🍳 Mother’s Day Brunch, Glow Pickleball & Big New Braunfels News

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🎉 HAPPY FRIDAY, NEW BRAUNFELS!

It’s shaping up to be a packed weekend with so much fun to be had. Thanks for starting your Friday with us!

Here’s what’s inside today’s email:

🌊 What New Braunfels is doing to protect its water supply
🥞 A delicious Mother’s Day brunch plan at Krause’s
🎧 A Glow-in-the-Dark Pickleball Party in Canyon Lake
🎨 NBHS student makes history with a big win at VASE
🏡 A dreamy home with a detached guest house in T Bar M

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💧 WATER STRATEGY TAKES CENTER STAGE IN NEW BRAUNFELS

How drought, growth, and Canyon Lake are shaping the city’s water plans

As of May 7, Canyon Lake sits at just 46.1% full—down from nearly 58.5% this time last year. With Central Texas stuck in an exceptional drought and the New Braunfels population expected to double by 2040, the pressure is on to find sustainable water solutions.

City leaders and NBU say they're ahead of the curve. Seven different sources supply the city’s water, and NBU expects to meet demand through 2042, or even 2063 with conservation. Plans to expand the city's water reclamation facility and pursue Aquifer Storage Recovery (ASR) are already in the works.

But nonprofit leaders like Ryan Spencer of Comal Conservation are warning that every drop counts—and that low water levels will also impact tourism, recharge rates, and private wells if the drought persists.

🥂 MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH AT KRAUSE’S CAFE

Celebrate with live music, carving stations, and classic brunch favorites

Make Mom feel extra special this Sunday with a reservation at Krause’s Cafe. Their annual Mother’s Day Brunch will run from 9 am to 12:30 pm with live music by Jorge & Nicole and food stations including hand-carved meats, pancakes, omelets, eggs Benedict, fresh fruit, and more.

Reservations are $50 for adults and $20 for kids 12 and under. Seating is timed, so arrive as close to your ticket time as possible.

📍 Krause’s Cafe & Biergarten
📆 Sunday, May 11 | 9 am–12:30 pm
🎟️ Tickets and times: krausescafe.com

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SNEAK PEEK AT THIS WEEKEND👀

Here’s What’s Going On Around Town

FRIDAY

Friday Afternoon Club (Gruene Hall, 4:00 pm) - Wind down your week with this fun weekly club.

The Merles (Krause’s Cafe, 6:00 pm) - Enjoy classic country music with The Merles.

BALLET TEXAS PRESENTS BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (The Brauntex, 7:00 pm) - Witness the enchanting tale of Beauty and the Beast.

Cody Canada & The Departed (Gruene Hall, 8:00 pm) - Experience a unique Americana roots-rock performance.

Movie in the Park: Inside Out 2 (Landa Park, 8:15 pm) - Enjoy an outdoor screening of Inside Out 2.

SATURDAY

Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off (City Hall) - Dispose of household hazardous waste safely.

Freiheit Mother's Day Market (Freiheit Country Store, 11:00 am - 4:00 pm) - Enjoy shopping and delicious food at the Mother's Day market.

Mayfest 2025 (11:00 am - 4:00 pm) - A free festival filled with live music, food, and family-friendly activities.

Monte Good (Krause’s Cafe, 11:30 am) - Delight in traditional country music with Monte Good.

Johnny McGowan (Gruene Hall, 11:30 am) - Experience classic country tunes from Johnny McGowan.

BALLET TEXAS PRESENTS BEAUTY AND THE BEAST (The Brauntex, 2:00 pm) - Enjoy a family-friendly ballet of the classic story.

Dungeons and Dragons - Zero Session (New Braunfels Public Library, 3:00 pm) - Join us for an introductory session of Dungeons and Dragons.

RockCastle (Krause’s Cafe, 6:00 pm) - Enjoy a variety act performing your favorite hits.

An evening with Nashville duo Goldpine (The Redbird Listening Room, 7:30 pm) - Experience unique harmonies and storytelling from Goldpine.

The SteelDrivers (Gruene Hall, 9:00 pm) - Catch a performance from this acclaimed progressive bluegrass band.

SUNDAY

Mother’s Day Brunch (Krause’s Cafe, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm) - Celebrate with a special brunch featuring live music.

Mother’s Day High Tea (The Tea Charmer, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm) - Treat Mom to an elegant afternoon of tea and treats.

Bret Graham (Gruene Hall, 3:00 pm) - Enjoy vintage rock music with Bret Graham.

Kevin Fox (Gruene Hall, 6:30 pm) - Experience the roots and honky tonk sounds of Kevin Fox.

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✨ SATURDAY NIGHT: GLOW PICKLEBALL PARTY AT LAIRD’S

Grab your paddle and your party playlist—it’s gonna be lit

Laird’s Hideaway in Canyon Lake is turning the lights down and the party vibes up this Saturday for a Glow in the Dark Pickleball Party. Expect neon, music, and plenty of fun on the courts.

🎧 Glow starts at sundown
🎟️ $15 entry
📍 Laird’s Hideaway, Canyon Lake

Click here for more info.

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WE’LL TAKE GUAC WITH THAT…

🏡 FIND A HOME FRIDAY: HILL COUNTRY HIDEAWAY IN T BAR M

This stunning 4-bed, 3-bath home comes with a guest house—and plenty of charm

Looking for a private oasis with resort-style perks? This 2,869 sq ft home in T Bar M offers vinyl flooring, recessed lighting, a dreamy kitchen, and a guest house with its own kitchen and bath. Plus, it sits on a lush 1.05-acre lot.

💰 $860,000
📍 8 Trophy Ln, New Braunfels
🏡 See the listing on Zillow

BUZZ AROUND TOWN

Here are some important happenings around the New Braunfels area right now:

🧑‍🏫 NBISD Names New Carl Schurz Elementary Principal

Omar Diaz, a longtime educator and current assistant principal, will take the reins at Carl Schurz Elementary this summer. He brings strong bilingual education experience and deep ties to the New Braunfels community.

💪 Pilates Platinum Opens in New Braunfels

Heather Dorak’s upscale Pilates studio just opened at 1430 Unicorn Ave., Suite 103, offering 45-minute group classes. New members can try three classes for $30 and score a $99 monthly membership.

✈️ Council Connect: District 2 Event This Weekend

Councilmember Willis is hosting a come-and-go session this Saturday at New Braunfels National Airport from 11 am to 1 pm. Residents can ask questions and learn more about ongoing projects.

🏆 NBHS Student Wins Historic Art Award

Lauren Pszanowski’s animation “Whiskers in the Void” just earned the first-ever Gold Seal for NBHS at the Texas State Visual Art Scholastic Event (VASE). With over 30,000 entries, her recognition puts New Braunfels visual arts on the statewide map.

WEATHER FORECAST 

Here’s a look at the weekend weather forecast:

Friday: High: 83º | Low: 64º | 25% chance of precipitation

Saturday: High: 79º | Low: 62º | 15% chance of precipitation

Sunday: High: 83º | Low: 58º | 0% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: Off

Water Restrictions: Stage 2

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DID YOU KNOW?

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

Here are a few upcoming events you won’t want to miss!

🎶 May 15: Live @ Landa: Concert in the Park

🎤 May 15: Josh Turner at Gruene Hall

🛍️ May 17-18: Gruene Market Days

🎸 May 18: Robert Earl Keen at Gruene Hall

🍷 May 22: Come & Taste It Summer Edition: The Grapevine

Thanks!

Thanks for taking the time to read The New Braunfels Life today. Hope you have an exciting weekend!

Until next time,

— The New Braunfels Life Team