Alamo RCD Area, Inc., Senior Assistance Program, sponsors the Free Food Pantry every month. The next Food Distribution is Thursday, June 13, from 12:30 to 2 p.m., at The Way Church, 7789 FM 1283.
The program has put out an appeal for 20 inch box fans. With the rising temperatures, so many senior citizens do not have, or cannot afford, air conditioning. Fans can be delivered to The Way Church at 11 a.m. on June 13, before the Food Distribution begins, or monetary donations will be accepted online at the website. Every $25 donation will purchase one fan.
Applicants must be 55+ and reside in Bandera County. A 2024 registration is required and applicants can register at the door or on the website.
Covid-19 rules apply. First come, first served and supplies are limited. Each applicant must pick up their own, if board permission is not provided.
Alamo RCD seeks monetary donations for the purchase of food and fans. Donors can help on the website: alamorcd.org; or by mailing a check to the address on the website. The organization is a 501(c)3 non-profit and all donations are tax deductible.
MILESTONES & MEMORIES: CELEBRATING 40 YEARS OF THE SILVER SAGE
For four decades, The Silver Sage has been a cornerstone in Bandera County, dedicated to serving and delivering Meals on Wheels to older adults. This year marks an extraordinary milestone as the organization celebrates its 40th anniversary. With the unwavering support of 227 volunteers who collectively drove 109,203 miles, The Silver Sage delivered 84,687 meals to 1,429 vulnerable and often isolated seniors, bringing their four-decade total to over one million meals.
In collaboration with the San Antonio Food Bank, in 2023 The Silver Sage has distributed 643,700 pounds of food to 1,440 families in need, further cementing its role as a vital community resource. Beyond providing nutritious meals, The Silver Sage has evolved into a comprehensive resource center, offering social services, benefits enrollment assistance, financial aid for veterans and surviving spouses, mental health counseling, emergency home repairs, and more. Its activities and bus trips have been crucial in preventing social isolation among older adults, offering them entertainment and opportunities for socialization.
To commemorate this milestone, The Silver Sage is partnering with Dog Fest Bandera County All Class Reunion and the 11th Street Cowboy Bar to host 'Milestones and Memories' on Friday night, June 7th. This event promises to be a night to remember as a homecoming for many talented musicians and songwriters from Bandera. 100% of ticket sales will go directly to The Silver Sage. Alongside ticket sales, there will be tee shirts, raffles, special auction items, and other opportunities for attendees to contribute to the cause.
Weekend Schedule o Friday, June 7th | 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM
• Venue: 11th Street Cowboy Bar
• Event: Dog Fest Bandera County All Class Reunion in support of The Silver Sage's 40th anniversary.
• Lineup: Local musicians and songwriters including Lee Winright, Chris Valdez, Bobby Boyd, Gerald Boyd, Mike Broussard, Kathy Bauer, Clint Tomerlin, Chase Tomerlin, Jeff Moseley, Wade Lowrie, Bruce Robison, The McKay Brothers, and Big John Mills. o Saturday, June 8th | 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
• Venue: Bandera Brewery
• Event: An intimate evening with Art & Lisa featuring John Inmon.
• Details: A free show offering a relaxed atmosphere to reflect on The Silver Sage’s impact. o Sunday, June 9th | 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
• Venue: Bandera City Park
• Event: Bandera County All Class Reunion Memorial Service.
• Details: A special service to honor classmates and faculty, with over 700 remembered last year. o Sunday, June 9th | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
• Venue: The Silver Sage
• Event: Gospel Brunch
• Details: A free Gospel Brunch featuring Chef James’s culinary delights and performances by Art & Lisa with John Inmon. The Silver Sage is located at 803 Buck Creek Drive, Bandera.
