For the Record
Hermes Exhibit
A new exhibit at the Fayette Heritage Museum and Archives will open with a reception at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 11. Built around items donated through the years by the Hermes family, the exhibit tells the story of Dr. William Hermes who settled in La Grange in 1855 and his descendants and the contributions they have made here. The exhibit space is upstairs above the Fayette Public Library at 855 S. Jefferson St., La Grange. Call the Archives staff at (979) 968-3765 for more information.
BBQ & Bake Sale
The St. James Episcopal Men’s Club (Holy Smokers) will hold a BBQ and the Episcopal Women a bake sale on Saturday, April 11, from 10:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. or until sold out at 156 N. Monroe St. across from H-E-B in La Grange. A half is $6 and sausage link is $7, drive through only. This barbecue is for the benefit of Meals on Wheels.
Grief Support
Hospice Brazos Valley offers a support group for people whose spouse has died. The group meets the third Tuesday of each month at 10-11:30 a.m. at the Hospice Brazos Valley office located at 1048 N. Jefferson in La Grange. For more information, call Cindy Fanning at (979) 431-1556 There’s more Join the Texas Quilt Museum and the Fayette County Community Theatre as they present Fight Like a Girl on April 11 at 6 p.m. and April 12 at 2 p.m. Fight Like a Girl is a bold and theatrical mosaic of monologues that bring to life the voices of women across time, culture, and circumstances. This production will feature local actresses portraying scientists, soldiers, poets, social advocates, and even a famous female pirate captain. Admission includes access to all museum exhibits and attractions and will include refreshments in the museum garden prior to the performance. Tickets are $25 and available at www.faycotheatre.com.
Swiss Alp Dance Club
The Swiss Alp Dance Club is having a dance on Sunday April 12, at the Schulenburg Hall located at 405 West St. in Schulenburg. The band, The Lost Cause, will be providing live music from 2-5:30 p.m. The public is always welcome, doors open at 1 p.m.
Live Music Monday in Giddings
Live Music Monday will be held Monday, April 13 at the Lee County Senior Center located at 165 W. Austin St. in Giddings with Rusty Spacek and Rebecca Spacek Hooks from 6-7:30 p.m. Entrance is in the back with plenty of parking. Free will donation will be accepted. For more information, call (979) 542-5091.
For Friends of Poetry
The Round Top Family Library is happy to announce that they have a full program for their Open Mic Poetry night. The program is expected to last between 1 and 1 ½ hours with a reception to follow. This free event will be at the Round Top Family Library on April 16 and reading starts at 7 p.m. Everyone is invited to come and listen to poets reading a variety of poetry. This event is sponsored by the Round Top Family Library Book Club. For additional information, contact hendrikbergen@gmail.com.
Curb-Side Bulk Trash Pick up
The City of La Grange has designated Saturday, April 18, as Residential Bulk Curbside Pick-Up Day for hard to dispose of bulky items. Waste Management will pick up one free load of bulky items on this day. All items should be within three feet of the curb by Friday evening. Trucks will be starting at 7 a.m. on Saturday morning to pick up items for La Grange Utility Customers within the city limits. The city will also have roll off containers available to residential utility customers for hard to dispose of items at the City Service Center at 1040 E Eblin St. inside the yard. Customers will have to show their utility bill to be able to discard their items. These containers will be available Monday-Thursday, April 20-23 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, April 24 from 8 a.m. - 10 a.m., and Saturday, April 25, from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. If you have any questions, contact the City of La Grange at (979) 968-5805 or visit www.cityoflg.com.
Muldoon VFD Fundraiser
The Muldoon Volunteer Fire Department’s fundraiser will be held Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at 333 N. 3rd St. in Muldoon. Come and enjoy Louis Gabler’s world famous pulled pork sandwiches. Guests are asked to bring a side dish or dessert. Water and tea will be provided. Free will donations are welcome and appreciated. Silent auction will be held from 10:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m., meal at 11:30 a.m. and live auction begins at 12:30 p.m. Your donations and support will help purchase firefighting equipment. For more information, contact Chief Stephen Kelly at (512) 914-6021 or www.muldoonvfd.org. Auction items are neeeded and can be dropped off at Reeder’s Air Conditioning and Heating located at 365 W. Travis in La Grange. Make sure donors name and contact information is on the item.
Barbecue Chicken in Warda
The Holy Cross Couples Club in Warda will have their annual BBQ chickens to-go on Mothers Day, May 10. Chickens are $15 and cups of sauce are $3. Pick-up at the Holy Cross picnic grounds from 10 a.m. - noon. Place your order by calling La Grange Chevron at (979) 968-5032, Danny and Judy Jurk at (979) 242-2484, or the Holy Cross Church office at (979) 2423333 by Monday, May 4.
C.A.S.T. For KIDS
Join for a morning of fishing followed by lunch and a special awards ceremony, Saturday, May 9 at Camp Journey In The Woods, Bellville from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Pre-registration is required, space is limited. E-mail campiourney@castforkids.org. Participants must be at least 6-years-old. The event is accessible for all special needs. Parent/guardian must attend with each child. This is a free event with lunch included. For questions, contact event coordinator Staci Brailas at (281) 704-7735.
Vietnam Veterans Meeting
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 870 will meet on the third Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Ammannsville KJT Hall located in Ammannsville. Food and refreshments will be available after the meeting. Members and prospective members are encouraged to attend.