Union Springs Commuity Cemetery Association

We are honoring Ms. Flo and her family’s cemetery, Brown cemetery, on Saturday, October 25 from 12 to 3 PM. This is a free event. Comment “Rise” and I’ll send you the link to register. 📅 Saturday, October 25 ⏰ 12 PM – 3 PM 📍 12600 Twin Creek Drive, Manchaca, TX 78652 (just a few miles from South Austin) Floris “Ms. Flo” Sorrells lovingly manages Brown Cemetery, her family’s historic resting place purchased in 1900 by her grandfather, Smith Sorrells. Earlier this year, Ms. Flo went viral for sharing her family’s story and the challenges of cemetery preservation. This is a free community event. We are also accepting donations to support ongoing care, restoration, and preservation of Brown Cemetery, including landscaping, protective gates, repairs, landmark designation, and interpretive signage. 💚 🌿 What to Expect: • Cemetery tour with Ms. Flo + community curator Stephanie L. Lang • Panel discussion on history & preservation • Live jazz band @shadesofblueatx 🎶 • Bake sale 🍰 • Kids’ activities 🎨 • Hands-on workshops: tombstone cleanup led by Yucca Preservation, family archiving led by Rachel E. Winston • Food and Refreshments🍴 🎟 Click the link in our bio to RSVP on Eventbrite or comment “RISE” and we’ll send you the registration link directly. Your presence and support will help honor the legacy of Brown Cemetery and ease the burden Ms. Flo carries in protecting this vital piece of history. Special thanks to our collaborators and supporters : @bethanycemeteryatx21 @outsiderpreservation @outreachproductionsatx Yucca Preservation (@longhairkindacare) @save.atx.cemeteries @bethanycemeteryatx21

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Topic: Union Springs Community Cemetery Association Meeting
Time: Sep 14, 2025 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Union Springs Community Cemetery Association Meeting

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