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Residents in the Crowley school district can learn more about the demands and rewards of school board service at a candidate workshop from 7-9 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Region 11 Education Service Center at 3001 N. Freeway in Fort Worth.
The workshop, hosted by the Texas Association of School Boards, will provide interested community members and individuals thinking about running for the board with a better understanding of what is involved in being elected and serving as a local trustee, according to spokeswoman Tanya Barnett.
Topics to be covered include what it's like to be a trustee, key responsibilities of the board, division of authority with staff, how to campaign constructively and where to find more information.
Participants will also view “A Call to Service,” a Texas Association of School Boards' video highlighting many aspects of board service and featuring several experienced school trustees, Barnett said.
The workshop is open to anyone and admission is free. For information, call Barnett at TASB, 512-467-0222 or 800-580-8272, ext. 6248, or visit the TASB Web site at www.lts.tasb.org.
Edward Jones investment representative Dusty Babitzke of Crowley will host a free satellite broadcast, “The Medicare Rx Plan: What It Is and How It Works” at 10:30 a.m. today at the firm, 101 N. Beverly St., Suite A.
With the May 15 deadline approaching for choosing a Medicare prescription drug plan, Edward Jones will invite outside experts to discuss Medicare Part D, drug coverage options and strategies to help protect one's retirement income against rising health care costs.
This interactive event is presented at select Edward Jones branch offices nationwide, including the one in Crowley, via the firm's private video network.
To reserve a seat or for information about the program, call Babitzke at 817-297-2009. For those who are unable to attend, additional viewing opportunities are available.
McMurry senior outfielder/pitcher Greg Erickson, a Crowley graduate, was named the Preseason Player of the Year in the American Southwest Conference's West Division, according to the Fort Worth Star Telegram's small college game notes. Erickson helped the McKinney Marshals earn a berth in the Texas Collegiate League's championship game last summer.
There will be a blood drive from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the First United Methodist Church of Crowley fellowship hall. The church is located at 509 W. Peach, north of the Crowley library and new fire station. All donors will receive a free T-shirt, according to event coordinator Jeanette Burns.
For information about donating, call Carter BloodCare at 1-800-Donate-4 or to schedule an appointment for the Crowley blood drive, call Burns at 817-297-4863.
The Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce and McDaniel Billing solutions will be hosting a program of interest to health care professionals at a Health Fair Symposium from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Feb. 22 in the auditorium at the Huguley Fitness Center.
Information will be presented relating to methods of receiving payments in a timely manner, plus successful payment options available to clients, state-of-the-art techniques and successful marketing programs.
Vendors are welcome to attend and set up booths at a minimal cost. Physicians, chiropractors, dentists and veterinarians are encouraged to attend. There is no cost. For information, call the BACC at 817-295-6121.
Lance-A-Lots, a diabetic support group, will meet at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23 in the Rob Rutledge Education Wing of Harris Methodist Hospital at 701 Fifth Avenue in Fort Worth, group volunteer Lee Watkins said.
Parking passes are provided. For information, call Karen at 817-882-3646 or Watkins at 817-292-2346.
The Burleson Area Retired School Employees Association will hold a joint meeting set for 11:30 a.m. March 8 with a luncheon with Johnson County retired educators at the Cleburne Civic Center, parliamentarian R.D. Scott said..
Anyone interested in promoting the fine arts in Burleson, including visual and performing arts, is asked to contact Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce President Greg Solomon at 817-295-6121 to discuss application.
The Burleson Arts Council is a division of the Burleson Making It Happen Foundation. The council has discussed planning a mystery dinner theater; community talent show, community play, hosting a children's theater, coordinating an art show and providing art education seminars.
The Crowley Area Chamber of Commerce's first quarterly luncheon is set for 11:30 a.m. March 16 at State National Bank (formerly Heritage Bank) in the Heritage Room. The guest speaker will be from the Fort Worth Women's Business Assistance Center. Opportunities are still available for luncheon sponsor and caterer by calling the chamber.
• The CACC announced its partnership with the Entrepreneur Expo, presented by Lockheed Martin and Chase Bank and produced by the Fort Worth Women's Business Center, from 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. March 17. The expo is being held at the Fort Worth Convention Center. Keynote speaker is Mark Victor Hansen, co-author of the “Chicken Soup for the Soul” series and “Cracking the Millionaire Code.” For information, visit www.entrepreneurexpo.org.
The Junior Chamber Ambassadors are in the process of collecting items for children who must be placed in foster care. Items needed include hygiene products like toothpaste, toothbrushes, combs, lip gloss, lice kits, soap and shampoo.
The Junior Chamber Ambassador program is a partnership since 1998 between the Burleson school district and the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce. Ambassadors support the Ronald McDonald House program and are collecting coats as part of the Wendy's Coat Collection Campaign.
To donate or for information, call Jeanie Gilbert at 817-447-5730, Greg Solomon at 817-295-6121 or Gina McQuatters at Burleson High School, 817-295-5700.
The Southwest Fort Worth AARP Chapter 4116 will hold its regular monthly meeting with coffee and doughnuts at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the Genesis United Methodist Church (7635 S. Hulen).
The program will be presented by Kristine Kahanek, chief meteorologist for KTVT CBS Channel 11. The get-acquainted time is followed at 10:30 a.m. with the program and business meeting. For information, call publicity chairman Velma Craft at 817-923-1868.
— Computer mini-classes are available on a first-come, first-served basis at times posted in the library and on the library Web site, www.burlesonlibrary.com.
— 6:30 p.m., fourth Mondays — Book Discussion Group.
The library is located at 248 S.W. Johnson Ave. and is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Friday; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The phone number is 817-295-6131.
The Johnson County Master Gardener Law and Garden Show is planned for March 11 at the Cleburne Civic Center and the Cleburne Senior Center, which are adjacent to each other at 1501 W. Henderson St. More information can be found at the event Web site at www.jcmga. org/gardenshow.html.
The Miss Burleson organization is hosting the Little Miss and Little Mr. Burleson Pageant, with registration at 9:30 a.m. and the contest to start at 10:30 a.m. March 25. The event, set for the Community Center in Chisenhall Park, is open to all ages from birth to 12 years old.
The pageant will be divided by various age divisions and categories, including talent, photogenic, party dress and interview. Other pageant features include prizes, flowers and shirts for all participants, as well as crowns and sashes for the winners. Proceeds will support scholarships for Miss Burleson and the Outstanding Teen.
Call the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce at 817-295-6121 for registration forms.
Valentine's Day today in the Founder's Room at the library will provide the setting for a special movie night for the public, with a double feature planned. Movie selections include “Elizabethtown” (rated PG-13) and the animated “Corpse Bride,” (rated G) according to Librarian Gwen Hopper. Movies are planned at 6 p.m. and again at 7:30 p.m. Popcorn and drinks will be furnished.
Friends of the Crowley Library meet at 7 p.m. every third Monday in the Founders' Room at the library. Library patrons are encouraged to attend.
The library is closed Sunday and Monday and open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
For information or to sign up, call the library at 817-297-6707.
The Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting the Commerce Golf Tournament at the Hidden Creek Golf Course at 1 p.m. March 31.
The tournament will be a four-person Florida scramble with a shotgun start. Lunch will be served at noon. Cost per player is $75. Call 817-295-6131 to reserve a spot.
All sorts of sponsorships are available, he said, including hole, tee box, goody bag and food.
This year's Community Talent Show is set for 6:30 p.m. April 22, hosted by the Burleson High School Interact Club, the Burleson Area Chamber of Commerce and the Burleson Arts Council. Bands, vocalists and instrumentalists are welcome to participate.
The event is planned for the BHS auditorium. Auditions will start at 8 a.m. April 8. Anyone interested in participating can call 817-295-6131.
Burleson's leaf collection program is expanding and will include yard waste such as grass clippings and leaves. Yard waste collection dates are March 6 and April 3.
Each street will be driven only once in the weeks listed. Bags must be at the curb by 7:30 a.m. at the beginning of each week. If bags are not out in time, they will not be picked up until the following collection period. Bags must be approved lawn collection bags.
For information, call the Public Works Department at 817-447-5410, ext. 271.
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