SEPTEMBER 2019
Chair of the Board Amanda Stolz ChamberWorks Seidel Schroeder washington county chamber of commerce brenham, texas
First Vice Chair Jay Schroeder Texas Farm Bureau Insurance
Second Vice Chair Johanna Fatheree RE/MAX Advantage
Secretary Darren Huckert Garza EMC, LLC
Treasurer Andy Hefferly Moorman Tate
Immediate Past Chair Randy Wells Faith Mission
Dr. Eric Alford Baylor Scott & White -The Brenham Clinic
Paul Aschenbeck Brenham ISD Tailgate & Community Pep Rally Wrap-up Katie Burch PlanNorth Architectural Co. The Chamber’s 12th annual Tailgate Party Crawfish Boil for 20 SUPER BOWL SPONSORS fundraiser was hosted on August 22 at Silver Donated by Kruse Village Melissa Duckworth Wings Ballroom. A huge crowd enjoyed a de- Thielemann Construction licious buffet catered by Design II plus cold Holiday Magic at Main Street House drinks, Blue Bell ice cream and lots of min- Donated by Main Street House, Wendy Frazier gling with colleagues and friends. The night Keith & Suzy Hankins; The Baker Lady; Associated Credit ended with a DJ and dancing. and Thrivent Financial – Barney Loesch Union of Texas Highlights of the event were the silent and “Big Board” auction packages, a card raffle Splash Party Aaron Gonzalez and 50/50 drawing, plus raffle tickets were Donated by Blue Bell Aquatic Center Padgett Hearing Aid Center also sold prior to and during the event, which and Blue Bell Creameries included an assortment of guns and valuables. Steak Dinner for 20 at Miracle Farm Dr. John Harris Energetic members of the Blinn Treasures Donated by Miracle Farm, Heritage Texas Mount Rose Missionary dance team performed a routine and helped Country Properties and Washington County Baptist Church to sell raffle tickets to guests throughout the Chamber Board of Directors evening. Brenham High and Burton High Edna Kennedy Cheerleaders and members of the Brenham Burton ISD Superintendent Texas A&M Football – Legacy Club Cub Band also performed. The Blinn Trea- Tickets vs. Mississippi State sures also served as judges for the annual Jim Kruse with Tailgate Gear Spirit Competition, won this year by Edward Bank of Brenham Donated by Bluebonnet Electric Jones Financial – Brice Milliorn and Billy
Starnes. Zelda Moore Washington County Wine Trail The Chamber would like to thank the spon- with Transportation EVVAYLOIS sors whose contributions ensured the success Donated by Pleasant Hill Winery, Academy of Beauty of this 12th annual Tailgate Party (see left). Saddlehorn Winery, Texas Star Winery,
Windy Winery and Brenham National Bank Ash Patel There were also 35 Field Goal level spon- sors! This Tailgate party would not have Best Western Inn AUCTION AND been such a great success without the dona- Lloyd Powell TOUCHDOWN SPONSORS tions of so many valuable items from local RAFFLE DONATIONS businesses and Chamber Board members. Brenham Police Department H Appel Ford/Hyundai Gift Set of Salon Products The Chamber sends a big “thank you” to all H Bank of Brenham Absolutely Fabulous Salon & Spa Joe Robertson of the donors listed below, and to those who H Brenham Ace Hardware bid on these great items. Blue Bell Creameries H Brenham Chrysler Traeger Grill Brenham Ace Hardware Edward Smith III Jeep Dodge BIG BOARD PACKAGES Ninety Six West, The Citadel H BIG Brannon $100 Gift Card Industrial Group Brew, Crew & BBQ Associated Credit Union of Texas Gena Wilimitis H Seidel Schroeder Donated by Brazos Valley Brewing Miracle Farm Company and LJ’s BBQ T ailGATE continued on page 2 Page 2 | Chamber Works | September 2019 Ribbon Cuttings
New Location New Location New Location U.S. Congressman Kulow Chiropractic Round Top Home Builders Michael McCaul Office & Wellness Center, PLLC Owners: Barney Reynolds and Jay Reynolds 401 South Austin Street, Brenham Owner: Kellie Kulow 204 North Washington Street, Round Top 979-830-8497 3855 Highway 36 North, Suite 103, Brenham
New Member New Member New Member Canion Kountry Champion Ranchers Trident Management Consulting Bakery & Restaurant Construction Owner: Logan D. Gatewood Owners: Patsy Canion and Mindy Canion Owner: Clint Sciba 348 Stone Hill Drive, Suite 101B 401 U.S. 290 West 850 U.S. 290 North, Hempstead Tailgate Continued from page 1 Philips Sonicare Sonic Toothbrush Bank, Kountry Boys Sausage One Night Stay C. Michael Altman, DDS Best Western Inn of Brenham and Rob Knowles, DDS One Free Auto Detail (Aggie-Longhorn Dinner for Four American Flag and Texas Flag Fan Deluxe Package) Bevers Kitchen American Overhead Door Co. Appel Ford/Hyundai Wende Ragonis ...... … President Two All Sports Season Passes, Shirts, Jane Hinze ...... … Member Services Manager Herbal Teas and Honey Gift Basket One Free Oil Change Tumblers, Tote Bag and Blinn Gear American Overhead Door Co. (The Works Package) Blinn College District Shae Janner …...... Business Programs Manager Appel Ford/Hyundai Dawn Konieczny ... Communications Coordinator Cowhide Rug One Month Pass Sarah Bryant …...... Bookkeeper Anonymous Donor, Amazon Echo Blue Bell Aquatic Center Kruse Village Resident AT&T Retail Store Gift Basket 314 S. Austin St. | Brenham, TX 77833 Guided Fished Trip Fall Football Basket Blue Bell Creameries 979-836-3695 | www.brenhamtexas.com for 3 in Matagorda Bay with Tailgate Necessities Appel Ford/Hyundai, Citizens State Bank of Brenham Tailgate continued on page 4 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] www.infintechllc.com September 2019 | Chamber Works | Page 3 Renewing Members August 1-31 Dr. Jimmy R. Haskins — 46 years Brenham Elks Lodge #979 — 13 years Texas State Optical — 6 years Korth & Linke Welding, LLC — 42 years Brenham Party Rentals — 13 years Texas Plumbing Solutions — 6 years UpMarket Meats — 42 years WCT OUTDOORS — 12 years C.C. Creations — 5 years Brenham Chrysler Jeep Dodge — 35 years BT Longhorn Steak House — 12 years Premier Designs-Independent Distributor — 5 years Melvin Jr. Ehlert & Associates, Inc. — 35 years Roger’s Tree Service — 11 years Russell Hall Construction, LLC — 5 years ATS Irrigation, Inc. — 34 years Cricket Cruise & Travel, LLC — 11 years Frieben, Ryan W. M.D., PA — 5 years MHMR Center of Washington County — 26 years RE/MAX Advantage-Pam Green — 10 years Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant — 4 years Brazos Belle Restaurant — 25 years Grace Community Fellowship — 10 years Heart and Hand Bodywork — 4 years Evans Cabinet & Door, Ltd. — 21 years Absolutely Fabulous Salon — 9 years Christy Schlottmann Farmers Agency — 3 years Round Top Festival Institute — 18 years Linda & Paul Pipes — 9 years Washington County Vacation Rentals — 3 years Brenham Fitness Center, LLC — 18 years Honest Builders LLC — 9 years Fringe Salon — 3 years BlissWood Bed & Breakfast Ranch — 17 years Bright, Michele, DDS P.A. — 9 years Brenham Presbyterian Church — 3 years 2TR Investments, L.P. — 16 years Mill Creek Custom Homes — 8 years Brenham Game Changers — 2 years Washington County Republican Party — 16 years CHI St. Joseph Health Primary Care Brenham — 8 years Gene’s Services, LLC — 2 years Plumb Level LLC — 16 years Glissmann’s Gift Gallery — 8 years Blackwood Educational Land Institute — 1 year Heritage Place — 15 years Branded Boutique, LLC — 6 years Center Church Brenham — 1 year Las Fuentes Mexican Restaurant — 15 years Factory Connection, LLC — 6 years Integ/Insite Magazine — 1 year Brenham Crossroads Shopping Center — 14 years Woman’s Cave — 6 years Old Mill Creek Retreat — 1 year New Chamber Members CRC-CHAMPION RANCHERS HAULRIGHT LUCHERK’S SERVICES, LLC TRIDENT MANAGEMENT WCTRACTOR-KUBOTA CONSTRUCTION Owner: Jonathan Green Owner: Kenny Lucherk CONSULTING Owner: Chris Wackman Owner: Clint Sciba 5454 Hwy 36N 3855 HWY 36 N., Suite 100 Owner: Logan D. Gatewood, 5435 U.S. 290 E. (Physical) 850 U.S. 290 N. (Physical) Brenham, Texas 77833 Brenham, Texas 77833 MID Brenham, Texas 77833 Hempstead, Texas 77445 Phone: 979-836-1205 Phone: 979-289-5531 346 Stone Hill Drive, Ste. 101B P.O. Box 1619 (Mailing) P.O. Box 918 [email protected] [email protected] (Physical) Brenham, Texas 77834 Waller, Texas 77484 www.haulright.com Dirt Contractor-Sand/Gravel/ 2628 Hwy 36S., #284 (Mailing) Phone: 979-830-0692 Phone: 979-921-9002 Moving/Storage Company Stone/Rock Brenham, Texas 77833 [email protected] [email protected] Phone: 979-421-8130 www.wctractor.com www.champranchconstruct.com KULOW CHIROPRACTIC & [email protected] Farm Equipment-Sales/Service Construction Contractors WELLNESS CENTER, PLLC www.tridentconsulting.biz Lawnmower Parts/Supplies/ Owner: Kellie Kulow, D.C. Business Consulting/Training Repair EAGLE ELECTRICAL SERVICES 3855 Hwy 36N., Suite 103 (Physical) Training-Educational/Employee Owner: Ken Teverbaugh Brenham, Texas 77833 1021 Farmers Road P.O. Box 321 (Mailing) Brenham, Texas 77833 Brenham, Texas 77834 Phone: 979-530-8203 Phone: 979-830-7055 Check out our member benefits at [email protected] [email protected] Contractors-Electrical www.kulowchoio.com Chiropractic Care www.brenhamtexas.com Thank you to our Chairman’s Circle members ...
Thank you to our Presidential Level members ... Page 4 | Chamber Works | September 2019 Tailgate Would you like to be Continued from page 2 Wine Bucket, Two-Bottle Brenham Cubs Sign One Night Stay Wine Carrier with Tools, Brenham State Supported Holiday Inn Express Hotel & a P.E.A.C.E. Partner Two Wine Glasses Living Center Volunteer Suites “Formula Blue” Brenham Bluebonnet Electric Services Council Cooperative $20 Gift Certificate for 2019-2020? Two Salad Dressing Baskets and Necklace Bag Toss Game with Hospice Boutique A Partner for P.E.A.C.E. (Public Education Ambassador for Community Engage- Bluebonnet Electric décor and Joanna Gaines ment) is encouraged to share the monthly value and promote that value within the Cooperative Cookbook Gift Basket company so that possible employees and customers will see that you also support Briannas Fine Salad Dressings Independence Coffee Co. public education. It is in hopes that the adults who see these values at their work- 54 Qt Stainless Steel Cooler -Black Truck ‘48 with Speakers Two Nights Stay for Coffee & Tea Market place will share with the children in their lives who are also seeing this at school. Bluebonnet Electric Two and Gift Basket These Core Essential Values are taught at both Brenham and Burton ISDs. Cooperative Camelia Farm Family Portrait Session The investment is only $50 and you and your employees can make a big and $200 Print Credit impact on the future of our local workforce. Painting Party for Four with One Dozen James Pharaon Creative Thank you to these dedicated Partners for P.E.A.C.E. who continue to make food and wine Fruit Kolaches a Board and Brush Brenham and Month for One Year Tower of Chocolates this program a success in Washington County. They help reinforce the Core Weikel’s Bakery Canion Kountry Bakery & Jet Set Chocolates Essential Values students are learning in local public schools at their businesses Restaurant and through their employee interactions: Two Texan Liquor Bottle Lamp Football Tickets Swoon Necklace & Fanfair Kristi Stamnes, 911 Director Ant Street Inn and Parking Pass Earrings Associated Credit Union of Texas (vs LA Rams, 8/29/19) Carolyn Muske – $175 Gift Certificate Bank of Brenham Boo Christensen – Premier Designs Kulow Chiropractic & Wellness RE/MAX Advantage Assortment of Seasonings Blue Bell Creameries Chappell Hill Sausage Two Ticket to Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative Aquatic Jute Tote with Summer Playlist Tour Assorted Gift Items Folding Utility Wagon 2019-Rascal Flatts Boys & Girls Club of Washington County Branded Boutique Christy Schlottmann Farmers KTEX-KWHI Brazos Valley Schools Credit Union Agency Brenham Abstract & Title Company $100 Gift Card Igloo Glide Pro 110 Cooler Brazos Valley Schools Credit Two 2020 Wine Swirl Tickets Law Office of Brenham National Bank Union and Two 2020 Summer Sip H. Julian Frachtman Burton Chamber of Commerce Tickets Two Washington County Main Street Brenham Gift Basket City of Brenham Fair Season Passes, Leftovers Antiques Creatively Yours Decorative Tub with Wine Microsoft Wireless Home Mercantile Germania Insurance and Farm Décor 3050 Desktop Brenham Abstract Keyboard and Mouse One Month Fitness Class Glasco & Co. Landscaping & Title Co. Computer Helpers & Full Body Massage Independence Coffee Company Round of Golf for 4 Lete Phillips Exercise Studio Including Two Golf Carts LED Make-up Mirror Padgett Hearing Aid Center Brenham Country Club Coutryside Lighting $50 Gift Card Personnel Services Mariachi’s Mexican Restaurant Seidel Schroeder One Year Fitness Beach Fun Basket Membership Cruise Planners 15 lb. Anchor Weighted Thielemann Construction Co., L.P. Brenham Fitness Blanket Throw & Stegent-Thielemann Plumbing $40 Gift Card Mattrezzz Guys One Year Tanning Dan’s Meat Market Unity Theatre Membership Two Gel Convolution Pillows We would love to have more! Brenham Fitness Pottery Set Mattrezzz Guys Discount Trees of Brenham Be on the lookout for creative things to happen at these local businesses Silk Flower Arrangement Titleist Golf Bag as their employees promote this values during the month. If you interact with Brenham Floral Co. Kohler Toilet with White Claw Logo students in grades K-4 in local public schools, be sure to talk to them about and Installation, and Two Hopsulator the Value of the Month and enhance what they are learning in school and out Spirit Flag, Two Seat assortment of liquor Beverage Koozies in the community. Everyone in the community can help reinforce these Core Cushions, Two t-shirts, Two Dynamic Drains of Texas Mike Hopkins Distributing Purse Bingo Tickets Essential Values in our youth. Brenham GameChangers Ten Car Washes Jeff Van Hoof Print The Value of the Month for September: – T-N-T Car Wash Melinda Paret Two Reserved Seats for Cubs Felder’s Buy-N-Bye Home Football Games Portrait from the Brenham ISD Three 60-Minute Full-Body Seward Plantation Massages Melinda Paret Two Sideline Passes Heart & Hand Bodywork for Cubs Home Southwest Ceramic Pitcher Football Games 60-Minute Massage and Candle Stick Brenham ISD with Foot Scrub Melinda Paret Here or There Massage Two Deluxe Santa Packages Two Handmade Brenham Portrait Gallery 90-Minute Massage Ice Cream Scoops with Foot Scrub and Blue Bell Brenham Cubs Here or There Massage Gift Certificates Welcome Sign Miracle Farm Brenham State Supported Appetizer Service Set, Dip Living Center Volunteer Mix, Football Towel Services Council Hermann Furniture Tailgate continued on page 8 September 2019 | Chamber Works | Page 5 Communication and Team Building September marked the first session for the Leadership Wash- ington County class of 2020. Un- derstanding and implementing different leadership and commu- nication styles was the focus of the session. Kurt Podeszwa from Camp For All led the day-long workshop at their amazing facili- ty near Burton. The session was full of activ- ities to focus on team-building skills and communication. The class was led through several ex- ercises which helped each partic- ipant recognize their strengths and weaknesses in order to focus The class learned several different “handshakes” with dif- on growth. Throughout the day ferent participants. class members were remind- ed that leadership is proactive and effective leaders sometimes emerge due to their placement within an organization, not nec- essarily due to their position. Camp Director Kurt Podeszwa shared the mission and histo- Teamwork was the key to this exercise! ry behind Camp For All, which hosts over more than 7,000 camp- ers annually, and also described the many volunteer opportuni- ties that exist there. The day con- cluded with a walking tour of the camp grounds. A world unto it- self, Camp For All was designed with a “can do” attitude. At Camp For All, children and adults with special needs and challenging illnesses have the opportunity to experience horseback riding, Kurt Podeszwa welcomes the group for Camp For All and canoeing, fishing, archery, wa- ter activities, team sports, arts gets them started on the first activity of the day. and crafts, nature programs, and much more at their own level. Mandy Wright of CASA for Kids said she was “Highly impressed with Camp for All - to bring in the partnership to reach children of every ‘walk’ of life is a genius business model. CASA will for sure be reaching out to partner with them in the near future.” Leadership Washington Coun- ty is a program of the Washing- ton County Chamber aimed at ed- ucating and motivating current and future leaders. In the next session on October 2, the partici- pants will experience the history The class tries to make their way out of a maze while Who is more nervous during the trust fall exercise? The within Washington County. blindfolded. one falling, catching or lying below?
Promote Your Business as a Breakfast Sponsor “Wake Up, Washington County!” portunity to inform others about your admission to attend. Two sponsors This event is a great way to pro- tion and additional time to talk about These networking events are held products and services. You will also are sought for each event and it pro- mote your business. Your business your business at the breakfast event. quarterly at various locations. You will hear updates from the Chamber about vides a huge amount of exposure and name will be included on the invita- Contact Jane Hinze at the Cham- meet other members and learn about what is going on in the community. publicity. There is a site sponsorship tions that all Chamber members re- ber for more info: jane@brenhamtex- their businesses as well as have the op- For Chamber members, there is no and a food sponsorship, both $200. ceive, and you will be given recogni- as.com or 979-836-3695. Page 6 | Chamber Works | September 2019 Members of the Month of July The Chamber began highlighting one of its Mem- Lifetime Learning ring in the holidays with the funny, nostalgic, and bers each week in the Member eBlasts and on Social Brenham, TX popular favorite, A Christmas Story. Just in time for Media. Below are the Members who were selected in 979-353-1089 Valentine’s Day we’ll bring you the romantic musical, August. LifetimeLearningBrenham.org Daddy Long Legs, and then round it all out with the hi- Ant Street Inn larious southern comedy, The Dixie Swim Club. And 107 W. Commerce St., Downtown Brenham How long have you been in business? those are just the mainstage offerings! In our intimate 979-836-7393 — Lifetime Learning was created in 2002. This is studio series, we’ll present an Armenian refugee sto- AntStreetInn.com the 11th year for the Washington County READ. ry, Beast on the Moon, followed by Mark Twain’s The What services do you offer? Diaries of Adam and Eve, a light-hearted and moving How long have you been in business? — We bring in speakers for luncheon lectures. We look at the first battle of the sexes! — The inn will be in business 24 years in Septem- sponsor at least one workshop a year. We provide a What do you love about Washington County? ber! scholarship to a graduating high school senior. The — Everything! It is quite remarkable that the won- What services do you offer? READ is a Community-wide reading event, which will derful people of Washington County have built and sus- — We are a full service boutique hotel with a bed culminate this year at our reception with the author tained a professional theatre in beautiful downtown. and breakfast feel. We also host weddings, receptions and dramatic reading at Unity Theatre on October 25. The generous support we receive from our loyal patrons, and other celebrations up to 250 guests in our ball- Tell us something unique about your business. volunteers, local businesses and the City of Brenham, room and back garden area. In addition, we provide — The READ is unique to our community. We se- are the reason we are lucky enough to be celebrating 25 business meeting services including meeting space, lect a book and encourage people to read it. We also years of bringing the arts to this great community. food and beverage options and group activities. do book reviews and other events to help people see Tell us something unique about your business. and understand the book. This year’s book is a true Small Business Development Center — Our building was built in 1899 as a retail space story, “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind” by William at Blinn College downstairs and offices/warehouses upstairs. In 1990 Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer. 108 Blinn Blvd renovations began to make the building Ant Street What do you love about Washington County? Brenham, TX Inn, opening in the fall of 1995. We have one of the most — We love the support and enthusiasm that we get 979-830-4137 unique collections of antiques and artwork in Texas. throughout our community! For example, in addition Blinn.edu/sbdc What do you love about Washington County? to our “big event” at Unity Theatre on Oct. 25, this Facebook.com/SBDCBlinnCollege — We love how there are so many amazing things book has been produced as a documentary by Netflix to do and see that most people don’t expect in an area and we are offering a free showing of the film at the How long have you been in business? with our population! From the Blue Bell Aquatic Cen- Simon Theatre at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 22. The — The Blinn College SBDC has been serving small busi- ter to Unity Theatre; Four Texas wineries, one craft co-author, Bryan Mealer, will also be at one of our nesses in Washington County for over 25 years. Blinn is beer brewery; the Cotton Gin Museum to the Chappell Brenham ISD campuses when he is here for the READ. the host for the Texas Gulf Coast SBDC Network, to help Hill History Museum; up and coming live music and Two upcoming luncheons are “Swabbed and Found: create positive economic impact in this area. art scene and some of the most friendly people we have An Adopted Man’s Journey” featuring Frank Billingsly. What services do you offer? met in a long time! It will be held on Saturday, Oct. 5. On Jan. 17, 2020, Ron — The SBDC offers both workshops and one-on-one Rozelle will present “The Last Days of Sam Houston”. business advising. Some of the areas of assistance The Errand Lady More information and reservations are available at we offer include: Brenham, TX www.lifetimelearningbrenham.org. • Start-Up Issues 979-277-5725 • Financial Analysis BrenhamErrandLady.com Unity Theatre • Loan Proposals 300 Church St., • Business Research How long have you been in business? Brenham, TX • Marketing Plans — The Errand Lady has been in business since Jan- Box Office 979-830-8358 • Cash Flow and Budgeting uary 2016. Administrative 979-830-1460 • Business Valuations What services do you offer? UnityBrenham.org Tell us something unique about your business. — We are available for many services: — The one-on-one business advising is free and con- - Shopping/errand running (pick up prescriptions/ How long have you been in business? fidential. Third party research has indicated that dry cleaning, etc.) — The upcoming 2019-2020 Season will be our 25th businesses that work with the SBDC have increased - Houston, Austin, College Station airport transpor- Anniversary! The theatre was co-founded by sisters profits over those businesses that do not. tation Teresa Beckers and Gretchen Jones in 1995. We start- What do you love about Washington County? - Transportation to Medical appointments (local, ed out in the former Brenham National Bank lobby on — Washington County has a great mix of small Houston, Bryan/College Station) the square, and in 2001 moved to our current location businesses; older multi-generational businesses along - Special Event assistance at 300 Church Street. The 23,000 square foot renovat- with new motivated entrepreneurs. The SBDC is a - Designated Driver transportation ed warehouse originated as Brenham Wholesale Gro- great source for ALL businesses and we encourage - Pet care/Pet sitting cery and was built in 1906. business owners and prospective business owners to - Personal assistance What services do you offer? discuss their issues with us. - Wine tour transportation — Unity Theatre produces four Main Stage plays, - Much more…. If not shown, call for more informa- two Studio Plays, a Summer Musical for children, tion year-round Arts Education programming and many Tell us something unique about your business. other special events. Professional artists from across Working for YOU. — We truly love and appreciate each of our clients. the region delight audiences with musical magic, in- As a Chamber member, your promotional information They are instrumental in defining our services. triguing stories, contemporary and classical come- is seen by thousands of people every month. Over the years, we’ve added more services due to dy. Our charming, historical facility in the Brenham specific requests. We strive to provide convenience, Downtown Historic District is in walking distance WALK-INS as well as a personal connection to each and every of great restaurants, shops, lodging and area attrac- Chamber of Commerce client. tions. Come join us and experience the laughter, the Aug. 2019 — 794 What do you love about Washington County? drama and excitement of live theatre! — I was born and raised in Washington County. Af- Tell us something unique about your business. WEBSITE ter my 20 years in the Army, I couldn’t wait to come — Ummm……we are a theatre, so EVERYTHING www.BrenhamTexas.com back to this area. There are so many great people in about us is unique! This season’s line-up has some- Unique Visitors Total Pages this area and it’s a pleasure to be able to provide a thing for everyone. We’ll start our main stage season Aug. 2019 — 7,704 Aug. 2019 — 18,286 needed service in this community. with the beloved classic, To Kill a Mockingbird, then September 2019 | Chamber Works | Page 7 What’s Happening in September Thru October Sept. 14 Sept. 18 18 and under, $10 Blinn employees and Flying Horses Antique Carousel Free Winedale Tours Community Health Screening students. Advance reservations (www. Ride a piece of history at Fireman’s Park, The second Saturday in Sept. tember To be held at Brenham Country Club. starmuseum.org). $1 per rider. Saturdays 11am–4pm and through December from 12-3pm. Free Screening packages start at $139, single Sundays 1-4pm, 901 N. Park St., Brenham. tours, demonstrations, hands-on activi- tests cost approx. $70. For discounts and Sept. 21 ties, and refreshments at one of historical to schedule appointments call 1-800-690- Shakespeare at Winedale Thru Sept. 30 structures on Winedale’s campus, 3738 0323. Registration is required. 9am-4pm, Actors from the London Stage perform “The People Who FM 2714, Round Top. Brenham Country Club, 4107 TX-105, Twelfth Night, 7-9pm, 3738 FM 2714, Made Our Town” Exhibit Brenham. Round Top A display of the products, people, trans- Sept. 14 portation, and daily life, Chappell Hill His- Brazos Valley Roller Derby Sept. 19 Sept. 23 torical Museum, 9220 Poplar St., Chappell at Silver Wings Ballroom Chappell Hill Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting - Hill, Wednesday – Saturday 10am-4pm, Hipsters vs. Hippie Mash-Up, family enter- Business After Hours 12 Armadillos Sunday 1-4pm (ChappellHillMuseum.org). tainment for all ages, 6-9pm, Silver Wings Meet and greet and share business cards Join in a Ribbon Cutting for 12 Armadillos, Ballroom, 4100 Hwy. 105, Brenham (Bra- with other members, Bluebonnet House a luxury vacation rental, 3321 Tiger Point Sept. 13-21 zosValleyRollerDerby.com). & Garden Center, 5095 Main St., Down- Rd., Brenham, 10am. Washington County Fair town Chappell Hill, 5-7pm. Celebrating the 151st County Fair – the old- Sept. 15 Sept. 24 est in Texas! Entertainment, carnival, crafts, Brenham Pride Potluck Picnic Sept. 19 Lunch & Learn - food, livestock and poultry auctions, com- Brenham Pride Potluck Picnic - Hosted Friends of Bluebonnet Opry Cybersecurity for Small Businesses mercial exhibits and attractions. Activities by PFLAG Brenham, Home Sweet Farm Lisa Layne Tribute to Patsy Cline and the Presented by John Romero of TAMU Cy- and entrance fees vary by day – view the Lounge, 307 S. Park St., 4-7pm (Facebook. Bluebonnet Opry House Band, doors bersecurity Center, 11:45am-1pm, Blinn schedule www.WashingtonCoFair.com com/pflagbrenham). open at 5:30pm, food served at 6pm, College Student Center Conference Room, show starts at 7:30pm, $7 admission. $15 includes lunch, register online at Bren- Sept. 13-15, 20-22 Sept. 16, 23, 30 hamTexas.com or call 979-836-3695. Mario Ramos Graphic Art Exhibit Open Mic Mondays Sept. 21 Houston artist, Mario Ramos. Artist in gal- Open Mic Mondays, every Monday at 4 Star Airing of the Quilts Sept. 25 lery most Saturdays, Back Lot Gallery, 308 SideBar. Sign-ups start at 4pm, open mic 6pm, An indoor/outdoor display of quilts in and Brenham Area Real Estate Investors S. Park St. (BackLotGallery.com). happy hour 4-7pm (4starbrenham.com). around Chappell Hill including Providence and Landlords Meeting Baptist Church, Carol’s Quilt Shop, Texas Helping new and experienced inves- Sept. 13-15, 19-22, 26-29 Sept. 16 Artisan Gallery, Main Street Antiques/Cot- tors in real estate investing, landlording Live Music at Home Sweet Farm Coffee & Conversation with CASA ton, Pickin’s, Bluebonnet House, Masonic and networking, vendors welcome, at In the biergarten enjoy live music, craft Learn about CASA and all volunteer op- Lodge, Texas Star Winery, Chappell Hill Citizens State Bank, 2007 St. Day St., beer, wine and fun outdoors, 307 S. Park portunities, CASA office, 1500 S. Day St., Lavender Farm and more. The Chappell Brenham, 11:30am-1pm (512-468-3235, St., Downtown Brenham (HomeSweet Brenham (WeSpeak4Kids.org). Hill Historial Museum will have a special [email protected]). Farm.com). exhibit of a private collection of quilts Sept. 17 from the Gees Bend community in Ala- Sept. 26 Sept. 13-14, 20-21, 27-28 Lunch and Learn bama. Event held 10am-3pm. For more CASA Book Club Live Music at The Kenney Store Bring your lunch and learn about local information contact 832-640-2923. How to Grow an Addict by J.A. Wright, Varying artists. Grill opens at 3pm history the 3rd Tuesday of the month discussion 10am-noon, CASA office, 1500 weekdays, noon on weekends, music through December. These programs are Sept. 21 S. Day St., Brenham (WeSpeak4Kids.org). starts around 8:30pm, 811 S. Loop 497 free. Meadows Large Classroom at Wi- Living History Saturday (TheKenneyStore.com). nedale, 3760 FM 2714, Round Top, 12- Family activities including quill pen writ- Sept. 26 1pm ([email protected], ing, signing a copy of the Texas Declara- Central Texas Beekeepers Sept. 14 979-278-3530). tion of Independence, visiting with militia Association meeting Color To Dye For soldiers and playing early Texas games In the VIP Building at Washington Coun- Discover how the Jones family and those Sept. 17 (936-878-2214, ext. 228, WhereTexas- ty Fairgrounds, Brenham. Advisory Coun- enslaved at Barrington could easily refresh CASA Cafe’: Drug Abuse Cycle BecameTexas.org). cil 4:30pm, Apprentice Youth Program their faded clothing using dyes made with & The Impact It Has on Families 5:30pm, Pot Luck Meal 6:30pm, presenta- natural items from near and far. Demon- Brazos Valley Council on Alcohol & Abuse Sept. 21 tion 7:30pm (www.centraltexasbeekeep- strations ongoing throughout the day, are presenting on the drug abuse cycle Runaway Scrape Escape Room ers.org). 10am-4pm, Washington-on-the-Brazos, and the impact it has on families, CASA Blinn College’s Star of the Republic Mu- 23400 Park Rd. 12, Washington (Where- office, 1500 S. Day St., Brenham, 5:30- seum invites you a Texas-themed escape TexasBecameTexas.org). 7:30pm (WeSpeak4Kids.org). room, admission $15 adults, $13 students Calendar continued on page 8 Washington County Blue Blazers The Blue Blazers is a club with 15-20 members and more than 40 years of tradition. They support the mission of the Washington County Chamber. The volunteers in the club act as official greeters and hosts of our community. Their activities include monthly meetings, greeting at Chamber functions, recruiting new Chamber members, and conducting ribbon cuttings and grand openings. Michael Branton Dr. Tina Henderson Kathy Randermann Matt Wellmann Seidel Schroeder Ash and Ash Consulting KTTX 106.1/KWHI 1280 Wellmann Insurance Darlene Denman Tammy Jaster Debra Wenckens Kristie Wensel Brenham ISD City of Brenham-Blue Bell Aquatic Center Whatever Pops Up. Brenham State Supported Living Center Joyce Dickschat Kristie Marth Christy Schlottmann Shelby Wiesepape Brenham National Bank Brenham Iron Works Christy Schlottmann Farmers Agency Bank of Brenham Eddie Harrison Linda Pipes Stephanie Wehring Barbara Wilganowski Retired-Brenham Municipal Judge Retired-School Teacher Boys & Girls Club of Washington County Spherion Staffing Melinda Fay Rachael Powell Randy Weidemann Cruise Planners Kruse Village Van Dyke Rankin & Company Page 8 | Chamber Works | September 2019 Handmade Farmhouse A Pie A Month for One Year Tailgate Popcorn Basket Look Chandelier Smitty’s Café Bakery Billiards and Bar with Gift Certificate Miracle Farm Whatever Pops Up Gourmet Popcorn YETI Load Out Bucket, Lid and One Confidential Gear Set $25 Gift Certificate Comprehensive Portfolio South Texas Tack Woman’s Cave Analysis MitchellClark & Company State Capitol Print A huge round of applause with House Signatures goes to Chamber First Vice One Free Confidential Financial State Representative Ben Leman Chair Jay Schroeder of Texas Planning Consultation Farm Bureau Insurance for Mitchell Clark & Company Wooden Porch Rocker with State Insignia chairing this event and adding Giant Schefflera Plant State Senator Lois Kolkhorst exciting new activities. Kudos Moosefeathers Florist to Coy Fontenot of Kruse Vil- 580 Lenses Costa Sunglasses lage for serving as MC! Matching Snake Print Garrel Tiaden, Optometrist Proceeds from the Tailgate Earrings and Cuff Party go toward Chamber pro- Nana’s Closet The crew from Edward Jones Financial – Brice Milliorn and $20 Gift Card and Game Day Shirt grams and activities and help The Flamingo Ranch Billy Starnes won the Spirit Stick for the “Most Spirited keep membership dues among Backyard BBQ Basket the lowest level in the state. Nathan’s BBQ Table.” Mum Hat The Chamber could not have The Flower Market Luau Party Basket Two One-Dozen Variety Treska Collection hosted such a successful event PLANNORTH Architectural Co. “World Famous” Cookies Drop Necklace with $25 Gift Card without the support of the Rowdy’s Soda Barn Matching Earrings The Kenney Store Chamber Board, the Blue Blaz- Jute Tailgate Tote, Scrubs N Stuff Boutique ers, and all the sponsors listed Game Day Shirt, $50 Gift Certificate One Individual Season Subscription in this article. Please join us in Mosquito Repellant, Wine Royer’s Café Round Top Two $50 Gift Certificates Unity Theatre thanking them for their com- Sealand Pooltex American munity spirit by patronizing Spyderco Byrd Hang Two Certificates for Concealed Engraved Pocketknife A Flight of Chardonnay their businesses. Case of Wasp Spray Handgun License Class for One Plans are already in place QuestSpecialty Corporation Scot Sommerlatte Originals Tailgate Basket Washington County Shooting Club Seidel Schroeder for next year’s event with sev- Two Tickets to Sterling Silver Hand Engraved For the Love of eral new twists and surprises. Butchers’ Ball Necklace Pendant Two $100 Gift Certificates Texas Coffee Table Book Watch for details in the coming Rockin’ Star Ranch Scot Sommerlatte Originals Select Furnishings Washington-on-the-Brazos months! Calendar Continued from page 7
Sept. 26 – Oct 13 Sept. 28 Sept. 29 Unity Theatre presents “To Kill A Mockingbird” Adoption Event at Puppy Dawgs & Cat Tails Chinking & Daubing The play explores prejudice, compassion and the strength City of Brenham Animal Services Adoption Event at Puppy Roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty with as you of those who fight injustice and have the courage to do Dogs & Cat Tails, 321 S. Baylor St., Downtown Brenham. mix the clay daub and put it up on the walls of the cabin, what is right (UnityBrenham.org). 10am-4pm, Washington-on-the-Brazos, 23400 Park Rd. Sept. 28 12, Washington (WhereTexasBecameTexas.org). Sept. 27 – Oct 4 Adoption Event at Bark in the Park LaBahia Antiques Show at Washington on the Brazos Sept. 30-Oct 5 Dealers from across the country will provide, antiques, City of Brenham Animal Services Adoption Event Bark in Fall Antique Week collectibles, vintage, and re-purposed items in the histor- the Park at Washington on the Brazos, 23400 Park Rd. Dealers from around the country come to sell their wares ic 1879 LaBahia Hall (LaBahiaAntiques.com). 12, Washington (979-337-7351). during the Fall Antique Week throughout Round Top and surrounding communities (RoundTop.com). Sept. 27 Sept. 28 Baylor Scott & White HealthCare Golf Classic Walk With A Doc Benefitting Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Breham Join Baylor Scott & White and the City of Brenham for Walk October Highlights ED Project, Brenham Country Club. Contact Nancy Joiner with a Doc (WWAD) to take a step towards better health, Oct 3 at 979-337-5247 or email [email protected]. 9am, the Kruse Center – Blinn College. Topic: Eye Health. Camp For All Gala - Hats & Horses Events are free and all are welcome (walkwithadoc.org). Honoring Cathleen & Bob Davis. There are limited tables Sept. 28 left to purchase. Dance to follow the auction. Your sup- KIDFISH Sept. 28 port of the Gala will ensure that campers with challeng- Schedule of Events, 8:30-9am School & Rules; 9-11am The Comedy & Magic of Harry Maurer ing illnesses and special needs continue to have joyful Catch & Release; 11am-12pm Catch & Keep; 12:15pm Fish Atlantic City Entertainer of the Year nominee, fami- and life-changing experiences in safe, supportive environ- Awards, Blue Bell Aquatic Center (979-337-7250). ly-friendly comedy and magic show. Pre-show “Up- ment. ([email protected]). close” Magic demonstration for limited number of guest (TheBarnhillCenter.com). Oct 4 First Fridays Farmer & Artisan Market Featuring fresh foods, homemade products and more in Downtown Brenham on the courthouse square, 3-7pm (www.downtownbrenham.com).
Oct 5-6, 12-13 Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail - Wine & Sausage Trail Wineries along the Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail will cel- ebrate Texas Wine Month with the Wine and Sausage Trail. Your ticket is valid for one visit to each winery over the four trail dates (TexasBluebonnetWineTrail.com).