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Congratulations to our very own Retired Command Sergeant Major, Frank Minosky, on his induction into the First Cavalry Division Hall of Legends!
Frank has been a driving force behind our community, consistently promoting the "one-percenters" veteran luncheon held on the last Friday of each month. His leadership was also instrumental in helping our Military Relations Committee thrive, creating vital connections and collaborations with our Fort Hood neighbors and the broader veteran community.
Thank you, Frank, for your dedication, and congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
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BeeMaRosa ~ Boot Scootin' Bunco
Thursday, Sept. 17th at 6pm
Pull on your boots and join us for a fun-filled evening of dice, laughter, wine, and country music as we celebrate National Country Music Day! We've got a special twist this month. We're trying something new and hosting Bunco on a Thursday instead of our usual night.
Whether you're a seasoned Bunco player or brand new to the game, come enjoy great company, delicious wine, and plenty of chances to win prizes. Gather your friends, practice your best country playlist singalong, and get ready for a boot scootin' good time at the winery!
Thursday | Wine, Friends, Country Music & Bunco Fun
Y'all won't want to miss it!
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Paint Your Mate Night at the Winery
Grab your spouse, girlfriend, boyfriend, family member, or bestie and join us for a night of laughter, creativity, and great wine as you paint your mate!
No painting experience is necessary. In fact, beginners are encouraged to join the fun. We'll also be adding a surprise twist to the evening that you'll discover when you arrive, making the experience even more entertaining.
Come ready to laugh, create lasting memories, and see your favorite person through an artist's eyes. Whether your masterpiece ends up on the wall or simply provides plenty of laughs, it's sure to be a night to remember!
$40/ "couple"
*wine not included
TICKETS
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Grab your stein and dust off your lederhosen—Creektoberfest is back at Nolan Creek Brewery! Join us Friday & Saturday, September 18th & 19th for a full weekend of German-inspired food, craft beer, games, and Oktoberfest fun.
ALL WEEKEND LONG
We’ll be serving up:
• Big hot pretzels
• Foot-long beer brats
• German potato salad
• Plenty of delicious Nolan Creek craft beer!
FRIDAY NIGHT
Kick off the weekend with Oktoberfest-themed Music Bingo 7-9PM! Expect great music, cold beer, prizes, and plenty of PROST-ing.
SATURDAY
We’re taking the celebration throughout Downtown Belton with the Downtown Belton Oktoberfest Pub Crawl!
Grab a pub crawl card, visit participating downtown spots, make a purchase at each stop to earn your punches, then finish the night back at Nolan Creek Brewery for your chance to win a prize! 4- 10 pm, with a raffle happening at 9:30pm and a Stein Holding Competition.
Friday, September 18th + Saturday, September 19th
Nolan Creek Brewery | Downtown Belton, TX
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HP Moto ~ Coffee and Kickstands
Since September is Suicide Prevention Month, we're making a little more room for something that matters: connection. Come grab FREE coffee & breakfast, talk bikes, and spend some time with the riding community. Whether you’re a regular, new rider, member of the riding community or just need somewhere to be, we’re happy to see you. Invite your friends, neighbors or stranger you met in the store, you never know who might need the invitation.
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UMHB Family Weekend ~
Crusaders vs. Endicott
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Ruby Tea Room ~ Dolly ParTEA & Book Drive
A Celebration of Dolly Parton
Some people leave the world a little brighter than they found it. Dolly Parton certainly did. Join us Saturday, September 19th from 12 PM to 2 PM for a very special Dolly ParTEA, celebrating the music, kindness, generosity, humor, and unforgettable sparkle of Dolly Parton. Inspired by Dolly's Southern roots, we'll be serving a special Dolly-inspired Cream Tea featuring freshly baked scones with cream, fresh fruit, sweet treats, premium loose leaf tea, and, of course, Dolly's Sweet Iced Tea.
And we're celebrating Dolly the best way we know how, with good food, good music, A LOT of bling, and giving back.
$5 from every ticket will be donated to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library, supporting the work she cared so deeply about and helping put books into the hands of children. Bring a new children's book to donate! We're also inviting guests to help us collect books for children in our own community. As a special thank you, guests who donate a book will receive a little gift from Ruby Tearoom.
What to Expect
Dolly-inspired Cream Tea
Dolly's Sweet Iced Tea
Premium loose leaf tea
Children's book drive in Dolly's honor
$5 from every ticket donated to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Special raffle featuring Tea Time for Two at Ruby Tearoom plus goodies from our friends at Crimson Spine Books
Boots, hats & LOTS of bling encouraged!
Rhinestones, sequins, big hair and all things Dolly welcome
So tease up that hair, dust off your boots, grab your rhinestones, and join us for an afternoon filled with tea, music, laughter, and a whole lot of Dolly.
Saturday, September 19th
12 PM to 2 PM
Ruby Tearoom, 126 N East St., Belton, Texas (inside Arusha Coffee Co)
Bring a book. Wear the bling. Raise a teacup to Dolly.
Please Note: This event features a set menu, and unfortunately we cannot offer substitutions for dietary needs or allergies.
TICKETS
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Ahoy There, Bunco Buccaneers!
Set sail for a night of dice rollin', wine sippin', and matey minglin' at Beemarosa Vineyards & Winery!
Celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day with Booty Bunco and enjoy an evening packed with fun, friendship, and plenty of "Arrr's!"
Pirate attire encouraged
Bunco for all skill levels
Award-winning wines available for purchase
Prizes fit for a captain
Gather yer crew and claim your spot before the ship sails without ye!
"Dead men tell no tales, but Bunco players tell the best stories!"
"Yo ho ho and a glass of wine!"
TICKETS
| | Be a Part of History: The Temple College Centennial Gala | | |
Celebrate 100 years of transforming lives—and help us build the next century of student success! Your investment today secures a brighter future for our students and leaves a lasting legacy.
Where: Harry B. Macey Jr. Conference Room inside the Temple College Main Building. 2600 S. First Street, Temple, TX 76504.
When: September 22, 2026, 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.
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Our Hospice House
SAVE THE DATE!
Mark your calendars now for one of the most anticipated nights of the year!
Turquoise & Boots 2026
September 24, 2026
Benefiting ‘Our Hospice House’
We’re bringing back an unforgettable evening filled with great food, live music, auctions, and plenty of Texas charm, all in support of the guests and families we serve every day at ‘Our Hospice House’.
Because of generous supporters like you, families facing the end of life can receive compassionate, around-the-clock care in a peaceful, home-like setting at no cost to them. Every ticket purchased, sponsorship secured, and donation made helps make that possible.
More details, sponsorship opportunities, and ticket information will be coming soon!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you while helping make every moment count for the families we serve.
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10th Annual Belton’s Bacon, Blues, & Brews Festival!
Historic Bell County Courthouse Square
Friday & Saturday, September 25–26, 2025
Two days of live entertainment, food, cold craft brews, and bacon! Enjoy:
Live Music, Bacon-Inspired Dishes, Breweries & Wineries, Art & Craft Vendors
Pig Calling Contests (Youth & Adult Divisions!)
Food Trucks
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FALL MARKET AT THE WINERY
Crisp air, great wine, local shopping, and live entertainment... what could be better?
Come spend the day browsing local vendors, enjoying winery favorites, and getting a head start on holiday shopping while supporting local businesses and artisans.
LIVE MUSIC!
Make a day of it! Downtown Belton's popular Bacon, Brews & Blues festival is happening just minutes away. Stop by the winery to discover unique vendors, enjoy a glass of wine, and check out incredible local talent before heading downtown to enjoy the festivities, live music, craft beer, and all that Bacon, Brews & Blues has to offer.
Vendor Categories:
• Sweet & Savory Food Vendors
• Handmade Crafts
• Clothing Boutiques
• Resale & Specialty Merchandise
NOW ACCEPTING VENDORS!
We are looking for amazing local businesses to join us this fall. Vendor spaces are available in our Lounge, Patio, Grass Area, and Conference Room.
Don't miss this opportunity to showcase your products to shoppers visiting both the winery and the downtown Belton events!
We welcome youth entrepreneurs (accompanied by adult) to bring their goods and ideas to our market as well as any other local crafter, baker, reseller.
Sip. Shop. Support Local.
Apply today: https://forms.gle/FDENX3DgP64ymnZJA
Invite your friends and help us make this our best market yet!
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Get your kroje and dancing shoes ready for Polka on the Square!
Enjoy two days filled with authentic traditions — from lively polka music to local breweries, wineries, and delicious Czech-inspired dishes!
Event Schedule:
Friday, Oct. 9 - 5-10 PM
Food Vendors, Breweries, and Wineries: 5–10 PM
The Fritz Hodde Fabulous Six Band: 5:30–7:30 PM
The Praha Bros: 8–10 PM
Saturday, Oct. 10 - 11 AM-10 PM
Food Vendors, Breweries, and Wineries: 11 AM–10 PM
Jerry Haisler & the Melody Five: 5:30–7:30 PM
Brave Combo: 8-10 PM
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UMHB Homecoming ~
Crusaders vs. Howard Payne
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Registration is OPEN!
Join us at the 10th Annual RMHC / Kids & Clays Sporting Clay Tournament on October 16th at Weber’s Shooting Range!
The day is filled with prizes, breakfast, lunch, Clay Shooting and so much more! Help support the Ronald McDonald House Charities and have some outdoor fun!
Sponsorships, Teams, and TICKETS
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Temple Civic Theatre Fall Fest & THRILLER
Vendors, music, food, pumpkin patch, and more! This annual event and fundraiser returns October 24th at 10am.
Attend the Fall Fest and stay for THRILLER. Our resident Choreographer will teach you the full Thriller dance. Wear your best zombie outfit and our talented makeup artists will make you up in custom zombie makeup.
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Grab your boots, sparkle up your denim, and join CASA of Bell & Coryell Counties for an unforgettable evening of bingo, fun, and fundraising at our Denim, Diamonds & Daubers Bingo Night!
✨ Dress in your favorite denim and bling
🎁 Win exciting bingo prizes, raffles, and giveaways
🍽️ Enjoy delicious refreshments and snacks from Wings Pizza N Things
🎶 Experience a night filled with music, laughter, and community spirit
Whether you're a seasoned bingo player or just looking for a fun night out with friends, Denim, Diamonds & Daubers is the perfect way to support a great cause while making lasting memories.
Every ticket purchased helps CASA of Bell & Coryell Counties provide trained volunteer advocates for children who have experienced abuse and neglect. Your support helps ensure that children in foster care have a dedicated voice advocating for their safety, well-being, and future.
Gather your friends, bring your lucky dauber, and get ready to shine for a cause that changes children's lives—one bingo card at a time!
💙 All proceeds benefit CASA of Bell & Coryell Counties and the children we serve.
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Randall King w/ Kylie Frey gates at 6 pm. Must be 18 or older or with an adult.
https://ticketing.roninpos.app/events/RandallKing
No outside chairs, no outside food or drinks, and appropriate attire required. We offer a full bar. General admission, VIP Tables, and Reserved Tables as available. Each table purchase comes with 6 tickets.
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UMHB Hometown Heroes ~
Crusaders vs. Schreiner
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Ribs & Rods 2026 presented by Don Ringler Chevrolet & Toyota
Family friendly car show and BBQ cookoff! Live music, local vendors, food trucks and great people supporting the Ronald McDonald House!!!
Ribs & Rods is one of Temple's most popular events brought to you by Don Ringler Chevrolet and Toyota. Ribs & Rods joins the community's love for live music, classic and custom cars, and BBQ, all in support of our local Ronald McDonald House. The beautiful Bend O the River with it's large shade trees and golf course-esc grass will be the location of 2026's event.
With several fun games and events to keep the whole family entertained including amazing bands, kids coloring and pedal car competitions, rib eating contest, and a drive in style movie experience featuring TBD!
2025's event brought in over 600 show vehicles, over 40 of the best cookers in Texas!
Ribs & Rods will be at Bend O' the River, right off IH35, and to invite you to be part of this spectacular event.
Visit RibsandRods.org for more information
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UMHB Military Appreciation ~
Crusaders vs. Hardin Simmons
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The 2027 Central Texas BBQ Roundup is bringing competition BBQ, bull riding, classic cars, animals, families, and community together for one huge weekend at the Huntington Bank Expo.
With a field built for 132 competition BBQ teams, CTBR 2027 will be our largest Roundup yet, while staying focused on what the event was created to do: bring Central Texas together and use great BBQ to support great causes.
Friday, March 19, 2027
5:00 PM | Friday Night Opens to the Public
Come out Friday evening and experience the BBQ competition as teams prepare for Saturday's championship cook-off.
The public can enjoy the competition atmosphere, food trucks, and an exciting night of Bull Riding in the Dome.
Friday night is a chance to see CTBR after dark, meet the teams, grab something to eat, and experience the sights, sounds, smoke, and energy of a major Texas BBQ competition.
Saturday, March 20, 2027
9:00 AM | Car Show Begins
11:00 AM | Main Gates Open to the Public
12:00 PM | Opening Ceremony & National Anthem
Join us at noon for the official opening of the 2027 Central Texas BBQ Roundup, including the presentation of the colors and a special surprise guest performing our National Anthem.
You'll have to be there to find out who.
5:00 PM | BBQ Awards Ceremony
7:00 PM | Event Closes
| | American Legion Post 55 Belton is holding a shoe drive collecting used, not torn-up shoes. They have a metal box on their porch at 101 W. Avenue A , Belton, to drop them off. They will be cleaned and then recycled to children without shoes all around the world. | | The Bell County Business Group meets every Friday morning from 8:15-9:30 at Dead Fish Grill, in Belton, TX. | | |
This event is dedicated to the BISD Delta 18+ students & TISD Work-Based Learners who were the backbone in making those events successful. They have a long overdue reward, and Kimberly's mission is to make sure they receive it. Kimberly has helped start 2 Central Texas senior events, and helped triple the size of another.
We are seeking businesses interested in branding visibility + Purpose, and models who want to showcase their Inner Royalty.
This uplifting event is open to anyone who wants to be a positive role model to others in the community.
Monthly get togethers for Dream Sponsors and models will start soon. We would love for you to join us! Please visit Sites.Google.Com/View/FWMTexas for more information and to get started!
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Welcome to The Tea Club — Ruby Tearoom’s weekly CommuniTEA Table!
Every 3rd Thursday of the month at 3 PM, we set the table for connection, conversation, and a good cup of tea. Whether you’re coming solo, with a friend, or just curious to try tea & find communiTEA, this is your chance to join the club.
✨ Free to join — simply RSVP below so we know to save you a seat!
RSVP
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