Ricky Seals Golf Tournament

The Sealy Tiger Booster Club will host the Ricky Seals Memorial Golf Tournament July 11 at the Stephen F. Austin Golf Course. Participants can sign up to play at 8 a.m. or 2 p.m. Sponsors for the event are also needed, with advertisements to be placed on signs displayed on the golf course. To sign up to play in the tournament or sponsor the event, call Jimmie Mitchell at Sealy High School at (979) 885-2461 or Brett Montier at (281) 734-8658.

Arts and crafts show

American Legion Post 200 of Wallis is sponsoring its fifth annual arts and crafts show July 12 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. and July 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Wallis American Legion Hall, 330 Legion Road in Wallis. Chopped barbecue sandwiches, hamburgers, desserts and drinks will be served at the event. There is an admission fee of $1 and door prizes will be given hourly. For more information, call (979) 885-2164.

Swine tag-in

It’s time once again to tag-in swine for the Austin County Fair. The tag in is set for July 12 from 6-8 a.m. at the Austin County Fairgrounds in Bellville. The tags will cost $5 per animal. Family tagging will be allowed. For more information, contact Kathy Ignasiak at (979) 865-2261.

Sealy dance

The Polka Lovers Klub of America will hold a free dance July 13 from 2-6 p.m. at the Sealy American Legion Hall, 1630 Meyer, with music by the Texas Sound Czech Band.

Vacation Bible School

The Sealy Circuit AME Churches and Rev. David Bradford are hosting a Sealy-San Felipe community Vacation Bible School July 14-18 starting at 6 p.m. and with dinner served beforehand from 5-5:45 p.m. For more information, call Carolyn Scott at (979) 877-0534 or St. Paul AME Church at (979) 885-2149.

Woodmen meeting

Woodmen Lodge 105 members will meet July 14 at 7 p.m. at the home of Gladys and Herbert Frank, 515 Maler Road.

1st Step meeting

Hospice Brazos Valley offers 1st Step meeting on the third Tuesday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., with the next meeting set for July 15. 1st Step helps family members who have experienced the death of a loved one learn healthy grieving methods and encourages comfort and hope. Beverages are provided at each meeting and guests should bring a dish to share. For more information, call Marlise Johnson at (979) 968-6913.

AARP meeting

The Sealy AARP chapter will meet July 17 at noon at the Hill Center, 1000 N. Main St.

Blood drive

St. John Lutheran Church of Cat Spring is hosting a blood drive July 17 from 4-8 p.m. at the church fellowship hall on Ross Street in Cat Spring. Walk-ins are welcome. The need for blood is critical. Give the gift of life. For more information, call the church at (979) 865-5444.

Christian Women’s Connection

The Katy Christian Women’s Connection is hosting the “putting a stamp on happiness” luncheon July 17 from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Golf Club at Cinco Ranch, 23030 Cinco Ranch Boulevard in Katy. Lizette Lobpries of Stamping Up will demonstrate how to create greeting cards using stamps. Nancy Briggs, a cancer survivor, will present on the search for happiness. The cost of the luncheon is $16 inclusive per person. Reservations are required and should be made by July 14 at 5 p.m. For more information or to make reservations, call Elizabeth at (281) 395-9922 or email KATYCWC@gmail.com.

DAR meeting

The San Felipe de Austin Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) will meet July 19 at 10 a.m. at the First National Bank Community Center, 11 N. Bell in Bellville.

Fireman’s Frolic

The Sealy Volunteer Fire Department is hosting the 74th annual Fireman’s Frolic July 19 at the Sealy Knights of Columbus Hall, 1390 Hwy 90 West. The event will feature craft booths, kid’s rides, a kid’s movie, a catfish dinner beginning at 5 p.m. and an auction to follow. Donations are needed for the auction. For more information about the event or to make a donation, call the SVFD at (979) 885-2222.

KJZT bake sale

The Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas, KJZT No. 22, will hold a “no bake” bake sale July 19-20 after the masses at Guardian Angel Catholic Church in Wallis. Money raised will go to the Midwest Disaster Relief fund. Checks should be made payable to the Catholic Family Fraternal of Texas. Funds received, including any matching funds, will be forwarded to Catholic Charities U.S.A. For more information, contact Judith Michulka at (979) 335-4081. Masses are on Saturdays at 6:30 p.m. and Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and 11 a.m.

Volleyball camp

Faith Academy of Bellville will host the Lady Knight volleyball camp July 21-25. Students in grades six through eight can attend from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and students in grades nine through 12 can attend from 1-4 p.m. The cost of the camp is $60 and includes a T-shirt. For more information, contact Faith Academy of Bellville at (979) 865-1811 or at 12177 Hwy 36.

Alzheimer’s program

The Alzheimer’s Association of Houston and Southeast Texas Chapter will present a free educational program on aging, memory loss and Alzheimer’s disease on July 22 from 6-7:30 p.m. at the United Way Waller County Service Center, 531 FM 359 South in Brookshire. Find out when memory loss is normal and when it’s a sign of Alzheimer’s. To register, contact Katie Olson at (713) 314-1300. For more information about the association visit www.alztex.org.

Fall prevention

The Council for Health Education and Development is hosting a falls and balance workshop July 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church, 520 N. Holland St. in Bellville. The workshop will focus on causes and costs of falling and strategies in fall prevention. The event is free to those registered. To meet the July 24 registration deadline call (877) 747-1542.

Hollien family reunion

Descendants of Johann Friedrich and Hulda (Ramm) Hollien are invited to attend the Hollien reunion on July 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. John’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall, Hwy 36 and 5th St. in Sealy. Bring a covered dish and enjoy family history. To attend or for more information, contact reunion president Rick Cagney at (713) 661-9607 or Pat Klotz at (979) 885-3695.

Brazos reunion

Brazos High School Classes of 1975, 1976, 1977, 1978 and 1979 are having a reunion Aug. 2 from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Orchard Community Center cafeteria. Register at www.brazos.classquest.com for $20 per person (children 10 and under free). The fee will cover the hall rental, security, a barbecue lunch, water and soft drinks. Please visit the Classmates and PhotoAlbums areas. For more information, e-mail edbaca@aol.com or call (512) 569-5103.

Frelsburg festival

Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church of Freslburg will hold its annual festival Aug. 3. The church is located 10 miles north of Columbus off FM 109 at 1031 Church Lane. The day will begin with holy mass at 8:15 a.m. A meal of fried fish, buttered potatoes, hush puppies, coleslaw, pinto beans, bread, pickles and tea will be served at 11 a.m. Meal tickets are $7.50 for a large plate and $4.50 for a small plate. To-go plates will be available for $7.50. The event will feature live music, a dance, an auction, arts and crafts and games.

Student registration

Sealy High School is holding new student registration Aug. 5-7 from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1-3 p.m. in the counselor’s office. Appointments are preferred. For more information or to schedule an appointment call (979) 885-3515, extension 7100.

Freshman orientation

Sealy High School is holding freshman orientation for 2008-09 ninth-graders Aug. 12 from 9 a.m. to noon at the school. The orientation will provide students with information for the upcoming school year and is only for freshmen. For more information call (979) 885-3515.

Widow support group

Hospice Brazos Valley offers young and widowed bereavement support groups the second Wednesday of every month. The next meeting will be Aug. 13 from 6-8 p.m. at the Brenham branch, 302 E. Blue Bell Road. To register call Debbie Mackey at (979) 277-9525.

Vendors needed

The Texas Extension Education Association (TEEA) of Fort Bend is hosting the second annual Christmas Countdown craft show Nov. 15 at the Fort Bend County Fairgrounds in Building C. Both indoor and outdoor booths are available for a nominal donation. For more information or to secure a vendor application call Sharon at (979) 793-5073.

Early Childhood Intervention

When it comes to child development, getting help early is best. Region III Education Service Center Early Childhood Intervention Program (ECI) provides support and services to families with children ages birth to three with developmental delays and disabilities. For questions or concerns about a child’s development, call the program service center at (888) 909-3512. ECI screenings and evaluations are at no cost to families.

Charity’s Animal Rescue and Shelter

Charity’s Animal Rescue and Shelter (CARS), a non-profit 501(c)3 animal shelter serving Austin County, is looking for one to two acres of land in the Wallis/Sealy area in order to build a permanent animal shelter. The land needs to be donated or sold to CARS on a bargain sale to charity basis. The property also needs to have a working well. Please contact Niki at (979) 877-0980 or Marianne at (979) 478-7300.

Band cookbooks

The Sealy Tiger Band Booster Club is selling cookbooks for $10. To purchase a book, contact any Sealy High School band member.

GED prep

Career and Recovery Resources Inc. if offering a Merit Software GED preparation program at the United Way Service Center in Brookshire. Classes are held Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and each class if for one hour every day for six weeks. Students need to bring their drop-out sheet with them, as well as necessary paperwork if they are attending on a court order. For more information, contact Deborah Tallman at (281) 822-4210.

Girl Scout camps

Whether it’s games and crafts or swimming and singing, there’s something for every girl ages 6-17 at day and twilight camp this summer. Day camp takes place Monday through Friday, with campers returning home each afternoon/evening. Twilight camp takes place Monday through Friday from 6-9 p.m. Girls do not have to be registered as a Girl Scout prior to registration. Non-members are welcome and encouraged to register. Call (713) 292-0300 for more information or to register, or visit www.gssjc.org for a complete listing of camps, including times and deadlines for registration.

AA meetings

Alcoholics Anonymous meets Mondays at 7 p.m. and Fridays at 8 p.m. at St. John Episcopal Church, Hwy 36 and 6th Street.

American Legion boxes

Sealy American Legion Auxiliary Post 442 is collecting items for boxes to be sent to U.S. soldiers stationed in Iraq, Afghanistan and other locations overseas. The auxiliary is also looking for soldiers to send boxes to. To make a donation or let the auxiliary know of a soldier a box can be sent to, call auxiliary president Norma Pavelka at (979) 885-3163 or Heather Smith at (979) 885-4802. Boxes are sent every three to four months, with the next shipment slated to be sent in one to two months.

Bible study

St. Paul AME Church is hosting Bible study every Tuesday at 6 p.m. Rev. David Bradford is the pastor.

Bible study

Everyone is invited to a community-wide Bible study every Tuesday at 7 p.m. at Bethel Baptist Church, 513 San Felipe Road in Sealy.

Computer classes

Career and Recovery Resources Inc. will offer a basic computer literacy training session at the United Way Service Center in Brookshire. Classes are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon. There is no cost to enroll, but pre-registration is required. To register, call Deborah or Alton Tallman at (281) 822-4210.

CoDa meeting

Co-Dependents Anonymous (CoDa) is a 12-step fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is recovery from codependence and the development and maintenance of healthy relationships. Bellville’s CoDa meeting will be held at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church Learning Center at 936 Front Street on Thursday evenings at 8 p.m. For more information, call (979) 865-9560.

WOMBS meeting

Women of Mission Bible Study (WOMBS) is seeking a meeting room to hold weekly Bible studies. Bible studies will be held Thursday nights from 6:30-8:30 p.m. For more information or to provide a meeting room, contact Elsa Aguries at (281) 682-7708.

Bible study

Women of Mission Bible Study (WOMBS) meets on Thursdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in Sealy and seeks to help women discover their purpose as individuals, mothers, wives, friends, sisters and daughters by learning and applying the principles of Jesus Christ. For more information, call Elsa Aguries at (281) 682-7708.

Single in Sealy

Singles in Sealy are meeting every Friday at 6:30 p.m. at Cazadores Restaurant.

Bluegrass club

The Springcreek Bluegrass Club Jam Session and Show is every fourth Saturday from January through September at Coushatte Recreation Ranch in Bellville. For more information, contact Buddy or Carolyn Brockett at (979) 865-5250 or (979) 877-9526 or by e-mail at bluegrass221@peoplepc.com. The Web site is www.springcreekbluegrass.com.

Historical Park

San Felipe de Austin Historical Park contains the J.J. Josey Store Museum, which is open each weekend, weather permitting, at the San Felipe Historical Site at 15945 FM 1458 and the Brazos River. It is open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $1 or free. Call (979) 885-3043 or (979) 885-7035 for more information. Group tours are available on request.

Head Start

Met Head Start of Sealy is always in need of volunteers throughout the year to assist in the classroom, kitchen and with janitorial responsibilities. Head Start is also accepting applications for children for 2008-09. Please contact Matt Schaeffer at (979) 885-3874 if interested.

Story time

The Virgil and Josephine Gordon Memorial Library is hosting story time every Tuesday at 10 a.m. at 917 N. Circle Drive in Sealy. For more information, contact Joyce Williams at (979) 885-7469.

Early Days of Sealy

The Sealy Area Historical Society is selling “The Early Days of Sealy” by Eva Smythe Perry for $28. The books are being sold at Citizens State Bank. For more information, contact Bill Ripple at sahs_2006@sbcglobal.net.

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