briggs captures state youth of the year honor

Truck donated by Hug Chevrolet GMC Buick (see page 7)

Volume 35 Number 3 Summer 2021

State Youth of the Year Marlon Briggs addresses the audience during the 2021 FSBGC College Scholarship luncheon held at the DoubleTree hotel on June 14. He was one of 25 Club members receiving scholarship funding through the program.

BRIGGS CAPTURES STATE YOUTH OF THE YEAR HONOR

By winning the Arkansas “Youth of the Year” contest, Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club member Marlon Briggs Jr. represented the state of Arkansas at the Boys & Girls Clubs of America Southwest Regional Youth of the Year contest held virtually in May. The contest included state winners from Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, Kansas, Wyoming, New Mexico, Montana and Arkansas. Briggs, a member of the Goldtrap unit, plans to attend the University of Arkansas this fall and work as an athletic equipment manager with the football program. His love for sports was developed at the Boys & Girls Club, where he participated in baseball, football and basketball. Marlon was heavily involved in after-school and summer programs at the Club. He joined the Goldtrap unit at age 6 and considers it his home away from home. A 2021 graduate of Southside High School. Marlon was a member of the National Honor Society, FBLA, DECA, Mu Alpha Theta, varsity Track & Field, and captain of the Mavericks football team.

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO FSBGC MEMBERS

AT ANNUAL LUNCHEON $32,000 in scholarship funding has been awarded through the 2021-2022 Fort Smith Boys & Girls Clubs (FSBGC) College Scholarship Program. Recipients of the scholarships were announced during a board of directors meeting and luncheon held June 14. There are 26 recipients for the 2021-2022 school year, including 7 new recipients and 19 renewal recipients. Guest speakers during the luncheon were former FSBGC College Scholarship recipient Davin Chitwood and State Youth of the Year winner Marlon Briggs. Chitwood, who is employed by Landmark Insurance, graduated from UAFS in 2020 and was the 2016 Youth of the Year. Since the creation of the program in 1985, a total of 891 awards have been granted. 362 individual Club members have received scholarships, with more than $1 million dollars awarded. Applicants must have participated at the Club as a member or volunteer for a minimum of two years. Financial need, Boys & Girls Club participation, and academic excellence are key components that committee judges consider when making scholarship selections. The FSBGC College Scholarship Committee conducts interviews with all new applicants. Funding is made possible through support from several resources, including: June & Jim Alexander Memorial, Vic Forsgren Memorial, Mollie & Jack Grober Memorial, Robert E. Miller Family Foundation, Kim & John McFarland, Kate & Hugh Maurras, Mary & Bill Cooper Wade Walker Family, Janice and Bob Powell, Stuart C. Crews Memorial, Sean Amos Memorial, Robert A. Young IV Memorial, Reid & Grant Plunkett memorial, Wanda & E.S. Stephens memorial, Meek Family, Bobby Needham Sr. Memorial, and the FSBGC Alumni & Friends Association. Applications for the 2022-2023 school year will be made available in January 2022 on the FSBGC web site. With addition of the Meek Family Scholarships, the program will have close to $40,000 to award during the next cycle. (see pages 4 & 5)

In Memory of...Memorial contributions to the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club are invested in the Club Endowment fund to generate perpetual support for the Club. The Endowment was established in 1940. Gifts received during the second quarter of 2021 (April, May, June) were given in memory of the following:

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Honorariums

Scholarships

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FRIENDS IN PASSING

Marvin Matlock Betty West

David Whitt Bobby Parker

Marvin Matlock – passed away on May 30 at the age of 78. He was retired founder and president owner of Matlock Electric and a long-time sponsor and volunteer at the Boys & Girls Club. He served on the Electric Code Appeals board and was very involved in helping young people. Marvin served on the board of the Girls Shelter, a volunteer at the Kistler Center and a member of the FSBGC Alumni & Friends Association. He was a beloved family man who enjoyed fishing and spending time with his grandkids. He never met a stranger and was affectionately called “Hunnee.” Marvin provided free electrical services on several Boys & Girls Club projects. He is survived by his wife of 58 years Anne, daughter Marvina, son Greg, sister Gerelene Kilgore, brother Donnie and four grandchildren.

Betty West – age 62, died on April 9, 2021. She was a volunteer at the Jeffrey Boys & Girls Club for the past 17 years and worked as an activity director at Alma Health and Rehab. She was known for her compassion and outgoing personality. Her late husband, J.T. West, worked for the Boys & Girls Club for several years. Betty is survived by sisters Shirley Clark, Mary Marklin and Flossie Holliday and one brother William White; two daughters Bessie White and Margo West, four step children and several grandchildren.

David Whitt – died on May 14, 2021 at the age of 68. He graduated from Northside High in 1971 and earned a zoology degree from the University of Arkansas. David was a talented artist and photographer. He worked for several years with his brother Chris Whitt (FSBGC board member) in several capacities, including Air Systems and CSK hotels. David loved traveling, gardening and spending time with his family. He is survived by his wife Jan, son Matthew, brothers Chris and Michael and several nephews, nieces and cousins.

Bobby Parker - passed away on May 4, 2021 in the comfort in the comfort of his home. He graduated from Southside High School and was the President and Owner of Parker Solvents Company. Bobby was a longtime supporter of the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club. His family business “Parker Solvents” has sponsored ball teams at the Club for more than 40 years. Parker loved fishing, hunting, racquetball and golf. He was a member of the Rotary Club, Bass Club and Ducks Unlimited. Bobby served on the Fort Smith Planning Commission. He is survived by his loving wife, LeeAnne Parker; two daughters, Holly Dempsey and Christina Cline, four grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

Jerry Eubanks – age 79, died on June 30, 2021. He enjoyed a 34 year career with Data-Tronics and served as a Methodist pastor for several churches. He was an American Legion baseball player for Kerwins and coach Squeaky Smith. Jerry served 12 years in the 199th Fighter Wing of the Arkansas Air National Guard. A member of Belle Point Lodge, Eubanks also served on the board at First Tee and Interfaith PreSchool. He was an avid sports fan and cherished every moment spending time with family. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth, son Steven Eubanks, daughter Kathy Abshere, three grandchildren and four great grandchildren.

Memorials & Honorariums Key To FSBGC Endowment Growth Financial stability and fiscal responsibility are goalsin providing growth to the FSBGC Endowment fund.All memorials and honorariums are deposited into theendowment, which generate income for Club operationseachyear. Annual incomefromtheendowmentsupportsseveralkey programs at the Club. A big reason the Club is ableto keep feesataminimal level isbecauseofendowmentsupport.SeveralFSBGCboardmembershavebeenstrongadvocatesforendowmentgiving.


ShakiraPrendergast BradenHindley MarlonBriggsJr. CarsonHunsucker JordynJackson Freshman–UCA Sophomore–UCA Freshman–Univ.ofAR Freshman–UAFS Junior–SouthwesternCollege SecondaryEducation Biology SecondaryEducation Biology SportsManagement

ThomasBray TayeGatewood EmmaFriery JordianGreen RachelSimpson Freshman–CentralBaptist Junior–EastCentralUniv. Junior–UAFS Freshman–NortheasternSt. Sophomore–Univ.ofAR SecondaryEducation BusinessMarketing EarlyChildhoodEducation Business/Finance Psychology

Mary-KateWewers BennettWeindel ChaprelleWanton GraceBrowning RiyadhAnanda Sophomore–UAFS Junior–Univ.ofAR Freshman–PrairieViewA&M Sophomore-UCA Senior–UCA Biology SupplyChainManagement Nursing Nursing ComputerScience

BrendenSweet YvetteMartinez LucasReeder JosephMcAdoo LyndeMorland Junior–ARBaptist Sophomore–UARichMt. Sophomore-UAFS Senior–UAFortSmith Sophomore-UAFS BusinessAdministration EarlyChildhoodEducation AutomotiveTechnology MediaCommunications Biology

2021-2022 Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club College Scholarship Recipients


JaniaFlake DylanRidenour Junior–UCA Junior-UAFS ExerciseScience MechanicalEngineering

AddisonSkelton JadanMorland Junior-UAFS Senior–UAFortSmith History GeneralStudies

CinthiaOlvera PhillipBarrie Senior–UAFS Freshman–Univ.ofAR Accounting Business

Support from College ScholarshipDonors Makes Big Impact

Over the past 36 years, the FSBGC College Scholarship program has provided support to 362 Club members. The program could not function without the funding contributed by the following: • June & Jim Alexander Memorial – the Alexanders founded

the scholarship program at the Club in 1985. Jim served on the FSBGC board of directors for 58 years.

• FSBGC Alumni & Friends Association – the group has provided scholarships for more than 27 years.

• Sean Amos Memorial – established in 2006 by Amos family and friends. Sean was a former scholarship recipient.

• Mary & Bill Cooper Scholarship – established in 2018. Bill Cooper is a long-time FSBGC board member

• Stuart C. Crews Memorial – began in 2013 by friends of Stuart, a former Club member and son of Polly Crews.

• Vic Forsgren Memorial – family & friends established the fund in 2000. Vic was a former board member, sponsor and coach.

• Mollie & Jack Grober Memorial – created in 2010. Jack was a Boys & Girls Club board member for 43 years.

• Steven D. Jenkins Memorial - established in 1997 in memory of Steven D. Jenkins, a former Club member and volunteer.

• Reid & Grant Plunkett Memorial - created 19 years ago by Robert & Diana Plunkett in memory of their twin grandsons

• Kate & Hugh Maurras Scholarship – the couple provides an annual scholarship. Hugh is FSBGC board president.

• Kim & John McFarland – established annual scholarships for the Club in 2014. John is a previous FSBGC board member.

• Meek Family Foundation – established in 2020 by the Meek Family associated with Coca-Cola Bottling Company.

• Miller Family Foundation – established in 2008 by the family of former board member and past president Robert E. Miller.

• Bobby Needham Sr. Memorial - established by the family of the late Bob Needham Sr. in 2001.

• Janice H. & Robert M. Powell Scholarship – established in 2017 by the Powell’s. Janice is a FSBGC board member.

• Wanda & E.S. Stephens Memorial – established in 2013.

• Wade Walker Family – has provided support since 2006. Walker is a Kansas City architect who is a former Club member.

• Robert A. Young IV Memorial – created in 2001 by the family and friends of Young, a former Club member.

Board members John Rausch and Bill Cooper visit with guest speaker David Chitwood during the annual FSBGC College Scholarship luncheon.


Hug Chevrolet Donates Truck to Boys & Girls Club

When Frank Hug heard the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club had a desperate need for a maintenance truck, he responded by donating a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado. The previous Boys & Girls Club maintenance truck was 24 years old and had more than 165,000 miles. Purchased in 1997, the former truck was deemed non- drivable because of worn-out condition. “We are extremely grateful to Frank and our friends at Hug Chevrolet for this generous gift” said FSBGC board president Hugh Maurras. Hug has been a long time sponsor throughout the region supporting youth related programs and school activities. Hug Chevrolet has been serving the River Valley since 1937, and has been managed by 3 generations of Hug family members. Located at 415 E. Main St. in Charleston, Arkansas, they offer the best selection in new and used Chevrolet, Buick and GMC cars, trucks and SUV’s.

FSBGC RECEIVES LARGE GIFT OF YOUTH FISHING POLES

Through the efforts of Club board member Bennie Westphal, the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club has received a large donation of fishing poles from Mr. Ralph Duda of the Lil’ Angler and Anything Possible Brands. Club members will benefit from the donation through fishing activities arranged by the Club. Fishing helps young people build confidence, improve coordination and learn patience. The sport encourages healthy lifestyles while helping participants appreciate and understand nature. “Bringing families together is important in today’s world and fishing is one of the best ways that can happen” said Jerry Glidewell, FSBGC executive director. Planning is underway for upcoming fishing events for the Boys & Girls Club. Popular fishing holes in the City of Fort Smith include Torraine Lake on Chad Colley Blvd., Carol Ann Cross Park on 74th Street, and Wells Lake at the Janet Huckabee Nature Center.

TJ Guitar & Music Gala Set for November 13

The annual T.J. Guitar & Music Gala is set for Saturday, November 13 at Hardscrabble Country Club. The event supports music programs at the Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club. Patrons will be treated to an entertaining evening of live music, food and fun. Kim Bercher, Tommy Cunningham, David Harger, Margie Meeks and Linsey Yates help provide planning for the fundraiser.

Summer participants at the Jeffrey Boys & Girls Club enjoy a little abracadabra and hocus pocus with magician Russell Turner.

Hunter Ruth (back right) of the Tyson Internship program schedules summer gym activities with members at Evans Boys & Girls Club.

T.J. Guitar & Music instructor Lee Carter teaches guitar lessons at all four Boys & Girls Club units during the summer program.


Member of the MonthAward Recipients

April Alasia Jeffers (Jeffrey) Eli Carlton (Evans) Sam Westfall (Stephens) Lizzie Poindexter (Goldtrap)

May Gabrielle Rhone (Jeffrey) Jenson Schwartz (Evans) Kyonnah Joseph (Stephens) Atlas Johnson (Goldtrap)

June Jalliyah Freeman-Rhone (Jeffrey) Jasper Schwartz (Evans) Matthew Tooke (Stephens) Ajay Salas (Goldtrap)

Volunteer of the Month Award Recipients

April LaTavia Rollinson (Jeffrey) Lynde Morland (Evans) Shannon Palmer (Stephens) Christian Gothard (Goldtrap)

May Greg Boerner (Jeffrey) Rubin Lopez (Evans) Coach Dee (Stephens) Travis Knack (Goldtrap)

June Kristin Boerner (Jeffrey) Manuel Soriano (Evans) Chaprelle Wanton (Stephens) Terrell King (Goldtrap)

2021 Marilyn Foster Photography Contest

Winners receiving certificates and cash prizes during the annual Marilyn Foster Photo contest.

Ages 6 - 11 1st place - Damarrion Cole, age 7 (Evans) 2nd place - Corbin Biernaeki, age 8 (Stephens) 3rd place - Allie Rowe, age 11 (Evans)

Ages 12 - 18 1st place - Damarion Watson, age 12 (Stephens)2nd Place - TeVionna Clements, age 14 (Jeffrey)3rd place - October Cortez, age 13 (Evans)

Computer Coding – Southside High student Zain Rana teaches Evans Boys & Girls Club members computer coding through “Code Buddies.”

Improv workshop – members of the Stephens Boys & Girls Club learn public speaking and comedy tips from instructor Luke Perkinson.

State Youth of the Year Marlon Briggs Jr. receives a special award from United Federal Credit Union. Pictured are (left to right) Mishelle Davis, Marlon Briggs Jr., Lisa Smith, Jason Morland, and Jerry Glidewell.

ALUMNI NEWS Summer 2021


Low Score – Jimmy Bell Realty shot a 57 to capture first place in the afternoon flight of the 2021 Alumni & Friends Golf tournament at Ben Geren. Pictured are team members Greg Best, Kevin Bell, Greg Bigham and Chuck Holcombe.

ANNUAL ALUMNI & FRIENDS GOLF TOURNEY BENEFITS FSBGC With the original tourney date (June 7) washed out because of rain, golfers and volunteers came together on June 10 to participate in the 24th annual FSBGC Alumni & Friends Golf tournament. The event was held at Ben Geren Golf course. Morning and Afternoon flights were held for the 4 person scramble tourney. Corporate sponsors included First National Bank and Strategic Realty. Proceeds benefit Alumni& Friends sponsored programs at the Club, including transportation, mentoring, scholarships and facility improvements. Established in 1997, the tourney has provided steady income for the Alumni & Friends Association. Corporate, team and hole sponsorships generate revenue along with raffle prizes and other incentives.

2021 ANNUAL FSBGC GOLF TOURNEY

Morning Flight Results 1st place - 57 – Coca-Cola 2nd place - 57 - Team Westphal 3rd place - 59 – Strategic Realty 59 – Team Clockwork 60 – Team Bittle 61 – Team Prieur 62 – Team Goodman 63 – Foundation Life Ins. 67 – Team Wagoner 69 – Roadrunners Closest to pin Willow # 7: Kelly Newton Closest to pin Silo # 5: Andrew Reeder Accurate Drive Willow # 1: Kelly Newton Longest Drive Silo # 14: Carter Brooks

Afternoon Flight Results 1st place - 57 – Jimmy Bell Realty 2nd place – 58 – Arvest Bank 3rd place - 58 – Town & Country 59 – CSM 57 – First National Bank - Eckes 57 – First National Bank - Marshall 58 – Arkansas Blue Cross 59 – Jones Distributing # 1 60 – Simmons Bank 65 – Team Tabor 66 – Ci Ci’s Pizza 67 – Team Bercher 69 - Jones Distributing # 2 Closest to pin Willow # 7: Gregg Bigham Closest to pin Silo # 5: Greg Best Accurate Drive Willow # 1: Chris Eckes Longest Drive Silo # 14: Chase Allison

Summer 2021 “Beat”Alumni & Friends Golf Tourney Sponsors

Corporate Gold - First National Bank

Corporate Silver - Strategic Realty

Beverage Sponsors - Coca-Cola / Burford Dist.

Hole-in-One Sponsor - J. Pauley Toyota

Lunch Sponsor – Golden Corral

Awards Sponsor – Academy Sports

Golf Ball Sponsor – Don McDonald

Team Sponsors - Jones Distributing, Simmons Bank, MP Warehouse, CSM, Ci Ci’s Pizza, Jimmie Bell Realty, Westphal Management

Hole Sponsors – Sportsman American Legion, Dr. Jim Saviers, ChemLab, FS Plating, Jim Harwood, Carman Trucking (2), Optimist Club, Jones Distributing, McDonalds, Holmes Erection, Chaffey Construction (2), Shamrock Bolt & Screw, Shamrock Liquor, Westphal Management

In-kind - Firehouse, McAlister’s, Simmons Bank, Eunices Taco Bueno, Burger King, Great American Cookie, Tacos 4 Life, Play It Again Sports, Jeff’s Clubhouse, Riverpointe Wine & Spirits, Taco Mayo, Egg Restaurant, Jerry Neels BBQ, Shamrock Liquor, Town & Country Liquor, La Mesa Restaurant, Sharum Landscaping, Dorrie Walker, Judy Saxton , Patty Cox, Judy Phillips

Clubhouse visit – members of the Roadrunners golf team display their winnings during lunch at the Alumni & Friends golf tourney held June 10. Pictured are (left to right): Charlie Hubbard, Jim Harwood, Billy Higgins, Jarrell Williams and Phillip Sanders.

ALUMNI & FRIENDS ASSOCIATION UPCOMING EVENTS

Wed. Oct. 13 – Annual BBQ at Hunts Park

Mon. Nov. 8 – Hall of Fame Induction Dinner DoubleTree Hotel


Kiondre Thomas Tre’ Norwood

TRE’ NORWOOD DRAFTEDBY PITTSBURGH STEELERS

Former Club member Tre’ Norwood was drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2021 NFL draft. Norwood was a star safety and cornerback for the Oklahoma Sooners, where he was named defensive MVP in the Cotton Bowl. Norwood grew up playing sports at the Stephens Boys & Girls Club in Fort Smith. He also worked part-time at the Stephens unit, where his father Michael Norwood was Boys & Girls Club Volunteer of the Year in 2016. Tre’s grandfather Garland “Hop” Bray was inducted into the FSBGC Hall of Fame in 2010. Tre’ bypassed a senior year of eligibility at OU to pursue a professional career in football. The Northside High School graduate is known for his speed and versatility on the football field. Tre was a key member of the NHS Grizzly State champion basketball team his senior year. During three seasons at OU, he played in 32 games and had 111 tackles, 6 interceptions and one touchdown. He was sidelined with ACL knee surgery during 2019. Coach Mike Tomlin of the Pittsburgh Steelers has compared Norwood to a “Swiss Army Knife.” During his 3 seasons at OU (2017, 2018, 2020) the Sooners were ranked in the nation’s top 10 each season. “I’m very thrilled. I’ve always known the Steelers as a great organization, but the fan base has been showing so much love from the time I was drafted and once my name was called, so I’m basically ready to get up there and give it my all” said Norwood.

KIONDRE THOMAS SIGNSWITH CLEVELAND BROWNS

As a youth playing football at the Jeffrey Boys & Girls Club, he dreamed of one day getting a chance to play in the NFL. For Kansas State corner back Kiondre Thomas, it’s been a challenging but fulfilling journey so far. After graduating from Northside High in 2016, Thomas played three seasons in the Big Ten with the Minnesota Gophers. His senior year, he transferred to Kansas State, where he finished the 2020 COVID season with 21 solo tackles and 4 assists. Kiondre had a 6 tackles against Oklahoma State and was instrumental in the Wildcats victory over OU. Kiondre caught the eye of pro scouts with his hard nosed aggressive play. Before signing with Cleveland as a free agent, Thomas received offers from other NFL teams that included Detroit and Jacksonville. “I’m just trying to help the team win a Super Bowl in any way that I can,” Thomas said. “I’m willing to contribute on special teams and defense. I’m just wanting to do my part and Cleveland’s going to get a hard-working man. I’m going to come in there with a lunch-pail mentality and work as hard as I can” he added.

Summer Golf Clinic held at Boys & Girls Club

Through a partnership with the Ben Geren Youth Golf Academy, several Boys & Girls Club members are receiving golf lessons this summer. Instructors Matt Brown and Matt Brooks are leading weekly clinics at all four FSBGC locations. Last year, the Boys & Girls Club received golf sponsorship support from the Wayne Meeks Memorial tourney and support from Phil Merry and Alan McFerran. The Ben Geren Youth Golf Academy is located in the former First Tee facility. The group provides outreach services to provide opportunities for golf to children from throughout the community.

NFL Celebration at the Boys & Girls Club - Fort Smith Mayor George McGill presents “Keys to the City” to NFL signees Kiondre Thomas and Tre Norwood during a press conference held at the Boys & Girls Club. .


Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club t-ball action at Goldtrap.

Matthew Wewers (right) provides indoor tennis lessons to Boys & Girls Club members during the summer program.

Sportsman American Legion players get ready for action at First National Bank Field at Hunts Park.

FSBGC BASEBALL STANDINGST-BALL - 6 year olds conference overall Dr. Cole Goodman Mudhens 12 – 0 - 0 12 – 0 - 0 Fort Smith Education Assoc. 5 – 5 – 1 5 – 5 - 1 Orr Chevrolet 4 – 6 – 1 4 – 6 – 1 Caddell & Reynolds 3 – 7 – 1 3 – 7 - 1 Fort Smith Deltas 2 – 8 – 1 2 – 8 - 1

PEE WEE – 7 & 8 year olds conference overall Alternator Starter Exchange 14 – 0 - 0 14 – 0 – 0 Sharum Landscaping 9 – 4 – 1 9 – 4 - 1 McDonalds 8 – 5 – 1 8 – 5 - 1 Simmons Bank 5 -9 – 0 5 – 9 - 0 Midland UMC 3 – 10 – 1 3 – 10 – 1 Forsgren 1 – 12 – 1 1 – 12 - 1

ROOKIE – 9 & 10 year olds conference overall Walrod’s Hardware 9 – 1 – 0 9 – 1 - 0 Corley’s Hairstyles 6 – 4 – 1 6 – 4 - 1 McGill Strikers 4 – 5 – 2 4 – 5 - 2 Acme Janitorial 4 – 6 – 1 4 – 6 - 1 Carman Trucking 1 – 8 – 2 1 – 8 - 2

RIPKEN – 11 & 12 year olds conference overall Cooper Coin & Pawn 3 – 1 - 0 6 – 4 - 1 Pink Flamingo 1 - 3 – 0 2 – 11 -1

BABE RUTH – 13, 14 & 15 year olds conference overall Durham Title 7 - 0 - 1 8 – 1 - 2 Moore Trophies 4 – 3 – 1 8 – 3 - 1 Forsgren 3 – 4 – 1 5 – 5 - 1 Kwiki Car Wash 0 – 7 – 1 0 – 10 - 1

AMERICAN LEGION – 16-19 year olds thru July 19 overall Sportsman (AAA Legion) 18-11Forsgren (AA Legion) 14-12Jr. Sportsman (A Legion) 15-14

2021 FSBGC Registrations Football / Soccer / Dance

Sign-ups for football, soccer and cheer programs are underway at all four Boys & Girls Club locations through August 27. The activity fee for each program is $25. All participants must have a 2021 FSBGC membership card ($20). Soccer and football games are played at First National Bank Field at Hunts Park. The Dance team provides half-time performances for football games.

GREAT FUTURES START HERE.

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TRIVIA TIME Summer 2021“Beat”

A. Forrest left home running. He ran a ways and then turned left, ran the same distance and turned left again, ran the same distance and turned left again. When he got home, there were two masked men. Who were they?

B. A man stands on one side of a river, his dog on the other. The man calls his dog, who immediately crosses the river without getting wet and without using a bridge or a boat. How did the dog do it?

C. What five-letter word becomes shorter when you add two letters to it?

D. I am the beginning of sorrow and the end of sickness. You cannot express happiness without me yet I am in the midst of crosses. I am always in risk yet never in danger. You may find me in the sun, but I am never out of darkness.

E. Guess The Next Three Letters In The Series: G T N T L ___ ___ ___.

F. In which month do people sleep the least?

G. Four cars come to a four-way stop, all coming from a different direction. They can’t decide who got there first, so they all go forward at the same time. They do not crash into each other, but all four cars go. How is this possible?

1. What is a group of jellyfish called? a) a blob b) a smack c) a swirl d) a pod

2. What was the original name of duct tape? a) A/C tape b) silver tape c) duck tape d) super tape

3. Borecole is another name for what vegetable? a) broccoli b) potatoes c) kale d) peas

4. Where is the only tennis Grand Slam event played on clay courts? a) Australian Open b) French Open c) U.S. Open d) Wimbledon

5. Eric Blair was the birth name of which famous writer? a) George Orwell b) Ernest Hemmingway c) Mark Twain d) John Steinbeck

6. The first two African-American U.S. Senators represented which state? a) Mississippi b) Illinois c) Virginia d) Alabama

7. Which Tech company invented the computer mouse? a) Microsoft b) Apple c) Intel d) Xerox

8. What is the largest sports stadium in the U.S.? a) Neyland Stadium b) Los Angeles Coliseum c ) Rose Bowl d) Michigan Stadium

9. What animal is featured in the Porsche logo? a) Rabbit b) Horse c) Lion d) Alligator

10. What television show inspired the term “spam” for junk e-mail? a) Monty Pythons Flying Circus b) Friends c) Cheers d) Seinfeld A. umpire and catcher (baseball game)

B. the river was frozenC. shortD. the letter “s” E. I T S – the complete sequence is the first letter of every word in the sentenceF. February (fewer nights in February)G. They all made right hand turns

1. b2. c3. c 4. b5. a

6. a7. d 8. d9. b10. a

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