AROUND TOWN (August 4, 2021)

Computer classes

Computer Classes continue at the Marlin Library on Mondays at 10:30 a.m.

Story Time

Children’s Story Time returns to the Marlin Library on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.

Back to school prayer walk

16th Annual Back To School Prayer Walk 2021, Saturday, Aug. 7 at 7 a.m. Meet at Marlin High School Parking Lot. Join others in prayer for a successful school year and for our Marlin community. For more information contact Deborah Raphael at deborahraphael7@gmail.com. Please wear mask and practice social distancing.

Bible School

First Baptist Church Marlin will host Bible School Concrete & Cranes on Aug. 2-6 from 5:30-8 p.m. at the church, 309 Coleman Street in Marlin. For more information call (254) 883-2516 or email fbcmarlinpastor@gmail.com. There will be a kick-off on July 31 with hot dogs and bounce houses.

Men’s Day

The Men’s Day Annual will be Sunday, Aug. 8, at 10 a.m. Pastor Joe Scaggs and the True Vine Church congregation will be the guests. For more information, call (254) 661-0680

Grace Lutheran Barbeque

Grace Lutheran Church will hold its 39th Annual Barbeque on Aug. 7 from 4:30-6 p.m. at the MMCA Building, 1104 N. Hwy. Bus. 6 in Marlin. Brisket plates are $12 and include all the trimmings. Eat in or drive-thru.

Retired Teachers

The Falls County Retired Teachers Association will meet at 11 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 12, at the BTW Alumni Building, 216 Falls St. This is the first in-person meeting since February 2020.  The State theme for the 2021-22 year is “Family Reunion: Remembering the Past, Looking into the Future.” Texas Retired Teacher Association Membership includes anyone who is a recipient a TRS annuity and is not limited to teachers. For more information, call the local president, Elizabeth Richardson, at (979) 739-0219.

Juneteenth Club

The Juneteenth Club will meet at 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 12, at the Falconer- Stamps Community Center, 322 Durr St.   For more information, call Hermetta Paul at (254) 661-9340.

BBQ Fundraiser

The Falconer- Stamps Community Center is sponsoring a BBQ Dinner fundraiser, Saturday, Aug. 14, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The menu will include BBQ chicken leg quarters, links, potato salad, baked beans and dessert. Ticket donation is $11. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be used for building repairs and updates. Please note the event will be held at the BTW Alumni Building, 216 Falls. Street.  For more info, contact Albert Manigo at (254) 495-5706.

Chamber Banquet

The Marlin Chamber of Commerce is planning its 109th Awards Banquet, 6 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021, at the Marlin Men’s Civic Center. Numerous local businesses and volunteers will receive recognitions for leadership and service. Tickets are $12 pre-sale and $15 at the door.  Former Marlinite Hon. Mayor Jody Czajkoski of Conroe, TX will be the speaker. For ticket information, call (254) 424-1177 or (979) 739-0219. 

Marlin Athletic 

Boosters

Marlin Athletic Boosters will hold a turkey leg fundraiser on Aug. 21 at the Lucille Williams Pavilion from 10 a.m. until sold out. Cost is $10 per turkey leg.

BTW Alumni Marlin 

Chapter

The BTW Alumni Association Marlin Chapter will meet Thursday, Aug. 26, 2021, at 6 p.m. at the Alumni Building, 216 Falls. Anyone who attended BTW or graduated from BTW are welcomed to attend. For more info, call (979) 739-0219.

Local Youth Program

Gospel Lighthouse Church invites all youths within the community to Foundation Youth, an hour and a half long time of games, food, fun, and fellowship. It takes place each Sunday evening from 5-6:30 p.m. at 1009 Live Oak in Marlin.

Veterans Assistance

Caritas of Waco Inc. will be in Marlin every first and third Monday of the month as part of their Veterans Case Management Program: Assistance For Veterans / Outreach. This will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 365 Coleman St, Marlin. For more information, call (254) 832-5971. To make an appointment please call Jason McCarty at (254) 640-0906. Dates subject to change due to holidays etc.

After School Program

The Boys & Girls Club of Falls County has an after school program that offers things such as homework help, health and life skills, and individual tutoring. It is $25 per child. The program takes place at Marlin Elementary School. For more information please call Donte Crump, Unit Director, at (254) 523-8735 or email dcrump@bgctx.org. www.bgctx.org/FallsCounty1

Lions Club meeting

Lions Club of Marlin will meet every second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 12 p.m. at the Chicken Place.