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Cakes-for-Books Silent Auction

Members of the Friends of the Library will sponsor a Silent Cake Auction during the week of Saturday, Oct. 6, through Friday, Oct. 12. The bidding will begin Saturday, Oct. 6, at the Jenkins County Memorial Library during the Fair-on-the-Square. Bids will close Friday, Oct. 12, and the cakes will be delivered to the winners Saturday, Oct. 13.

The auction is being held to raise money for children's books. The Libri Foundation is offering to double any money, up to $1,000 total. What a great way to obtain new books for the local library, and eat your cake at the same time!

Cakes are being donated by some of Jenkins County's best cooks. Visit the library and make your bid and selection.

Sons of Confederate Veterans

to hold recruiting meeting

The Sons of Confederate Veterans Camps of Millen and Sylvania will host a Recruiting Meeting 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 25, at the Olde Freight Depot Pavilion on Cotton Avenue in Millen. All interested individuals are encouraged to attend. Bring a chair, as the meeting is expected to last about one hour. SCV field representative Jack Marlar will facilitate the meeting. Call 982-2134 for more information.

"Spirit of October" Flower Show

The Azalea Garden Club of Millen will sponsor a Small Standard Flower show noon until 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, at the Jenkins County Memorial Library. The public is cordially invited to attend at no charge.

Titled "Spirit of October," the show will feature fall and Halloween designs. A horticulture section, which is open to any amateur grower, will have sections of annuals, perennials, roses, trees and shrubs.

Fair-on-the-Square Parade

Any individual or group who is interested in participating in this year's Fair-on-the-Square Parade should contact Cindy Linder at 982-3274.

All entries need to have a sign or banner stating their advertisement, name of organization or entry's name. No one under the age of 16 will be allowed to drive or operate a vehicle unless someone 21 years of age or older is accompanying them.

The parade will begin at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 6, from Jenkins County High School (JCHS.) All entry vehicles must be at JCHS at 9 a.m. to line up. All riders of vehicles should be at JCHS at 9:30 a.m.