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Extended Fourth of July weekend offers variety of celebrations around the region

Whether you’re traveling or staying close to home as you celebrate Independence Day this year, there’s bound to be an event close to you. The 2023 lineup of parades, contests, kids’ activities, and more starts on Tuesday, July 4—and the food, fun, and fireworks go through Tuesday, July 4.

LIBRARY NOTES

DONNICE CARRUTH | SPECIAL TO THE TEXAS SPUR Smith from the Spur Clinic did a wonderful presentation this past week during our collaborative summer reading program.

Growing Pelargoniums (aka Geraniums)

Last week’s column discussed using Pelargonium as a possible botanic deterrent for pesky mosquitoes. The Pelargonium species that were mentioned in the column were those that had a citrusy odor when leaves were crushed and in large numbers could be a deterrent for mosquitos.

Spur Senior Citizens Menu

The Spur Senior Citizens Center, located at 210 Burlington Ave., serves a noon meal Monday through Friday. The dining room is open, or if you feel more comfortable during the Covid-19 pandemic, we are offering a curbside lunch you can reserve by calling (806) 271-4472.

Melon, mango, and cukes team up for summertime fruit skewers

Fresh melon and mango make a tasty combo all on their own, but add some cool, crisp cucumber for a winning trio. And drizzle on a tangy, kicked up dressing for a nutritious, refreshing burst of flavor. A skewer version of this recipe is ideal for portable summer fun on the patio, or for a picnic.

WHERE WILL YOU BE TRAVELING THIS SUMMER?

WHERE WILL YOU BE TRAVELING THIS SUMMER? Take your Texas Spur along with you and send us a selfie! All submitted photos will be entered into a drawing for a one-year free subscription. Plus — you may end up on Page One! Contest runs weekly through August 31, 2023.

Galaxy Digital to host market and craft fair for Spur’s 6th Big Dog BBQ June 24

Vendors and crafters, here’s your chance to run with the big dogs. The Big Dog BBQ Cook-Off in Spur June 24, that is.

West Texas native McGhee takes top post at Kent nursing home

Maggie McGhee of Rochester, Texas, knows a bit about small towns.

READING THE RABBIT

READING THE RABBIT At the kickoff event June 12 for the Kent County Public Library summer reading program, L’Rae Lee with the county extension service posed the questions “How does a rabbit hear?” and “What size is a usual litter of newborns for a rabbit?”

SUMMER READING LAUNCH