The Annual Meeting of the members of Columbus Historical Preservation Trust will be held on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, as provided in Article IX of the Bylaws of the organization. All matters pertinent to the organization will be discussed. New directors will be elected, and proposed changes to the Bylaws will be discussed and a vote on their acceptance held. Immediately following the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors will meet to elect officers and to conduct the regular monthly…
The Annual Meeting of the members of Columbus Historical Preservation Trust, Inc. will be held this month, as provided in Article IX of the Bylaws of the organization. Immediately following the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors will meet to conduct their regular monthly meeting in addition to electing Officers. We are excited to share information regarding our previous year and the year ahead with new projects and events for our organization and community.
Join CHPT for a second town hall meeting to learn exciting updates regarding the Save Our Opera House fundraising campaign, including total donations received, a status update on building repairs, and community events planned for 2024. This Town Hall meeting is generously sponsored by RCR Properties. Event attendees will enjoy catering from Lamberto's Brandon House Bistro. Interested in becoming a member of CHPT? Representatives from the Membership Committee will be available to answer questions and take applications. Admission is free…
FOR ALL CURRENT CHPT MEMBERSHIP At the May 1, 2024, regular business meeting, the CHPT Board of Directors voted to present to the Membership the recommended by-law changes brought forward by the By-Laws Committee. In order to go into effect, these proposed changes must be approved by the Membership and only with an in-person, 2/3 majority vote. A copy of the by-laws with the proposed changes can be viewed via the link below and specifics areas of change are highlighted…
The Annual Meeting of the members of Columbus Historical Preservation Trust will be held on Wednesday, February 5, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Buddy Rau Memorial Meeting Room of the Stafford Opera House (425 Spring St, Columbus). All matters pertinent to the organization will be discussed, and new Directors will be elected. Immediately following the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors will meet to conduct their regular monthly meeting and elect Officers. We are excited to share information regarding old projects…
Magnolia Belles Orientation – June 7
CHPT invites all young ladies in grades 9-12 (including incoming freshmen) who attend Columbus High School or live within the Columbus ISD boundaries and are enrolled in a recognized educational program to attend the Magnolia Belle Orientation at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at the Stafford Opera House. Participants will learn the history of the program, the requirements to be a Magnolia Belle, as well as important pieces of Columbus’ history. Scholarship opportunities available for Magnolia Belles will also be discussed. Parents are welcome to attend. To register to attend, email jhvenglar2002@yahoo.com. For questions, call Jo Helen Venglar at (979) 453-1578.
Santa’s Summer Vacation – July 26
Ho Ho Ho… It’s Christmas in July! Kick off the holiday season early at Santa’s Summer Vacation!
Saturday, July 26 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at Hound Song Brewing Co. (535 Walnut St.)
Slip into your brightest Hawaiian shirt and join the fun! Enter our Hawaiian Shirt Contest — open to all ages with prizes for Adult, Child, and Infant categories. Want to help choose the winners? Purchase a ticket to cast your vote — all proceeds go to support the Santa Claus Museum. Entry into contest is $5 and voting tickets are $1 each.
Admission is free, and everyone is welcome. Let’s make it a holly jolly summer celebration!