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A Grand Church Bazaar in Granger, Texas

Saints Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, in Granger, Texas, had another huge church bazaar at their Parish Hall over the recent Labor Day weekend.   The venerable church is celebrating its 125th year in this town of a bit over 1,400 people.   The church bazaar, held for more years than anyone can recall, is a celebration of food.   Members smoke brisket, fry chicken, season the green beans, boil 500 pounds of potatoes and  stir huge quantities of coleslaw.   The event is held on a Sunday, but members start smoking those tender briskets the night before around 9 p.m.   Other members arrive early Sunday morning around 4:30.    Once the feast is completed, the doors to the huge hall open at 11a.m.  Attendees could sit down in air-conditioned comfort and enjoy their meals.   For those on the go, a to-go line was set up outside.   In all, about 1,500 meals were served.    In addition to the food, folks could also play a few rounds of bingo and bid during a live auction.   Those wanting more could end the day by coming to a dance, complete with a Czech band.

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