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December 3, 2021 - The Rotary Club of Center made a donation to Operation Blue Santa during their Tuesday, November 30, 2021 meeting at the Civic Center.
Detective Nicole Faulkner with the Center Police Department spoke about Operation Blue Santa. In 2020, around 330 kids were helped with Christmas gifts. This year, the program already has 170 kids signed up before December 1st.
Detective Faulkner described the program saying anyone needing assistance can fill out a form for each child in their family. She added Operation Blue Santa is all done through donations with the majority of the shopping handled in Center.
This year the Sheriff's Department is joining to help with Operation Blue Santa by collecting toys and donations as well.
Detective Faulkner ended the program by saying, "People are very giving in this community. I was a little worried that this year was going to be hard on people being able to donate but so far everything is looking really good. I just hope we can continue to do it every year because there is always somebody needing help and there is always kids that are deserving of Christmas that may not get it otherwise."
The history of Operation Blue Santa: In 2015 a couple of the officers with the Center Police Department decided to start providing toys for kids in the community which was also around the time Ed Roberts who was over Santa Rides a Motorcycle for over 35 years was considering retiring from the program. In support of the officers, the Center Police Department Ladies Auxiliary made a donation in memory of Edna Boykins to help the toy drive get underway. Boykins passed away the previous month and was a long time beloved dispatcher, court clerk, and then Associate Judge of the Municipal Court for the city. In 2016 the officers adopted the name Operation Blue Santa for the toy drive and in 2017 the Center Police Department Ladies Auxiliary started hosting Cookies and Cocoa with Santa as a way for collecting gift donations and raise funds. 2021 is the 7th year of the toy drive and the 5th year of Cookies and Cocoa with Santa.
December 3, 2021 - The Center Garden Club enjoyed nice December days as they met Monday and Tuesday to decorate urns on the inside Center Square.
Members decorating were Carolyn Bounds, Shirley Richey, Cherry Jones, Cathy Williams, Carole Ann Chance, Robbie Kerr, Janette Wittmann, Lisa Albers and Rita Hughes. They, also, enjoyed lunch and refreshments at local eateries on each day. As a reminder, Santa's Christmas Parade is coming to town this Saturday, Dec 4th starting at 6pm.
December 2, 2021 - The Joaquin Masonic Lodge #856 is hosting an open house on Saturday, December 4th during the Joaquin Candy Cane Lane Christmas Festival in downtown Joaquin. Festival activities begin at 10am.
The lodge is also hosting a Hamburger Plate fundraiser for its Scholarship Fund. Plates are $10 and includes a Hamburger, chips, and a drink. The Masons look forward to visiting with all who come out.
December 1, 2021 - Pineywoods Outreach Center announces Christmas Stocking and Toy Drive. Please bring New toys, stockings and gift cards. Deliver Gifts to 255 Haley Dr., Center, TX 75935. For questions please call Bishop Martin at (936) 591-7299.
November 30, 2021 - The Taste of the Holidays, Sponsored by Shelby Savings Bank will be this Thursday, December 2nd from 4:30-7:30 pm at the Windham Civic Center. It is a great way to kick off a fun holiday weekend and the December count down to Christmas.
Tickets are available for $15.00 person and will be sold at the door. Children 5 and under are free.
Come sample cuisine and wine from local restaurants and caterers and enjoy a fun festive evening.
Holiday music will be provided by Center High School Band Ensemble. The Center High School Theater Department will at the Taste in fun festive costumes.
Local florists will provide the beautiful centerpieces which will also be given away as door prizes. Thank you to Center Floral and Watson Tucker Florist.
Thank you to our Sponsors: Presenting Sponsor, Shelby Savings Bank; Gold Sponsors, Sabine State Bank and Spector, Inc.
For more information please contact the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce at 936-598-3682 or email info@shelbycountychamber.com.
November 29, 2021 - The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors are hosting the 8th Annual Taste of the Holidays, presented by Shelby Savings Bank, an eclectic culinary sampling and dining experience, on Thursday, December 2, 2021 from 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the John D. Windham Civic Center.
Tickets are available to be purchased at the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce office.
Space is limited and advance tickets are $15 per person. No tickets will be available at the door.
Those showcased in the exclusive Taste of the Holidays are local chamber member restaurants, caterers, florists and other specialty businesses.
Gold sponsors for the Taste of the Holiday event are Specter, Inc. and Sabine State Bank.
For additional information, please call 936.598.3682, email info@shelbycountychamber.com or visit www.shelbycountychamber.com.
November 29, 2021 - The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce Santa’s Christmas Parade Committee announces the 2021 parade will be held on Saturday, December 4th beginning at 6:00pm. The Parade is presented by the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce. The theme for this year’s parade is “Christmas Through the Decades”.
Categories for the 2021 Parade will include: Individuals, Schools, Businesses, Churches and Civic Organizations. Judges will award cash prizes to the top three places in each category. The Float Competition Sponsor is the City of Center.
Parade float entry registration is free and completed applications must be returned to the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce office by Monday, November 29, 2021.
We hope there will be a lot of entries. Decorate your pick up truck, golf cart, horse and buggy etc. Join in the holiday festivities and have fun!
The Rio Theatre will open concessions on parade day at 5pm. The movie showing will to be announced soon, so stay tuned!
The Taste of the Holidays, sponsored by Shelby Savings Bank, will be held on Thursday, December 2nd at the Windham Civic Center from 4:30-7:30pm. There will be delicious food samplings available.
For more information contact the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce at 936-598-3682, email info@shelbycountychamber.com, or visit www.shelbycountychamber.com.
November 24, 2021 - VFW Post 8904 and the Auxiliary, Center, Texas proudly announce Lucinda David, 7th grade student at Joaquin Jr. High School as their post Patriot’s Pen essay contest winner. She received a PP Medal, framed certificate and check for $100 from Post Sr. Vice Newton Johnson, Jr.
Lucinda competed at the district level and it was just announced that she placed second and will receive an engraved plaque and check for $200. Truly an “Outstanding Spokesperson for Freedom.”
VFW Post 8904 and the Auxiliary, Center, Texas proudly announce the co-winners of their post Voice of Democracy competition. From Joaquin High School, senior Cullen Freeman and from Tenaha High School, senior Sarahi Flores.
Each received a VOD Medal, framed certificate and a check for $100 from Post Commander Gene Hutto. Congratulations to both.
November 23, 2021 - The Piney Woods Photographic Society held their regular monthly meeting Saturday, November 20, 2021. The workshop was a tutorial on how to photograph Holiday Lights, inside and outside and a field trip was planned to photograph Christmas lights using the tips and techniques learned in the workshop.
The Piney Woods Photographic Society’s goal is to help you become a better photographer and give you a place to meet others who share your passion for photography. Featuring programs and activities with information and instruction for all skill levels in an environment of support and cooperation. Visitors are welcome to attend our meetings with or without a member.
Follow us on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/groups/PineyWoodsPhoto.
View all the challenge photos on a Flickr page, https://www.flickr.com/groups/pineywoodsphotographic/
The top 3 Food challenge favorites are as follows:
November Challenge “FOOD”
1st Place Favorite - "The Real Thing" by Billie F. Jones, Center, TX
2nd Place Favorite - "Caramel Apple Dip" by Anna Jones, Center, TX
3rd Place Favorite - "Lollipop" by Bobbie Jean Wood
November 22, 2021 - The 8th Annual Joaquin Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held Thursday, November 25th at the Joaquin Community Center, (Senior Citizens Center) in downtown Joaquin.
Prayer of thanksgiving will be at 10am with serving to follow. This is for anyone who would like to participate. Delivery is available (within reason) for those who cannot get out. Drive through and carry out will also be available.
To volunteer or to request delivery please contact Kimberly Sam Walton on Facebook or text 903-754-0237.
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