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RT Tour of Homes
The Round Top Area Historical Society is hosting their annual Christmas Tour of Homes this Saturday in conjunction with Christmas in Round Top. From 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. four historical/unique homes and two business historical structures will be on the tour each transformed by Christmas decor. Tickets are $20 each and can be purchased at Round Top Real Estate during business hours (979) 249-5732 or you can contact Jeannette Berger at (281) 610-8274. Funds go to benefit the non-profit society.
Christmas Party
Hermann Sons Life Rutersville will have their Christmas Party on Saturday, Dec. 4 at the lodge hall starting at 5:30 p.m. A catered meal of fried chicken will be served and members are asked to bring a dessert or snacks. Santa will arrive at 7 p.m.
Free Gallery Talk
The Texas Quilt Museum, located at 140 W. Colorado in La Grange, will host Carolyn Miller on Saturday, Dec. 4 at 3 p.m. Carolyn will be making a special visit to the museum to discuss the exhibit Hidden Treasures: Antique Quilts from the Collection of Carolyn Miller. Guest curator is Vicki Mangum. Admission is free beginning at 2 p.m.
La Grange Chess Club
The La Grange Chess Club meets on Mondays at the Randolph Rec. Center from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. The club is free to ages seven to adult; all skill levels. Experienced scholastic chess coach will give free lessons. For information or to register, email to damccall314@gmail.com.
LHS Student Council Coat Drive
In addition to the Book Fair, the La Grange High School Student Council will be conducting a Coat Drive. Anyone donating a new or gently used coat at the book fair will receive a 10% discount from the total of their Book Fair purchases.
Christmas Fest in Carmine
The Carmine Chamber of Commerce will host the Polar Express on Sunday, Dec. 5 from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Carmine Hall. Kids can ride the Polar Express and see Santa from 11:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Enjoy beef stew or homemade burgers served at 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Tickets sold at the door for $12. Meals are eat in or to go. To reserve stew to go, call (979) 451-1507.
Advent Service at St. James
An Advent service of Lessons and Carols presented by the St. James’ Choir and singers from the community and area churches by Don Kirby, Director and Mary Ann Hatfield, organist/accompanist, will be held Sunday, Dec. 5 at 3 p.m. at St. James’ Episcopal Church located at 156 N. Monroe in La Grange.
Public Rosary Prayer
A public Rosary prayer service will be held on Dec. 8 at the Rose Garden Gazebo at noon. The prayer service is sponsored by the Hostyn Catholic Daughters No. 2282. This will be for world peace, pro-life and safety for all mankind. All are invited.
American Legion Christmas Party The American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit No. 102 will host
The American Legion Post and Auxiliary Unit No. 102 will host their annual Christmas party on Wednesday, Dec. 8 at the VFW Home located at Veterans Memorial Drive in La Grange. Social hour will begin at 5 p.m. with a catered meal served at 6 p.m. The Post and Unit members and spouses or guests are invited to attend this festive event, to celebrate and thank our Veterans for their service to our Country. Also invited are prospective members interested in joining either the Post or the Auxiliary Unit, a patriotic organization serving veterans, military, and their families.
LGISD PTO Holiday Night
Join the La Grange ISD Hermes Intermediate PTO for some holly jolly fun during their annual Holiday Night on Thursday, Dec. 9 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the old and new Hermes Gyms. A night of free activities, crafts and games for all La Grange Elementary students and their families. Enjoy R&R Shaved Ice, gift basket raffles and the ugly Christmas sweater contests. Watch the Hermes Intermediate PTO Facebook page for updates.
Democratic Party Meeting
The Fayette County Democratic Party will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. The guest speaker will be Joe Jaworski, Democratic candidate for Texas Attorney General. The in-person meeting will be at La Grange City Hall. Participants may also attend via Zoom by sending a link request to davidmccallchair@gmail.com.
Round Top Family Library FYI
A Porch Concert with The Red Barn Crows, Louie Sellers and Craig Dinsmore will be held at the Round Top Family Library Annex lawn on Thursday, Dec. 9 from 5 to 7 p.m. Bring your own chair, drink, blanket, cooler, etc. Just come and enjoy the music under the stars. The Round Top Family Library is located at 206 W. Mill St. in Round Top. This is a free program.
Muldoon Christmas
The Muldoon Museum will be having baked goods and gift items for sale on Saturday, Dec. 11 from 4 until 6 p.m. The Muldoon Community Center will have a Christmas Market beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Mosaic Class For Beginners
A Mosaic Class for Beginners, taught by Stephanie Shroyer from Schulenberg, will be held in December. There is a $50 supply fee. To register, call the Round Top Family Library at (979) 249-2700 or email info@ilovetoread.org by Dec. 9. Class size is limited, maximum 10 people. Adult class ages 18 and up will be held Dec. 11 from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Dec. 12 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Round Top Family Library Annex located at 206 W. Mill St. in Round Top. Snack lunch will be served both days.
Sages & Saints
The Sages & Saints of the La Grange First United Methodist Church invite you for fellowship and fun at their meeting on Dec. 10 from 5-7 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall. Enjoy reindeer games and lots of fun. Turkey and dressing will be provided but bring a side dish for all to share. Please also bring items to give to the local nursing homes for Christmas. The church is located at 1215 N. Von Minden Rd. in La Grange.
Christmas at Winedale
Christmas at Winedale will be held Saturday, Dec. 11 from noon to 4 p.m. There will be crafts and folklife demonstrations, music and theater performances, food and beverages, and more. This event is free. Interested in volunteering? Contact tricia.blakistone@austin. utexas.edu for more information.
Czech Christmas Open House
The Texas Czech Heritage & Cultural Center, located at 250 West Fairgrounds Rd. in La Grange, will have a Christmas open house on Saturday, Dec. 11 beginning at 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Visit friends and enjoy pastries and cookies, check out the gift shop for specility Christmas and Czech items for purchase.
Free Community Vision Clinic
La Grange Seventh-Day Adventist Church will be partnering with Better Vision Better Hope in providing a free vision clinic for eye exams, prescription glasses, cataract evaluation, diabetic and glaucoma screening, on Friday, Dec. 12. Reserve your spot now by calling (580) 483-7962. La Grange Seventh-Day Adventist Church is located at 1000 E. State Hwy. 71 in La Grange.