AROUND TOWN (Aug. 11, 2021)
Computer classes
Computer Classes continue at the Marlin Library on Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
Story Time
Children’s Story Time returns to the Marlin Library on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.
Retired Teachers
The Falls County Retired Teachers Association will meet at 11 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 12, at the BTW Alumni Building, 216 Falls St. This is the first in-person meeting since February 2020. The State theme for the 2021-22 year is “Family Reunion: Remembering the Past, Looking into the Future.” Texas Retired Teacher Association Membership includes anyone who is a recipient a TRS annuity and is not limited to teachers. For more information, call the local president, Elizabeth Richardson, at (979) 739-0219.
Juneteenth Club
The Juneteenth Club will meet at 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 12, at the Falconer- Stamps Community Center, 322 Durr St. For more information, call Hermetta Paul at (254) 661-9340.
BBQ Fundraiser
The Falconer- Stamps Community Center is sponsoring a BBQ Dinner fundraiser, Saturday, Aug. 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The menu will include BBQ chicken leg quarters, links, potato salad, baked beans and dessert. Ticket donation is $11. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used for building repairs and updates. Please note the event will be held at the BTW Alumni Building, 216 Falls. Street. For more info, contact Albert Manigo at (254) 495-5706.
Chamber Banquet
The Marlin Chamber of Commerce is planning its 109th Awards Banquet, 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021, at the Marlin Men’s Civic Center. Numerous local businesses and volunteers will receive recognitions for leadership and service. Tickets are $12 pre-sale and $15 at the door. Former Marlinite Hon. Mayor Jody Czajkoski of Conroe, TX will be the speaker. For ticket information, call (254) 424-1177 or (979) 739-0219.
Marlin Athletic
Boosters
Marlin Athletic Boosters will hold a turkey leg fundraiser on Aug. 21 at the Lucille Williams Pavilion from 10 a.m. until sold out. Cost is $10 per turkey leg.
BTW Alumni Marlin
Chapter
The BTW Alumni Association Marlin Chapter will meet Thursday, Aug. 26, 2021, at 6 p.m. at the Alumni Building, 216 Falls. Anyone who attended BTW or graduated from BTW are welcomed to attend. For more info, call (979) 739-0219.
Local Youth Program
Gospel Lighthouse Church invites all youths within the community to Foundation Youth, an hour and a half long time of games, food, fun, and fellowship. It takes place each Sunday evening from 5-6:30 p.m. at 1009 Live Oak in Marlin.
Veterans Assistance
Caritas of Waco Inc. will be in Marlin every first and third Monday of the month as part of their Veterans Case Management Program: Assistance For Veterans / Outreach. This will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 365 Coleman St, Marlin. For more information, call (254) 832-5971. To make an appointment please call Jason McCarty at (254) 640-0906. Dates subject to change due to holidays etc.
After School Program
The Boys & Girls Club of Falls County has an after school program that offers things such as homework help, health and life skills, and individual tutoring. It is $25 per child. The program takes place at Marlin Elementary School. For more information please call Donte Crump, Unit Director, at (254) 523-8735 or email dcrump@bgctx.org. www.bgctx.org/FallsCounty1
Lions Club meeting
Lions Club of Marlin will meet every second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 12 p.m. at the Chicken Place.