Current with the Citizen – Jan. 28, 2026

Thursday, Jan. 29 | 5–8 p.m. | Weimar Veterans Hall, 503 Park Drive | Weimar

Enjoy hall dining, drive-thru meals, door prizes and a dessert auction by Weimar Lions Club. Hall Dining will be open table seating and feature chili and stew, brown beans, rice, crackers, desserts, tea and coffee. Serving starts at 5 p.m., and the auction starts at 6 p.m. $15 tickets.

Friday, Jan. 30 |5:30 p.m. | Twin Oaks Resort, 5390 Interstate 10 | Alleyton

Twin Oaks invites family, friends and loved ones to their Valentine’s-themed dinner and bingo event. Dinner and Valentine’s pictures start at 5:30 p.m. with bingo following at 7 p.m. Kids can also watch a movie or play basketball. BYOB. RSVP by emailing [email protected].

Saturday, Jan. 31 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Live Oak Art Center, 1014 Milam St | Columbus

Do you love the Big Country Market around the Courthouse at the end of each month? Do you miss it each winter? Join the Live Oak Art Center for an indoor winter market with many vendors you know and love with even more additions. Shop booths, enjoy seasonal drinks from the Courtyard Wine Bar and do fun winter crafts. Also on Saturday, Feb. 28.

Saturday, Jan. 31 | 11 a.m. – noon | Columbus Visitor Center, 337 Walnut St | Columbus

Bring a potted plant or cuttings to swap or give away and take home something new. This casual, come-and-go event is a great way to share plants, meet fellow plant lovers, and grow your garden while building community.

Saturday, Jan. 31 | 6 p.m. | Hound Song Brewing Co., 535 Walnut St | Columbus

Kathleen was vibrant, intelligent, hilarious, and unforgettable. Rather than mourning her absence, we choose to celebrate the incredible energy she brought into our lives. Please join us for an evening of remembrance, laughter, and love as we honor a woman who believed life was meant to be lived fully—and loudly. Light refreshments will be available. We kindly ask that you RSVP to Raven Kocurek or Keith Williamson so we can prepare accordingly. 

Saturday, Jan. 31 | 6 p.m. | The Rez 1908, 312 E Main St | Eagle Lake

Grab your friends, your date, or come solo and enjoy a step-by-step guided painting experience led by Connie Herman. You’ll create a festive Valentine’s door hanger that you can personalize to make it uniquely yours—no painting experience needed. $40 per person. Spots are limited.

Sunday, Feb. 1 | 11 a.m. | St. Roch Catholic Church Parish Hall, 1600 Frelsburg Rd | Alleyton

Enjoy a turkey and dressing dinner for $15 a plate, eating dine-in or drive-through. Express more support with the tasty treat live auction and a silent auction.

Monday, Feb. 2 through Saturday, Feb. 7 |2304 Cushen St | Rock Island

Services will start Monday night at 7:30 p.m. and continue daily at 10 a.m., 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Ministers and singers from Texas, West Viriginia, Illinois, Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi and Florida will hold the services.

Wednesday, Feb. 4 | 4–6:30 p.m. | Stafford Opera House, 425 Spring St | Columbus

This free, public event is a chance to see recent progress inside the building, enjoy light bites and hear live music from Darrel Appelt. Meet CHPT’s new executive director, Leslie Kinnear.

Friday, Feb. 6 | 5 p.m. | Eagle Lake Community Center, 100 N Walnut Ave | Eagle Lake

Social hour at 5 p.m. Dinner from 6-7 p.m. Raffle, silent auction and fundraising games to benefit Wintermann Library. No admission fee.

Saturday, Feb. 7 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | McCoy’s Building Supply, 805 County Rd | Weimar

Bring the kiddos by the store to paint L-O-V-E blocks for Valentine’s Day. Event is free of charge and while supplies last. No registration required. Happening at all McCoy’s locations.

Saturday, Feb. 7 | 4–11 p.m. | Magnolia Society, 920 Milam St | Columbus

Celebrate the essence of Fat Tuesday with a specialty menu, festive sips, and an evening filled with great music in the heart of downtown Columbus. Enjoy live music by the Karl Rehn Group and the Bayou City Brass Band, bringing some of the best sounds of the evening.

Saturday, Feb. 7 | 6–9 p.m. | Nada Community Center, 1231 Old Nada Rd | Eagle Lake

Stew available dine in by the bowl or carry out by the quart. Live auction, silent auction and raffle fundraiser to benefit GVFD.

Tuesday, Feb. 10 | 5:30–7 p.m. | Columbus High School Cafeteria, 103 Cardinal Ln | Columbus

Serving famous pancakes, eggs and sausage for $10, dine-in or to-go. Participate in live cake auction. Children under six eat free with paid adult.

Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 9:30 a.m. | St Paul Lutheran Church, 201 Veterans Dr | Columbus

Learn about creating floral designs from a National Flower Show Judge, Corrie Ten-Have. Open to the public, always free. Hosted by Columbus Garden Club.

Wednesday, Feb. 11 | 4–10 p.m. | Magnolia Society, 920 Milam St | Columbus

Gather your ladies for a night of good conversation and great cocktails. Join the Magnolia Society for a Dirty Martini specialty menu featuring several variations, alongside our full wine and bar menu. To make a reservation, please call (979) 500-4260.

Friday, Feb. 13 and Saturday, Feb. 14 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | 1018 Milam St | Columbus

Same boutique you love, now in a brand-new space! Come celebrate with sweet sips and snacks, exclusive shopping deals, fun giveaways, pop-up shops and a whole lot of love.

Friday, Feb. 13 | 5–9 p.m. | Main Street and downtown Eagle Lake

Grab your favorite group of gal pals and enjoy a fun evening filled with shopping, special promotions, food trucks, and live music while supporting Eagle Lake’s amazing local businesses. Galentine’s wine tumblers with bags will be available for $15 and can be purchased at City Hall on event night.

Saturday, Feb. 14 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | downtown Weimar

Dust off your boots and join the city for a free, family-friendly community celebration featuring the HCSO Jr. Mounted Posse, Pony Express Ride, Farmers Market vendors, HLSR Mascots, and plenty of local shopping and fun for all ages.

Saturday, Feb. 14 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Kingdom Worship Center, 717 Walnut St | Columbus

Young Ladies between sixth- and 12^th-grades join Kingdom Worship Center for girl talk, fun and prizes. Lunch with be provided. Private message shirt size on Facebook. 

Saturday, Feb. 14 | 3–10:30 p.m. | Freyburg Hall, 5701 Freyburg Hall Rd | Schulenburg

The Boys and Girls Club of Champion Valley invites guests aged 21+ for a sparkling evening of joy, love and community support. Guests will enjoy a surf n' turf meal provided by Clear Creek Catering, lively entertainment from Blue Denim Band and rewarding raffle games.