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Pinnacle Plubing & Mechanical
Halloween week ONLY--October 25-31, 2026
🧙♀️ WITCH DOWN! WITCH DOWN! 🚨🧹
Apparently, she heard Pinnacle Plumbing was doing $99 drain cleanings and came in a little too hot. 💀🤣
Don’t let your drains go down with her!
🎃 $99 SPOOKTACULAR DRAIN CLEANING SPECIAL! 🎃
We’ll handle the clogs. Y’all handle the flying lessons.
📞 254-466-8078
***Special applies to drain cleaning through accessible, code-approved cleanouts only.***
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Bell County Museum ~ Night at the Museum
Oct. 29th: 6pm - 8pm
Wear your Halloween costume and visit the museum for this special night of magic! For one night only, important people of Bell County history will come to life at the museum to meet you. There will also be fun games, a trunk or treat, and balloon twisters!
The event is completely FREE and sure to be a spooky, fun time!
**Due to space, strollers are strongly not recommended**
In the event of rain, the event will be held indoors. This will include the games, the balloon twisters, and a trick or treat as you go through the museum.
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Calling all queens, witches, and glam ghouls — Gal‑Oween is happening at BeeMaRosa. Dress up, sip your favorite wines, and enjoy a festive night designed just for the ladies. Expect fun games, spooky‑sweet prizes, and a classic Halloween movie under the stars on our patio.
Costumes encouraged… creativity rewarded.
Let’s celebrate the season BeeMaRosa‑style.
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Something spooky (and sweet!) is brewing at Ruby Tearoom!
Join us on Halloween, October 31, for Haunted Tea & Treats, a family-friendly costume ParTEA filled with festive bites, tea, costumes, and a few tricks and treats along the way.
Come dressed in your Halloween best and settle in for a playful afternoon at the tearoom. We’ll be serving Halloween-inspired tea and treats, with plenty of spooky fun for little ghosts, grown-up ghouls, and everyone in between. Costumes are absolutely encouraged—because Halloween is much more fun when the whole tea table gets into the spirit. Bring the family. Bring your costumes. And get ready for one delightfully haunted ParTEA.
What to Expect
Haunted Tea & Treats from Ruby Tearoom
Halloween-inspired bites and sweets
Tea to enjoy during the party
Costume party fun
Games, treats, and spooky surprises
A festive, family-friendly Halloween afternoon
Saturday, October 31
12 PM–2 PM
Ruby Tearoom | Downtown Belton
Costumes are encouraged! Space is limited and advance registration is required.
Please Note
Your ticket includes the Haunted Tea & Treats experience, Halloween activities, and refreshments from Ruby Tearoom.
Gluten-free options are available with at least 3 days' advance notice. For food allergies or special accommodations, please contact the tearoom prior to booking.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
TICKETS
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UMHB Hometown Heroes ~
Crusaders vs. Schreiner
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BeeMaRosa International Wine Tasting Tour
Ready to explore the world one glass at a time? Join us for a special 3‑part wine adventure right here at BeeMaRosa Vineyard & Winery — no passport required.
Tasting Expedition One: Europe Awaits!
Your wine adventure begins here!
Join us for Tasting Expedition One as we journey through the celebrated wine regions of France, Spain, Portugal, and Italy. Explore unique wines from each destination, thoughtfully paired with delicious bites designed to enhance every sip.
Four Countries
Four Unique Wines
Four Curated Pairings
Earn Your First Four Passport Stamps
Start your International Wine Passport and collect your first four stamps as you sip your way across Europe. Whether you're a seasoned wine enthusiast or just beginning your journey, this is the perfect opportunity to discover new favorites and expand your palate.
Gather your fellow travelers and prepare for an unforgettable evening of wine, food, and exploration.
No passport required, just a sense of adventure.
TICKETS
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Save the date for A Night of Hope on November 12th!
This year, we’re gathering in a NEW location at UMHB for an evening celebrating the hope God is bringing to communities near and far.
More details are coming soon. For now, mark your calendar—we can’t wait to share this night with you!
November 12 at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
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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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VFW POST 4008
Nov 14th | 930am-2pm
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Armed Services YMCA
Nov. 14th | 2pm
Join us at our 165th Birthday Bash
Hosted by: Bold Republic Brewing Company
Whether you're competing in the chili cook-off, enjoying live music, or celebrating with friends, your support helps ASYMCA Killeen continue serving those who serve our nation.
Help us honor 165 years of service and reach our $16,500 fundraising goal! Bring your friends, family, and appetite!
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UMHB Military Appreciation ~
Crusaders vs. Hardin Simmons
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REDUCE RISK, STRENGTHEN TEAMS, AND EQUIP LEADERS TO ADDRESS THE MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES IMPACTING TODAY'S JOBSITES
You're invited to join us for Beyond the Hard Hat on Tuesday, November 17 at Baylor University in Waco, Texas, 9am to 4:30pm.
Construction leaders are facing unprecedented challenges related to workforce shortages, burnout, retention, loneliness, substance misuse, and employee well-being, all of which directly impact culture, productivity, safety, and financial performance.
You already know the challenges. This event is focused on solutions. Beyond the Hard Hat brings together construction executives, industry experts, educators, and practitioners to provide actionable strategies that strengthen people, culture, and business performance. You'll leave with practical ideas you can implement immediately, meaningful industry connections, and a clearer understanding of both the human and financial impact of investing in your workforce. If you won't be there, who from your organization should be?
+ REGISTER HERE
$100.00 Ticket - 100% of ticket proceeds go to wellness and prevention initiatives in the construction industry.
Featured Sessions
Leadership That Drives Change
Matt Hollensworth, Austin Industries | Matthew Vereecke, Jordan Elizabeth Harris Foundation
A discussion on leadership, suicide prevention, chaplaincy, employee care, and building cultures where people feel connected, supported, and valued.
70% of Your Workforce: What Leaders Need to Know About Managing Bilingual Crews
Eli Embleton, Zachry Construction | Monique Lewis, Next 2 Native
Language barriers can create real safety risks on construction sites. Through an immersive experience and practical jobsite strategies, attendees will learn how to improve communication, verify understanding, and reduce language-related risk across bilingual crews.
Working Lunch: Vulnerable Conversations
Malynda Dickinson, MYCON General Contractors | Brittany Hale and the Muckleroy & Falls Team | Megan Gandy and Michael Smith, TCS Mechanical
Construction leaders share personal and organizational experiences involving grief, loss, recovery, resilience, and mental health.
Rewiring Resilience: The Neuroscience of Stress, Recovery & Performance
Dorsey Standish, Mastermind | Dr. Annie Ginty, Baylor University
Explore the science behind stress, burnout, resilience, focus, and performance, along with practical tools leaders can apply immediately.
When an Employee Says, "I Need Help": From Policy to Practice
Craig Truitt and Jack Bruce, IMA Financial Group | Daniel and Renee Mercado, Resource EC
A practical discussion on dealing with the tough stuff: addiction, mental health challenges, treatment, return-to-work considerations, employee benefits, and onsite support strategies.
The Workforce Win-Win: Creating Employment Opportunities for Those in Need While Solving Construction's Labor Shortages
P. Michael Linzmaier, Construction Education Foundation | Marsha Williamson and Tim Grigsby, Dallas 24 Hour Club | Eli Pagel and David Schuermann, B&H Boring
Learn how innovative partnerships are creating workforce pathways for individuals in recovery and reentry while helping contractors solve labor shortages and reduce turnover.
A Better Way to Build People: Mental Health, Leadership & Retention
Keyan Zandy and Shelby McEntire, Skiles Group
Discover how Lean leadership, people-first practices, and mental wellness initiatives can improve retention, engagement, and organizational performance.
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Make a night of it on Saturday, November 21, as the Eli Young Band takes the stage at the Cultural Activities Center!
Come early, grab dinner from Oliver’s BBQ, enjoy a drink from the bar, and then settle in for an incredible night of live music.
• Oliver’s BBQ: 5:30–8:30 PM
• Bar Opens: 7:00 PM
• Doors Open: 7:00 PM
• Show Starts: 7:30 PM
TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Led by an unmistakable vocal and bringing a Texas-rock edge to modern country for 25 years, the Eli Young Band's never-changing lineup of Mike Eli, James Young, Jon Jones, and Chris Thompson have spent decades on the run, growing from hometown heroes into globe-trotting, chart-topping pioneers. … And now, they’re coming home.
Founded in Denton, and rising to become arena-packing icons of the state’s independent country scene, EYB’s 2005 album Level launched the band into the mainstream, followed by three career Billboard Top 5 albums, including the No. 1 10,000 Towns and Platinum Life At Best. Boasting back-to-back Number One singles with the 5X Platinum “Crazy Girl” in 2011 and 3X Platinum “Even If It Breaks Your Heart” (2012), plus the Platinum Number One “Drunk Last Night,” 2X Platinum Number One “Love Ain’t” and more, the band’s unbroken streak of success has now led to a millions-strong fandom, and after keeping the intensity of their live shows front and center, it’s time to get back to the point. Ready to follow up 2022’s Love Talking, the band has returned to the Denton studio where Level was born – bringing new tunes and new excitement along with them. Also returning to their independent roots, a fresh batch of co-written songs match the raw, grassroots energy and emotional sting of their early work, geared for the stage and recorded without digital tricks. Released September 27, 2024, “Home In Hometown” started the new era and marked EYB’s creative homecoming – a true-to-experience ballad of life on the highway, unpacking what “home” really means.
TICKETS
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Schoepf's BBQ ~ Josh Weathers w/ Leon River Band - Charity Concert benefitting Belton Senior Activity Center & Eldred's Nursery
December 5, 2026
$2500 Sponsor VIP Table seat 6 includes dinner
$ 500 First 2 Row Picnic Table seat 6
$ 300 Picnic Table seat 6
$ 30 Advanced General Admission $ 40 Day of Show
TICKETS
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December 15, 2026
4pm - 5:30pm
Join us in the NEW Temple College Health Sciences Building for an Information Session to learn all the requirements for applying to any of Temple College's Nursing programs. Open to the public.
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Innovation Black Chamber ~ AIICON is back
February 19-21, 2027
It's the same idea as last year: bring your laptop, sit down with people at your level, and build something real that you can use at work, at school, or at home. We'll have beginner, intermediate, and advanced tracks again, so where you've grown since last year, there's a room for you.
REGISTER NOW
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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. | | |
Armed Services YMCA
FIVE STAR FOOD MARKET
Active-duty families and members of the community are invited to shop for groceries your household needs at our Harker Heights Wellness Center.
Fresh produce
Brand name pantry items
Everyday food staples
Limit of 30 lbs per household
Early bird hours for active-duty begin at 6:30 AM. Line starts at 5 AM.
Please bring a valid photo ID showing active-duty status.
| | 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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