Community Calendar
Monday, April 21
11:00 a.m. – Groesbeck Maffett Library is kicking off its Spring Family Craft event with a Children's Storytime. Come by for a great story and stay to paint your own terracotta pot!
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5:30 p.m. — Aggie Muster, Pork Chop Dinner $15, RSVP by text by April 14 to 254-715-5352 or email Angela.torp@yahoo.com
Thursday, April 24
5:30 to 7:30 p.m. — April Art Walk Exhibition: 'Western and Southwestern Art' presented by Trinity Star Arts Gallery in Fairfield.
Friday - Sunday, April 25-27
7:30 p.m. — Groesbeck Pro Rodeo at the Limestone County Fairgrounds. Friday (slack), Saturday Night Show, and Sunday Matinee Rodeo. Sponsored by the Groesebeck Chamber of Commerce with Cadillac Rodeo Company and the Limestone Co. Fairgrounds. UPRA/CPRA Sanctioned. $10 Admission. Mutton Bustin. Concessions. Vendor Options. Sponsorships Available.
Friday & Saturday, April 25 & 26
Spring Trail Ride at Old Fort Parker. Current negative coggins are required. RV spots are available. Call the fort to reserve at 254-729-5253. Check the event page on Facebook for more information. https://www.facebook.com/events/650763200648467
Friday, April 25
9 a.m. to Noon — Limestone Medical Center annual health fair Spring Fling. Come for free diagnostics tests from LMC and educational booths.
Saturday, April 26
6 a.m. to 3 p.m. — 3rd annual Trooper Chad Walker Memorial Scholarship Fishing Tournament at Lake Limestone Park #2. $1000 prize with bass and crappie categories. The entry fee is $100 per team, $50 per person, and $30 for kids derby. Fish begins at 6:15 a.m. with bass weigh-in at 2 p.m. and crappie weigh-in at 2:30 p.m. Sponsorships available at $250, $500, and $1000. Contact Tobie for more information at 254-652-7945.
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8 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Community Care Club on the south side of Richland Chambers Lake will host its annual garage sale in the area of FM 416. It will be at Southern Oaks Volunteer Fire Station at 120 Southern Oaks Drive, just north of the closed Shell station on FM 416, Saturday, April 26, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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9 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Groesbeck Ex Students will host a car wash at Farmers State Bank. $10 per car, $15 per trucks. Profits will be used to fund scholarships.
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9 a.m. to 3 p.m. — The Kosse Community Center will host the annual Kosse Spring Festival
The event will feature jump houses, a baked goods contest, desserts, arts and crafts vendors, a silent auction and a "Mr. & Ms. Kosse" contest for children. Food concessions and vendor booths will be available inside. Those interested in participating in the contest or reserving a vendor booth can call 254-375-2212.
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10 a.m. to 6 p.m. — Mudbugs For Heroes will be hosted by Lazy S Ranch. Crawfish and trimming, hamburgers and hot dogs. three silent auctions, live auction at 1p.m., cornhole, guest
speakers, a DJ and a playground. Plates are $25. A Memorial for Limestone County Favorite Son Kenneth Sims; 12:30 p.m. Motorcycle games, Vendors, Camping, and Orders to Go. Funds used to assist our local veterans and their families. Find them on Facebook at Veteran Partners of Texas or call 254-723-7810 with questions.
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10 a.m. — Limestone County 19th of June Organization Meeting Saturday, April 26 at Booker T. Washington Park at Comanche Crossing. The organization will also be sponsoring a garage sale and fish fry fundraiser.
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5 p.m. — CASA of Freestone and Limestone Counties 2nd Annual Bingo Fundraiser hosted at Tranquilo Ranch. Join them for an enjoyable evening of socializing, dining, and prize competitions, and discover more about CASA of Freestone and Limestone Counties and our community endeavors.
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6 p.m. — Groesbeck Little Dribblers will hold its annual meeting in the White Gym.
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6:30 p.m. — Sardis Primitive Baptist Church 2025 Choir Musical. Featured guests will be Demonte Chism & EGM, Minister Fred Griffith and Fresh Wind Ministries of Waco. 1021 E. Palestine St., Mexia.
Sunday, April 27
3 p.m. — Groesbeck Pro Rodeo at the Limestone County Fairgrounds. Sunday Matinee Rodeo. Sponsored by the Groesebeck Chamber of Commerce with Cadillac Rodeo Company and the Limestone Co. Fairgrounds. UPRA/CPRA Sanctioned. $10 Admission. Mutton Bustin. Concessions. Vendor Options. Sponsorships Available. Mariachi Osos Dorados performance after the rodeo.
Monday, April 28
6 to 8 p.m. — Goat Bowl - Groesbeck juniors vs. seniors. $5 entry fee at GHS Stadium
Tuesday, April 29
2 p.m. —The quarterly goals and strategic planning review meeting of the South Limestone Hospital District Board of Directors will be held in the Boardroom of Limestone Medical Center, 701 McClintic Drive, Groesbeck.
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3 p.m. — The regularly scheduled meeting of the South Limestone Hospital District Board of Directors will be held in the Boardroom of Limestone Medical Center, 701 McClintic Drive, Groesbeck.
Wednesday, April 30
5 to 7 p.m. — Meet and Greet with new Mexia Area Chamber of Commerce Coordinator Sarah Myers at Heritage Real Estate office, 205 N McKinney St Ste. 1, Mexia.
Saturday, May 3
All Day — Groesbeck Spring City Wide Garage Sales. Call the chamber office at 254-729-3894 to have your address added to the list.
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8 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Second annual Kruzin’ to Kosse Truck & Car Show, hosted by Chris Heise and “Relaxed Atmosphere,” will take place downtown on Narcissus Street. The event will feature multiple vehicle categories with awards. To register, contact Chris at 832-876-7975 or Smiley at 713-825-7185.
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9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — Groesbeck Spring Peddler’s Market at the Groesbeck Convention Center, 106 E. Navasota. Sponsored by the Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce. More details and vendor information to come.
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10:30 a.m. — The annual memorial service and business meeting for Prairie Grove Cemetery Association. The business meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m. with the memorial service following immediately after at 11 a.m.
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10 a.m. to 3 p.m. — Kiddz 4 Kites sponsored by Blossom’s Florist & Garden Center. This is a free event. Bring your family & friends for a day of fun with kite flying, music and games (Kites will be provided) Located at Mexia Sports Complex Soccer Fields.
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11 a.m. to 2 p.m. — The Kosse Heritage Society and the "Kosse Queen of Heart Ladies" will be hosting an open house and free refreshments at 300 South Mignonette at the Heritage House. Come take a tour of Kosse's only Airbnb and some historical relics! Come downtown to tour the car show then swing on by the Heritage House.
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Noon — Cornhole and 42 Tournament at the Thornton Slab. $20 per person/per game. Bring a partner. Cash/Venmo only. Single elimination tournament, 50% payout, Z-man’s BBQ. Contact Harlie Masters for more info at 254-744-6779 or Thorntonchamber@yahoo.com.
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10 a.m. to 4 p.m. — Lakeside Legacy Event at Fort Parker State Park with free entry and activities. Canoes, Tour Boat Rides, Balloon Animals, Face Painting, Uncle Mike’s Dutch Oven Cooking, Archery, Baby Alligators and Snakes, Backyard Bass, Operation Game Thief Trailer, River Studies of Inland Fisheries, Texas Outdoor Family, Live Wildlife Specimens, Birds of Prey HOT Nature Center, Fishing’s Future Invertebrates, Groesbeck Fire Dept.Touch a Truck. Food trucks will also be available at a cost.
Sunday, May 4
3 p.m. — Tabernacle of Faith P.B. Church hosts Family and Friends Day with Elder Henry V. Chambers Jr., 600 E. Sumpter St., Mexia
Monday, May 5
10:30 a.m. — Children’s Storytime at the Groesbeck Public Library.
Thursday, May 8
6 p.m. — The GHS Spring Athletic Banquet will take place at the Groesbeck Convention Center
106 E. Navasota. This will be honoring all basketball, powerlifting, track, softball, baseball, golf, rodeo teams & Coaches. Must have a ticket to attend, no exceptions. Players will be free but MUST have their ticket to enter! Cutoff for ticket sales will be May 1, or until seats are sold out. Contact Brandi Getz for more info at 254-423-8412
Saturday, May 10
10 a.m. — Family Cook Out Day at Old Fort Parker. Flyer coming soon.
Tuesday, May 13
Groesbeck FFA Banquet at Groesbeck Convention Center
Thursday, May 15
6:00 p.m. – Groesbeck High School Class Night in the GHS Auditorium
Friday. May 16
9:00 a.m. – Groesbeck ISD Senior Walk beginning at HO Whitehurst Elementary
Saturday, May 17
8:30 a.m. — The Southwestern Donkey and Mule Society (SDMS) is hosting a free miniature donkey/donkey and mule show at the Limestone County Fairgrounds. The event will include small and large donkeys and mules competing in classes like halter, showmanship, obstacle driving, and more.
Sunday, May 18
3 p.m. – GHS Baccalaureate in the GHS Auditorium
Monday, May 19
10:30 a.m. — Children’s Storytime at the Groesbeck Public Library.
Friday, May 23
8 p.m. – Groesbeck Graduation GHS Football Field
Thursday - Sunday, May 29 - June 1
Summer Attack on Fort Parker, a civil war reenactment at Old Fort Parker.
Monday, June 2
10:30 a.m. — Children’s Storytime at the Groesbeck Public Library.
Saturday, June 7
3 p.m. — Fort Fest Concert at Old Fort Parker. Details and flyer to come.
Friday, June 13
3 p.m. — Movie Night Provided By Farm Bureau Insurance- More Information Coming.
Monday, June 16
10:30 a.m. — Children’s Storytime at the Groesbeck Public Library.
Thursday - Saturday, June 19-21
Thornton Homecoming Rodeo.
Thursday, June 19
7 p.m. – Youth Rodeo at the Thornton Rodeo Grounds. Entry forms available on Facebook. Free admission.
Friday, June 20 & Saturday, June 21
8 p.m. – Thornton Homecoming Rodeo at the Thornton Rodeo Grounds. $12 per person; kids 10 and under are free. CPRA/UPRA co-approved event with $4,500 added money. Events include Wild Cow Milkin’, Junior Bull Riding (ages 11–15), and Mutton Bustin’ (ages 6 & under). Birth certificates required for youth events. Food trucks and vendors nightly.
Saturday, June 21
8 a.m. – Pie Contest at the Thornton Community Center.
11 a.m. – Thornton Homecoming Parade. Line-up begins at 10 a.m.
Following Parade – Lunch at the Thornton Community Center.
After the Rodeo – Saturday Night Dance featuring the Gordon Collier Band. $20 per couple or $12 per person. $1 credit card fee applies.
Saturday, July 5
10 a.m. — Independence Day Homemade Ice Cream Contest and Social at Old Fort Parker. Flyer and more details to follow.
Saturday, July 26
11 a.m. until gone — The 4th Annual VFD Thornton Fish Fry is back! Enjoy a delicious meal featuring fried fish, French fries, coleslaw, pinto beans, hush puppies, banana pudding, tea, and water. Plates are $15 each, and to-go options are available. In addition, a Cornhole Tournament with a 50/50 payout will take place indoors with air conditioning. Sign-ups start at noon, and the tournament begins at 2 p.m. Entry fee is $50 per team. Door prizes and a live auction will also be part of the event. Located at Mary Helen Nance Community Center, 301 E 8th St, Thornton, TX.
Friday - Saturday, Sept. 12 - 14
Fall Trail Ride at Old Fort Parker. Current negative coggins required. RV spots available. Call the fort to reserve 254-729-5253. Check the event page on Facebook for more information. https://www.facebook.com/events/1339560223844883
Friday - Saturday, Oct. 3 - 5
18th Century Colonial Encampment at Old Fort Parker. More information to come.
Saturday, Oct. 4
All Day — Groesbeck Fall City Wide Garage Sales. Call the chamber office at 254-729-3894 to have your address added to the list.
Thursday - Saturday, Oct. 23 - 25
Fall Attack on Fort Parker, a civil war reenactment at Old Fort Parker.
Saturday - Sunday, Nov. 8 & 9
Renaissance Character Camp at Old Fort Parker, more information to come.
Friday - Saturday, Nov. 21 - 23
Thanksgiving Trail Ride at Old Fort Parker. Current negative coggins required. RV spots available. Call the fort to reserve 254-729-5253. Check the event page on Facebook for more information. https://www.facebook.com/events/1173870504378858
Thursday - Sunday, Dec. 11 - 14
Annual Christmas At The Fort Pre-1840 Living History Reenactment. Flyer and More Information Coming Soon.
Ongoing
Every Weekday, Noon to 1 p.m. — Everyone is invited to the prayer room, 208 A E. Rusk, Mexia.
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Every Monday at 8 a.m. — Early Birds continue to meet. Everyone is welcome as they study the history of the church and the Bible at Springfield Hall, Park Rd. 35, Groesbeck.
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Every Monday at 10 a.m. — Bingo at the Mexia Senior Center, 111 N Sherman St.
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Every Monday at noon — AA meeting held by First Methodist Church at the MAC Building (212 W Navasota) Entry is available through the side door in the alley.
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Every Monday from 6 to 8 p.m. — Anyone wanting to learn to knit or crochet is invited. There is no cost, and the yarn is provided. – For more information, call 281-224-5137
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Every Monday, 7 p.m. — Celebrate Recovery for adults is held at Shiloh Baptist Church – For more information, contact Pastor David at 254-747-5847.
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Every first Monday, 6 p.m. — Groesbeck Masonic Lodge #354 meal and meeting.
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Every second Monday, 5:30 p.m. — The Limestone Cancer Support Group meets at the Mexia EDC boardroom, 214 N. Sherman in Mexia. – Anyone interested in helping those going through cancer treatment or who wants more information all are welcome to attend. – For more information, email everycancermatters@yahoo.com.
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Every third Monday, 6 p.m. — Mexia ISD Regular Meeting at the Administration Building, 616 N. Red River St. – Called meetings are conducted at times and dates as the need arises.
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Last Monday of each month, Noon — American Legion Department of Texas Post 288 brunch, meeting immediately after at 213 West Navasota Street.
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Every Tuesday at 9 a.m. — Windsor Skilled Care hosts an exercise class. Located at 510 W. State Street in Groesbeck.
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Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 9 a.m. — 42 dominoes at the Mexia Senior Center, 111 N Sherman St.
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Every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. — Bingo at the Groesbeck Senior Center, 510 W State Street.
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Every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. — Dominoes and cards at the Kosse Community Center, 200 TX-14.
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Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 7 to 8 pm — Narcotics Anonymous meets at the building beside 401 W. Sabine in Groesbeck. – For questions, email journeyin2recovery@gmail.com.
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Every Tuesday and Thursday, at 7 p.m.— Central Baptist Church in Thornton hosts Life Recovery Meetings for any addiction or life circumstance. Contact Pastor Tracy Sims at 254-747-3264 or Jamie Garrett at 254-422-0093 with any questions. “Recovery is a process, you just have to start.”
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First and third Tuesday of each month, 9 a.m. to noon and 4 to 6 p.m. — Caritas of Mexia will hold drive-up food distributions.
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Every first Tuesday, Noon — The Groesbeck Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors meets at the Groesbeck Convention Center Club Room for their monthly meeting.
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Every first Tuesday, at 6 p.m. — The Thornton Masonic Lodge #486 meets – All Masons are invited to attend.
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Every first Tuesday, 7 p.m. — West Lake Limestone WLLVFD Station 1 regular business meeting at 6614 FM 937 in Thornton – Public welcome.
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Every third Tuesday — The Stone County Conservative Coalition meets. – For the place of the meeting, please email stonecountycc@gmail.com.
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Every third Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. — Mexia City Council Regular Meeting at City Hall, 101 N. McKinney in Mexia – Called meetings are conducted at times and dates as needed.
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Every fourth Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. — Tri-County Beekeepers meet at Sam’s Restaurant in Fairfield.
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Every Wednesday, 11 a.m. — Senior workout at the Groesbeck Senior Center, 510 W State Street. Bring dumbbells suited for you.
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Every Wednesday, Noon — Groesbeck Lions Club meets at Mi Rancho Mexican Restaurant.
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Every Wednesday, Noon — 42 dominoes at the Groesbeck Senior Center, 510 W State Street.
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Every first and third Wednesday, from 9:30 a.m. to noon — Fishes and Loaves Food Pantry at Church on the Rock in Groesbeck at 1470 Highway 14 is open to those in need. You can come as many times as needed. For more information, call 254-729-5200.
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Every Thursday, 10 a.m. or 6:30 p.m. — GriefShare, a grief support group at Calvary Baptist Church, 519 McKinney, in Mexia. – Entrance and parking in the back of the building – For more information, call 254-562-2269.
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Every Thursday, 11 a.m. — Senior Workout at the Thornton Central Baptist Church. Bring dumbbells suited for you.
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Every second Thursday, 9 a.m. — Coffee for Veterans with the Groesbeck American Legion Post 288 at the American Legion Post 213 W Navasota.
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Every Friday at 10 a.m. — Bingo at the Mexia Senior Center, 111 N Sherman St.
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Every Friday at 10:30 a.m. — Bingo at the Groesbeck Senior Center, 510 W State Street.
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Every Friday at noon — 42 dominoes at the Groesbeck Senior Center, 510 W State Street.
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Every Friday at noon — AA meeting held by First Methodist Church at the MAC Building (212 W Navasota) Entry is available through the side door in the alley.
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Every second Saturday — 10:30 a.m. — Monthly Meeting and Potluck Lunch. The public is invited. Potluck Lunch starts at noon or right after the meeting. We encourage all our veterans to come out for good food and fun visiting.VETERAN PARTNERS OF TEXAS, P.O. BOX 112, 972 FM 1365, MEXIA, TX 76664 fb/peersupport171
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Third Saturday of every month, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. — Veterans Marketplace, at Veteran Partners of Texas, 972 FM 1365, Mexia, TX 76667. Help support our local veterans. Veteran Vendor Fees are $20. Non-Veteran Vendor Fees are $35 for one spot and $45 for two spots. Email mpsc4vets@gmail.com or call Joe Rob at 254-723-7810 for more info.
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If you are interested in taking free GED classes, please contact us via email at director@groesbecklibrary.org or a phone call at 254-729-3667. If it is after hours, please leave a message and a callback number.
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Veterans who need someone to talk to are invited to call the Veterans Partners of Texas to talk to a volunteer who will listen. Call 254-562-9270 and text Joe “JoeRob” Roberts to arrange a date.
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Got questions? Call The Journal office at 254-729-5103 or The News at 254-562-2868.