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October 2010 Events
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October 9, 2010
8pm. Northwest Hills United Methodist Church, 7020 Village Center Dr. Stunning master of the guitar from the Czech Republic, Pavel Steidl has the internal guitar community buzzing. From his overflowingly artistic renditions of 19th century masterworks to his infectious original compositions and improvisations, Steidl is the perfect way to begin our 21st Internal Concert Series. Tickets $25-$50. 512-300-2247. austinclassicalguitar.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
October 15-17, 2010
Running R Guest Ranch, 10600 Bandera Creek Rd. Saddle up & experience a slice of the Old West at this inaugural longhorn cattle drive at the Hill Country State Natural Area in collaboration with the Running R Guest Ranch. Public is invited for lunch & entertainment & to observe the cattle drive on Saturday. Registration limited. 830-796-3984. rrranch.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
August 27, 2010; September 24, 2010; October 22, 2010; October 22, 2010; March 25, 2011; April 22, 2011; May 27, 2011; June 24, 2011; July 22, 2011; August 26, 2011; September 23, 2011; October 28, 2011
6:30pm. Silver Sage Corral, 803 Buck Creek Dr. Come to jam, dance, or just listen to the music! Bring a dish for the pot luck and help yourself to a plate. Whether just getting started or if you are a seasoned musician, have fun joining in on the extemporaneous-style of an evening jam session. Held monthly, January through October. 830-796-4969. silversagecorral.org
October 9, 2010
7am-3pm. 67 Loop 150 in the Colorado Crossing Shopping Center. Benefiting the Bastrop County Historical Society to help fund the new museum and visor's center. 512-303-0057.
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
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
October 16, 2010
Celebrate Oktoberfest! We will have traditional, homemade German fare served buffet style and an emphasis on German-style beer and other drink specials in our full-service bar. Come to the Sunset Restaurant & Bar, 419 3rd St., and get your 'kraut on! 830-833-5776.
October 16-17, 2010; November 26-28, 2010; December 11-12, 2010
Sat., 9am-4pm. Sun., 9am-2pm. Located at the corner of 4th & Main (on the west side of the Square) in downtown Historic Blanco. Texas Hill Country artists offer their works of glass, jewelry, fiber arts, painting, watercolors, photography, sculptures and more. 830-833-1579, . uptownblanco.com
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.
October 5, 2010; October 19, 2010
6:30pm-8pm. 100 N. Main. Boerne Village Band will perform a fall concert series! Enjoy the sounds of the longest continuously playing German band in the world outside of Germany with friends and family in the beautiful winds if autumn. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and picnics to Main Plaza and have a ooompah of a great time! Free. 830-249-7277.
October 8-10, 2010
Vintage street rods at their best! Between 425 and 475 pre-49 cars come from all over the country for this show. Run includes vendors, a silent auction, door prizes, goody bags, 50/50 jar, special drawing for pre-registered cars, a short cruise in the Texas Hill Country, an award ceremony for top ten cars and other awards, food booths and shopping in downtown Boerne. For registration and pictures, visit the website. 830-755-8226. . prideoftexasstreetrods.org
October 10, 2010
3pm-6pm. Performances by the Boerne Village Band, Comal County Band and the New Branfels Village Brass Band. Kendall County Fairgrounds, 1307 River Rd. 839-249-7277.
October 15-17, 2010
Hampton Inn and Suites, 34935 I-10 W. Hosted by Boerne Professional Artists Association. Show features BPA members and guest artists. Stroll along Main St. and discover a world of shops, restaurants, and the numerous fine art galleries that makes Boerne a true artists' mecca. boerneart.com
October 16, 2010
9am. Plaza. Annual event hosted by Wildlife Rescue. A 5K family fun walk benefitting Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation. Form a team and walk with your family, friends, and dogs. The team or individual with the most sponsorship dollars wins fabulous prizes. Post-walk food, music, fun. 830-336-2725 x308. wildlife-rescue.org
June 9, 2010; June 11, 2010; June 16, 2010; June 18, 2010; June 23, 2010; June 25, 2010; June 30, 2010; July 2, 2010; July 9, 2010; July 14, 2010; July 16, 2010; July 21, 2010; July 23, 2010; July 28, 2010; July 30, 2010; September 15, 2010; September 22, 2010; September 29, 2010; October 20, 2010; October 26, 2010; November 3, 2010; December 1, 2010; December 3, 2010; May 4, 2011; May 18, 2011; May 19, 2011
5pm-7:30pm. The Enchanted Springs Ranch, 242 Hwy 46 West. Chuck wagon dinner with live entertainment! Reservations required. Plan your arrival around 5pm where you will be greeted by our Cowboys and Woodrow, the longhorn steer. As you stroll through town, you will experience a feeling of being transported back in time. A tractor pulled wagon will take you through our Wild Animal Park to see longhorn cattle, zebras, reindeer, and many other exotics. Live western music will play throughout the night and while you are eating you will enjoy a variety of entertainment. Dinner includes barbeque brisket, sausage, potatoes, beans, bread and a dessert. Complimentary water, iced tea, and coffee are provided along with a cash beer and wine bar. Please come and join us for an experience you will never forget! $29.50 plus tax for adults. $19.00 plus tax for kids under 12. Kids under 3 are free. 830-249-8222, ext. 202, or . enchantedspringsranch.com
April 21
Enchanted Springs Ranch, 242 Hwy 46 West. Fun-filled day of family entertainment and education. Attractions include live music, cowboy roping and bull riding, pony and wagon rides, storytelling, an atlatl throwing competition, gunfight reenactments, and much, much more! 830-249-8222. boernewildwestday.com
October 30, 2010
2pm-9pm. Boerne Visitors Center, 1407 South Main St. Live Celtic music, food and drinks, bird of prey demonstrations, strolling magician, costume contests, pie eating contest, campfire stories, astrology readings, henna tattoos, arts & crafts, and more! 830-249-7277.
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, .
October 25, 2010
7pm-10pm. Voca Community Center. Join the Brady/McCulloch County Chamber of Commerce and Hope From The Heart for the second annual premier food and wine event. In addition to samplings of food and wine from regional restaurants, vineyards and wineries, the Monday Night Football game between the Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants will be aired live during the event. $25. 325-597-3491. bradytx.com
October 9, 2010
10am-4pm. Monastery of St. Clare Miniature Horse Farm, 9300 Hwy 105. Cart rides, games and races for little folks, ceramic pumpkin painting, face painting, horses for petting and brushing, bbq plates, corn dogs, sno-cones, and other concessions, shop in the Art Barn for handmade nativity sets and other Christmas items, rummage sale. $5 adults, $3 children. Covers all games and rides. 979-836-9652.
Saturdays
9am. A great place to buy home grown fruits and vegetables. Under the Austin Ave & Brady Ave overpass. 325-646-1422.
October 26, 2010
Right after 11am mass until dusk. Santa Cruz Catholic Church, 1100 Main St. Parish Festival is a benefit for the continued construction of the new Santa Cruz Church. This year the annual fiesta will be named The Feast of the Holy Cross. Raffles for $10,000 gift card, followed by a $5,000 gift card and a $1,000 gift card. Tickets for $20. A variety of live music, food booths, games and rides for kids and adults, bingo and all sorts of activities. Free parking and free admission. Cosme Cuellar, 512-786-6025. SantaCruzCC.org
October 30, 2010
8am-5pm. 8th annual. Onion Creek Kennels, 904 Canyon Wren Dr. Benefits Corgis & Critters N.E.T. Rescue. Herding Instinct Testing on Sheep, AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing, Silent Auction and Raffle, Corgi Costume Contest, AKC Performance Demonstrations, Hamburgers and Hotdogs. 512-731-5775, . CorgiCelebration.com
October 16, 2010
10am-4pm. Bulverde Spring Branch Area Chamber, 30450 Cougar Bend. Displaying 90 vintage cars. 830-438-4285. bulverdespringbranchchamber.com
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
October 1-3, 2010
Burnet Community Center, 401 East Jackson St. Celebration includes a 25 minute ride with a full size Thomas the Tank Engine. Meet Sir Topham Hatt. Storytelling, live music, build with Mega Bloks, and much more! $18 for ages 2 and up. Advance purchase recommended. Ticket sales final, rain or shine. 866-468-7630. thomasandfriends.com/dowt
October 9, 2010; October 8, 2011
9am-3pm. Fort Croghan, Hwy 29 West. Demonstrations of living chores as they were done in the 1800s. Baking, churning butter, washing clothes with wash boards, weaving and more. Free. Donations welcome. 512-756-8281. fortcroghan.org
October 15-17, 2010
3pm. Riverside Resort. Live music Oct. 15-16. CASI and local chefs welcome. Oct. 16 entry local, $15 beans, $15 chili, $25 both. Oct. 17 entry CASI $18 Chili. 830-515-8230, 830-964-2202.
October 16, 2010
8am-2pm. Mystic Shores main entrance on Hwy 306, 7 miles west of Hwy 281. Don't miss it! Over 60 booths! Quality merchandise for sale including antiques, plants, clothing, furniture. , 830-935-2138.
October 30, 2010
9am-4pm. CRRC Rec Center, 125 Mable Jones. CRRC hosts 100 vendors, entertainment and food. Come enjoy yourself! Free parking, free admission. Kristi Fletcher, 830-964-3003.
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.
August 13, 2010; September 10, 2010; October 8, 2010; November 12, 2010; December 10, 2010; March 11, 2011; April 8, 2011; May 13, 2011; June 10, 2011; July 8, 2011; August 12, 2011; September 9, 2011; October 14, 2011; November 11, 2011; December 9, 2011
6pm-10 pm. 2nd Friday year-round (weather permitting) at Wommack Automotive, 1955 Hwy 90 E. An evening of cars, trucks, bikes, food, music and shopping. 830-931-2479.
October 23, 2010
6pm-9pm. Koenig Park. Hosted by St. Louis Catholic School. This year will be bigger and better with many more activities for not only the elementary kids, but the junior high kids as well. Free. 830-931-3544.
October 9-10, 2010; October 8-9, 2011
Sat., 10am-6pm. Sun., noon-5pm. Enjoy the magical land of scarecrows and a pumpkin patch. Festival Fun includes Juried Vendors, Children’s Activities, Live Music, Great Food, and More! Scarecrow exhibits all over the county! 888-273-6426. chappellhillmuseum.org
October 8-11, 2010
The Tinsmith's Wife, 409 7th St. Four fun-filled days of fiber induced fun! 11 great shops participating. Passenger van accommodations available. Visit website for passport. 830-995-5539. hillcountryyarncrawl.com
October 15, 2010-November 2, 2010; October 15, 2011-November 2, 2011
Comfort is filled with clever autumn scarecrow creations. Scarecrows mimic nursery rhymes, characters of all types. Winners have signs posted in front of their businesses or in yards of residences. Scarecrow Invasion kicks off Oct. 16, 10 am-2 pm, in the Downtown Historic District. Music, live scarecrows, face painting, photo ops, pumpkins, cornstalks, and more! comfortchamberofcommerce.com
October 16-17, 2010; October 15-16, 2011
Saturday 10am-5pm. Sunday 10am-4pm. Comfort Park, 4th St. and Main St. Antiques lovers from throughout the state will gather in the Texas Hill Country for the 25th annual Comfort Village Fall Antiques Show on Saturday and Sunday, October 15 and 16. Knowledgeable and friendly dealers, the country setting, and the hospitality of the town of Comfort make this a very popular show. The show 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, and advertising, architectural and gardening pieces. Plan to come for the day or stay for the weekend and enjoy one of the many historic bed-and-breakfasts in Comfort. $5 per person, good both days. Rain or shine (area is covered). Children 12 and under free. 830-995-3670. comfortchamberofcommerce.com
October 22, 2010
8am. Golf tournament, hole in one contest, poker run, games and contests, parade, music. 830-591-1065, 800-210-0380. hillcountryrivers.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
October 7, 2010
5pm-10pm. 17th annual event. Benefits The Friends Foundation. The Salt Lick Pavilion. Barbecue buffet, live and silent auction, raffle, and music by Grammy winner Johnny Gimble. 512-894-0756. thefriendsfoundation.org
October 22, 2010-December 24, 2010
Barsana Dham Ashram (near Dripping Springs). Retreat features teachers from across Texas who represent many distinct styles of Yoga. Some classes are gentle and restorative; others are rigorous and will push you to your edges, and some are that delicate balance between. Classes are suitable for all levels: beginner, intermediate, and advanced / teacher / aspiring teachers. Everyone is welcome! See website for more information about the retreat and for registration details. 214-223-8211. texasyoga.com
October 22-24, 2010
38th annual. Pronounced “Chili-Spill,” Czhilispiel is Flatonia’s premier tourism festival and second largest "czhili" cook-off in Texas, and always held the 4th weekend of October. Participants are judged in a variety of food categories: czhili, BBQ, and beans. In 2009, it's estimated that around 10,000 visitors attended the festival. 3 days of live music. Food and drinks, pie auction, tented biergarten, jalapeno eating contest. Fun and games, carnival and parade, pageant, 5K run/walk, horseshoe tournament. Free Friday and Sunday; $7 Saturday before 4pm, $12 after 4. (Children under 12 are free). 361-865-3920. flatoniachamber.com/czhili
October 1, 2010; October 2, 2010; October 4-16, 2010
5pm-8pm. Artisans at Rocky Hill, 234 W. Main St. The art of husband and wife, Rick Hewitt and Linda Rauch of Spicewood. Join us for an opening reception 5pm-8pm during First Friday Art Walk Fredericksburg. Refreshments will be served. Linda enjoys painting boldly colored wildflowers in acrylic. She is also developing a new style she refers to as pop art with hard edges. Linda's paintings are noted as dream like with a modern impressionistic twist and most of her pieces come from her imagination. Rick creates with copper and fire and his sculptural pieces have adorned the courtyard at Artisans for over a year. Through torch work, acid burns and various techniques for copper toning, Rick brings tactile beauty pleasing to the eyes to Artisans and gallery guests. In addition, please join us on Saturday, October 2 for a special demonstration by both, 2pm-5pm. This fabulous show depicting bold color on canvas and copper sculpture will be on display and available for purchase through Saturday, October 16. 830-990-8160. artisansatrockyhill.com
October 16-17, 2010
Wildseed Farms, 100 Legacy Dr. Live entertainment by the Raggedy Cats most Saturday afternoons. 800-848-0078. wildseedfarms.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
October 8-10, 2010
24th annual event. This Americana event benefiting local charities features the best in live Texas music and the best in Texas food and wines at Gruene Hall and The Grapevine. All three days will be filled with vintner and music events, wine & food samplings, and the Great Guitar Auction. Times & prices vary by day and event. Visit website. 830-629-5077. gruenehall.com
October 23-24, 2010
Sat., 10am-6pm. Sun., 10am-5pm. Gruene Historic District. Respected potters and sculptors from around Texas display, sell their wares, and demonstrate a variety of techniques. Hands-on activities are available for children. 830-629-7975. texasclayfestival.com
October 30-31, 2010; March 5, 2011
Gruene Historic District. Participants enjoy a leisurely ride through the Texas Hill Country or competitive time trials with prizes for the best course records. Among famous past participants are seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong and five-time winner Eddie Merckx. A celebrity slow race and an antique & classic bicycle show round out the events. The weekend is sponsored by the San Antonio Bicycle Racing Club and benefits a local New Braunfels’ charity. 210-862-3524. tourdegruene.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
October 10, 2010; November 14, 2010; December 12, 2010
4pm-7pm. Kirchman Gallery, 213 N. Nugent, hosts art, wine and music events every second Sunday. KirchmanGallery.com
October 14-16, 2010
Thu., 5pm-8pm. Fri., 10am-7pm. Sat., 8am-3pm. EMS Building in Johnson City. Proceeds benefit the Johnson City Volunteer Fire Department, North Blanco County EMS and Round Mountain Volunteer Fire Department. Clean out your unused stuff in advance and donate to ESA. This is a monstrous sale with all kinds of unique treasures you can't miss. Free. NorthBlancoCountyEMS.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
October 21, 2010-December 4, 2010
11th annual. Tues.-Sat., 10am-4pm. Sun., 1pm-4pm. KACC Kerr Arts and Cultural Center. Unique, custom crafted furniture by prize winning Texas furniture makers. 830-895-2911 kacckerrville.com
October 21-23, 2010
8pm, Dietert Auditorium, Schreiner University campus. Fully staged musical complete live musicians performed by Schreiner students. Presented by Schreiner Music and Theatre departments. Tickets at the door. , 830-792-7417.
October 31, 2010-November 20, 2010
10am-4pm for public, Floyd & Kathleen Cailloux Campus Activity Center, Schreiner University. Opening reception 3-5pm, Oct. 31. , 830-792-7398.
July 3, 2010; August 7, 2010; September 4, 2010; October 2, 2010; November 6, 2010; December 4, 2010
10am-4pm. 14531 Ranch Road 1431 West. Held the first Saturday of each month. Antiques and vintage finds, artisan-crafted furniture and mirrors, home and garden elements, pure beeswax candles. 325-423-4423. objetslangsyne.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; 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
October 3, 2010
Presented by Thunderhill Raceway, 24801 IH-35 South. Gates open at 4pm, followed by qualifying at 4:15pm. Opening ceremonies will take place at 6pm and the night’s racing action will immediately follow those ceremonies. Adults $12. 512-507-1486. thunderhillraceway.com
October 18-21
Thunderhill Raceway, 24801 IH-35. The 2011 Kyle Fair & Music Festival is a fun-filled family event held the 3rd weekend in October every year. This year’s event is expected to be bigger and better than ever! Check out the Kyle Fair website to find out more information about all of these events and more. You can also find out information about accommodations in and near the Kyle Area. We’ll see you the third week in October! KyleFair.com
October 17, 2010; October 16, 2011
8am. Wallace Middle School, 1500 Center St. Held with the Kyle Fair and Music Festival. This certified 5k course can be challenging on foot as well as on wheels, as it takes several elevation changes, many curves and beautiful Central Texas scenery. This event is chip-timed and water stops will be along the course route. All participants will recieve a T-shirt. Registration begins at 7:30am. $25 for individuals/$80 for a group of 4. $5 discount to youth, 14 years and younger. Corporate teams are encouraged to participate. Go online for registration. KyleFair.com
October 9, 2010
9am-5pm. 16th annual. Calling all fun seekers! A fabulous day filled with interesting vendor booths selling a
wide selection of herb and art related goodies, food and informative speakers. Children’s area “Kids Thyme" includes moonwalks, face painting, along with the Lampasas Badger Varsity Football players on hand to sign personal items. Pumpkins and cookies for the children to decorate. Also tour Hanna Springs Sculpture Garden. Free. 512-556-5172. lampasaschamber.org
October 23, 2010
7pm. Ruth Eakin Outdoor Theater, W.M. Brook Park. Deadline for churches to register is Friday, Oct. 1. Free. Craig Benton, 512-556-8823 or Zach Huckabee, 512-525-9390.
October 30, 2010
5pm-8pm. On the square in Lampasas. Costume contests, bounce houses, and more will make this another Halloween on the square to remember. Proceeds benefit Vision Lampasas. Wal-Mart will again sponsor a haunted house over at the old Wal-Mart building at Santa Fe Square on Western; proceeds go to the Lampasas Mission. Bring canned goods to either location for the benefit of the Lampasas Mission. 512-779-8333.
Thursdays
7pm. The Badu House, 601 Bessemer Ave. Mike Blakely & WC Jameson. Featuring a special guest each week. 325-247-2238. mikeblakely.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
October 15-17, 2010; October 14-16, 2011
Each year a group of chuckwagon enthusiasts get together on the banks of the Llano River in Llano, Texas and go back in time to an era when the west was settled. These enthusiasts use traditional cooking methods from that era, wear traditional dress and experience traditional neighborly fun as they compete for prizes in a number of categories. Fri., wagons are set up in the morning with judging in afternoon. Sat., from 10am until 2pm, the competing teams begin preparing some of the tastiest chuck wagon fare imagineable. Food is sent to the judges by noon. Public meal is served from noon to 1pm. Tracy Pitcox's Heart of Texas Music Festival, The Llano Country Opry, Recording Artist Justin Trevino, CGMA Award Winner Jenny Taylor, K. R."Camp Cookie" Wood and our own Highway 16 Band, plus a few surprise guests. Sun., cowboy breakfast and cowboy church. Food will be served first come first served basis. Oct. 16 meal tickets $15. Purchase in advance at Llano Chamber. 325-247-5354. llanochuckwagoncookoff.com
October 15-17, 2010; October 14-16, 2011
On and around the courthouse square. Sponsored by Llano Main Street. Llano River Chuck Wagon Cook-off in Badu Park. Don Edwards, composer, balladeer, and Cowboy Hall of Fame icon, and dubbed “the voice of the American cowboy” will have a concert on Sat. at the LanTex Theater at 7pm. Advance tickets are $12 and $15 at the box office. For ticket information call Llano Chamber of Commerce, 325-247-5354, Nail Head Spur, 325-247-2589 and Enchanted Rocks and Jewelry, 325-247-4137. 2nd annual Llano Ranch Rodeo at the Llano arena will start Sat. night at 6pm with wild cow milking, team sorting, trailer loading and branding. There will be a dance following. The Brazos Bottom Cow O’graphers will be on the square both days with fun entertainment and gun fights. Vendors, food, living history, quilt show, courthouse tours, antique photography display, period dress contest, and music. Performances scheduled are John Arthur Martinez, Floyd Domino and friends, and local Llano bands. Authentic stagecoach for rides along the Llano River. Red Top Jail opens for tours. Everyone is encouraged to dress in period costume. Come and have a fun filled adventure. 325-247-4158, ex. 209. llanomainstreet.com
October 2, 2010
Celebrate with a day of Tex Mex music and fun in the world famous Texas town of Luckenbach. 830-997-3224. luckenbachtexas.com
Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays
10am-5pm, Thursday through Saturday. 905 Third St. Group tours available by appointment. 830-798-2157. fallsmusueum.org
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
April 7
9am-4pm. Johnson Park, 405 Buena Vista Drive. More than 50 different garage sales in one location. Families, groups and organizations join together for a huge Garage Sale. Imagine getting to visit several different garage sales and only having to get out of your car one time. Purchase dishes, linens, clothes, furniture, fishing poles, exercise equipment and much more. Free. Kerri Roberts, 830-693-2815, . marblefalls.org
October 8-10, 2010
Sixth annual. Sunset on the Lake at Lakeside Pavilion with the best chefs and restaurants in the Hill Country and beyond. Bid on wine, chef packages, jewelry, art and more! Progressive Dinner Stroll down Main Street. Enjoy Sculptures on Main, stopping at Specialty Shops to browse and enjoy "Street Food" appetizers & wines. Benefits CASA. texasfallfest.com
October 23-24, 2010
Hidden Falls Adventure Park. Chuck wagon cook-off and cowboy music festival. Cowboy Music with Pauline Reese, Mike Blakely, K. R. Wood and George Ensley, Saturday night concert with Michael Martin Murphey and Cowboy Church with a Gospel Music Festival Sunday morning. Proceeds benefit A Place for HOPE. roundupforhope.com
October 28, 2010
Businesses offer sales and other promotions thoughout the day. 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
October 2, 2010
10am-2pm. Dog parade, 4 dog contests, pie baking contest, kids games and activities, live music and food. Entry forms available at the Mason Library, Reigning Cats and Dogs and Chamber of Commerce. 325-347-4977, 325-805-1212. masontxcoc.com
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
October 1-3, 2010
2nd annual event. Brauntex Theatre, 290 W. San Antonio St. Sponsored by New Braunfels' Film Commission. 830-822-2036. texandance.com
October 6, 2010
6pm-9pm. GVTC Auditorium, 3601 FM 3159. Dinner is stew with cornbread, dessert, and drink. Silent auction. Entertainment by Rob Carter. Adults $10.00, children (under 12) $3.50. 830-899-4542. theheritagemuseum.com
October 15-16, 2010
401 West Coll St. A fun filled evening for children of all ages, with a guided tour and a chance to see New Braunfels history come to life! Fri., 6 & 7pm. Sat., 5, 6, & 7pm. $5 per family. Reservations required. 830-629-1572.
October 22-23, 2010
Sat., 9am-5pm. Sun., 9am-4pm. New Braunfels Civic Convention Center, 375 S. Castell Ave. Hosted by Friends of the New Braunfels Public Library. Special preview sale Oct. 21, 5pm-7:30pm. Over 55,000 items including books, cd's, dvd's, tapes, puzzles most $2 or less. Also collectibles. $25 for non-members. 830-221-4300.
October 29, 2010-November 7, 2010
178 Landa Park Dr. Ten day salute to sausage ... a unique celebration rich in German culture and full of Texas fun. Since 1961, families have come from near and far to sample tasty sausage, strudel, pretzels, potato pancakes and other German/Texas treats served up by fun-loving folks. Others come to polka and waltz to good ol' oompah music performed by more than 40 different groups. More come to visit with friendly Texans dressed in lederhosen and dirndls as a tribute to the community's reich German heritage. Everyone comes to have fun at Wurstfest! 830-625-9167, 800-221-4369. wurstfest.com
October 30, 2010; May 21, 2011; June 25, 2011; July 23, 2011; August 27, 2011; September 24, 2011; October 29, 2011
1pm-4pm. Dry Comal Creek, 1741 Herbelin Rd. Enjoy an afternoon as the best of local bands, singers and song writers perform for your listening pleasure and for dancing on tree-shaded tables. In addition, we will be hosting local ‘traveling’ food vendors to add that special foodie treat. Free. 830-885-4076. drycomalcreek.com
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
October 9, 2010
8pm-midnight. Popular street dance on Cherokee Street and the Courthouse Square featuring Landon Dodd and his band. Free to the public; bring your own chairs and BYOB. Setups sold by San Saba Evening Lions Club, chairs and tables for rent by San Saba Volunteer Fire Dept. 325-372-5544. sansabachamber.com
October 9, 2010
8pm-midnight. Popular Street dance on Cherokee Street/Courthouse Square featuring Landon Dodd and The Dance Hall Drifters. Free to the public, bring your own chairs and BYOB. Food and Setups sold by The San Saba Lions Club, chairs and tables for rent by San Saba Volunteer Fire Dept. 325-372-5544.
October 21, 2010
6:30-9pm. Reception and exhibit to be held at the Schertz Civic Center Ballroom. “I Scream!” Ice Cream Social at the Reception. Live entertainment by local square dancers. Halloween costume contest and door prizes.
October 9, 2010; October 15, 2010; October 22, 2010; October 23, 2010
1210 Sisterdale Rd. One of the oldest dancehalls in Texas. Relive history brought back to live at the reopening. Oct. 9, Jazz Blues & Diamonds. Oct. 15, Jeremy Steading. Oct. 22, Billy Mata & The Texas Tradition. Oct. 23, Tennessee to Texas Songwriters. 210-508-0344. sisterdaledancehall.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
October 9, 2010
10am-6pm. Shade Tree Saloon and Grill, 13430 U.S. 281. Hosted by Chrome Divas Of Central Texas. Funds will go to support Breast Cancer Awareness and Research. Amateur BBQ Cook-off Contest and BBQ Plate Sales. $50 per cook-off team registration, free admission to come and enjoy the day. Games, prizes too! Stay and enjoy the good food, music, fun, and cold beer at the Shade Tree. Chrome Divas is a female motorcycle group who encourage women to join who enjoy being on or around motorcycles and supporting charitable causes in their community. Teams can pre-register online. centraltexaschromedivas.com
October 30, 2010
10am-3pm. Family Fitness Pavilion, 4800 HWY 281 N. Come trick or treat, support local artists, play games, win prizes, get spooked in our Haunted House, and celebrate your bizarreness in our Costume Contest. Kids 12 and under are free. $3 for adults, $1 if in costume! 830-438-2219. springbranchfamilycenter.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.
October 9-10, 2010
2nd annual. Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. Sponsored by the Friends of LBJ NHP. Family Fun run scheduled for Sat. at 9am and the popular Bike Tour of the LBJ Ranch, hosted by Luci Baines Johnson, President and Mrs. Johnson’s younger daughter, is set for Sun. at 2 p.m. Registration online. The registration fee for each event, which includes a souvenir T-shirt, is $20.00 for adults, $15.00 for children (ages 12 and under), and a "team" rate of $50.00 for a family of three or more. Proceeds from both activities will benefit the educational programs and initiatives of the Friends, and their educational, preservation, and special events efforts. 830-868-7128 x231. friendsoflbjnationalpark.org
October 9, 2010
11am. Come help us celebrate at the Tow Community Center. There will be good food, lots of fun and great entertainment.
October 2-3, 2010
Sat., 10am-5pm. Sun., 10am-3pm. Town Square. Live music, food, fun. 830-591-0444.
October 16, 2010
Three different routes and distances to ride in the Hill Country River Area. 830-591-1065, 800-210-0380. hillcountryrivers.com
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.
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.
September 10, 2010-October 2, 2010
Friday & Saturday nights, 8pm-10pm. Presented by The EmilyAnn Theatre, 1101 FM 2325. William Shakespeare's great comedy involves a beautiful and gentle Bianca, who has no shortage of admirers but her father insists that she will not marry until her shrewish sister, Katharina, is betrothed as well. Only the wild Petruchio is up for the task, and even that has its price. The audience is in for a rollercoaster of crazy and hilarious antics, witty sarcasm, and a bout of wildness that can only be tamed by true love. Adults $15. Students $10. Groups of 10 or more attending together $12. 512-847-6969. emilyann.org
October 2, 2010
8am-5pm. Chapel of the Hills Community Church, 14601 Ranch Road 12. Benefits the Wimberley Village Library. 512-757-0594.
October 9, 2010
4pm8pm. Wimberley Glassworks, 6469 Ranch Road 12. Wimberley Glassworks has gone wild with our Tropical Bamboo collection! Illuminate your home with sensuous colors and shapes of the tropics. Live music, drinks and eats. Come in tropical attire or bring this announcement with code PR10 for 10 percent off our new collection October 9, 10 and 11. Glassblowing demonstrations daily except Monday. Gallery hours 10am-5pm daily, Sun. noon-5pm. 512-393-3316. wgw.com
October 9, 2010
110 Old Kyle Rd. Presented by Wimberley Merchants Association. Bring the children for a fun day of activities from the wizard show, pumpkin painting, face painting, train ride, go fishing booth, petting zoo, jumping air castle and food booths. 512-847-2113. wimberley-merchants.com
October 14, 2010
7pm. Presented by Wimberley Institute of Cultures. Webber to Puccini, featuring the Save the Zach House Quintet, a fundraiser to save the 1870s Wimberley-Hughes house at the Wimberley Playhouse. $80.00 tax deductible donation. For reservations: 512-847-8589.
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
October 16, 2010
Katherine Anne Porter, 515 FM 2325. The doors will open at 9:30am and the program will run from 10am until 4:30pm. Speakers will be invited to make presentations on environmental topics of interest to Hill Country residents and visitors. Last year the Eco Fest had twenty-two businesses exhibiting at the event and a similar level of participation is expected for Eco Fest 2010. HaysCard.org
October 23, 2010
10am. Chapel in the Hills, 14601 Ranch Road 12. Benefits imberley Valley Habitat for Humanity. We hope to see you for what will be a fun day and a great way to meet other Habitat volunteers. So dust off those walking shoes and come on out for what will be a great day. 4th annual Classic Car Show will also take place 10am-2pm. Early registration is encouraged. With registration you will receive a free T-shirt the morning of the walk. Registration fees are $15.00 per person and $25.00 per family (2 T-shirts). 512-847-8595. wimberleyhabitat.org
October 31, 2010
4:30pm-7pm. Halloween on the Wimberley Square. Bring the children to a safe Trick or Treat on the Square. 512-847-1100.
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