🗞️Midweek Waco Buzz

Good morning, Waco! This is the Waco Buzz, the local newsletter that is like an espresso shot in your inbox.

In today’s Waco Buzz:

• A Blimp over Waco

• Friends of the Library Book Sale

• Restaurant Spotlight: JD’s Waco

• Live Music and Events Lineup for Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

Let’s get to it.

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Buzzworthy News

🤓 Bookworm's Paradise: Waco's 61st Annual Book Sale Returns 📚

The Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library are thrilled to be back at the BASE at Extraco Events Center for their 61st Annual Book Sale. From November 14-17 (Thursday through Sunday), book lovers can indulge in a four-day extravaganza of hardcover and paperback books, DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, puzzles, and collectable items. With discounted prices starting at $1, this event promises to be a true bibliophile's dream come true.

🌎 Dicks Sporting Goods Blimp Soars Over Texas 🎈

The iconic Dicks Sporting Goods blimp was spotted flying over Waco, Texas, on Sunday as part of its journey across the state. This massive airship is one of only a few remaining operational blimps in the world, serving as a unique and eye-catching advertisement for the sporting goods retailer.

🎉 The Price is Right LIVE Comes to Waco in 2025! 🎰

The legendary game show The Price is Right™ is coming to the Extraco Events Center in Waco, TX on February 21, 2025. Tickets range from $35-$205, giving fans the chance to play classic games, win prizes, and even spin the Big Wheel - live on stage. Drew Carey won’t be hosting, but you still could have you name announced and possibly win new silverware or even a Winnebago. Grab tickets here.

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Restaurant Spotlight JD’s Waco

🍴 JD's: Waco's New Hospitality Hub for Dining, Events, and Community 🍽️

Introducing JD's, a dynamic new cafe and event space that has recently opened its doors in Waco, Texas. Founded by industry veteran Joshua (JD) Davis, JD's aims to be the place to "meet, eat, and celebrate with a generous heart." Offering a range of services, from chef-prepared catering and grab-and-go meals to an elegant event venue, JD's is poised to become a hub of hospitality in the local community.

What sets JD's apart is its commitment to fighting food insecurity and assisting those in need. A portion of every dollar spent at JD's will go towards these important initiatives, making it a socially conscious destination that nourishes both the body and the soul. With rave reviews for its delectable cuisine and exceptional service, JD's will quickly become a must-visit spot in Waco. Cafe hours are 7AM-6PM and you check it out today at 6500 Woodway Dr next to Firewater, Revitalize Skin MD, and Di Campli’s.

MIDWEEK EVENT LOWDOWN:

Tuesday

- Piano Hour 3:30 PM | Waco Hall
- Woodwind Hour 4:00 PM | Meadows Recital Hall
- Cocktails with Jen 5:00 PM | Hemingway’s Watering Hole
- Off the Clock Happy Hour 5:30 PM | Casa de Castillo
- Waco Life Drawing 6:00 PM | Cultivate 7twelve
- Beer Garden Yoga 6:30 PM | Brotherwell Brewing
- Books & Brews: The Last Words of James Joyce 6:30 PM | Hemingway’s Watering Hole
- Smarty Pints Trivia 7:00 PM | Southern Roots Brewing Co.
- Lakeith Jones 7:00 PM | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe | Tickets here
- Booze Clues Trivia 7:00PM | Dancing Bear Pub
- Z: The Story of David Zychek 7:00 PM | Waco Hippodrome Theatre | Tickets here
- Men's Basketball: Baylor vs Sam Houston State 7:00 PM | Foster Pavilion | Tickets Here
- Adult Pick-Up Roller Hockey 7:00 PM | Skate Waco Bellmead
- Trivia Night 7:00 PM | Sam's Bar
- Vinyl Night 7:00 PM | Hemingway's Watering Hole
- 2024 PACC Broadway Revue 7:30 PM | Performing Arts Community Center
- Baylor Theatre's "The Thanksgiving Play" 7:30 PM | Mabee Theatre
- Baylor Concert Jazz Ensemble 7:30 PM | Glennis McCrary Music Building
- Open Mic Night 8:00 PM | TurnUp Waco

Wednesday

- Wildlife Wednesdays | Cameron Park Zoo 
- The Meetup 9:00 AM | Startup Waco
- October Discovery Activity: Fall Leaf Lanterns 10:00 AM | Urban REAP
- Fabled Story-Time 10:30 AM | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe
- Open Paint 2:00 PM | Hammer & Stain
- Pint Night & Karaoke 4:00 PM | Barnett's Whiskey House
- Wednesday Night Farmers Market 5:00 PM | Bridge Street Plaza
- Spirit Night with Caritas Waco 5:00 PM | Chick-fil-A (Baylor)
- Kids Eat Free Wednesday 5:00 PM | 1424 Bistro
- Kids’ Sculpting Class 5:30 PM | Greater Waco YMCA | Register here
- Pop-Up Shop 5:00 PM | Lighthouse Coffee & Wine
- Wine Wednesday with Stan Wilfong 6:00 PM | Segovia Wine Bar
- Markus Miller 6:00 PM | Taqueria Mexicano Grill 15
- Slap Stix Trivia Night 6:30 PM | Torchy’s Tacos 
- Bachelorette Watch Party 7::00 PM | Hotel Herringbone
- Music Bingo 7:00 PM | Brotherwell Brewing
- Open Mic Night 7:00 PM | Last Chance Bar
- Vinyl Night 7:00 PM | Waco Ale Co.

Thursday
- October Discovery Activity: Fall Leaf Lanterns 10:00 AM | Urban REAP
- Health District Blood Drive 10:00 AM | Waco-McLennan County Public Health District
- 61st Annual Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library Book Sale 10:00 AM | Extraco Events Center
- Thirsty Thursday 11:00 AM | Pivovar
- Monthly Cruise-In 6:00 PM | Te’Jun Texas Cajun
- Glass Giveaway 6:00 PM | Dancing Bear Pub
- Music Bingo and Karaoke 6:00 PM | Waco Ale Co.
- 2K24 Car & Truck Extravaganza 6:00 PM | The Backyard
- Rachel & The Resistors 6:30 PM | La Fiesta Restaurant & Cantina
- KRIS with a K Music Bingo 7:00 PM | Waco Ale Co.
- Rick Berthod 7:00 PM | Segovia Wine Bar
- Bobby Dean & The Timeless Country Band 7:00 PM | Sul Ross Boot Scootin’ Dance Club
- Stars Over Texas Jamboree: Country & Country Edition 7:00 PM | Lee Lockwood Library and Museum | Tickets here
- Celeste Connally Author Talk 7:00 PM | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe
- Women's Basketball: Baylor vs East Texas A&M 7:00 PM | Foster Pavilion | Tickets Here
- Steaks, Sips, & Serenades 7:00 PM | Barnett's Whiskey House
- The Mysterious Circus 7:30 PM | Extraco Events Center | Tickets here
- Baylor Wind Ensemble 7:30 PM | Glennis McCrary Music Building
- Name That Tune Bingo 7:30 PM | Freight Bar
- Thursday Pool Tournament 8:00 PM | Clicks Billiards
- Songwriter Showcase 8:00 PM | Texas Music Cafe | $10

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