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Where’s Waldo Spring Break Scavenger Hunt Tuesday, March 10 – Saturday, March 14 | downtown Columbus Parents, get ready for a chance to shop around Columbus while your kids have a blast searching for Waldo! He’ll be hiding in eight of your favorite Downtown Columbus businesses during Spring Break. Snap a picture with Waldo at all locations for a free treat at Sugar High. Hosted by the Columbus Chamber of Commerce.
Wildflowers and Pollinators of the Post Oak Savannah Wednesday, March 11 | 9:30 a.m. | St. Paul Lutheran Church, 137 Milentz St | Columbus Regena Williamson, Master Gardener, will share her insight on the fauna of our area and how having the right flora is vital. Open to the public, always free. Hosted by the Columbus Garden Club.
Legal Matters: Estate Planning, Emergency and End of Life Documents
Thursday, March 12 | noon – 1 p.m. | Colorado County Courthouse, 400 Spring St | Columbus Learn about preparing for health emergencies, storing signed documents and power of attorney with attorney Kevin Hillmer from Trefney Law Firm in this month’s Wellness Council of Greater Colorado Valley meeting. Free to attend; zoom available.
Native Plant Society of Texas Chapter Meeting Saturday, March 14 | 9 a.m. | B Haus Marketplace and Nursery, 382 FM 2672 | Schulenburg For questions, contact Morgan Bubela at 979-505-2699. All are welcome.
Bingo to Benefit ACCSS
Saturday, March 14 | 6 p.m. | Hound Song Brewing Co., 535 Walnut St | Columbus Proceeds will support dual credit academic and workforce credential scholarships for Alliance for College and Career Student Success.
St. Patrick’s Day at Hound Song Tuesday, March 17 | 3–9 p.m. | Hound Song Brewing Co., 535 Walnut St | Columbus Enjoy Irish-inspired specials and live music from Wes Barlow in the evening while wearing green for the Irish holiday.
Fourth Annual Paint Texas! Plein Air Competition Tuesday, March 17 – Saturday, March 21 | Live Oak Art Center, 1014 Milam St | Columbus This prestigious event invites artists to capture the timeless beauty of Columbus’ historic streets, scenic landscapes and charming architecture through live, openair painting. Artists’ works will be exhibited during the competition and through April 30.
Lawn Care: Top 5 Mistakes Owners Make Wednesday, March 18 | 11:50 a.m. – 12:55 p.m. | County Services Building, 305 Radio Ln | Columbus Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office’s monthly Lunch and Learn.
Essayist Steve Harrigan and “An Anchor in the Sea of Time” Thursday, March 19 | 6 – 7 p.m. | The Story Peddler, 538 W Main St | Bellville Join Texas Monthly journalist and essayist Steve Harrigan for a Q&A and book signing of his recent collection “An Anchor in the Sea of Time.” The collection leads readers to “discover how history and your own memory and your own identity interact with each other and create who you are and illuminate the times in which you live.”
Spring Sip
Saturday, March 21 | 4–11 p.m. | Magnolia Society, 920 Milam St | Columbus Magnolia Society is kicking off spring with specialty seasonal cocktails, pop-up shopping with Cabi Stylist Linda Bane and music from our favorite local DJs and the Southbound 955 Duo.
Easter Paint and Sip
Friday, March 27 | 7 p.m. | The Rez 1908, 312 E Main St | Eagle Lake Bring friends and join The Rez in painting an Easter egg-shaped door hanger. No experience needed. Whether you’re a seasoned painter or just coming for the laughs and good vibes, this class is for you. Purchase tickets online.
Rock the Block
Friday, March 27 | 6–11 p.m. | Post Office Street | Weimar Enjoy local vendors, shopping, tasty food, cold drinks, yard games, live music and plenty of space to relax and catch up with friends and neighbors at Weimar’s biggest block party.
Come Walk with Me through the Passion and Resurrection of Christ Sunday, March 29 | 5 p.m. | Columbus High School Auditorium, 103 Cardinal Ln | Columbus Hosted by Columbus Community Choir, a ministry of the First United Methodist Church.
