VOLUNTEERS WITH A MISSION

Girl Scouts and Rotarians cleaned up and painted the City of Rockdale's Skate Park on Saturday putting in six hours of work to make it look nice.

ANIMAL PRESENTATION

Rockdale Junior High students enjoyed a presentation by Barn Hill Preserve last week and learned about animals and their ecosystems. Some of the animals the students got to see were a baby armadillo, an owl, a lizard and a salamander.

Peace Lutheran sets silent Luther film to music

Peace Lutheran Church hosted a special showing of the classic 1923 silent movie Martin Luther on Aug. 25. As attendees entered the fellowship hall, the smell of freshly popped popcorn greeted them, setting the tone for a relaxed and engaging evening.

Overnight oats for a healthy, easy breakfast

Did you know that whole grains are key to a healthy diet? They’re packed with nutrients that support brain health and keep you energized throughout the day. .

Summer tree care tips

The past few summers have been especially difficult for our trees. Periods of drought, record high temperatures, along with some extended winter freezes have given significant obstacles to overcome.

CHURCH NEWS

First Baptist Church to celebrate 150 years The Sesquicentennial isn’t over yet. On Sunday, Sept. 22, First Baptist Church will celebrate 150 years of faithful Christian service and ministry with a 10:30 a.m. service and a 3 p.m. service. Former pastors, staff and members will be in attendance.

A salad and two hot dishes

Kyle’s Kitchen Iknow there are a lot of cilantro haters out there and I also know you can’t help it. Genetically it tastes like soap to you, and that’s a shame.

PINK PARTY

Owner Michelle Marek (left) and Sandy Glaser manned the La Vie En Coco booth at Saturday's market selling hand-crafted natural soap and lotion. This booth was one of 30 others at the market which was very busy all morning long with shoppers looking for bargains and good food.

SPONSOR

Rockdale Rotary Club was the sponsor for the First Friday Coffee at the Lucy Hill Patterson Memorial Library. Club member (L-R) are City Manager Tim Kelty, Homer Mowdy, Mark Langwell, Matt Langwell, Joan Ratliff, Melissa Barcuch, Debra Neal, Sandy Langwell and Barbara McWhirter.

CUTENESS OVERLOAD

John King, Jr. posed for the camera with some cute puppies at Saturday's market where four of the pups got adopted. Rockdale Animal Rescue was also at the market with several of their dogs up for adoption.