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

Aug. 4

Let’s Dance Family Night Out will be held at the Corsicana Country Club from 6 to 10 p.m. This event is sponsored by the Boys & Girls Club of Navarro County. There will be great music, dancing, formal photographs with your child, a delicious sit down dinner, party favors and more. For more information, or if you’d be willing to sponsor a child (or children), please contact Tasha White or Mary Wilson at the Boys & Girls Club of Navarro County by calling (903) 872-9231.



The VFW Post 3366 is hosting a dance in the ballroom. Justin Hunter and his band will play from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight. Admission is $5 and donations will be accepted. Come out and bring your friends! Good country music for your listening or dancing pleasure!



Aug. 5

Kinsloe House will hold its first Sunday lunch of the new year from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.  Everyone is invited. Members and non-members must call the Kinsloe House at (903) 874-5791 by Aug. 3 to make reservations. You must give the time you wish to come and what you wish to eat.  You may also call Jeani at (903)229-5787,  email her at mamjeani@yahoo.com or call Kinshoe House at (903) 874-5791 with your menu selections, reservations, and your dining time. The menu will be pork Milanese, glazed chicken, or orange glazed salmon filet. The vegetables will be rice pilaf and glazed carrots. Dessert will be peach and cream cake or chocolate cherry parfait. A children’s menu is also available. Kinsloe House is an excellent place to dine and visit with friends and relax. Please come and join us.



Aug. 6

The City Of Blooming Grove will hold its Monthly City Council meeting at 6:30 p.m. at Blooming Grove City Hall, 200 S. Fordyce, Blooming Grove, TX  76626.



Aug. 7

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.



Oak Valley Crime Watch will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Oak Valley Community Center. Please bring a covered dish. Everyone is welcome!



The Blooming Grove Historical Society will meet at 7 p.m. in the museum at 201 S. Fordyce.  All interested people are invited to attend.  For more information, call (903) 695-2724 or (903) 673-2635.



The Sunbeam Club will gather at the IHOP in Ennis at 11:30 a.m. to meet with fellow train lovers and friends for a time of food, fun and fellowship. Mark your calendar and plan to be there when the whistle blows at 11:30 a.m.



Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, 720 N. Beaton, will hold an Interview Tips Workshop at 2:30 p.m. For more information, call (903) 874-8276.



Aug. 8

Kinsloe House Sunday Lunch will be hosted by the Telephone  Committee of Kinsloe House at 12 noon about Corsicana with Steve Dieterichs, Main Street and Tourism Director, giving the program. The Telephone committee consists of Beth Harper, chairperson with Cecelia Alexander, Mellie Howard, Jera O’Neal, Winona Stewart, and Marjie Talkington as committee members. Dieterichs will update club members on tourism and downtown economic revitalization developments in the city. He is well known in Corsicana both for his work at the Tourism Center and his other work in Navarro County. Please make your reservations by Monday, August 6. Cancellations must be made by 12 p.m.  Aug. 6.



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.



Aug. 9

When Are We Going Home Ministry and its Rising Star Creative Ministry will be at the Break N Free Camp in Rice at 6 p.m. where there will be a Back to School party and Water Slide.



Navarro Regional Hospital’s Senior Circle will host an AARP Drivers Safety refresher course designed for drivers 50-plus and up, but is open to anyone. It will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Attendees may qualify for a reduction in automobile insurance premiums for three years upon completion of the course. Call (903) 654-6892 or email connie_beal@chs.net to register.



The Cracked Pots meet on the second Thursday of each month at the Cowboy Church of Ennis (Hwy I-45 exit 244). This is a 55-plus group gathering for food and fun. All senior in the community (and Corsicana) are welcome to join. Next meeting is 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 9. The Movarians Band will entertain with a varied genre of music. Bring a covered dish and come join the fun!



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. 10

Navarro Regional Hospital’s Senior Circle will hold its Pot Luck Lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the hospital classrooms. Bring a dish and a friend and join for the monthly fellowship. Sherry Mason, director of respiratory therapy, will speak on Sleep Studies. To register, call (903) 654-6892 or email connie_beal@chs.net.



Second Annual Habitat for Humanity Eat & Skeet will begin with a barbecue dinner at Upland Bird Country at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $30 each. Great barbecue, beverages and live entertainment. There will be an opportunity to purchase the winning shooting team to win the grand prize (Hasty Bake Grill or Cargo Craft Trailer).



Workforce Solutions for North Central Texas, 720 N. Beaton, will hold a worship titled “Fundamentals of MS Word” from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. To register, please call (903) 874-8276.



Aug. 11

Angels of Corsicana Troop Support will meet at 9 a.m. at the Angel Room located at 1020 N. Bus. 45. We welcome all ages to come pack. Anyone with a name of a deployed soldier, please bring to the packing. For more information call Jean O’Connor at (903) 851-2560.



Second Annual Habitat for Humanity Eat & Skeet will begin registration at 7 a.m. (breakfast provided) with shooting starting at 8 a.m. Two man teams, $200 per team. Includes shells, targets and some special gifts. Winning team geta a Tower Shoot for four at Upland Bird Country. Second place shooters each receive a shotgun. A gun case is the prize for the third place shooters. To join early and avoid registration, contact Bob Kingman at rkingman1@gmail.com or Virginia Monk at vamonk@att.net.



Aug. 13

Woodmen of the World Lodge 5 will have its meeting at 6 p.m. in the new Lodge Hall at 200 Oak Lawn.  All members, their families and guests are cordially invited.



Heritage Oaks Retirement Village will host a blood drive from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 3002 W. Second Ave. in the formal lobby room. For more information or to schedule an appointment time, contact Sue Bowling at (903) 872-5130. This blood drive is in cooperation with Carter BloodCare.



Aug. 14

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.



Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1009 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Sirloin Stockade, 2508 West 7th 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.



NARFE, National Association of Retired Federal Employees will hold its monthly meeting at the Sirloin Stockade Buffet  in Corsicana at 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The program will be a medley of Country Music presented by NARFE member Billy Roy Mitcham and friends.  For NARFE information, in Corsicana call (903) 874-3092, in Ennis call (214) 949-6197, Waxahachie (469) 939-8102 Midlothian (972) 268-5793.



Aug. 15

Navarro Regional Hospital’s Senior Circle will have its Lunch Bunch from 11:30 to 12:30 p.m. at Old Mexican Inn. Come join for lunch and learn more about the Circle and its activities. For more information, contact Connie Beal at (903) 654-6892 or email connie_beal@chs.net.



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.



Aug. 16

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.



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.  Come out and enjoy!  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.



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



Aug. 21

Workforce Solutions of North Central Texas, 720 N. Beaton, will hold a Resume Preparation Workshop at 2:30 p.m. For more information, please call (903) 874-8276.



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.



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. 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. 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.



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. 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.



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.