September 16, 2008 / Lifestyles

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Full of wool

Keystone Square Museum opens new exhibit
The public is invited to see Keystone Square Museum's newest exhibit, "Cotton, Wool and Mohair: Lampasas County Agriculture," which explores aspects of the history of these important industries in Lampasas County. More...

Couple plan wedding vows

Melissa Cornwell and James Swift, both of Evant, plan to exchange wedding vows in an Oct. 4, 2008, ceremony at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Lampasas. More...

Herb Society plans for fest

Hill Country Herb Society is preparing for the October Herb/Art Fest. The group met in July for a workshop on making clay plant markers, taught by Rowena Fengel. Another workshop is Saturday at 1:30 p.m. More...

Church plans singing event

Christian singing artist David Kauffman of Good for the Soul Music in San Antonio, will perform a prayer-filled concert on Sept. 25 from 7- 8:30 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Lampasas. A love offering will be accepted. More...

Little Wrangler Round-up on tap

Keystone Square Museum's annual Little Wrangler Round-up, for children ages 4 to 8 and their parents or guardians, is Oct. 11 from 9-10 a.m. at the Lampasas Public Library, during Herb/Art Fest. More...

Multi-Service Center

901 S. Live Oak - Lampasas • 556-3858 · 556-2550

8 a.m.-4 p.m. Lunch is served Monday through Friday, 11:30 a.m. Public transportation, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reservations may be made by calling 24 hours in advance, 556-3858, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. More...

Texas ophthalmologists offer eyesight-saving tips

The Texas Ophthalmological Association in partnership with EyeCare America, a national nonprofit organization that provides eye exams and eye health information to medically under-served communities, offers five tips for a healthy aging eyes in hon More...

Conservatives slate event

The Lampasas County Conservative Club will host a potluck, silent auction and membership drive Saturday at 6 p.m. at Tyson's Corners Hill Country Retreat and Conference Center. More...

Badger band alumni

Jennifer Meyer, left, and Brittany Ham, members of the Texas State Bobcat Marching Band, and Lampasas High School grads and Badger band alumni. Jennifer plays the trumpet in the band, and Brittany is a member of the marching guard. More...

LHS offers PSAT test

Lampasas Independent School District is participating in the College Board's Early Participation Program this year which allows 10th and 11th graders to take the PSAT at no cost. Students will register during English classes. More...

36 Club opens new year

Members of the GFWC/TFWC 36 Club had brunch at the home of Linda Hutcherson for the group's first meeting of the club year on Sept. 11. More...

Son for Gills

Rudy and Rachel Gill of Lampasas announce the birth of their son, Grant Grayson, born Aug. 21, 2008, at 4:09 p.m. at Scott & White Memorial Hospital in Temple. Upon arrival, Grant weighed 7 pounds, 13 ounces and was 20 inches long. More...

Flames camp

Lampasas High School Flames will present a Lil' Sparks Fall Football Dance Clinic on Oct. 3 beginning at 3:30 p.m. For more information or a registration form, contact a member of the Flames, stop by the high school office or contact Amy Sweatt. More...

Fund-raising event set by advocacy center

Cowboy Up for Kids will be held Nov. 8 from 6- 10 p.m. at Boulder Creek Farms, five miles east of Marble Falls on FM 1431. More...

Night Out celebration set Oct. 7

Local law enforcement officers and public safety officials will host the 25th National Night Out event on Oct. 7 from 6-9 p.m. at the H-E-B parking lot. More...

FFA Degree

Lampasas High School FFA president Reese Vann, center, earned his Lone Star FFA degree and pin over the summer and was recognized by his agriscience/FFA advisers Wes Harris, left, and Dr. Steve Forsythe. More...

Kempner horseman selected to compete in Fort Worth mustang event

Brandyl Brooks of Kempner has been selected by the Mustang Heritage Foundation to compete in the Extreme Mustang Makeover's Mission 007: Yearling Edition during the 2008 Extreme Mustang Makeover in Fort Worth from Thursday through Sept. 20. More...

Pierians cover new business

The GFWC/TFWC Pierian Club met for its first meeting of the year on Sept. 9 at the home of president Susan Browder, with co-hostesses Johnnie Ewing and Lucy Walker. Nineteen members were present. Mrs. More...

Quick exit

Kline Whitis Elementary teachers Brenda Collins, left, and Kimberly Jenkins help students evacuate a school bus during a recent safety program. More...

Study club Christmas Bazaar set

A Town and Country Christmas Bazaar is set Nov. 1 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lampasas County Courthouse. Vendors are sought. Cost is $20 for for-profit organizations; $15 for non-profits; and $25 for concessions. More...

GED signup continuing

Those who missed registration for GED classes can still sign up on Sept. 23. After that date, registration is available only on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month. For information, phone 556- 6638. More...

Fest booths are available

Vendors and exhibitors are being sought for the 14th annual Herb & Art Festival set Oct. 11 on Courtyard Square. Booths, at 10x10 feet, are $50 per space. Food booths are $80. More...


 

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