Join the Comal County Conservation Alliance for a virtual seminar about local One Water initiatives. Guest speaker Jennifer Walker, deputy director of the Texas Coast and Water Program, will teach participants about the One Water concept and how it can be used to conserve and protect local water resources. 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Online. www.comalconservation.org
March 12 | Have fun with physics
Children in kindergarten through third grade can learn about the physics of everyday things during this Saturday SEAM event. Participants will make marble roller coasters, balloon helicopters and more. 10-11 a.m. $3 (headwaters member youth: supporter and contributor level), $4 (headwaters member youth: family level) or $5 (general admission). Headwaters at the Comal, 333 E. Klingemann St., New Braunfels. 830-608-8937. www.headwatersatthecomal.com
March 14 through 18 | Practice painting
Painting with a Twist welcomes children age 6 and older to participate in a series of kid-friendly painting projects during spring break. Participants can choose from a variety of guided painting sessions as they create a work of art to take home. 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., 2-3:30 p.m., 4-6 p.m. $29-$57 (depending on type of canvas selected). 1551 N. Walnut Ave., Ste. 20, New Braunfels. www.paintingwithatwist.com
March 19 | Run like a leprechaun
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a run through Gruene, live music and food. Adults can participate in a 5K and enjoy beer supplied by Guadalupe Brewing Co., while kids age 12 and under can participate in a 1K race. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Children’s Advocacy Center of Comal County, and participants are encouraged to wear green. 6:45 a.m. (packet pickup), 7:45 a.m. (1K), 8 a.m. (5K). $15-$25 (kids), $30-$45 (adults). Rockin R River Rides, 1405 Gruene Road, New Braunfels. www.athleteguild.com
March 20 | Watch Dachshunds head off to the races
Krause’s Cafe is gearing up for the great Dachshund Race in which attendees can watch the competition or enter their own pet to vie for a top spot. Prizes will be awarded to race winners and the best-dressed dog. Krause’s will be accepting food and supply donations for the Humane Society of the New Braunfels Area. 2-5 p.m. $5 (per spectator age 12 and over). 148 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels. 830-625-2807. www.krausescafe.com
March 26 | Support local canines
Visit Guadalupe Brewing Co. to support the Comal County K9 Unit and the Humane Society of the New Braunfels area during Pups and Pints. The event will include live music, a silent auction, a cornhole tournament, a Comal County K9 demonstration and dogs available for adoption with proceeds benefiting both organizations. Noon-6 p.m. Free entry. 1580 Wald Road, New Braunfels. [email protected] Hosted by Hill Country Conferences, SkyLine Canopies and more, the second annual NB PetFest will bring together vendors of pet-related services, products and programs from around the region. The event will also feature demonstrations, contests, adoptable pets and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 (per person online), $5 (per child day of event), $10 (adults 18 and up). Columbus Club Hall, 111 Landa St., New Braunfels. 830-488-7814. www.nbpetfest.com
April 2 | Celebrate all things pet-related
Hosted by Hill Country Conferences, SkyLine Canopies and more, the second annual NB PetFest will bring together vendors of pet-related services, products and programs from around the region. The event will also feature demonstrations, contests, adoptable pets and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 (per person online), $5 (per child day of event), $10 (adults 18 and up). Columbus Club Hall, 111 Landa St., New Braunfels. 830-488-7814. www.nbpetfest.com
Worth the trip
March 12 | Cruise through Black history
Join the Black History River Boat Tour along the San Antonio River Walk to learn about the impact of African Americans on the city. Hosted by the San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum, the tour is also available for private charters for parties up to 30. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $30 (per person). SAAACAM at La Villita, 218 S. Presa St., San Antonio. 210-724-3350. www.saaacam.org
March 18-19 | Celebrate St. Patrick's Day
Visit the San Antonio River Walk to participate in the annual St. Patrick’s Festival. Started in 1968 and hosted by the Shamrock Society of Texas, the event features green beer sold at the Arneson River Theatre alongside an assortment of international food options. An interactive activity called Passport to Ireland, vendors, performances and more will also take place during the festival. 1-8 p.m. Free admission. Arneson River Theatre, 418 Villita St., San Antonio. www.thesananotnioriverwalk.com
Find more or submit New Braunfels events at communityimpact.com/event-calendar. Event organizers can submit local events online to be considered for the print edition. Submitting details for consideration does not guarantee publication.
Live music calendar
Freiheit Country Store
2157 FM 1101, New Braunfels. 830-625-9400. www.freiheitcountrystore.net
March
11 The Stateline Band
19 Already Gone
26 Rocky King Band
Gruene Hall
1281 Gruene Road, New Braunfels. 830-606-1281. www.gruenehall.com
March
12 Roger Creager
25 Ray Wylie Hubbard
26 Giovannie & The Hired Guns
30 Lyle Lovett
Pour Haus
386 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels. 830-214-6033. www.pourhausnb.com
March
11 3 Man Front
12 Drew Moreland Band
18 Kerosene Drifters
19 Dirty White Horse
