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are encouraged to dress professionally and bring resumes to the event. McKenna Events Center, 801 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free. 866 927 0905. www.facebook.comnewbraunfelsedc/events 04 COMPETE IN A CHILI COOKOFF Texas Ski Ranch in New Braunfels will be hosting its second annual Ring of Fire Chili Cook-O during the annual Freezeride wakeboard competition. Those participating can make chili and bloody marys to be judged as rst through third place or people’s choice. Ax throwing, wakeboarding, a full bar and more activities will also take place. 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost is to be announced. 6700 I 35, New Braunfels. 830 627 2843. www.texasskiranch.com 05 PREPARE FOR YOUR WEDDING The 2023 Hill Country Wedding Show will be hosted by the Hill Country Wedding Specialist at the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center and feature over 120 wedding vendors, food, a bridal fashion show, entertainment and more. Those attending have a chance to win prizes and be a “V.I.B,” or “Very Important Bride.” A lounge, games and prizes will also be available for grooms in attendance. 1 5 p.m. $5 (admission). 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels. www.hillcountryweddingshow.com 11 LISTEN TO A COUNTRY ARTIST Country artist Collin Raye will be performing in New Braunfels on the The Brauntex Theatre stage. Featuring guest singer-songwriter Bret Graham; Collin Raye; and his trio of piano, ddle/mandolin and bass will serenade the audience. Collin Raye has 24 top 10 records and 16 No. 1 hits, according to the Brauntex Theatre. 7:30 p.m. $54-$83 (tickets vary based on seating). 290 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels. 830 627 0808. www.brauntex.org 11 LOOK AT MODEL AIRPLANES ModelFiesta, Texas’ International Model Contest for replica airplanes, ships, cars and more, will be held at the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center. The event is one of the largest local scale model contests in the United States and attracts competitors and vendors from across the U.S. and Mexico. The contest averages over 120 vendor tables and has over 500 models entered into the contest each year. Rae tickets are available for $5 for the chance to win model kits, paint sets, tools and books. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 (admission). 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels. www.model esta.com 17 THROUGH 18 DANCE WITH YOUR DAUGHTER The 18th annual Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Dance: To the Moon and Back! will take place at the McKenna Events Center in New Braunfels. Tickets include admission to the ballroom, dancing, refreshments and a keepsake for the daughters attending. Carriage rides are available for an additional charge. Tickets to the event must be purchased in advance. 7 p.m. (Feb. 17 18), 4 p.m. (Feb. 18). $30 (admission), $40 (admission and carriage ride). 801 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels. 830 221 4370. www.nbtexas.org
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RETROMANIA COMIC CON NEW BRAUNFELS CIVIC CONVENTION CENTER
The Heritage Event Co. is hosting the RetroMania comic con at the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center. The comic con is a family-friendly event that gives people a chance to explore comic books, video games, VHS, records, apparel, original art and a large array of toy selections. Vendors will also be selling products and collectibles from classics such as Godzilla, King Kong, Pokemon and Power Rangers. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. for early VIP access and 10 a.m.-5 p.m. for general admission. Free (children age 10 and under with adult ticket purchase), $10-$12 (general admission), $25-$35 (VIP tickets). 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels. 830-221-4011. www.heritageeventcompany.com
Mike Ryan will perform at Gruene Hall.
JANUARY 15 SOLVE A MURDER MYSTERY The Sylver Spoon Dinner Theater will host a Vintage Murder at the Winery event, which features a three-course meal and a murder mystery party. The mystery will begin at cocktail hour and be revealed during dessert. 5 p.m. $55. 6700 N. I 35, New Braunfels. www.sylverspoon.com 18 GET MOTIVATED Tarpon Blue Real Estate and Insurance is hosting a Better Than Yesterday motivational workshop with guest speaker Clint Rutledge at the New Braunfels convention center. The workshop will show those attending how to apply four principles to improve their daily lives. A daily planner to keep track of goals will also be provided to those who participate. 9 a.m.-noon. $25. 375 S. Castell Ave., New Braunfels. 830 401 4123. www.tarponbluerealestatetx.com 21 EXPERIENCE SINATRA The Brauntex Theatre will showcase Dave Halston, a tribute artist from Las Vegas who performs “The Sinatra Experience.” Frank Sinatra’s most popular songs will be performed in the authentic show featuring original music arrangements. 7:30 p.m. $62-$75 (tickets vary based on seating). 290 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels. 830 627 0808. www.brauntex.org 21 LEARN TO SHOOT A BOW AND ARROW The Fisher Park Nature Education Center is teaching an Archery 101 class for those interested in safely learning how to shoot a bow and arrow. A certi ed instructor will show the beginner-level class the basic techniques of
target archery and handling a compound bow. Children must be accompanied by an adult, and preregistration is required. 1 2:30 p.m. $10. 1946 Monarch Way, New Braunfels. 830- 221 4378. www.nbtexas.org 29 RUN A HALF MARATHON The Das Dreizehn.Eins half- marathon race through New Braunfels will take place for the rst time this January. Beginning in Prince Solms Park, the course will take runners around the gazebo downtown before venturing through Landa Park and crossing over the Guadalupe River into the historic Gruene District, eventually returning to Prince Solms Park to cross the nish line. A celebration will take place following the race featuring food and music. The half-marathon is partnering with the charity Pink Warrior Advocates, a nonpro t that provides support to those who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. 7 11:30 a.m. $75-$95 (depending on when tickets are purchased). Prince Solms Park, 100 Liebscher Drive, New Braunfels. www.athleteguild.com/running/new- braunfels-tx/2023-das-dreizehneins-131 FEBRUARY 02 FIND A JOB The New Braunfels Economic Development Corp. and the Seguin Economic Development Corp. are hosting an in-person job fair featuring positions in various industries from companies based in Cibolo, New Braunfels, Schertz and Seguin. Hiring representatives from participating companies, including Republic Plastics, Seguin ISD, Tyson Foods, Central States Manufacturing and more, will be on-site to discuss job opportunities. Those attending
LIVE MUSIC GRUENE DANCE HALL 1281 Gruene Road, New Braunfels 830-606-1281 www.gruenehall.com JANUARY 21 Josh Ward, 9 p.m. 28 Mike Ryan, 9 p.m FEBRUARY 04 Austin Meade, 9 p.m. 11 Jon Wolfe, 9 p.m. 17, 18 LeAnn Rimes: the story... so far tour, 8 p.m., 9 p.m. BRAUNTEX PERFORMING ARTS THEATRE 290 W. San Antonio St., New Braunfels 830-627-0808 www.brauntex.org JANUARY 19 Ambrosia, 7:30 p.m. 27 Karla Bono , 7:30 p.m. 28 William Lee Martin, “The Cowboy,” 8 p.m FEBRUARY 02 Rodney Crowell: Word for Word Tour, 7:30 p.m. 03 Sean McConnell, 7:30 p.m 09 Live From Downtown: Yesenia McNett, “Tribute to Carole King,” 7:30 p.m. 10 Basile, “The Greek,” 8 p.m. 16 Judy Collins, 7:30 p.m.
Find more or submit New Braunfels events at communityimpact.com/event-calendar. Event organizers can submit local events online to be considered for the print edition. Submitting details for consideration does not guarantee publication.
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