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Aggie Moms set to hear tree project program

Milam County Aggie Moms will welcome Andy Duffie from the Aggie Century Tree Project at 6 p.m. Monday at Little River Event Center located at 1404 CR 230 in Cameron.

A chili meal will be served.

Duffie, originally from Vernon, now lives in College Station.

Century Tree seedlings are grown from acorns harvested from the iconic Century Tree. These live oak seedlings are available for purchase year-round and are now available in three sizes ranging from 24 to 72 inches in height.

Proceeds from this year’s Aggie Century Tree Project will fund a $25,000 Endowed Sul Ross Scholarship at the Texas A&M Foundation which benefits the Corps of Cadets.

For more information, contact Darla Willingham, president of the Milam County Aggie Moms, at Darla.Willingham@Alcoa.com or 512-760-5428.

Seedlings purchased through the Aggie Century Tree Project’s website, www.aggiecenturytreeprojectcom, can be delivered at the Jan. 7 meeting at no extra charge.

When purchasing, indicate “Milam County Aggie Moms Club” when prompted. A portion of the sale proceeds will be returned to the local Milam County Aggie Moms Club.

All Milam County area Aggies are invited to attend.— Tricia Harwell, spokesperson

Chamber Ambassadors seek more membership

Rockdale Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors are seeking to start the new year, according to Janice King, spokesperson.

“We are looking for people who want to get involved and make an impact in our community,” she said. “If you are looking for a way to meet new people and give back at the same time, come join us.”

Ambassadors meet at noon onChamber the Wednesday after the Board of Directors meeting at the Hogan-Hall Building next to the Chamber.

“This is normally the second Wednesday of the month,” King said. “We do not meet during the summer months.”

Dues are $25 a year for individuals or $35 a year for couples. Next meeting is 12-non Jan. 9.

“Bring your lunch and come join us,” she said.

Linwood Acres Garden Club to meet Jan. 9th

A presentation “Everything You Always Wanted To Know About Keyhole Gardening” will be presented to the Linwood Acres Garden Club Wednesday Jan. 9 at The Community Room, 109 North Main.

That’s across Main Street from Wolf Park.

Refreshments will be served at 9:30 a.m. with the meeting at 10.

Presenter will be Aloma Clayton, former Rockdale resident.

Those planning to attend are asked to contact King at 512-446-4262 so the club will not run short on refreshments.—Janice King, spokesperson.