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Quebe sisters to be at Lovelady Old Gym
Lovelady Old Gym will be hosting the Western Swing sensation The Quebe Sisters Band Friday starting at 6:30 p.m.
“Those girls can really play,” said Norma Dell Jones, a Lovelady Old Gym committee member. “Everybody ought to come out and listen to them.”
The Quebe Sisters Band, made up of Grace, Sophia and Hulda Quebe along with world champion fiddler Joey McKenzie on the guitar and Drew Phelps on the upright bass play a blend of western swing in the Bob Wills fashion, with a little jazz, swing and vintage western music thrown into the mix. Sometimes, they even throw in a little bluegrass and some Texas fiddling.
The three-part harmony they employ with their music also brings back memories from when radio was king.
Chris Richards of The Washington Post wrote of The Quebe Sisters Band, “Hearing the Quebe Sisters sing is nothing short of mesmerizing — perhaps because they make music that most have only experienced via grainy black-and-white TV screens or crackling vinyl. Imagine the angelic Andrews Sisters (of “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” fame) singing in top form — and then ripping into a nimble fiddle breakdown.”
Jones said tickets can be purchased at several locations around the Houston County area including Crockett Bank, Spring-Mar Grocery located on Texas 19 between Crockett and Lovelady, Broxon’s Hardware in Lovelady or Lovelady State Bank.
For those who can’t make it to those locations, Jones said give her a call at (936)636-2267 or (936)545-6680 and she will set aside tickets and will provide them at the front door.
Tickets for the event are $15.
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Sept. 11 ceremony set Saturday to honor firefighters
It was a somber day in history on Sept. 11, 2001, as Americans watched in horror as a series of terrorist attacks killed thousands, including many firefighters.
To mark the ninth anniversary of 9/11, the local Disabled American Veterans Auxiliary is planning a special ceremony Saturday to remember those firefighters and say thank you to the local fire department and volunteer firefighters who protect the Palestine and Anderson County area on a daily basis. -
Book about family includes Palestine connections
Palestine area residents may enjoy a a new book with local historical connections called “A Journey of Voices,” written by author Diane McAdams Gladow of Emporia, Kan.
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Fashion show returning to Palestine on Oct. 14
It’s been five years since an organization has put on a large-scale fashion show in Palestine, but thanks to the Dogwood Garden Club, “An Autumn Affair Fashion Show and Silent Auction” event is planned Oct. 14 at the Museum for East Texas Culture.
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Community chorus rehearsals to start
Rehearsals will start Sept. 13 for the Anderson County Community Chorus’ upcoming performance, “Sounds of Christmas.” The show is set 6:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at the Palestine Civic Center.
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Wynonna concert in Tyler on Sept. 11
Tickets for the 2010 – 11 season opener featuring Wynonna are available at The University of Texas at Tyler R. Don Cowan Fine and Performing Arts Center, Susan Thomae-Morphew, Cowan Center executive director, announced.
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Trees available from Arbor Day Foundation
Everyone from Texas who joins the Arbor Day Foundation this month will receive 10 free trees as part of the Foundation’s Trees for America campaign.
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Experts say above average dove crop to greet hunters
Dove season officially began Wednesday, but hunters will be out in full force beginning Friday evening for opening weekend.
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State to rest case in Frankston man's murder trial
The state was expected to rest its case today in the murder trial of a 33-year-old Frankston man accused of killing a 32-year-old man over what the prosecution has called a love triangle.
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Farmers Market sets super Saturday sale
Palestine Farmers Market will be having a super Saturday sale from 8 a.m. until noon this week.
Featured items at the farmers market will include produce, plants and craft items. -
Artists to compete for awards
The Gallery is presenting its first Open Art Exhibition/Contest featuring 30 pieces of art by 16 local and area artists, sponsored by the Anderson County Arts Council.
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