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Bird Nest ID and Nest Box Tips – Informative Lunch Workshop

 Wednesday, August 5th, 2026 :: 11:30am - 1:00pm
 Brenham Heritage Museum
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Join the Brenham Heritage Museum and the Texas Master Naturalist Gideon Lincecum Chapter for “Bird Nest ID and Nest Box Tips,” an informative lunch workshop presented by Texas Master Naturalist Ken English. Drawing on more than 20 years of bird observation and nest box management, Ken will explore the nesting habits of birds commonly found in Washington County, discuss effective nest box management, and share practical construction tips and lessons learned from providing supplemental shelter for songbirds.

The workshop will be held on Wednesday, August 5, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Tegeler Bus Depot Gallery, 313 E. Alamo St., Brenham. Admission is $15 per person and includes lunch. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!

Hard Work & Hydration

 Sunday, August 2nd, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm
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Summer marks the busiest time for field crop work – as well as the highest temperatures! Join us in the fields for hands-on opportunities working with the crops, then cool off at the house and try a sample of “switchel” — a historic thirst-quenching drink similar in purpose to sports drinks today. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

First of August Celebration

 Saturday, August 1st, 2026 :: 5:30pm - 11:00pm
 12419 East Branch St, Burton, TX 77835
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Food, fun, live music and more all to celebrate the historic Long Life Brotherhood lodge building and its history! Come out Saturday, August 1st to Matson Park. Activities include a domino tournament, bounce houses, school supply giveaway, food/drink, music by DJ King Pete and special guests Step Rideau and the Zydeco Outlaws. Gates open at 3pm, show starts at 5pm. Pre-sale $15 tickets available at the Texas Cotton Gin Museum, at the gate for $20, kids 17 an under free. For more info contact Chris Evans at 832-692-7057 or email longlife1940@gmail.com. More event info at https://www.facebook, com/events/1526346909066149.

Hard Work & Hydration

 Saturday, August 1st, 2026 :: 10:00am - 4:00pm
 Barrington Living History Farm
 Event Details

Summer marks the busiest time for field crop work – as well as the highest temperatures! Join us in the fields for hands-on opportunities working with the crops, then cool off at the house and try a sample of “switchel” — a historic thirst-quenching drink similar in purpose to sports drinks today. Contact us at Barrington-Plantation@thc.texas.gov or 936-878-2214 x248 for more information.

Fiber Friday

 Friday, July 31st, 2026 :: 12:00am - 12:00am
 Texas Cotton Gin Museum

Come learn the basics of spinning and weaving fibers by local spinners! Great for all ages! No past experience required; come with lots of questions and gain a lot of insight!

The Texas Rangers Ride Into the 20th Century – Guest Lecture Featuring Dr. Paul Spellman

 Thursday, July 30th, 2026 :: 5:30pm - 7:00pm
 Brenham Heritage Museum
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Dr. Paul Spellman returns to the Brenham Heritage Museum on Thursday, July 30, 2026, to present a guest lecture entitled: The Texas Rangers Ride Into the 20th Century. Touching on his two books on Captains John H. Rogers and J.A. Brooks, Dr. Spellman takes the audience on a tour through the history of the Texas Rangers during the late 1800s-early 1900s. Wild-West antics and varied stories abound! This event is $15 for non-members and free for members. To register, simply visit https://www.bhmtexas.org/programs-and-events/upcoming-programs. Refreshments will be provided before the lecture, beginning at 5:30 pm. Copies of Dr. Paul Spellman’s books will be available for sale before and after the lecture.

Find Waldo Scavenger Hunt!

 Wednesday, July 1st, 2026 :: 10:00am - 5:30pm
 The Book Nook
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The hunt for Waldo has begun!!
Come search Downtown Brenham for Waldo (19 participating locations).
Find 10 Waldos and win a poster!
Find 15 or more and you can also enter our prize drawing!
Passports listing the participating locations are available at The Book Nook.
Will you find Waldo??