Local Artist to Compete In the National Plein Air Competition in Round Top
Allyson Hoffman, an artist from La Grange will be one of the 16 selected artists competing for top prizes in the Round Top en Plein Air Festival. Plein air painting, the practice of painting outdoors, invites spectators to see artists in action as they capture the scenery. Visitors are encouraged to catch glimpses of artists working along rural roads, sidewalks, and local landmarks— stopping to connect, converse, and even suggest scenes for artists to paint. The festival transforms a 20-mile radius around Round Top into an interactive art studio.
Camp Lone Star Invites Families for Dinner, Games, and Fun on Dec. 11
Camp Lone Star in La Grange is hosting another great Family Fun Night on Tuesday, Dec. 11 from 5:307:30 p.m. Family Fun Nights include dinner, exciting camp activities, a Family Feud game, and a devotional. This is a great way to enjoy quality family time and connect with your kids. They are located at 2016 Camp Lone Star Rd. La Grange. Summer camp registration and January Retreats are now open, including their Day Camp program. Visit their website to register at www.camplonestar.org.
Ellinger Cares Hosting Bake Sale Saturday
Ellinger Cares is sponsoring a bake sale Saturday, Nov. 22 starting at 7 a.m. at Hruska’s in memory of Leona Parks. Homemade desserts will be sold to celebrate the legacy of Leona. A memorial service will be held on Nov. 29, at St. John Lutheran Church in Ellinger at 11 a.m., where Leona was a member.
DAR to Award Ten $25,000 Scholarships for Students Studying American History
Undergraduate and graduate students studying American history can apply for a $25,000 scholarship from the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) between November 1 and January 31, 2026. The DAR America 250! Scholarship will provide a one-time $25,000 award to ten students in 2026 and is offered to mark the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of independence.
