Schulenburg Police Department Meet & Greet
The Schulenburg Police Department will hold a meet & greet on Wednesday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m. at the SPD office, 607 Upton. Everyone is invited to come meet the officers and first responders. Food will be served and a drawing will be held. On hand will be R&R Shaved Ice along with Air Evac and Schulenburg Volunteer Fire Department members.
Veterans Day Holiday
The Veterans Day holiday will be observed on Friday, Nov. 11. The City of Schulenburg will have a holiday, so City Hall, the Schulenburg Public Library and the city’s public works will be closed. Veterans Day is also a holiday for the U.S. Postal Service.
Freyburg United Methodist Church Country Christmas Bazaar
Freyburg United Methodist Church will hold its Country Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 12 from 8 a.m. to noon at Rockin’ W Ranch on Highway 77 north of Schulenburg. There will be top name-brand toys, homemade baked and canned goods, silent auction (closes at 10 a.m.), “Recollections & Recipes” book and more. Credit cards will be accepted.
Homemade Apple Strudels being sold by Cheerleaders
Orders are being taking for homemade apple strudels as a fundraiser for cheerleaders. Cost is $20 per strudel and deadline to order is Nov. 12. Pickup will be between Saturday, Nov. 12 and Friday, Dec. 2. For more information, call Catherine Miksch at 979-743-0297.
‘Holiday in the Country’ arts & crafts show hosted by Chamber
The Greater Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce will hold its “Holiday in the Country” arts and crafts show on Sunday, Nov. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Schulenburg Hall, 405 South St. There will be handmade crafts, Christmas décor, baked goods, Scentsy products, Tupperware, wood crafts, plants, crosses, wine décor and gift bags, aprons, jewelry, purses, etc. Food and drinks will be available. Door prizes will be given but presence is necessary to win. For more information, contact the Chamber at 979-743-4514 or schulenburgchamber@cvctx.com.
Thanksgiving meals for the needy from Crossroad
Crossroad Christian Fellowship invites families in need to receive a Thanksgiving meal. Anyone interested must pick up a ticket at Crossroad Christian Fellowship, 621 Lyons Ave., on Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 6 to 7 p.m. Proof of Schulenburg residency is required to receive the ticket. One meal of turkey with sides per household will be provided. Meals can be picked up on Tuesday, Nov. 22 from 6 to 7 p.m. (please remember to bring the ticket). Please note that the dates on the front page of the Nov. 3 issue were incorrect and the correct dates appear above.
Hallettsville Market Days
Hallettsville Market Days will be held on Saturday, Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Hallettsville KC Hall (rain or shine). There will be a mix of indoor, covered pavilion and tree-lined shopping. Items include wood, metal and glass art; specialty food items; barbecue tools and knives; live plants; furniture and home décor; jewelry and purses; etc. For more information, visit www.HallettsvilleMarketDays.com or call 361-772-0084. The Hallettsville KC Hall is located at 321 U.S. Highway 77 South.
Annual VVA Veterans Party
Vietnam Veterans of America, Chapter 870, will hold its annual Veterans Party on Saturday, Nov. 19 at the Ammannsville Hall. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. and there will be a drawing at 7 p.m. Beef stew and chicken noodle soup will be served (donations accepted). It will be a great meal and fun with family and friends.
Knights of Columbus Fried ‘Moo & Cluck’ Dinner
The Knights of Columbus will hold a drive-thru-only fried “Moo & Cluck” dinner on Sunday, Nov. 20 starting at 10:30 a.m. or when food is ready to serve at the KC Hall. Plates ($12 each) will include chicken fried steak cutlet and fried chicken breast with white gravy, mashed potatoes, cheesy broccoli/cauliflower blend and peaches. Reservations are not necessary. In addition, the South Texas Blood Bank will have a blood drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 20 in the KC Hall parking lot. Each donor will get a free meal provided by the KCs. The KCs will also hold their third annual food drive on Nov. 20 benefitting the Schulenburg Area Food Pantry. Non-perishable goods and/or monetary donations will be accepted