THURS., NOV 21ST
–Wortham ISD Homegrown Harvest Arts Festival from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in downtown Wortham. Live painting by Cuban-American Artist Rolando Diaz to be auctioned off, benefiting WHS Art Department. Artwork exhibited by Wortham ISD students, Live Music by Knot Today, BBQ & Desserts by Wortham Culinary and Beefstro Team, fall-themed photo booth for families, a bounce house, yard games and arts & crafts.
SAT., NOV 23RD
–Teague Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Produce, local vendor, food trucks and more. www.TeagueFarmersMarket.com
–Thankful for Thanksgiving – a Free Community Event hosted by Agape Ministry 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at the Teague Center. Volunteers needed, 832-318-1794.
SUN., NOV 24TH
–Community Thanksgiving Dinner from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Fellowship Hall at First Baptist Church in Donie.
SAT., NOV 30TH
–Small Business Saturday.
TUES., DEC 3RD
–Welcome Celebration for Lovey Local Christmas Elf at The Jaded Spade from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. Sponsored by Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.
THURS., DEC 5TH
–Freestone County Retired Teachers meeting at 11:30 a.m. to include a visit with Tom Maynard, District 10 State Board of Education representative. Light snacks served and $25 door prize to be given away.
–Sip, Snack & Shop from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in Fairfield. Participating retailers include Accessories Etc., The Jaded Spade, Brenda’s Closet, Armadillo Emporium, The Twisted Whisk, Trinity Star Art Gallery, Studio 75 Salon, Southern Bound, Dessert by MommaCakes, Kennedy’s Korner, Jenerosity & Phluff, Creations Flowers & Gifts, and The Fairfield Recorder.
–Polar Express model train exhibit at Trinity Star Art Gallery in Fairfield from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Electric trains, Christmas village, student Christmas art, performances by Fairfield Eagle Choir and harpist Diane Repp, and sips & snacks.
–Parade of Lights beginning at 6:00 p.m. down Main Street in Teague, followed by Lighting of Christmas in the Park (8th Ave). Santa visits at the B-RI Railroad.
DEC 6TH-8TH
–Teague Flea Market 1st & 3rd Weekend Friday thru Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
FRI., DEC 6TH
–Santa & Mrs. Claus will visit with children at Teague Public Library from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Join them for hot chocolate and cookies.
SAT., DEC 7TH
–Breakfast with Santa at historic Teague Hotel.
–Breakfast with Santa beginning 9:00 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Donie.
–Polar Express model train exhibit at Trinity Star Art Gallery in Fairfield from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Electric trains, Christmas village, student Christmas art, and sips & snacks.
–Christmas on the Square & Hometown Christmas Parade in downtown Fairfield from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. Sant Claus, Parade, Caroling, Food Trucks, Vendor Shopping, Games, Children’s Book Giveaway & more! Presented by City of Fairfield and Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.
SUN., DEC 8TH
–Professional Guitarist, Jack Sanders, free performance beginning 6:30 p.m. at Lakeside United Methodist Church. Hosted by Trinity Star Arts Council.
TUES., DEC 10TH
–Lovey Local vs. The Grinch at Southern Bound from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. Sponsored by Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.
FRI., DEC 13TH
–Teague Small Business Sip & Shop from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
SAT., DEC 14TH
–Wreaths Across America ceremonies at various local cemeteries. Times / locations in Freestone County include Veterans Remembrance Park – 10:00 a.m., Shanks Cemetery – 11:30 a.m.., Salem Cemetery – 12:00 noon, Driver Cemetery – 1:30 p.m., Wortham Cemetery – 3:00 p.m. To sponsor a wreath, or learn about volunteering, visit online at visit www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/TXVRPT
–Teague Tour of Homes from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. including B-RI Railroad Museum and historic Teague Hotel. $10 tickets available at The Honeysuckle, Yoakum Mercantile, Prosperity Bank and Brookshire Brothers of Teague.
SUN., DEC 15TH
–Christmas Market at Teague Farmers Market from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. includes annual Chili Cook-off, Toy Drive, and Ugly Sweater Party.
TUES., DEC 17TH
–A Snowman in the Hot Seat at Accessories, Etc. from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. Lovey Local Elf event sponsored by Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.
THURS., DEC 19TH
–Cocoa, Gifts & Elf Twists with Lovey Local Christmas Elf at Brenda’s Closet from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. Sponsored by Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.
DEC 20TH-22ND
–Teague Flea Market 1st & 3rd Weekend Friday thru Sunday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
FRI., DEC 20TH
–Special Story Time at Fairfield Library with Santa Claus beginning at 5:30 p.m.
SAT., DEC 21ST
–Jingle All the Way on the square in Fairfield from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Santa, Pony Carousel, Snow Slide, Balloon Artist, Local Vendors, Festive Food & Drive, Live Carols, Crafts & much more! Hosted by City of Fairfield and Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.
MON., DEC 23RD
–Magical Town Tree – North Pole Drive-By Send-Off from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m. Drive by, honk & wave goodbye to the Lovey Christmas Elf. Sponsored by Fairfield Chamber of Commerce.
SAT., DEC 28TH
–Carter BloodCare blood drive at Teague Brookshire Brothers from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. All donors receive a free blanket. Look for the Carter BloodCare bus in the parking lot. Sign up in advance by clicking here.
THURS., JAN 23RD
–Fairfield Chamber of Commerce annual Awards Banquet. This year’s theme is ‘Journey to Oz.’ Come early for a Wicked Cocktail hour at 5:30 p.m., Banquet begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets available from the Chamber office at 903-389-5792.
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