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.
Beach Bunco Fundraiser
Beach Bunco Fundraiser for Unica Vision Ministries will be at the First Baptist Church Yorktown gym April 24, at 6 p.m. It is a ministry in Guatemala that is spreading the gospel to the people around the Lake Aititlan area. It focuses on humanitarian needs like supplemental food, making beds, scholarships to send kids to school and much more all while telling the people about Jesus Christ. There is a $5 entry fee and a light meal will be served. There will be door prizes, BUNCO prizes and a Silent Auction. For more information or to make a donation you can contact Charlyn Speed at 361564-7748.
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. Karaoke 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.
Yorktown EMS Benefit
Saving Lives Bingo will be held at the DeWitt County Veterans Center Saturday, May 2, at 6 p.m. with doors opening at 5 p.m. The event will benefit Yorktown EMS. Food will be served by 5D Restaurant. Individual tickets are $25 and tables of eight are $175. Call Amy at 361-4911920 for information about reservations.
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.
Search for American Revolution Descendants
Do you have an ancestor who supported the American Revolution? Help us teach our children and grandchildren their history. On July 3-4, Dewitt County Historical Commission will be celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with patriotic events honoring ancestors who supported the cause for independence. Send us their names and stories to share in the programs. Email: dewitt- [email protected] Or call Peggy Ledbetter: 361-6480003.
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 5:456:45 p.m. For more information call 361-2438684 or 361-243-1141
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)5648208.
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 361-2751903 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 361-485-8090.
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://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 volunteer@mowstx. org.
