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Welcome to the Waxahachie Journal
Scarborough Faire is Back!
By Kathryn E. Eriksen
 Celebrate
the year 1533 and King Henry VIII’s court at the 28th annual
Scarborough Faire. As soon as you step through the gates of the
festival, you are taken back to the Renaissance where anything can
happen.
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Galaxy
Drive-In Theatre is Great Family Fun
By Kathryn E. Eriksen
Did you know that Ellis County boasts one of the only remaining
 drive-in
movie theatres in the entire Metroplex? Did you know that it only
costs $6.00 per adult and $4.00 per child to watch two first run
movies under the stars?
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 “Nim’s
Island” is a Rolicking Adventure
By Kathryn E. Eriksen
 The new Walden Media’s production of “Nim’s Island” is a great
adventure story of love, loyalty and fighting for what you believe in.
A fictional character whose heroism inspires uncommon feats of bravery
ties the juxtaposition of two stories together.
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 USS Boxer
16th Annual Reunion
The USS Boxer Veterans Association is
composed of those who have served their country aboard the aircraft
carrier from her commissioning to decommissioning. They total
approximately 50,000 men. We will have a mini-reunion of former
shipmates of the USS Boxer in Shreveport, La. The USS Boxer
Veterans Association of Texas/Louisiana will hold its 16th annual
mini-reunion in Shreveport, La., at the Holiday Inn
Downtown/Riverfront on April 17-19.
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 Summer
Balloon Classic Coming to Waxahachie!
By Kathryn E. Eriksen
The
first annual Summer Balloon Classic will be held at MidWay Airport on
Highway 287, between Waxahachie and Midlothian, from June 20-22, 2008.
Fifty balloons are expected to participate in various events,
including 4 different hot air balloon launches, a “Lites in the Nite”
Balloon Glow at sunset and a nationally sanctioned competition. There
is no charge to attend the festival, but parking is $5.00.
Waxahachie Journal is proud to sponsor this family-oriented event. As
the Official Online Media Sponsor, we will run a series of articles
about the festival, what it is like to ride in a hot air balloon, and
the stories behind the balloons. [
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The
Valentines – A Family with a Heart
By Kathryn E. Eriksen
 Dorothy
Valentine Hadley passed away on February 23, 2008. She was brought
back to her hometown of Waxahachie to be buried in the family plot.
Relatives from all over the United States came to pay their respects.
And they contacted me.
My connection to the Valentine family is not through a person, but a
place. [
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Do you want a lemon with your
water or tea? NOT!
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Culture
Shock: Part 1
Smart Alec Eyes
by Amy Fulfer
"Would you look at me when I’m talking to you?" Coach’s voice was
strained.
I had just walked into the gym to
pick up my class of 3rd graders. My little Norma stood in front of
Coach, her nervous eyes darting around, pausing on the coach's sleeve,
his left ear, his forehead, his neck, but never stopping on his eyes.
Her gaze swept briefly over Coach's face while moving from one point
to another, but she did not make eye-contact and Coach was clearly
exasperated. When he saw me approach, he threw up his hands.
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Come Join Us
for the 1st Annual
Spring Fling
On the Block of 300 So. Rogers in beautiful
Historic Downtown Waxahachie.
KBEC 1390 AM Live
Broadcast with Berry & CoCo!.
Drawings
for Giveaways & Gifts Certificates. ( Must be present to win)
Flea Market in Parking loe, Sidewalk Sales, Storewide
Sales inside most merchant locations. Kid activities.
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
SPONSORING MERCHANTS:
Old Town Village - My Fathers House - First Bloom Market
Common Threads - Maxwell Jewelers
Map and Directions _________________________________
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That
used car you’ve been eyeing for weeks in the classifieds section may
bring you more problems than you anticipated. Buying a used car is
always a bit of gamble. You may end up with a lemon and sink more
money into fixing the car than you ever intended. But if you research
your options thoroughly you could end up with a car that will last for
years. [
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This web site gives you an opportunity to send a
free printed postcard to U.S. military personnel stationed overseas
showing your support and appreciation for their service to our
country.
www.letssaythanks.com/
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