For the Record
Blood Drive in LG
The City of La Grange would like to inform utility customers that Aqua-Metric Sales Company will be working throughout the city installing the new water meters. The Aqua-Metric work crew(s) can be identified by their Aqua-Metric Sales Company work truck(s) and uniform(s). The City of La Grange expects crews to begin working throughout the city limits starting Dec. 5. It will take approximately six months for crews to replace all of the water meters. During the process of the meter swap, each residence is expected to be without water service for at least 30 minutes. For more information, call the La Grange Utilities Office at (979) 968-3127.
A La Grange Community Blood Drive will be held at the KC Hall located at 190 S. Brown Street in La Grange on Wednesday, Dec. 6 from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. Eat a full meal before donating and remember to bring your photo ID. For information, e-mail whocandonate@ wearblood.org.
Hermann Sons Life
Hermann Sons Life Rutersville will have their regular monthly meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 6. at 7 p.m. Members are asked to bring cold cuts or desserts. The Lodge will hold their annual Christmas party on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. The meal will be provided and members are asked to bring snacks or desserts.
There’s more The Fayette Public Library and Pets with a Mission are teaming up to bring you a special Christmas Storytime on Tuesday, Dec. 5, from 5 to 6 p.m. Enjoy Christmas stories, cocoa with marshmallows, cookies, and cuddles with Skye, the therapy dog.
Christmas in Muldoon
Christmas in Muldoon will be held on Dec. 9 with lots of fun activities planned for the family. The Muldoon Museum will be open from 3:30-5:30 p.m. with cookies, wassail, and a visit from Mrs. Claus. There will also be baked items for sale. The Stray Gathering Cowboy Church will have children’s crafts, along with Santa (and possibly a few elves) from 5-6 p.m. The Muldoon Volunteer Fire Dept. will be hosting its annual Christmas meal at 6:30 p.m. Please bring a side dish or dessert as fish, hush puppies, cole slaw, and tea will be provided. Free will donations will be accepted. All locations are accepting canned goods for the Flatonia Area Food Pantry.
St. James BBQ & Bake Sale
The St. James Episcopal Men’s Club (Holy Smokers) will hold a barbecue and the Women will hold a bake sale Saturday, Dec. 9, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. or until sold out, at 156 N. Monroe St across from H-E-B. A half chicken is $6 and sausage link is $7, drive through only. This is for the benefit of Serenity Star Recovery.
Michelle Recek Benefit Raffle
A raffle fundraiser benefiting Michelle Recek, a La Grange teacher who is battling cancer, will be held Saturday, Dec. 9. Cost is $20 each or 6 for $100. Prizes donated include: Glock 43X MOS 9mm ($600 value) by Flagg Tactical; Milwaukee Shop Vac ($140 value) by Kleiber Tractor; Whataburger Gift Box ($399 value) by La Grange Whataburger, $150 Busy B Gift Card; $100 Las Fuentes Gift Card; Custom Fire Pit ($1200 value) by TEI Inc.; Rockport Vacation in March 2024 ($350 value) by Brittany Adams; B&W Tow and Stow ($429 value) by R&D Truck Accessories; Smith & Wesson FPC 9mm Carbine ($660 value) by Flagg Tactical, $100 Visa Gift Card by Fayette Savings Bank. All federal, state and local laws will apply. Ticket purchaser must be at least 21 years of age and be able to legally purchase and possess a firearm, including passing a FFU background check. All guns must be picked up from Flagg Tactical, 8340 Gray Lane in La Grange by calling (979) 250-1100. Presence not necessary to win.
Raffle & Ribs Fundraiser for Mindy Girard Mindy Girard suffered second and third degree burns covering over 25% of her body. This fundraiser will help offset medical and living expenses for her. The event will take place at the Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall on Sunday, Dec. 10 with a drive through starting at 10:30 a.m. Racks of ribs will be $30. Raffle tickets are being sold for $10 with over 75 prizes. Tickets can be purchased from Cassie Girard (979) 966-5018, Mike Schlabach (979) 966-9853, at La Grange Chevron,Audio-Video Plus in Schulenburg, Kalmus Service Station or La Grange Farm & Ranch.
Family Fun Night at Camp Lone Star Join Camp Lone Star in the fun on Tuesday, Dec. 12 from 5:307:30 p.m. for dinner, hay rides, games, gingerbread house decorating, devotion, treats, music and more. 2016 Camp Lone Star Road in La Grange. Visit www.camplonestar.org for information.
Christmas Open House
The Fayette Public Library is hosting its annual Christmas Open House on Wednesday, Dec. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Santa will be at the library from 10 to 12 p.m. Come and enjoy some holiday cheer and celebrate the season. Christmas music, food, refreshments, and more.
Christmas Crafternoon at Library
Would you like to learn how to cross-stitch? Mindy Baker from The Quilted Skein will join the Fayette Public Library on Thursday, Dec. 14 from 5-6 p.m. for a Christmas Crafternoon. Enjoy a relaxing hour learning how to cross-stitch a Christmasthemed design. Coffee and tea will be available, and all materials will be provided. Library programs and events are free and open to the public. Registration is required for this event, with 10 available spots. Call (979) 968-3765 or come by the Fayette Public Library to reserve your place.