AROUND TOWN - Community Calendar

Thurs. May 7

(12 p.m.) The Sterling C. Robertson Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas will meet at the Lacy Lakeview Civic Center, 505 E. Craven Avenue, Waco, for its end of year picnic. This is an update from a previous location. This is an endof- year picnic and meeting where members are asked to bring their favorite dish and recipe. Our monthly program will be Republic of Texas in Texarkana with speaker, Matt Solomon of Texarkana Historic Preservation.

(6 p.m.) The public is invited to participate in the local observance of the National Day of Prayer at the County Courthouse (southside). Contact Pastor Deborah Raphael for more information at 254-315-5258.

Sat. May 23

(10 a.m. to 1 p.m.) HWY 77 Cafe presents its 4th Annual Car Show at 1101 US-77, Rosebud, TX! $10 per participant. Sponsors, judges, and categories to be announced soon. For more information and to register your vehicle, call 254-583-4444

(12 to 3 p.m.) Grand Opening of “Just-4-Fun” Social Loungeat367N.Hwy.inLott! Live music by Brian Davenport, Jypsy Sun and Cast Iron Shoes. Adult arcade games, pool table, holistic wellness, food, and fun, plus a menu of mocktails and alcohol-free drinks.

Friday - Saturday, July 3-4

The Smokin’ Rumble BBQ Cook-Off will be held in Rosebud, featuring barbecue competition and community activities.

Saturday, Oct. 31

Halloween on Main Street will take place in downtown Rosebud, offering a community celebration for families and children.

Saturday, Nov. 7

The annual 100+ Garage Sales event will be held throughout Rosebud, featuring communitywide yard and garage sales.

Friday, Dec. 4

The Christmas Parade will take place in Rosebud, bringing the community together for a holiday celebration.

6:00 to 7:00 p.m. every Tuesday - MA.A.RLIN TX Group, 12 Step Recovery Program. Meeting address is 929 Hwy 6, Marlin, Tx. Call or text 254-252-0126 with any questions.

5 to 6:45 p.m. every Sunday – AWANA Club at First Baptist Church, Marlin. Bible-centered program. for K–5th grade. Register at bcmarlin.com or at the door. Contact Pastor Chip Parmer at 325-203-3592.

7 p.m. every first Wednesday - Lodge meeting 3 p.m. every third Saturday – Voter Registration at Pauline and Jane Chilton Library, 400 Oaks St., Marlin. Sponsored by Citizens Empowerment Project.

8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fridays – MCC Kids College Friday, hands-on learning program for children. Info: mccandyou. com or 254-299-8888.