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Lost Pets Found with Technology, Baylor Men's Basketball play John Calipari's Arkansas team in Dallas, and a lot of live music and events happening this week

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Good morning, Waco! This is the Waco Buzz, the newsletter that makes you the most interesting person at the water cooler.

In today’s Waco Buzz:

  • Neighborhood Bakery Grand Opening Date

  • Live Music around Waco this weekend

  • “Where are we?!” 📷

  • Open House 🏠

Let’s get to it!

Buzzworthy News

🍞 New in Town: Neighborhood Bakery! 🍕
Downtown Waco's newest spot, Neighborhood Bakery, opens November 15th at 506 Austin Ave next to Dichotomy! This cozy grab-and-go bakery and pizzeria, led by chefs Victor and Laurie, serves up fresh artisan breads, croissants, pastries, and Roman-style pizzas—all crafted with Texas love. Stop by for delicious homemade treats and follow their journey on Instagram: @neighborhoodbakerywaco.

🐾 Lost Pets Waco: Find Your Furry Friends! 🚀
Misplaced your pet? Lost Pets Waco is your MIB (Missing in Bark) for lost companions! Their high-tech map provides real-time updates from Animal Control, showing photos and locations to reunite you with your pet. Microchipped pets reclaimed within 72 hours are free! Keep pets out of the shelter and back where they belong—home. Visit lostpetwaco.com for more info!

🏈 Micah Parsons Football Camp - Waco Spots are filling up quickly.

When: April 5, 2025, 9 AM - 1 PM

Where: Bishop Reicher High School, 2102 N 23rd St, Waco

Join Dallas Cowboys football star Micah Parsons and expert coaches for a high-energy football camp for ages 6-16. They will enjoy hands-on drills, skill-building, and fun competition. Campers will receive a team photo, T-shirt, and sponsor goodies! Register individually, and spots are limited! More information and registration here.

Where are we? 📸

Each Friday, watch this space for a random snap from somewhere in Waco.

Where are we?


Only a true Wacoan will know. The last few weeks I’ve been blown away at how many people have guessed correctly so we are taking the challenge up a notch.

Reply to this email with your guess. If you are right, you’ll get a shoutout in the Buzz next week!

And don’t forget! Tag @Waco.Buzz on IG to get your photos in the Buzz!

WEEKEND EVENT RUNDOWN

Friday
- Conectar-Connect: Teaching Waco’s Mexican-American Experience 11:30 AM | Waco Family Medicine | Register here
-  Wheel-Throwing Workshop 6:00 PM | Black Oak Art
- Watercolor & Wine Night 6:00 PM | Fabled Bookshop & Cafe | Tickets here
- Jennifer Pisarcik & Jon Fox 6:00 PM | 1424 Bistro 
- Block Printing Workshop 6:00 PM | MAKER’s EDGE Creation Studio | Tickets here
- New England Picnic 6:30 PM | Baylor Club
- Monte Rose 6:30 PM | Slow Rise on the Brazos
- Friday Game Night 7:00 PM | Lighthouse Coffee & Wine
- Karaoke Night 7:00 PM | The Will
- Neon Whiskey 7:00 PM | Mynar’s Bar
- The Suspect Named Jesus 7:00 PM | Performing Arts Community Center | Tickets here
- Brian Brown 7:30 PM | Lounge ’93
- McLennan Community Orchestra Fall Concert 7:30 PM | MCC Ball Performing Arts Center
- Out Loud 8:00 PM | Blue Pup Wine & Martini Bar
- Texas Country Dance Night 8:00 PM | Barnett's Whiskey House
- Gavin Adcock with Vincent Mason (SOLD OUT) 8:30 PM | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill
- Raymond Orta & John "Polar Bear" Gonzalez in concert 8:30 PM | The Hippodrome
- EDM Night 9:00 PM | Tandem Rooftop Bar

Saturday

- Waco Farmers Market 9:00 AM | 500 Washington Ave
- China Spring Farmers & Craft Market 9:00 AM | 301 Illinois Ave
- Jubilee of Health and Wellness 10:00 Am | Jubilee Food Market Parking Lot
- Waco Bounce Day 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Waco, Texas
- Homestead Weekly Market 10:00 AM | Homestead Heritage
- Storytime 1:00 PM | Barnes & Noble
- Volleyball: Baylor vs UCF 1:00 | Ferrell Center
- LEGO Holiday Build 2:00 PM | Barnes & Noble
- Tempranillo Retrospective 2:00 and 5:00 PM | Valley Mills Vineyards | Tickets here
- Free Coffee Tasting & Cupping Event 2:00 PM | Lighthouse Coffee & Wine
- 4th Annual Sanger Avenue PorchFest 2:00 PM | Sanger Heights
- 2024 Epiphanies New Works Festival 2:30 PM | Cultivate 7twelve | Tickets here
- Craft Fair and Fall Fest 4:00 PM | The Arc of McLennan County
- The Suspect Named Jesus 5:00 PM | Performing Arts Community Center | Tickets here
- Latte Art Competition & Board Game Night 6:00 PM | For Keeps Coffee | Register here
- Neighborhood Night 6:30 PM | Common Grounds Franklin
- Dr Pepper Paranormal Experience 7:00 PM | Dr Pepper Museum & Free Enterprise Institute | Tickets here
- Live Jazz Saturday with the Dave Wild Duo 7:00 PM | Segovia Wine Bar
- Abi Mae 7:00 PM | Waco Ale Co. 
- Rewind Party Band 7:00 PM | The Will
- Cameron Park Zoo Stampede (REGISTRATION CLOSED) 7:30 PM | Cameron Park Zoo
- New Music Ensemble 7:30 PM | Glennis McCrary Music Building
- Danae Hays 8:00 PM | Waco Hippodrome Theatre | Tickets here
- Don Louis 8:30 PM | Backyard Bar Stage & Grill | Tickets here

Sunday

- Waco Life Drawing 1:00 PM | Cultivate 7twelve | 18+
- Mystery Book Club: Legacy 2:30 PM | South Waco Library
- Matinee Dance with the Heart of Texas Road Gang 3:00 PM | Karem Shrine
- 2024 Texas Baptists Annual Meeting 3:00 PM | Waco Convention Center
- A Central Texas Salute - Special Edition Car Meet 3:30 PM | On The Border Mexican Grill & Cantina
- Baylor Euphonium-Tuba Ensemble 4:00 PM | Glennis McCrary Music Building
- Gordon Collier Band 5:00 PM | The Will
- Swap Don't Shop 5:00 PM | Cultivate 7Twelve
- 2024 Epiphanies New Works Festival 5:00 PM | Cultivate 7twelve | Tickets here
- Segovia Cellar Fall Preview Tasting (members only) 5:30 PM | Segovia Wine Bar

OPEN HOUSE
We’ll give you a few facts about the listing and you guess the price.

Discover the timeless charm of 2828 Austin Avenue 🏠✨✨

  • This century-old, historic Waco home is surrounded by fourteen magnificent trees and has been home to only four families.

  • Step inside to find a spacious layout with formal and informal living rooms, intricate ceiling murals, and graceful arches that add a touch of artistry.

  • The second-floor primary suite boasts dual vanities, his and hers closets, and private patio doors that connect seamlessly to the outdoors.

  • Outside, a secluded backyard offers a garden paradise with a tranquil fountain and mature trees, plus a two-car garage with an apartment above—ideal for additional income or guest space.

Can you guess the price of this historic beauty? Scroll to the end of the email to see if you guessed right.

(Are you a realtor interested in getting your brand highlighted with each featured open house? Reply to this email to learn more)

Baylor Sports

Volleyball: Baylor vs UCF on Saturday at 1:00 PM | Ferrell Center | Tickets Here

Football: Baylor has a BYE week as they prepare for West Virginia next Saturday.

Basketball: Baylor Men’s Basketball vs Arkansas Sunday 6:30 PM | American Airlines Center | Tickets Here

Save the Date: NCAA Tennis Singles and Doubles Championships will be held at the Hurd Tennis Center November 19-24. Grab Tickets Here

THANKS!

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