TEQUILA SUNRISE ON THE BRAZOZ

By Austin Johnson | July 31, 2024 |

TEQUILA SUNRISE ON THE BRAZOZ Come join us for a day filled with fun, sun, and of course, tequila! The Brazos River is the perfect backdrop for our event. Get ready to sip on refreshing tequila sunrise cocktails while enjoying great music and good company. Don’t miss out on this epic party by the river!…

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Raccoon Brothers Live! at Texas Music Cafe® September 28 2024

By Austin Johnson | July 27, 2024 |

Prepare for a hellfire and brimstone musical experience as Preachers of Hell County bring their unique blend of psychobilly and western swing to the stage! Hailing from Austin, Texas – the Live Music Capital of the World – this power trio delivers a sound and performance that defies easy categorization. Led by the innovative guitarist,…

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African American Preaching Conference – 2024

By Austin Johnson | July 19, 2024 |

The African American Preaching Conference uniquely highlights the work and witness of ministry as it connects with academic pursuits. Guided by a steering committee of 30 African American leaders the conference showcases nationally renowned speakers plenary sessions and workshops all drawing from the extensive resources of Baylor University and Truett Seminary.  

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Camp Fimfo Concert Series

By Austin Johnson | July 15, 2024 |

The Camp Fimfo Concert Series is back this fall, October 11-12! A 2-day concert at Camp Fimfo Waco celebrating music, friends, family, and the Great Outside.⁠ Start the weekend early and enjoy a bonus weekend kickoff celebration on Thursday, October 10 with live music from local artists. Featuring a can’t-miss lineup — Friday, October 11:Travis…

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Pieces of Home Fundraiser

By Austin Johnson | July 12, 2024 |

During this fundraiser, we’re raising money to support homeless teenagers in the Heart of Texas region. This fun event includes a buffet-style dinner, live music, a dance floor, a live auction, and the first two alcoholic beverages are complimentary. The Cove in Waco is a nonprofit designed to provide a safe space for high school…

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Abundance by World Hunger Relief

By Austin Johnson | June 28, 2024 |

We invite you to Abundance 2024, an evening benefiting the World Hunger Relief Institute. Abundance is the Farm’s most important fundraising event of the year featuring a farm-to-table dinner at Milo, specialty cocktails from Balcones, and a one of a kind silent auction. Help us reach our 2024 Abundance fundraising goal! Sponsorships and donations help…

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Women of Distinction: Big Hat Brunch

By Austin Johnson | June 7, 2024 |

Esther’s Closet is proud to present our annual Women of Distinction: Big Hat Brunch at the AC Hotel by Marriott Waco Downtown, on August 29, 2024. Every woman can be a woman of distinction; a woman with values, morals, and a strong will to succeed. Women of Distinction make a difference in their families, community,…

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CLICKBAIT!: A Treasure Trove of Pulp Fiction Cover Art

By Austin Johnson | May 20, 2024 |

Sex, war, communists, cowboys, and killers. What do these all have in common? With the advent of cheap, mass production of books and magazines, these shocking subjects dominated popular American literature in the mid-20th century. Cover artists had a rather different, and challenging job- transforming pulp authors’ words into visually dynamic scenes that would grab…

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