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Calendar: Educational

Runaway Scrape Escape

 Saturday, May 13th, 2023 :: 11:00am - 3:00pm
 Star of the Republic Museum
 Event Details

After his victory at the Alamo, Santa Anna and his army are on their way, you must quickly decide what to take on your journey and make your way to safety with the help of your friends and family. This is the Runaway Scrape Escape, the newest program at the Star of the Republic Museum. Guests, ages 10 and up, must use teamwork and problem-solving skills to decipher puzzles and riddles to get out of the room within the 45-minute time limit. This is a perfect activity for families, groups of friends, and Texas History buffs! Minimum of 4, maximum of 10. The event is included with your paid admission but reservations are suggested; contact Jordan Lucier at 936-878-2461 x 236 or jordan.lucier@thc.texas.gov

Runaway Scrape Escape

 Saturday, May 13th, 2023 :: 11:00am - 3:00pm
 Star of the Republic Museum
 Event Details

After his victory at the Alamo, Santa Anna and his army are on their way, you must quickly decide what to take on your journey and make your way to safety with the help of your friends and family. This is the Runaway Scrape Escape, the newest program at the Star of the Republic Museum. Guests, ages 10 and up, must use teamwork and problem-solving skills to decipher puzzles and riddles to get out of the room within the 45-minute time limit. This is a perfect activity for families, groups of friends, and Texas History buffs! Minimum of 4, maximum of 10. The event is included with your paid admission but reservations are suggested; contact Jordan Lucier at 936-878-2461 x 236 or jordan.lucier@thc.texas.gov

Growing & Caring for your Lavender Plant

 Saturday, April 22nd, 2023 :: 10:00am - 12:00pm
 Chappell Hill Lavender Farm
 Event Details

Have you been unsuccessful in growing lavender? We’re here to help! Join us for an informative presentation on growing lavender, uses for lavender and it’s benefits. Fee for class includes history of lavender, presentation, growing and care handouts and a lavender plant. Question and answer time following the presentation. Presented by Debbie McDowell, owner of
Chappell Hill Lavender Farm. Fee for Class $15/PP. Call 979-251-8114 or email info@chappellhilllavender.com to register.

Paint & Pint Night at Brazos Valley Brewing Co.

 Wednesday, April 12th, 2023 :: 6:00pm - 8:00pm
 Brazos Valley Brewing Company
 Event Details

Grab your bestie and come join us for a Paint & Pint Night on April 12th from 6-8pm. **SPECIAL RATE: $50 INCLUDES CANVAS & 2 DRINKS**
Reserve your spot now at www.AcrylicsAnonymous.net/book-online. See you there!

Love of Literature

 Saturday, April 8th, 2023 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Plantation State Historic Site
 Event Details

Dr. Jones was an enthusiastic reader who enjoyed books and poetry. His library contained more than 1,000 books in 1858. Learn about his favorite authors and opinions of their work. Contact Barb King at barbara.king@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Runaway Scrape Escape

 Saturday, April 8th, 2023 :: 11:00am - 3:00pm
 Star of the Republic Museum
 Event Details

After his victory at the Alamo, Santa Anna and his army are on their way, you must quickly decide what to take on your journey and make your way to safety with the help of your friends and family. This is the Runaway Scrape Escape, the newest program at the Star of the Republic Museum. Guests, ages 10 and up, must use teamwork and problem-solving skills to decipher puzzles and riddles to get out of the room within the 45-minute time limit. This is a perfect activity for families, groups of friends, and Texas History buffs! Minimum of 4, maximum of 10. The event is included with your paid admission but reservations are suggested; contact Jordan Lucier at 936-878-2461 x 236 or jordan.lucier@thc.texas.gov

Runaway Scrape Escape

 Saturday, April 8th, 2023 :: 11:00am - 3:00pm
 Star of the Republic Museum
 Event Details

After his victory at the Alamo, Santa Anna and his army are on their way, you must quickly decide what to take on your journey and make your way to safety with the help of your friends and family. This is the Runaway Scrape Escape, the newest program at the Star of the Republic Museum. Guests, ages 10 and up, must use teamwork and problem-solving skills to decipher puzzles and riddles to get out of the room within the 45-minute time limit. This is a perfect activity for families, groups of friends, and Texas History buffs! Minimum of 4, maximum of 10. The event is included with your paid admission but reservations are suggested; contact Jordan Lucier at 936-878-2461 x 236 or jordan.lucier@thc.texas.gov

Love of Literature

 Sunday, April 9th, 2023 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Plantation State Historic Site
 Event Details

Dr. Jones was an enthusiastic reader who enjoyed books and poetry. His library contained more than 1,000 books in 1858. Learn about his favorite authors and opinions of their work. Contact Barb King at barbara.king@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Cooking in the Quarter

 Sunday, April 2nd, 2023 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Plantation State Historic Site
 Event Details

Enslaved men and women, such as Jerry, Mary, Willis, and Jake, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Cooking a hot meal after a hard day of work was a daily routine and typically included their ration of cured pork and cornmeal supplemented with seasonal vegetables from their garden. Come join us as we demonstrate cooking a traditional meal in the style of enslaved foodways using period ingredients and methods! Contact Ben Baumgartner at ben.baumgartner@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Cooking in the Quarter

 Saturday, April 1st, 2023 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Plantation State Historic Site
 Event Details

Enslaved men and women, such as Jerry, Mary, Willis, and Jake, were an integral part of the full story of Barrington. Cooking a hot meal after a hard day of work was a daily routine and typically included their ration of cured pork and cornmeal supplemented with seasonal vegetables from their garden. Come join us as we demonstrate cooking a traditional meal in the style of enslaved foodways using period ingredients and methods! Contact Ben Baumgartner at ben.baumgartner@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Waltz Across Texas Through A Floral Interpretation of Yesteryear

 Thursday, March 30th, 2023 :: 10:00am - 3:00pm
 Giddings Stone Mansion

Flower Show presented by the Bluebonnet Garden Club on Wednesday, March 29th and Thursday, March 30th!

Tickets are $15

Spring Tonics

 Sunday, March 26th, 2023 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Plantation State Historic Site
 Event Details

Spring has sprung- and there is so much to do! Who has time to be sick? Many families had their own special recipes for a Spring Tonic to boost their immune systems for a jump on their spring chores. Learn how families concocted these remedies from their own herbs and other items in their garden and house. Contact Barb King at barbara.king@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Waltz Across Texas Through A Floral Interpretation of Yesteryear

 Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 :: 1:00pm - 5:00pm
 Giddings Stone Mansion

Flower Show presented by the Bluebonnet Garden Club on Wednesday, March 29th and Thursday, March 30th!

Tickets are $15

Peach & Fig Tree Presentation

 Saturday, March 25th, 2023 :: 10:00am - 12:00pm
 Chappell Hill Lavender Farm
 Event Details

Learn everything you need to know about growing, propagating and caring for your peach and fig trees. FREE class, will have limited seating. Call now to hold your seat – 979.251.8114.

Spring Tonics

 Saturday, March 25th, 2023 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Plantation State Historic Site
 Event Details

Spring has sprung- and there is so much to do! Who has time to be sick? Many families had their own special recipes for a Spring Tonic to boost their immune systems for a jump on their spring chores. Learn how families concocted these remedies from their own herbs and other items in their garden and house. Contact Barb King at barbara.king@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Brenham Fire Museum

 Saturday, March 25th, 2023 :: 11:00am - 2:00pm
 Brenham Fire Museum
 Event Details

The historic Brenham Fire Museum will be open from 11-2 on Saturdays! Come see the Silsby, the Invader and Samanthe!

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