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COMMUNITY CALENDAR
JUNE 26–28 WESTERN DAYS
ELGIN — Elgin’s homecoming celebration returns June26–28forits56thyear with three days of reunions, entertainment and community fun. ShadowGlen Golf Course will host the annual golftournamentThursdayat 9 a.m., followed by the Family Foam Hoe Down at Elgin Memorial Park from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday will see goat roping at Julius Marek Arena, beginning at 7 p.m., and a full day of events kicks off with the Wrangler Roundup parade Saturday at 10 a.m.
JUNE 27-29 SISTER ACT
BASTROP—Thefeel-good musical “Sister Act” hits the stage at the historic Bastrop Opera House from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Follow disco diva Deloris Van Cartier as she brings new life to a convent— and finds sisterhood along the way. Directed by Kelsey Layton. For tickets and showtimes, visit bastropoperahouse. org.
JUNE 28
1950S ALUMNI REUNION ELGIN — All Elgin graduates and friends from the 1950s are invited to a potluck reunion June 28 at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, following the Western Days parade. Bring a dish and reconnect witholdclassmates for an afternoon of memories and fellowship.
JUNE 28 BIG BANG
BASTROP — Celebrate summer and patriotic spirit at Bastrop’s annual Big Bang celebration June 28 from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at Fisherman’s Park. Enjoy live music, field games, bounce houses, sprinklers and food concessions, all capped off with a 15-minute fireworks show set to music over the Colorado River.
JULY 4
4TH OF JULY AT VFW ELGIN — Celebrate Independence Day with the Elgin community at VFW Post 6115 July 4 from 5 to 10 p.m. Enjoy live music, food, kids’ activities, a silent auction and a fireworks show. The event is free and open to all.
JULY 12
SCIENCE OF TOYS
BASTROP — Discover the science behind classic toys like tops, yo-yos and marbles at this hands-on family event July 12 from noon to 3 p.m.attheBastropMuseum & Visitor Center. Guests can play, explore and create their own whirligigs and helicopters while learning STEM concepts. Free with museum admission and for children 12 and under.
JULY 19
MUSIC IN THE MUSEUM BASTROP — Enjoy a free, family-friendly afternoon concert with the Terry Moore Trio July 19 from noon to 3 p.m. at the Bastrop Museum & Visitor Center. Local favorite Terry Lyne Moore—known for her standout performances at the Bastrop Opera House— will deliver a lively mix of country, pop and more. Donations welcome.
