CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
CARTHAGE CONVENTION/VISITORS BUREAU
POCKET GUIDE
FALL IS ONE OF MY FAVORITE times of year here in Panola County. We’ve gotten past the part of summer where it feels like you’re broiling from the sun like a chicken in the oven, and the leaves are starting to change into a kaleidoscope of colors.
There are also a great many things to do here.
The Potlatch Festival is probably our biggest event of the season, and one worth traveling for. This year’s fair will span two days, and offers kids’ activities and carnival rides, good shopping, some fun contest exhibits, a poker run and car show, some fantastic food, and great live performances. We have been hard at work organizing this annual fair –since the day after last year, in fact.
Another one of my favorite traditions is the annual pumpkin patch at First Methodist Church. I can remember visiting as a little kid, as they host storytimes for local elementary students each year. That magical feeling still exists, especially now that I
get to see the behindthe-scenes action of how they put it all together. This event is a fundraiser for the church’s youth activities, so in addition to the fun of picking your pumpkins, you get to support a good cause.
Lastly, and certainly not something to miss, is the juggernaut that is Carthage football. Whether you’re a resident or just traveling though, you have to go to a game at least once in your life. Our Bulldogs embody that Carthage tradition of excellence on and off the field – and on the field, it’s fun to watch them dominate. Remember to bring something to sit on during those colder temperatures, and most importantly don’t forget to wear red.
Finally, I’ll leave you with some leaf-peeping tips. If you have a spare afternoon this fall, try driving down FM 959 in the Beckville area, or around Lake Murvaul or the Martin Creek Lake State Park area.
Sincerely,
MEREDITH SHAMBURGER Editor
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
October
WOMEN OF COURAGE
EAST TEXAS
October 8 | 6-8 P.M.
Carthage Civic Center
1702 S. Adams, Carthage, Texas
OPEN HOUSE
October 8
Carthage Fire Department
321 W. Panola,Carthage, Texas
FESTIVAL IN THE PARK
October 12 | 10 A.M.-6 P.M.
Turner Park
“WHAT THE ALE”
October 12 | 6 P.M.
Merket Tree Farm
785 FM 1794 W, Beckville, Texas
Hosted by Panola County Cancer Coalition
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE
October 19 | 8A.M.-3 P.M.
300 W. Panola
Carthage, Texas
SWEET LUCY FESTIVAL
October 19 | 10 A.M.-5 P.M. Downtown Beckville
Hosted by Sunset Alumni Association
SOUND THE ALARM
October 19
Hosted by American Red Cross
For more information Contact 903691-0355
For Information Contact: Tiffany Adams 903 - 690 - 6860 Pleas Fite 903 - 736 - 6808
HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL
October 26
PUMPKIN GLOW
October 31
First Methodist Church
201 S. Shelby St., Carthage, Texas
TRUNK OR TREAT
October 31 | 4:30-6 P.M.
Panola County Nursing & Rehab
501 Cottage Road, Carthage, Texas
HALLOWEEN ON THE SQUARE
October 31 | 5-7 P.M.
Downtown Square, Carthage, Texas
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
November
PEDAL & RUN
November 2
300 W. Panola,Carthage, Texas
Hosted by Panola County Chamber of Commerce
ANNUAL CHILI COOK OFF
November 8 | 2 P.M.
Panola County Nursing & Rehab
501 Cottage Road, Carthage, Texas
THANKSGIVING AT THE HALL WITH LINDA DAVIS, LANG SCOTT AND GUESTS
November 23 | TBA
Texas Country Music Hall of Fame
310 W. Panola, Carthage, Texas
SHOP LOCAL
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY
November 30
Carthage, Texas
Every $20 spent downtown equals a punch and every full card can be turned in for a chance to win a holiday gift basked stuffed with goodies from our local businesses!
Turn in full cards at partcipating business!
