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The Texas Hill Country, sun splashed hills rolling into the distance, is home to historic towns bursting with character, personalities, and great things to do. Looking for a fun weekend with festivals, fairs, shopping, food, sightseeing, and more? The Hill Country Current is full of articles, advertising and special events.
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Hill Country Events Calendar
Welcome to the Hill Country Current's Events Calendar. We strive to collect events from all over the region to be included in our publication and on our website. If you'd like to see an event added to our calendar, or see an event that needs to be updated, contact us today.
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Fredericksburg, TX X
Fredericksburg, Texas, is the county seat of Gillespie County. Fredericksburg is home to 10,530 people.
February 3-26
10am-4pm. Fredericksburg Art Guild, 308 E. Austin St. A variety of yummy art to feast your eyes on, created by youth in the community. Closed Tuesdays. 830-997-4949. fredericksburgartguild.org
February 3-25
10am-5:30pm. Whistle Pik Galleries, 425 E. Main Street. Featuring work by gallery artists who paint with a romantic touch. View the show during regular hours. 830-990-8151. whistlepik.com
February 4
10pm-5:45pm. Artisans at Rocky Hill, 234 West Main St. Join us for this premier showing featuring art by the students of Suzanne McComack of Heritage School. 830-990-8160. artisansatrockyhill.com
February 4
8pm. Turner Club, 103 W. Travis St. Dance the night away. Non-members $10. 830-997-2509.
February 4-5; February 11-12; February 18-19
Becker Vineyards and Lavender Farm, 464 Becker Farms Road. Watch a guest chocolatier at work and sample hand-made chocolate creations along with Becker’s new vintage of Merlot. Sat 10am-6pm. Sun noon-6pm. Free. 830-644-2681. beckervineyards.com
February 4
10am-noon. Pioneer Museum, 325 W. Main St. Learn more about the needle arts of days gone by including knitting, crochet, quilting and embroidery. Enjoy demonstrations and even participate - all skill levels are welcome! Free with museum admission. 830-990-8441. pioneermuseum.net
February 5
11am. Concert, noon. Gillespie County Fairgrounds, Highway 16 South. Drive-thru or dine-in and support the Fredericksburg Band Boosters. Enjoy good food and a multi-band concert and raffle. $8 per plate at the door. 830-456-1226. gillespiefair.com
February 10-12; February 17-19
Includes 22 wineries in the Texas Hill Country. Purchase tickets. texaswinetrail.com
February 11
Gillespie County Fairgrounds, Highway 16 South. Festive night for charity. 830-998-7111. festnacht.com
February 11
11am-4pm. Rheingold, 334 Rheingold School Road. Cave Creek, 470 Cave Creek Rd Join the Friends of Gillespie County Country Schools Trail for their open house. Color coded maps of the trail are available at the Visitor Center at 302 E. Austin Street. 830-997-5116. historicschools.org
February 11
7:30pm. Zion Lutheran Church, 426 W. Main. Offering new vocal and instrumental music, poetry and art by community members. By donation. fredericksburgchorale.com
February 17-March 4
Fri-Sat, 7:30pm. Sun, 2pm. The Steve W. Shepherd Theater, 1668 Highway 87 South. Box office, 306 E. Austin St. The groundbreaking musical based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew that showcases the parables of Jesus through clowning, pantomime, charades and vaudeville. Don’t miss this riveting and entertaining musical with its unique reflection on the life of Jesus and its message of kindness, tolerance and love. Call for tickets. 830-997-3588. fredericksburgtheater.org
February 17-19; March 16-18; April 20-22; May 18-20; June 15-17; July 20-22; August 17-19; September 14-16; October 19-21; November 16-18; November 23-25
Fri-Sat, 9am-6pm. Sun, 9am-4pm. US 290 East. Shop with over 350 vendors and 6 barns in 1 location every third weekend of the month. Acres of antiques, collectables and much more. Peruse the displays, enjoy live music or a snack from the on-site Biergarten. $3 parking fee is good all three days. 830-990-4900. Vendor info, 210-846-4094. fredericksburgtradedays.com
February 18
10am. Eyfells and Eyfells, 9068 Highway 290 East. Walking tour of sculptor Johann Eyfells’ 10 acre property which includes 3 exhibit buildings, outdoor exhibits and the showing of a documentary film on the artist’s life and work. Free. 830-990-9605. eyfellsandeyfells.com
February 18
2pm. Torre di Pietra Vineyards & Winery, 10915 Highway 290 East. New this year at Torre di Pietra Winery will be an ongoing series of jazz performances, this month featuring the Trevor LaBonte Trio. Music is free, but wine tasting fees apply. 830-644-2829. texashillcountrywine.com
February 18-19
Sat, 9am-5pm. Sun, 10am-4pm. Gillespie County Fairgrounds, Highway 16 South. Display and sale of guns, knives, accessories, fishing and outdoor sports equipment, jewelry, books and more. $5. Kids 12 and under free. 830-285-0575. texasgunandknifeshows.com
February 18
7pm. Hangar Hotel, 155 Airport Dr. Fredericksburg’s newest event is destined to become February’s hottest ticket with beautiful ice sculptures, vodka and bourbon bars, wine fountain, cigar suite, and that’s just the beginning. Everything will be transformed into a Winter Karneval, including, we hope, you! Hosted by Fredericksburg Area Lodging & Hospitality Association. 830-998-1981. karnevalfasching.com
February 19
3pm. Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano St. Presented by Fredericksburg Music Club. American guitarist Christopher McGuire commands the many expressive qualities of the guitar with what one critic called "unselfconscious intensity." His engaging performance style invites people of all ages to feel they are taking part, not just taking a seat. By donation. 830-997-7679.
February 19
10am-3pm. Admiral Nimitz Museum, 340 E. Main St.. 830-997-1921.
February 24
Admiral Nimitz Foundation and the National Museum of the Pacific War, 328 E. Main St. As part of its Distinguished Speaker Series, the Admiral Nimitz Foundation will present an evening with Secretary Baker on the anniversary of the 127th birthday of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz. A very limited number of tickets are available for this cocktail party, dinner and presentation by Secretary Baker. 830-997-8600. nimitz-museum.org
February 24
340 E. Main Street. Patriotic concert by the Fredericksburg Middle School Choir at 1pm followed by the cake cutting in the Ballroom at 1:30pm. Free museum admission for anyone sharing the same birthday; otherwise, admission to event is free. Free with museum admission. 830-997-8600. nimitz-museum.org
February 25
9am-4pm. Hampton Inn, 515 E. Main St. Join us for a wonderful women-only event. Practical, playful insight to refresh your sprit and renew your life at our one-day workshop. You will be served a beautiful lunch and delectable dessert, with tea and coffee available all day. Presented by Sheila Sattler Kale and Lorrie Hess. $65, includes lunch. Save $10 each when registering with a friend. 830-998-2722.
March 2-17
Artisans at Rocky Hill, 234 W. Main St.. “Resinate” an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr. Premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces. 15 to 20 of Kurtis’ latest pieces will be on display. Mar 3, 2pm-5pm, Kurtis will wrap, splash, sprinkle & “resinate” his canvases for viewers interested in his uniquely imaginative processes.
(more) 830-990-8160. artisansatrockyhill.com
March 2; April 6; May 4; June 1; July 6; August 3; September 7; October 5; November 2; December 7
A tradition in Fredericksburg, with galleries open until 8pm. Painting and fine craft demonstrations, casual art talks, opportunities to meet artists, special showings and entertainment. Experience the Fredericksburg art scene up close and personal while enjoying fine wines from local wineries and beyond all day long. Participating galleries are Artisans at Rocky Hill, Charles Beckendorf Gallery, Fredericksburg Art Gallery, The Good Art Co., Rodeo Studio Gallery, Uptown Market, Whistle Pik Galleries, Fredericksburg Art Guild and InSight Gallery. firstfriday-fbg.blogspot.com
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Events and more for Jan. 2012
 Boerne Performing Arts, Mardi Gras in Port Arthur, new condos in Dripping Springs, homes in the Hill Country, and more.
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