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DISD to honor veterans

Dublin ISD will be honoring veterans Monday, Nov. 11 at the High School.

Breakfast will be served at 8 a.m. followed by a program honoring veterans at 8:45 a.m.

Comanche museum to host veterans day luncheon 
The Comanche County Museum is excited to invite the community to a Veterans Day Luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, November 10. This heartfelt event honors local veterans and their families with a meal and a celebration of their service.

Indulge in a menu featuring classic beef pot roast, generously supplied by Artesian Ranch, LLC, complemented by potatoes, carrots, onions, celery, and bacon-infused green beans. There will also be hot dogs for the kids, along with a variety of fresh salads, drinks, and homemade desserts. This luncheon is the perfect opportunity to gather with friends, family, and fellow community members.

'We invite everyone to come and celebrate our veterans,' said Bobby Lane, President of the Comanche County Historical Museum. 'This luncheon is not just about the food; it’s about recognizing the sacrifices made by those who have served our country.'

This event operates on a donation-only basis, and any contributions are deeply appreciated to support future programs and initiatives at the museum.

For more information, contact the Comanche County Museum at 325-356-5115 Join us in honoring our heroes this Veterans Day and enjoy a meal with the community!

The museum is located at 402 Moorman Road in Comanche.

ECGS to host family speaker Nov. 7 
Dublin Public Library and Erath County Genealogical Society invite you to hear Mary Jo Kenny speak at the library at 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7.

Mary Jo will share the saga of the Kenny and Colwell families who settled Texas in the early 1800s, and how they came to make Erath County their home. Her account of family history offers insight to life in Texas in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries.

Donate unwanted candy for Easter
Got unwanted candy or maybe you got too much?  Drop off your candy at the Dublin Public Library for the community's Easter egg hunt hosted by Dairy Queen, the Dublin Citizen and CWJC in 2025. Candy will be securely stored until it's time to stuff eggs. Candy may be donated starting Nov. 1.
Support our community events! 
The Dublin Public Library is located at 206 W. Blackjack Street.

Thanks Giving Dublin Market
The Thanksgiving Dublin Market will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 16 in Wright Park
Think of holiday cheer, holiday guests, and holiday gifts.  At the Dublin Market you’ll find homemade delectables, unique gifts, and handmade crafts to enliven the season.  Come and bring a friend.  
The Dublin Market, Wright Park, Nov. 16.

Revitalize Dublin announces Gingerbread House contest
Revitalize Dublin has announced its second annual Gingerbread House decorating contest. Get your aprons on and get ready to bake!  Drop off this year will be on or before Dec. 7 by 3 p.m. at the Grafton Market at 112 S. Grafton.  Winners will be announced Dec.14 .  All gingerbread houses will be on display and Revitalize Dublin invites everyone to check out the competition and vote for the People's Choice award!  
1st Place Prize-50/50 Cash Prize, a Gingerbread Trophy and Bragging Rights
• $25.00 Buy In to competition
• 50% of funds raised will go to Revitalize Dublin. 
• Your name and Gingerbread house title must be
visible and separate from your house
• All Gingerbread houses must be placed on a base
not exceeding 24"X24"
• All Gingerbread Houses must me 100% edible
candy/embellishments/ materials exceptions are
the base and any lights used to decorate
• No artificial interior items such as glue or
Styrofoam are to be used to construct the house
• Base can include non edible items for decoration
Last  years winners are sure to come back with Bigger and Better - so be prepared! Enter the competition by filling out the Google form on Revitalize Dublin or Dublin TX Chatter

Chamber begins work on Christmas festivities
The Dublin Chamber of Commerce is hard at work on Christmas Festivities set for Saturday, Dec. 7. They are working on getting vendors for a Christmas Market in Downtown Dublin. It is a rain or shine event, no refunds. Food vendors must have food permits.
The annual lighted Christmas Parade will be held at 6 p.m. Dec. 7. Call or text Derris to get signed up at 254-459-1514.