Many events have a link to a more detailed information sheet. Where there is no link you can go to that county's homepage for coalition contacts or call 1-866-OP-UNITE (1-866-678-6483). For links that do not work properly please notify Communications Director Dale Morton.
April 2007
Child Abuse Prevention Month
Monday, April 2
Former University of Kentucky basketball great Jeff Sheppard will present an anti-drug program at Cabin Creek Childrens Center in Knott County at noon. For information contact 606-785-0300.
Tuesday, April 3
Magoffin County Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony for two participants, 1 p.m. at the Magoffin County Justice Center, 100 East Maple Street, Salyersville. For information call Amy Jenkins at 606-349-6624.
Tuesday, April 3
Presentations on methamphetamine and Neighbors UNITED will be given to adults and parents during a Protection and Permanency meeting in Floyd County. Event was originally scheduled for March 30. For information contact Angela Baldwin at 606-889-1724.
Tuesday, April 3
David Parnell will share his story and struggle with methamphetamine to students at Jackson County High School from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.
For details click here.
Wednesday, April 4
A Spring Fling featuring an Easter egg hunt and fun activities for children ages 1-10 will be held at Owsley County Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. For information contact Jo'e Lightner at 606-593-7296 or jlightner@owsleycountykentucky.org.
Thursday, April 5
A free community forum to discuss issues regarding drugs in Johnson County will be conducted from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Paintsville Elementary School, located at 324 Second Street. For information contact Alisha Baldridge at 606-889-0422 or abaldridge@centertech.com.
Thursday, April 5
Floyd County UNITE and UNITE Pike television show in partnership with Gearheart Communications, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on WPRG Channel 5 in Harold. This will be a live broadcast and includes a call-in segment. "Sound Advice: The UNITE Hour" will be taped and distributed to other cable providers in Pike and Floyd counties. Programs air the first Thursday of each month. For information call Debbie Trusty at 1-877-DO-UNITE or unitepike@setel.com.
Saturday, April 7
An Easter event will be held on the Lees College Campus (Breathitt County). A cakewalk and bunny hop begins at 10:30 a.m. in VanMeter Gymnasium. An Easter egg hunt begins at 11 a.m. for children through age 12. For information contact Scott Gross at 606-487-3528, 606-666-7521 x73528 or scott.gross@kctcs.edu
Monday, April 9
Former University of Kentucky basketball great Jeff Sheppard will present anti-drug programs at Jenkins Middle/High School at 10 a.m. and Jenkins Independent Elemenetary at 1 p.m. For information contact Harvey Tackett at 606-832-2182.
Tuesday, April 10
A reception for county attorneys, commonwealth attorneys and their assistants with Congressman Hal Rogers scheduled for today has been postponed. A new date will be announced as soon as possible.
Tuesday, April 10
An overview of UNITE will be presented to churches in Harlan County from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Harlan Civic Center. For information contact Pastor Kilburn at 606-589-4902.
Tuesday-Thursday, April 10-12
The Kentucky Department for Mental Health and Mental Retardation Services is holding a "Bridges to Understanding: The Faith Based Coalition Conference" at General Butler State Resort Park in Carrollton for clergy, ministry staff and lay people. For information about the conference contact Lynn R. Posze at 502-564-4456x4486 or lynn.posze@ky.gov. To download a conference brochure click here.
Wednesday, April 11
A presentation on the process of narcotics investigations will be held at 3 p.m. for a criminal justice class at Prestonsburg Community College. For information contact Mike Dixon at 606-886-3863 ext 64740.
Thursday, April 12
A presentation on methamphetamine will be given to the Neighbors UNITED group at Pine Knot Fire Department in McCreary County beginning at 7 p.m. For information contact Loretta Wood at 606-354-2946.
Saturday, April 14
"Take Me Fishing" Hooked On Fishing-Not On Drugs event at Martins Fork Lake at Smith (Harlan County), 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free food. All gear provided. For information contact Thomas or Joyce Heck at 606-574-9213.
To download an event flyer click here.
Monday, April 16
A Drug Endangered Children (DEC) training will be held from 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Big Sandy Area Development District, 110 Resource Court, Prestonsburg. The training is free and will provide details on how to deal with issues related to children who come from homes where drugs are present. Because certificates will be presented, please RSVP to Alisha Baldridge at 606-899-0422 or abaldridge@centertech.com.
Monday, April 16
Former University of Kentucky basketball great Jeff Sheppard will present an anti-drug program at Mt. Vernon Elementary School in Rockcastle Elementary at 9:30 a.m. and Shopville Elementary in Pulaski County at 2 p.m.
Monday, April 16
Pre-Prom Spring Fling Party for area high school students, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Harlan Civic Center in downtown Harlan.
For details click here.
Tuesday, April 17
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. at the London office.
Tuesday, April 17
A drug awareness and paraphernalia presentation will be held 6:30 p.m. at the Rockcastle County Middle School. The event is free. Major Michael Bosse from the Fayette County Police Department will share from his experience as an undercover officer. He will focus on what to look for in the individual and in items used by people illegally using drugs. For information contact John Hale at 606-392-9119 or jandnhale@newwavecomm.net.
Tuesday, April 17
UNITE will participate in a young parents program at the Ramada Inn in Paintsville from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. For information contact Diane Blackburn at 606-789-2590.
Wednesday, April 18
Operation UNITE will host a free "How To Drug Proof Your Kids" training from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in London.
For details click here.
Wednesday, April 18
A presentation will be given at the Mountain Arts Center on how to spot potential drug use in homes will be given during a meeting of a group from the Big Sandy ADD that performs home visits.
Thursday-Friday, April 19-20
"Families In Crisis: A Comprehensive Approach to Methamphetamine Recovery" conference will be held at the Bellefonte Center in Ashland. Event sponsored by the Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse at Eastern Kentucky University.
To download an event flyer click here.
Friday, April 20
Operation UNITE will host a free "How To Drug Proof Your Kids" training from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Allen Baptist Church on U.S. 23 in Prestonsburg.
For details click here.
Friday, April 20
A pre-tournament cookout and rules meeting for the Buddy Bass Fishing Tournament on April 21 will be conducted at Dave & Rex's Outdoor World in Corbin.
Friday, April 20
A presentation on community coalition building will be presented to participants in Leadership Tri-County's Communications Day, 11 a.m. at the Laurel County Courthouse community room.
Saturday, April 21
Buddy Bass Fishing Tournament at Grove Marina. Check back for details.
Saturday, April 21
Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs (HOFNOD) Buddy Bass Fishing Tournament, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Paintsville Lake.
For details click here.
Saturday, April 21
UBAD (Unite Bikers Against Drugs) will hold a 2007 kickoff celebration and ride beginning at noon at their headquarters at Roundstone in Rockcastle County (between Mt. Vernon and Berea on U.S. 25). Motorcycle ride (approximately three hours) begins at 12:30 p.m. Cookout and fellowship upon return until 5:30 p.m. For details contact Gary Linville at cruiser606@msn.com.
Monday, April 23
Former University of Kentucky basketball great Jeff Sheppard will present anti-drug programs at Lakeside Christian Academy (Rowan County) at 9 a.m., Rowan County Christian Academy at 11 a.m., and Bath County Middle School at 1 p.m.
Wednesday, April 25
All UNITE offices will be closed today.
Saturday, April 28
"Open At The Jam" band competition at Grace Fellowship Church (old Weddington Theater), 201 Second Street, Pikeville. Winner will open at the July Jam concert on July 21.
For details click here.
Saturday, April 28
A free fishing derby to kick-off a new HOFNOD program in Jackson County will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Jackson County Ministries Pond in Annville. Food, drinks and bait provided. Please bring your own fishing pole if possible. Members of the National Wild Turkey Federation JAKES program will be participating. For more information contact Glen Byrd at 606-287-7900. The program will continue on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon.
Saturday, April 28
Former UK basketball stand-out Cameron Mills will hold a one night Youth and Church Crusade beginning at 6 p.m. at Morgan County High School. This event is free and everyone is welcome. The event is sponsored by the Morgan County Ministerial Association and Morgan County UNITE Coalition. For information contact Mike Lindon at 606-742-7202.
To download an event flyer click here.
Saturday, April 28
Knox County will hold an organizational meeting for its Hooked On Fishing-Not On Drugs program.
Monday, April 30
Former University of Kentucky basketball great Jeff Sheppard will present anti-drug programs at McCreary Middle School at 1 p.m. and McCreary Central High School at 2 p.m.
May 2007
Drug Court Month
Tuesday, May 1
Jackson County Drug Court will hold a fish fry and cookout near the courthouse.
Thursday, May 3
Floyd County UNITE and UNITE Pike television show in partnership with Gearheart Communications, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on WPRG Channel 5 in Harold. This will be a live broadcast and includes a call-in segment. "Sound Advice: The UNITE Hour" will be taped and distributed to other cable providers in Pike and Floyd counties. Programs air the first Thursday of each month. For information call Debbie Trusty at 1-877-DO-UNITE or unitepike@setel.com.
Friday, May 4
A Drug Endangered Children (DEC) Network training class will be held from 10 a.m. to noon for coalitions in UNITE’s Gateway service region, which includes Bath, Lawrence, Menifee, Morgan, Rowan and Wolfe counties. Note the location has been changed from the Rowan County Board of Education to the Carl Perkins Center in Morehead. The training is free and will provide details on how to deal with issues related to children who come from homes where drugs are present. Because certificates will be presented, please RSVP to Jim Tom Trent at 606-356-2210 or jtrent@centertech.com.
Friday, May 4
An anti-drug drama titled "Dream Angel" will be performed by the Jackson County High School STAND (Student Thespians Against Narcotic Drugs) Drama Team, 6 p.m. at the Jackson County Area Technology Center's Community Theatre.
For details click here.
Friday, May 4
The Clay-Leslie-Jackson Drug Court will play a charity basketball game against the Clay-Leslie-Jackson sheriff's departments, 7 p.m. at the Clay County Middle School. Admission is $3 with all proceeds going to St. Jude Children's Research.
Saturday, May 5
Knox County HOFNOD program.
Tuesday, May 8
Operation UNITE will have a display at the Community Collaboration for Children Regional Network's Community Networking Day at Union College in Knox County, 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. For information contact Joann Sizemore at 606-526-6303.
Tuesday, May 8
The Harlan County Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony at 6 p.m. at the Harlan County Justice Center, 129 South First Street, Harlan. For information contact the Drug Court at 606-573-1558.
Tuesday, May 8
Operation UNITE will have a display and present a workshop on "The Effects of Drugs on the Community" at the EKCEPT Economic Summit to be held from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Federal Center on the campus of Hazard Community College. For details contact Janie Hackney at 606-436-5751.
Wednesday, May 9
"Emerging Leaders" Kentucky Youth Leadership Summit, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the First Federal Center at Hazard Community & Technical College in Hazard.
For details click here.
Thursday, May 10
The Letcher County Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony at 4 p.m. The event will honor the first married couple to complete the program.
Thursday, May 10
A presentation on methamphetamine will be given to the Neighbors UNITED group at Pine Knot Fire Department beginning at 7 p.m. For information contact Loretta Wood at 606-354-2946.
Friday, May 11
The Floyd County Drug Court will hold a picnic for participants and family members, noon, at Jenny Wiley State Park.
Saturday, May 12
Dad's Day Out. The Knott Drug Abuse Council and Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources will hold a free drug-free event featuring fishing, boat rides, archery and other outdoor games, food and prizes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pin Oak Shelter on Carr Creek Lake at Litt Carr. All materials provided. For information contact Lola Patterson at 606-785-5503 or lolap_04@yahoo.com.
Saturday, May 12
Knox County HOFNOD program.
Tuesday, May 15
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. at the London office.
Tuesday, May 15
A community meeting for Horse Creek residents is scheduled for 7 p.m. at the Horse Creek Baptist Church on KY 80. The meeting is a follow-up to the April 11 Hot Spot Enforcement Effort. UNITE officials will discuss how residents can engage their friends and neighbors to make their community a safe and secure place in which to raise a family. For more information about this meeting contact UNITE at 1-866-OP-UNITE (1-866-678-6483).
Wednesday, May 16
Presentation on the danger of drugs to the youth group at Faith Baptist Church in Myra (Pike County) has been rescheduled to Tuesday, May 29.
Thursday, May 17
Pastors in the Madison County area are invited to attend a free dinner with law enforcement officers and education professionals.
For details click here.
Thursday, May 17
UNITE Executive Director Karen Engle is the keynote speaker for the AmeriCorps "Celebration of Service" luncheon, 11:30 a.m. at London's First Baptist Church. For information contact Gary Perkins at 606-786-8587 or garyp@2geton.net.
For pictures click here.
Thursday, May 17
An informal meeting to discuss bringing treatment into Leslie County will be held at the Kudzu Corner Cafe near the courthouse in Hyden. For information contact Rhonda Brashear at 487-3487.
Thursday, May 17
Leslie County Drug Court participants will help with the PRIDE clean-up at noon.
Friday, May 18
Jackson County School System "Prom Promise" drunk-driving wreck re-enactment for students, 9 a.m. The event will use student actors, local fire departments, local police officers, the county coroner, Life Flight helicopter service and others to encourage students to have an alcohol- and other drug-free prom. Sponsors include the Jackson County High UNITE Club and Perfect Vision UNITE Coalition. For information call Brian Davidson at 606-287-7782 or Neal Broadus at 606-287-7155x118.
Friday, May 18
Defensive Action Against Drugs is a contributing sponsor for Project Graduation at Wayne County High School. At 9:30 p.m. students will gather at Briar Bowl Lanes in Somerset where they will participate in many fun activities and games and can bowl all night long. Free food including pizza and soft drinks. For information contact Ray Vater at 606-340-0121 or mjvater@peoplepc.com.
Friday, May 18
Former University of Kentucky basketball star Jeff Sheppard will participate in the Carr Creek Elementary School health fair from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. For information contact Debra Sloan at 606-785-3153.
Friday, May 18
Pike District Drug Court program will hold a picnic for participants.
Saturday, May 19
The Knott and Magoffin Drug Court will hold a family day out program from noon to 4 p.m. at Carr Fork Lake. Events will include basketball, fishing, horseshoes and food.
Saturday, May 19
An anti-drug sit-in will be conducted from 10 a.m. to noon on the front lawn of the Williamsburg Independent School in Whitley County. UNITE Clubs from Williamsburg Elementary, Middle and High Schools will hold a peaceful protest against drugs as an effort to make their community aware of their stand against illegal narcotics. For information contact Tom Stephens at 606-549-6044 x229 or tom.stephens@wburg.kyschools.us.
Saturday, May 19
Knox County HOFNOD program.
Saturday, May 19
"Take me Fishing" HOFNOD community event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Martins Fork Lake at Smith (Harlan County). Food and fun for everyone. Please bring a child and help make a difference in the community one child at a time. For information contact Thomas or Joyce Heck at 606-574-9213.
Saturday, May 19
The Lee and Owsley County Drug Court programs will hold a "Partnering For Recovery" program from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Happy Top Recreational park in Beattyville. Fost is $5 for adults, children under 12 free. Event features live entertainment by Tasha Wilder, Ian Noe and T.J. Howard. Refreshments will be sold. For information contact Wilma Spicer, 606-464-2102 or wilmaspicer@kycourts.net.
Monday, May 21
The Knox County Juvenile Drug Court will hold graduation ceremonies for one participant at 4 p.m. in the District Courtroom.
Monday, May 21
The Floyd County Drug Court will hold graduation ceremonies for three participants at 7 p.m. in the Floyd County Justice Center (first floor, Courtroom B), 127 South Lake Drive, Prestonsburg. For more information contact the Drug Court office at 606-886-2838.
Monday, May 21
WKYT TV-27 will air an update on its "Kentucky's Most Wanted" drug suspects during its newscast from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Eighteen suspects wanted by UNITE were featured on April 30.
Monday, May 21
UNITE will present a Prescription and Over-The-Counter Drug Abuse program for Breathitt County Coalition's "Families in the Know" project. For information or more information contact Karen Bunn at 606-666-7795 or 606-272-0103.
Tuesday, May 22
The Laurel County Juvenile Drug Court will hold graduation ceremonies for one participant at 3 p.m. in the Laurel District Courtroom, Annex 1.
Tuesday, May 22
Primary Election Day. Please vote.
Tuesday, May 22
A free Neighbors United training will be conducted at 6:30 p.m. at the Clay Hill Baptist Church on Highway 776 in Wayne County. For information contact Ray Vater at 606-340-0121 or mjvater@peoplepc.com.
Wednesday, May 23
The Rockcastle County Drug Court will hold its second graduation ceremony at 7:30 p.m. in the courthouse in Mt. Vernon.
Thursday, May 24
Former University of Kentucky basketball star Jeff Sheppard will give an anti-drug presentation at Paint Lick Elementary School in Garrard County, 10 a.m. For information contact Gary Perkins at 859-358-4960.
Thursday, May 24
A meth training will be provided to staff at the Laurel County Health Department from 10 a.m. to noon at their office at 525 Whitley Street, London. For information call Tammy O'Neal at 606-878-7754x242.
Friday, May 25
Jackson County's Perfect Vision UNITE Coalition will host a drug-free community event, 7 p.m., at the Jackson County Area Technology Center's Community Theater, This event features live music by contemporary Christian singers along with Kevin Rice and his band. Former UK basketball star Cameron Mills will be the keynote speaker. For information contact Brian Gabbard at 606-272-0790.
Friday, May 25
Knox County Drug Court will hold a picnic for participants, 4 p.m. at Walker Park.
Saturday, May 26
Knox County HOFNOD program.
Monday, May 28
In honor of Memorial Day all UNITE offices will be closed.
Tuesday, May 29
Clay County Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony for three participants.
Tuesday, May 29
Presentation on the danger of drugs to the youth group at Faith Baptist Church in Myra (Pike County), 7 p.m. For information contact Christy Thacker at 606-631-3039.
Wednesday, May 30
Knott County Drug Court will hold its eighth graduation ceremony, 11:30 a.m., in the third floor Circuit Courtroom of the Knott Judicial Center. Refreshments will be served.
Thursday, May 31
Thursday, May 31 - A Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drugs community forum will be held from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Somerset Community College’s McCreary Center, 250 College Street, Whitley City. For information contact Brandi Coomer at 606-451-6762 or brandi.coomer@kctcs.edu.
June 2007
Friday, June 1
Deadline for UNITE Clubs to submit their nomination packets for UNITE Club of the Year awards. To download a nomination form click here.
Friday, June 1
Deadline for UNITE Coalitions to submit Action Plan requests for second quarter funding cycle of 2007.
Friday, June 1
A 3-on-3 Dare To Be Drug Free Basketball tournament featuring University of Kentucky basketball player J.P. Blevins will be held in Perry County.
For details click here.
Friday, June 1
The Clay-Leslie-Jackson Drug Court will be participating in the Relay for Life.
Saturday, June 2
Regional UNITE Buddy Bass fishing tournament on Yatesville Lake has been cancelled.
Saturday, June 2
Laurel County will conduct a free Hooked on Fishing-Not On Drugs training session from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Laurel County YMCA in London. For information contact Darlys Warren at 606-862-4719.
Saturday, June 2
Third annual Kids Fishing Derby at Cave Lake Event Park in Wayne County, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
For details click here.
Sunday, June 3
A ceremony to dedicate the former Perry A. Cline School as a Kentucky Historic Landmark will be held from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The building, located on the Old Bypass Road in Pikeville, is now being used as the WestCare Kentucky Homeless Shelter and Community Involvement Center. There will be free food, live gospel music and more. For information contact Amber Campbell at 606-432-9442 or amber.campbell@westcare.com.
To view a press release and photos of the former school click here.
Monday-Tuesday, June 4-5
Monday-Tuesday, June 4-5 -- A "How To Drug-Proof Your Kids" parent training class will be presented from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day at Somerset Community College’s McCreary Center, 250 College Street, Whitley City. For information contact Brandi Coomer at 606-451-6762 or brandi.coomer@kctcs.edu.
Tuesday, June 5
The Laurel County UNITE Coalition will hold a recruitment dinner, 6 p.m. at the London Community Center.
For details click here.
Thursday, June 7
The Pike Juvenile Drug Court will hold a graduation ceremony for two participants at 4 p.m. in Judge Mullins' courtroom in the Pike County Hall of Justice.
Thursday, June 7
Second UNITE Shoot Hoops Not Drugs free regional basketball camp with former UK basketball star Jeff Sheppard will be held at The Lord's Gym at Whitley City (McCreary County).
For details click here.
Thursday, June 7
"Sound Advice: The UNITE Hour," a live television show with call-in segment, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on WPRG Channel 5 in Harold. Guests will be UNITE Drug Counselors Tara Robinson from Pike County Schools and Ron Samons from Floyd County Schools. Host will be Floyd County UNITE Chairman Mike Vance. Provided by the Floyd County UNITE and UNITE Pike coalitions in partnership with Gearheart Communications. For information call 1-877-DO-UNITE.
Friday, June 8
"Hope for the Future" presentations on community partnerships for prevention and response to children born drug-addicted or affected, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Sandy Community and Technical College.
For details click here.
Saturday, June 9
Road to Recovery Car and Bike Show, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at KCTCS in Pikeville.
For details click here.
Saturday, June 9
Second Hooked on Fishing-Not on Drugs (HOFNOD) fishing tournament, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Pikeville City Lake.
For details click here.
Tuesday-Thursday, June 12-14
A Hooked On Fishing-Not On Drugs (HOFNOD) program for children ages 8-12 will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Eagle Community Center on Highway 90 in McCreary County. Participants need to attend all three days. For information contact Regina Campbell at 606-376-5388.
Friday, June 15
An "All-Nighter" event focusing on drug prevention among youth will be held at Langdon Street Baptist Church in Somerset. For information contact Whitney Epperson at 606-305-8895 or whitneysoccer_22@hotmail.com.
Saturday, June 16
"Longest Day To Play" community-wide event in Jackson County. Includes a 5K run/walk. Contact coalition for details.
Saturday, June 16
Lawrence County will hold its first 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament at the Fallsburg Community Center.
For details click here.
Saturday, June 16
"Take me Fishing" HOFNOD community event, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Martins Fork Lake at Smith (Harlan County). Food and fun for everyone. Please bring a child and help make a difference in the community one child at a time. All gear provided. For information contact Thomas or Joyce Heck at 606-574-9213.
To download a flyer click here.
Tuesday, June 19
UNITE Board of Directors monthly meeting, 10 a.m. at the London office.
Tuesday, June 19
Second UNITE Shoot Hoops Not Drugs free regional basketball camp with former UK basketball star Jeff Sheppard will be held at the Jackson County High School in McKee.
For details click here.
Wednesday, June 20
Bath County Circuit Court Judge Bill Mains will hold a meeting to discuss the creation of a Drug Court in Bath County at 1 p.m. in the circuit courtroom at Owingsville.
Thursday, June 21
Second UNITE Shoot Hoops Not Drugs free regional basketball camp with former UK basketball star Jeff Sheppard will be held at the Cumberland High School at Cumberland (Harlan County).
For details click here.
Thursday, June 21
Operation UNITE will participate in the annual health fair for Ayrshire Electronics employees in Williamsburg from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information contact Debra Gadd at 606-549-7810 or dgadd@ayrshireusa.com.
Thursday, June 21
UNITE Executive Director Karen Engle will speak to the Corbin Rotary Club at noon. Meeting will be held at David's Steakhouse. For information contact Don Robinson at 606-528-4595.
Sunday, June 24
A "March For Jesus, Not Drugs" will be held in Beattyville at 4 p.m. Speakers will include Pastor Jack Short, Tracy Hensley and a UNITE representative. For information contact Rev. Short at 606-464-8800 or revshort@bellsouth.net.
Monday, June 25
Current studies on Fetal Alcohol Syndrome from the Division of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Prevention Academy will be presented to nurses at 1 p.m. at the Bell County Health Department. For information contact Donnie Caldwell at 606-499-2099 or at drugfreebellco@yahoo.com.
Monday, June 25
A community meeting for the citizens of Pike County will be held at 6:30 p.m. at Mountain View Church of Christ at Lick Creek. Officials from UNITE will be present to discuss law enforcement, treatment and education initiatives and to listen to citizen concerns.
Monday, June 25
UNITE Bell County and the Kentucky Department of Parks will present a Hooked on Fishing-Not On Drugs event for Bell County Youth at Wasioto Winds Golf Course at Pine Mountain State Park, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. For information contact Donnie Caldwell at 606-499-2099 or drugfreebellco@yahoo.com.
Thursday, June 28
Second UNITE Shoot Hoops Not Drugs free regional basketball camp with former UK basketball star Jeff Sheppard will be held at Menifee County High School in Frenchburg.
For details click here.
Thursday-Saturday, June 28-30
Fourth annual Great Kids Summit, presented by Kentucky Child Now!, at the Galt House East, in Louisville. The event will showcase and celebrate the 5 Promises every child needs for a successful start in life: “Caring Adults, A Healthy Start, Safe Places, Marketable Skills, and Opportunities to Serve.”
For conference information click here.
Friday, June 29
UNITE will set up a booth at the Jackson Energy annual meeting at the Co-Op Farm in McKee. For information contact Karen Combs at 606-364-9223.
Friday, June 29
Third annual Lifeline Golf Scramble at Crooked Creek Golf Club in Laurel County. Registration deadline is Wednesday, June 20.
For details and an entry form click here.
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