Community Calendar

Join us for an exhilarating evening at the ETAMU- School of Music Wind Ensemble Concert, where precision meets passion in a breathtaking showcase of musical artistry. Our talented ensemble will deliver a powerful program filled with vibrant harmonies, dynamic rhythms, and expressive melodies that will leave you inspired.

Get an inside look at some of the mammals of the park.

Which is the fastest or the furriest? You decide.

Join us during a come-and-go program that allows a great way to see and learn about park wildlife close up!

Meet at Headquarters at 10 a.m. at the Doctors Creek Unit of Cooper Lake State Park.

** Skins and Skulls will also be held at 1 p.m. Mar. 7. at the South Sulphur Unit of Cooper Lake State Park **

Accessibility for this event:
Wheelchair-friendly
Accessible parking
Slight downgrade from parking area across sidewalk
*Call the park for information about this park’s accessible facilities.*

Dress for the weather. Bring refillable water bottle.

Cost: Park programs are open to the public and free with a paid park entrance fee of $5 per person ages 13 and up; children 12 and under are always free! Park entry is free with the Texas State Park Pass. No need to register—just show up!

*Events and programs are subject to cancellation due to weather; if cancelled, an update will be made to this posting. Please contact park staff for more information and the latest updates.

Oh, the fun we will see!
Join us for our Annual Dr. Seuss Day Celebration at Commerce Public Library!
📅 Saturday, March 7
⏰ 10:30 AM – Noon
Families are invited to enjoy a morning full of Seuss-tastic fun, including:
🎂 Cake
🎨 Crafts
🎲 Games
📖 Storytime
…and more!
This is one of our favorite annual traditions, and we can’t wait to celebrate the joy of reading with our community.
Free and open to the public — bring your friends and your love of all things Seuss!
Commerce Public Library

The Lion in Winter will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7, with a Sunday matinee at 2:00 p.m.

There will also be a series of performances the following weekend; starting at 7:30 p.m Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14; with a 2:00 p.m. matinee on Sunday, March 15.

An award-winning historical drama / comedy, set in medieval times.

Christmas 1183. England's King Henry II has released his imprisoned wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine, from captivity for the holidays. But this is no ordinary family reunion.
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With three ambitious sons vying for the throne, a young French king demanding his promised bride, and a kingdom hanging in the balance, the royal couple engages in a spectacular battle of wits, barbs, and betrayals. Over one legendary holiday, they'll scheme, manipulate, and spar with razor-sharp dialogue—all while grappling with the love and resentment that still binds them together.
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James Goldman's masterpiece is a wickedly funny, deeply moving portrait of power, family, and the games we play with those we love most. Witty, intelligent, and surprisingly modern, The Lion in Winter proves that the greatest conflicts aren't fought with swords—they're fought across the dinner table.
"[A] work of staggering power and beauty." – Variety
Don't miss this electrifying drama that won the Tony Award and inspired the Oscar-winning film. Crowns will be contested. Alliances will shift. And you'll be riveted from the first royal barb to the final devastating blow.

Need help filing your taxes for FREE? Starting next week, the East Texas A&M University College of Business VITA Program is here to help you get your taxes done every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5:00–8:00 PM through April 15 in Room BA 246. Walk-ins are welcome, but if you prefer to meet virtually, you can schedule an appointment here:

https://buff.ly/beB40yr

Eligibility note: household income must be $67,000 or less.

Need help filing your taxes for FREE? Starting next week, the East Texas A&M University College of Business VITA Program is here to help you get your taxes done every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5:00–8:00 PM through April 15 in Room BA 246. Walk-ins are welcome, but if you prefer to meet virtually, you can schedule an appointment here:

https://buff.ly/beB40yr

Eligibility note: household income must be $67,000 or less.

"Shoot for the gold at the end of the rainbow".
Registration is required, though this is a free event (with park entry). You can sign up by calling 903 - 951 - 3756 or by emailing alicia.o'connor@tpwd.texas.gov . No experience needed. Ages 10 and up. Equipment provided. Class size limited to 15 archers.

Need help filing your taxes for FREE? Starting next week, the East Texas A&M University College of Business VITA Program is here to help you get your taxes done every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5:00–8:00 PM through April 15 in Room BA 246. Walk-ins are welcome, but if you prefer to meet virtually, you can schedule an appointment here:

https://buff.ly/beB40yr

Eligibility note: household income must be $67,000 or less.

The Sulphur Springs Senior Citizen Center is hosting a St. Patrick's Day Celebration Party on March 13. Event will include a pot luck dinner (feel free to bring a dish), trivia, and a costume contest. Starting at 11:00 a.m. at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizen Center.

The East Texas A&M University Department of Art is pleased to announce 2026 Annual Juried Student Art Exhibition. The exhibition will be on view from February 23 through April 10, 2026, at The University Gallery in the Art Building located at 2005 University Dr. in Commerce, Texas. An artist's reception will be held on March 17 from 5-7 pm, and awards will be announced at 5:30 pm.