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Upcoming Girl Scouts Events
September 23rd 2013 by Beth Farrah
Submitted by
Beth Farrar, SMT Writer
Wappapello, Missouri - Girl Scouts have been writing, singing, and playing songs that celebrate their club and its motto of sisterhood and the typical ideals of Girl Scouting since the club first began. Help keep this old tradition alive and sing to your heart's content around the campfire with our local Girl Scout troops.Beth Farrar, SMT Writer
This time of year is perfect for bonfires and the weather is finally settling down enough for the Girl Scouts to have one of their oldest club traditions. Our local Sun Down Sing Along will be held at the Latonka Program Center from 5:30pm to 7:30pm on Saturday, September 28th. Girl Scouts of all ages, including: Daisy, Brownie, Junior, Cadette, Senior, and Ambassador are welcome to join this upcoming event.
This great opportunity will be complete with s'mores, songs, and the fellowship with the other Girl Scout sisters. If you want to be a part of this tradition, you're in luck! The deadline for this event will be extended until September 25th. The cost for the Girl Scouts planning on attending will be $6 and the price for adults will be the same amount.
Don't forget that if you have a favorite Girl Scout song, send it to the Girl Scout office in Dexter so that your favorite song can be featured in the special song book during the sing along this weekend on Saturday.
Our local Girl Scouts will also be hosting a Girl Scouts and Non-Girl Scouts camp-out at Camp Latonka on Friday, October 11th and Saturday, October 12th. The cost for both nights will be $15 and the cost for only Saturday night will be $13. If non-participants would like to buy just the t-shirt by itself, the cost would be $12.
On Friday night, check in will be held from 6:00pm to 7:00pm. After that, there will be activities held in the dining hall. On Friday night, there will be a bring your own sack supper, but meals will be provided on Saturday. If you wish to attend, be sure to pack your own camping supplies, including: a sleeping bag, a pillow, toiletries, a flashlight, and a change of clothes.
On Saturday, the check-in for the Saturday campers will begin at 9:00am. Activities will be held all day long and later that night, there will be a bonfire held at the lake front. Girl Scout Troops will be preparing their songs and skits to share for that night.
The camp-out is a great way to spend time in the outdoors with your family and friends and it is open to Girl Scouts and Non-Girl Scouts alike. Both upcoming Girl Scouts activities will be fun for everyone, so be sure not to miss your chance to sign up!
Last Updated on September 23rd 2013 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/upo4/Upcoming-Girl-Scouts-Events
The New Miss Stoddard County Fair Queen
September 23rd 2013 by Dee Loflin
Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Dexter, Missouri – The 86th Annual Stoddard County Fair got off to a strong start Tuesday evening with the parade in downtown Dexter and the crowning of fair royalty. Both of which drew large crowds!
The 2013 Miss Stoddard County Fair Queen is Miss Taylor Owens! Taylor is the daughter of Ken and Shannon Owens.Show in the photo are from left, First Alternate Alexis May, daughter of Perry May and Patty May. Taylor Owens in the middle. At right is Second Alternate Emily Brown, daughter of Michael and Jenny Brown. All three ladies are from Dexter, Missouri.
The newly crowned Miss Taylor Owens got right to work at the fair. She presented ribbons, trophies, and attended many activities that were held at the fairgrounds including the Demo Derby on Saturday night. She assisted with the SCF Children’s Pageant on Saturday morning as well.
The 2013 Stoddard County Fair Queen also received a $150 cash prize along with her crown, trophy, sash, and flowers.
What an amazing night for all of these young ladies. Congratulations Taylor!Last Updated on September 23rd 2013 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/upo2/The-New-Miss-Stoddard-County-Fair-Queen
DHS Football Players Surprise Small Wonders Children
September 22nd 2013 by Dee Loflin
Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
The children were dressed for the occasion in their red and black showing their Bearcat pride!
Peyton Pollock, quarterback for the Bearcats handed off the football to DJ Dowdy who ran as "fast" as he could and was "tackled" by children who were giggling, laughing and screaming as they ran after him.
Everyone seemed to have a great time. Some of the little girls were surprised to see a "girl" football player. Miss MaKayla was introduced by Coach Peden and he told the youngsters that even little girls can grow up and play football if they work hard and practice!
The players invited the children to come out and watch a football game and cheer for the Bearcats!
Thank you Coach Peden and all of the football players who took time out of their schedule to stop by and see the youngsters at Small Wonders. Memories that will last forever!
Small Wonders Child Development Center is located in the First Baptist Church at 311 N. Walnut St. in Dexter, Missouri. For more information about the daycare please contact them at 573-624-3688.
Last Updated on September 22nd 2013 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/upnr/DHS-Football-Players-Surprise-Small-Wonders-Children
FCA Collects Over 300 Pairs of Shoes
September 22nd 2013 by Dee Loflin
Written by
Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
Dexter, Missouri - When the students at Dexter High School were asked to bring in shoes for the people of Nicaragua. They gave in true spirit. Dee Loflin, SMT Manager/Editor
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) gathered Friday morning for prayer and breakfast and discovered over 300 pair of shoes had been collected by the students.
"This is amazing," commented Kurt Lovelady, Math Teacher and co-organizer of the shoe drive. "I showed the students last week a photo of what these people were wearing on their feet instead of shoes and the students couldn't believe what they saw. They were dismayed by the fact that the people had plastic two liter bottles cut in half wrapped with twine and were using them as sandals."
We are so blessed to live in the greatest country on earth and to see people living in poverty the way these people do is truly heartbreaking, especially seeing the children.
Pam Jolliff of the First Baptist Church is organizing the mission trip. A team goes every year to Nicaragua to help the people there.
Shown in the photo are FCA officers, Kendra Stevenson, Madison McGowan, Shyann Jines, and Mary Kate Miller.
Last Updated on September 22nd 2013 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/upnm/FCA-Collects-Over-300-Pairs-of-Shoes
Make a Difference Day
September 20th 2013 by Dee Loflin
Submitted by Jill Temples
SMT Writer
Bloomfield, Missouri- The Bloomfield Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring “Make a Difference Day” Saturday, September 28th to assist anyone in Bloomfield that needs help. This includes members of the Bloomfield community that do not have the ability to clean up their yard or home.
You may register your group or organization to help with Make a Difference Day!
Registration will begin at 7:00 am at the small pavilion in the park in Bloomfield. Jobs will be assigned with work starting at 8:00 am.
Lunch will be provided at the park for all volunteers starting at 12:30 p.m
Please contact Goldie DeGroot at 568-9996 or 568-2584 or Paula Yancy at the US Bank 568-4553 to learn more or to register your group or organization.
If you or someone you know needs help, contact one of the above people by September 20.
Please help us take pride community wide on Saturday, September 28th!
Last Updated on September 20th 2013 by Dee Loflin
https://showmetimes.com/Blogpost/upnd/Make-a-Difference-Day
