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May 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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May 1, 2010
Bring your own cattle brand and brand the bar in the newly renovated dance hall. Dance and listen to the music of Bill Rice. Dance Hall opens at 5pm. Branding from 5pm to 6pm. No cover charge if you bring your own brand. All other cover charge is $5 per person. alberttexas.com
May 7, 2010
The Historic Albert Dance Hall will open its doors once again for the Grand Opening May 7th featuring Aaron Watson. Go to our web site for more details. alberttexas.com
May 1-30, 2010
Tuesday through Sunday, 9:30am-5pm. 360 Gallery of Austin, 6720 Capital of Texas Highway. Reception, May 16, 1pm-3pm. 360 Gallery of Austin proudly presents Ms. Sreedevi Nair's oil painting exhibition. Her art work emphases on nature inspired oil and water color paintings. In this exhibition Ms. Nair will show her landscape oil painting that reflect Texas scenes. Also, she will show some of the portraits in oil. Free admission, free parking and wheelchair accessible. 512-346-6789. 360galleryofaustin.org
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
April 13-15
Wagon Races are Cowboy NASCAR. Open pasture horse drawn wagons compete at break-neck speeds. Wagons from AR, LA, MO, OK, TN & TX. Visitors welcome to bring their horses and camp on the grounds. Friday night Ranch Rodeo, Races on Saturday and Sunday. Sponsored by 2E Twin Elm Guest Ranch. For questions, reservations or to learn more, contact 2E Twin Elm Guest Ranch at 830-796-3628 or toll free at 888-567-3049. twinelmranch.net
March 5, 2010; April 2, 2010; May 7, 2010
7am-9am. Silver Sage Corral, 803 Buck Creek Drive. Benefits Bandera County Senior Activity Center. 830-796-4969. silversagecorral.org
May 21-23, 2010
Silver Spur Guest Ranch, 9266 Bandera Creek Road. For mothers, daughters, sisters and friends, 11 years and up. A fun-filled weekend with horseback riding, barrel racing, pole bending, Saloon night with TX Hold'em, best dress competition, Western entertainment, Karaoke, and much more. Comfortable accommodations, home cooked delicious meals, the entire event program and gift bag; 3 days/2 nights weekend at $299 per person or $189 for 11-14 years old, plus tax and service fee. Save money by bunking starting 3rd person in the same cabin. Limited space available; call now for more information and reservations. 830-796-3037. silverspur-ranch.com
April 16, 2010; May 21, 2010; October 22, 2010
7pm-11pm. Doors open at 5:30pm. Farm Country Club, 475 Pue Road. The Bandera Dance Club is the place to be if you want to move to the music of the Almost Patsy Cline Band. There are two door prizes at each event, one for members and another for everyone. Open to couples and singles. The dances are not members only. Chuck and Sheri Levert teach free dance lessons during the hour preceeding the dance. Download the membership form online. $15 for non-members. Membership fees are pro-rated throughout the year as dances are held. Lanette Pennell, 210-844-8549. almostpatsyclineband.com
May 28-30, 2010; May 27-29, 2011
8pm each evening. Mansfield Park. Hosted by Cowboy Capital Rodeo Association. Events at this Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association-sanctioned rodeo include bull riding, barrel racing, bareback riding and more. Kids' events include mutton busting, calf scramble and stickhorse races. Admission is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages six to 12. Children ages five and younger are free. 830-796-7207. banderarodeo.com
May 28-30, 2010
Ride will take place at the Twin Elm Guest Ranch, 810 FM 470. Spike Parker, 512-470-0113. banderaregulars.org
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
Fridays
2pm-5pm. Tour at 4pm. 231 San Saba Ct.. 830-833-2534. realalebrewing.com
Thursdays, ending October 7, 2010
10am-11:30am. Blanco State Park, Park Road 23. Early exposure to and good experiences in nature are key to a child's future relationship and stewardship of our natural resources. This class is a relaxed and inviting experience for parents and young children (age 1-5) to enjoy nature together (no more than three children per adult please). Activities will include walks, meeting plant and animal friends and hearing stories. Parents will remain with children for entire class and should dress themselves and their child for outside activities. Check at Park Headquarters for directions to class location. 830-833-4333. tpwd.state.tx.us/blanco
May 8, 2010
7pm. Yett Memorial Park, south of town on US Hwy. 281. Followed by a dance at 9pm. $10 admission. Darrel West, 512-940-7073.
May 22, 2010; May 21, 2011
Join Real Ale Brewing and Bicycle Sport Shop in bicycling the hills in and around Blanco while supporting the Blanco community. The route will take you through gentle rolling hills ranging in distances from 15, 30, 50, 65 and 80 miles. Volunteers needed. $50 ride registration. Tax-deductible donations also accepted. Bicycle Sport Shop, 512-477-3472. realaleride.com
May 29, 2010
1pm-4pm. Rain Bird Gallery, 103 Main St. Meet the nationally known artist who loves to paint Texas and New Mexico Landscapes. 830-833-5900.
March 27-28, 2010; April 24-25, 2010; May 29-30, 2010; July 31, 2010-August 1, 2010; August 28-29, 2010; September 25-26, 2010; October 30-31, 2010; November 27-28, 2010; December 31, 2010-January 1, 2011
10am-4pm. Yett Park. On US Hwy 281 2 miles south of Blanco, just 1/4 mile north of RR 32. Hand crafted items, antiques, hand-made furniture, wood and metal work, jewelry, candles, clothing, knives, and more. Chili cook-off in December. Free to public. 830-833-4460. blancotradedays.i8.com
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.
May 8, 2010
4pm-8pm. Garden Path Gallery, 136 S. Main St., will be introducing new works. Visit with Bill Zaner, an icon among Texas hill country artists, who has spent the better part of his 75 years painting Texas first hand from from coastal beaches to the mountains and forests to the desert. He will be signing copies of his book, Landscapes of Texas, a collection of sketches and watercolor studies. 830-816-1796. gpgfineart.com
May 8, 2010; June 5, 2010; June 26, 2010; July 10, 2010; July 24, 2010; August 14, 2010; August 28, 2010; September 11, 2010; May 14, 2011; May 28, 2011; June 11, 2011; June 25, 2011; July 9, 2011; July 23, 2011
7:30pm-10pm. Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Rd. Family-friendly outdoor concert series amid the oaks and the evening stars. Proceeds benefit nature-education programs. Bring lawn chairs or blankets, picnics, kids, grandparents and nice dogs on leashes. $10; $7.50 CNC members; $5 for 65 and up; free for kids 12 and under (except June 5). 830-249-4616. cibolo.org
May 13, 2010
9am-noon. Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Rd. Volunteers, grab your hat, gloves and sun screen and head for the Nature Center on Second Saturdays. This is our regular grounds maintenance day. Meet at the pavillion at 9 AM for your assignments. It's always a good idea to call the Nature Center to confirm 803-249-4616. cibolo.org
May 14-29, 2010
The theatre production for the Boerne Community Theatre, 907 East Blanco Rd., will feature the PG Comedy “Remember Me?” The performances: Thursdays at 7:30 pm, Fridays & Saturdays at 8pm, and Sundays at 2:30 pm. Call 830-249-9166 for reservations. boernetheatre.org
May 15, 2010; May 7, 2011
10am-5pm. Main Plaza. Bring your family and friends to see the wonderful quilts that will be on display along with all the fun activities.
May 22, 2010; July 24, 2010; August 28, 2010; October 23, 2010; November 20, 2010
VFW Building in Richards Park, 305 Memory Lane. Offers a wide variety of items for everyone's needs and desires. The event features area vendors with jewelry, arts & crafts, food, furniture and much more. Free entry. Joy Robinson, 325-597-9023, .
May 7-8, 2010
Enjoy one of the oldest German festivals in Texas! Colorful parades, spectacular pageants, food. 1-888-BRENHAM. maifest.org
Saturdays
9am. A great place to buy home grown fruits and vegetables. Under the Austin Ave & Brady Ave overpass. 325-646-1422.
May 7-8, 2010
8:30am-3:30pm. 200 State Highway Park Road 15. There will be a Catch & Release fish tank for school age children, Operation Game Thief Trailer, Cowboy History, and the Buffalo Soldier Program. Saturday night there will be live music on the patio of the visitors' center. All facilities will be open for viewing on Saturday. Bring your families out for a day of fun. Remember: No fishing license required inside the state park! 325-784-5223.
May 13, 2010
2pm-4pm. Nationally renowned Southern Gospel artists The Kingsmen and The Melody Boys Quartet will be the featured performers at Howard Payne University's 7th Annual Singin' With the Saints concert. $13 per person. 800-950-8465. 325-649-8006.
Fridays, ending December 31, 2010
5pm-6pm. Inks Lake State Park, 3630 Park Road 4 West. After a brief safety and basic fishing skill instruction, children will get a chance to go fishing with a Park Ranger and a Master Naturalist. This is a catch and release program that introduces fishing to our youngsters. A limited amount of fishing equipment (including poles and bait) is available to check out through the Tackle Loaner Program at the park, or bring your own. Adult supervision is highly recommended. 512-793-2223. tpwd.state.tx.us/inks
May 5, 2010; May 12, 2010
7:30am-9:30am. Inks Lake State Park, 3630 Park Road 4 West. Have your breakfast with the birds as you enjoy a special treat exploring the beautiful shoreline of Inks Lake. Witness native birds, wildlife, plants, geology and special features of our Hill Country treasure! All these sites are available from the quiet of our wonderful electric boat. The park will provide lifejackets for each individual, along with binoculars, bird books and other informative resources. Limit of 10 guests per tour. Weather permitting, call to confirm on the day of the tour. Reservations required, deadline Thursday before tour. $16 Texas State Parks Pass members, $20 non-members, $16 senior citizens and children 12 and under. 512-793-2223. tpwd.state.tx.us/inks
May 14-15, 2010; May 20-21, 2011
The Burnet Ol’ Time Fiddlers Contest has joined with us and will take over the main stage all day Saturday with plenty of fiddlers from around the country. The event supports The Hill Country Children’s Advocacy Center, which is located in Burnet and provides advocates for abused and victimized children in Burnet, Blanco, Lampasas, Llano, Mason and San Saba Counties. Vendors set up Friday afternoon and all day Saturday. Admission is free to the public all day; a ticket is required for the concert Saturday night. 512-585-8215. burnetcookoff.com
May 8, 2010
12pm-6pm. Mystic Shores Pavilion, 299 Grosbeak Dr. All you can eat! All the fixins: potatoes, corn, bread, but... BYOB! Children's food will be available for purchase along with water/cokes for sale. All proceeds will benefit HSC for kids. Must RSVP. $20.00 (Boil) or $30.00 (Boil & Tournament). Pre-pay online. hawksportscamp.com
May 15, 2010
11am-3pm. VFW Post 8573, 14625 River Rd. Sponsored by The Men's Association of VFW Post 8573. Fish, coleslaw, french fries and hush puppies. Cost $6. 830-964-3334. vfwpost8573.com
Saturdays
9am-2pm. Alsace Tan & Salon, 503 US Highway 90 W. Featuring fresh locally grown vegetables and fruit both organic and farm grown. Don't miss the blackberries and blueberries! 830-538-9141.
May 8, 2010
Castroville Regional Park. On-site registration starts at 7am. Staggered race begins at 8am. The 62-mile ride is first, followed by the 40- and 25-mile rides. The 2010 Castroville Bicycle Tour offers a scenic tour of the historic Medina County rural countryside. Stick around after the ride to enjoy the remainder of the day touring antique stores, novelty shops, and specialty restaurants with your family. "The Little Alsace of Texas," rich in European appearance and traditions, was founded in 1844 by Henri Castro. All proceeds go to the City of Castroville in order to develop Lions Sports Complex. Registration $40. , 830-444-1057, 830-931-4070. castroville.com
May 22, 2010
9am. Tractor City, 133 County Road 4718. Be a part of Medina County farm tractor history. Ride will begin and end at Tractor City (John Deere) with lunch at Sammy's Restaurant. Old trucks and cars will be welcome on the ride. Every penny raised goes toward the Make a Wish Foundation. More information and forms online. old-iron-trail-ride.0catch.com
May 1, 2010
11am-2pm. Sponsored by Comfort Hermann Sons Lodge #2. Benefits Comfort Golden Age Center at Hermann Sons Hilltop Camp, 170 Hilltop Camp Rd., off Lindner Branch. To go plates available. $7 adults; $5 children 12 and under. Pre-sale tickets as well as at the door. Tickets available after April 1 at Golden Age Center and Hermann Sons Lodge members. Norma Bruns, 830-995-3980.
May 1, 2010
10am-5pm. Comfort Crockery, 402 7th St. Clay artists will be on the front porch ready to discuss and demonstrate their unique approach to the art of pottery making. You can observe different techniques such as throwing and hand building. Children, if accompanied by an adult, will have a chance to make a Mother's Day present and enter for a chance at the door prize of a children's pottery kit, including wheel. 830-995-5299. comfortcrockery.com
May 1-2, 2010; April 30, 2011-May 1, 2011
Saturday 10 am-5 pm. Sunday 10 am-4 pm. Comfort Park, 4th St. and Main St. Presented by Texas Presentations. Features American antiques, including farm tables, cupboards, quilts, rugs, baskets, pewter, and many interesting surprises. The show also includes dealers in jewelry, china, Indian collectibles, old store collectibles, advertising, architectural and gardening pieces. Rain or shine; booths under cover. Admission $5, children 12 & under free. 830-995-3670. comfortchamberofcommerce.com
April 10, 2010; May 8, 2010; June 19, 2010; November 13, 2010; March 26, 2011
7pm. Comfort Meet Market, 714 High Street. Based in Comfort, the Deer In The Headlights Variety Show features a group of talented performers in the venues of music, poetry, and comedy, featuring such characters as “Ritawanda.” This new amateur theater group features family-oriented entertainment. $15 at the door. 830-995-3602. deerintheheadlightstheater.com
May 22, 2010
Bluff Creek Classic Cars hosts the first annual Cruisin' in Comfort car show, swap meet & craft fair in Comfort Park located on Hwy 27. Classes: Late Model (2010-1973), Corvettes (all), Muscle Cars (1972-1962), Open Iron (1971-1949), Street Rods (1949 and back). Check-in at 8:30 am. Judging at 12:30 pm. Cruisin' begins at 5pm. For vendor or other info: 830-634-2424. BluffCreekClassicCars.com
May 13-16, 2010; May 21-22, 2011
10am-11am. City Park. Parade on Sat. 254-547-7571. copperascove.com
March 20, 2010; April 3, 2010; April 17, 2010; May 1, 2010; May 8, 2010; May 15, 2010; May 22, 2010; May 29, 2010; June 5, 2010; June 12, 2010; June 19, 2010; June 26, 2010; July 3, 2010; July 10, 2010; July 17, 2010; July 24, 2010; July 31, 2010; August 7, 2010; August 21, 2010; September 4, 2010; September 18, 2010; October 2, 2010; October 16, 2010; November 6, 2010; November 20, 2010; May 7, 2011-October 29, 2011
9am-12pm. Intersection of US Hwy. 290 at RR 12. The Farmers Market will be open rain or shine every Saturday. Booths are located in the grassy area of the Triangle (Veterans Memorial Park). Free parking. dsfarmersmarket.yolasite.com
May 15, 2010
10am-6pm. Presented by Artists of Dripping Springs. The Hill Country Art Show will take place at Roger Hanks Parkway and Hwy 290W, which is 1.2 miles west of the intersection of RR12 and US Hwy. 290 West. Texas Commission on the Arts Texas Originals and many other artists will be selling their original art and craftsmanship. Pick up your Studio Tour map at the Art Show and take a leisurly ride to visit the Studios. Enjoy artists demonstrating at the Studios. Catharine Murphy, 512-531-9837. artistsofdrippingsprings.org
May 1-2, 2010
10am. St. Joseph's Halle, 208 W. San Antonio St. Enjoy an good food, dancing, singing and fellowship. Special Sunday evening concert at 7pm by the Arion German Men's Singers and Hermann Sons Mixed Choir. This event is free and the public is welcome.
May 1, 2010
2pm-6pm. Texas Vineyards & Beyond, 329 1/2 E. Main St. Enjoy this boutique wine festival featuring five Texas wineries and several local food artisans, plus live entertainment. Guests will enjoy wine and food tastings and receive a Texas logo wine glass. Cost is $10. 830-990-9199. texasvineyardsbeyond.com
May 8, 2010
10am-5pm. Pioneer Museum, 325 W. Main St. Founders Day festivities begin with a wreath laying ceremony at the Vereins Kirche in the Marktplatz on Main St. honoring the brave pioneers who founded Fredericksburg in 1846. Following the ceremony the public is invited to the Pioneer Museum for living history activities, refreshments, live music and special exhibits. Visit website for hours. Museum admission. 830-997-2835. pioneermuseum.net
May 15, 2010; June 5, 2010
10am-2pm. Pioneer Museum/Vereins Kirche, 325 W. Main St. "Children's Games and Toys" with musician, folklorist and story teller Lee Haile. Free with regular museum admission. 830-990-8441. pioneermuseum.net
May 5-6
Sat., 10am–6pm and Sun., 12pm-6pm. Becker Vineyards, 464 Becker Farms Rd. There will be Lavender Products, Plants, Vendors, Cooking Demos, Guest Speakers, Culinary Delights, Concessions, Wine Tasting & Tours, Vintner Luncheons & Dinner, Music and much more. Free admission; $5 parking charge. Reservations required for the luncheons & dinners. 830-644-2681. beckervineyards.com
May 21-23, 2010
Lady Bird Johnson Park, 1606 East Highway St. This 36th annual rod run features pre-1949 vehicles. Cost is $25 for pre-registration participants, with spectators free. 903-652-2855. lssra.com
May 28-30, 2010
9am-6pm. Tin Star Ranch, 456 Tin Star Rd. Enjoy this western cowboy action, with shooters dressed in period clothing. On Saturday compete in a chuck wagon cook-off. Benefits the Make-A-Wish Foundation. $5 per car load. 830-685-3464. tinstarranch.com
May 28-29, 2010
Fri., 6pm-12am. Sat., 11am-12am. Enjoy crawfish and good music? Check out the Jaycee Crawfish Festival at the Marktplatz on Main Street! There’ll be plenty to eat, New Orleans-style, like red beans and rice, crawfish, hamburgers; along with German sausage! Also on site, arts and crafts booths and a special area just for kids! $6 for adults, $1 children age 12 and younger. After 8pm Sat., $10 for adults. 830-997-8515. tex-fest.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
May 8, 2010
Hosted by Fellowship Cruisers. Goldthwaite City Park. Richard House, 325-938-5331. fellowshipcruisers.com
Fridays
4pm-7pm. Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Rd. A Gruene Hall tradition. Enjoy happy hour, prize giveaways, and the best in Texas tunes, broadcasted live by KNBT 92.1 FM Radio New Braunfels with Mattson Rainer. You never know who might stop by -- Reckless Kelly, Junior Brown, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Walt Wilkins, and Gary P. Nunn have all stopped by for a chat. 830-629-5077. gruenehall.com
May 16, 2010
1am-11am. Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Rd. A celebration of Americana music featuring exceptional artists of the genre. Event benefits a different local charity each year. Co-sponsored by Gruene Hall and KNBT 92.1 FM Radio New Braunfels. 830-629-5077. gruenehall.com
May 7-8, 2010; May 13-14, 2011
10am-6pm. Homestead, 100 N Elm. Early preview May 7 at 9am, $5.00 admission. Vendors from Fort Worth, Waco, Fredricksburg, Granbury, Stephenville, Houston, and East Texas will be under a 5400 sqft tent. Homestead will feature a local nursery selling flowers, plants and accessories. Two chefs will also be making crepes, sandwiches, soups and salads. Free admission. 254-796-2510. homesteadhico.com
May 19
Hosted by Hico Economic Development Corporation. All profits from the cook-off go to a worthy charity. Throughout the day, the public is invited to see and talk to all the chefs and learn their secrets. When it’s time for dinner, the public can choose the Backyard Chef they like most to prepare their steak dinner. 254-485-2020. texassteakcookoff.com
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
Thursdays
Silver K Cafe Starlight Room, 209 E. Main, 7pm-9 or 9:30pm, featuring Texas music, casual & light fare along with Texas wines & beer. No cover charge. 830-868-2911. silverkcafe.com
May 1, 2010
Noon - 5pm. Kirchman Gallery, 213 N. Nugent, is hosting a Jewelry Trunk show featuring original designs by Cynthia Bloom and Peter & Bev Mangan. Don't miss this special opportunity to purchase one of a kind pieces of jewelry... just in time for Mother's Day the following weekend. KirchmanGallery.com
May 12
5pm-8pm. Blanco County Fairgrounds. There will be plenty of food and free beer. There will also be many raffle items and both a live and silent auction. Support the local fire department by attending the fundraiser and bring lots of cash to fill the donation can! 830-868-7900. jcvfd.org
February 27, 2010; March 27, 2010; April 24, 2010; May 29, 2010; June 26, 2010; July 31, 2010; August 28, 2010; September 25, 2010; October 30, 2010; November 30, 2010
4pm-8pm. Johnson City art galleries and studios join together to offer fine art exhibitions and receptions with many of the featured artists in attendance for these special events. Kirchman Gallery (213 N. Nugent Ave.). 830-868-9290. kirchmangallery.com
May 1, 2010
Come by the Chamber Office at 402 Main at 8am and get a free map to all the garage sales all over the county. 325-446-3190, .
May 7-8, 2010; May 6-7, 2011
Hill Country Fairgrounds, FM 2169. Enjoy an Open Pro-Rodeo, parade and dancing under the stars both nights. Admission $10 to rodeos and dances. 325-446-2537, 325-446-3190. junctiontexas.net
May 22-24, 2010
8am Sat. & Sun. Registration, Fri. 9am-6pm. Kimble County Courthouse Square. CTHRR invite cyclists of all abilities to travel the vast ranch roads of Kimble and Menard Counties. . cthrr.org
April 30, 2010-May 1, 2010
8pm. Hill Country Youth Exhibition Center ("Ag Barn"), 3805 State Highway 27, east of Kerrville. Hosted by Kerrville Citizen Police Academy Alumni Association. Professionally produced family entertainment by Lester Meier Rodeo Company. $10 adults and teens. $5 children aged 6 - 12. Free for children younger than 6.
May 6, 2010; May 5, 2011
5:30pm-10pm. Inn of the Hills Conference Center, 1001 Junction Hwy. Kristan Craddock, , 830-896-1155.
May 8, 2010
7pm-10pm. Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St. Live Nature Themed Music & Song by Amy Soucy and James Krueger. James’ music steadily presents us with a quite hope, instinctively reminding us of the saving beauty of the natural world. Amy is gifted with a versatile and charismatic voice. Amy and James have recently joined forces, forming a potent new folk act that has been garnering attention throughout the Northeast. Admission $10. 830-257-4837. riversidenaturecenter.org
April 3, 2010; May 1, 2010; June 5, 2010; July 3, 2010; August 7, 2010; September 4, 2010; October 2, 2010; November 6, 2010; April 2, 2011; May 7, 2011; June 4, 2011; July 2, 2011; August 6, 2011; September 3, 2011; October 1, 2011; November 5, 2011
9am-2pm. Historic City Square Park. Artisans, craftsmen, and farmers. Live music. Shop, dine & visit the historic sites Kyle has to offer! Check online for the schedule. cityofkyle.com/kylemarketdays.php
May 2, 2010; June 6, 2010; August 1, 2010; September 25, 2010; April 3, 2011; May 1, 2011; June 5, 2011; July 3, 2011; August 7, 2011; September 4, 2011
2pm-5pm. Claiborne Kyle Log House (2400 S. Old Stagecoach Rd., County Road 136). The Claiborne Kyle Log House was originally constructed in 1850 for Colonel Claiborne Kyle and his wife Lucy Bugg and their family. The Log House is open the first Sunday of every month through October and is a opportunity to learn about the historic home.
May 8, 2010
4pm-6pm. Old Kyle City Hall, 101 Burleson St. It's almost ready. See behind the doors. Food and music. Door prize is a 32" Samsung TV donated by HEB. kylechamber.org
Thursdays
7pm. The Badu House, 601 Bessemer Ave. Mike Blakely & WC Jameson. Featuring a special guest each week. 325-247-2238. mikeblakely.com
May 1, 2010-September 17, 2010
Calling all artists for the third annual sale and show. Show is semi-juried. Space is $10; no fee to the public. Robin Chiesa, 325-247-4963. circleartgallery.com
May 17, 2010-January 1, 2011
Life-sized, artistically rendered deer will be on display all about the Llano area. Robin Chiesa, 325-247-4963. circleartgallery.com
May 28-30, 2010; May 27-29, 2011
Bring the entire family. Dress up as your favorite lawdog, outlaw, gunfighter, or soiled dove. Largest gunfighters, living history, and cow camp competition held in State of Texas. Fast Draw Competition. Period Costume Competition. Craft & Food Vendors. Redtop Jail Tours & Jail Breaks. Visit website for entire schedule. 325-247-5354. llanochamber.org/Texas_Proud.html
May 28-31, 2010
Birthday celebration and Memorial Weekend in the world famous Texas town of Luckenbach. 830-997-3224. luckenbachtexas.com
Tuesdays
7pm. River City Grille, 700 1st St. Mike Blakely & Larry Nye co-host. Each week features a special guest. 830-798-9909. mikeblakely.com
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays
10am-5pm, Thursday through Saturday. 905 Third St. Group tours available by appointment. 830-798-2157. fallsmusueum.org
April 28, 2010-May 1, 2010; May 4-8, 2011
Johnson Park, 405 Buena Vista Dr. Annual Chili Cookoff presented by the Highland Lakes Chili Pod, CASI. Free admission. 281-615-2408. 830-613-8666. chili.org
May 10-13
Johnson Park, 405 Buena Vista Drive. Free concerts, carnival, washer pitching, live music, food vendors, and a ton of family fun. Kerri Roberts, 830-693-2815, . marblefalls.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
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
May 2-30, 2010
10am-5pm. New Braunfels Art League, 239 W. San Antonio St. Flowers bloom on canvas, paper, sculpture, pottery and jewelry and in florals, still lifes, landscapes and on a lady's hat! Gallery is open daily. 830-629-8022. newbraunfelsartleague.com
May 2-30, 2010
10am-5pm. 239 W. San Antonio St. The New Braunfels Art League commemorates its historical milestone with this show, which features paintings, sculpture, pottery, photography and jewelry. The gallery is open daily. 830-629-8022. newbraunfelsartleague.com
May 15, 2010
8am-12pm. Bracken United Methodist Church, 20377 FM 2252. Thousands of bargains! Books, furniture, kitchen items, plants & much, much more! All clothing items 50 cents each! Proceeds benefit local, national, & world missions. 830-606-6717. bracken-umc.org
May 21, 2010
4pm-7pm. Landa Park. Games, entertainment food, drinks children activities, music, and racing of the frogs at the end of the event for money prizes. 830-964-4461.
Fridays, ending August 26, 2011
8pm. BR Lightning Ranch, 818 FM 1283, just off Hwy. 16 South, will host its summer rodeo series. Featuring the World's Only High Diving Aqua Mules, this is a show you have to see! $6 per person, children under age 6 free. 830-535-4096. lightningranch.com
May 29-30, 2010
4pm-11pm. Texas Maritime Museum, 1202 Navigation Circle. Over 2,000 wine enthusiasts from the state of Texas and across the Nation will experience the unique tastes and aromas of an extraordinary selection of wines especially chosen by an “experienced team of judges” for the 14th annual event. Non-wine drinkers may savor the unique selections of featured beers. Top area chefs will prepare mouth-watering treats during the Cooking Demonstrations, followed by Wine Seminars given by vintners who have selected appropriate wines to accompany these gourmet delights. Local restaurants will offer fine cuisine to tempt the palate in the food court and array of vendor booths will feature gourmet specialties for the home and palate. Live Music for the event will be provided by Jayar and the Funk Souljahs, The John Cortez Band, The Jason Southern Band, Havana DayDream, and the Scott Taylor Band. $20 per person per day or $30 or 2-day pass. rockportfestivalofwineandfood.com
May 1, 2010
10am-7pm. Aquarena Center, 921 Aquarena Springs Dr. San Marcos’ sacred springs reawaken when over one hundred Native American powwow dancers and participants arrive for the much anticipated Sacred Springs Powwow & Indian Market. The event is sponsored by local Native American nonprofit organization, Indigenous Cultures Institute. The 2010 powwow will feature Keetoowah Cherokee champion dancer David Hoskins as Head Man Dancer, Comanche renowned traditional singer Lance Tahchawwickah as Head Southern singer, and Texas-fame Eagle Point as the Northern Drum. Indian Market with Native American arts, crafts, and food vendors. Food booths will include popular Native foods such as fry bread tacos, healthy buffalo burgers, roasted corn, turkey legs, barbecued meat, and buffalo stew. Arts and crafts include a large selection ranging from Southwest jewelry, pottery, moccasins, Native dolls, stone oil lamps, breast plates and other relic replicas, to fine art paintings, weavings, and sculptures. Maria Rocha, 512-393-3310, . IndigenousCultures.org
May 15, 2010
Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day with fellow birders at Schulle Canyon in San Marcos. Hosted by San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance. For directions, visit smgreenbelt.org/SMNaturalAreas.htm. For more information, email us at .
May 29, 2010; May 28, 2011
8pm-midnight. Bob Wills Texas Play Boys. Free. Bring your chairs. BYOB set ups will be available to purchase, and tables and chairs will be available for rent. Food by Pepperbelly's for purchase. 325-372-5141.
May 15, 2010
Come join us in beautiful downtown Sisterdale at the Sisterdale Saloon for a crawfish boil and music by “Almost Patsy Cline Band,” Food from 5-7pm. Music 7-10pm. Cover charge $5 per couple, $3 for singles.
May 27, 2010
Spagetti Night 5-9pm. 1209 Sisterdale Rd. Smoke free. Beer and wine available for purchase. $10 per plate, $8 child’s plate. 210-379-2895.
May 22, 2010
10am. Next to Spicewood Fire Dept. Full day festival hosted by Spicewood Lions Club. 512-789-0697. spicewoodbuzzardbump.com
April 3, 2010; May 1, 2010; June 5, 2010; July 3, 2010; August 7, 2010; September 4, 2010; October 2, 2010; November 6, 2010; December 4, 2010
4pm-7pm. Casa del Parque Art Gallery, The Adobe Village of Spring Branch, 8685 US Hwy 281 North. 830-885-7256. casadelparqueartgallery.com
Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays
Join us for tacos every Wednesday night at the VFW Post 8800, 7755 FM 2673, 5pm-8:30pm. Karaoke from 6pm until 10pm. Shuffleboard tournament in our canteen every Wed. Bingo every Thur. night. Kitchen opens at 6pm, cards go on sale at 6:30pm. Hamburgers and hot dogs every Fri. night. 830-899-7774.
Thursdays, ending August 31, 2010
6:30pm-8pm. LBJ State Park & Historic Site, 199 State Park Road 52. Come learn the outdoor sport of archery. This event is open to all youth ages seven and up. It is held every Thursday evening during the months of July and August. Equipment will be supplied. 830-644-2252. tpwd.state.tx.us/park/lbj
May 8, 2010; May 15, 2010
10:30am-11:30am. Lyndon B. Johnson State Park & Historic Site, Park Road 52. Enjoy and learn more about the great outdoors in the Texas Hill Country. See wildflowers, wildlife and an 1800s German log cabin house while walking the trails. Water and cameras are recommended. Accessible for the mobility, visually and hearing impaired. Donations gratefully accepted. 830-644-2252.
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
Saturdays
Wimberley Valley Watershed Association offers tours every Saturday at 10am (except holidays). 221 Woodacre Drive. Free. Donations welcome. 512-722-3390.
Wednesdays
3pm-6pm. A year-round, producer-only farmers' market located in the thrift store parking lot, 14050 Ranch Road 12. Open every Wednesday, rain or shine.
March 11, 2010; March 25, 2010; April 8, 2010; April 22, 2010; May 13, 2010; May 27, 2010; June 10, 2010; June 24, 2010; July 8, 2010; July 22, 2010; August 12, 2010; August 26, 2010; September 9, 2010; September 23, 2010; October 14, 2010; October 28, 2010; November 11, 2010
7pm-9pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays. Hosted by Oda Lisa at Maui Wowi Hawaiian Coffees and Smoothies, 14200 Ranch Road 12. Features poetry, music, and open mic performances. Please bring a donation of canned food for Crisis Bread Basket for admission. 512-847-6215 smoothsipstogo.com
May 15, 2010
9am-3pm. Wimberley Community Center, 14068 Ranch Road 12. Share ideas that will improve the way we live, improve the value and look of our homes, save energy and feel good about it. We'll share our knowledge with the public about landscaping, new building practices, new subdivision regulations, capturing and reusing water, understanding energy rebates, and more. Free. Jamie Clark, 512-913-2900. hillcountryinformation.com
May 16, 2010
1pm-5:30pm. Red Corral Ranch, 505 Red Corral Ranch Rd. 2012 and Beyond: Building a New Paradigm. This workshop explores expanding our current understanding of the physical and spiritual worlds. $25/day or both for $40. Registration at 512-327-7355. redcorralranch.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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