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Fourth of July at Hovas Park in Brookshire

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Every year seems to be better than the one before. Mayor Joseph Vaughn lit the fireworks that displayed stunning colors over the city. A special thanks to the community for coming out to support this event despite the heat and humidity. Everyone is looking forward to next year.

Brookshire VFD Garage Sale

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On Friday, June 19, the Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary held a garage sale.  They would like to thank everyone that came by.  All proceeds will go towards Gaiter Aid and bottled water for the firemen while they fight fires.  If you would like to make monitory donations, please contact Frances Gibbs at 713-560-4105.

Brookshire Celebrates Juneteenth

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Brookshire celebrated its 18^th annual Juneteenth Festival. The festivities began June 19^th with the Juneteenth Youth Summit.  Later that night everyone gathered in the Convention Center for the Gospel Praise Explosion that featured various Church Choirs, Music Groups, Soloists and Praise Dancers.

On Saturday, June 20^th, the celebration continued with Mayor Joseph Vaughn leading the parade through Brookshire. This year we were happy to see some new faces in the lineup, such as Cerda*Fied Specialists pulling a trailer displaying their beautiful Wrought Iron work, and Stephens Flowers Funeral Services that are new to our area.  We were happy to see Royal High School Marching Band take the time out of their summer to join in.  A BIG Thank You goes out to Chief Prejean and the Brookshire P.D. for helping with traffic control.

After the parade, everyone found their way to Hovas Park for a full day of fun. The water park was open and a rock wall was brought in to climb.  We were happy to see more booths this year….lots of variety from which to select.  We were happy to have Ms. Willie Mae Jenkins, an area author, promoting her new book, “My Calling.” 

We would like to thank everyone who helped and participated in making this another great success again this year.

2009 - Cinco de Mayo Parade

2009 Brookshire, Texas - Cinco de Mayo Parade

Enjoy this slideshow of parade photos as well as the previous post with MORE photos of the parade (including the Police Department's photos) and the celebration.

2009 Cinco de Mayo Celebration

Here are some pictures of the 2009 Cinco de Mayo celebration held in Brookshire, Texas, including NEW photos from the Police Department! View PHOTOS. For more parade photos, see the slideshow above in the next post.

Largest Crowd Ever Gathers for Aggie Muster

by Jackie Craver

“The largest crowd ever of Former Students from Texas A&M University gathered together in Waller County on April 21 for the annual Texas Aggie Muster in honor of all Texas Aggies who have passed away within the last year,” announced Kay Woodley, Class of ‘78, and Susan Hopkins, Class of ‘77, 2009 Muster Chairs.

Various Muster activities, including reliving the Memories of Texas A&M by Former Students Byron Wehner, Class of ‘39; Edmondy “Dusty” Turner, Class of ‘46; Sam Estes, Class of ‘59; Charlie Menke, Class of ‘64; Betty McCormick, Class of ‘81; Victoria Jozwiak, Class of ‘91 and Lewis “JR” Schiel, Jr., Class of ‘03.

The evening began with the Aggie War Hymn, the invocation given by Tom Finch, Class of ‘77, and the Muster Tradition by Dr. James Woodley, DVM, Class of ‘68. Following dinner at Repka’s, in a Texas A&M decorated room, Michael Diezi, Class of ‘74, introduced the evening’s guest speaker, Larry Cooper, Class of ’77. Mr. Cooper is the Director of Marketing for The Association of Former Students at Texas A&M University.

The Texas Aggie Muster tradition spans over a century and was observed in more than 300 locations around the world. These Muster gatherings are held in many unique places ranging from battleships and foxholes during World War II to ballrooms and steakhouses.  Over the years, Aggie Muster has grown to be one of Texas A&M’s most revered traditions.  Muster honors the memory of A&M men and women whose death prevents them from answering Roll Call at Muster.  “Roll Call for the Absent” was read by Odis K. Styers, Class of ‘08.

The Roll Call, a roster compiled of all former and current students who have died over the past year, was read by Stan Kitzman, Class of ‘88.  As each name was called, a friend or family member answered “Here!” symbolizing that their memory lives on in the hearts of Aggies everywhere, and a candle was lit in their memory. Rosemary Gambino, Class of ‘83, read the traditional “The Last Corp Trip.”

Muster is more than just a ceremony; it is a way for Aggies to renew, each year, the loyalty and unity which constitute the foundation of their friendship for each other and love and devotion for their school. Matthew Bettis, Class of ’08 read “In Memoriam” and in closing Matt Menke, Class of ’98, lead “The Spirit of Aggieland.”

The evening also included the election of new officers for the Waller County A&M Club, presented by Robbie Peterson, Class of ‘96.

Many thanks to everyone on the program; to Barbara Repka, and the entire staff at Repka’s for a wonderful meal & A&M cake; to Dr. Jim & Kay Woodley for the flower arrangements; to Victoria Jozwiak of The Verandah for the maroon and white table linens; to Laurie Bettis for preserving the evening in pictures, and to attended and who made this year’s Muster so very special!

Article furnished by our partners at the Times Tribune

 

22nd Annual Brookshire Masonic Lodge Scholarship Fish Fry

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Saturday, April 11^th saw it’s 22 year for this event at the Pattison Area Volunteer Fire Department.  The menu included catfish, french fries or potato salad, coleslaw, bread, and a drink. The feast was prepared by Howard Priner, Tim Tyler, Paul Hansen and Chris Ryland, Brookshire Masonic Lodge members.  Lodge members, S. C. Bell, Tom Marshall, Ralph Hansen, Nick Marcilier, Dorsel White, Ted Krenek and Yehiel Fridfertieg served the food and refreshments. 

A silent and live auction was also a great success.  Commissioner Glenn Beckendorff held the position as Auctioneer, while Bud and Sandy Dumesnil along with Joe Trimm, Jr. worked the auction. 

All proceeds go toward scholarships for Royal High School Students. 

If you would like to donate to the Masonic Lodge Scholarship Fund, contact Secretary of the Brookshire Masonic Lodge, W. L. Wotipka at 713-298-9473.

Photos are courtesy of Laura Parker-Fox from the Times Tribune.

2009 Easter Egg Hunt at the Oaks at Brookshire

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Photos courtesy of Laura Parker-Fox from the Times Tribune

The Oaks at Brookshire held there annual Easter Egg Hunt, April 11th for their residents and the community was invited.  With the help of Alpha Koppa Alpha Sorority, and the ladies from Pattison United Methodist Church the event was a great success.  The facility also wants to thank B & B Grocery for giving  a discount on the eggs purchased  that were decorated by the residents for the Easter Bunny to hid.

Angelina Hubbard Celebrates her 103rd Birthday

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(Photos courtesy of Laura Parker-Fox from the Times Tribune)

Brookshire Recognized One of their Oldest Residents

Friday, April 3, 2009 Mrs. Angelina Hubbard celebrated her 103^rd birthday.  Since Mrs. Hubbard now resides at The Oaks at Brookshire, Activity Director Evelyn Bolds, and the Oak's staff brought the community together to help her celebrate.  Mrs. Hubbard is known in the community as the founder of and cook at the Southern Kitchen located on Hwy 90.  With her favorite Cajun music playing in the background, she visited with long-time friends, many friends who have gone on to become city and county officials.   Friends whom she had not seen for years came to wish her a happy birthday.  All she wanted for her birthday was a glass of wine, and that was presented to her by Craig Childs, Administrator of The Oaks at Brookshire. 

Mayor Pro-Tem, Eva Lemos, presented Mrs. Hubbard a special certificate from Mayor Joseph Vaughn and the City of Brookshire, recognizing her as one of the city's oldest residents.   

Here's the article from the Times Tribune.

By Laura Parker-Fox, Staff Writer   Members of the city of Brookshire and surrounding communities came together Friday to honor Angelique Hubbard and celebrate her 103rd birthday with her. The Oaks at Brookshire hosted a party with close to 100 people in attendance to show respect for a special lady that has touched many people’s lives.
“This event was held to celebrate 103 years of a wonderful lady’s life,” said Vicki Casto of the Brookshire Economic Development Corporation.
The party included cake, ice cream, seafood gumbo, etouffe and refreshments. All of the food and refreshments were made or purchased by the staff of the Oaks at Brookshire, t heir family members, or donated by members of the community.
“You could tell by the large number of people that were there just how much she is loved. I was very happy to see so many of the community members able to attend,” said Casto. “What a great turnout. There is a lot of history in this room,” Casto added.
Angelique Hubbard was born on April 3, 1906 in Kaplan, Louisiana. She has nine sisters and two brothers. Dancing with them was one of her favorite past times.
“I loved dancing with my brothers and sisters,” said Hubbard. Her favorite song ‘Jole Blon’ was played just for her by a live Cajun and Zydeco music DJ, O’Neal Millien of The Red Hat.
Hubbard came to Brookshire with her husband, Harry Russell in December 1949. They owned and ran a grocery store for six years with Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Faulk. They sold the store to the Faulks in 1955 and bought a grocery store of their own in the Donigan building.
Hubbard added a coffee bar and homemade pies to what the grocery store had to offer. Oliver Kitzman jokingly said to ask Hubbard how many pies she had made over the years. Then he quickly continued, “Maybe you should ask her how many bad pies she has made.”
On a serious note, Kitzman said, “Angelique is a grand lady and has offended none.”
In March of 1955, the store was sold and Hubbard went into the cafe business.
Her husband, Harry, died in 1961. She married Ben Hubbard in the late 1970’s.
“I was a widow for ten years and dated Ben for five years before marrying him,” said Hubbard.
In June 1964, Hubbard moved the cafe to 3915 S. Front Street, where the Southern Kitchen is today. Hubbard sold the cafe to John Morrison of Katy on August 1, 1976.
Hubbard had many visitors at her birthday party. Each one stopped by her beautifully decorated table to say hello and give their well wishes. As emotions overcame Hubbard throughout these visits she said, “I have fed most of the people in this room.” 
Eva Lemos, Mayor Pro-Tem, life-long friend and former employee of Angelique’s said, “I worked for Angelique from the time I was 14 until I was 25. She is my oldest daughter’s god mother.”
She was an avid bowler and won many trophies during her bowling career. Adding to all of her awards, Lemos presented a certificate signed by Mayor Joseph Vaughn recognizing her on her 103rd birthday, making her one of Brookshire’s oldest residents and also wishing her a happy 103rd birthday.
Hubbard currently resides at The Oaks at Brookshire and is still just as beautiful and sweet as she was years ago.  

Cinco De Mayo Festival is May 2, 2009

Once again, it is time for our annual Cinco de Mayo Festival.  Each year our festival continues to be more successful than the last, with no exception to 2009.  The level of attendance, participation and funds raised exceeds previous years.

 

All proceeds from our annual Cinco de Mayo Festival Celebration will continue to provide scholarship funds for the current graduating class at Royal High School.

 

Please join us to make this year successful and participate in our parade.  The parade will be held on Saturday, May 2, 2009 at 2:00 P.M.  Parade contestants will line up at 1:30 P.M. at the Brookshire Police Department, with route to the Brookshire Convention Center.

 

For more information, you may contact: 
Eva Lemos at 281-375-7459 or 281-375-5406
Chief PreJean at 281-375-5000
Frank Cobio at 281-934-1067

 

Hope you can join us on that day!