Current with the Citizen – Oct. 29, 2025

Wednesday, Oct. 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Weimar Stadium, W Main St | Weimar

For lil’ ghouls and goblins in fifth grade or younger. Children are encouraged to wear their Halloween costumes and bring a treat bag! Non-profit organizations and local businesses are invited to participate. For more information, contact WHS Principal Stacy Heger at 979-7259504.

Thursday, Oct. 30 | 5-6:30 p.m. | around the Square | Eagle Lake

The City of Eagle Lake and the Eagle Lake Parks & Recreation Department invite you to an Eagle Lake Downtown Halloween Trick or Treat! There will be trick-or-treating on the Square. Individuals, businesses and organizations interested in participating, distributing candy may call 979-234-2640.

Thursday, Oct. 30| 6-8 p.m. | Live Oak Art Center, 1014 Milam St | Columbus

Diane Mueller’s latest collection of photo-art will delight anyone who enjoys artful creations and dreams of producing better photographs. The exhibit continues through Nov. 29 and features a wide array of images including landscapes, nature, wildlife and portraits of people.

Friday, Oct. 31 | 5-7 p.m. | First United Methodist Church, 301 W St Charles St | Weimar

Follow the yellow brick road to Parents as Teaches’ Halloween family-fun event! Enjoy a spook house, live music, games, treats, prizes and more.

Saturday, Nov. 1 | 6:15 p.m. | Old City Cemetery, intersection of Walnut Street (U.S. 90) and Veterans Drive | Columbus

Participants will follow a costumed guide by lantern light through the cemetery, stopping at select gravesites to hear the true stories of local figures who shaped the community as well as the state. Each year’s tour features newly researched stories and characters. Hosted by the Nesbitt Memorial Library Foundation.

Thursday, Nov. 6 | 12:30-3:30 p.m. | Nesbitt Memorial Library, 529 Washington St | Columbus

This year’s Flower Show themed “Dungeons & Dragons” will be full of exhibits showing unusual plants, creative designs, and fun fairy gardens. Hosted by the Columbus Garden Club.

Thursday, Nov. 6 | 6 p.m. | Eagle Lake Community Center, 100 N Walnut Ave | Eagle Lake

Join the mayor, city council and administration for a review of the accomplishments of 2025 and what’s coming in 2026 and beyond. Social hour begins at 6 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m. The program will officially start at 7:30 p.m. Tickets must be purchased by Nov. 1 at city hall.

Saturday, Nov. 8 | 4-8 p.m. | downtown / Post Office Street | Weimar

Enjoy food, vendors and live music. $15 presale. Receive a souvenir glass and 10 tasting tickets.

Sunday, Nov. 9 | 10 a.m. until sold out | St. Michael Catholic Church Family Center, 410 N Center St | Weimar

Serving hand-battered chicken fried steak with corn and twice baked potatoes for $15 per plate. Proceeds benefit Weimar Knights of Columbus Council charities.

Tuesday, Nov. 11 | 4-6 p.m. | Weimar

Wednesday, Nov. 12 | 9:30 a.m. | St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 201 Veterans Drive | Columbus

Learn about the importance of pollinators with master gardener Janet Johnson. Hosted by the Columbus Garden Club.

Thursday, Nov. 13 | noon – 1 p.m. | Colorado County Courthouse, 400 Spring St | Columbus

Hear from Dr. Maize Leftwich on “What’s Going on in the Brain when you are Thankful” and from Patsy Hodge, Natalie Keen, PTA, and Deacon Andy Nunmaker on “How Being Thankful Impacts Me: Mind, Body and Soul.” Located in the first-floor courtroom. Zoom option available – text 281-844-0212 at least a day before.