Cowpoke Storytime
Cowpoke Storytime at the Schoolhouse will present family-friendly story and craft activities geared for 2 to 5 year olds. Thursday, Feb. 26, 10 a.m. at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum campus. Free.
Cuero Health Blue Jean Drive
Cuero Health is hosting a Blue Jean Drive benefiting Cuero Independent School District students in need to help ensure local children have access to essential clothing. The drive will run Feb. 1-28, with collection bins located at the Cuero Regional Hospital Main Lobby and the Cuero Medical Clinic entrance. New and gently used jeans (all sizes, youth through adult) are being accepted and donated items must be free of holes. Cuero Health invites employees, patients, and community members to participate and show their love through giving back.
Cuero Horse Show
Cuero Livestock Show will present a horse show at the Cuero Rodeo Arena Saturday, Feb. 28, at 11 a.m. It is sponsored by the Cowboy Up 4-H Club and is open to the public.
Piano Gold Medalist Aristo Sham Performance
Victoria will take center stage in the classical music world as it welcomes Aristo Sham, the 2025 Van Cliburn International Piano Competition Gold Medalist, for a landmark all-Beethoven concert at the Victoria Fine Arts Center Friday, Feb. 28, at 7:30 p.m.
Camp Connect
Camp Connect, a mallwide event that brings local summer camps and families together to kick off planning for a fun and enriching summer, will take place at Victoria Mall March 7. It is designed to help families explore camp options while giving local programs a chance to connect directly with the community. Families can browse a variety of camp programs throughout the mall, from sports and arts and crafts to educational and enrichment experiences. The event creates an easy, interactive way for parents and kids to meet camp staff, ask questions, and discover new opportunities for the summer ahead. For more information or participation details, email mallevents@ hullpg.com
Women Making History
League of Women Voters of South Central Texas will be presenting “courageous, determined, persistent and visionary women” living in the area at the March 8 Women Making History Celebration.
Garden Companion Plants Lecture
How certain plants form beneficial partnerships when grown closely together will be the topic of discussion Monday, March 9, when Victoria County Master Gardener Association presents the second program in the 2026 Lunch and Learn with the Masters lecture series. Master Gardener Patrick Kelly will discuss “Your Garden’s Companion Plants.” Free to the public, the program will be held noon until 1 p.m. at VEG Pavilion, 283 Bachelor Dr. Members of the public are encouraged to take a lunch break and bring a sack lunch and beverage if they wish to do so. VCMGA is a non-profit organization made up of area volunteers. It is sponsored by the Victoria County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office.
Grief Share
Grief Share Sessions will once again be offered here in Yorktown at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 401 E Main St. beginning Tuesday, March 10, at 6 p.m. We invite you to a social on Tuesday, March 3, to learn what the program offers and then decide if you would like to join us or if you have any questions please feel free to call either Valda Lamprecht at (361)649-7812 or Rosa Serrano at (361)564-8208.
Yorktown Citizen and Volunteer of the Year Nominations Open
Yorktown Citizen of the Year and Yorktown Volunteer of the Year nominations are now open. Nominations must be submitted by March 11. For more information or to pick up a nomination form, please contact the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce at 361-564-2661. Forms are also available on our website at www.visityorktowntx. com.
Brunch Buddies & Bingo for Seniors
Cuero Health invites area seniors (55+) to attend Brunch Buddies and Bingo on Thursday, March 12, from 10:30 a.m. to noon. at the Cuero Regional Hospital Education Room. Guests will enjoy a free meal, a healthcare presentation, and several games of bingo. RSVP is required and space is limited to the first 50 participants. Call 361-275-6191 to reserve your spot.
Cuero Chamber Award Nominations
The Cuero Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nominations for two distinguished community honors to be presented at the Annual Chamber Awards Banquet on March 12. Nominations are being sought for the Larry Carter Citizen of the Year Award and the Agriculture Person of the Year Award. The Larry Carter Citizen of the Year Award recognizes an individual who has demonstrated outstanding leadership, service, and dedication to improving the quality of life in our community. This award honors those who go above and beyond in serving Cuero and DeWitt County. The Agriculture Person of the Year Award recognizes an individual who has made significant contributions to the agricultural industry and has positively impacted our local agricultural community through leadership, innovation, and service. Community members are encouraged to submit nominations for individuals who exemplify integrity, commitment, and a passion for making Cuero “the way life ought to be.” Nomination forms are available at the Cuero Chamber of Commerce office, 210 E. Main Street, Suite A, or by contacting the Chamber at 361-275-2112 or [email protected].
Lindenau Rifle Club Annual Chicken BBQ
The BBQ benefit will be held Sunday, March 15, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. by presale tickets only. They are $15 and the meal consists of:.½ BBQ chicken, German Potatoes, Stuffed Cabbage, Pinto Beans, and BBQ sauce. Tickets can be purchased at Security Storage, the DeWitt County Co-op, Anders Auto Supply or you can call Janis at 361-275-4777. Proceeds are used for the preservation of the old dance hall. The last day to purchase tickets is March 13 at noon. New members welcome!
Catholic Daughters #347 Scholarship Applications
The due date for St. Micahel’s Catholic Daughters’ Scholarships due date has changed to March 13. Catholic seniors at St. Michel’s, Our Lady of Guadalupe and Meyersville, please make note of the change.
Citywide Garage Sale
Dowtown Cuero Main Street will host a citywide garage sale Saturday and Sunday, March 13-14. Residents will conduct garage sales at their homes, and there will be individuals selling Under the Library Pavilion on Saturday, March 13, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. City permits are waived for the event, and it will not count against the number of garage sales allowed per year. Register in person at the Main Street office.
Shiner Heritage Quilters ‘Spring into Quilting‘
Calling all quilters. Shiner Heritage Quilters invites you to participate in the 2026 show, “Spring into Quilting” scheduled for Friday and Saturday, March 20-21, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Shiner KC Hall, 122 S. Ave. G, in Shiner, which is a new location for the show. Entry forms and general instructions can be downloaded at www.shinerheritagequilters. org, or call Darcy Curtin at 361-427-3177. You can also pick up forms at The Square Quilter, 807 N. Ave. D in Shiner. Entry forms postmarked on or before Friday, Feb. 6, will be accepted.
Wine Tasting, Food, Fun
Wine tasting, meal, games, and silent auction — a fun night planned for Saturday, March 21, at 564 Venue located at 110 E Main St in Yorktown in support of Yorktown’s 68th Annual Western Days. Tickets are $50 each or a table of 6 for $275. Bingo style games will be played following a pasta bar meal. Call (361-564-7137) or come by the Western Days Office located at 141 S Riedel to get your tickets. Have an exciting evening with family and others in and around the community while supporting Yorktown’s long time family festival. If you would like to contribute to the prizes or silent auction call the office (361-564-7137) or contact Peggy Savage, Connie Hall, Tracy Parrett, Mary Kay Mattox or Sharon Buesing.
