FOR THE RECORD
Food Pantry
La Grange’s AMEN food pantry will be closed Monday Nov. 11 for Veterans Day and will distribute food on Tuesday Nov. 12, normal hours.
Poppy Distribution
In remembrance of Veterans Day, American Legion Crepe Poppies will be distributed in the La Grange area on Friday, Nov. 8 by members of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 102. All donations benefit Veterans assistance programs. Wear your poppy with pride and remember the sacrifices service members have made for our freedom.
BBQ & Bake Sale
The St. James Episcopal Men’s Club (Holy Smokers) will hold a BBQ and the Women will hold a bake sale Saturday, Nov. 9 from 10:30 a.m. - 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 barbecue is for the benefit of St. James Men’s Club.
KC BBQ Turkeys
La Grange Knights of Columbus Council No. 2574 will be taking preorders for barbecue turkeys for Thanksgiving. The turkeys are 16-18 lbs. and cost $60. If possible, please reserve your order before Nov. 19 by calling (979) 968-5117. Pick up is Wednesday, Nov. 27 between 4 to 6 p.m.
Veterans’s Holiday
City of La Grange offices will be closed on Monday, Nov. 11 for the Veterans Day Holiday. The week of Nov. 11-15 is garbage and recycle week. Waste Management will not have a Holiday and will run their normal schedule. If you need additional information, call (979) 968-3127.
There’s more The Muldoon Museum activities for the month of December will be planned at the Wednesday, Nov. 6 meeting at 2 p.m. The public is welcome to attend.
Rutersville Lodge Meeting
Rutersville Lodge No. 152 will have their regular meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 7 p.m. The main dish will be provided by the lodge and members are asked to bring a side and dessert.
American Legion Quade Werchan
The next regular meetings of the American Legion Quade-Werchan Post No. 338 and Ladies Auxiliary are scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 7. The meetings will begin at 6:30 p.m. at their facilities located at 1503 N. State Highway 237 in Round Top. The remaining meetings for 2024 are Dec. 5, holiday celebration and dinner. Reservations for the catered meal are strongly recommended. All post and auxiliary members are requested to attend their respective meetings.
Turkey/Dressing & Ham Meal
A turkey and dressing/ham meal will be served on Sunday, Nov. 10. Drive-thru only from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at the Mission & Ministry Building at Martin Luther Lutheran Church in Carmine. The meal is catered by Sandtown Catering and sponsored by MLLC WELCA. Advance tickets are $15, available at the church office, or call (979) 278-3388. Tickets also available at Carmine State Bank (979) 78-3244, or Leonita Sanders at (979) 820-1360.
Plum Hermann Sons Life Meeting
Plum Hermann Sons Life November meeting will be held Monday, Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. at Prairie Valley Schoolhouse, 2510 Williams Rd.,West Point. Meal will be provided.
KC & CDA Memorial Service & Mass The annual Memorial Service and Mass for Knights of Columbus Chromcik Council No. 2574, Catholic Daughters of the Americas Court Annunciation No. 1962 and Court Queen of the Holy Rosary No. 2282 will be held Tuesday, Nov. 12 at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Plum. Recitation of the Rosary begins at 6 p.m., Memorial Service and Mass at 6:30 p.m., followed by a supper at the parish hall.
Ministerial Alliance Thanksgiving Service St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church will host the 2024 Schulenburg Ministerial Alliance Thanksgiving Service on Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. Pastor David Thompson will preach, and other area ministers will be taking part. A brisket barbecue meal will follow worship. Please bring a dish to share if you can, veggie or dessert, but mostly bring a nice appetite. All are welcome.