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Community Calendar
AUG. 7
BLOODDRIVE
ELGIN – Blood Drive at the Elgin Recreation Center, 361 Texas 95, from noon to 6 p.m. Walk-ins arewelcome.
AUG. 9
TREASUREISLAND
BASTROP – The stunning tale of piracy on the tropical seas kicks off its stay at the Bastrop Opera House Aug. 9. The story of Jim Hawkins and the infamous Long John Silver is a complex study of good and evil, staying on Bastrop’s award-winning stage through Aug. 25. Tickets available at https://bastropoperahouse. org.
AUG. 17
GENEALOGYSEMINAR
SMITHVILLE – The Daughters of the American Revolution Lost Pines Chapter in Smithville will be hosting its Genealogy Seminar Aug. 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the First National Bank, 312MainSt.Thenon-profit organization has groups across the globe and focuses on the preservation of history, promotion of patriotismandencouragement of literacy. Pre-registration is encouraged with a $35 check payable to Lost Pines Chapter NSDAR sent to Faye Cobb at 1405 Main St. Bastrop, TX 78602. Payments cover lectures, handouts and lunch.
