Each year hundreds of thousands of older Americans are abused, neglected, and exploited. Elders lose an estimated $2.6 billion or more annually due to elder financial abuse and exploitation, funds that could have been used to pay for basic needs such as housing, food, and medical care. In addition, elder abuse is estimated to cost Americans $60 to $90 billion annually in health care, social services, and investigative and legal costs. No one is immune to abuse, neglect and exploitation. It occurs in every demographic group and can happen to anyone; a family member, neighbor, and even you. However, on June 15, 2011, "World Elder Abuse Awareness Day", the entire world will focus on this crime which often goes undiscovered and unreported, and draw attention to the mistreatment of the elderly.

The 25th annual Jazz-N-June Festival will be held June 19th-26th.

There are may concerts throughout the week long event.  For more festival information call the Jazz line at 256-604-8172 or email: tvjazzsociety@bellsouth.net. 

On Sunday, June 26th there will be Jazz on the Mountain at the Monte Sano State Park Amphitheatre.

On Saturday, June 11th,  from 9am-5pm at Alabama A & M Wellness Center, Harris Home for Children, Inc. is having a 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament sponsored by Landers McLarty.