Linden

370 CR 1897, Linden 75563 • 903.796.3003, 903.756.3106, 903.756.7774, rebecca@txk.net 

www.lindenwildflowertrails.com

Saturday, April 5

Richard Bowden and Moon and the Starz with featured guest Brandi Alise, Music City Texas Theater, one mile west of the square on Hwy 11, then right on Legion Street, 7:30 p.m., tickets $15.   Call 903.756.9934 for tickets or visit www.musiccitytexas.org for more information.

Sunday, April 6

Little Miss Wildflower Trails Pageant, 2 p.m.--Deadline for entries is March 24.  Contact Kayla Williams for more information at 903.756.7774 or ledc@valornet.com.

Saturday, April 12

The Lyric Duo presented by Cass County Performing Arts Council, 7:30 p.m., Nelson-Murphy Auditorium at Linden-Kildare High School.  Contact Ruth Halleck, 903.799.8841 or rshalleck@valornet.com.

Tuesday, April 22-Saturday, April 26

Treasure Hunt--Clues will be posted daily after 5:00 p.m. on south side courthouse entrance.  Find the hidden treasure!  See the web site for more information.

Thursday, April 24

Window Decorating Contest - for all Linden merchants
Judging on Thursday, April 24.  Windows should be decorated no later than 5:00 p.m.  Contact Susan Whatley at susanwhatley@nixlawfirm.com or visit the website for more information.

Friday, April 25

Linden Garden Club Flower Show--1 p.m.-5 p.m.  Open to the public free of charge in the Garden Club Building, East Houston Street, one block east of courthouse. Winning arrangements will displayed at City Hall, west side of the square on Saturday, April 26.  Contact Beth Pate, 903.756.7749.

Friday & Saturday, April 25-26

Quilt Show--9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m., First Baptist Church, NE of Courthouse Square.  Enjoy viewing the many styles and patterns of handcrafted quilts from the old to the new.  Contact Willa Dean Harris, 903.756.5244, or Paula Aleman, 903.445.3348 or paleman@fastlineinternet.com.

DD’s Saloon--All Day, 106 South Main, Friday Lunch, 11:00 a.m.-until, menu features pinto beans, cowboy beans, cornbread, chili, chili dogs, and desserts. Saturday Lunch, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. (same menu).  Saloon girls will be there to greet everyone!  Contact Reeda Rhyne at 903.720.1879 or reedaroo@aol.com. 

Amateur Art Show & Contest--9:00 a.m.--5 p.m.  On the square at 100 South Main.   Open to amateurs only, adult division and youths, grades 9-12.  All mediums.  Wall art must be ready to hang.  Art will be exhibited on Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26.  Cash prizes will be awarded.  Entry forms available on web site; at LEDC office, 201 North Main; at City Hall, 104 South Main; or contact Judy Lanier, 903.756.7021 or JCL0003@aol.com for information.  All works must be picked up between 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 26.

8th Annual Cass County Championship Rodeo, 8:00 p.m., Cass County Rodeo Arena, Hwy 8 North.   Sanctioned professional rodeo.  A portion of proceeds supports Cass County 4H and scholarships.  Paid adult admission.  Contact Joe Pat Early, 903.756.7556.

Food Concessions and Vendors—from 5 p.m. until everyone goes home.

Saturday, April 26

Crafts Booths--8:30 a.m. ‘til closing--On the Square.  A variety of artisans and craftspeople displaying and selling their wares including jewelry, herbs and other plants, woodworking, candles, western art, and much, much more.  $20 fee for booth space.  Visit the web site, www.lindenwildflowertrails.com, to download an entry form, pick up a form at the LEDC office or City Hall, or contact Mary Dowd, 903.756.3388 or marydowd601@msn.com.

Food Fest--8:30 a.m. ‘til closing--On the Square.  Something for everyone.  Taste treats from professional vendors including fried pies, funnel cakes, nachos, drinks, and much more PLUS locally made homemade goodies of all kinds.  Download entry forms at web site www.lindenwildflowertrails.com, pick up a form at the LEDC office or City Hall, or contact   Mary Dowd, 903.756.3388 or marydowd601@msn.com .  

5K Race (3.1 miles)--Race begins at 8:30 a.m. Begins and ends on the square.  Registration, 7:30 -8:15 a.m. (day of race), or you may pre-register by going to: http://www.lindenwildflowertrails.com, click on the 5K Run link, and download a form. Entry fee: $15.00 until April 22, then $20.00.  All entrants receive one free T-shirt. Age groups:

Men--14 and under; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-99; Women--14 and under; 15-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60-69; 70-99.  Contact Susan Whatley at susanwhatley@nixlawfirm.com for more information.

Children’s Activities--Rides and activities to excite children of all ages.  Contact Gina Broussard, 903.756.8511 or gfbrous71@aol.com.

Flower Show Winners and Wildflowers Display and Information--9:00 a.m.-4 p.m. at Linden City Hall, west side of the square.  See breathtaking wildflowers, learn more about this priceless environmental treasure, and enjoy Linden Garden Club show winners.  Contact Pearlee Wells, 903.756.7562 or Pearlee.Wells@txnacd.net.

Lion’s Club Cake Walk--9:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. or until cakes are gone.  On the Square, south side.  A fun-filled old fashioned cake walk for memorable homemade cakes.  Proceeds benefit the Elmer Bowden Scholarship Fund.  Contact Paul Ellinger, 903.756.7371.

Homemade Ice Cream on Music City Plaza--9:00 a.m until it’s all gone.  Linden Area Chamber of Commerce - Contact Rebecca Narramore, 903.796.3003.

Horseshoe Tournament--10:00 a.m.  Located on lot behind Reeder-Davis-Schindler Funeral Home.  Sign up at 9:30   Singles & doubles, ages 14 & older.  Contact Lacy Wadkins, 903.756.7962.

Linden Volunteer Fire Department-- Hamburgers and hodogs fundraiser -  Contact Robert Luzio, 903.756.7502 or chiefrluzio@aol.com for further information.

Live Music on the Square throughout the day--Local and regional talent performing.  Visit the web site to see a schedule of performances.  Contact Erin Wells, 903.756.3661  or Erinwells23@aol.com.

Classic Car and Mustang Exhibit - First Baptist Church parking lot following the parade; features area classic cars and Mustangs from the Four States Mustang Club - Contact Rodney Love, 903-756-7264 or snakemon@aol.com for more information

Wildflower Trails Parade--2:00 p.m.  Downtown Linden featuring a surprise grand marshal. Bands, floats, military personnel, local dignitaries, bikes, autos, equestrian units, motorcycles, and more.  Visit the web site for entry form, pick up a form at the LEDC office, or contact Janet McDaniel, 903.846.9960 or jmcdaniel@lkcisd.net for more information.

Sunday, April 27

Wildflower Sunday

Spend the day meandering along the highways and byways between Linden, Hughes Springs, and Avinger to view a dazzling array of some of the finest wildflowers in the state.

Highway 11 between Linden and Hughes Springs, Hwy 155 between Linden and Avinger, and Hwy 49 between Avinger and Hughes Springs plus intersecting farm-to-market roads, county roads, Hwy 8 N, and FM 1841 offer breathtaking vistas of the best nature has to offer.

Saturday, May 3

First Saturday of the Month Show with the live music and comedy of gold record artist Richard Bowden with Moon & the Starz featuring special guests Dave Waldon and The Victims.  Music City Texas Theater--1 mile west of the square on Hwy 11, then right on Legion St.  Tickets $15.  Showtime 8:00 p.m.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m.  Homemade chicken and dumplings and BBQ sandwiches available.  Call 903.756.9934 for tickets.  Visit www.musiccitytexas.org for more information.