The Brenham Buzz
Everything happening in Brenham and Washington County, Texas. Events, concerts, dining, high school sports, 4-H, golf, and community news, all in one place.
Main Street House
A contemporary, full-service bed and breakfast at 409 E Main St, just two blocks from Brenham's historic downtown square. Five guest rooms, a fresh approach to rest and wellness, and a favorite stop for Round Top antiques season visitors.
The Fresh Approach to Brenham Hospitality
Every guest room at Main Street House is inspired by the artwork within its walls. The experience is built around rest and wellness: chemical-free inside and out, local-first touches like mattresses made right here in Brenham, recycling, and comfort beyond comfort.
Perfect home base for Round Top antiques season, just minutes from the show, and a beloved stop for visitors from all over.
- 409 E Main St, Brenham, TX 77833
- Call (979) 221-2051
- www.mainsthouse.com
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Photos by De Wayne · From the 10-year Chamber of Commerce ribbon-cutting celebration at Main Street House
Plants N Things
This week we celebrate a locally owned garden center on Highway 36 in Brenham that describes itself, on its own website, as a small town nursery big on happy customers. It is a beloved stop for gardeners, plant parents, and first-time growers across Brenham and Washington County.
“A small town nursery big on happy customers”
A full-service seed-to-soil shop: flowers, shrubs, trees, seeds, and gardening supplies, plus a complete line of fertilizers, weed killers, and pest control with organic alternatives for the organically minded gardener, along with tools, gifts, and decor. The knowledgeable staff is known for friendly, personalized plant advice.
A favorite stop for greener thumbs all over Washington County, from first-time potting experiments to full spring garden overhauls, Plants N Things has the stock and the advice to match. Stepping through the greenhouse doors feels like visiting a neighbor who just happens to know every plant on the shelf.
- 3900 TX-36, Brenham, TX 77833
- Call (979) 836-9471
- www.brenhamplants.com
Curated by De Wayne Mortensen II · Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Hometown
Trail or Park of the Week
Every week we spotlight a real park, trail, or outdoor spot in Brenham and Washington County, researched from official sources. This week: Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site.
Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
Just a short drive from downtown Brenham, this state historic site along the Brazos River offers crushed-granite nature trails, a scenic river overlook, a pecan-grove picnic area with tables and grills, and a playground. Tickets required Wednesday through Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site
Home of the Week
The featured home is 214 Edward Ln in Brenham, Texas, offered For Sale By Owner at $220,000.
For Sale By Owner
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For Sale By Owner Home at 214 Edward Ln
214 Edward Ln, Brenham, TX 77833
This For Sale By Owner home at 214 Edward Ln in Brenham, Texas offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in 1,171 square feet of living space on a quarter-acre lot. Built in 1979 and offered at $220,000, it is the featured Home of the Week on The Brenham Buzz.
- 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
- Approximately 1,171 square feet of living space
- Quarter-acre lot (0.25 acres)
- Built in 1979 at 214 Edward Ln, Brenham, TX 77833
For Sale By Owner
This property is listed For Sale By Owner. Contact the owner directly or reach out to De Wayne for buyer representation.
For Sale By Owner · Verified November 2026
Rental Listing of the Week
A new weekly spotlight for rental homes in Brenham and Washington County.
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Floor Plan Rental Home at 1005 Briscoe St
1005 Briscoe St, Brenham, TX 77833
This week's featured rental at 1005 Briscoe St in Brenham, Texas offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and is available for $2,299 per month. The home also includes an added office or extra room that could be used as a fourth bedroom.
- 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
- Added office or extra room that could be used as a fourth bedroom
- Located at 1005 Briscoe St, Brenham, TX 77833
Featured Rental
Hand-picked for our rental listings. Contact us to schedule a viewing.
Upcoming Events in Brenham
38th Fall Festival of Roses
The 38th Fall Festival of Roses returns to the Antique Rose Emporium's display gardens, with thousands of antique and modern roses in bloom, garden shopping, and a festive fall atmosphere.
ShotVet Mobile Pet Vaccination Clinic
A ShotVet affordable pet vaccination clinic pop-up at PetSmart in Brenham, run by licensed veterinarians with no office or exam fee, covering dogs and cats. Walk-ins welcome. The schedule is confirmed on ShotVet's Find a Clinic page.
Milk and Honey Ranch Christmas Experience
A family Christmas experience at Milk and Honey Ranch featuring a manger scene, nativity display, goats and farm animals, a stage, and outdoor Christmas activities. Call (979) 221-6149 for details.
Free Things To Do This Weekend
Every week we round up genuinely free events and activities across Brenham and Washington County, each one confirmed through the Chamber event calendar, Downtown Brenham, city parks and recreation, the library, or an official event page. No tickets, no cover charge, no fine print. Just a great weekend ahead.
Chappell Hill Farmers Market
Washington County's GO TEXAN-certified farmers market returns for the second Saturday of the month with local produce, handmade goods, and food trucks. It is free to browse and shop.
Sew Sew Saturday at the Library
A free adult sewing class in the library's Program Room, held the second Saturday of each month. Space is limited to 10, so registration is required.
Brenham Youth Aviation Rally
Brenham NEXT and volunteer private pilots give local youth a free look at flight, including free plane rides for young people. A one-of-a-kind Sunday morning for the kids.
StoryWalk at Fireman's Park
A free outdoor reading trail with about 20 laminated children's book pages set along the park's half-mile walking path. A new picture book is featured each month, so walk, read, and soak up the fall weather.
Our weekend note: Fall is the best season to get out in Brenham and Washington County, and none of these picks costs a thing. Start Saturday morning at the market, learn something new at the library, and give the kids a Sunday they will remember at the aviation rally. Free, open to everyone, and pure small-town goodness.
Sources: Washington County Chamber of Commerce, Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library, City of Brenham Parks & Recreation, Brenham NEXT
Live Music This Week
Confirmed performances in Brenham and Washington County for the week ahead, pulled from venue websites, artist tour listings, and the Visit Brenham Texas event calendar. Every show below has been verified with its source, so you can plan your weekend with confidence.
Aaron Stephens at Grapevine on Main
Singer-songwriter Aaron Stephens brings live tunes to Grapevine on Main, the wine bistro tucked into Chappell Hill's historic 1915 building. A short drive from Brenham, it is a cozy way to ease into the weekend.
Henry Williams at 36 North Vineyard
Henry Williams performs a free Saturday afternoon set at 36 North Vineyard under the canopy of the 130-year-old live oak. Doors open at noon; grab a glass of Texas wine or a craft beer and settle in for the music.
Rumours: Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute
The acclaimed Fleetwood Mac tribute brings the classic hits, from "Go Your Own Way" to "Dreams" and "Landslide," to the historic Simon Theatre stage. Tickets are available through the Barnhill Center ticketing site.
Also worth knowing: Unity Theatre is between productions this week, and the Bluebonnet Opry presents its next monthly show with Haylie Bagwell and Kevin Carter on Thursday, November 19 at Silver Wings Ballroom on Hwy 105 in Brenham, doors 5:30 PM and show at 7:00 PM. Bluebonnet Opry schedule
Sources: venue websites, artist tour pages, and the Visit Brenham Texas event calendar
This Week's Featured Eateries
Three rotating picks from the dining guide, all rated 4.0 stars or better on their primary review source, plus our personal favorites. A new trio lands here every week.
Week of November 9, 2026
Neon Moon Coffee
12510 W Texas St, Burton
A locally owned specialty coffee roastery and cafe in downtown Burton roasting specialty-grade beans in-house since 2009. Espresso drinks and lattes, cold brew, Italian sodas, and teas are served alongside croissants, cinnamon rolls, and muffins in a cozy historic setting. A favorite stop on Washington County drives, with beans roasted in Texas within days of purchase.
Wild Flour Bakeshop
2650 Hwy 36 S, Brenham
A locally owned specialty dessert shop and bakery on Highway 36 South serving southern desserts and custom cakes: custom-decorated cookies, buttermilk chocolate and Biscoff pound cakes, cheesecake, king cake, turtle cinnamon rolls, sweet potato pecan pie, and cake slices by the piece. Owned by baker Latoya, from a family baking legacy.
Thai Cowboy
1306 N Park St, Brenham
The first Thai food in Brenham, a family-run food truck at The Compound on North Park Street. Chef Sasimaporn "Nang" Buchanan serves her famous spring rolls, chicken satay, fish cakes, pad thai, fried rice, and Thai tea, plus rotating specials like drunken spaghetti and mango sticky rice.
Downtown Shopping Spotlight
Shop local downtown Brenham. Antiques, gifts, art, and home decor from the shops that keep our historic square welcoming. New shops are featured regularly, so check back often.
Brenham Antique Center
304 W Main St, Brenham, TX 77833
Open Wed - Sun, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
A 10,000-square-foot storefront of antiques, vintage finds, specialty gifts, and furniture in the heart of downtown Brenham. Browse the aisles and you will find everything from farmhouse furniture, glassware, and one-of-a-kind treasures waiting for a new home.
Glissmann's Gift Gallery & Historic Drug Store
106 W Main St, Brenham, TX 77833
Call (979) 251-7625
A one-of-a-kind gift and collectible shop housed in an 1860s two-story masonry building on downtown Brenham's Main Street. Step inside for unique gifts, collectibles, and a little piece of Washington County history with every visit.
Visser Emporium
208 W Alamo St, Brenham, TX 77833
Call (979) 337-2693
Antiques, art, and home decor on Alamo Street in downtown Brenham's historic district. Visser Emporium is a favorite stop for unique pieces, local artwork, and decor that adds character to any space or home.
New downtown Brenham shops are featured regularly. Know a shop, gallery, or market we should shine a light on? Send us a note.
Live at Unity Theatre
From a renovated warehouse in Brenham's historic downtown, Unity Theatre brings live performance to Washington County. From a '50s jukebox musical to a gripping thriller.
Buy Tickets & SubscriptionsBrenham City Council
Meetings are held Thursdays 1st & 3rd of each month at 1:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall, 200 W Vulcan St, Brenham TX 77833. Public meetings are open to all residents. Next up: Thursday, November 19, 2026 and Thursday, December 3, 2026.
Schedule verified November 12, 2026
Latest News from the Area
City of Brenham Boil Water Notice Fully Lifted
The City of Brenham fully lifted its boil water notice Tuesday after lab results were provided to TCEQ, clearing the Liberty Village, Vintage Farms and Woodbridge neighborhoods under a boil order since Saturday's water main break.
No. 4 Brenham to Play for District Championship Against Belton
The No. 4 Brenham Cubs host Belton Friday at 7 p.m. at Cub Stadium in a winner-take-all District 8-5A Division II championship showdown, the regular-season finale for both unbeaten-in-district teams.
22 Brenham Junior High Students Earn TMEA All-Region Band Spots
Twenty-two Brenham Junior High band students earned TMEA All-Region Band spots after auditions in Cypress, competing against more than 1,000 students for one of the region's top honors.
Chamber Ribbon Cutting Watch
Celebrating new businesses, anniversaries, and growth across Washington County.
Ribbon Cutting - Triple Crown Bingo-Brenham
The Washington County Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting for Triple Crown Bingo-Brenham is listed on the Chamber's official events calendar. Confirm details with the Chamber before attending.
Chamber Events CalendarUpcoming ribbon cuttings are added as the Chamber announces them. Check the Chamber's official calendar for the latest schedule of grand openings, anniversaries, and new member celebrations.
News & Notes from Washington County
Work With De Wayne Mortensen II
De Wayne Mortensen II is a REALTOR with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Hometown and the curator and host of The Brenham Buzz. He serves the City of Brenham in Washington County, Texas, and the six surrounding adjacent counties.
De Wayne Mortensen II
Sales Associate, Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Hometown
- Call: (936) 727-8820
- Email: DeWayneSellsHomes@gmail.com
- Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Hometown
1811 S. Market St Unit A, Brenham, TX 77833
Service areas: the City of Brenham in Washington County, Texas, and the six surrounding adjacent counties.
Questions About Working With De Wayne
What areas does De Wayne serve?
De Wayne serves the City of Brenham in Washington County, Texas, and the six surrounding adjacent counties.
Which real estate company does De Wayne work with?
De Wayne is a Sales Associate with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Hometown, located at 1811 S. Market St Unit A in Brenham, TX 77833.
How much experience does De Wayne have in real estate?
De Wayne has over 20 years of experience helping people buy and sell property, and he is licensed in both Texas and California.
How can I book a consultation with De Wayne?
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