September 18, 2009 RSS feed / Lifestyles

Researchers: Nicotine creates stronger memories, cues

Ever wonder why former smokers miss lighting up most when they are in a bar or after a meal with friends? More...

Special day

Residents, families, friends and staff at Regal Nursing & Rehab celebrated Grandparents' Day recently with a dance. More...

Class of 1949 sets reunion

The Lampasas High School Class of 1949 will hold its 60- year reunion on Sept. 26 from 2-5 p.m. at the Hancock Springs Hostess House. More...

Tourism, hotel industry workshop set

Justin Briegel, deputy general counsel for the Texas Hotel & Lodging Association, will speak on a variety of tourism-related topics on Wednesday. The first meeting is from 9-11 a.m. at the Burnet Community Center, 303 E. Jackson. More...

Open mic night to be at Briggs

Pickin' and grinnin' for an open mic night is Saturday at 6 p.m. at the Briggs Community Center. Everyone is invited to bring their guitar and share a song. Admission is free. A concession stand will be open. More...

Correction

In a recent story about the Lampasas High School Class of 1946 reunion, one of the people in attendance was listed incorrectly. The article should have stated that Edna Baker Bleimeyer was one of those in attendance at the event. More...

FFA Fun Day

Lampasas FFA members met last week for leadership training and a day of fun activities at the old Lampasas Middle School campus. More...

College honors

Texas A&M University

Diplomas were awarded to more than 1,800 Texas A&M University graduates during summer commencement exercises. Among those recognized were Lampasas residents Kelsey Lenae Vann and Adam James Johnson. More...

THC museum workshops taking place across state

The Texas Historical Commission through October will sponsor workshops throughout the state targeting small museums. More...

Registration open for annual Fire House Run Biker Rally

The fourth annual Lampasas County Historic Fire House Run Biker Rally is set Oct. 16-18 at the intersections of U.S. Highways 190, 281 and 183. More...

Correction

Sabbath Keepers to meet Friday in Adamsville

A story about the Sabbath Keepers group's Feast of Trumpets/Rosh Hashanah celebration should have said the event will begin Friday, Sept. 18 at 7 p.m. at the Adamsville Community Center. More...

School Menu

Week of Sept. 21-25

Monday, Sept. 21 BREAKFAST: French toast sticks, ham slice, fruit juice and milk. LUNCH: Fish portion/tartar sauce, macaroni & cheese, spinach, sliced peaches, hot roll and milk. Tuesday, Sept. More...

Alzheimer's association to meet in Lampasas

The Capital of Texas Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will host "Lunch N' Learn" events in several counties, including Lampasas. More...

Methodist church slates Fall Festival annual events

United Methodist Women of First United Methodist Church will sponsor their annual Fall Festival on Oct. 3, which supports the group's mission. More...

Marriage workshops available

When planning a wedding, the last thing the couple may want to think about is paying more than $70 in fees and waiting three days for a marriage license. More...

Service project

Lampasas High School Key Club members recently visited the Ronald McDonald House in Temple for their monthly service project. Members prepared and served lunch for residents and toured the facility. More...

Classics meets each month

Classics at the Classic gathers at the back parking lot of Storm's Drive-In the first Saturday of each month from October through May at 4 p.m. Sharon Carrigan, event organizer, encourages residents to stop by. More...

Highland Lakes Democratic Women to gather Sept. 24

Judy West, a longtime member of the Highland Lakes Democratic Women, will be the guest speaker at the Sept. 24 meeting. More...

CTC lists fall non-credit courses

The Central Texas College Continuing Education Department is offering a variety of new non-credit classes this fall in addition to returning favorites. More...

Little Wrangler Round-up planned

Keystone Square Museum's Little Wrangler Round-up is Oct. 10 at 9:30 a.m. beginning at the museum, 303 S. Western St., before participants move to the Lampasas Public Library for additional events. More...

Live music concert offered Sept. 26

Five Hills Cowboy Church invites the public to be part of helping to record its first live music CD on Sept. 26 at 5 p.m. More...

Local retired teachers to meet

The Lampasas County Retired Teachers Association plan to gather Oct. 6 at 10:30 a.m. at the Lampasas Independent School District Board Room, 207 W. Eighth St. More...

Maxdale School

Local businessman Harold Harton recently came across this 1896 photograph of students at Maxdale School. The photo was discovered in a Bible of Winifred Ellis Bell of Maxdale, sister-in-law of Harton's wife, Yvonne. Mrs. More...


 

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