SAVE THE DATE: Upcoming Community Events

WED., JULY 17TH

–BINGO at Fairfield Library beginning 2:00 p.m.

THURS., JULY 18TH

–Grand Re-Opening at Family Dollar Store in Fairfield. BBQ Plates by Agape Ministries, giveaways, and more!

–Summer Reading Program – Singing Zoologist – at Teague Public Library beginning at 2:00 p.m.

FRI., JULY 19TH

–Book Signing with Teresa Burleson at Fairfield Library from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.

–Open House celebrating Freestone County’s unique historical treasure from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Moody-Bradley House. Music, guided tours and refreshments available.

JULY 19TH & 20TH

–Fuzzy Peach Festival on the courthouse square in Fairfield. Friday will include Freestone Area Go-Texan Cornhole Tournament, Music by Paige Lewis, Food, and Vendors. Saturday will host a full day of water activities, Youth Talent Showcase Open Mic, Vendors, Food, Ice Cream & more. For questions, contact Fairfield Chamber of Commerce at 903-389-5792.

SAT., JULY 20TH

–Monthly Recycle from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. behind Fairfield Junior High. Paper, plastic & metal. NO glass.

–Blood Drive 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. hosted by Fairfield Masonic Lodge #103. For more info, please contact Rich Schaufert at 386-383-5627 or rschaufert@gmail.com.

–Peach Stroll shop local event from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in downtown Fairfield featured sales and refreshments.
–Veterans Marketplace – Third Saturday each month from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 972 FM 1365 in Mexia. No vendors fees for veterans.

TUES., JULY 23RD

–Summer Reading Program – Arts/Crafts – at Teague Public Library beginning at 2:00 p.m.

THURS., JULY 25TH

–Summer Reading Program – Pizza / Movie Party – at Teague Public Library beginning at 2:00 p.m.

–Art Walk featuring students of Stephanie Thorne’s Art Camp held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Trinity Start Arts Council Gallery in Fairfield.

–Fairfield Lions Club meeting beginning 6:00 p.m. at Fairfield Nursing & Rehab. Every second and fourth Thursday.

SAT., JULY 27TH

–Teague Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Produce, local vendor, food trucks and more. www.TeagueFarmersMarket.com

THURS., AUG 1ST

–Tri-County Caregiver Support Group at 5:30 p.m. at Fairfield Senior Center. For info call 903-389-1236.

SAT., AUG 3RD

–Fairfield Farmers Market at Armadillo Emporium from 8am to 2pm. Produce, Fresh cut Beef, Chicken, Eggs, Homemade Preserves, Bread, Salsa, Handcrafted soaps/lotions, etc. Call 903-389-3336 to participate as a vendor.

–4th Annual School Supply Give Away at Fairfield City Park beginning at 12:00 noon. Hotdog lunch, free school supplies & backpack, and free haircuts for first 10 to sign up.

MON., AUG 5Th

–Back To School Bash beginning 7:00 p.m. at the Gym at Wortham ISD.

THURS., AUG 8TH

–Fairfield Lions Club meeting beginning 6:00 p.m. at Fairfield Nursing & Rehab. Every second and fourth Thursday.

SAT., AUG 10TH

–Second Saturday – Monthly Meeting and Potluck Lunch for Veteran Partners at 972 FM 1365 in Mexia. Meeting starts 10:30 a.m., Lunch to follow at approximately 12:00 noon. Veterans are invited to come out for good food and fun visiting.

SAT., AUG 17TH

–Monthly Recycle from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. behind Fairfield Junior High. Paper, plastic & metal. NO glass.
–Veterans Marketplace – Third Saturday each month from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at 972 FM 1365 in Mexia. No vendors fees for veterans.

SUN., AUG 18TH

–4-H Kick Off Pool Party from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Tri-County Golf Club. Come learn about Freestone County 4-H. No outside food or drink, but will be available on-site for purchase.

THURS., AUG 22ND

–Fairfield Lions Club meeting beginning 6:00 p.m. at Fairfield Nursing & Rehab. Every second and fourth Thursday.

SAT., AUG 24TH

–Teague Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Produce, local vendor, food trucks and more. www.TeagueFarmersMarket.com

THURS., SEPT 5TH

–Tri-County Caregiver Support Group at 5:30 p.m. at Fairfield Senior Center. For info call 903-389-1236.

FRI., SEPT 6TH

–Paint Party / Pedaling with Picasso beginning 6:00 p.m. on the square in Fairfield. Paint your own canvas bicycle painting, for kids ages 4 – 14 years. Step by step instructions with All Things Arty and a hotdog dinner.

SAT., SEPT 7TH

–26th Annual Show of Wheels with vintage cars, trucks, and motorcycles. Save the date.
–Fairfield Farmers Market at Armadillo Emporium from 8am to 2pm. Produce, Fresh cut Beef, Chicken, Eggs, Homemade Preserves, Bread, Salsa, Handcrafted soaps/lotions, etc. Call 903-389-3336 to participate as a vendor.

THURS., SEPT 12TH

–Fairfield Lions Club meeting beginning 6:00 p.m. at Fairfield Nursing & Rehab. Every second and fourth Thursday.

SAT., SEPT 14TH

SAT., SEPT 21ST

THURS., SEPT 26TH

–Fairfield Lions Club meeting beginning 6:00 p.m. at Fairfield Nursing & Rehab. Every second and fourth Thursday.

SAT., SEPT 28TH

–Santa in September featuring breakfast, crafts, and visits with Santa Claus.
–Teague Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Produce, local vendor, food trucks and more. www.TeagueFarmersMarket.com

THURS., OCT 3RD

–Tri-County Caregiver Support Group at 5:30 p.m. at Fairfield Senior Center. For info call 903-389-1236.

SAT., OCT 5TH

THURS., OCT 10TH

–Fairfield Lions Club meeting beginning 6:00 p.m. at Fairfield Nursing & Rehab. Every second and fourth Thursday.

SAT., OCT 12TH

OCT 18TH & 19TH

–Big T Memorial State Championship BBQ Cookoff at W.L. Moody Reunion Fairgrounds in Fairfield. Sponsorships available. For details, contact bigtmemorialcookoff@gmail.com

SAT., OCT 19TH

THURS., OCT 24TH

–Fairfield Lions Club meeting beginning 6:00 p.m. at Fairfield Nursing & Rehab. Every second and fourth Thursday.

SAT., OCT 26TH

–Teague Farmers Market from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Produce, local vendor, food trucks and more. www.TeagueFarmersMarket.com

WED., OCT 30Th

–Boo On The Square in Fairfield. Save the date.

SAT., NOV 2ND

TUES., NOV 5TH

–General Election for Federal, State and County positions. Early Voting starts October 21st. For details, visit online at www.co.freestone.tx.us/page/freestone.Elections.

THURS., NOV 7TH

–Tri-County Caregiver Support Group at 5:30 p.m. at Fairfield Senior Center. For info call 903-389-1236.

SAT., NOV 9TH

SAT., NOV 16TH

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

SAT., DEC 14TH

–Wreaths Across America ceremonies at various cemeteries. Stay tuned for additional information.

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