Andalusia Community Events from WAAO | Events

Sometimes December, with Christmas and the coming New Year, bring difficult memories of loss and sadness.  Sometimes there is simply a need for peace and serenity in what can be a very stressful and busy time.  St. Mary’s Episcopal Church, located at 1307 East Three Notch Street, will offer a special service on Tuesday, Dec 18th , at 6pm that will recognize and honor these feelings.  The service of readings, prayers, and music will remember the hope of the Christmas story and the promise of peace shared by the angels so long ago. Fellowship and refreshments will follow.  You are welcome.  For questions or for more info, contact the church office at  222-2487.

Christmas Greetings from the Covington Blind & Low Vision Outreach Group.  They will be hosting their upcoming meeting on Thursday, December 6th, at Hilltop Restaurant in Gantt at 1 pm. Your meal is at your own expense. You are invited to join with their Christmas cheer. The Covington Blind & Low Vision Outreach Group meets every  1st  and 3rd  Thursday of each month at the Andalusia Public Library. The group offers hope and education for family and those dealing with loss of eyesight.  Most loss of vision is due to many age related diseases.      For more info contact:   Wanda Scroggins (334) 428-3335.

As part of its fundraising efforts for the 2013 Covington County campaign, PowerSouth’s Relay For Life team is sponsoring its second annual 5K Resolution Run/Walk on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2013. The race will start and finish at Andalusia City Hall. The road course will travel through several Andalusia neighborhoods surrounding Andalusia High School. Participants should be at the starting line at 8:45 a.m. for a 9 a.m. start.

“Everyone is encouraged  to join up for the race, whether you intend to run or walk at your leisure to support this most worthy cause,” said Dianne Curry, PowerSouth employee and Resolution Race Chairman. “Last year all participants were very pleased with the race route. Runners and walkers of all skill levels are welcome.”

Pre-registrations for the Resolution Race/Walk will be accepted through Dec. 27. Entry fees are $25 for participants 13 years or older and $20 for participants 12 and younger. Race-day registrations are accepted from 7:30 to 8:30 at Andalusia City Hall. The race will be conducted rain or shine.

Participants must pre-register by Dec. 27 to be assured a long-sleeve t-shirt. The overall male and female first place finishers will be awarded $50 prizes. Medals will go to the first place male and female in each age division. Post-race prizes will be awarded and winners announced in the City Hall Auditorium.

Donations for the PowerSouth Relay For Life team are being accepted in lieu of race/walk participation. All checks are to be made payable to “PowerSouth.” For more information, contact Lisa Cravey, PowerSouth employee and Relay For Life team member at (334) 427-3435.

Source: WAAO