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July 2013 2013 Board of Directors Chairman KURT PODESZWA Camp For All First Vice Chair LIZ HOPKINS Hopkins Distributing and Stella Designs & Solutions Second Vice Chairman WESLEY BRINKMEYER Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative Secretary MICHAEL GROVES The Artex Group Treasurer JIM BAKER Brenham Fitness Centers Immediate Past Chairman BRICE MILLIORN Edward Jones Investments BARRY BRASS Kwik Kopy Business Center KERRI HAMILTON First Baptist Church School DEBBIE HAVERS RR Donnelley JOEL ROMO American Heart Association RICKY BOEKER City of Brenham-Fire Chief COY FONTENOT Kruse Village MICHAEL HAYWOOD Mission Brenham JUDI HOUSTON Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union RENEE MUELLER Washington County Attorney

TAILGATE 2013

The countdown is on! TAILGATE 2013 will be held on Thursday, Aug. 29. The Chamber will host this exciting event at Silver Wings Ballroom to kick off the Fall football season in style. Every team imaginable will be represented, and the spirit will be contagious. Get ready to enjoy all the food you can eat, plenty of foaming cold beverages, a fabulous auction, mingling, networking, music and dancing. You can enjoy all of this for the ticket price of only $25 per person. You know the food will be delicious; it is being donated

by Design II. Thank you, David Folschinsky! Every Chamber member and all your employees are invited and encouraged to attend on Aug. 29. Members have been sent complete details about how to get involved. To receive the info directly in your email in-box, please send a message to [email protected]. Reserved seating tables are being sold now on a first-come, first-sold basis. Table sponsors will enjoy many EXTRA benefits and perks! Don’t miss the chance. Get publicity, be waited on, be noticed with a prime spot at the event.

“BUSINESS AFTER HOURS”

MICHAEL WATTS Brenham ISD — Brenham High School

washington county’s favorite networking event

DENNIS CROWSON Blinn College

Appel Ford

COREY HARMON Chase Investment Services Corp.

1820 Hwy. 290 West - Brenham

ASH PATEL Best Western Inn–Brenham

Every member is also invited to contribute an item for the auction. By having an item in the auction, you can help the event be a success and promote your business/organization at the same time. The auction is always a major highlight of the event. A round of applause goes to all of the generous sponsors who have already committed to making this night a success. We are pleased to report that the Champion Sponsor of the event has been confirmed for the fourth year in a row:

sponsored by

Thursday, July 18 from 5-7 p.m.

GRACIE SLATTERY Brenham Clinic

Enjoy great networking and refreshments. Bring plenty of business cards to share with other members. Free for Chamber members and all employees. Special beverages provided by Mike Hopkins Distributing.

TIFFANY WINKLES Blue Bell Creameries

Learn more about Appel Ford at www.AppelFord.com

Super Bowl Sponsors Blinn College Brenham National Bank Touchdown Sponsors Bluebonnet Electric Blue Bell Creameries Brenham Abstract & Title Valmont Industries See Tailgate, Page 2

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Ribbon Cuttings

Sweet Repeats

M Bar Land & Cattle, LP

The Book Nook

Leigh Linden - Owner 104 E. Alamo, Brenham (979) 836-3682 [email protected]

Rolling Ridge Estates Subdivision N. Berlin Rd., Brenham Max Baranowski - Owner/Developer (979) 277-2608

Stefani Kelley - Owner 212 West Alamo St., Brenham (979) 836-7323 [email protected]

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Plants N Things Kassie Conner - Owner 3900 Highway 36 South, Brenham (979) 836-9471 [email protected]

There will be plenty of spirited rivalries going on at TAILGATE 2013 — between fans of the Aggies, Longhorns, Blinn Bucs, TCU Horned Frogs, UH Cougars, Texas Tech Raiders, Houston Texans, Burton Panthers, BCA Eagles and Brenham Cubs. Don’t see your team mentioned here? Then turn out in your colors and represent them! “Everyone we talk to is already looking forward to the Tailgate event in August. The dress is casual, come in your favorite jersey, the crowd is fun, and it’s a great cause!” said Chamber board member Liz Hopkins of Stella Designs & Solutions, who is chairing this year’s event along with co-chair Wesley Brinkmeyer from Bluebonnet Electric. Proceeds from this event are used for Washington County Chamber programs and services, so that dues can be kept among the lowest level in the state and nation. For more information, stop by or call the Chamber at (979) 836-3695 or send an email to [email protected].

Washington County Chamber of Commerce Page Michel, President & CEO Jane Hinze, Member Services Manager Lu Hollander, CVB Adv. & PR Manager Jenny Mills, Visitor Center Manager Jana Schroeder, Visitor Center Assistant

Megan McCoy, Communication Coordinator Judy Hyman, Group Mktg. & Services Coor. Cheryl Sevin, Bookkeeper Support Staff: Marge Runge, Jeanine Presswood and Darlene Denman.

314 S. Austin Street, Brenham H www.brenhamtexas.com H 836-3695

Renewing Chamber Members June 1-30 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. Allen Dave Funeral Home — 2 years American Heart Association — 3 years Brenham Christian Academy — 18 years Brenham Community Education — 25 years Brenham Iron Works — 4 years Budget Roll-Off Service — 6 years Heartland Country Inn & Retreat Center — 23 years Knights Inn — 6 years Mitchell Clark & Company — 14 years Pepsi Beverages Company — 3 years Southwest Partners & Global Partners — 6 years St. Joseph Family Medicine-Brenham - Presidential Member — 2 years Texas Home Health — 10 years Uniques — 12 years VF Factory Outlet — 3 years

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 • [email protected]

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SEEKING A FEW GOOD MEN AND WOMEN... As a Chamber member, you are invited to join in the process to nominate future board members. The Chamber needs five to seven new board members each year to fill a three-year term. Suitable candidates will fit this description: - An active member of the local business community - Participates in Chamber events and programs - Dedicated to Washington County, Texas - A decision maker in his or her field

Welcome New Chamber Members

- Interested in serving as a volunteer - A person with vision & leadership skills - Interest in participating in the Chamber’s annual Program of Work - Able to attend monthly board meetings, held the 3rd Wednesday of the month at noon Please give this some consideration and help us find the right people to steer the Washington County Chamber of Commerce. Submit nominations in writing from now until Aug. 1. You can send them by mail, fax or email. Thank you!

Young Professionals News

“Hot Issues for Small Businesses”

with renowned regional speaker Frank Mulcahy

Tuesday, Aug. 6 5:15-6:15pm

Washington County Chamber of Commerce Office 314 S. Austin St., Brenham Frank will cover several topics: Legal Shield, identity theft, bullying in the workplace, and the responsibilities that come with using Social Media and how it can HURT your business if not done properly. Free for Chamber Members. (Non-members $15) Please call or email to R.S.V.P. (979) 836-3695 • [email protected]

July Happy Hour

Washington County Young Professionals Organization, the YPO, is an organization designed for employees in Washington County looking to build relationships and raise leaders within the community. The organization is free, and open to anyone who lives or works in Washington County and is between the ages of 21-45. Monthly social events are held. The next happy hour event will be on July 25 at Rosebowl Bowling Lanes (2905 U.S. 290, Brenham) from 5:30-7pm. Join the group for a little friendly competition, adult beverages and a great time! Thanks to these volunteers for coordinating the YPO: President: Liz Hopkins Co-Directors of Public Relations: Jared Krenek, Kristin Krenek Kimberly O’Neill, and Nicole Lowe Co-Directors of Membership: Corey Harmon and Diana Sotolongo Director of Special Events: Nathan Wade For more information about the Washington County YPO, send your contact information to [email protected] or check them out on Facebook: www.Facebook.com/YPOwashingtoncounty.

Apply Now for Leadership Washington County The application deadline is fast approaching for those interested in participating in the Leadership Washington County program. This is the renowned local program designed to seek out current and future leaders from all segments of our community in order to educate, train and motivate them to be effective leaders. Leadership Washington County participants are exposed to educational sessions covering many aspects of the community and region. The sessions create an awareness of the resources of Washington County

and put the class in contact with local experts in various fields. Program participants also gain valuable experience from interacting with each other and forming lasting relationships with other professionals. Employers who send key personnel through the class benefit by having an employee who is educated about the resources of the county and has learned new leadership skills. The program involves a time commitment of one day a month for ten months and a tuition fee that covers all tours, meals, group travel

and supplies. The program begins on Aug. 7 with an orientation, and day-long sessions are then held once a month through May 2014. Any person or business interested in more information can visit the Chamber website, www.BrenhamTexas.com and click on “Leadership Program” or call the Washington County Chamber at (979) 836-3695. Applications are now available both at the Chamber office (314 S. Austin Street, Brenham) and on the website. The deadline for applications to be turned in is July 20.

FACTORY CONNECTION 2636 Hwy. 36 South Bluebonnet Shopping Center Brenham, Texas 2300 Highway 79 South (Mailing Address) Guntersville, Ala. 35976 Phone: 979-251-9950 Clothing & Accessories GENESOURCE Owners: Dave Allan & Wyman Poe 11001 U.S. 290 West Brenham, Texas 77833 Phone: 979-289-0208 [email protected] www.thegenesource.com Agriculture MOUNT ROSE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor: Rev. Dr. J. D. Harris 204 Kerr Street (Physical Address) P.O. Box 294 (Mailing Address) Brenham, Texas 77834 Phone: 979-836-3021 [email protected] www.mtrosebrenham.org Churches ROUND TOP REAL ESTATE Owners: Grover & Charlotte Hillbolt 101 Main Street Round Top, Texas 78954 Phone: 979-249-5732 [email protected] www.roundtoprealestate.com Real Estate

www.brenhamtexas.com

Thank you to our Chairman’s Circle members ...

Brenham National Bank

Brenham Clinic

Thank you to our Presidential Level members ...

of Brenham

Bluebonnet Electric

Metropolitan Water Company, L.P.

Brenham

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Blue Blazers visit local businesses to celebrate Milestone Anniversaries of Chamber Membership

AAA Storage Blue Blazer Jolene Curtis and Mary Schmidt of AAA Storage

Brenham Activists Association Blue Blazer Tiffany Compton-Falk and Ethel Randall of the Brenham Activist Association

Calvary Baptist Church

fancy that!

Blue Blazer Joyce Dickschat and Hazel Farris of Calvary Baptist Church

Blue Blazer Johanna Fatheree and Doris from fancy that!

Freedom Hill

Dot Borchgardt Blue Blazer Joyce Dickschat and Dot Borchgardt, Washington County Tax Assessor Collector

Blue Blazer Wendy Frazier and Rosa Dean of Freedom Hill

International Discount Mattress

Blue Blazer Pam Green and Kenneth Finch of International Discount Mattress

Larry Arnie, CPA Blue Blazer Eddie Harrison and Larry Arnie, CPA See Milestone, Page 5

Did You Know? Brenham Floral

Dynamic Sounds

Blue Blazer Tiffany Compton-Falk and Destry Pohlmeyer of Brenham Floral

Blue Blazer Johanna Fatheree and Eric Giese of Dynamic Sounds

Hospice Brazos Valley Blue Blazer Pam Green and some of the staff at Hospice Brazos Valley

Members, promote your events and business for free in the “Hot Deals” section and “Calendar” on the Chamber website!

BLUE BLAZER Spotlight – LINDA PIPES Linda is enjoying a new chapter in her life as Blue Blazer, to serve and support Washington County, its people, and the businesses that serve and support all of us in this county. She was born in Texas, grew up in Thibodaux, La., married a Texas boy and then came back “home” to Texas. Loving to learn, read and study, has seen her attending Nicholls State College in Thibodaux, Meadows Draughn Business College in New Orleans, Lamar Tech in Beaumont, Blinn, Texas A&M, Sam Houston University, and finally, after achieving those degrees, Neuhaus Education Center in Houston for another three year study to specialize in teaching dyslexic students. She taught here for 35 years and holds dear the memories of all the

little children she was privileged to spend those years with. For a slight diversion, she took modeling in New Orleans, is also a licensed Image Consultant, was a rep. for Designer Fabrics for 14 years, and is an Amway rep. The Texas boy she married, Paul Pipes, followed his degrees in business from Sam Houston with years as an accountant for an oil company and then spent 30 years teaching accounting and business subjects, 28 of the 30 for BISD. He was county commissioner for Washington County for eight years. They have two daughters, Dana and Tricia, who were born and raised here. Now there are four grandchildren, so trips to San Antonio and Georgia have added a special joy to the Pipes’ family.

Blue Blazers Jolene Curtis Texas AgFinance

Jared Hartman Seidel, Schroeder & Company

Tiffany Compton-Falk Hodde Real Estate Company

Tammy Jaster City of BrenhamBlue Bell Aquatic Center

JOYCE DICKSCHAT Brenham National Bank JOHANNA FATHEREE RE/MAX Advantage Wendy Frazier BBVA Compass Pam Green RE/MAX Advantage EDDIE HARRISON Individual Member

FLORENCE JULIAN Blue Bell Creameries BRICE MILLIORN Edward Jones Investments Linda Pipes Individual Member Christy Schlottmann Express Employment Professionals RANDY WEIDEMANN Van Dyke Rankin & Company

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On-Demand Training For Your Business The Chamber is pleased to announce a new member benefit, thanks to a partnership with Coggno.com, the premier Internet source for thousands of online training courses. Membesr are now able to click a simple link on the Chamber website to find a selection of online training courses that are relevant to your needs. Categories include Human Resources, Compliance, Safety

Training, Business Management and others that will prove useful to employees of every type of business. All of the online training options are available on-demand “24/7”and can be accessed at computer workstations, as well as from home computers, tablets, and even smart phones. All that’s needed is an Internet connection and a desire to learn. When online training courses are pur-

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Moore Supply/ The Bath & Kitchen Showplace Blue Blazer Randy Weidemann and Jennifer Phillips of Moore Supply/ The Bath & Kitchen Showplace

UPS Store

New Beginnings Life Ministries Blue Blazer Tammy Jaster and Delores Haynes of New Beginnings Life Ministries

Blue Blazer Florence Julian and Daniella from Rustic Antiques of Brenham

discounts available for bulk purchases. • No need to hire instructors. • Coursework for licensing renewal or other types of compliance can now be obtained online. • Management can easily track employee progress, and even award certificates of completion. All courses are written and developed by industry experts. You can take a “sneak peek” at them before purchasing them. Take advantage of this opportunity to build a more productive, skilled workforce. Visit www.BrenhamTexas.com today and take a look at the courses offered by clicking “Online Training.”

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Scott & White Kids Day 2013 Scott & White is inviting everyone out for the 17th Annual Kids Day on Wednesday, Aug. 7, from 2-6 pm at the Brenham High School Cafeteria. There will be free health screenings, including; spinal, dental, hearing, vision, blood pressure, speech, spirometry and mini-mental status exams. EMS will offer immunizations (while supplies last) for eligible participants. Kids Day will also offer free informational booths, refreshments, games, and car seat giveaways. Everyone is invited out for Kids Day for these free screenings and fun for all. For further information, please call Scott & White Wellness Center at 979-830-5017. Be the next member in the “Spotlight!” Send submissions to [email protected]. Your “Spotlight” can be about a recent award, event, business expansion or new employee, or simply a couple paragraphs to increase community awareness about your products/services. (100-150 words maximum)

Stitch Haven

Blue Blazer Linda Pipes and Mary Jo Blue Blazer Christy Schlottmann and Adams, owner of Stitch Haven some of the staff at the UPS Store

Rustic Antiques of Brenham

chased through the Chamber website, you can also access Coggno’s state-of-the-art, proprietary Learning Management System that will allow you to keep track of employees’ progress in chosen coursework. This very valuable tool makes it easy for supervisors to distribute, monitor, and mentor employees in their chosen courses. Why You Should Choose Online Training Online training has become a cost-effective replacement for expensive off-site seminars and training sessions that can impact employee productivity. Not only will your employees not have to travel, they will gain great knowledge and insight into important topics. They will be able to learn at their own pace and effectively retain that knowledge, while keeping pace with their day-to-day responsibilities. Here are some more reasons to try online learning courses: • You only pay for the courses you need. • Courses are extremely affordable, with

Be the next member in the “Spotlight!” Send submissions to [email protected] Your “Spotlight” can be about a recent award, event, business expansion or new employee, or simply a couple paragraphs to increase community awareness about your products/services. (150 words maximum)

Chamber News & Notes Fall Frolic 2013

Mark your calendars for and plan to get your girlfriends, moms, sisters and neighbors together for an amazing event! There will be exhibits, food and drinks, games, music, raffle and prizes, and more. The Chamber is hosting, so you know it will be fun! Ladies Night Out with the Chamber will be held Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 5:30pm at Silver Wings Ballroom. More details will be sent to members this summer!

Get Noticed…

The ChamberWorks newsletter is published inside The Banner-Press on the first Thursday of the month. Chamber members have the opportunity to advertise in this newsletter. Rates start at only $25 per month. If you are looking for a new opportunity to advertise, just give Jane Hinze, Member Services Manager, a call at the Chamber: (979) 836-3695.

Another great way to promote your organization is through targeted emails. The Chamber will forward your “e-message” to all members, as long as it meets certain criteria. For non-profits, it should not have a strongsell for sponsorships or donations. The message should be newsworthy, typically about an upcoming event. For regular businesses, it should also be about upcoming special events, as long as there is no purchase required for the reader to experience the event.

“Hot Issues for Small Businesses”

On Tuesday, Aug. 6 from 5:15-6:15pm in the Washington County Chamber of Commerce Office renowned regional speaker Frank Mulcahy will cover several topics; Legal Shield, identity theft, bullying in the workplace, and the responsibilities that come with using Social Media & how it can HURT your business if not done properly. More details will be available soon!

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Hot Nights Cool Tunes

Tourism News

For a great time, take your lawn chairs down to the courthouse square in Downtown Brenham at 7 p.m. every Saturday in July for Hot Nights, Cool Tunes. The Newsboyz, a 5-piece band from Austin, kicked off the concert series on July 6. On July 13, Radiostar, with their high-energy trip through the 1980’s will play the biggest hits from some of the biggest names of that decade. On July 20, Matchmaker Band will showcase their 10piece show specializing in the sounds of Motown, Soul, Funk and dance music. Rounding out the Hot Nights Cool Tunes Concert Series on July 27, Suede will perform their explosive, electrifying hits from the 70s, 80s and 90s to today. For more details, visit www.DowntownBrenham.com.

Wine Events in July

Washington County wineries will be busy in July picking ripe grapes and crushing them to create the great wines that are produced by Pleasant Hill, Saddlehorn and Windy Wineries. In addition to the regular grape harvesting, two special events provide visitors the opportunity to enjoy the harvest. Crush for Fun at Pleasant Hill Winery — Bring the kids and your camera for a day of fun grape crushing and wine tasting. Get purple feet and a collectible t-shirt. Crush for Fun is July 20-21, 27-28, and Aug. 3-4, 10-11. Crush times are Saturday from 11am-6pm and Sunday from noon — 5pm. Tickets include grape picking and crushing, and a personalized collectible t-shirt. Wine tasting can be enjoyed for an additional fee. Harvest Grape Stomp at Windy Winery — Enjoy a day of fun grape-stomping and wine tasting. Activities are July 20-21, 27-28, Aug. 3-4, 10-11. Saturday stomps are from 11am-6 pm and Sunday stomps are from noon-5pm. Tickets include grape picking and stomping, and a personalized collectible t-shirt. Wine tasting can be enjoyed for an additional fee. Get 20% off your Crush and Stomp tickets on July 21 and 28 by clicking “Special Offers” at the top of the websites, www.windywinery.com and www.pleasanthillwinery.com, and see ALL the special offers available in July! Tickets at both wineries are $25 for adults and $15 for kids.

Inn at Dos Brisas —

A Washington County Treasure

Chamber-CVB staff members Page Michel, Jane Hinze, Megan McCoy, Lu Hollander and Judy Hyman enjoyed a familiarization tour of the renowned Inn at Dos Brisas in June. General Manager Andrew Jay included the Spanishstyle Haciendas and Casitas and the second largest horse arena in Texas in the tour. Jay also took the staff to the Inn’s 24-acre USDA-certified organic farm that provides their restaurant with fresh, flavorful ingredients. The farm specializes in heirloom varieties of fruits and seasonal vegetables such as figs, persimmons, peaches and tomatoes. A berry patch, orchard and herb garden also help the ranch move toward total self-sufficiency. A high-tech, 7,000 square-foot greenhouse provides their chefs with fresh produce throughout winter. They host many international guests who are eager to see this region and have a “true Texas” experience. View photos of the property online at www.DosBrisas.com.

TTIA Travel & Tourism College

season with the Percussion Section Showcase at 1:30 p.m. and closing Chamber Concert featuring Francis Poulenc– Sonata for Oboe and Piano, Francis Poulenc–Elegie for Horn and Piano, Paul Hindemith — Quartet No. 4 in C for Strings, Op. 22 and Francis Poulenc–Aubade for Piano and 18 instruments. Tickets for each concert are $20 for adults and $10 for students. At 7:30 p.m. on July 13, the closing Orchestral Concert with the Texas Festival Orchestra will feature Erik Satie–Parade (ballet), Beethoven — Concerto No. 5 in Eflat for Piano and Orchestra, Op. 73 “Emperor” and Cesar Franck–Symphony in D. Tickets for this event are $30 for adults and $20 for students. For more information, call (979) 249-3129 or visit www.festivalhill.org.

The Gallery at Round Top

The Gallery at Round Top will be hosting an opening reception for its “Pretty Woman” exhibit by the artist Tim Vanya on July 13 from 5-7 p.m. The exhibit runs from July 13-Aug. 4. To RSVP or for more information call 979-2494119 or email Karen Vernon at [email protected].

Shakespeare at Winedale

Shakespeare at Winedale’s 2013 Summer Class takes the stage this summer with performances of “The Comedy of Errors,” “The Tempest,” “Henry IV, Part I” and, for the first time at Winedale, Christopher Marlowe’s “Doctor Faustus.” Performances are July 18-Aug. 11 on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 7:30 p.m. with matinees on Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 for general admission or $5 for students/UT ID holders and may be ordered online through the Shakespeare at Winedale website www.shakespeare-winedale.org. The Season Finale is Aug. 10 at 6:30 p.m. with a special reception before the performance of “Comedy of Errors.” Tickets are $25. For more information, visit www.shakespeare-winedale. org or contact Program Coordinator Liz Fisher at 512-4714726 or [email protected].

‘Cinderella’ at Unity Theatre

In the well-known story of Cinderella, a young woman triumphs over her nasty stepmother and stepsisters, thanks to a zany Fairy Godmother, a trip to the Royal Ball in an enchanted coach and a glass slipper. See Tourism, Page 8 Attending Travel & Tourism College on the campus of Texas Woman’s University in Denton in June was Group Marketing & Services Coordinator Judy Hyman. The intensive week-long program focused on tourism marketing and management courses and was jam-packed with classes, discussion groups and networking opportunities. It is a three-year program and, upon successful completion, students graduate as Certified Tourism Executives (CTE). Judy brought lots of ideas and information back to Brenham to share with tourism partners!

Round Top Music Festival

The Round Top Music Festival will continue its summer music concert series with Chamber Music with Young Artists on July 11 at 7:30 p.m. and The Best of the 2013 Chamber Music Program on July 12 at 7:30 p.m. Each concert is a free event. On July 13 at 3:30pm, Festival Hill will conclude its

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What’s Happening in July July 11 Movie in the Park “Rise of the Guardians” Bring blankets and lawn chairs and meet at Hohlt Park. Concessions available, 7pm10pm, N. Park Street , Brenham (979-3377250). Live Music at Buffalo Creek Winery Beau Hinze and The Backporch Shufflers. 8am-11pm, 10827 Hwy 36 S, Bellville (www.buffalocreekwinery.com, 979-8650702) July 12, 26 Antique Carousel-Free Rides Enjoy riding the historic Antique Carousel in Brenham’s scenic Fireman’s Park, sponsored by the Arts Council of Washington County. 6:30pm-8pm, Fireman’s Park, 910 N. Park Street, Brenham. July 13 CHL Class 8am-5pm, Salem Fire Dept. 251 Salem Road $110 full class, $75 renewal (fclay1@ swbell.net) Hot Nights, Cool Tunes Concert Have a cool time in the great outdoors around the historic downtown square in Brenham. Food and beverages available for sale to help support these FREE concerts, Downtown Brenham, 7pm-10pm, (www. DowntownBrenham.com ). Gay Hill Farmer’s Market Every Saturday morning you will find a large selection of fresh seasonal produce, as well as soaps, salves, creams, salt scrub, and lip balms-all from a variety of local vendors. Discount Trees of Brenham, 10050 TX-36 N., 9am-1pm (www.facebook. com/discounttrees, 979-337-4283) Summer Market Party Join us for a fundraising event in support of our Local Farmers and Downtown Market. Enjoy live music, artisan cheese & food, local beer & wine with wood fired garden pizza pies! $50 per person in advance only, Home Sweet FARM Market, 306 S. Baylor St., Downtown Brenham, 7pm-9pm (register online, www.homesweetfarm.com) July 14, 17, 21, 24, 28 Home Sweet Farm Market Local and organic, offering the best from the Brazos Valley. Fresh produce, cut-flowers, artisan cheese, fresh eggs, grass-fed beef, pastured poultry, candles, honey and other artisan products. 306 S. Baylor St., Downtown Brenham, Sundays 11am- 4pm and Wednesdays 11am -6pm (www.home sweetfarm.com, 979-530-7994). July 16 First Step Luncheon by Hospice Brazos Valley Free monthly support to learn healthy grieving method. Bring a covered dish to share; beverages are provided. 11am-1pm, Hospice Brazos Valley, 302 E. Blue Bell Rd, Brenham (www.HospiceBrazosValley. org, 979-277-9525).

July 16, 23, 30 Create! Participants will canvas paint, bounce paint, create jewelry, make canvas prints, work with clay, and much more. 2-2:30pm, Community Ed Bldg. 1301 S Market St., $190.00 for 4 days or $35 a session, supplies included in fee (www.brenham communityed.com, 979-277-3895).

July 20 Santa on Vacation Portraits Brenham Portrait Gallery presents Santa on Vacation portraits. Santa will be passing through while on vacation. Beach scene photos with Santa in red shorts, Hawaiian shirt, and boogie board! 9:30am-4:30pm, Hermann Furniture (Scott Hill 979-8361700, [email protected]).

July 17 Ribbon Cutting-The Kenney Store New Member, 811 S. Loop 497 in Kenney, 2:30pm.

Hot Nights, Cool Tunes Concert Have a cool time in the great outdoors around the downtown square in Brenham. Food and beverages available for sale to help support these FREE concerts, Downtown Brenham, 7-10pm, (www.Down townBrenham.com).

July 18- Aug 10 Summer Shakespeare Festival at Winedale 43rd Season, Comedy of Errors, The Tempest, Henry IV Part 1,Doctor Faustes, $10 for general admission and $5 for students Winedale Historical Complex Theater Barn, 3738 FM 2714, Round Top, ([email protected], 512.471.4726). July 18, 25 Farmer’s Cafe Stop by every Thursday for coffee, pastries and good company, 7am-9am, free, Brenham Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, 400 E. Sayles St., Brenham (979-836-9770). July 18 Business After Hours Sponsored by Appel Ford, 1820 Hwy. 290 W., 5-7pm Friends of Bluebonnet Opry Bluebonnet Opry featuring Sarah Sadler, Rachel Boettcher, and Rick Cavender. Doors open at 5:30pm with food served at 6pm and show starting at 7:30pm. Silver Wings Ballroom, $5 (www.friendsofblue bonnetopry.org, 979-836-4347). July 19 Ribbon Cutting-Karen’s Family Cuts New Member, 10am, 204 E. Tom Green, Brenham (979-836-3695, jane@brenham texas.com) CASA Wine & Dinner Extravaganza in Cat Spring Sponsorships available, 6-10pm, Greenwade Saloon, Cat Spring, call for more info (www.wespeak4kids.org, 979-277-0088). July 20-21, 27-28 Crush for Fun at Pleasant Hill Winery Get purple feet and a T-shirt, bring the kids and your camera! Tour, tastings, and activities have fees, 1441 Salem Rd., Brenham (www.PleasantHillWinery.com, 979-8308463). Harvest Grape Stomp at Windy Winery Enjoy hay rides, grape picking, barrel stomping, t-shirt. Take a picture with Desi and Lucy! Tastings, food, and activities have fees. Saturdays 11am-6pm, Sundays 12pm-5pm, 4232 Clover Rd. Brenham, (www.WindyWinery.com, 979-836-3252).

July 22-26 All Sports Camp This camp exposes kids of all skill levels to a variety of sports, focusing on teamwork and keeping each sport fun. Sports include: ultimate Frisbee, swimming, kickball, volleyball, and soccer. A light snack will be provided each day. This program is for children ages 5-12. 8am-12noon, $50 (979-3377254, [email protected]). July 24 Breakfast and Brunch Class Children ages 7-12 will make homemade flour tortillas which they will use for their breakfast tacos. They will then make other brunch items such as mini quiche and fruit salad. $40, Held at Brenham Jr. High School, E. Tom Green St., Brenham, 8am12noon, (www.brenhamcommunityed. com, 979-277-3895). Cake Decorating Class for Children Children will learn easy and fun ways to create a birdhouse cake and a flip flop cake. Students take home the finished products. 1-4pm, $40, Held at Brenham Jr. High School, E. Tom Green St., Brenham, (www.brenhamcommunityed.com, 979277-3895) July 25-28 Unity Theatre presents “Cinderella” This beloved fairy tale is retold in the style of English pantomime and is guaranteed fun for children. Shows on Thursday and Friday at 10am and 2pm, Saturday at 2pm and 7pm, Sunday at 4pm. $15 adults/$10 students, Unity Theatre, 300 Church St., Brenham (www.unitybrenham.org, 979-830-8358). July 25 YPO Happy Hour A little friendly bowling competition, adult beverages and a great time! 5:307pm, Rosebowl Lanes, Brenham (kristin [email protected]). Movie in the Park-Disney’s “Brave” Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and meet at Hohlt Park. Concessions available, 710pm, N. Park Street, Brenham (337-7250).

July 27 Hot Nights, Cool Tunes Concert Have a cool time in the great outdoors around the downtown square in Brenham. Food and beverages available for sale to help support these FREE concerts, Downtown Brenham, 7-10pm, (www.Down townBrenham.com). July 31-Aug 2 Kitchen Creations Sewing Class Make a hot pad and apron. Ages 9-up . Bring your own sewing machine. No prior sewing experience necessary. $90, 1-4pm, Stitch Haven 1600 S. Day St., Brenham (979-836-9528)

July 31 Drive Thru Fundraiser for Senior Center Funds will help to build the new Senior Center on Tom Green St.! Grilled chicken, dressing, sweet potato, roll & cookie! $9, 4-6:30pm, KC Hall, Brenham (Lete Phillips 979-836-4706)

A few Aug. highlights…

Aug 1- Oct 31 The Bradley Method of Natural Childbirth Classes 12 weeks of The Bradley Method natural childbirth system of Husband-Coached Natural Childbirth. It is simple and way of increasing self-awareness and of teaching you how to deal with the stress of labor and birth. $250/couple, Every Thursday 68pm, Sweet Repeats Children’s Store 104 E. Alamo St., Downtown Brenham (979203-6363, [email protected])

Aug 1 Design Seminar “Floral Arranging” Led by Vicky L. Smith. Call to reserve a seat. Free, 10:30-11:30am, Hermann Furniture (1-888-836-7237, sales@hermann furniture.com)

Aug 3 Farmers and Artisans Market Held in downtown Burton from 9am to noon, hosted by Burton Chamber, held on the grounds of the Burton Railroad Depot. 9am-12pm, free (www.burtontexas.org).

Aug 7 Scott & White Kids Day Free Health Screenings Vision, Hearing & Scoliosis, Informational Booths, Refreshments, Car Seat Giveaways Immunizations (while supplies last to eligible participants), 2-6pm, Brenham High School Cafeteria 525 A. H. Ehrig Dr., Brenham, (www. brenham.sw.org, 979-830-5017).

St. Mary’s PCCW Drive Thru Hand Battered Chicken Fried Steak w/Gravy, Potatoes and Beans, $9, 4:30-6:30pm, St. Mary’s PAC-Corner of S. Park and Germania St. (979-251-4888, pajacobs@ suddenlink.net) See Calendar, Page 8

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Tourism

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

The Book Nook Where’s Waldo? In Downtown Brenham! The Book Nook is hosting a month-long “Find Waldo” local scavenger hunt, which is free and fun for the whole family. It ends on July 31st with a party and prize drawing. Waldo is hiding in 20 locations in downtown Brenham. Can you find them all? Pick up a sheet at the Book Nook to track your findings. The Book Nook carries used books and bargain books, as well as a few carefully selected new titles. Required reading books for local schools are also kept on hand. Books can be special-ordered, whether new or used or out of print. The Book Nook is now located at 212 W. Alamo St. With the move to this new, slightly larger location, store hours have been expanded to Monday through Saturday 10am to 5:30pm. Stefani Kelley has been the owner of The Book Nook for the past 4 years. She has worked at four different bookstores and has accumulated over 24 years’ worth of bookselling experience. Assisting her is Beka Ainsworth. For more information about the store, trading used books, or the Waldo scavenger hunt, you can call (979) 836-READ, or check out the website www.BrenhamBookNook.com. Be the next member in the “Spotlight!” Send submissions to [email protected]. Your “Spotlight” can be about a recent award, event, business expansion or new employee, or simply a couple paragraphs to increase community awareness about your products/services. (100-150 words maximum)

(Continued from Page 6) The Fairy Godmother’s two comical helpers keep things handcrafted versions stand as tall as six feet. moving along in this wonderful version of the timeless The exhibit runs through Aug. 31. It was designed by classic. This beloved fairy tale is retold in the style of Tom Wilson of Museum Productions. Designed by craftsEnglish pantomime and is guaranteed fun for children ... man and former furniture maker Tom Wilson of Museum young and old! Productions, the toys represent Wilson’s nearly 40-year Group rates are available for 10 or more. Adults $12/Chil- hobby making folk toys for his children and friends. dren $8 and for every 10 children an adult admission is free. Star of the Republic Museum is located at Washington“Cinderella” runs July 25-July 28, 2013 with Thursday on-the-Brazos State Historic Site off state Highway 105. and Friday performances at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., Saturday Daily museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more inforperformances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. and Sunday performance mation, call 936-878-2461 or visit www.starmuseum.org. at 4 p.m. For more information call (979) 830-1460 or visit www.unitybrenham.org.

Exhibit brings nostalgic fun to Star of the Republic Museum

The ‘Toy Time’ exhibit at Star of the Republic Museum features 16 giant, interactive folk toys with designs dating back 300 years Visitors are encouraged to play with 16 large-scale versions of popular historic folk toys from around the world, including “Jacob’s Ladder,” “Whimmy Diddle,” “Bird on a Pole,” “Acrobat,” “Tight Rope Walker” and “Pecking Chickens.” The toys from times gone by are crafted from wood and are reminiscent of traditional folk art. While some of the designs date back as far as 300 years, these

“Pecking Chickens” is just one of 16 large-scale historic folk toys being exhibited at Star of the Republic Museum this month.

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Aug 7, 14, 21 Story Time at Day Star Story time with the Story Lady! 10:3011:30am, Free, 208 W. Alamo St., Brenham (979-830-1034) Aug 8 “Wake Up, Washington County!” Networking Breakfast Hosted by Calvary Baptist Church, 1100 Niebuhr St., Brenham. Sponsored by Brenham Nursing & Rehab . 7:45am. (979836-3695)

(Continued from Page 7) Floats N Flicks “Soul Surfer” Aug 15 Bring the kids for a fun family evening of “Music a Powerful SOUL-UTION” watching “Soul Surfer” at Blue Bell Aquat- presented by Hospice Brazos Valley ic Center! Free admission. 7-9pm, 1800 Join Hospice Brazos Valley and Cynthia E. Tom Green St., Brenham (www.cityof Jordan to learn about her crusade to enbrenham.org/parks, 979-337-7250). lighten audiences to the power of music through “MUSIC A POWERFUL SOULAug 10 UTION”. You will never listen to music the Chappell Hill Lavender same way again! 1:30-4pm, Blinn College & Wine Fest Conference Room, Brenham, free, please Come out and enjoy the countryside neigh- RSVP (979-277-9525, mrogas@hospice borhood festival with Chappell Hill Lav- brazosvalley.org). ender Farm and Windy Winery, featuring tastings, cuttings, crafts, vendors, music, demonstrations and more! Free admission, 9am-3pm, (www.VisitBrenhamTexas.com, 979-251-8114)

Aug 22 “What’s wrong with this room?” Free design seminar Led by designer Cynthia Haba, call to reserve a seat, 10:3011:30am, Hermann Furniture (888-8367237, [email protected]).

Aug 29 TAILGATE 2013 Tickets $25, reserved table-sponsorships available, 6pm, Silver Wings Ballroom, Brenham (979-836-3695, tailgate@ brenhamtexas.com).