Good morning, Temple.

Temple residents are facing higher property taxes and water bills as the City Council increased rates, which will add about $300 to next year's expenses — residents are urged to adjust their budgets accordingly.

Temple residents may face an extra $300 in property taxes and water bills next year—Council raised these rates to adjust for budget needs.

Palette Knife Cookies Workshop

2-4:30 p.m. — 603 Pumpkin Dr, Temple, TX — $ — Learn to use a palette knife and royal icing to craft stunning floral cookies.

Open House for a Modern Home in Temple

2-5 p.m. — 8903 Sky Crest Drive — Free entry — Explore a solar-powered 3-bedroom home with smart features and energy efficiency.

Bunco and L,R,C Game Night

11 PM - 1:30 AM — Temple, 3869 Green Tree Lp, Temple, TX — $5 for Bunco + (3) $1 bills for L,R,C — Enjoy a lively night of dice games with friends and snacks.

The Beauty of the Feminine Genius

9:00 AM – 2:30 PM — Cedarbrake Catholic Retreat Center — Free entry — Discover insights into the gift of womanhood inspired by St. John Paul II's teachings.

Bob Appel Band Performance

8 PM – 12 AM — Bo's Barn Dancehall — $10 — Enjoy an evening of neo-traditional country music with Bob Appel and his band.

Evidence-Based Parenting Workshop

Full-day workshop — Central Texas Christian School — Free entry — Engage with insights on parenting through evidence-based research.