COUNTY LIFE
Forestburg and Saint Jo ready community meals
While Thanksgiving may be a week away, three communities are celebrating a week early with special meals.
Both Forestburg and Saint Jo will host their community Thanksgiving dinners on Nov. 20, while the Nocona Senior Citizen Center will have it noontime feast also on Nov. 20.
The senior center will present its annual Thanksgiving feast at noon on at 400 Boston Street. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under, children four and under free.
The staff asks that you RSVP to 825-3148. Dine-in or to-go orders available.
The citizens of Forestburg will gather for their annual dinner at 6:30 p.m.in the community center. Turkey, ham, dressing, gravy, bread and drinks will be furnished. Guests are asked to bring their favorite salad, vegetable dish or dessert.
The Saint Jo Community will host its annual dinner at noon on Nov. 20 in the civic center. Organizers will provide the turkey, ham, dressing, gravy, bread and drinks. Guests are asked to bring your favorite side dishes (vegetables, salads or desserts) to complete the meal. Donations are appreciated. Food may be dropped off at the civic center that morning.
Those with questions may contact Barbara, 940-727-1813, Debbie, 940-395-2358 or Nancee, 214-769-6913.
Thanksgiving Day
Members of the First
Baptist Church of Nocona will provide a free hot meal to go on Thanksgiving Day. Meals will be available from 10 a.m. until they are gone. The church is located at 511 Cooke Street in Nocona.
On Nov. 27 Bowie’s community dinner will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 27 at the First Methodist Church, 1515 North Jefferson.
The public is invited to share this free meal or or carry-out. Delivery orders were taken until noon on Nov. 26.
Members of the American Legion Post in Nocona are planning a free Family Fun Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 27 at the post home at 801 W. U.S. Highway 82.
Bring the entire family out to enjoy a bounce house, dunk tank, dart throw, temporary tattoos, balloon toss, plus hot dogs and hamburgers. Kiddos will need an adult with them.
Donations are always welcome, sponsored by American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of the American Legion.
Fire officials remind residents that fireworks cannot be set off within the city limits of the county’s three incorporated cities of Bowie, Nocona and Saint Jo and violations could lead to a citiation for a Class C misdemeanor carrying a fine of up to $500.
The sale of fireworks runs through midnight on July 4. Fireworks may be discharged out in the country, but be cautious of their use to avoid any wildfire or injury.
In the Bowie area, fireworks may only be legally discharged at Selma Park on Lake Amon G. Carter on July 3 and July 4. Discharge at other times or locations may result in a ticket from city police who patrol the park.
While there is no burn ban on at this time, those using fireworks are urged to exercise caution due to possible wildfires fueled by the dry, windy conditions. Keep water available nearby when using fireworks.
High heat and wind also can create dangerous conditions for fireworks so please exert caution. Those who cause a wildfire can be held liable for any damage or injury.
Are you ready to walk among the giants of the prehistoric world?
Bring the whole family to the Bowie Community Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 7 for a spectacular, free traveling museum experience.
In this prehistoric museum event get up close with massive dinosaur skulls, incredible fossil replicas, and ancient prehistoric fish and mammals from all over the globe. Hosted by the Friends of the Bowie Public Library, this hands-on exhibit is perfect for future paleontologists of all ages.
The center is located at 413 Pelham Street in Bowie and is completely free and open to the public.This program is made possible in part by a grant from Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and The Friends of the Bowie Public Library.
Don’t miss this chance to experience the wonders of earth’s history. For more details on the exhibit, visit Dinosaur George Traveling Museum.
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