Girl Scouts Spring Break Day Camp
Spring Break Day Camp to be hosted by Girl Scouts of Victoria at Victoria Service Center, March 18 to 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Cost is $10 per day. Open to all girls in grades K–12.
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) o 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.
Hot Diggety Dog
A hot dog fundraiser will be held at Cuero First United Methodist Church at 210 N. Clinton St. Saturday, March 21, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Proceeds will benefit donations for missions. It will include hot dogs with all the fixings, chips and desserts. There will also be a silent cake auction and crafts.
CEU Program
The DeWitt County SWCD will hold our annual CEU program on Tuesday, March 24, at the DeWitt County Veterans Center 901 Hwy 72 E, Yorktown, TX 78164. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. and program starts at 8 a.m.. Cost is $35.00 and includes lunch. TDA has approved six CEU’s for the attendees. Please call or text Velinda Geffert at 361-935-6848 or email dewittcounty@swcd. texas.gov to register or for additional information.
Grief Support Group
Meetings are at First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Cuero Tuesdays, March 10, 17 and 24, at 7 p.m. All who are having a difficult time dealing with grief for the death of a loved one, friend, loss of a job, divorce, loss of health or loss of a pet you will be welcome. Grief is hard to deal with by yourself. You will find comfort and understanding. All are welcome.
Yorktown Chamber Banquet
The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Banquet will be held Friday, March 27, at 5:30 p.m. Tickets available at the office are $35 for individuals and $300 for a table of eight. Formal entire encouraged but not required. 361-564-2661.
Knights of Columbus Fish Fry
The Knights of Columbus will host a fish fry at Holy Cross Activity Center at 1214 Zorn Road in Yorktown Friday, March 27, 5:30 to 7 p.m. Menu is fried fish, hush puppies, German potato salad and cole slaw. $12 per plate.
Westhoff Annual Spring Festival
The Westhoff School PTC Annual Spring Festival will he held Saturday, March 28, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a live auction at noon. Activities will include a cake walk, kids games, country store and live and silent auctions. BBQ chicken plates for dine in or to go are pre-sale for $10. Raffle tickets are $1, $5 raffle tickets for $1,000 beef and chest freezer. 244 Lynch Ave. in Westhoff.
Palm Sunday Sausage Meal
Knights of Columbus Council No. 13010 will host the Annual Palm Sunday Sausage Meal and Sts. Peter and Paul Altar Society Bake Sale at 11220 FM 237 in Meyersville March 29 starting at 10:30 a.m. until sold out. Plates to go are $15.
Freemasons Fish Fry
Yorktown’s Cameron Masonic Lodge will have a Fish Fry on Friday, April 3, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. with plates to go only. Cost is $15. Plates will consist of Fried Fish, Hush Puppies, Fries and Slaw. The Lodge, as always, appreciates the community’s support. Plates can be picked up at the Masonic Lodge located at 525 E Main. Tickets can be purchased from Jeff Massey, Richard Heard, Derek Brown, Rick Savage, and John Oliver.
Mt. Bethany Baptist Church BBQ Dinner
Mt. Bethany Baptist Church will host a BBQ dinner fundraiser at the American Legion in Cuero Saturday, April 4, at 11 a.m. Plates will include BBQ ribs and sausage with all trimmings for $15. Call Charles Whitfield at 361-799-6138 or Sue Williams at 361-2109798 for information.
Nordheim Easter Egg Hunt
Friends of Nordheim will sponsor the 39th Annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4, at 10 a.m. in Nordheim Jubilee Park. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. All nursery children, and children, ages preschool to 4th grade can register for door prizes, and they will hunt for plastic eggs containing prizes. Children in grades 5 to thirteen years of age need to register to be eligible for door prizes. If it is raining, the hunt will be held in the Nordheim Shooting Club Dance Hall. Nordheim Garden Club will be sponsoring a bake sale and plant sale fundraiser inside the Park Lounge at 9 a.m. Hamburgers, hot dogs and a brown bag lunch will also be available. For volunteer or donation information call City Hall at 361-938-5223.
Freemasons Offer Scholarships
Yorktown and Nordheim 2026 graduating seniors planning to attend technical school or college are invited to apply for a scholarship from Yorktown’s Cameron Masonic Lodge. Education is a key factor in the future success of not only our community but the country as a whole. The Freemasons are pleased to be able to offer further educational assistance through the scholarship program. The deadline for applying is noon on Thursday, April 9. Students should contact their respective school counselors for more information.
Yorktown Western Days Association Scholarships
The Yorktown Western Days Association is excited to announce that applications are now open for sponsorship opportunities for graduating seniors at Yorktown and Nordheim High Schools.until April 16. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to receive support as they take the next step toward their future. Interested seniors may pick up application information from their school counselors. The Western Days Association is proud to invest in the success of our local youth and to give back to the community through this means. These scholarships are made possible through the generous support of our community and the continued success of Western Days events. Together, we are helping build a brighter future for the next generation.
Governor’s Small Business Summit
Cuero has been selected as one of just 15 cities in Texas to host the Governor’s Small Business Summit. It will be April 16, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building. This statewide event will bring entrepreneurs, business owners, and federal resource partners together right here in our community. This summit is built to support small businesses at every stage. Expect valuable breakout sessions, direct access to trusted partners, practical tools you can use immediately, lunch included, and complimentary headshots. $20 fee; to register visit https://gov.texas.gov/ busines s/ event/gove rnors- small-business-summit- cuero
Bingo, Bags and Badges
The Gonzales Regional Children’s Advocacy Center serving Gonzales, Lavaca and DeW.itt Counties will host Bingo, Bags and Badges Fundraiser at J.B Wells Expo Center in Gonzales Friday, April 17, 6 to 9 p.m. $50 perperson or $500 per table. Cash Bar and Silent Auction. Visit www.normashouse.net for information.
Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Scholarships
Yorktown Chamber of Commerce scholarship applications are available at the Yorktown High School office or the Chamber office at 141 S. Riedel Street. Deadline is May 1 at 5 p.m.
Library/Crown Hospice 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.
AA Meetings
AA meets every Monday and Friday night at 7 p.m. at the Cuero Public Library.
Unity Prayer
Unity prayer every third Monday of the month at Cuero Library from 5:45- 6:45 p.m. For more information call 361-243-8684 or 361243-1141
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.
Grief Share
Grief Share Sessions will once again be offered here in Yorktown at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 401 E Main St.Tuesdays at 6 p.m. If you have any questions please feel free to call either Valda Lamprecht at (361)649-7812 or Rosa Serrano at (361)564-8208.
Senior Coffee Hour & Social
Wednesdays at 10 a.m., the 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.
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 361-293-5576.
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 361-4858090.
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://ancome
