Response has been tremendous! As we approach the event there are a few things you need to know before you go.

Rev. Rhonda Hobbs, Executive Pastor of Burks UMC in Chattanooga, is our main speaker/facilitator and Beth Green, wife of the pastor at Alcoa 1st UMC, will be our worship leader. Our program is entitled "Hats Off to Our BUM Ladies" and is based on the many hats that today's women wear and the impact on our lives.

DIRECTIONS...

From Maryville, Highland Manor Inn is on the right on Hwy 321 in the center of Townsend. You may visit Highland Manor's website at www.highlandmanor.com for more details.

REGISTRATION

Registration for your room and the retreat will be in the conference center at the back upper level of the property and is from 3-6 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 26. Come early and relax, shop or visit with friends. Dinner is at 6 and our program will begin at 7. Breakfast and lunch on Saturday will be provided. We will adjourn by 12:30 p.m. on Saturday.

What to bring...

• One of your favorite munchies/heavy hors d'oeuvres for dinner and snacking (coffee, water, plates, utensils, etc. will be provided)

• Games to play during our social time

• Wear or bring your favorite hat ...... fun, frilly, silly or functional

• An open heart to God's purpose for today's Christian woman.

Scholarships are available, just call Sharon Mitchell @ 983-1639 or 607-8683.

It's not too late join us, look for the pink slips placed around the church and sign up!