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The Weimar Area Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to our community! Whether you are here visiting for a day or staying for a lifetime, our small town has much to offer. Conveniently located on I-10 between Houston and San Antonio, you’ll find we aren’t too far from the city while still offering a desirable small-town, friendly atmosphere.

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In the Weimar area you’ll find a variety of things to see and do regardless of your age or interests. From our downtown specialty shops to our winery perfectly situated along a country road, there’s no doubt you’ll find a place to have fun and relax. Stop by our public library for a good book and an educational workshop or swing by one of our many ballfields to catch a game. You’ll also want to check out our walking trails within the municipal golf course and enjoy a quiet stroll in peaceful surroundings. After that, we invite you to take a walk into the past. Our Weimar Heritage Museum will fill you in on the chronicles of our community with several unique artifact displays from times past.

We welcome you to Weimar and invite you to take in all our community has to offer!

Welcome to one of the cleanest towns in Texas. Many of the Czech and German family descendants still live in Weimar and are some of the friendliest people around.

Weimar welcomes all who want to visit for a day or search for a new place to live. Come enjoy our culture, history, sports, food and charm.

Weimar Mayor Milton Koller

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Historical Weimar, Texas COMMUNITY FINDS THEIR PLACE ON THE MAP IN 1873, CONTINUES MOVING FORWARD TODAY

Centrally located on Interstate 10 and US 90 between San Antonio, Austin, and Houston, Weimar is a friendly community founded by mostly Czech and German descendants.

years. It would soon be known far and wide for pecans, dairy, and poultry products. The Weimar Mercury, the first town newspaper that still exists today, was established in 1888.

Weimar was founded in 1873 when it was discovered that the Galveston, Harrisburg and San Antonio Railway was going to be constructed through the area. The town was first named Jackson, after D. W. Jackson, a native Georgian who donated land for the railroad and town site. The name Jackson didn’t stick and the majority promptly chose the name Weimar. An early account says that resident Thomas W. Pierce visited Weimar, Germany, and was favorably impressed, passing on encouragement to others that their new town should be its namesake.

Industry and agriculture continue to dominate the area today. Weimar was well known for leading the area in sheetmetal works, oil field gasket manufacturing, feed, poultry, corn, pecans and beef.

The Weimar post office was established in 1873 and was incorporated in 1875. Weimar started with only a few hundred people but grew to over 1,000 residents in only ten

A strong history of baseball exists in Weimar. Veterans Park - Strickland Field was ahead of its time when it was built in 1948, and was the first lighted baseball field between San Antonio and Houston. Veterans Park remains a state-ofthe-art baseball stadium, having hosted a Babe Ruth League World Series Tournament in 2005.

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A Few Highlights of Weimar VISITORS WILL WANT TO EXPERIENCE ALL OF THESE WEIMAR GEMS CITY PARKS AND OPEN SPACES improve our physical and psychological health, strengthen our communities, and make our cities and neighborhoods more attractive places to live and work. Weimar’s abundance of outdoor spaces is a boon for both visitors and residents alike, and a source of pride for Weimar Mayor Milton Koller.

“When the master plan we put together for the community came out, the priority for folks was recreation for the youth,” said Koller.

maintained course that features one lake and a good amount of trees. The course rating is 34.0 and it has a slope rating of 115 on Bermuda grass. It features 3,041 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 36.

The Weimar Golf Course can be reached at 979-725-8624 for more information. The course is located at 1481 US-90 in Weimar and open Tuesday through Sunday, 8 a.m. until sunset. They are closed on national holidays, Christmas Day, Thanksgiving Day and Easter morning.

Hill Memorial Park encompasses softball fields, wooded walking trails that are ADA accessible, sand volleyball courts, a playscape, and a nine-hole golf course that is ranked 17th of the best nine-hole courses in Texas.

Hill Memorial Park is located at 1481 US-90 and Municipal Park, with its new playground, state-of-the-art pool and splash pad, is located at 106 West Market Street in Weimar.

The Weimar Golf Course offers members and guests, at a reasonable price, a golfing experience second to none in the area. The course is a pleasure to play for golfers of all skill levels. The pro shop and maintenance staff are friendly, knowledgeable, and committed to helping all golfers have a pleasureable experience. Weimar’s golf club is a short, well-

ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL CATHOLIC CHURCH is located at 410 North Center Street and is a popular destination among those interested in history and architecture.

The church was established as a Mission in 1888, by Father

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Edward Brucklin, who became the first resident priest in 1892.

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.

HERITAGE SOCIETY MUSEUM is located at 125 East Main Street and is open Wednesdays from 2 to 4 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free and group tours are available on other days. Call 979-725-8203 or 979-725-8478 for more information.

Whistling Duck Vineyards & Winery is located at 1211 County Road 273 in Weimar.

Housed in the Old Hill Bank building, the Heritage Society Museum of Weimar focuses on exhibits tracing the city’s history, beginning with the original land grant from the Spanish government to Henry Austin in 1831. Surveying tools and personal effects of Weimar’s founder, D.W. Jackson, are displayed.

The Main Street area of the museum gives a fascinating glimpse of life into Weimar’s early days. Strolling down “the street,” visitors can view a doctor’s office with a full-size skeleton on a stand beside an old-fashioned examining table. In view is an amputation kit and a wooden leg belonging to Peg-Leg Strunk, an early area rancher.

WHISTLING DUCK VINEYARDS AND WINERY began with John and Kari Cooke and Stan and Mary Beth Johnson, who started with 50 vines in 2007. Today, those 50 vines have grown to cover over four acres. The Cookes and Johnsons have worked very hard at creating wines that draw in guests from all around the area - and the word is spreading fast. Although it’s the outstanding wine that keeps guests coming back, it’s also the consistent flow of entertainment that they find at The Duck, an affectionate moniker given by their fans. You’ll find them at 1211 County Road 273.

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mall town single-screen movie theaters (aka picture shows) are largely chronicles of an era replaced by corporate, multiscreen cinemas. While some of the original buildings still stand, many are dark and empty. Fortunately, this is not the case in downtown Weimar. Thanks to new owners Todd and Dana Sherrill, the old Palace Theater is getting her next chance to shine.

Since opening in 2019, Twisted Steel Design has already made its mark in Weimar as a unique and artsy retail shop, where customers can find one-of-a-kind gifts and décor. In addition, owners Todd and Dana Sherrill provide art classes for novice and experienced artists alike.

A talented welder from a young age, Todd has always had a penchant for creating. His true passion is working with metals; hence the name Twisted Steel Design.

Todd’s talent, however, is not limited to metalwork, as can be seen in the current renovations of the Palace Theater building.

Though admittedly “crafty,” Dana did not choose art as a career initially. “I refinished furniture when I was young. Then I went to college,” Dana humbly stated, “I got a masters in physics. I was an engineer for twelve years.” Wanting to escape the corporate world, she reconnected with her artistic side. Dana found her passion for restoring furniture came back quite naturally.

Needing a larger space to offer art classes, Todd and Dana were encouraged to purchase the old Palace Theater directly across the street from their shop.

Todd explained, “I was shown the building; I went and walked through and that was about the extent of it. I called the owner and we worked out a price.” Laughing, Dana chimed in, “the only thing holding the doors closed was a screwdriver.” A fixer-upper, the theater’s chairs had been removed prior to purchase and much of the flooring and walls needed to be replaced. “We had the front entryway re-stuccoed and new tile put down,” Todd described.

From top, photo taken during the patina angel wings class (courtesy of Dana Sherrill); a look inside one of the old movie projectors.

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Everybody has stories about the old theater

Conversely, the upstairs film room was intentionally left in its original state. In unison, Todd and Dana verified, “The original projectors, picture tubes, strikers, exhaust fan” are as they found them. Todd acknowledged, “some people just want to see the old picture area.” Though dusty, the nostalgic equipment is truly a step back in time.

Top right, view of the theater from an opening in the film room upstairs; above, the original doors (newly restored) of the Palace Theater’s main entrance; set of iron angel wings used as a sample to show results of the patina process

Built in 1932, the Palace Theater functioned as a classic picture show until the late 1980s.

After the theater’s closing, the building served briefly as a bar/night club. And, though primarily vacant for two decades, Weimar locals will remember the building periodically being transformed into a haunted house at Halloween and hosting pageants for the Gedenke! Festival.

Todd and Dana have been invigorated by locals who want to share their childhood memories.

“Everybody has stories about the old theater,” Todd began. “They remember seeing a specific movie or bringing a girlfriend here.” Dana

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continued, “people tell us, ‘I ran the projector’ or ‘my mom ran the projector.’” Those stories help to breathe life into the old theater.

Though the restorations continue, the building has already held several art classes. The largest of the classes thus far hosted over thirty people who had the joy of creating a pair of unique iron-carved angel wings. This specific class was a true joint effort for Todd and Dana.

“I’m the metal guy;” stated Todd. “I cut the wings.” Dana jumped in, “I designed them, and he helped me do the finishing touches.”

Class participants were then guided through creating a colorful patina finish of their choice.

Twisted Steel Design offers a variety of classes from pour painting to holiday projects to open paint bar evenings. Classes include instruction and all materials to complete a project and take it home. Go see for yourself in the old Palace Theater building at 110 East Post Office Street.

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Weimar Meat Company KEVIN AND SADIE ELSTNER TALK ABOUT THEIR NEW VENTURE In a perfect world, two quandaries can be solved concurrently with one unified answer. Such was the case when the Elstner and Kasper families found a win-win resolution that advanced everyone involved.

When it became difficult for Kevin and Sadie Elstner to find a place to process their cattle, Kevin declared, “I’ll just have to build my own packing house.”

After learning at a dinner party that the local processing plant may be for sale, Kevin inquired further. Soon he and Sadie were the proud new owners of Kasper Processing. Out of respect to the Kasper family, Kevin and Sadie attempted to keep the name of the plant. Unfortunately, marketing and

logistics became too difficult, so the name was changed to Elstner Meat Processing LLC dba Weimar Meat Company.

For third generation rancher Kevin Elstner, ranching is in his blood.

“My grandfathers on both sides were ranchers,” Kevin confirmed. “My father worked for a packing plant back in the 70’s.” During part of his childhood, Kevin’s father was a butcher and his mother wrapped meat at Rubin’s Grocery in Weimar.

Sadie, on the other hand, gained much of her knowledge through their children’s activities. “Kaleb and Emily showed junior commercial steers

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for both Houston and San Antonio livestock shows,” explained Sadie, “and they showed commercial heifers at the Colorado County Fair.” Being involved for many years with the livestock show projects, Sadie learned everything from genetics to beef and carcass quality. “I didn’t realize how much I knew until I owned my own packing house,” Sadie laughed.

After several months of renovations and upgrades to meet current standards, the newly owned processing plant was up and running in February 2022. “We kept all the employees that were here,” Kevin stated, including Freddie Blaha who still serves as a main butcher. “We were nervous,”

Sadie remembered, “because experienced butchers are hard to find but to our surprise they agreed to stay with us.”

The original packing house began operating over a century ago; in the 1950s another structure was built. And, in the mid-1970s, the current building was constructed. “It’s really amazing,” Sadie marveled, “the architecture that went into planning and building this plant. Our beef is literally twice the size today, and they were prepared then for what we still use.” The original railings and hooks are still in use; the plant has a holding capacity of eighty cows.

Opening any business can be risky, but Kevin and Sadie have confidence in the cattle industry, their customers, and their company. “People want to know where their beef comes from,” Kevin verified. Farm to table producers, the Elstners raise and process their own cattle for retail. However, their own products are only a portion of the livestock that comes through the processing plant. “Farm to table is huge right now,” Sadie added, “ninety percent of our customers raise their own beef. We process it, package it, and put their private label on it.” In addition to beef, Weimar Meat Company processes pigs, sheep, and goats. A variety of meat products and retail items are available for purchase as well.

The Elstners’ success is due in no small part to the family’s cohesive work ethic. While ranching is a full-time job for Kevin and Kaleb, Sadie works daily at the processing plant.

In addition, Sadie’s oldest son Joshua helps at Weimar Meat Company on weekends and their daughter Emily works in the summer while home from college.

Elstner Meat Processing LLC, Weimar Meat Company is located at 2109 W Highway 90. For more information, call 979-725-6203 or visit their Facebook page.

Facing page, from left, signage on Hwy 90 at entrance to the processing plant; hog carcass being identified to be sure tags and paperwork are correct.

Above left, owners Sadie and Kevin Elstner stand amid cattle carcasses ready for processing; top right, décor items available for purchase; bottom, butcher Freddie Blaha makes beef patties for packaging fresh packaged meats.

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Holman Valley Steakhouse WENDEE GALLEYMORE PROVES TO BE MORE THAN YOUR TYPICAL RESTAURATEUR The building Holman Valley Steakhouse and Dance Hall call home has a rich past, a secure present, and a promising future. Over a century after its premiere the entire structure is not only standing, it is thriving.

Dating back to 1888, the original building was a general mercantile for the budding community of Holman. Back in the day, at various intervals, the current building boasted a general store, bar/saloon, and dance hall; it also served as a post office and voting precinct. Opened as a restaurant in 1984, Holman Valley Steakhouse was owned and operated

by David & Judy Hajovsky for 30 years. Wendee Galleymore purchased the restaurant and property from the Hajovskys in 2014 and currently accommodates a packed house every weekend.

More than a successful restaurateur, Wendee is an exceptional person with an enormous heart. As I interviewed Wendee about her restaurant, she did not mention menu items or sales or seating capacity. Instead, she bragged about her employees, past and present, and discussed people she has collaborated with to bring about positive change.

In 2017 Wendee was approached by friends wanting to rent the entire restaurant for a rehearsal dinner. Not wanting to close the restaurant to the public, Wendee offered the couple an exciting alternative. “Come here,” Wendee told them, “Let me show you this.” That was the sentence that led to the revival of the dance hall at Holman Valley Steakhouse; the

From top, Wendee Galleymore stands on the front porch of her restaurant; thick-cut pork chops are a menu favorite, shown here with fresh green beans and grilled potatoes.

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last recorded dance had taken place in 1959. Having served as a giant storage area for decades, Wendee admitted, “it was literally full of junk, but we brought it back to life.” Since then, the stage has featured such classics as Moe Bandy and Johnny Lee as well as a variety of newcomers and local artists.

Being raised alongside a brother with special needs, Wendee is keenly aware of the challenges faced by both special children and their families. Over the years, Wendee has been a sincere and active advocate for these children and teens. Not only employing these teens, Wendee also teaches them how to budget, assists them in continuing their education, and helps them find careers.

they performed that night. There wasn’t a dry eye in the house.” A family gathering with over 300 in attendance, the event raised $25,000 for the Turtle Wing Foundation, a local organization that helps children with learning disabilities.

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This past spring Wendee teamed up with singer Curtis Grimes and the Turtle Wing Foundation to offer an unforgettable evening for a record crowd. “It was absolutely amazing.” Wendee smiled, “Curtis and his entire band worked with the kids during lunch, and

While dining at Holman Valley Steakhouse, I had the good fortune to be seated near Carlton Baca. Mr. Baca is a 92-year-old, young-atheart gentleman who remembers the general store and dance hall in the 1940s. “One time my aunt and uncle dropped my cousin and me off at the river to camp out for a few days, and we walked up to the store for groceries,” recalled Mr. Baca. A loyal customer, Mr. Baca can be found dining at Holman Valley Steakhouse with his daughter and son-in-law every weekend.

Holman Valley Steakhouse is located between Weimar and La Grange at 10204 FM155. Find information about the restaurant and Dance Hall online at holmansteakhouse.com and on their Facebook page.

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Meet Gonzalo Garcia MORE THAN JUST A SPOT ON THE MAP, WEIMAR IS FOREVER HOME TO THIS FAYETTE SAVINGS BANKER Living in Weimar his entire life, Gonzalo Garcia is fiercely loyal to his community. Known since childhood as “Gonzie” by family and friends, Gonzalo attended St. Michael Catholic School and graduated from Weimar High School, where he ran track and cross country.

Gonzalo worked at Gindlers department store in downtown Weimar until it closed in 1999, at which time he was offered a job at Flatonia State Bank. In addition to a new job, he was given a new nickname. “My boss gave me the name Gonzo, so that’s my banking name,” Gonzalo laughed. Twenty-five years later, Gonzalo remains passionate about banking, currently serving as a personal banker at Fayette Savings Bank in Weimar.

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Facing page, from top, the street view of Fayette Savings Bank of Weimar; Gonzalo Garcia is ready to help the next customer at Fayette Savings Bank. Left, the friendly staff at Fayette Savings Bank; above, personal banker Shannon Rosenauer and lobby manager Jennifer Moring check their totals before making deposits.

“I enjoy helping people,” Gonzalo stated, “I especially like helping our Hispanic customers. They can relate to me because I speak Spanish and they’re comfortable with me.

A lot of them will even ask for me to wait on them. It makes me feel good.”

Gonzalo’s passion for helping people is easily witnessed outside his workday. Active in many community endeavors, Gonzalo is a committed member of Weimar Rotary Club. Named in honor of the rotary member who started the project, Gonzalo talked about the David McCoskey Memorial Coat Drive. “I help set up the annual coat drive.

We put barrels out at the school and at city hall and here at the bank,” Gonzalo explained. Working in conjunction with Weimar FFA, the donated coats are distributed to children and adults in need.

By choice, Gonzalo has remained in his hometown because he loves the friendliness of the small town. “Weimar always

seems to come together,” Gonzalo said matter-of-factly.

Gonzalo shared examples of tragedy and of joy – a family needing funds for their son’s burial and students needing financial assistance to go on a high school band trip to Disney World. Whatever the situation, Gonzalo confirmed, “when someone needs something, people in Weimar step up.”

Gonzalo’s current boss, Jennifer Moring, describes Gonzalo as an amazing and caring person. “I can always count on him to get the job done,” Jennifer affirmed. Because the two had worked together at a previous bank, Jennifer recalled, “When this job (Gonzalo’s current position) came open, he was the first person I thought of. Gonzalo is a great worker, and I was happy to fill the position locally.”

Gonzalo Garcia can be found during banking hours at Fayette Savings Bank in Weimar, 709 S Eagle Street. The bank is online at fayettesavings.com.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS JANUARY • Weimar Lions Club Chili & Stew Supper • Turtle Wing Toast at Sengelmann Hall in Schulenburg • Weimar Knights of Columbus Free Throw Competition • St. Michael Catholic School Chicken Strip Dinner - Always Last Sunday FEBRUARY • Weimar Encore Lions Club Scholarship Dinner • FFA Stock Show & Sale • Weimar Knights of Columbus Free Throw Competition • St. Michael Catholic School Boozy Bingo MARCH • Weimar Rotary Club Pancake Supper • Friends of the Library Spring Break Event Monday of Spring Break • Boys & Girls State Barbecue Scholarship Fundraiser • St. Michael School Crawfish Boil APRIL • St. Michael Church Spring Festival • Oakland’s Fireman’s Festival • Trinity Lutheran Church Annual Lunch & Raffle • Weimar Encore Lions Blood Drive

MAY • Weimar Garden Club Annual Plant Sale - Always First Saturday • Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale - Always First Saturday • Annual Jack Hooper Day at the Ballpark & Homerun Derby at Wolters Park, Schulenburg – First Saturday • Weimar Chamber of Commerce Gedenke! - Always Mother’s Day Weekend • Weimar Encore Lions Club Pie Contest and Auction at Gedenke!

• Weimar Rotary Gedenke! Fun Run • Oakridge Volunteer Fire Department Chicken Fried Steak Dinner & Raffle • Weimar Lions Club Kid Fish • St. Michael Catholci School Golf Tournament JUNE • Friends of the Library Discover and Adventure • Juneteenth Celebration • Calvary Baptist Vacation Bible School JULY • Sts. Cyril & Methodius Picnic in Dubina • Boys and Girls Clubs Taste of Columbus • Weimar VFD Golf Tournament AUGUST • St. Michael Church Harvest Feast • Weimar Encore Lions Blood Drive • St. Michael Catholic Daughter’s Garage Sale SEPTEMBER • Colorado County Go Texan Scholarship Fundraiser - Always Third Saturday • Colorado County Fair - Always Second Weekend, verify with coordinators

OCTOBER • St. Michael Catholic School Night on the Town Always First Saturday • Weimar Garden Club Scarecrow Contest • Turtle Wing Monster Dash – Always Third Saturday • Trick or Treat Around the Track – Always Monday prior to Halloween • First United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat – Always Halloween night • Weimar VFD Turkey and Dressing Dinner - Always Last Sunday • Boys and Girls Clubs Swing and Blast • Rotary Club Annual Car Show • Oakridge VFD Chili Cook-Off, Raffle and Auction NOVEMBER • Weimar Encore Lions Club Bake Sale - Always First Saturday • Weimar Public Library Open House DECEMBER • Chamber of Commerce Down Home Christmas Lighted Parade • Weimar Chamber of Commerce Sip ‘N Shop First Saturday • Lions Club Children’s Christmas • Weimar Encore Lions Blood Drive • Weimar Garden Club Lighting Contest ONGOING EVENT • Knights of Columbus Fish Frys - Held on Fridays for Six Weeks After Ash Wednesday

Weimar’s Gedenke!

Festival

Loosely translated from German, the word gedenke means think of or remember; thus the festival is held in hopes local residents will remember their hometown and attend the festival. The festival includes games for all ages, a biergarten, several live bands, a parade, arts and crafts, a barbecue cook-off, and a 5k fun run/walk. There is no charge for admission or parking.

Our beloved festival grew from the combination of several local festivals and is now the city’s main celebration each year on Mother’s Day weekend.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS SIP AND SHOP - The Weimar Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Sip ‘N Shop is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season! Guests can shop ‘til they drop throughout Downtown Weimar while enjoying delicious wine, light bites, and live music. Purchase a souvenir cup for complimentary wine tastings. Sip ‘N Shop happens annually in December. For more information, email the Weimar Chamber of Commerce at info@weimarchamber. com.

FARMERS MARKET - The Weimar Area Chamber of Commerce Farmers Market is held from March through November on the second Saturday of every month at 201 West Main Street in Weimar. Local farmers and vendors will be on hand selling the fruits of their labor.

There is no fee to participate but vendors must notify the Chamber to reserve a space. Come on out and enjoy fresh veggies, canned goods, arts and crafts, plants, and so much more! For more information, email the Weimar Chamber of Commerce at info@weimarchamber.com.

DOWN HOME CHRISTMAS - The Weimar Area Chamber of Commerce’s Down Home Christmas features the annual Lighted Christmas Parade. The parade takes place at night and floats are decked out with thousands of colorful, twinkling lights. Santa Claus is on hand to visit with both the young and young at heart. For more information, email the Weimar Chamber of Commerce at info@weimarchamber.com.

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BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT | by Kara Kleimann

COMING HOME

Jim Sanders of Cavender Auto Country WEIMAR NATIVE SHARES HIS PASSION FOR HIS HOMETOWN “Living the dream” is everyone’s goal. Happily, Jim Sanders is doing just that, but his “dream” went through a few revisions before reaching full fruition.

Jim Sanders sold his first vehicle thirty years ago. “The first car I sold was a 1994 Honda Accord special edition,” Jim began. “It was Heather Mist which I remember because my sales manager told me ‘This is a hard color to find so we have to hold the price.’ I hung in there and somehow convinced the customers to buy it. I was happy; they were happy. I was hooked,” Jim laughed. “I’ve loved the car business ever since.”

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Born and raised in Weimar, Jim is a 1984 graduate of Weimar High School. “I moved away after high school and went to school at UT Austin,” Jim shared, “I was a voice major and became an opera singer and sang opera professionally for a couple years.” Then, Jim went into the restaurant business. “I helped open the first la Madeleine in the Houston area,” Jim confirmed.

While he was successful on the opera stage as well as in the restaurant business, he did not encounter his true passion until he was hired by Gillman Honda in 1994. Starting in Rosenberg, and ending up in San Antonio, Jim had found his niche in the car business. In 2014, Jim began his career with the Cavender dealerships. Five years later, Jim was delighted when he was offered a new opportunity. “Stephen Cavender

called and said ‘I’ve got a surprise for you. How would you like to take over Brasher Motor Company in Weimar?’”

Jim admitted, “It was a dream come true. I was going home.”

Shortly after moving back to Weimar, Jim and his family purchased and moved into the house his grandparents had called home throughout his childhood. “About eight months after moving to town,” Jim explained, “my grandparents’ house went up for sale. I bought it the same day.”

Actively involved in his community, Jim is a member of the Rotary Club, Lions Club, Economic Development Council and the Chamber of Commerce for Weimar. Jim also proudly serves on the Weimar ISD School Board. “I have three children in the Weimar schools.

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I got on the school board because I want to make sure our school system is following the same path it has been. I’m very happy with the Weimar schools,” Jim confirmed. “I love the teachers. I love the culture … even back when I graduated, the school system did a lot to prepare me for the world … I felt almost an obligation to give back to the school. I’m a Weimar Wildcat through and through.”

Jim Sanders is the general manager of Cavender Auto Country at 1700 I-10 East in Weimar, and online at cavenderautocountryweimar.com.

Facing page, Jim Sanders stands in the Cavenders showroom with a new convertible Corvette Stingray; above, one of Cavender’s mechanics works under the hood of a GMC Acadia.

WEIMAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DIRECTORY ACCOUNTING/BOOKKEEPING Michna Bookkeeping and Tax Service 109 East Post Office Street 979-725-9561 AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING Sustr’s Air Conditioning & Heating 979-561-8360 Winkler’s Air Conditioning & Electric 1513 North Highway 77, Schulenburg 979-725-6242 ART Twisted Steel Design 113 East Post Office Street 979-484-2122 ATTORNEY Ryan & Dawson, Attorneys 770 South Post Oak Street STE 600, Houston 713-960-1555 AUTOMOTIVE SALES/SERVICE Cavender Auto Country 1700 Interstate 10 979-725-8515 Don’s Repair Shop 307 East Main Street 979-725-8324 Stavinoha Tire Pros 716 South Eagle Street 979-725-8567 BUTANE GAS/EQUIPMENT Butane Gas and Equipment Highway Motor Co. & Seifert Oil 215 East Main Street 979-725-6717 CHURCH Calvary Baptist 710 South Eagle Street 979-725-6832 Eqippers Outreach Fellowship 200 North College Street 832-257-7776 Faith Lutheran Church 615 South Eagle Street 979-725-6186 First United Methodist Church 301 West St. Charles 979-725-6785

Weimar United Church of Christ 403 West Main Street 979-725-8315

Mark Thayer Home Improvements & Repairs 979-618-1316

The Oaks at High Hill 1800 Bruno Road, Schulenburg 512-228-1351

COMMUNITY/CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS

Pesak Brothers Construction, Inc. 519 South East Street 979-725-1500

Whistling Duck Winery 1211 County Road 273 979-733-7582

Seybro Door & Weatherstrip 405 South Eagle Street 979-725-8911

EXERCISE/FITNESS

Boys & Girls Club of Champion Valley 101 West Jackson Street 979-725-8208 CASA For Kids, South Central Texas 1500 South Day Street, Brenham 979-277-0088 Colorado County Fair Association 1146 Crossroads Boulevard, Columbus 979-732-7571 Colorado County Habitat for Humanity 979-732-5677

DINING, DRINKS AND SWEETS

Texas Fight Lab 200 South Eagle Street, Unit B 979-702-8749

Holman Valley Steakhouse 10204 FM 155, La Grange 979-263-4188

On Pointe Studio & Events 1201 Kessler Avenue, Schulenburg 979-803-2088

Hound Song Brewing Co. 535 Walnut Street, Columbus 979-500-4253

EXTERMINATOR

Liberty Bell Sweet Treats www.libertybellsweettreats.com

Columbus Historical Preservation Trust 979-732-5135

OST Creamery 525 Walnut Street, Columbus 979-732-4146

Jordan Ranch 2123 FM 2238, Schulenburg 832-875-8350

Snowflake Donuts 201 South Eagle Street 979-725-5048

Rotary Club of Weimar 979-820-7868

Sweets on West Street 100 South West Street 979-255-9800

The Wellness Council of Greater Colorado Valley 979-732-0648 Weimar Encore Lions Club 979-263-5496 Weimar Lions Club 713-208-1112 COMPUTER/ TELECOMMUNICATIONS Colorado Valley Communications 4915 South Highway 77, La Grange 979-242-5911 CompuCleaner 979-743-1199

The Good Eats Stop 1146 County Road 250 979-733-7555 Turbo Joe’s Pizzeria 102 Townsend Drive, #B Next to Sure Stay Hotel Whistling Duck Winery 1211 County Road 273 979-733-7582 DISTRIBUTION - FUEL Patriot Fuel Distributors, LLC 2340 Highway 77 North, Hallettsville 361-772-8658 ENTERTAINMENT/RENTALS

Sparklight Internet 903-357-5838

Darrel Appelt Music 979-732-4777

CONSTRUCTION/ CONTRACTORS

Monkee Bizzness Band 409-770-4554

Cowboy Construction 979-733-2720 Heller Materials 406 West Main Street, STE 155 979-725-3000

Splashway Water Park 5211 Main Street, Sheridan 979-234-7718

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Bugman of Weimar 1138 Highway 90 979-725-8139 Kainer Pest Control 100 West Main Street 979-725-8985 FINANCE/INSURANCE Bubela Insurance Partners 714 Lyons Avenue, Schulenburg 979-743-4148 Country Tax and Financial Services 2405 Dubina Weimar Road 979-263-5552 Edward Jones Jimmy Heger, Financial Advisor 116 East Post Office 979-725-2212 Fayette Savings Bank 709 South Eagle Street 979-725-1030 Generations Wealth Advisors 600 South Eagle Street 979-825-8860 Hill Bank & Trust Co. 201 East Main Street 979-725-9575 Hollub Financial Services 2 Jackson Square 979-725-1111 Prosperity Bank 201 North Center Street 979-725-9401 FUNERALS/MONUMENT SERVICE Capitol Monument 830-672-7929

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REAL ESTATE

Lasting Details by Lauren 1034 County Road 205A 832-367-0118

Bubela Real Estate 714 Lyons Avenue, Schulenburg 979-743-4148

Photos by Lydia 1090 Menis Road 937-728-0695

Tri-County Real Estate 707 South Eagle Street 979-725-6006

PLUMBING

SHOPPING

Weimar Home Furnishers, Inc. 210 West Main Street 979-725-8455

Columbus Plumbing, LLC 2105 Walnut Street, Columbus 979-732-3691

Antiques on Main 113 East Main Street 979-725-6270

Weimar Liquor 202 North Center Street 979-500-3362

Western Heritage Plumbing, LLC 1230 FM 2434 9779-484-2803

Cavender Auto Country 1700 Interstate 10 979-725-8515

Weimar Meat Company 2109 Highway 90 979-725-6203

PORTABLE BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS

Cattleman’s Brand Seasoning, LLC 361-571-6759

LODGING – RV PARKS

Knight Outdoor Products 1758 Interstate 10 281-608-2808

Flowers By Judy 123 East Post Office Street 979-725-6534

Weimar Trophies 119 East Main Street 979-725-8354

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

Muleshoe Buildings 1264 Highway 71 Business, Columbus 979-484-1437

Gathered Goods 125 East Post Office Street 979-743-6298

Splashway Water Park 5211 Main Street, Sheridan 979-234-7718

Weimar Portable Buildings 1948 Highway 90 979-263-4146

Under the Stars RV Park 1610 County Road 253 979-633-7773

PUBLIC UTILITIES

Hubbard Funeral Home 216 East Jackson Square 979-725-8561 HEALTHCARE/MEDICAL SERVICES 1st Texas Home Health 121 East Main Street 979-725-6647 Van Houten Medical Company 206 East Jackson Street 979-484-2661 Youens & Duchicela Clinic 402 Youens Drive 979-725-8545 IRRIGATION Texas Irrigation & Pipe 1870 Frelsburg Road, Cat Spring 979-732-3970

MANUFACTURING Deep South Manufacturing 979-263-4146 UTEX Industries 605 U-TEX Drive 979-725-8503

City of Weimar 106 East Main Street 979-725-8554 Fayette Electric Cooperative, Inc. 357 North Washington Street, La Grange 979-968-3181

Handy Stop Drive-In 301 West Main Street 979-725-9029

Wick’s Western Auto 105 North Center Street 979-725-6525 TRASH – DISPOSAL All Star Roll Off 979-966-9726 VENUE The Oaks at High Hill 1800 Bruno Road, Schulenburg 512-228-1351

Landa’s Back Porch Gardens 511 West Main Street 979-725-8885

VETERINARY AND PET SERVICES

Lowe’s Market 306 South Eagle 979-725-8253

MASSAGE THERAPY

M-G Farm Service Center 201 East Post Office Street 979-725-8584

Momma Bear Massage 206 East Jackson Street 940-902-4833

San Bernard Electric Cooperative 4285 Highway 71 South, Columbus 800-364-3171

Main Package Store 500 South Eagle Street 979-725-6269

MUSEUM

PUBLICATIONS

Stanzel Museum 311 Baumgarten Street, Schulenburg 979-743-6559

The Colorado County Citizen 2024 Business Highway 71 South, Columbus 979-732-2304

Mary’s Pool Service 101 West Main Street 979-725-6964

PHARMACY

The Banner Press Newspaper 1217 Bowie Street, Columbus 979-732-6243 Trips Publications, LLC 406 West Main Street, STE 105 979-725-3080

Twisted Steel Design 113 East Post Office Street 979-484-2122

Kasper’s Meat Market 119 East Post Office Street 979-725-8227

LCRA 3700 Lake Austin Boulevard, Austin 979-229-5711

The Pharmacy Shop of Weimar 406 Youens Street 979-725-6713

Tre-House Embroidery 107 East Main Street 979-725-8844

Prestige Office Products 202 East Jackson Street 979-725-8422 The Front Yard 2576 West Highway 90 979-263-4125 Tin Star 101 East Main Street 979-743-5513

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Barks ‘n Bobbers Pet Care, LLC www.barksnbobbers.com 512-988-1557 Ruff Cuts and Shampoodles 700 South Eagle Street 979-484-2963 WHOLESALE FOODS J Bar B Foods 1078 Highway 90 830-788-7511 WORKFORCE Personnel Services 503 Lyons Avenue, Schulenburg 979-743-2604

Kevin and Sadie Elstner have owned and operated Elstner Cattle Company in Weimar, Texas since the late ‘90s. Their cattle are naturally raised, hormone-free, antibioticfree, grass fed, natural grain finished and never leave the ranch until it’s time to slaughter.

In 2022 they purchased Kasper’s Slaughter and Packing House, now known as Elstner Meat Processing, dba Weimar Meat Company also in Weimar, Texas. They raise, feed, slaughter, and process all in Weimar.

Their 100% natural beef products are the prime example of the true meaning “Farm to Table”.

State Inspected Processing Facility Wholesale and Retail Available Weimar Sausage-Naturally Smoked Sausage, Gluten and Allergen Free Weimar Pecan Smoked Bacon Custom Prossessing for Beef, Pork, Goat, Sheep, Deer and Wild Game

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Welcome to Weimar, Texas WEIMAR’S PROXIMITY TO METRO AREAS MAKES IT A STELLAR CHOICE FOR ALL Unlike any other small community, Weimar is where ideas begin that set trends for other small cities.

Weimar’s picturesque downtown bustles with businesses, shops, great eateries, antique shops and a tavern where locals play dominoes and German card games.

CITY COUNCIL

Meets the second Thursday of each month at 4 p.m. at City Hall, 106 East Main Street.

City Manager citymgr@weimartexas.org Police Chief policechief@weimartexas.org

EDUCATION Weimar ISD 506 West Main Street 979-725-9504 www.weimarisd.org

Strategically located on Interstate 10 and US 90 between San Antonio, Austin, and Houston, this charming community of predominately German and Czech descendants offer a trading center to all.

St. Michael Catholic School 103 East North Street 979-725-8461 www.stmichaelswords.org

Weimar is rich in history and culture as a farm and ranching community. Its family oriented festivals and community activities attract visitors, retirees and families who choose Weimar as their home.

Weimar Public Library 1 Jackson Square 979-725-6608 www.weimarpubliclibrary.org

CITY HALL

Boys & Girls Club of Champion Valley 101 West Jackson Street 979-725-8208 www.bgcchampionvalley.org

106 East Main Street 979-725-8554 weimartexas.org

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AREA CHURCHES CHURCH PICNICS AND FEASTS APRIL St. Joseph Catholic Church 601 N. Pecan Street Moulton, TX 77975

St. Mary’s Catholic Church FM Rd 340 #1648 Hallettsville, TX 77964 Always second Sunday in June.

St. Michael’s Catholic Church Spring Festival at Veterans Park 410 N. Center St. – Polka Mass Weimar, TX 78962

St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church 1010 Lyons Ave. Schulenburg, TX 78956 (979) 743-3117 Always second Sunday in June.

MAY Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church (Hostyn) 936 FM 2436 La Grange, TX 78945 Always first Sunday in May. Sacred Heart Catholic Church 400 E. Fifth St. Hallettsville, TX 77964 Sunday before Memorial Day.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (Ammannsville) 7745 Mensik Rd. Schulenburg, TX 78956 Always third Sunday in June.

Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic Church 126 Plum Church Rd. La Grange, TX 78945

Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church 306 S. Avenue F Shiner, TX 77984-8208 (361) 594-3836 Sunday before Memorial Day.

JULY St. John the Baptist Catholic Church (St. John’s) 7026 FM 957 Schulenburg, TX 78956 (361) 798-5888 Always on July 4th.

JUNE Sacred Heart Catholic Church 516 South Faires Flatonia, TX 78941 Always first Sunday in June.

Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church FM Road 1383 Dubina, TX 78956 Always first Sunday in July.

Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church 11134 FM 957 Moravia, Texas 78956 Always third Sunday in July.

AUGUST St. Joseph Catholic Church 210 Schrimscher Street Yoakum, TX 77995 Always first Sunday in August.

St. Michael’s Catholic Church 410 N. Center St. Weimar, TX 78962 Always second Sunday in August.

Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church (Cistern) 113 Manchester St. Flatonia, TX 78941 (361) 865-3568 Always fourth Sunday in August.

SEPTEMBER Sacred Heart Catholic Church 400 E. Fifth St. Hallettsville, TX 77964 Sunday before Labor Day. Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church 306 S. Avenue F Shiner, TX 77984-8208 Sunday before Labor Day.

St. Joseph Catholic Church 601 N. Pecan St. Moulton, Texas 77975 Always third Sunday in September.

St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 13202 FM 531 Hallettsville, Texas 77964 9 am Mass, Picnic at Sweet Home Community Center, Lavaca Co. Rd. Always fourth Sunday in September.

OCTOBER Queen of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church (Hostyn) 936 FM 2436 La Grange, TX 78945 Always first Sunday in October.

St. Roch Catholic Church (Mentz) 1600 Frelsburg Rd. (979) 732-3460 St. Anthony Catholic Church 1602 Bowie St. Columbus, TX 78934 Always second Sunday in October.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 580 E. Pearl St. La Grange, TX 78945 Always last Saturday of October.

WEEKLY CHURCH WORSHIP TIMES Calvary Baptist Church 710 South Eagle Street 979-725-6832 Sunday Worship 10:45am

Greater Mt. Arie Baptist Church 401 East Post Office Street 979-725-6558 Sunday Worship 11am

Equippers Outreach Fellowship 200 North College Street 979-702-9231 Sunday Worship 10:15am

St. James AME Church 412 North St. Andrews Street 979-725-8453 Sunday Worship 11am

Faith Lutheran Church 615 South Eagle Street 979-725-6186 Sunday Worship 10am

St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church 410 North Center Street 979-725-6714 Monday and Wednesday 6pm Tuesday and Thursday 6:30am Friday 8am Saturday Mass 5:30pm (weekly) and 1st Saturday 8am (monthly) Sunday Mass 7:30am and 10:30am

First United Methodist Church 301 West St. Charles Street 979-725-6785 Sunday Worship 11am

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Trinity Evangelical Non-Denominational Church 1985 FM 155 South 979-263-5923 Sunday Worship 9am Weimar United Church of Christ 403 West Main Street 979-725-8315 Sunday Worship 9:30am

COLUMBUS PHYSICAL THERAPY located at the new Columbus Wellness Center

CONDITIONS WE TREAT Recent surgery

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Wound care

Arthritis

Numbness

Lymphedema

Weakness

Parkinson's (LSVT certified) Pain

Decreased balance

Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Injuries

Occupational Therapy

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Van Houten Family Medical The staff at Van Houten Medical Company is dedicated to providing high quality health care to our rural community. Dr. Van Houten specializes in Family Medicine; he cares for your entire family, helps to manage your chronic health concerns, and treats those unexpected issues that suddenly happen in life.

We are partnered with the Houston Methodist Health system to provide Sports Medicine care for Weimar’s schools and we have a network of local/rural and urban specialists to assist with needs that are beyond the scope of Family Medicine. Our Nursing staff follows up with patients to ensure healthy outcomes.

Come meet our staff and experience the Van Houten medical approach.

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206 East Jackson Street Weimar, Texas 78962 979-484-2661 www.cvhmedical.com OFFICE HOURS Mon-Thurs 9am - 5:30pm Friday 9am - 3:30pm

Saturday and Sunday by appointment only.

A saloon and venue located in Downtown Columbus in the old Orphic Theater, originally constructed in 1929.

Unique Texas metal art, up-cycled artwork and custom designs with a personal touch.

Custom Gates | Welding Services | Gate Automation and Commercial Signage | Fully Insured LLC DIY Paint Workshops at the Palace Theater

113 East Post Office Street, Weimar, Texas 78962 979-484-2122 | Twistedsteeldesign.com | Twistedsteeldesign@yahoo.com

Please visit our website to view more metal art and the paint workshop event calendar.

Newly renovated, 21 and up saloon offering a full selection of beer, wine and spirits. We will be bringing LIVE MUSIC to our original theatrical stage.

As a VENUE, Old Three Hundred can accommodate large and small groups for weddings, private parties, and corporate events.

523 Walnut Street Columbus, Texas 832-768-3627 amberleamccarthy@gmail.com

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SEE EVERYTHING THE AREA HAS TO OFFER WHEN YOU STAY AND PLAY IN WEIMAR SHERIDAN - Although there are many great reasons to travel 26 minutes south to Sheridan, Splashway Waterpark and Campground is a popular destination that you won’t want to miss. In addition to state-of-theart waterslides and wave pools, Splashway offers cabin rentals, RV sites, tent sites and cottage rentals. Photo courtesy of Splashway Waterpark & Campgrounds.

SCHULENBURG - Schulenburg is the official home of the painted churches. Plan your visit around one of the area’s church picnics, Sausagefest, the Schulenburg Festival or during the beauty of Christmas. The Annual Wine Walk is always the first Saturday in November, 90 Miles on 90 – literally 90 miles of garage sales and thrifty finds – is the first weekend of June. Wino Bingo is held every February and September, and the Schulenburg RV Park hosts a monthly jam session.

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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, it’s 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; 979-732-8385. Photo by Emily Henderson.

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.

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We believe in a patient centered approach to health care that encourages healthy lifestyle choices and the prevention of disease. Our physicians serve as patient advocates by helping guide you through the complex world of medicine. As your point of entry into the health care system, we will provide you with friendly service and available, affordable health care.

We are proud of our 60 plus year history of patient centered care and while others are talking about how to make healthcare affordable with better outcomes; as family physicians we have been doing it all this time.

The clinic is also a supporter of Petals of Hope. The clinic staff raises money for Christmas presents for Texas Children’s Hospital.

Accepts Medicare, Medicaid and most private insurances. Accepting new patients and walk-ins with doctor on call 24/7.

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