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Southern Comfort Ribbon Cutting Thursday, Sept. 3 | 3:30 p.m. | Southern Comfort Furniture Store, 905 Walnut St | Columbus Southern Comfort Furniture & Mattress is a locally owned, family-operated business proudly serving Columbus and the surrounding communities since 1985. They offer quality furniture and mattresses for every room of the home, along with friendly, personalized service to help customers find the perfect fit for their style and budget.
Blood Drive in Memory of Vernon Warschak
Sunday, Sept. 6 | 8:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. | St. Anthony Catholic School, 635 Bonham St | Columbus Donors will receive a free pair of socks and a complimentary cholesterol screening. To schedule an appointment to give blood, visit commitforlife.org/donor/ schedules/drive_schedule/421074/.
Columbus Children’s Community Choir Kick-Off Tuesday, Sept. 8 | 3:45 p.m. | First United Methodist Church Columbus, 1229 Milam St | Columbus “Homes Around the World” Youth Art Awards Reception Wednesday, Sept. 9 | 5:30–7 p.m. | Live Oak Art Center, 1014 Milam St | Columbus Celebrate the winners of Colorado County Habitat for Humanity’s youth art contest. The exhibit will be on display Sept. 9–30 viewable during LOAC’s open hours.
Sheridan Lions Club Bingo for Bags and Bling Saturday, Sept. 12 | Sheridan Community Center, 5803 S Logan Park Dr | Sheridan Must be 21 years old or older to attend; bring your own booze. All proceeds to benefit community projects. Prizes include authentic designer purses, jewelry and men’s items. Tickets are $40 each or $500 for a table of 10. Contact Carol Drozd at (361) 772-5631.
Faith Lutheran Church Annual Fish Fry Sunday, Sept. 13 | 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Faith Lutheran Church, 615 S Eagle St | Weimar Enjoy a homecooked meal of fried catfish, mac ‘n cheese, hushpuppies and coleslaw for $15 per plate. Peruse a bake sale and enter into a raffle for prizes.
Lunch and Learn: Preparing a Fall Garden Wednesday, Sept. 16 | 11:50 a.m. – 12:50 p.m. | County Services Building, 305 Radio Ln | Columbus Free educational seminars on various gardening topics delivered during lunchtime and hosted by the Bluebonnet Master Gardners Association. For questions, call (979) 732-2082.
Blend Hair Salon Ribbon Cutting Friday, Sept. 18 | 4 p.m. | Blend Hair Salon, 524 Walnut St | Columbus Blend Hair Salon was created by stylists KJ Guentert and Charlsie Atteberry with a vision to bring an elevated, modern hair experience to the heart of Columbus. Offering blonding, color, styling, extensions, tanning, and more, Blend combines a polished salon experience with the warmth and comfort of a small-town atmosphere.
New Ulm VFD 75th Annual Celebration
Sunday, Sept. 20 | 10 a.m. | New Ulm Fireman’s Park, 1899 Track Rd | New Ulm Meal sales to go for $20 starting at 10 a.m. Drive-thru line for plates to go at 10:30 a.m. Barbecue beef and pork serving starts at 11 a.m. with per plate tickets priced at $15 for adults and $8 for children ages 6-12. Auction and silent auction with all proceeds going toward firefighting equipment to start at 1 p.m. Special attractions include raffle drawings, kids games, cake walk and plant bingo.
Weimar Library Movie: Goat (2026) Monday, Sept. 21 | 3:45 p.m. | Weimar Public Library, 1 Jackson Square | Weimar Free popcorn and bottled water.
Eagle Lake Chamber of Commerce Mixer Wednesday, Sept. 23 | 5–7 p.m. | The Painted Tree Emporium, 119 E Main St | Eagle Lake All chamber members and those wishing to join are welcome to attend. Come mix, mingle and learn more about what’s happening in Eagle Lake.
