DeWitt/LaVaca County Democratic Women
The DeWitt/LaVaca County Democratic Women will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, June 2, at its new headquarters in Cuero at 210 N. Esplanade next to Rosie’s Mexican restaurant in Cuero. The meet and greet starts at 5 p.m. and the meeting begins at 5:30 p.m.. All are invited. Come celebrate Democrats’ past and future success. For more information contact [email protected]
Cuero Library Summer Reading Challenge
Cuero Municipal Library is hosting a summer reading challenge to inspire residents of all ages to read all summer long. It starts with a summer kick-off party to pick up reading logs and punch cards June 5. Patrons are encouraged to read all summer for prizes. Logs and punch cards will be turned in July 24.
Annual Crops Tour
The DeWitt County Crops Committee will be hosting their annual Crops Tour on Tuesday, June 9. The program will begin at 3 p.m. at the Gruenau Hall, eight miles north of Yorktown off FM 108. Registration will be between 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Following the Tour Stops the program will conclude with supper back at the Gruenau Hall.
Brunch Buddies & Bingo
Seniors 55 and older are invited to Brunch Buddies and Bingo on Thursday, June 11 from 10:30 a.m. to noon in the Education Room at Cuero Regional Hospital. Seniors will enjoy a free meal, healthcare presentation, and a few games of bingo with prizes! RSVP’s are required and open to the first 50 seniors only. Call the hospital at 361-2756191 or email [email protected] to get your name on the list to attend.
Girls Night Out!
5D Tavern will host Girls Night Out featuring music and Bingo free to play June 11 at 8 p.m. Win prizes, sing, dance and have fun. Hosted by Shane and Renee.
Father’s Day Celebration
The Evthing will host “Penchant for Pinups” Sunday, June 21, 12-3 p.m., in celebration of Father’s Day with live music. 511 E. Broadway in Cuero.
Savor the Flavor
The Cuero Chamber of Commerce is excited to welcome back “Savor the Flavor,” a signature community event celebrating local food, style, and the businesses that make Cuero unique. This year’s event will take place Thursday, June 25, at the Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building, located at 501 Martin Luther King Jr. Dr.
Stars & Stripes Summer Social
Enjoy a celebration of America’s 250th Anniversary at Yorktown City Park Saturday, June 27, 5 to 10 p.m. It will start with the National Anthem and Pledge of Allegiance under the park’s oak tree at 5 p.m. There will be a Patriotic Parade to include pets, wagons and bikes at 5:30 p.m., pie and dessert contest at 6 p.m., salsa and appetizer contest at 6 p.m. and homemade ice cream contest at 6:30 p.m. Other features will be a pet photo contest, live music, foam party, youth truck and car show and hot dogs and food trucks. Call 361-564-2661 for information.
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-county-archives@ dwcotx.org Or call Peggy Ledbetter: 361-648-0003.
America’s 250th Birthday Parade
The Cuero Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a 250th Birthday Parade for America with floats, golf carts and cars for family and friends Saturday, July 4, at 4 p.m. It will travel up Main Street to City Park. Lineup begins at 3 p.m.
Vacation Bible School
If you want your child to understand the Bible, Yorktown First Baptist Church will be holding its Bible Alive 2026 (VBS) July 6-10 from 9 a.m. to noon. We'll be studying the Kings and Prophets after King Solomon. Snacks and materials will be provided. All children who have finished kindergarten through 5th grade are welcome to attend. Cost: free. Fbcyorktown. org to register online or call 361-5636004.
Sip & Play Game Night
The DeWitt Medical Foundation will host Sip & Play Game Night on Friday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m. at The Venue on Church Street. Guests will enjoy an evening of Catch the Queen, Twisted Bingo, and High Stakes Heads or Tails, dinner, prizes, and cash bar, all benefiting Cuero Regional Hospital. Individual tickets are $40, and reserved tables are available. For tickets or table reservations, call 361-524-6103 or email nlantz@cuerohospital. org
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)6497812 or Rosa Serrano at (361)564-8208.
Library/Crown Hospice Senior Coffee Hour & Social
Crown Hospice is holding a Senior Social Hour at the Yorktown Public Library on the 1st Tuesday 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.
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 361-5642252 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 361-5647868.
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 [email protected].
