FOR THE RECORD
No BBQ, Bake Sale
St. James Episcopal Men’s Club will not hold a barbecue or bake sale in November as they will cook turkeys for the Family Crisis Center the Friday before Thanksgiving.
VFW
VFW#5254 La Grange will meet on Tuesday Nov. 16 at 6 p.m.
Of Mice and Men
The Fayette County Community Theatre (FCCT) will close out the 2021 season Nov. 12-14 with John Steinbeck’s classic American story, Of Mice and Men. FCCT welcomes you to the Sanford Schmid Amphitheater on the grounds of the Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center, 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange. Ticket options are as follows: VIP (Friday night only beginning at 5:30 p.m.) $35 First choice for seating, and enjoy snacks and beverages provided by Bodega Wine Market, Blue Mule Winery, and Rohan Meadery. General admission $10, student $5. Showtimes are: Nov. 12 and 13 beginning at 7 p.m., Nov. 14 beginning at 3 p.m. Tickets on sale now at: https://www.eventbrite. com/e/of-mice-and-men-tickets-169388733261.
Xmas Craft Show
Over 26 booths will showcase all kinds of handcrafted items including jewelry, quilting, knitting, wood crafts, painting, primitive arts, and back goods during the annual Christmas Craft Show at First United Methodist Church located at 1215 N. Von Minden in La Grange on Sat., Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Lunch and dessert will be available to eat or for plates to go. For more information, call (979) 968-8323.
Feed the Need
Feed the Need, a non-profit organization based in Bastrop whose mission is to feed people physically and spiritually, will provide free burgers every Monday at 6:30 p.m. in La Grange at the new location on the east and south side of the square. Everyone is welcome.
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.
Parkinson’s Support Group
For anyone struggling with the Parkinson’s disease movement disorder, the group has reactivated in La Grange the third Thursday of every month for patients and caregivers. The meetings begin at 10 a.m. at the Randolph Recreation Center located at 653 E. Pearl Street. For more information, call (832) 561-1447.
Veterans Breakfast
American Legion Post No. 602 in Shelby invites all Veterans and the public to their annual drive-thru Veterans breakfast on Satuday, Nov. 13 beginning at 8 a.m. until 10 a.m. for a free will donation. Menu includes bacon, eggs, biscuit and gravy. The Shelby Post Headquarters is located at 4019 FM 1457.
Republican Party to Accept Applications
On Saturday, Nov. 13 the Fayette County Republican Party Chairman, Deborah Frank will be at Latte on the Square, 219 W. Travis, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. to accept ballot applications and filing fees from candidates who want their name to appear on the Republican Party Primary ballot. David Stall will assist that day as notary, so applications do not have to be notarized before bringing them in on that day. The filing period for Precinct Chairs ends Dec. 1. The filing period for all other candidates ends Dec. 13. If candidates cannot submit their ballot application in person on Nov. 13 they may contact Chairman Frank after that date to arrange a time and location to meet with her. In that case, applications will have to have to be notarized prior to submitting them, along with the appropriate filing fee. Payment of filing fees should be with a Certified or Cashier Check. Candidates may direct any questions to FCRP Chairman Deborah Frank at (979) 270-1555.
Cummins Creek Wildlife Association
The winter meeting and dinner for Cummins Creek Wildlife Management Association will be held on Saturday, Nov. 13 at 6 p.m. at the Round Top Rifle Hall in Round Top. Join for a guest speaker, dinner, refreshments, raffle and door prizes. Bring your favorite dessert to share. Free will donation.
Second Saturday on The Square
The Second Saturday on the Square will be held Nov. 13 beginning at 4 p.m. until dark. Enjoy kick ball, laser tag, cotton candy, music, and a movie inside REDI. Order food from local restaurants and food trucks. Vendors are always welcome.
Country Christmas Freyburg’s Country Christmas at the Rockin W. Ranch, located at
Freyburg’s Country Christmas at the Rockin W. Ranch, located at 2501 Hwy. 77 North of Schulenburg, will be held on Saturday, Nov. 13. Doors open at 8 a.m. till 12 noon. The blue barn will be full of items just for you. Home baked goods and canned goods the silent auction will end at 10 a.m. Free parking and handicap accessible. For more information, call Junette at (979) 743-0623 or Sandi at (979) 561-8846. Masks are optional.
Final Ellinger Bingo of 2021
The Ellinger Chamber of Commerce will hold its final Bingo of 2021 on Saturday, Nov. 13. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. with games beginning at 6 p.m. Hamburgers, hot dogs, nachos, desserts and refreshments will be available. Two jackpots with a guaranteed $500 payout will be played. Enjoy 15 regular bingo games with $1,500 in prizes. Veterans and active duty military get a free beverage and entry into a drawing. The Ellinger C of C Hall is located at 104 W. Colorado Sky in Ellinger. Visit www.EllingerTexas.com for more information.
FWSC Meeting
Fayette Water Supply Corporation will be conducting a meeting of the Board of Directors on Monday, Nov. 15 at 5:15 p.m. at the FWSC office located at 200 Bordovsky Road in La Grange. All members are encouraged to attend.
Robots Coming to Fayette County
A World Robotic Olympiad League is coming to Fayette County. WRO is a truly global robotic competition and is open to students of all ages with no previous experience is required. Science in a Suitcase is the non-profit bringing this opportunity to rural Texas. For over 10 years, SIAS has delivered robotics education to kids all over the world using their expert curriculum and Lego Education products. The competition will start in the spring term and go throughout the summer. If teams are successful, members could be traveling to California for the finals. To start the league, the league would like to get a sense of how many students are interested in participating. Register your interest in one of two informational nights where you can meet Gabi, Robotics trainer, and to hear details about the league and the competition on Nov. 15 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Redi Market, La Grange or Nov. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Cistern Country Store or virtually if you cannot attend in person. A Zoom link will be sent to you.
Thanksgiving Barbecue Turkeys
La Grange Knights of Columbus Council No. 2574 will be taking pre-orders for barbecue turkeys for Thanksgiving. The turkeys are 14-16 lbs. and cost $50. If possible, please reserve your order before Nov. 16 by calling (979) 968-5117. Pick up is Wednesday, Nov. 24 between 4 to 6 p.m.
Christmas Open House at Casino Hall
Join the La Grange Visitors Center on Thursday, Nov. 18 from 4-6 p.m. for their Christmas Open House at the Historic Casino Hall. There will be sweet treats, children’s activities, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. This event is free and open to the public. The Historic Casino Hall is located at 254 N. Jefferson Street in La Grange. For more information, call (979) 968-3017.
La Grange Garden Club
The La Grange Garden Club will meet at the Randolph Recreation Center located at 653 East Pearl Street in La Grange at 2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 18. This month’s program will feature Bruce Ford of the Fayette County Beekeepers Association who will provide information on beekeeping and the importance of bees in gardens and surrounding landscape. Everyone is invited to attend and new members are always welcome. For more information, call club president Pennie Lee at (713) 254-1132.
FC Republican Women Meeting
The Fayette County Republican Women will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, Nov. 18 at La Grange City Hall Council Chambers, 155 E. Colorado, in La Grange. Social time starts at 6 p.m. with the business meeting at 6:30 p.m. The guest speaker will be Melissa Conway, the new Texas Election Integrity State Director. Bringing over 25 years of grassroots leadership experience in numerous political activities, she is among the first to lead this national GOP initiative and will describe the function and duties of her new role. For more information on the Fayette County Republican Women, visit www.fcrwtx.org.
Central Texas Food Bank Truck
The Central Texas Food Bank truck will be at the Waldeck Lutheran Church located at the junction of FM-1291 and FM-2145 on Friday, Nov. 19 from 10 until 11 a.m. It will be drive-thru only and all clients are to remain in their vehicles. Someone will be there to direct traffic. Clients are advised to make room inside their car trunks and truck beds. Food boxes will be pre-packaged and placed into each vehicle by volunteers. Health safety guidelines require volunteers to wear facemasks and to social distance. Clients are urged to wear facemasks while in the drive-thru. The mobile truck comes to Waldeck on the third Friday of each month.
The Bartered Bride Opera in Praha
St. Mary’s Church in Praha will be hosting a performance of Bedrich Smetana’s opera The Bartered Bride, in a Road Tour, that is making its way to several Texas cities courtesy of the University of North Texas (UNT) and the Czech Educational Foundation of Texas (CEFT). The event is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. under the Pavilion adjacent to the church. There is no charge. A good will offering will be accepted. Attendees are asked to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy prior to the performance. Seating will be available, or attendees may bring their own lawn chairs. Following the performance there will be a recitation of the Rosary at 4 p.m. in the Church followed by Holy Mass at 4:30 p.m. The UNT performers in the touring group are being led by Dr. Thomas Sovik.
Community Thanksgiving Service
The La Grange Area Ministerial Alliance invites everyone to the Community Thanksgiving Service to be held on Sunday, Nov. 21 at 6 p.m. at the Casino Hall. Canned goods will be collected for AMEN Food Pantry and a collection will be taken for the Good Shepherd Fund. Join for worship, prayer, and thanksgiving.
RT Lion’s Club Turkey Trot
The 5th annual Round Top Lion’s Club Turkey Trot will be held Thursday, Nov. 25 at 8 a.m. at Henkel Square Market in Round Top. Participants can choose a timed 10K, 5K or a one-mile fun run to burn those calories before eating Thanksgiving dinner. Race Day Registration will be held at Henkel Hall in Round Top from 7 to 8 a.m. Runners can register online at www.AthleteGuld.com. Questions, call Pam Langford at (979) 530-5086.
Loss of A Child Support Group A support and education group for a parent or grandparent who is
A support and education group for a parent or grandparent who is grieving the loss of a child at any age or any stage of the grieving process will be held the fourth Tuesday of each month from 10 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at Hospice Brazos Valley located at 1048 N. Jefferson in La Grange. This month it will be held on Nov. 30 due to the regular meeting date is the Tuesday before Thanksgiving. For more information contact, Cindy Fanning at (979) 968-6913. You must RSVP to keep groups small.
Tamale Fundraiser
The American Legion Post No. 602 in Shelby will have a Christmas tamale fundraiser. Gourmet beef or pork tamales will be sold for $8 a dozen and the expected delivery date is Dec. 9. Contact Joe Lamer at (979) 338-9269. Deadline to order is Nov. 29.
Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive
St. Mark’s Medical Center is having their annual Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive benefiting the Family Crisis Center. The baskets will be collected outside the hospital in the drive-through area in front. Place your items in a covered tub or shopping bag this year to allow for easier transport by the crisis center team. Gift cards of $20 is recommended but leave the gift card out of the basket. The cards are used to purchase the turkeys and if money is left over to purchase dessert. Collection date is Thursday, Nov. 18 from 10-11 a.m.