Topic: Emmanuel Family Life Center

Montgomery County EMS to go “Red” for February

January 30, 2013 |

Clarksville TN -  February is American Heart Month, and the Montgomery County EMS will show their support by temporarily changing their uniform shirts to red for the entire month.

On February 1st, the American Heart Association marks the 10th year of their “Go Red for Women” movement.  While there has been significant progress in the fight against heart disease, there’s still a long way to go. «Read the rest of this article»

Nonprofit gives back to a local business

By Richard Garrett | January 26, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN – Youth enrolled in the LEAP Intern program welcome Attorney Joe Sweeten to the Emmanuel Family Life Center. As part of their continued service to the community, the youth have begun reaching out to businesses occupying space within the Emmanuel Center to assist with moving in and getting settled.

LEAP Interns help a business move into the Emmanuel Family Life Center.

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Youth Prepare Beef Stew for the Homeless

By Richard Garrett | January 16, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN – On January 14th, 2012 the Emmanuel Family Life Center opens its kitchen for youth enrolled in the LEAP Intern Program to prepare a meal to feed the homeless. Mentor, Renita Garrett recognized an opportunity to use her skill in cooking to not only teach youth monthly how to prepare various meals, but also feed those in need.

Renita took the initiative to reach out to Loaves and Fishes to coordinate partnering with them to distribute the beef stew that the youth prepared.

Emmanuel Center continues the spirit of giving after the Holidays

By Richard Garrett | January 8, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN – On January 8th, 2012, members of First Missionary Baptist Church served a buffet style meal to the homeless and other members of the Clarksville community in need at the Emmanuel Family Life Center.

“Church is more than meeting once a week in a building. Our goal is to use outreach programs to show the love of Christ as we minister to people’s natural needs while at the same time planting seeds to minister to their spiritual needs” commented FMBC member Kimberly Wiggins.

A buffet style meal was served to the homeless and other members of the local community in need at the Emmanuel Family Life Center by members of First Missionary Baptist Church.

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Friends of Fort Defiance Civil War Ball

January 3, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN – The Friends of Fort Defiance would like to invite you to a Civil War Ball in support of the Fort Defiance Interpretive and Visitors Center, a beautiful facility located on the site of Fort Defiance’s earth works in Clarksville. It recently was opened in April of 2011. If you have not had the opportunity to visit there as yet, we encourage you to do so. It is truly an impressive facility.

The Civil War Ball will be held on January 14th from 6:00pm to 10:00pm.

The Friends of Fort Defiance Civil War Ball

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Emmanuel Center Hosts Reality Check Program

By Richard Garrett | January 2, 2012 |

Clarksville, TN – December 28th, 2011, the LEAP Organization hosted the Reality Check Program at the Emmanuel Family Life Center and opened it for youth throughout the city who were unable to participate in their respective schools.

LEAP Organization hosted the Reality Check Program at the Emmanuel Family Life Center.

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Dogwood Bend residents receive some Holiday Cheer

By Richard Garrett | December 25, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – On December 21st, 2011, the LEAP Youth Interns visited the senior citizens at the Dogwood Bend Assisted Living to distribute care packages. The outreach event was planned and organized by Renita Garrett who recognized the need to remember and honor our senior citizens during the Holiday season.

LEAP Youth Interns at the Dogwood Bend Assisted Living Center

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Come eat lunch with the Tempations Tribute Band Serieux, the Legacy Continues at Shoneys on Friday

December 8, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – Shoney’s on North Second Street will be playing host to the Tempations Tribute Band Serieux the Legacy Continues on Friday at noon. Come meet and greet with the band, which will be performing live. Shoney’s will also be serving the best seafood buffet in town and giving you 15% off of the price.

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Youth Decorate Empty Bowls

By Richard Garrett | November 10, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – On November 9th, 2011, the Café of the Emmanuel Family Life Center was filled with youth enrolled in the LEAP Intern Program painting clay ceramic bowls. This was part 2 of a community service project to assist Hands on Clarksville and APSU Professor Ken Shipley with Empty Bowls.

“I feel privileged to be a part of the LEAP Organization and give back to the community in so many different ways. I enjoy being able to work with youth in a family friendly atmosphere where I can bring my son with me and have him participate in the various activities” commented LEAP mentor Mikey Ligon.

LEAP Intern Program kids painting clay ceramic bowls for Empty Bowls.

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Miller-Motte Technical College® Congratulates 2011 Graduates

September 22, 2011 |

Clarksville, TN – Miller-Motte Technical College® held its annual graduation ceremony on August 26th, 2011 at First Missionary Baptist Church in Clarksville. Graduates as well as Miller-Motte staff, family and friends gathered together to celebrate the students’ success.

Looking out at a filled sanctuary, Miller-Motte graduates were met with smiles and cheers as they crossed the stage and shook the hand of Assistant Regional Vice President and Campus Director, Gina Castleberry.

Miller-Motte Technical College® 2011 Graduates

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