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ALABAMA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM HOSTS 1ST ANNUAL ALABAMA COMMUNITY SYSTEM DAY
The Alabama Community College System will host its 1st Annual Alabama Community College System Day, in recognition of National Community College Month, on Thursday, April 30, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., in Montgomery. The event will take place on the lawns of the Alabama State Capitol and State Archives and History building. More than 1,500 students, faculty and staff from across the System are expected to be in attendance including approximately 100 students, faculty, and staff from Calhoun Community College. During the program, students and faculty of the colleges, business and industry representatives, legislators and Dr. Mark Heinrich, Chancellor of the System, will speak. Gov. Robert Bentley is scheduled to speak at 11:15 a.m. In addition to the speakers, the event will feature exhibits showcasing student work including Welding, Healthcare, 3-D imaging, Robotics and Culinary Arts. Media are encouraged to attend.
WHO: Alabama Community College System
WHAT: Alabama Community College System Day
WHEN: Thursday, April 30, 2015, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Alabama State Capitol and State Archives and History building lawns
**Barricades: Washington Ave. at S. Bainbridge St.; Washington Ave. at S. Union Street; S. Union Street just north of Washington Ave.; Washington Ave. at S. Ripley (partial)**
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May 2, 2015 at 2 & 6 p.m.
Starring: The Students of the Johnny Stallings Arts Program
Merrimack Hall is home to the Johnny Stallings Arts Program, which provides arts education to more than 500 children, teens and adults with special needs through classes like Dance Your Dreams! and Project UP. Since the program launched in 2008, Merrimack Hall has held an annual spring recital to celebrate the achievements of these precious students. These children, teens and adults live with a variety of challenges, including Down syndrome, cerebal palsy, autism, cancer and more. The recital is also a major fundraiser for the following year's program - a chance for the public and supporters to give back while also showing support for these incredible performers. The recital also recognizes citizens with the annual Dream Big! Award, honoring individuals who have overcome obstacles to follow their dreams.
*Note: This year's recital is split into two performances to accommodate all family and friends who wish to attend.
Saturday, May 2 at 2:00 p.m. or Saturday, May 2 at 6:00 p.m.
Tickets are $20 for all ages
This special event is a fundraiser for Merrimack Hall's Johnny Stallings Arts Program for people with special needs.
No ticket discounts are available, as all proceeds directly benefit JSAP. For more information you may contact the box office at (256) 534-6455.
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Dragon Boat Race & Festival
Registration is open for the 4th Annual Decatur Morgan Hospital Foundation Dragon Boat Festival! Get the Ride of your life Saturday, May 9th, at Point Mallard Aquatic Center Beach.
Sure to become a favorite in North Alabama, dragon boat racing is one of the fastest growing sports in the world and the most fun, unique cultural event featuring adrenaline-pumping action. Dragon boat racing grows in popularity each year, with more than 50 million people in 63 countries participating. Teams of 20 paddlers, a drummer and steerer race in authentic, 46-foot-long dragon boats. All ages, skill levels and physiques can paddle, making it the ultimate team building sport, requiring synchronicity, finesse, and the power to win.
For more details, click here.
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CATCH FOR A CURE
The Calhoun Softball Team earned $723.00 at the Catch for a Cure event on Saturday, April 18. This campaign supports the American Cancer Society, and donations are still being accepted through May 5th.
If you are interested in donating to this great cause, please make checks payable to:
American Cancer Society
Please send to all donations to Dr. Nancy Keenum in the Kelley Gymnasium, Decatur Campus.
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What are these things?
Some of you may have noticed these devices on ceilings, walls, furniture, etc. and have wondered what they are.
Sain Engineering is assisting us with a building environment analysis. Some of the parameters being measured are occupancy, light levels, temperature, and relative humidity. These analyzers will be in place for approximately one month, then removed.
These analyzers do not:
- Take pictures
- Record sound
- Transmit any form of signal
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JOHN R. RUSSELL HEALTH SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP
As a tribute to the late John Russell, retired Calhoun biology instructor, Calhoun Community College Foundation has approved the John R. Russell Health Sciences Scholarship. John Robert Russell, or "Bunky" to those who knew and loved him, taught biology for 34 years at Calhoun Community College. He constantly reminded students and colleagues alike to understand the big picture of life and personified this in his interactions with both. He was wise, warm, caring, and always seemed genuinely interested in whatever the person on the other side of the desk wanted to discuss. He could offer both fatherly advice and simple truth in measured doses that people could understand, and all of us usually turned to him first when we needed one or both. John was instrumental in establishing the Huntsville campus of Calhoun, serving as its first Director for a number of years before realizing that he was getting away from his first love, and his strength, classroom teaching. He returned to the science department for the remainder of his career, where he was a daily source of good humor, camaraderie, professionalism, and a valuable role model for many as the department grew over the years. John would proudly smile to know that we have chosen to honor his memory in this way, because this is the big picture in education to help students in the way they need it!
We are excited to have an opportunity to award this scholarship to a deserving student studying health sciences. It is our goal to retain gifted students in our programs, and this scholarship will make it both easier and attractive for quality students to continue their studies here at Calhoun. Please join us as we honor one of our beloved instructors who served this institution and the students in a manner worthy of emulation.
Visit Calhoun Community for additional details on donating.
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THE HOT SARDINES
Tuesday, April 28, 7:30pm
Princess Theatre, downtown Decatur
It's a great American success story worthy of the cinema: a born-and-bred NYC actor meets a Parisian-born writer at an open jazz jam over a noodle shop in Manhattan, and before you could say "Bourbon Street Parade," the Hot Sardines were bringing their contagious brand of joy to audiences all over the world. Vanity Fair applauds their "unique repertoire, and a sound and style that are distinctly their own," and Forbes Magazine calls them "one of the best jazz bands in NYC today."
For more details and ticket prices, click here.
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The Horticulture Spring Sale will be held through May 11th. Buster Williamson is currently taking appointments from 9:00 am - 10:00 am on Monday and Tuesday. You may contact Mr. Williamson at 256-233-4600 ext. 458 to schedule an appointment. Please keep in mind you must have an appointment to enter the Limestone Correctional Facility and appropriate apparel must be worn. Open toe shoes, white clothing or shorts are not prohibited in the LCF.
If you would like to obtain a price list, please contact Pat McCay at 256-233-4600 ext. 451 or Calhoun extension 4860.
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RELEASE YOUR CREATIVE SIDE THIS SUMMER!
Are you a creative person with an eye for design? If so, this course will show you how to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms.
Interior design takes training as well as talent, and these lessons will give you the know-how you need to design a room from floor to ceiling. You’ll delve into color theory, industry trends, spatial arrangements, floor plans, traditional and modern interior design ideas, and other basics. In addition, you’ll explore a range of careers in interior design and get insider tips for entering this exciting field.
Because interior design is constantly evolving, you’ll also learn about some of the latest trends affecting the industry. You’ll investigate “green” sustainable design, and you’ll find out how to modify your designs for people with special needs.
As you master design skills step-by-step, you’ll complete your first project: a fully developed room design complete with spatial layout, lighting, and finish selections. Your new knowledge and hands-on practice will give you the confidence you need to start creating beautiful residential interiors for yourself and others.
Register today for Introduction of Interior Designs. The class is $109 and only lasts 6 weeks. The upcoming class dates are May 13 and June 17, 2015.
Register online at www.ed2go.com/calhounccalus
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PLEASE JOIN US IN WELCOMING THE NEWEST MEMBER OF OUR FAMILY
Andrea Blankenship
Adult Education Teacher
Decatur Campus
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28 Sandra McCully
Cosmetology
29 Michael Kinney
History/Political Science
29 Charline Nixon
Computer Information Systems
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30 Collis Sims
Technologies
30 Irene Kennedy
Research Planning & Grants
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APRIL
29 Phi Theta Kappa Eat Wings Raise Funds
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Buffalo Wild Wings, Decatur, AL
30 Alabama Community College System Day Celebration
10:00 am - 2:00 pm - Alabama State Archives Bldg. lawn, Montgomery, AL
Please contact Janet Kincherlow-Martin or Belinda Lane if you would like to attend.
May
1 Honors Day
10:00 am - Kelley Gymnasium - Decatur Campus
7 Finals
(5/7/2015 - 5/13/2015)
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