Madison TIMES Mechanical Madness Tractor Pull a huge success 4 Thursday, July 5, 2012
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Concession Stand benefits Jacquie’s Barn Fund...
A percentage of money collected from the Mechanical Madness Tractor Pull concession stand, manned by Monroe County 4-H members benefited the Jacquie Stuart Barn Fund. Helping man the booth were Tammy Mason, left, and Mary DeOrnellis. APPEAL PHOTO
Mechanical Madness Fun For All Ages...
Ryan Breid is ready to enjoy some tractor pulling during the Mechanical Madness Tractor Pull on Friday, June 22, at the Paris Fairgrounds. The evening consisted of Farm Class and a Pro Pull. The annual tractor pull, “Pull’n in Paris” is sponsored by Mechanical Madness. The event always features a beer garden and concession stand. APPEAL PHOTOS
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Gardeners plan garden tours
The Monroe County Gardeners met Monday, June 11, at the Paris Library. Ricki Nauser was the hostess. It was announced that the Old Threshers date had been changed to Thursday, July 12 through Saturday, July 14. Nancy Crain gave a report on the quilt show and flower show. The courthouse was given the honor of Yard of the Month. A garden tour was planned for Tuesday, June 19. The yards to be visited are Lois Spencer, Leslie Rosenkrans, Ruby Miller, Louise Armstrong, A.J. Eschelbach and Nancy Crain. There will be other tours planned. The next meeting will be Monday, July 9, at Doris Rossene’s house with Lois Spencer as the assistant hostess.
Guest speaker Jerry Richter spoke to a group of about 40 people at the MW Boudreaux Memorial Visitor Center about how to get started in the art of carving. He had a variety of his own creations on display and held an informal question and answer session. Jerry expressed interest in holding another such seminar in the fall so keep a look out for any announcements. The
Madison Homemakers Monroe County meet Thursday, June 28
Some examples of tractors at the 2012 Mechanical Madness Pull’n in Paris. Results of the event will be published as provided by Mechanical Madness.
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Members will take part in the July 7 parade The Madison Homemakers Club held their annual picnic on Thursday, June 28, at the Community Center. There were 17 members and 10 guests in attendance. The meal consisted of a wide variety of dishes made by Club members. Secret Pal gifts were received by Marge Cupp and Karolyn Thomas.
Members will take part in the July 7 parade in conjunction with the Car Show and should assemble at the school grounds at 10:30 a.m. on that day. Volunteers were also named to work at the Bloodmobile on Monday, July 16, at the Community Center.
Madison Car Show set for Saturday, July 7 Mark your calendar for the upcoming Madison Annual Car Show & Cookout to be held Saturday, July 7, on the Madison Christian Church lawn. Pre-register your car by calling the Community center at 660-291-5478 and leave a message if there is no answer or call Carol at 660-651-6765. There will also be a parade downtown that day with line-up at the
Madison C-3 School behind the fire truck at 10:30 a.m., and parade begins at 11 a.m. If you want to dine in air-conditioning there will food at the Madison Area Community Center, or join the fun on the church lawn, view the vehicles and stop by for food there. The event is sponsored by Madison Area Community Betterment.