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Bulletin Board

News Staff
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
Schulenburg Volunteer Fire Department Stew Supper The Schulenburg VFD will serve a boneless beef stew supper on Thursday, Feb. 2 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the KC Hall. Cost is $12 each for the drive-thru-only plates. Deadline to buy tickets was Monday, Jan. 30.

Photo contest being held for Texas State Parks centennial

News Staff
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
In honor of its 100-year birthday celebration, Texas State Parks is hosting a photo contest throughout 2023 with the chance to win park passes, H-E-B gift cards and even a curated state park experience.
Inspirational speaker addresses Quilt Guild meeting

Inspirational speaker addresses Quilt Guild meeting

Inspirational speaker addresses Quilt Guild meeting

News Staff
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
The Colorado Valley Quilt Guild was honored and inspired by Diane Rose’s presentation at its meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 24. Rose spoke to a crowded room with humor and inspiration. Rose, who has been totally blind since 1983, taught herself quilting in 1989 and has made over 1,100 quilts.
Dancing Turtles who gave a performance at the Turtle Wing Toast included (from left) Presley, Eleanor, Jessica, Rowan, Emma, Emilie and Joelle.

Dancing Turtles who gave a performance at the Turtle Wing Toast included (from left) Presley, Eleanor, Jessica, Rowan, Emma, Emilie and Joelle.

12th annual Turtle Wing Toast features ‘The Art of Turtle Wing’

News Staff
Tuesday, January 31, 2023
The 12th annual Turtle Wing Toast was a success. Community members, donors, volunteers, board, families, and those who wanted to learn more about Turtle Wing Foundation gathered at Sengelmann Hall on Thursday, Jan. 26 to “Remember, Rejoice, & Renew” with Turtle Wing Foundation.
Creative Arts Program – Jo Nell Vacek and her granddaughter Megan Vacek were engrossed in their emerging mosaic pattern during the Senior Connections creative arts program on Friday, Jan. 20 at the ARTS Schulenburg studio.

Creative Arts Program – Jo Nell Vacek and her granddaughter Megan Vacek were engrossed in their emerging mosaic pattern during the Senior Connections creative arts program on Friday, Jan. 20 at the ARTS Schulenburg studio.

Sr. Connections: Gathering place for active seniors

News Staff
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Senior Connections had a great week – a great speaker, the awesome company of friends and neighbors, a warm shared meal with each other and some group outings. Former Fayette County Judge Ed Janecka was the lunch-andlearn speaker on Monday, Jan. 16 and he had a riveted audience.

Blacksmith Conference, Antique Gas Engine Reunion set at Czech Center

News Staff
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Plans for the second annual Texas Blacksmith Conference & the Hume L. Baker Texas Antique Gas Engine Reunion have been finalized. The events will be held Jan. 27-28 at the Texas Czech Heritage & Cultural Center’s Czech Village grounds in La Grange, beginning at noon on Friday and 9 a.m. on Saturday.

Bulletin Board

News Staff
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Wild Game Supper & Big Buck Contest Results A wild game supper will be held on Saturday, Jan. 28 at the Hallettsville KC Hall, with the doors opening at 5 p.m. Crawfish, deer, duck, hog, birds, chili, sausage, beans, duck gumbo, wild rice, etc. will be served.

Hosts being sought for local dinner gatherings

News Staff
Tuesday, January 24, 2023
Editor’s note: The following was submitted by local resident E.J.Bayer. Dinner parties have been enjoyed for over 25 years in this area. This is how this is done. Usually 15 host couples (singles are welcome) pay for the cost of a dinner party.
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