Schulenburg, Texas 2023 Fall/Winter

Welcome!

The small city of Schulenburg is located in the heart of Texas and considered “Halfway to Everywhere,” literally. It is approximately 100 miles east of San Antonio, 100 miles west of Houston, 60 miles southeast of Austin and 60 miles north of Victoria.

Founded in 1873, the town is rich in German and Czech culture. Plan to stay a few days to experience everything it has to offer. If you have an appetite for some ethnic food, you can have sausage, sauerkraut, schnitzel, bierocks, kolaches, or klobasnikys.

You have an opportunity to delve into the unique local history by visiting the Schulenburg Historical Museum that chronicles the town’s rise from a train stop to the bustling town it is today, the Stanzel Model Aircraft Museum which offers interactive and static exhibits and the Texas Polka Music Museum, where you learn about the music the immigrants brought to the area in the 1800s.

An important question to ask is “Have you Painted yet?” Schulenburg is “The Official Home of the Painted Churches,” the name given to us by the Texas State Legislature in 2005. These six churches were built in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s by immigrants and sit in tiny hamlets in the countryside around Schulenburg. The parishioners wanted to emulate the beautiful cathedrals of their home countries. As a result, the churches are resplendent with stenciling, gold leaf, tromp l’oeil, and stained glass. When you step through their doors you feel as if you have crossed the ocean to the European shores. The Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce offers guided tours of these beauties so that you can learn about the history, the art, and the symbolism in each of them.

Being “Halfway to Everywhere” makes Schulenburg a wonderful place to live. There are retail and manufacturing businesses of all types. The realtors in the area will help you find the home of your dreams. And there is a magnificent Retirement Community that offers all levels of Senior Citizen care should you want to make Schulenburg home for your golden years.

The school systems are outstanding. Schulenburg ISD’s mission is to “Create Shorthorns Forever—Educating and empowering our students for success.” This is accomplished through our Shared Vision where our students are excited and motivated. Our students are expected to demonstrate strong character values and ethics, possess the knowledge and skills to be “future-ready,” to rise to challenges and manage life’s adversity and exhibit pride in their school and in themselves.

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School houses grades PreK3 – 8th Grade. The school’s mission is “We are God’s Presence to the world, developing Excellence through Jesus since 1889.” This is accomplished by combining faith, academic principles and moral values with a commitment to educating the whole child, mind, body and soul.  Building strong connections, social/emotional skills, and a school family is a priority. Being consistent in a curriculum which is vertically aligned, and teaching as Christ did with love while modeling discipleship makes St. Rose of Lima Catholic School a unique choice in education.

Welcome to Schulenburg. Here at the Greater Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce, we would be glad to be of service to you.

Kara Kleimann Reporter/Photographer

Brooke Ligues Sales Associate

Contributors

Terri Wagner, Debbie Preece, Tami Walker, Jackie Machac, Mike and Holly Czimskey, Joe and Roxanne Orsak, Travis Vanicek, Connie Koopmann, Jeff and Stevie Thompson, Barbara Moellenberndt

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Explore Historical Schulenburg

Schulenburg’s 150th Birthday Celebration is here! It’ll mean fun for the whole family at the sesquicentennial event, December 2, 2023.

Although plans have not been finalized, the tentative schedule is as follows:

• 8 a.m. - Chili and Chicken Noodle Soup Cook-Off contests begin

• 8 a.m. - noon - Merry Arts quick draw contest

• Noon - Opening Ceremonies: Pledge of Allegiance by Bob Heinrich, National Anthem by Bernard Gabler, Welcome by Mayor Connie Koopmann, Blessing by the Schulenburg Ministerial Alliance, Announcement of Proclamations, Keynote Speaker

• 12:30 - 2:30 p.m. - Music and Karaoke by Bernard Gabler

• 3 - 5 p.m. - Music by Fender Bender

• 4 - 5 p.m. - Announcement of Plein Aire art contest winners

• 4 - 5 p.m. - Announcement of chili and soup contest winners

• 5:30 p.m. - Lighted Christmas Parade

• 5:30 - 8 p.m. - Santa and Mrs. Claus at the downtown gazebo

• 6 - 9 p.m. - Music by The Telstars

• 7 p.m. - Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest and Ugly Christmas Sock Contest

• 9 p.m. - Closing Ceremonies

For more information, contact the City of Schulenburg at 979-743-4126.

Schulenburg, Texas is called a “railroad town,” “halfway to everywhere,” the “musician town,” “home of the painted churches,” “gateway to the rolling hills” and many others. It was founded when the Galveston, Houston and San Antonio Railway reached here in 1873. At that time the many people in the communities of Lyons and High Hill moved to the new railroad town of Schulenburg.

Schulenburg was named after Louis Schulenburg, who donated the land for the city. The community was granted a post office in 1874 and incorporated in 1875. Before the town of Schulenburg was born, English, German, Czech and other European citizens settled this area, bringing with them their religious beliefs, tools and way of life.

Another land donor, John Christian Baumgarten Sr., was one of the original “Forty-eighters” from Germany. Baumgarten built a cottonseed-crushing plant in the community and also operated a lumberyard, planing mill, sash and door factory, and cotton gin. In 1883, he opened the Schulenburg Oil Mill, which manufactured Baumgarten Process Allison Flour from cottonseed.

In 1884, the community had 1,000 inhabitants, two churches, a bank, schools, thirteen general stores, and four saloons. Schulenburg had electric lights by 1896, and in 1900, the community had 1,149 inhabitants. By 1914, it had Baptist, Catholic, Lutheran, and Methodist churches and the G. E. Ruhmann plant, which manufactured steel furnaces and wire goods.

The population of the town rose to 1,246 in 1920, 1,640 in 1930, and 1,970 in 1940. In 1945 Schulenburg had 112 businesses, including two manufacturing companies, three cotton gins, a machine shop, and the Stanzel Company—a model airplane factory. Today you can learn more about the Stanzel Company at the Stanzel Museum in Schulenburg.

The population of the town continued to increase in the postwar period, reaching 2,207 in 1960, 2,347 in 1980, and 2,455 in 1990. The population was 2,699 in 2000 and 2,945 in 2015.

Schulenburg has a rich musical heritage, especially polka music, and has had several orchestras. You can learn more at the Texas Polka Music Museum.

Must see sites in Schulenburg

VISITORS WILL WANT TO EXPERIENCE ALL OF THESE SCHULENBURG GEMS

STANZEL MODEL AIRCRAFT MUSEUM - One can learn all about the Stanzels and their amazing flying machines at the Stanzel Model Aircraft Museum located in Schulenburg, Texas. Meet the Stanzel Brothers from Schulenburg, designers and manufacturers of some of the most popular 20th century model airplane kits in the world.

Tour the Main Museum where exhibits include static and interactive displays exploring the Stanzels’ love of flight. Next door, enter the Factory Wing and learn about the development and manufacturing of model aircraft during the modern mid-century, the peak period of Stanzel production and a dramatic era of aviation and rocket technology evolution. Then cross the museum complex grounds to the Stanzel family homestead where Grandma and Grandpa Stanzel kept a tidy, turn-of-the-century home. The restored farmhouse is complete with late-1800’s furnishings.

Stop by and walk through the museum yourself or book a guided tour. Guided tours give schools and visitors insight into the world of the Stanzel model aircraft. The docents

will gladly share their knowledge of the exhibits in our three museums and answer any questions about the Stanzel products.

311 Baumgarten St. | 979-743-6559

www.stanzelmuseum.org

SCHULENBURG HISTORICAL MUSEUM - The Schulenburg Historical Museum was established by John and Karen Wolters. John is the great- grandson of Robert A. Wolters who started a mercantile business in Schulenburg and became one of its more prominent citizens. The building housing the current museum exhibits was the old Wolters Mercantile built in the early 1900s. The museum has been housed in this building since 1988 at the largesse of the Wolters family, but in December 2014 the Wolters estate gift-deeded the current building and the building next door to the museum. Admission is free but donations are gladly accepted to help offset the cost of operations and maintaining two historic buildings.

631 N. Main St. | 979-743-2403

schulenburghistoricalmuseum.com

TEXAS POLKA MUSIC MUSEUM - The Texas Polka Music Museum is dedicated to preserving the history and legacy of polka music in Texas by honoring Texas polka bands and musicians of Czech, German and Polish ancestry. Texas polka DJ’s are also honored for their contribution to preserving polka music. The exhibits feature instruments, photos, costumes, histories and music of Texas polka bands. To raise funds, the museum has produced three volumes of polka music CDs. Each one features a spectacular lineup of music.

712 Lyons Ave. | 979-743-4752 texaspolkamuseum.com

THE FLOWER BOX - Every day looks better with flowers from The Flower Box! A Schulenburg icon, The Flower Box is not only a traditional florist, but also offers gifts for every occasion and home décor items. They also offer floral delivery, live plants and gift registery services.

615 North Main St. | 979-743-3219 www.schulenburgflorist.com

CITY MARKET - Founded in 1945, City Market at 109 Kessler Avenue in Schulenburg is on its third generation of family ownership. Today, it is a father and son operation comprised of Roy Smrkovsky and his son, Lukas. At City Market, barbecue customers are welcome to go out to the pit room to order and watch their meat cut right in front of them on a butcher block that Lukas says is probably older than he is. In addition to sausage and barbecue, City Market also offers their own bacon and jerky, as well as fresh meats, raw steaks - prime and choice grade. Customers will also enjoy their marinated items that include rib eyes, fajitas and chicken. Ask for their homemade wieners made from a recipe that goes back to the 1940s.

109 Kessler Ave. | 979-743-3440

WILLIE JOE’S PROCESSING - Paddy and Kaaren

Magliolo are the husband-and-wife team at Willie Joe’s Processing at 2218 Krischke Road in Schulenburg. Butchering is in Paddy’s blood – his grandfather was a butcher and ran a meat market in South Dakota in the 1940s. Paddy is proud to offer many custom cuts that a lot of other places don’t offer. They also vacuum pack all of their meats for freshness. Willie Joe’s distributes jerky all around the US but offers customers a walk-in meat counter, grass-fed and grain-fed beef, custom processing, deer processing, and smoked meats.

2218 Krischke Rd. | 979-561-8272

www.williejoesprocessing.com

Crystal Threads Clothing Boutique

HISTORIC SCENIC & DRIVING TOUR

Home of the Painted Churches

The Painted Churches open to the public are located in the communities of Dubina, High Hill, Praha, and Ammannsville. The communities of St. John and Moravia have two additional Painted Churches. These are only available for viewing on a guided tour. The churches appear unassuming as you approach them, but as you enter the front doors prepare to have your breath taken away by the incredible beauty found inside.

A tour unlike any other. Schulenburg’s Painted Church Historic Tour is one of the top destinations in the world!

The churches are all active and do conduct services on Saturdays and Sundays. You may tour the churches Monday-Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but please be respectful of any events or services that you may encounter. In addition, the church at Praha requests that all visitors be out of the church by 3 p.m. on Saturdays.

To book a guided tour of the Painted Churches or for more information, please call (979) 743-4514.

Cover and above, Sts. Cyril & Methodious Catholic Church in Dubina. Middle and bottom, St. Mary’s Catholic Church Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Praha. All photos by Kara Kleimann

Top, St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Ammannsville; left, St. Mary’s Catholic Church Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary in High Hill; above, St. Mary’s Catholic Church Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Praha. All photos by Kara Kleimann.

979-618-1316

Joe’s HOMETOWN HANGOUT

BY KARA KLEIMANN

If you’re a sports fan, enjoy delicious food and drinks, or just want to hang out with friends, Joe’s in Schulenburg is the place to be!

Featuring twelve big-screen TVs, impressive food items, and abundant drink options, Joe’s has it all! Located on Main Street in Schulenburg, owners Mike and Holly Czimskey opened the new establishment in May 2023. Joe’s is next door to Tillie’s Café, a breakfast, lunch and coffee shop, also owned by Mike and Holly. The two eateries even share a kitchen, but the menus are distinct from one another. For the most part, Tillie’s uses the kitchen early in the day, and Joe’s takes over in the afternoon and evening.

Joe’s is named in honor of Holly’s cousin, Joe Stavinoha. Joe and Holly grew up together in Schulenburg, graduating from Schulenburg High School in 1999. “Joe was an avid sports fan. He played every sport possible as a Schulenburg Shorthorn,” Holly shared. “We lost him suddenly in 2014.” Looking around the bar, Holly continued, “We thought this would be a great way to pay tribute to Joe and provide a fun sports experience for our hometown. We call Joe’s a ‘hometown hangout’ and that’s what we want it to be.”

Holly created a mascot for Joe’s that pays homage to her cousin’s personality; she explained, “Joe was funny and larger than life all the time. We want to inject that humor and fun into what we do.” The little Joe icon, found on menus and social media, can be seen winking, running, cheering, and always having fun.

From top, holding her cousin’s helmet, Holly & Mike Czimskey reverently pose in front of Joe’s Shorthorns football jersey; hand-breading and homemade sauces raise Joe’s tenders and wings to a higher taste level; Joe’s mascot pays homage to Holly’s cousin, Joe Stavinoha.

The drink choices are extensive at Joe’s; there are options for everyone. For beer drinkers, Joe’s provides four beers on tap – two regulars and two rotating. In addition to draft beer, a dozen or more beers are available by the bottle. Joe’s notable wine list includes red wine, white wine, sweet wine, dry wine, and even bubbly options. Their full bar offers specialty shots and cocktail drinks as well as call drinks. This bar is not just about drinks; Joe’s delivers a comprehensive food menu as well. From appetizers to fresh salads to burgers, Joe’s is a sure crowd pleaser. Though the menu lists many stereotypical bar food items, Holly noted, “We make a lot of items in house to give it an elevated experience, not just typical bar food.” For example, their homemade Tillie’s Hot Honey Sauce is a best seller to accompany Joe’s chicken wings.

Joe’s hosts a daily Happy Hour, including specialty shots and

discounted drinks. Thirsty Thursdays offer happy hour pricing all night. Also, Holly confirmed, “We’ll be hosting

to watch two games concurrently.” Not surprisingly, the Shorthorns will be on one of those two screens.

When asked about the response so far, Mike said, “It’s been great. It’s packed a lot of times. The [Schulenburg] Festival was a really busy weekend.” Mike expressed gratitude to the City of Schulenburg, the Economic Development Committee, and the Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce for their help and support. Speaking about Joe’s location, “Main Street is an area that Schulenburg is aiming to revitalize,” Mike stated. “This was a vacant, dark building for thirty years.” Thanks to Mike and Holly’s vision and hard work, that building is no longer dark or vacant.

watch parties on Friday nights for local high school football games. We have subscriptions that give us the ability

Come see Joe’s for yourself at 621 North Main Street in downtown Schulenburg. Follow Joe’s on Facebook or Instagram: @joeshometownhangout.

Main Street is an area that Schulenburg is aiming to revitalize; this was a vacant, dark building for thirty years.

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A CLASSIC FAVORITE

Oakridge Smokehouse

BY KARA KLEIMANN

Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant has been serving homemade country cooking for over 50 years. As I begin to write this story, I find that condensing half a century of information into two pages is a daunting task. Thus, I will instead present four C’s – creation, consistency, customers, chicken – that I found to stand out as I researched this thriving business.

Creation – Born and raised on the outskirts of Schulenburg, Roy Bucek served our country in World War II before coming home to start a family and a business. Originally opening a meat locker service in the late 1940s and later smoking meat to sell, Roy and his wife Vera built and opened Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant in 1969. According to their daughter, Barbara Moellenberndt, “This place opened in summer of 1969. My mother and father did the designs on the crooked windows; they liked rustic stuff and they thought this would be fun and catchy. I was a waitress here

when it opened. On weekends, the lines would be out the door.”

Roy and Vera owned the restaurant for 25 years, until Robert and Pam Besetsny bought Oakridge Smokehouse in 1994. “Robert was like a son to my dad,” Barbara explained; “He had worked for Dad since high school.” Rightly anticipating continued success, Robert and Pam added the patio dining area to the restaurant’s north side. This increased the total seating capacity from 150 to well over 200 diners.

Consistency – From great food to attentive service to timeless décor, not a lot has changed over the years. Consistency has been a key to Oakridge Smokehouse’s unceasing success. A buffet of fresh salad and homemade country foods is served daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The crooked windows and hand-painted murals continue to delight customers.

One main wall displays license plates from far and wide. “Back in the day people would bring in their license plate to go up on the wall,” waitress Maria Salas told me, “It kind of died down, but we still get them sometimes.”

Another thing that hasn’t changed is the popularity of Oakridge’s fresh baked pastries and smoked items, especially the jerky. Manager Michael Hebert confirmed, “We ship jerky all year long to everywhere in the United States. Hunting season is the most popular time of year.”

Customers – While snapping photos at the restaurant, I encountered a table of four who were visiting after lunch. When they inquired about my photography motives, we engaged in a delightful conversation. The diners were two charming couples from opposite directions – Bill and Linda Knesek from Rosenburg and Richard and Sandy Mechler from Seguin. On this day, they were celebrating Richard’s birthday; Bill had baked a cake for the occasion. Best friends

for more than a decade, the couples meet at Oakridge Smokehouse several times a year to enjoy a meal together and catch up on life. When I asked why they chose this restaurant, Bill answered, “we’re comfortable here. It’s nice, and they’re good to us.” The others chimed in expressing their fondness for the cozy, country ambiance and friendly people; obviously, the food is good, too.

Chicken – What is the most popular and most talked-about menu item? Oakridge’s fried chicken tends to top the charts. Finding fried chicken in the south is not a trick, but finding any better than Oakridge’s might be quite a feat. People come from all directions to experience Oakridge Smokehouse’s hand-breaded, deep-fried chicken.

Located at 712 US-77 (just off I-10) in Schulenburg, Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Visit theoakridgesmokehouse.com for more information.

Facing page, only repainted over the years, the exterior appearance of Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant has stood the test of time; far left, the eclectic license plate display can be seen on the wall behind the buffet in the main dining room; above, Oakridge is a great place to gather with friends; left, waitress Maria Salas pours tea for a customer.

A CLASSIC FAVORITE

The Garden Company

BY KARA KLEIMANN

“Unexpected” is the adjective used most often when describing one’s first visit to The Garden Company Café, according to customer reviews. One of the most popular restaurants on I-10 between San Antonio and Houston, many ask, “How did the little town of Schulenburg acquire such a gem?”

Owned by Jeff and Stevie Thompson, The Garden Company began as a nursery and landscaping business with a gift shop. Originally across the street from its current site, Stevie reminisced about the property it now sits on. “The house was built in 1907 for $1000,” she confirmed. “It served as a home until the 1970s,” when the owners moved

away. The house was vacant for nearly thirty years. From across the street, Stevie saw the “For Sale” sign posted in the yard. “I called Jeff and said, ‘We have to go look at it.’” Jeff made some calls about buying the property before they even went to look at it. Apparently, it was meant to be because the Thompsons made the purchase and moved their business, opening on April 1, 2000.

The house soon became a successful retail shop filled with gifts and home items. The idea to add food options came a decade later; Stevie began with the idea of offering a few lunch options to customers. Jeff elaborated,

“Stevie always wanted to have a small place where we would serve soups and salads and a glass of wine for the girls to enjoy when they come in to do their shopping.” Stevie agreed, “We originally thought we would do soups and sandwiches with just us and a couple of employees.”

However, Jeff saw the need to be open additional hours. He explained, “In order to make the business profitable we needed to be open for dinner … so we brought in steaks and seafood and burgers and pizza.” In fact, only a month before opening their café venture, a chef was hired and a full menu was created. In 2014, The

EATS & TREATS

Garden Co. Café opened daily for lunch and several nights a week for dinner. It was an instant sensation both locally and outside the community. Their most popular food item by far is their crispy brussel sprouts appetizer. “We serve almost one for every table,” Jeff verified.

In addition to delicious food, The Garden Co. Café is known for its show-stopping interior décor. Featuring a rustic modern style, Stevie’s inspiration and creativity brought the restaurant to life. “I love to use natural elements in my aesthetics. We built all the tables ourselves.” Stevie also designed most of the lighting; the entryway features a light fixture crafted from old garden implements. Since the nursery is part of the company, Stevie indicated, “I like to pull in the garden motif as well.” Live plants and repurposed wood are abundant throughout the restaurant.

Jeff and Stevie launched their second restaurant in Round Top only three years after their original establishment. “We had a friend in Round Top that asked us to come out there.” Stevie shared. “We already had a little gift shop in Round Top at that time;” this made the task of adding a restaurant less daunting. Both restaurants, The Garden Co. Café in Schulenburg and The Garden Co. Feed & Firewater in Round Top, are thriving.

In Schulenburg, The Garden Co. Marketplace & Café is located at 217 Kessler Ave.

DINING DIRECTORY

BAKERY

Original Kountry Bakery 110 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4342

DINING Cistern Country Store & Bar 12604 North State Highway 95, Flatonia 361-865-3655

City Market 109 Kessler Avenue 979-743-3440

Garden Company Café 217 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4677

Get n Go 201 708 North US Highway 77 979-743-7431

Holman Valley Steakhouse 10204 FM 155, La Grange 281-380-7147

Joe’s 621 North Main Street, Ste. B 979-743-4505

Momma’s at Sengelmann 531 North Main Street 979-743-2300

Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant 712 North US Highway 77 979-743-3372

SCHULENBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBERS

Original Kountry Bakery 110 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4342

Pilot Travel Centers 709 North US Highway 77 979-743-2547

Red Vault Bistro 124 E. South Main Street, Flatonia 361-865-3663

Tenth Frame Bowl 233 College Street 979-743-6585

Texan Store 25 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-3666

Tillie’s Café 621 North Main Street, Ste. C 979-743-4505

Tom’s BBQ 1306 Lyons Avenue 979-743-1352

Whataburger 40 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-9166

NIGHTLIFE Adolf’s Bar 233 College Street 979-743-6585

Cistern Country Store & Bar 12604 North State Highway 95, Flatonia 361-865-3655

Joe’s 621 North Main Street, Ste. B 979-743-4505

Moravia Store 11501 FM 957 979-562-2217

WINERIES Majek Vineyard & Winery 12508 FM 957 210-413-8912

Moravia Vineyard & Winery 12564 FM 957 713-449-7885

Whistling Duck Vineyards & Winery 1211 CR 273, Weimar 979-942-6420

Above, owners Stevie and Jeff Thompson; facing page, original sign for The Garden Company.

1515 Fannin St., Suite D, Columbus, TX 78934 | 979-500-4080

Hours: Monday – Friday 8am-4pm

307 Main Street, Sealy, TX 77474 | 979-885-6386

Hours: Monday – Thursday 8am – 4pm, Friday 8am – 5pm, Saturday 9am – noon

STAY AWHILE

The Sinclair

BY KARA KLEIMANN

It’s old. It’s new. It’s classic. It’s contemporary. Finding a singular word to describe the vintage Sinclair station on State Highway 90 West is perhaps impossible. The immaculate and captivating exterior seems frozen in time. Have you ever wondered what’s inside? Here’s your chance to find out more about this illustrious vacation rental.

Joe and Roxanne Orsak, owners of The Sinclair, revealed the history of the structure. “It started out as a gas station with a seating area,” Roxanne initiated, “there were two bays … an office and a restroom.” The Sinclair station was shut down, along with a multitude of other stations on Highway 90, soon after Interstate-10 opened. “It was an America Muffler Shop

training center for a few years,” Joe declared, where mechanics were trained. When the Orsaks purchased the vacant property, they were unsure what its future held. According to Roxanne, in reference to the neglected station, “I just didn’t want this to go away. I thought what a cool thing to bring it back to look like the 1950s Sinclair gas station.”

With the exterior’s fate settled, the next quandary was what to do inside the building. Since they already owned several rental properties, the Orsaks were comfortable in that industry. Thus, “The Sinclair” vacation rental was created.

Roxanne began by sketching a layout for the interior rooms. It became a family affair as Joe and Roxanne enlisted their daughter, Victoria, to style the lodging. “She does all the design work in terms of finishes, colors, furniture … you name it,” Roxanne clarified. Roxanne’s brother, owner of Demel’s Welding and Construction, served as their contractor. With a glance at her husband, Roxanne smiled, “and Joe gets to be the guy who handles everything for us.”

Authenticity was of highest priority for the Orsaks in their new project. “Keeping it as authentic as possible was probably our biggest challenge,” Roxanne admitted. They were determined to maintain or restore all parts of the outer building to accurately replicate the original 1950s station. There were parts of the eroding building that had to be replaced due to a lack of structural soundness, but “the exterior walls are all intact,” Joe added.

The two gas pumps that sit in their original spots are authentic 1950’s pumps that were restored to their original look, including the Sinclair green color. Joe talked about the sign that hangs above the station, “that came from a local resident in town.” It serves as the perfect touch to the authentic exterior of the property.

What’s inside? The Sinclair rental boasts three bedrooms and two bathrooms; it houses six

guests comfortably! A full kitchen, lounging space, and two dining spots are all part of the open concept living area. Not surprisingly, the interior features a nostalgic, vintage look and includes a fully functioning 1950’s jukebox and nickel gumball machines. Classic décor –authentic hubcaps, a vintage tailgate, a variety of metal trays and signage – adorn the walls of The Sinclair.

In addition to its clever interior, The Sinclair provides two alluring outdoor gathering areas for guests to enjoy. The sizable fencedin backyard has a large firepit with multiple seating options as well as a gas grill and yard games. If something cozier is preferred, guests can climb the spiral staircase to lounge on the roof deck, while they enjoy a 360-degree view of the area.

Come see for yourself! Experience the look and feel of classic 1950s while enjoying the modern conveniences and comforts of today. Rental information can be found online at evolve.com or most vacation rental sites.

Facing page: left, Joe and Roxanne Orsak, owners and creators of The Sinclair, offer guests a nostalgic getaway to the 1950s; from top, The Sinclair bedrooms combine modern comfort with fun, retro décor; upon entering The Sinclair, guests are welcomed with local wine and a history of the unique lodging.

Above, rooftop seating on The Sinclair delivers fresh air and an elevated view.

JANUARY

Schulenburg FFA General Ag-Mechanics & Livestock Show

Knights of Columbus Dinner

FEBRUARY

Schulenburg Volunteer Fire Department Dinner

Catholic Daughters Dinner

Knights of Columbus Dinner

Knights of Columbus Tarok Tournament

MARCH

Schulenburg ISD PTO Dinner

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church Spring Festival

APRIL

Garden Club Annual Flower Show

Knights of Columbus Dinner

American Legion Dinner

Schulenburg Sausagefest - First Saturday in April

Altar Society Dinner – Always on Palm Sunday

MAY

Schulenburg Bull Bash

Knights of Columbus Mother’s Day Dinner

VFW Post #5623 Memorial Day Service

JUNE

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church Picnic

St. John The Baptist Church

Picnic-Ammannsville

Sharks Swim Team Dinner

Schulenburg Little League Dinner

Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce 90 Miles on 90

JULY

St. Cyril & Methodius Feast-Dubina

St. John’s Annual 4th of July Picnic

Moravia Church Feast

Knights of Columbus Sportsman Dinner

Miss Schulenburg Pageant (Jr. Miss, Young Miss, Little Miss & Mr.)

AUGUST

Schulenburg Festival -First weekend

Prazska Pout at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Picnic in Praha – Always Aug. 15

Knights of Columbus Dinner

SEPTEMBER

St. Mary’s Catholic Church Picnic in High Hill

OCTOBER

Knights of Columbus Turkey Dinner

Volunteer Fire Department Ladies

Auxiliary Dinner

St. Rose School HSA Gumbo Dinner

Trick or Treat Around the Track

NOVEMBER

Veteran’s Memorial Service - Praha - Sunday before Veterans Day

St. Mary’s Catholic Church Parish

Turkey Dinner -High Hill

Holiday Arts & Crafts Show

Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce Sunset Shopping

Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce Shop Local Days

Knights of Columbus Dinner

DECEMBER

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School Christmas Around the World

SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

Merry Arts Contest, Lighted Christmas Parade and Santa’s Party in the Park

December 2, 2023 - See page 4 for more information

Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce Shop Local Days

Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce Christmas Tree

Decorating Contest

Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce Residential and Commercial Decorating Contest

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

ST. ROSE CHRISTMAS AROUND THE WORLD - Christmas Around the World is a night of fun for the entire family! Come down to the Schulenburg Hall and enjoy all the festivities. The event kicks off with a special presentation from our St Rose students on Saturday, Dec. 9 at 4:30 p.m. at the Schulenburg Knights of Columbus Hall. The event includes a German auction.

Also open for your entertainment:

• Children’s Carnival with an inflatable playground, carnival games and cake walk

• International Food Court with foods from around the world! All food booths open at 5:30 p.m.

• Beef stew dinner, dine in or take out

ARTS OF RURAL TEXAS PLEIN AIRE

CONTEST - Get ready to experience the magic of Merry ARTS, a captivating Plein Aire Competition set to grace Schulenburg, Texas, this holiday season. Commencing on November 29, this engrossing event will set twenty-five talented artists to embark on a four-day journey to paint the very essence of a Schulenburg winter.

Plein air refers to the practice of painting or creating artwork outdoors, directly in front of the subject or scene being depicted. It involves artists working on location, often in natural landscapes, urban settings, or any outdoor environment that inspires their creativity.

SCHULENBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LIGHTED CHRISTMAS

PARADE - Santa Claus is coming to town and you’re invited to join in all the family fun and festivities! The Schulenburg Chamber of Commerce will host the annual Lighted Christmas Parade on Sunday, Dec. 3 at 6 p.m. on North Main Street in downtown Schulenburg.

Santa and Mrs. Claus will visit the downtown gazebo after the parade. Free goodie bags for all those who visit with Santa.

DUBINA CHURCH BY LISETTE MCCLUNG

30+ YEARS IN SCHULENBURG

Chuck Brown Ford

BY KARA KLEIMANN

“Don’t Mess with Texas” and “Ford is the Best in Texas” rank at the top of a list of Texas advertising slogans. It’s no surprise to find Ford in a top position, as Ford has produced the top-selling truck in America for the past 46 consecutive years.

Chuck Brown Ford in Schulenburg is a proud dealer of those top-selling trucks. According to finance manager Travis Vanicek, “Our constant top sellers are the F250s and F350s, the Super Duty trucks.” Especially in rural Texas, Travis explained, “the three-quarter ton and one-ton trucks are top sellers around here. No doubt.”

Chuck Brown Ford has been owned and operated by the Brown family since 1988 when Chuck bought the business, after nearly a decade in the sales department. Its current owner, Tommy Brown, purchased the dealership from his father in 2022.

Perhaps the greatest change during Chuck’s ownership occurred in 2001, when the dealership moved from its original downtown location to its current site on the I-10 frontage road. Employed at the dealership for over forty years, office manager Belinda Kocurek shared her memory of the downtown location. “The office was more like a closet. We had four people shoved into a hole the size of that office right there,” she laughed, pointing to one of the current single office spaces.

From top, with its cab lifted, this F550 engine is easier to service; finance manager Travis Vanicek completes paperless transactions on his touchscreen desktop.

Chuck Brown Ford’s current location separates it from many other dealerships because of its accessibility from every direction. When discussing location, Travis referred to Schulenburg’s tagline “halfway to everywhere.” He agreed, “it’s true. We have customers from Houston, San Antonio, Austin … they call and say ‘oh, you’re about an hour or hour and a half away.’” Also, being situated just off I-10 makes getting there virtually effortless.

In addition to selling vehicles, the dealership boasts a top-notch service department. “It’s full service, anything you need done,” Travis stated. The dealership provides loaner vehicles for customers and offers pick-up and delivery of any vehicle being serviced. “That’s a big hit,” Travis disclosed. Customers appreciate their vehicle being picked up, serviced, and returned to them, rather than having to wait while their vehicle is repaired.

It’s no surprise that technology is moving forward in the vehicle world. “Every single vehicle coming out has new

technology,” Travis confirmed, “like hands free driving. It’s amazing what some of these vehicles can do.” Technology has evolved in the office as well with paperless purchasing. “You sign the purchase order, odometer statement, title application, your contract ... everything is signed on here,” Travis clarified, pointing to his desktop. All documents are automatically saved to a USB drive that is handed to the customer at the end of the sale.

Family-owned for over thirty years, the Schulenburg business enthusiastically gives back to its community. In addition to being a dedicated Turtle Wing Foundation sponsor, Chuck Brown Ford contributes to a variety of both city and county-wide outreach programs.

The Chuck Brown Ford dealership is conveniently located at 315 E I-10 Frontage Road in Schulenburg.

It’s amazing what some of these vehicles can do.

Above, view from west-bound I-10.

SCHULENBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

ADVERTISING

McDaniel & Co.

4116 FM 2672 979-561-8600

AGRICULTURAL

SERVICES

Bumper Crop Texas

804 Bohlmann Avenue 979-743-4157

BWI Companies 100 North Main Street 979-743-4581

Farmers Co-Op Mill & Feed

811 Bohlmann Avenue 979-743-3153

AIR CONDITIONING / HEATING

Leon’s Electric & Plumbing, Inc. 719 Upton Avenue 979-743-3056

Sustr’s Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC

130 Bird House Hill Road 979-561-8360

Winkler’s Air Conditioning 1513 North US Highway 77 979-743-9098

AMUSEMENT

Kids Cows & More, Inc.

3235 East I-10 Frontage Road

713-705-3244

Rocky Creek Maze 784 County Road 251, Moulton 361-772-4718

Tenth Frame Bowl 233 College Street 979-743-6585

APPLIANCES / REPAIRS

Audio-Video Plus 250 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4485

Leon’s Electric & Plumbing 719 Upton Avenue 979-743-3056

Winkler’s Air Conditioning 1513 North US Highway 77 979-743-9098

ART GALLERY / WORKSHOPS

ARTS Gorman Gallery 1201 Kessler Avenue

ARTS for Rural Texas 114 North Live Oak Street, Fayetteville 979-378-2113

Hallet Oak Gallery 115 North Main Street, Hallettsville 361-217-7030

Steph’s New Leaf 5121 Highway 90 West 979-702-1246

Twisted Steel Design 113 Post Office Street, Weimar 979-484-2122

ATTORNEYS

Don Blansitt 523 North Main Street 979-743-3629

Katrina Packard, PC 523 North Main Street 979-743-4574

Ryan & Dawson 716 Upton Avenue 979-743-4128

AUTOMOTIVE SALES / REPAIRS

Cavender Auto Country 1700 I-10 East, Weimar 979-725-8515

Chuck Brown Ford 315 East I-10 Frontage Road 979-743-4111

BAKERY

Original Kountry Bakery 110 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4342

BANKING / FINANCIAL

Fayette Savings Bank

87 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-6541

Fayetteville Bank 200 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-4576

Prosperity Bank 301 Bucek Street 979-743-2500

Wells Fargo Bank 707 Lyons Avenue 979-743-4143

BOOKKEEPING / PAYROLL SERVICES

H & R Block 609 North Main Street 979-743-3656

Mintage, LLC 714 Lyons Avenue 979-561-6018

Novak & Company 720 Lyons Avenue 979-743-3213

Renee H. Mikesky, CPA 2608 East US Highway 90 979-561-6227

BUSINESS CONSULTING

Mintage, LLC 714 Lyons Avenue 979-561-6018

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

BRIDGE

Schulenburg 979-661-1213

Schulenburg Garden Club 979-253-2224

Schulenburg Library Foundation 310 Simpson Street 979-743-3345

Schulenburg Lions Club P. O. Box 88

Schulenburg Literary Club 310 Simpson Street 713-628-9513

Turtle Wing Foundation 1203 S. Kessler Avenue 512-497-2758

COMPUTER / TECHNICAL SERVICES

CompuCleanser 501 North West Street, Weimar 979-743-1199

Michalke Consulting, LLC

Schulenburg 979-743-5617

CONTRACTOR / CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

4E Tree Worx, LLC 4570 FM 318, Yoakum 361-407-2707

Allied Contractors 410 Anderson Street 979-743-1183

Dowell Land Management Schulenburg 979-505-2585

Fayette County Habitat for Humanity LaGrange 210-816-0942

Houser Roofing 201 2nd Street, Sealy 979-472-9176

Leon’s Electric & Plumbing, Inc. 719 Upton Avenue 979-743-3056

M.C. Fence & Deck 3600 West US Highway 90 512-581-8818

Schulenburg Glass Company 409 Summit Street 979-743-4378

Shimmering Waters Pool Service 1870 North US Highway 77 979-966-5026

Wood Duck Enterprises 1075 Lakewood Lane, Sheridan 281-467-4681

DENTISTS

Schulenburg Family Dental 717 Upton Avenue 979-743-4138

Tejas Health Care 890 East Travis, La Grange 979-968-2000

SCHULENBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS DIRECTORY

DINING

Cistern Country Store & Bar

12604 North State Highway 95, Flatonia 361-865-3655

City Market

109 Kessler Avenue 979-743-3440

Garden Company Café 217 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4677

Get n Go 201 708 North US Highway 77 979-743-7431

Holman Valley Steakhouse 10204 FM 155, La Grange 281-380-7147

Joe’s 621 North Main Street, Ste. B 979-743-4505

Momma’s at Sengelmann 531 North Main Street 979-743-2300

Oakridge Smokehouse Restaurant 712 North US Highway 77 979-743-3372

Original Kountry Bakery 110 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4342

Pilot Travel Centers 709 North US Highway 77 979-743-2547

Red Vault Bistro 124 E. South Main Street, Flatonia 361-865-3663

Tenth Frame Bowl 233 College Street 979-743-6585

Texan Store 25 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-3666

Tillie’s Café 621 North Main Street, Ste. C 979-743-4505

Tom’s BBQ 1306 Lyons Avenue 979-743-1352

Whataburger 40 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-9166

DRY CLEANING

Country Fresh Cleaners 270 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4668

EDUCATION

Blinn College Schulenburg Campus 100 Ranger Drive 979-743-5200

Schulenburg Independent School District 521 Shorthorn Drive 979-743-3448

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School 405 Black Street 979-743-3080

EMPLOYMENT / WORKFORCE

Personnel Services 503 Lyons Avenue 979-743-2604

Smithville Workforce Training Center 404 Fawcett Street, Smithville 512-332-6850

ENTERTAINMENT

Adolf’s Bar 233 College Street 979-743-6585

Bugle Boy Foundation 1051 North Jefferson Street, La Grange 979-968-9944

Cistern Country Store & Bar

12604 North State Highway 95, Flatonia 361-865-3655

Darrel Appelt Music Columbus 979-732-4777

Fayette County Country Music Opry

640 South Madison Street, La Grange 979-966-3568

Holman Valley Steakhouse

10204 FM 155, La Grange 281-380-7147

Jack & Mary’s 610 Lyons Avenue 979-505-4061

Joe’s 621 North Main Street, Ste. B 979-743-4505

Majek Vineyards & Winery 12508 FM 957 210-413-8912

Mike Stroup Entertainment Schulenburg 713-598-6331

Momma’s at Sengelmann 531 North Main Street 979-743-2300

Moravia Store

11501 FM 957 979-562-2217

Round Top Festival Institute

248 Jaster Road, Round Top 979-249-3129

The Oaks at High Hill 1800 Bruno Road 512-226-3886

Whistling Duck Winery

1211 County Road 273, Weimar 979-942-6420

ENTERTAINMENT / ANNUAL EVENTS

Schulenburg Festival Wolter’s Park www.schulenburgfestival. org

Schulenburg Sausagefest Downtown Schulenburg 979-743-4514

Songwriter Serenade 714-856-8491

Texas State Championship Fiddlers’ Frolics Hallettsville 361-798-5934

EVENT PLANNER

Events by Kitty

Schulenburg 832-372-1008

EVENT VENUES

Jordan Ranch Christian Retreat Center 2123 FM 2238 281-932-2901

Herring Hall 1488 FM 2503, Ellinger 713-818-9766

Sengelmann Hall 531 North Main Street 979-743-2300

Svetlik Farm, LLC 2616 FM 2672 979-743-3219

Texas Czech Heritage & Cultural Center 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange 979-968-9399

The Barn at Wagner Farm 12020 FM 1383 979-250-1735

The Oaks at High Hill 1800 Bruno Road 512-226-3886

FINANCIAL ADVISOR

Edward Jones 602 Lyons Avenue 979-743-5187

FITNESS / HEALTH

Anytime Fitness 501 North Main Street 979-505-5055

Healing Waves Massage Therapy 621 North Main Street, Ste. A 361-208-8228

Schulenburg Family Fitness Center 205 East Avenue 979-743-2864

The Herb Cottage 442 County Road 233, Hallettsville 361-258-1192

SCHULENBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS DIRECTORY

FLORAL

Garden Company

Marketplace

217 Kessler Avenue

979-743-4648

The Flower Box 615 North Main Street 979-743-3219

FUEL / TRUCK STOPS

Get n Go 201 708 North US Highway 77 979-743-7431

Pilot Travel Centers, LLC 709 North US Highway 77 979-743-2547

Shorthorn Express

308 Kessler Avenue 979-743-3884

Texan Store

25 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-3666

The Hitching Post

14 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-4203

FUEL DISTRIBUTOR

Patriot Fuel Distributors, LLC

2340 North US Highway 77, Hallettsville 361-772-8658

FUNERAL SERVICES

Schwenke-Baumgarten

Funeral Home

701 South Main Street 979-743-4151

GOVERNMENT

City of Schulenburg

535 North Main Street 979-743-4126

Senator Lois Kolkhorst

2000 South Market Street, Brenham 979-251-7888

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Finchworks Creations Schulenburg 940-453-8803

Trips Publications, LLC 406 West Main Street, Ste. 105, Weimar 979-725-3080

GROCERY / CONVENIENCE STORES

Arlan’s Market 236 College Street 979-743-3159

Get n Go 201 708 North US Highway 77 979-743-7431

Pilot Travel Centers, LLC 709 North US Highway 77 979-743-2547

Shorthorn Express 308 Kessler Avenue 979-743-3884

Texan Store 25 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-3666

The Hitching Post 14 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-4203

HISTORIC SITE / STATE PARK

Monument Hill State Park & Kreische Brewery

Historic Sites 414 State Loop 92, La Grange 979-968-5658

INSURANCE

Farmers Insurance 501 Summit Street 979-743-2120

Hollas-Duncan Insurance Agency

1033 North US Highway 77 979-561-7169

Partners Insurance

714 Lyons Avenue 979-743-4148

Woodmen Life

742 South Jefferson Street, La Grange 979-968-8600

LIQUOR STORE

Schulenburg Liquor Store

317 Summit Street

979-743-4042

LODGING

Blackbird Farm

1488 FM 2503, Ellinger 713-818-9766

Blue Haus on High Hill 1649 US Highway 77 North 281-701-1085

Das Meyer Haus 527 Anderson Street 832-726-2286

Farmhouse Haven 5343 Schilhab Bottom Loop 713-542-1465

Goose’s Roost Ranch Cottages 815 Scotts School Road, Flatonia 361-772-8093

Hattie’s Haus 12020 FM 1383 979-250-1735

Middle Creek Place 2301 Demel Road 979-743-4907

Moore Ave. Cottage 1005 James Avenue 979-743-0307

Paradise Hill Resort 2700 Bruno Road 979-743-0570

Rosie’s Homestead 1111 Freyburg-Engle Road 713-315-1743

Summit House 508 Summit Street 559-280-8344

The Gathering at Mulberry Creek 5718 Kainer Road 210-831-7171

The Ranch Retreat 1826 County Road 283, Flatonia 210-831-7171

The Sinclair 1319 Summit Street 210-831-7171

Yellow Rose 2210 FM 615 979-966-5026

LODGING – HOTELS

Executive Inn 800 North US Highway 77 979-743-4590

Holiday Inn Express 200 Heinrich Street 979-307-5555

Olle Hotel 218 South Market Street, Flatonia 361-772-0310

LODGING – RV / CAMPING

Iron Horse RV Resort 2049 Interstate 10, Weimar 713-542-2528

Schulenburg RV Park 65 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-4388

MANUFACTURED HOME SALES

Fayette Country Homes 751 Huser Boulevard 979-743-6192

MANUFACTURING

Dairy Farmers of America 801 James Avenue 979-743-8700

Perdue Foods 1315 Russek Street 979-505-2797

Prime Industries 633 Oakland Road 979-743-6577

Prime Products, Inc. 601 South Main Street 979-743-6555

MARKETING / CONSULTING

Finchworks Creations Schulenburg 940-453-8803

MEAT MARKET / PROCESSING

Arlan’s Market 236 College Street 979-743-3159

City Market 109 Kessler Avenue 979-743-3440

SCHULENBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS DIRECTORY

Weimar Meat Company

2109 West Highway 90, Weimar

979-725-6203

Willie Joe’s Processing

2218 Krischke Road

979-561-8272

MEDICAL / HEALTH SERVICES

Crown Hospice

1406 East Red River, Victoria 361-575-5900

Healing Waves Massage Therapy

621 North Main Street, Ste. A 361-208-8228

Hospice Brazos Valley

1048 North Jefferson Street, La Grange 979-821-2266

Schulenburg Regency Home Health

80 North Kessler Street 979-743-4663

Tejas Health Care

890 East Travis, La Grange

979-968-2000

METAL ART

Mulberry Metalworks

3282 Smith Marek Road 979-505-0072

Twisted Steel Design

113 Post Office Street, Weimar 979-484-2122

MUSEUMS

E.A. Arnim Archives & Museum

101 East North Main Street, Flatonia 361-865-3455

Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery Historic Sites 414 State Loop 92, La Grange 979-968-5658

Schulenburg Historical Museum

631 North Main Street 979-743-2403

Stanzel Model Aircraft Museum

311 Baumgarten Street 979-743-6559

Texas Czech Heritage & Cultural Center 250 West Fairgrounds Road, La Grange 979-968-9399

Texas Polka Music Museum 712 Lyons Avenue 979-743-4752

NIGHTLIFE

Adolf’s Bar 233 College Street 979-743-6585

Cistern Country Store & Bar

12604 North State Highway 95, Flatonia 361-865-3655

Joe’s 621 North Main Street, Ste. B 979-743-4505

Moravia Store 11501 FM 957 979-562-2217

OFFICE SUPPLIES / PRINTING

Dewitt Poth & Son 102 West Street, Yoakum 361-293-3791

Schulenburg Printing & Office Supplies

705 Upton Avenue 979-743-4511

PEST CONTROL

Bugman, Inc. 1138 Highway 90 West, Weimar 979-725-8139

PHARMACY

Apothecary 38 East Avenue 979-743-3265

Your Hometown Pharmacy 104 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-7100

PHOTOGRAPHY

A Thousand Words Photography

Schulenburg 512-994-9181

Gary Carpenter Photography Flatonia 409-599-4695

PLUMBING

Leon’s Electric & Plumbing 719 Upton Avenue 979-743-3056

PROPANE DISTRIBUTOR

Tex Propane 100 South Main Street 979-743-3351

PUBLICATIONS

Fayette County Record 127 South Washington Street, La Grange 979-968-3155

Schulenburg Sticker 405 North Main Street 979-743-3450

Trips Publications 406 West Main Street, Ste. 105, Weimar 979-725-3080

REAL ESTATE

All City Real Estate 102 North Kessler Avenue 979-224-6234

Bubela Real Estate 603 North Main Street 979-743-4555

Hollas Real Estate 1033 North US Highway 77 979-561-7169

South Central Real Estate 135 Regency Drive 979-743-1737

Tri-County Realty, LLC 260 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-2159

RELIGIOUS

Freyburg Methodist Church

4520 FM 2238 979-217-1151

God’s Embrace Ministries 1601 High Hill Road 979-561-8883

Temple Israel 211 Baumgarten Street 979-562-2199

United Evangelical Lutheran Church 2038 FM 3171 979-561-5020

RENTALS

Mica Rentals / Outhouse Company 2662 Nickel-Mica Road, Flatonia 361-865-3871

Texas Tents 2049 Interstate 10, Weimar 713-724-0453

RESTORATION / CLEANING SERVICES

Servpro of Bastrop 1020 Highway 71, West Point 737-302-1373

SCREEN PRINTING / EMBROIDERY

Schulenburg Printing & Office Supply 705 Upton Avenue 979-743-4511

TreHouse Embroidery & More 107 East Main Street, Weimar 979-725-8844

SCHULENBURG CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS DIRECTORY

SENIOR SERVICES –ACTIVITIES

Anytime Fitness

501 North Main Street 979-505-5055

Schulenburg Family Fitness Center

145 Regency Avenue 979-743-2864

Senior Connections

1111 Bohlmann Avenue

979-743-3227

SENIOR SERVICES –ASSISTED LIVING / RETIREMENT College Place Assisted Living 210 College Street

979-743-6180

Jefferson Place Assisted Living

911 S. Jefferson Street, La Grange 979-968-9161

Schulenburg Regency Retirement Villas

205 East Avenue 979-743-4791

SENIOR SERVICES \ SKILLED NURSING

Schulenburg Regency Nursing Center 111 College Street 979-743-6537

SHOPPING

ACE Hardware

210 Heinrich Street 979-743-7077

Apothecary

38 East Avenue 979-743-3265

Audio-Video Plus 250 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4485

Crystal Threads

102 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-4846

E & S Fashion Shop

615 Summit Street 979-561-6461

Garden Company Marketplace 217 Kessler Avenue 979-743-4648

Grahmann’s True Value 515 North Main Street 979-743-4332

Habitat Home Supply 825 North Main Street 210-816-0942

Hallettsville Market Days Hallettsville 361-772-0938

Jack and Mary’s 610 Lyons Avenue 979-505-4061

Le Petite Gourmet Shoppe 226 West Colorado, La Grange 979-968-4000

Oakridge Smokehouse 712 North US Highway 77 979-743-3372

Potter Country Store 716 North US Highway 77 979-743-2600

The Flower Box 615 North Main Street 979-743-3219

The Hitching Post 14 North Kessler Avenue 979-743-4203

TreHouse Embroidery & More

107 East Main Street, Weimar 979-725-8844

Twisted Steel Design

113 Post Office Street, Weimar 979-484-2122

SHOPPING – ANTIQUES

Country Manor House

108 Kessler Avenue 713-306-1653

Czech’rd Dog

701 Lyons Avenue 832-875-5417

The Engle Emporium

402 Anderson Street & 609 Kessler Avenue

979-743-7000

TAX SERVICES

H & R Block

609 North Main Street 979-743-3656

Novak & Company

720 Lyons Avenue 979-743-3213

Renee H. Mikesky, CPA

2608 East US Highway 90 979-561-6227

TITLE COMPANY

Clear Title Company 230 West Colorado, La Grange

979-968-5885

TRANSPORTATION

CARTS

5300 Tucker Hill Lane, Cedar Creek 512-505-5623

Schuber bookings@schuber.co

979-484-7013

TROPHIES

Trophy Tech, LLC

130 East South Main Street, Flatonia 361-865-2721

UTILITIES

Audio-Video Plus

250 Kessler Avenue

979-743-4485

City of Schulenburg

535 North Main Street 979-743-4126

Colorado Valley Communications

4915 South US Highway 77, La Grange 979-242-5911

SCT Broadband 125 Keller Road, Smithville 512-360-4273

Sparklight 840 East Travis, La Grange 877-687-1332

VETERINARY / ANIMAL SERVICES

Gardenia Janssen Animal Shelter

240 Svoboda Lane, La Grange 979-966-0021

Schulenburg Veterinary Hospital

108 Upton Avenue 979-743-3147

WINERIES

Majek Vineyard & Winery

12508 FM 957 210-413-8912

Moravia Vineyard & Winery

12564 FM 957 713-449-7885

Whistling Duck Vineyards & Winery

1211 CR 273, Weimar 979-942-6420

YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS

Boys & Girls Clubs of Champion Valley

101 West Jackson, Weimar 979-725-8208

Children’s Advocacy Center

59 TX-150 Loop, Bastrop 512-321-6161

City of Schulenburg, Texas

Welcome to Schulenburg, halfway to everywhere and with a heart as big as Texas!

On behalf of myself, the city council and the citizens of Schulenburg, I welcome you to our town. I ask that if you’re passing through, either on Highway 77 or IH-10, exit and see what all we have to offer. Our downtown area has some unique shops and stores. We have a couple of museums that display and highlight various aspects of the history of our town. There are also unique stores along Highway 77, like a meat market where you can actually pick your fresh steak out of the showcase. There are some great eating places and some convenience stores that can accommodate all of your needs.

I was born and raised here and have no desire to live anywhere else. I graduated from Schulenburg High School and both of my children have, too. We also have a great private Catholic school that offers PK3 thru 8th grade classes. People always ask why I stayed and never moved away; I love the citizens. They are all willing to help when there is a need and your heart will feel the warmth and compassion that each one has. Schulenburg being home to the painted churches shows that. Everyone is so proud of the history that is preserved in these churches and everyone loves to talk about them.

I pray that your stay is enjoyable and that you will want to come visit us again. Be safe on the roads and God bless.

Mayor Connie Koopmann

Worship With Us!

Corinth Baptist Church

1201 Kessler Avenue

832-260-4992

Worship Sunday 10am

Crossroads Christian Fellowship

621 Lyons Avenue

979-743-7774

Worship Sunday 10:40am

First Baptist Church

110 North Upton Avenue

979-743-3621

Worship Sunday 10:45am

First United Methodist Church

209 North Upton Avenue

979-743-3333

Sunday Worship 10:30am

CITY OF SCHULENBURG

535 N. Main Street, Schulenburg, Texas 78956 979-743-4126 | schulenburgtx.org | contact@schulenburgtx.org

City Hall is open Monday - Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm Mayor Connie Koopmann | City Administrator Tami Walker

Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

German Catholic Church

St. Mary’s Catholic Church of High Hill

2833 FM 2672

979-743-3117

Worship Sunday 10:15am

St. James Missionary Baptist Church

1103 James Avenue

979-743-4022

Worship Sunday 8am

St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church

712 Summit Street

979-743-3426

Worship Sunday 10:30am

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church

1010 Lyons Avenue

979-743-3117

Worship Saturday 5pm, Worship Sunday

7:30am & 10am, Spanish Sunday noon

Temple Isreal

211 Baumgarten Street

979-562-2199

Worship on holidays: Passover, Rosh

Hashana, Yom Kippur and Chanukah

Zion Lutheran Church

103 Keuper Avenue

979-743-3842

Worship Sunday 10am

Mayor Connie Koopmann Schulenburg, Texas

Meet the Neighbors

FLATONIA - A charming town proud of their Czech and German heritage with beautiful landscapes, ranches and countryside surrounding the town. There are a wide variety of antique and gift shops, a pharmacy, and an old-world museum. Flatonia is still a well known and scenic spot for train watchers, boasting one of Texas’ longest standing, manually operated railroad switching towers with NorthSouth, East-West cross rails.

The 9-hole course at the Flatonia Golf Course facility features 3,056 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36. The fairways are narrow and the greens are elevated. Flatonia Golf Course is located at 1245 East US Highway 90.

HALLETTSVILLE - Their annual Kolache Festival every September offers a full day of family entertainment. The day starts off with the Kolache Fest Parade on the town square, then moves to the Hallettsville Knights of Columbus Hall for the domino tournament, kolache bake-off, polka music, arts and crafts booths, kolaches and more!

LA GRANGE - La Grange is nestled along the Colorado River and features history, beauty, festivals, museums, concerts, antiques, air shows, feasts, and an annual county country fair. Drive only 22 scenic miles to visit Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery State Historic Sites, 414 State Loop 92. Open daily; the park is free to the public.

WEIMAR - Weimar’s picturesque downtown bustles with businesses, shops, great eateries, antique shops and a tavern where locals play dominoes and German card games. You’ll also want to stop by and see St. Michael Catholic Church, a structure you can’t miss ... just look for the steeple that can be seen before you reach the town itself.

Established as a Mission in 1888, the imposing edifice was constructed of Elgin brick by Italian and Mexican craftsmen directed by contractors L. M. and J. C. Dielmann of San Antonio. The Gothic revival architectural style reflects the central European heritage of the Czechoslovakian and German settlers.

From top, Southern Produce Gallery in Flatonia offers an artistic journey; Hallettsville is a short drive for springtime wildflowers; Monument Hill in La Grange offers tours full of Texas history; Weimar’s Gedenke! Festival is a family-friendly event, always Mother’s Day weekend.

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535 N Main St.

Schulenburg, TX 78956

979-743-4126

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