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Sheriff's Association Wild Game Supper

The 9th Annual Wharton County Sheriff's Association Wild Game Supper is Thursday from 6-9 p.m. in Crescent Hall at the county fairgrounds. Dinner will be served at 7 p.m. for only $5 per plate (although more can be donated). Raffle tickets will also be sold. Tickets are available at the door.

THURSDAY, FEB. 21

Family Literacy Meeting At Hutchins Family literacy classes for adults and children are Thursday, Feb. 21 at Hutchins Elementary from 6-8 p.m. Babysitting and transportation provided if needed.

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. There will be a question and answer session. The Gadabouts invite the public to attend to learn more about the services Hospice provides. Refreshments will be served.

FRIDAY, FEB. 22

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

Scholastic Book Fair At Hutchins Elem. Hutchins Elementary School hosts a Scholastic Book Fair Friday, Feb. 22 and Monday, Feb. 25 through Thursday, Feb. 28 from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. each day. On Feb. 28 the book fair hours will be extended until 6 p.m.

Progressive Baptist Sells Plate Lunches Progressive Missionary Baptist Church will sell fried catfish or chicken wing plates lunches Friday, Feb. 22. Serving begins at 10 a.m. Plates are $7. Call for delivery at 578-8047.

SATURDAY, FEB. 23

Youth Host Bake Sale At Wal-Mart Progressive Missionary Baptist Church youth will host a bake sale at Wal-Mart on Saturday, Feb. 23 beginning at 9 a.m.

Christian Youth Community Night Christian Youth Community Night is hosted by Bible Truth Church and STAND Youth on Saturday, Feb. 23 from 7-11 p.m. for ages 12 and up at the Boys & Girls Club. Come for worship, singing, testimonies, snacks and more. All churches and youth are welcome.

Turkey Shoot Memorial Fundraiser A turkey shoot for James (C-Rat) Price to go towards a memorial scholarship fund for the advancement of a 2008 graduating senior(s) is Saturday, Feb. 23 at Dorothy's Cowboy Country Corner in Midfield. Barbecue plates are $6 and serving starts at 11 a.m. Turkey shoot starts at 1 p.m.

BBQ/Live Auction Benefits Williamson A benefit barbecue dinner and live auction for Garett 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. Live auction starts at 5:30 p.m.

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.

SUNDAY, FEB. 24

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 aebleskiver, Norwegian pankaker, Swedish pankaka, American pancakes, sausage, cookies, rosettes and fruit deserts will be served.

Domino Tournament in Wharton Wharton KC hosts its 28th Annual Straight Domino Tournament Sunday, Feb. 24 at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 2820 N. Fulton in Wharton. Registration is from 8-9 a.m. Cost is $12.50 per person. Prizes will be awarded for the first four places. Food and drinks will be available. Proceeds will go toward scholarships and other charitable causes. Public invited.

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.

Babe Ruth League Registration Wharton Babe Ruth League registration for players ages 13-18 is 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.

MONDAY, FEB. 25

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.

DON'T FORGET

Free Swim During ECAC Open House The El Campo Aquatic Center is having a public open house Thursday, Feb. 28 from 5:30 to 7 p.m., and there will be no charge for admission. A water aerobics class will be held during the open house, and refreshments will be served. Facility manager Tami West reminds members this would be a perfect time to renew memberships - and to bring a friend. ECAC: 543-1468.

St. Procopius Spring Festival St. Procopius Spring Festival will be Sunday, March 2 at Hillje Parish Hall. Plates of fried chicken, white rice and gravy, coleslaw and corn are $6.50 per plate. Serving begins at 11 a.m. Drive through or dine in at the Hillje Hall. Bake sale at Parish Hall. Raffle drawing after plates to go.

St. Philip Students Sell Magazines St. Philip Catholic School students are selling magazine subscriptions. To order a magazine or renew a subscription, call any St. Philip School student or Brenda Harp at 543-8547 by Feb. 27.

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 648-2061 or 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.

5th and 6th Graders Special Event Parents of 5th and 6th graders and their sons and/or daughters are invited to participate in a special upcoming event called Created by God, Feb. 29-March 1 at the First United Methodist Church. Created by God is a study of human sexuality with a Christian foundation.

Stress in Your Marriage? Retrouvaille is a program for married couples that feel bored, disillusioned, frustrated, or angry in their marriage. Some experience coldness. Others experience conflict in their relationship. For confidential information about or to register for the February program, beginning with a weekend in Victoria on Feb. 29-March 2, call 979-432- 3493 or email: lbconner@sbcglobal.net or visit the Web site at www.retrouvaille.org.

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.

Seniors/Parents Complete FAFSA Form There will be a representative from WCJC's guidance office available Tuesday, 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.