Vacation Bible School

Huntsville Church of Christ

Huntsville Church of Christ will conduct Vacation Bible School from 6 to 8 p.m. June 9-12 for children age 3 to those entering sixth grade. The theme is “Athens: Paul's Dangerous Journey to Share the Truth.” Family participation is encouraged. The church is located at 3737 Highway 30 W. For more info or to register, call (936) 295-3884 or visit www.huntsvillecoc.com.

Announcements

Summer Teen Programming at the Library

Huntsville Public Library will present teen programming, specifically designed for 13-18 year olds on from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. every other Thursday.  Once a month, special teen events will be offered including bi-weekly game nights, and weekly Dungeons & Dragon’s tournaments, all based on the Summer Reading Program theme, “Ground Breaking Reads.”  Teens are also invited to register for the Texas Reading Club beginning Monday, June 10 and ending Monday, July 29.  Prizes include local business coupons, USBs, as well as opportunities to win bikes, book sets, e-Readers and more.  For more information call Janelle Valera, Children’s Coordinator at (936) 291-5910 or visit the Huntsville Public Library website myhuntsvillelibrary.com.

Texas Reading Club at the Library

The Huntsville Public Library will host the annual Texas Reading Club from Monday, June 10 through Monday, July 29 with continuous registration. The summer 2013 theme is “Dig into Reading.” This program is complimentary and open to children from birth to age 18.  Participants will receive a book donated by the Kiwanis Club at registration (while supplies last), in addition to a complete schedule of activities and information regarding how to win prizes for reading.  Prize coupons have been generously donated by various local businesses. The Texas Reading Club also includes free programs for all ages such as Tuesday Family Programs, Wednesday Story Hours, and Thursday Teen Events. Special performances will also occur on some Fridays and Saturdays.  For more information call Janelle Valera at (936) 291-5910 or visit the library website, myhuntsvillelibrary.com.

FUMC Computer Class

First United Methodist Church will offer a free course in the ‘Orientation and Navigation of Windows 8’ beginning at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 4 and meeting every subsequent Tuesday for seven weeks.  The cost of te class is $15.00, which purchases an informative student manual.   At the conclusion of the course you will know the various new aspects of Windows 8 and how to navigate through them.  Courses are ‘hands on’ with computer access available for each participant. To register, contact Rev. Ellen Willett at (936) 295-5441.

Crawfest Tickets on Sale

Tickets are on sale now for the eighth annual SAAFE House Crawfest,  scheduled for 6 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at the Walker County Fairgrounds. Tickets are $25 per person or $200 for tables of eight.  Sponsorships start at $500, and for those sponsors contributing $1,200 and up, there are some extra perks, including the feast served to their table for all their guests.  A major component of this fundraising evening is the auction portion of the event.  Donations of goods and services are needed at this time. To make your reservations, donate to the auction or for more information, contact Dee at (936) 291-3529 or deverett@saafehouse.org or stop by the SAAFE House office at 1426 Sam Houston Ave. at the corner of 15th Street and Sam Ave. Each dollar raised benefits SAAFE House, which provides free services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. 

 

Huntsville Pentecostal Church Revival

Huntsville Pentecostal Church will hold a revival at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 16, through Sunday, May 19, and Thursday, May 23, through Sunday, May 26, off Highway 75 South across from the Goree Unit.  Singing and preaching will be in both Spanish and English.

Appraisal Review Board Accepting Applicants

The Walker County Appraisal District Board of Directors is accepting applications for Appraisal Review Board members. If you are interested in serving on the Appraisal Review Board, you can pick up an application at the Walker County Appraisal District located at 1819 Sycamore, or by accessing the Walker CAD website at walkercountyappraisal.com For more information, contact the Walker County Appraisal District at (936) 295-0402 or via e-mail at wcad@sbcglobal.net

Rita B. Huff Garage Sale Donations

The Rita B. Huff Animal Shelter is now accepting donated items for its annual garage sale to be held on June 15 and 16.

Everything that works is acceptable though no old TVs or computers, please. Call Nelda at (936) 439-5455 or the shelter at (936) 295-4666 for pick-up or drop-off arrangements. Volunteers are needed to help pick up items. If you are interested, call Nelda at (936) 439-5455.

Outdoor Explorer Classes

The Huntsville State Park will offer basic safety for biking, hiking, and kayaking. Enjoy the rest of your afternoon by exploring the State Park with bikes, and kayaks provided for you. Class sizes are limited to 20 and pre-registration is required. Program are scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 25, June 22, July 27, Aug. 24, and Sept. 28. Participants 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Entry fees to the park are $5 for adults and ages 12 and under are free. For more information or to register call (936) 294-5725 or visit http://www.huntsvilletx.gov/departments/community_services/recreation.htm.

Friday

Walker County Retired Teachers

The Walker County Retired Teachers will be having its final meeting for the 2012-1013 year at 11 a.m. Friday, May 17, at 11 a.m. at the First Christian Church, 1800 Ave. R. It will include a potluck luncheon for members and any retired teachers or school staff interested in joining. Bring your dish and become informed about the latest happenings in the Legislature for school system retirees.

Widows and Widowers Support Group

A support group for widows and widowers will hold its first meeting at 4 p.m. Friday, May 17, at the Carriage Inn rec room, 2805 Lake Road, Huntsville.  For information contact Gina at (936) 577-8434 or Christi at (713) 499-9057.

Sons of Confederate Veterans Meeting

The monthly meeting of The Captain James Gillaspie, Sons of Confederate Veterans, Camp 226 will be held at 6 p.m. Friday, May 17, at 1029 12th street. This month’s speaker will be Jerry McGinty Sr., Commander of Camp 226. He will be speaking at 6:45 p.m. on the book White Slaves: The Forgotten History of Britain's White Slaves in America. Upcoming events will also be discussed. The public is invited to hear Mr. McGinty speak. For more information on the meeting call (936) 293-8666.

Livingston Trade Days

Livingston Trade Days will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 17 and Saturday, May 18 and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 19. Trade Days is open year-round on the Friday through Sunday before the third Monday of each month at Pedigo Park, 925 US Highway 59 Bypass North in Livingston. For more information, call Stacy Edwards or Toni Fuller at (877) 824-6653 or email livingstontradedays@livingston.net.

Saturday

Huntsville Downtown Farmer’s Market

The Huntsville Downtown Farmer’s Market will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. The market will be open every Saturday this summer on University Avenue between 11th and 12th Street across from the Cabin on the Square. For more information or to become a vendor, please contact Kim at (936) 291-5920 or visit www.huntsvillemainstreet.com.

Walker County Farmers Market

The Walker County Farmer’s Market will be open from 8 a.m. until sell-out on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the parking lot of West Hill Mall. The market will stay open through the end of the growing season. For more information, call Pete Morris at (936) 874-2772.

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Tractor Supply Pet Care Day

The Tractor Supply Company will host a pet adoption and care day from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Mat 18, in the Tractor Supply parking lot. Houston SPCA will provide mobile horse, cat and dog adoptions. Legacy Ranch, a no-kill shelter, will also be attending with dog and puppy adoptions. Free flea and tick baths will be given to dogs and a mobile vet will be on site to give vaccinations.

FBC Children’s Water Party

First Baptist Church will hold “First Kids” water party from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, May 18, at  at 1229 Ave. J. Children ages 5 through 12 are asked to bring a towel and wear water friendly clothes. Parents are encouraged to stay. A light lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m. For more information, contact the church office at (936) 291-3441.

New Waverly Library Spring Fling

The New Waverly Public Library will hold its first Spring Fling from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18. The event will feature several carnival-like games to play, a raffle and silent auction. Raffle prizes include Sonic gift cards and Half Price Book gift cards. Silent Auction items include private wine tastings, an American Girl Doll and Dallas Cowboys autographed photo. Game tickets are 25 cents each and raffle tickets are $1. each or six tickets for $5. All proceeds will go the library's children's and teen programs.

Armed Forces Day Fish Fry

VFW Post 6899 will celebrate Armed Forces Day with a fish fry from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at 400 West Caroline Street, Trinity, TX. Plates will cost $10 and include catfish, hush puppies, French fries, beans, coleslaw and dessert. Proceeds will support the veterans and youth of Trinity County. For more information call (936) 594-9467 or email vfwpost6899@windstream.net.

Walker County Genealogical Society

The Walker County Genealogical Society will meet at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 18, in the Community Room of the Huntsville Public Library. President Beth Williamson will present a program on “The State of the Society.” Anyone interested in finding out more about his or her ancestors is encouraged to attend. The Huntsville Public Library is now an affiliate of the LDS Church in Salt Lake City, Utah. There are millions of records on microfilm and microfiche. You can order copies of the microforms from Salt Lake City through the library and read them on the new microform reader in the library only.

HHS Class of 1947 Reunion

The Huntsville High School Class of 1947 will hold its 66th class reunion Saturday, May 18, at the Farmhouse Cafe in Huntsville.

Graduation Celebration for Class of 2013

A graduation celebration honoring the Class of 2013 will be held at 3 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Randall Ballpark. The event features a softball game of Seniors 2013 against senior citizens and free food and drinks. All are welcome.

Thoreau Woods Coffeehouse Anniversary Concert

The Thoreau Woods Coffeehouse Third Anniversary Concert will be held Saturday, May 18 at 7 p.m. Ken Gaines and Wayne Wilkerson with Rhonda Roberts will be opening. Suggested donations are $15 and $10 for students/seniors. Coffee and desserts will be for sale. The concert will be at 144 E. Mosley Lane in Huntsville. For more information visit website http://www.twuuc.org/Coffeehouse.html or call (936) 661-6332.

Sunday

Thessalonia MBC Family and Friends Day

Thessalonia Missionary Baptist Church will host it’s annual Family and Friends Day Service at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 19. Piligrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church’s  Reverend Blackshear and congregation will be the guest. All are invited to attend.

Ministry of Light Baptist Church Anniversary

The Ministry of Light Baptist Church will celebrate the second anniversary of Rev. and Mrs. Tommy Lee Manuel at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 19, at the Katie and Don Walker Cultural Center, 1402 19th Street. Rev. Willard Allen of First Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist Church, Houston, TX will be the guest speaker. For more information call Mrs. Yvonne Bailey at (936) 295-4847 or Mrs. Earline Irving at (936) 435-0155.

Monday

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Historical Commission Meeting

The Walker County Historical Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday, May 20, at the Gibbs Powell House, 1228 Eleventh Street.  As part of May Preservation Month, Beverly Hansen will present on Endangered Historic Properties in Walker County, followed by a short business meeting. 

Celebration Women's Ministry Meeting

Celebration Women’s Ministry will meet at 6 p.m. Monday, May 20, in the First United Methodist Church Social Hall. Following a light meal, and praise and worship, speaker Yvette Shorten will present the evening’s message, “Transferring Fear to Fulfill God’s Purposes.” The Scripture lesson will come from Matthew 26:39 and Psalm 91:2. Child care is provided for children. There is no charge for the meeting or child care and all women are welcome.

Sam Houston Tea Party Hosts Barbara Cargill

Sam Houston Tea Party will meet from 6:30 p.m to 8 p.m. Monday, May 20, at the Veterans Conference Center, 455 State Hwy. 75 North.  In a continuation of the review of Huntsville ISD's use of CSCOPE materials, the speaker will be Barbara Cargill, Chair of the State Board of Education.  She will discuss the SBOE's involvement in reviewing the CSCOPE social studies materials and an update on parental access to CSCOPE lessons.  Mrs. Cargill will also discuss current legislative actions regarding the Education Service Centers, school funding, state testing and graduation standards.  Attendees will also be able to meet Craig McMichael, a candidate for the District 8 U.S. House of Representatives. For more information visit www.samhoustonteaparty.com

Tuesday

Kiwanis Club Meeting

The Huntsville Kiwanis Club will meet at noon Tuesday, May 21, at the Golden Corral, located at 2050 11th St.  Join them for lunch if you are interested in helping the children and youth of Walker County, as well as fellowship with other Kiwanians.  If you would like additional information, contact Bryan at (936) 577-4424  or email huntsvillekiwanis@gmail.com.

HISD Spring Art Show

The HISD Spring Art Show will be on display through Tuesday, May 21, at the West Hill Mall. There will be a reception from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21.

Golf Fitness Program

Huntsville Memorial Hospital and athletic trainer Scott McClatchey will hold a discussion on Golf Fitness at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, in the new HMH Center for Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine, located at 125 Medical Park Lane. All attendees will receive a $50 coupon off for the HMH Golf Performance Program. Make reservations at (936) 291-4599.

Wednesday

Story Hour at the Library

The Huntsville Public Library hosts Story Hour every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at the library. This complimentary program promotes emergent reading skills for young children. Story Hour includes stories, songs, dance and finger plays and concludes with a craft activity. The theme for May 22 will be “Campfire Tales” with activities focused around camping and outdoors adventures. For more information visit the library’s website at myhuntsvillelibrary.com or call the library at (936)291-5472.

Thursday

KOC Chicken Fried Steak Dinner

The Knights of Columbus will hold its annual chicken fried steak diner, benefitting the HEARTS Veterans Museum, from 5 p.m. ot 7 p.m. Thursday, May 23, at the Veterans Conference Center. The tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for children. For more information call the Museum at (936) 295-5959.

Saturday, May 25

Huntsville Downtown Farmer’s Market

The Huntsville Downtown Farmer’s Market will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. The market will be open every Saturday this summer on University Avenue between 11th and 12th Street across from the Cabin on the Square. For more information or to become a vendor, please contact Kim at (936) 291-5920 or visit www.huntsvillemainstreet.com.

Walker County Farmers Market

The Walker County Farmer’s Market will be open from 8 a.m. until sell-out on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the parking lot of West Hill Mall. The market will stay open through the end of the growing season. For more information, call Pete Morris at (936) 874-2772.

Prison City Boneshakers

The Boys 16 and Under Basketball Team, Prison City Boneshakers, will hold a fundraising steak dinner sale Saturday, May 25, at EZ Pawn, 1707 11th St. The menu consists of a rib-eye dinner with green beans, potato salad, or corn and a roll for $10; chopped beef, chips and a drink for $6; and a link sandwich, chips and a drink for $6. For the steak dinner give one hour advance notice and thirty minutes notice for all other orders by calling (936) 650-9032.

Monday, May 27

American Legion Veteran Tribute

C.M. Joslin American Legion Post & Auxiliary Unit # 618 will pay tribute to our Veterans at 10 a.m. Monday, May 27, at the Post on Hwy 1097 E.  For more information call (936) 856-5224.

HEARTS Memorial Day Service

A Memorial Day service will be held at 7 p.m. Monday, May 27, at the Veterans Conference Center next to the HEARTS Museum. The service honors those who paid the ultimate sacrifice as well as retired and active military personnel. The key note speaker will be Jerry Patterson, State Land Commissioner, with music provided by the Huntsville Men’s Choir and the Greater Zion Baptist Choir. The public is welcome and admission is free. For more information call (936) 295- 5959.

Wednesday, May 29

Walker County Farmers Market

The Walker County Farmer’s Market will be open from 8 a.m. until sell-out on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the parking lot of West Hill Mall. The market will stay open through the end of the growing season. For more information, call Pete Morris at (936) 874-2772.

Story Hour at the Library

The Huntsville Public Library hosts Story Hour every Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. at the library. This complimentary program promotes emergent reading skills for young children. Story Hour includes stories, songs, dance and finger plays and concludes with a craft activity. The theme for May 29th will be “Sizzlin’ Summer Stories” with activities celebrating the start of summer.  For more information visit the library’s website at myhuntsvillelibrary.com or call the library at (936) 291-5472.

Thursday, May 30

Walker County Beekeepers Meeting

The Walker County Area Beekeepers Association will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 30, at the county extension office at 102 Tam Road. This month’s speaker is Juliana Rangel, assistant professor of Agriculture, Department of Entomology at Texas A&M University. She will be discussing queen bee health. All are welcome to attend.

Saturday, June 1

Huntsville Downtown Farmer’s Market

The Huntsville Downtown Farmer’s Market will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. The market will be open every Saturday this summer on University Avenue between 11th and 12th Street across from the Cabin on the Square. For more information or to become a vendor, please contact Kim at (936) 291-5920 or visit www.huntsvillemainstreet.com.

Walker County Farmers Market

The Walker County Farmer’s Market will be open from 8 a.m. until sell-out on Wednesdays and Saturdays in the parking lot of West Hill Mall. The market will stay open through the end of the growing season. For more information, call Pete Morris at (936) 874-2772.

Wynne Home Dimensions Exhibit and Photo Sale

The Dimensions exhibit will be held from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 1, at The Wynne Home Arts Center, 1428 11th St. “For the Love of the Horse,” a collection of eight gelatin silver prints signed by photographer Barbara Sloan, will be sold to benefit the Wynne Home.

Sunday, June 2

Pine Prairie Free Will Baptist Homecoming

Pine Prairie Free Will Baptist Church will hold its 101st Homecoming at 10 a.m. Sunday, June 2. The event will feature singing, a cemetery report, and a message by Brother Don Ellis. Attendees are invited to bring a covered dish to share.

Thursday, June 13

SAAFE House Crawfest

The SAAFE House will host its eight annual Crawfest at 6 p.m. Thursday, June 13, at the Walker County Fairgrounds. The meal includes Cajun crawfish, Tinsley’s chicken tenders and  rolls, corn and potatoes. Weisner Auto is the title sponsor of the event, which will feature silent and live auctions and live music entertainment. Tickets for the event are $25 per person or $200 for  tables of eight.  Sponsorships start at $500, and for those sponsors at $1,200 and up, there are some extra perks including the feast served to their table for all their guests. To make your reservations, donate to the auction or for more information, contact Dee at (936) 291-3529 or deverett@saafehouse.org or stop by the SAAFE House office at 1426 Sam Houston Ave. at the corner of 15th Street and Sam Ave.SAAFE House exists to help create a sexual assault & abuse free environment.