VA officer available

Gary Jones, Veterans Benefit Field Representative for Clinton and surrounding counties, will be in Glasgow at 216 E. Public Square, Lower Level, every day except for the first Tuesday, second Monday, second Thursday and third Monday each month. This will allow Jones to help veterans and their families more effectively from this central location. Veterans can schedule an appointment by call 270-651-9578 or toll free, 1-800-850-1392.

SODA meetings

The support group, SODA (Survivors of Domestic Violence), meets every Tuesday at 2 p.m. at the Clinton County Health Department. For more information call 1-800-755-2017.

Narcotics Anonymous

Narcotics Anonymous group meets each Monday and Tuesday night at 7 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Albany. These meetings are open to anyone wanting to address their drug and alcohol problems.

AA / Al-Anon meetings

AA and Al-Anon will be meeting each Thursday and Saturday night at 7 p.m. in the basement of the First Christian Church.

VA officer available

Veterans Service Officer Earl Claborn is available to help veterans and their families with VA benefits. The office is located in the Clinton County Community Center. Office hours are Monday and Friday from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call 606-387-9447.

Group Fitness classes

Group fitness classes are offered through the month of August at the Wellness Center. Spinning classes will be Monday and Thursday, 5-6 p.m. and Tuesday, 6:15-7:15 p.m.; Cycling classes Monday and Thursday, 5-6 p.m.; Beginner Step classes Tuesday, 5-6 p.m.; and Zumba classes Monday and Thursday, 6:15-7:15 p.m. Cycling and Beginner Step Aerobics classes are free with membership and offered to Center members only. Zumba classes are $2.50 per class for members and $5 for non-members. 43-2

Cruisin’ on the Square

Join us on Saturday, August 20 from 4 to 8 p.m. for Crusin’ on the Square in downtown Albany. There will be 50/50 and door prizes.

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Kentucky Senior Games

Kentucky Senior Games will be September 28 through October 2, 2011 in Murray, Kentucky. Open to all seniors, residents of Kentucky and out-of-state. Individual competition in: Archery, Badminton, Billiards, Bowling, Cycling, Golf, Horseshoes, Racewalk, Racquetball, Shuffleboard, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Track and Field, 5K. Team competition in Basketball, Softball, Volleyball. Age divisions as of December 31, 2011: 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; 85-90; over 90. Download registration packet: www.kyseniorgames.com or call (270) 759-2199 or call Susan Conner at 387-6021. Registration deadline is August 31, 2011. 44-2

Park Board meeting

The Clinton County Rec/Park Board will hold its regular meeting Thursday, August 25 at 6 p.m. at Mountain View Park. The meeting is open to the general public. 44-2

Watermelon Festival Baby Show and Pageant

The Monroe County Watermelon Festival Baby Show and Beauty Pageant will be held Saturday, August 20 starting at 9 a.m. at the Monroe County High School Commons Area, located at 755 Old Mulkey Rd. in Tompkinsville. Admission is $2. For more information on fees, categories, etc. please call Robin Hagan at 270-487-6217 between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m.

Chamber of Commerce
to meet

Clinton County Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly meeting Thursday, August 18 at 12 p.m. at Daymar College. Lunch will be provided.

Clinton Drug Forum

The annual Clinton County Drug Forum will be held Friday, August 26 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at Highway Church of the Nazarene on Hwy. 1351. There will be a meth watch presentation and an address by special speaker, Attorney Angie Capps. Lunch will be served at 11 a.m. Please RSVP by Monday, August 22 to Tonya Thrasher at (606) 688-0194 (tonya.thrasher@clinton.kyschools.us) or Sherry Poore (sherry.poore@clinton.kyschool.us). 44-2

Fall Soccer registration

Twin Lakes Family Wellness Center and 21st Century registration for Fall 2011 Soccer is now underway. Students age 3-14 may participate. Registration forms are due Friday, August 19. Forms may be picked up at the Wellness Center. For more information call 387-9622 or 387-6027.

2nd Chance Outreach

2nd Chance Outreach Center is a non-profit Christ centered life recovery program serving your local community. If you or someone you know struggles with substance abuse or compulsive behavior, please feel free to call 24 hours for a free consultation or referral at 1-270-384-9548, or visit us at www.2ndchanceoutreach.com.