Rummage Sale at St. Mary’s Nov. 4
A huge thank you to everyone who helped or supported the fundraiser Sunday for Tina Kott. People continued to come for several hours. As I was leaving, Tina told me she was overwhelmed and appreciated all the kindness and love she felt.
Anderson Food Pantry, 367 Fanthorp St. will be open Thursday, Nov. 2 from 9 a.m. until noon. All residents of Grimes County in need of food can participate. For more information contact Renee Fredwood, 936873-5005.
Stretch that dollar and come out to perhaps the largest rummage sale in Grimes and Montgomery Counties. This huge sale at St. Mary’s is Saturday, Nov. 4 in the parish hall and church grounds, 8227 CR 205 in Plantersville, from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. Early bird shopping is available from 7-9 a.m. for $10 per person. After 9 a.m. entry is free. Over 1,000 families contributed items throughout the year. They have good, clean clothing, shoes, handbags (even designer labels), linens, crafts, appliances, kitchenware, home décor, Christmas décor, furniture, electronic, toys, sporting goods, books, collectibles, jewelry, china, crystal, silver and much more. There is also a concession stand. Cash, local checks and credit cards will be accepted. For more information call the church office, 936-8942223.
When you go to bed on Saturday night don’t forget to turn your clocks back one hour as daylight savings time ends at 2 a.m. Sunday morning, Nov. 5. We get an extra hour of sleep. I know that’s what we need around my household.
The Knights of Columbus Council #4054 congratulates the following for their significant contributions to recent activities: September Knight of the Month was Rick Atkinson and September Family of the Month was Matt and Christine Harris. Mark your calendars for this council’s next blood drive at the parish hall at St. Stanislaus Sunday, Dec. 17.
On Friday, Oct. 13, Jessica Johnson became the bride of Eric Wise on a mountainside covered with snow in Crested Butte, Colorado, with immediate family and the wedding party in attendance. This was the most unique wedding, as the bride and groom chose to drive a scenic loop and stopped when they found the spot. In true Johnson fashion, when something is planned, the weather changes things. Due to what locals called an unusual snowstorm that came through the area the day before the wedding, they didn’t get to drive the entire loop, but the spot they chose was perfect. As the caravan stopped, everyone piled out of their vehicles, with chairs in hand, to make an aisle for the happy couple to walk down. The ceremony was conducted by Cody Wise, brother of the groom. The newlyweds then walked back down the aisle amidst bubbles and some unexpected snowballs. A reception was held in their honor once they arrived back home. Jessica is the daughter of Dennis and Pam Johnson of Anderson. Eric is the son of Glenn and Cathey Wise of Arlington. The couple will make their home in Anderson.
Happy Birthday to those celebrating this week: Nov. 3 – Reagan Wichman, Jake Perry, Jocelyn Menefee; Nov. 4 – Joette Jochen, Travis Higginbotham, Amanda Maupin Young; Nov. 5 – Cathy Cleere, Aaron Walkoviak, Evelyn Szymczak, Kathy Wingard, Isaiah Addison; Nov. 6 – Gary Borski; Nov. 7 – Dennis Sechelski, Elizabeth Holtey; Nov. 8 – Ed Abatie, Justin Brooks, Callie Bradley, Madison Perry, Elayne Rowley, Jaxon Male and Linda Lara.
Happy Anniversary to those celebrating this week: Nov. 3 – David and Carolyn Stark, 22 years; Nov. 5 – Ian and Lyndsie Palmer, 12 years; Nov. 6 – Jim and Debra Andrews, 24 years; Nov. 8 – Brian and Brittney Moreland, 15 years; Nov. 8 – Glenn and Katherine Dornak, 15 years; Nov. 8 – Glen and Lillian Urquhart, 36 years.
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