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Public field trip to Caldwell’s Jungle Nursery
Wednesday, May 13 | 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | Walmart, 2103 Milam St | Columbus Columbus Garden Club’s next field trip will be out in the Rosenberg area and is open to the public. We will go to Caldwell’s Jungle Nursery, then lunch and end with Enchanted Forest. We will all meet in front of the Walmart in Columbus (in the lot area closest to 71 Bus between Donald’s Donuts and where Jack in The Box used to be). RSVP required to Regena via text at (361) 550-1485 or via email at [email protected].
Magnolia Days Festival
Friday and Saturday, May 15–16 | downtown Columbus Free festival featuring live music, car show, art show, Family Fun Zone, shopping, food and drinks, and so much more! Visit www.magnoliadays.org to view the full schedule and learn more.
Cars & Cue Car Show with live music Saturday, May 16 | 8–11 a.m. and 6–9 p.m. | Austin’s BBQ, 515 E Main St | Eagle LakeG reat BBQ. Cool Cars. Good Times. Car show in the morning welcoming classics, customs, and modern builds. Start your morning with coffee, BBQ, and some incredible rides. In the evening, enjoy live music featuring Chandler Vaughn and special guest Mason Marek.
3rd Annual Duck Derby
Saturday, May 16 | 11 a.m. | Beason Park, 3614 US-90 | Columbus Ducks will be launched from the East River Bridge at 11:00 a.m. and will float down the Colorado River to the finish line at Beason’s Park. Which ducks will finish the fastest? Purchase your ducks for a chance to win! Proceeds from the Columbus Duck Derby will support scholarships and classroom grants for teachers and students in Columbus ISD.
Dog Sanctuary Benefit Bingo Sunday, May 17 | 11:30 a.m. | Hound Song Brewing Co., 535 Walnut St | Columbus Join us for Benefit Bingo supporting Deuce’s Dream Hunting Dog Sanctuary! Bingo cards are $3 each or 4 for $10. Join us for food, drinks, prizes and new merchandise supporting our deserving dogs!
Lunch and Learn: Herbs from container plant to kitchen
Wednesday, May 20 | noon – 12:55 p.m. | Colorado County AgriLife Extension Office, 305 Radio Ln | Columbus Registration will open at 11:50 am with the program starting promptly at 12:05 pm and ending by 12:55pm. Attendees are asked to bring their own lunch. Light refreshments including coffee, tea and snacks will be provided. No preregistration is required for this free program.
Myrtle Cemetery Association Memorial Fundraiser Sunday, May 24 | 10:30 a.m. | Nada Community Center, 1231 Old Nada Rd | Garwood BBQ Meals for $15 a plate. Activities include a raffle, live auction and silent auction. All proceeds benefit the preservation and care of Myrtle Cemetery. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors for great food, fun, and a great cause.
Rice Medical Center Sporting Clay Shoot
Wednesday, May 27 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. | 10120 Pattison Rd | Katy Shoot, compete and then unwind with an incredible meal by Anthonie’s Market Grill. Registration includes ammo, targets, golf cart, breakfast, lunch and drinks. Loaner shotguns are not included and will not be on site. Register at ricemedicalcenter.net/upcomingevents Live Oak Art Center Annual Members Show reception Thursday, May 28 | 6–8 p.m. | Live Oak Art Center, 1014 Milam St | Columbus Discover the stories behind the artwork, meet the artists, sample light refreshments and enjoy a night of creativity, conversation and community in support of local artists.
Rodeo Night
Saturday, May 30 | 3 p.m. | Texas Thomas Arena, 1101 Connors Crossing | Columbus Bring the whole family out for an evening of rodeo action, live DJ, food vendors and fun! Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for kids between the ages of five and 12. Enter an event up to twice for $60: open breakaway, open tiedown, double 00 tiedown, triple 000 tiedown.
Author April Henry and “The Hobgoblin’s Nightlight” Saturday, May 30 | 2–3 p.m. | The Story Peddler, 538 W Main St | Bellville The Story Peddler bookstore is welcoming author April Henley for an afternoon built for curious kids, book-loving families and anyone who believes a good story can open up a whole new world. Come meet the author behind “The Hobgoblin’s Nightlight,” ask a few questions and leave with a story worth carrying home. Free and open to the public.
Inside the air-conditioned KC Hall
Cake Walk Country Store Religious Articles Booth Bingo (Noon to 6:00 p.m.)
Inside the air-conditioned KC Hall
