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November 25, 2019
Through the Grapevine
A time for giving thanks
By Vicki L. George
The Bandera Prophet
“Enter His gates with thanksgiving and His courts with praise; give thanks to Him and praise His name. For the Lord is good and His love endures forever; His faithfulness continues through all generations.” Psalm 100: 4-5
Our current Thanksgiving holiday commemorates the harvest festival celebrated by our Pilgrim forefathers in 1621. It was based on Sukkot, Feast of Tabernacles, from the Bible in Exodus 34:22. It is a day of giving thanks for the blessings of the previous year.
LAKEHILLS CIVIC CENTER
The Lakehills Civic Center, 11225 PR 37, is holding the 8th annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28, from noon to 3 p.m. Hosted by Tony and Maria Quesada, the dinner will include turkey and all the trimmings, a drink, and dessert will be available. There will be live musical entertainment while dining. It is free and all are welcome — there is no need to celebrate alone — come join your neighbors!
LAKEHILLS AREA LIBRARY
The library will be closed on Nov. 28-30 to observe the Thanksgiving holiday.
Jerry Jilek, local professional photographer, is exhibiting many of his works during November. They are available for purchase and part of the price will benefit the library.
Vernon Bryant, retired Lakehills resident, is also exhibiting his wares in the display case by the front door of the library. He makes and sells wooden toys of all varieties. HIs business is VLB Toys in Lakehills and he can be reached at 210-563-3499.
All library programs are free and open to the public.
The library is located at 7200 FM 1283.
ALAMO RC&D
The next Sassy Granny Art Class is Wednesday, Nov. 27, from 1-3 p.m., in the Faith Tabernacle Pantry Barn, located at 7789 FM 1283. It is free and materials are provided.
The Granny Art items will be available for purchase, in time for Christmas shopping, at the Silver Sage Art Show on Saturday, Nov. 30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Center, at 803 Buck Creek Drive in Bandera.
PIPE CREEK CHRISTMAS TREE FARM
The Pipe Creek Christmas Tree Farm is now open for you to choose and cut your own Christmas tree. They are open daily from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., located at Hwy. 16 and Phil’s Rd., in Pipe Creek. Call 210-426-6191 or email jimhingst@earthlink.net for more information.
AMERICAN LEGION
American Legion Post 410, 147 Legion Dr. in Lakehills, it is open to the public Fridays through Wednesdays, from 3 p.m. They serve meals on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and provide entertainment for all ages. For information, call 830-751-3711.
LAKE AND RIVER
On Sunday, Nov. 24, our Medina Lake level was 1056.16 feet. That is down 8.04 feet, which is 81.9 per cent capacity.
The Medina River had a flow of 28.1 cfs in Bandera, running 3.81 feet deep at the gage.
Please send your Lakehills and Pipe Creek news to me by email at vicki.george329@hotmail.com or call me at 210-563-1186 and leave a message.
Until next time, “¡Vaya con Dios!”
Our current Thanksgiving holiday commemorates the harvest festival celebrated by our Pilgrim forefathers in 1621. It was based on Sukkot, Feast of Tabernacles, from the Bible in Exodus 34:22. It is a day of giving thanks for the blessings of the previous year.
LAKEHILLS CIVIC CENTER
The Lakehills Civic Center, 11225 PR 37, is holding the 8th annual Thanksgiving Dinner on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28, from noon to 3 p.m. Hosted by Tony and Maria Quesada, the dinner will include turkey and all the trimmings, a drink, and dessert will be available. There will be live musical entertainment while dining. It is free and all are welcome — there is no need to celebrate alone — come join your neighbors!
LAKEHILLS AREA LIBRARY
The library will be closed on Nov. 28-30 to observe the Thanksgiving holiday.
Jerry Jilek, local professional photographer, is exhibiting many of his works during November. They are available for purchase and part of the price will benefit the library.
Vernon Bryant, retired Lakehills resident, is also exhibiting his wares in the display case by the front door of the library. He makes and sells wooden toys of all varieties. HIs business is VLB Toys in Lakehills and he can be reached at 210-563-3499.
All library programs are free and open to the public.
The library is located at 7200 FM 1283.
ALAMO RC&D
The next Sassy Granny Art Class is Wednesday, Nov. 27, from 1-3 p.m., in the Faith Tabernacle Pantry Barn, located at 7789 FM 1283. It is free and materials are provided.
The Granny Art items will be available for purchase, in time for Christmas shopping, at the Silver Sage Art Show on Saturday, Nov. 30, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., in the Center, at 803 Buck Creek Drive in Bandera.
PIPE CREEK CHRISTMAS TREE FARM
The Pipe Creek Christmas Tree Farm is now open for you to choose and cut your own Christmas tree. They are open daily from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., located at Hwy. 16 and Phil’s Rd., in Pipe Creek. Call 210-426-6191 or email jimhingst@earthlink.net for more information.
AMERICAN LEGION
American Legion Post 410, 147 Legion Dr. in Lakehills, it is open to the public Fridays through Wednesdays, from 3 p.m. They serve meals on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays and provide entertainment for all ages. For information, call 830-751-3711.
LAKE AND RIVER
On Sunday, Nov. 24, our Medina Lake level was 1056.16 feet. That is down 8.04 feet, which is 81.9 per cent capacity.
The Medina River had a flow of 28.1 cfs in Bandera, running 3.81 feet deep at the gage.
Please send your Lakehills and Pipe Creek news to me by email at vicki.george329@hotmail.com or call me at 210-563-1186 and leave a message.
Until next time, “¡Vaya con Dios!”