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FARM-TO-TABLE TUESDAYS July only: Get the best and freshest produce in season. 4-6 p.m. each Tuesday through the 15th at the Cuero Public Library Market Pavilion, 207 E. Main.
BIBLE ALIVE ‘25 VBS
Yorktown First Baptist Church will be holding its Bible Alive '25 (VBS) from July 7-11 from 9 a.m. to noon. We'll be studying David. All children who have finished kindergarten through 5th grade are welcome to attend. Cost: free. Fbcyorktown.org to register online or call 361-563-6004.
DEMOCRATIC WOMEN MEET
The DeWitt/La-Vaca County Democratic Women will hold its monthly meeting on Friday, July 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Maya’s restaurant in Cuero. All are invited. The organization also invites area men to join the group and participate in all activities. The organization’s website is DeWittLavacaTx-Democratic Women https://dewittlavacatxdemocrat-women. wordpress. com/).For more information contact Wanda Campbell at [email protected]
YHS CLASS REUNION
For: 1980 Yorktown Graduates & the 1976 8th grade class. Date: Saturday, July 12. Time: 4 p.m. - ?. Place: York- town 5D Restaurant. Please contact Sylvia Hernandez, 361-6484467, Gail Krueger, 361-275-4237 or Cynthia Tam, 361649-0379 if you have any questions and to RSVP.
WEESATCHE HERMANN SONS’ SOCIAL
On Sunday, July 13, the Weesatche lodge will hold an ice cream social and membership pin presentation at the lodge hall (306 FM 884 W). Games and visitation will begin at 2 p.m., followed by 50-70 year pin presentations by the Home Lodge. Homemade ice cream and treats will end the afternoon. All members are invited to attend.
GOOD THINGS SUMMER SERIES
The next lunch and learn gathering of the “Good Things Summer Series: Open for Growth” is July 16, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Cuero Country Club, 1305 ES Railroad Street. Hosted by the Cuero Development Corporation (CDC) at no charge to businesses, the series is designed to help local small businesses grow and prosper. Taking place on the third Wednesday of each month through August, each session will include lunch, networking opportunities, and engaging presentations tailored to the specific needs of the Cuero business community. For more information, contact the Cuero Development Corporation at 361-275-8178 or visit https:// www. eve nt b r i t e . com/o/cuero-development -corporation-63161224183
63RD REUNION OF THE BADEREINHARDT DESCENDANTS
The 63rd reunion of the Bade-Reinhardt descendants will be held on Saturday, July 19, at St. Peter & Paul's Catholic Church fellowship hall in Meyersville, TX. Hosts for this reunion are members of the Henry J. Bade family. Registration will begin at 11:00 a.m. and a potluck lunch will be served at noon. Families should bring a meat dish and a side dish or dessert. All paper goods will be furnished, along with tea, water and lemonade. A brief meeting will follow the lunch and attendees are encouraged to stay for the afternoon for games and visiting. For more information, contact Sheryl Bade Bierstedt at 210-6856835 or [email protected].
SHINER GASLIGHT PLAY Now is the time to reserve your vouchers/ tickets for the Shiner Gaslight summer play, “The Voice of the Prairie.” Directed by Leslie Buesing, this play is a “sentimental journey” through a more innocent, yet ambitious time when radio opened the world of imagination to the listening audience. Play dates are Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays July 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, August 1, 2, 3. A Wednesday performance is July 30th. All are in the evening except for Sunday matinees. A meal is served before the play. Voucher holder reservations begin Wed. June 18, www.shinergaslight. org General Ticket sales begin Mon. June 23. Call 361-594-2079 between 8:30 – 3:30. Please NO children under four.
KIDS IN THE KITCHEN CAMP
The A&M AgriLife Extension hosts a funpacked day of basic kitchen & food safety, cooking German food. July 23 & 24, 9 a.m.3 p.m. each day, Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building. Ages 8 & Up, $50 per participant, limit 20. Call 361-275-0816 to register.
80'S BINGO The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce hosts 80s Bingo on Friday, July 25, at the DeWitt County Veterans Center, 901 State Hwy 72. Doors open at 6 p.m., meal served at 6:30 with bingo following. Proceeds go toward student scholarships. Table of 8, $350; single ticket $45. Prizes for Best Decorated Table and 80s Attire. Tickets available at Chamber office or any board member, 361564-2661.
DUELING PIANOS SUMMER WIND DOWN This Summer's hottest event, Dueling Pianos “Summer Weekend Wind Down,” presented by the De-Witt 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 nlantz@cuerohospital. org.
RESCHEDULED GOLF TOURNEY The Cuero Health Men’s Health Golf tournament has been rescheduled to Saturday, July 26th. Held at the Cuero Municipal Golf Course, this tournament is a 4 man scramble. Registration at 8 a.m., tee off at 9 a.m. This annual event highlights the importance of primary care, routine checkups, and necessary screenings that all men need to make a priority, to lead healthy lives. Free PSA screenings are available, the morning of the tournament, to registered players. A lunch is served to all the players and cash prizes are given to the top five teams. Team registration is $400 a team. To sign up contact Tamara Kainer at tkainer@cuerohospital. org.
CLASS OF 1975 50TH REUNION
The CHS Class of 1975 50th Reunion will be held Aug. 2 at the Cuero Country Club from 6-10 p.m.; cash bar; $20 per person. RSVP by July 24 to Holly 361-5504562 or Walter 361648-2908. Anyone interested in playing golf, meet at the Club House at 7:30 a.m., followed by lunch at EVthing, 11:30 a.m. 1 p.m.
WOODMAN CEMETERY CLEANUP Volunteers are desperately needed and greatly appreciated at the Woodman Cemetery Cleanup on Aug. 9, 7 a.m. to noon, 225 Woodman Cemetery, in Cuero. Drinks and snacks will be provided. For more information contact Carol Ross Brookens at 512922-9885.
WOODMAN RUMMAGE, BAKE SALE
Woodman Cemetery Association is having a Rummage and Bake Sale, Saturday, Aug. 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, 512922-9885
SCHOLARSHIP GOLF TOURNEY
The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Yorktown High School Scholarship Fund 18-Hole Golf Tournament on Saturday, Aug. 16, Tee Off - 8:30 a.m & 1:30 p.m. at Yorktown Country Club. 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Prizes; 4-person team/ Best Ball $400; $5 Mulligans. Call the Chamber at 361-564-8446 for more information.
VFW CHILI & BBQ COOKOFF
Get the BBQ bragging rights in Cuero at the VFW Post 3972 Chili & Bar-B-Que Cookoff on Sept. 5-6. Categories include deviled eggs, margaritas, open meat, chicken, homestyle chili, jack pot beans, Tolbert (sanctioned) Chili, ribs, and brisket. Judges are needed. Benefitting VFW maintenance fund, contact Mona Schlieper at 351-5240131 or Tom Stephens @ 512-554-5389.
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 361-2438684 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 dcshutterbugs@ yahoo.com.
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 775304-7802.
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 361-2935576.
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 361275-1903 to schedule an appointment.
