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The Opelika Observer is a community owned and operated weekly newspaper devoting its entire focus to the Opelika area, covering the people, businesses and government of Opelika.

Community Calendar

 

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB: The Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lee County will receive a percentage of all sales made at the TigerTown Chick-Fil-A restaurant between the hours of 5 p.m. and 8 p.m the last Friday of each month.

 

Wednesdays: Darden Wellness Clinic Serving the Community from 9 a.m. - Noon at The Darden House. Appointments are preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. For more information, call (334) 528-1438.

Job Search Support Group: Job Support Group (JSG) is a great networking group for professionals out of work and in search of employment. The JSG meetings allow participants to exchange ideas about the job search process and receive encouragement from group members. The JSG meets the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month at 4 p.m. at the Goodwill Career Center. Questions about the program can be directed to Ted Bryant at (334) 275-4185.

	Friday, July 30
	RBC Bank is partnering with Lee County to collect school supplies for the children in need. RBC Banking center in Lee County will be collecting school supplies July 30 through August 13 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. to provide to children as they begin the school year. All items collected will be distributed between Auburn City Schools, Opelika City Schools and Lee County School systems.
	Saturday, July 31
	J.W. Darden Gospel Fest from 3 - 5 p.m. at Opelika Middle School Auditorium at Denson Drive. The J.W. Darden Foundation, Inc. and the J.W. Darden Alumni are hosting this event. The master of ceremony will be Sylvester McPherson. A donation of $10 will be appreciated.
	Saturday, July 31
	Alabama Bikers for Babies Ride to Talladega Superspeedway at 7:30 a.m.at SouthernLINC, 5415 Atlanta Hwy in Montgomery. Hit the road with bikers from across the state and ride to Talladega Superspeedway! Gateway Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. with bikes out at 9 a.m. The minimum donation of $35 includes riding laps on the speedway, photo on your bike in Victory Lane and an exclusive Bikers for Babies pin! This is an AMA Sanctioned and Trooper escorted ride. To register online or for more information visit www.bikersforbabiesal.org or contact Linda Gross at (334) 787-0693 or lgross@marchofdimes.com.
	Tuesday, August 3
	Public Hearing on Cable TV & Telecommunications for City of Opelika at 7 p.m. at the City Council Chamber. Find out the specifics of the proposal of Cable TV and Telecommunications services for Opelika residents. August10 is the scheduled date for the municipal election on this proposal.
	Wednesday, August 4
	Ribbon Cutting at Arbor Springs Health & Rehab Ctr. at 10 a.m. 1910 Pepperell Pkwy
	Friday, August 6 – Sunday, August 8
	2010 SALES TAX HOLIDAY begins at 12:01 a.m. and ends August 8, at midnight. Alabama will hold its fi fth annual sales tax holiday, giving shoppers the opportunity to purchase certain school supplies, computers and clothing free of state sales tax or use tax. For more information, contact (334) 242- 1490 or 866-576-6531. Retailers are required to participate and may not charge tax on items that are legally tax-exempt during the Sales Tax Holiday. For more information or to see a quick reference sheet of exempt items, visit www.revenue.alabama.gov/salestax/SalesTaxHol.htm.
	Saturday, August 7
	Just Because Social Club will be hosting its 3rd Annual Fun Day in the Park. A non-profit organization, who through your generous donations and strong contributions, provide help to our children throughout the community. The purpose of this annual fun day event is to provide a full day of fun and entertainment for the children of the community. There will be plenty of food and prizes to be given away to the children. If you have any questions please call Rickey Jones at (706) 577-7785.
	Monday, August 9
	Opelika Police Department offering Bank Safety Course Opelika Sportsplex and Aquatics Ctr. at 9 a.m. The Crime Prevention Unit of the Opelika Police Department is hosting a class on bank safety. For more information, contact Detective Jackie Hamby at jhamby@opelika.net or call (334) 705-5250.
	Saturday, August 14
	Lee County Humane Society Bottles & Brushes.
	Wednesday, August 18
	Chamber Board of Directors Meeting.
	Wesnesday, August 25
	Business Over Breakfast: Coach Tony Barbee.
	Wesnesday, August 25
	Business After Hours AU Hotel & Conf. Center
	Thursday, August 26
	Business After Hours: East Alabama Community FCU.

 

 

 

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