Corsicana — A listing of meetings and events of interest from throughout Navarro County

Aug. 18

Back to School, Stay in School will be held at Fullerton-Garrity Park from 9 a.m. to noon. Wesley Johnson is scheduled to appear. There will be booths and free giveaways. Everyone is welcome to attend.



Tractor Supply will host a blood drive as part of a re-grand opening celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 3751 W. Hwy 31 on the Carter BloodCare bus in the front parking lot. For more information or to schedule an appointment time, contact Trey Schultz at (903) 872-0503.



The I.O.O.F. Event Center will host Shake Rattle and Roll at 7:30 p.m. Singing tunes of the 50’s and 60’s this band is sure to provide you with great entertainment.  A dance floor will be available for everyone.  Tickets are $10 presale and $15 at the door.  Shakers and Scrapers cars will also be on display in the parking lot. For more information, call (903) 641-6607. Get your booth now for the I.O.O.F. Event Center 2012 Holiday Market & Expo (Nov. 10).  10x10 and 10x20 booths available.  Call (903) 641-6607 for infomation.



Aug. 19

The Pooch Paddle will take place from 2 to 5 p.m. on this last day before the Jester Park Pool closes for the summer. Corsicana Parks and Recreation Department, Sharla Allen, director, extends a special invitation to the general public to bring your dog to the pool for an afternoon of fun and sun. All four-legged and two-legged companions are invited. All dogs must be socialized and non-aggressive. Lifeguards will be on duty. Come join for a howling good time! Cost is $5 per dog and one human companion, $1 for all other humans. Proceeds benefit The Humane Society of Navarro County, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization. For more information, please contact Marsha McAlister at (903) 875-8705 or Marcia Longo at (903) 875-9058.



Aug. 20

The Republican Party of Navarro County will hold an organizational meeting at 7 p.m. at Republican headquarters located at 111-B W. Third Ave. in downtown Corsicana. Precinct Chairs will be sworn in for the next two-year term and local party By-Laws will be adopted. Special guest speaker State Representative Byron Cook will prepare the local party for the 2012 general election in November. Please join us for a social from 6:30 to 7 p.m. saluting our elected officials, hosted by the Navarro County Republican women. All registered voters are welcome to attend. For more information, reference the website www.navgop.com



Corsicana Art League will meet Monday, Aug 20 at 6 p.m. at the Senior Activity Center. The program, presented by Barbara Jones and Deb Miller, will encourage artists to used the computer more effectively by showing how to use photoshop to crop or resize an image.  Also, they will discuss the use of Social Media such as Facebook. Anyone interested in the arts is invited to come.  Refreshments will be served. For more info call: (903) 519-9082



Aug. 21

The Shakers and Scrapers Car Club will hold their monthly meeting at VG'z Event Pavillion (301 E 3rd Ave ) at 6:30 p.m. Shakers and Scrapers is a very diverse group of folks with a common interest of cars and a desire to help local charities and events.  We hold an annual car show during Derrick Days which helps to support a local charity.  If you are interested in seeing if we are a club that you might like to join, please come and attend our meeting.  For information call Sean at (903) 851-7845



Aug. 22

Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, 720 N. Beaton, will hold a Job Club meeting at 10 a.m. For more information, please call (903) 874-8276.



Kinsloe House and the Volunteer Committee will host an interesting program 12 noon with a group of dancers giving members a presentation on dance fitness. There will be three members of “Shall We Dance” to present the program. The Volunteer committee consists of Clara Hickerson, chairperson with members of the Board of Directors of Kinsloe House helping her. These dance routines will show the members how we can still be fit when we get older. Please make your reservations by Monday, Aug. 20. Cancellations must be made by 12 noon on Aug. 20.



Aug. 23

When Are We Going Home Ministry and the Spirit Sent Music Ministry will meet at New Beginnings Fellowship in Blooming Grove at 6 p.m.



The Corsicana Newcomer's Club will meet at the Kinsloe House at 11 a.m. for socials followed by lunch and our fabulous annual Fashion Show.  Come to meet new friends and see all the latest in Fall Fashions.  Call Marge Oslick at (903) 872-3508 for more information and reservations.



Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, 720 N. Beaton, will hold a Basic PC Skills Workshop from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information, call (903) 874-8276.



Aug. 24

Navarro Regional Hospital’s Senior Circle will have a Lunch and Learn session at 12 noon, called “Cooking with Herbs and Spices.” Paula Butler, Texas AgriLife extension agent, will show the est way to utilize herbs and spices on vegetables. This class is free, and will be held in the hospital classrooms. Please call (903) 654-6892 to make reservations.



Aug. 25

The Susan G. Komen 3-Day Team from Corsicana Bedding Inc. will hold a Fish Fry at the Chatfield Community Center from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. All are welcome to participate in this worthy cause and eat some great fish!



Gospel Jubilee will be held at Martins Music Hall, 102 S. Beaton. Doors will open at 6 p.m., with show starting at 7 p.m. Featured artists will be Grace Community Praise Team, Billy Elias, Carolyn Cobb, and Heavenly Highways Band (which consists of Elias Lowe, Gary Poe and Ricky Woodall). Admission is $10 per person.



The VFW Post 3366 is hosting a dance in the ballroom. Heart of Texas Road Gang will play from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. There will be no cover charge but donations will be accepted to help pay the cost of the band. Come out and bring your friends! Good country music for your listening or dancing pleasure!

 

Aug. 27

The Silver Dems, a newly organized group will meet at 5 p.m. at the Navarro Democratic Party Headquarters at 416A W. Third St. (one block West of Courthouse).  We will be socializing and munching from plates that you bring so be generous with the fried chicken or sweet treats and wear your best smile.  We will be electing officers and committies so your leadership skills will be needed.  The group’s main purpose is to discuss issues important to folks over 50 years young and educate ourselves on benefits from the government and civilian organizations that are available to senior citizens and veterans.



Aug. 28

Pearce Civil War and Western Art Museum at Navarro College will hold a volunteer meeting at 10 a.m. for anyone interested in reading Civil War letters to search for key terms. This indexing project may be done at home. Also, the meeting is for anyone interested in volunteering to give tours of students and adults. For more information about either opportunity, contact Kim Jayroe, volunteer coordinator, at (903) 875-7420.  



Aug. 29

Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, 720 N. Beaton, will hold a Job Club meeting at 9:30 a.m. For more information, please call (903) 874-8276.



Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, 720 N. Beaton, will hold a workshop titled “Business Writing” from 9:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. For more information please call (903) 874-8276.



Aug. 30

Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, 720 N. Beaton, will have a WorkInTexas.com Workshop from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. For more information call (903) 874-8276.



Texas Youth Commission (TYC) is hosting a blood drive from 1 to  5 p.m. at 4000 N. Second Ave. on the Carter BloodCare bus in the front parking lot. For more information or to schedule an appointment time, contact Dianna Hughes at (903) 875-3254 ext. 3543.



Sept. 4

Navarro Regional Hospital will hold a Diabetes Prevention Workshop once monthly for people with pre-diabetes or at risk for diabetes. These classese will be held on the second Tuesday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. The Diabetes Self-Management Comprehensive Program is an ongoing class for patients diagnosed with diabetes. Please call (903) 654-4556 for further information or to register for either of these classes.



Sept. 5

The Susan G. Komen 3-Day Team from Corsicana Bedding Inc. will be the waitstaff at La Pradera all day, and all tips will go to the team’s fundraising efforts. Please bring your friends and family, come out and eat, and support a worthy cause!



Sept. 8

The Susan G. Komen 3-Day Team from Corsicana Bedding Inc. will hold a benefit concert at The Remington featuring the Sloane McCain Band from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. Tickets are $10 at the door, and there will also be a silent auction. All funds raised will go toward the team’s fundraising efforts.



Sept. 9

Journey to Freedom, a Dave Ramsey Financial Peace University series will take place starting today at Grace Community Church. It will meet each Monday at 7 p.m. Sign-up by contacting Jason at (903) 874-7300 or visit welcometograce.org. Cost is $89. A payment plan is available.



Sept. 11

Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1009 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Sirloin Stockade, 2508 W. Seventh Ave, Corsicana. Membership is open to U.S. armed forces veterans who served on active duty (for other than training purposes) in the Republic of Vietnam between Feb. 28,1961 and May 7,1975, or in ANY duty location between Aug. 5, 1964 and May 7,1975. The veteran must submit a copy of his/her DD Form 214 along with the application and dues. Members and guest are invited to come early and eat and visit prior to the meeting.



The Corsicana Emergency Corps., located at 416 South 12th Street in Corsicana, will hold its regularly scheduled monthly meeting at 7 p.m.   The general public is invited to attend.  Monthly meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m.  For further information, please call (903) 872-5072.



Sept. 13

When Are We Going Home Ministry and Rising Star Creative Ministry will meet at New Beginnings Fellowship in Blooming Grove at 6 p.m.



The Young at Heart Club will resume meeting after its summer break from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Blooming Grove Museum on Fordyce St. This is for anyone 55 and up. Come and enjoy fellowship, fun and friends. Refreshments will be served. The Young at Heart Club meets on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month, at the museum.



VOICE will have a Corsicana/Navarro County Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours at 5:32 to 7:02 p.m.  The new VOICE logo will be unveiled and there will be time for food, fellowship, and door prizes.  The Business After Hours will be at the VOICE Office at the Bank of America Building, 100 N Main St Suite 308 in Corsicana.  September 13 will also be a great time to donate to VOICE through Donor Bridge, every donation of $25 or above made 7 a.m. to Midnight will be matched by a percentage to be determined by the amount of donations received.  Those wishing to contribute can logo on to www.donorbridgetx.org and look up VOICE on September 13 between 7a.m. to Midnight. VOICE will have computers available for online donations during the Business After Hours.  For more information contact Gina Dieterichs at (903) 872-0180 or gdieterichs@voiceinc.org



Sept. 22

Corsicana Parks and Recreation Department will hold “Hooked on Fishing” at IOOF Park. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Deparment at (903) 654-4874.



Sept. 27

When Are We Going Home Ministry and Spirit Sent Music Ministry will meet at New Beginnings Fellowship in Blooming Grove at 6 p.m.



Oct. 6

The Navarro College Adult Education Program offers free ESL and GED Classes in Ellis County.  Interested students under 18 years old need to contact the Navarro College Adult Education office at (903) 875-7464.  Interested students 18 years old or older need to attend the registration workshop on Saturday, Oct. 6, at Navarro College-Waxahachie, Building C Room 126.  Workshop will start promptly at 10 a.m.  For more information please contact the Navarro College Adult Education Program at (903) 875-7464 or 1-800-NAVARRO ext. 7464



Oct. 9

Navarro Regional Hospital will hold a Diabetes Prevention Workshop once monthly for people with pre-diabetes or at risk for diabetes. These classese will be held on the second Tuesday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. The Diabetes Self-Management Comprehensive Program is an ongoing class for patients diagnosed with diabetes. Please call (903) 654-4556 for further information or to register for either of these classes.



Oct. 13

Richland's 1st Semi-Annual Craft and Vendor Fair will be held from 9a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Richland Civic Center.  Reserve a space now by contacting Leigh at (972) 979-9731 or ltidwell@email.com.



The Navarro College Adult Education Program offers free ESL and GED Classes in Ellis County.  Interested students under 18 years old need to contact the Navarro College Adult Education office at (903) 875-7464.  Interested students 18 years old or older need to attend the registration workshop on Saturday, Oct. 6, at Navarro College-Mexia, Room 101 or Saturday, Oct. 13, at Navarro College-Corsicana, Bain Center Room 400.  Workshop will start promptly at 10 a.m.  For more information please contact the Navarro College Adult Education Program at (903) 875-7464 or 1-800-NAVARRO ext. 7464



Nov. 13

Navarro Regional Hospital will hold a Diabetes Prevention Workshop once monthly for people with pre-diabetes or at risk for diabetes. These classese will be held on the second Tuesday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. The Diabetes Self-Management Comprehensive Program is an ongoing class for patients diagnosed with diabetes. Please call (903) 654-4556 for further information or to register for either of these classes.



Dec. 11

Navarro Regional Hospital will hold a Diabetes Prevention Workshop once monthly for people with pre-diabetes or at risk for diabetes. These classese will be held on the second Tuesday of each month from 5 to 7 p.m. The Diabetes Self-Management Comprehensive Program is an ongoing class for patients diagnosed with diabetes. Please call (903) 654-4556 for further information or to register for either of these classes.