KidsFIRST Launch
First Baptist Church will begin a new year of Kids-FIRST on Wednesday, August 28th. Every Wednesday evening during the school year, we offer free supper, worship time, Bible stories, music, and games for ages pre-K 4 through Grade 6.
Older children will explore the New Testament 'Text Messages ' from Jesus .
Younger children learn from the Beginner's Bible Curriculum. Register online at www. fbccuero.org, or call the church at 361-275-3401.
TPA Breakfast
The Travelers Protection Association (TPA) will have its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 8:30 a.m. at Bahnhof Cafe, 213 W. Main, in Cuero. All members and prospective members are encouraged to attend and enjoy breakfast and fellowship with the group.
Westhoff Grand Opening
The grand opening of the old Home State Bank building in Westhoff, renovated by the late Deborah Boros, is set for Thursday, Sept.
5, from noon to 7 p.m. at 15 Houston Avenue. Now the home of BrandX Land & Ranch as well as Bar-Hil Ranches, a come-and-go reception will showcase the indelible style of Deborah.
Refreshments will be offered as well as hourly “swag” drawings for those who “like” BrandX on Facebook.
Grief Share Program The Grief Share Program is being offered here in Yorktown at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall.
The Fall Sessions will begin on Tuesday, September 3, and be held each Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8 p.m. through November 12. The session entitled 'Surviving the Holidays' will be held on Tuesday, November 19, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. For inquiries or to register go to GriefShare.org or call Valda Lamprecht at (361)6497812 or Rosa Serrano at (361)564-8207.
Hunter Education Class
A hunter education class will be held at the Cuero Sportsman Club on Sunday September 8 beginning at noon. Cost of the class is $20. Minimum age to attend is age 9. Students must register online at tpwd. elementlms.com. For more information call Shirley Odell at 361-782-8730.
Saturday Night Fever – Babe and Bubba Bingo
SNYPD (Spay Neuter Your Pet DeWitt) hosts its Babe and Bubba Bingo with a Saturday Night Fever theme on Saturday, Sept. 14, from 5-11 p.m. at the Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building, 501 Martin Luther King Drive, Cuero. Best dressed and table decor contests, silent auction, door prizes, meal, raffles, and cocktails. Pre-sale $50, door $60, tables $500. Call 361491-0019 or 361-212-3595 for tickets.
A Day in The Country On Saturday, Sept. 14, Weesatche 4 Warriors is honoring active duty military, veterans, wounded warriors, first responders and families in memory of lives lost on Sept.
11, 2001. The event starts with a 10 a.m. opening ceremony and continues with a chuck wagon lunch, family fun activities and live entertainment until 2 p.m. at the Weesatche Community Center, 161 E. FM 884, in Goliad.
Bake Sale for Veterans On Saturday, September 14th, the Weesatche Hermann Sons will hold a bake sale at the Weesatche 4 Warriors Event held at the Weesatche Community Center beginning at 10 AM. All proceeds will benefit local veteran and first responder groups. In addition, the home office of Hermann Sons Life will provide matching funds. All are invited to come enjoy a fun day in the country and help us honor our military, veterans, and first responders.
Trivia Night
Bring your friends and brain power for an unforgettable night of trivia, benefitting the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Fund.
Saturday, Sept. 14, 8-10 p.m. at Gasch’s Place in Yorktown, 101 S. Eckhart Street. Prizes for top three winners. Blowin’ Smoke BBQ available as well as wine and beer. $15 single or $25 pair.
Fall Sausage Feast
The Lindenau Rifle Club’s Annual Fall Sausage Feast will be held Sunday, Sept. 15, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Pre-sale tickets are only $15 each.
Meal consists of sausage, German potatoes, stuffed cabbage, and pinto beans. Plates are Drive Through Only at the eating stand. Tickets can be purchased at Security Storage, 115 E. S. Railroad, the DeWitt county Co-op, and Anders Auto Supply, or from any Lindenau Rifle Club member, through Friday, Sept. 133 at 1 p.m. To pre-order Fresh Sausage by the pound, while supplies lists, call Curtis Koenig at 361-5648148. Fresh sausage will be picked up at the dance hall from 11 a.m.to 1 p.m.
50th Anniversary Celebration
Cuero High School graduates and families are invited to honor the 1974 Back-to-Back State Championship team, Friday, Sept. 20, 4-6 p.m. at the school cafeteria. Pre-game introduction of players and coaches at 6 p.m. If you EVER went to state, come celebrate!
Murder at the Masquerade
A masquerade murder mystery dinner event to benefit the Friends of DeWitt County Children will be held Saturday, Sept. 28, at 6 p.m. at The Venue on Church Street in Cuero.
Ticketing information to follow.
Women in Business Luncheon
The Cuero Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 2024 Women in Business Luncheon, a premier event designed to celebrate and empower local businesswomen. Mark your calendars for Wednesday, September 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Venue on Church Street. This year’s luncheon, proudly sponsored by The Venue on Church Street, promises an afternoon full of motivation, learning, and networking opportunities. Cheryl Johnson of Outburst Advertising will serve as the keynote speaker and other local speakers and a panel discussion will be held. Tickets are $30 each for Chamber members and tables of 8 are available for $350. Vendor booths are also available. Contact the Cuero Chamber at 361-275-2112 or visit www.cuero.org to secure yours today.
Fall Festival
Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church invites you to their Fall Festival, Sunday, Sept. 29, at 11220 FM 237 in Meyersville. BBQ plates, dine-in or to-go, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $15. Other activities include a Country Store, Live Auction and Raffle.
EMS 35 Year Celebration Yorktown EMS is proud to be celebrating 35 years of serving our community and surrounding areas. To celebrate this honor, plans are underway for a Family Fun Filled Day on Saturday, November 9, starting at 4 p.m. at Yorktown Community Hall. Activities of the day include a bounce house for the kids, putt putt golf, a cornhole tournament, silent auction, and BBQ plates. Then DANCE the night away with Chris Gonzales and The Rekkers from 7-11 p.m. Yorktown EMS is a non-profit organization and without the support of our community this would not be possible. If you would like to make a donation to this event, please reach out to Amy Lamprecht at 361-491-1920.
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 361-2756334 or 775-304-7802.
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.
Preschool Tours
Grace Episcopal School is the newest preschool in Cuero opening in August 2024. Personal tours are being offered on Wednesdays and Thursdays between 1-4:00 pm. Grace Episcopal School is a ministry of Grace Episcopal Church.
The school will offer full day, year-round Christ- centered programming with small class sizes and big opportunities for individualized instruction and care to better meet each child’s learning style. Contact Cynthia Warzecha, Director at 361-524-5009 to schedule your tour or visit www.graceschoolcuero. org.
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.
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
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 First Baptist Church in Cuero, 408 N. Gonzales Street. Please enter through the front door under the awning. All ages and levels are welcome. For any questions, please email [email protected].
1984 & 1985 Class Reunion
Calling all Class of 1984 and 1985 Cuero High School Gobblers. The 39th and 40th Reunion is Oct 11, 2024 and Oct 12, 2024. Cost is $60 per person but includes both night's festivities. Friday night mixer and Saturday night social hour, banquet and dance at Cuero Country Club.
For more details contact Peggy Mejia Courtney at 832576-4930 or Raina Hancock Samples at 361-318-1312.
Can also view information on Facebook and ClassQuest Cuero High School 1984 & 1985.
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’s 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 Jan Clink scales at 361-275-1900 extension 142, to schedule an appointment.
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 at the Cuero Municipal Library
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].
