› The Grapevine in Gruene Wine Tasting Sample wines from Duchman Winery and craft beers from Real Ale at this monthly event. Thu., May 15, 6-8pm. Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Rd., New Braunfels, 830/606-1281.

› Supper Friends: Land and Sea Enjoy a multicourse meal of meat and seafood in a convivial atmosphere. Fri., May 16, 7-10:30pm. Swoop House at 2Dine4 Catering, 3012 Gonzales, 512/467-6600. $56.

› Asian American Resource Center Food Festival Rice: A Celebration of Asian American Culinary Pursuits is an Asian-American food festival with a food truck battle, informational vendor booths, and a panel discussion with some local Asian food notables. Sat., May 17, 10am-4pm. Asian American Resource Center,
8401 Cameron. Free.

› Beat the HEAT BBQ Challenge This day of family fun offers barbecue, live music, and a silent auction to benefit APD’s Police Explorer Program. Sat., May 17, 11am-9pm. Fiesta Gardens,

This article appears in May 16 • 2014.

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