LENT 2023 FISH FRY

Knights of Columbus & Catholic Daughters will have a fish fry every Friday starting Feb. 24 to March 31 from 5 to 7 pm at St. Josephs the Worker Catholic Church, 804 S. Cleveland St., Dayton. Plates include fried fish, hushpuppies, French fries, coleslaw, and dessert. You can drive thru or dine in, $12 cash or check, and $15 when paying with a card.

Knight of Columbus will have Fish Fry Fridays every Friday starting Feb. 24 to March 31 from 5-7 pm or until sold out. Price will be $12 for the drive-thru and $15 for dine-in. Pick up will be at 411 Milam St, Liberty. Cash, cards and checks are accepted.

FUMC LIBERTY BLOOD DRIVE

First United Methodist Church Liberty, along with Life Share Blood Centers, will be hosting a blood drive, Thursday, March 16, from 3 to 7 pm, in the Fellowship Hall, 539 Main Street, Liberty. Anyone who has not donated whole blood in the last 56 days, or double red cells in the last 112 days, is eligible. By donating blood you are truly giving the gift of life. If you have any questions contact Tom Richert at 336-6828 or 936-346-4575.

AUDITIONS

The Valley Players will hold auditions for “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” directed by Jerre’ Delany, on Sun. March 19, 4 to 9pm and Mon. March 20, 6 to 8pm. At the Humphreys-Burson Theatre 1710 Sam Houston Street, Liberty. Auditioner will read lines from the script and sing “Comedy Tonight” from the show. (Ages 16 and up). For any additional questions call 936-336-5887.

TEACHER SUPPLY CLOSET

Dayton teachers need help with school supplies for the school year. Expo Markers, copy paper, glue sticks, hand sanitizer, Kleenex, colored pencils, 24ct crayons, end cap erasers, pocket folders, washable markers, page protector, binders of all sizes, stickers, paper clips, binder clips, Clorox wipes, expo whiteboard cleaner, flair pens are some of the things they need. See how you can help, reach out to communitycenter@ daytontx.org or call 936-258-6630.

JONES LIBRARY SPRING BREAK

The Jones Public Library will be hosting a special Spring Break at the Library event from March 13th-18th. The library will be hosting free programming throughout the week for the patrons of Liberty County. This event is held to provide equitable and entertaining programming for everyone. See the schedule below for a detailed list of events: Thursday - Shamrock Slime Day – 9-11 AM and 2-4 P.M.

Friday - Double Feature Movie Day - 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM Saturday - Scavenger Hunt at the Library - 10 AM – 1 P.M.

RICK HUMBER MEMORIAL STEAK COOK-OFF The 14th annual Rick Humber Memorial Steak Cook-off will be on Sunday, March 18 at the Liberty Elks Lodge #2019, registration and doors open at 9am. If you think you know how to cook a steak, this is the day to find out. Proceeds are for scholarships, special needs children and Liberty Elks Lodge. For more information contact Kelsey Broussard at (936) – 346-1524 Or Miranda Hulvey (936) 334-6981.

SENIOR CENTER SPRING FLING Cleveland Senior Center is having its Spring Festival on March 24, from 3 to 7pm, at 220 Peach Street, Cleveland. There will be Bake Sale and Silent Auction. Dinner plates will be available for $10. Entertainment provided by The Holy Rollers Band. Accepting donations for prizes and silent auction items. Please call 281592-1174 for pick up or drop off at our center. All proceeds go to Meals on Wheels.

BAKELESS BAKE SALE

The Friends of the Library are hosting their Bakeless Bake Sale March 24 and 25 during the Liberty Jubilee. Donations of any amount may be mailed to Beverly Davis at 1711 Webster Street, Liberty, dropped in the mail slot at her front door or dropped off at the library. Make checks out to the Friends of the Library. Donations will be accepted now through March 31. All money goes to the library to use for activities, such as the Summer Reading Program, and also for supplies that may be needed throughout the year. The annual book sale will take place on the second floor of the library on March 45 and 45 during the Jubilee.

NATIONAL VIETNAM WAR VETERAN’S DAY LUNCH

On March 29, the Dayton Memorial Post 512, will be serving FREE lunch to honor all Vietnam Veterans from 11am to 2pm for National Vietnam War Veteran’s Day. Liberty County Veteran Service Officer will be on hand to answer your questions concerning VA benefits and claims. Any questions, contact Jerry Killion 936-402-0741. The post is located at 2315 HWY 146S.

PUBLIC ART SHOW

The Dayton Community Center will host the Annual Public Art show from April 3 to 13, and the public is welcome. Open House will be on April 3 from 3 to 6 pm. To display your art in the Dayton Community Center, contact Amanda Wilson at (936) 258 – 6630. To display your art in the Jones Public Library, contact Sidnie Srader at (936) 258- 7060.

SIP AND SUPPORT

On April 28, from 6 to 8 pm, the Dayton Enhancement Committee presents Sip and Support at the community center, 801 S Cleveland, Dayton. $40 per person, there will be wine and Hor D’ Oeuvres. Proceeds benefit the beautification of Dayton. For tickets and sponsorship, contact Kathleen Dwyer at (936) 402-0333.

CONVERSATIONS & BREAKFAST Pastor Ken Davis from Calvary Baptist Church in Dayton invites everyone to come talk to him or pray with him on Friday mornings from 8:30am to 12pm at MacDonald’s. You bring the conversation, and he buys the breakfast. You are also more than welcomed to send him a Facebook message to leave a prayer request for him.

FIRST SUNDAY JAM

Starting on March 5th and every first Sunday of each month Cleveland VFW is sponsoring “The First Sunday” jam hosted by the Loose Change Band from 1-5pm. Bring your axe and your talent. Musicians wanted. There will be food available.

CLEVELAND NINTH GRADE CENTER FOOD MARKET

Cleveland Ninth Grade Center hosts a Food Market every two weeks, from 9 am – 12 pm. This market is set up and run by student volunteers. Everyone is welcome. We have a goal to provide food for 150 families. Help us reach our goal! The Market is located at 1522 N. Blair, Cleveland.

SENIOR LUNCHEON

Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, a free senior luncheon will be held at the Dayton Community Center 11 am – 12 pm. The event will be hosted by the City of Dayton, Trinity River Food Bank, and G.R.A.C.E. Call 936-258-6630 to sign up for a meal.

YARN CLUB

Every Tuesday, 11:30 am –1 pm, Yarn Club meets at the Dayton Community Center. There will be crocheting, quilting, knitting, cross stitch, embroidery, and just about anything you can think of with yarn! Call a Yarn Club member with questions at 281-385-5398.

INSIDE WALKING

Monday-Thursday, 8 am-4 pm, walk the inside air-conditioned hallway square/track (463 ft/0.088 miles) at the Dayton Community Center, 801 S Cleveland St.

SIT & BE FIT

There will be an indoor Senior Workout Class every Monday and Thursday, 12:30–1:15 pm, at the Dayton Community, 801 S Cleveland St. For more information, call 936-258-6630.

SENIOR BREAKFAST

On the third Tuesday of every month, a Senior Breakfast will be held at the Dayton Community Center at 9 am. Donations are welcomed. Thrif-tee Food Center will sponsor the breakfast.

SENIOR BINGO

Every Wednesday and Friday at 12 pm, there will be Senior Bingo held at the Dayton Community Center. It is free for all seniors. For more information, call 936-258-6630 or email communitycenter@daytontx.org.

SENIOR POTLUCK

The Dayton Community Center will host a Senior Potluck in the Senior Center on the third Thursday of every month. Bring a covered dish. For more information, contact 936-258-6630.

DOMINOS

The City of Dayton will host Dominos 42 on Tuesdays from 8 am -12 pm at the Dayton Senior Center. If you are not into “42”, then bring some friends. There will be plenty of cards and dominos at the Senior Center. You can start a new group!

ALCOHOL CHEMICAL TREATMENT SERIES A.C.T.S. is now being offered in Liberty by a trained, program-certified instructor. These classes will satisfy court orders and/or personal growth desires. Mondays at 7 pm at New Life UPC 2510 Jefferson. For additional information, call David Darbonne at 713-502-5685

ENCOUNTER THE BLESSINGS!

Join us on Sundays at 9 am and Wednesdays at 7 pm to experience the move of God. Children’s Church, Youth and nursery provided. You can meet us at 1610 FM 2830 South in Raywood across from the airport (713-562-4447). It’s not church as usual!

HARDIN SENIOR CITIZENS

The Hardin Senior Citizens meet at the Hardin Community Center each week, Tuesday- Friday the center opens at 8:30 am for anyone wanting a little breakfast at no charge or just to swing in to visit. For more information or to reserve your lunch, call 936-2983107. The Hardin Community Center is located at 414 CR 2010 in Hardin.

DAYTON OLD SCHOOL MUSEUM The Dayton Old School Museum is open to the public from 10 am – 2 pm on Saturdays. The museum is located at 111 W. Houston St. in Dayton.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY

The Family Church in Hardin hosts Celebrate Recovery, a weekly class every Tuesday at 7 pm. If you know someone who needs this class, please share this information with them. This is a Bible-based recovery program for alcohol, drugs, codependency, anger management, etc. The Family Church is at 9456 HWY 146 N in Hardin, Texas.

COFFEE WITH THE MAYOR

The City of Liberty has Coffee with the Mayor on the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 am in council chambers.

DAYTON FOOD TRUCK FRIDAYS 11 am - 2 pm every Friday at 111 N Church St. in Dayton.

AMES CITY COUNCIL MEETING As the city’s legislative branch of the City of Ames government, the City Council holds open public meetings where local laws, policies, and fundamental decisions are discussed and decided. City Council members are elected at large.

Notice for all public meetings and agendas are posted before the meeting. Minutes are posted after meetings have concluded.

CLEVELAND COUNCIL MEETING Third Tuesday of each month at 6 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers.

907 E. Houston St. Cleveland, TX 77327

DAYTON CITY COUNCIL MEETING Regular Meetings. 3rd Monday of every month; 6 pm; City Hall Council Chambers 801 S. Cleveland St. Dayton, TX 77535.

LIBERTY CITY COUNCIL MEETING All members are elected at large. The regularly called meetings of the Liberty City Council are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00 pm. Special called meetings are typically held on the fourth Tuesday of each month; however, meetings may be reached at any time to conduct necessary business.

PLUM GROVE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Second Monday of each month Meetings start at 7:00 pm at City Hall.

Due to special circumstances, the start time and date of the council meeting may be adjusted. Check the Calendar for the actual time and place.