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JULY 24, 2013 
Willard Library Marking 'American Artist Month' with Local Exhibition
Local artists of all ages are invited to exhibit their work during American Artist Appreciation Month at the Willard library branch in August. An opening reception on Saturday, Aug. 3, at 2 p.m. will kick off this month-long celebration of the visual arts. Artists can submit one piece each. Works are for exhibit only, there is no contest associated with this program. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday, July 31. The public is invited to attend the reception, view the art, and meet the artists. The library is located at 3590 East Lucas Drive. For more information, call 409-892-4988.

 

Best Years Center Offering Senior Driving Course from AARP
Cars have changed, and so have traffic rules, driving conditions, and  roads. Some drivers age 55 and older have never looked back since they got their first licenses, but even the most experienced driver can benefit from some instruction. The Best Years Senior Center offers an AARP course for drivers 55 years and older. The next session is Thursday, Aug. 1, from 8 a.m. to noon. Cost is $12 for center members, and $14 for nonmembers. The course is offered every other month. The center is located at 780 S. Fourth St. To register, or for more information, call 409-838-1902.

 

Beginner's Spanish at Miller
R.C. Miller Library is offering Beginner's Spanish classes. The free classes will be held Thursdays from 2-3 p.m. in the library's conference room beginning Aug. 1. The course will be conducted by Miller staff. The library is located at 1605 Dowlen Road, For more information, contact Miller Reference Department at 409-866-9487.

 

Pet of the Week  Pet of the Week   

Eggroll is a sweet, 1-year-old snowshoe Siamese cat. She is not spayed. Eggroll is litter box trained and likes to play with toy mice.

The city animal shelter is located at 1884 Pine St., and is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

 

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