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💧 Best Splash Pads in Town, Housing Trends, & More
🌞 Happy Wednesday, New Braunfels Life readers!
We’re hitting midweek with big news, splashy fun, and some exciting local updates. From cool-down spots to real estate trends and delicious tastings, there’s a lot to dive into today.
Take Control of Your Finances Before the Year Slips Away
We’re almost halfway through 2025 — are your business finances where you want them to be?
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Find Your New Favorite Spot to Cool Off
It’s officially splash pad season in New Braunfels—and just in time, we’ve put together a full guide to all the best splash pads and water play areas in and around the city.
From Landa Park to Fischer Park and even a few hidden gems outside town, there’s something for every little waterbug (and their grownups too).
An Evening of Sips, Sounds, and Summer Vibes
Head to The Grapevine Garden this Thursday evening for the “Come and Taste It – Summer Edition” tasting event. It’s free and open to the public and includes live music, plus complimentary tastings from a curated selection of 4 Texas wineries and 4 Texas breweries.
It runs from 5 pm to 8 pm on May 22 in the heart of Gruene Historic District. Bring a friend and sip under the oak trees!
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WHAT’S HAPPENING AROUND TOWN?
Here are some of the events we’re most excited about over the next few days:
WEDNESDAY
🧵 Sit & Stitch at New Braunfels Public Library
📚 Kaffeeklatsch at Emmie Seele Faust Library
👨👩👧👦 Fischer Park Family Storytime
🎺 Pivo & Polka Band at Krause’s Cafe
🏄♀️ Woman’s Wake Clinic at Texas Ski Ranch
🎶 Jess & Dave Russell at Pour Haus
THURSDAY
🎌 Teen Anime & Manga Club at New Braunfels Public Library
🎷 The Percolators at Krause’s Cafe
🎱 Pool Tournament at Happy Cow Bar
🍷 Come and Taste It at The Grapevine Garden
🍻 Thirsty Thursday at Downtown Social
🎸 Dynamite Eldorado at Gruene Hall
🎤 School of Rock Showcase at Hideaway at Dunvale
FRIDAY
📝 Estate Planning Seminar at New Braunfels Public Library
🎶 Gruene Hall Friday Afternoon Club
🎧 Friday Night Party with DJ Jesse at Downtown Social
🎤 Tausha Jackson live at Krause's Cafe
🎵 Shawn Hart at Hideaway at Dunvale
🤠 Fourth Fridays with Prairie Rattlers at Riley’s Tavern
🎹 Sing Along Piano Bar at Moonshine & Ale
Tile Off, Metal On — Just in Time for a Texas Summer
May turned hot quick, so now’s the time to think about how your home handles high temps. Wilson Roofing and Renovations just finished removing a tile roof and replacing it with an energy-efficient metal one — and the results speak for themselves.
So, what makes a metal roof more efficient? It reflects solar heat instead of absorbing it, helping reduce indoor temperatures and easing the load on your A/C system. That means lower energy bills and a cooler home, even during peak summer heat.
Wilson customizes each roof by panel, width, profile, and color to match your home’s look while boosting performance. And with free consultations, it’s easy to find out if a metal roof is right for you.
We made the switch to a metal roof, and we’re so glad we did!
📞 Call 210.764.4111
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📈 APRIL HOUSING REPORT: WHAT'S SELLING IN NEW BRAUNFELS?
Home Prices Are Up in 78132, Down Slightly in 78130
The April housing report is out, and New Braunfels continues to stay active. While home sales increased in 78130, prices dipped slightly. Meanwhile, 78132 saw a price bump and more homes going under contract.
The average listed home in April ranged between $345K and $577K, and most homes sold in 78130 were over $299,999. With buyer activity heating up, now could be a strategic time for sellers—or those looking to move up or downsize.
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WEATHER FORECAST
Here’s a look at the weather for the next few days:
Wednesday: High: 93º | Low: 67º | 0% chance of precipitation
Thursday: High: 96º | Low: 71º | 0% chance of precipitation
Friday: High: 95º | Low: 72º | 5% chance of precipitation
Burn Ban: OFF
Water Restrictions: Stage 2
Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Install a Water Softener in New Braunfels
New Braunfels has some of the hardest water in the country — and that can spell big trouble for your home. From ruining dishwashers and water heaters to drying out your skin and hair, hard water damage adds up fast.
That’s why we trust Aqua-Man Water Conditioning, a locally owned company that’s been protecting homes in the Hill Country for more than 30 years. They offer custom systems tailored to your needs — no gimmicks, just clean, soft water you can count on.
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BUZZ AROUND TOWN
🏫 New Braunfels Approves $1.2M for College Expansion: Northeast Lakeview College is getting closer to opening a full campus in New Braunfels near Gruene, converting a former PNC Bank building into a permanent college site.
👷 City Hiring for Summer Jobs: New Braunfels is looking for seasonal lifeguards and park rangers! The city hopes to fill key positions before the peak summer season. Opportunities are open to high schoolers, retirees, and anyone looking for summer work.
🏡 Couple Honored for Historic Preservation: Marvin and Ann Giambernardi were awarded the 2025 Frederick Frueholz Jr. Historic Preservation Award for restoring historic homes and preserving local heritage.
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Until next time,
— The New Braunfels Life Team
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