Around Town

November 28–30, 2025

Upper Zion Missionary Baptist Church (UZMBC) 163rd Homecoming Celebration

Friday, November 28, 2025

6:00 PM - Family & Friends Night: A warm and joyful gathering celebrating the fellowship that defines the Upper Zion family.

Saturday, November 29, 2025 6:00 PM - Homecoming Musical- An uplifting evening of praise featuring choirs, groups, and soloists.

Sunday, November 30, 2025 11:00 AM - Homecoming Worship Service- Rev. Stephen W. Johnson, Sr. will deliver his final Homecoming message as Pastor, marking a historic moment as the church honors more than two decades of faithful leadership by Pastor Johnson and First Lady Clara Johnson.

Saturday, Dec. 6

Deadline to donate to Toys for Kids! Drop-off locations include Walmart, Citizens State Bank, Cadence Bank, Dairy Queen, First National Bank-Hughes Spring, and Mill-

Saturday, Dec. 13

8 - 11 a.m. - Santa Visit at Rosebud’s beloved Hwy ers Market. (Call 254252-1822 for more information about this toy drive.)

Sunday, Dec. 7

4 p.m. – Christmas Concert at First Methodist Church of Marlin, 411 Coleman St., Marlin. Featuring Musicians: McFarland Strings and Singers, Daron Stone (pianist), Zachary Moore (pianist), Bruce Thompson (Bass), Hand Bells, Sue Patterson (organist)

Thursday, Dec. 11

1 - 5 p.m. - Christmas Open House: The World of Children exhibit at the Falls County Historical Museum (145 Heritage Row, Marlin, TX 76661)