Studio Invites Artists; School & Lake Construction Updates

The ARTS Free Open Studio held in the Ross Gallery on Monday afternoons is open through July. All creatives can come to paint and share studio time. Simply bring your paint and your inspiration. “The more the merrier,” commented Karen Vernon, ARTS Executive Director. “We like to have fun. The world is hard these days. People need to have a good time. We relax, learn and open ourselves to creative expression.”

Young artists are encouraged to sign up for ARTS Emerging Artists Competition, a youth art competition open to artists in grades six through 12. First, second and third place winners are awarded in each grade level. The deadline to register is Saturday, July 30 at 4 p.m. Note that late entries will not be accepted. For more information on all the details and to register, go to: https://artsforruraltexas.org/upcoming-events. An opening will be held Saturday, Aug. 6 from 2-4 p.m. in ARTS Ross Gallery to honor all the talented contest participants and announce the winners.

Lake Fayette

The latest news from Oak Thicket Park at Lake Fayette: They have completed the remodel of the RV loop bathhouse interior and it looks great. You can make your reservation for friends or family at Oak Thicket or Park Prairie at camprrm.com.

Fayetteville ISD News

Fayetteville ISD has had a busy summer. Here is some of the progress taking place:

• Construction is progressing on the Red Building and they are hopeful it will be completed before the end of August.

• New roofs have been put on the science wing and the secondary building.

• All of the older buildings around the campus are getting a facelift with new paint.

Fair Queen Candidate

The Fayetteville Lions Club is proud to announce they are sponsoring Jennifer Statham for Fayette County Fair Queen. She is a FISD senior and is the daughter of Francie and Dan Statham. Ticket sales for the fair began July 1. Purchase them soon from Jennifer, or they are available at The 159 Junction, Fayetteville Bank, Orsak’s and Round Top Mercantile. Stay tuned for more great information about this wonderful candidate. Jennifer can be reached at (979) 639-1030.

Birthdays

Happy birthday wishes are extneded to: Kadin Schmitt-22; Klayten Schmitt and Gabriel Schmitt-23; Lori Marshall and Gunner Janish-24; Paulette Keilers and Randy Otto-26.

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