From time to time our fund raising efforts include the serving of prepared food. Texas state law requires that all persons involved in the preparation and serving of food have a “food handler’s card”. Fred Keefer has been in contact with the Madison County Health Inspector, Don Grooms concerning scheduling a training class to allow MCAC volunteers to obtain this required training. Mr. Grooms has graciously agreed to provide this training as a service to the MCAC at no cost to the individual or the organization. Persons interested in attending the class need to contact Fred Keefer as soon as possible to get your name on the roster. The class which will be completed in one meeting will be scheduled to accommodate as many of the volunteers’ personal schedules as possible and, of course as Mr. Grooms can work it into his busy schedule. Fred’s email address is fredkeefer@windstream.net.

Approximately 25 members and guests were in attendance. Good food, good games, good gifts and a good time were had by all. The Art Affair meets on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:00 PM at the Methodist Church fellowship hall. Persons interested in promoting the visual arts in and around Madison County are cordially invited to attend.

Writers Guild members Sandra Woodruff and Burke Landry cutting up.

The Madison County Writers Guild had a busy November meeting. They were entertained by local author Coach Johnny Carter, who talked about his new book, “The First Season.” In addition a certificate of gratitude was presented to President Emeritus M. Elizabeth (“Marianne”) Gage, who is leaving Madison County. She will be sorely missed. In Marianne’s honor, members brought refreshments, and a good time was had by all. See pictures from the evening below.

2011 Photography Contest People's Choice Award Winner, "See Ya" by Meghan Williams of Midway, Texas

Visitors to the Texas Mushroom Festival are asked to vote on their favorite photo from among all the entries submitted to our annual photography contest. This year, all the photos were once again on display at the Truman Kimbro Center, and this picture is the one the majority of visitors liked best. It is called “See Ya”, and it was taken by Meghan Williams of Midway, Texas.

Art Show and Sale
Saturday, November 5
10:00am – 4:00pm
at the Truman Kimbro Center
Madisonville, Texas

The Art Affair visual arts group is holding their annual show and sale! You can get your Christmas shopping done in one place with all gifts being handcrafted by local artisans!

Also featured will be hand painted and decorated chairs to be auctioned in a silent auction during the show. Lunch will be available at the sale.

For more information, contact Glenda Collard, 936-348-1173 or any visual arts member.