ClaiborneOne Site Features Guardian-Journal Briefs - Claiborne One website is at http://www.claiborneone.org Information may be contributed or businesses may purchase advertising banners by calling Joel Ponder at 927-9787 or Al Lynn at 927-6197.   Community Sunrise Services Set For Sunday, April 23 On Courthouse Lawn - Community Sunrise Services will be conducted at 7:31 AM Sunday, April 23, on the lawn of the Claiborne Parish Courthouse. The event will be hosted by many of the local churches, For more information, call Rev. David Dietzel at 927-3365 or Dr. John Markley at 927-6009.   Come On Out For Some Country, Bluegrass, And Gospel Music Every Friday Night In Homer - Every Friday night in downtown Homer, amateur musicians from all over the Ark-La-Tex meet at the Homer Fire Station to enjoy a little country, bluegrass, gospel, and fellowship. Anyone is welcome to join in, or just sit back and enjoy. For more info, call Ed Dettenheim 927-5253 or Jerry Brown at 927-3792.   Wade Correctional Arts And Crafts Festival April 15, 16 - The public is invited to the David Wade Correctional Center Arts And Craft Festival April 15 and 16, 8 AM till 4 PM. Wade is located at 670 Bell Hill Road between Homer and Haynesville off Highway 520. Refreshments and live entertainment and some of the finest hand-crafted wood and leather crafts, artwork, potted plants, etc. available anywhere. Local checks only!   CA Student Council Holds Blood Drive Monday April 17 - The Student Council of Claiborne Academy will sponsor a blood drive, Monday April 17 from 8:30 AM to 1:30 PM. The mobile bus will be in front of the school. Every healthy person, 17 years or older, could save a life by giving blood.   Tourism Sesquicentennial Meeting Set For Monday, April 17 - A meeting will be held Monday, April 17 at 6:30 PM at Homer City Hall to continue planning for Homer's Sesquicentennial Celebration planned for November 2000. Anyone interested in helping is encouraged to attend!   Kevin Nale To Speak On Disabilities Act At CCOA - Kevin Nale will be the guest speaker at the Claiborne Council On Aging Wednesday, April 19 from 12 Noon - 1 PM. Nale will speak on the "Americans With Disabilities Act and How to Make it Work for You." The event is sponsored by the New Horizons Independent Living Center. For more info, call Joe Etta Williams at 927-6922 or Kelly Bridwell (800) 228-1634.   American Heart Association Cardiac Arrest Lunch Set For April 25 - The American Heart Association will hold a Cardiac Arrest Luncheon April 25 to raise funds to promote cardiovascular research, education and information. For more info, call (318) 222-BEAT (2328).   Driver's Ed Classes At Homer High Begin June 12 - Register now at the Claiborne Parish School Board for the 2000 Driver's Education Class at Homer High. Class instruction will be Mon., June 12 - Fri., June 16, beginning at 8 AM. Class size is limited. Registration fee is $150 payable by money order or cashier's check. Must be 15 years old by June 28, 2000 to register.   Landowner's Rights Is Topic of Meeting On Monday April 17 - The Claiborne Parish Forestry Awareness Group and the LSU AgCenter will host a meeting Monday, April 17 at 6 PM at the Hill Farm on Hwy. 9 to provide information on pending EPA regulations that could deprive private landowners of their property rights. For more info call Weldon Kilpatrick at 624-0415 or Ricky Kilpatrick at (318) 965-2326.   Peterson Cemetery Memorial Scheduled For Saturday, April 29 - The Peterson Cemetery Memorial and Graveyard Workings will be held Saturday morning April 29, followed by a covered dish lunch at noon. At 10 AM, there will be a memorial service for Civil War veteran Thomas David Driver. Donations for cemetery upkeep can be sent to Odessa Roberts, 134 Willow St., Homer or brought to memorial. Come join us on this special day to honor our loved ones.   Senior Citizens Urged To Sign Up For Computer Class - Senior citizens are urged to enroll in a beginner computer class, Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 18 - May 4 (6 sessions) from 6-9 PM at Homer High School, through BPCC's Community Education Division. Age 16 and older. Janet Holland instructor. Call toll-free 1-888-892-5411, ext. 2171. $79 fee includes textbook.   Kindergarten Round-Up At Athens Set For April 25 - 27 - Athens Kindergarten Round-Up will be held, April 25 - 27 from 9 AM to 12 Noon. Parents should bring official birth certificates, up-to-date health card, and child's Social Security card. Children do not need to attend. Children born before September 30, 1995 are eligible for 4-year-old class and those born before September 30, 1994 are eligible for 5-year-old class.   Homer High School Drama Department Presents "The Soapy Murder Case" - The Homer High School Drama Department will present a play by Tim Kelly entitled "The Soapy Murder Case" on Tuesday, May 2 at 7 PM in the Homer High auditorium. Admission to outrageous "who-dunnit" soap opera farce is only $2. For more info, call Keith Beard 927-2985 (school) or 927-9614 (home).   Claiborne Council On Aging Board Of Directors To Meet - The regular meeting of the Claiborne Council on Aging Board of Directors will be held April 18 at 2 PM at the Claiborne Senior Center.   Fund Set Up For "Rebel" At First Woodlands Bank - A fund has been set up at First Woodlands Bank in the name of "Rebel" to defray legal and other costs.   Claiborne Parish Head Start Accepting Applications - Head Start is now recruiting and accepting applications in Claiborne Parish for three, four, and five year-olds. Head Start offers many benefits to the child, family and special services for children with special needs. To enroll a child, you must have a certified birth certificate and proof of income. For further information, contact Connie Joyner at 927-6230 or 377-7022 ext. 144.				Claiborne Charity To Host Annual Golf Tournament May 5-7 - Claiborne Charity, Inc. will host the 2nd annual Claiborne Charity Golf Tournament May 5-7. This year's event will include a dinner and dance at the Fair Building in Haynesville Sat. May 6 at 6 PM with hors d'oeuvres and silent auction. Dinner at 7 PM by Upper Crust Catering followed by live auction and calcutta.     The Boomers will provide music for dance at 9 PM. Tickets are $40 and available at First Woodlands Bank, First National Bank in Arcadia, Haynesville City Hall, Killgore's Pharmacy in Haynesville, Merle Norman Emporium in Homer, Buffalo's in Magnolia and Porterville Store in Cullen. For more information, contact George Tigner at 927-1211.   A Ladies "Tee" Party Set For May 5 At Homer City Hall - A Ladies "Tee" Party will be held Friday, May 5 at Homer City Hall beginning at 6 PM. The evening will include a spring and summer style show, raffle items, and catering by Upper Crust. Tickets are $25 and available at Merle Norman Emporium in Homer and Killgore's Pharmacy in Haynesville. For more information, contact George Tigner at 927-1211.   Homer Memorial To Hold Child Preparation Classes In May - Homer Memorial Hospital will be offering Childbirth Preparation Classes beginning May 15. Classes are free and are open to anyone wishing to attend, regardless of where they plan to deliver. For more information or to register, call Homer Memorial at 927-2024 and ask for the OB nurse on duty.   Registration Underway for Webster/Claiborne Resource Fair - Registration forms for the Webster/Claiborne Community Partnership Resource Fair are now being taken. The Fair, scheduled for Wednesday, April 26 from 9:00 AM - 12 Noon, is open to any public organization that serves the health, educational or social sector of the community. For more info or registration form, call 927-6230.   Homer Elementary Preschool Registration Set For May 1, 2 - Homer Elementary Preschool Registration will be held Monday and Tuesday, May 1 and 2 from 8:30 AM to 2:30 PM. A child must be four years old before September 30, 2000. Parents must bring child's birth certificate, Social Security card, and white health card. Both prechools--Starting Points Preschool Program and Title I Preschool Program--are limited to 20 students and require registration and testing. Starting Points requires parents provide proof of employment or enrollment in an institution of learning at least 20 hours a week and they must meet a monthly income scale. There is no requirement for Title I.   Kindergarten Registration May 8 - 12 At Homer Elementary - Kindergarten registration at Homer Elementary School will be May 8 - 12 from 9:00 to 11:30 AM. A child must be five years old by September 30, 2000. Parents must also bring the child's birth certificate, Social Security card, and an up-to-date health card which indicates the child has received all requirements including Hepatitis B vaccine.   Lake Claiborne State Park "Wet and Wild" On May 6 - On Saturday, May 6 from 9-10 AM, the park naturalist will discuss Lake Claiborne's aquatic life and the role it plays in the area's ecosystem. Samples of the lake's aquatic life will be provided for identification and discussion. Call 927-2976.   "Outdoor Safety & Survival" Topic At Lake Claiborne Park - This interesting program scheduled from 9-10 AM Saturday, May 13 will educate visitors on outdoor safety. Participants will learn a variety of important safety tips including first aid techniques, how to use a compass, how to treat snake and other animal bites and more. Call 1-888-677-2524 or 318-927-2976.   Homer Sesquicentennial Committee To Hold Contest - The Homer Sesquicentennial Committee are looking for ideas for a logo and/or musical jingle for the Sesquicentennial Celebration tentatively scheduled for November 18. Prizes will be awarded to contestants who submit the best logo and jingle. For more info, contact Susan Herring at 927-9312 or the mayor's office at 927-1312.   THE MAY 12 SENIOR FEST HAS BEEN CANCELED!! - The Claiborne Council on Aging Senior Fest planned for Friday, May 12 at Homer City Hall has been canceled due to lack of interest.   Juneteenth Pageant Seeking Contestants - The Pageant Committee is seeking contestants for the 4th Annual Juneteenth Pageant set for June 16. Contact Naomi Levingston for rehearsal dates, entry fees, format guidelines, sponsorship requirements and parent involvement.   Lake Claiborne State Park Presents "Eager Beavers" - The Lake Claiborne State Park naturalist will present a comical puppet show Saturday, May 20 from 7 - 8 PM, that will explain how beavers adapt to their environment, their benefits to humans and wildlife and the impact they have on the surrounding area. Call 1-888-677-2524 toll free or 318-927-2976.   Fishing Derby Planned At Lake Claiborne State Park - Beginners can learn the basic skills of fishing and fish identification from the park naturalist on Saturday, May 27 from 9 to 11 AM, as well as enter a rod and reel casting contest. Cane poles and fishing rods will be available for use at the park, but participants must bring their own bait. Call 1-888-677-2524 toll free or 927-2976.   Learn Of The Adventures Of Local Frontiersman At State Park - Step into the life and adventures of frontiersman who frequented the area during the late 1700s and early 1800s from the park naturalist on Saturday, May 27 from 7 to 8 PM. Call 927-2976.