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4th Annual Davy Crockett Festival Cupcake Battle (Houston County)
2023-05-14 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Crockett Civic Center
Calling all Bakers! Kids and Adults!!
Sunday, May 14th @ the Davy Crockett Festival
4th Annual Cupcake Battle!
Each Contestant must turn in six (6) cupcakes to the Crockett Civic Center by 1:00 pm on Sunday, May 14, 2023. Judging will begin promptly at 1:30 pm with awards immediately following. No entry fee.

Cupcakes will be judged on:
– taste
– texture
– decoration/presentation
Three Age Categories! Three Cash Prizes!

*6-12 yrs of age – $50 cash prize.
*13-17 yrs of age – $50 cash prize.
*Adult (18 years and over) – $100 cash prize.

Be sure to include your email address and phone number to keep updated!

If you have any questions please call us at 936-544-2359 or email lisa@crockettareachamber.org.

*Please comment if your recipe will contain alcohol of any kind.

Casa's Auction in Action (Houston County)
2023-06-06 08:00 - 2023-06-08 17:00
CASA’s Online Auction in Action is a silent auction that can be conventionally located online! We will have hundreds of fantastic items for you to bid on. To view these items and be notified of the auction REGISTER TODAY! All proceeds benefit the children in Angelina, Polk, and Houston Counties.

Date:
June 6, 2023 – June 8, 2023

Website:
https://www.casapines.org/

Register online at: https://ams.s3onegoal.com/online/100/register

Date/Time Information:

June 6th at 7 am – June 8th, 2023

Contact Information:

CASA Office: 936.634.6725
Send an Email

Fees/Admission:

It is completely FREE to register!

Mary Allen Museum Free Annual Fun Day (Houston County)
2023-06-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-10 13:00 - 16:00 | 1503 S 4th St 1503 South 4th Street Crockett, TX 75835 United States
Are you ready to have some fun? The Mary Allen Museum is hosting its second annual free fun day. Get ready for bounce houses, games, and a concert at 5! what are waiting for? Sign up, it’s free!

Date and time

Saturday, June 10 · 1 – 4 pm CDT

Location

1503 S 4th St 1503 South 4th Street Crockett, TX 75835 United States
Organized by:
Dr. Thelma Douglass and Alexandria Hubbard

Standing with the Youth and Children of Crockett and Houston County!
2023-06-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2023-06-12 15:00 - 16:00, 2023-06-12 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Crockett Civic Center
This is a Community-wide Challenge to pray for our Youth.
Prayer changes things, and the more people praying for our kids the Better.
Every Sunday at the Crockett Civic Center Auditorium from 2 pm to 6 pm for the next 12 Sundays, I invite you to take 1 hour and come and pray specifically for the youth in our Communities.
There are four Categories to choose from, so choose the one that fits you best.
2-3 pm Parents, grandparents, family members, relatives, etc
3-4 pm Civic Leaders, Educators, Coaches, Pastors, Church Leaders etc
4-5 pm Businessmen and Business Women, Employers, Managers, Supervisors etc
5-6 pm Youth praying for Youth, Children praying for Children, Youth Pastors etc.

The future is in the hands of our Youth we need their hands in God’s hands.
It will be a “come and go” prayer meeting with the Lord’s Prayer beginning each hour.

We will have music playing in the background.
Pastor Leon Wallace
24,000 Strong

Crockett Civic Center
1100 Edmiston Drive
Crockett, TX 75835

The Little Mermaid Auditions (Houston County)
2023-06-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Crockett Area Civic Center, 1100 Edmiston Drive, Crockett, TX, 75835, United States
Piney woods fine arts association auditions for The Little Mermaid.
10 am June 26th at the Crockett Civic Center

Date and Time
Monday, Jun 26, 2023
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM CDT

Location
Crockett Civic Center
1100 Edmiston Drive
Crockett, TX 75835

Website
http://www.PWFAA.org

American Legion Friday Night Dinner (Houston County)
2023-07-07 19:00 - 20:00 | American Legion 134 1000 Brazos St, Crockett, TX 75835
Weekly Friday Night Dinner @7 pm. Money goes to the Legion’s scholarship fund.

Date and Time
Friday, Jul 7, 2023
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM CDT

Weekly Friday @ 7pm

Location
American Legion 134 1000 Brazos St, Crockett, TX 75835

Fees/Admission
varies

Benefit Bingo Night (Houston County)
2023-07-20 16:00 - 21:00 | Stesti Beer Garden
Calling all bingo enthusiasts and supporters of a great cause! Join us this week at Stesti Beer Garden for an exciting Benefit Bingo event in support of CASA of the Pines!
Location: Stesti Beer Garden
Date: Thursday, July 20th, at 4 PM
#BenefitBingo #SupportLocal #LoveladyTX #CommunitySupport #FundraiserEvent #BingoNight #GivingBack #SupportingYouth #SupportLocal #RaisingFunds #CommunityStrong #BingoForACause

Live Music with Nathan James (Houston County)
2023-07-22 19:00 - 22:00 | Stesti Beer Garden
Get ready for a night of great vibes and refreshing brews at Stetsi Beer Garden! Join us on Saturday, July 22nd at 7 pm for an unforgettable live musical performance by Nathan James.
Bring your friends, kick back, and enjoy the perfect blend of music and craft beer in Lovelady, Texas. See you there!
#StetsiBeerGarden #LiveMusic #CasualSets #LoveladyTX

Painting for Fun Class (Houston County)
2023-07-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Stesti Beer Garden
Get Your Creativity Flowing! Join us for a delightful Painting for Fun class at Stesti Beer Garden on July 25th at 6 PM!
Date: July 25th
Time: 6 PM
Location: Stesti Beer Garden
Unleash your inner artist and let your imagination soar as we guide you through a fun-filled painting session. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced artist, this class is designed for everyone to enjoy. Tag your friends who would love to join, and let’s create beautiful memories together!
#PaintingForFun #ArtClass #CreativityUnleashed #StestiBeerGarden #SaveTheDate

Alexandria Hubbard’s Solo Art Exhibition (Houston County)
2023-07-29 14:00 - 16:00 | 1503 S 4th St 1503 South 4th Street Crockett
A solo art exhibition for Mary Allen Museum’s Artist in Residence
By Dr. Thelma Douglass and Alexandria Hubbard

Date and time

Saturday, July 29 · 2 – 4 pm CDT

Location

1503 S 4th St 1503 South 4th Street Crockett, TX 75835 United States

3rd Annual Back to School (Houston County)
2023-08-05 11:00 - 17:00 | Davy Crockett Memorial Park, 617 Wells Street Crockett TX, Crockett, TX, 75835, United States
Let’s give back! Stuff your backpacks! Join us on August 5, 2023, for a day of generosity – free haircuts, delicious food, and essential school supplies, all on the house! For details, reach out to Barbette Ervin at (936) 204-4732.
Mark your calendars:
Date: August 5, 2023
Time: 11 am to 5 pm
Location: Under the Pavilion at Davy Crockett Park, Crockett TX 75835
Don’t miss out on this awesome event! See you there!

Live After Five! Piney Woods Fine Arts Association! (Houston County)
2023-08-11 06:00 - 09:00 | Piney Woods Fine Arts Association
Date and Time Information:
Friday, August 11, 2023, at 6 am

Location:
Piney Woods Fine Arts Association

Join us for Live after Five @ Piney Woods Fine Arts Association as they prepare to announce their 2023-2024 Season!

Network with area businesses and enjoy great conversation!
We will see you there!

Meet the Sheriff Candidates for the Republican Primary
2024-02-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Crockett Civic Center
Meet the Houston County Sheriff candidates for the Republican Primary Zak Benge and Sheriff Randy Hargrove. Sponsored by Messenger and the Crockett Area Chamber

Come hear what the Houston County Sheriff Candidates have to say!
Date/Time Information:
Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 6 PM

Location:
Crockett Civic Center

3rd Annual Day Party (Houston County)
2024-03-23 08:00 - 17:00
Join us for the 3rd Day Party with the Houston County Cossacks! All are invited to our Clubhouse for a day of brotherhood and fun. Bring your family, friends, and children – we’ve got a bounce house for the kids, exciting motorcycle games, and even a best-looking motorcycle contest with trophies up for grabs! Public participation in the games is encouraged, so bring your bikes and let’s make it a memorable day. If you’re entering the contest, there’s a $20 entry fee. Check out the details on our flyer, and feel free to call us if you have any questions. Looking forward to seeing you there! SYLC ???
Date/Time Information:
Saturday, March 23, 2024
Location:
2201 South Crockett TX

2024 Scholarship Awards Luncheon (Houston County)
2024-06-12 12:00 - 15:00 | Lobby of the Crockett Civic Center, 1100 Edmiston Dr., Crockett, TX
Join Us for the 2024 Scholarship Awards Luncheon!
The Crockett Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to announce the 2024 Scholarship Awards Luncheon! We are honored to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our scholarship recipients:

Alexis Bodden, Lovelady High School Alexander Burk, Latexo High School Asad Mohammed, Latexo High School Joseph Tuggle, Crockett High School

Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 Time: 12:00 p.m. Location: Lobby of the Crockett Civic Center, 1100 Edmiston Dr., Crockett, TX Tickets: $10 each

Come join us in honoring these exceptional students and their hard work. Your presence and support mean the world to our community!

For tickets and more information, please contact the Crockett Area Chamber of Commerce.

Please let us know if you’re interested in coming by RSVPing to THIS event on Facebook so we can better accommodate!

#ScholarshipAwards #CACC #CommunityEvent #SupportingEducation

Mid Morning Coffee (Houston County)
2024-06-20 09:30 - 11:00 | Maestro’s Grooming Speakeasy, 208 Goliad Ave. Crockett, TX
Join us for our next Mid-Morning Coffee gathering hosted by Maestro’s Grooming Speakeasy!

Date: 6/20/24 Time: 9:30 a.m. Location: Maestro’s Grooming Speakeasy, 208 Goliad Ave. Crockett, TX

Connect with fellow business owners and professionals over a cup of coffee and engaging conversations. Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, this is the perfect opportunity to network and build meaningful connections within the Crockett business community.

Don’t miss out on this fantastic chance to expand your network and discover what’s happening in the Crockett Area business community! See you there!

Freedom Over Crockett (Houston County)
2024-06-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Davy Crockett Memorial Park, 617 Wells Street Crockett TX, Crockett, TX, 75835, United States
Join us for “Freedom Over Crockett” – Our Independence Day Celebration, brought to you by the Crockett Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Crockett.

Get ready to experience a day filled with fun and patriotic spirit as we celebrate our nation’s freedom in the heart of Crockett! Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable event!

Events within the event (registration links at the bottom):

Parade: The festivities kick off with a patriotic parade starting from downtown Crockett and ending at the historic Davy Crockett Memorial Park. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes will be awarded to winners of the children’s Bicycle Decorating Contest. Parade Floats will also be competing with one another! This year’s categories for the Parade Float Contest are as follows: Most Patriotic, Most Creative, Best Motorcycle, and Grand Champion (overall best float)!
Be part of the spectacle or cheer along the route!

Homemade Pie/Ice Cream Competition: Whether you’re a seasoned baker or a novice churner, this is your chance to showcase your skills and indulge in a friendly competition. This year’s categories are Homemade Pie and Homemade Ice Cream. Let your taste buds rejoice!
Dessert entries will be made available for purchase after the judging.

FIREWORKS: Get ready to light up the sky! The dazzling fireworks display will kick off at sunset, promising a spectacle that’s bigger and brighter than ever before. Last year’s show left everyone in awe, and this year, we’re raising the bar even higher. Don’t miss out!
Bring your lawn chairs, carve out a piece of grass, and enjoy the celebration of our nation’s birth!

Date/Time Information:
June 29, 2024, at 5 pm

Registration Links:

Children’s Bicycle Decorating Contest:https://form.jotform.com/241335098807158

Parade Float Registration:https://form.jotform.com/241375016210140

Homemade Dessert Registration:https://form.jotform.com/241375364891161

Vendor Booth Registration:https://form.jotform.com/241425411103136

Karaoke Night (Houston County)
2024-08-17 19:30 - 22:00 | Stesti Beer Garden
KARAOKE IS BACK!!! We want to hear your vocal talent!!! Grab your friends and make some memories together!
Karaoke starts at 7:30 pm on Saturday, August 17th with our host Eric Krug!
Dinner starts at 6 pm, dinner reservations are recommended! 936-636-9267
When:

Saturday, August 17, 2024, 7:30 PM

Where:
720 Commerce st
Lovelady, TX

For More Info:
936-636-9277
https://www.facebook.com/share/Dp7Q9Mn4pdUeMbx3/

Stesti Benefit Bingo Night (Houston County)
2024-09-26 18:00 - 20:30 | 720 Commerce Street Lovelady, TX
Join us for weekly Bingo every Thursday at Stesti Beer Garden! This month’s charity is Mickey’s House in Trinity!
Doors open – 4:00 p.m.
Games start – 6:00 p.m.
When:
Thursday, September 26, 2024, 6:00 PM

Where:
720 Commerce Street
Lovelady, TX

For More Info:
936-636-9267
stestibrewingcompany@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/khLQ7rwm2iVSN6cz/

Mid-Morning Coffee (Houston County)
2024-10-17 09:30 - 11:00 | Family Crisis Center
Next week, join us for a special Mid-Morning Coffee, hosted by the Family Crisis Center of East Texas. October is an important month as we raise awareness for Domestic Violence. We’ll hear from the team at the Family Crisis Center about the vital work they’re doing and how we can all play a part in raising awareness and offering support. Join us for coffee, connection, and an inspiring conversation on how we can make a difference together.Mid-Morning CoffeeThursday, October 17th at 9:30 amFamily Crisis Center1512 E Loop 304, Building 200Crockett, TX

48th Annual Bluegrass Festival in Grapeland, Texas
2024-10-24 10:00 - 2024-10-26 23:00 | Salmon Lake Park, 247 Salman Lake Rd, Grapeland, TX, 75844, United States
Grab your lawn chair and instruments for a fun filled week of Pickin’ n Grinnin’! There is something for the whole family. Join a workshop, drive in the golf cart parade, feast at the potluck, and play some Banjo Bingo!
Book your accommodations with Salmon Lake Park 936-687-2594
Tent Camping $15/night
Rv 30amp $30/night 50amp $35/night
Cabins pricing varies
Schedule:
This is subject to change
Monday:
Devotions, Workshops, Big screen Movie & Ice cream Social
Tuesday:
Devotions, Workshops, Banjo Bingo
Wednesday:
Devotions, Workshops, Golf Crat Parade
Thursday:
Devotions, Workshops, Stage Show
Friday:
Devotions, Workshops, Stage Show
Saturday:
Devotions, Workshops, Stage Show
Sunday:
Devotions and Worship

Not Allowed:
No smoking in seating or vendor area No alcohol in seating or vendor area No pets in seating or vendor area No golf carts in seating area
Performers:
Russell Moore & IIIrd Tyme Out

Whitehouse Harmony
The Grascals
SpringStreet
Caroline Owens
Karl Shiftlett & Big Country
Charla Freeland Band
The Purple Hulls
Little Roy & Lizzy show
The Marksmen Quartet
Gent Mountain Grassburs

The Bacon Brothers with Kevin Bacon (Houston County)
2024-11-22 19:30 - 21:00 | Crockett Civic Center
Coming Next!!!
THE BACON BROTHERS! with KEVIN BACON

The night before Christmas on the Square in Crockett!
November 22, 2024, 7:30 pm
Crockett Civic Center

TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE

www.pwfaa.org
The Bacon Brothers have spent the better part of three decades exploring their own mix of folk, rock, soul, and country music. They call that diverse sound “forosoco,” and it’s taken them around the world, from headlining gigs in Japan to American performances at iconic venues like Carnegie Hall, the Grand Ole Opry, and Gruene Hall.

The exploration continues with the band’s twelfth release, Ballad Of The Brothers. It’s a record that highlights not only the similarities between Kevin Bacon (known worldwide as an A-list Hollywood actor) and Michael Bacon (celebrated as an Emmy-winning composer), but the differences, too. The two siblings may be bound together by blood and a mutual love of American roots music, but they’ve grown into sharp songwriters and cinematic storytellers with their own distinct approaches. Ballad Of The Brothers makes room for both of those approaches, offering a mix of edgy alt-rock (“Take Off This Tattoo”), Motown-inspired soul (“Put Your Hand Up”), fingerpicked folk (“Let That Be Enough”), and everything in between. The album also marks the continuation of a musical partnership that began long ago in Philadelphia, where the Bacons were raised on a soundtrack of 1970s singer/songwriters, Philly soul bands, and classic rock acts. Multiple decades and countless shows later, they’re creating their own soundtrack, saluting their old-school influences while making music that’s undeniably modern.

43rd Annual Christmas in Crockett
2024-11-23 10:00 - 16:00 | Downtown Crockett, 401 E Houston Ave, Crockett, TX, 75835, United States
Mark your calendars and make plans to be in Crockett, Texas Saturday, November 23rd!
Bring your family down to Crockett and prepare to do some shopping on Saturday, November 23rd. There will be food, over 300 vendors, places to shop, and so much more! This will be a day of Christmas fun! Be on the lookout for vendor registrations.

Stesti Beer Garden Presents a New Year Celebration Dinner (Houston County)
2024-12-31 18:00 - 19:30 | 720 Commerce Street Lovelady, TX 75851
Enjoy a 4-course meal at 6:00 pm at Stesti Beer Garden.
Call (936) 636-9267 to reserve your spot.
$59 per person
When:
Tuesday, December 31, 2024, 6:00 PM thru 07:30 PM

Where:
720 Commerce Street
Lovelady, TX 75851

For More Info:
936-636-9267
https://www.facebook.com/stestibeergardenlovelady

Camp Street Cafe & Store Presents Old-Time Music Jam (Houston County)
2025-01-11 19:00 - 20:00 | 215 South 3rd Street Crockett, TX 75835
Old-Time Music Jam & Open Mic
The incredibly talented Lloyd & April Wright host the evening. Bring an instrument and jam, perform at the open mic, or just come and listen! The open mic is open to all genres of music and levels of talent. Sign up upon arrival.
Lloyd Wright is known for his skills on the mountain dulcimer, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, guitar and bass.
He began playing the mountain dulcimer at age 12 in 1994 after he and his Texas family made a chance visit to the Ozark Folk Center and The Dulcimer Shoppe in Mountain View, Arkansas. Within the next twelve months, Lloyd was competing in his first mountain dulcimer competition in Glen Rose, Texas. He won first place in 1999 while still in high school, after taking second place in 1998. He won the National Mountain Dulcimer Contest championship in Winfield, Kansas in 2000 at the Walnut Valley Festival, and took second place recently in 2022.
He has led banjo workshops at the National Cowboy Poetry Gathering in Elko, Nevada, and mandolin workshops at the Blue Ridge Old Time Music Week. His album with Pipp Gillette, called “Pipp Gillette with Lloyd Wright”, was released in 2018. He has performed regularly with Pipp since then.
Lloyd hosts The Old Mill Music Festival in Kennard, Texas, where he hosts a wide array of artists every first weekend of November and is active in the Palestine Old Time Music and Dulcimer Festival each March (held in Palestine, Texas). He his wife April and their son Elijah are enthusiastic and well-loved performers in East Texas and beyond. Get your tickets at www.campstreetcafe.com/.
Fee: $5.00
BYOB
When: Saturday, January 11, 2025 7:00 PM
Where: 215 South 3rd Street Crockett, TX 75835
For More Info:
Pip Gillette
936-544-8656
www.campstreetcafe.com/

Abuse, Human Trafficking, & Mental Health Awareness, Prevention, and Reporting Workshops (Houston/Trinity County)
2025-01-15 09:00 - 2025-01-17 13:00 | SpeakTruth Global Headquarters
Abuse, Human Trafficking, & Mental Health Awareness, Prevention, and Reporting WorkshopsThe purpose of this workshop is to raise awareness, and provide tips for prevention and reporting and is hosted by SpeakTruth Global Outreach and sponsored by Kalin’s Center. Leanne Henson and Janet Napper are among the experts you will hear from on this important issue.$45 per session or all three sessions for $99.Lunch is included (Wednesday and Thursday).For tickets, scan the QR code or visit: https://buy.stripe.com/7sI3de8xic9Y0rSaFq.Call (936) 931-7770 for more information.When:January 15th-17thWhere:SpeakTruth Global Headquarters502 E. Houston Avenue(former The Loft location)Crockett, TX 75835
