Society

The St. Patrick’s Day program was given at the La Grange Opera House, located at the northwest corner of the intersection of Franklin and Colorado streets, where the city hall now stands. The front area along Franklin Street was a library and meeting room. The stage area was at the back of the building, with the audience seated in between on both the ground floor and on a large horseshoeshaped gallery or balcony overhead.

Footprints of Fayette

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

A Historical Column From The Fayette County Historical CommissionThis article from the La Grange Journal, March 19, 1891, and titled “Grand Demonstration” was transcribed and contributed by Gary E. McKee: “St. Patrick’s Day was celebrated here in grand style by our Irish citizens and those in...

Bulletin Board

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

St. James Missionary Baptist Church Fish FrySt. James MBC will hold a building fundraiser fish fry Friday, March 20 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with pickup at St. James MBC, 1103 James Ave. The $12 plates will include fried fish, two sides and dessert.

Dr. Leah Mikesky spoke about “Cardiovascular Health in Women” at the March meeting of the Literary Club.

Dr. Mikesky gives program at Literary Club meeting

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Spring had already sprung at the Schulenburg Literary Club meeting held on March 10.Hostesses Jessica Anders, Kathleen Svatek, Katrina Packard Elvig, Betty Klesel and Marilyn Mokwa planned and executed a beautiful luncheon that filled the meeting room with ladies donning fashionable hats and lovely...

Library gets memorials, new books, donations

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

The windy month of March is here so breeze into the Schulenburg Public Library to check out some of the new awesome books recently added to the its collection.The library received the following memorials:•In loving memory of Rhea Peters Shepard – Given by Kevin and Megan Bartos, Nancy Srubar and...

JOE LIGGIO

‘Wild Orchids’ program slated at Weimar library

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Incredible photos and insightful descriptions of orchids found in the wild in Texas will be the topic for an upcoming Friends of the Weimar Public Library program, highlighting the book Wild Orchids of Texas.Joe Liggio, biologist and photographer, will bring an exciting experience to attendees of...

KENNY COUCH

Retired Teachers learn about Habitat assistance

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

The Fayette County Retired Teachers Association met Monday, March 9 at the New Life Methodist Church in La Grange.Guest speaker was Kenny Couch, executive director of Fayette County Habitat for Humanity. Couch spoke about lowcost repair loans for both current school employees and TRS annuitants.

Steve Kana from Schulenburg was the 2026 winner of the drawing for a quilt at the Colorado Valley Quilt Guild’s “Best Little Quilt Show in Texas,” held on Friday and Saturday, Feb. 27-28 at the KC Hall in La Grange. Carol Kana pictured with the “Flower Power” quilt.

Kana wins quilt at CVQG show

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Reunions

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

PRAHA SCHOOLDid you attend St. Mary’s School in Praha or know someone who did? All former students are invited to the 2026 Praha School reunion on Saturday, April 18.

Winedale Historical Center sets Zoom talk, nature tour

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

The Winedale Historical Center will hold a lunch-and-learn program via Zoom on Tuesday, March 24 at noon.Dr. David Huenlich will share his research on the more than 30 African Americans in Texas who spoke German in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, revealing unexpected intersections between...

Baumgarten wins run hosted by Majek Vineyard & Winery

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Tuesday, March 17, 2026

Charlie Baumgarten was the first place overall winner in the “Dessert Dash” hosted by Majek Vineyard & Winery on Saturday, March 7.

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