CRH Blood Drive
Cuero Regional Hospital will host a blood drive for the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center in the Education Classroom on Thursday, April 16, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Anyone who is 16 years old, weighing 120 pounds (with parental consent form), or at least 17 years old weighing 110 pounds, and in good general health can donate blood. Donors must present photo ID, last four digits of their social security number and their birth date. Please visit SouthTexasBlood.org to make an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome. For questions regarding blood donations, contact South Texas Blood & Tissue at 210-7315590. For further information regarding location, please contact Kathy Simon at 361-275-6191.
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.
Healthy Kids Day
The Barbara Bauer Briggs Family YMCA is hosting the YMCA’s annual Healthy Kids Day on April 18, 9 a.m. to noon. This free, annual event features a variety of family- friendly activities to encourage healthy kids, healthy families and a healthy start to the summer season.
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
“Watch Me Grow”
Yorktown Elementary will host the “Watch Me Grow” PreK and Kindergarten Roundup Friday, April 17, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Students starting the 2026-27 school year and their families are invited to tour the school and meet teachers.
Bingo, Bags and Badges
The Gonzales Regional Children’s Advocacy Center serving Gonzales, Lavaca and DeWitt 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.
Swing for St. Michael’s
There will be a golf tournament benefiting St. Michael’s Catholic School at Cuero Municipal Golf Course Friday, April 17. It will be a four-person scramble, 18-hole tournament. $400 per team. Register and pay at stmschoolcuero. org
Masonic Lodge Blood Drive
The Cuero Masonic Lodge is sponsoring a Blood Drive through the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center on April 18 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. It will be held in the parking lot of the Cuero Lube and Tire at 1000 Courthouse St. Parking will be available at the baseball park.
Cuero Boys & Girls Club Golf Tournament
There will be a golf tournament benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Cuero at Cuero Municipal Golf Course April 18. It will be a four-person scramble, 18hole tournament. $500 per team. Register and pay online at boysandgirlsclubofcuero. com
Schmidt Family Reunion
The event will take place at the VFW Hall in Yorktown April 19, starting at 11 a.m. Please bring a main dish, a side and a dessert. Drinks and flatware will be provided. For Bingo, bring a small prize. Call 210-288-0327 for information.
Earth Day Coloring Contest
Coloring books can be picked up from school teachers by students who are PreK through the 3rd grade for an Earth Day Coloring Contest through April 17. Winners to be announced April 20.
Cuero Lake Cleanup
Keep Cuero Beautiful is sponsoring a lake cleanup Tuesday, April 21. Supplies provided. Meet at park clubhouse at 5 p.m.
Earth Day Plant Swap
Earth Day Celebration April 22, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a plant to swap or come to get a plant if you don’t have one. Other giveaways and gardening demonstrations, plus recycling advice.
Ag Business Luncheon
The keynote speaker at the Ag Business Luncheon will be Brooklyn Clement, director of South Texas Economic and Energy Roundtable, along with Laramie Adams providing Texas Farm Bureau legislative updates, Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building, Wednesday, April 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Earth Day Celebration
Keep Cuero Beautiful is sponsoring a chance to win a galvanized steel raised garden bed or a nature smart birdhouse with a solar-powered camera. Winners will be chosen April 22. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. Purchase tickets at the Cuero Chamber of Commerce.
Victoria Crossroads ICA Chapter Meeting
Independent’s Cattlemen’s Association will meet at Aimee’s Bluebird Cafe, 1000 S. Esplanade St. in Cuero Thursday, April 23, at 6:30 p.m. Beef meal to be provided. RSVP 361-652-8014.
CHM Art Workshop
Artist Jose A. Ramirez will host a beginner- friendly Monotype Mixed Media Printmaking Workshop at the Cuero Heritage Museum on Friday, April 24, at 4 p.m. Participants will learn the complete process using alcohol and acrylic paints, and will take home their own original art. The $50 fee includes all materials. To register, visit the museum at 124 E. Church St. or call 361485-8090.
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.
Nordheim Market Days
Market Days will be celebrated by Nordheim Historical Museum on Broadway April 25 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nathan Colt Young will entertain from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. while visitors shop. Karoke Contest from 2 to 4 p.m. with a $10 entry fee and $50 prize. Music by Vicki Cross will close out the event.
4th Annual Touch Truck
Join Friends of DeWitt County Children for kids to touch, explore and climb on trucks at Cuero VFW Saturday, April 25, 9:30 a.m. to noon. 934 U.S. Hwy. 183 N in Cuero.
Westhoff Cemetery Decoration Day
The decorating will be done Sunday, April 26, starting at 2 p.m. (weather permitting) at the beautiful Westhoff Cemetery with a brief service by Rev. J.R. Putnam.
Immediately following, at 2:30 p.m. The Westhoff Cemetery Association Meeting will be held at St. John's Lutheran Parish Hall. All donations will be greatly appreciated.
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.
Lindenau Cemetery Decoration Day
Lindenau Cemetery will host a decoration celebration on Sunday, April 26. The cemetery business meeting will be at 10 a.m. following the worship service. Lunch will be served after the meeting in the Parish Hall. Bring your favorite dish or dessert.
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.
Cuero Car & Bike Show
There will be a car and bike show with a $500 prize for Best of Show at Cuero Municipal Park May 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors, food, People’s Choice and Bike Run to be featured.
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.
Yorktown Spring Feast
Gruenau Hall will be holding their spring feast on Sunday, May 3. Famous Gruenau sausage with sides will be served beginning at 10:30 a.m. for $15 either dine-in or drive-through. Musical guests will be Isaak Klaus and the Lederhosen Junkies from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Please call in additional sausage orders to Harlan (361) 9352360 or Ted (361) 2152272. Gruenau Hall is located at 1012 Gruenau Rd., Yorktown, Tx
Nordheim May Feast
The Nordheim Shooting Club May Feast Weekend will be May 15-17, featuring truck and tractor pulls, a chili and BBQ cookoff, craft booths, hamburgers, homemade ice cream and cold drinks. There will be a Saturday night dance with entertainment by Nathan Colt Young. A BBQ pork meal will be served for lunch Sunday, May 17, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plates are $15 for dine-in or dineout. Cash or checks only.
Art Exhibition by Jose A. Ramirez
“Abstraction Diversity,” a solo art exhibition by Jose A. Ramirez is on display through May 16, at Linocut Relief Printmaking, 124 E. Church St., in Cuero. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Chicken BBQ Fundraiser
Cuero American Legion Post 3 is having a Memorial Day Chicken BBQ fundraiser drive-through only May 30 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 310 Esplanade in Cuero. $15 donation for one whole chicken. Tickets available at DeWitt County Coop and Anders Auto.
Early Childhood Screening
Early childhood screening for Cuero, Meyersville, Nursery, and Westhoff ISD is available through Child Find through May 31. Early childhood intervention programs serve children with developmental delays and their families. Eligibility is determined through assessment by program staff. Those who wish to have their child evaluated may contact Crystal Hamilton at (361) 275-1900 ext 121 to schedule an appointment anytime in April and May.
