Winchester Civic Association Holds Ice Cream Social, Presents Scholarships
Quilt Block Paint Class
The next scheduled Quilt Block Paint class is Saturday, Sept. 18 at 10 a.m. at Zilss Hall in Winchester. The class is six hours, and a 2x2 quilt block will be completed. Registrations are still available, and you may register at www.quiltblocktrail.com. You may use a credit card to pay the registration fee of $65 by calling Rhoda Gersch at (979)242-3213. The only thing you need to bring to class is a sack lunch; supplies are provided.
Barn Board Quilt Trail
Many thanks to Georgianna Fox, owner of Murphy’s Steakhouse in Winchester for showcasing quilt blocks in her dining room. Five quilt blocks of varying designs are on display and can be viewed while you eat. The blocks are available for purchase for $8 and you can take it “to-go”! The Summer Star Quilt Block is prominently displayed on the west side of this historic building. This block is part of our Quilt Block Trail, so Georgianna’s staff serves many a meal to quilt block enthusiasts that are driving the trail. The Schmidt Building, which houses Murphy’s Steakhouse, was built in 1913 and lends a historic vibe to our community. So, drive on out to Winchester. pick up a map at Murphy’s and enjoy viewing the 65 quilt blocks displayed in our area. The trail is self-drive, available at your convenience, and is a great way to spend an afternoon viewing wildflowers and quilt blocks on fences, gates, barns, and houses that can be seen from the road. Winchester Barn Board Quilt Trail maps can be picked up at the Texas Quilt Museum, Casino Hall, the Wendish Museum, quilt stores, and other businesses in Giddings, Smithville, and La Grange.
Recycling Trailer
The Winchester Recycling trailer is located on the side of Zilss Hall on Memorial Hall Street. Please place your recycling in the appropriate bins. We would appreciate that you make sure that you close the bins so that any trash will remain in the bins and not blow out. Reminder: these bins are not for household garbage. They are for recycled items only.
Zilss Community Hall
Anyone wishing to rent Zilss Hall should contact (512) 434-0292. The hall is following Covid-19 requirements. Rent is very reasonable.
The Little Free Library
The library is always open and has a variety of authors. Space is limited, so please, if you donate a book(s), look through the current selection and take as many as you leave. The Little Free Library is housed under the roof of the patio at Zilss Hall. There is also a bulletin board available on the patio. If you have an event, you would like advertised, please post.
Birthdays
Birthday celebrants this week are Betty Richter and Charlene Franke-July 27; Jerry Althaus-28; Ronnie Kleiber-29; Jerry Hielscher II, Joyce Herzog, and Misty Miertschin-30; James Zoch-31; Lisa Kilian Bobert and Brant Koenning-Aug. 1.
Anniversary
Happy Anniversary greetings are sent to Donna and Johnny Green-July 28.
Condolences
Sincere sympathy is sent to the family of James C. Nawara, 86 of New Ulm. Survivors include daughter, Karen Kilian and family and son Loran Nawara and family.
First United Methodist Church
The Winchester First United Methodist Church has returned to service inside the sanctuary. Please wear a mask and social distance inside the church. The Church has services on the first and third Sunday of the month at 8:30 a.m. The Rev. Patricia Zaiontz-Newcomer is the pastor.
Baptist Church
The Shiloh Baptist Church is located on FM 153 at North Raymond Road. For more information, please contact Rev. Paul Whitmill at (512) 629-1428.
St. Michael’s Lutheran Church
The weekly worship service takes place at 9 a.m. on Sunday morning in the sanctuary. Following the worship service, you may gather in the Education Building for Bible Study and Sunday School beginning at 10:15 a.m. You are welcome to visit for Worship and Bible Study. When you come to the church, please introduce yourself to Pastor Nate, he will be thrilled to get to meet you!
In Our Prayers
Those on the prayer list include: Betsy Anderson, Steve Burton, Jeanette Franke, Marian Fritsche, Sam Gibbs, Evelyn Haschke, Audrey Koenning, Bea Kilian, Mary Lehmann, Rose Lehmann, Ramona Lopez, Henry Pearson and Raymond Schulz.
Remembering Our Shut-Ins
Charlene Franke, R. C. Franke, Evelyn Kasper, Marie Kilian, Lillian Pietsch and Thelma Kieschnick.
In the US Armed Forces
US Air Force: Nathan Brothers, Eielson AFB, Fairbanks Alaska, Ryan Spray, San Antonio; US Army: Warren Evans, Ft. Wainwright, Alaska, Jake Hagood, Ft. Hood; Byron Taylor, South Korea; US Marines: Damien Hernandez, San Diego, Calif., Kevin Gonzalez, San Francisco, Calif.
Calendar of Coming Events
July 27-Young at Heart meets at 2 p.m. at Zilss Hall.
July 27-Winchester Area Volunteer Fire Department meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the Fire Station.
Have News?
Email Rhoda Gersch at rmgersch@yahoo.com.