5 events to attend in New Caney, Porter this weekend, Oct. 17-19

Check out what's happening in the New Caney and Porter area this weekend, Oct. 17-19. This list is not comprehensive. Events are subject to change.

Chili & Beans Cook-Off/Cornhole Tournament

Participate in a chili cook-off, cornhole tournament, and live and silent auctions to support scholarships for New Caney and Splendora ISD graduates.

• Oct. 18, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
• $50 (cooks), $20 (cornhole)
• Porter VFW Post 4816, 24411 Cunningham Drive, Porter
• www.facebook.com/shootingforscholarships

Hosted by the Bens Branch Elementary Parent-Teacher Organization, this fundraising event will feature games, a cake walk, inflatables, food trucks, a vendor market and photo opportunities.

• Oct. 18, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
• $25 (presale wristband)
• Bens Branch Elementary, 24160 Briar Berry Lane, Porter
• Facebook: Bens Branch Elementary PTO

Join Blue Jay's Cauldron for a day of creativity with crafts from local artisans showcasing handmade goods.

• Oct. 18, noon-5 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Blue Jay's Cauldron, 23435 FM 1314, Porter
• www.bluejayscauldron.com

Back Pew Brewing's taproom lawn will be filled with local vendors selling handcrafted goods ranging from art and jewelry to baked treats and fall decor. Rosalila Urbano will be on-site serving Latin street eats, and Triple TX will perform live music from 1-5 p.m.

• Oct. 18, noon-7 p.m.
• Free (admission)
• Back Pew Brewing, 26452 Sorters McClellan Road, Porter
• www.backpewbrewing.com

Team up with local men and women to serve an appetizer, entree, dessert or drink for a friendly competition in support of student programs and teacher grants in Splendora ISD.

• Oct. 18, 6-10 p.m.
• $22 (presale), $30 (at the door)
• The Atrium Center, 21575 Hwy. 59, Ste. 205, New Caney
• www.splendoraisdeducationfoundation.com