Community Calendar

BLOOD DRIVE

First United Methodist Church, Liberty, along with Life Share Blood Centers, will be hosting our first blood drive of 2024 on Thursday, March 14, from 3 to 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall, 539 Main Street, Liberty. Anyone who has not donated whole blood in the last 56 days or double red cells in the last 112 days is eligible. By donating blood, you are truly giving the gift of life. If you have any questions, contact Tom Richert at 336-6828 or 936-346-4575.

ROCK N RIDE

Want to ride a 26 or 52-mile route through the Sam Houston National Forest and enjoy tacos and beer at the finish line with live music from Tomfoolery, an Americana string band playing your favorite tunes? Of course, you do! Please arrive at 203 N. College, Cleveland, on Saturday, March 16, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Check-in begins at 6 a.m. and the ride begins promptly at 7 a.m. The route begins and ends at the address above. The fee will be $55 per cyclist, for any other questions please contact the Greater Cleveland Chamber.

MT REAH FISH FRY

Mt Reah Missionary Baptist Church is hosting a Fish Fry Fundraiser & Black History Program on Saturday, March 16, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event is to support renovating the site where the Church and Masonic Hall resides in Clark, Texas (approximately 28 miles North of Liberty, Texas, off Hwy 146). Once renovated, the facilities will be utilized to educate the community and surrounding counties on the history of the Church, Masonic Hall and three cemeteries associated with Mt Reah Church (Nixon Smith, Simmons, and Clark Cemetery (aka “Beef Head”) and future advancements of the sites. The event will be held at the Community Corner at 317 Southline St in Cleveland.

REPUBLICAN WOMEN’S CLUB MEETING

The Liberty County Republican Women’s Club will meet on Tuesday, March 19 at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held at New Work Family Worship Center at 2512 Grand Ave., Liberty.

27 DRESSES PROJECT

The 27 Dresses Project will host its annual Dress Sale on Friday, March 22, from 5 to 8 p.m. by appointment, and Saturday, March 23, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. to the public at the First United Methodist Church of Liberty. This will take place at 539 Main St, Liberty.

BREAKFAST WITH THE BUNNY

On Saturday, March 23, Calvary Baptist Church of Dayton will host Breakfast with the Bunny from 8:30–10:30 a.m. It is a free event and open to all.

We welcome folks to come and play games, eat breakfast, and grab a selfie with the Bunny! Calvary Baptist is located at 4031 FM 1960 in Dayton. Call Pastor Ken Davis at 832-643-5828 for more information.

FLB EASTER EGG HUNT

Join First Liberty Bank for the 3rd Annual Free Easter Egg Hunt at the War Memorial Stadium located at 902 Bowie St, Liberty. There will be over twenty thousand eggs, games, prizes, food, and snow cones! Take your chance at finding one of the golden eggs to win a prize. Games and events start at 9 a.m. Egg hunting at 10 a.m. For further information, please contact First Liberty Bank.

GOLF TOURNAMENT

The Liberty Lady Panthers Volleyball team is hosting a Golf Tournament Fundraiser on Saturday, March 23, at the Liberty Municipal Golf Course. Proceeds will be used to support the volleyball program, like housing for the Wimberley Tournament in the fall, snacks, gear for all volleyball teams, and much more. There will be lunch and an auction following. For more information or to sponsor, email rlfisbeck@libertyisd.net.

RAYWOOD’S BIG EASTER GIVEAWAY

Join Doris Lang Ministries for a big Easter giveaway at the Old School Gymnasium in Raywood on Saturday, March 23, from noon to 1 p.m. There will be signs directing guests to the event. A limited supply of free Easter gift baskets will be given to registered individuals. A free bag of groceries is available, limiting it to one bag per household. Children ages 3 to 13 will receive a free Easter egg treat bag. There will also be a Sunday School skit and door prizes. An adult must accompany all children to receive their gifts. All gift items and groceries will be distributed at the event only. First come, first served. To pre-register as required, call 512-762-2610.

BAKELESS BAKE SALE

The Friends of the Library are hosting their Bakeless Bake Sale on March 24 and 25 during the Liberty Jubilee. Donations of any amount may be mailed to Beverly Davis at 1711 Webster Street, Liberty, dropped in the mail slot at her front door, or dropped off at the library. Make checks out to the Friends of the Library. Donations will be accepted now through March 31. All money goes to the library for activities, such as the Summer Reading Program, and supplies that may be needed throughout the year. The Annual Book Sale will take place on the library’s second floor on March 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and March 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 a.m. during the Jubilee.

IT’S AN EGG HUNT!

Swing by Liberty Municipal Library March 27 at 11 a.m.! To celebrate the arrival of spring we will be sharing an egg-cellent story with the Easter Bunny and then we will be hosting an egg hunt for area children. The Easter Bunny will pose for pictures at the conclusion of the event.

Candy-filled eggs will be hidden across the back park of the library for little ones to seek, and three lucky searchers will discover special eggs which they can turn into the circulation desk for a free Easter basket filled with toys and candy.

This event is free and all area children are invited to attend.

The library is located at 1710 Sam Houston Street in Liberty. Hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Friday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, please call the library at 936-336-8901.

TASTE OF CLEVELAND

Join the Greater Cleveland Chamber for Taste of Cleveland as they celebrate diners and drive-ins while enjoying foods that bring back memories on Wednesday, April 24, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will take place at the Cleveland Civic Center, 210 Peach Ave., Cleveland. This unique business expo welcomes businesses of all kinds (not just restaurants) to set up a booth and serve 200+ sample-size servings to attendees. Attendees will get a plate at the entrance and then set out on an adventure around the ballroom to get a “taste” of each business. They will also receive a bingo card that will be filled by visiting the exclusive bingo booths. Once completed, they are entered to win a fantastic prize. Regular booths are $30 (limited to 40), and bingo booths are $85 (limited to 14) and are offered to past bingo booths first, then a waiting list. Prepaid tickets will be $10, walk-ins will be $15. For further information, contact the Greater Cleveland Chamber.

GIRLS JUST WANNA HAVE FUN – 80’S LADIES NIGHT

The Dayton Chamber of Commerce will host an 80’s themed ladies’ night on Friday, April 26, from 7 to 11 p.m. for a night full of fun to support women in business. This will take place at 801 S. Cleveland Street, Dayton. Individual tickets will be sold for $75, tables of 10 will be $700, and vendor booth space (limited to 25 vendors) will be $50. Sponsorship opportunities are available, contact the chamber for further information. There will be a dance party, food and drinks, door prizes, and so much more, you don’t want to miss it! A portion of the proceeds raised will be used to further encourage and help maintain a strong successful business climate for Women Owned Businesses and Women Entrepreneurs in Dayton and Liberty County. For further information, please contact the Dayton Chamber of Commerce.

MT. CALVARY CLOTHING DRIVE

Mt. Calvary Baptist Church is taking donations of student-size/style clothes for their annual back-to-school giveaway in July. They no longer give away adult clothes or household items but are returning to their program’s original intent. For more information, call 936-346-6244.

COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR

The City of Liberty has Coffee with the Mayor on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 a.m. in council chambers.

HARDIN ATHLETICS FUNDRAISER

The Hardin Athletic Booster Club is hosting a gun raffle with a winner every week for 52 weeks. Tickets are $50 each, and only 1000 tickets are sold. You must be 21 or over to enter. Tickets can be purchased from any athletic booster club member or the HABC Facebook page. For more information, please email hardinathletic@gmail.com.

COFFEE WITH CLEVELAND MAYOR

Join the Mayor of Cleveland on the first Thursday of each month from 9–10 a.m. for a coffee and one-on-one conversation at The Crossing Coffee Shop at 125 N. San Jacinto Avenue in Cleveland, TX.

POPCORN FRIDAY

The Dayton Chamber of Commerce at 801 S. Cleveland St, Dayton, Texas, hosts a Popcorn Friday each week from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Stop by and meet your chamber staff while grabbing some free popcorn.

CONVERSATIONS & BREAKFAST

Pastor Ken Davis from Calvary Baptist Church in Dayton invites everyone to talk to him or pray with him on Friday mornings from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. at McDonald’s. You bring the conversation, and he buys the breakfast. You are also more than welcome to send him a Facebook message to leave a prayer request for him.

SENIOR LUNCHEON

Every Tuesday-Friday at the Dayton Community Center, a free senior luncheon will be held from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. All are sponsored by Grace Initiative, Dayton’s Meals On Wheels. Call 936-258-6630 to sign up for a meal.

YARN CLUB

Every Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Yarn Club meets at the Dayton Community Center. There will be crocheting, quilting, knitting, cross stitch, embroidery, and almost anything you can think of with yarn! Call a Yarn Club member with questions at 281-385-5398.

INSIDE WALKING

Monday-Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., walk the inside air-conditioned hallway square/track (463 ft/0.088 miles) at the Dayton Community Center, 801 S Cleveland St.

SIT & BE FIT

There will be an indoor Senior Workout Class every Monday and Thursday, 12:30–1:15 p.m., at the Dayton Community, 801 S Cleveland St. For more information, call 936-258-6630.

SENIOR BREAKFAST

On the third Monday of every month, a Senior Breakfast will be held at the Dayton Community Center at 10 a.m. Donations are welcomed. Thrif-tee Food Center will sponsor the breakfast.

SENIOR BINGO

After lunch, Senior Bingo will be on Wednesday and Friday at the Dayton Community Center. It is free for all seniors. For more information, call 936-258-6630 or email communitycenter@daytontx.org.

SENIOR POTLUCK

The Dayton Community Center will host a Senior Potluck in the Senior Center on the third Thursday of every month. Bring a covered dish. For more information, contact 936-258-6630.

DOMINOS

The City of Dayton will host Dominos 42 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Dayton Senior Center. If you are not into “42,” then bring some friends. There will be plenty of cards and dominos at the Senior Center. You can start a new group!

ALCOHOL CHEMICAL TREATMENT SERIES

A.C.T.S. is now being offered in Liberty by a trained, program-certified instructor. These classes will satisfy court orders and/or personal growth desires. Mondays at 7 p.m. at New Life UPC 2510 Jefferson. For additional information, call David Darbonne at 713-502-5685

ENCOUNTER THE BLESSINGS!

Join us on Sundays at 9 a.m. and Wednesdays at 7 p.m. to experience the move of God. Children’s Church, Youth and nursery provided. You can meet us at 1610 FM 2830 South in Raywood across from the airport (713-562-4447). It’s not Church as usual!

HARDIN SENIOR CITIZENS

The Hardin Senior Citizens meet at the Hardin Community Center each week, Tuesday- Friday. The center opens at 8:30 a.m. for anyone wanting a little breakfast at no charge or just to swing in to visit; for more information or to reserve your lunch, call 936-298-3107. The Hardin Community Center is located at 414 CR 2010 in Hardin.

DAYTON OLD SCHOOL MUSEUM

The Dayton Old School Museum is open to the public from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. The museum is located at 111 W. Houston St. in Dayton.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

The Family Church in Hardin hosts Celebrate Recovery, a weekly class every Friday at 7 p.m. If you know someone who needs this class, please share this information with them. This is a Bible-based recovery program for alcohol, drugs, codependency, anger management, etc. The Family Church is at 9456 HWY 146 N in Hardin, Texas.

DAYTON FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Friday at 111 N Church St. in Dayton.

AMES CITY COUNCIL MEETING

As the city’s legislative branch of the City of Ames government, the City Council holds open public meetings where local laws, policies, and fundamental decisions are discussed and decided. City Council members are elected at large.

Notice for all public meetings and agendas are posted before the meeting. Minutes are posted after meetings have concluded.

CLEVELAND COUNCIL MEETING

Third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers.

907 E. Houston St. Cleveland, TX 77327

DAYTON CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Regular Meetings. 3rd Monday of every month; 6 p.m.; City Hall Council Chambers 801 S. Cleveland St. Dayton, TX 77535.

LIBERTY CITY COUNCIL MEETING

All members are elected at large. The regularly called meetings of the Liberty City Council are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. Special called meetings are typically held on the fourth Tuesday of each month; however, meetings may be reached at any time to conduct necessary business.

PLUM GROVE CITY COUNCIL MEETING

Second Monday of each month Meetings start at 7 p.m. at City Hall.

Due to special circumstances, the start time and date of the council meeting may be adjusted. Check the Calendar for the actual time and place.