Briefly
• Anyone who would like to help get the community center’s kitchen up and running can donate various utensils and/or small appliances selected from a list in the extension office in the courthouse. Call 354-2608 for more information or come by the office.
• Leroy Moore is teaching piano lessons at the First Methodist Church in Garden City and has openings for adults and students. If you would like to schedule lessons, or need more information, call Susan Hirt at 397-2436.
• The First Baptist Church will host a women’s party Dec. 2 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the church and everyone is invited. Bring a $10–$20 gift to exchange.
• A community choir will present “Bless That Wonderful Name” Dec. 9 at 6 p.m. at the First Baptist Church. Fellowship will follow, and the entire community is invited.
• Wendell Halfmann was recently elected to the Glasscock County Soil and Water Conservation District’s Board of Directors, replacing Mike Batla, who did not run for reelection. Thirteen people voted in the election, according to Shirley Braden. Other board members are: Jerline Frysak (chairman), Lawrence Jost (vice chairman), Allen Jansa (secretary), and Hubert Frerich. The board meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 10 a.m. in the courthouse, and meetings are open to the public.
• Glasscock County should know in early January if the state historical commission has approved its latest request for courthouse restoration funding, according to Alan Dierschke, county historical committee member.
• The local Boy Scout troop will hold a flag burning ceremony for retired flags Nov. 27 at 5:30 p.m. at the Scout hut. If anyone has a flag to retire, give it to Jim Havlak or a Lion’s Club member. Anyone interested is invited to the ceremony.
• Pepper Sullivan will be in concert on piano at the First Baptist Church at 3 p.m. Nov. 18. Everyone is welcome.
• On Nov. 11, approximately 185 people attended the community Thanksgiving dinner, which featured brisket and ham.