This week's issue · September 25–27, 2026

Market bags. Small-town stops. A box of crayons.

A Saturday morning on the square, an Oktoberfest outing in Shiner, and a ranch scene waiting for the kids to color.

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Inside this week's issue · September 25–27, 2026

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FRIDAY · SEPT 25 · LA GRANGE

Two Tons of Steel at The Bugle Boy

Doors at 7, show at 8. Settle in for live music in a listening room.

SATURDAY · SEPT 26 · SHINER

Oktoberfest Weekend 2

Free admission, all day at K. Spoetzl Brewery & Distillery.

SUNDAY · SEPT 27 · SEALY

Immaculate Conception Bazaar & Homecoming

Sunday fellowship at the Columbus Club Hall on Highway 90 West.

Also inside: Columbus Country Market, Texana Nature Day in Edna, Texas Star Winery, a market-to-table supper, and a ranch coloring page for the kids.

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Homecoming lights. Back-road music. A Sunday market run.

Cheer on the Ricebirds at home, make a theatre date in Freyburg, or head toward Hallettsville for Saturday music and barbecue.

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