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Welcome!

Fayetteville welcomes you to stay a day, a week or a lifetime.

Mike Stroup Mayor Fayetteville, Texas

We have about everything you would need. There are three restaurants, one with a wine bar, one with a full bar and one a classic café. There is also a hotel, B&Bs, local artists, galleries, children and adult art pro-

grams, baseball, lake fishing and camping, biking, music and a whole bunch of other events and things to do. Fayetteville’s geographic location in Central Texas is about perfect, situated between Austin, Houston and San Antonio. Whew, when I start thinking about the wonderful things happening in Fayetteville, I get carried away. So, come on by! If we can help, we would be happy to. Safe travels.

Susan Borne President Greater Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce

Informally dubbed “the cutest little town in Texas,” Fayetteville has first-

class lodging, great shopping and art galleries, and restaurants featuring casual, home-cooked meals to elegant, fine dining. Visitors can also enjoy a visit to a microbrewery/ meadery, winery, and a whiskey distillery, all within a ten-mile radius of our town square. Enjoy your visit to Fayetteville, and we hope you’ll come back again soon.

4 - HISTORY OF FAYETTEVILLE 6 - AREA ATTRACTIONS 9 - CYCLING IN FAYETTEVILLE 14 - LOCAL HOT SPOT: WINE BAR 18 - THE ARTS: RED & WHITE GALLERY 20 - HISTORIC LODGING: ROLINE'S 24 - CALENDAR OF EVENTS FAYETTEVILLE, TEXAS

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Emily Henderson Reporter/Photographer

x Welcome to Fayetteville! One visit to our beautiful town square, and you’ll be hooked. People visit Fayetteville for its visual and musical culture, water sports and fishing, Czech heritage, variety of antiques, or just to enjoy the wonderful, historic architecture seen around town. There is something here for everyone.

Michelle Banse Stokes Partner/Publisher

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25 - MUSIC VENUES 28 - GET OUTSIDE: LAKE FAYETTE 30 - THE BEST OF FAYETTEVILLE 33 - LOCAL SPOTLIGHT: CLOVIS HEIMSATH 36 - CITY INFORMATION 37 - CHURCH LISTINGS 38 - MEET THE NEIGHBORS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome to Fayetteville! We are a small town, and we are proud of our history, our fantastic schools, and our wonderful citizens. We hope that you can stop in for awhile and breathe in a bit of the quiet life.

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MUSIC HISTORY OF FAYETTEVILLE

Polka into the Past

A LOOK AT THE ROLE FAYETTEVILLE PLAYED IN THE MUSICAL FABRIC OF TEXAS The Fayetteville area is an integral thread in the musical fabric of Texas. In the late 1800s, the Baca family, Czech immigrants, had formed a family band with their 13 children and gave the inspiration to thousands of subsequent musicians with a unique sound called “The Baca Beat”. In the early 1900s, Fayetteville had two bands that played in two to four different locations. The construction of SPJST Lodge #1 Hall in 1912 consolidated the music venues into a hub of events, all with music attached to them. In 1932, the city built the bandstand that still stands and a celebration was held with the Baca Band. By the 1940s, the descendants of the original Baca Band had split into five to seven different bands, some kept the original Baca Beat, while others moved into the modern jazz and swing sounds and others played them both.

Prior to the War, big band, jazz, or “modern” as it was called, was all the rage with the younger folks, it was played by most orchestras of the area. The emergence of country music, and rockabilly, in the post-war era, didn’t make much of a dent in the polka and waltz climate around Fayetteville. There was a group called the Universal Sound and later the Variations that played country music. Many of the ethnic bands were working “country” songs like Mathilda (swamp pop) and Ring of Fire (nice polka) into their set lists. Into the 2000s, an oasis of live music existed on the square in the form of Baca’s Confectionary, where local musicians, like Gil Baca, Edward Baca, and Alvin Minarcik jammed with other old school polka and waltz musicians from Central Texas that usually culminated in a late-night parade around the square to the sound of When the Saints Go Marching In.

Up through the 1990s, Fayetteville remained a largely German and Czech community who loved the music of their heritage. This love generated many musicians that were mentored by family, self-taught, and/or attended the Fayetteville school system. The musicians evolved into legendary groups as The Happy Cousins, The Lee Roy Matocha Orchestra, and The Central Texas Sounds. These and other bands toured from Houston to Victoria to San Antonio spreading the happy sound that is polka. The quantity of musicians born in the area, who migrated to Houston after WWII and performed in bands is endless. After retirement many returned home and refueled the local music scene.

In 2008, acoustic string music began being heard monthly on the courthouse grounds and still continues today. Over the years Chamber Music has been occasionally performed in the Zapp Hotel which reflects the change of culture in this community where Czech and German were once the prevalent languages spoken and lively polkas for happy people filled the air.

Submitted by Gary E. McKee, Fayette County homeboy, Vice Chair of the Fayette County Historical Commission, Editor/ Photojournalist for the Texas Polka News/Polkabeat.com and Texas Dance Hall Historian.

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AREA ATTRACTIONS

SIGHTS AND SOUNDS

Explore the Best of Fayetteville YONDER WAY FARM Growing from a simple desire to find a healthier way of life for their growing family, Jason and Lynsey Kramer left big city life in 2006, moving to the country to start Yonder Way Farm. By being good stewards of the land and raising animals free of confinement in a natural environment, the Kramers put a plan in place to re-establish the almost-lost art of grass farming as a way to simplify their life. The Kramers are a full-time farming family who proudly grazes grass-fed beef, pastured pork and free-range chickens and eggs with a passion for providing sustainable and healthful meat, honoring each and every animal that they raise, mimicking nature as best as they can, and maintaining transparency within the farming community. 1055 SOUTH FM 1291 ARTS FOR RURAL TEXAS A non-profit organization founded on the belief that children living in rural communities must have visual and performing arts experiences as part of their basic education to develop skills such as creativity, confidence, problem-solving, and accountability - traits that lead to success in work and life. With free classes during the school year and fee-based camps in the summer, children are exposed to a wide variety of mediums. 6

Top, Yonder Way Farm; bottom, Arts for Rural Texas.

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ARTS also brings fine arts to the schools with professional performances and workshops. Artwalk is held annually to benefit the projects and programs for children by Arts for Rural Texas. 114 NORTH LIVE OAK FAYETTEVILLE COMMUNITY CENTER The Fayetteville Community Center will be home to the Fayetteville Chamber Music Festival as well as a venue available for Arts for Rural Texas, Fayetteville High School, local churches and civic groups. The final design will have theater seating, a multi-use stage, community rooms, smaller rehearsal rooms, and a full catering kitchen. Gallery space may be a part of the plan. There will be many opportunities for this new Center to serve the broader Fayetteville populace, with a wide range of possible uses from senior activities to family functions, from programs for children to adult meetings and presentations. We are actively seeking our community’s input and advice. 202 WEST MAIN STREET FAYETTE COUNTY PRECINCT NO. 2 COURTHOUSE Fayetteville citizens raised $600.00 in private funds, received $200 in tax money from the county commissioners’ court, and built this Victorian Precinct Courthouse in 1880. A ball held in the new building netted funds for painting. The 2-cell calaboose upstairs was completed in 1887. A ladies’ club donated the clock in 1934. In early Texas, Precinct Courthouses were very rare. Recorded Texas Historic Landmark - 1977 DOWNTOWN SPJST HALL In 1897, the SPJST Supreme Lodge formed in La Grange with 25 lodges. Lodge No. 1 in Fayetteville voted to purchase land. In October 1910, construction of a hall and two ancillary buildings was complete. The vernacular-style dance hall is clad with white board and batten siding with a gable roof. 507 EAST MAIN Continued on page 8. FAYETTEVILLE, TEXAS

Starting at top, Fayetteville Community Center; Fayetteville's Historic Courthouse, SPJST Hall.

AREA ATTRACTIONS FAYETTEVILLE BASEBALL ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The Fayetteville Baseball Alumni Association is a 501c3 non-profit organization founded by Josh Vitek, Daniel Schley and Mark Schmitt in the spring of 2021 when they took over the SPJST Baseball Field. The FBAA keeps the field operational and is responsible for the maintenance of the field and the facilities. The infield has been upgraded with artificial turf. By doing this, it opens up numerous opportunities to not only hold the Fayetteville High School home games, but also high school playoff games, select tournaments for various ages, little league games and softball games. The community and kids will benefit greatly. For more information, contact Josh Vitek at 979-966-7331. SPJST BASEBALL FIELD IS LOCATED AT 407 EAST MAIN

Starting at top, SPJST Hall; SPJST Baseball Field.

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CYCLING in Fayetteville

FAYETTEVILLE, TEXAS BIKE RIDES

Good Old Summertime Classic bike riders roll through downtown Fayetteville.

Good Old Summertime Classic & Rock 'n Road 100 BY MICHELLE BANSE STOKES PHOTOGRAPHY BY MYNETTE RANDALL AND EMIL KNODELL

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ROCK 'N ROAD 100 Some cyclists enjoy the rolling hills of Fayetteville’s countryside, pedaling past fields of grazing cattle, regal live oaks, and historic homes. Then there are cyclists that want to take a more adventurous approach, choosing gravel routes with water crossings and craggy challenges. The Rock ‘n Road 100 cycling challenge ticks both those boxes with their oneof-a-kind event that gives riders a choice between an epic gravel route or an amazing road ride that start and finish in downtown Fayetteville.

Mynette herself has taken on the adventure and served as the ride director.

“It was an easy decision to go to the town of Fayetteville when we were looking to put on a bike ride,” said Mynette Randall, one of the organizers of the Rock ‘n Road 100. “This town has such a life about it and a lot of people from the city don’t know how good the area is for both road and gravel riding.”

In thanks to Fayetteville, Rock ‘n Road 100 was able to give back to the community that hosted their inaugural challenge and recognize they couldn’t do it without them.

The idea was a huge success from the very beginning, drawing cyclists out of metropolitan areas for a unique, country experience. “In 2021 we had over 400 riders,” added Mynette. “We had a pre-ride dinner at the Wine Bar at the Grand Fayette Hotel. Everyone started the challenge on the town square with gravel riders turning one way and road riders turning another. We finished up all together again with a barbecue celebration on the grass in front of the old courthouse.”

“I’ve ridden all the routes and they are stunning,” shared Mynette. “I helped lay out the routes with partner Branden Luthye and former Bike Barn owner, Neil Bremmer. Fayetteville is a gem with incredible scenery. You can get outside of the city of Houston or Austin but it’s still not that far. The gravel routes we have are 90% gravel with challenges that are technical, fun and includes two river crossings.”

“We raised $6,000 in 2021,” added Mynette. “We donated it to the new Fayetteville Community Center on the square. Mayor Mike Stroup was key in making this ride a success and we wouldn’t have been able to do it without him. The Fayette County Sheriff 's Department was also extremely helpful at crossings and around the route. There was a great effort from a lot of different people and we couldn’t do it without all of them.” The event is held in November. Learn more about the event at www.rocknroad100.com.

Rock n' Road 100 cyclists happily make their way through a water obstacle.

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GOOD OLD SUMMERTIME CLASSIC Fayetteville has earned a reputation as the Best Little Bicycle Town in Texas. The surrounding scenic hills afford cyclists a serene cycling trip that's second to none. Cyclists will find that there’s hands down no better way to experience the countryside of Fayetteville than to plan on being a part of the Good Old Summertime Classic, a signature event hosted by the Fayetteville Cycling Club. It is open to all levels and ages. “This is our 25th year,” said Yvonne McCowen, one of the organizers of the event. “The ride starts on the Fayetteville square and offers different routes with varying distances from ten miles to 60 miles. Last year we had three different routes and a cyclist could do one or complete all three of them. On the evening before the ride, we have events and a social downtown in the old fire station. After the ride on Sunday, we meet back up at St. John's Pavillion for a barbecue lunch.” The Good Old Summertime Classic takes cyclists through loops and hills, showcasing all the best the area has to offer. “Depending on which loop you take, there’s different sights to see,” added Yvonne. “There’s one loop with Longhorn cattle and they’re very photogenic. It’s quiet out here and there’s hardly any traffic. It’s a peaceful, nice place to ride.” It’s important to the group to not only spend their dollars in Fayette County, but also give back all of their proceeds every year to benefit a great cause. “It was in our very beginning that someone suggested we give to the school,” added Yvonne. “Everyone was excited about that and we give 100% of the proceeds every year to the Fayetteville Independent School District. Last year we were able to donate $12,400. The donation is used by the Education Foundation at the school and the Athletic Department.” The Good Old Summertime Classic is held the first Sunday in June. A new event for 2022 will be a gravel ride for cyclists, giving them the option to choose either pavement or an off-road adventure. More information is available at www.fayettevillecycling.com. Top, one of many cool bikes takes a rest at the Good Old Summertime Classic; middle and bottom, riders at the Rock 'n Road 100.

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LOCAL HOT SPOT

Cheers to Fayetteville The Wine Bar at the Grand Fayette Hotel offers an experience that is second to none. Top right, Chefs George and Kathy Valtasaros.

BY MICHELLE BANSE STOKES PHOTOGRAPHY BY EMILY HENDERSON

To stand out from the crowd, it’s necessary to go above and beyond the routine. The Wine Bar at the Grand Fayette Hotel offers a refined experience that you wouldn’t expect to find in a small, Texas town with a population of around 250. Chefs George and Kathy Valtasaros preside over their combination wine bar and full-service restaurant, nestled inside the historic Zapp Building in downtown Fayetteville. Together they create an atmosphere with a real sense of joy, where you’re guaranteed an incredible experience along with an incredible glass of wine. “We have a level of quality and luxury that no one else has in the area,” said Chef Geroge. “We treat every customer as a VIP and want everyone that comes in to feel like it is a special place to enjoy the food and ambiance, along with our outstanding service.”

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A popular treat at the Wine Bar is Sunday Brunch. It is served table d’hôte, meaning made-to-order selections are served at your table for one price.

We have a level of quality and luxury that no one else has in the area.

When you visit the Wine Bar, you’ll discover that Chef George brings a deep history rooted in wine, food and family to your table. “My wife’s sister owns a home in Napa and I grew up in Greece,” shared Chef George. “Kathy grew up in both California and Florida. Those two coasts gave her a knowledge of wine from California and freshness of food from Florida. My parents met in Chicago and opened a little hot dog stand, so I grew up in the food service industry. Later, I was a food and beverage director and trained under multiple chefs.

“It isn’t a buffet,” said Chef George. “Everything is made fresh and brought to your table. The selections are all traditional and everything is what I would eat if I were feeding myself.” With eyes always towards the future, Chefs George and Kathy have a few exciting changes planned while staying true to what has made the Wine Bar a sparkling success. “We want to expand our wine list,” added Chef George. “We’re also looking at new plates for the menu but haven’t narrowed it down just yet. We want to keep everything fresh and exciting for our customers. They have been very supportive of the Wine Bar and are honestly more family than just customers.” The Wine Bar at the Grand Fayette Hotel is located at 201 West Fayette Street and online at www.winebaratthegrand.com.

“Wine was always a part of our dinner and, at first, we opened the Wine Bar with small plates to share. People kept asking when we were going to add real food to the menu, actual meals. We created our Chef ’s Table, bringing upscale, h igh-quality food to the area in addition to the finest wines.”

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THE ARTS IN FAYETTEVILLE

Red & White Gallery

Red & White Gallery enters 10th year of bringing Texas art legends to Fayetteville. BY JERRY HERRING PHOTOGRAPHY BY EMILY HENDERSON

Joan and I hadn’t lived in the area long when the iconic Red & White Building on Fayetteville’s historic square came on the real estate market. It was a single-family residence at the time, and Joan went to see the property as a possible bed & breakfast inn. She called me not long after arriving at the property. “Get in here right now. We are buying this place,” she said, hopefully out of hearing range of the realtor. Joan’s vision for the building, two buildings actually, expanded to include an art gallery on the first floor with a four-room inn on the second floor. Joan was in the art consulting business in Houston before we moved to Fayette County, so operating a small gallery was well within her range of skills. What we hadn’t decided was which artists we would exhibit. Several months before we were finished with the remodeling work on the old building, Joan and I were on a car trip when we came through Rockport, Texas. We called our long-time friend Jesús Moroles, one of the great sculptors of our time, who lived in Rockport. We were surprised he 18

Top, Joan and Jerry Herring of the Red & White; bottom, Red & White Inn.

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answered (he was always on the road a lot). We met for supper, and during the conversation Joan mentioned we had purchased the oldest commercial structure in Fayette County and would be opening an art gallery on the first floor. “Why don’t you come and be our first show?” Joan asked Jesús. “Sure,” he replied. Just like that. Having Moroles for our first show opened eyes across Texas, and in the years since we have attracted many luminaries in the arts to the gallery such as William Anzalone, Laura Wilson, Mary Quiros, Pat Johnson, the Charles Schorre estate, the Jack Unruh estate, Mark Kohler, Sally Maxwell, Arthur Meyerson, Linda Tibolla and Jerry Jeanmard. Our tenth year saw a retrospective Clovis Heimsath’s work, a local legend in the art scene. It was a unique show in that not a piece was for sale, but rather a celebration of the man and his art. There have been other one-of-a-kind shows as well such as the “Fayetteville Lady Glass Artists”, a show by six young Fayetteville high school girls creating world-class stained glass works, or the “Art + Craft” show featuring 12 artists making usable pieces for the home. But maybe the most interesting show in the last ten years, at least from a crowd perspective, was the “Laura Wilson’s West” photographic show. Laura is a fantastic Dallas photographer whose work has pictured the people from Texas to Montana. She worked with the legendary photographer Richard Avedon on his exhibit “In the American West”. And she is famous for having two very famous acting sons, Luke and Owen Wilson. So, when we held her show at the beginning of 2014, a rumor may have been circulated that her high-profile sons would come to the gallery. They didn’t, but so many people did come that we had a line out the door to get into the gallery. The show was an artistic and financial success, and the local reputation of the Red & White began to grow. With such great artists over the years, the Red & White Gallery has established itself as the place to see fine Texas art in Fayette County. And as a bonus, the four rooms that Joan had originally conceived for the second floor of the building have been well received and often booked. They too exhibit original Texas art. Visit online at www.redandwhitegallery.com (gallery) and www. blackbirdfarmtexas.com (lodging). FAYETTEVILLE, TEXAS

HISTORIC LODGING

Beth’s deep-rooted ties to Fayetteville.

Small Town Charm Roline's proves to be more than just a bed and breakfast. BY MICHELLE BANSE STOKES PHOTOGRAPHY BY EMILY HENDERSON

More than just a bed and breakfast, guests experience true Texan hospitality when they stay at Roline’s. Allen and Lori Beth Jurecka provide service with a personal touch, along with unique perks like home-cooked meals, historic architecture, helpful local recommendations and one-of-a-kind rooms that are only a short stroll away from downtown Fayetteville. The history of the home is rich and the Jureckas are still in the process of discovering all of the nuances of its past. The house is assumed to have been built in 1895. J. R. Kubena, an influential community and state leader, lived there with his family for almost 20 years. Over the years, the house was home to several other families, withstood major renovations, and received a grand interior design. Purchasing the home in 2020 was an easy choice for the Jurecka family due to Allen and Lori 20

“Although my home was in Sealy, my second home was here in Fayetteville,” shared Allen. “My brother and I spent a lot of time growing up at my grandparents' house, Lad and Olga Jurecka. They were my rock and inspiration. My grandparents were ranchers with a working dairy and I helped them a lot. After Lori Beth and I were married, we came here often with our three boys and they enjoyed it, too. Fayetteville has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. God led us here.” “Our boys loved it here and always wanted to come back to Fayetteville,” added Lori Beth. “We wanted this home for our family and we have also opened it up as a guest house so that we can share it with others. It's all about the hospitality and sharing what God gave us. This is our new chapter.” Picking a name for their new house was also easy and, like their other choices, tied to family and their roots.

Top right, Allen and Lori Beth Jurecka of Roline's.

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“We knew when we bought this home it was going to be a legacy,” said Lori Beth. “I wanted to call it Legacy at one time but we quickly decided on Roline’s, after my grandmother. A remarkable woman and grandmother, Roline Kelm was very special. For Roline, life was about the home. She served her family as cook, gardener, dairy woman, and seamstress. I was her only granddaughter and I wanted to honor her.” Welcoming guests into their home has come naturally for the Jureckas while discovering unique features both within the home and in themselves.

Left, a photo of Lori Beth Jurecka's grandmother, Roline "Tudie" Helm Kelm, sits next to Roline's recipe book and China. Roline's was named in honor of her.

“Allen loves to cook,” shared Lori Beth. “If we’re invited, we sit down with the guests. It is all about service and hospitality for us both and sharing this beautiful house. God said, 'Here is this home, take care of it.' I really feel that way.” “It's been truly a blessing to have people come in and stay with us,” added Allen. Roline’s is located at 209 West Market Street. View their advertisement on page five of this publication.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FEBRUARY

AUGUST

>Fayetteville Brethren Church taco breakfast second Saturday >St. Paul's Lutheran Church pancake supper Fat Tuesday

>St. Mary's Catholic Church Feast - last Sunday

MARCH >Fayetteville Courthouse Antiques Show - page 25 >Fayetteville Antiques Off the Square - page 25 >Original Round Top Antiques Fair APRIL >Lions Classic Car Show - page 25 >St. Paul's Lutheran Church Spring Chicken Dinner - fourth Saturday MAY >ARTS for Rural Texas ArtWalk on the Square - first weekend - page 6 >Fireman’s Feast - first Saturday JUNE >Good Old Summertime Classic Bike Ride - first Sunday >ARTS for Rural Texas Art Camp - page 6 JULY >City Wide Garage Sale - second Saturday >ARTS for Rural Texas Art Camp - page 6

SEPTEMBER >St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Feast Sunday before Labor Day OCTOBER >Lickskillet Days - third weekend >Fayetteville Courthouse Antiques Show - page 25 >Fayetteville Antiques Off the Square - SPJST Hall >Original Round Top Antiques Fair NOVEMBER >City of Fayetteville Turkey & Dressing Dinner - first Thursday >ARTS for Rural Texas Harvestfest Gala – first Saturday >Fayetteville Rock n’ Road 100 – second Saturday page 9 >St. Paul's Lutheran Church Fall Turkey Stew second Saturday DECEMBER >Annual Homes Tour – second Saturday >Country Christmas and Lighted Parade - second Saturday - downtown - page 25 >City of Fayetteville Christmas Trees at the Old Fire Station - page 25

At one time, Fayetteville was named LICKSKILLET because, as rumor has it, people showing up late to community festivals complained that all the food was gone and were told to “lick the skillet.” So, don’t be late! Held every October around the Fayetteville Square, this family-friendly festival offers a little something for everyone and includes children’s activities, ice-cold drinks, food, baked goods, arts and crafts, silly contests, both an onsite and online auction, and fun raffles. There’s even a Fun Run Walk and challenging 5K. The SPJST Hall hosts their barbecue and bean cook-off, there’s a competitive horseshoe tournament, and always fun live music. Vendors around the square offer their wares. Cowboys boots are the suggested attire at the ever-popular street dance that lasts until midnight. Sunday features the Lickskillet Days Parade featuring unique floats, trail-riders, antique cars, and local charm that ends with a fried chicken dinner for all. Plan to stay for the entire weekend of funfilled events and experience the small town of Fayetteville - the way Texas used to be. For more information, visit www.fayettevilletxchamber.org. Photo courtesy Emil Knodell.

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THE FAYETTEVILLE CHRISTMAS TREE DISPLAY is free and open to the public beginning the first Friday in December through Christmas Eve from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and by appointment. The contest entries are open to both individuals and businesses with awards given in each category. The event is hosted by Janice Wasut and Debra Glaze in the Old Fire Station on the Historic Fayetteville Square. Santa and Mrs Claus visit on Fridays and Saturdays. COUNTRY CHRISTMAS ON THE SQUARE in December is a weekend full of all of the joys the season has to offer. A pet parade, the ever-popular Hot Chocolate Family Fun Run, arts and crafts, kids’ activities, music, a home-decorating contest, and fine fare all come together to ring in the holiday spirit Fayetteville-style. Horse drawn carriage rides are available for touring all of the beautiful Christmas tree lights in Fayetteville. For more information, visit greaterfayettevillechamber.org. The Fayetteville Lion’s Club hosts the FAYETTEVILLE CLASSIC CAR SHOW annually in downtown Fayetteville. The mission of the Lions Club is Service and giving back to the community is what the car show is all about. The show donates to the scholarship fund for Fayetteville Independent School District. Hosted by the Lions Club, the show is open to antiques, classics, hot rods and trucks and typically sees over 100 entries. The show takes place annually in April on the historic downtown square in Fayetteville. Email John Dennis at jhd1255@aol.com for more information or visit their website, fayetteclassiccarshow.com. ANTIQUES OFF THE SQUARE (The Fayetteville Antiques Show) happens each Spring, Fall and Winter as part of Round Top Antiques Week. A Fayetteville tradition for two decades, the show is a favorite of designers, decorators and dealers alike. Carefully curated by friendly dealers the show presents a wonderful mix of American antiques, primitives and other treasures. SPJST Hall, 507 E. Main St., Fayetteville, Texas 78940. Free admission and free parking is available. There is a live auction on the last day of Spring Show. Shoppers can also visit COURTHOUSE ANTIQUE SHOW vendors around the courthouse square in downtown Fayetteville.

Music Venues BACA’S 159 JUNCTION 3024 East State Highway 159 979-249-5523 BLUE MULE WINERY 8127 N FM 1291 | 713-226-9344

ROHAN MEADERY 6002 FM 2981, La Grange 979-249-5652 Live music only on weekends.

Live music during Round Top Antique Shows only: THE COMPOUND 2550 Highway 237, Round Top 979-551-5916 THE ARBORS 1503 Highway 237, Round Top 281-388-1075 FAYETTEVILLE, TEXAS

ZAPP HALL 4217 Highway 237, Warrenton | 713-824-1157 THE STONE CELLAR & ROUND TOP DANCE HALL 550 North Washington Street, Round Top 979-249-3390

Starting at top, Christmas Tree Decorating Contest; Country Christmas on the Square; Lions Club Classic Car Show; Antiques Off the Square. Second and fourth photos courtesy Emil Knodell.

Insuring and Enriching Lives SPJST celebrates 125 years of fraternalism in 2022 Organized in 1897 by Texans of Czech ancestry, SPJST’s mission statement is simple: “Insuring and Enriching Lives.”

SPJST is built upon the idea of addressing human needs—financial, social, and cultural. With assets of approximately $248 million and more than $1 billion of life insurance in force, SPJST continues to fulfill its financial obligations to its members and keep pace with the life insurance industry.

In 2022, there are approximately 38,000 members in 100 lodges throughout Texas. If you aren’t a member, now is your opportunity to join!

For more information, please call SPJST’s first home office was located in Fay800.727.7578 or visit SPJST online at spjst.org. etteville. The central figure in administering the affairs of the Society, Secretary J.R. Kubena, operated his business just off the main square. Until Locally and across the state, generations of SPJST his death in 1938, Kubena administered SPJST’s members have worked diligently to establish business out of a single room in his general store. SPJST’s reputation as a proactive fraternal organization, sponsoring and supporting a wide A civic leader with a keen sense of obligation, J.R. range of community services and family-oriented activities. Each year, SPJST members devote more Kubena served as a member of the Texas House of Representatives and as mayor of Fayetteville. than 50,000 service hours to communities and In 2018, SPJST, which has been based in Temple contribute approximately $250,000 to deserving since 1953, renamed SPJST’s picturesque 182-acre service organizations. Additionally, SPJST offers camp in northern Fayette County “Camp Kubena” member benefits, including a money-saving disto honor the pioneering spirit of J.R. Kubena. count program, travel insurance, and scholarship opportunities.

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Lake Fayette & Oak Thicket Park The 87-acre Oak Thicket Park is connected to Lake Fayette, a 2,000-acre lake that is regarded as a fisherman’s dream. It is considered to be one of the best bass fishing lakes in Texas. The day use area is a popular destination, and offers opportunities for fishing, boating, picnicking, biking, hiking, and birding, making these parks the ultimate family getaway! Walking trails connect Oak Thicket Park and Prairie Park, allowing visitors the chance to get out and explore nature through the woods, prairies, and marshlands. The park is covered in live oak trees, which provide shade during the Texas summers and stay green year-round. The campground includes 20 wooded RV sites which include 30/50 amp electric, water, a paved RV pad, picnic table, and fire ring/grill combo. Both tent and RV camping are permitted. Oak Thicket Park also has a dump station and pump-out service. In addition to the regular campsites, Oak Thicket Park also provides six screened shelters with two bunk beds which sleep up to four persons. Each shelter has electricity, a ceiling fan, outside electric and water spigot, a picnic table, and fire ring/grill combo. Restroom and shower facilities are available for shelter guests. Managers Tim and Alice Price stand ready to welcome guests to the park and are excited to meet new friends. “We’ve always loved to camp,” shared Alice. “This gives us a chance to meet a lot of great people. It’s very rewarding when people stop by the gatehouse to tell us what a tremendous park we have.” 28

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Oak Thicket Park has waterfront cabins with varying options for larger families. The park is pet friendly, however the cabins have a no pets policy. • Four efficiency cabins (101, 102, 103, 104) that sleep four. These have a large bathroom, small refrigerator, microwave and coffee pot. • Two bunkhouse cabins (106 & 108) that sleep up to eight. These have a full kitchen with cooktop, full size refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, and large bath. • Two two-bedroom cabins (109 & 110) that sleep four. These have a full kitchen with cooktop, full size refrigerator, microwave, coffee pot, and large bath. The large outdoor pavilion has multiple picnic tables and grills, electricity, and can seat up to 60 people. Lake Fayette Oak Thicket Park is located at 4819 W. State Hwy 159 and online at camprrm.com/parks/texas/lcra/oak-thicket-park.

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From antiqes to art, you'll find what you're looking for in Fayetteville. Country Glam Antiques & Treasures 115 West Fayette Street 979-378-2719 Country Peddler Antiques 2844 State Highway 159 979-249-5361 Dybala’s 106 North Live Oak Street 979-702-0709 Fayetteville Store 401 East Main Street 979-378-2237 Fayetteville Vintage Gallery 202 North Live Oak Street 714-272-8867 Hruska’s 109 West Highway 71, Ellinger 979-378-2333

Lucky Girl Vintage 124 North Live Oak Street (Inside the Vintage Rose Market) 713-504-7256 Petals ‘N Lace Floral & Gift Shop 107 North Washington Street (on the historic Fayetteville Square) 979-378-2229 Pure West – Pure Vintage 107 North Washington Street 512-321-5472 The Prohibition Liquor Store 114 West Main Street The Spoiled Quilter 405 East Main Street 832-775-3681

The Store at the Grand 201 West Fayette Street 713-818-9766 The Vintage Rose Market 124 North Live Oak Street On the Historic Square in Fayetteville 281-658-2552 Westside Shamrock 306 North Rust Street 979-378-2215 Yesterday’s Past 112 South Live Oak Street 979-378-4273 . Yonder Way Farm 1055 South FM 1291 979-530-4444

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Joe’s Place 120 N. Live Oak St. 979-378-9035

Blue Mule 8127 N FM 1291 713-226-9344

Rohan Meadery & Brewery 6002 FM 2981, La Grange 979-249-5652

Orsak’s Café 121 N. Fayette St. 979-378-2719

Busted Oaks Cellars 6195 Round Top Road, Carmine 281-795-2588

The Prohibition Liquor Store 114 West Main Street

The Wine Bar at the Grand Fayette Hotel 201 W. Fayette St. 979-716-6988

Kooper Family Whiskey 100 West US 290, Ledbetter 979-249-5535

Baca’s 159 Junction 3024 E Hwy 159 979-249-5523

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Rek Hill Distillery 2737 East State Highway 159 512-751-4943

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Fayetteville has the best options for lodging, from a grand hotel to comfy bed and breakfasts. Fayette Country Hills 800 North Rusk Street Fayetteville 979-702-0293 Grand Fayette Hotel 201 West Fayette Street Fayetteville 713-818-9766 Krenek Kabin 309 Franklin Street Fayetteville 979-702-0293 or 979-250-1813 www.AirBnB.com Orsak's Bed & Breakfast 126 North Washington Street Fayetteville 979-702-0293 or 979-250-1813 www.airbnb.com/rooms/43398719

Roline's Guest House 209 West Market Street Fayetteville 979-431-1010 www.rolinestx.com The Swedish Cottage 420 North Rusk Street Fayetteville 979-266-0220 ingrid@theswedishcottagetx.com Wisteria Bend Cottage Airbnb Fayetteville www.wisteriabendcottage.com www.airbnb.com.br/rooms/17325043

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THE VISIONARY AND HIS MUSE HE WAS KNOWN FOR HIS ABILITY TO CREATE, AND she WAS HIS INSPIRATION BY EMILY HENDERSON

Maryann in the loft of the Heimsath home, gazing at Clovis’ memorial card pinned on the window frame amongst family mementos and her husband’s watercolor postcards. FAYETTEVILLE, TEXAS

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT Clovis Heimsath was a man of many talents. During his 90-plus years on this earth, he produced countless works of art in many different forms. He was a well-known architect, completing his studies at Yale. Clovis also painted oil on canvas, as well as watercolors, and wrote articles for architectural magazines where he used his voice to help preserve his passion. He and his wife, Maryann, lived together in New York, Rome and Houston, before settling in Fayetteville so that he could open his own firm. How could they have known their lives would become so much more than a small-town family run business? While one would think living in those big bustling cities would ruin a small town like Fayetteville for a young couple, their case was quite the opposite. Maryann recounted moving to Texas, “I was very anxious to see Texas because I didn't know anything about it at all. And so I said to Clovis, ‘We have to go out. Let's go out and look around.’ So we went out driving, and we would go up and down and go to all these little towns. And every time we passed a pasture with a cow in it, he’d stop the car and I would get out and had to get a look at the cows. I had never been that close to one before! And little did I know that within 10 years we not only would have bought a farm, learned how to farm in the country, have cows, and I would learn how to milk one.” Clovis’ family was from the San Antonio area, and he wanted to put his own stamp on the state. “I think Fayetteville was the opportunity for Clovis to generate his ideas on planning, architecture, and on the concept of community.” Maryann boasted, “He really felt strongly about community.” Leon Hale interviewed Clovis in 1975 for an article in The Houston Post titled “A house that seems strange only at first” and asked what makes a small rural community work as well as it does. Clovis simply replied, “There is one of everything.” By this he meant there is always someone with a skill that’s willing to help, and takes pride in what they have to offer their people. Maryann added, “Everyone is needed.” This was only after a short year of living in Fayetteville, reflecting just how much they valued the community they had become a part of. 34

Top, Maryann basking in the light of a stainedglass window she designed that’s installed in the Heimsath home master bedroom, while noticing a photo of Clovis positioned on the table across the room; bottom, taking in a sketch from one of Clovis’ many books. Her hands are telling the real story here. FAYETTEVILLE, TEXAS

One of the most recent projects Clovis undertook before passing on was painting postcard sized watercolors of animals to donate to local nursing homes. He began this in 2011, eventually turning it into a weekly distribution to four different homes: two in Columbus, and two in La Grange. Maryann and son, John, have since continued this tradition, and the nursing home residents were so excited to begin receiving their deliveries again. “The best story I think is we were wondering if one of the nursing homes had gotten enough; John wondered if we should print more. They said more was not a problem at all, because they use them for prizes for bingo! Oh, that was a great use,” Maryann delighted.

While Clovis has left a legacy of creation for all the world to see, what’s tucked away and intentionally folded into each piece of work is a beautiful love story. It’s clear to see in many of his paintings that Maryann was his muse and he adored their life together. “Oh, we adored each other,” Maryann gushed. “You know, I have seen couples of various intimacies. I don't think anybody I know could have known their husband better than I knew Clovis. And how he knew me. It was our life together. And I’ve said it was a gift, we both have a gift. Not everybody gets that.”

When the funeral home asked for a photo of Clovis for the ceremony last year, Maryann laughed and said, The Heimsath’s contributions to their community and “Well you’re going to have to settle for one with both of beyond can be seen and felt in many more ways than us in it – we were never apart!” The expressions on their one may realize. “He lived a long time,” said Maryann. faces say it all - they lived a life so intricately weaved “And I have to say there was hardly a year that he didn't together that even in death, his joy for life continues on. produce something or a day that he didn't come up with some great idea, either. He was always sketching. He kept these sketchbooks, and he’d always catch bright ideas and put them down.” Maryann agreed that finding those sketchbooks and flipping through them was almost like reading a diary or being inside someone’s innermost thoughts. “It makes me feel like he’s still here … and then of course, he is, right?”

Clovis capturing community: Far right: The local barbershop Middle: Town members leaving a funeral Collection on left: Snapshots of community events

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Paintings of his muse: Top left: Maryann in her happy place – the garden Top right: Walking around on Little Cranberry Island, Maine, where they vacationed together every summer. Bottom left: Clovis capturing an intimate moment of Maryann in her nightgown while she fixed her hair in the loft bedroom of their Fayetteville farmhouse. Bottom right: While resting in bed, Clovis painted Maryann reading in their hotel room in Rome, which was one of their last trips together. 35

CITY INFORMATION IMPORTANT CONTACTS FAYETTE COUNTY FIRE & EMS 202 West Main Street - 911 - (979) 968-8991 Fayette County Sheriff ’s Office 1646 North Jefferson, La Grange (979) 968-5856 POST OFFICE 212 East Main Street - (979) 378-2513 M-F 7:30-11:30 a.m. 1-3 p.m. Sat 7:30-10 a.m. Lobby Always Open SCHOOL - Fayetteville Independent School District 618 Rusk - Phone (979) 378-4242 ELECTRIC - Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative (800) 842-7708 info@bluebonnetelectric.coop To report unplanned power outages call (800) 949-4414 PROPANE Fayetteville Propane Company (979) 378-2213

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202 W. Main Street (979) 378-2559 Open Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 3 p.m., except city holidays www.FayettevilleCityTX.com Water/Wastewater Services Water/Wastewater services are provided by the City of Fayetteville. For information contact the City Secretary, (979) 378-2559. Waste Management/Recycling Information 800 Columbus Lane Open Tuesday 1-5 p.m. - recycling on this day Open Friday noon -5 p.m. Must use Fayette County blue or pink bags. Bags are sold at City Hall in dowtown Fayetteville. In addition, there is a disposal site for trees and limbs only.

NEWSPAPER Fayette County Record (979) 968-3155

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CHURCH LISTINGS

Worship with us! BIG SPRING HILL BAPTIST CHURCH 1944 Roznov Road 979-347-7182 CEDAR OF LEBANON CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST 1946 TX-159 979-378-2990 FAYETTEVILLE BRETHREN CHURCH 1022 Kramr Rd. 979-278-4816 Worship 2nd, 3rd and 4th Saturday, 10am ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CATHOLIC CHURCH 205 East Bell Street 979-378-2277 Worship Saturday 6pm, Sunday 10am FAYETTEVILLE, TEXAS

ST. MARY CATHOLIC CHURCH 815 St. Mary’s Church Road, Ellinger 979-378-2277 Worship Saturday 4pm, Sunday 8am ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH 201 North Rusk St. 979-249-3155 Worship Sunday 10:30am

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MEET THE NEIGHBORS COLUMBUS - Travel a short drive down I-10 and you’ll discover Columbus, a progressive town that holds tight to its unrivaled historic roots. A popular attraction featured on The Texas Bucket List, Columbus’ Santa Claus Museum, is the only Santa museum in the South. With over 3,000 Santas decking its halls, is a Christmas lover’s dream. Columbus’ War Memorial Museum is dedicated to Colorado County’s veterans of all wars and is on the list of Recorded Texas Historic Landmarks. The Alley Log Cabin and Antique Tool Museum has been preserved since the Texas Revolution. This oak cabin houses tools, furnishings and artifacts. The Dilue Rose Harris House Museum is a unique “tabby” style home featuring furnishings and collectibles dating back to the 1850s. Museums are shown by appointment only; 979-7328385. NEW ULM - The Honey Bee Jubilee is a family community event held every May in historical New Ulm. The events is hosted at the New Ulm Fireman’s Park. Our goal is to create a family atmosphere to promote and educate the public about the fabulous honey bees and the nature that surrounds them. Admission is always free. Attendees will find local honey, beekeeping supplies, educational seminars, workshops, live displays, vendor booths, local artisian crafts, kids activities, honey tasting, native plant sales, and more. INDUSTRY - The town of Industry got its name from area non-Germans who referred to the place as where the “industrious” Germans live. Tucked scenically into the rolling rural hills of Northwestern Austin County, Industry is the second oldest town in the county. Filled with friendly people and wide-open vistas, it is a wonderful place to visit - a place to sit back and prop your heels on the porch rail, enjoy the view and talk awhile with friends and neighbors. Top, Columbus' Alley Cabin is one of many historic sites to see; New Ulm is a historic community full of Americana; bottom, Industry is full friendly people and beautiful views. 38

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2001 Waldeck Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946

Enjoy the inviting atmosphere of Camp Kubena!

A summer residential camp that impacts lives through outdoor experience, Camp Kubena doubles as a retreat center for corporate and youth outings, spiritual awakenings, team-building events, family reunions, and more. Situated on 182 picturesque acres in northern Fayette County, Camp Kubena can sleep up to 160 people. Check out www.campkubena.com for more information regarding facilities, activities, and dining. To schedule a tour of Camp Kubena or to discuss your program and pricing, please call Camp Director Rob Clift at 979-249-5674 or by email at rob@campkubena.com

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Home Office: 520 N Main Street, Temple, TX 800-727-7578 • www.spjst.org

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Buildings

Activity Areas

1 Camp Office (Lion’s Den)

5 Pavilion w/ Basketball Court

2 Fire Circle

6 Outdoor Games

3 Sand Volleyball Pit

7 Garage

4 Swimming Pool

8 Dining/Meeting Area (Sternadel Hall)

9 Volleyball

15 High Ropes Course

21 Infirmary

10 Horseshoes

16 Swimming Pond (Plavani Rybnik)

22 Staff Cabin

11 Playground

17 Campfire Area (Taborak)

23 Cabin Circle

12 Tractor Barn

18 Blob Pond (Kapka Rybnik)

24 Low Ropes Course

13 Craft Barn

19 Archery Range

25 Fishing Pond (Rybolov Rybnik)

14 Wagon Barn

20 BB Gun Range