August
Aug. 11: Save a life
The Four Rivers Association of Realtors is teaming up with South Texas Blood & Tissue to host a community blood drive. Those interested in participating can donate blood while also enjoying refreshments and giveaways and meeting members of the community. Those who donate blood will also receive an H-E-B coupon for a pint of Creamy Creations Ice Cream, a free t-shirt and be entered into a drawing for an H-E-B gift card.
• 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Free
Four Rivers Association of Realtors, 936 Gruene Road, New Braunfels
• 830-625-6954
• www.southtexasblood.org
Aug. 11-13: Browse unique gifts
The Peddler Show gives shoppers a unique experience to purchase items from small-business vendors. The show travels to different cities in Texas throughout the year.
• Noon-6 p.m. (Aug. 11), 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Aug. 13)
• $5 (single-day pass), $8 (weekend). (Aug. 12)
• New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels
• 512-358-1000
• www.peddlershow.com
Aug. 17: Dance the night away
The Rock Haus Foundation will be hosting the Rock-the-Haus Dance for adults with disabilities. • 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• Free (for adults with disabilities)
• Columbus Club Hall, 111 Landa St., New Braunfels
• 830-358-7071
• www.rockhausfoundation.org
Aug. 19: Learn about aerodynamics
Kids will learn about how Newton’s Laws of Motion keep things in the air by designing and flying their own objects. The program is for students in kindergarten to third grade, who will also learn about the Milky Way.
• 10-11 a.m.
• $4-$7
• Headwaters at the Comal, 333 E. Klingemann St., New Braunfels
• 830-608-8937
• www.headwatersatthecomal.com
Aug. 19: Hit the target
Children age 8 and up will learn the basic techniques of target archery. A certified instructor will safely walk the students through handling and using a compound bow. Students must be accompanied by an adult, and registration is required.
• 9-10:30 a.m.
• $12
• Fischer Park Nature Education Center, 1946 Monarch Way, New Braunfels
• 830-221-4378
• www.newbraunfels.gov
Aug. 24: Find your dream job
Cities in the area will be hosting a job fair to encourage recruitment opportunities. The job fair will feature more than 60 Cibolo, New Braunfels, Schertz and Seguin employers spanning various industries. The job fair will provide a platform to explore available career paths. Job categories will include technology, health care, manufacturing, finance and other industries.
• 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Free
• Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin St., Seguin
• 830-401-2476
• www.seguinedc.com
Aug. 26: Attend a tribute concert
The Brauntex Theatre will host “Already Gone: A Tribute to The Eagles.”
• 7:30 p.m.
• $41-$48
• Brauntex Theatre, 290 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels
• 830-627-0808
• www.brauntex.org
September
Sept. 5-7: Cruise the River Walk
Enjoy dinner and cocktails while floating down the San Antonio River Walk during the Stella Artois Drift and Dine event. Decorated boats carrying 12-20 passengers each float down the River Walk and make stops along the way at various restaurants. Tickets include food at every stop, and drinks will be available to purchase. At the end of the night, those participating will enjoy a dessert reception and vote on their favorite meal of the night, and the winning restaurant will be presented with an award. Volunteers are needed to work the event, and information about volunteering or to sign up can be found at [email protected]. Event organizers want participants to be cautious as the event requires climbing stairs as well as boarding and disembarking to and from boats several times.
• 5 p.m. (check in), 6-10 p.m. (event)
• $80
• International Center, 203 S. St. Mary’s St., San Antonio
• www.thesanantonioriverwalk.com/events/drift-and-dine
Sept. 9: Admire photography
The Sophienburg Museum and Archives will host “Fotos de Ayer,” featuring the Seidel Collection at the museum grounds.
• 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Free
Sophienburg Museum and Archives, 401 W. Coll St., New Braunfels
• 830-629-1572
• www.sophienburg.com
Sept. 9: Run for fun
The Gruene 5K and 10K will take runners through the historic district. Participants will find running shirts, medals for winners and finishers, Texas music, breakfast tacos and Guadalupe Brewing Co. beer at the finish line.
• 7:45 a.m. (5K start), 8 a.m. (10K start)
• $15-$50
• 1281 Gruene Road, New Braunfels
• 877-806-3987
• www.playinnewbraunfels.com
Sept. 10: Take Fido for a dip
Local pups can head to the spring-fed pool in Landa Park for Doggie Dip Day. Dog owners must bring proof their pet is up to date on their rabies vaccination and clean up after them. The event is off leash.
• Noon-4 p.m.
• $8 (up to two dogs per person)
• Landa Park Aquatic Complex, 350 Aquatic Circle, New Braunfels
• 830-221-4360
• www.newbraunfels.gov
Sept. 12: Promote your business
The New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce will host the 35th annual Business Showcase with the theme The Great Outdoors. Large and small businesses will have the opportunity to showcase their products and services and network with local companies. Food, drinks, entertainment and door prizes will be available at the event.
• 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (day show), 5:30-8 p.m. (night show)
• $8-$45. New Braunfels Civic & Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave. New Braunfels
• 830-625-2385
• https://bit.ly/3Oo0zTB
