SEPTEMBER 2016 Chairman of the Board Kurt Alfred Brenham National Bank
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First Vice Chair Kyle Merten Blinn College Foundation Second Vice Chair Randy Wells Faith Mission and Help Center Secretary James Pharaon Germania Insurance Treasurer Walter Jackson Brenham ISD Superintendent Immediate Past Chairman Wesley Brinkmeyer Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative Eric Berg District Attorney’s Office Sharon Brass Kwik Kopy Business Center Cathy Cole Heritage Texas Country Properties Chad Gerke Gerke Law Firm Becky Hanath Rodney’s General Repair Suzy Hankins Ant Street Inn Tammy Jaster City of Brenham– Blue Bell Aquatic Center Jeannie Kroll Brenham Clinic LaVerne Krumrey Brenham Monument Co. Cyndee Smith Oldham Goodwin Group Brad Stufflebeam Home Sweet Farm Market & Biergarten Jenny Van Dorf Blue Bell Creameries Randy Weidemann Van Dyke Rankin Insurance Kristie Wensel Brenham State Supported Living Center
‘Tailgate’ Scores Big The ninth annual “Tailgate” event was hosted by the Washington County Chamber on August 25 at Silver Wings Ballroom. There was a great crowd on hand to enjoy the delicious food catered by Design II, plus plenty of cold drinks. There was a silent auction that included many unique items, plus eight “Big Board” packages that had people clamoring to take the lead and the popular card raffle include three items that had folks buying cards quickly. There was also a 50/50 ticket drawing for cash that was a new addition to the event.
Brenham and Burton high school cheerleaders added to the festivities by serving food to sponsor tables. Members of the National Champion Blinn College Dance Team helped sell the card raffles to guests. Event chairman Kurt Alfred said: “Like years in the past, Tailgate 2016 was a success! It is always amazing to see the continued community involvement and support we receive at the Chamber. A special thank you goes out to all of the businesses and individuals that provided an auction item. It is through their sup-
Employment Law Seminar to be held Sept. 28
port and donations that this Chamber function continues to thrive. I must also recognize the Chamber Board of Directors, Chamber staff, and Blue Blazers organization because without their hard work and participation, the event would not have been as successful. It truly takes a team effort to organize and hold such a great event!” Receiving so much support for this ninth annual event helped to ensure its success. The
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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS mix , mingle , make connections!
hosted by:
A Brief Look at Agency Activity and Related Trends, and a Closer Look at the DOL’s Infamous New Overtime Rule
Hermann Furniture Company
On Wednesday, September 28, Alexis Knapp and Nehal Anand of Littler Employment & Labor Law Solutions Worldwide will be the presenters of this seminar hosted by the Washington County Chamber of Commerce at the Blinn College Student Center Conference Room in Brenham from 8:30-10:30 a.m. This program will provide an overview of various employment law issues in 2016, and what is seen in terms of trends, enforcement and other activity with regard to each. Topics will include a brief overview of the activities of the federal agencies themselves, including the EEOC and DOL, as well as trends in litiga-
213 W. Alamo St., Downtown Brenham
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Thursday, Sept. 29 from 5-7 p.m. Enjoy great networking and refreshments. Free for Chamber members and employees. Special beverages provided by Mike Hopkins Distributing. Learn more about Hermann Furniture Company at www.HermannFurniture.com
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Ribbon Cutting
New Member
Edvance Academy School of Beauty Owner: Zelda Moore 2244 S. Market St., Brenham
New Member
Service Expansion
Diamond Washing Solutions
Ninety Six West
Owner: Ty Buchanan Phone: 979-203-6647
Owners: Tami Redshaw and Edward Smith 103 S. Baylor St., Brenham
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CHI St. Joseph Health DI Truck and Trailer Repair Heritage Texas Country Properties Seidel Schroeder
Chamber would like to thank the following sponsors for their participation: !
Networking Happy Hour
CHAMPION SPONSOR
Thursday, September 22 at Home Sweet Farm Market & Biergarten
FIELD GOAL SPONSORS
307 S. Park St., Downtown Brenham
5-7 p.m.
Join in for some good food, good drinks and a great time! For more information about the Washington County YPO, send your contact information to youngpros@brenhamtexas.com or visit online: www.Facebook.com/YPOwashingtoncounty
Washington County Chamber of Commerce Page Michel, President & CEO Jane Hinze, Member Services Mgr. Shae Janner, Business Programs Mgr. Dawn Konieczny, Communications Coord. Lu Hollander, CVB Adv. & PR Mgr. Jenny Mills, Website & Social Media Mgr. Courtney Powell, Visitor Center & Group Mktg. Coord. Debby Welch, Visitor Center Assistant Cheryl Sevin, Bookkeeper Support Staff: Darlene Denman, Jeanine Presswood and Nelda Snow.
SUPER BOWL SPONSORS
Blinn College | Brenham National Bank TOUCHDOWN SPONSORS Appel Ford Associated Credit Union of Texas Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Brenham Bluebonnet Electric Burton ISD
Bank of Brenham BBVA Compass Blinn College Alumni & Friends Association Blue Bell Blue Blazers Brenham Clinic Brenham Collision Center, Inc. Brenham Floral Company Brenham ISD Brenham Nursing & Rehabilitation Brenham Technical Services Camp For All Del Sol Food Co., Inc. Edward Jones TAILGATE continued on 3
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tion and claims by current and former employees in a variety of areas (Title VII, ADA, FMLA, PDA and more). A major component of this program will also be informing and helping to prepare employers facing the new FLSA/DOL overtime rule that takes effect December 1, 2016, and ensur-
ing they know what immediate action items lay ahead for business owners, management, HR and legal in the days ahead. The theme of this presentation will be educational, but also preventive, with the goal of identifying areas where employers can mitigate risk
and be proactive in preventing claims in these various areas. This cost is $10 for Chamber Members and $15 for non-members. Call 979-836-3695 or email events@brenhamtexas.com to reserve your space. A continental breakfast is included in the cost.
GROUP BUYING POWER Chamber members can now get major savings on credit card payment processing. Learn about our new member benefit program.
Contact Will Watson at (979) 345-2988 • will.watson@infintechllc.com
www.infintechllc.com
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Eric Berg/Julie Renken Germania Insurance Gist Law, PLLC Hodde Real Estate Innocor Foam Technologies Kevin Dernehl-Texas Farm Bureau Kruse Village KWIK KOPY Business Center Mike Hopkins Distributing Money Makeover Team Personnel Services RE/MAX Advantage RJ3 Enterprise Texas Farm Credit The Gerke Law Firm, PLLC Van Dyke Rankin Washington County Abstract Co. Wellmann Enterprises The Tailgate event would not have been such a great success without the donations of so many valuable items from local businesses and the Chamber Board members. The Chamber sends a big “thank you” to all of the donors listed below, and to those who bid on these great items!
Washington County Wine Trail Donated by Pleasant Hill Winery, Saddlehorn Winery, Texas Star Winery and Windy Winery. Backyard Tailgate Party Package Donated by Sears, Mike Hopkins Distributing, QuestSpecialty, Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union, Fayetteville Propane, CC Creations, LaRoche Chevrolet and RR Donnelley Sundae Fun Day Party for 25 Donated by Tuchi’s Party Supply Rental, Blue Bell Creameries and Altman Dentistry Steak Dinner for 20 at Miracle Farm Donated by the Washington County Chamber Board of Directors, Miracle Farm and Rau’s Meat Center Dinner with the Brenham Clinic Docs Donated by Dr. Donald Draehn, Dr. William Loesch, Dr. Eric Alford, Doug and Gracie Slattery and 44 Farms Steaks Flounder Gigging Fishing Trip Donated by Citizens State Bank and Appel Ford
The “Most Spirited Table” award went to DI Truck & Trailer Repair. They decorated with an actual tailgate, coolers, and tailgate games.
SILENT AUCTION: Set of Redken Hair Products Absolutely Fabulous Salon & Spa
BIG BOARD PACKAGES: Girls Get-Away to “Chill in Chappell Hill” Donated by Pearl’s Place, Texas Star Winery, Chappell Hill Lavender Farm and Bevers Kitchen Brew, Crew & BBQ Donated by Brazos Valley Brewing Company and Nathan’s BBQ
$100 Lodging Certificate from Texas Bed & Breakfast Association Ant Street Inn Tickets to Houston Dynamo Soccer Game BBVA Compass
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WASHINGTON COUNTY “ADOPT-A-SIGN” PARTNERS To ensure the long-term care of the Welcome Sign monuments at the five entry points to Washington County, four landscaping companies from our community have volunteered to oversee their maintenance.
Thank you to our Chairman’s Circle members ...
Brenham Clinic
Thank you to our Presidential Level members ...
OF BRENHAM Bluebonnet Electric
Metropolitan Water Company, L.P.
BRENHAM
Always a great supporter of Chamber events, Brenham Clinic has been “Keeping your team healthy for over 50 years.”
Precision Lawn Management — U.S. 290 West Sign Designing Landscapes — U.S. 290 East Sign Glasco & Company Landscaping — Hwy. 36 North and South Signs Wise Landscaping — Hwy. 105 Sign
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CORNERSTONE BRENHAM Pastor: Rev. John Paul Cruz 906 W. Stone Street Brenham, Texas 77833 Phone: 979-830-0404 drobinson@cgod.org www.cGod.org Churches
New Chamber Members
CREATIVE CO-OP Owner: Jason May 705 S. Austin Street Brenham, Texas 77833 Phone: 979-203-7503 art@jasonmayoil.com www.creativeco-optx.com Arts & Culture
DIAMOND WASHING SOLUTIONS Owner: Ty Buchanan 2900 Old Chappell Hill Road Brenham, Texas 77833 Phone: 979-203-6647 Tybuchanan99@gmail.com Pressure Washing
EDVANCE ACADEMY SCHOOL OF BEAUTY 2244 S. Market Street Brenham, Texas 77833 Phone: 979-421-8262 edvanceschoolofbeauty@gmail.com www.edschoolofbeauty.com Cosmetology/Beauty School
FRINGE SALON 1000 S. Austin Street Brenham, Texas 77833 Phone: 979-830-7144 karlyws@att.net Hair Salon
MODERN AIR SOLUTIONS Owner: Chance Garner 412 E. Academy Street Brenham, Texas 77833 Phone: 979-451-5004 modernairandsolar@yahoo.com Air Conditioning & Heating Sales/Service
THOMAS NUGENT/ TRICIA WEAVER 3439 Mill Creek Road Bellville, Texas 77418 Phone: 281-802-2047 tom-nugent@outlook.com Retired Individuals TRANSCONTINENTAL SERVICES PO Box 475 Chappell Hill, Texas 77426 Phone: 979-836-9090 ttexast@gmail.com www.ttexast.com Trucking/Transportation Services
Renewing Chamber Members August 1-31 Thanks to the following members for continuing your investment in the Chamber. You are long-term “partners” in our mission to promote and preserve this great community, and we appreciate your confidence in the Chamber’s ability to promote your business. Dr. Jimmy R. Haskins — 43 years ATS Irrigation — 31 years K-Bob’s Steakhouse — 31 years Nueces Canyon Ranch — 29 years Kruse Memorial Lutheran Village — 26 years Brazos Belle Restaurant — 22 years Brenham ISD Superintendent — 21 years Best Western Inn of Brenham — 19 years Events by Room Service — 19 years Beth A. Rothermel, County Clerk — 18 years Countryside Lighting Co. — 17 years 4DIAMONDLIMO.COM — 16 years BlissWood Bed & Breakfast Ranch — 14 years Joyce Boeker — 14 years Shirts Caps And More — 14 years Brenham Catering Company — 13 years
Jim & Ellen Ellison — 13 years Lynne L. Holder, Attorney At Law — 13 years Max Donuts — 13 years Gus Mutscher — 13 years Scoops at Westwood — 13 years Las Fuentes Mexican Restaurant — 12 years Texas Broadband — 11 years Brenham Elks Lodge — 10 years Roger’s Tree Service — 8 years Sycamore Cottage — 8 years Texas ENT & Allergy — 8 years Hampton Inn & Suites — 7 years Home Depot — 6 years Washington County Wildlife Society — 6 years Allen Dave Funeral Home — 5 years Mill Creek Custom Homes — 5 years
South Texas Tack — 5 years Washington County Ladies Lions Club — 5 years Carson Campbell — 4 years High Hope Care Center of Brenham — 4 years Factory Connection — 3 years Karen’s Family Cuts — 3 years Washington County Bible Church — 3 years Brazos Valley Council on Alcohol & Substance Abuse — 2 years Pilot Club of Brenham — 2 years TC Ranch Ventures — 2 years Cajun Creative Printing — 1 year Chappell Hill Moving & Storage — 1 year Law Offices of Robbie Gail Charette — 1 year Fat Dog Firearms — 1 year Heart and Hand Bodywork — 1 year
Washington County Blue Blazers The Blue Blazers is a club with 15-20 members and 40 years of tradition. They support the mission of the Washington County Chamber. The volunteers in the club act as official greeters and hosts of our community. Their activities include monthly meetings, greeting at Chamber functions, recruiting new Chamber members, and conducting ribbon cuttings and grand openings.
Michael Branton Seidel Schroeder
City of Brenham-Blue Bell Aquatic Center
Retired-School Teacher
Linda Pipes
Barbara Wilganowski
Darlene Denman
Florence Julian
Kathy Randermann
Kristie Wensel
Joyce Dickschat
Crystal Locke
Washington County Chamber Brenham National Bank
Wendy Frazier
BBVA Compass Bank
Eddie Harrison
Retired-Brenham Municipal Judge
Tammy Jaster
Retired-Individual
KTTX 106.1/KWHI 1280 Brenham State Supported Living Center
Brice Milliorn
Christy Schlottmann
Michelle Panko
Barking Ranch Pet Resort
Brenham State Supported Living Center
Debra Russell
City of Brenham
Edward Jones Investments
Spherion Staffing
Allstate Insurance
Randy Weidemann
Van Dyke Rankin & Company
www.twitter.com/VisitBrenham or ChamberWashCo
www.brenhamtexas.com
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4 Tickets to Houston Dash Soccer Game BBVA Compass Season Subscription to Unity Theatre plus Gift Certificates for “Dessert at the Gallery” Back Lot Gallery & Unity Theatre Season Passes for Blinn Sports plus stadium gifts Blinn College Season Passes for Blinn Sports, opportunity to be Bat Boy or Girl for a game, baseball gear and hitting/pitching sessions with Blinn coaching staff Blinn College Athletics – Baseball Season Passes for Blinn Sports, opportunity to be Assistant Coach at a Home Game and Coin Toss Blinn College Athletics – Football
Brenham Floral had gorgeous table decor and sport- The Brenham Nursing & Rehabilitation team was ed an assortment of mums to showcase their work for all smiles and ready to enjoy Tailgate food, served by the upcoming Homecoming season of surrounding Brenham and Burton HS Cheerleaders. schools.
One Month Pass to Aquatic Center & Tshirt Blue Bell Aquatic Center Blue Bell Country Store Gift Basket and autographed copy of Ed Kruse Biography Blue Bell Creameries Cleveland Sand Wedge Brenham Country Club Fitness & Tanning Membership Brenham Fitness Center Reserved Seats for Home Football Games Brenham ISD Cub Football Home Game SIDELINE PASS Brenham ISD Football – Coach Glen West 1845 Republic of Texas Framed Map Brenham National Bank Family Portrait Session, 11x14 portrait included Brenham Portrait Gallery Texas A&M Gift Basket Brenham Rest Home Pet Supplies Gift Basket with Boarding Gift Certificate Brenham Veterinary Hospital and Barking Ranch Pet Resort Briannas Gourmet Gift Basket Del Sol Food Company Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning Colwell’s Chem-Dry Cub Football Theme Gift Basket Creatively Yours Fitness Training Package and Gift Basket Esteem Body Works Costa Sunglasses Dr. Garral Tiaden, OD Germania Theme Gift Basket Germania Insurance Raindrop Essential Oil Therapy and 60 Minutes Massage Heart & Hand Bodywork Wine Basket Cathy Cole-Heritage Texas Country Properties
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Edward Jones representatives shared a table and supplied a football-themed photo booth for attendees to Blinn College Dance Team members helped promote capture fun memories. Pictured are Billy Starnes, one of the Big Board packages that was up for grabs. Katie Matthews, Andrea Holle and Brice Milliorn.
Tailgate Photo Booth Sponsored by Edward Jones
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Tourism Tuesday
Tourism News
The next Tourism Tuesday meeting will be on September 13 in the Chamber Conference Room beginning at 10 a.m. Join the Chamber-CVB staff as they reveal plans for the new budget year that launches October 1. Hear what other tourism partners are planning, and report on your own activities for the benefit of everyone who attends. Be sure to bring brochures and flyers to share.
H.A.R.T.A. comes to Brenham
You may have seen a few extra people wandering around town with Visitor Center “Welcome” bags on August 31. This group of retired teachers was to make the trip back in May, but had to reschedule due to the flooding. H.A.R.T.A. (Humble Area Retired Teachers Association) finally made it to Washington County and they descended upon Downtown Brenham to shop, eat and have fun. After their time downtown, the group visited the Blue Bell ice cream parlor and Bliss Candy Company. Their members raved about this community and can’t wait to return and stay longer!
TACVB Conference
Chamber-CVB staff member Jenny Mills had the opportunity to attend a tourism industry conference in El Paso in August. The Texas Association of CVBs (TACVB) hosts conferences to inspire and educate leaders within destination marketing organizations. The conference was a huge success and Jenny returned with new knowledge and inspiration, eager to implement in Brenham & Washington County! Each day featured an inspiring opening session followed by a variety of education sessions. Jenny was able to attend sessions on services, sports, sales and leadership. One session was dedicated to receiving input from industry peers. They are a great resource to DMOs with questions about how others handle marketing, branding, social media practices, staffing, events and more. Not only were the education sessions informative, but the opportunities to network with others from around the state was invaluable. There was an off-site session to see the El Paso Visitor Center. They have done an excellent job of making sure the visitor feels welcomed and taken care of by their staff. The Director was introduced and spoke about how they operate two information centers, one of which is at the airport. “It’s always interesting to go to other destinations and see how they market their area, how they greet visitors, what kind of information they provide, etc.” explained Mills. “El Paso did a great job at making us feel very welcomed. My hope and desire is to make sure that all who come to Brenham will have an outstanding visitor experience, whether they come for a day or a week.”
148th Washington County Fair
Enjoy the “Oldest County Fair in Texas” from September 10-17 with shows, rodeos, music and fun. This year’s fair and rodeo will include Nashville entertainment, a carnival, crafts, food, livestock and poultry auctions, commercial exhibits, attractions, and much more. Activities and entrance fees vary by day. View the complete schedule of activities online at www.washingtoncofair.com.
Round Top Antiques Fair
The biannual Round Top Antiques Fair will open Saturday, September 17, and run through Saturday, October 1. Twice a year Round Top is host to one of the nation’s largest antiques events. The show started in 1967 with 22 dealers at the Round Top Rifle Hall. Because of the show’s success, many other shows and venues opened up and now all towns in a 10-mile radius of Round Top are included.
Texas Tenors Live at the O’Donnell
The Texas Tenors will be performing at the O’Donnell Performing Arts Center at Blinn on October 2. With an Emmy Award winning PBS special and Billboard chart-topping albums, it’s easy to see why these are America’s favorite new tenors. Since their whirlwind debut six
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Jenny at the El Paso Visitor Center.
Working for YOU! As a Chamber member, your promotional information is seen by thousands of people every month.
WALK-INS Visitor Center HQ Building
Grab your Camera
The 148th Washington County Fair is coming up and what a great place to take photos to enter in the “Slice of Life in Washington County” Photo Contest. The goal is to illustrate in a photo a slice of life in this community, and the Fair provides a great venue. It’s easy to enter. Pick up entry forms at the Chamber office or the Visitor Center or online at www.VisitBrenhamTexas.com. The top three winners receive cash prizes and their photos, and other entries, are used in materials that promote Washington County to visitors. So grab your cameras, everyone!
Attending one of the educational sessions.
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WEBSITE www.BrenhamTexas.com Total Pages Unique Visitors
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Jenny with Sarah Page, CEO of the TACVB.
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What’s Happening in September Sept 8-11 “The Odd Couple” Blinn Theatre Arts Faculty Showcase At the O’Donnell Performing Arts Center, 600 Blinn Blvd, Brenham. Shows begin at 7pm Sept. 8-10 and 2pm Sept. 11. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for seniors and students with ID (www.blinn.edu/ boxoffice, boxoffice@blinn.edu, 979830-4024). Sept 9-29 9/11 Exhibit In remembrance of the 15th anniversary, exhibit at George Bush Presidential Library & Museum showcases photographs and artifacts including a section of steel from the World Trade Center, College Station (www.bush41.org). Sept 9-30 Fine Arts Exhibits Brenham Fine Arts League members display original art, Washington on the Brazos Gallery of the Republic Visitor Center, 10am-5pm (www.wheretexas becametexas.org). Sept 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, 30-Oct. 2 Brewery Patio Open At Brazos Valley Brewery enjoy craft beer with friends, Friday 5-10pm, Saturday 12-8pm, Sunday 1-6pm, 201 W. First St., Downtown Brenham (www. BrazosValleyBrewery.com). Sept 9-11, 16-18, 23-25, 30-Oct. 2 Live Music in the Biergarten Home Sweet Farm Market and Biergarten, times vary, 307 S. Park St., Downtown Brenham (www.HomeSweetFarm. com). Sept 9 Live Music at Nathan’s BBQ Cool Freddie E. and Jenna Burns will be performing at Nathan’s BBQ , 6-9pm, 1307 Prairie Lea, Brenham (979-2519900, www.nathansbbq.com). Sept 10-17 Washington County Fair “Oldest County Fair in Texas.” Shows, rodeos, music and fun. Nashville entertainment, carnival, crafts, food, livestock and poultry auctions, commercial exhibits and attractions. Activities and entrance fees vary, view full schedule online (www.washingtoncofair.com). Sept 10, 17, 24, Oct. 1 Lone Star Gallery Open every Saturday year-round, featuring vintage, antique, re-purposed, shabby, & more. Free admission, free parking, indoor shopping, on-site concessions, 4214 S Hwy 237, Warrenton (www.thelonestargallery.com).
Sept 10 Antique Carousel Rides At Fireman’s Park, open to the public weekends March-October. Only $1 per rider to enjoy a piece of Brenham’s history, Saturday 11-4. Sept 10 “Step Into the Past” Tours Multiple historic sites throughout Washington County are open for you to explore on Saturdays 10am-5pm, full details are online (www.VisitBrenhamTexas.com/ step-into-the-past). Sept 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 Play in the Clay One night make your own pieces, return a second night to decorate/glaze, $80 per person includes clay, decorating/glazes and two firings. Tuesdays and Thursdays 7-9pm at Bluebonnet Pottery, 12341 LBJ Drive (www.BluebonnetPottery.com, 979-289-3765). Sept 14, 21, 28 Musical Theatre Dance Classes For 3rd - 5th grades, jazz and tap with Libby Lovejoy, 4-5pm, Unity Theatre, 300 Church St., Brenham (www.Unity Brenham.org). Sept 14, 21, 28 Musical Theatre Dance Classes For 6rd - 12th grades, jazz and tap with Libby Lovejoy, 5-6pm, Unity Theatre, 300 Church St., Brenham (www.Unity Brenham.org). Sept 14, 21, 28 Dance Exercise Class Get a great workout and have fun, no dance experience required. Class is half tap and half musical theatre dance, 6-7pm, Unity Theatre, 300 Church St., Brenham (www.UnityBrenham.org). Sept 14 Wine Down At Home Sweet Farm Market enjoy wine and artisan cheese and $1 off house wine, 5-8pm, 307 S. Park St., Downtown Brenham (www.homesweetfarmcom). Sept 14 Faith & Family Night Concert At the Washington Co. Fair, New Beginnings Life Ministries to be highlighted. Tedashii concert at 7:30pm with Colton Dixon about 8:30pm. (www.New BeginningsBrenham.org). Sept 15 Friends of Bluebonnet Opry Tribute to Merle Haggard featuring Dennis Ivey and the Bluebonnet Opry House Band, doors open at 5:30pm, food served at 6pm, show starts at 7:30pm, $5 admission (www.FriendsOf BluebonnetOpry.com).
Sept 15 Friendship Quilt Guild Meeting From 5-7pm at Brenham Church of Christ, 2800 Victory Ln., $25 yearly membership fees, visitors welcome (www.friendshipquiltguild.weebly.com, 979-830-1950). Sept 17-Oct 1 Round Top Antiques Fair Various vendors in Round Top, Carmine, Warrenton. One of the biggest shows of the year (www.RoundTop.org). Sept 17 Living History Saturday Travel back in time to where a nation was born in 1836. Staff and volunteers in period clothing bring to life people and events of Old Washington, 10am4:30pm, Washington on the Brazos (www.WhereTexasBecameTexas.org). Sept 17 Firesmart: Wising Up to Wildfires Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, in partnership with the Texas A&M Forest Service, is hosting an open house at its Bastrop headquarters to showcase wild land fuels mitigation and wildfire defensible space, 10am-2pm, 650 Hwy 21 E., Bastrop (www.bluebonnet.coop/ Community/FireSmart, 512-332-3977). Sept 19 Ribbon Cutting – Pearl’s Place Join in welcoming this new member, located at 18250 FM 1155, Washington, TX, 10:30am. Sept 22 Lifetime Learning hosts “The Power of the POTUS The Executive Office of the President from FDR to GWB” Dr. Robert Holzweiss, presidential scholar from George Bush Library at Texas A&M, discusses how Presidents from FDR to GWB expanded the power of the office to address social, economic, international and political problems. He will discuss how the growing power of the Chief Executive is in turn challenging the traditional role of Legislative and Judicial Branches of government, 11:30am-1pm, Janis Sneed Banquet Room, Blinn College, Brenham, $25 (www.LifetimeLearningBrenham.org). Sept 22 YPO Happy Hour at Home Sweet Farm Mix and mingle with Young Professionals of Washington County, 307 S. Park St., Downtown Brenham, 5-7pm. Sept 22-Oct 9 Unity Theatre Presents “Blithe Spirit” Smash comedy hit of the London and Broadway stages, offers up fussy, cantankerous novelist Charles, re-married but
haunted (literally) by his late first wife, the wickedly clever Elvira, who is called up by a visiting “happy medium” Madame Arcati (www.UnityBrenham.org).
Sept 23-Oct 1 LaBahia Antiques Dealers across the country featuring antiques, collectibles, vintage, and re-purpose items in the historic 1879 LaBahia Hall, Hwy 290 at TX Hwy 237, Burton (www.LaBahiaAntiques.com).
Sept 24 White Linen Night in Burton Enjoy a cool evening in New Orleans fashion, tunes from Anthony Moreno Music, Bad Girl BBQ , art and antiques all down Live Oak Street, Downtown Burton, 5-9pm (www.BurtonTexas.org).
Sept 24 Shakespeare at Winedale Actors from the London Stage, Winedale Theater Barn, 7-10pm, $25 General Admission, $12 Students (www. Shakespeare-winedale.org).
Sept 28 Chamber Hosts Employment Law Seminar Alexis Knapp and Nehal Anand of Littler to address employment and labor law, with focus on the new overtime rule, 8:30-10:30am, $10 for Chamber Members, $15 for non-members, Blinn College Conference Room.
Sept 29 Adam’s Angels Ministry Drive-Thru Chicken Fundraiser Three pc. Chicken Tender Meal with tea, $10, 4:30-7pm, Bush’s Chicken, 2749 Hwy 36 S., Brenham (979-277-8045 or 979-836-0955). Sept 29 Business After Hours at Hermann Furniture Company Enjoy networking, delicious food and refreshments, 5-7pm, 213 W. Alamo St., Downtown Brenham.
Sept 30 Ribbon Cutting – Noble Living Studios Join in celebrating their business expansion, 2562 Ryan St., Brenham, 2pm.
Sept 30 Scott & White Healthcare Classic Golf Tournament XXIV Healthcare Classic Golf Tournament XXIII at Brenham Country Club, registration starts at 11 am with lunch provided and a shotgun start at 12:30 pm, Celebration Dinner starts at 6pm (Margie.Young@BSWHealth.org). CALENDAR continued on page 8
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years ago on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, The Texas Tenors have accumulated a long list of awards, accolades, and excited fans. Get tickets at www.Blinn.edu/boxoffice.
Scarecrow Festival
The 39th annual Scarecrow Festival is approaching! On October 8 and 9, thousands will head to downtown Chappell Hill to enjoy over 400 vendors, food booths, live music and family entertainment. Free admission. Parking $5 per vehicle. Hours: Saturday 9-6, Sunday 9-5.
Fall Football Theme Gift Basket Hermann Furniture
Ping Cadence TR Shea Putter The Gerke Law Firm
One 30-minute Mini Session James Pharaon Creative
Basket of Preserves and Certificate for Pie a Month for a Year Dumas Walker Pepper & Pie Co
Luke Bryan Concert tickets and gifts KTEX-KWHI Radio Fall Theme gift basket with Local Market items Kwik Kopy Business Center Handmade Fused Glass Texas Pendant Melissa McCaghren
Texas Brew Step
On Saturday, October 15, from 3-7pm, a variety of hand-crafted brews from across Texas and beyond will be served in Downtown Brenham. The charm of a historical Texas town and delicious beer — a perfect blend for a perfect day! Sample the brews with a keepsake pilsner glass. (Order online in advance to ensure you get a glass. They have sold out in the past.) A map of sampling locations will be available at the gazebo on the courthouse square the day of the Texas Brew Step.
Texas Arts & Music Festival in Downtown Brenham
Coinciding with the Texas Brew Step event, the first ever Texas Arts & Music Festival is going to be launched in Downtown Brenham! It will be a weekend packed with live music, art and outdoor murals, delicious food and drinks. The festival begins at 5:00pm on Friday, October 14, and continues throughout the weekend. Admission is free, parking is free, and plenty of entertainment is free! View more details on Facebook and online: www.TexasArtsandMusicFestival.com.
Financial Planning Consultation and Portfolio Analysis Mitchell Clark & Company Luncheon for 16 Guests with Dessert Must Be Heaven Longhorn Canvas Print Nu Area Wooden Cabinet-Fantasy Championship Football Ring Peggy Kramer, Washington County A&M Yard Flag and Stakes Pooltex American Custom Engraved Cutting Board Red Fern Woodwork & Renovation State Capitol “Page for a Day” State Representative Leighton Schubert The Texas Capitol photograph autographed and framed State Senator Lois Kolkhorst
Cubs Wreath Brenham SSLCVolunteer Services Council
4 Embroidered Jackets and 2 Dozen Caps Embroidered Halo Branded Solutions –Casey Robinson Portrait Mini Session Fields of Heather Photography “Come & Take It” Flag in Frame Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative
Black Granite Name Plate, engraved Brenham Monument Company Estate Planning Packages Gist Law, PLLC
“50 Years of Super Bowls” Ticket Replicas in Frame RJ3 Enterprise, LLC
“DECK OF CARDS” RAFFLE:
Shelley Kyle Gift Set Sassafras Boutique Texans vs. Titans tickets, plus YETI Tumbler, Gift Card and Kenney Store gifts ACU of Texas and The Kenney Store Kid’s Birthday Party for 25 Guests Time Well Spent Doorways Canvas Print and Horses Canvas Print Lighthouse Business Solutions Decorative Bird House, Embossed Leather Gun Holder and Barbed Wire History Plaque Oldham Goodwin Group Estate Planning Package for Washington Co. First Responder Law Office of Robbie Gail Charette
Texas A&M vs Tennessee Football Tickets with Parking Pass Donated by Brenham ClinicCollege Station Medical Center Louisiana Fishing Trip and $125 Gift Cards Donated by Kruse Village, K&M Grocery and Chili’s Restaurant Henry Lever Action Model .22 Rifle Donated by Thrivent Financial —Barney Loesch
Proceeds from the Tailgate event go toward Chamber programs and activities and to help keep membership dues among the lowest level in the state. The Chamber could not have hosted such a successful event without the support of the Chamber Board and all the sponsors listed in this article. Please join us in thanking them for their community spirit by patronizing their businesses.
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October highlights… Oct 1 Fireman’s Feast Ledbetter Volunteer Fire Department’s fried chicken dinner, dine in or carry out, serving begins at 5pm, Bingo 4-6pm, Live Auction 6:30pm, 301 West Labadie St., Ledbetter (979-249-5227).
Oct 2 The Texas Tenors at the O’Donnell A national sensation with a classical sound, a Texas original with country roots, O’Donnell Performing Arts Building, 600 Blinn Blvd., Brenham, 4-6pm, purchase tickets online (www. blinn.edu/boxoffice).
Oct 7 Senior Center Drive Through Dinner The Margaret E. Blizzard Senior Center is hosting this event to help with the cost of senior lunch programs for both congregate and home bound seniors in Washington County, 1301 E. Tom Green, Brenham, 4:30-6pm, $10 (www. SeniorCenterBrenham.com, 979-8366552).
Oct 8 Car Show in the Country Independence will be hosting its first Car Show in the Country from 9am to 2pm. All vehicles and motorcycles are welcome.
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