Black History Month
February is Black History Month. During the decades of the 20th century, it was commonly presumed that African American people had little history besides slavery. It is clear African Americans have significantly impacted the development of the social, political and economic structures of the United States and the world. Documenting African Americans History and educating the public were both vitally important ingredients to the progress of race relations and the progression of the lives of African Americans.
Credit for the evolving awareness of the true place of African Americans in History can in large be bestowed on one man, Carter G. Woodson, known as the “Father of Black History.” Woodson (1875-1950) was the son of former slaves. He noticed the lack of attention paid to African Americans in the History books and in 1926, Dr. Woodson initiated the celebration of Negro History Week which corresponded with the birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. In 1976. This celebration was expanded to include the entire month of February. Today Black History Month is supported throughout the country as people of all ethnic and social backgrounds discuss the African American experience. We need to understand our past in order to live today and create a future. What you do today will make history tomorrow!
The 9th Annual Crawfish Festival and Cookoff will be held Saturday, April 25, at the Plantersville Town Hall with gates opening at 11 a.m. For more information call Dianne Phillips, 936-672-0306, Paige, 936-672-3718 or Donna, 936-672-3718. No one is allowed on the grounds without a wristband.
Grimes County Master Gardeners are hosting a free “Leap into Spring” in seminar at the Town Hall Saturday, Feb. 29.
Plantersville Town Hall is having a Catfish Dinner and Raffle Friday, March 6, at 8227 CR 205. St. Mary’s Catholic Church doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Lisa Atkinson is the host. Tickets may be purchased at the Plantersville Water Company, from scholarship applicants or board members. Tables are available for reservations by contacting Terry Bratcher, 832-419-0157 before March 1. There will be a live auction and donations are being accepted. Contact Karen Hale or a board member if you would like to volunteer. All proceeds will go toward renovating the playground at the Plantersville Townhall and for scholarships. Thanks in advance for your support.
Tuesday, March 3, is the Primary Election. Saturday, May 2, is the general election. Tuesday, May 26, is the primary runoff and Nov. 3, is the general election.
To apply for a job doing census visit 2020census.gov/ jobs or text “texasjobs” to 313131.
Texas Renaissance Festival is accepting applications for 25 new vendors and attractions. Applicants are asked to send a complete business proposal, photos or samples of their merchandise, art, demonstration piece to vendor@texasrenfest.com or access the vendor application online. Proposals and samples may be sent to Jennifer Pierce, c/o Texas Renaissance Festival, 21778 FM 1774, Todd Mission, TX 77363.
Washington on the Brazos Historical Foundation is hosting a Texas Independence Day Celebration Saturday, Feb. 29, from 10 a.m. till 6 p.m., 2400 Park Road in Washington. The Texas Birthday Bash will be held Friday and Saturday, March 6-7 at 200 East McAlpine Street in Navasota. For tickets visit www.texasbirthdaybash.com.
The 33rd annual Sam Houston Folk Festival will be Friday through Sunday, May 15-17, at 1402 19th Street in Huntsville.
Midsouth is conducting a survey for internet service in our area. They came out to my area and informed us they were looking at the poles so they can install fiber optic lines for their own internet service. To find out more information or to register visit www.midsouthfiber.com.
4-H Key Dates
• Feb. 28- Horse mandatory sign up meeting at GC Fairgrounds from 6-8 p.m.
• Feb. 28- Grimes County 4-H Roundup: Photography, Food and Fashion Show; GC Fairgrounds 4-6 p.m.
• Feb. 29- Grimes County 4-H Roundup. Share the Fun; Public Speaking; Food Challenge; Ag Product ID; Livestock Skillathon; Consumer Decision Making; Educational Presentations; GC Fairgrounds 9 a.m.
• March 1- 4-H 2020 Beekeeping Essay Contest deadline.
Deepest sympathies to Prentiss Collins on their loss.
Please have all anniversaries, birthdays and news to me by noon Thursday. If you have any news, please send to 55maepj.gmailcom or call me at 936-894-2094. Thanks in advance.