September 20122012 Board of Directors

ChairmanBRICE MILLIORN

Edward Jones Investments

First Vice ChairKURT PODESZWA

Camp For All

Second Vice ChairLIZ HOPKINS

Hopkins Distributing andStella Designs & Solutions

TreasurerJIM BAKER

Brenham Fitness Centers

SecretaryWENDY YATES

Moorman Tate UrquhartHaley Upchurch & Yates

Immediate Past ChairCATHY BOEKER

Blinn College

BARRY BRASSParcel Plus

BOO CHRISTENSENRE/MAX Advantage

MARK PATRANELLA Blue Bell Creameries

JARVIS VAN DYKE Van Dyke Rankin & Company

JENNIFER BEAUDETPure Elegance andThrivent Financial

KERRI HAMILTONFirst Baptist Church School

MIKE BAKERMIC Group

DEBBIE HAVERSRR Donnelley

DR. SHAWN KHANCentral Texas Eye Institute

JOEL ROMOAmerican Heart Association

COY FONTENOTKruse Village

MICHAEL WATTSBrenham ISD —

Brenham High School

RENEE MUELLERAttorney at Law

MICHAEL HAYWOODMission Brenham

RICKY BOEKERCity of Brenham-Fire Chief

JUDI HOUSTONBrazos Valley Schools

Credit Union

“BUSINESS AFTER HOURS”washington county’s favorite networking event

Sponsored by:

Texas Commercial Waste

Hosted by:

Blinn College Foundation902 College Avenue, Brenham

Tuesday, Sept. 25from 5-7 p.m.

Enjoy great networking and refreshments! Bring plenty of business cards to share with other members.

Free for Chamber members and all employees!

Beverages provided by Mike Hopkins Distributing.

Learn more about Texas Commercial Waste and their services at www.TexasCommercialWaste.com

‘Tailgate’ triumphs again!On August 30, the Fifth Annual

“Tailgate” event was hosted by the Washington County Cham-ber, and the ballroom at Silver Wings was once again filled with football, fans, food and fun. The event featured delicious tailgate-style food, generously provided by Design II Catering and David Folschinsky, along with silent and live auctions, friendly rivalries among sponsor tables, lots of cold beverages and plenty of network-ing and mingling.

Brenham High School and Br-enham Christian Academy cheer-leaders added to the festivities by serving food to all of the spon-sor tables. Don Ahrens served as live auctioneer. The evening was

topped off by great music and dancing.

Event chairman Kurt Podeszwa said: “Thanks to all the Cham-ber Board members who helped to pull off this event. It was a ton of fun. We beat our fundraising goal, and more importantly, we’ve heard from everyone that they had a good time. The Blue Blaz-ers and staff deserve a huge round of applause for working hard, but making sure the crowd had fun.”

The Chamber would like to thank the following sponsors for their participation. Receiving so much support for this fifth annual event helped to ensure its success:

Tailgate event chairman Kurt Podeszwa and Chamber board chairman Brice Milliorn running the Big Board auction at the event.

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CHaMPiON SPONSOR

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TOUCHDOWN SPONSORSBluebonnet electric

Blinn CollegeTexas Farm Bureau insurance

Blue Bell CreameriesRepublic Services

FielD gOal SPONSORSappel Ford

The artex groupBallard & FleetwoodBlue Bell Creameries

Bluebonnet electric Coop.Brenham abstract & Title Co.

Brenham Fitness CenterBrenham iSD

Brenham National BankCamp For all

Chappell Hill ChamberClover & Marak PllC

edward Jones investments - Brice Milliorn aaMS

express employment ProfessionalsFriends of the Brenham Maifest

germania insurancegoss Communications

Hodde Real estateHollis energy Resource Services

Krenek & Friends

Julie RenkenKruse Village

Kwik Kopy Business Center & Brewster llC

MiC groupMike Hopkins DistributingMill Creek Custom HomesMoeller electric Company

Moorman, Tate, Urquhart, Haley, Upchurch & Yates

Neal Financial group Personnel Services

Plumb levelRe/MaX advantage

Renee ann MuellerSBDC at Blinn College

StanpacVan Dyke Rankin & Company

Special thanks go to Design II Catering for all the deli-cious food, to Ashley Jones Photography for great photos of the event, and to the Brenham HS and Brenham Christian Academy Cheerleaders for serving the sponsor tables!

The Tailgate event would not have been such a great suc-cess 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!

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Salon Suites of Brenham – New location grand OpeningOwners: Jennifer Nichols4030 Hwy. 36 South, BrenhamPhone: 979-251-7237

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Working for YOU!As a Chamber member, your promotional information

is seen by thousands of people every month.WalK-iN’S

WeBSiTewww.BrenhamTexas.com

Unique VisitorsAugust 2012 — 10,163

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Visitor CenterAugust 2012 — 515

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Unique VisitorsAugust 2012 — 4,262

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For the third straight year, the Champion Sponsor was Brenham Chrysler Jeep Dodge. Jeff Hazlewood and lindsay (on left) enjoyed the event with a crew from the dealership.

Decorations and tailgate food on Bluebonnet electric’s table.

liVe aUCTiON iTeMS:Rockport Beach getaway

Donated by: Rockport Chamber of Commerce

Bus Ride for 48 to Brenham Cubs Football away game

plus Quizno’s Box DinnersDonated by: Bank of Brenham & Durham

Transportation

Sunday Springtime Barbecue at Casa de PiedraDonated by: Nathan’s Barbecue

Hosted at the home of Dr. Gary & Sandi Appelt

guided Fishing Trip for Two in louisiana Donated by: Julie Tiemann & Barney Loesch,

Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

Party for 12 at the Winery with Private Tour and Barrel Tasting with the Winemaker

Donated by: Pleasant Hill Winery

“Where it all Begins” ViP Tour PackageDonated by: Blue Bell Creameries

SileNT aUCTiON iTeMS:CPR Personal learning Program Kits

American Heart Association-Joel Romo

Serrano Flip-Flops by grazieBar B Boutique

Dinner for 8 at Bevers Kitchen in Chappell HillBevers Kitchen

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Thank you to our Presidential Level members ...

Metropolitan Water

Company, l.P.

Bluebonnet Electric

of Brenham

BReNHaM

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

Brenham National

BankBrenham

Clinic — Brenham

BlUe BlaZeR OF THe MONTHBlue Blazers

JOLEnE CURTISTexas AgFinance

TIFFAnY COMPTOn-FALKHodde Real Estate Company

JOYCE DICKSCHATBrenham National Bank

JOHAnnA FATHEREERE/MAX Advantage

PAM GREEnRE/MAX Advantage

EDDIE HARRISOn Individual Member

TAMMY JASTER City of Brenham-

Blue Bell Aquatic Center

FLOREnCE JULIAnBlue Bell Creameries

BRICE MILLIORn Edward Jones Investments

SUE MUZZY Mike Hopkins Distributing Co.

LInDA PIPESIndividual Member

CHRISTY SCHLOTTMAnnExpress Employment Professionals

JULIE TIEMAnnThrivent Financial

RAnDY WEIDEMAnn Van Dyke Rankin & Company

The Blue Blazers are a group of 15 volunteers who act as official greeters and hosts of our community. Their ob-jectives include promoting Chamber programs and increasing membership, and conducting ribbon cuttings and special ceremonies for local businesses. The Chamber thanks these volunteers for their service and hospitality, and also their employers for allowing them the time to dedicate to the organization. A “Blue Blazer of the Month” is recognized at each club meeting for the highest total of achievements the prior month.

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Don ahrens was the auctioneer for the event.

Danny Rohde was the lucky winner in the Deck of Cards raffle.

One Night Stay at Best WesternBest Western Inn-Brenham

Barnwood Framed Texas FlagBluebonnet Electric

5 Family Pass PacksBrazos Valley Maize

Tickets to Texas a&M vs. lSU Football game with Parking Pass

Brenham Clinic

One Year Fitness MembershipBrenham Fitness Center

gourmet gift BasketBrenham Floral

Two large Framed Texas MapsBrenham National Bank

Two Photography Class SessionsBrenham Portrait Gallery

Wall Portrait, size 16 x 20 Brenham Portrait Gallery

Taxi Service to any Houston airport

Brenham Taxi Service

Texas a&M 3-D logo Wooden Wall art

Brice MilliornEdward Jones Investments

$250 Certificate for exterior Window Cleaning Service

ClearView Window Washing Service

Wireless Keyboard & MouseComputer Helpers

“liquid Smile” Teeth Whitening Pen

C. Michael Altman, DDS

Blue glazed BowlG. Bell Pottery

george Bush Presidential library Passes and Flag Flown over

Presidential libraryGeorge Bush Presidential Library &

Museum

“To Really be a Texas aggie” and “To Really be a Texas longhorn”

Canvas PrintsHermann Furniture

Texas gourmet gift BasketHermann General Store

Children’s Football JacketHermann General Store

“Forever Young” Party for 12Horseshoe Junction Family Fun Center

Necklace & earrings SetHospice Boutique

State Farm Basket of gift itemsJohn Brieden State Farm Insurance

“Page for a Day” and “Capitols of Texas” BookState Rep. Lois Kolkhorst

Set of 50 Uncirculated State QuartersPeggy Kramer

Washington County Treasurer

One Hour Consultation and One Month of Fitness Classes

Lete Phillips Exercise Studio

Tailgate Cooler/Tote with BBQ Tools,

gift Cards & MoreMill Creek Custom Homes

Portfolio analysis & Financial Planning Consultation

Mitchell Clark & Company

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Renewing Chamber Membersaugust 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. Gary Appelt, P.A. — 31 yearsArgent Court of Brenham — 14 yearsArtesian Park RV Campground — 19 yearsBeth Benkoski Minavi Insurance Agency — 2 yearsBluebonnet Pottery & Gift Gallery — 7 yearsBrazos Valley Foot Care — 9 yearsBrenham ISD Superintendent — 17 yearsBurton Cafe — 1 yearBurton Heritage Society — 5 yearsChappell Hill Lavender Farm — 8 yearsDr. Allen Commander — 14 yearsDay Star Christian Bookstore — 25 yearsThe Falls Resort & Golf Club — 10 yearsHampton Inn & Suites — 3 years

Kruse Memorial Lutheran Village — 22 yearsKWIK KOPY Business Center — 8 yearsLas Fuentes Mexican Restaurant — 8 yearsMark Hyatt State Farm Insurance Agency — 33 yearsMichele Bright D. D. S. — 2 yearsMonastery of St. Clare — 25 yearsnueces Canyon Ranch — 25 yearsOzarka Spring Water-Aqua Beverage Co. — 14 yearsThe Pomegranate/Funky Art Cafe — 9 yearsRobert’s Service Station & Grocery — 13 yearsSouth Texas Tack — 1 yearSycamore Cottage — 4 yearsTexas Broadband — 7 yearsTexas Log Homes — 12 years

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New Chamber Members

BRAZOS VALLEY MAIZEManager: J. L. Free3063 Salem Road (Physical)P.O. Box 951 (Mailing)Brenham, Texas 77834Phone: 979-217-2005jfree@brazosvalleymaize.comwww.brazosvalleymaize.comEntertainment/Recreation

SALON SUITES OF BRENHAMOwner: Jennifer nichols4030 Hwy. 36 SouthBrenham, Texas 77833Phone: 979-251-7237salonsuites@att.netSalons Services/Supplies

TECHNOLOGY FOR ALLManager: Jerry LauzonPublic computer center in theHodde Tech Ed. Center-Brenham Attn: Fran, 111 Main St. (Mailing)Smithville, Texas 78957Phone: 512-237-7025jerry.lauzon@techforall.orgwww.techforall.orgNon-Profit Organization

The winner of the decorating compe-tition was Hollis energy Resource Services. Julie Hollis proudly carried out the 2012 Spirit Stick!

The crew from Design ii takes a brief pause after serving the delicious food!

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The Brenham HS and Brenham Christian academy cheerleaders served Tailgate food to all of the sponsor tables.

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Communicating to leadersUnderstanding different leadership and

communication styles was the focus of Lead-ership Washington County’s September ses-sion. Dick Hammond from Leadership on the Move led the day-long workshop.

The day was full of activities to teach effective leadership and communication skills. The class was led through several exercises to determine their current styles of leadership and areas in which they wanted to focus on for growth. Throughout the day class members were reminded that

leadership is proactive and effective lead-ers challenge the process, inspire a shared vision, enable others to act, model the way, and encourage the heart.

Chamber-CVB staff member Jenny Mills is part of the new Leadership class. She stated that her favorite part of this ses-sion was when everyone had to line up on along a rope on the floor, then get in order according to their birth date without ver-bally speaking and while keeping at least one foot on the rope all times.

She explained, “Several people imme-diately held up a number on one or two hands. While that was a great strategy, one that eventually proved to be successful, people could easily get confused. Someone holding up one finger with their right hand and two fingers with their left could be try-ing to convey they were born in the twelfth month, the third month, or on January 2nd. And, if you’re looking at him from behind you could have a completely different per-ception! That exercise reminded us that

others’ perceptions are not always the same as our own, so we definitely need to keep that at the forefront of our thoughts when trying to communicate in the world.”

Leadership Washington County is a pro-gram of the Washington County Chamber aimed at educating and motivating cur-rent and future leaders. The next session will be a Team-Building Retreat on Sept. 27 at Camp For All. The session is being facilitated by Camp For All Director Kurt Podeszwa.

leadership participants receiving instructions for the “birth date” exercise.

Class members listen as Dick Hammond speaks about the importance of knowing your own com-munication style before issuing the Rainbow Test.Teams had five minutes or less to master a six-step

arm movement routine in which both arms move continuously, but in opposite directions. This team led by “Joking” Jared performs its routine for the judges.

Chad “the Dad,” “Manly” Mordecai, “Chippy” Chris, and “Witty” Wendy take a moment to write

Chad “the Dad” explains his team’s model for an ideal community.

everyone learned quickly that using long sticks to put marbles into their own cups was far more difficult than giving marbles to someone else. The marbles represented wisdom and the exercise reminded participants that giving others a bit of your wisdom is more rewarding than imparting wisdom to yourself.

“Dependable” Dave, “Designing” Donna, “Daring” Derek, and “Sunny” Cyndee work together to build a model for their ideal community.

More “atta boys” and kind words being issued to fellow classmates.

Junior leadership ProgramApplications for the Fall 2012 session of Wash-

ington County Junior Leadership are now being accepted at the Chamber. The program educates and motivates high school juniors and seniors to become leaders within their schools and community.

Selected students will participate in a seven-week program and learn first-hand from prominent leaders and be exposed to great career opportunities. Students who are currently juniors or seniors in any high school in Washington County may apply. The registration fee is $40. Sessions are held on Wednesdays from 4-7pm, beginning October 10.

A complete schedule is printed on the application, available from counselors at area high schools, at the Washington County Chamber office, or online at www.BrenhamTexas.com under “Chamber” then “Leader-ship.” Completed applications are due by Sept. 28.

Unity Theatre opens with‘The Philadelphia Story’

Unity Theatre is proud to open its 2012-13 season with Philip Barry’s wickedly witty comedy, “The Philadel-phia Story.” Barry wrote more than 20 plays, but is best remembered for “The Philadelphia Story,” a comedy of manners set in Philadelphia high society during the late 1930s. The play previews Thursday, September 20, opens Friday, September 21, and plays through Sunday, October 7, 2012.

Tracy Lord, the wealthy heroine of “The Philadelphia Story,” divorces her husband, C.K. Dexter Haven, and is about to marry a man named George Kittredge. However, their wedding preparations are interrupted by meddlesome reporters, her ex-husband and her estranged father; she is also disconcerted by the growing realization that she still has feelings for her ex-husband, Dexter. Barry wrote the role especially for actress Katharine Hepburn, and the play’s success simultaneously launched Hepburn’s career on the stage and film.

“The Philadelphia Story” will be directed by Carolyn Johnson, who directed last season’s popular Studio pro-duction of Last Train to nibroc. The stellar cast features Bethany McCade as Tracy, Ryan Schabach as Dexter, Tom

Prior as Seth, Elizabeth Byrd as Margaret, Jen Lucy Es-trada as Liz, Josh Estrada as Mike, Shanae’a Moore as Di-nah, Mike Roberts as Uncle Willie, Andy Ingalls as Sandy, Andrew Garrett as George and Chris Viles as Thomas.

Reservations can be made through the Unity Theatre box office at 300 Church Street, open Monday through Fri-day from 10am-2pm by phone at 830-8358. More details are online at www.UnityBrenham.org.

Tourism Tuesday MeetingThe next Tourism Tuesday meeting will be held on Tues-

day, October 16, at 10:00 a.m. in the Chamber Conference Room. All tourism-partner businesses are invited to at-tend. Please plan on attending to learn about the CVB’s promotional activities and plans for promoting our area in the new budget year.

Henkel Square Market

In Round Top, framed by an overarching oak tree branch, the steel framework of Henkel Hall (left side of photo) takes shape. On the right is a small, beautifully restored chapel that will be used for weddings. These structures are surrounded by many of the buildings that were part of the original square which have now been restored and outfit-ted for retail use.

local wines added to Fair

A cluster of wine events have been added to the 144th Annual Washington County Fair agenda, including a non-commercial wine competition on Thursday, Sept. 13.

The following evening, on Friday, Sept. 14, the First An-nual Washington County Fair Wine Event kicks off with a wine tasting at 7:00 p.m. in the VIP Room. Wines will be provided by members of the Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail and the event is open to the public.

Beginning Saturday, September 15, and running throughout the Fair, the three Washington County win-eries — Pleasant Hill, Saddlehorn and Windy Winery — will offer wine for sale by the glass, available in the Beer Barn.

If you’ve wondered how delicious our local commercial wines are, this is your chance to check them out! For more information, contact Jeanne Cottle at 979-421-3908.

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Tourism News

Texas Flag Mosaic garden BenchThielemann Construction Co.

& Stegent-Thielemann Plumbing

“For the love of Texas” Photography BookWashington-on-the-Brazos State Park Association

art-glass Pendant JewelryMelissa McCaghren

Historic Homes Tour for 4and Signed Texas Furniture Book

Winedale Historic Center

“DeCK OF CaRDS” RaFFle SPONSORS:

appel Ford Citizens State Bank

Raffle item from Independence Firearms:DPMS Oracle Semiautomatic 223 Remington

————This was the Chamber’s only fundraising event for 2012.

Proceeds 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 thank-ing them for their community spirit by patronizing their businesses.

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New Chamber-CVB StaffTwo new staff members have joined the Chamber-

CVB team: Judy Hyman and Emily Sander. Both are in the Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) department located in the Visitor Center inside the Simon Theater on Main Street.

Judy Hyman is the new Group Marketing & Services Coordinator. Judy comes to us with over 15 years’ sales experience. She and her husband, Kelley, have owned several local businesses throughout their 22 years of living in Chappell Hill. Judy and Kelley are active members of Brenham’s First Baptist Church and have 3 sons, 4 dogs, 4 cats, 2 birds and a horse. Judy enjoys traveling, going to Unity Theatre, bike riding, reading, and spending time with friends.

Emily Sander is the new Visitor Center Assistant. She is a Brenham native and graduate of Brenham High School. She recently graduated from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agri-business. She also obtained an Associate of Arts de-gree from Blinn College. Emily has worked previously in Brenham at Special Occasions and the Blue Bell Aquatic Center.

All members are encouraged to stop by the Visitor Center to welcome Judy and Emily, and also to pick up information about many great events coming up this Fall and Winter!

Judy HymanGroup Marketing

& Services Coordinator

emily SanderVisitor Center Assistant

YPO NewsJoin the Young Professionals Organization for the

quarterly “Speaker Series.” These luncheons are de-signed to create a casual setting for area young profes-sionals to meet with leaders in Washington County and forge relationships.

YPO Speaker SeriesGuest Speaker:

State Representative Lois KolkhorstThursday, September 27

11:30am - 1:00pmHosted at:

Los Cabos Mexican Grill & Steakhouse2800 Highway 36 S., BrenhamRSVP: Liz@StellaDesigns.com

YPO of Washington County is an organization de-signed for employees in Washington County looking to build relationships and raise leaders within the commu-nity. 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.

Thanks to these volunteers for coordinating the YPO: nathan Wade from Suddenlink, Jennifer Sals-giver from the City of Brenham, Kristin Krenek from Brenham Clinic, Jared Krenek from EnerVest, and Liz Hopkins from Stella Designs & Solutions.

For more information about the Washington County YPO, send your contact information to youngpros@brenhamtexas.com or visit the Facebook page: www.Facebook.com/YPOWashingtonCounty.

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Thurs-Sat 7pm, Sun 2pm, O’Donnell Per-forming Arts Center, Blinn College, Bren-ham (979-830-4024).

Unity Theatre presents “The Philadelphia Story”Spoiled socialite Tracy Lord is about to marry stuffy George when her congenial ex-husband, C.J. Dexter Haven arrives. Throw in a tabloid reporter, a scheming younger sister and a case of mistaken iden-tity and high jinks abound, Thu 7:30pm, Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 4pm, Unity Theatre, 300 Church St., Downtown Brenham (979-830-8358, www.unitybrenham.org).

Oct 5-Nov 23Brazos Valley Maize“Get Lost” in the corn maize, and enjoy the pumpkin patch and family friendly ac-tivities, Fri 5-9pm, Sat 10-9pm, Sun 1-7pm, 3063 Salem Rd., Brenham, $6-10 per per-son, visit website for details (www.brazos-valleymaize.com).

Oct 6-7Oktoberfest in Washington, TexasCrafts, food, games, Little Miss Oktober-fest competition, auction, pumpkin patch, live music. Saturday: sausage on a stick lunch, chili supper at 6pm for $5. Sun-day: Barbeque meal at noon ($9 adults, $6 children 6-12, free under 12) at Old Brown’s Schoolhouse, 20302 FM 1155 East in Washington (rwerchan@yahoo.com, www.friedenschurch.com).

Oct 6–Nov 1Brenham Heritage Museum Exhibit“Paris, the Moon, and Brenham” features the work of Frank Malina, local native and acclaimed scientist and artist (www.bren-hamheritagemuseum.org).

Oct 6, 13, 20, 27Brenham Farmers MarketEvery Saturday 8am-12p, 307 S. Park St., free (vendors call 979-836-9466).

Oct 6-7“On the Hill” Country Market DaysHost your garage sale, or bring in antiques, estate items, hunting and fishing supplies, crafts, tools and more, inside and outside booths available, vendors supply own tables, call for details (979-836-6011, bry-an@ellisonsgreenhouses.com).

Oct 6Adam’s Angels 5K Dash5K race begins at the Hohlt Park Pavilion, activities after, benefits Adam’s Angels Ministry to help families dealing with childhood cancer, $20, online registration available, 8:30am (www.adamsangelsmin-istry.org).

Farmers and Artisans MarketFarmers and Artisans Market, 8am-1pm, first Saturday of the month, free, historic Burton Railroad Depot, 507 n. Railroad St., Burton (burtonchamberofcommerce@gmail.com, www.burtontexas.org).

Oct 11Big Read 2012Charles Porter, History Professor, St. Ed-wards University will discuss Elmer Kelton and his book, “The Time It never Rained,” a story of the 1950s drought, plus Unity Theater actors will read portions of the book, 6-9pm, free, open to public, Unity Theatre, Downtown Brenham (www.life-timelearningbrenham.org).

Oct 13-14Scarecrow Festival in Chappell HillEnjoy the magical land of scarecrows and a pumpkin patch with juried vendors, chil-dren’s activities, live music, food and more, plus scarecrow exhibits all over the county, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun noon-5pm, Downtown Chappell Hill (www.chappellhillmuseum.org).

Oct 13Lone Star Water Forum Climatology, surface water, ground water and more during this forum entitled “The Science and Politics of Water,” lunch and door prizes, 8:30am-4pm, $25 before 10/1, $35 after 10/1, Washington County Fairgrounds Event Cen-ter (www.wcwildlife.org).

Washington County Rotary Club’s Demolition DerbyA smashing good time with full size cars, compacts and powder puff, clowns face painting, souvenirs, food and prizes, hosted by the Rotary Club of Washington County, $10 adults, $5 12&under, 5pm, Washing-ton County Fairgrounds, 1305 E. Blue Bell Rd, Brenham (979-836-5401, www.wcro-taryclub.org).

Sigma Chi Chi 50th AnniversaryCelebrating 50 years of service to Brenham and Washington County, guest speaker Pa-tricia Hogan Williams, $20, proceeds ben-efit the scholarship fund, 6pm, new Life Church of God Family Center, 1990 FM 389 (979-836-7753).

Oct 18Camp for All Fundraiser“Life’s a Dance” with cocktails, dancing, appetizers and dinner by Funky Art Café and Design II, plus auction and raffle, 6pm, Washington County Fairgrounds Event Center, 1305 E. Blue Bell Rd., Brenham (713-686-5666, bmunsell@campforall.org).

Shrimporee 2012Annual fundraiser and banquet for Wash-ington County Peace Officers Association, 6pm, Fireman’s Training Center.

Oct 20Heritage FestivalStorytellers, fish pond, art and essay con-test, Buffalo Soldiers, carousel rides, book sale, and more, 9am-1pm, nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library and Fireman’s Park (979-836-3120).

Barn Dance and Dinner GalaCatered dinner, beverages, live auction, door prizes, entertainment and dancing with the Bret Graham Band, $50 per per-son, benefits the Texas Cotton Gin Muse-um, 6pm, LaBahia Hall, 550 TX Hwy 237, Burton (979-289-3378, www.cottonginmu-seum.org).

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Spend your weekend at Washington-on-the-Brazoslock, Stock and Barrel

Set your sights on Independence Hall September 15 for Lock, Stock and Barrel, an exciting look at firearms in the Republic of Texas! We’ll explore the myriad of styles and their uses here in Texas circa 1820-1850 through con-temporary accounts as well as reproduction and original pieces.

19th Century Folk RemediesThen on September 16, a special presentation focuses

on the folk remedies of the 19th century. Today’s modern medicines may not always taste the best, but they work and we have the science to prove how and why.

In the 1800s, medicine was a combination of new sci-ence and old traditions. Crooks and quacks hawked fake cures creating distrust of medicine. Many clung to the old folk healers’ potions and cures, and it is these folk cures that we are going to look at — a world of plasters and talis-mans, serums and spells, some dangerous and some silly. While many have faded away, a few still linger in our soci-ety today; just think of the many ways to cure hiccups.

Presentations on both days will be given at 11 a.m., 1 p.m., and 3 p.m. These presentations are approximately 30-45 minutes in length. Visitors should meet at the Visi-tor Center 5-10 minutes ahead of time and dress appropri-

ately for the season as the presentations will take place in a period setting. All visitors are welcome but small children must be accompanied by an adult.

Ticket prices are $5 for adults, $3 for students and free to children 6 and under and to Texas State Park annual pass holders. Accessible for the mobility impaired.

it’s Cotton Pickin’ Time!Join the folks at Barrington Living History Farm on

September 15 and16 as they harvest the Barrington Farm cotton crop. They’ve planted, watered and weeded the cot-ton and now invite YOU to help pick, hand gin, card and weave the beautiful “Lone Star” antique variety of cot-ton!

When Dr. Anson Jones and his family lived at Barrington Farm in the 1850s, cotton was the main cash crop. Dur-ing that time the majority of the cotton crop would have been sent elsewhere for processing and the family would have purchased finished bolts of cloth for their personal use. But even though the industrial revolution and econo-mies of scale may have been taking hold, most families were familiar with the steps needed to process raw cotton into cloth. In fact, cotton remains a vital component of our daily lives. This special program gives you the hands-on opportunity to learn the process.

The program is free with general admission and reser-

vations are not required. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for students and free for children 6 and under. Texas State Park annual pass holders are also admitted free. The Farm is open from 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Portions of the activity take place in an 1850s setting and out of doors, so visitors are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather.

For more information, visit www.birthplaceoftexas.com or call 936-878-2214.

With Barrington Farm in the background, a cos-tumed interpreter demonstrates to children how to pick cotton.

Sept 13St. Luke’s Blood DriveSemi-annual blood drive, 9am-4:30pm, walk-ins welcome, free t-shirt and snacks, Blinn College Student Center banquet room (979-830-4181, gvierus@blinn.edu).

Young Professionals Happy HourMeet up with the Washington County YPO and the A&M Club of Washington County at the Café in the Garden, 11 W. Main St., Downtown Brenham, 5:30-7pm, (jared.krenek@gmail.com).

Sept 14-16Art of the American QuiltExplore how quilts commemorate life ex-periences and more, Round Top Festival Institute, 248 Jaster Rd., Round Top (979-249-5078, www.festivalhill.org).

Sept 15, 22, 29Brenham Farmers MarketVegetables, eggs, home-canned foods, arts & crafts, baked goods, fresh-brewed coffee, every Saturday 8am-12pm, 307 S. Park, Downtown Brenham, free (vendors call 979-836-9466).

Sept 15-22144th Washington County FairShows, rodeos, music and fun, with carni-val, crafts, food, livestock and poultry auc-tion, and the crowning of the Fair Queen, Washington County Fairgrounds, 1305 E. Blue Bell Rd., Brenham (979-836-4112, www.washingtoncofair.com).

Sept 15-16“A Cotton Pickin Time”Help pick, hand gin, card and weave the Barrington Farm cotton crop, 10am-4:30pm, adults $5, kids $3, under 6 free, Washington-on-the-Brazos State His-toric Site (936-878-2214 x246, www.birthplaceoftexas.com).

Sept 15Lock, Stock and BarrelExplore the firearms of the Republic of Texas, presentations at 11am, 1pm and 3pm, adults $5, kids $3, under 6 free, Washington-on-the-Brazos State His-toric Site (926-878-2214 x224, www.birthplaceoftexas.com). Texas Master Naturalist Event at Winedale Historical ComplexLearn what kind of life exists in the soil, Valerie Bugh discusses “All About Arach-nids”, and Peg Wallace, “Life in Soils,” 12-

3pm, free, Winedale Historical Complex, 3738 FM 2714, Round Top (winedale@austin.utexas.edu, www.cah.utexas.edu).

Sept 1619th Century Folk RemediesLearn about the unique world of folk healing, presentations at 11am, 1pm and 3pm, adults $5, kids $3, under 6 free, Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site (926-878-2214 x228, www.birthplaceoftexas.com).

Sept 18, 20Evening Class Using Your ComputerLearn the basics of Microsoft Office Pow-erPoint, Tues & Thurs from 6-8pm, free, at Blinn-A.W. Hodde Tech Educ. Center on S. Blue Bell Road near Hwy. 290 (979-830-4484, jerry.lauzon@techforall.org).

Sept 18Monthly Grief LuncheonJoin others who have experienced the death of a loved one, learn healthy griev-ing methods, share how grief affects you and what helps during this monthly potluck luncheon, bring a covered dish, beverages provided, 3rd Tuesday of the month, 11am-1pm, free, please RSVP (979-277-9525, www.hospicebrazosvalley.org).

Ribbon Cutting – Republican Party Headquartersnew location, 1406 S. Market Street, Bren-ham, 4:00p.m.

Sept 19Pet Wellness WednesdaySpecials on select products and services, discounts on vaccinations, call for appoint-ment or drop-off, 8am-5pm, Creekside Vet-erinary Service (979-836-6519).

Sept 20-Oct 7Unity Theatre presents “The Philadelphia Story”Spoiled socialite Tracy Lord is about to marry stuffy George when her congenial ex-husband, C.J. Dexter Haven arrives. Throw in a tabloid reporter, a scheming younger sister and a case of mistaken iden-tity and high jinks abound, Thu 7:30pm, Fri-Sat 8pm, Sun 4pm, Unity Theatre, 300 Church St., Downtown Brenham (979-830-8358, www.unitybrenham.org).

Sept 20Senior Citizen Discount DayReceive a 15% discount on all wellness, vaccinations, dental, spays/neuters for pet owners over 50, call for appointment, Br-

enham Veterinary Hospital (979-836-2472, www.brenhamvethospital.com).

Friends of Bluebonnet OpryFood and music every 3rd Thursday of the month, food 6pm, show 7:30pm, $5 admis-sion benefits Hospice, Silver Wings Ballroom, 4100 Hwy 105, Brenham (979-836-4347).

Sept 25, 27Evening Class Using Your ComputerLearn the basics of Microsoft Office Ac-cess, Tues & Thurs from 6-8pm, free, at Blinn-A.W. Hodde Tech Educ. Center on S. Blue Bell Road near Hwy. 290 (979-830-4484, jerry.lauzon@techforall.org).

Sept 25-26CHL ClassesStarting at 4:45pm, prices vary (979-836-0986, fclay1@swbell.net)

Sept 25Business After Hours – Texas Commercial WasteHosted at Blinn Foundation Office, 5-7pm, 902 College Ave., Brenham.

Sept 28Advanced QuickBooks ClassIf you’re familiar with QuickBooks, learn more with this daylong class taught by Shir-ley Beum, Certified QuickBooks Advisor at Seidel Schroeder Company, pre-registra-tion and pre-payment required, $80, regis-ter on-line to save $15, 9am-5pm, Bullock Building, Blinn Campus, Brenham (979-830-4137, www.blinncollege.sbdcnetwork.net/blinn/calendar.asp)

Lifetime Learning LuncheonLoren Steffy, Houston Chronicle business columnist, speaks on “America’s Energy Quandary,” which looks at energy is-sues and puts them in a global perspec-tive, $22, 11:30am, Blinn College Student Center, Brenham (979-337-4928, www.lifetimelearningbrenham.org).

Ribbon Cutting – Brazos Valley MaizeGrand Opening! Ceremony at 3:00 p.m., 3063 Salem Rd., Brenham.

Sept 28–Nov 23Brazos Valley Maize “Get Lost” in the corn maize, and enjoy the pumpkin patch and family friendly ac-tivities, Open Sept . 28 - nov. Fri 5-9pm, Sat 10-9pm, Sun 1-7pm, 3063 Salem Rd., Brenham, $6-10 per person, visit website for details (www.brazosvalleymaize.com).

Sept 29-Oct 620th Annual LaBahiaAntiques Show & SaleAntiques & collectibles from 80+ dealers, country cooking, during Round Top An-tique Festival, free admission and parking, 8am, LaBahia Hall (979-289-2684, www.labahiaantiques.com).

Sept 29Live Music at Buffalo CreekWine, dine and unwind with live mu-sic from Moe Hansum, 4-11pm, music at 8pm, 10827 Hwy 36S, between Bell-ville and Sealy (979-865-0702, www.buffalocreekbellville.com).

Antiques Week CelebrationJazz music, food, discounts, book signing by designer Carolyn Westbrook, 6-9pm, free, Leftover Antiques, 3900 Hwy 290 W, Brenham (979-830-8496, www.leftover-santiques.net).

a few October highlights…Oct 2-6Marburger Farm Fall Antiques ShowOne of Country Living’s top ten antique shows, more than 350 dealers, full-service café, Marburger Farm, 2248 S State Hwy 237, Round Top (800-947-5799, www.roundtop-marburger.com).

Brenham Evening LionsAn archeologist gives a program to the Li-ons and members of the Washington Coun-ty Historical Commission, dinner 6:30pm, program 7pm, Cannery Kitchen, 314 E. Alamo, Brenham.

Oct 4-25Home School DaysDiscover what life was like for a child in the mid-19th century with “Childhood in Early Texas,” reservations & pre-payment required, Thursdays in October, 11am-3pm, $6/adults, $8/child, Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site (936-878-2461 x236, www.birthplaceoftexas.com).

Oct 4-7“Enron”See how an American energy giant can go from model-of-the-future to bankrupt disaster in this dramatic, theatrical work,

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