Democratic Women’s Meeting
The DeWitt/LaVaca County Democratic Women will hold its monthly meeting on Friday, June 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Maya’s Restaurant in Cuero. All are invited. The organization’s website is DeWittLavacaTxDemocratic Women (https://dewittlavacatxdemocratwomen. wordpress. com/).
For more information contact Wanda Campbell at dewittlavacatxdemocraticwomen@ yahoo.com.
Rally with America’s Veterans
The DeWitt Lavaca Texas Democratic Women will also sponsor a rally for veterans on Friday June 6th, the anniversary of D-day. It is a “defend our veterans” themed rally and non-partisan. All are welcome. Join the group at the Cuero courthouse steps at 4:45 on Friday June 6. The group will proceed to rally at the corner of Broadway and Esplanade around 5 p.m. The organization’s website is DeWittLavacaTxDemocratic Women (https://dewittla-vacatxdemocratwomen. wordpress.com/). For more information contact Wanda Campbell at dewittlavacatx-democraticwomen@ yahoo. com.
Buchhorn Reunion
The Annual Buchhorn Family Reunion will be held on Sunday, June 8 at the Cuero VFW located at 934 N. US Hwy Alt 77 beginning at 10:30 am. If you need further information, please call 281-660-5213. We look forward to seeing everyone and setting a record for attendance!
Holy Cross Healing Mission
Monday and Tuesday, June 9th and 10th, 7 p.m. (both nights), will be the start of our HEALING MISSION, at Holy Cross in Yorktown. This is a very special MISSION, and each day is different. In the past 38 years, Paul Rymniak, who will be conducting this mission, has been to churches all over the United States. He has been to many other countries and has done this mission, with interpreters, in NINE different cultures. Paul is looking forward to being here with us, again. Forgiveness and Confession are Paul’s main thrust. YOU MAY GO HOME WITH A HEALING. Bishop Brendan Cahill will do a Special Healing Mass, at 6:00p.m., prior to the 7:00 p.m. service, and he will stay to hear Confessions afterwards.
Brunch Buddies & Bingo
Seniors 55 and older are invited to Brunch Buddies and Bingo on Thursday, June 12th from 10:30am – 12pm in the Education Room at Cuero Regional Hospital. Seniors will enjoy a free meal, “Hernia” presentation by Dr. Stephen Lester, and a few games of bingo with prizes! RSVP’s are required and open to the first 50 seniors only. Call the hospital at 361-275-6191 or email nlantz@cuerohospital. org to get your name on the list to attend.
2025 Janssen/ Morisse/Domann Reunion
Join us for the 64th Reunion of the descendants of Diedrich Janssen, Henry Janssen, Helene Elise (Janssen) Morisse, and Helena Gesine (Janssen) Domann. The family reunion will be held Sunday, June 22 at 11:00 a.m. at the Nordheim Shooting Club in Nordheim. A BBQ meal will be catered and served at noon. Please bring a dessert or side dish and an item for the fundraising auction. To honor our family roots, please bring pictures to display in loving memory of those who are not here today but are forever in our hearts. Please RSVP to Shirley L. Karnei at 701 Mesquite, Nordheim, or call 361 938-5279 by June 10.
Habitat Meet and Greet
Yorktown residents, Habitat For Humanity welcomes you to a meet and greet Tuesday, June 17 5:30 p.m. at the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce office, 141 S Riedel Street. This will be an information meeting about qualifications for interested families.
Vacation Bible School
“God's Promise on Life's Wild Ride,” at Holy Cross Catholic Church, Yorktown, Monday through Friday, June 23rd through 27th. Register by June 12th and receive a free t-shirt!. Students grades PK3 – 5th.Helpers grades 6th – 12th, 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm. Registrations are being taken at Holy Cross Parish office at 1214 Zorn Road or online at http:// holycrossyorktown.net/.
YHS Class Reunion
For: 1980 Yorktown Graduates & the 1976 8th grade class. Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025. Time: 4 pm - ?. Place: Yorktown 5D Restaurant. Please contact Sylvia Hernandez, 361-648-4467, Gail Krueger, 361-275-4237 or Cynthia Tam, 361-649-0379 if you have any questions and to RSVP.
Dueling Pianos Summer Wind Down
This Summer's hottest event, Dueling Pianos “Summer Weekend Wind Down,” presented by the DeWitt Medical Foundation, happens Friday, July 25, at the Venue on Church Street from 7 to 11 p.m. One of the best shows around, it features two talented musicians dueling it out on pianos during an evening of fast, funny, and engaging entertainment. The audience is the star of the show with party goers shouting out requests, singing along to favorites, bantering with performers, and having the time of their lives. You don't want to miss this memorable night! Get your reserved table of 10 or general admission tickets now by calling 361.524.6103 or email [email protected].
Woodman Rummage, Bake Sale
Woodman Cemetery Association is having a Rummage and Bake Sale, Saturday, August 9, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Mt. Bethel Baptist Church, 400 Grant Street, Cuero. ALL gently used items and baked goods donations are appreciated. ALL Donations are appreciated. Monetary donations can be made via Zelle: woodmancemeteryassoc@ yahoo. com ALL Proceeds Go To Woodman Cemetery. Any questions, contact Carol Ross Pickens, 512-922-9885
History of DeWitt County 1899 available locally
Following the recent reception for the completion of ‘History of DeWitt County 1899’ by DeWitt County Historical Commission, those interested in obtaining a copy have been asking where the new books are available. Commission members have attempted to make copies of the new publication available at local and area museums and related offices. In Cuero the museums that have ‘History of DeWitt County 1899’ books available include DeWitt County Historical Museum, Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum, and Cuero Heritage Museum. Also Cuero Chamber of Commerce will have a few copies of the book available to the public. In Yorktown the books are available at Yorktown Historical Museum and in Yoakum at the Yoakum Historical Museum.
Library/Crown Hospice Hosts Senior Social Hour
Crown Hospice is holding a Senior Social Hour at the Yorktown Public Library on the 1st Monday of every month. The social hour begins at 10 a.m. and is open to the public. Bingo, prizes and snacks are all provided free of charge. The hosts look forward to you attending.
Unity Prayer
Unity prayer every third Monday of the month at Cuero Library from 5:45- 6:45 p.m. for more information cal 361243-8684 or 361-243-1141
Family Storytime
Every Tuesday from 10 - 11 a.m. the Cuero Municipal Library has Family Storytime. This engaging program features crafts, snacks, stories, and fun activities tailored for children aged 0-5.
DeWitt County Shutterbugs
Do you love photography? Do you want to learn more, be inspired, challenged? Do you want to get together with other creative photographers? If so, please join us at a Shutterbugs meeting. Meetings are held on every third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Cuero Public Library in Cuero, 207 E. Main St. All ages and levels are welcome. For any questions, please email [email protected].
Senior Coffee Hour & Social
Wednesdays at 10 a.m., the Dinter American Legion No. 3 will host a Veterans and Seniors Coffee Hour and Social. 310 S. Esplanade. For more information, call 361-275-6334 or 775-304-7802.
Bible Study
Come hear Steve Egan, Evangelist for the Cuero Church of Christ, teaching on the 15 historical periods of the Bible, each Wednesday at 7 p.m., 1100 E. McArthur. For more information call 714-292-3352.
Turner Hall Bingo
Turner hall will host Bingo every Thursday at 7:30p.m. Turner Hall is located at 5245 State Highway 111 West. For more information, call 361293-5576.
Cuero VFW Bingo
Cuero VFW Post 3972 has resumed weekly games of Bingo at the Post Home. Games will begin at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds of these games benefit local charities, youth, and veterans in need. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Child Find Evaluations
School Districts must ensure that a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) is provided for children who are identified as needing special education and related services. Child Find is a process to identify, locate and evaluate individuals from birth to 21 years of age who may need special education and related services. Evaluations for Cuero, Meyersville, Nursery and Westhoff ISD are available through Child Find. Early childhood intervention programs serve children with developmental delays and their families. Eligibility is determined through a team assessment by program staff. Please call Crystal Hamilton at 361-275-1903 to schedule an appointment.
Child Screening Services
Residents of Yorktown, are you aware of a child with problems walking, seeing, moving or thinking? Free screening services are available for children from birth through five years of age. Call 361-564-2252 ext. 3002 for an appointment. Screening will be held at Yorktown Elementary School.
Genealogy Library
The Cuero Heritage Museum at 124 E. Church Street, houses the library genealogy section. The museum now has a searchable genealogy database with 480 books. Check it out at https://chmgenealogy. libib.com/ If you are interested in donating to this collection call 361-485-8090.
Explore your family history
Cuero Municipal Library provides free access to Ancestry. com when connected to the library’s internet. Valuable service is made available through a partnership with the DeWitt County Historical Commission. Explore your family history at the library. Link: https://ancestrylibrary. proquest.co/aleweb/ ale/do/login
Lean On Me Organization
God calls us to serve those in need. If you are available to help serve families during times of bereavement, Call Isabel Patton at 361-564-7868.
Meals on Wheels Volunteers Needed
Volunteers are needed to help deliver meals in the central DeWitt County area for Meals on Wheels South Texas. Meals are delivered once a week on Wednesdays from about 11 a.m. to noon. If you are interested in volunteering you can go to mowstx.org or email [email protected].
