The Farmer’s Market is typically every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Heritage Square, 400 N. Main St. Booths provide high-quality locally grown produce, responsibly raised meats and unique handmade goods from local farmers, ranchers and artisans. For updates, visit https://www.facebook.com/heritagesquarefarmersmarket.
Hutto Silos Farmer’s Market Year-round farmers market on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 420 U.S. 79, in the Hutto Co-op District behind the Cotton Gin.
Parking is in front of the Hutto City Hall. For more, call 512-846-3349.
Granger Farmer’s Market Fresh fruits, vegetables, jelly, canned and baked goods, eggs, artisan crafts and more will be at the Granger Main Street Farmer’s Market on the first and third Saturdays April through October from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the corner of W. Davilla and Walton St., Granger.
Second Saturday
Every second Saturday of the month, Taylor’s downtown businesses will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and offer in-store specials, live music, door prizes and other activities. The event is designed to encourage residents to become familiar with shops in the downtown area.
American Legion Post 39 American Legion Graham D. Luhn Post 39 holds monthly meetings on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at its post building, 1310 Sycamore St., Murphy Park, Taylor.
Veterans as well as American Legion members are invited to attend. For more, call 512-713-4543.
SPJST Lodge 29 Taylor
Every Friday, SPJST Lodge 29 hosts live music and dancing and serves hamburgers in its hall at 5025 FM 619. Bands play from 7:30 to 11:30 p.m. Admission is free.
SPJST is a fraternal organization.
Residents can purchase life insurance, annuities or other items to become a member of the SPJST.
The hall is open for business Wednesdays through Sundays from 3 to 10 p.m.
Taylor Area Businesswomen The Taylor Area Businesswomen’s luncheon meetings are held at noon on the fourth Tuesday of the month at Gatti’s Pizza, 2708 N. Main St.
All current, former and interested businesswomen are invited to attend. Meals are $10. For more, call Regina Carlson 512-352-4321 or email regina. [email protected].
Weight-loss Group
The Taylor Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 1343 will have in-person meetings for their weight-loss support group Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. at Grace Place, 301 Grace Lane. Members are recommitting to their health journeys and invite others who have struggled with their weight to join them at the meeting. Attendees should use the office entrance to Grace Place.
Taylor Rotary Club Meals on Wheels
The Taylor Rotary Club delivers Meals on Wheels the third Thursday of the month at noon out of the Taylor Senior Center, Lone Star Circle of Care, 1301 W. Fourth St. They serve Taylor and Thrall. Meals should be picked up between 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. For more, contact Taylor Rotary Club at https://rotarytaylortx.org/ singleemail/contactus.
End of the Year PlayDate
Monday, May 15 — At 9:30 a.m., join families and friends at the End of Year PlayDate hosted by Mother WELL. The playdate will be at Big O’s Classic Candy & Ice Cream shop located in Old Taylor High, 410 W.
Seventh St. RSVP here https://www. facebook.com/events/1441565509744 547/?ref=newsfeed.
Garden Watering Systems Thursday, May 18 — At 6:30 p.m. Mike Dudley and Benny Jarrel will teach a Garden Watering Systems class at Davilla Community Center, 20803 FM 487, Bartlett, TX 76511. For more, contact Inky Tatum 254-7212922 or Monica Jarrel 409-553-6886.
Connect, Burn and Banter Saturday, May 20 — At 10 a.m., a community walk will start at Taylor Memorial Football Stadium and last about 30 to 45 minutes, 1300 Davis St. The event is meant to encourage community engagement and movement.
Mezoozah Boutique’s 10 Year Anniversary
Saturday, May 20 — From 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., come out for Mezoozah and Corner Sweets for their 10-year glow-up celebration, 120 W. Fourth St. For more, visit https://www.facebook. com/events/.
Animal Shelter Adoption Event Saturday, May 20 — From 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Texas Critter Crusaders will host a cat and dog adoption event at The Red Cap Cigar Lounge, 215 N. Main St. This event is open to the public. For more, contact [email protected].
Rock the Arts Showcase
Saturday, May 20 — At 5 p.m., Taylor Pride will host a virtual talent show for ages five to 21 years old. All submissions are due to shirley@taylorpride. org no later than 11:59 p.m.
Wednesday, May 17. Cash prizes will be available for the first, second and third winners, along with other prizes. For more, visit https://docs.google.com/ document/ and fill out an entry form and waiver here https://docs.google. com/document/d/. A movie showing of award-winning film The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse will also play at Taylor Public Library, 801 Vance St.
Sunset Block Party Bash
Friday, May 26 — From 6 to 9 p.m., Hutto’s Municipal Government will host Hutto Parks and Recreation for a block party at Fritz Park, 400 Park St.
The event will observe a remembrance ceremony in honor of Memorial Day.
There will be food trucks, vendors, live music and family-friendly activities.
Cheese Making & Long-term Butter Storage Class Thursday, June 1 — At 9:30 a.m. Carol Westbrook and Monica Jarrel will lead a Cheese Making and Longterm Butter Storage class at Davilla Community Center, 20803 FM 487, Bartlett, TX 76511. For more, contact Inky Tatum 254-721-2922 or Monica Jarrel 409-553-6886.
2023 Movies in the Park
Friday, June 9, July 14, August 11 — Taylor Parks and Recreation Department will host movie nights in Heritage Square, 400 Main St. The three movies will be chosen based on survey suggestions. Those who provide their suggestions by May 7 will be offered raffle prizes. Vote for movie suggestions here http://www.taylortx. gov/1161/Movies-Survey. Vote for summer youth programs here http://www. taylortx.gov/1163/Summer-Youth-Programs-Survey.
Water Collection & Storage Class Thursday, June 15 — At 6:30 p.m., Mike Dudley will teach a Water Collection and Storage class at Davilla Community Center, 20803 FM 487, Bartlett, TX 76511. For more, contact Inky Tatum 254-721-2922 or Monica Jarrel 409-553-6886.
Daddy and Daughter Dance Friday, June 16 — From 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Hutto Parks and Recreation will host a father and daughter dance for all ages at Hutto Elementary School, 100 Mager Lane, Hutto. Formal or comfortable attire is welcomed.
Tickets are $5 at https://secure.rec1. com/TX/hutto-tx/catalog?filter=c2VhcmNoPTI0NzM5NTY%3D&fbclid= IwAR1baVapWtde0QeWA1QdlNXNw8V YIO70Lv6OSxRRKt4ZKVfmuoen-ijUb_I.
Hutto Fish Fry Fundraiser
Saturday, June 17 — From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Hutto Lutheran Church will host a fish fry fundraiser in Fritz Park, 400 Park Avenue, Hutto. The money raised will go toward critical repairs from freeze damage. There will be fried fish, family-friendly activities and a live and silent auction. Tickets are $12 at https://secure.myvanco. com/L-YSCM/campaign/C-13M9F.
Taylor 4th of July Parade
Tuesday, July 4 — Join the Taylor American Legion Graham D. Luhn Post 39 for their fourth of July parade promptly starting at 9 a.m. at Old Taylor High, 410 W. Seventh St. The parade will end with the raising of the flag and an ice cream social at the American Legion Hall. The parade line up starts at 8 a.m. For more, call Robert Garcia 512-968-4660 or email [email protected].
Crochet Class
Thursday, July 6 — At 9:30 a.m., Linda St. Claire and Monica Jarrel will lead a Crochet class at Davilla Community Center, 20803 FM 487, Bartlett, TX 76511. For more, contact Inky Tatum 254-721-2922 or Monica Jarrel 409-553-6886.
Watermelon Festival
Saturday, July 8 — At 7:30 a.m., celebrate McDade’s big festival with family-fun and most of all—watermelon! The day will be jam-packed with activities like a Sweatin’ Melons 5K from 7:30 to 10 a.m., a Watermelon Eating Contest at 12:30 p.m. and a Prize Melon Auction at 5 p.m. in the pavilion. For more, visit https://www. mcdadetexas.com/activities2.html.
Quilting Class
Thursday, Aug. 3 — At 9:30 a.m.
Chastity Westfall and Bonnie Mroz will instruct a Quilting class at Davilla Community Center, 20803 FM 487, Bartlett, TX 76511. For more, contact Inky Tatum 254-721-2922 or Monica Jarrel 409-553-6886.
Home Egg Production & Storage Class
Thursday, Sept. 7 — At 9:30 a.m.
Debi Abel will instruct a Home Egg Production and Storage class at Davilla Community Center, 20803 FM 487, Bartlett, TX 76511. For more, contact Inky Tatum 254-721-2922 or Monica Jarrel 409-553-6886.
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