Published: April 03, 2008 11:36 am            

Community Calendar

April 4

Men’s Steak Night at VFW Post 4746, 6 to 8 p.m. $9 per person includes steak, baked potato and salad. This event repeats every month on the first Friday. Pool tournament is 8 p.m. every Friday. Non-members welcome. The VFW is located at 224 Zion Hill Road. For information, call (817) 594-7356.

Mix & Match Singles — Game night, 7 p.m. at Weatherford Doss Center. Bring a snack. Call Wanda (817) 599-3837.

North Central Texas Workforce of Parker County, 126 College Park Dr., Weatherford — Basic Computer Skills; all day class, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; free. Please call ahead to reserve a seat. No children please.

Parker County Chapter 2153 AARP will meet 10 a.m. in the Meeting Room at Weatherford Public Library, 1014 Charles St., Weatherford. There will be a tour of the library.

April 4-5

Manna Storehouse Giant Sale, 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., 129 E. Spring St., Weatherford (all volunteer, non-profit organization).

April 5

Brock-Dennis Volunteer Fire Department Fish Fry Fundraiser, 4 to 8 p.m. at Station One, Hwy. 1189 (just south of I-20, next to County Barn). Cost per person – your donation. Food, auctions, bounce houses. For donation information, call (817) 319-6892 or (817) 597-6555.

Cow Drop Raffle — $5/chance; corner of South Main and Couts Street. If the cow “does his doody” on your square, you could win $500. Games, food, drinks, barbecue. Tickets available at Crosstimbers Academy School, Quickprint of Weatherford (on the square) or Cutters Corral Salon (106 Couts, behind the Cow Drop location). Proceeds benefit Academy Senior Class to be used for prom and scholarships. Need not be present to win.

The Greater Fort Worth Council of the American Council of the Blind will hold its monthly meeting at 10 a.m. at the Cook Children’s Hospital (corner of 7th St. and Terrell Ave., Fort Worth) in the Board Room adjacent to the cafeteria. Business meeting plus discussion for the balance of 2008; discuss group fund raising efforts with reference to obtaining more associate members and sustaining members.

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway, 100 Park Road 71, Mineral Wells — Star Gazing – Beginning Astronomy, 8 p.m. at Lone Star Amphitheater (park at the State Trailway Parking Area at State Park trail head) – This event will familiarize participants with constellations of the season, and specific stars and object of interest. The program will start with a slide presentation, followed by telescope observation. Several telescopes will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring telescopes or binoculars and blanket or lawn chairs. Event is free with paid admission to the park; $5 per person/children 12 and under free. For information, call (940) 328-1171.

Mix & Match Singles — Brunch at R&K on Bankhead, 10 a.m. Call Donna (817) 341-7613.

The North Texas Gluten Intolerance Group meets at the North Richland Hills Church of Christ, 6300 NE Loop 820. Free Celiac 101 Class begins at 9 a.m., register at education@northtexasgig.com; Regular Support Group begins at 10 a.m. Both end at noon. Anna Sobaski, creator and owner of Breads from Anna will be the speaker. All Breads From Anna are gluten, soy, nut and rice and free; several are also corn, dairy and yeast free. All the mixes are manufactured in a gluten-free facility and are OU Kosher certified. Call (817) 967-2804 for details, or go to www.northtexasgig.com.

Lawrence Alexander Cancer Benefit — 4 p.m. to close at VFW Post 4746. Live music by Snuff Garrett, Randy Hawkins and Cody Pendant. $10 cover includes food, sodas and music. All proceeds to benefit Lawrence Alexander who is in Stage 3 of Lymphoma Cancer. This will help offset bills and medical expenses. Public invited. The VFW is located at 224 Zion Hill Road. For information, call (817) 594-7356.

April 6

The North Main Church of Christ, 1302 N. Main, Weatherford, will be having two guest speakers – John Reese, president of World Bible School will be speaking to the combined adult classes at 9:30 a.m. and then at 10:30 a.m. Ken Kendall-Ball will speak including as one of his topics will be Lessons To Live By, African curriculum being created by the ladies of North Main. Everyone invited.

April 7

Loss Support Group open to all having loss. 5:30 p.m. at the Family Life Center at First United Methodist Church, 301 S. Main St., Weatherford. Regular meeting, speaker to be announced. For more information, call Glenn Jones, (817) 599-4231 or (817) 594-1132.

Mix & Match Singles — Board meeting at Weatherford Doss Center, 7 p.m. Call Sheila (817) 599-7108.

April 9

North Central Texas Workforce of Parker County, 126 College Park Dr., Weatherford — “Competing in a Changing Job Market”; 9:30 a.m. to noon; free. Please call ahead to reserve a seat. No children please.

April 10

Mix & Match Singles — Dinner at Cracker Barrell, 6:30 p.m. Call Sheila (817) 599-7108.

April 11

Mix & Match Singles — Game night, 7 p.m. at Weatherford Doss Center. Bring a snack. Call (817) 599-3837.

The PIONEERS (square dance club available for all of Parker County) will dance at the Central Christian Church, 1602 S. Main, Weatherford. The caller will be Charles Quisenberry The workshop will begin at 7:30 p.m. and the Grand March will start at 8 p.m. For information about lessons, call (817) 596-0423.

April 11-12

20th Anniversary of Collin County – Live From Collin County - Roasted and Toasted (formerly Live From Plano), a satirical musical review benefiting four charities at the McKinney Performing Arts Center, located at the Old Collin County Courthouse in the McKinney Town Square. Included are pre-show dinner and a silent and live auction. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Assistance Center of Collin County, Child and Family Guidance Center, Crossroads Family Services, and My Possibilities. For information or to find out how you can be involved in the event, contact Glenna Blackstone at gblks@man.com or visit the Web site http://www.livefromcc.com/

April 12

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway, 100 Park Road 71, Mineral Wells — Kid’s Wilderness Survival, 9 a.m. at Lake Mineral Wells SP – Two an a half hour course is a fun way for kids to learn what to do if they become lost. Course includes interactive games, demonstrations and a hike on the Nature Trail. Course requires kids accompanied by a parent, guardian or youth group leader. Event is free with paid admission to the park; $5 per person/children 12 and under free. Reservations required (accepting 25), (940) 328-1171.

Mix & Match Singles — Movie and dinner; meet in theater lobby. Call information line (817) 259-0262 or call Donna at (817) 341-7613.

Old-Fashioned Gospel Singing, 7 to 9 p.m. at Greenwood Community Center. Everyone welcome. For information, call James Carroll at (817) 594-6246.

Parker Paws, noon to 3:30 p.m. at PetsMart — Mobile Adoption Trailer with various breeds of dogs and cats available for adoption (weather permitting). For information www.parkerpaws.org

Tin Top Volunteer Fire Department Barbecue at Station 1, 4970 Tin Top Road, Weatherford, 5 to 8 p.m. Adults $7/ages 6-12 $3, ages 5 and under free.

April 12-13

Fourth Annual Spring Garden Train Festival at Clark Gardens Botanical Park; 567 Maddux Road, Weatherford, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For information, call (940) 682-4856 or e-mail trey@clarkgardens.com

April 14

The Parker County Active Democrats will hold its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. at the 20th Century Club located at 321 S. Main St. in Weatherford. A meal is served at 6. Visitors are welcome. For information, call Darrel Behrens at (817) 266-0671.

April 15

Evergreen Club of Northside Baptist Church, 910 N. Main St. will meet in the Fellowship Hall at 10:30 a.m. The program will be brought by Maxine Ratliff on Coin Collection. A covered dish luncheon will follow. Anyone age 50 and up is invited to come enjoy the food, fun and fellowship. For more information, call (817) 594-2108.

April 16

CVS/pharmacy’s Free Blood Pressure/Cholesterol Screening 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 407 S. Main, Weatherford. No appointment necessary. For information, call (817) 596-8374.

North Central Texas Workforce of Parker County, 126 College Park Dr., Weatherford — “Get the Job You Want”; 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; free. Please call ahead to reserve a seat. No children please.

April 17

Freedom House Candlelight Vigil, 6 to 8 p.m.; new location, Cherry Park; free picnic beginning at 6 p.m. followed by Candlelight Vigil at 7 p.m. This is a community event honoring victims of crime, sponsored by Freedom House and Offices of Parker County District & County Attorneys & CSCD. For more information contact Freedom House at (817) 596-7543.

April 18

Ladies Auxiliary Chicken Fried Steak Night at VFW Post 4746, 6 to 8 p.m. $8 per person includes chicken fried steak, mashed potatoes with gravy, two vegetables, salad and bread. This event repeats every month on the third Friday. Pool tournament is 8 p.m. every Friday. Non-members welcome. The VFW is located at 224 Zion Hill Road. For information, call (817) 594-7356.

Mix & Match Singles — Game night, 7 p.m. Pot luck. Call Wanda (817) 599-3837.

North Central Texas Workforce of Parker County, 126 College Park Dr., Weatherford — Computer Course-Windows; all day class, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; free. Please call ahead to reserve a seat. No children please.

Parker County Master Gardeners Seminars for Azle Central Park, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Cross Timbers Coffee Co. and Conference Center, 404 W. Main St., Azle. Soil/soil fertility by Prof. Mark Schusler; Water Conservation and Collection by Homer Babbitt; Native Grasses in Your Landscape by John Snowden owner Blue Stem Nursery.

April 18-19

Disney High School Musical on Stage as performed by Tison Middle School students; 7 p.m.; admission $5.

Relay For Life of Parker County. For information, contact Suzy Cooper at (817) 341-2145 or register your team, contact Pam Frink at (817) 599-0558.

April 19

28th Annual Shaw-Kemp Open House, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on 51 S going toward Granbury.

The East Parker County Genealogy and Historical Society will welcome Spring with a tour of Clark Gardens in Mineral Wells. Call Vicki for more information, driving instructions or to carpool, (817) 233-3244.

Free Children’s Car Seat Inspection, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at The Mader-Bagley State Farm Agency, 1916 Martin Drive, Weatherford by appointment only. For appointments and information contact The Mader-Bagley State Farm Agency at (817) 596-0241.

Lake Mineral Wells State Park & Trailway, 100 Park Road 71, Mineral Wells — Night Sounds – 8:30 p.m. – Listen to the sounds of a Texas summer night. Actual and recorded sound of insects, birds, frogs and mammals will be heard and identified with slides. Bring a lawn chair. Event is free with paid admission to the park; $5 per person/children 12 and under free. For information, call (940) 328-1171.

Mix & Match Singles — TOTS; meet in lobby at 7:30 p.m. Call information line (817) 259-0262 or call Donna at (817) 341-7613.

April 24

Mix & Match Singles — Dinner at Cracker Barrell, 6:30 p.m. Call Sheila (817) 599-7108.

April 25

Mix & Match Singles — Game night, 7 p.m. at Weatherford Doss Center. Bring a snack. Call Wanda (817) 599-3837.



Income Tax Assistance

Senior Center — AARP will once again be offering income tax assistance every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. starting now through April 9. To make an appointment, see a staff member in the Senior Center office, 1225 Holland Lake Drive, Weatherford, or call (817) 596-4640.

Weatherford Public Library — The AARP will provide free tax help Saturdays from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the auditorium of Weatherford Public Library April 5 and 12. The library is located at 1014 Charles Street. People requesting assistance will need to bring their W-2s and any other information necessary to complete the forms. This year’s participants may make reservations by calling the library at (817) 598-4150 during regular business hours Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Friday through Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday 2 to 6 p.m. Those with reservations will be assisted prior to walk-ins but assistance is available for all. Stinulas Package only will be available for extra two weeks in April, Wednesdays at the Senior Center and Saturdays at the Library.

AARP Tax Help — Weatherford Center of Hope, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, (817) 594-0266; Aledo Center of Hope, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays, (817) 441-2442; Mineral Wells Senior Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesdays, (940) 325-6470; Springtown Senior Center, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays, (817) 220-7759.

        

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