Friends of the Bolivar County Library System host Annual book sale through Saturday, May 3, 5pm


Linda Bassie and Ronnie Wise prepare for the annual sale and auction

The Friends of the Bolivar County Library System is pleased to announce its annual book sale and silent auction which began this past Thursday, and runs until Saturday at 5:00pm at the Public Library on Court Street. This year's event should prove to be bigger and better than ever says Ronnie Wise, Director of the Bolivar County Library System. In addition to an extensive selection of books, the sale will also feature a large variety of videos, DVD's, and a host of other materials for purchase. Aside from the sale, there will be a silent auction which will include a multitude of Hollywood related items including numerous signed scripts from television shows and films, as well as photos, sports items, and even two full-size card catalogs. "We were very fortunate to have some contacts in Hollywood who provided us with some of the more interesting items," Wise says.

"Without the Friends organization we would not have been able to do many of the projects that benefit Bolivar County," says Wise, "We are very grateful for the support they lend us." All proceeds from the event are used to aid the Libraries in Bolivar County, and Wise says a good portion of the money shoutld be used to furnish the new Library to be located inside the Depot.For more information on the sale and auction the Library can be reached at 843-2774.

Good earth Gardens in Cleveland
Good earth Gardens in Cleveland

Good Earth Gardens, located on the corner of Court and Bolivar next door to the Bean Counter, is one of the more unique business ventures in Cleveland. Beth Crowe, owner of Good Earth Gardens, says she decided to open the business when she returned to Cleveland following her husband's occupation.

Crowe, who formerly worked for Garden Works in Jackson, says she has always enjoyed growing and nurturing plants. "I actually have a degree in Psychology," she smiles, "but I went to Garden Works because this is what I truly enjoy doing. I learned a great deal while I was there," she says. Crowe also adds that all of the plants she keeps in stock are shipped or picked up from Garden Works. "They are from the Rising Sun growers portion," she explains.

fBeth Crowe with son Cross and daughter Gracie
"I try to keep a good selection of hard to find perennials," says Crowe in reference to her inventory. "People also look for Medallion Winners and other hearty plants that fair well in our southern climate."

One more unique aspect of the business is its seasonal nature. "Generally we open following the last frost and close about a week after Mother's Day," says Crowe. Crowe also says that her location has played a key role in the success of her business. Good Earth Gardens is open Monday through Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information Crowe can be reached at 662-402-8247.

Senior Thesis Exhibit Opens Sunday, May 4

The Wright Art Center and Gallery at Delta State University will present thesis work from seven students with work in photography and painting. The exhibition will be on display beginning May 4 until June 27 with an opening reception Sunday, May 4 from 4-6 p.m. The Spring 2003 Thesis Exhibition will include the following students: Alisa Kirk-photography, Brandon Moon-painting, Jessica Rogers-photography, Trevor Alan Simpson-painting, Joshua Christian Vincent-photography, Talbot Easton Selby-photography, and Joshua Weathersbee-painting. Regular gallery hours are Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The public is invited to attend.
For more information, call 846-4720.
Pictures of the Week:
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Cleveland School was erected in 1906 and destroyed by fire in 1919.

Courtesy of the Bolivar County Library System.

From Reflections of Bolivar County printed by The Bolivar Commercial.

Old Commissary west of Shelby

 

Movies:

A Man Apart -R
7:00, 9:15
2:00 matinee Sat & Sun

Head of State-R
7:00, 9:15
2:00 matinee Sat & Sun

Bringing Down the House-PG13
7:00, 9:15
2:00 matinee Sat & Sun

What a Girl Wants-PG13
7:00, 9:15
2:00 matinee Sat & Sun

Music

 Ground Zero Blues Club
Friday May 2 –
Razorblade’s Blues Band
Saturday May 3 – Closed for Private Party

One Block
Friday and Saturday – Crystalis DJ Too Loose (Boom-Boom Room)


Other:

DSU EVENTS

 Saturday May 3

Bolivar County Headstart Graduation: Sillers

Coliseum; 10:00 a.m. DSU Lady Statesmen

Softball GSC Tournament:
Meridian, MS; TBA

DSU Statesmen Baseball GSC Tournament: Millington, TN; TBA

Thursday May 8

Piano & Percussion Recital: BPAC, Recital Hall; 5:30 p.m.

Weather:
 
Daytime High /
Overnight Low (°F)
Precip. %
Friday
May 2

Scattered T-Storms
82° / 59°
40%
Saturday
May 3

Isolated T-Storms
80° /63°
30 %
Sunday
May 4
Scattered T-Storms
84° /69°
40 %
Monday
May 5
Scattered T-Storms
82° / 64°
40 %
Tuesday
May 6
Partly Cloudy
81° / 56°
20 %
Wednesday
May 7
Isolated T-Storms
79° / 58°
30 %
Thursday
May 8

Partly Cloudy 
82° / 56°
10 %

Correspondence: letters@bolivarbullet.com Andy Ellis, Editor. Layout by Tugay Angay
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