Boys & Girls Club Hosts Spaghetti Dinner In Honor Of Jimmy Haddle

Press release from the Douglas County Boys and Girls Club:

Sept. 23, 2022

In honor of one of Douglasville’s finest citizens, the Douglas County Boys and Girls Club will hold the first annual Jimmy Haddle Spaghetti Dinner from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, October 1, at Midway United Methodist Church, 1930 Midway Road.

Dine-in for $20 features an all-you-can-eat dinner in the church’s fellowship hall with door prizes and a special live program. To-go plates for $10 include spaghetti with a choice of meat or meatless sauce, salad, bread and dessert.

Jimmy Haddle, who passed away on July 17, was a constant fixture in all aspects of Douglas County life, especially in community service. He served on the Development Authority Board, the Chamber of Commerce, the Jaycees, Habitat for Humanity, Loving Hands Ministries, and the Mission Board of the First United Methodist Church of Douglasville. An avid runner, Jimmy completed numerous races including 49 consecutive Peachtree Road Races.

Most significantly, Jimmy helped found the Douglas County Boys and Girls Club 41 years ago and served on the board until retiring from his seat this year.

“I still remember Jimmy welcoming me and his never-ending support for our members and staff,” said Steve Hord, the club’s executive director since 1994. “Jimmy impacted countless lives as a mentor, a leader, and a friend. I cannot overstate how much he will be missed.”

Seating is limited, so make reservations early. To RSVP, please visit: bgcma.org/douglas-county-spaghetti-dinner/

This press release was produced by the Douglas County Boys and Girls Club. The views expressed here are the author's own.