The weather’s getting nicer, daylight savings time is almost upon us, and Waco has even more events to choose from this week.
Plus, learn Magnolia tips for locals, read about the Around the World bakery, and hear from Frank Gentsch, dedicated craft beer lover and Waco’s interim police chief.
Visit The Waco Insider for complete event details, venue info, and newly added listings.
Upcoming Events
Thursday, March 11
Jennifer Pisarcik with Jon Fox | Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux | 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Equal Parts Pint Night | Dancing Bear Pub | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Johnny Joe Ramos | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Friday, March 12
Beginner’s Guide to Tarot | Skellington Curiosities | 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Parents’ Night Out: We’ll Watch the Kids! | Bledsoe Miller Recreation Center | 6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Rogue Night Market | Rogue Media Network | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Jon Wolfe with Clay Hollis | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | 7:00 pm – 12:00 am
Perez, Hawkins & Dvorak | Tokio Store | 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Spring Break Luau Late Skate | Skate Waco Bellmead | Tickets | 7:00 pm – 2:00 am
Spring Break Luau Late Skate | Skate World Waco | Tickets | 7:00 pm – 2:00 am
Joey Sais Trio | The Backyard Brew & Chew | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Saturday, March 13
Farmers Market | Waco Downtown Farmers Market | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
The Yellow House Project: A Day in the Garden | The Yellow House | 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Brazos Market | Brazos Theatre | 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Rainwater Harvesting Class | Circle Hardware | Tickets | 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Black Daisy 5th Birthday Celebration | The Market | 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Animation One: Character Design with Greg Peters | Cultivate 7twelve | Tickets | 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Meet the Scientists: Baylor Stream Team | Mayborn Museum Complex | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Rainwater Harvesting Class | Circle Hardware | Tickets | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Crystals, Cocktails & Tarot Readings | Skellington Curiosities | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
North of Navasota | Last Chance Bar | 8:00 pm – 12:00 am
Sloppy Joe Band | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | Tickets | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Branded Heart | 5J Dance Hall | 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Darrell Ray | Papa Joe's Texas Saloon | 8:30 pm – 11:30 pm
Gordon Collier Band | Elk Hall | 8:30 pm – 12:30 am
Another Band of Gypsies | Lakeside Bar | 9:00 pm – 12:00 am
Sunday, March 14
Pivot Factory Bicycle Demo | Bicycle World | Tickets | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Search for the Pot of Gold: A City-Wide Escape Game | Waco Escape Rooms | Tickets | 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Monday, March 15
Open Mic Night with Keep Waco Loud | Klassy Glass Wine Bar & Bistro | 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Tuesday, March 16
Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night | Southern Roots Brewing Company | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Wednesday, March 17
Scavenger Hunt: Easy Being Green | Cameron Park Zoo | 9:00 am – 2:00 pm
Alchemy of Light Virtual Gallery Talk | Mayborn Museum Complex | Tickets | 10:00 am – 11:00 am
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration | Barnett's Public House | 11:00 am – 12:00 am
St. Patrick’s Day | Dancing Bear Pub | 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
St. Patrick’s Day | Truelove Bar | 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
St. Patrick’s Day Live Broadcast | O'Brien's Irish Pub | 7:00 pm – 2:00 am
Recommended Reads & Podcasts
“The Magnolia experience for LOCALS”
Waco enthusiast and long-time writer Wendy Gragg discusses how locals can best enjoy Magnolia Marketplace: when to go during the week, special deals, and more.
Read the full post at the Downtown Waco blog.
“Around the World Delicacies in the Heart of Texas”
Startup Waco talks with Adilene Camarena, founder and chief baking officer of Around the World. Her bakery provides Wacoans with an array of international — delicious! — desserts at downtown’s Union Hall.
Read the full post at the Launch Waco blog.
20 for 20: Interim Waco Police Chief Frank Gentsch
Podcast host Stephany Chavira chats with Frank Gentsch, interim Waco Police chief, about his career in law enforcement, how Waco has changed over the years, and the FBI.
Coming in the next newsletter
Live comedy, pop culture trivia night, and yet another crawfish boil.