Hartselle to present 'Steel Magnolias'

Wendy's word

November is here, and fall seems to be in full swing. I love this time of year, a true season of beauty and bountiful blessings. Retail owners and countless individuals, however, seem to go straight from Halloween to Christmas, with little recognition of the annual Thanksgiving holiday. It just breaks my heart.

I'm not saying planning or getting a little ahead on your holiday shopping is wrong, but don't miss the loveliness of these next few weeks. December will be here before we know it, and when the time comes we can cross that bridge into the holiday chaos, but today brings November.

Let's slow down, enjoy and make it a month to remember, as we reflect on all the blessings that have come our way.

Let's see what the "chatter" is for today ...

'Steel Magnolias'

Many may remember the acclaimed 1980s motion picture "Steel Magnolias." Now you can catch the on-stage presentation of the touching and hilarious story, presented by the College Street Players at the Hartselle Fine Arts Center on Nov. 9 and 10 and Nov. 16 and 17.

Directed by Edd Balch, cast members include Laura Phillips as Truvey Jones; Allison Hood as Annelle Dupuy-Desoto; Ann Hill as Clairee Belcher; Dena Nagel as Shelby Eatenton-Latcherie; Kelly Gillikin as M'Lynn Eatenton; and Jane Burrell as Quiser Boudreauz.

The play chronicles a story of friendship among six women who regularly gather at the local beauty shop to share the trials and tribulation of life. The primary focus is on Shelby, a beautiful young woman who deals with a life-threatening disease. With the self-deprecating humor that is often associated with Southern women, the script is full of wisecracks and pop-psychology, taking the audience on an emotional roller coaster ride.

Shows are at 7 p.m., with $10 general tickets available from Hartselle High School drama students. Group and senior rates are available for only $5 per ticket. Call 355-5994.

Christmas home tour kicks off with luncheon

One of Decatur's most anticipated holiday events, the Historic Decatur Christmas Tour, is coming up Dec. 8. Key details were discussed at a luncheon to recognize volunteers and supporters who help make the event an annual tradition. The historic McEntire-Odom home, beautifully preserved by Jim and June Odom, was the perfect setting for the get-together.

Among those attending the luncheon were Mary Ann Scott, Anne Crane, Barbara Mullins, Glee Sides, Betsy Weaver, Robin Williams, Lynn Schuppert, Susan Sanderson, Kelly Sandritter, Sharon Holder, Betsy Smith, Wendy McDougal, Patrice Stewart, Jennifer Chandler, Melinda Dunn, Susie Wiley, Gay Maloney, Kate Noble Purvis, Scott Willis and Jeannie Plemons.

Committee members for the tour are Sharon Rankin, coordinator; Andrea Jean, Nell Standridge and Liz Brown, Albany co-chairwomen; Jami Buckner and Missy Brown, Old Decatur co-chairwomen; Margret Ann Templeton, treasurer; Randy Tardy, Main Street Decatur; John Black, tickets; June Odom, adviser; Squee Bailey, Decatur/Morgan Country Convention and Visitors Bureau; and Janice Gaultney, publicity.

This year's tour is from 3 to 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 in advance at Sam, Frank & Moore; Carnegie Visual Arts Center; Selma's on 2nd; Jimmy Smith Jewelers and the Decatur Morgan County Convention and Visitors Bureau. Tickets are $10 for groups of 10 or more.

Special events surrounding the tour include sessions on floral design and early Decatur and Morgan County historic architecture; Christmas caroling and programs at area churches; carriage rides and refreshments. Call 350-2028.

That's all for now. It's been great "chattin" with ya! Let me know what is going on in your corner of the world. E-mail me at ddchatterbox@yahoo.com, or call me at 350-5730. I look forward to hearing from you.

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