FOR THE RECORD

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.

Plant Society

The Native Plant Society Live Oak Chapter monthly meeting is slated for Saturday, April 11 at 9 a.m. at The B-Haus in Schulenburg. For more information, reach out to Morgan Bubela at (979) 505-2966 or Anthony Haas at (713) 823-4018. All are welcome.

Fight Like a Girl

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.

SchuetzenFest

Join Kreische Brewery & Monument Hill for their annual beer and heritage festival Bluff SchuetzenFest on Saturday, May 16. April 16 is the last day to buy Beer Packages at the lowest price before the festival. Find more info and purchase tickets at bluffschuetzenfest. org.

Hermes Family 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.

Black Jack Springs Cemetery Association

The Black Jack Springs Cemetery Association will hold its annual Decoration Day ceremony on Sunday, April 12, at 2:30 p.m. at Black Jack Springs Cemetery. The event will include a memorial service followed by a brief business meeting and fellowship. Community members are invited to attend. For more information visit www.facebook.com/BlackJackSpringsCemetery.

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.

Republican Women Meeting

The Fayette County Republican Women will host Mr. Jerry Moerbe of Bleiblerville, at their April 15 general meeting. Mr. Moerbe is a 50-year veteran of the Texas Oil and Gas industry and will discuss his grassroots effort to reform the Texas Railroad Commission. His primary focus is to protect landowners from abandoned wells and shield taxpayers from billions in “shadow debt” caused by inadequate industry bonding. The meeting will be at Frisch Auf! Country Club on Wednesday, April 15 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. The meeting is free to attend. Lunch is available for $20. All are welcome. RSVP at fcrwtx.org.

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.

Immigration to Texas in the 19th century Colorado County author and historian, James C. Kearney, Ph.D. will present a program about the waves of early immigrants to our area on Thursday, April 16, at 6:30 p.m. in the Fayette Public Library meeting room, 855 South Jefferson, La Grange. Use the rear entrance on Franklin Street. The program will examine the factors in Europe that led so many to leave family and friends, as well as the reasons they were attracted to Texas rather than other parts of the U.S.

Barbecue Pork Dinner

The La Grange Baseball Association will have the 19th annual fundraiser dinner on Thursday, April 16 at La Grange KC Hall. Barbecue pork, German potatoes, pinto beans, and coleslaw will be served, drive thru only from 4:30-6 p.m., for $15 per plate. Proceeds to benefit restoration of ball park at the Fayette County Fairgrounds. Tickets are available at La Grange Farm and Ranch, Round Top State Bank, Knights of Columbus Insurance, and La Grange Chevron Gas Station.

Democratic Party Gathering

A Democratic party neighbors gathering will be held Thursday, April 16 from 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. at La Marina Mexican Restaurant, 1502 State Hwy. 71, in La Grange. Whether you are new to the area or a longtime resident, this is a wonderful chance to get to know your community better. Why not bring a friend or neighbor along with you, too.

Garden Club Caladium Bulb & Plant Sale Ready to get some color in your garden for spring and summer? The La Grange Garden Club’s annual caladium bulb and plant sale has just what you need on April 17 and April 18 at the Faison House on Jefferson St. (across from the Library). Large assortment of caladium colors as well as a variety of other types of plants for garden beds and containers will be available from 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. each day.

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.

New Life Methodist Church located at 1215 N. Von Minden in La Grange is excited to announce a community archery program for children and youth of all skill levels. Adults welcome. On Saturday, April 18, from 10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m., New Life is hosting a free Archery Fun Day. They’ll provide everything you need including all necessary safety gear. Adult volunteers are certified instructors, trained under the USA Archery curriculum, so you can expect clear, expert guidance. If you attended in March, there will be additional training and challenges. Register online at newlifelg.org or by calling the church office at (979) 968-8323. We look forward to seeing you on the range.

Gardenia Janssen Animal Shelter

The Gardenia E. Janssen Animal Shelter will host a Volunteer Appreciation Event on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at 255 Svoboda L. in La Grange (across the street from the shelter). The event will recognize the dedicated volunteers who support the shelter’s daily operations, from walking dogs and caring for cats to assisting with events and behind-the-scenes efforts. Community members interested in volunteering are also encouraged to attend to learn more about opportunities to get involved and make a difference for local animals in need. Those planning to attend are asked to RSVP by calling or texting (713) 303-0837 or by emailing volunteer@janssenanimalshelter.org.

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, can contact Chief Stephen Kelly at (512) 914-6021 or www.muldoonvfd.org. Auction items are needed 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. - 12 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, accessible for all special needs. Parent/ guardian must attend with each child. Free event, lunch included. For info, 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.

Caregiver Support Group

Hospice Brazos Valley offers a support group for caregivers of persons with Alzheimer’s and other dementias. The group meets the second Tuesday of each month from 10-11 a.m. at the Hospice Brazos Valley office located at 1048 N. Jefferson in La Grange. For more info, call Cindy Fanning at (979) 431-1556.

Grief Support Group for Loss of a Spouse 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 Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings AlcoholicsAnonymous meetings are at the Schulenburg Expo Center located at 1003 Kallus St. The Hope Group meets on Sundays at 8 p.m. and Wednesday at 7 p.m. These are open meetings, all are welcome. Non-alcoholics are welcomed as observers only. For more information go to cbiaa.org or austinaa.org.

Celebrate Recovery at Bridge Church Join every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. in the Multipurpose Building at 3007 Cedar Creek Drive for Celebrate Recovery, a Christcentered program designed to help individuals heal from hurts, habits, and hang-ups. The evening begins with worship and a lesson or testimony in the large group, followed by gender-specific small groups for sharing in a safe, supportive environment. Whether you’re facing addiction, relational pain, emotional struggles, or other life challenges, Celebrate Recovery offers a grace-filled community and a pathway to lasting freedom and spiritual renewal. For more information, contact info@bridgechurchtx. org or call (979) 968-5065.