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May events...
Please bookmark and check back often All events listed are open to the public and the dates and times are subject to change. There also may be admission, ticket or entrance fees, please contact the phone numbers listed for additional information.
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CHAMBER & MEMBER SPECIAL EVENTS
TOURISM, & RECREATION EVENTS
Re-Occurring Tourism & Recreational Events in May
Birmingham Forest Golf Course Thursday Mornings Senior Scramble - Starting at 10:00 AM For additional information, please call (903) 683-9518 or visit the website at www.birminghamgolfclub.net
Cherokee Trace Animal Safari Drive-thru Safari located on 300 acres in scenic East Texas
Monday - Saturday: OPEN 10:00am – 6:00 PM, Last car admitted at 4:30 PM
Sunday: OPEN 1:00pm, Last car admitted at 4:30 PM
For directions, individual & group rates or additional information, please call (903) 683-3322 or visit the website
at www.cherokeetrace.org
Grapeland Drive Thru Safari Open 7 days a week, gates open at 9:00 AM Drive thru Safari located 1.3 miles north of the city limits of Grapeland, Texas on North U.S. 287, in the heart of East Texas. For directions, group rates or additional information, please call (936) 687-5292 or visit the website at www.grapelanddrivethrusafari.com Heritage Center of Cherokee County - FREE ADMISSION
Saturdays - 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sundays - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
409 N. Henderson Street
For additional information, please call (903) 683-5643 or visit the website at http://hccc-museum.org/
Rolling Hills Golf Course Monday Evenings Scramble -Starting at 5:30 PM For additional information, please call (903) 683-8442
Texas State Railroad Steam Train Excursion – Rusk & Palestine Depots
Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays - Departure time: 11:00 AM
Regular Fare Adult: $34.00 p.p. Child: $17.00 (ages 3-11)
Air Conditioned/Heated: Climate Controlled Coaches:
Adult: $4.00 p.p. surcharge Child: $2.00 surcharge
Box lunches are available for purchase for our regular train excursions. Please call for lunch options and place your
order at the time of your ticket reservation.
For additional information, please call: (903) 683-2561 or 1-888-987-2461 or visit the website at
www.TexasStateRR.com
The Woods at Jacksonville Restaurant, Club & Golf Course Tuesday Evenings Scramble - Starting at 6:00 PM For additional information, please call (903) 589-1706 or visit the website at www.thewoodsatjacksonville.net The Woods at Jacksonville Restaurant, Club & Golf Course Every Friday Evening Shoot-Out - Starting at 6:00 PM For additional information, please call (903) 589-1706 or visit the website at www.thewoodsatjacksonville.net
Tourism & Recreational Events in May May 4, 2008
Cherokee County Motor Sports Park
TEST & TUNE, 12pm - 5pm
Please call (903) 683-4711 for ticket prices, scheduled events and additional information or visit the website
at www.cherokeecountymotorsportspark.com
May 10, 2008
Cherokee County Motor Sports Park
BRACKET SERIES (NATIONAL DRAGSTER CHALLENGE) (WALLY)
Please call (903) 683-4711 for ticket prices, scheduled events and additional information or visit the website
at www.cherokeecountymotorsportspark.com
May 18, 2008
Cherokee County Motor Sports Park
TEST & TUNE, 12pm - 5pm
Please call (903) 683-4711 for ticket prices, scheduled events and additional information or visit the website
at www.cherokeecountymotorsportspark.com
May 23-26, 2008
Mud Creek Off Road Park Memorial Day Ride
At 3971 County Road 4209 Jacksonville TX For additional information, please call: Call 903-586-6972 email: info@mudcreekoffroadpark.com or visit the website at www.mudcreekoffroadpark.com May 23-26, 2008 Shiloh Ridge Off Road Park Memorial Day Ride
At County Road 2416 & US Hwy 69 and follow the signs $40.00 Per Off Road Vehicle Covers 2 Adults For The Weekend Of Camping And Riding Fun, Additional Adults $15.00 For The Weekend For additional information, please call: 936-858-2193 or 1-800-432-3965 or visit the website at www.shilohridge.com May 24 & 25, 2008
Cherokee County Motor Sports Park
DRAG RACE RESULTS.COM ET SERIES
Please call (903) 683-4711 for ticket prices, scheduled events and additional information or visit the website
at www.cherokeecountymotorsportspark.com
May 1, 2008 Grand Opening Celebration for DCS Fitness 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM at 2045 S. Jackson St., Jacksonville, TX For additional information, please call (903) 589-FIT9 (3489) May 1, 2008 Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Trinity Mother Francis Hospital 1:30 PM at 2026 S Jackson St. Jacksonville, TX For additional information, please call (903) 541-4558 May 19, 2008 Rusk Chamber of Commerce Directors Meeting 12:00 Noon at the Southern Cherokee Federal Credit Union, Rusk For additional information, please call (903) 683-4242 May 22, 2008 Rusk Chamber of Commerce Sonic Sock Hop 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM at the Sonic Drive In For additional information, please call (903) 683-4242 May 23, 2008 Rusk Chamber of Commerce Fair on the Square 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM, Kids Day, Pictures with Spider Man & Friends and other Family Fun Activities For additional information, please call (903) 683-4242 May 23, 2008 Cherokee County Relay For Life Evening with Elvis 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM, at the Baskin’s Bldg. on the Square in Rusk Elvis Presley Tribute Artist & Elvis Look Alike Contest $10.00 Advance Tickets, $12.00 at the door For additional information, please call Cynthia Kline at (903) 683-3421 May 24, 2008 5 K Fitness Fun Run/Walk 8:00 AM from the Square in Rusk Proceeds to benefit the Dream Tree Project For additional information, please call Brian Vajcner (903) 721-9342 May 24, 2008 Rusk Chamber of Commerce Fair on the Square 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Arts & Crafts Vendors, Food Court, Live Entertainment and other Family Fun Activities For additional information, please call (903) 683-4242
CIVIC & COMMUNITY EVENTS
Re-Occurring Civic & Community Events in May
The Resale Shop operated by the Volunteer Council for the Rusk State Hospital, Inc. 1st & 2nd Friday’s from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM at 545 Castner Street All proceeds benefit the patients and programs at Rusk State Hospital For additional information, please call (903) 683-7327 Good Samaritan Food Bank & Resale Shop Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM, located 203 W. 2nd Street Helping needy family with food, and offers clothes for only .25 cents per item. All donations are appreciated!. For additional information, please call (903) 683-2376 Rusk Kiwanis Club Meeting - Every Tuesday 12:00 Noon at the Southern Cherokee Federal Credit Union, Rusk For additional information, please call Kelley Garner at (903)-683-2414
Rusk Rotary Club Meeting - Every Wednesday 12:00 Noon at the Southern Cherokee Federal Credit Union For additional information, please call Toni Meador at (903) 683-8899 Rusk Lions Club Meeting - Every Thursday 12:00 Noon at the Lions Club Hall For additional information, please call Vic Whadford at (903) 683-9822
Civic & Community Events in May May 1, 2008 Friends of the Texas State Railroad Meeting 10:00 AM at the Rusk Depot For additional information, please call 1-866-729-5543 May 5, 2008 RUSK ISD Band Booster Club 6:00 PM at the Rusk High Band Hall For additional information, please call (903) 683-5401 May 8, 2008 Rusk City Council Meeting 5:00 PM at the City Council Chambers For additional information, please call (903) 683-2213 May 12, 2008 Cherokee County Commissioners Meeting 10:00 AM in the 1st Floor Courtroom May 26, 2008 Cherokee County Commissioners Meeting 10:00 AM in the 1st Floor Courtroom
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