🎉 Way to go, Mineola Area Chamber of Commerce! 🎉
The Trunk or Treat downtown last night was a massive hit! A fantastic time was had by all, with ghouls, goblins, and characters filling the streets. Thank you to everyone who participated and made the night such a success! We are so proud to be MINEOLA! 👻💖
Happy Halloween! Please join the merchants downtown this evening from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. for the annual Trunk or Treat. This event will take place rain or shine! Stay safe & have fun!
We are happy to share that Mineola has been named 1 of 9 Most Comfortable Towns in Texas for Seniors by WorldAtlas! Be sure to check out the article here: https://www.worldatlas.com/cities/9-most-comfortable-towns-in-texas-for-seniors.html
Wood County officials have announced a burn ban effective immediately as of October 29, 2024. This decision is due to heightened fire risks in the area. Residents are urged to refrain from all outdoor burning activities, including campfires, fire pits, and any open flames.
Early voting is taking place at the Mineola Civic Center this week (10/28-11/1/2024) from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. We urge all citizens to have your voice heard by casting your votes. The Mineola Civic Center is located at 1150 North Newsom Street, Mineola, Texas 75773.
📣Its our last "regular" Mineola Farmers Market this Saturday! Come get your Christmas 🎅 shopping now! We'll be back on November 23rd and December 21st for our Holiday Markets. We are located at the train station pavilion from 8am to 1pm.
This week's treats include:
🥚 farm fresh eggs
🥩 local natural beef
🍞 sour dough breads
🐝 local raw honey
🍰 home baked cakes and pies
🫙 canned jams and jellies
🍶 olive oil made locally
🧴 tonics and tinctures
🥬 Vegetables
🐾 Even homemade dog treats!
Crafts available include:
🔸Charcuterie boards
🔸Handcrafted jewelry
🔸Scentsys for your home/car
🔸Pot holders and towels
🔸Homemade soaps
and more!
Come support your friends and neighbors! We're waiting for YOU!😀
Skillet Licorice set to perform this evening at the Select Theatre! They will kick off at 7 p.m. We hope to see you there!
The members of Skillet Licorice are in town from San Francisco, but they are a band whose heart lies in Mineola. That’s right! Skillet Licorice, as it turns out, are devotees of the East Texas Serenaders. The East Texas Serenaders were a powerhouse string band from the 1920s and 1930s whose sophisticated take on hillbilly music launched the Western Swing movement. Hailing from farms around Mineola and Lindale, the East Texas Serenaders are generally credited with paving the way for the likes of Milton Brown and Bob Wills.
Join us for a Historical marker dedication on West Commerce Street and Line Street for the East Texas Serenaders on Monday, October 21st from 5:00 pm to 6:00pm. Presented by the City of Mineola's Landmark Commission.
Join the Mineola Landmark Commission for the Dedication of the Big Sandy Creek Bridge (Renamed the Dr. John Thomas Bridge) Historical Marker on Saturday, October 19th at 11:00 a.m. at the Mineola Nature Preserve.
The 2024 Fall Hwy 80 sale is October 18th, 19th & 20th. It’s a Treasure paradise. Look for vendors set up all along Hwy 80.
As one of the most highly anticipated annual events in our community, Magical Mineola relies on the generous support of sponsors like you to make the festivities truly magical for everyone and FREE. Becoming a sponsor of Magical Mineola Event is an excellent opportunity to showcase your brand, engage with our vibrant community, and demonstrate your commitment to supporting local initiatives. By partnering with us, you will not only be a part of a cherished new holiday tradition for Mineola but also gain valuable exposure and align your company with the spirit of joy, community, and celebration. Please see attached flyer of the Magical Mineola Christmas Tree Lighting & Event highlights. This year Mineola will be purchasing a beautiful 20 ft. Christmas Tree with 5 ft. Star fully lighted by LED lights to be placed in our new 1888 Plaza downtown on South Johnson Street.
Last year on Dec. 1, 2023, according to a study of our Magical Mineola event that was
completed by Placer.ai consulting group using cell phones, they were able to track
over 4,000 plus attendance at our event.
BENEFITS OF BEING A SPONSOR OF MAGICAL MINEOLA:
Brand Visibility
Marketing Opportunities
Social Media Exposure
Showing your Community Minded Spirit
Thank you again and by choosing to be 2024 sponsor you have earned your
permanent spot on Top of Santa’s Nice List!
Get ready for a spine-chilling experience at The Annex of Terror Haunted House! Located at the Historic Select Theater Annex in Mineola, Texas, this hair-raising event will leave you trembling with fear. Brace yourself for a night of heart-pounding scares and bone-chilling thrills. Watch out because the pig-man is going to get you!
Join us at 119 North Johnson Street, Mineola, Texas 75773 for a frightful adventure like no other. Our haunted house is filled with terrifying surprises that will test your courage. Explore the dark corners, navigate through eerie hallways, and encounter the most horrifying creatures you can imagine.
Don't miss out on this unforgettable in-person event. Gather your friends, prepare to scream, and face your worst nightmares at The Annex of Terror Haunted House!
Adults $20
Children (12yrs and under) $10
FAST Pass (skip the line, go through twice, free movie pass) - $30
VIP PASS - (skip the line, go through twice, free movie pass, goody bag, fortune telling, and after hours ghost hunt (Saturdays only) - $50
Hours - Fri & Sat - 7:30PM to Midnight, Sunday 7:30PM - 10PM
Open Oct 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27, 30, 31
Shop Local at the Mineola Farmers Market this Saturday!
The Museum Board is hosting a fundraising parking lot sale on Saturday, October 12th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. of Make plans to go shop and show your support for the Mineola Historical Museum!
In conjunction with the 15th anniversary celebration of the Mineola Historical Museum, the Time Capsule Cornerstone Rededication will also be celebrated Monday, Sept. 9 at 5 p.m.. The Cornerstone Rededication will begin promptly at 5 p.m. and will be a brief event to recognized the placement of a new time capsule box in the cornerstone of the 1936 former Mineola Post Office. Building. The Rededication is being held by the Landmark Commission. Museum Board members will serve refreshments from 5 to 7 p.m. for the celebration.
**** THE WEEKEND IS HERE!!!! ****
Wow! What a time to be in Mineola. Get's your boots on, it's RODEO TIME. the 61st Mineola Fire Department Rodeo is Tonight (7/12) and tomorrow night (7/13) at 8 pm. A tradition lasting 4 generations! The Mineola Farmers Market will have all the homegrown produce, crafts and goods you need from 8 am until 1 pm. It's a MINI TRAIN WEEKEND at Iron Horse Square from 9 am until 1 pm. This week is the "Scavenger Hunt Train." Plenty of activities there. Out at the Mineola Nature Preserve from 10 am until noon there is a Tomato Tasting with the Promise of Peace Gardens. The Historic Select Theater has movies all weekend, and don't forget all your favorite boutiques, sweet shops, restaurants, gift stores and antiques stores. It's a great place to be!
IT'S A MINI TRAIN WEEKEND!!! Free rides with Harry the Mini Train at Iron Horse Square this Saturday, July 13th from 9:00 am until 1:00 pm. Come join us for what is ALWAYS and amazing time!!!
The activities this week are for the Scavenger Hunt Train and will be hosted by the Mineola Pilot Club from 9-12. So if you like scavenger hunts and winning prizes come on out and test your skills. Note - Some of the hints will be in a yet to be disclosed air conditioned building. (Cool down time).
IT'S RODEO WEEK!!!! The 61st Mineola Fireman's Rodeo will returns on Friday, July 12th and Saturday, July 13th at the Mineola Rodeo Grounds. Generations of boots have shuffled into those stands over the years, and this summer will be no different. A true Mineola tradition and always for a great cause. $10 for adults and $8 for kids under 12. Kids under 5 get in free. Events start at 8 pm each night.
It's almost time for the annual Mineola City Fireworks Display!!!
The display will be at the Mineola Civic Center and THAT'S NOT ALL
Papa T's BBQ, Kona Ice, and ETX Lemonade will be onsite - 4:30 pm
Also, They Got Your Six Foundation will have hot dogs (fordonations) and the Elizabeth Denton Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will be providing water for visitors.
The always popular Lake Country Symphonic Band will perform! 8 pm
The Splash Pad will be open all day until 8:00 pm. Fireworks at dark. Experience a Mineola Tradition!!!
For more information, contact the Mineola Civic Center at 903-569-6115
Harry The Mini Train is ready to roll! We are looking forward to seeing you Sat. June 22 for free rides with Harry!
SUMMER HOURS: 9:00-1:00.
We will be combining our scheduled Freedom Train with our Share-A-Book Train (the one we missed when Harry was sick). This will make twice as many fun activities for the kids!
So come on out and ride, learn some fun facts, and be a book worm to win some sweet prizes!
Mercy, Jim, Cassandra, Dennis V. & the rest of the Iron Horse Crew hope to see you on Saturday!
