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The Story of Spindletop: 1901-2026 – Presented by Dr. Paul Spellman, PhD

 Thursday, June 11th, 2026 :: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
 Brenham Heritage Museum

Don’t forget to RSVP for June’s lecture: “The Story of Spindletop: 1901-2026” presented by Dr. Paul Spellman, PhD, based on Dr. Spellman’s book: Spindletop Boom Days.

Spindletop Boom Days captures the dramatic 1901 Texas oil discovery that transformed the U.S. petroleum industry. Through first-person accounts, Paul Spellman tells the story of the people who lived through the boom—roughnecks, oil barons, and everyday workers whose grit and independence defined the era. He explores innovations in drilling, the dangers of oilfield life, and the chaos and excitement of boomtowns like Big Hill, Sour Lake, and Batson, while sharing stories of legendary figures such as Jim Hogg and Joseph Cullinan. More than a history of oil, it is a vivid portrait of life during Southeast Texas’s wild boom days.

This program will be held from 6:00–7:00 p.m.
Members-Only Reception: 5:30 p.m. on the museum’s main floor
Food and refreshments will be provided.

This program is supported by Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities. Any views, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in these programs, do not necessarily represent those of the National Endowment for the Humanities or Humanities Texas.

Over the River and Through the Woods

 Thursday, June 11th, 2026 :: 7:30pm - 9:30pm
 Unity Theatre

Unity Theatre presents Over the River and Through the Woods, a comedy by Joe DiPietro playing on the Main Stage June 11 – 28, 2026.

Every Sunday, Nick crosses the river to New Jersey and has dinner with both sets of his Italian American grandparents. But Nick has dreams, and when he receives the perfect job offer from the west coast, he is determined to take it. But the job would take him away from his family and his grandparents are just as determined keep him close. Thus begins a series of shameless schemes to keep Nick around including inviting to dinner the lovely, and single, Caitlin O’Hare as bait.

Circle Reservations begin May 18
Subscriber Reservations begin May 26
Public Sales begin June 1

Ticket price: $30
Preview, Thursday, June 11: $24

Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; and Sundays at 2:00pm.

Talk Back: Thursday, June 11
Director’s Chat: Saturday, June 20

For tickets and information, visit www.UnityBrenham.org or contact the Box Office at 979-830-8358.

Aaron Stephens at Grapevine on Main

 Friday, June 12th, 2026 :: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
 Grapevine on Main

Born near Chicago, raised on the border in McAllen, and now based just outside Austin, soul singer-songwriter Aaron Stephens is a triple threat: a warm, rich voice reminiscent of Bill Withers and Al Green, blues-infused slide guitar inspired by Derek Trucks, and thoughtful, imaginative songwriting that blends soul, blues, roots, pop, and funk.

Over the River and Through the Woods

 Friday, June 12th, 2026 :: 8:00pm - 10:00pm
 Unity Theatre

Unity Theatre presents Over the River and Through the Woods, a comedy by Joe DiPietro playing on the Main Stage June 11 – 28, 2026.

Every Sunday, Nick crosses the river to New Jersey and has dinner with both sets of his Italian American grandparents. But Nick has dreams, and when he receives the perfect job offer from the west coast, he is determined to take it. But the job would take him away from his family and his grandparents are just as determined keep him close. Thus begins a series of shameless schemes to keep Nick around including inviting to dinner the lovely, and single, Caitlin O’Hare as bait.

Circle Reservations begin May 18
Subscriber Reservations begin May 26
Public Sales begin June 1

Ticket price: $30
Preview, Thursday, June 11: $24

Thursdays at 7:30pm; Fridays & Saturdays at 8:00pm; and Sundays at 2:00pm.

Talk Back: Thursday, June 11
Director’s Chat: Saturday, June 20

For tickets and information, visit www.UnityBrenham.org or contact the Box Office at 979-830-8358.

Cotton Gin Classic in Burton

 Saturday, June 13th, 2026 :: 9:00am - 4:00pm
 Texas Cotton Gin Museum

Eighth annual Cotton Gin Classic is hosted by the Sons of the American Legion for 1999 and older cars and trucks. Registration fee $25. Awards at 2:oo p.m., door prizes, event T-shirts for sale. Proceeds benefit the Sons of the American Legion, Post 242, Burton TX.