Honoring Our Soldiers
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Sergeant Major, William Malone, is retired from the United States Army after serving for 40 years, 6 months and 1day. He served 2 years in Vietnam, 4 Combat Tours and was a Commission Officer for 22 years. Pictured left with his three immediate family members, son Marty is a Captain, son AJ is a Lieutenant and daughter Courtney is a Sergeant, all having served in Iraq. Mr. Malone now spends his time working as a real estate professional with the Realty Crew, LLC in Athens,TX. If you see the Malones around town please thank them for their service.
Rising Stars
Lexi Channing has been training/performing in theatre & film since she was 9 years old. "Always writing, sketching and painting, she was quiet and shy around people, UNTIL you put her on stage, so it was important to get that "stage presence" to spill over into everyday life", says her father. Lexi's first experience with performing arts was during a semester at Tyler Civic Theatre where she developed an interest for script writing and directing. She later found Dallas Young Actors Studio in Farmers Branch, where they have a program for Teen Producers. Not quite at the age to start handling high dollar studio equipment she decided to enroll in the school as an actress instead. She gained valuable confidence & knowledge of the industry through improvs, student productions, green screen techniques, voice overs and auditions. This fall Lexi began a program at KD Studio in Dallas where she enjoyed learning all about the fashion industry. Most recently she performed in "Without Strings" at our own Henderson County Performing Arts Center and enjoyed it so much that she has chosen theatre as her focus. HCPAC has been providing a creative outlet for kids since 1989 and has a great summer camp program that is just around the corner. Don't miss it!
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
Local artist Daniela Matchael (pictured left) was born in Brazil and has lived in the U.S. for 15yrs. Athens has become her home since moving here from Colorado a year and a half ago and she can't see herself living anywhere else. She has two boys ages 10 and 12 who are her pride and joy and is married to the love of her life, TVCC Band Director Mike Matchael. Art has been Danielas passion since early on in her life. A working artist for now approximately 22 yrs, she has a fine arts degree from Panamerica School of Arts in Sao Paulo, Brazil. but sees herself as a self taught artist. Most of what she learned, says the artist, was through working with different artist in Brazil and teaching art to people of all ages. Daniela is extremely involved with community services and organizations and would love to see the arts in Athens, TX flourish. For information about lessons and purchasing her artwork contact Daniela at 303-947-2792, danielamatchael@gmail.com or stop by the STUDIO: 120 E Larkin, Athens, TX. 75751
Music & Movies My father was a musician and taught my brother & I to appreciate all genres of music. We grew up sharing an equal love for movies. Look here for music and movies to consider.
'"Linger" by The Cranberries, "Honky Tonk Women" by The Rolling Stones & "Revelation Song" by Kari Jobe
ON DVD: Hugo-----An orphan in 1930's Paris is wrapped up in a mystery involving his late father and and automation
Real Steel----A struggling promoter feels he's found a champion in a discarded robot and forms a relationship with his 11 yr old son during his rise to the top. more on www. imdb.com , www.itunes.comAbout My Website This website will be updated on the 25th of each month, please email submissions to natasha@all4fun.org
I created this website just to have something fun and informative to share with clients and friends. As a REALTOR with Realty Crew, LLC in Athens, TX, I am often asked to refer a number of services and for information on "things to do" and ways to get involved in the community. All of the information on the website is based on my knowledge of upcoming events and local organizations, so if you have an event or organization that I am not aware of, please email me and I will be happy to share. If you enjoy my site please continue to visit and share my web address with friends and family. Last, but certainly not least, if you are in the market to buy or sell property please contact me today and give me the opportunity to help you reach your real estate goals.
Thanks Again for Visiting, Natasha Simmons