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Welcome!

Welcome to our charming community!

Caldwell is overflowing with kind citizens waiting to meet you and beaming with smalltown personality.

JANICE EASTER Mayor

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Just passing through? Be sure to visit the downtown area. Caldwell is a nationally recognized Main Street community where you’ll discover quaint shops, one-of-a-kind boutiques and unique eateries.

Michelle Banse Stokes Partner/Publisher

Looking to stay awhile? At the heart of the Texas triangle, 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 small-town living. Caldwell is home to a state-of-the-art hospital, a state recognized school district and many welcoming churches and civic organizations.

Caldwell is thriving and welcoming the growth we’re experiencing.

Our town’s motto, “preparing for the future with respect for the past”, is something we live by. Whether you are a future visitor looking to escape the urban daily grind, a growing family looking for a new place with small town values to call home, or that small business looking for one of the best places to start out, we look forward to meeting you and showing you first hand our friendly and welcoming environment.

There’s something here for everyone. Get to know historic Caldwell ... you’ll be happy you did.

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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 Pictured above is a rural parts of the county. Many of these men were captured by the Germans at Salerno, Italy, in 1943 and historical photograph were prisoners of war until the Germans surrendered in 1945. of the Burleson County 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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Courthouse in 1940, courtesy of the City of Caldwell.

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AREA ATTRACTION

SERVING THE COMMUNITY

Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library AN INVALUABLE RESOURCE IN CALDWELL, HEIDI FRAZIER TALKS ABOUT THE LIBRARY, BOOKS AND PROGRAMS THAT ARE CLOSE TO HER HEART

By Michelle Banse Stokes, photos by Emily Henderson

The Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library in Caldwell is a handsome, modern wood and brick building situated in a prime spot along State Highway 21 in Caldwell. Although the exterior is impressive, it’s what is on the inside that’s really remarkable. In a small, rural town like Caldwell, the library is an entryway to the world.

“Making books, literature and programming available to the community is vital,” said Heidi Frazier, community services manager for the City of Caldwell. “It is an invaluable resource, especially because it is a public resource that is free for all.”

Heidi has a degree in librarianship and has always been drawn to public libraries in particular.

“I love putting books in people’s hands,” added Heidi. “I’ve always been drawn to books. My personal favorites are memoirs where ordinary people rise to the occasion when faced with unusual circumstances. One of my favorites is Left to Tell: Discovering God Amidst the Rwandan Holocaust by Immaculée Ilibagiza. It’s a powerful story of a woman’s survival. I’m also very interested in children’s literature.”

The Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library offers wide and varied services and programs for both children and adults alike. A list of their scheduled meetings and activities can be found on page 24 of this publication. The programs often utilize community volunteers that not only bring a valuable resource to the library, but often walk away with having gained something themselves.

“We had a young man come in to earn his GED,” shared Heidi. “Not only did he leave with his GED, but he also ended up a volunteer. He came in every week and worked with seniors in our computer class and asked for nothing in return. The seniors in the class became quite fond of this young man and everyone grew close, like a Top left, a group of family. When this happens, children peruse the it makes these programs selection of books at the even more successful. It library; right, the library adds a greater dimension.” has wi-fi and computer

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AREA ATTRACTION

Left, the front facade of the Caldwell library; middle, smiling faces wait to help visitors make good use of all the resources available; bottom, books can take readers anywhere they want to go.

In addition to books, programs and GED classes, the library in Caldwell also offers access to wifi, English as a Second Language instruction, literacy classes, appearances by local authors and a newly expanded digital library.

“We added over 16,500 titles to our collection with the addition of e-books and audio books,” said Heidi. “It costs nothing for our users. If they have a library card, they can access them for free.”

With so many outstanding opportunities at Caldwell’s innovative library, there truly is something for everyone. One special program in particular is close to Heidi’s heart.

“The number one program I have the most affection for is the literacy program,” shared Heidi. “With it we can truly change someone’s life forever. When you teach someone to read, they find greater fulfillment within themselves, are able to get a job, and function in their world.”

The Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library is located at 704 TX-21 and online at www. caldwelltx.gov/hpwml.

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HIT THE STREETS

Summer

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CONCERT SERIES

F

ree outdoor concerts are synonymous with summer.

The verve and exhilaration of a street dance attracts people of all ages, as does the sense of community, the sheer pleasure of moving to music, and the physical closeness … something many have missed in recent years.

The Caldwell Summer Concert Series, organized by the Caldwell Main Street Program, features a variety of musical acts from across the region. This popular event coincides with the Main Street mission to both embrace and energize Caldwell’s beloved, historic downtown district.

Everyone is invited to bring their own lawn chair or blanket and choose their favorite spot on the expansive lawn of the Burleson County Courthouse.

‘We had a huge outpouring of support last year,” said Lia Zaccagnino, chair of the Caldwell Main Street Program. “Last year we saw between 600 to 1500 come out. The concerts are free, so there is no way to tally how many people actually attended, but it was definitely a big hit.”

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This is an opportunity to come out and sit under the stars while listening to live music.

The concerts are held the second Saturday of June, July and August from 8pm to 11pm.

It’s an open-air street dance that welcomes families and neighbors including both residents and visitors alike.

“This is an opportunity to come out and sit under the stars while listening to live music,” added Lia. “One of our Main Street projects was to put up white lights in our downtown area. It added a nice touch to this family-friendly event. Everyone loves it.”

The music varies from local favorite country bands to Motown to classic rock.

The organization calls in a variety of genres that appeal to everyone, although the most popular music for street dancing

From top, concert-goers enjoy the music at the popular street dance downtown; Main Street Program volunteers pause for a photo during a June concert; the Burleson County Courthouse is illuminated by new string lights.

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is country. Along with toe-tapping music, concert-goers can expect to find additional treats to round out the evening.

“Our local restaurants are open,” shared Lia. “Many offer dinner and drink specials. We have food vendors, soda and water next to the stage, and even an ice cream truck.”

Caldwell’s Main Street Program volunteers put in a lot of long hours and hard work to make the concert series happen, but the payoff is worth the labor for this dedicated crew.

“We look for opportunities to highlight the historic downtown,” said Lia. “We want people to see what we are doing and come back and shop when everything is open. Our goal is, by design, to preserve our historic downtown and bolster economic development. We work with the City and County to create projects for the future, like the white lights, murals and intersections improvements. We have lots of projects planned for the future and it is all made possible because of our generous donors and the support we have received from the community.”

The Caldwell Summer Concert Series is held downtown on Buck and North Echols Streets the second Saturday of June, July and August. The event is online at www.caldwelltx.gov/ summer-concert-series. Follow them at www.facebook.com/ visitdowntowncaldwelltx for information on music lineups and area projects.

Top, the Caldwell Summer Concert Series sets the stage for an evening of entertainment and fun for all; bottom, dancers sway to the music of the band.

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TALK OF CALDWELL

ICONIC DESTINATION

Circle C Barn at Copperas Creek RUSTIC ELEGANT VENUE OFFERS PERFECT BACKDROP FOR EVENTS OF ALL TYPES

By Michelle Banse Stokes, photos by Emily Henderson

Sometimes you simply know when you’ve found the perfect venue for your wedding and, once that happens, nothing else will do. Circle C Barn at Copperas Creek is a rustic elegant venue created by Leon and Debbie Couch.

The couple’s varied backgrounds came together perfectly to create this one-of-a-kind atmosphere that is available for weddings, corporate gatherings, reunions, and other special events.

“When we met, Leon was a Custom Home Builder and was busy running his vacation rentals he designed and built himself,” shared Debbie. “My background included flipping houses and home renovations. Together we started the process of expanding the vacation rental

business and creating a venue in Caldwell that would provide a relaxing wedding experience that included on-site lodging. With Leon’s custom home building background and my design background, we took off from there.”

Debbie and Leon enjoy meeting new people and hosting events at Circle C Barn. Their combined vision has allowed them to create a picturesque background that is unique to the area.

“We looked at the area and we wanted it to blend in,” added Debbie. “We decided to go with a rustic look, but for weddings, it needed to also be picture perfect.

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TALK OF CALDWELL We decided to go with a rustic elegant design. From day one we have worked to have multiple picture opportunities.

There are longhorns in the pasture, a windmill, a pond, antique trucks … everything adds a picture opportunity.”

But the Couches didn’t stop there. They continued to dream big and make those dreams a reality.

“I asked Leon for a small stream, like a dry creek bed,” shared Debbie. “Well, he built me a giant creek bed that runs through the property to the pond he dug for me! We added an outdoor pavilion and, of course, no pond is complete without a fountain and lights.

“One of our special touches is our bridge over the creek bed with our logo on it. We have our bride’s new initial made by our steel fabricator and it hangs on the bridge for pictures on their special day in place of our logo.” continued on page 16

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There are longhorns in the pasture, a windmill, a pond, antique trucks … everything adds a picture opportunity.

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TALK OF CALDWELL Both Debbie and Leon recognize that Circle C Barn’s success could not be possible with the support of their family and Caldwell’s residents.

“The community has been great in supporting us,” said Debbie. “It would be impossible to name everyone.

We want the local community to enjoy this venue. We have brides coming in from Houston and other areas throughout the state, but we want the community to enjoy it, as well. The Burleson County Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual banquet here and it was a great honor.”

Circle C Barn at Copperas Creek is located at 245 Country Club Drive and online at www. circlecbarnvenue.com. You can also learn more about the venue on page two of this publication.

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT community. It would seem Left, Joe Rychlik retired from a career at the he’s got his hands in just Caldwell Post Office, about everything from the taking with him fond Kolache Festival to the Czech memories and lively Heritage Society. He and his stories to share with wife, Donna, also assist with others. the worship music during the Saturday evening Mass at St. Mary Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church. And that isn’t all. Joe visits residents at nursing homes, runs errands for those in need, and also serves as the unofficial local historian at times.

“My dad was always interested in people,” Joe shared.

“People always called him to ask: ‘Who’s so-and-so’s mother? Who is their family?’ I share his interest in people and now a lot of people call on me to ask, “Who was their mother?’ I’ve been around town so much because of my career at the post office. See, when you have a post office, you have a captive business. There might be three or four gas stations or grocery stores in town, but there is only one post office and everyone goes there.”

TRUE TO HIS ROOTS

Meet Mr. Caldwell JOE RYCHLIK TALKS OF LAUGHS, LOVE AND SERVICE TO HIS COMMUNITY

By Michelle Banse Stokes, photos by Emily Henderson

Affectionately known as Mr. Caldwell by the locals, Joe Rychlik is an icon in these parts. There are not too many people in the area that he doesn’t know and, similarly, there are not too many people in Caldwell that don’t know this smiling man with his signature faded overalls.

After retiring from a life-long career of serving his community at the Caldwell Post Office in 2001, Joe’s gregarious nature has kept him active in his

Above, Joe and his wife, Donna, serve the congregation with a happy heart at St. Mary Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in Caldwell.

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT

Joe has deep roots in Caldwell. After all, he’s lived there his entire life. His great-grandparents came to the area seeking a better life and made the voyage from Moravia (now the Czech lands) to settle in New Tabor in the late 1800s. Joe, who is fluent in Czech, can see the original house that his great-grandfather built in 1896 from his back porch.

“The original farmhouse is still there,” Joe added. “My greatgrandparents were cotton farmers. When I finished high school, I started working at the Ford dealership and then the Caldwell Post Office. They hired me in 1966 for a job that was supposed to be part-time but turned full-time almost immediately. A carrier was ill so the postmaster handed me a bag and said, ‘Take off.’ I took over that main walking route, a 12-mile route, and it was really easy for me because I knew so many families. I had to take a leave for six months for the Army Reserve in 1968, but then I was back at work at the post office.”

Even then, Joe was going the extra mile, so to speak, to help others in need. continued on page 20

Top, the Rychlik’s toast to a cozy afternoon on the porch of their home in Caldwell; bottom, Joe and his wife, Donna pose for a picture with an heirloom quilt.

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LOCAL SPOTLIGHT

Left, Donna Rychlik reminises over a quilt that she completed with her mother, Louise Calvin. Louise completed the state bird and flower blocks while she traveled to to bluegrass festivals around the country and her daughter, Donna, set the blocks together and hand quilted the top. The mother-daugher project spanned ten years; right, the Rychlik’s hands, complete with Donn’a keepsake thimble, reflect a lifetime of love and devotion to each other.

“A lot of times I had extra time to visit with folks,” Joe said. “At that time, if someone didn’t drive, they might ask me to pick up their prescription at Corner Drug and bring it the next day on my route. I recall one time a young lady standing on her mother’s porch saying, ‘I need some help loading up a sewing machine because Mama is leaving her old husband.’ We loaded that machine in the truck and they took off. When I returned, I told my postmaster the story and he said with a laugh, ‘You get into everything, don’t you?’”

No article worth its salt would be complete without a real love story. Make no mistake, Joe really lights up when he talks about his girl.

“When I was in my 20s, I was part of a group that would go to polka dances,” Joe recalls. “This man Frank Maresh was always trying to fix me up with somebody.

One day he said, “I got just the girl for you!’ There was a new extension agent in town and her name was Donna Junell. I didn’t want to listen to old Frank. As I walked out for my mail route the next morning, I saw a new blue Ford Torino and this lady got out at the courthouse. I wondered if that was who Frank was talking about. Durn, she looked nice.”

Joe hurried over to his brother’s house and picked up his nephew, John David, to take with him to break the ice with Donna.

“I walked into the extension office in the Burleson County Courthouse and there was this pretty lady,” Joe said. “I introduced myself and my little nephew and it went from there. Donna was only going to be here for a period of time and then move on, but I’m glad she didn’t. In a couple or three months, we knew this was it.”

After working as an extension agent, Donna went on to teach home economics at Caldwell High School and later for the school district in Dime Box. She was the school’s librarian for the last 18 years of her career. And after 50 years of marriage, Donna is still the sparkle in Joe’s eye. And he’s hers, too.

“We’ve grown up together and we’ve had a really good life,” Donna said. “We like to do a lot of the same things.

We volunteer together and enjoy life. He even goes to quilt shops with me.”

Joe is quick to share the secret to the happiness he’s found in his humble life in Caldwell.

“Don’t hold a grudge,” Joe added. “That’s about the best I can tell you right there. God is in charge. What happens in our life, well, we can question it but don’t expect an answer. I’ve learned to take things as they come along. Sad times can’t go on forever, so when they happen, turn around and be happy.”

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HISTORIC LODGING

FAMILY TRADITION

The Rose Marie A NAME THAT EVERYONE IN TOWN USED TO KNOW, AND NOW WILL CONTINUE TO REMEMBER

By Emily Henderson

Kaylee Vavra and her husband LB decided to take on a and one bathroom, spanning across 1,370 square feet. project back in the spring of 2020 when the house next It has three expansive porches, great for sitting and door to her granny’s old home on Buck Street went up taking in the quaint town of Caldwell. Whether you’re for sale. Kaylee’s granny, Rose Marie Valigura, lived in visiting for Kolache Festival, Round Top antiquing, the neighboring home for 44 years and TAMU events, or just to spend time with Above, Kaylee Vavra, always kept a watchful eye on its residents. family, this downtown-adjacent periodco-owner of the property At one point her granny’s cousin even lived preserved home will feel like it’s wrapping and granddaughter of Rose there and Mrs. Rose spent countless days in its arms around you and warming your Marie, proudly displaying the swing on the front porch visiting with heart from the inside out … just like a trip photos of her Valigura grandparents, with her loved ones. to grandma’s house. grandmother’s signature on display in the background.

Naturally, when the home became available it just felt right for Kaylee to continue on the tradition of caring for folks staying under that same roof.

Built in 1938, The Rose Marie boasts three bedrooms

The rental property’s namesake was commonly referred to as the town granny. Being the co-owner of Valigura Food Market in Caldwell with her husband David until it was sold in the seventies, Mrs. Rose was a friendly face around town that everyone grew accustomed to seeing. Once

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HISTORIC LODGING to honor her granny’s memory, always trying to find ways to make her guests’ stay feel personalized.

Bringing it all together is the property logo on display in the dining room, which is Granny Rose Marie’s actual signature.

You can often spot Kaylee and LB’s daughter, Paige, toddling around following her mom and dad as they turn the property over between guests, or as they use some vacant days to knock out another item on the list of improvements they wish to tackle. They like to think Granny Rose is still watching over each precious individual crossing that threshold, just as she did all those years before.

“This project is a homage to the sweet little lady who lived next door who left us with a legacy of love, devotion and family. I am so lucky to have a personal tie to this gorgeous place. I know that our guests will love our ‘Rose Marie’ just as we do and I am certain that she is smiling down on us all,” shared Kaylee.

The Rose Marie is located at 402 West Buck Street in Caldwell, and can be found on host sites Airbnb and VRBO.

the grocery store was sold, Mrs. Rose was always looking for ways to watch over the community and stay involved in serving and loving people. “She definitely lived up to her name – she was a true rose,” Kaylee reminisced.

Wanting to keep the house true to its era, Kaylee and her husband have tried to preserve as much of the home’s original charm while giving it the care and updating that it deserves. She has even decorated the house with some of her granny’s old personal items, truly transforming it into a welcoming space.

Small special touches are another way Kaylee likes

Top left, street view of The Rose Marie at 402 West Buck Street under plentiful shade trees; bottom left, the Vavras are ready to make your stay in Caldwell as comfortable as possible; above left, the Vavras soaking up some family time on the one of the three porches of The Rose Marie; above right, enjoy some front porch sittin’ in Caldwell, Texas!

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS MARCH

OCTOBER

Caldwell Main Street Spring Flingo Shopping, giveaways, drinks, and bingo downtown

Burleson County Chamber of Commerce Scare on the Square/ Trunk or Treat Downtown square

Caldwell Rotary Club Casino Night Fundraiser MAY Burleson County Chamber of Commerce Shopping, margarita tasting and live music Caldwell Rotary Club Annual Free Rabies Clinic JUNE Caldwell Main Street Summer Concert Series 2nd Saturday downtown square Burleson County Chamber of Commerce Daddy Daughter Dance JULY Caldwell Main Street Summer Concert Series 2nd Saturday downtown square AUGUST Caldwell Main Street Summer Concert Series 2nd Saturday downtown square SEPTEMBER Burleson County Chamber of Commerce Kolache Festival 2nd Saturday Burleson County Fair Association Burleson County Fair 3rd Weekend

NOVEMBER

Adult Computer Skills Clinic Wednesday 4pm-5:30pm and 6pm7:30pm Good Morning Club Senior group - Thursday at 10am

Burleson County Chamber of Commerce Hunter’s Wife Weekend

Family Chess and Game Night Friday at 6pm

DECEMBER Burleson County Chamber of Commerce Christmas on the Square An old fashioned Christmas experience with lights, dancers, and visits with Santa Claus WEEKLY/MONTHLY Second Saturday Downtown businesses stay open Burleson County Farmer’s Market Every Saturday on the Square Caldwell Rotary Club Meets every Tuesday at noon at the Caldwell Civic/Visitors Center County Lions Meets 2nd and 4th Thursday at noon at the Caldwell Civic/Visitors Center Caldwell Lions Club Meets 1st and 3rd Monday at the Caldwell Civic/Visitors Center at 6pm Caldwell Early Evening Lions Meets 1st and 3rd Monday at the Caldwell Civic/Visitors Center at 6pm

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Storybook Storytime Tuesday at 4pm Manga/Anime Club: 2nd Monday and 4th Sunday at 5pm at the Caldwell Civic/Visitors Center Pokémon Club 4th Sunday at 5pm at the Caldwell Civic/Visitors Center Homeschool Lego Club 4th Tuesday at 10am at the Caldwell Civic/Visitors Center After School Lego Club 4th Thursday at 4:30pm at the Caldwell Civic/Visitors Center For more information visit www.caldwelltx.gov/hpwml DID WE MISS YOUR EVENT? Send an email to us at michelle@tripspublications.com to be included in the next publication.

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

A CALDWELL TRADITION

Kolache Festival ANNUAL EVENT HONORS TRADITION - AND REINVENTS IT

By Michelle Banse Stokes, dancer photo by Holly Narro Things 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 koLAH-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.

“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.”

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

“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.”

FUTURE OF THE FESTIVAL Any festival of this size takes manpower and volunteers to make the magic happen and the Kolache Festival in Caldwell is no exception.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS GETTING A TASTE OF YOUR OWN

“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.”

For those wanting to indulge in the very best kolaches in the state, they better be ready to rise and shine early.

Still, volunteers are also needed to keep the Czech traditions alive at the Kolache Festival and extra hands are always welcome.

“You better be here by 8 o’clock,” laughed Easter. “Everyone’s invited and anyone can come. The event is free and there’s no parking fee, no fees of any kind to attend.”

“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 it going for years to come. We are all volunteer based and we’re blessed to have community volunteers that are passionate about it.”

For more information, visit www.caldwelltx.gov/kolachefestival or www.burlesoncountytx.com/kolache-fest.

FAMILY FUN

Burleson County Fair ALWAYS THE THIRD WEEKEND IN SEPTEMBER AT THE BURLESON COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS Sometimes 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 FRESH PRODUCE AND MORE

Burleson County Farmers’ Market OPEN YEAR-ROUND, SERVING ALL OF BURLESON COUNTY AND BEYOND The Burleson County Farmers’ Market is open from 7 a.m. to noon every Saturday, year-round, rain or shine along Echols and Fox Streets. The 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 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. to provide produce to the public in the shade. www.co.burleson.tx.us/page/living.farmers.market CALDWELL, TEXAS |

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RELOCATION INFORMATION

MOVING TO CALDWELL

Small Town Living CALDWELL’S PROXIMITY TO METROPOLITAIN AREAS MAKES IT A STELLAR CHOICE FOR ALL Burleson 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 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 hills, and Post Oak forests have equipped it with a range of natural and cultural assets.

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.

Caldwell maintains its strategic location at the junction of several trade and transportation networks, with significant amounts of road and rail-based freight passing through the county. State Highways 21 and 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.

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RELOCATION INFORMATION Caldwell ISD school facilities generally meet or exceed Texas’ 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.

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.

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

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 LISTINGS ACCOUNTING & BOOKKEEPING

APARTMENTS

AUTOMOTIVE DEALERSHIP

Cotten’s Bookkeeping & Tax Service 209 West Buck Street (979) 721-9359

Burleson Heights Apartment Limited 490 Highway 36 South (979) 567-7712

Caldwell Country Chevrolet 800 Highway 21 East (979) 315-4198

Danny Koerth, CPA, P.C. 211 Main Street (979) 567-8400

Caldwell Heights 302 East MLK Drive (210) 761-5289

Lillian Crnkovic Income Tax & Bookkeeping Service 702 West Highway 21 (979) 567-4303

Caldwell Housing Authority 509 N Hall Street (979) 567-4244

ADVERTISING, PLAQUES & TROPHIES Engraving & More 108 North Main Street (979) 807-4836 Gerald Lickman Banner Signs and Stickers 1760 Highway 36 South (979) 574-2202 Gilbreath Outdoor Advertising 500 South Main Street 281-992-4555 AGRICULTURAL SERVICES Brazos Bottom Crop Care 2964 FM 50 (979) 272-3032 Kawasaki of Caldwell 185 Highway 36 North (979) 567-7777 Royalty Pecan Farms 10600 Highway 21 East (979) 272-3904

The Texan Efficiency Apartments 1305 Highway 21 West (979) 567-3132 Twin City Properties Mgmt.

412 City Street (979) 764-7368

The Lazy Cactus 108 North Main (402) 620-1022 ART GALLERY & MUSIC JLyle Medical Clinic & Gallery 501 North Stone Street (979) 567-8500 Lange Glass Blowing Company 211 West Buck Street (979) 567-7284 The Piano Place 490 Highway 36 South (979) 695-1475

AIR CONDITIONING & HEAT

Mark Caperton Attorney 106 South Echols Street (979) 567-1710

Weaver’s Refrigeration 1101 Foundation Drive (979) 567-3257

Auto Frame & Body Works 209 West Buck Street (979) 567-0010

Burleson County Detail 415 Highway 36 South (979) 567-6880 Burleson County Motor Supply 104 West Fox Street (979) 567-4313 Crash Body Paint & Towing 215 Sunny Street (979) 567-4979 EZ Car Wash 912 West OSR (979) 567-4602 Groce Home & Auto 105 West Buck Street (979) 567-3213 Groce Service Station 501 North Stone Street (979) 255-8245

Schubert Law Firm, PLLC 108 South Echols (979) 567-3999 Skrivanek Law Office 101 West Buck Street (979) 567-3131 The Law Firm of Sabrina R. Clark (979) 202-1952

Hornet Car Wash (979) 567-4606 Kwik Kar 355 Highway 36 South (979) 210-833-9497 Mitchell’s Tire Service 355 Highway 36 South (979) 567-6375 Napa Auto Parts 703 Highway 21 (979) 567-4445 O’Reilly Auto Parts 403 North Main Street (979) 599-9851 Vollentine Garage 513 North Main Street (979) 567-7472

The Farmhouse Twist LLC/TFT Builders LLC 207 West Mustang Street (979) 200-4055

BAILBONDS American Bail Bonds 1430 Highway 21 East (979) 567-7074 CHILD CARE Abundantly Blesses 506 North O’Neal Street (979) 567-3600 CONSTRUCTION & CONTRACTORS

Auto Quality Service 104 West Fox Street (979) 567-3487

ATTORNEYS Burns & Reyes-Burns 209 East Fawn Street (979) 567-3366

Polasek Air Conditioning 102 North Main (979) 567-3270

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE & SUPPLIES

ARCADE

Small Farm Innovations 3701 Highway 36 South (979) 200-1473

Burns Refrigeration & Air Conditioning 8784 FM 111 (979) 535-4475

Bud Cross Ford 150 Highway 36 South (979) 567-4621

Wilde Auto Plus 155 Highway 36 South (979) 567-3842

B & C Services 121 South Main Street (979) 436-3960 Becka Construction, LLC 212 County Road #102 (979) 224-5935 CLC Homebuilder 1303 Bent Oak Court (512) 496-1570 Down Home Construction 121 South Main (512) 968-6936 HLC Homes 102 West Fox Street (979) 412-5483 Hoss Electric 201 West Buck Street (979) 200-1777 Idealgala, LLC 607 West Fawn Street (979) 739-5086 J7 Services, LLC 2414 Highway 36 (979) 324-1951 Lauren Concrete 303 North Green Street (512) 233-1343 Novosad Enterprises, Inc. 2720 Presidential Corridor East (979) 272-9401 Old Castle Material, Texas LLC 800 Highway 21 East (512) 861-7105 Texcon General Contractors 1610 West 10th Street (979) 204-6440

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Trussworks, LLC 207 West Mustang Street (979) 567-0400 Woodson’s Lumber Company 702 West Buck Street (979) 567-9805 Woodson Wholesale 965 President Corridor East (979) 567-9805

Lo Nuestro De Mexico 200 Highway 36 North (979) 739-1057 Masfajitas 305 Highway 36 South (979) 567-4007 Matus BBQ 304 West Buck Street (979) 567-3666 McDonald’s 303 North Green (979) 567-0605

DINING & DRINKS

Pizza Hut 300 North Green Street (979) 567-7996

Cakes & More 506 North O’Neal Street (979) 739-7605

Sonic Drive-In 230 Highway 36 South (979) 567-7911

Dairy Queen 215 Highway 35 (979) 567-4200

Subway 271 North Highway 36 (979) 567-7827

Daisy Dukes BBQ 300 Highway 21 West (979) 567-9600

Sunny Donuts 300 Highway 21 West (979) 575-6266

Dickie Doo’s BBQ 218 South Echols Street (979) 567-4882

Super Donuts 306 North Wright Street (979) 567-6897

Four Tines 1705 Highway 21 West (979) 567-7235

Surrey Restaurant 403 Highway 21 East (979) 567-7235

Frost Bites 101 North Green Street (979) 255-2191

Texan Lounge 300 Highway 21 West (979) 567-3132

Homestead Café, LLC 198 Highway 36 South (979) 257-9211

Texas Seafood Steakhouse Restaurant 300 Highway 21 (979) 446-8559

Jake’s Bakery 701 Highway 21 West (979) 324-0741

Tortilleria Mi Tierra 525 Highway 36 North (979) 567-4977

La Bamba Mexican Grill & Bar 1976 Highway 36 South (979) 567-3750

The Branding Iron Lunch Box 206 Highway 21 (979) 213-8730

Lissa’s Restyled Sip & Shop 205 South Main Street (979) 200-9288

The Old Post Office 102 West Fox Street (979) 324-5194 The Rodney 106 North Main Street (979) 224-2465

BUSINESS LISTINGS Whataburger 306 North Wright Street (979) 315-4282

Truist 1114 South Echols Street (979) 567-2800

DRY CLEANING

FUNERAL SERVICE

Caldwell Dry Cleaners 121 South Main Street (979)567-9280

Caldwell Cemetery Association 1303 Bent Oak Court

FABRICATOR Allied Precision Fabrication 1105 Foundation Drive (979) 567-4314 BWM Services 4007 Highway 21 East (979) 272-7708 Texas Boll Weevil 107 South Hill Street (979) 325-672-2800

Phillips & Luckey Funeral Home 404 West Buck Street (979) 567-3232 Strickland Funeral Home 530 Highway 36 South (979) 567-1900 GOVERNMENT AGENCIES Burleson County Appraisal District (979) 567-2318

Gordon Richardson Insurance 203 West Buck Street (979) 567-3003 State Farm Insurance Kristi Sebera 121 West Buck Street (979) 567-9966 Texas Farm Bureau Insurance of Burleson County 1266 Highway 21 East (979) 567-9502

Airplexus Company 127 South Main Street (979) 567-7942 Frontier Southwest, Inc. 215 County Road 107 (866) 322-4547

Burleson County Courthouse (979) 567-2333

Buckstone Investments, Inc 102 South Echols Street (979) 220-0643

Burleson County Department of Public Safety (979) 567-4389

Housley Communications Inc. 1107 Commerce Street (254) 640-1614

Citizens State Bank 201 East Buck Street (979) 567-4646

Burleson County Economic Development Council (979) 567-0000

Suddenlink 309 North Banks Street (516) 803-1500

Edward Jones Greg Browning, Financial Advisor 701 Highway 21 West (979) 567-4248

Burleson County-Office (979) 567-2333

Zochnet 200 East Fawn Street (979) 540-7403

Edward Jones Sarah Horne, Financial Advisor 701 Highway 21 West (979) 716-7444

City of Caldwell (979) 567-3271

H & R Block 102 South Echols Street (979) 249-7535 LPL Financial Services Kavon Novak, Investment Consultant 601 West Mustang Street (979) 255-8796 People’s Financing Company 106 West Fox Street (979) 567-0176 Prosperity Bank 129 West Buck Street (979) 567-4665 Sal Zaccagnino 404 West Buck Street (979) 777-5708

INTERIOR DESIGN Haven Home Design 209 West Mustang Street (979) 693-2101 LANDSCAPING & NURSERY

INSURANCE

Country Blossom 1500 Highway 21 (979) 567-4903

HC Insurance Agency 203 West Buck Street (936) 258-2568 Insurance Associates (979) 567-3003 Jaecks Insurance Agency 102 South Echols Street (979) 567-4408

Caldwall Scrub Tub 403 Highway 21 West (254) 640-2841

Caldwell Chiropractic 101 Highway 21 East (979) 567-7001

LODGING

Caldwell II ENT, LLC 300 Highway 21 West (979) 567-4300

Boys & Girls Club of Brazos Valley 606 West Fawn Street (979) 567-2643

CHI St. Joseph Health Burleson Hospital 1101 Woodson Drive (979) 567-3245

Burleson County Fair Association 905 Highway 36 South (979) 567-3938

Christie Taylor, EdD, LPC-S 501 North Stone Street (979) 567-8500

Burleson County Historical Society, Inc. (979) 567-3003

Circle C Barn at Copperas Creek 245 Country Club Drive (281) 389-8061

Copperas Hollow Nursing & Rehab 345 Country Club Drive (979) 567-4300

Burleson County Saddle Club 299 County Road 350 (979) 567-7829

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

Drgac Dental 602 North Gray Street (979) 567-3273

Seven Oaks B&B 11636 Highway 21 East (979) 272-1952

MHMR of Brazos Valley 103 Highway 21 East (979) 567-4377

Sunset Inn 405 Highway 36 South (979) 567-4661

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

America’s Best Value Inn 1108 Highway 21 West (979) 567-3535 Brazos Valley RV Park, LLC 2190 Highway 21 East (979) 200-3007 Caldwell Motel 1821 Highway 21 West (979) 567-4000

The Surrey Inn 403 Highway 21 East (979) 567-3221 Third Strike Vacation Rentals (979) 412-5483

Fields & Flowers 160 Highway 26 North (979) 200-9612 Garden Hoots 3701 Highway 36 South (979) 200-0766 The Garden Spot (979) 567-9955 Tujays Greenhouse 306 Highway 21 West (254) 627-9438

American Extrusion Co. 1108 Industrial Boulevard (713) 869-9551 Direct Manufacturing & Design 1430 Highway 21 East (979) 220-5399 Hilberling Packer Services 1112 Commerce Street (979) 716-4527 Snoe Inc., Machining & Welding 215 County Road 300 (979) 431-1490 MEAT WHOLESALER Shirpa Foods, Inc. 204 Highway 21 West (281) 330-4256

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St. Joseph Regional Health Center 1105 Woodson Drive (979) 567-3245 Stone St. Retirement LTD. 401 Molly Drive (979) 567-7712

MANUFACTURING

Harrie P. Woodson Memorial Library (979) 567-4111

Associate Agents Network Inc. (979) 567-3296

MEDICAL & HEALTH SERVICE

INTERNET SERVICE

FINANCIAL

Chamber of Commerce (979) 567-0000

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The Cottage 200 North Echols Street (979) 567-3000 The Humble Life 100 South Echols Street, STE C (713) 817-6355 US HEALTH Advisors 120 Brazos Way (979) 807-4134 MUSEUM Burleson County Czech Heritage Museum (979) 567-4021 Caldwell Historical Museum (979) 567-6854

Kraichar Museum (979) 567-3003 NON-PROFIT CIVIC ORGANIZATION

Caldwell K of C #6366 500 West OSR A Caldwell Livestock Commission 270 County Road 107 (979) 567-4119 Caldwell Men’s Lions Club (979) 255-8796 Caldwell Recreation Association 405 North Johnston Street (979) 200-9680 Caldwell Early Evening Lions Club (281) 734-6912 Caldwell Rotary Club (979) 567-3366 Masonic Lodge Cemetery Chapel 1500 West 12th Street Theater Guild of Burleson County (979) 200-0246 VFW Post #4458 1644 Highway 36 South OIL FIELD SUPPLIER Alexander Oil Company 208 Highway 21 East (832) 691-2663 Alford Oil Company 702 North Front Street (979) 567-3597

BUSINESS LISTINGS CDI Energy Services 1624 Highway 21 East (979) 567-7883

Home & Ranch Real Estate 200 Buck Street (979) 272-1759

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

JCL Properties 105 North Echols Street (979) 412-3563

Summit Pump & Safety Inc. 1203 Commerce Street (979) 567-7867

Evers & Sons, Inc. 12905 Highway 36 South (979) 596-2139

MCDCS Properties, LLC 500 Highway 21 West (512) 554-8531

PIANO & ORGAN

Texas Lone Star Team 959 First Street (979) 567-5309

Polansky Realty 1110 Honeysuckle Lane (979) 229-3892

Ebony Essence Created Hair Design 1701 Highway 21 West (979) 574-1821 GlamBox Salon 117 West Buck Street (979) 567-0333 Hart & Co 200 East Fawn Street (979) 224-1272 LT Nails 171 Private Road 3005 (979) 567-1717

Dollar General 403 Highway 21 West (979) 567-9819 Dollar Tree 400 Highway 21 (979) 315-60074 H & H Pawn & Gun Shop 340 Highway 36 South (979) 567-1353 Half Pint’s Liquor 213 West Buck Street (979) 567-6700

PLUMBER

Hornet’s Nest 195 Highway 36 South (979) 739-0183

The Parlor Hair & Spa 210 South Echols Street (979) 567-3373

Chollett Plumbing, LLC 205 West Buck Street (979) 324-7834

Kice’s Elite Dance Center 200 North Green Street (979) 224-3319

SEPTIC SERVICE

La Potosina 119 South Main Street (979) 567-6440

DP Plumbing 3240 County Road 147 (979) 535-4377

Kid’s Zone, Inc. 1105 Foundation Drive (512) 746-2333

Easy Flow Septics 2414 Highway 36 South (979) 324-1951

M & G Western Wear 113 West Buck Street (979) 436-1901

SHOPPING

PROPANE

Mainstreet Gym 211 West Buck Street (979) 567-3377

Angel Botanicals 209 West Buck Street (979) 721-9359

Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant 1812 Terrace Drive (979) 567-7469

SALON & SPAS

B & C Wine & Spirits 125 Highway 36 North (979) 567-6700

PUBLICATIONS Burleson County Tribune 306 Highway 21 West (979) 567-3286

Balboas Barber Studio 210 South Echols (979) 324-6228 Beauty Nails 119 West Buck Street (979) 567-6439

REAL ESTATE Armstrong Properties 115 West Buck Street (979) 567-7653 Barnett Real Estate 604 Highway 21 West (979) 567-3470 Gilliam Properties & Rental 358 County Road 300 (281) 736-7193

Chandor Beauty Shop 1108 Highway 21 West (979) 535-4280 Chat Shak 1690 Highway 21 West (979) 567-3624 Cindy’s Hair Salon 706 North Main Street (979) 324-6383 Cozy Barber Shop 406 North Main Street

Back Porch Antiques 123 West Buck Street (979) 200-1378 Brookshire Brothers 455 Highway 36 North (979) 567-9515 Burleson County Co-Op 111 West Mustang Street (979) 567-3351 Caldwell Christian Care 208 West Buck Street (979) 567-9711 DK’s Quick Stop 1119 Commerce (979) 567-3442

Kings’s Liquor 208 East Highway 21 (979) 567-4130

McKenziok e Sports Production 229 Nagel Drive (888) 279-7985 TAVERN / BAR

Mimosa Mercantile 212 South Echols Street (979) 567-1771 Rocking 5H 201 South Main Street (979) 255-5652 Ruby Lu Boutique 301 West Buck Street (979) 567-7673 Tujays Greenhouse 1603 Highway 21 West (254) 627-9438

Wal-Mart 475 Highway 36 North (979) 567-9807 Yellow Prairie Emporium 8137 County Road 315 (979) 567-0409

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The Texan Lounge 1305 Highway 21 West (979) 567-3132

Double Creek Crossing 590 FM 1362 North (979) 200-9555 The Ranch House 552 FM 696 (979) 820-0112 VETERINARY SERVICES & GROOMING Caldwell Veterinary Clinic, PLLC 209 East Fawn Street (979) 567-4155 The Wizard of Pawz Salon 354 County Road 300 (979) 204-4188 WEB DESIGNER Taylored Ideas 1301 Highway 21 West (979) 324-8704 WELDING

TITLE COMPANY

C & H Welding & Fabrication, Inc 117 Pecan Drive (979) 567-0607

Botts Abstract Co. 104 South Echols Street (979) 830-1279

Snoe Inc., Machining & Welding 626 Highway 36 South (979) 567-0808

Burleson County Title 110 South Echols Street (979) 567-3122

Zaskoda Repair LLC. Welding Machine Repairs & Service 3434 County Road 233 (979) 224-0510

Texas Country Title 209 South Main Street (979) 567-0345 University Title Company 106 South Echols Street (979) 260-9818

Zodiac Enterprises, LLC 1112 Industrial Boulevard (979) 567-6931

TRACTOR DEALER Maresh & Son Equipment 200 Highway 36 North (979) 567-4606 VENUE Circle C Barn Venue at Copperas Creek 245 Country Club Drive (281) 389-8061 D & V Events LLC 3143 County Road 116 (979) 535-8151

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Dickie Doo’s 218 South Echols Street (979) 567-4882

SURVEYING

TAXIDERMY

Noticeable Changes 104 North Main Street (979) 567-4780

Pico Propane 2720 Presidential Corridor East (979) 412-3475

Rock Solid Storage, LLC 300 West Buffalo (858) 692-7556

The Humble Life 1550 County Road 165 (713) 817-6355

Copperas Hollow Country Club 995 Country Club Drive (979) 567-4422

Promotional Image 5893 FM 975 (979) 574-3544

Double H Storage 111 East Fawn Street (979) 229-6934

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

RECREATION

PHOTOGRAPHER

Caldwell Self Storage 1022 Presidential Corridor East (832) 557-8115

Homeyer Feed LLC. 545 Highway 36 South (979) 567-9355

Mainstreet Barber / Neat Kutz 125 West Buck Street (713) 514-4720

The Piano Place 1119 Commerce Street (979) 695-1475

STORAGE

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CHURCH DIRECTORY

Above left, Elizabeth Lutheran Church at 165 County Road 307 and right, Caldwell First United Methodist Church at 306 West Fox Street. Photos by Lori Olivarez-Ligues.

STRONGER TOGETHER

Worship with Us EVERYONE IS WELCOME AT ALL OF THESE CHURCHES IN AND AROUND CALDWELL ABUNDANT LIFE TABERNACLE 1710 Highway 36 South 979-251-1785 Worship Sunday 3pm

CALDWELL FIRST ASSEMBLY 1210 West 12th Street 979-567-3712 Worship Sunday 10:30am

AGAPE OUTREACH CENTER 203 North Temple Street Worship Sunday 11am

CALDWELL FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 306 West Fox Street 979-567-3778 Worship Sunday 8:30am, 10:30am

BURLESON COUNTY COWBOY CHURCH 300 County Road 169 979-567-6723 Worship Sunday 10:30am CALDWELL BRETHREN CHURCH 401 South Main Street 979-574-0268 Worship Sunday 10:30am CALDWELL CHURCH OF CHRIST 1103 West 12th Street 979-567-3883 Worship Sunday 10:30am, 6pm

CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH 1095 Highway 36 North 979-567-9405 Worship Sunday 10:45am, 6:30pm ELIZABETH LUTHERAN CHURCH 165 County Road 307 979-567-4286 Worship Sunday 9am

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 300 South Thomas Street 979-567-3646 Worship Sunday 10:30am FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 600 West Buck Street 979-567-9436 Worship Sunday 10am FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST 9000 Highway 36 North 979-567-0540 Worship Sunday 10am GALILEE MISSIONARY BAPTIST 240 East Martin Luther King 979-567-6621 Worship Sunday 10:30am, 6pm HARMONY BAPTIST CHURCH 6670 Highway 36 South 979-567-3931 Worship Sunday 10:30am

NEW BEGINNINGS FAMILY FELLOWSHIP Caldwell Middle School Cafeteria/Gray Street 979-567-6364 Worship Sunday 11am, 6pm NEW TABOR BRETHREN 2439 County Road 225 979-272-3008 Worship Sunday 10am NOW FAITH MINISTRY 105 North Echols Street 979-574-1821 Worship Sunday 10am ST. MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH 500 Old San Antonio Road 979-567-3667 Worship Saturday 5pm, Spanish 6:30pm.

Worship Sunday 10am

LEGACY GENERATION CHURCH 937 Highway 36 South 979-773-3922 Worship Sunday 10:30am

THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 455 Highway 36 South 979-567-3628 Worship Sunday 10am

MACEDONIA-MIX BAPTIST CHURCH 10822 FM 2000 979-277-3209 Worship Sunday 10:15am, 6pm

THE WELL COMMUNITY CHURCH 104 Highway 21 West 979-200-1126 Worship Sunday 10am

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MEET THE NEIGHBORS GET OUTSIDE

Explore the Area VISIT ALL THE AREA HAS TO OFFER WHEN YOU STAY AND PLAY IN CALDWELL 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 boat. Birch Creek has a fishing jetty.

Photo, left, courtesy of Texas Parks and Wildlife Department ©2022, Chase A. Fountain, chief photorapher.

Top, campers enjoy Lake Somerville’s ammenities; middle, Brenham’s visitors enjoy the downtown pocket park; bottom, visitors are welcome to tour the historic Deanville Railroad Depot.

BRENHAM - What does Blue Bell ice cream, 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.

DEANVILLE - Deanville is on Farm Road 60 four miles south of State Highway 21 in southwestern Burleson County. An arm of the Chisholm Trail passed by Deanville, and cattlemen on their drives from Columbus, Texas, to Kansas often camped near the settlement. The Deanville Railroad Depot was originally opened in 1913 and was 1 of 10 Burleson County depots. The Deanville Depot was where many kids started a new life. It was one of many stops for children on orphan trains coming from New York.

The Deanville Depot is the only remaining one in Burleson County and has been restored into a museum where those orphans are remembered. You can learn more information on the Deanville Heritage Foundation’s Facebook page. The Deanville Depot Museum is located right off of FM 111.

Photo, left, courtesy of the Deanville Heritage Association.

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