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The Caldwell Visitors and Newcomers magazine is published by Texas-based Trips Publications, a publisher with a focus on small towns throughout Texas. To view all of the towns in the Trips Publications family, visit tripspublications.com or call 979-725-3080 to request hard copies.

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Considering relocating? Caldwell’s convenient proximity to our state’s metropolitan areas keeps you connected to the big cities while still affording the benefits and charm of smalltown living. We’re only 23 miles from Bryan, 61 miles from Temple, 79 miles from Austin, and 107 miles from Houston.

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HISTORICAL CALDWELL, TEXAS - Explore the history of Caldwell, the county seat of Burleson County. AREA ATTRACTIONS - Visit all of the gems of Caldwell

KOLACHE FESTIVAL - Discover what make this iconic festival one-of-a-kind and try baking your own kolaches.

TALK OF CALDWELL - Learn about the renovation happening at the historic downtown Longhorn Saloon

BURLESON COUNTY CZECH HERITAGE MUSEUM - See how the museum is preserving Caldwell’s rich heritage for future generations

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS - So much to do, all year long!

A TOAST TO CALDWELL - Who’s up for a lush winery, unique event venue, and truly Texan Lounge?

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RELOCATION INFORMATION - Read why Caldwell is a stellar choice to live, work and play BUSINESS DIRECTORY - Caldwell has it all!

CHURCH DIRECTORY - Everyone is welcome to worship at area churches in Caldwell

MEET THE NEIGHBORS - Explore local Chriesman, Brenham and Lake Somerville when you visit Caldwell

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HISTORY OF CALDWELL

DEEP ROOTS

Historical Caldwell, Texas CALDWELL, THE COUNTY SEAT OF BURLESON COUNTY, IS AT THE INTERSECTION OF STATE HIGHWAYS 21 AND 36, IN THE CENTER OF THE COUNTY Texas Congress annexed to Milam County all of Washington County north of Yegua Creek and west of the Brazos River in 1840 and, at that time, Caldwell was designated as the county seat of this new Milam County, that would come to be known as Burleson County. The town of Caldwell, named for Mathew Caldwell, was laid out along Old San Antonio Road, west of Davidson Creek. This site encompassed a settlement founded by Lewis L. Chiles. Until Burleson County was formed in 1846, Caldwell served as the county seat of Milam County. By 1856, the population of the town was 300, and the Caldwell House, known as one of the finest hotels in Texas, was the temporary destination for many travelers along the Old San Antonio Road. Caldwell also had a post office, male and female academies housed in the Masonic building, Baptist and Methodist churches, seven general stores, a saloon, a blacksmith shop, a livery stable, and a courthouse. By 1878, Caldwell published their own newspaper, known then as the Caldwell Register. The town also boasted a bottling works and an ice house. Caldwell was incorporated in 1891 with a mayor and city council form of government, that continues today. The city maintains a library that was established in 1976, a municipal airport that came along in 1968, five parks, and equipment and housing for a Volunteer Fire Department that was originally organized in 1886. The first school of record was a Male and Female Academy established in 1844. During the Reconstruction period, a company of State Police was ordered and stationed in Caldwell. A company of the Texas National Guard was also headquartered in Caldwell from 1898 through 1940. Caldwell was the smallest town in Texas at that time to have a full infantry company. The soldiers were volunteers from Caldwell, Somerville, and rural parts of the county. Many of these men were captured by the Germans at Salerno, Italy, in 1943 and were prisoners of war until the Germans surrendered in 1945. Burleson County Historical Society, Astride the Old San Antonio Road: A History of Burleson County, Texas (Dallas: Taylor, 1980). Catherine G. Alford, “Caldwell, TX,” Handbook of Texas Online, accessed May 19, 2021, <https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/caldwell-tx>.

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AREA ATTRACTIONS Davidson Creek Park boasts activities for the entire family, even duck families.

Davidson Creek Park is located off of Highway 36 at South Wright Street in Caldwell and online at www.caldwelltx.gov/departments/parks-and-recreation. In an effort to bring books and the gift of literacy outside the doors of the Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library and to reach further into the community, the city of Caldwell is working with local nonprofits and businesses to establish 11 Little Free Libraries in Caldwell’s nine public parks, as well as at the Civic/Visitors Center and Caldwell’s public library. Little Free Library is a nonprofit that builds community, inspires readers, and expands book access for all through a global network of volunteer-led little libraries by encouraging participants to place book-exchange boxes within their community. “In a large city, patrons will be served by library branches which are strategically placed to reach citizens that live in out-lying areas,” added Heidi Frazier, community development program coordinator. “In effect, these take-one/leave-one boxes, erected in each of our parks, will serve as our city’s library branches.” A Little Free Library will be installed in the nine public parks in Caldwell, including Davidson Creek Park, Santa Fe Park, Freeman Park, KC Field, Shaw Street Park, Molly Street Park, Noack Field Park, 7th Street (Duff Street) Park, and Woodson Park. The city of Caldwell will now be joining those who have placed over 100,000 Little Free Libraries that are in more than 100 countries, sharing 42 million books annually, as part of Little Free Library.org.

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avidson Creek Park is a green space filled with activities for the entire family. It is open to the public and maintained by the City of Caldwell. Visitors of the park can enjoy a variety of ammenities and activities including: fishing ponds, horseshoe pits, washer pits, soccer fields, baseball fields, batting cages, covered basketball court, covered pavilions, picnic tables and charlcoal grills, shaded seating, walking and jogging trails, playground areas, and a 9-hole disc golf course.

“This exhibit is simply the beginning of this large project. Our next step is not only to install these libraries, but to offer free programs to the public with each ribbon cutting, to be held in the next few months,” said Frazier. Although there is no cost to attend the art exhibit, visitors are encouraged to donate any new or used book to be placed in the Little Free Library of their choice. The Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library is located at 704 TX-21 and online at www.caldwelltx.gov/departments/library.

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AREA ATTRACTIONS For over 35 years, Dr. Joe Carlyle Smith’s sculptures have been an attraction that’s hard to miss when one is driving along TX 21 in Caldwell. The eye-catching art pieces stand out, encouraging one to stop and explore the unique, imaginative creations.

Visitors enjoy viewing Dr. Joe Carlyle Smith’s sculpture named Impossible Dream.

One of the most notable pieces is of a man’s head on a goose’s body standing on one leg called Impossible Dream. Other works by Smith can be seen in Caldwell at the McDonald’s restaurant; the Civic Center, 103 TX 21; and at the Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library, which once housed Dr. Smith’s medical office, at 704 TX 21. “We have a sign up that says JLyle Medical Clinic and Gallery, located at 501 N. Stone,” added J. Griffis Smith, son of the late Dr. Joe Carlyle Smith. “My Dad came up with JLyle as his artist name so when he put art up at his clinic the patients would not know he did them and he liked hearing their true opinions. Tours available by appointment. Leave a message at 512-294-4997. Half of the house is a clinic and the other half is a gallery or museum of his paintings, photography, and sculptures.”

Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library is a progressive library that serves the entire county.

In 2013, a concerted effort was made to build the farmers market on the square in downtown Caldwell in support of the Main Street project growth. Originally called the Caldwell Texas Farmers Market, the name was changed in 2018 to Burleson County Farmers’ Market.

Displayed are the recently refurbished newspaper racks that serve as Little Lbraries throughout Caldwell.

The market is open from 7 a.m. to noon every Saturday, year-round, rain or shine. The Burleson County Farmers’ Market usually has three to 20 vendors from Burleson County, as well as adjacent counties. When garden production is at its peak during the summer, farmers meet at the pavilion on Buck Street on Wednesday evenings to provide produce to the public in the shade. Nichole Hejl hosts a truck market in Snook at County Road 269 and Farm to Market 2155 Spur next to the Watering Hole (the old grocery store) typically from May through July on Wednesday evenings.

Burleson County Farmers Market is open from 7 a.m. to noon every Saturday, year-round, rain or shine.

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AREA ATTRACTIONS Additional information on farmer sale locations in the county may be found on the Caldwell Texas Farmers’ Market Facebook page (www.facebook.com/Caldwell-Texas-Farmers-Market-362362477223656). Copperas Hollow Country Club’s nine-hole course provides golfers of all skill levels a challenge with every hole.

Sign up for the Burleson County Farmers’ Market is available at the Burleson County Ag Extension office in the courthouse during weekday office hours. Vendors may obtain a form with rules at 100 West Buck Street, Suite 105, in Caldwell. Vendors are encouraged to read Texas Cottage Food Laws also as these are the governing rules for farmers markets across the state. The Burleson County Farmers’ Market supports local growers in Burleson County and adjacent county growers. Everyone is welcome to attend. Copperas Hollow Country Club provides golfers of all skill levels a challenge with every hole. This nine-hole layout has tricky dog legs, towering pine trees and knee buckling Par 5’s to test the nerves of the most seasoned golfer.

First United Methodist Church as it stands today. The church is one of the oldest Methodist churches in Texas.

With a clubhouse that boasts a large banquet room to host your next event, a swimming pool available to members for those long summer days and a driving range to perfect your skills, Copperas Hollow has something for everyone. Copperas Hollow Country Club is located at 995 Country Club Drive and online at www.copperashollowgolf.com. The congregation of the First United Methodist Church, organized in 1840, is one of the oldest in Texas. It was one of 12 appointments on the Nashville Circuit, Galveston District, Republic of Texas. Samuel A. Williams was the presiding elder, and Robert Crawford was the Circuit rider. When Caldwell was designated as the new county seat of Milam County in 1841, the commissioners named to select the site donated “certain lots … for the purpose religious worship.” Accordingly, on September 18, 1841, Elder Williams appointed trustees to receive title to the property for the Methodist Episcopal Church.

A historical photo of First United Methodist Church in Caldwell, reportedly taken in 1854. Photo courtesy Laura Kellough.

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Besada dancers at the Kolache Festival.

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hings get tasty every year in Caldwell on the second Saturday in September. The annual Caldwell Kolache Festival, on the square downtown, offers dance, song, food, crafts, period costumes, children’s activities, classic cars and beautiful quilts. The festival symbolizes the warmth and fellowship of the Bohemian people. They are proud of the heritage they honor and kindly invite you to this wonderful celebration of the kolache (pronounced ko-LAH-tch, with no “ee,” in local dialect). WHAT THE FESTIVAL IS ALL ABOUT “The festival is about celebrating the kolache,” said Janice Easter, festival chair of the Burleson Chamber of Commerce sponsored event. “We have a bake show where youth, adults, and professionals can enter multiple categories. You can also purchase kolaches from vendors that come from all over Central Texas to sell their homemade wares at the festival.” Dating all the way back to 1984, the festival started off small, however it didn’t take long for visitors to catch on that there really is something special going on at the Kolache Festival.

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We’ve been sold out, even before noon, on a particular festival day. People get here super early for the kolaches.

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“We went from tiny to a giant explosion,” shared Easter. “There were four or five years, consecutive years, where we had over 25,000 people, and the kolaches … I know that they sold 1000s of dozens, and that’s a lot! We’ve been sold out, even before noon, on a particular festival day. People get here super early for the kolaches. In addition, we have a kolache eating contest that you can join in teams, and you don’t have to sign up in advance.”

INGREDIENTS 6 cups all-purpose flour ½ cup plus 1 teaspoon sugar, divided 1 ½ cups warm evaporated milk 4 ½ teaspoons active dry yeast 1 ½ teaspoons salt ¼ cup butter or margarine, melted 1 egg plus 2 yolks, well beaten 2 teaspoons vanilla 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind

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In addition to the kolaches, the festival also offers activities and entertainment for both the young and the young at heart.

PREPARATION Sift flour into large bowl. Make a well in the flour. Put one teaspoon sugar the warm milk, and yeast in the well. Let stand about five minutes.

“We have wholesome music all day,” added Easter. “We love polka music; who doesn’t? I’m 100% Czech, so I grew up with it. We also have approximately 250 vendors, arts and crafts and food. We have a kiddy land so, if you have small children, there is something for them, as well. There’s an antique tractor and machinery show, and a classic car show at Davidson Creek Park under the shade trees. It’s a beautiful setting.”

Add remaining sugar, salt, butter, eggs, vanilla, and lemon rind. Mix and beat well with a wooden spoon. Sprinkle top lightly with flour, cover, and let rise in a warm place about 1 ½ hours. Then use dough for frgáls or kolaches.

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Cottage Cheese Filling: 16oz. cottage cheese 6 tablespoons butter 2 egg yolks ½ cup sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla sugar 2 egg whites, beaten 2 tablespoons raisins Apricot Filling: 5 cups dried apricots 2 cups sugar 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon almond extract 1 teaspoon cinnamon Form into a pie or kolache shapes, about ½ inch thick. Place on greased pie pan or baking sheet. Spread filling no more than ½ inch thick. Bush edges with egg white and bake in preheated 3250 F oven for thirty minutes.

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History lovers will want to take a stroll through the Kraitchar House, just east of the courthouse square. Built in 1891, the tour gives visitors a look at the home’s superior craftmanship and a unique glimpse at what life was like during this period in Central Texas. In addition to the historic home, festivalgoers can also vote on their favorite quilt in the Kolache Festival’s Quilt Show.

magic happen and the Kolache Festival in Caldwell is no exception. “The City of Caldwell is so instrumental in the success of the festival,” added Easter. “They’ve got to set up the electrical poles for all of the vendors and do all of the road closures. There’s just so many things that the city is responsible for.”

“We have an amazing quilt show with so many beautiful pieces of quilt- Still, volunteers are also needed to keep the Czech traditions alive at the ed art on display,” said Easter. “Everyone gets a card and votes on their Kolache Festival and extra hands are always welcome. favorites.” “There are not enough people to keep things going and it’s hard work,” said Easter. “We need volunteers to help promote the culture and keep HISTORY OF THE KOLACHE FESTIVAL it going for years to come. We are all volunteer based and we’re blessed The Kolache Festival has a lot of history in Caldwell and, today, carries to have community volunteers that are passionate about it.” on those traditions started by her Czech founders. GETTING A TASTE OF YOUR OWN “It started as just a baking contest, recognizing our county that is full of great Czech bakers,” shared Easter. “For the next three or four years, it For those wanting to indulge in the very best kolaches in the state, they grew bigger and bigger until it became a full-blown festival. It’s always better be ready to rise and shine early. the second Saturday in September, always set in stone. That date is also there because so many of the people who moved away come home on “You better be here by 8 o’clock,” laughed Easter. “Everyone’s invited that weekend. It’s a great time to hold class reunions because so many and anyone can come. The event is free and there’s no parking fee, no people come home for the Kolache Festival.” fees of any kind to attend.” FUTURE OF THE FESTIVAL

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TALK OF CALDWELL “When it rained and the roof leaked, the men just tilted their head and let it run off the bill of their cowboy hats without interrupting the game.”

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f you’ve visited downtown Caldwell recently, you’ve probably noticed significant progress in the restoration of the Longhorn Saloon. Father and son team, Luke and Burton Speckman, are partners in the family venture that owns the iconic building and are heading up the restoration project.

“It was a much grander renovation than we expected,” shared Burton. “The original brick was in such poor condition. It was literally melting from the moisture it was exposed to over the years. From what I was told, the roof had leaked for forty or fifty years. It still had the original roof from the 1880s on it when we went to replace it. It had just been patched and patched and patched.”

FIRMLY PLANTED IN DOWNTOWN CALDWELL ‘We’ve always wanted to get involved with downtown Caldwell,” said Burton. “We looked at several buildings over the years and it never worked out. Finally, we were able to acquire the Longhorn Saloon and we’ve owned it for about a year and half. It took just shy of two years to close on it.”

“We were told that everyone came to play dominoes there,” added Luke. “And we still have those tables. We were also told that, when it rained and the roof leaked, the men just tilted their head and let it run off the bill of their cowboy hats without interrupting the game.” THE COMMUNITY GETS INVOLVED

Feeling his son’s frustration, Burton’s dad could easily relate to the acquisition pains that came along with purchasing the saloon. “We didn’t know if we would ever close on it, but it finally happened,” said Luke. “We thought we’d bought a building but what we really bought was only a lot and three walls. We hadn’t counted on starting over on the foundation. The back wall was also a nightmare. We quickly realized we had bit off a whole lot more than we were planning on, but it is a really cool building. It stands out from everything else in town.”

The Speckmans learned a lot about their new venture through physical discoveries in the structure itself, as well as from local residents who were eager to share their memories of the Longhorn Saloon. “It’s been so much fun working in the old building,” said Burton. “One of the people that came by was John E. Hejl. His grandfather was Mr. Kallus, the man who bought the building in 1895; there’s a sign on the front with his name on it. He bought it from another man that operated a mercantile

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TALK OF CALDWELL there. Mr. Kallus operated it as the Iron Front Saloon, a name reflecting the cast iron Mesker façade on the front. Right now, all we lack is the renovation of the façade itself. We’ll be tearing off everything that is not original to try and make it look as close as we can to pictures from the 1900s.” “I was so amazed at how many people are interested in the saloon and love it as much as we do,” added Luke. “Locals have given us really good feedback without us even having to ask for it, telling us, ‘We need a steakhouse, we need a nice place in Caldwell.’ That’s what we’re leaning to trying to find as a tenant, some type of food related business.” FINDING HIDDEN TREASURES Early on, while removing the subfloor, Burton made a few discoveries that they plan to turn into art in the future establishment. “We found over 100 bottles beneath the floor that were intact,” shared Burton. “Some that went all the way back to the mercantile days. One of the bottles was from Galveston Brewing and was embossed with, ‘A Meal in a Bottle.’ We also found many that are from Caldwell Bottling Works. Our goal is, once we have our tenant in place, to create a historical display with the old bottles inside the old saloon.”

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I was so amazed at how many people are interested in the saloon and

“Someone also told us about an old mural,” said Luke. “We finally did find it, covered up with Masonite. It’s a giant mural, about four foot tall and 16 feet long. We figure it was probably sponsored by a beer company, as was common during that period. It was in really bad shape, but we could make out a landscape with a big lake. Very little survived but we’d really like to restore it like it was. We’ll need to find an artist that can do that.”

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STAYING TRUE TO THE SALOON’S HISTORIC PAST Although the final outcome may be a bit different than local residents remember, staying true to the original structure is imperative to the Speckmans as they work out the final details on the establishment. “We’re working with the Main Street board to get new renderings and new choices on how the front should look,” said Luke. “We’ll be raising the front porch because where the roof is now is not where it was originally – it was three or four foot higher. We’re going to raise the canopy really high like it was originally, as well. We’ll have to add eight-foot doors and transom windows, things that were there before. It’ll be a really different look compared to what people are accustomed to. And, in the future, it won’t be orange. We’re not sure yet on what color it will be, but it won’t be orange!” Longhorn Saloon is located at 109 W. Buck Street in downtown Caldwell.

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The 1863 home that the museum is housed in displays period clothing and items one would have found in a home during Caldwell’s early days. The house was donated by the Polasek Family in 1993 to the Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum.

The Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum was started in 1992 by a handful of charter members and continues to operate today with the purpose of promoting and preserving the unique heritage and culture of both the Czech in Europe and the Czech settlers in this area of Texas. “We started the museum in Caldwell as a way to display relics from our past ancestors,” said Daniel Junek, current treasurer and past president of the museum board. “The items on display came from just about everywhere. People would read about the museum and donate items. That is how it grew to

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CZECH HISTORY the collection it is today.” The house that the museum resides in was built in 1863 and donated by the Polasek family in 1993. It was the dream of George Hlavinka to restore the historic house and, aided by Anton Haisler, was completed two and a half years later. Together with the Carriage House, adjacent to the home, the Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum is able to display not only household items but also historical pictures, ship manifests, examples of Czech currency, maps of Prague, paintings, handmade pieces of art, dolls and children’s toys, and period clothing. “One of my favorite items is the dulcimer,” added Birdie Kristoff, secretary of the museum board. “They are nice instruments and I enjoy hearing them played. There was a visitor that was able to play a little bit on it one time.” “The printed fabric is a favorite of mine,” added Dorman Pullin, president. “It was made with something similar to a stamp pad. After taking regular cloth, they dyed it a certain color and then stamped the pattern on. Can you imagine sitting down and trying to have the patience to do something like that?”

Charter members of the Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum included Helen Jurica, Margaret Polansky, Daniel Junek, George and Shirley Hlavinka, Bennie and Annie Polasek, Grace Skrivanek, Bernard Rychlik, and Robert and Johanna Elliott. Today, the Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum members continue the hard work of maintaining the museum grounds, giving out an annual scholarship to the Queen of the Kolache Festival, and teaching the cultural heritage of the Czech people to anyone who will listen, and with a good reason. “We need to pass on the sacrifices,” said Dorman. “The sacriContinued on page 20

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Top, this well is an example of how early Czech residents obtained water for their homes; middle, an old wood burning stove is on display in the kitchen; bottom, ship manifests allow visitors a way to find their ancestor’s travel log.

CZECH HISTORY fices that our ancestors made for us to be sitting here today. I think about what it was like for them to leave their country, their home, and go to a new world. They sacrificed a lot to leave and come here to a big question mark. I enjoy it when the young people come here and see what life was like for our early settlers. There was no running water in the house. Instead, folks had to drop a bucket into a well and haul their water inside. Children had to get up early and help in the barn. Cows had to be milked, you had to bring in eggs. I remember my own mother out in the field with us, picking cotton. It wasn’t easy. I also want them to understand what family was like back then. The family values, you know. When you sat around the table for a meal and your family was there. Someone’s extended family may be within only 30 or 40 miles.” To maintain the museum and her heritage, volunteers are vital. Please consider becoming a member of the Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum by calling President Dorman Pullin at 979-5674021. The Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum is located at 200 East Fawn Street, at the corner of Shaw and Fawn Street, just two blocks off the Presidential corridor. The museum is open by appointment only. Visitors may call the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce to book a tour, 979-567-0000.

Top, to celebrate the end of the winter, young girls in a number of villages would build an effigy of a woman out of straw and branches, and dress the figure in old clothes. The woman represents a Slavic goddess of winter and is associated with death. Therefore, her destruction symbolizes the beginning of new life in spring. After taking the figure out of the village in a solemn procession, Morana is set on fire and then thrown into the water by singing girls; bottom, these spoons on display in the kitchen of the museum are a good example of the artistic abilities of the Czech people and their desire to decorate everything, even everyday items.

Bottom oval, Shirley and George Hlavinka were named Queen and King of the Kolache Festival in 2001. The photo of this couple, as well as couples from other years, are on display in the Carriage House adjacent to the museum.

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JULY

OCTOBER

Casino Night Fundraiser 3rd Saturday Burleson County Expo Center Sponsored by Caldwell Rotary Club

Summer Concert Series Free concert, open to all 2nd Saturday in downtown Caldwell Sponsored by Caldwell Main Street

MARCH

Law Enforcement Appreciation Banquet Caldwell Civic Center Sponsored by Caldwell Rotary Club

Scare on the Square/Trunk or Treat Games, activities, contests, movies and treats On the square in downtown Caldwell Sponsored by Burleson County Chamber of Commerce

Chocolate, Champagne and Cake Walk Shopping, giveaways, drinks, music Downtown Caldwell Sponsored by Caldwell Main Street MAY Margarita Fest Shopping, Margarita sipping, live music Downtown Caldwell Sponsored by Burleson County Chamber of Commerce Annual Free Rabies Vaccine Burleson County Expo Center Sponsored by Caldwell Rotary Club JUNE

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Summer Concert Series Free concert, open to all 2nd Saturday in downtown Caldwell Sponsored by Caldwell Main Street

AUGUST Summer Concert Series Free concert, open to all 2nd Saturday in downtown Caldwell Sponsored by Caldwell Main Street SEPTEMBER Kolache Festival – see page 9 2nd Saturday Sponsored by Burleson County Chamber of Commerce (a combined community effort)

NOVEMEBER Hunter’s Wife Weekend – see brief bottom of this page Sponsored by Burleson County Chamber of Commerce DECEMBER Christmas on the Square An old fashioned Christmas experience with lighting, dancers and visits with Santa Claus Sponsored by Burleson County Chamber of Commerce

Burleson County Fair – see page 23 3rd Weekend Sponsored by Burleson County Fair Association

WEEKLY / MONTHLY Second Saturday in Caldwell Business stay open later and offer specials 2nd Saturday of every month Burleson County Farmers’ Market – see page 8 Caldwell Rotary Club Meets every Tuesday at noon at the Caldwell Civic Center Caldwell Burleson County Lions Meets the 2nd and 4th Thursday at noon at the Caldwell Civic Center Caldwell Lions Club Meets the 1st and 3rd Monday at the First Baptist Family Life Center at 6 p.m. Caldwell Early Evening Lions Meets the 1st and 3rd Monday at the First Baptist Family Life Center at 6 p.m.

The Hunter’s Wife Weekend The Hunter’s Wife Weekend, sponsored by the Burleson Chamber of Commerce, is an enjoyable day of shopping and wine tasting for ladies in November. According to the chamber’s website, ladies can enjoy local shopping, wine tasting, door prizes, various activates, and just great fun with friends. Destinations are all across Burleson County, including Somerville and Caldwell. Rides are provided between Somerville and Caldwell, with shuttles available for transportation around Caldwell, as well. For more information, contact the Burleson County Chamber of Commerce office at 301 N. Main Street Caldwell. CALDWELL, TEXAS |

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ometimes you just need a dose of some good old-fashioned fair activities—a livestock show, downtown parade, carnival rides, unique shopping, live music to dance to, a funnel cake, or maybe a cold beer. If that’s the case, you might want to load the family in the truck and head out to the Burleson County Fair in Caldwell. The annual fair takes place at Burleson County Fairgrounds 905 TX 36, in Caldwell, always the third weekend in September. www.facebook.com/burlesoncountyfair

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A TOAST TO CALDWELL

DRINKS, MUSIC, FUN

Local Hangouts THREE AREA ESTABLISHMENTS THAT ARE A SURE BET FOR A GOOD TIME By Michelle Banse Stokes, photos by Lori Olivarez-Ligues

ate nights, ladies nights, or celebrations of long-worked weeks - these are all great reasons to pop a cork on a bottle of wine to share with good friends or cozy up to a table for a friendly game of dominoes. Caldwell proudly boasts some pretty cool spots to hangout. Whether you’re in the mood for live music or a more quiet venue for you and your date, you won’t be disappointed. No matter the occasion, if you’re looking for a chilled glass of white wine or an ice cold beer, these local spots are sure to keep your glass full and your toe tapping. FATSOLUSH WINERY, 456 County Road 102, www.fatsolush.com

Photo courtesy Fatsolush Winery

Fatsoluch Winery promotes living the “fat” life with all that life has to offer. What better way than to share a good wine with friends and family. Fatsolush Winery began as a concept and has been in the making for about 12 years. The winemaker and owner, Wyatt Gilley, began his love of wine with the purchase of a home winemaking kit back in 1998. 0ver the next several years, he honed his skills as an amateur wine maker with the approval of his friends and family. Their tasting room is small for the moment but plans for expansion are

Grapes are ready to be made into wine at Fatsolush Winery.

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A TOAST TO CALDWELL in the near future. They are currently only open on the weekends, but if you give them a call, Fatsolush Winery can be open during the week by appointment. Hours are Friday and Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m.

The Old Post Office, top photo, offers live music, cold beer and good food to its patrons; The Texan Lounge, middle and bottom, stands ready to serve their customers a good, old fashioned time.

For a $10 tasting fee, you can sample all the wines available and you get to keep the wine glass which has their logo on it for a souvenir. THE OLD POST OFFICE, 102 West Post Office, www.theoldpostofficecaldwell.com The Old Post Office does not simply bring music to Caldwell, it brings an intimate experience for

you to be close-up and personal with an artist that puts everything they have into the music they write. They are a premiere music and event venue and a destination that brings small and large names to Caldwell. Also available for private bookings, with approximately 8,500 square feet of venue space, a large courtyard for nighttime events, and accessible parking around the courthouse square, this venue is sure to exceed the needs for your next event. The currrent calendar of live music, as well as their brunch and dinner menus, can be found on their website. Hours are Wednesday and Thursday 3 to 9 p.m. and Friday 3 to 10 p.m. (kitchen opens at 5 p.m.), Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. THE TEXAN LOUNGE, 1305 West Highway 21, www.facebook.com/The-TexanLounge-109689619087521 The Texan Lounge is a favorite, old school hangout in Caldwell. As soon as you walk in, you know you’re in small town Texas. From their neon bar signs to their popular domino or pool tables, you’re sure to find a good time. Their hours are Tuesday through Thursday 4 p.m. to midnight, Friday 2 p.m. to midnight and Saturday 2 p.m. to 1 a.m. CALDWELL, TEXAS |

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MOVING TO CALDWELL

Small Town Living CALDWELL’S PROXIMITY TO METROPOLITAIN AREAS MAKES IT A STELLAR CHOICE FOR ALL

Burleson County Courthouse, 2021

urleson County, Texas is located in the middle of the Texas Triangle between Houston, Dallas/ Fort Worth, Austin, and San Antonio. The City of Caldwell is the county seat, a small rural community about 25 miles west of Bryan and College Station.

The population of Caldwell remained relatively stable from 1940 to the 1970s at just over 2,000. Caldwell’s population had increased to 3,449 by 2000, driven by the economic bases of oil, agriculture, and livestock. Today, Caldwell has reached an estimated population of almost 4,400. Population projections for the county show continued growth over the coming decades, given the county’s relatively high birth rate, and that this new generation will be the most diverse in the history of the county.

The community has grown over the past couple of years due to the Eagle Ford Shale oil boom, and due to its location in the fast-growing Brazos Valley, Caldwell is expecting more growth. Caldwell’s blend of Texan, Czech, and other cultures plus its setting among fertile farmland, rolling Caldwell maintains its strategic location at the junction of several trade hills, and Post Oak forests have equipped it with a range of natural and and transportation networks, with significant amounts of road and cultural assets. rail-based freight passing through the county. State Highways 21 and CALDWELL, TEXAS |

RELOCATION INFORMATION 36 direct traffic from Mexico and the Gulf Coast through the Texas Triangle and eventually to Louisiana and Abilene. The significant rail infrastructure handles freight from all corners of the Texas Triangle. Caldwell ISD school facilities generally meet or exceed Texas’s educational benchmarks, with an overall ‘B’ grade from the Texas Education Agency. Caldwell has a police department and a volunteer fire department. There is a municipal utility department and ample groundwater. Caldwell has St. Joseph’s CHI hospital, a senior center in the downtown, and a civic center/visitor center to host events and meetings and a few museums.

The City of Caldwell is a General Law – Type A city operating under a council-manager form of government. The powers of the City are vested in a five member elected council that enacts local legislation, determines city policies and appoints the city administrator. City Hall 107 S. Hill Street Caldwell, Texas 77836 Open Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Camden White, city administrator 979-567-3271 cwhite@caldwelltx.gov - www.caldwelltx.gov

One of Burleson County’s most important natural resources is the Wilcox-Carrizo aquifer. Burleson County has a significant portion of the remaining water resources of this long belt of underground drinking water. In terms of natural hazards, Caldwell is at lower risk from hurricanes than coastal Texas communities, but significant portions of the two state highways passing through the city are located within the 100-year flood zone. The city is also at minor but nonzero risk of significant fires. Caldwell Burleson County State of Community Report, September 2020

Caldwell is loctaed 23 miles from Bryan, 61 miles from Temple, 79 miles from Austin, and 107 miles from Houston.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT A CORNERSTONE IN CALDWELL

Community Driven DISTINGUISHED WOODSON LUMBER COMPANY RECOGNIZES CALDWELL AS THE ANCHOR OF THEIR BUSINESS By Michelle Banse Stokes, photos by Victoria Oliver/Faith and Fire Photo & Films

oasting deep roots in Caldwell, Woodson Lumber “Our partnerships with our communities that make up our Company is proud to have operated for over a cen- customer base is what has helped with our longevity,” added tury with the Woodson family continuously at the Chapman. “We celebrated the people that helped get us to helm. Today, a third-generation member of the Woodson where we are. When the business started in 1913, it was run family, Ann Woodson Yager Chapman, serves as CEO. Chap- by my grandfather and his brother. After World War II, my man is the granddaughter of co-founder Harrie Woodson. grandfather’s two daughters were married and their husHer daughter and business partner, Kate Woodson Borroni, bands came into the business. After my dad was here, I got currently works in human resources and to work with him for a couple of years. I’m proud that my own children were recently brought in as administration. Kate’s two brothers are also Left, Woodson Lumber partners, Stu Chapman works in purchasing Company takes great pride in partners.” the quality of their product; and Philip Chapman is in operations. We’re right, a family-owned busienss Growing up in the lumber business with such an since day one. very grateful entrepreneurial father had quite an influence on “In 1913, brothers Harrie and Jim Woodson to the citizens partnered up with another lumber compaChapman when she was young. of Caldwell for ny in Caldwell,” said Borroni. “Eventually they bought the supporting us other company out and officially became Woodson Lumber “My dad taught me some very basic things,” shared Chapfor 108 years. Company. Over the next eight or nine decades, they acquired man. “Like learning to pick up trash as you walk through other locations. There are currently seven retail locations, the lumberyard or the importance of going to someone’s Ann Woodson Yager Chapman a door and gate manufacturing facility, and our corporate house after work on Saturday for a meal and the sense of community that creates. He also showed me the importance offices. We employee approximately 150 people.” of keeping an attitude that loves going to work every day. Always a family company from day one, Woodson Lumber Those are some of the pearls of wisdom I learned growing Company recently celebrated their 100th anniversary in up.” business. CALDWELL, TEXAS | 28

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT Chapman, proud of her daughter, is quick to talk about the many varied roles Borroni has held in the company but that diversification seems to be quite typical for almost everyone who works at Woodson Lumber Company. “We don’t pigeonhole any one job,” said Borroni. “The ability to be flexible and pivot is something we pride ourselves on. I myself have a very diverse job and I enjoy learning new things and working with new people. I enjoy learning new skill sets – it’s not the same thing any two days in a row. An added plus is that I get to work beside a highly skilled group of people, and I am grateful for that.” And it’s that high skill set, and ability to be flexible, that sets Woodson Lumber Company apart from other similar businesses. Photo courtesy Kate Woodson Borroni

“A lot of companies sell the same physical products that we do, but there are three things that make us stand out from the crowd,” shared Borroni. “It’s our people, our service and our adaptability. We’re proud of our ability to adapt to support the community our store is in and reflect those community needs through our inventory. We’re also proud of our service.”

“Yes, a good way to summarize it is expertise and commitment,” added Chapman. “We strive to get customers what they want, when they need it. We have a highly skilled group and for that we are very grateful. We’re also very grateful to the citizens of Caldwell for supporting us for 108 years.” Borroni is quick to resonate with her mother’s strong appreciation for Woodson Lumber Company’s many customers and friends in the community. “We’re proud to be in Burleson County,” said Borroni. “Caldwell is our flagship store, our anchor. We are very grateful for the support we receive in our local area.” Woodson Lumber Company carries lumber, hardware, building materials, home goods, farm and ranch supplies, lawn and garden items, as well as a variety of other items. In Caldwell, they are located at 702 West Buck Street and online at www.woodsonlumber.com. Top right, Harrie P. Woodson on a lumber buying trip in Lousiana in 1930; bottom left, brothers Stu and Philip Chapman inspect their product in the Caldwell yard.

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BUSINESS LISTINGS ACCOUNTING & BOOKKEEPING

APARTMENTS

Cotton’s Bookkeeping & Tax Service 209 W Buck St. (979) 721-9359

Burleson Heights Apartment Limited 490 Hwy 36 S (979) 567-7124

Danny Koerth, CPA, PC 211 Main St. (979) 567-8400

Caldwell Heights 302 E MLK Dr. (210) 761-5289 Caldwell Housing Authority 509 N Hall St. (979) 567-4244

Lillian Crnkovic Income Tax & Bookkeeping Service 702 W Hwy 21 (979) 567-4303

Royalty Pecan Farms 10600 State Hwy 21 E (979) 272-3904 Small Farm Innovations 3701 State Hwy 36 S (979) 200-0766 AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING Burns Refrigeration & Air Conditioning 8784 FM 111 (979) 535-4475 Polasek AC 102 N Main (979) 567-32740

Groce Home & Auto 105 W Buck (979) 567-3213 Mitchell’s Tire Service 355 State Hwy 36 S (979) 567-6375

Burleson County Detail 415 State Hwy 36 S (979) 567-6880

McManus and Snider 121 S Main St. (512) 968-6936

Burns & Reyes-Burns 209 E Fawn St. (979) 567-3366

Crash Body Paint & Towing 215 Sunny St. (979) 567-4979

Mark Caperton Attorney 106 S Echols St. (979) 567-1710

R&K Mobile RV Repair 8250 Highway 21 W (979) 451-1262

Schubert Law Firm, PLLC 108 S Echols (979) 567-3999

Vollentine Garage 513 N Main St. (979) 567-7472

Novosad Enterprises, Inc. 2720 Presidential Corridor E (979) 272-9401 Perry Construction 550 County Road 307 (512) 446-2752 The Farmhouse Twist LLC, TFT Builders LLC 207 West Mustang St. (979) 200-4055

Skrivanek Law Office 101 W Buck St. (979) 567-3131

Burleson County Motor Supply 104 W Fox (979) 567-4313

The Law Firm of Sabrina R. Clark PO Box 208 (979) 202-1952

BAKERY

The Lazy Cactus 108 N Main (402) 620-1022 ATTORNEYS

Jake’s Bakery 160 State Hwy 36 N (979) 324-0741 BAILBONDS

JLyle Medical Clinic & Gallery 501 North Stone St. (979) 567-8500

Gage Gandy Bail Bonds 1430 Hwy 21 E (979) 821-2663

Allen’s Interiors 201 W Buck (979) 567-3901

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Kice’s Elite Dance Center 100 S Echols St. (979) 224-3319 DINING & DRINKS Cakes & More 506 N O’Neal St. (979) 739-7605 Matus BBQ 304 W Buck St. (979) 567-3666 Sunny Donuts 300 Hwy 21 West (979) 575-6266 Wiggins Watermelons, LLC 7979 FM 50 (979) 272-1076 Surrey Restaurant 403 Hwy 21 E (979) 567-7235 Dairy Queen 215 Hwy 35 (979) 567-4200 Daisy Dukes BBQ 300 W Hwy 21 (979) 567-9600 Dickie Doo’s BBQ 218 S Echols St. (979) 567-4882 Funky Junky 106 N Main St. (979) 200-0537

Woodson’s Lumber Company 702 W Buck St. (979) 567-9805

La Bamba Mexican Grill & Bar 1976 SH 36 S (979) 567-3750

Woodson Wholesale 965 President Corridor E (979) 567-9805 CHILD CARE

AUTOMOTIVE DEALERSHIPS Caldwell Country Chevrolet 800 Hwy 21 E (979) 315-4198

DANCE STUDIO

Trussworks, LLC 1610 W 10th St. (979) 567-0400

ART GALLERY

CONSTRUCTION & CONTRACTORS Weaver’s Refrigeration 1101 Foundation Dr. (979) 567-3257

Down Home Construction 121 South Main (512) 968-6936

J7 Services, LLC 2414 Hwy 36 (979) 324-1951

ARCADE

Kawasaki of Caldwell 185 State Hwy 36 N (979) 567-7777

Blackrock Builders 809 Meadow Brook Dr. (979) 393-0173 CLC Homebuilder 1303 Bent Oak Ct.

Wilde Auto Plus 155 State Hwy 36 S (979) 567-4462

Engraving & More 108 N Main St. (979) 807-4836

Brazos Bottom Crop Care 2964 FM 50 (979) 272-3032

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE & SUPPLIES

Housley Communications Inc. 1107 Commerce St.

ADVERTISING, PLAQUES & TROPHIES

AGRICULTURAL SERVICES

Becka Construction, LLC 212 County Road #102 (979) 224-5935

Lauderdale Spraying Service 1524 Co Rd 112 (979) 535-8024

Twin City Properties Mgmt. 412 City St. (979) 764-7368

Gerald Lickman Banner Signs and Stickers 1760 Highway 36 S (979) 574-2202

Bud Cross Ford 150 Hwy 36 S (979) 567-4621

Little Farm Learning Center 300 N Broadway St. (979) 567-1659

Lissa’s Restyled Sip & Shop 205 S Main St. (979) 200-9288 Masfajitas 305 Hwy 36 S (979) 567-4007 McDonald’s 303 N Green (979) 567-0605

BUSINESS LISTINGS

r Pizza Hut PO Box 447 (979) 567-7996 Sonic 230 Hwy 36 S (979) 567-7911 Subway 271 N Hwy 36 (979) 567-7827

Edward Jones Sarah Horne, Financial Advisor 701 State Hwy 21 W (979) 716-7444

INTERNET SERVICE Airplexus Co. 127 S Main (979) 567-7942

LPL Financial Services 601 W Mustang St. (979) 255-8796

INTERIOR DESIGN Haven Home Design 209 West Mustang St. (979) 693-2101

People’s Financing Company 106 W Fox St. (979) 567-0176

Texas Seafood Steakhouse Restaurant 300 Hwy 21 W (979) 596-1100

Prosperity Bank 129 W Buck St. (979) 567-4665

The Old Post Office 102 W Fox (979) 571-9303

Sal Zaccagnino PO Box 239 (979) 777-5708

LODGING

DRIVING & LIMO SERVICE

FUNERAL SERVICE

America’s Best Value Inn 1108 Hwy 21 W (979) 567-3535

Caldwell Shuttle & Taxi Service (979) 200-9511

Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home 404 W Buck St. (979) 567-3232

Unique Limo Service (979) 200-9915

Strickland Funeral Home 530 Hwy 36 S (979) 567-1900

LANDSCAPING & NURSERY Garden Hoots 3701 State Hwy 36 S (979) 200-0766

Brazos Valley RV Park, LLC 2190 Hwy 21 E (979) 200-3007 Caldwell Motel 1821 Hwy 21 W (979) 567-4000 Circle C Vacation Rentals 245 Country Club Dr. (979) 412-5483

DRY CLEANING GLASS COMPANY Caldwell Dry Cleaners 121 S Main St. (979) 567-9280

Lange Glassblowing Co. 1756 Hwy 36 S (979) 567-7284

FABRICATOR

Rocking H Bed & Breakfast, LLC 1565 County Road 123 (936) 525-7521

INSURANCE Allied Precision Fab 1105 Foundation Dr. (979) 567-4314 BWM Services 4007 SH 21 E (979) 272-7708 FINANCIAL BB&T (Truist Financial) 1114 S Echols St. (979) 567-2800 Citizens State Bank-Caldwell 201 E Buck St. (979) 567-4646 Edward Jones Greg Browning, Financial Advisor 701 State Hwy 21 W (979) 567-4248

Associate Agents Network (979) 567-3296 Insurance Associates (979) 567-3003

Seven Oaks B&B 11636 State Hwy 21 E (979) 272-1952

Jaecks Insurance Agency 102 S Echols St. (979) 567-4408

Sunset Inn 405 Hwy 36 S (979) 567-4661

Gordon Richardson Insurance 203 W Buck St. (979) 567-3003

The Surrey Inn 403 E State Hwy 21 (979) 567-3221 Third Strike Vacation Rental 8400 State Hwy 36 S (979) 412-5483

State Farm Insurance 121 W Buck St. (979) 567-9966

Hilberling Packer Services, Inc. 1112 Commerce St. (979) 716-4527 Snoe Inc., Machining & Welding 215 CR 300 (979) 431-1490 MEDICAL & HEALTH SERVICE Caldwell Chiropractic 101 State Hwy 21 E (979) 567-7001 CHI St. Joseph Health Burleson Hospital 1101 Woodson Dr. (979) 567-3245 Christie Taylor, EdD, LPC-S 501 North Stone St. (979) 567-8500 Copperas Hollow Nursing & Rehab 345 Country Club Dr. (979) 567-4300

NON-PROFIT CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS Boys & Girls Club of Brazos Valley 606 W Fawn St. (979) 567-2643 Burleson County Fair Association 905 Hwy 36 S (979) 567-3938 Burleson County Historical Society, Inc. Caldwell (979) 567-3003 Burleson County Saddle Club 299 County Road 350 (979) 567-7829 Caldwell Knights of Columbus #6366 500 W Old San Antonio Rd. Caldwell Livestock Commission Co. 270 County Road 107 (979) 567-4119

Drgac Dental 602 N Gray St. (979) 567-3273

Caldwell Men’s Lions Club (979) 255-8796

MHMR of Brazos Valley 103 Hwy 21 E (979) 567-4377

Caldwell Recreation Association 404 N Johnston St.

Renew Your Temple & Massage Therapy 302 A Highway 21 W (979) 200-9295

Caldwell Early Evening Lions Club 979-540-7051

St. Joseph Regional Health Center 1105 Woodson Dr. (979) 567-3245 Stone St. Retirement, LTD 401 Molly Dr. (979) 567-7712 The Cottage 200 N Echols (979) 567-3000 The Humble Life 100 S Echols St., Ste C (713) 817-6355

Caldwell Rotary Club (979) 567-3366 Friends of Main Street 107 S Hill St. (979) 567-3271 Masonic Lodge Cemetery Chapel 1500 W 12th St. Theater Guild of Burleson County (979) 200-0246 VFW Post #4458 1644 Hwy 36 S

MANUFACTURING Texas Farm Bureau Insurance of Burleson County 1266 State Hwy 21 East (979) 567-9502

American Extrusion Co. 1108 Industrial Blvd. (713) 869-9551

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US HEALTH Advisors 120 Brazos Way (979) 807-4134 Continued on page 32

BUSINESS LISTINGS OIL FIELD SUPPLIERS

REAL ESTATE

SEPTIC SERVICE

Alford Oil Company 702 N Front St. Caldwell (979) 567-3597

Armstrong Properties 115 W Buck St (979) 567-7653

Addy’s Poo Pots 7485 County Road 375 (979) 406-0206

CDI Energy Services 1624 Hwy 21 E (979) 567-7883

Barnett Real Estate 604 Hwy 21 W (979) 567-3470

Easy Flow Septics 2414 State Hwy 36 S (979) 324-1951

Jet Specialty Inc. 158 County Road 307 (979) 567-18852

Home & Ranch Real Estate 200 E Buck St. (979) 272-1759

Summit Pump & Safety Inc. 1203 Commerce St. (979) 567-7867 Evers & Sons, Inc. 12905 Hwy 36 S (979) 596-2139

Polansky Realty 1110 Honeysuckle Lane (979) 229-3892

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RECREATION

B & C Wine & Spirits 125 State Hwy 36 N (979) 567-6700

Faith and Fire Photos & Film (979) 406-0036

Copperas Hollow Country Club 995 Country Club Dr. (979) 567-4422

Back Porch Antiques 123 W Buck St. (979) 200-1378

Mainstreet Gym 211 W Buck St. (979) 567-3377

Brookshire Brothers 455 State Hwy 36 N (979) 567-9515

Texas Lone Star Team 959 Fir St. (979) 567-5309

SHOPPING All Purpose Flower 301 W Buck (979) 567-7673 Angel Botanicals 209 W Buck St. (979) 721-9359

PIANO & ORGAN The Piano Place 1119 Commerce (979) 695-1475

SALON & SPAS PLUMBER DP Plumbing 3240 County Road 147 (979) 535-4377 PROMOTIONAL ITEMS Promotional Image 5893 FM 975 (979) 574-3544

Beauty Nails 119 W Buck St. (979) 567-6439 Ebony Essence Created Hair Design 1701 Hwy 21 W (979) 574-1821

PROPANE

GlamBox Salon 117 W Buck St. (979) 567-0333

Caldwell Propane 908 Old San Antonio Rd. (979) 567-4534

Hart & Co. 911 Old SAn Antonio Rd. (979) 224-1272

Pico Propane 2080 TX 21 (979) 412-3475

Mainstreet Barber 119 N Main St. (979) 567-4500

PUBLICATIONS

Noticeable Changes 104 N Main St. (979) 567-4780

Burleson County Tribune 306 State Hwy 21 W (979) 567-3286

Burleson County Co-Op 111 W Mustang St. (979) 567-3351

M & G Western Wear 113 W Buck St. (979) 436-1901 Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant 1812 Terrace Dr. (979) 567-7469 Mimosa Mercantile 212 S Echols St. (979) 567-1771 Rocking 5H 201 S Main St. (979) 255-5652 Tujays Greenhouse 1603 Hwy 21 W (254) 627-9438 Walmart 475 State Hwy 36 N (979) 567-9807 Yellow Prairie Emporium 8137 County Road 315 (979) 567-0409

TRACTOR DEALER Maresh & Son Equipment 200 Hwy 36 N (979) 567-4606 TRAVEL AGENT Carpe Diem Travel Caldwell (979) 217-1828 VENUE Circle C Barn Venue 245 Country Club Dr. (281) 389-8061 D & V Events, LLC 3143 County Road 116 (979) 535-8151 Double Creek Crossing 590 FM 1362 N (979) 200-9555 The Ranch House 552 FM 696 (979) 820-0112

STORAGE WELDING Caldwell Self Storage 500 Molly Dr. (832) 557-8115

Zaskoda Repair, LLC 3434 County Road 233 (979) 224-0510

SURVEYING Caldwell Christian Care 208 W Buck St. (979)567-9711 Dollar General 403 Hwy 21 W (979) 567-9819 H & H Pawn & Gun Shop 340 State Hwy 36 S (979) 567-1353

Payne Land Surveying, LLC 121 W Buck (979) 567-4500

Zodiac Enterprises, LLC 1112 Industrial Blvd. (979) 567-6931 WINERY

TAVERN / BAR The Texan Lounge 1305 Hwy 21 W (979) 567-3132

Fatsolush Winery 456 County Road 102 (979) 224-4064 WORKFORCE

TITLE COMPANY Homeyer Feed, LLC 545 State Hwy 36 S (979) 567-9355 Kings’s Liquor 208 E Hwy 21 (979) 567-4130 La Potosina 119 S Main St. (979)567-6440

The Parlor Hair & Spa 210 S Echols St. (979) 567-3373

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Texas Country Title 209 S Main St. (979) 567-0345

Workforce Solutions 100 S Echols St., STE C (979) 567-1570

Botts Abstract Co. 104 S Echols (979) 830-1279 Burleson County Title 110 S Echols (979) 567-3122

Did we miss you? Call 979-725-3080 to be added to the next Caldwell magazine.

CHURCH DIRECTORY

Worship with us EVERYONE IS WELCOME AT ALL OF THESE CHURCHES IN AND AROUND CALDWELL

First Baptist Church

St. Mary Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church

Abundant Life Tabernacle UPCI 1710 Hwy 36 S 979-251-1785 Worship Sunday 3pm Wednesday 7:30pm

Calvary Baptist Church 1095 Hwy 36 N 979-567-9405 Worship Sunday 10:45am & 6:30pm Wednesday 7pm

Agape Outreach Center 203 N Temple St. Worship Sunday 10am Wednesday 7pm Burleson County Cowboy Church 300 CR 169 979-567-6723 Worship Sunday 10:30am Wednesday 6pm Caldwell Brethern Church 401 S Main St. 979-574-0268 Worship Sunday 9:30am & 10:30am Caldwell Church of Christ 1103 W 12th St. 979-567-3883 Worship Sunday 10:30am & 6pm Wednesday 7pm Caldwell First Assembly (CFA) 1210 W 12th St. 979-567-3712 Worship Sunday 10:30am

First United Methodist Church

Galilee Missionary Baptist 240 E Martin Luther King Dr. 979-567-6621 Worship Sunday 10:30am & 6pm

New Tabor Brethren Church 2439 CR 225 979-272-3008 Worship Sunday 10am

Elizabeth Lutheran Church 165 County Road 307 979-567-4286 Worship Sunday 9am

Harmony Baptist 6670 Hwy 36 S 979-567-3931 Worship Sunday 10:30am & 6pm Wednesday 7pm

Now Faith Ministry 105 N Echols St. 979-574-1821 Worship Sunday 10am

First Baptist Church 300 South Thomas St. 979-567-3646 Worship Sunday 10:30am

Legacy Generation Church 937 Hwy 36 S 979-773-3922 Worship Sunday 10:30am

First Presbyterian 600 W Buck St. 979-567-9436 Worship Sunday 10am

Macedonia Baptist Church 403 E Fawn St. 979-567-3125 Worship Sunday 10:15am & 6pm

First United Methodist Church 306 W Fox St. 979-567-3778 Worship Sunday 8:30am & 10:30am

Mission Bautista Emanuel Church 1500 W 9th St. Worship Sunday- Bilingual 11am Wednesday 6pm

Friendship Baptist Church 9000 Hwy 36 N 979-567-0540 Worship Sunday 10am

New Beginnings Family Fellowship 1005 Elm Dr. 979-220-1289 Worship Sunday 11:45am

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St. Mary Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church 500 Old San Antonio Rd. 979-567-3667 Saturday Mass 5pm Spanish 6:30pm Sunday Mass 10am The Church at Caldwell 790 Hwy 36 S 979-567-9214 Worship Sunday 10:30am Wednesday 6pm The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints 455 Hwy 36 S 979-567-3628 Worship Sunday 10am The Well Community Church 204 Hwy 21 W 979-567-6716 Worship Sunday 10:45am Wednesday 7pm

MEET THE NEIGHBORS CHRIESMAN - Chriesman is on the Burlington Northern and Santa Fe Railway just west of State Highway 36, seven miles northwest of Caldwell in northwestern Burleson County. Chriesman is now a virtual ghost town with only one original commercial building still standing – the old post office. Front Street Burgers, the only operating business in Chriesman, is located at 8137 County Road 315, across the railroad tracks. If you’re in the mood for one of the best burgers you’ve ever tasted, take the short drive over. BRENHAM - What do alpacas, a cotton gin, live music, wineries, award winning barbecue, comfy beds and long strolls on historic streets have in common? They are just a few things you will discover when you take the 32-mile drive south down Texas 36 from Caldwell. Prepare yourself for inspiration around every corner— look for the giant, modern murals that adorn Brenham’s historic buildings. CHRIESMAN LAKE SOMERVILLE - Four units make up Lake Somerville State Park. Birch Creek Unit is on the north side of the lake, while Nails Creek Unit is on the southwest side. The 13-mile Lake Somerville Trailway connects the two units. Birch Creek and Nails Creek offer access to the lake for fishing, boating, paddling and swimming. On land at either unit, you can camp, picnic, hike, ride mountain bikes, geocache, and go birding. Visitors can also explore miles of multiuse trails. Anglers here reel in hybrid, largemouth and white bass; crappie; and catfish. You don’t need a fishing license to fish from shore or jetty in a state park, but you will need one to fish from a BRENHAM boat. Birch Creek has a fishing jetty. LAKE SOMERVILLE

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Back Porch

Antiques

ANTIQUES | BOUTIQUE | DIY PROJECTS & SUPPLIES DIXIE BELLE PAINT | YELLOWBOX & CORKY SHOES NEW & VINTAGE JEWELRY | COLLECTIBLES Owner: Nicole Zaskoda

Largest Antique Store in Burleson County - On the Square Downtown Caldwell, 123 West Buck Street, Caldwell, Texas 77836 | 979-567-4008

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Open Monday, Wednesday and Saturday 10am to 3pm, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 10am to 6pm

3434 CR 233 Caldwell, Texas 77836 | 979-224-0510 Hours: Monday-Friday 8am-6pm Owner: Tim Zaskoda

Welding Machine Repair & Service Small & In-Home Standby Generator Sales & Service Commercial Generators Service & Repair Authorized Repair Center for: Miller-Hobart • ESAB • Hypertherm • Lincoln • Fronius Kohler Engine • SanRex • Champion & DR Power Equipment

Dealer For: Generac Generators • Kohler Generators Reliance Power Parts Honda Power Equipment Northern Raditor • Arrow Starter & Alternators

PREPARING FOR THE FUTURE WITH

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107 S. Hill Street, Caldwell, Texas 77836 | 979.567.3271