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Hill Country Events Calendar
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Hill Country Events for
Thu., May. 17, 2012 through Sun., May. 20, 2012
Events for the Weekend and Beyond
Sat.
Bandera — 8pm. Weekly Saturday night rodeo at Twin Elm, 810 FM 470, with bull riding, steer riding, team roping, barrel racing, mutton busting, calf scramble and more. Please verify the schedule with the ranch. $7; free for kids 5 and under. 830-796-3628. twinelmranch.net
Sat.
Bandera — 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
Sat.
Bandera — 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
May 19-20
Bandera — Taste Hill Country cuisine & hear rock and western beats. 830-796-4847. rockbanderafestival.com
Sat.
Blanco — Solo jazz piano every Saturday evening at the Uptown Blanco Restaurant, 317 Main St., 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
Fri.
Blanco — 2pm-5pm. Tour at 4pm. 231 San Saba Ct.. 830-833-2534. realalebrewing.com
May 19
Blanco — 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. Event benefits Selah, Bamberger Ranch Preserve. $50 ride registration. Tax-deductible donations also accepted. Bicycle Sport Shop, 512-477-3472. realaleride.com
May 19; Jun 16; Jul 21; Aug 18; Sep 15; Oct 20; Nov 17; Dec 8
Blanco — 9am-4pm. Old Blanco County Courthouse Square, 310 Main St. 3rd Saturday of the month March through November with a special Christmas Market Day in Dec. Free. 830-833-2211, . historicblanco.org
May 19
Blanco — 9am-3pm. Blanco State Park, Park Road 23. The beautiful Blanco State Park is transformed as the Blanco Classic Car Show bringing immaculately restored vehicles to the grassy banks of the Blanco River. As many as 200 restored cars and trucks are on view, including antique pre-1949 vehicles through 1959 and up, “muscle cars,” “Vettes,” Mustangs, modified/custom Chevys, original/restored trucks, pre-1958, 1959 and up British vehicles, MG’s, Triumphs, foreign cars, street rods, and special interest vehicles. Prizes, music, t-shirts, food, and more. Free to “walk-in” viewers. 830-833-5348, .
Sat.
Boerne — 8:30am-12:30pm. Herff Farm, 33 Herff Rd. Texas-produced, high-quality organic or natural foods and products such as vegetables and fruits, herbs, organic and grass-fed meats, baked goods, jams and jellies, honey, eggs, freshly prepared sandwiches and hot food, coffee and tea in bulk and natural beauty products. No charge. 210-854-1116. hillcountryfarmersmarket.org
May 19-20
Boerne — Boerne City Lake Park does not regularly offer camping so take advantage of this special occasion and make great memories with your family that will last forever. $25 per family. 830-249-9511.
May 19
Brady — Brady's Municipal Airport at Curtis Field, 377 North. Presented by Morgan Military Aviation Museum. B-25 Yellow Rose will be present during the festivities. Rides on the plane are available for $395, a large portion of which is tax deductible. Cockpit tours and an oral history of the plane. Representatives from the United States Army will be on hand displaying the Apache and Huey helicopters. Also, PT-19, the plane that flew during World War II at Curtis Field, will be on display as well. BBQ dinner and dance. Dinner and dance: $25. 325-456-6726.
Sat.
Brownwood — 9am. A great place to buy home grown fruits and vegetables. Under the Austin Ave & Brady Ave overpass. 325-646-1422.
Mon.
Buchanan Dam — 9:30am–10:30am. Buchanan Arts & Crafts Gallery, 17534 E. Hwy. 29. Free. 512-793-2858.
May 3-20
Bulverde — 8pm. S.T.A.G.E., 1330 Bulverde Rd. A comedy by Jessie Jones, Nicholase Hope and Jamie Wooten. Take a woman on the edge. Add a family reunion, one-eyed suitor, and red velvet cake contest. Top with tornado. Viola, Texas, at its best. Call or go online for tickets. 830-438-2339. stagebulverde.org
May 17
Burnet — 5pm. Concert, 7pm. Presented by Hill Country Children's Advocacy Center. Concert at Hill Country Fellowship Church, 200 Houston Clinton Dr. All proceeds go to The Hill Country Children's Advocacy Center. Renfroe became an overnight sensation with her YouTube video of her singing everything a mother says to her children in a single day to the tune of "The William Tell Overture" being viewed by millions. Raffle, live auction, and silent auction. Free dance will follow the event, 9pm-1pm. $25 in advance ($30 at the door). 512-756-2607.
May 18
Burnet — 10am-midnight. Burnet County Fairgrounds, 1301 Houston Clinton Dr.. 512-756-4297. burnetchamber.org
May 19
Burnet — Reveille Peak Ranch, 105 County Road 114, hosts the Spartan Sprint Texas race! World's leading obstacle race series, and sprints are muddy 3+/- mile events with 10 or more obstacles. Race is comprised of mud runs, obstacles, trail racing, physical challenges and mental challenges all three miles. Top 3 males and top 3 females qualify for a free entry into a Super Spartan of his or her choice. 512-755-4417. https://register.spartanrace.com/Register/groups/default.aspx?newgroup=true&event=6175, rprtexas.com
May 19
Burnet — 8am. Burnet's first City-Wide Garage Sale is coming. Maps to garage sales throughout the community will be provided, in addition to booths on the downtown square. 512-756-4297, 830-798-5738. burnetchamber.org
Sat.
Castroville — 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.
Jun 7; Jul 5; Aug 2; Sep 6; Oct 4; Nov 1; Dec 6; May 17; Jun 14; Jul 19; Aug 16; Sep 13; Oct 18; Nov 15; Dec 13
Castroville — 1403 Angelo St. Presented by Old Alsatian Steakhouse & Ristorante with International Culinary School at the Art Institute of San Antonio. 1st and 3rd Thursdays. Offering the school's outstanding students a chance to be guest chefs at The Old Alsatian two nights a month and offering our valued customers a new culinary treat. Guest chef program will only be available for the dinner menu. 830-931-9191.
Sat.
Comfort — 8am-noon (or sold out). 427 Main at Highway 27 and Broadway. CAFM is one of the oldest Farmers Market in Texas. A must do every Saturday morning. 830-995-3368, 210-422-4869. comfortchamberofcommerce.com
May 1-28
Comfort — 10am-5pm. Comfort Crockery, 402 7th St. The wood carvings of Kevin Rackley exhibit and sale on display through Memorial Weekend. 830-995-5299. comfortcrockery.com
May 17-20
Copperas Cove — City Park. Parade on Sat, 10am. 254-547-7571. copperascove.com
May 19
Dripping Springs — 10am-5pm. Presented by Artists of Dripping Springs. Tour maps may be obtained from any of our seven studio and gallery locations: Sunset Canyon Pottery, Sol’stice, Wesley Gallery, Carved Stone, The Barn at Bell Springs Art Club, Dragonfly Studio and Dragonfly International School. Tour showcases the creativity of our local artists and allows visitors a peep into some of the local studios. A variety of media for sale, including ceramics, paintings, jewelry and stone. 512-585-0806, . artistsofdrippingsprings.org
Thu.
Fredericksburg — 4pm-7pm. Kinderall, W. Austin and N. Crockett. Live music, prepared foods at the Market Cafe and more. fbgfarmersmarket.com
May 4-Jun 2
Fredericksburg — Artisans at Rocky Hill, 234 W. Main St. A juried & judged sculpture show featuring members of the Texas Society of Sculptors. 830-990-8160. artisansatrockyhill.com
May 4-21
Fredericksburg — InSight Gallery, 244 W. Main St. Cheri Christensen, Jennifer McChristian and Qiang Huang. 830-997-9920. insightgallery.com
May 4-Jun 2
Fredericksburg — Artisans at Rocky Hill, 234 W. Main St. A juried & judged sculpture show featuring members of the Texas Society of Sculptors. 830-990-8160. artisansatrockyhill.com
May 4-28
Fredericksburg — RS Hanna Gallery, 208 South Llano St. Our most ancient expression of beauty was classically in the human form. Work of our highly collectible, nationally and internationally recognized artists Dan Beck, Kevin Beilfuss, Lindsey Bittner Graham, John Austin Hanna, E Melinda Morrison and Hodges Soileau underscore the power of the individual. 830-307-3071. rshannagallery.com
May 14-20
Fredericksburg — Fredericksburg Brewing Company, 245 E. Main St. The Brewers Association and The Fredericksburg Brewing Company. Considered The Mother of All Beer Weeks, ACBW recognizes one of America’s true culinary arts and provides a platform for small and independent craft brewers to salute supporters and connect with their local communities. Come and taste an all new brew created specifically for the ACBW celebration. This new black IPA, appropriately named Black Cat IPA, is sure to please. 830-997-1646. yourbrewery.com
May 18
Fredericksburg — Hill Country University Center, 2818 East US Highway 290. Part of the Annual Muesebach Lecture Series. Program honors Meusebach and his contemporaries’ interests in raising grapes and wine production in the region. This program links past and present interests in the grape and the vision of its role in the future of the Texas Hill Country. Throughout the day, Dr. James Kearney, Lonnie Childs, Dr. Ed Hellman, Bill Lindemann, Penny Adams, and Bill Blackmon will share their insights on how 19th century, settlers documented the native flora and shared horticultural information to help lay the foundation for today’s vibrant viticulture in the Texas Hill Country. $25. $20 for students and members of hosting organizations. Call or go to website to pre-register. 830-990-8441. pioneermuseum.net
May 18-20; Jun 15-17; Jul 20-22; Aug 17-19; Sep 14-16; Oct 19-21; Nov 16-18; Nov 23-25
Fredericksburg — Fri-Sat, 9am-6pm. Sun, 9am-4pm. US 290 East. Shop with over 350 vendors and 6 barns in 1 location every third weekend of the month. Acres of antiques, collectables and much more. Peruse the displays, enjoy live music or a snack from the on-site Biergarten. $3 parking fee is good all three days. 830-990-4900. Vendor info, 210-846-4094. fredericksburgtradedays.com
May 19
Fredericksburg — 312 W. San Antonio St. The Pioneer Museum will kick off its 11th year of the Roots Music Series in the Texas Hill Country with a rare “Jazz Night” lineup of music, food, and family fun. 830-997-2835, . pioneermuseum.net
May 20
Fredericksburg — 3pm. Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano Highway. Kay & Friends. This concert is free and the public is welcome, with donations gladly accepted. 830-997-5413.
Fri.
Gruene — 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 17
Gruene — 5pm-8pm. The Grapevine, Texas Wine Bar, 1612 Hunter Rd. Exclusive tasting event held monthly in The Grapevine’s outdoor garden and patio in scenic Gruene Historic District. Three wines from the best wineries in the state and surrounding regions will be featured each month. Learn first-hand details from the winemakers themselves about the wineries and wines they craft. Live tunes, food samplings, and prize giveaways will accompany the tastings and vary monthly. 830-606-0093. grapevineingruene.com
May 19-20; Jun 16-17; Jul 21-22; Aug 18-19; Sep 15-16; Oct 20-21; Nov 17-18; Dec 1-2
Gruene — 10am-5pm. All products sold are made by the vendors themselves. Gruene Market Days are held on the third full weekend of each month, February through November, and the first weekend of December. 830-832-1721. . gruenemarketdays.com
May 20
Gruene — 1am-11am. Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Rd. 16th annual. 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 19
Hico — 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
May 19
Hondo — 9am. South Texas Regional Airport. 3rd annual. Enjoy a fun-filled (low cost!) Armed Forces Day celebration. Over 20 War Birds confirmed to date: B-17, B-25s, C-47, P-51, P-40, C-45, L-17, L-Birds, T-6s, PT-17s, PT-19, T-28, O-1s and more, military fly-bys, flags, bands and a ceremony recognizing our active military and veteran guests. EAA Antique Aircraft displays and a large arts and crafts market days. Good, wholesome, patriotic fun for all ages. 830-741-1162. hondochamber.com
May 19
Hunt — Hunt, at the forks of the Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country, became a town in 1912. The Hunt community will celebrate 100 years of history. Hunt is known for its scenic vistas, summer camps and the clean and sparkling river. The Centennial Celebration will feature programs, exhibitions, demonstrations, and activities throughout the day. The celebration will begin with the opening ceremonies and a parade through historic downtown Hunt. Food and music will be available throughout the day at the nearby Hunt restaurants. In the evening, the celebration will continue at Crider's Rodeo & Dance Hall with a real, live Texas Bar-B-Q, Rodeo and Dance. This is going to be a great family outing. Free for all events. including 6 bands, a Texas Fiddle contest, antique car show, and much much more. Local restaurants will serve food and beverages for a fee. hunt2012.net
Sat., Sun.
Johnson City — Pecan Street Brewing, 106 E. Pecan Dr. Enjoy good food, hand-crafted beers, and live music on weekends. Entertainment and menu details online. 830-868-2500. PecanStreetBrewing.com
Thu.
Johnson City — 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
Thu., Fri., Sat., Sun.
Johnson City — 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
Apr 26-Jun 11
Johnson City — Exhibit Thursdays through Mondays. Book signing, June 10, 1pm-4pm. Taste Wine + Art, Kirchman Galleries, 213 N Nugent Ave. Exhibition of art from the book "River of Contrasts." Margie Crisp, artist and writer, has studied the Texas Colorado River from its beginning at the edge of the High Plains to the Gulf. Over fifty hand colored linocuts, lithographs, silkscreen prints and photographs by the author illustrate the changing character of the river and its diverse inhabitants. The book entertains, informs, and educates readers about the natural beauty of the existing river, its transformative power, the multitude of ways the river is used, and potential threats to the river's existence. No fee. 830-868-9290, . TasteWineArt.com
May 18; Jun 15; Jul 20; Aug 17; Sep 14; Oct 19; Nov 16; Dec 14
Johnson City — 6pm-9pm. Pecan Street Brewing, 106 E. Pecan Dr. Drivers of classic, collector, antique or hotrod cars or trucks who arrive by 7pm are eligible for door prizes. Come out and see the cars and explore the galleries, shops & restaurants in Johnson City. 830-868-2500. PecanStreetBrewing.com
May 1-20
Kerrville — May 12, reception 1pm-3pm. Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. Works from the collection of Tom & Sandra Killian. Clementine Hunter is widely known as the "South's Grandma Moses" for her depictions of rural Southern African-American life. May 12, 10am-noon, respected art educator Robin E. Clark PhD will offer her unique insights into Clementine Hunter's work. Lecture $10, reception free. 830-895-2911, . kacckerrville.com
May 4-Jun 3
Kerrville — May 5, reception, 1pm-3pm. Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. First reunion of the well-known artists' cooperative Guadalupe Art Dogs Gallery, which was formerly located on Old Ingram Loop. The Art Dogs are known for their eclectic diversity of styles and media, which will be on full display for this exhibit of their new work. Free. 830-895-2911, . kacckerrville.com
May 4-Jun 3
Kerrville — May 5, reception, 1pm-3pm. KACC Derby Gallery, 228 Earl Garrett. New works by Summerfish Studio botanical artist Lotus McElfish and photographer Victor Summers. Free. 830-895-2911, . kacckerrville.com
May 19
Kerrville — 2nd annual. De Leon Elementary, 133 E. Pecan Ave.. $15. racedayeventservices.com
Sat.
Kyle — 1pm-4pm. Farmer's Market. Michaelis Ranch, 3600 W FM 150. Come savor Local, Hill Country, and all-Texas foods! 512-268-2241. 150market.com
Thu.
Llano — 7pm. The Badu House, 601 Bessemer Ave. Mike Blakely & WC Jameson. Featuring a special guest each week. 325-247-2238. mikeblakely.com
May 19; Jul 14; Aug 11
Llano — 7:30pm. LanTex Theater, 113 W. Main. May 19: Rex Allen Jr. ($13). July 14: Tony Booth ($10). August 11: Moe Bandy ($15). Presented by Heart of Texas Country Music Association once a month. Tickets are available at the Llano Visitor Center. 325-247-5354. hillbillyhits.com
Thu., Fri., Sat.
Marble Falls — 10am-5pm, Thursday through Saturday. 905 Third St. Group tours available by appointment. 830-798-2157. fallsmusueum.org
Tue.
Marble Falls — 7pm. River City Grille, 700 1st St. Mike Blakely & Larry Nye co-host. Each week features a special guest. 830-798-9909. mikeblakely.com
May 19
Marble Falls — Race begins at 9am. Johnson Park. Run the Cody Kickin' Cancer 5K with Cody, a 4 year old little boy diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma. He is a fighter and has battled through months of Chemo, surgeries, and painful treatments with two more years of treatment ahead. Family friendly run/walk with kids activities and games and prize drawings for all participants. Top three in each category also receive a prize. Register online or onsite starting at 8am. Adults age 18 and up $30. Children ages 17 and under $20. Children ages 8 and under: Free Kids K with the purchase of an adult runner. 469-285-0459, . wix.com/smithlacey/codykickincancer, active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=2022697
Thu., Fri., Sat., Sun.
Mason — 6pm-9pm. Reopens upon the return of the bats. 325-347-5970. 512-263-8878. nature.org/texas
May 20
Mason — 2pm. MHS Auditorium, 200 Fort McKavitt St. Topic this year is “Comanches in the Texas Hill Country.” Sponsored by Mason County Historical Commission. 325-347-5295 x228. 325-347-6583.
Sat.
New Braunfels — 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 18
New Braunfels — 4pm-7pm. Landa Park. 10,000 floating frogs will be up for adoption as the Comal County Senior Center Foundation invites you to adopt frogs at a $5 donation. 830-629-4547.
May 18; May 19
New Braunfels — 7pm-8:30pm. Landa Park Boathouse, 110 Golf Course Rd. Couples can cruise or anchor their paddleboats for a special evening under moonlit skies on Landa Lake. Refreshments will be provided. Ages 16+. $30 per couple. Pre-registration is required. 830-221-4350. nbtexas.org/parks
May 19
San Marcos — 6pm. Texas State University LBJ Center Ballroom. BBQ, Dinner, Cash bar & free parking. All proceeds from the auction are used to provide services to local victims of family violence, sexual assault and child abuse in Hays and Caldwell counties. 512-396-3404. hcwc.org
Wed., Thu., Fri.
Startzville — 5pm-8:30pm. VFW Post 8800, 7755 FM 2673. Wed. Fiesta Night. Drinks, karaoke, shuffleboard. Bingo every Thur. Kitchen opens at 6pm, cards go on sale at 6:30pm. Burger night every Fri. Smoke-free. 830-899-7774.
May 17; Jun 14; Jul 19; Aug 16; Sep 13; Oct 18; Nov 15; Dec 13
Uvalde — 3pm-7pm on the beautiful downtown square in Uvalde, Texas. A local food event featuring produce and products from within a 100 mile radius. 830-278-9571. uvaldeaac.org
May 19
Valley Spring — 11am-1pm. 325-247-5354, . llanochamber.org
Wed.
Wimberley — 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.
Sat.
Wimberley — 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
Sat.
Wimberley — Wimberley Valley Watershed Association offers tours every Saturday at 10am (except holidays). 221 Woodacre Drive. Free. Donations welcome. 512-722-3390.
May 19
Wimberley — Gates open at noon. Cypress Creek Cafe, 320 Wimberley Sq. Jon Hogan String Band, Jitterbug Vipers, Pony Bone & the Squeezetones, AC & The Bad Billys, Lost Bayou Ramblers, Fat Cracker in Buzzard Bar. Free admission. Donations benefit Wounded Warrior Project. 512-847-0020. cypresscreekcafe.com
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