Russell News

Russell News June 20, 2017

June Lunch Program

            Russell has been privileged to reap the benefits of the State sponsored (USDA) school lunch program through the Chariton school district. Each weekday, so far in June, up to 32 youth have eaten free meals at the Russell Museum. From 11:10-11:35 a meal can be eaten at the Library/Museum for ages 1-18. There is no enrollment or costs for the meals. The last days for the free meal is through Friday, June 30^th.

             Vacation Bible School

            Faith United Methodist Church will have Vacation Bible School, Monday through Thursday, July 10-13 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  The theme will be Hero Central:  Discover Your Strength in God.  Children from 3 years of age (must be potty trained or have an adult with them) through 5th grade.  Come join the fun!  We will have snacks, singing, Bible stories and crafts.  The program will be Thursday, July 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the sanctuary with refreshments to follow.

 Calendar

            Monday, June 26, 7 p.m.  Russell Sportsmen's Club Trap shoot

            Sunday, July 2^nd,  7 p.m. Russell Sportsmen's Club Trap shoot (Ranges closed 2-5 p.m. on the 2nd Sunday of each month for 4-H Shooting Sports )

            Friday, July 3^rd, 9 a.m. Charley Clark Legion Post will put out flags for the Avenue of Flags at the Russell Cemetery. On July 5^th at 9 a.m. they will retire them.

            July 10-13^th, Faith United Methodist Church Vacation Bible School

            Wednesday, July 5^th ,  6:30 p.m. Faith United Methodist Night Owls -  Carol Swigart will be the hostess and Lona Aldrich will have the lesson.

            Monday, July 10^th,  7 p.m. Russell City Council meeting

            Monday, July 10^th, 7 p.m. Russell Sportsmen's Club Trap shoot

            Tuesday, July 11^h,  6 p.m. American Legion/Auxiliary meeting

            Sunday, July 16^th , 7 p.m.  Russell Sportsmen's Club handgun class

            Monday, July 24^th,7 p.m.  Russell Sportsmen's Club Trap shoot

            Tuesday, July 18^th,   10:15 a.m. Russell News meeting at the Museum, everyone welcome

            Thursday, July 20^th   5:15 p.m. Russell Museum/Library Board meeting

            Sunday, July 30^th, 7 p.m.,  Russell Sportsmen's Club Center-fire rifle