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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. | Rock Island Community Center, 2710 Niles St | Rock Island 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.
Weimar Veterans Annual Memorial Day BBQ Fundraiser Sunday, May 24 | 10:30 a.m. | Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Dr | Weimar Join us to make a difference at the Weimar Veterans’ annual Chicken BBQ fundraiser and show your support for 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.
Ellinger 89th Annual Tomato Festival & Cook-Off Friday and Saturday, May 29–30 | Ellinger Chamber, 104 W Colorado Sky St | Ellinger Compete in the cook-off for entrée, dessert, chips and salsa, brisket, chicken, pork, beans, breakfast and steak. Enjoy a tomato toss contest, live auction, free kids’ waterslide and bouncy house, live music and drive through meals. See more at ellingertexas.com
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.
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.
The Art of Wine Tasting
Saturday, May 30 | 3–5 p.m. | Live Oak Art Center, 1014 Milam St | Columbus Hosted by Houston-based Sommelier, Sully Nguyen, this wine tasting explores every glass LOAC has to offer on its new menu and will be accompanied by a charcuterie spread from Lamberto’s Italian Bistro, hand-selected for the most complimentary taste. Tickets are $50 and purchasable at liveoakartcenter.
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Painting Landscapes in Watercolor Thursday and Friday, June 4–5 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Live Oak Art Center, 1014 Milam St | Columbus This adult class will be taught by this year’s first place winner of the Paint Texas! general competition, Stephen Henry. Over both days, you will be guided through the techniques of painting watercolor. No experience is needed, and artists of all skill levels are welcome to attend. Only one $300 ticket is needed for both days; you are not required to attend both days of the workshop. Purchase a ticket and learn more at liveoakartcenter.org 90 Miles on 90
Friday and Saturday, June 5–6 | Columbus, Glidden and Weimar Two full days of shopping, treasure hunting, and exploring local communities. Each town will be hosting garage sales, sidewalk sales, and special promotions, offering everything from antiques and vintage finds to home goods and handmade items.
Magnolia Belles Orientation
Saturday, June 6 | 9:30–11 a.m. | Stafford Opera House, 425 Spring St | Columbus CHPT invites all young ladies in grades 9-12 (including incoming freshmen) who attend Columbus High School or live within the Columbus ISD boundaries and are enrolled in a recognized educational program to attend the Magnolia Belle Orientation. Participants will learn the history of the program, the requirements to be a Magnolia Belle, as well as important pieces of Columbus’ history. Scholarship opportunities available for Magnolia Belles will also be discussed. Parents are welcome to attend. To register to attend, email [email protected]
Live and Local with Sierra Alexis Saturday, June 6 | 7–10 p.m. | Splashway Waterpark, 5235 2nd St | Sheridan After a full day of splashing and sunshine, cool down with a refreshing drink, grab dinner, and enjoy great live music in a relaxed outdoor setting. The Hideaway will be serving up delicious, home-cooked meals from 5:00 – 9:00 PM—because summer nights deserve great food and great music!
