Annual Meeting Program Thursday, Sept. 22, 2005

Energy-Efficient Living Tent

Ductwork, energy-efficient appliances, insulation, security and more. What's it all mean, and how can your home be as energy-efficient as possible? Come to the Annual Meeting, and visit our Energy-Efficient Living tent to learn more. This unique tent is unlike any other you've seen at Annual Meeting. In the tent, which resembes the inside of a home, you'll visit the kitchen, living room, office and mechanical room. Each is filled with products and services to help you save energy dollars. Representatives will be on site to answer your questions, and you'll get the chance to win an Energy Star® appliance.

Efficient Kitchen

Energy Star® and energy-efficient appliances

<small>Appliances courtesy of Hill's Ace Hardware in Winder</small>

Living Room

EMC Security™ home theater system

Office

Right Choice Home Analyzer

Lightning Pro Surge Protection

Weather Radios

Mechanical Room

Energy-efficient water heater

Special Right Choice features

Right Choice experts will be on site offering you ways to enjoy warmer winters and cooler summers. Learn about building or improving your home to make it more energy-efficient.

EMC Security

EMC Security ranks among the top 100 security companies in the country according to the 15th Annual Security Distributing and Marketing (SDM) magazine's top 100 list. SDM ranks the companies based on their total gross revenue from security system sales and installation, service leasing and monitoring. Other indicators, such as recurring monthly revenue and residential and commercial installations, also rank them. This year, EMC Security ranked 69, up from their 2004 ranking of 76. Be sure to visit EMC Security in the Energy-Efficient Living tent.

Energy-Efficient Appliance Giveaway

Each year, Jackson EMC and Hill's Ace Hardware give away an energy-efficient appliance. This year, one winner will receive an Advantium® Oven — an $800 value. Be sure to enter to win, and learn more about energy-efficient appliances in the Energy-Efficient Living tent.

Just outside the tent, the Associated Credit Union (ACU) provides information on your family's financial needs. You can also win a surprise electronic item in their door prize offering. Don't miss it.

Georgia Magazine will also be there, so be sure to stop by its booth.

Healthy Living

Don't have time for those regular checkups or doctors' visits? No problem — drop by the Health Fair and get everything from massages to blood sugar tests. There's no charge for most services, and a small fee for some. Each of the first 500 participants will receive a pedometer. A pedometer senses your body's motion and counts your footsteps. The count is then converted into distance. For example, generally about 2,000 steps equals one mile (depending on your stride length). Wear it all day, every day, or during your walking workouts.

American Cancer Society

Pick up the latest cancer detection and prevention information.

American Heart Association

Learn about heart disease and cholesterol.

Arthritis Foundation

Come and learn about the latest information on arthritis.

Athens Regional Medical Center

Stop by and have your cholesterol and blood sugar tests for only $5.

Barrow County Community Hospital

Visit this booth and learn about knee repair and surgery.

Bentley Assisted Living at Northminster

Ask a registered nurse about health issues, assisted living care and get your blood pressure checked.

Berbessi Chiropractic Clinic

Come to this booth for a spinal screening.

BJC Medical Center

Get the latest information on PeachCare insurance, the alternative for children who aren't eligible for Medicaid. Also, learn about heat-related illnesses and how to prevent them.

Blue Laser Group

Have a glaucoma screening to be sure those eyes are healthy.

Care South

Get your oxygen saturation and blood pressure tested.

Delta Dental

Learn more about oral hygiene and dental care.

Family Foot Care Center

Stroll over to this booth for proper foot care information.

Jackson County TRIAD

Bring a $2 donation, and get your File of Life. The file has a small red plastic envelope that attaches to a refrigerator, a sticker to be posted outside the door, and a wallet-sized information card. If emergency crews are called, the sticker lets them know to check the refrigerator for the envelope, which contains doctor information, emergency contact numbers and medication lists.

March of Dimes

Learn about pregnancy, preterm labor and the importance of prenatal vitamins.

Northeast Georgia Area Agency on Aging

Pick up information on Meals on Wheels, aging, disability resources, community care service, home care and prescription drug assistance.

Rehabilitation Institute of Northeast Georgia Medical Center

See the physical therapist for demonstrations of stretching exercises and injury prevention.

St. Mary's Health Care System

Receive reflexology sessions, and for only $5, enjoy a 15-minute massage.

 

An Efficient Use of Your Kids' Energy at the Kids' Carnival

There's something for children of all ages at the Kids' Carnival. Rides, games, face painting and ice cream are a few of the attractions to keep younger family members entertained during Annual Meeting. Open until 8:30 p.m., even your little ones will be tuckered out after an evening in the Little Tykes Village. The Village floor is carpeted and full of toys for family members too small or young for the carnival rides.

Carnival Rides

• 22-foot Slide Kiddie Ferris Wheel

• Cameron the Caterpillar

• Jump-and-Slide Obstacle Course

• Moonwalk

Who Wants to be a Lineman!

Back by popular demand

Screw in bolts wearing a pair of authentic lineman's gloves, put equipment pieces together in record time and more. You'll be eligible to win prizes and test your lineman skills. Contests will run from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. After taking the linemen's challenge, watch the professionals at work. Watch linemen in action during the Rodeo Team demonstrations. Jackson EMC's rodeo team competes against other EMCs, municipal and investor-owned utilities in state and national competitions. You don't want to miss it.

Keep Your Cool

Enjoy delicious Mayfield desserts while on the premises. Ice cream sandwiches are the perfect ending to a tasty barbecue chicken dinner.

Parking and Directions

Two Off-Site Parking Locations for Your Convenience

Due to construction, parking at the Annual Meeting site is limited. For your convenience, we have two off-site parking locations that offer shuttle bus rides from Jackson County Comprehensive High School and the Jackson County Courthouse. As a special "thank you" for using the off-site parking, the first 500 families to park at each location will receive a gift. Handicapped parking is available near the Annual Meeting entrance. If you plan to use the off-site parking, please check the designated item on your registration form.

Picking Up Your Tickets

Your tickets will not be mailed. Tickets will be distributed upon your arrival at the Annual Meeting. Tickets are provided to members and those living in their households. Adults should accompany children. Registration tables are arranged alphabetically based on your last name. When you arrive, find your table and register for the evening's activities. Remember to enjoy your barbecue dinner on the premises.

The Grand Prize!

A lucky member will win a white 1998 Ford Ranger Regular Cab Truck. Must be present to win.