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March 13, 2010 Events
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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March 13, 2010 X
Saturdays
5am-8pm. Flying L Guest Ranch. Family fun & entertainment featuring Duke Davis & Buckshot. Bar-B-Q chuck wagon dinner, wagon rides, roping lessons, and cowboy stage show. $25. 800-292-5134. flyingl.com
Saturdays
1pm-4pm. Bandera County Courthouse, 500 Main Street, Western display and strolling musicians. Sponsored by the Frontier Times Museum's Living History Project. Free. banderacowboycapital.com
March 13, 2010
2pm-4pm. Held at the Little Rock Church in Pipe Creek. Reservations only. Call 830-796-8209 or 830-612-2694 for further information.
March 1, 2010-May 31, 2010
Contest starts March 1. Deadline is May 31. The Texas Hill Country is a photographer’s paradise. Creeks are once again flowing, and the forecast calls for a green spring with plenty of wildflowers. Now is the time to dust off your camera and head outside to capture the beauty and mystique of this special region. Three top winners will receive $250 in cash! 13 winners will be featured in our popular 2011 Hill Country Calendar. Many photographers will be recognized with cameo shots throughout the Calendar. 512-560-3135. hillcountryalliance.org
Saturdays
Solo jazz piano every Saturday evening at the Uptown Blanco Restaurant, 317 Main St., from 6:30pm-9:30pm. Larry Natwick performs selections from the Great American Songbook. Repertoire includes compositions by Duke Ellington, George Gershwin, Bill Evans, Thelonious Monk. 830-833-1579. uptownblanco.com
March 13, 2010; March 20, 2010
2pm-3pm. Blanco State Park, Park Road 23. Head down to the river bank for a fun and informal introduction to fishing. A Park Ranger will be on hand to provide a basic safety and skills lesson and then will be there to help you catch the big one! Appropriate for adults, children and families new to fishing or experienced. Some poles and bait are available or you can bring your own. Accessible for the mobility impaired. 830-833-4333. tpwd.state.tx.us/blanco
March 13, 2010
10am-11am. Blanco State Park, Park Road 23. Hear the stories of the Civilian Conservation Corps Company #854 who built the park 75 years ago. We will tour park structures, see photographs of daily camp life, learn about architecture used and explore the impact the CCC had on Texas state parks. Wear sturdy walking shoes. Appropriate for adults and older children. 830-833-4333. tpwd.state.tx.us/blanco
Saturdays, ending December 31, 2010
9am. Guadalupe River State Park, 3350 Park Road 31. The Saturday morning walking tour of Honey Creek. Call in advance to confirm that the tour will be given on the particular Saturday you wish to visit. Honey Creek State Natural Area is 2293.7 acres located in western Comal County, approximately 30 miles north of downtown San Antonio. Suggested donation is $2 per person for persons 13 years and older or $5 per family. Friends of Guadalupe River or Honey Creek are free. 830-438-2656. tpwd.state.tx.us/honeycreek
Saturdays, ending November 13, 2011
8am-1pm. Veterans Plaza, 102 City Park Rd. A variety of seasonal fruits and veggies, canned items, jellies, pickles, local olive & olive oil soap, granola, fresh baked breads, grass fed beef, pastered chickens, local honey, nuts, farm fresh eggs, flowers, herbs & plants. 830-249-9511.
March 13, 2010-April 8, 2010
Garden Path Gallery, 136 S. Main St. An array of wildlife art featuring the paintings of Nancy Glazier, Judy Larson and Bonnie Marris, sculptures by Marianne Caroselli, Lenell Deane, Jim Gilmore, and Laurel Gregory. Show opening March 13, 4pm-8pm. 830-816-1796. gpgfineart.com
March 13, 2010
10am-11:30am. Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Rd. New plants are beginning to spring to life! Would you like to see exactly how that happens? Join us as we take a closer look at seeds and how they turn into plants. We'll plant a seed and you'll get to take it home and watch what happens! For kids from 3 to 103. Donations gladly accepted! (No drop-offs, please) 830-249-4616. cibolo.org
Saturdays
9am. A great place to buy home grown fruits and vegetables. Under the Austin Ave & Brady Ave overpass. 325-646-1422.
March 5-6, 2010; March 12-13, 2010; March 19-20, 2010; March 26-27, 2010
Friday evenings, Saturday afternoons. The time is 1906. Visitors will be booked into the Brown County Jail. They will be given a brochure that identifies historical characters they will meet when they go upstairs to the cell floor. There they will have the opportunity to interact with those they come in contact with to learn more of their background, history or crime. $7 admission. 325-641-1926. browncountyhistory.org
February 25, 2010-March 14, 2010; July 21, 2011-August 22, 2011
S.T.A.G.E., 1330 Bulverde Rd. Thrilling, tuneful, foot-stomping celebration of legendary man in black Johnny Cash, as told through the songs he composed, recorded and shared with the world. Thursday - Saturday show starts at 8pm. Sunday show starts at 2:30pm. 830-438-2330. stagebulverde.org
March 13, 2010
1:30pm-3pm. Inks Lake State Park, 3630 Park Road 4 West. Take in the natural beauty as we paddle along the flat water of Inks Lake and discover the features of Stumpy Hollow. Hear about the history of the lake, learn about local flora and fauna, and share your love of the kayak experience. A limited number of one-person kayaks are available at the park for rent or you may bring your own for a reduced rate. All participants will be required to wear a life jacket during the duration of the trip. Experience is highly recommended and participants must be 13 or older to join us. Reservations required, with a program minimum, deadline 7pm the evening prior to the event. $15 per person. 512-793-2223. tpwd.state.tx.us/inks
March 13, 2010; March 27, 2010
1pm-4pm. Inks Lake State Park, 3630 Park Road 4 West. With over seven miles of maintained trails, the park has areas in the backcountry few people ever get to experience. This hike explores much of this area offering overviews of the Llano uplift, Inks Lake and a variety of plant and animal life. Hikes are five-to-six-miles long, are strenuous, and previous hiking experience is recommended. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Wear good walking shoes, bring water and a hat. Meet at the parking lot just south of Park Headquarters. 512-793-2223. tpwd.state.tx.us/inks
February 4, 2010-March 14, 2010
Exhibited by Lucky Bat Contemporary Art, 205 State Highway 27. Works of art abstract and non-figurative from Hill Country artists. 830-431-0769. luckybat1.wordpress.com
March 13, 2010; March 12, 2011
Cooks' & Visitors' Party, Friday evening, March 12. Food, Drink & Dancing. Sanctioned & Amateur Cooks. Turn In Times: Beans 12pm, Amateur Chili 1pm, Sanctioned Chili 2 pm, Showmanship Judging 12-1:30pm. RVs Welcome. Entry Fees: $15 for Amateur Cooks, $20 for Sanctioned Cooks, $10 for Bean Cooks. Edward Albrecht, 830-995-2724.
March 13-14, 2010; March 20-21, 2010; March 27-28, 2010
11am-5pm. Shooting Star Museum, 5445 CR 5710. Come see the fields of bluebonnets, take a ride in a vintage car, enjoy the beauty of Texas in full bloom. Food and Drinks available. Bring your camera! Free Admission. Call 210-386-6038 for driving directions and road advisory.
February 27, 2010-April 25, 2010; July 6, 2011; August 5, 2011
10am-4pm. Fredericksburg Art Guild, 308 E. Austin Street. 10 inch by 10 inch and smaller. 830-997-4949. fredericksburgartguild.org
March 2-21, 2010; March 2-20, 2011
InSight Gallery, 244 W. Main St. InSight Gallery’s 2nd annual Texas Stampede Invitational Show will feature new work from some of Texas’ most talented artists. Both InSight gallery and guest artists will join together to capture the diversity and essence of art in Texas. What a great way to celebrate a great state and fantastic art! 830-997-9920. insightgallery.com
March 5-13, 2010; March 4-12, 2011
Join us as we ride The Original Texas Star Trail through Fredericksburg, Luckenbach, Stonewall, Johnson City, Blanco, Fischer, Wimberley and Driftwood. Each year, about 300 people take part in the 107 mile ride. It's the experience of a lifetime, and one you will not forget. We cross 40 cattle guards through more than 20 Hill Country ranches, including LBJ Ranch-Ranch Road 1 of the State of Texas. texasstartrail.com
March 5-7, 2010; March 11-13, 2010; March 18-20, 2010; March 25-27, 2010; April 1-3, 2010; April 8-10, 2010
Funtabulous! Enjoy this family-friendly live music entertainment experience filled with costumes, comedy and choreography every weekend. Show schedule is Friday 8pm, Saturday 4:30pm and 8pm, and Sunday 1:30pm. All seating is reserved, so please call 866-349-6688 or 830-997-ROCK for more information. rockboxtheater.com
March 13-20, 2010
10am-5pm. Pioneer Museum, 325 W. Main St. Frontier-style family fun activities and demonstrations. Reenactments and storytelling of the Buffalo Soldiers and members of the Lakota-Sioux tribe. Each day is something interesting and different. Admission is $5 per adult and $3 for children 6-17, Saturday to Saturday, except Sunday. 830-997-2835. pioneermuseum.com
March 13-20, 2010
An eight-day bicycle tour of Gillespie County. 40-, 70-, 100-mile routes each day. Headquarters at the Sunset Inn, 900 South Adams St. Cost is $99 and up. 806-499-3210. hellweek.com
March 13-14, 2010; April 17-18, 2010; May 29-30, 2010; June 19-20, 2010; November 13-14, 2010; March 12-13, 2011
10:30am, 1pm, 3:30pm. National Museum of the Pacific War, 328 East Main St. The program demonstrates weapons and strategies that were vital in the struggle for dominance in the Pacific theater in World War II. Re-enactors use landing craft, tanks, explosive charges, and even a flamethrower to explain and illustrate the equipment and tactics used by the American Army and Marines and the Imperial Japanese Army forces in WWII. The mock battle represents one such battle—the deadly struggle for island of Tarawa. $5 for adults, $3 for students. Free for children under age 6 and World War II veterans. 830-997-8600. pacificwarmuseum.org
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
106 N Nugent Ave Dining Thu-Sat, 5pm-10pm. Hill Country pickers circle every Sun. from 6pm-11pm, open mic, everyone invited to play and/or sing, plus home style meal with beer and wine specials. Schedule at website. 830-868-2182. friendlybarbistro.com
March 13, 2010
10am-4pm. Lakehills Civic Center, Park Road 37. Auction, Games and More. Sponsored by Lakehills United Methodist Church. 830-751-2404.
March 13, 2010
8am-4pm. Sponsored by American Legion Post 410, State Highway Park Road 37 & 26th St. Events features cook-off, flea market, arts & crafts and music. 210-838-4012.
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays
10am-5pm, Thursday through Saturday. 905 Third St. Group tours available by appointment. 830-798-2157. fallsmusueum.org
March 10
9am-4pm. Over 100 vendors with a variety of items on Main Street. Free admission. 830-693-2815, . marblefalls.org
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays
6pm-9pm. Reopens upon the return of the bats. 325-347-5970. 512-263-8878. nature.org/texas
March 13, 2010
1pm-6pm. Since 1960 Operation Orphans has given youngsters the opportunity to know the excitement and thrills of hunting in the Hill Country. Refreshments will be served. Guest speakers and tours of facilities. Please come and join us as we celebrate our 50 years of working with the children's homes and foster homes of Texas. Everyone welcome. 325-347-6745. operationorphans.org
Saturdays
Open every Saturday, rain or shine, 9am to 1pm. 148 S. Castell Ave. 50 plus vendors featuring locally grown fresh produce, cheeses, meats, jams and jellies, flowers, art and much, much more! Enjoy live music and onsite chef demonstrations. “Yoga at the Market” – Every Saturday, free yoga classes on-site. 9am for the experienced student, 10am for first timers and beginners. Bring a mat, water bottle and towel. 830-629-2223. nbfarmersmarket.com
March 13, 2010; January 22, 2011; February 19, 2011; March 19, 2011
11:30am-1pm. Dry Comal Creek Vineyards, 1741 Herbelin Rd. Nothing is better on a cold day than a steaming bowl of soup and a glass of wine! Join us for our time honored tradition that cures cabin fever and the chill of the winter doldrums. We'll have the tasting room nice and cozy to warm your toes, while our savory soup (plus other goodies) and wine to warm your bellies! Each Soup Saturday ticket offers you soup, salad or tapa, bread, dessert and your choice of two glasses of non-reserve wine. See the menus and details on our website. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $30.00 plus tax per person or $25.00 plus tax per person when four or more tickets are purchased. 830-885-4076. drycomalcreek.com
March 13, 2010
6pm-11pm. Rock 'N Roll for Kids is a fun evening of food, dancing, and activities. Held at the New Braunfels Civic Center, 390 S Seguin, entertainment is provided by Johnny Dee & the Rocket 88s. A gourmet dinner is prepared by River City Catering, and live and silent auctions offer unique, one-of-a-kind items. A men's great legs contest adds to the fun of the evening. All proceeds support Communities In Schools programs. 830-620-4247, ext. 16.
March 13, 2010
1:30pm-3:30pm. US Hwy. 290 East. Come join us in exploring the origins of space and flight. Children of all ages can make an old fashioned kite. Materials will be furnished. The lesson of recycling and using materials, which are free, will be stressed. Kites from home are welcomed also. 830-644-2252. tpwd.state.tx.us/park/lbj
Saturdays
Wimberley Valley Watershed Association offers tours every Saturday at 10am (except holidays). 221 Woodacre Drive. Free. Donations welcome. 512-722-3390.
Saturdays
Old Oaks Ranch, 601 Old Oaks Ranch Rd. Every Saturday at 11am and 1pm, the ranch will be offering ranch tours to see the alpacas, sculptures, and fibers. 512-847-8784. theoldoaksranch.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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