Around Town
Sat. May 2
(8 a.m. to 12 p.m.) Falls County Free Trash Day will be held at two locations: the Falls County Jail Site (2847 Hwy. 6, Marlin) and the Waste Collection Station (330 S. Hwy. 77, Lott). The event is open to Falls County residents until dumpsters are full. Batteries, appliances, and brush (no larger than 3” in diameter) will be accepted. Tire disposal is available (residents must unload), but no tractor tires, tires with rims, or commercial tires are permitted. No chemicals, hazardous waste, or roofing materials will be accepted.
(2 p.m.) The St. Paul Community Cemetery Association will hold its annual meeting at the St. Paul Church parsonage, 212 FM 2307, Marlin. Refreshments will be provided. For more information, please call 254-931-7433.
(2 - 6 p.m.) Faith, Hope & Charity’s 4th Annual Mother’s Day Tea Party, at 405 E. First St. Marlin. $15 donation required. RSVP to Shirley Piper by April 24 (254-644-0296, or FHCNonProfit501c3@gmail.com)
Sun. May 3
(2 p.m.) The Marlin Missionary First Baptist Church will celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Pastor Vincent K. Hartsfield and Elect Lady LaTisha Hartsfield at 507 Bennett St. Pastor Eric Taylor and the St. Mary’s Baptist Church family of Waco will be the guest church. For more info, call 979-739-0219.
Thurs. May 7
(12 p.m.) The Sterling C. Robertson Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas will meet at the Mayborn Museum-On the grounds of Gov. Bill and Vara Daniel Historic Village, 1300 South University Dr. Waco.
This is an end-of-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 254315-5258.
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 Lounge at 367 N. Hwy. in Lott! 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.