Convent Baptist Church will continue to hold Sunday services outside as weather permits. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the music and sermon. Service begins at 10:30 am.

Other local churches are live streaming their services. If you are interested in joining any of these services, contact any member of any church. They can give you information on how to participate.

THE PELION BRANCH Library will soon be promoting a version of a Summer Reading Program. More on this program as soon as information is available.

IF YOU’RE LOOKING for entertainment during this isolation period, hang a bird feeder or put up a bird bath. The feathered friends are amusing to watch. This writer has the privilege of spotting two painted buntings over the past few weeks. These beautiful little birds have amazing colors. I saw a bird I cannot identify and isn’t shown in my bird book. Have fun bird watching.

According to the National Peanut Board, Dr. George Washington Carver developed more than 300 products from the humble peanut. These include axle grease, charcoal, face powder, glue, hand lotion, insecticides, nitroglycerin, paper, plastics, rubber, shampoo, and shaving cream. I’ll bet most of my readers didn’t know that interesting tidbit.

Today’s peanut butter is a staple in most pantries. The smooth or creamy style can serve a variety of household purposes. Use a bit of peanut butter on a cotton cloth to rub off label adhesives. Massage a bit of peanut butter into hair to remove a wad of chewing gum. Use a thick coat as a substitute for shaving cream – huh?

Happy anniversary to Carolyn and Charles Taylor. And happy birthday to Gabby Sox.

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