From Staff Reports
Corsicana Daily Sun
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The Salvation Army, 12 E. First Ave., Corsicana, has been blessed with fans to combat the heat wave for the elderly, disabled persons, and families who don’t have air-conditioning or central air-conditioning at this time. Please contact Jackie Williams at (903) 874-7131.
Aug. 29
Runnin’ Rebels Basketball team is holding tryouts for the team starting at 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 29, at the old Mexia Jr. High School Gym for fourth and fifth grade boys. This is a select basketball team and is an open tryout. For more information call Manuel (254)747-4492 or Brandon (254) 625-0173.
Aug. 31
The Navarro College Small Business Development Center (SBDC) will sponsor a seminar on Funding Your Small Business from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Corsicana Chamber of Commerce, 120 N. 12th Street. Attendees will discover the variety of loans available and the process for getting funds guaranteed by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Information will also be presented that covers what lenders want to see when making a business loan, the myths and realities of grant funding, and alternative lending sources to consider. The cost of this workshop is $20. To register, call the Navarro College SBDC at (903) 875-7667 or e-mail sbdc@navarrocollege.edu.
Carter BloodCare is having a community blood drive on the Carter BloodCare Coach, hosted by Northrop Grumman and Brookshire’s, 800 N. Main, Corsicana, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 31. Potential donors can be 16 years old with a parent’s consent; 17-year-olds may donate independently and there is no upper age limit for donating blood. All donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good general health, and present a photo ID. Ideally, a donor should also eat a good meal and drink plenty of fluids before giving blood. All donors will be entered in a drawing for a $25 Brookshire’s gift card. For more information about donor eligibility, call Carter BloodCare at 1-800-DONATE-4 or visit www.carterbloodcare.org. To register for an appointment time contact Debra Preston at 903-641-4700.
September
Navarro Council of the Arts will present a Corsicana Independent School District exhibit at the Warehouse Living Arts Center Gallery, 119 W. Sixth Ave. For more information, contact the Navarro Council of the Arts, (903) 872-5411.
Sept. 2 to 5
The Lone Star Single Sams of Central Texas will be having their monthly campout at Texas RV Park, 9024 Hwy. 175, Athens. Visitors are welcome. For more information please call (254) 623-4212 or (903) 264-1746
Sept. 1
Christmas in Action, the group that does home repairs for the elderly and needy, has set a Sept. 1 deadline for requests for help. Forms are available through the Corsicana Daily Sun or by calling any of the board members. Priority will go to the elderly, homeowners on fixed incomes, and the disabled, as well as those who contribute to the project financially or who have friends/family willing to help with an individual project. The group will have two work weekends this year, Oct. 16 and 23. Volunteers are currently being sought, as well as teams and team leaders. To help with this year’s efforts, contact Loran Seely at (903) 875-4290.
American Legion Post 22, 632 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, invites members and their guests to come and watch Sunday Football starting at noon Sept. 12, and every Sunday following. For more information call (903) 874-3938.
Eureka Crime Watch will hold its regular monthly meeting at 1:30 p.m. at the Eureka United Methodist Church. Special Guest will be Navarro County Agent Derek Scasta. The public is invited and refreshments will be served. For more information contact Marlene Bartosh at (903) 872-4699.
Sept. 2
Blooming-Grove Crime Watch is having their monthly meeting at 7 p.m., at the Blooming Grove Fire Station. This months guest speaker is Ruby Coker, Navarro County Treasurer. For more information call (903) 695-2622.
Corsicana Community Blood Drive will be held 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Navarro Shriner’s Building/ Crystal Ballroom. For information or for an appointment contact (800) 448-3543.
VFW Post 3366 will have its monthly meeting of all members in good standing. Meeting will start at 6:30 p.m. All members are encouraged to attend and participate!
Sept. 3
VFW Post 3366 will host Country Sue’s Karaoke!The karaoke will be held in the post canteen. Sue has thousands of songs to choose from and her sound is second to none! You will be on center stage. Come be a star! VFW is open from 4p.m. till midnight! Karaoke starts at 8pm till 12pm! For more information or to reserve tables call (903) 872-38211.
Sept. 5
Woman’s Club House Association is holding the Kinsloe First Sunday Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. September’s soup will be Miami Albondigas, a deliciously flavored, hearty meatball soup, served with Garlic Cumin Breadsticks. The salad will be Tomato and Avocado on a bed of crisp greens with Citrus Lime Vinaigrette. Entrees are Cuban Spice Rubbed Pork Loin Roast with Brown Gravy or Citrus Glazed Baked Salmon Filets with Tropical Fruit Salsa. Either entrée will include Garlic Herb Smashed Red Potatoes, Cumin Scented Sweet Carrot Coins, and Ms. Debra’s Famous Kinsloe House Rolls. Dessert will be Rich Chocolate Torte with garnish of Cinnamon Whipped Cream or Key Lime Tartlets. The price, including tax and gratuity, is $13.00 for adults or $6.00 for children under 12 years old. The children’s plate will be Chicken Tenders, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Baby Carrots, and Crudite with Ranch in place of salad. The luncheon is open to Kinsloe House members, affiliated groups and clubs, and to the general public. Reservations are needed on dine-in or to-go. The deadline for registration will be noon on Friday, Sept. 3. For reservations call Jeani at 903-874-5791 or 903-229-5787, e-mail mamajeani@yahoo.com, or online at http://www.thekinsloehouse.com.
Sept. 6
Corsicana Masonic Lodge will not meet because of Labor Day.
Sept. 7
Corsicana Chapter No. 118, Order of Eastern Star, will hold a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. at the Corsicana Masonic Lodge. A potluck supper will be served at 6:30 p.m. All area OES members are invited. For more information contact Bonnie Mathison at (903) 874-0226.
The Sunbeam Club will follow the life of a trainman as they celebrate Labor Day on the road. For all those who are retired and active railroaders, their families, friends, and train-lovers come hear the whistle blow at the Ennis Family Restaurant, 2709 S. Kaufman St., Ennis. For more information call 972-878-4069.
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, in Blooming Grove. For more information call Beth Nemeth at (903) 695-2711.
Sept. 8
MAAG (Methodist Active Adult Group) will open their new year at 11 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church, Ennis. All are invited to share this special day which will include entertainment from the musical talent of Charles Newman. Invite a friend or two, bring a veggie, salad, or desert. For more information call Darleen Denbow at (972) 878-4069.
Sept. 9
Dawson Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons invited.
Corsicana Lodge No. 63, I.O.O.F., 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1342, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Sept.10
VFW Post 3366 will host Country Sue’s Karaoke! The karaoke will be held in the post canteen! Sue has thousands of songs to choose from and her sound is second to none! You will be on center stage. Come be a star! VFW is open from 4 p.m. till midnight!
For more information or to reserve tables call (903) 872-3811.
Sept. 11
Carter BloodCare is having a community blood drive on the Carter BloodCare Coach, hosted by McCoy’s Building Supply, 3000 S. Hwy. 287, Corsicana, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, September 11. Potential donors can be 16 years old with a parent’s consent; 17-year-olds may donate independently and there is no upper age limit for donating blood. All donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good general health, and present a photo ID. Ideally, a donor should also eat a good meal and drink plenty of fluids before giving blood. The blood drive will be held in memory of Tory Cantu. For more information about donor eligibility call Carter BloodCare at 1-800-DONATE-4 or visit www.carterbloodcare.org. To register for an appointment time contact Tiffany Putman at 903-872-4431.
American Legion Post 22, 632 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, will have meetings as scheduled. The Executive Committee will meet at 1 p.m. and the Legionnaires will meet at 1:30 p.m. Sons of the American Legion will meet at 3 p.m., and the Ladies Auxiliary will meet at 4 p.m. Please pay your 2011 dues. To attend the meetings posted memberships must be current. For more information call after 4 p.m. (903) 874-3938.
Angels of Corsicana, 1020 N. Bus. 45, are hosting a U.S. Troop support group and will be gathering items to send in “care-packages” to the soldiers who are from Corsicana and all over the United States. The group will begin meeting at 9 a.m. to begin packing donated items. Everyone who can help will be greatly appreciated. Every year the group makes Christmas stockings and fills them with personal items that soldiers might want and need. Christmas is near and there is a lot of sewing to be done. If you can sew this would be a great way to help our soldiers. If you have items to donate, they can be dropped off at 4 p.m. daily at the American Legion Post 22, located at 632 N. Beaton Street, Corsicana. Postage is very expensive when sending items overseas, so any donations are greatly appreciated. If you would like to volunteer, make a donation or for more information you may call (903) 874-3245, or (903) 874-3938.
Corsicana FITKAMP is now forming to begin eight weeks of group fitness training to include; eight personalized workouts, nutrition counseling/meal plans, circuit station training, interval training, cardiovascular fitness, hip-hop ABS, and hip-hop turbo kick all taught by certified FITKAMP instructors. Orientation starts 7 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, at IOOF Park. For more information please call Barbara Kelley at (903) 872-7973 or go to www.fitkamps.com.
Northside Baptist Church to host Grief Share, a special weekly support group for people grieving the death of someone close. At Grief Share meetings valuable information is available to help those going through this type of difficult time life. Grief Share meets 5 to 7 p.m. at the Fellowship Center located at 222 Forest Lane (the white house across from the parking lot). For more information call (903) 874-3277.
Spring Cemetery Association will have their annual meeting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, at the Dawson Pavilion, which is located in the park. Anyone interested in the up keep of the cemetery is invited to attend this meeting.
Sept. 13
Woodmen of the World Lodge Five will be meeting at 6 p.m. in Liberty Hall, located at American RV Park, 4345 W. Hwy. 31, Corsicana. All members, their families and guests are cordially invited.
The Republican Party of Navarro County will hold its next County Executive Committee Meeting at 7 p.m. at the Republican headquarters, 111-B W. 3rd Ave., Corsicana. Borah Van Dormolen, Republican National Committee-woman for Texas, will be speaking about the GOTV ‘Get Out The Vote’ program. There will be a social hour from 6 to 7 p.m., hosted by NAVPAC. All registered voters are invited to attend. For more information go to www.navop.com. or call Steve Jessup (903) 872-4871.
Sept. 14
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 1009 will meet at 7 p.m. at the Sirloin Stockade, 2508 West Seventh Avenue, 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.
Blooming Grove Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Eureka Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
The Corsicana Emergency Corps., 416 S. 12th St., Corsicana, will hold its regularly scheduled monthly meeting at 7:30 p.m. The general public is invited to attend. Monthly meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. For further information call (903) 872-5072.
Home Rebekah Lodge No.128, I.O.O.F, 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1511, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Sept. 16
Carter BloodCare is having a community blood drive on the Carter BloodCare Coach, hosted by Navarro College, 3200 W. 7th Ave., Corsicana, in the lounge, in front of the the Student Center, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Potential donors can be 16 years old with a parent’s consent; 17-year-olds may donate independently and there is no upper age limit for donating blood. All donors must weigh at least 110 pounds, be in good general health, and present a photo ID. Ideally, a donor should also eat a good meal and drink plenty of fluids before giving blood. For more information about donor eligibility call Carter BloodCare at 1-800-DONATE-4 or visit www.carterbloodcare.org. To register for an appointment time contact Janet Gregg (254) 424-6677.
Sept. 17
VFW Post 3366 will host Country Sue’s Karaoke!! The karaoke will be held in the post canteen! Sue has thousands of songs to choose from and her sound is second to none! You will be on center stage. Come be a star! VFW is open from 4 p.m. till midnight. Call for more information or to reserve tables (903) 872-3811.
Sept. 18
The Freedom Horse Riders and The Rockin B Ranch are sponsoring the First Annual Fall Trail Ride to benefit the When Are We Going Home Ministry, which helps families with medically challenged or special needs children. The ride will be at 9 a.m. at The Rockin B Ranch located at 1095 NW CR 3055, Purdon. To RSVP call (903) 422-6120 or Scott Reed (903) 879-2636.
American Legion Post 22, 632 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, invites members and their guests to an evening of “Country Sue’s Karaoke” from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. There is no cover charge. There will be no cover charge. The post will open at 2 p.m. For more information call after 2 p.m. (903) 874-3938.
VFW Post 3366 to host Country music singer and songwriter Tony Booth will entertain in Corsicana. There will be a dance from 8 to12 p.m. Advanced tickets are on sale for $10 each and can be purchased at the VFW canteen. The canteen is open Monday through Sat. 4 to 12p.m. All tickets at the door will be $15 each. For more information call (903) 872-3811.
Sept. 21
Kerens Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Sept. 23
Corsicana Lodge No. 63, I.O.O.F., 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1342, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Sept. 24
VFW Post 3366 will host Country Sue’s Karaoke! The karaoke will be held in the post canteen. Sue has thousands of songs to choose from and her sound is second to none. You will be on center stage. Come be a star! VFW is open from 4 p.m. till midnight! Call (903) 872-3811 for more information or to reserve tables!
Sept. 25
Waco Symphony Orchestra will hold auditions for children interested in performing in “The Nutcracker.” Children ages 8 and older who are at least four and a half foot tall, and shorter than five foot two inches, are eligible for the parts of the Angels and Bon Bons. Children must have some ballet experience. Auditions will take place at Joy’s School of Dance, 7560 Bosque Blvd. in Waco. Call the Waco Symphony Office for more information at (254) 754-0851.
American Legion Post 22, 632 N. Beaton St., Corsicana, invites members and their guests for an evening of “Steel Horse Pure Country Entertainment and Karaoke” with Country John and Connie, from 8:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. There will be no cover charge. The post will open at 2 p.m. For more information call after 2 p.m. (903) 874-3938.
Sept. 27
Barry Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
The Navarro College PAL ‘People for Active Living’ will meet at 5 p.m. at the Cook Education Center, on the Navarro College Campus, to go to a Texas Ranger Game. The cost is $30, which will cover the bus ticket and an all you can eat meal. There will be limited seating and payment is due in advance. For reservations and more information contact Misty Holloway (903) 875-7448.
Sept. 28
Winkler Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Home Rebekah Lodge No.128, I.O.O.F, 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1511, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Oct. 4
Corsicana Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Oct. 12
Blooming Grove Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Eureka Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Home Rebekah Lodge No.128, I.O.O.F, 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1511, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Oct. 14
Dawson Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Corsicana Lodge No. 63, I.O.O.F., 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1342, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Oct. 16
Christmas in Action, the group that does home repairs for the elderly and needy, will have a work weekend Saturday and Oct. 23. Volunteers are still being sought for individual projects. To volunteer, or to contribute financially or with supplies, call Loran Seely at (903) 875-4290.
Oct. 19
Kerens Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Oct. 25
Barry Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Oct. 26
Winkler Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Home Rebekah Lodge No.128, I.O.O.F, 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1511, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Oct. 28
Corsicana Lodge No. 63, I.O.O.F., 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1342, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Nov. 1
Corsicana Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Nov. 9
Blooming Grove Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Eureka Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Home Rebekah Lodge No.128, I.O.O.F, 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1511, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Nov. 11
Dawson Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Corsicana Lodge No. 63, I.O.O.F., 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1342, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Nov. 16
Kerens Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Nov. 22
Barry Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Nov. 23
Winkler Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Home Rebekah Lodge No.128, I.O.O.F, 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1511, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Nov. 25
Corsicana Lodge No. 63, I.O.O.F., 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1342, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Dec. 6
Corsicana Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Dec. 9
Dawson Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Corsicana Lodge No. 63, I.O.O.F., 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1342, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Dec. 14
Blooming Grove Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Eureka Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Home Rebekah Lodge No.128, I.O.O.F, 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1511, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Dec. 21
Kerens Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Dec. 23
Corsicana Lodge No. 63, I.O.O.F., 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Thursday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1342, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
Dec. 27
Barry Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Dec. 28
Winkler Masonic Lodge will have a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. Meal will be served at 6:30 p.m. All Masons are invited.
Home Rebekah Lodge No.128, I.O.O.F, 3330 West Second Ave., Corsicana, meets at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The mailing address for the lodge is P.O. Box 1511, Corsicana, TX 75151. Visiting members are welcomed to attend.
