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

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.



The Shakers and Scrapers Car Club will host their monthly Cruise In at the Whataburger on Seventh Ave at 6 p.m., so bring your hot rod, muscle car, sports car, motorcycle, project or anything that rolls. Even if you're not showing a vehicle come by and take a look at all the cool vehicles. Be sure to bring your camera and have a great time looking at all the cool rides. There will be awards and door prizes. Hope to see you !!!  For questions call Sean at (903) 851-7845

 

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 Landmark Commission is hosting downtown property owners, business owners, sign contractors and other interested stakeholders for a Public Forum on Proposed Revisions to Sect. 12.703 (4) of the City Code of Ordinances Sign Guidelines for the Corsicana Main Street District

The Forum will be held at 5 p.m. at Grace Community Church, 227 N. Beaton Street. For more information call (903) 654-4851



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.



The Grounds Committee of Kinsloe House will host the program at 12 noon at Kinsloe House.  Chairperson of the committee is Paula Jones and members are Jeanie Baird, Cindy Hayden, Donna Head, Peggy Herod, Martha McCarter, Hanna McCleary, Jera O’Neal, Judy Rylie, and Bobbie Young. Rebecca Woodall from Hubbard will bring a program of “Songs for the Soul.”  Rebecca shares her beautiful voice with church groups and in a gospel band called Glorybound. Please make your reservations for this program by noon Aug. 13 by calling (903) 874-5791. Cancellations must also be made by that date.



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. 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



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.



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.



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. 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. 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.