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BREWS

New Republic Brewing Co . A local brewery operated by Aggies , New Republic Brewing Co . has a schedule full of live music and good brews every weekend . newrepublicbrewing . com

What ’ s the Buzz Coffee Co . Buy roasted coffee beans from Africa , Latin America , or Indonesia , right from the comfort of College Station . Visit What ’ s the Buzz in College Station and learn about roasting coffee beans or try What ’ s the Buzz Coffee at The Village , Blue Baker , Village Foods , or HEB . whatsthebuzzcoffee . com

Messina Hof Winery & Resort World-class wines and hospitality abound at the Bryan vineyard Messina Hof Winery . Tastings , tours , and events fill out the summer calendar for Messina Hof . messinahof . com

Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail The Texas Bluebonnet Wine Trail consists of seven wineries in the beautiful Brazos countryside . Spend a day , weekend , or make it a summer goal to visit all seven and try the award-winning wines . texasbluebonnetwinetrail . com

Blackwater Draw Creating local craft beers , Blackwater Draw has two locations in the Brazos Valley . Blackwater Draw serves taproom brews as well as lunch , dinner , and weekend brunch . Check out blackwaterbrew . com for more information on beers , menus , and upcoming events .

WATER PARKS

Adamson Lagoon Dive into Adamson Pool , a 50-meter Olympic-size swimming pool built in 1976 , with a diving board and a wading pool . Adamson Lagoon also has two large water slides and a separate baby pool for younger children . The tropical atmosphere in this mini water park provides a fun and safe environment for the whole family . General admission is $ 6 and children who are two years or younger are free . Located in Bee Creek Park on 1900 Anderson Dr ., College Station . cstx . gov

Bryan Aquatic Center The Bryan Aquatic Center has a 175-foot water-slide , baby pool , diving boards , and plenty of space for the whole family to bask in the sun . The pool is open to the public throughout the year and available for rental after hours . Located on 3100 Oak Ridge Drive , Bryan . bryantx . gov

Lake Bryan Pack up the family to camp , boat , fish , swim , or jet ski at Lake Bryan . The Lakeside Icehouse and Grill on Lake Bryan opens every weekend for concerts , drinks , and food . lakebryan . com

Schlitterbahn Soak up the summer sun at Schlitterbahn Waterpark in Galveston , New Braunfels , Corpus Christi or South Padre Island . Save $ 5 on season passes through the end of May . schlitterbahn . com

SPORTS

Brazos Valley Roller Derby Head to the roller derby to see the Brazos Valley Roller Derby girls in action . Home games are located at the VFW Post in Bryan . brazosvalleyrollerderby . com

Brazos Valley Bombers Collegiate baseball season continues through the summer with the Brazos Valley Bombers . Playing at Cellucor Field , the Bombers season opens May 26 . bvbombers . com

PARKS AND RECREATION

Washington-on-the-Brazos Enjoy various events this summer at Washingtonon-the-Brazos . The farm is located within the Washington-on-the- Brazos State Historical Site off Highway 105 between Navasota and Brenham on FM 1155 . wheretexasbecametexas . org

FREE ENTERTAINMENT

First Friday The first Friday of every month , Downtown Bryan teems with activity , live music , free movie screenings , and artist demonstrations . First Friday is a great night out for the entire family . downtownbryan . com

Starlight Music Festival The Starlight Music Festival is a free concert series at Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater . Perfect for the entire family , bring a cooler and blanket and enjoy the music . Check the website for a full schedule of performers . cstx . gov / starlight

Movies in the Park Bring blankets , chairs and coolers to Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater for the Movies in the Park series . Watch family friendly features on the 32-foot inflatable high-definition screen . Admission is free . Check website for dates and features . cstx . gov / movies

George Bush Presidential Library and Museum The George Bush Presidential Library and Museum at Texas A & M University has a full schedule of events for the summer , including the Summer Film Series : Movies by the Pond . Enjoy family friendly films such as “ Homeward Bound ,” “ Babe ,” “ Flicka ,” and more . For a full schedule of events , visit bush41 . org .

Hot Nights , Cool Tunes Bring your lawn chairs and visit Downtown Brenham ’ s Courthouse Square for cool tunes in July . Free concerts will be held every Saturday night in July at 7 p . m . VisitBrenhamTexas . com

FARMERS MARKETS

Brazos Valley Farmers Market Take your family for a day of local , farm-fresh shopping every Saturday . Check out the Brazos Valley Farmers ’ Market in Downtown Bryan located between Main Street and Bryan Street , a few blocks north of William J . Bryan Parkway . All produce is locally grown . Stock up on fresh eggs , jellies , jams , honey , herbs , and garden crafts . brazosvalleyfarmersmarket . com

Bellville Farmers Market Get homegrown seasonal fruits and vegetables , grass-fed beef , seafood , herbs , baked goods , and more every first and third Saturday of the summer . Located in Bellville on the corner of Bell and Palm Street , one block off the Bellville Square . Opens at 9 a . m . bellvillefarmersmarket . com

The Farm Patch Purchase fruit , vegetables , food products , flowers , and other plants all in one place . Since opening in 1974 , The Farm Patch has become widely known and recognized for its quality , freshness , and overall “ Old Market ” appeal . Check it out at 3519 South College Ave . in Bryan . thefarmpatch . com

Home Sweet Farm Market & Biergarten A local food hub open daily , the Home Sweet Farm Market & Biergarten is a mecca of local produce , craft beer , wine , and entertainment . For daily hours , events , and more information , visit homesweetfarm . com .

PLAYS / MUSICALS

Passion / Assassins The Theatre Company presents “ Passion / Assassins ” June 16 – June 25 . For tickets and show times , visit theatrecompany . com / tickets .

Hello , Dolly ! The Theatre Company presents “ Hello , Dolly !” August 4 – August 20 . For tickets and show times , visit theatrecompany . com / tickets .

Leading Ladies Enjoy this comedy of two young actors in search of a

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