🚧Street Maintenance Survey, Gardening Class, & More

Hey New Braunfels, happy Wednesday! Hope your week has been amazing so far.

Here’s your midweek guide to what’s happening around town:

• 🚧 Big news on which streets might get fixed next (and how you can weigh in)

• 🌱 A hands-on gardening class at the Westside Community Center

• 🎶 Midweek fun with live music, bingo, anime night, and more events to choose from

• 🌴 A weekend getaway idea

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NEW BRAUNFELS WANTS YOUR SAY ON STREET FIXES

A new survey and public meeting put residents in the driver’s seat

Every year, New Braunfels sets aside funds to tackle the never-ending task of street maintenance. Now, with the 2025/2026 budget in the works, city officials are asking residents which roads should move to the top of the list.

The Public Works Department will host a public forum on Wednesday, August 27, at 6 p.m. inside New Braunfels City Hall, 550 Landa Street. There, residents can see the proposed plan, learn how projects are prioritized, and most importantly, voice their opinions on what stretches of pavement need the most attention.

For those who can’t attend, an online survey will be open August 25 through September 5 at newbraunfels.gov/streetsurvey. With nearly 1,000 lane miles of roadway to manage, the city says community feedback plays a direct role in shaping which projects move forward.

Click here for all the details.

DIG INTO GARDENING THIS SATURDAY

Learn how to plan your fall vegetables at the Westside Community Center

Love gardening or want to get started? On Saturday, August 23, head to the Westside Community Center for a special class led by Jenn, who will cover the ins and outs of vegetable gardening in Comal County.

The workshop runs from 10 to 11 a.m. and will touch on planning, planting, and maintaining a garden, plus which varieties thrive in our local soil. Participants will even get the chance to harvest from the community garden.

The session is free and open to adults, making it the perfect way to gain skills and inspiration before fall planting season begins.

Click here for more details.

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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

☕ Kaffeeklatsch at Emmie Seele Faust Library
🧵 Sit & Stitch at New Braunfels Library
💼 Career Maps Workshop: Basic Interviewing Questions at New Braunfels Public Library
🎤 Yodel Blitz at Krause’s Cafe
🥃 $5 Whiskey Wednesday & Xtreme Music Bingo at Watering Hole Saloon

THURSDAY

📚 Mystery Discussion Group at New Braunfels Public Library
🎌 Teen Time: Anime & Manga Club (One Piece themed) at New Braunfels Public Library
🎶 Madelyn Abrameit Band live at Krause's Cafe
✍️ Songwriters Night at The Redbird
🤠 Honky Tonk Thursdays at Gruene Hall

FRIDAY

🎸 Treaty Oak Revival live at Whitewater Amphitheater
🤠 Jack Ingram live at Gruene Hall
🎵 The B Side Boyz at Gruene Grove
🎤 Anthony Wright at Pour Haus
🎶 Scotty Alexander at Cowboys & Cadillacs

WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU HAD A ROOF INSPECTION?

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HAVE YOU BEEN HERE YET?

🐝 Buzz Around Town

Stabbing at Legends Dance Hall Leaves One Dead
Police say a fight broke out in the parking lot of Legends Dance Hall early Sunday morning, leaving a 52-year-old man from San Antonio dead from stab wounds. A 55-year-old male, of New Braunfels, was later arrested and charged with homicide. The investigation is ongoing.

New Flex Space Development Breaking Ground
As New Braunfels continues to surge in growth, a new flex space project is underway along I-35. The development, combining office, warehouse, and showroom space, aims to meet the demands of a booming population and attract industries ranging from logistics to tech and retail.

Wurstfest Awards $51,000 in Scholarships
The Wurstfest Association has awarded scholarships to 15 local high school students, continuing a tradition that began in 1987. Recipients were recognized for academic merit, volunteerism, and an interest in German heritage, bringing the total supported students to more than 500 over the years.

New Braunfels No. 2 in the Nation for Movers
A new study ranks New Braunfels’ 78130 ZIP code as the second most popular in the U.S. for new residents in 2025, with more than 3,400 inbound moves in the first five months of the year. The city’s blend of historic charm, river recreation, and affordability continues to make it one of the hottest relocation destinations in the country.

WEATHER FORECAST 

Wednesday: High: 96º | Low: 73º | 15% chance of precipitation

Thursday: High: 90º | Low: 75º | 45% chance of precipitation

Friday: High: 90º | Low: 74º | 35% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: ON

Water Restrictions: Stage 2 (In Stage 2, watering with a sprinkler or irrigation system is allowed one day per week based on the last digit of your address BEFORE 10:00 a.m. and AFTER 8:00 p.m.)

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WEEKEND GETAWAY SPOTLIGHT

One Last Beach Escape Before Summer Ends

If you’ve been putting off that summer beach trip, here’s your chance. This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage in Galveston is just five blocks from the sand and puts you close to everything—Seawall, Pleasure Pier, Moody Gardens, and historic downtown.

Built in 1901 and beautifully updated, the home features a tropical backyard with a fire pit, a covered porch perfect for coffee, and plenty of space for up to six guests. Inside, you’ll find hardwood floors, a fully equipped kitchen, and board games for laid-back evenings after a day at the beach.

Grab your flip-flops and make this your end-of-summer getaway.

Check availability here.

Thanks!

That’s a wrap on today’s scoop from around New Braunfels. Whether you’re filling up your calendar or just staying connected, we’ll be back Friday with more stories that keep you in the loop.

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Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team