was able to use the Boysand Girls Club facility for the girls to meet.Through personal friends, she ran a publicservice announcement on the radio and alocal community newspaper ran a story onthe program. Rhonda was also featuredon TBSStoryline,which

highlightedher dedica�onto helping younggirls. “Young women are told by themedia who they should be, who theyshould look like, but they have very fewrole models in life telling them the truth

about true beauty and who theyshould become,” says Rhonda. Theprogram aims to help girls achievetheir highest poten�al.

The girls meet approximately three�mes per month, where theypar�cipate in a number of ac�vi�es,including specialized sessions thatinvolve role playing, exploring varioussocial and emo�onal topics, andlistening to special guest speakers.Made 2B More consists of twoprograms: the “Leaders" program and"S.I.S.T.E.R.S." (stay in school to excel,rise, and succeed) program. TheLeaders program lasts for one year,beginning in August and goes throughMay. At the end, a ceremony is held.

Topics such as self-esteem, abs�nence,peer-pressure, media madness,decision-making, goal-se�ng,leadership, life-skills, and much more

are explored. Another important aspectto the program includes communityservice, where these young girlspar�cipate in giving back.

In 2007, Rhonda decided to move herfamily to Middle Georgia. She launchedthe program shortly a�er moving andMade 2B More currently is being offeredin Perry. “Coming to Perry, a smallertown, a more rural area, I realized that Iwanted to start up the program here aswell,” says Rhonda, who describes hercommitment and passion to reach theseyoung girls as a burning desire. “We askthese young girls what they are made tobe,” says Rhonda. “And they’ll finish thatsentence by saying, “I’m made to be aleader” – they’ll own that sentence.”

Sessions are held one Saturday per monthat the Perry recrea�on center, and theS.I.S.T.E.R.S program is held at a high-riskschool in Warner Robins. “Once a week,we’ll go to Crossroads and have a sessionwith girls,” says Rhonda. “To be able totalk with these girls about life skills anddecision-making encourages and helpsthem understand what they’re doing.”Rap sessions are held, where the girls candiscuss what they want to talk about,along with journaling and public speaking.Although the girls meet once a month onSaturdays in Perry for the Leadersprogram, Rhonda hopes the program willcon�nue to grow. “We have some girlsfrom a group home in Macon that drivedown here to be with us; however, thisprogram is open for all girls who have adesire to be different from their peers,”says Rhonda. “Our goal is to change themindset of our young girls and help themto reach their full poten�al.”

Made 2B More has received local supportfrom the community, including a grantfrom Wal-Mart, and meal coupons fromChick-Fil-A. The program is in need offinancial support as well as sessionfacilitators.

To get involved, make a tax-deduc�bledona�on, or for more informa�on visitwww.made2bmore.org or call Rhonda at(478) 731-2664.

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Our great Robins Region con�nues toearn na�onal and interna�onaldis�nc�on. A few months ago, wewere selected by Business Weekmagazine as the number one place inGeorgia in which to live and raise kids.Just recently, we were selected bySouthern Dis�nc�on magazine as oneof the top places in which to re�re.

The Robins Region includes many greatcommuni�es across several coun�es.But no one has ever really developed atrue brand for our region – a brandthat we can use to promote ourselvesto the rest of the world.

The Warner Robins Area Chamber ofCommerce Marke�ng & Branding Commi�ee, chaired by PastChairman Brad Fink, has embarked on a long-term project toresearch, iden�fy, and implement a “brand” for our region.Ini�ally, this region will encompass the areas of Peach, Houston,and Bibb Coun�es.

Why are we doing this? Consider the f ollowing: More than 200of our members are located outside of Houston County, and yetthe primary economic engine of all of Middle Geor gia is locatedhere in our own front yard! That engine of course is Robins AirForce Base!

Our members view the Warner Robins Area Chamber as aregional organiza�on and we view our role as a regional one.Houston County is the second largest county in Middle Georgia.However, popula�on trends since 2000 suggest we will be thelargest county in just a few years.

But regardless of our size, we all know we are part of a largerregion that includes many great communi�es and coun�es.When something good happens in one of these c ommuni�es,it's a good thing for all of us. A r egional brand would help usput our best foot forward – as a team of communi�es – beforethe na�on and world. We are proud to be working on a projectthat we hope will bring together all the great communi�es inour region.

The goal of a good regional brand is to provide ALL of thecommuni�es in our region with tools they can use to promotethemselves, while maintaining their own iden��es, name, andindividual character. The Chamber has partnered with the J.Whitney Bun�ng School of Business at Georgia College & StateUniversity to help us research and develop a regional brand.Various research classes at both the undergraduate andgraduate level are involved, and a mul�-phase research processhas begun. The process involves ci�zen surveys, focus groups,in-person interviews, and more.

Our survey of ci�zens from all three coun�es will include arandom representa�ve sample from across the region. Ci�zeninput will help set the direc�on for this project as it movesforward throughout 2009 and beyond.

NEW BRANDING COMES TOTHE ROBINS REGION

by Ed Rodriguez

Ed RodriguezPresident & CEOWarner Robins AreaChamber(478) 922-8585

When I was a young boy being rearedin Eastern Kentucky, I rememberMemorial Day being the day when myMom and Dad, and grandparents wentto the cemetery and placed pre�yflowers and wreaths on our rela�ves’graves, who had deceased yearsbefore. I remember it was always avery solemn �me and there wereoccasionally some tears being shed asthey remembered our loved ones in�mes past.

Somehow, those folks in EasternKentucky, who were mainly coalminers or farmers, were verydedicated and devoted to this holiday.I can’t remember them not beingthere on Memorial Day. The amazing

thing is the en�re cemetery was always full of other familiesremembering their loved ones as well. One thing that alwaysstood out to me on Memorial Day was seeing United Statesflags on the graves of deceased Veterans. It seemed soappropriate and patrio�c to see those flags on the Veterans’graves.

A�er gradua�ng from high school, I enlisted in the Air Forceand spent more than 26 years travelling around the world andthe country. Being in the ser vice and par�cipa�ng in keepingthis country free really makes one stop and think about whatbeing patrio�c really means. In my opinion, to be patrio�c, onemust love this country and care for it and what it stands for.Folks that have fought for freedom, in my opinion, somehowseem to appreciate it a li�le more than the average person.And I know it ’s an old cliché, but "freedom really isn’t free.”Many brave soldiers paid the ul�mate price for the freedom weenjoy today and that’s what Memorial Day is all about.

On a recent visit to a cemetery on Memorial Day, here inWarner Robins, I no�ced how dedicated those folks were inpaying respect to our deceased soldiers by placing li�leAmerican flags on their graves. Those folks really care aboutthese Veterans, or they wouldn’t be doing that, and I thoughtthat was so very patrio�c. Showing respect to those whoserved and protected our freedom is why Memorial Day willalways be a patrio�c day to me and to a lot of my Veteranfriends.

Ben Damron was born in Pikeville, Kentucky on May 11, 1944. Hegraduated from Virgie High School in K entucky and a�endedCommunity College of the Air Force. He worked as Commander, for theVFW Post 6605 in Warner Robins for three years and is now a re �redUnited States Air Force as SMSgt.

Ben DamronRetired USAF (SMSgt)Commander,VFW Post 6605 inWarner Robins(478) 922-2154

MEMORIAL DAY IS APATRIOTIC DAY TO ME

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There are many reasons for feelingthat life in Houston County isrewarding. Prominent among thesereasons are the opportuni�es offeredto our children by churches and localgovernments. Summer ac�vi�es is agood example. There will be manyVaca�on Bible Schools as well asrecrea�onal opportuni�es offered forour young people.

The Vaca�on Bible Schools (VBS) willoffer the chance for young people toforge friendships and to exploreimportant themes in the Scriptures.These weeks of Bible study also willafford adults the chance to volunteerand minister to our children. Sacred

Heart will offer our VBS this June. VBS is f or children who willenter Kindergarten through 6th Grade next fall. The childrenwill have fun while they learn more about Jesus through cra�s,lessons, games, and songs! Registra�on is through our churchoffice.

The many summer ac�vi�es offered throughout the county willafford children the chance to develop mind, body, and spirit.No doubt this is a good alterna�ve to si�ng in front of a T.V.screen or an internet monitor all day. These ac�vi�es will offerprecisely that: ac�vity, instead of the passivity encouraged bytelevision programs or computer screens.

It is said that it takes a village to raise a child. The summerac�vi�es provided by churches’ municipali�es accentuate thistruth. For many families, both parents are required to workoutside the home. The VBS and r ecrea�onal ac�vi�es providea safe and produc�ve venue for families. No doubt manyfamilies will take advantage of these opportuni�es.

Houston County has a growing popula�on. But the County s�llhas a small town feel about it (except for traffic conges�on).One of the main reasons for this small town feel is the numberof churches in the area and ac�ve municipal recrea�ondepartments. They are both good reasons to be thankful forthe blessings we enjoy in this area.

On May 25, 1968, Deacon Frederick J. Nijem, Jr., entered the brand-new Saint John the Evangelist Church in Valdosta, to become the firstpriest ever ordained there. A na�ve Valdostan and 1960 graduate ofValdosta High School, Father Fred Nijem's prepara�on for ordina�on tothe priesthood included a�ending Saint Bernard's Seminary in Cullman,Alabama; Saint Mary's Seminary, Bal�more; Valdosta State College;and Loyola Graduate School of Educa�on in Bal�more. He receivedboth his Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Sacred Theology from Sain tMary's Seminary in Bal�more

Fred NijemPastorSacred Heart Catholic Church(478) 923-0124www.sacredheartwr.com

HOUSTON COUNTY HASGREAT OPPORTUNITIES

by Monsignor Fred Nijem

History of Mother’s Day in the United StatesIn the United States, the idea ofcelebra�ng Mother’s Day was firstsuggested in 1872 by Julia Ward Howeas a day dedicated to peace. Anac�vist, writer, and poet, Julia gainedfame with her famous Civil War song,“Ba�le Hymn of the Republic.” Togenerate awareness about the nobleidea, Julia wrote a passionate appealto women and urged them to riseagainst war in her famous Mother’sDay Proclama�on, wri�en in Boston in1870. She also ini�ated a Mothers’Peace Day observance on the secondSunday in June in Boston and held themee�ng for a number of years. Heridea spread, but was later replaced bythe Mother’s Day holiday nowcelebrated in May.

Founder of Mother’s Day in the United StatesAnna Jarvis is founder of Mother’s Day in the United States. It is Anna Jarvis who is recognized as the “Mother of theMother’s Day” and the “Founder of Mother’s Day.” She nevermarried and never had kids, but s�ll created a name for herselfby bestowing honor on all mothers. Anna got the inspira�on ofcelebra�ng Mother’s Day from her own mother, Anna MarieReeves Jarvis. When her mother died in 1905, Anna r esolvedto fulfill her mother ’s desire of having a Mother’s Day. To beginwith, Anna sent carna�ons in the church service in Gra�on,West Virginia to honor her mother. Carna�ons were hermother’s favorite flowers and Anna felt that they symbolized amother’s pure love. Later, Anna along with her supporterswrote le�ers to people in posi�ons of power to lobby for theofficial declara�on of Mother’s Day holiday. The hard workpaid off. By 1911, Mother’s Day was celebrated in almost everystate in the United States, and on May 8, 1914 PresidentWoodrow Wilson signed a Joint Resolu�on designa�ng thesecond Sunday in May as Mother’s Day.

Mother’s Day Global CelebrationPresently, Mother’s Day is celebrated across 46 countries(though on different dates) and is a highly popular a ffair.People across the globe have different ways of celebra�ngMother’s Day. They take the day as an opportunity to honortheir mothers by thanking them for their constant anduncondi�onal love and support. As a t oken of their love,people give flowers, cards, other type of gi�s, and some kidsarrange par�es for their sweet moms.

Some great gi� ideas available at local jewelers that will bringlas�ng memories include: gold roses, Pandora jewelry, pearlnecklace and earrings, mother ’s rings, and diamond earrings.

Van Dempsey andSam SatterfieldOwnersSatterfield & DempseyJewelers(478) [email protected]

MOTHER’S DAY

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For 13 years, I reared my two beau�fuldaughters alone. On a good day, Istruggled to make my children’s lifebe�er. On a bad day, I came face-to-face with the brutal truth of being boththe provider and the nurturer. Iworried whether or not my childrenwould be ea�ng that par�cular night,or who would be watching them whenI had to work late.

I s�ll remember the sighs of reliefwhen I turned the corner coming homein the evening, seeing the porch lighton and silently saying, “Thank you,Lord for lights, one more day,” only toworry about keeping them ontomorrow. At the end of the day, Iwould fall exhausted into my bed only

to have it all start over again the next day.

Having experienced the hardships of single paren�ng has givenme an apprecia�on for organiza�ons that help lessen theburden of single paren�ng. That is why I am so excited to sharethe Give A Kid A Chance back-to-school program, which providesclothing, medical exams, and school supplies for children ofsingle parents.

We have partnered with Parents With A Purpose, a 501©3 t axdeduc�ble charitable organiza�on to make this happen. Alladministra�ve costs are donated, and 100% of all thesedona�ons go directly to meet the needs of children of singleparents. Parents With A Purpose started the Give A Kid AChance back-to-school program in 1995 and has made itpossible for thousands of children to return to school withadequate supplies. Give a Kid a Chance provides more than$200 worth of goods and services to each child!

There are doctors, nurses, and medical assistants that donatetheir �me to provide back-to-school physicals. Each studentreceives a book bag that has been filled with school suppliesand new clothing. We offer the families a boxed lunch,entertainment, and community resources. Give A Kid A Chancealso has puppet shows and interac�ve games for the children.

For only $28 per child, we are able to provide more than $200 ingoods and services to children of single parents. Our goal is toprovide 500 children with back to school supplies. In addi�on todona�ons, we organize more than 100 volunteers for the event.You can help by giving your �me, a two-hour �me slot or all day,and you can make a difference in a child’s day.

Registra�on is Saturday, June 13, 2009 from 10 a.m. – 1:00pm.Registra�on is required!

Day of the event: Saturday, July 25 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Loca�on: The Rain Church, 257 Gunn Road in Warner Robins

GIVE A KID A CHANCE

by Melanie Pavlik

Melanie PavlikMid GA Director Give a Kid a Chance(478) [email protected]


Imagine having someone walk youthrough pregnancy and labor step-by-step; someone who will help makeyour birthing experience the way youwant it to be? It has been pr oven thatthe more relaxed you are during childbirth, the more comfortable you willfeel. Therefore, the atmospheresurrounding you during child birth hasa significant effect on your labor andbaby outcome.

A professional labor support person,known also as a doula, can offer a widerange of comfort measures duringlabor, from the use of music, massages,breathing, posi�oning, aromatherapy,con�nuous reassurance, and copingtechniques. These are just a few of the

methods a Doula can use. Doulas are specially trained, non-midwifery and non-medical labor companions that provideprenatal, labor, and postnatal support to women.

Physicians, midwives, and nurses are responsible for monitoringlabor, assessing the medical condi�on of the mother and baby,and trea�ng complica�ons when they arise. However, becauseof the way our Health Care system is designed, care providersusually are unable to stay with a woman during her en�re labor,due to the complexity of their jobs and other r esponsibili�es.Birth is an emo�onal and spiritual experience with a long-termimpact on a woman's personal well being. A doula is c onstantlyaware that the mother and her partner will r emember thisexperience throughout their lives. Having a doula, whose onlyfocus is assis�ng you in achieving an ideal birth, will mak e ahuge difference.

According to a new study in the journal Birth, a randomizedgroup of pregnant women with a doula during their labor hadthe following results: Cesarean delivery rates decreased by 12%;the need for an epidural dropped by 11%; and onques�onnaires administered a�er delivery, 100% of couples withdoula support rated their experience with the doula posi�vely. Gentle Beginning WR is a new cen ter for pregnant women inWarner Robins with a variety of products and classes includingDoula services. For more informa�on, visitwww.gentlebeginningwr.com, or call (478) 997-2005.

Wilma Matos has a BA in Social Work and an MA in Public Aff airs. Shehas worked as a doula for 10 years. She also is a c er�fied lacta�onconsultant, cer�fied childbirth educator, organizer of the MiddleGeorgia breas�eeding support group, La Leche League, and volun teerwith the First Step program. As a Doula, she has e xperience assis�nglabors at hospitals, homes, and birth centers. She recently opened theGentle Beginning center in Warner Robins, a place where pregnantwomen, breas�eeding mothers, and new parents can get support.

PREGNANT?WHAT CAN A PROFESSIONAL

LABOR SUPPORT (DOULA) DO FOR YOU?

by Wilma Matos

Wilma MatosOwnerProfessional DoulaGentle Beginning WR(478) 997-2005www.GentleBeginningWR.com

Congratula�ons to Tucker Elementaryand David Perdue Primary schools.Both have programs that recently wererecognized as School Bell Awardwinners by District 11 of GeorgiaAssocia�on of Elementary SchoolPrincipals

Tucker’s Tiger Time ini�ally focused onfostering rela�onships between at-riskstudents and an adult mentor. Therole of the adult was to encouragestudents to take responsibility for theirlearning while also improving their selfconfidence and providing them withaddi�onal resources, to tacklechallenging academic concepts.Looking for a way to make gains in test

scores; decrease report card failure rates; and increase studentmo�va�on, provided the s�mulus for the ini�al Tiger Timeconcept to be expanded.

Over the next two years, the Be�er Seeking Team (schoolleadership team) took this mentoring concept and made it evenbe�er – moving from “good” to “great.” Many more studentswere involved in the program, and along with the mentoringand rela�onship-building, a core academic focus was included.The program is dynamic and is adjusted each year in response tosurveys of teachers and students, along with forma�ve andsumma�ve data. Tiger Time leaders employ research-basedmethods with adequate data analysis and study outcomes tomaintain the integrity of the program.

Three years ago, teachers at Perdue Primary wanted to providea se�ng where students would begin building a life-long love ofreading. They quickly realized that students had to have avariety of books available to read and began placing addi�onalliterature in the Media Center and the school’s leveled bookroom. Although these added books did increase interest,teachers wanted a classroom library full of desirable booksaccessible in the classroom.

In 2007, the leadership team decided that one way for this tohappen would be to begin a Book of the Mon th Program wherea book was added to every classroom library each month.Parents no�ced a raised interest in reading by their children andwanted to help by purchasing books for classrooms. A Book ofthe Month list is given to parents in the beginning of each y earto provide an opportunity to purchase a book and donate it totheir child’s classroom in honor of their child’s family. While theschool has had to provide some funding for books notpurchased by parents and community members, that amounthas been minimal.

We have so much to celebrate in our schools! If y ou would liketo see a program at your child’s school showcased, send anemail to [email protected] and state the school andprogram name.

With more than 1,600 tennis camps inthe United States, how do you knowwhich one is best for you? Is your childthe kind of player that wants to be partof a rigorous academy se�ng? Or arethey a bit more low-key and wantsomething less serious? These are thekind of ques�ons you need to askBEFORE you sign your child up forcamp. Listed below are some of thekey quali�es you should be looking forin choosing a summer tennis camp.

Longevity. The best indicator of acamp's overall quality is its trackrecord. The longer it's been around,the be�er. Check and see how longthe camp has been in business andcheck with the local be�er businessbureau to see if there have been

complaints. Make sure they all have the proper businesslicenses from the state.

Staff Credentials. The typical summer camp will experiencesome staff changeover year to year, so ask how long the dir ectorand senior staff have been there, and what percentage of theinstructors come back. Make sure they are cer�fied by theUSPTA or PTR. Also, ask if there has been a background checkon all employees.

Student : Staff Ratios. The crucial issue is the s tudent-to-prora�o. Op�mally, that should be 4:1 or be�er. If the camp offersother ac�vi�es, find out who will be supervising them. Is it theinstruc�onal staff or other part-�me employees?

Intensity. Some camps focus almost exclusively on tennis forfour to six hours a day, while others offer a more balancedapproach that could, for example, consist of half a day of tennisand op�ons of other pursuits. If your child wants to be a worldclass player, then maybe a tennis boot camp is for you.

Level of Play. Beginners and intermediates need to focus onfundamentals, whereas more advanced or tournament playersbenefit from exposure to match play, coaching and the strategicaspects of the game. Ask your local pro what they think, orcheck out the camps in your area first before going outside thearea.

Facilities. The main thing to decide is whether you want yourchild to a�end a day camp or a sleep over camp. You may wantto check out the facility before you sign up.

Recommendations. The best way to decide on a camp is to sitdown with a respected tennis professional in your home town.Tell him what you want, and let him help you find the rightcamp.

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by Dr. Jolie Hardin

Dr. Jolie D. HardinPrincipalMatt Arthur Elementary School(478) [email protected]


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Morningside Elementary recentlyheld its second nine weeks’awards programs. Pictured arestudents who earned “PAWS forGreat Behavior.”

Miller Elementary School Pre-K children in Donna Henry’s class recentlyenjoyed a visit from Clifford the Big Red Dog. Clifford stopped by for avisit during the school’s book fair.

Dr. Eric Payne, principal ofBonaire Elementary School,recently was selected as the 2009 Georgia Dis�nguishedPrincipal for District 11.

Congratula�ons!

Perry Middle School Future BusinessLeaders of America recently a�ended theState Leadership Conference and won 11awards! They received 5th Place forCommunity Service Project. Way to go!

Brandon Munda, a senior at Houston County High School,recently was named the 2009 Region VI Student TeacherAchievement Recogni�on (STAR) student. His STAR teacheris Laura Byrd, Houston County High chemistry teacher.

Houston County HighSchool senior SarahCoonce was awarded a$1,000 scholarship bythe Warner Robins ArtAssocia�on (WRAA)during the WRAA artshow. Sarah is picturedwith her art that sheentered into thecompe��on.

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Pictured (below): 4th &5th graders Jacob Gates,Richard Urban, TarunMcFa�en, Hannah Kelly,and Kierstyn Mears.

Pictured (above): 3rd graders Allan Lee,Jacob Hornaday, and Nathaniel Signer.

Pictured above: 2nd graders Clarence Harp,Phillip Babin , Elzie Windom, andQuentavious Brown.

Middle GeorgiaTechnical College VicePresident for AdultEduca�on, BrendaBrown (pictured right),recently was recognizedfor her hard work anddedica�on to theCer�fied LiterateCommunity Project inthe service deliveryarea of Dooly, Houston, Peach, and Pulaski coun�es. Well done!

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The Houston County High School Technology Students Associa�on (TSA)recently had an impressive showing at the 2009 TSA. State Conference inAthens. Top performers include: Alaysia Permaul, 10th place in Promo�onalGraphics; Kyle White, 4th place in Technical Sketching; 3rd place inTechnology Bowl Wri�en; Jose Segarra, 7th place in Flight Endurance; 2ndplace in Technology Bowl Wri�en; and Milan Patel, placed 8th in TechnologyBowl Wri�en. The chapter finished in 12th place overall in team points outof 42 high schools from around the state.

Pictured to the right (le� to right) front row: Alaysia Permaul and JoseSegarra. Back row: Milan Patel, Edwin Vazquez, and Kyle White.

Cameron Pyle, an8th grade studentat Wes�ieldSchool, has beencasted in the TheMadison Studio ofDance Educa�on’sfull-length classicalballet produc�on,Sleeping Beauty.Cameron is thedaughter of Dr.Sallyanne Pyle andDr. Rick Ellis ofWarner Robins.

Sacred Heart Catholic School 5th gradestudent Nick Lewis (pictured above)recently took 1st place in the Historycategory of the State Social Studies Fair.


Perry High FCCLA won the State News Award for submi�ng theirchapters’ events and ac�vi�es to the media and for beingpublished in local newspapers as well as local and na�onalmagazines. Eliza Bauer and Caroline Grimes won a bronze medalin the Chapter Service Star Event. Bri�any Tacke� and AmandaSvoboda placed 2nd in Applied Technology, and received three$750 scholarships. The team consisted of Madame HaleyHughes, Kelsey Culberson, Tiffany Parker, Alex Driver, Blake Ford,Kylee Gallavan, Leah Daughtry, and Chris�ne Sanders.

Perry Middle School Family, Career, andCommunity Leaders of America (FCCLA) studentsrecently won three medals from the Star Eventscompe��on during the State Leadership Mee�ng.Eighth-grade student Mar� Bell earned a silvermedal in the Recycle and Redesign division. AshleyLong and Julia Bell, 6th graders, competed in theChapter Service Project Display and ChapterShowcase Manual events where they also earned asilver medal. Alicia Hall is their advisor.

EVERY TUESDAY AND THURSDAYCPR Training for Healthcare ProviderTime: 9 a.m. Loca�on: Warner Robins ConferenceCenter, 308 N. Davis Dr. (Davis Hall),Warner Robins Cost: $40Contact: (478) 542-0167,[email protected]

American Heart Associa�on two-yearcer�fica�on. Pre-registra�onrequired.

EVERY FRIDAY NIGHTFirst Friday – Live Jazz with House BuddaTime: 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.Loca�on: Chef Audrey's Bistro 2728 Watson Blvd., Suite DWarner RobinsCost: $5Contact: (478) 953-7480.

The 2nd and 4th Friday will alsofeature Spoken Word.

MAY 1 – 3Ba�le of ByronTime: Throughout the dayLoca�on: Downtown ByronCost: FreeContact: (478) 956-2409

The Ba�le of Byron is centered in thehistoric district of downtown Byronon Main Street, Jail House Alley, andat the old school on Moseley Roadthe 1st Saturday of May each year.The public is encouraged to a�end,join in, or just have a good �mewatching as new challenges areadded each year.

MAY 2 – 3Robins Air Force Base Air ShowTime: Gates open at 9 a.m.Show starts at 10:30 a.m.Loca�on: Robins Air Force BaseCost: FreeContact: (478) 222-7469

The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds willperform precision aeroba�cs in theirF-16 Figh�ng Falcon aircra�, travelingat more than 400 mph with theirwing�ps only inches apart. They willbe joined by the U.S. Army ParachuteDemonstra�on Team, the GoldenKnights, whose precision skydivingabili�es are renowned worldwide.

MAY 7 – 9 "Murder Americana-The People vs.Lizzie Borden"Time: 8:00 p.m. on evenings and 2:30p.m. for Sunday ma�nee.Loca�on: Warner Robins Li�leTheatre, 502 S. Pleasant Hill Rd.,Warner RobinsContact: (478) 929-457 orwww.wrlt.org for reserva�ons.

MAY 7 – 10Crossroads Cluster Dog ShowTime: 8 a.m.Loca�on: Georgia, Heritage Hall,McGill Marketplace, Georgia Na�onalFairgrounds Contact: Nell Stumph at (478) 923-1967

Dog show hosted by the combinedkennel clubs of Columbus, SoutheastAlabama and Macon.

MAY 8 – 16Dearly DepartedTime: 8 p.m. with Sunday Ma�nee at2:30 p.m.Loca�on: Perry Players, 909 Main St.,Perry Contact: (478) 987-5354

Meet the Bible belt kin of Bud Turpin.They've got a funeral to plan and –between the feuds, marital flings, andMacaroni and Ham Loaf Surprise – itescalates into a mul�ple-coffinmemorial service. By the �me theTurpins sort through the hangovers,money problems, and headstoneengraving op�ons, they learn thatcoping with life's losses can turn outto be drop-dead funny.

MAY 9Royal Princess BreakfastLoca�on: Mulberry Street UnitedMethodist Church,719 Mulberry Street, MaconTime: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. Cost: FreeContact: Pam Johnston at (478) [email protected]

Girls ages 2 – 10 are invited to put ontheir �aras and tulle and a�end a“Royal Princess Breakfast.” A feast fitfor a king (but only available for

MAY 2Boy Scout of America Troop 566 Yard SaleTime: 7 a.m.Loca�on: Trinity United MethodistChurch, 129 S. Houston Rd.Contact: (478) 397-9307

Troop 566 holds a yard sale everyyear and has a lot of it ems to explore.Stop by and help support the Bo yScout Troop 566 by buying items fromthe yard sale.

MAY 5Community Emergency Response TeamTime: 6 – 8 p.m.Loca�on: 200 Carl Vinson Pkwy.,Warner RobinsContact: (478) 542-2026

The CERT training consists of 20 hoursof instruc�on over an eight weekperiod. Classes are taught byemergency responders includingfirefighters, emergency, medical, andtrained emergency volunteers fromthe community.

MAY 5 – 9Region 12 Arabian HorseChampionship ShowTime: Tuesday – Saturday classesbegin at 8 a.m.Loca�on: Reaves Arena, CoveredHorse Arena, Mul�purpose Building,and Open Horse Arena at the GeorgiaNa�onal Fairgrounds Cost: FreeContact: Ma� Kwapich at (505) 239-3119 or Dr. Mike Stewart at (931)580-4041. Visit ww.aharegion12.com

Beau�ful and versa�le Arabian horsescompete in classes ranging fromdressage to the ever popular na�vecostume compe��on.

THROUGH MAY 6The Berlin Airli�: Legacy ofFriendshipLoca�on: Museum of Avia�on, Robins Air Force Base. Contact: (478) 926-6870

A traveling exhibit commemora�ngthe 60th Anniversary of the BerlinAirli� and paying tribute to U.S.-German friendship.

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MAY 16Armed Forces Day Time: 10 a.m.Loca�on: First Bap�st Church ofCenterville, 108 Church St.,CentervilleCost: FreeContact: (478) 953-3387Veteran's Tribute to all who haveserved in uniform. Military displays,Military music, free lunch, andrefreshments. Special guest speaker,Dennis Puleo. Uniforms of any eraand memorabilia are encouraged.

MAY 21War Bonds: The Songs and Le�ers ofWorld War IITime: 7:30 p.m.Loca�on: The Grand Opera House,651 Mulberry St.Contact: (478) 301- 5470 orwww.thegrandmacon.com

Take a musical journey through a warthat redefined the world. This livinghistory cabaret is interspersed withpersonal le�ers from the Front andheadline news of the period.

MAY 23 – 25Memorial Day Celebra�on PaintHorse ShowTime: 8 a.m. each dayLoca�on: Covered Horse Arena,Georgia Na�onal FairgroundsCost: Free for spectatorsContact: Sue Cox at (864) 848-1844 orJanet Duncan at (770) 633-1994 orvisit www.georgiapainthorseclub.com

Horst Show is hosted by The GeorgiaPaint Horse Club.

MAY 31“Interna�onal Passport”Time: Curtain opens at 4 p.m.Loca�on: Homer J. Walker CivicCenter, 700 Watson Blvd., WarnerRobinsContact: (478)953-1117 or visitwww.icsballet.com

Interna�onal City School of Balletpresents their 5th Annual SpringConcert. This produc�on will take theaudience around the worldexperiencing a taste of differentcountries and rich cultures.

princesses) will be provided free ofcharge, and princesses will beentertained with a story, music, anddancing. While young girls receivethe royal treatment, moms areencouraged to join other womenupstairs for a breakfast of their ownas �ps will be shared for raisingstrong girls grounded in faith andvalues in the face of what popularculture preaches.

MAY 9Robins Regional Business Expo Loca�on: Galleria Mall in CentervilleTime: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.Contact: (478) 922-8585; Informa�onbrochures about the 2009 RobinsRegional Business Expo are currentlyavailable at the Warner Robins AreaChamber located at 1228 WatsonBlvd. and online at www.warner-robins.com/expo.

The en�re community is invited toa�end this much an�cipated event.Seminars will be held during theevent and exhibitors will learn how toKeep Your Business Healthy,presented by Houston Healthcare andThe Best Kept Secret in DoingBusiness Be�er, presented by DonaldRhodes, Georgia Small BusinessDevelopment Center.

MAY 13Ricki Lake’s New Birth Book ProvidesOnline Q&A For Various GroupsTime: 7 p.m.Contact: Wilma Matos at (478) 997-2005. Visit www.gentlebeginningwr.com forregistra�on and loca�on details.

Ricki, along with co-author AbbyEpstein, will be fielding ques�onsabout the book and their work asnatural birth advocates. They willrespond to ques�ons over theinternet with groups around thecountry. Gentle Beginning of WarnerRobins is par�cipa�ng in this eventand invi�ng pregnant women,parents to be, and health consciouswomen to par�cipate.

MAY 14“Heroes of Middle Georgia”Celebra�onTime: 6 p.m.Loca�on: Museum of Avia�onCentury of FlightCost: Cost: $45Contact: (478) 923-6332 or visit

www.middlegeorgiaredcross.orgThe celebra�on honors excep�onalpublic servants in the categories offirefigh�ng, law enforcement,emergency medical services,emergency management services,military service, good samaritan, anda new category this year, youthservice. The Youth Service Award willbe named for last year’s GoodSamaritan honoree, ChristopherJohnson.

MAY 15 – 16Houston County Relay For LifeTime: 6 p.m. through Saturday at 11 a.m. Loca�on: Held on Carnival Midway,Georgia Na�onal FairgroundsContact: Heather Gilbert at (478) 743-6391

Houston County Relay for Life ishosted by the American CancerSociety.

MAY 16Annual Cubmobile 500 Race Time: The Tiger Cubs (first gradeboys) will begin racing at 9 a.m.Another group will begin racing eachhour un�l the Boy Scouts race at 1 p.m.Loca�on: Parking lot of theMcConnell-Talbert Stadium, WarnerRobins Cost: Free and open to the publicContact: Roger M. Boan [email protected] or (478) 929-0769.www.centralgeorgiacouncil.org

The Central Georgia Council, BoyScouts of America, is planning toconduct the first annual Cubmobile500 race. 135 cars are expected torace. Each Cub Scout Den has beeninvited to build a car and then eachboy in the den will race that caragainst other boys of the same age.Trophies will be awarded shortly a�ereach group races.

MAY 16Koi Society Tour of PondsTime: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.Loca�on: Warner RobinsCost: $5; children under 12 are freeContact: (478) 923-9602

The annual tour of ponds will includea circle of homes showcasingbeau�ful fish ponds and gardens andis wheelchair accessible.

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(478) 929-7816Principal: Jodi S. Clark PTO President: Sarah Hedrick

Parkwood 503 Parkwood DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-7822Principal: Lisa Casilli PTO President: Lisa Roitzsch

Pearl Stephens 215 Sco� BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7895Principal: Dr. Marion FordPTO President: Edquader Marble

Quail Run250 Smithville Church RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-0415Principal: Dr. Cheryl Thomas

Russell 101 Patriot WayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7830Principal: Keith LauritsenPTO President: Candy Handley

Shirley Hills 300 Mary LaneWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7824 Principal: Dr. Traci JacksonPTO President: Angie Barnwell

Tucker1300 Tucker RoadPerry, GA 31069 (478) 988-6278 Principal: Dr. Kim Halstead

Westside 201 North Pleasant Hill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-7820Principal: Sharon A. Daniel

Bonaire Middle School125 Ga. Highway 96Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 929-6235

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David A. Perdue Primary150 Bear Country RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 218-7500Principal: Linda Horne

Eagle Springs Children’s Center106 Waterland WayCenterville, GA 31028(478) 953-5003Owner: Sandra Dooli�leAdministrator: Serena Webbwww.eaglespringschildrenscenter.com

Lake Joy Primary995 Lake Joy DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-0465

Perry Primary1500 Sunshine AvenuePerry, GA 31069(478) 988-6160

Bonaire101 Elm Street Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 929-7826Principal: Dr. Eric PaynePTO President: Hai Vu

Centerville 450 N. Houston Lake BoulevardCenterville, GA 31028 (478) 953-0400Principal: Cindy FlesherPTO President: Angie Lewis

David A. Perdue 115 Sutherlin StreetWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 988-6350Principal: Ed WeeksPTO President: Dawn Melden

Eagle Springs3591 Highway 41 NorthByron, GA 31008(478) 953-0450Principal: Andrea McGee

Hilltop 301 Robert Bryson Smith Parkway

Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 929-6113Principal: E. Harold Sapp

Kings Chapel 460 Arena Road Perry, GA 31069 (478) 988-6273Principal: Paule�e TompkinsPTO President: Kelly Rodgers

Lake Joy 985 Lake Joy RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 971-2712Principal: Dr. Doug RizerPTO President: Susan Goodwin

Lindsey81 Tabor DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 929-7818Principal: Anthony LuncefordPTO President: Michelle Angelos

Linwood420 Educa�on WayWarner Robins, GA 31098(478) 929-6360Principal: Lazunia ThomasPTO President: Sandra Fujimoto

Matthew Arthur 2500 Highway 127Kathleen, GA 31047(478) 988-6170Principal: Dr. Jolie DeLoretoHardin

Miller101 Pine Valley DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7814Principal: Gwendolyn Pearson-KilgorePTO President: Sharon Schnedker

Morningside 1206 Morningside DrivePerry, GA 31069(478) 988-6261Principal: Dr. Pat Wi�

Northside 305 Sullivan RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093

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Director: Terry L. CooperPTO President: Mary CatherineLibertywww.Christunitedschool.com

Sacred Heart Catholic School250 South Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-9668Principal: Staci Erwinwww.shswr.org

The Westfield School2005 US Highway 41 SouthPerry, GA 31069(478) 987-0547Head of School: Rachel S. DeemsPrincipal: Jane�e J. Andersonwww.wes�ieldschool.org

Westside Baptist Academy1101 Dunbar RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 784-9153Administrator: James Andersonwww.westsidebap�stacademy.com

Windsor Academy4150 Jones RoadMacon, GA 31216(478) 781-1621Headmaster: John CranfordPTA President: Heather Jones

World of Faith ChristianAcademy3960 Hartley Bridge RoadMacon, GA 31216(478) 784-6293

Principal: Cindy Randall

Feagin Mill Middle School1200 Feagin Mill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-0430Principal: Dr. Jesse DavisPAW President: Michelle Hall

Huntington Middle School206 Wellborn RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 542-2240Principal: Dr. Gwendolyn B. Taylor

Mossy Creek Middle School 200 Danny Carpenter DriveKathleen, GA 31047(478) 988-6171Principal: Paige Busbee

Northside Middle School500 Johnson RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-7845Principal: Ed MashburnPTO President: Dawn Dunbar

Perry Middle School 495 Perry Parkway Perry, GA 31069 (478) 988-6285Principal: Thomas Moore

Thomson Middle School301 Thomson StreetCenterville, GA 31028(478) 953-0489 Principal: Tammy Dunn

Warner Robins Middle School425 Mary LaneWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7832Principal: Dr. Donald Warren

Houston County High School920 Highway 96Warner Robins, GA 31088(478) 988-6340Principal: Sherri Freeman

Houston County Career andTechnology Center1311 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 322-3280Principal: Mike Parker

Houston County CrossroadsCenter401 Dover DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7828Principal: Dr. Ronnie Walker

Northside High School926 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 929-7858Principal: Mr. Mark Sco�

Perry High School1307 North Avenue Perry, GA 31069(478) 988-6298Principal: Dr. Darryl Albri�on

Warner Robins High School401 South Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-7877Principal: Steve Monday

Byron Christian Academy69 Burne� RoadByron, GA 31008(478) 956-3503 Director: Donna Vander Zwaagwww.byronchris�anacademy.com

Central Fellowship ChristianAcademy 8460 Hawkinsville RoadMacon, GA 31216 (478) 788-6909 Principal: Claudia Pa�ersonwww.centralfellowship.org

Christ United MethodistSchool 511 Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-2867

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Student Safety TipsWalk directly to your designatedschool bus stop when you leavehome in the morning and walkdirectly to your home in theafternoon when you are droppedoff at your school bus stop.

Watch for vehicles approaching ormaking turns before you cross astreet. Never cross the streetbetween parked vehicles.

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Mikado Bap�st Church6751 Houston RoadMacon, GA 31216(478) 781-2324Sunday Services: 8:30 and 11 a.m.Pastor: Rusty Smith

Northside Bap�st Church1013 Carl Vinson ParkwayCenterville, GA 31028(478) 923-9892Sunday Service: 10:50 a.m.Pastor: Loy Ballard

Oakland Bap�st Church1509 Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-3533Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.Pastor: Rev. Thomas Barnard

Second Bap�st Church2504 Moody RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-7101Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m.Pastor: Dr. Jeff LaBorg

Second Memorial Bap�st Church1845 Kings Chapel RoadPerry, GA 31069(478) 987-4803Sunday Services: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: Dr. Tracy Brinson

Shirley Hills Bap�st Church615 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-5571Sunday Services: 9 and 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.Pastor: Andy Cook

Southside Bap�st Church1040 South Houston Lake RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-9388Sunday Services: 9 and 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Jerry Walls

Spring Chapel Missionary Bap�st Church112 Highway 247South Spur, GA 31005(478) 218-0736Sunday Service: 1st, 3rd and 5th Sunday Pastor: Rev. James K Baker

Trinity Bap�st Church505 N. Houston Lake Blvd.Centerville, GA 31028(478) 953-3600Sunday Services: 10, 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. Pastor: Terry Hyman

Union Grove Missionary Bap�st Church809 S. Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 922-5514Sunday Service: 10:15 a.m.Pastor: David A. Clarke

Unity Bap�st Church479 GA Highway 96Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 922-0063Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m.

Westside Bap�st Church1101 Dunbar RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 785-1024

Adams-Smith Tabernacle AME304 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 329-1885Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Deborah Franks Watson

Christ Chapel2288 Moody RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 922-1061Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: Andy King

First Assembly of God6040 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31099(478) 953-0320Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.Pastor: Mark Merrill

Bible Bap�st Temple2601 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-9822Sunday Services: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: Charles D. Weber

Calvary Bap�st Church351 GA Highway 96Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 929-1823Sunday Services: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: Jim Lane

Central Bap�st Church1120 Lake Joy RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-9319Sunday Contemporary: 9 a.m. Sunday Tradi�onal: 10:30 a.m. and 6:30p.m.Pastor: Dr. H. Owen Bozeman

Cornerstone Bap�st Church1618 S. Houston Lake RoadKathleen, GA 31047 (478) 987-6344Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.Pastor: Art Fowler

Fellowship Bible Bap�st Church431 Dunbar RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-0828Sunday Services: 8 and 10:45 a.m.Pastor: Willie L. Reid, Sr.

First Bap�st Church108 Church StreetCenterville, GA 31028(478) 953-3387Sunday Service: 10:45 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: Dr. Allen Hughes

First Bap�st Church1135 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-8152

Sunday Service: 11 a.m.Pastor: Dr. Andrew J. Hammack

First Bap�st Church of Bonaire142 West Highway 96Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 922-1924Sunday Services: 10 a.m., 6 p.m.Pastor: Kenny Rodgers

First Bap�st Church of Garmon Street210 Garmon StreetWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-2279Sunday Services: 8, 9:45, and 11 a.m.Pastor: Josh B. Kirvin, Sr.

Freedom Bap�st Church1221-4 South Houston Lake RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 987-6500Sunday Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Pastor: Floyd McKeel

Friendship Bap�st Church1322 Feagin Mill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-9509Sunday Services: 10:55 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: Paul Cowles

Grace Bap�st Church204 South Pleasant Hill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-5489Sunday Services: 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 6 p.m.Pastor: Paul Mullen

Greater Springfield Missionary Bap�st Church1195 Heflund AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-5721Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m., 5 p.m.Pastor: Daniel W. Jackson, Sr.

Greater Union Bap�st Church1006 Marion StreetPerry, GA 31069(478) 987-0054Sunday Service: 11 a.m.Pastor: O.L. Evere�

Green Acres Bap�st Church901 Elberta RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-1995Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.Pastor: Johnny Ellison

Hebron Fellowship Bap�st Church213 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 397-3045Sunday Worship Services: 8:30 and 11 a.m. Pastor: Daryl J. Vining, Sr.

Hilltop Bap�st Church4140 US Highway 41 N.Byron, GA 31008(478) 719-8262Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Robin Tedder

Houston Lake Bap�st Church2300 Hwy. 127 EastPerry, GA 31069(478) 987-0277Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.Pastor: Fred McCoy

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Chris�an Fellowship Church 621 Walnut StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 975-0808 Sunday Services: 8 and 10:45 a.m.Pastor: Bishop Harvey B. Bee

Evergreen Family Fellowship 80 Tabor DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-5982Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Joe Senter

End Time Harvest Church 114 Bell DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 922-7910 Sunday Service: 11:00 a.m.Pastor: Melvin Womack

Joy Fellowship Church 210 Sylvia AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-6090 Sunday Service: 10:00 a.m.Pastor: Volleen Vicknair

The Salva�on Army ChurchWarner Robins Corps96 Thomas Blvd. Warner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-7585Sunday Service: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastors: Captains Larry and Brenda Gibson

Word In Season MinistriesMiddle Georgia Technical College80 Cohen Walker Drive Bldg. A – AuditoriumWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 333-2444Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m.

Church of the Nazarene300 Lois DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-2108Sunday Services: 10:55 a.m., 6:30 p.m.Pastor: David Miller

Covenant Presbyterian Church1631 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-4770Sunday Service: 11 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Robert L. Jarre�

United PentecostalFirst United Pentecostal Church 603 Wellborn Road Warner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-5616Sunday Service: 11 a.m.Pastor: Mark Fogarty

Westminster Presbyterian Church303 Mary LaneWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 922-2782Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Dr. Glenn A. Gilstrap

Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: Dr. G. Wayne Dorse�

Unity Bap�st Church479 Highway 96Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 922-0063Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Sunday School: 9 a.m.Pastor: Lewis Cooper

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 300 South Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-0124Sunday Services: 9:00 and 11:45 a.m. Sunday Spanish: 2:00 p.m.Pastor: Father Fred Nijem

St. Patrick Catholic Church2410 Hwy. 127Kathleen, GA 31047(478) 987-4213Saturday Service: 5:30 p.m.Sunday Services: 10:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.Pastor: Fr. Kirk Mansell

Warner Robins Alliance Church3006 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-7439Sunday Services: 11 a.m. and 6 p.m.Pastor: John Varland

River of Light Church of God1300 Corder Rd.Warner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-3541Sunday Services: 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.Pastor: Dwayne Evors

The Rain Church257 Gunn RoadWarner Robins, GA 31095(478) 953-7246Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Paula Day and Clyde Johns

All Saints Episcopal Church 1708 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-1791Sunday Service: 10:15 a.m.Pastor: Father Mar�n J. Bagay

Warner Robins Chris�an MethodistEpiscopal Church200 Othal H. Lakey CircleWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-6326Sunday Services: 8 and 10:45 a.m.Pastor: Lindsey P. Napier, Sr.

Christ Lutheran Church – LCMS733 Carroll StreetPerry, Georgia 31069(478) 987-6016Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Vacancy Pastor: Rev. David Bernthal

Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church – ELCA301 N. Pleasant Hill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-2239Sunday Service: 10 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Kathleen Yates

Mount Calvary Lutheran Church336 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 922-1418Sunday Contemporary: 11 a.m.Sunday Tradi�onal: 8 and 10:45 a.m.Pastor: Rev. David Brighton

Bonaire United Methodist Church144 Elm Street, P.O. Box 7Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 923-7317Sunday Services: 8:15, 10:30 a.m. Pastor: Rev. Jay Tucker

Centerville First United Methodist Church600 N. Houston Lake RoadCenterville, GA 31028(478) 953-3090Sunday Services: 8:45 and 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Stephen Grantham

Christ United Methodist Church511 Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 922-0211Sunday Services: 9 and 11 a.m.Pastor: Rev. Jim McIlrath

First United Methodist Church205 North Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-3737Sunday Services: 8:30, 10:50 a.m.Pastor: Dr. Jimmy R. Asbell, Jr.

Harvest Church3322 Highway 41 NorthByron, GA 31008 (478) 923-8822Sunday Service: 9 and 10:30 a.m., 12 p.m.

Trinity United Methodist Church129 South Houston RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-3797Sunday Contemporary: 11 a.m.Sunday Tradi�onal: 8:30 and 11 a.m.Pastor: Bill Bagwell

Word of Life Worship Center650 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-5153Sunday Service: 10:30 a.m.Pastor: Phil Faraone

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Middle Georgia Community Ac�onAgency, Inc.The mission is to provide, in collabora�onwith public and private partners, socialservices that address the needs ofdisadvantaged individuals.www.mgcaa.org(478) 922-4464

Ronald McDonald House of Central GeorgiaProvides a place for families to stay whentheir child is in a hospital far from home.1160 Forsyth Street, Macon, GA 31201 (478) 746-4090, www.ronaldhousecga.org

United Way 2-1-1Phone: 2-1-1Cell phone: 1-866-680-8924www.unitedwaycg.org/211.da

Warner Robins Civitan ClubSonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q811 Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088Mee�ng: Tuesday at 12 p.m.Contact: Jan Francis (478) 922-6740

American Camellia Societyat Massee Lane Gardens100 Massee LaneFort Valley, Georgia 31030(478) 967-2358www.camellias-acs.com

Business Networking Interna�onalMiddle GA Power Networkers Mee�ng: Tuesday at 7:30 a.m.Contact: Terri Minter(478) 919-6719

Central Georgia Amateur Radio ClubFirst Chris�an Church – Fellowship Room100 North Houston RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 542-1620 Mee�ng: Second Thursday at 7:30 p.m.Contact: Bill Atkins

Central GA Soccer Associa�on1107-B Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 987-2455

Georgia Aircra� Modelers Associa�on, Inc. P.O. Box 140, Warner Robins, GA 31099 (478) 328-2689

In STEP With Singles, Inc.An inter-denomina�onal single adultministry whose mission is to minister tothe spiritual and emo�onal needs of

Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Middle Georgia748 North Houston Road Warner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 922-1141www.cccsmacon.org

Houston County Development Authority200 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-5470www.houstoncountyga.net

Houston County Coopera�ve Extension Office801 Main Street, Perry, GA 31069(478) 987-2028www.ugaextension.com/houston

Perry Chamber of Commerce101 General Courtney Hodges Boulevard,Suite B, Perry, GA 31069 (478) 987-1234www.perrygachamber.com

Warner Robins Area Chamber ofCommerce 1228 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-8585www.warner-robins.com

American Red CrossHouston-Middle Georgia Chapter346 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-6332www.middlegeorgiaredcross.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Georgia(478) 746-2430 or (478) 808-2247Contact: Tammi Walkerwww.bgccentralgeorgia.org

Boys and Girls Club of Georgia Heartlands – Byron UnitEnables young people to reach their fullpoten�al as produc�ve, caring, andresponsible ci�zens.202 Mosley Road, Byron, GA 31008(478) 956-1395

Exchange Club of Houston CountyRyan’s Steakhouse1992 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093Mee�ng: Tuesday at 12 p.m.Contact name: Angela Hayes(478) 952-2879

Girl Scouts of Middle Georgia, Inc.Builds girls of courage, confidence, andcharacter, who make the world a be�erplace.

6869 Columbus RoadLizella, GA 31052(478) 935-2221www.gsmginc.org

Goodwill Industries of Middle GeorgiaBuilds lives, families, and communi�esone job at a �me by helping peoplediscover and develop their God-given gi�sthrough work and career developmentservices.5171 Eisenhower ParkwayMacon, GA 31206 (478) 475-9995www.goodwillworks.org

Houston County Habitat for Humanity515 Myrtle StreetWarner Robins, GA 31095(478) 328-3388www.houstoncountyhabitat.org

Jay's HOPE Founda�onImproves the quality of life of childrenwith cancer and extends hope to familiesthrough educa�onal, spiritual, emo�onal,financial, and social support.1157B Forsyth Street Macon, GA 31201(478) 238-6360www.jayshope.org

Kiwanis Club of Warner Robins Ryan’s Steakhouse1992 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093Mee�ng: Thursday at 11:30 p.m.Contact: Allen Richardson(478) 918-7887

Made 2B MoreOrganiza�on dedicated to teaching younggirls and teens leadership skills and togrow up to be phenomenal women. Girls ages 11 – 18.Perry Recrea�onal Center (Rozar Park)1060 Keith Drive, Perry, GA 31069(478) 731-2664www.made2bmore.orgMee�ng: Second Saturday of the month

March of Dimes Founda�onWe’re dedicated to improving the healthof babies by preven�ng birth defects,premature birth and infant mortality.2733 Sheraton Drive, Building F, Suite 130Macon, GA 31204(478) 743-9165www.marchofdimes.com

Meals On Wheels - Houston CountyCouncil on Aging1137 Kathleen Bynum DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 328-6070

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COSC Women’s ShelterWomen and children’s homeless shelter.312 Duke AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 922-3195

Family Advocacy Clinic655 7th Street, Building 700 Robins Air Force Base, GA 31098 (478) 327-8398

Prevent Child Abuse Heart of Georgia640 Plum Street, Suite 202Macon, GA 31201(478) 238-6349 pcahg.org

Rainbow House Children's Resource CenterAims to reduce the occurrence of childabuse and assist vic�ms.108 Elmwood StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 923-5923www.rainbowhousecrc.org

Salva�on Army Safe HouseSafe shelter for domes�c violence vic�msand their children.P.O. Box 2408Warner Robins, GA 31099(478) 923-2348

Support Group for Domes�c Violence Vic�msSupport group for vic�ms of domes�cviolence.P.O. Box 2408 Warner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 923-2348

ADOPTION / FOSTER CARE

DFACS - Houston County92 Cohen Walker DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 988-7600

Covenant Care of Macon3950 Ridge AvenueMacon, GA 31210(478) 475-4990www.covenantcareadop�ons.com

Georgia Industrial Children's Home4690 North Mumford RoadMacon, GA 31210(478) 474-8220 www.gich.org

Hephzibah Children's Home6601 Zebulon RoadMacon, GA 31220(478) 477-3383www.hephzibah.com

single adults in the Middle Georgia area.P. O. Box 26245, Macon, GA 31221(478) 747-6663, www.Instepsah.org

Mid-Georgia Orchid SocietyWarner Robins Recrea�on Department800 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093Mee�ng: Second Tuesday each month at7 p.m. Contact: Dennis Billings (229) 268-2619 or [email protected].

Robin’s Pacers Running ClubTo promote health and fitness among clubmembers and the local community.www.robinspacers.org

Warner Robins AquanautsTo provide professional swim instruc�onand fitness serving beginners tocompe��ve swimmers, to communityseniors; ins�lling discipline, posi�veethics, and skill mastery in a safe, fun,team environment.Memorial Park Pool 800 First Street, Warner Robins, GA 31088 Head Coach: Wes Hamborg(478) 929-8044www.wraswim.com

Warner Robins Business & Professional Women’s Club248 Waterford Drive, Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 923-1752

21st Century Partnership804 Park DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 225-9005www.robins21.org

Centerville Development Authority300 East Church StreetCenterville, GA 31028(478) 953-4734www.centervilledda.org

Houston County Career Center96 Cohen Walker DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 988-7130

Houston County Development Authority200 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 923-5470www.houstoncountyga.net

Middle Georgia Consor�um, Inc.124 Osigian Boulevard, Suite A, Warner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-4771www.mgwis.com

Georgia Na�onal Fairground &Agricenter401 Larry Walker Parkway Perry, GA 31069(478) 987-3247www.gnfa.com

Houston Arts Alliance801 Main Street, Perry, GA 31069(478) 218-5229www.houstonartsalliance.org

Lane Southern Orchards 50 Lane Road P. O. Box 716Fort Valley, GA 31030(478) 825-3362 www.lanepacking.com

Museum of Avia�on Flight & Technology CenterGA Highway 247 & Russell ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31099(478) 926-6870www.museumofavia�on.org

Perry Players Club909 Main Street, Perry, GA 31069(478) 987-5354www.perryplayers.org

Warner Robins Li�le Theatre502 South Pleasant Hill RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 929-4579www.wrlt.org

Warner Robins Recrea�on Department800 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 929-1916www.warnerrobinsga.gov

YMCA of Houston County2954 Moody Road, Bonaire, GA 31005(478) 922-2566www.hocoymca.org

ABUSE AND BATTERY

CASA of Houston County, Inc. Houston County Juvenile Jus�ce Complex,206 Carl Vinson Parkway Warner Robins,GA 31088(478) 542-2141, Extension 336www.na�onalcasa.org

Crisis Line & Safe House of Central GeorgiaProvides 24-hour hotline, safe shelter, andsupport services for domes�c violenceand rape crisis.277 Mar�n Luther King, Jr. Blvd.Macon, GA 31201 (478) 745-9292

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EMERGENCY RELIEF SERVICES

American Red Cross - Houston-MiddleGA Chapter346 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 923-6332 www.middlegeorgiaredcross.org

Houston County EmergencyManagement200 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 542-2026

Salva�on Army - Warner Robins305 Green StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 922-2226

HOSPICE SERVICES

Heart of Georgia Hospice103 Westridge DriveWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 953-5161 www.heartofgahospice.org

PARENTING SERVICES

Family Advocacy Clinic655 7th Street, Building 700Robins Air Force Base, GA 31098 (478) 327-8398

Child Care Resource and Referral Agencyof Central GA277 Mar�n Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Suite 104, Macon, GA 31201 (478) 752-7800 www.gaccrra.org

Quality Care for ChildrenAn all-in-one resource for and about childand school-age care.277 Mar�n Luther King, Jr. BoulevardMacon, GA 31201(478) 752-7800www.qualitycareforchildren.org

Rainbow House Children’s Resource CenterMission is to serve all children bystrengthening our community’s responseto child abuse and neglect throughpreven�on, interven�on and advocacyefforts.P.O. Box 1239Warner Robins, GA 31099(478) 923-5923www.rainbowhousecrc.org

Robins AFB Airman and Family Readiness Center700 9th StreetSuite 1000, Building 794Robins Air Force Base, GA 31098(478) 926-1256

Methodist Home304 Pierce AvenueMacon, GA 31203(478) 751-2800 www.themethodisthome.org

ALCOHOL/DRUG/EATING TREATMENT CENTERS

12 Step GroupPa�erned a�er Alcoholics Anonymous. Every Tuesday 6:30 p.m. and everySaturday 10:30 a.m. Christ United Methodist Church 511 Russell Parkway Warner Robins, GA 31088

Alcoholics Anonymous - Warner Robins1001 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31099 (478) 923-7657

HodacWomen in substance abuse recovery whoare homeless, pregnant or with minorchildren under the age of 12.2764 Watson BoulevardCenterville, GA 31028 (478) 953-5675www.hodac.org

Houston Medical Center BehavioralScience & Psychiatry1601 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 542-7788 www.hhc.org

Narco�cs Anonymous - CentervilleCenterville United Methodist Church101 Wilson Drive Centerville, GA 31028

Narco�cs Anonymous - Warner RobinsFirst United Methodist Church 205 North Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093

Phoenix Center940A Highway 96Warner Robins, GA 31099(800) 715-4225

Unlimited Visions2503 Moody RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 329-0550

CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT

Child Support Enforcement - WarnerRobins92 Cohen Walker DriveWarner Robins, GA 31095 (478) 988-7700

CRISIS HOTLINES

Helpline GeorgiaCrime vic�m assistance helpline.

2762 Watson BoulevardWarner Robins, GA 31093 (800) 338-6745

Pregnancy Resource Center of WarnerRobins A ministry of Sav A Life in Macon offeringpregnancy tes�ng, paren�ng educa�on,STD and HIV educa�on, a�er-abor�oncare and much more. 306 N. Davis DriveWarner Robins, GA 31093(478) 225-2241

Salva�on Army Safe House(478) 923-6294

DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES

Abili�es Discovered, Inc. Assists in the employment, educa�on,training, and support of individualsexperiencing physical and/ordevelopmental disabili�es.211 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088 (478) 923-7727

Epilepsy Associa�on of GA, Inc.121 Booker StreetWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 923-8141

Happy Hour Mental Retarda�on Service Center802 Young AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 929-6600 www.hcaec.com

Heart of Georgia DevelopmentalDisabili�es Ministries615 Corder RoadWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 953-2992www.heartofgeorgiaddm.org

Na�onal Alliance on Mental Illness -Central Georgia, Inc.209 Elberta RoadWarner Robins, GA 31093 (478) 328-0508 www.namicentralga.org

EATING SUPPORT SERVICES

Middle Georgia GIG (Gluten Intolerance Group)Support for persons with celiac disease,derma��s herpe�formis, glutenintolerance or anyone following a glutenfree diet. Meets the 3rd Saturday of eachmonth.Central Bap�st Church1120 Lake Joy Road Warner Robins, GA(478) 397 -5061 middlegeorgia.gigbranches.org

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CENTERVILLE OFFICIALS:City Hall300 East Church St.Centerville, GA 31028Telephone: (478) 953-4734

Mayor (4-year term)Harold M. Edwards, Jr. (12/09)

City Council MembersPost 1: Cameron AndrewsPost 2: Randall WrightPost 3: Edward R Tucker Post 4: Robert Smith Jr.

WARNER ROBINS OFFICIALS:City Hall700 Watson Blvd.Warner Robins, GA 31093

Mayor (4-year term)Donald S. Walker (12/09)Telephone: (478) 929-1115

City Council MembersPost 1: John Havrilla, (478) 922-0391Post 2: Tom Simms Jr., (478) 971-0739Post 3: Terry B. Horton, (478) 922-6044Post 4: Bob Wilbanks, (478) 397-5224Post 5: Clifford Holmes, (478) 922-1782Post 6: John F. Williams, (478) 923-3755

PERRY OFFICIALS:City Hall1211 Washington StreetPerry, GA 31069

Mayor (4-year term)James Worrall (12/09)Telephone: (478) 988-2700

City Council MembersPhyllis Bynum-Grace, (478) 235-5874Willie King, (478) 396-5403Joe Kusar, (478) 988-3800 Charles Lewis, (478) 988-1268 James Moore, (478) 825-0046

HOUSTON COUNTY OFFICIALS:

Houston County Board of Commissioners200 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088Telephone: (478) 542-2115

Commissioners:

(4-year term expires 12/08)Meet 1st Tuesday at 9 a.m. and3rd Tuesdays at 6 p.m.

Ned M. Sanders (R), Chairman – Post 1H. Jay Walker (R) – Post 2Gail Robinson (R) – Post 3Larry Thomson (R) – Post 4Tom McMichael (R) – Post 5

Other Elected Officials:Daniel Galpin, Coroner, (478) 542-2113

Cullen Talton, Sheriff, (478) 542-2125

Mark Kushinka, Tax CommissionerTelephone: (478) 218-4940

Senators (6-year terms)Saxby Chambliss (R) (term expires 1/15)U.S. SenateTelephone: (202) 224-3521Fax: (202) 224-0103www.chambliss.senate.gov

Macon Office:300 Mulberry Street, Suite 502Macon, GA 31201Telephone: (478) 741-1417

Johnny Isakson (R) (term expires 1/11)U.S. Senate Telephone: (202) 224-3643Fax: (202) 228-0724www.isakson.senate.gov

Atlanta Office:Telephone: (770) 661-0999Fax: (770) 661-0768

Representative (2-year term)Jim Marshall (D) (term expires 1/11)8th DistrictTelephone: (202) 225-6531Fax: (202) [email protected]

Macon Office: 682 Cherry St., Macon, GA 31201Telephone: (478) 464-0255Fax: (478) 464-0277

Georgia Representatives (2-year term)Lynmore James (D)District 135 114 Walnut Street Montezuma, GA 31063 Home: (478) 472-6391 Office: (478) 472-5064 Email: [email protected]

409-B Coverdell Legislative Office Bldg. Atlanta, GA 30334 Office: (404) 656-0116

Tony Sellier (R) District 136 680 Marshall Mill Road Fort Valley, GA 31030 Home: (478) 825-2888Email: [email protected]

601 Coverdell Legislative Office Building Atlanta, GA 30334 Office: (404) 656-0254

GovernorSonny Perdue (R) (term expires 1/11)State CapitolAtlanta, GA 30334 Office: (404) 656-1776www.legis.ga.gov

Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle (R) (term expires 1/11)State CapitolAtlanta, GA 30334Office: (404) 656-5030www.legis.ga.gov

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George Nunn (N), Chief JudgeTelephone: (478) 218-4840

Edward D. Lukemire (N), JudgeTelephone: (478) 218-4850

Katherine K. Lumsden (N), JudgeTelephone: (478) 218-4860

Kelly R. Burke (R), District AttorneyTelephone: (478) 218-4810

Carolyn V. Sullivan (D), ClerkTelephone: (478) 218-4720

STATE COURT:Bob Richardson (N), JudgeTelephone: (478) 542-2013

Robert Tawse (R), Solicitor – GeneralTelephone: (478) 542-2100

Gay B. Valasky (A), ClerkTelephone: (478) 542-2105

CIVIL & MAGISTRATE COURT:Telephone: (478) 987-4695Robert E. Turner, Chief MagistrateBrenda H. Morton, Senior MagistrateJohn W. Geiger, MagistrateAngela Sammons, Magistrate Virginia Stewart, Clerk

PROBATE COURT:Telephone: (478) 218-4710Janice D. Spires, JudgeKim Willson, Chief Clerk

PUBLIC DEFENDER:Office of the Public DefenderState Court Division202 Carl Vinson ParkwayWarner Robins, GA 31088(478) 542-2055

Office of the Public DefenderSuperior Court Division201 Perry ParkwayPerry, GA 31069(478) 218-4870

JUVENILE COURT:Telephone: (478) 542-2060 Deborah A. Edwards, JudgeSandra McGowan, Clerk

MUNICIPAL COURT OF WARNER ROBINS

800 Young AvenueWarner Robins, GA 31093Telephone: (478) 322-0240

Fred Godwin, Chief JudgeJeffrey L. Grube, JudgeLarry O'Neal, JudgeMartin Martragrano, JudgeKay Dykes, Clerk

MUNICIPAL COURT OFCENTERVILLE:

500 Houston Lake BoulevardCenterville, GA 31028 Telephone: (478) 953-4795

Michelle Snyder, ClerkJeffrey L. Grube, Judge

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EMERGENCY 911

NON-EMERGENCY 911 (478) 542-2000

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

Perry (478) 987-1234Warner Robins (478) 922-8585

HOUSTON COUNTY GOVERNMENT:Business Licenses (Warner Robins) (478) 929 1148Commissioners (478) 542-2115Court (Juvenile) (478) 542-2060Court (Magistrate) (478) 987-4695Court (Probate) (478) 218-4710Court (State) (478) 542-2105Court (Superior) (478) 218-4720Cooperative Extension (478) 987-2028District Attorney (478) 218-4810Economic & Community Development (478) 923-5470Elections (478) 987-1973Human Resources (478) 542-2005Inspection & Fee (Permits) (478) 542-2018Jury Duty Call-In Phone (Superior Court) (478) 218-4724License Plates/Tags (Perry) (478) 218-4940License Plates/Tags (Warner Robins) (478) 542-2135 Parks & Recreation (Warner Robins) (478) 929-1916Planning & Zoning (Warner Robins) (478) 918-2991Public Works (478) 987-4280Taxes (Assessor’s Office/Property Taxes) (478) 218-4750

DRIVER’S LICENSE (TUES. – SAT.)((866) 754-3687

FIRE DEPARTMENTCenterville (478) 953-4050Perry (478) 988-2850Warner Robins (478) 765-1031

GEORGIA STATE PATROL (478) 453-4718

HEALTH DEPARTMENT (478) 218-2000

HOSPITALS:Lake Joy Med-Stop (478) 987-0323Houston Medical Center (478) 922-4281Houston County Volunteer Medical Clinic (478) 923-9730Houston Heart Institute (478) 542-7811Houston Lake Med-Stop (478) 988-1865Medical Center of Central Georgia (478) 633-1000Pavilion Med-Stop (478) 923-2843Perry Hospital (478) 987-3600Veterans Community Outpatient Clinic (478) 476-8868

LIBRARIES:

Centerville Public Library (478) 953-4500Nola Brantley Memorial Library (478) 923-0128Perry Public Library (478) 987-3050

PETS:Animal Control (Houston County) (478) 542-2033Animal Control (Warner Robins) (478) 929-7280Humane Society of Houston County:

www.humanesocietyhoco.org

POST OFFICE www.usps.com (800) 275-8777

SCHOOLS See pages 38 & 39 for a Listing of Schools

SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT (478) 542-2125

UTILITIES:

AT&T (888) 757-6500Centerville Utilities (478) 953-3222Cox Communications (478) 784-8000Flint Energies (478) 988-3500Georgia Power Company (888) 660-5890Landfill (478) 987-0089Perry Utilities (478) 988-2743Recycling (478) 929-7258 Warner Robins Utilities (478) 929-1144Watson Cable (478) 922-9440Windstream (800) 501-1754

Banking/Financial ServicesMidSouth Federal Credit Union............9

1-(800) 736-8407www.midsouthfcu.org

Clothing, Footwear & JewelryBeau�ful Bellies..................................17Goodwill Industries.............................13Impressions of Perry.............................7

(478) 987-2255912 Carroll St., Perry“Your Perfect Gi� Store”

Run Fit Sports......................................31(478) 953-48924025 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins“Middle Georgia’s Running Specialty Store”

Sa�erfield and Dempsey Jewelers.....23(478) 971-1200621 S. Houston Lake Rd., WRwww.sa�erfieldanddempsey.com

Sugarplum Tree...................................23(478) 987-0970917 Carroll St., Perrywww.SugarPlumTree.com“Clothing the Li�le People in Your Life”

Two Friends...........................................7(478) 987-0751926 Carroll St., Perry

Yelverton Jewelers..............................13(478) 971-1600198-A S. Houton Lake Rd., WRwww.yelverton-legacy.com

Dentists/OrthodonticsMiddle Georgia Center for Cosme�c Den�stry –

Dr. Cur�s Hayslip...............................3(478) 929-2190

Smile Georgia! Dental – Dr. DeLoach.............Inside Front Cover

(478) 224-56561113 Morningside Dr., Perry“Because the world always looks brighter from behind a smile”

EducationEagle Springs Children’s Center..........31

(478) 953-5003106 Waterland Way, Centervillewww.eaglespringschildrenscenter.com

Health, Beauty, and FitnessAdora!..................................................32

(478) 335-6655233 N. Houston Rd., Suite 143B, WRwww.adora4u.com

Mary Kay - Evelyn Hill...........................17(478) 988-2659

Medi-Thin............................................27(478) 475-00974357 Forsyth Rd., Suite 240, Maconwww.MediThinWeightLoss.com

Nutra-FITness......................................31(478) 257-66504010 Northside Dr., Maconwww.nutra-fitness.com

The Laser Studio..................................27(478) 474-85001870 Hardeman Ave., Maconwww.TheLaserStudio-USA.com

Yvonne’s Natural Market....................27(478) 254-36704123 Forsyth Rd., Macon

Home Improvement & RepairArchadeck..............................................9

(478) 745-2000www.archadeck-centralga.com

Conner’s Flooring................................13(478) 987-11121812 Hwy 41 N., Perry

EXOVATIONS..........................................9(478) 447-9671www.exova�ons.com

Tradi�ons in Tile and Stone..................5(478) 477-8881201 Woodfield Ct., Maconwww.tradi�onsin�le.com

Home Interiors/ServicesAtlanta Custom Candles......................11

(478) 953-17114025 Watson Blvd., Warner Robinswww.AtlantaCustomCandles.net“We’re more than just a candle store!”

Big Peach An�ques..............................33(478) 956-1968119 Peachtree Pkwy., Byron

Carlton Interiors..................................13 (478) 987-4511913 Carroll St., Perry

CONUS.................................................19 (478) 929-8851

Crosby Furniture..................................11 (478) 328-99851835 Watson Blvd., Warner Robins

Interior Decora�ng, Redesign & Staging(478) 747-5426www.addressingrooms.com

Juicy Junk.............................................33(478) 956-2320119 Peachtree Pkwy., Byron

Just Fabulous Rug & Fine Art Gallery ...17(478) 971-0193Located inside Mobley Fine Furniture216 Valley Dr., Perry

Majes�c Frames..................................19(478) 225-6821

Robins Bedroom and Ma�ress Outlet........35(478) 971-12203070 Watson Blvd., Warner Robinswww.RobinsBedAndMa�ress.com

InsuranceNa�onwide Craig Johnson Agency

(478) 922-20621259R, Russell Parkway, WR

PhotographyGilbert Photography..............................7

(478) 988-1595902-B Commerce St., Perrywww.gilbertphotography.com

Steve Schroeder Photography..............1(478) 755-0505www.SWSPhoto.com

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Physicians & Medical ServicesBaker Hearing Aids..............................19

(478) 746-84622116 Riverside Dr., Macon

Physicians & Medical Services,cont.Cornerstone Medical Associates – Dr. Paul Harne�y.................................11

(478) 971-2186304 Margie Dr., Warner Robins

Gentle Beginning.................................29(478) 997-2005233 N. Houston Lake Rd., WRwww.GentleBeginningWR.com

Hearing Associates................................5(478) 953-2705302 Margie Dr., Warner Robins

www.allaboutears.com

Houston Healthcare.......Inside Back Coverwww.hhc.org

Middle Georgia Orthopaedic.............IBC(478) 953-4563www.mgo.md

NEXus Pain Center...............................33(478) 971-4001100 Jim Mason Ct., Warner Robinswww.NexusPainCenter.com

Urology Specialists of the South.........29(478) 745-65761062 Forsyth St., Maconwww.UrologySpecialistsofGA.com

Warner Robins OB/GYN – Dr. Mark Lafferty..............................29

(478) 923-2229233 N. Houston Lake Rd., WRwww.wrobgyn.com“State-of-the-art women’s health services”

Recrea�onal/Children/HobbiesGrand Opera House.............................17

Monkey Joe’s.......................................11(478) 333-63364993 Russell Pkwy., Warner Robinswww.MonkeyJoesWarnerRobins.com

Tennis Coaching by Paul Tobin............31(478) [email protected]

Real Estate/Living Communi�esHouse for Sale - Newly Renovated.....33

(478) 960-0643www.warnerrobinshomeforsale.com

Lenox Apartment Homes........Back Cover(478) 256-3977“Join our family for awhile or longer”

RestaurantsThe Swanson.........................................7

(478) 987-1938933 Carroll St., Perrywww.theswanson.com

Summer Camps and ActivitiesCamp Li�le Shot..................................14

(478) 746-8626

Central Bap�st.....................................15(478) 953-9319

Fit & Firm Fitness Camp ......................14(478) 971-0730

Fort Valley State University................16(478) 953-0580

Georgia Children’s Home....................17(478) 755-9539

ISR of Middle Georgia.........................17(478) 218-2867

Kingdom Impact..................................16(478) 225-9292

Lane Southern Orchards.....................16(478) 825-3362

MidSummer Macon............................16(478) 757-5174

Wes�ield Academy.............................14(478) 987-0547

TravelShip & Shore Travel Agency................31

(478) 743-95533055 Vineville Ave., Maconwww.ship-shore.com

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