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November events
COMPILED BY WENDY STURGES
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MAKE TIME TO PLAY AT KIDS FEST NEW BRAUNFELS CIVIC CENTER
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GET READY FOR HOLIDAY SHOPPING NEW BRAUNFELS CIVIC CENTER
The annual festival returns for its 10th year celebrating kid-focused games, activities and live entertainment. The event features more than 100 exhibitors such as sensory play stations, dancers, theater and resources for parents. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (Nov. 5), 11 a.m.-4 p.m. (Nov. 6). $5 (child), $10 (adults). 375 Castell Road, New Braunfels. www.hillcountryconferences.com/new-braunfels-kids-fest
The Weihnachtsmarkt, a traditional German holiday market, returns to the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center with vendors featuring Christmas ornaments, German collectibles, decorations, gifts, apparel and antiques. Proceeds from the market go to support the Sophienburg Museum & Archives. Times vary by date. $15 (general admission). 375 Castell Ave., New Braunfels www.newbraunfelsweihnachtsmarkt.com
Unique gifts, jewelry, clothing and handmade items will be available at the annual holiday market in San Marcos.
WORTH THE TRIP NOV. 25 THROUGH 27: SHOP FOR THE HOLIDAYS The Texas Market Guide is set to host its annual Angels & Mistletoe Holiday Market at the Embassy Suites in San Marcos. Get all the holiday shopping done with vendors selling clothing, home decor, food, art, candles and more. Santa will be on-site Friday evening. Admission Nov. 26-27 is $1 less with a nonperishable donation for the food bank. 5 p.m. (Nov. 25), 10 a.m. (Nov. 26), 11 a.m. (Nov. 27). $7 (Nov. 25-26), $15 (Nov. 25-27) 1001 E. McCarty Lane, San Marcos 888-225-3427 Eventbrite: Angels & Mistletoe Holiday Market
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at the Comal, 333 E. Klingmann St., New Braunfels. 830-608-8937. www.headwatersatthecomal.com 10 ENJOY A ONE WOMAN SHOW Actress Libby Villari stars in “Ann: The Ann Richards Play,” a one- woman show about former Texas Gov. Ann Richards, who served from 1991-95. The show was originally written and performed by actress Holland Taylor, who brought the show to Broadway. 7:30 p.m. $30-$36. Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre, 290 W. San Antonio St. 830-627-0808. www.brauntex.org 12 HONOR PAST AND PRESENT MILITARY MEMBERS The city of New Braunfels holds its annual Veteran’s Day parade through downtown New Braunfels to honor the service of American military members. According to the city, the parade will conclude with a ceremony at Prince Solms Park featuring special guest speaker Col. Doug “Stoli” Nickolai, who spent 25 years as a ghter pilot in the U.S. Air Force. 9-11 a.m. Downtown New Braunfels, 500 Main Plaza, New Braunfels. www.nbtexas.org 15 THROUGH 17 PICK A PINE TREE The New Braunfels Festival of Trees
returns for its seventh year to bene t seniors in the Comal County area through the Comal County Senior Citizens Foundation and Meals on Wheels. The event will feature live entertainment from local choirs and dance groups, an opportunity to take photos with Santa Claus, and an auction for decorated trees and wreaths. A private preview party will also be held Nov. 14 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. where guests can be the rst to bid on trees. 1-9 p.m. (Nov. 15-17). Free (admission). Villa at Gruene, 1190 Gruene Road, New Braunfels. www.festivaloftreesnb.com 18 KICK OFF THE HOLIDAY SEASON The city of New Braunfels invites residents of all ages to watch as it ushers in the holidays during the Downtown Holiday Lighting and Santa’s Arrival in the city’s Main Plaza downtown. The event will feature live music, an address from Mayor Rusty Brockman and the lighting of an estimated 100,000 LED lights that will remain lit for the holiday season, according to the city. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for photos after the tree-lighting ceremony. 6-8 p.m. Free. 100 Main Plaza, New Braunfels. 830-221-4350. www.nbtexas.org
HEAD OVER TO WURSTFEST The annual festival highlighting German culture in the heart of New Braunfels returns featuring German food, carnival rides and games in addition to live music and dancing along with Alpine- and Bavarian-style entertainment. The Marktplatz building will host area nonpro ts and organizations where attendees can purchase food and souvenirs. Times vary by date. $18 (advance general admission online), $20 (general admission). Wurstfest Grounds, 120 Landa St., New Braunfels. 830-625-9167. www.wurstfest.com 05 LEARN ABOUT HOME COMPOSTING As part of its Native Landscaping 101 series, nonpro t Headwaters at the Comal hosts a workshop where residents can learn how to reduce waste while turning yard and food scraps into a nutrient-rich compost at home. Ticket discounts are available for military members, rst responders, students and Headwaters members. Admission for children is free. 10-11 a.m. $20 (general adult ticket). Headwaters
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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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