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Hazardous Waste and Recyclable Materials Collection Day Saturday, Sept. 26 | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. | Colorado County Fairgrounds, 1146 Crossroads Blvd | Columbus
Texas ChalleNGe Academy Open House Friday, Sept. 25 | 8–10 a.m. | 600 Hwy 3013 | Eagle Lake Tourthecampus,learnabouttheprogram, chat with faculty and staff and enjoy tasty coffee and kolaches.
Church Garage Sale
Friday, Sept. 25 and Saturday, Sept. 26 | 8 a.m. – noon | Trinity Lutheran Event Center, 2319 Farm to Market Rd 1291 | New Ulm Furniture, household items and décor, attic treasures, clothes, outdoor items and much more will be for sale.
Jenkins Family Golf Benefit
Saturday, Sept. 26 | 9 a.m. | Eagle Lake Golf Course, 210 Golf Course Rd | Eagle Lake Tee up to benefit Jeremy and Brandy Jenkins’ sons. The team format is a four-person scramble with cash prizes. Hamburger plates to go available. Organized by the Eagle Lake Recreation Center and Rice CISD Athletics. Register by calling (979) 732-0563.
Author Jayme Blaschke at Weimar Public Library Friday, Sept. 25 | 10 a.m. | 1 Jackson Square | Weimar Exploring the far-reaches of a sci-fi galaxy, weaving the magic of a fantasy realm, or unearthing the dusty secrets of the Lone Star State, Jayme Blaschke knows how to tell a story. Hearabouthisrealandfictionaladventures.
5th Annual Columbus VFD Fundraiser Monday, Sept. 28 Proceeds from raffle drawings (18+ years old) and tickets will go towards purchasing vital equipment. Tickets are $20 each or six for $100 and purchasable through any CVFD firefighter or at select businesses. Prizes may be picked up at M-G Farm Service Center in Weimar following the drawing.
RCISD Bond Town Hall
Tuesday, Sept. 29 | 6 p.m. | Sheridan Lions Club, 5803 S Logan Park Dr | Sheridan Superintendent Kenny Center will provide a presentation on background, research and plans for the proposed $55 million bond for a consolidated elementary school. School board trustees will then answer questions in more detail.
Pizza with the Pastor
Wednesday,Sept.30|5:30p.m.|BelTavolo Pizzeria, 123 Main St | New Ulm Hosted by Trinity Lutheran Church Frelsburg. Drop in and join the fun anytime throughout the evening.
Young Adult Movie Night: Studio Ghibli’s The Boy and the Heron Wednesday, Sept. 30 | 6:30 p.m. | Nesbitt Memorial Library, 529 Washington St | Columbus For young adults ages 18 and older. Free popcorn and drinks provided.
Urban Sketching Roadtrip for Illustrators
Saturday, Oct. 3 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. | Live Oak Art Center, 1014 Milam St | Columbus Joinfellowillustratorsandaspiringillustrators for a day of urban sketching, networking, fresh air and fun alongside published and prepublished illustrators!Bringyoursketchbooks/ board, favorite supplies and a chair/stool.
Houndtoberfest
Saturday, Oct. 3 | 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. | Hound Song Brewing Co., 535 Walnut St | Columbus Enjoy a full day of German-inspired food, beer, live music, ridiculous competitions, and plenty of Houndtoberfest fun. Live music from 11:30a.m.–2:30p.m.and5–8p.m.Bratwurst toss at 2 p.m. Stein holding competition at 3 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Houndtoberfest Costume Contest at 4 p. m.
Bishop Forest Class of 1971 Reunion Saturday, Oct. 3 | 2 p.m. | Holman Dance Hall, 10204 FM 155 | La Grange Start at 2 p.m. with dinner to be served at 4 p.m. Please RSVP to Dennis Thumann at dthumann@ aol.com.
27th Annual Night on the Town
Saturday, Oct. 3 | 6 p.m. – midnight | Veterans Memorial Hall, 503 Park Dr | Weimar Enjoy dinner, an open bar, dancing, live music, a silent auction, games and more at St. Michael Catholic School’s largest fundraiser. This year’s theme is “Night at the Derby.” Tickets are $75.
31st Annual Rice Medical Center Employee Volunteer Harvest Ball Saturday, Oct. 3 | 6 p.m. – midnight | St. Mary’s Nada Community Center, 1261 Old Nada Rd | Nada All proceeds go towards RMC equipment and renovations. Honoring Vicky Jo Pavlu for her vision, leadership and commitment to the health and wellbeing of the community.
172nd Annual Mentz Picnic
Sunday, Oct. 4 | 10 a.m. | St. Roch Catholic Church, 1600 Frelsburg Rd | Mentz Mass at 10 a.m. Barbecue beef, pork and sausage plates served starting at 11 a.m. Live auction at 1 p.m. Dancing and live music from 1–5p.m.Hamburgersservedstartingat2p.m. Also enjoy plenty of kids’ activities, raffles and a cornhole tournament.
National Night Out
Tuesday, Oct. 6 Historic Trail Dedication | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Friends of Zimmercheidt Historic School, 2184 FM 109 | Columbus Eagle Lake | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | 100 E Main St Columbus|6p.m.|St.PaulLuthernChurch, 201 Veterans Dr Weimar|6–8p.m.|100BlockofJacksonSt
Texas Oktoberfest
Saturday, Oct. 10 | 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. | Colorado CountyFairgrounds,1146CrossroadsBlvd | Columbus The Texas Oktoberfest will bring together the best of German culture and Texas hospitality, offering a full day of entertainment, exhibitors, food and family-friendly activities. Learn more at texasoktoberfest.com/.
Frelsburg VFD Open House
Sunday, Oct. 11 | noon – 3 p.m. | 1669 FM 109 | Frelsburg Frelsburg Volunteer Fire Department invites friends,communitymembersanddonors to join them for an open house showcasing their brand-new fire station. Barbecue sandwiches, hotdogs,chipsandcakewillbeserved.
