Community digest 9/21/06

Taxpayer bill of rights presentation held today

A presentation and question-and-answer session on the tax-payer bill of rights will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. today at the Jackson Senior Citizen Center, 2690 Travelers Way in Jackson. Speakers include Allen Icet, Missouri House of Representatives, and Amy Bloui, Partners to Protect Missouri's Future. For more information, call Ruth Dockins at 335-3331.

Pachyderm Club to meet at Dexter Bar-B-Que

The Southeast Missouri Pachyderm Club will have a meal at 6:15 p.m. tonight at Dexter Bar-B-Que in Cape Girardeau, with a meeting at 7 p.m. Guest speaker following will be Dr. Michael Wulfers.

Civil War Roundtable to meet for outing

The Civil War Roundtable will take a fall trip to Fort Benton and the Stony Battery residence of members Scott and Patti House Saturday. Meet at 7:30 a.m. at the Hanover Lutheran Church parking lot, 2949 Perryville Road, Cape Girardeau for departure by 8 a.m. Plans are to be arriving back in Cape by midafternoon.

Shere Khan ensemble to hold fund-raiser

Shere Khan, the percussion ensemble at Cape Girardeau Central Middle School, will hold a dinner and silent auction Saturday to raise money for the group's trip to Omaha, Neb., on Nov. 10 to perform at a national music conference. The chicken and dumplings and kettle beef dinner with homemade desserts will be from 5 to 7:30 p.m. in the cafeteria. Auction items include gift certificates, movies passes and a portrait package. A highlight of the auction will be a framed photograph of the Shere Khan ensemble with two manuscripts of original music they will perform at the music conference. Tickets are available at the door or in advance from Shere Khan members. Shere Khan's 43 fifth- and sixth-graders perform on recorders, drums and African xylophones and are directed by Central Middle School music teacher Pam Dumey.

Project Linus quilting event to be held Saturday

Contributions of quilt blocks will be created from 10:30 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Holiday Inn, 2300 Reed Station Parkway in Carbondale, Ill. The quilt blocks will be donated to Project Linus, making larger quilts for children of families in the Southern Illinois community who have experienced tragedies. The quilts will be donated to local fire stations and women's shelters to give to the children. All skill levels are welcome. Machines and supplies will be on hand. For more information, call Chuck at (618) 529-5665.

Ill. Trail of Tears chapter to present program

The Illinois chapter of the Trail of Tears Association will hold a fall general membership meeting at 1:30 p.m. Sunday at the Vienna Public Library, 401 Poplar Street, Vienna, Ill. The program "Politics of Cherokee Removal: Events and Personalities" will be be presented by Rowena McClinton, associate professor at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville in the Department of Historical Studies. For more information, contact Cheryl Jett at (618) 394-8510.

Jordan family reunion to be held at county park

The Jordan reunion will be held at 12:30 p.m Sept. 30 at Cape Girardeau County Memorial Park. Bring food and enjoy the evening. For more information, call Kathy Jordan at 238-1627.

Cub-o-ree to be held at Jackson City Park

The Shawnee District of Boy Scouts of America is hosting a Cub-o-ree at the Jackson City Park from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 30. Cub Scouts may participate in activities include shooting BB guns, archery, fishing, crafts and games. Any first- through fifth-grade boy who is interested in joining Cub Scouts may also join in the fun. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. There is no charge for the event and lunch will be provided. For more information, contact Laura James at 264-2712.

Cape public library to hold senior fair

The Cape Girardeau Public Library will hold a senior fair from 1 to 4 p.m. Sept. 30 for those age 60 and over, their families and caregivers. The afternoon will feature free programs, music and informational materials. Short presentations by local agencies will be ongoing.

Sullinger/Hitt reunion to be held Oct. 1

The Sullinger/Hitt reunion will be held at the Fairview General Baptist Church near Advance, Mo., with a potluck dinner at 1 p.m. Oct. 1. All family and friends are invited.

Klaus family reunion planned for Oct. 1

The Klaus family reunion will begin with at noon Oct. 1 with a basket potluck dinner at Trinity Lutheran Parish Hall in Friedheim, Mo. Bring table service and food. Photos and other memorabilia are also requested. Call 335-6301 for more information.

First flea market for men's ministry to be held

The Scott City First Assembly of God Men's Ministry will hold their first annual indoor/outdoor flea market from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 6 and 7. For more information, contact Dean Foulk at 887-6496 or the church at 264-2365.

Harvest day at Pioneer Orchards to be Oct.7

The 39th annual harvest day at Pioneer Apple Orchards, a fund-raiser for the American Cancer Society and Shriner's Hospitals, will be held from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 7 at the orchard on Highway 34 West in Jackson. Special events include crafts, food stands, baby contest, king and queen contest, live music, rides, soap making, apple butter and cider making, children's games, animal petting pen, mazes and more.

Minor's to hold poker run for veterans home

A fall poker run will be held rain or shine with registration at 10 a.m. Oct. 8 at Minor's Harley-Davidson in Scott City; last bike will be out at noon. Bikes are due back in by 4 p.m. All motorcycles, cars and trucks welcome. First 50 to sign in receive a free patch. Profits will purchase items needed by residents at the Missouri Veterans Home in Cape Girardeau.

Retired teachers' fall meeting to be Oct. 13

Registration begins at 10:30 a.m. for a noon lunch Oct. 13 at Perkins restaurant, Highway 67 North, 2121 N. Westwood in Poplar Bluff. Guest speaker is Jim Kreider, MRTA executive director. The Butler County Retired Teachers will host the meeting. Call Helen Brandt at (573) 328-1184 for more information. Luncheon payment should be sent by Oct. 1 to Paula Allen at 717 CR 653, Broseley, Mo. 63932.

Oct. 14 benefit to be held for Todd Ritter

Todd Ritter, son of Rev. Fred and Deloris Ritter, is in need of a kidney transplant. A benefit to help pay the expenses will be held at 5 p.m. Oct. 14 at First Baptist Church Family Life Center on Broadway in Marble Hill, Mo. Gospel singing includes the Southern Brothers, the Cowboy Band from Fruitland, Sweet Peace and Ray Jennings soloist. Menu will be chili, homemade soup and salad, drinks and dessert. Donation items are being sought for the live auction. Call Deloris at (573) 238-3665 or (573) 208-8006.

-- From staff reports