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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 attire encouraged but not required. 361564-2661.
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 be 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.
‘Stations of the Cross’
Holy Cross Catholic Church is sponsoring the observance of the “Stations of the Cross” at noon on Friday, April 3. The public is invited to join the Knights of Columbus as they lead us in a walk around the Yorktown City Park Sidewalks in meditation of the “Passion of Our Lord Jesus Christ.”
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.
Cuero Easter Egg Hunt
The City of Cuero Easter Egg Hunt for ages 0-10 will be in Municipal Park No. 1 Soccer Field Saturday, April 4. Pictures with the Easter Bunny start at 11 a.m., and the Easter Egg Hunt starts at noon.
Yorktown Easter Egg Hunt
Yorktown Chamber of Commerce will host the Community Wide Easter Egg Hunt In Yorktown City Park Saturday, March 28, at 10 a.m.
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.
Cornhole Tournament & Live Music
Nordheim Volunteer Fire Department will host a Cornhole Tournament and Live Music at the Nordheim Fire Department Friday, April 10. Registration is at 6 p.m., and there will be live music from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Cash prize and T-shirts for top team, food and drink available, and live music is by The Well Diggers. Registration is $20 per team.
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/business/event/governors- 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.
Arbor Day & Tree Dedication
The City of Cuero Tree Board will celebrate Arbor Day and Tree Dedication: H. Wayne Adickes at the corner of West Reuss and Indianola April 24 at 10 a.m. There will be a presentation by Rachel Sarlls of Texas A&M Forestry Service and Amber Fitts.
San Luis Catholic Church Annual ‘Jamaica’
San Luis Catholic Church in Yorktown will be hosting the annual Jamaica, Sunday, April 26, 502 E. 2nd St. Mass with a Mariachi Trio will begin at 8 a.m. Breakfast items will include menudo, breakfast tacos and baked goods will be available after Mass. Carne Guisada with rice, beans and tortillas will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $15 dine-in or to-go plates. Homemade tamales $15/dozen Other food booths and snacks will be available in the afternoon along with live entertainment and other activities, including performances by Los MisMos and Johnathan Guerrero, children’s activities, horseshoe and cornhole tournaments, Country Store, cake walk, bingo, silent auction, live auction and raffle.
Spring Feast
Garfield Hall will host a Spring Feast Sausage Supper and Free Texas Music Country Dance Friday, April 26, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dance music will be Polkas, Country and Western and Waltzes. The event is 11 miles west of Yorktown off Hwy. 119 between Yorktown and Gillett. Food to go tickets $12 for adults, $8 children.
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.
Pastor’s 20th Anniversary Celebration
Mt. Bethany Baptist Church will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Pastor Kelvin F. Washington’s service Sunday, May 3, at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Elwin B. Washington of Lake Charles, La. Traditional services will be at 11 a.m. 5 Pridgen St. in Cuero.
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.
