Posts by Debrah Wright
Acting Locally–Volunteer Opportunities
April is National Volunteer Month! This month, recognize and celebrate the contributions of volunteers by getting involved, developing skills, forming relationships, and making tangible impacts in our community. Consider your own interests, reflect on your availability, and apply to help businesses in the Greater Waco area! Check out the new Volunteer Board for additional opportunities.…
Read MoreMusic on the River
WACO, Texas – RESCHEDULED – Brazos Nights returns this summer with a season of free concerts along the Brazos River, offering live music, local food trucks and family-friendly activities.The popular concert series begins Friday, April 25th, at Indian Spring Park, just off University Parks Drive. This year’s opening act is Bowling for Soup, a Texas-based…
Read MoreJubilation (n.): A season of celebration
The Jubilee Food Market of Mission Waco is set to close on March 31st. On Wednesday, a statement was uploaded to Mission Waco’s platforms announcing the closure of the cherished community store at the end of the month. In 2016, with the help of many generous donors, we started Jubilee Food Market to provide affordable,…
Read MoreGreater Waco Sports Commission Seeking Volunteers for Spring Events
WACO, Texas – The Greater Waco Sports Commission is looking for volunteers for two upcoming spring events: the Light Up the Dark 5K on April 12 and the 3V3 Basketball Tournament on April 25. The Light Up the Dark 5K, presented by Chick-fil-A and hosted by Unbound Now, will take place at Cameron Park Zoo.…
Read MoreSunny Skies, Superfoods and a Thriving Community at Waco Downtown Farmers Market
WACO, Texas – The Waco Downtown Farmers Market hosted its first gathering at Bridge Street Plaza on Saturday, marking a new chapter for the weekly event. While initial concerns about parking suggested patrons might face a 15-minute walk, most attendees found themselves within a five- to 10-minute stroll of the market. The new East Waco…
Read MoreWaco Block Party 2025: Celebrating Music, Community, and Support for The Cove
Waco Block Party 2025 is set to bring the community together once again for a weekend filled with music, local vendors, and a celebration of creativity. From February 28 to March 2, this annual event, hosted by Southern Roots Brewing Co. and Rogue Media Network, will showcase Waco’s vibrant arts and culture scene while supporting…
Read MoreMoving Markets: Relocating the Waco Farmers Market
Waco’s Downtown Farmers Market appears every Saturday morning, supplying locals with fresh produce, baked goods, juicy meats, and homemade trinkets. Propped in front of the McLennan County Courthouse, tents and food trucks fill the parking lot as swarms of bodies file down sidewalks to shop, talk, and eat amongst the community. The farmers market has…
Read MoreHoliday Festivities: Waco Holiday Event Guide
If you are searching for the perfect holiday activities to entertain family and friends, look no further. This is a comprehensive list of available shows and events catering to the holiday season, the spread of Christmas joy, and the interests of all in our community. Waco Wonderland will be hosted December 6th through the 8th…
Read MoreThanksgiving Volunteer Guide to Giving Back
The season of thanks is in full swing, and as the day of joining and feasting approaches, we reflect and show gratitude for all that occurs for us. While it is easy to get caught up in the hustle of preparing meals, gathering with loved ones, and counting our blessings, this time is the perfect…
Read MoreHomecoming with the Baylor Ice Girls
Dozens of college students shuffle around tight corners of an overpacked shed, the twelve foot U Haul trailer filling the center of the space. Hockey players stand toward the trucks, heaving hot breaths into bright balloons, almost unrecognizable without jerseys, last names, and numbers. Ice Girls dance around the trailer, securing streamers to bare railings.…
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