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WCYF Scholarship Applications Available

Attention graduating seniors! The Wharton County Youth Fair 2008 Scholarship applications are now available from your high school counselor. The applications will also be available for students to download from the WCYF Web site, whartoncountyyouthfair. org. Applications must be returned to the counselor's office on or before the deadline, which is Friday, Feb. 29. Applications will then be submitted to the Scholarship Committee for review, and applicants notified by mail of their interview time. Fair Office: 979-677- 3350.

TODAY, FEB. 13

AARP Meeting The El Campo AARP Chapter 1419 meets today at the El Campo Library. Lunch at noon and meeting at 1 p.m. Marilyn Sebesta is the guest speaker. Call 543-3514 for information.

'Pamper the Parent' Night The STAR Program and UCAP Program host a program for parents to come and get pampered today at the Boys & Girls Club, 713 N. Fahrenthold from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Come enjoy some time to yourself. Lots of surprises. You owe it to yourself, but you need to RSVP to Lupita at 979- 245-9231 ext. 7212. This program is funded by a grant from the Department of Family and Protective Services.

THURSDAY, FEB. 14

IMUD Board Meeting Rescheduled Due to a conflict in schedules, the Isaacson Municipal Utility District Board of Directors regular meeting, set for Thursday, Feb. 14 has been rescheduled to Tuesday, Feb. 19 at 6 p.m. at the IMUD office, located at 403 N. Liberty in El Campo. The IMUD office will be closed Monday, Feb. 18 in observance of President's Day.

FRIDAY, FEB. 15

Fiesta Hispaño Valentine's Day Dance Valentine's Dance sponsored by Fiesta Hispaño Americana will be held Friday, Feb. 15 from 8 p.m. until 1 a.m. at the KC Hall in Wharton. Entertainment provided by Power Mix DJ Jamie Compian. 10 and under will be free, tickets are $5 a person. For information call Teresa Mata at 979-533-0025. Kitchen will be open at 7 p.m.

UH-Victoria Lecture On Security Management The University of Houston-Victoria School of Arts and Sciences hosts a lecture on security management Tuesday, Feb. 26 from 5-7 p.m. at the UH System building in Sugar Land, 14000 University Blvd., Sugar Land. There will be food and door prizes. RSVP by Feb. 15 to 281- 275-3039.

SATURDAY, FEB. 16

Father/Daughter Valentine Dance Invitation is open to the community. Make plans now to attend the First United Methodist Church's Father/ Daughter Valentine Dance Saturday, Feb. 16 from 6:30- 8:30 p.m. at the church Fellowship Hall. Tickets are $25 for father-daughter or father-figure couple; tickets are $5 for each additional daughter. Fathers and daughters of all ages are invited to attend, and Sunday attire is suggested. There will be a dessert and appetizer buffet, and professional photo will be available. For tickets call Missy Cox at 543-1155 or Kim Wood or Michelle Wilson at the church office at 543-6426.

Babe Ruth League Registration Wharton Babe Ruth League Registration dates for players ages 13-18 are Saturday, Feb. 16 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 24 from 2-5 p.m. at the Wharton High School baseball field. New players must bring a copy of their birth certificate. Registration fee is $80. All forms are available to print at www.leaguelineup.com/whartonbrb. If interested in coaching or managing a team submit a letter of intent to the Wharton Babe Ruth Board. For information call Frank Reyna at 979-532-8441 or Jimmy Schulz at 532-1298 after 6 p.m.

SUNDAY, FEB. 17

MacDonald Singers At Faith Lutheran The MacDonald Singers, a gospel group from Pasadena, perform at Faith Lutheran Church Sunday, Feb. 17 at 6:30 p.m.

MONDAY, FEB. 18

Ricebird Band Boosters Meeting The Ricebird Band Boosters meet Monday, Feb. 18 at 6 p.m. at the El Campo High School Band Hall. Anyone interested in helping is invited to attend. For information call Leticia Mulford at 543-5334.

TUESDAY, FEB. 19

Baked Potato Dinner Benefits ACS There is still time to get your tickets for the baked potato dinner fundraiser benefiting the American Cancer Society. The dinner is Tuesday, Feb. 19 at Country Pride. Tickets are available at Mid Coast Clinic or Superior Auto Parts for $6.50 each. Potatoes come with all the trimmings including beef, and banana pudding for dessert.

Seniors/Parents Complete FAFSA Form There will be a representative from WCJC's guidance office available Tuesday, Feb. 19, and March 4 and 11 to answer questions and offer help to seniors and their parents in completing the FAFSA form. A sign-up sheet is in the guidance office and it will be necessary to sign up for a time slot. Bring all 2007 financial information including your 2007 income tax return. Call the guidance office at 543-2871.

DON'T FORGET

Houston/El Campo Hospice Program The Nada/Garwood Gadabouts present a program by the Houston/El Campo Hospice organization at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21 at St. Mary's Parish Hall in Nada. Featured speakers are Gloria Garza and Doris Major. A question and answer period follows the program. The Gadabouts invite the public to attend to learn more about the service the organization provides. Refreshments will be served following the program.

NHS/Student Council Blood Drive The El Campo High School National Honor Society and Student Council will host a blood drive with Gulf Coast Blood and Tissue Center Friday, Feb. 22 at the high school gym. Sign up to give and help your favorite NHS or StuCo member earn community service points.

BBQ/Live Auction Benefits Williamson A benefit barbecue dinner and live auction for Garret Williamson is 4:30-6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23 at the Louise Fire Station. He is the son of Zach and Libby Williamson. Plates are $7.50 for beef and sausage, pinto beans, buttered potatoes, pickles, onions and bread. Tickets available at The Short Stop or Linda Zboril at 979-648-2525 or Lanette Gresham at 979-648-2011. Come and stay for fun and entertainment. Silent and live auctions, karaoke, and music provided by Rudy and Alys.

St. Philip Mexican Fiesta Dinner/Dance St. Philip Catholic School sponsors a Mexican Fiesta dinner and dance featuring The Triumphs Saturday, Feb. 23 at the El Campo Civic Center. Tickets are $35 per person. Call Kim Singleton at 979-532-5652. Tickets are also available at the school office. To make a cash donation or donate an auction item, contact Michelle Korenek at 541-3228 or Dana Jenkins at 979-578-1430.

Ganado Class of 1966 Reunion The Ganado High School Class of 1966 will have a reunion Feb. 22 and 23 on Galveston Island at the Seascape Condominiums. Call 866-940-1235 or 409-740- 1245 for rooms for a discount. Contact person is Helen. Or call Mike Orsak at 281-342-6300 or Johnny Marek at 979-245-7284 or 979-241-1271.

Scandinavian Pancake Supper First Lutheran Church hosts a Scandinavian Pancake Supper Sunday, Feb. 24 from 5-7 p.m. at 304 Oscar for a freewill offering with matching funds from Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. Danish Asbleskiver, Norwegian Pankaker, Swedish Pankaka, American pancakes, sausage, cookies, rosettes and fruit deserts will be served.

Pilgrim Rest '100 Men March' Pilgrim Rest Missionary Baptist Church, 810 Palacios hosts a '100 Men March' Sunday, Feb. 24 at 3 p.m. Guest speaker will be the Rev. J. Bell.

Louise Lions Host Pancake Supper The Louise Lions Club hosts its annual pancake supper Monday, Feb. 25 from 5-7:30 p.m. at the Louise ISD Cafeteria. Adults are $6 and children 12 and under are $3. Dine-in or carry-out. Advance tickets are available from Lori Kahanek, Ronnie Henke or Kinnan Stockton at 979- 648-2691 or come by First State Bank, Louise.

Account Set Up For Joe Cardenas Jr. An account has been set up for Joe Cardenas Jr. at First State Bank in Louise for expenses at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. Call Mary Hardeway at 979-648-2061 or 979- 332-0826 for more information.

Relay For Life Needs Short Stories The Relay For Life "Life Savers" are requesting short stories about individuals lives. Send your stories to dmikeska@ecmh.org or mail to El Campo Memorial Hospital, 303 Sandy Corner Road, El Campo, TX 77437. Simply write one page or less about life long ago, growing up, special times, special remembrances, etc. This does not have to be a long, detailed story - short and simple will work. Stories will be published in booklets and sold as a Relay For Life fundraiser benefiting cancer survivors. Include your name, address and phone number on all stories submitted.

Veterans Service Officer Hours The office of Wharton County Veterans Service Officer Harvey H. Stelzel Jr. is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays through Feb. 27. Office hours are 7:30 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. The office is located at 1017 N. Alabama Road in Wharton. Phone 532-1311.