Are you in need of clothes ?

Are you in need of clothes ?

The First Baptist Church, Main Street Extended in Washington will sponsor a Clothes Closet on Saturday, May 29 and June 12 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., on both days. The Clothes Closet will have all sizes from children to adult. “There is no obligation, no fee, just come in and you will be blessed, said a spokesperson.”

Volunteers needed for carnival

The Sperryville Volunteer Fire Department will host its annual carnival June 2-5. Volunteers are needed to work in the cook shack each evening. The donation of baked goods would also be appreciated. The parade will be held on Friday, June 4. Crowning of the queen will be Saturday evening. There will be prizes, games, rides, food and fun for the entire family all four evenings. Anyone willing to assist with duties should contact Michelle Jenkins at 987-9440.

Basketball camp at RCHS

The third annual Rappahannock Basketball Camp will be held June 14-17 from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Rappahannock County High School. During the week the players will participate in: Offensive/Defensive drills, lectures, 5 on 5 competition, 3 on 3 competition and individual competition. This will be a learning experience plus an enjoyable week of camp. Each player is responsible for bringing their own drink. The cost of camp is $60 (nonrefundable) and checks should be made payable to Luther Stanley. For more information call Mr. Stanley at 987-8277.

Nature Camp scheduled

The Rappahannock Nature Camp will be held June 28July 9 at Singing Creek near Sperryville. This is a day camp for girls and boys age eight to 14, devoted to the study and exploration of local natural history. Due to a delay in publicity, the deadline for registration has been extended until June 10. For information call Lyt Wood at 675-1088 or pick up a brochure at the Tree Works office in Washington next to the Rappahannock Extension Office.

Contestants sought

The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire Company is seeking contestants for their annual Honorary Fire Queen Contest for this year’s carnival. Contestants will be selling tickets for a beanie baby raffle and a heifer raffle. The queen and runners up will receive savings bonds, flowers, tierras and sashes. If interested call Charlotte Turnmeyer at 6358278. The carnival will be held July 21-24.

Summer camps scheduled

TASC for Teens of Jeffersonton is organizing and leading two 2-week Canadian Wilderness Fishing Summer Camps to beautiful Northern Ontario for youth ages 10-17 on July 17-30 and Aug. 7-20. The trips will leave from Jeffersonton and include qualified and caring staff, complete instruction, round-trip transportation, meals, most camping equipment, cabin lodging, and motorboat. For more information call 937-8272.