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July 27, 2026

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Our FREE SUMMER FUN PASS allows you to treat your kids to some FREE FUN all summer long, between June 1st and August 31st!


Once they're signed up, each child (ages 5-14) can redeem their Summer Fun Pass every single weekday (Monday-Friday before 5PM) for one of the following activities:

One (1) FREE Game of Bowling + Shoes

One (1) FREE Laser Tag Mission

One (1) FREE 30-min Arcade Card

That's right, we said FREE!

• NO mysterious hidden charges

• NO bowling shoe rental fees

• NO purchase necessary


This is simply our way of giving back to the communities who continue to support us year after year!


Sign your kid up today:

SIGN-UP


Friday, July 31st ~ 7pm to 9pm


Meet us at the Kayaking launch @Heritage Park for live music, games, and Kayaking! We close out Parks and Rec Month with the Sounds of Community concert. We will provide kayaks and life jackets for those who want to go kayaking. We will also have all the games out from our pop-up game trailer, including our giant soccer pool table!

We are super excited to present the Leon River Band on the Leon River! Come on out and bring a picnic and lawn chairs. 

Come check out Central Texas' BIGGEST EVENT of the year!

Event: Bell County Comic Con

Date: Aug 1 & 2, 2026

Time: 10AM-6PM

Bringing together 80's, 90's, 00's Pop Culture, Celebrities, Artists, Vendors, Food Trucks, and More.

You don't want to miss it!

Get your tickets now:

www.bellcountycomiccon.com

Family Fun Day is almost here! Bring the whole family to the Cultural Activities Center for a day filled with fun, creativity, and community!

■ Saturday, August 1 • 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM • 3011 N. 3rd St. | Temple

Here's what you'll find:

Delicious food from Oliver's BBQ, Kona Ice & Cupcakery Avenue

Games & family activities

Arts & crafts

Local vendors

Live caricatures by Kevin Middleton

Kids Art Contest Winner Announcement

Whether you’re coming for lunch, making crafts, shopping with local vendors, or supporting our young artists, everyone will find something to enjoy.

Bring your family, invite your friends, and join us for a fun Saturday at the CAC. We look forward to seeing you there!

Jon Wolfe w/ David Lewis gates at 6 pm. Must be 18 or older or with an adult.

https://ticketing.roninpos.app/events/jonwolfe

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. 

Temple Civic Theatre ~ The Color Purple Auditions


This is the one.

Not every show comes along with the power to change the people on stage and the people in the audience.

The Color Purple is one of those shows.

We’re searching for a cast of bold, passionate, talented performers who are ready to tell one of the most moving and inspiring stories ever written. This production will demand everything you’ve got...and it’ll be worth it.

Auditions: August 2 & 3 at 7:00 PM

Performances: October 1–11

Whether you’re a seasoned performer or someone who’s been waiting for the right opportunity to step into the spotlight, we want to see YOU.

Know someone who would be incredible in this show? Tag them. Share this post. Encourage them to audition.

Come be part of something extraordinary.

*Please prepare approximately 60 seconds of a musical selection that showcases your strongest vocal performance and personality. Auditionees will also be asked to learn a brief choreography combination-no advance preparation is necessary.

Chris Knight w/ Rich O'Toole gates at 6:30 pm. Must be 18 or older or with an adult.

https://ticketing.roninpos.app/events/chrisknight

No outside chairs, no outside food or drinks, and appropriate attire required. Clear Bag Policy. We offer a full bar. General admission, VIP Tables, and Reserved Tables as available. Each table purchase comes with 6 tickets. 

Looking for your next career opportunity?

oin us for the Summer Surge Hiring Event on Wednesday, August 19, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Cadence Bank Center in Belton!

This annual hiring event brings together dozens of employers from a variety of industries, offering job seekers the opportunity to connect directly with hiring managers, learn about current openings, and explore career opportunities throughout Central Texas.

This event is a great place to network, discover available positions, and take the next step in your career journey.

 Date: Wednesday, August 19

 Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

 Location: Cadence Bank Center

 Meet with multiple employers in one location

 Explore opportunities across various industries

 Learn about local workforce resources

Bring copies of your resume, dress professionally, and be prepared to make a great first impression!

We look forward to seeing you there.

Tanner Usrey w/ TBD gates at 6:30 pm. Must be 18 or older or with an adult.

https://ticketing.roninpos.app/events/TannerUsrey

No outside chairs, no outside food or drinks, and appropriate attire required. Clear Bag Policy. We offer a full bar. General admission, VIP Tables, and Reserved Tables as available. Each table purchase comes with 6 tickets. 

This annual concert featuring Infinite Journey - The Music of Journey, Little Queen - Music Inspired by Heart and Scratch 3 benefits The Clements Boys and Girls Club and the Belton Tiger Athletic Booster Club. 

UMHB Family Weekend ~

Crusaders vs. Endicott

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.


UMHB Crusaders vs. Keystone

UMHB Homecoming ~

Crusaders vs. Howard Payne

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.

UMHB Hometown Heroes ~

Crusaders vs. Schreiner

UMHB Military Appreciation ~

Crusaders vs. Hardin Simmons

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! 

Come join us for Mimi's breakfast at the Railway Express Diner!

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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