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2 July 2010 HILL COUNTRYCURRENT www.hillcountrycurrent.com

Hill Country Current features the businesses unique to the Texas Hill Country. Were here to

help people find where to eat, sleep, and play. Its a spotlight on the Hill Country Lifestyle.

Hill Country Currentis a free, monthly publicationcovering the Texas Hill Country.

14,000 copies published the first week of every monthand distributed around the Hill Country.

Cover PhotoSteve Schmidt, one of the owners of

Enchanted Springs Ranch, stands ready

at the door to the Sheriffs Offi ce.

See page 4 to read about how an ac-claimed ranch in Boerne keeps the OldWest alive.

Photos by Donna Browne,

Hot Flash Photography,www.hotflashphoto.com.

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Inside3 Camp Wood49th Old Setters Reunion

4 BoerneThe Old West Lives on in Boerne

6 WimberleyWesley Gallery Show Explores Local Solutionsto World Energy Problems

Arts CalendarEvents at galleries, art shows, and more.

8 BlancoBlanco State Park Opens Wildlife Viewing Area

10 Hill Country MapFind Hill Country towns with our handy map.

12 BanderaBandera to Celebrate National Day of the American Cowboy

14 BanderaTaking a Leap of Faith Pamela Langes Adventures in Antiques

Antiquing CalendarCheck here for events to help in your antique search.

15 Antiquing in the Hill CountryAntique Shop Directory

16 Hill Country Events Calendar

22 Spring BranchSpring Branch Bistro Makes Fine Dining AffordableGet Hungry!Build up an appetite with these events.

23 On the MenuRestaurant Directory

Each first full weekend in August, the littleHill Country town of Camp Wood nearly

doubles in size when its time to enjoy the OldSettlers Reunion. For 49 years now, peoplewho once lived in the Nueces Canyon flockback to the area to celebrate family, friend-ships and community while enjoying thebeautiful scenery along the crystal-clearNueces River. On August 6 and 7, residents,friends, family, former residents and those justpassing through will be on hand to celebratethe traditions and beauty of the Canyon.

The festivities kick off Friday evening witha reunion of ex-students. Dances and rodeosround out the Friday evening festivities. Therodeo kicks off both nights at the Bruce Park

Rodeo Arena. The Nueces Canyon VolunteerFire Department will be having their annualFundraiser Street Dance in front of City Hall on4th Street beginning at 9 p.m.

The admission is quite reasonable and itsfun for the whole family.

Everyone in town can feel the excitementin the air Saturday morning when paradeentrants begin lining up at the south end oftown, and the Canyons best pecan pie bakersdrop off their labors of love for the annualpecan pie contest/auction at the park in themiddle of town. Some of the tastiest pies inthe Canyon will be judged Saturday morning

and then auctioned off to the luckiest bidders.The annual parade officially kicks off the

events Saturday morning at 10:00 sharp. Every-one from the local cheerleaders, high schoolmarching band, churches, horse clubs, area

Camp Wood

businesses, fire department, and ex-studentsto those with rare collections of vintage trac-

tors and cars line up to entertain the awaitingcrowds. When the last of the parade entrantshas made its way down the main street andturned left at the bank, the rest of the festivi-ties begin.

The OSR King and Queen are coronatedat 11:00 on-stage in the park, followed bywelcome speeches and entertainment. Foodand arts and crafts vendors will be open inthe park. Music and entertainment from TexasSteel Horse Band begins after the welcomespeeches, and the competitions commence.Awards and bidding for the pecan pies startsimmediately after the coronation. The Horse-

shoe Pitching, Washer Pitching, and DominoTournaments also begin at 11:00. For $10 perevent, you can round up some pretty stiffcompetition. The fiddlers competition, hostedby the United Fiddlers, start s around 2:00 p.m.You can join in or just enjoy the show. Localtalent will be showcased on the stage through-out the day.

Water is always available in the park sinceit will be hot. Please remember to apply sun-screen, especially on the younger ones. Localbusinesses always prove to be a welcome re-spite from the summer heat. The Nueces Riveris also an easily accessible and fun way to cool

off and relax during our toasty summers.Were making plans for an even bigger better

event next year for our 50th OSR. So makesure to save the dates and make plans forAugust 5 6, 2011, next summer.

49th Old Settlers Reunion


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Boerne

BY ANNA SWEAT

While the Hill Countrys reputation for Texas firsts continues to grow, forexample, first vineyard, first olive orchard, etc., one ranch appeals to touristsnot through the new attractions it promises, but through the old. EnchantedSprings Ranch in Boerne resurrects the Old West in all its three-dimensional gritand glory for visitors every week with a twist. Situated on 86 acres of workingranchland, Enchanted Springs is no run-of-the-mill dude ranch. While otherarea ranches offer modern-day rodeos and roundups, Enchanted Springs takesyou back in time to a scene straight out of the Wild West, with 60 fully erectedfrontier style buildings, a pistol-packing show to rival Annie Oakley, chuckwagon dinners and an exotic animal park.

Retirement just didnt work out for me, says owner Steve Schmidt, one half ofthe marriage and partnership that are responsible for this 2008 Oprah Winfrey

Wacky Family Attractions top pick, rated just below Legoland. Schmidt builtthe entire park himself, beginning over eight years ago after retiring from along and varied career path. Tinkering around on the ranch and motivated bya life-long draw to all things cowboy which began in childhood, Steve builtthe first few buildings on a whim. Encouraged by the reactions of friends andfamily, what began as a hobby quickly turned to an obsession and Schmidt justkept on building. The ranch now proudly boasts over 60 buildings or facades,some of which open into a large dance hall.

Thanks to Steves hard work, Enchanted Springs is quickly becoming thepreferred western movie set in Texas, boasting a long list of film and televisioncredits, including two award-winning movies and another due out in 2010titled Legend of Hells Gate. But Steve is most excited about the ranchs appear-

ance on an episode of motivational speaker Tony Robbins debut reality show,set to air in July on NBC primetime. They had me counsel the couple for sixdays before Tony showed up, Steve says proudly. And its no wonder. One lookaround Enchanted Springs Ranch and its clear: Steve Schmidt has no troublebeing motivated.

Steve isnt the only inspirational marvel at Enchanted Springs though. PistolPackin Paula is the ranchs main attraction and shell be there whenever youvisit the ranch. Paula is a two-time World Champion pistol twirler and is theonly woman to achieve that status, as well as t he only professional female pistoltwirler. Paula performs several times a week after the chuck wagon dinner withher trick horse, aweing the crowds with her twirling and shooting abilities. Inaddition, the ranchs own trick miniature horse performs, and kids compete in a

Pony Express Obstacle Course while adults are arrested nightly for mock war-rants written by friends and family. Its all very humorous and silly, Steve saysof the arrests and warrants.


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Enchanted Springs Ranch offers tours year round, where adults and kids canget a close-up look at the Old West, learn a little about our Texas heritage andenjoy the ranchs unique menagerie, including a herd of Texas Longhorns,buffalo, elk, zebra, and even Oryx, an endangered African species similar to thegazelle. Events can be coordinated and hosted on site, from corporate affairs tobirthday parties. Lodging is available in an 1800s log cabin bed and breakfast.Reservations are required to attend the summer show and chuck wagon dinner.Additional information can be found by visiting www.enchantedspringsranch.com or by calling 800-640-5917.

Far left: Steve and Vicki Schmidt stand outside the Saloon withPistol Packin Paula. Top right and Left: Paula performs.Photos by Donna Browne.


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Wind, Water and Light

Wesley Gallery ShowExplores Local Solutionsto World Energy Problems

July 10 Dripping Springs WesleyGallery show, Wind, Water and Light,explores local solutions to our world energy

challenges, Saturday 10 am5 pm at theGallery: 27008 Ranch Rd. 12 South.

Sit under a solar umbrella while youadmire magnificent sculpture and brightlypainted rain barrels. Learn about nearbywind and geothermal projects, browsethrough drought resistant plant specimens,and then talk with a green builder aboutputting it all together.

Inside the Gallery, over a hundredcompact fluorescent bulbs powered by asolar roof array will light additional artworksand business displays from Lighthouse Solar,Xanadu Nursery, The Maroney Company,

Hill Country Ecopower and Sherwin WilliamsPaints. The Rainwater Revival Group will

July 10th explores local solutions to world energy crises at their

Wind, Water & Light Show

Wesley Gallery

FINE ART UNIQUE GIFTS CUSTOM FRAMING

27008 RANCH RD 12, DRIPPING SPRINGS, HALF MILE SOUTH OF HWY 290 W

also be present to promote and share theirspecial understanding of one of the oldestforms of water conservation, rainwater

catch.Texas Representative Patrick Rose and

Hays County Commissioner Karen Ford willdiscuss policy issues.

Future availability of energy resourcesis a major challenge for humankind. Weare at the center of the changes that mustbe made, but when, how, and at whatcost? These displays and conversationsare designed to answer questions aboutcurrently available solutions, to educate,inspire and incite action.

For additional information and map,visit www.wesleygallery.com, [email protected], or call 888-224-3644.

BOERNEJuly 10Second Saturday Art & WineBest Kept Secret East of Santa Fe. SecondSaturday in Boerne is composed of aneclectic collection of galleries and otherwalls featuring an evolving array of artin all media. Enjoy complimentary wineand hors doeuvres as you make thetour around town. Make Boerne yourHill Country Art Destination and plan on

spending the weekend with us. Great food,drink, shopping and the gorgeous naturalbeauty of the Hill Country. Gallery andother wall participants include CarriageHouse Gallery, COSAS, Ewe & Eye, DodgingDuck Brewhaus, Garden Path Gallery,Highland House Gallery, Majestic Ranch ArtsFoundation, and Smilovicis Galleria. Visitwebsite for featured events. 830-249-1500.secondsaturdayartandwine.com

COPPERAS COVEJuly 2, August 6First Friday Art After Dark

Frames & Things, 216 Cove Terrace. Held onthe first Friday monthly. Different local artistfeatured at each event. Complimentary wine& cheese. 254-547-8448.framesandthings.com

FREDERICKSBURGJune 26-August 15Gardens - Real & Ima gined Art Show10am-4pm. 308 E. Austin St. An annualart exhibition featuring new work by themembers of the Fredericksburg Art Guild.The Guild is closed on Tuesdays. 830-997-4949. fredericksburgartguild.org

July 2, August 6First Friday Art Walk FredericksburgA tradition in Fredericksburg, with galleriesopen until 8:00pm. Fredericksburgsart galleries will be focusing on someaspect of exhibiting ar tists works,which may include painting and finecraft demonstrations, casual art talks,opportunities to meet artists, specialshowings and entertainment. Participantswill experience the Fredericksburg art sceneup close and personal while enjoying finewines from local wineries and beyond allday long. Participating galleries are Artisans

at Rocky Hill, Charles Beckendorf Gallery,Fredericksburg Art Gallery, The Good ArtCo., Rodeo Studio Gallery, Uptown Market,Whistle Pik Galleries, Fredericksburg ArtGuild and InSight Gallery.firstfriday-fbg.blogspot.com

JOHNSON CITYJuly 31Johnson City Art Walk4pm-8pm. Johnson City art galleries and

studios join together to offer fine artexhibitions and receptions with manyof the featured artists in attendance forthese special events. Kirchman Gallery(213 N. Nugent Ave.). 830-868-9290.kirchmangallery.com

KERRVILLEMay 27-July 11Southwest Gourd Fine Art ShowTues.-Sat. 10am-4pm, Sun. 1pm-4pm. KerrArts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett.A juried exhibit featuring many of the bestgourd artists in America. Reception andawards, May 29, 1pm-3pm. Free admission.

830-895-2911. kacckerrville.com

LLANOMay 1-September 17Calling Artists for Downtown LlanoStarving Artist Sale and ShowCalling all artists for the third annual saleand show. Show is semi-juried. Space is $10;no fee to the public. Robin Chiesa, 325-247-4963. circleartgallery.com

May 17-January 1Llano Trail of the Deer Community ArtProject

Life-sized, artistically rendered deer will beon display all about the Llano area. RobinChiesa, 325-247-4963. circleartgallery.com

NEW BRAUNFELSAugust 2-30Different Strokes Art Show10am-5pm. Several well-known womenartists who have painted and critiquedtogether for many years invite one andall to their show and reception at theNew Braunfels Art League Gallery, 239W. San Antonio St. They call themselvesthe Brushstrokes Group and workprimarily in watermedia. 830-629-8022.newbraunfelsartleague.com

ROCKPORTJuly 3-4Rockport Art FestivalSat., 10am-6pm. Sun., 10am-5pm. RockportFestival Grounds, across from Little Bay. Joinus on the bay, under the tents. Over 120artists with fine arts and master crafts, pluschildrens tent, live music, delicious food,and more. Sponsored by Royal Oaks. 361-729-5519. rockportartcenter.com

SPRING BRANCH

July 3, August 7Casa del Parque First Saturday Art Show4pm-7pm. Casa del Parque Art Galler y,The Adobe Village of Spring Branch,8685 US Hwy 281 Nor th. 830-885-7256.casadelparqueartgallery.com

Arts

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experience!

GreatJuly

Festivals!

FOR A BROCHURE PACKET CALL TOLL FREE 1-866-TexFest (839-3378)www.Tex-Fest.com

Oct. 1-3 Oktoberfest - 30th AnniversaryThe sound of oompah, the aroma of sizzling bratwurst, and thecries of Prosit will herald the arrival of Oktoberfest. For three fulldays, the whole world is invited to sing, toast and dance at oneof Fredericksburgs favorite festivals. Be sure to join us for theopening ceremonies on Friday and Chicken Dance around the

Square on Saturday morning! www.oktoberfestinfbg.com

Oct. 8-10 Texas Mesquite Art FestivalOver 60 artisans will be showcasing their wonderfulwork. Mantels, doors, flooring, artwork, dining sets,pens, lamps, tables and other furniture are increasinglyrequested in mesquite. Its free...www.texasmesquiteassn.org

July 16-17

Night in Old

Fredericksburg

ENJOY Wildseed Farms

Ponty Bone, Friday

Rotel & The Hot Tomatoes, Saturday

Hot Sauce Booths

Hot Air Balloons

Gourmet Chefs

Pepper Fields

Wildflower Fields

Butterfly Haus

Childrens RidesSomuchto see & do over the2 days during the annual

July 23-24

Gourmet Chili

Pepper and

Salsa Festival

Hwy 290 East Fredericksburg

WildseedFarms.com

Fun Both Days during

our 47th annual NIOF!

German & Texas Music

Food Cold Beverages

Bier Pub

Arts & Crafts Kids Area

Historical Demonstrations

Family fun, Where the Fun Never Sets! Great German

food, drink, and music both days on two stages,arts/crafts, kids area, historical exhibits...

Fredericksburg is rich in toe-tapping festivals....

Downtown

MarktPlatz

Oct. 23 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest - 20th AnniversaryA celebration of Texas food and wine. Featuring over 50 Texas Specialty booths plus 25 Texas winer-ies. Lively entertainment includes Texana, oldies and jazz music, an auction, Cooking School, and twoSpecial Events to enhance the experience. www.fbgfoodandwinefest.com

MORE FESTIVALS ON THE HORIZON!

Gourmet Chili Pepper & Salsa Festival!Night In Old Fredericksburg!

www.Tex-Fest.com


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BY JOANNE FISCHER

The Wildlife View-ing Station at theBlanco State Park isofficially completedand open for use bypark patrons andvisitors. The comple-

tion of the structurewas celebrated witha private dedicationceremony held onMonday, May 24.

The structure hasbeen dedicated tolong-time Blancoresident Jean Evans.Jean is an avidbirder and authoredBirds of Blanco StatePark - A Field Checklist, a Texas Parks and

Wildlife Department publication.The checklist was the result of a five-year

study conducted by Ms. Evans from May1988 to May 1993. During this time, Jean

spent at least a day per week observingand recording, by species and number, allbirds seen in (or flying over) the park. The

checklist not only itemizes all the speciesobserved, but indicates if the species is apermanent resident, a summer resident, awinter resident or a migrant. It also denoteswhether the species is common, fairly com-mon, uncommon, rare, or accidental.

This checklist is a timeless and invaluabletool for birders and visitors to Blanco State

Park, and copies are available at the parkoffice. Jean has been an active member ofthe Audubon Society most of her adult lifeand has travelled the world in search of

new birds.Jean was also a contributor

to the Blanco County News formany years, penning a regulararticle about birds and wildlifein the Blanco area. She is knownto many as the local expertregarding not only birds, but allnative wildlife, including flora

and fauna. For many years Jeanled an annual wildflower identi-fication session referred to as awalk in the park , conducted onthe grounds of the old BindseilPark and Blanco State Park.

Park personnel have alreadybegun taking advantage of theWildlife Viewing Station. MaryAlice Partain, Park Interpretive

Ranger has conducted two educationalprograms at the site. She has receivedunsolicited comments from park patrons

that the Viewing Station is a wonderfuladdition to the park and provides a quiet,tranquil environment in which to observeand participate in nature. All are invited tostop by and share the experience.

Blanco State ParkOpens Wildlife

Viewing Area

Construction began in March.

The completed viewing area.


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After spending time in Blanco StatePark, stop by Blancos great shops andrestaurants. If you decide to spend thenight, stay at one of our great hotels,B&Bs, and guesthouses. If youd like tostay even longer, REMAX Genesis andCalico Meadows can help you.

Blanco State Park is inside the city of Blanco,located just south of the Square on Highway281. The state park is 104.6 acres along theBlanco River. Wildlife Observation and Photog-raphy: nutria, mallard duck, raccoon, armadillo,and squirrel. Fish include winter rainbow trout,perch, catfish, and bass. Activities includecamping; swimming; picnicking; hiking; naturestudy; boating (electric motors only); andfishing. Annual Events: Easter Sunrise Service;Blanco Classic Car Show - 3rd Saturday in May.Tube rentals are available at the park.

Facilities include restrooms with and withoutshowers; campsites with water and electricity;campsites with water, electricity, and sewer;screened shelters; a group picnic area (LongTables); a group picnic pavilion built by theC.C.C; a sanitary dump station; group, day-usefacilities; playgrounds; and a Texas State ParkStore.

A dozen campsites offer full hookups, 21have water and electricity only, and 7 screenshelters include electrical outlets, ceiling fans,interior lighting, and a picnic table. Two of theseven are handicapped-accessible. Campsitesrange in cost from $14 to $21 per night. Thedaily park entry fee is $3; children 12 andunder get in free.

For more information about the park, call830-833-4333. For general Texas State Parkinformation, call 800-792-1112. To make anovernight state park reservation, call 512-389-8900, or make an online reservation:www.tpwd.state.tx.us.

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Bandera

BY ERNIEALTGELT

America loves its cowboys. Those ruggedlyindependent, straight shooters who can ride,rope, throw and tie (and never tell a lie) havebeen publicly celebrated in countless wayssince the cattle culture of the Old West firstthundered across the prairies. In paintingsand on film, in histories and novels alike, andespecially at rodeos and other daring demon-strations, these (past and present) hard ridersof the round up still generate awe and admira-tion for their remarkable skills and abilitiesand, perhaps even more importantly, for theirmany contributions to Americas rough andtumble evolution. As a symbol of national ap-preciation, in 2005, President George W. Bushand the United States Congress authorizedthat the fourth Saturday in July be officiallydesignated The National Day of the AmericanCowboy. In 2010, this very special com-

memoration will fall on Saturday, July 24 and,fortunately for denim-clad devotees in theTexas Hill Country and beyond, no community(anywhere) has planned a bigger, better ormore appropriate tribute than the Lone StarStates (aptly named) Cowboy Capital of theWorld, Bandera. Just to be sure, they plan akick-off Ranch Rodeo on Friday evening begin-ning at 7:00 p.m. at Mansfield Park.

Come Saturday morning, like any busy Day(and Banderas NDAC will be busy), its best toget started with a hearty breakfast. With thatin mind, early attendees are encouraged tofollow the beckoning aromas from an opencooking fire to the spacious Bandera CountyCourthouse lawn (centrally located on thetowns iconic Main Street). B eginning at 8:00a.m. (and for a modest $5.00 a head), a chuckwagon will begin serving that perennial cowcamp favorite warm, moist and extremelyflavorful Dutch oven-baked biscuits ladled

with generous dollops of homemade gravy.Gallons of fresh-brewed coffee complete thisvery satisfying, and sustaining, morning repast.

When the courthouse clock strikes 9:00 a.m.(and lasting until 4:00 p.m.) Banderas NDACsalute continues with a rip-roaring bang as theshade-dappled lawn plays host to an excitingvariety of cow town characters guaranteedto entertain and amaze one and all. Visitorswill delight to myriad trick ropers, storytell-ers, musicians, gunfighters (shooting blanks),leather carvers, mounted riders, blacksmiths,and even roaming longhorns all seeminglyright out of the 1880s. Additional activitiesscheduled include the always-popular stick-horse races, cow chip tossing and a childrenscowboy dress-up area. On hand and acces-sible throughout the festivities will be many ofBanderas own world- class, champion rodeocowboys.

For many, the highlight of the occasionwill be the Western arts and crafts GeneralStore Market. Savvy shoppers will delight to

the works of more than 25 talented artisansdisplaying their wares and creations. Countlessdecorative, practical or just plain fun hand-crafted, Western-themed items (priced for allbudgets) will be available for purchase. Then,at high noon, true cowboy aficionados willwant to gather to witness the 2010 inauguralinductions into the museums Texas HeroesHall of Honor. During this stirring ceremony, sixnotable individuals will be recognized (someposthumously) for their personal accomplish-ments in bettering their home state of Texas.This year inductees include the likes of Red

Steagall (cowboy poet), Buck Taylor (artist andactor), Polly Carpio Rodrigues (posthumously,a Texas Ranger, Indian Fighter and Methodist

Minister) , Bill Picket (posthumously, a steerdogger well known for biting the lip whiledoggen a steer) and Don and Judy Hicks (own-ers of the Mayan Dude Ranch the first State ofTexas ranch to begin a successful marketingcampaign in Europe in the 1960s that helpchange the tourism industry for Texas).

At 7:00 p.m. the NDAC action shifts to spa-cious Mansfield Park on Highway 16 just northof downtown. Finally, as the perfect grandfinale befitting of this very special cowboycommemoration, the days activities willconclude at the parks arena with a genuine,bronco-busting, team-roping, Frontier TimesRanch Rodeo a qualifier for the South TexasRanch Rodeo finals. If you have never seen aranch rodeo you are in for a treat. Cowboysenter in teams of 5 and each team competesin ranch style skills like roping, branding, wildcow milking, bronc saddling, team roping andmore. The multi-event, top-hand competitionbegins at 7:00 p.m. and promises to be quite ashow, so dont be late. There is a $10.00 admis-

sion fee for adults, $6.00 for children six- to 12-years-old and free to cowpokes five and under.

For additional information about BanderasNational Day of the American Cowboycelebration on Friday July 23rd and Saturday,July 24th , including the purchase of advancedtickets to the rodeo, visit the museums Website at: www.frontiertimesmuseum.com.Interested parties can also call (830) 796-4447.Proceeds benefit the Frontier Times Museum, anon-profit organization. There are no admis-sion fees to the courthouse areas and parkingis free at all events. Personal lawn chairs are

welcome at the courthouse and park.


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Antiquing Events

Taking a Leap of FaithPamela Langes Adventures in Antiques

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events calendarALBERT

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, SundaysAlbert Ice HouseAlbert, TX. New Spring and Summer hours.Come out to Albert and enjoy live music everyweekend. Pickers circle every Saturday. Formore information go to our web site www.alberttexas.com or call 512-663-2848.

BANDERA

SaturdaysCowboys on Main1pm-4pm. Western display in front of BanderaCounty Courthouse, 500 Main Street, andstrolling musicians on Banderas Main Street.

Sponsored by the Frontier Times MuseumsLiving History Project. No admission.banderacowboycapital.com

FridaysRodeo at Twin Elm Guest Ranch8pm every Fri. 810 FM 470. 830-796-3628.twinelmranch.net

July 3, August 7Bandera Market DaysOn the courthouse lawn, 500 Main Street.Sponsored by Bandera Business Association.

Open to individual artists and craftsmenpresenting original works and to farmersselling produce. 830-796-4447.

banderabusinessassociation.com

July 34th of July Pet ParadeSponsored by Cowboy Capital Pet AssistanceLeague at Bandera City Park at 10am. All petsfrom horses to turtles to dogs, birds, cats,etc. are welcome. Registration begins at 9am;judging at 9:30am. Pet treats provided. Humanrefreshments available for sale. Free.

July 7, August 4Summer Wellness Series7:30pm. Silver Sage Corral, 803 Buck Creek.

Put an end to constant dieting and loseweight for good. Attend this free, informativeworkshop aimed to teach you to understandyour relationship with food and what that tellsyou about your life in general. Learn to makepractical, simple changes in the way you eatthat will make you look and feel your best!Facilitated by Leah Lund, Certified HolisticHealth Counselor. Part 2, July 7, Wise Wellness:A Womans Guide. Park 3, August 4, A MomsGuide to Providing Healthy Meals. RSVP:[email protected]. onewholehealth.com

July 23Old Fashioned Jam Session6:30pm. 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 yourselfto a plate. Whether just getting started orif you are a seasoned musician, have funjoining in on the extemporaneous-style of anevening jam session. 4th Friday Jam Night heldmonthly, January through October.830-796-4969. silversagecorral.org

July 23-24National Day of the American CowboyFrontier Times Museum, 510 13th St. Starts Fri.with a ranch rodeo. Sat. morning begins witha cowboy breakfast on the Courthouse lawn,

followed by a western arts and craft showwith entertainment. The induction of the 2010honorees into the Frontier Times MuseumsHeroes of Honor will take place at noon. Bringyour own chairs for lawn activities. RanchRodeo follows in the evening on Saturday.830-796-4447. frontiertimesmuseum.org

BLANCO

ThursdaysRomper Rangers10am-11:30am. Blanco State Park, Park Road23. Early exposure to and good experiences innature are key to a childs future relationship

and stewardship of our natural resources. Thisclass is a relaxed and inviting experience forparents and young children (age 1-5) to enjoynature together (no more than three childrenper adult please). Activities will include walks,meeting plant and animal friends and hearingstories. Parents will remain with children forentire class and should dress themselves andtheir child for outside activities. Check at ParkHeadquarters for directions to class location.830-833-4333. tpwd.state.tx.us/blanco

July 17Blanco Market Days

9am-4pm. Old Blanco County CourthouseSquare, 310 Main St. Market Day is heldthe 3rd Saturday of the month Marchthrough December. Free. 830-833-2211,[email protected]. historicblanco.org

BOERNE

SaturdaysGuided Tour of Honey CreekState Natural Area9am. Guadalupe River State Park, 3350 ParkRoad 31. The Saturday morning walking tourof Honey Creek. Call in advance to confirmthat the tour will be given on the particularSaturday you wish to visit. Honey CreekState Natural Area is 2293.7 acres located inwestern Comal County, approximately 30 milesnorth of downtown San Antonio. Suggesteddonation is $2 per person for persons 13years and older or $5 per family. Friends ofGuadalupe River or Honey Creek are free.830-438-2656. tpwd.state.tx.us/honey_creek

Saturdays, ending November 13Boerne Farmers Market2pm-6pm. Veterans Plaza, 102 City Park Rd. Avariety of seasonal fruits and veggies, canneditems, jellies, pickles, local olive & olive oil soap,granola, fresh baked breads, grass fed beef,pastered chickens, local honey, nuts, farm fresheggs, flowers, herbs & plants. 830-249-9511.

July 2, August 6Cascade Flashlight TourCascade Caverns, 226 Cascade Caverns Road.On the first Friday of every month well have an

extended nighttime tour using only flashlightsto explore the Cave and its many inhabitants.The one-hour tour includes a Cascade CavernsLED flashlight thats yours to keep. Comeover and see what changes are being madeand planned at the park. Meet our new andexperienced staff and owners. Well havemusic, food, and demonstrations. The cost is$24.95 per adult and $19.95 for teens 12-17years old. Must be 12 or older to attend andteens must be accompanied by a parent orguardian. We require a $10 deposit per personvia cash/check or credit card to hold yourplace. Call 830-755-8080 to reserve your spotin one of two tours starting at 7:30pm and

8:00pm. Be sure to arrive at least 15 minutesbeforehand. 830-755-8080.cascadecaverns.com

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Wild West Chuck Wagon Dinner Show5pm-7pm. The Enchanted Springs Ranch, 242Hwy 46 West, will host a Texas barbeque, withlive Western music, tractor wagon rides, a wildanimal park, western entertainment, pictureswith Woodrow the Longhorn Steer, and toursthrough the Western Movie Set and Wild WestTown. $29.50 plus tax for adults. $19.00 plustax for kids under 12. Kids under 3 are free.Reservations required. 830-249-8222, ext. 203.enchantedspringsranch.com

July 44th of July Fireworks ShowThis mesmerizing fireworks show will be puton by The Boerne Volunteer Fire Department.830-249-7277.

July 6, 20Abendkonzerte7:30pm. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets andcoolers to Main Plaza to oompah to the beat ofthe longest continually playing German bandoutside of Germany, the Boerne Village Band.830-249-7277.

July 10-11Boerne Market DaysSecond weekend of every month. Gazebo inthe Main Square. Take beautiful small-townsurroundings, dozens of vendors from all overTexas, arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles,unusual items and great food, and you haveMarket Days! David, 830-249-5530 or210-844-8193. boernemarketdays.com

July 10, 24Songs & Stories Concerts7:30pm-10pm. Cibolo Nature Center, 140City 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. May 8,the popular Blue Cats, led by Mike Davis, bringtheir big, horn-powered classic blues from SanAntonio. $10; $7.50 CNC members; $5 for 65and up; free for kids 12 and under.830-249-4616. cibolo.org

July 10Summer SplashPresented by Mi Casa Tamales & CantinaOutdoor Music Venue, 25930 IH 10 W.,exit #550, R alph Fair Rd. Texas Country,Margaritaville Style. 4pm, Texas Tide. 7pm,Jeremy Steding. 9:30pm, Asleep at the Wheel.Free inflatable waterpark, 3pm-6pm. Sand art& activities, kids painting area. Food, frozendrinks. 210-698-6672. tamalesmicasa.com

July 17Summer Scene Concert in the Park8pm. Main Plaza. Featuring Burnevik vega.

July 30Movie in the ParkSundown. Christmas in July! Featuring ThePolar Express, and see it snow on the Main

Plaza.

BRADY

July 1-3July Jubilee Carnival & FireworksRichards Park, 305 Memory Lane. Join DaisyEdwards and the Carnival for the July Jubilee.Nightly wrist bands will be sold and TracyPitcox will be back to offer a dance contest.

Fireworks start at sunset on July 3 at BradyLake Pavillion ($5 per car or $1 per person).325-597-3491. bradytx.com

July 24Live Oak Trade DaysVFW Building in Richards Park, 305 MemoryLane. Offers a wide variety of items foreveryones needs and desires. The eventfeatures area vendors with jewelry, arts &crafts, food, furniture and much more. Free

entry. Joy Robinson, 325-597-9023,[email protected].

BRIGGS

July 31Mystery Motorcycle, Car, TruckRide for the ChildrenOakalla VFD, 29111 Fm 963. Mystery Ride tobenefit Santas Helpers. This is a Christmas Runin the Summer--all donations will go to theSantas Helpers of Burnet County to ensurethat no child will be without on Christmas!512-756-8515.

BROWNWOODSaturdaysBrownwood Farmers Market9am. A great place to buy home grown fruitsand vegitables. Under the Austin Ave & BradyAve overpass. 325-646-1422.

BUDA

July 2, 9, 16, 23Buda City ParkEnjoy bands under the summer sun and watchfamily-friendly films under the stars! Seating ison the grass, so bring your lawn chair, blankets

and snacks for comfort. Concessions will beavailable. Films begin 9:00 pm. July 9, Wherethe Wild Things Are. July 16, Bo Cox wi th TexasFX. July 23, Tejano Night. budachamber.com

BULVERDE

July 15-August 1S.T.A.G.E. Presents Is He Dead?Thurs., Fri., Sat., doors open at 6:30pm. Curtainat 8pm. Optional meal 6:30pm-7:30pm. Sun.matinees, 4pm (dessert only). Krause HouseTheatre, 1300 Bulverde Rd. A new comedyby Mark Twain as adapted by David Ives. Anelaborate madcap comedy that reaches giddycomic heights. July 15 opening benefits theSan Antonio Chapter of Freedoms Foundationat Valley Lodge (all tickets $16). Adult $16,senior 62+ $13, student $10. 830-438-2339.stagebulverde.org

BURNET

FridaysGo Fishing With A Ranger5pm-6pm. Inks Lake State Park, 3630 Park Road4 West. After a brief safety and basic fishingskill instruction, children will get a chance togo fishing with a Park Ranger and a Master

Naturalist. This is a catch and release programthat introduces fishing to our youngsters.A limited amount of fishing equipment(including poles and bait) is available to checkout through the Tackle Loaner Program at thepark, or bring your own. Adult supervision ishighly recommended. 512-793-2223. tpwd.state.tx.us/inks

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FOOD * FROZEN DRINKS * FUN

Summer Splash

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Summer Splash

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Mi CasaTamales & Cantina

Outdoor Music Venue

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Free Inflatable 3 pm - 6pm

Sand Art & Activities, Kids Painting Area

WATERPARK

Texas Tide-4 pm ~ Jeremy Steding-7 pm

Asleep at the Wheel9:30 pm

www.tamalesmicasa.com ~

25930 IH 10 W. Exit #550 Ralph Fair Rd.

(210) 698-6672

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Taste of the Hill Country6:30pm-8:30pm. Galloway HammondRecreation Center, 1601 South Water St. Foodand wine festival. $8 in advance, $10 at thedoor. Cathy Ryden, [email protected].

CAMP WOOD

August 6-7Old Settlers ReunionFor 49 years now, people who once lived inthe Nueces Canyon flock back to the area tocelebrate family, friendships and communitywhile enjoying the beautiful scenery alongthe crystal clear Nueces River. Dances,rodeos, fun for the whole family. Saturdaymorning parade. Food, arts and crafts, music.Horseshoe pitching, washer pitching, dominotournaments. United Fiddlers competition.Reasonable admission. 830-597-6241.mycampwood.com

CANYON LAKE

July 3Double Dip Dance

8:30pm-1am. CRRC Rec Center, 125 MableJones. Two Bands! Double the Dancing!Double the Fun! Enjoy the music of TheRandy Woodard Band and Fat Cat Bounce.Remember, the Rec Center is air-conditionednow! Tickets $15/person. All proceeds benefitCRRC. A concession will be available. ChuckMcElroy, 830-387-1724. crrcofcanyonlake.org

C S O

SaturdaysCastroville Farmers Market9am-2pm. Alsace Tan & Salon, 503 US Highway90 W. Featuring fresh locally grown vegetablesand fruit both organic and farm grown. Dontmiss the blackberries and blueberries!830-538-9141.

July 10Market Trail Days

9am-4pm. Houston Square, across from 610Madrid St. Check out local craftsmen and theirwares at the Market Trail Days held the secondSaturday of each month during March throughDecember. Vendors from the area set up inbeautiful Houston Square across from St. LouisCatholic Church. Booths feature anything fromarts and crafts, wood-working, plants, clothesand plenty of food and drinks. Eddie Dehnel,830-741-2313. castroville.com

CLUTE

July 29-31The Great Texas Mosquito Festival

Clute Municipal Park. Fun-filled family eventwith contests, carnival, food booths, arts &crafts, and live music each evening. Thur., TheSourmash Band. Fri., Midnight River Choir, KylePark, Trailer Choir. Sat., Radio Disney AM1590,Intercoastal Pirates, Casey Donahew Band,Stoney LaRue. 5K run, Doubles HorseshoePitching, Doubles Washer Pitching, BBQ &Fajita Cook-off, Grill Master Competition,Skeeter Beaters Baby Crawling and our famousMr. & Mrs. Mosquito Legs & Mosquito Callingcontests. 800-371-2971. mosquitofestival.com

D G S GS

July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7Dripping Springs Farmers Market9am-12pm. Intersection of US Hwy. 290 at RR12. dsfarmersmarket.yolasite.com

July 13Tuesdays in July9am-11am. Dr. Pound Historical Farmstead,570 Founders Park Rd., hosts Pioneer Fun Daysfor kids ages 5-12. Hands on activities and

old time games. See website for descriptionsand changes. $5 per child. Adult muststay. Reservations required. 512-858-2251.drpoundpioneerfarmstead.com

FREDERICKSBURG

Thursdays, ending September 30Fredericksburg Farmers Market4pm-7pm. Marktplatz. Dont miss it. We believeits important to think and act locally. Buylocally grown and produced foods for yourtable. By supporting your independent, localfarms youll in effect also help the environmentby reducing the damaging transportation

emissions and excess packaging which endsup in our landfills. Most importantly, nothingtastes quite as good as something that waspicked and prepared fresh that very same day!Enjoy the options your market provides everyweek. You can find us every Thursday throughthe end of September. fbgfarmersmarket.com

July 3-4, 17-18Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing11am. Post time 1pm. Gillespie CountyFairgrounds, 2000 East Highway St. Fun for the

horse and thoroughbred races, special racesand trials for the 2010 Fair Futurity. $5 foradults and $1 for children 6-12, with childrenunder 6 free. Box seats are available for $9each. 830-997-2359. gillespiefair.com

July 4July 4th Becker Vineyards Chili Cook-Off464 Becker Farms Road, Stonewall, TX.Celebrating Americas Independence Day atthe vineyard, with a chili cook-off. Cooking

begins at 12:30pm, with judging starting at2pm. This event benefits Habitat for Humanityof Greater Fredericksburg. 830-644-2681.beckervineyards.com

July 4July 4th Childrens Parade8am. Marktplatz. Calling all tots through 11years old, wear your patriotic costumes and bejudged for prizes. Decorate your bikes, trikesand pets. 830-997-4032.

July 4July 4th Fireworks9pm. Lady Bird Johnson Park, 1606 East

Highway St. Celebrate the 4th of July watchingfireworks in the beautiful Texas Hill Country.830-997-7521.

July 4July 4th Parade & ProgramMain Street. Enjoy this old fashioned July 4thparade, celebration, patriotic program andconcert with fireworks. The parade goes downMain Street, patriotic program at Marktplatzand fireworks afterwards at Lady Bird JohnsonPark. 830-997-8600. nimitz-museum.org

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July 10Fredericksburg Chorale Dialogues & Dances

brunches. For information and to purchasetickets visit our web site at www gruenehall

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Fredericksburg Chorale Dialogues & Dances7:30pm. Zion Lutheran Church, 426 W. Main.The Fredericksburg Chorale will host aconcert of original and classic chorale andinstrumental music, as well as poetry and artby local residents. Donations are graciouslywelcome. fredericksburgchorale.com

July 16-17Night in Old FredericksburgFri., 6pm-midnight. Sat., 11:30am-midnight.

Marktplatz. Celebrate the towns Germanheritage and Texas hospitality. This year marks47th anniversary. German food & drink, onFriday, music by The Sauerkrauts and TheDujka Brothers, and, on Saturday, The ShinerHobo Band, Jodie Mikula Orchestra, SevenDutchmen, Mark Halata & Texavia, Fritz Hodde,Almost Patsy Cline Band, and The Red Ravens.German & Texas music both days on twostages, arts and crafts, kids area, historicalexhibits. Visit website for schedule. $6 foradults and $1 for children 12 and under.866-839-3378. tex-fest.com/niof

July 23-24

Gourmet Chili Pepper & Salsa FestivalFri., 3pm-10pm. Sat., 10am-11pm. Join us andSpice It Up! at the third annual festival, heldon the grounds of Wildseed Farms, 100 LegacyDr., 7 miles outside of Fredericksburg. Adults$10 (2-day passes for $16). 12 & under $5 (2-day passes are $8). 830-997-8515.tex-fest.com/gcp

July 24Chili and ChillinAll nine wineries making up the Wine Road290 wine trail will join forces to host Chili andChillin with Texas chili or Southwestern chilies

matched with perfectly chilled Texas wines!Enjoy music, fun, and great food from arearestaurants. There is no cost to participatein the pairing and there are no tickets. Usualtasting fees apply at each winery for regularwine tastings. wineroad290.com

GRUENE

July 11, August 8Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist10:30am-12pm. Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Rd.In the tradition of a New Orleans-style gospelbrunch, we are serving up awe-inspiringgospel music coupled with a mouth-

watering buffet, catered by the Gristmill RiverRestaurant & Bar. Known for his Evangelicalwork and inspiring messages, Buckner Fanningis a featured special guest at many of our

tickets, visit our web site at www.gruenehall.com, call 830-629-5077, or stop by Gruene Hallin person. Advanced tickets are recommended.

July 17-18Old Gruene Market Days10am-5pm. The Gruene Market Days exclusiveappeal is that all products sold are made bythe vendors themselves. Gruene Market Daysare held on the third full weekend of eachmonth, February through November, and the

first weekend of December. [email protected]

HARPER

July 3Harper Fireworks Jamboree6pm-midnight. Double B Ranch Resort &Hidden Springs Golf Course, 225 Living WaterRanch Rd. Enjoy fireworks, food, kids gamesand a dance with music by Barbara Puckett, allbenefitting the Harper Library. Adults $5, kids$1. 830-864-4993. harpertxlibrary.org

HICOJuly 17-24Hico Civic Club Old Settlers ReunionThis is the oldest Old Settlers Reunion in Texas.During the carnival and event we have theAnnual Hico Talent Show and announce HicosCitizen of the Year. Miss Reunion Pageant,Parade on Main Street, Entertainment in CityPark with Johnny Rock-It, Chris Morris Band,and E&B Fun Time Carnival in City Park. Seewebsite for schedule. 800-361-HICO.hico-tx.com

JOHNSON CITY

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, SundaysDowntown Entertainment & Diningat the Friendly Bar Bistro!106 N Nugent Ave (next to the CourthouseSquare). Scheduled live entertainment everyThursday through Sunday. Every Sundaywe feature the Hill Country Pickers. Seeentertainment and menu details atwww.FriendlyBarBistro.com. 830-868-2182.

July 48th Annual July Fourth Spange-DangleMark your calendars! johnsoncity-texas.com

July 4Freedom Celebration Fireworks DisplayJuly 4th at dark-thirty in City Park. Limitedrefreshments, great fireworks display.bring your lawn chairs. Free. 325-446-3190,[email protected]. junctiontexas.net

KERRVILLE

July 24

Kerr County Market Days9am-4pm (June through September, 9am-3pm). Fourth Saturday of every month,except in December when a special ChristmasMarket is held on the third Saturday. KerrCounty Courthouse Square (700 Main Street).Join growers, artists, craftspeople, and foodproducers who operate a pet-friendly, child-friendly open air market on the grounds ofthe beautiful Kerr County Courthouse Square.830-792-4655. kerrmarketdays.org

KINGSLAND

July 3-4

Aqua Boom 2010Boomin Again in 2010. Proudly presentedby the Kingsland/Lake LBJ Chamber ofCommerce. Miss Aqua Boom Pageant,golf tournament, parades, arts and crafts,Cowographers Wild West Show, BBQ andchili cook-off, street dance with the ExpressBand, pocker run, activities and games,races, ski shows, and more. 325-388-6211.kingdslandchamber.org

KYLE

July 3, August 7Kyle Market Days & Farmers Market9am-2pm. Historic City Square Park. Arti sans,craftsmen, and farmers. Live music. Shop, dine& visit the historic sites Kyle has to offer! Checkonline for the schedule.cityofkyle.com/kylemarketdays.php

July 44th of July Fireworks Show9:30pm. 20 minutes of spectacular fireworksat Gregg-Clarke Park, 1180 W. Center St.Presented by City of Kyle Parks Department.Pool open until 7pm. Bring a picnic and stay tildark. 512-262-3939. cityofkyle.com

July 17, 31Night at the RacesPresented by Thunderhill Raceway, 24801IH-35 South. Gates open at 4pm. Dr. DangerStunts Presents Rollergirl Daredevil StuntsSpectacular & Stock Car Racing Event.512-507-1486. thunderhillraceway.com

August 1Claiborne Kyle Log House Open House2pm-5pm. Claiborne Kyle Log House (2400S. Old Stagecoach Rd., County Road 136).The Claiborne Kyle Log House was originallyconstructed in 1850 for Colonel Claiborne Kyle

and his wife Lucy Bugg and their family. TheLog House is open the first Sunday of everymonth through October.

July 34th of July Parade and BBQParade lineup 10am, parade at 11am, followedby BBQ and music. 830-612-2244.

LAMPASAS

July 5-11Lampasas Spring Ho FestivalWild About the Springs. Spring Ho Beauty

Pageant, the Hayloft Party Talent Contest,the Kiddie Fishing Derby, the County Fair, theKeystone Square Museum special exhibits, theSpring Ho Carnival, a Dance Contest, the Arts& Crafts Fair, a Pet Parade, the Diaper Derby,a BBQ Cook off, the Spring Ho Dance on theSquare in the National Registered HistoricDistrict in Downtown Lampasas, the 10K &1-mile run, a huge Spring Ho Grand Parade,Washer and horseshoe Pitching contest, andloads music, clogging, singing in the Park andin Historic Downtown Lampasas and muchmore! 512-556-5301, [email protected]

LLANO

July 2-4Rockin RiverfestBadu Park.

LUCKENBACH

July 3-4Luckenbach Outlaw 4th of JulyCelebrate the 4th of July in the world famousTexas town of Luckenbach. Live music withthe best in legendary artists. 830-997-3224.luckenbachtexas.com

MARBLE FALLS

July 1, August 5Meet on Main5pm-8pm. The Historic Main StreetAssociation event focuses on providingthe local community and tourists with thechance to stroll through Main Streets uniqueshops and galleries, while enjoying free liveentertainment and in-store special sales andevents. Local growers, artists and craftersare present at the events Homegrown &Handmade Farmers Market. Meet on Main isan opportunity for residents to indulge in local

culture, visit with neighbors and shop local.830-385-9289. historicmainstreet.org

July 17-18Marble Falls Rodeomarblefallsrodeo.org

MASON

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, SundaysEckert Bat Cave6pm-9pm. Reopens upon the return of thebats. 325-347-5970. 512-263-8878.nature.org/texas

July 9-10Roundup Rodeo WeekendFriday, evening barrel racing. Saturday, rodeoand dance, arts and crafts show, live music,childrens games, jackass race, parade, billybingo and car show. 325-347-5758

Follow the Hill Country Current on Twitter.Well tweet upcoming events.

Visithttp://www.twitter.com/texashcfor more information.

Dates of events are subject to change.Please confirm them in advance bycalling the events phone number.

July 9-10Roundup Rodeo

Medicine Sponsored by the New BraunfelsEvening Lions Club Taste wines from around

enter the Safari with no intention of winning,but with aspirations of joining the elite group

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Roundup RodeoBarrel racing on Fri. evening. On Sat., rodeo &dance, arts & crafts show, live music, childrensgames, jackass race, parade, billy bingo and carshow. 325-347-5758.

MEDINA

July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31Farmers Market9am. Downtown Medina. Locally grown fruitsand vegetables, free range eggs, jams, jellies,salsas, plants, and other local products for sale.830-796-8337.

July 17-31Apple Pickin9:30am-3:30pm, everyday except Sun. LoveCreek Orchards, 13558 Highway 16 N. ApplePickin is a Mother Nature Event. Traditionallythe apples ripen and are ready to pick by mid-July. Please call to make sure the apples areready to pick and which types are ripe.830-589-2588. lovecreekorchards.com

NEW BRAUNFELS

July 10Community Garage Sale8am-noon. 205 S. Castell Ave. Garage Saleto support Big Brothers Big Sisters for ComalCounty and the First Protestant Church K rauseScholarship Fund. There will be GREAT itemsfor ALL! We will have refreshments and bakedgoods for purchase. 830-832-6806.

July 17Wine on the River2pm-6pm. Fundraiser for Volunteers-In-

Evening Lions Club. Taste wines from aroundthe world, sample hors douevres fromsome of the finest local restaurants andcaterers, and enjoy the silent auction. Liveentertainment. Mingle with friends. Rain orshine. [email protected]/nbwineontheriver.htm

July 23-25Quiltfest9am-5pm. New Braunfels Civic/Convention

Center, 375 S. Castell. Biennial Quilt Showfeaturing over 200 judged quilts, 12 vendors,tea room, silent auction and raffle quilt. 830-964-5242. newbraunfelsareaquiltguild.org

SALADO

July 24, 31, August 7Salado LegendsTablerocks Goodnight Amphitheater, RoyalSt & Table Rock Rd. 18th annual per formance.Dinner, 7:15pm. Theater, 8:15pm. SaladoLegends is the only outdoor drama in thestate of Texas to be chosen by the Library ofCongress Bicentennial celebration to serve as a

record of life in America at the end of the 20thcentury. Meal: $8. Theater: $17 adult, $5 child.Reservations and tour information,254-947-9205. tablerock.org

SAN MARCOS

July 10Texas Water SafariStarts at Spring Lake. The Safari is a long,tough, non-stop, marathon canoe racingadventure which traverses 260 miles ofchallenging rivers and bays. Many participants

but with aspirations of joining the elite groupof finishers and earning the coveted TexasWater Safari patch. texaswatersafari.org

SEGUIN

July 2-3Freedom Fiesta43 annual event. Central Park, DowntownSeguin. Tickets, contest forms, and moreavailable online. Friday Night Concert - $15:Asleep at the Wheel, Band of Heathens, SethJames. All Day and Night Saturday - Free:Fourth of July Parade, Market Days Fair, FoodVendors, Childrens Games, Washer-PitchingTournament, Arm-Wrestling Tournament,Pizza-Eating Contest, and Jalapeno-EatingContest. Saturday Night Concert - $10: ClintMartin, Kyle Wayne Kutscher, Randall Morris.freedomfiesta.com

STARTZVILLE

July 16-17Annual VFW Chili Cook-Off10am-8pm. 4th annual chili cook-off at Startz

Memorial VFW Post 8800, 7755 FM 2673.Beans, ribs, brisket, chili. Raffle drawing. Join usfor lots of fun and fundraising. 830-889-7774.

STONEWALL

Thursdays, ending August 31Youth Archery Clinic atLBJ State Park & Historic Site6:30pm-8pm. LBJ State Park & Historic Site, 199State Park Road 52. Come learn the outdoorsport of archery. This event is open to all youthages seven and up. It is held every Thursday

Equipment will be supplied. 830 644 2252.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/lbj

July 4July 4th Celebration at Sauer BeckmannLiving History Farm10am-3pm. 199 State Park Road 52. Comecelebrate our nations birthday as a Germanfarm family and their friends would have donein the early 1900s. Take part i n activities suchas horseshoe and washer pitching, stick-horse

races, watermelon seed spitting and othergames. The farm will be open as usual, withinterpreters in period clothing carrying outday-to-day farm activities. This event is free,with donation gladly accepted. 830-644-2252.tpwd.state.tx.us/park/lbj

July 10Movies Under the Stars9pm. Presented by LBJ National HistoricalPark. July 10, To Kill a Mockingbird. LBJPark continues its popular summer movieseries with classic films. All movies are freeof charge and will be presented on a giantoutdoor screen with professional sound. Free

refreshments are also part of the experience.All showings are set for Saturday nights at 9p.m., with a rain date on the next (Sunday)night. The public can drive onto the LBJ Ranchbeginning at 7:30 pm. Bring lawn chairs orquilts for seating comfort. Last summer, manypeople brought delicious picnic suppers toenjoy before the shows. This is the best way toexperience what friends and neighbors of theJohnsons did back in the 1960s. 830-868-7128,extension 244 or 231. nps.gov/lyjo

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July 10-1129th Annual Craft ShowSat. 9am-6pm. Sun. 11am-5pm. Uvalde AdultActivity Center, 250 East Main St. Sponsoredby The Uvalde Animal Shelter. Knoxie Johnson,830-278-2846, 830-591-8041. uvaldeaac.org

WILLOW CITY

August 6-7

Willow City Historic School Host Open HouseFri. 6pm-10pm. Sat. 11am-4pm. 2501 RanchRoad 1323. Join the Friends of Gillespie CountyCountry Schools Trail. Friday enjoy a covereddish meal at 6:30pm, followed by dominoes.Color coded maps of the trail are available atthe Visitor Center at 302 E. Austin St. 830-685-3385. historicschools.org

WIMBERLEY

WednesdaysWimberley Farmers Market3pm-6pm. A year-round, producer-onlyfarmers market located in the Lions Club

Parking Lot #1 on FM 2325. Open everyWednesday, rain or shine.

July 1, August 5YAPI (Young Artist Performing Incubator)6pm-8pm. Maui-Wowi, 14200 Ranch Road12. YAPI (Young Artist Performing Incubator)is a great opportunity for our local youth18 and under to perform in an intimatesetting. Contact DuAnne, 512-847-6215.smoothsipstogo.com

Gates open 6pm. Jacobs Well Rd. Presentedby VFW Post 6441. Bull riding, mutton bustin,tie down calf roping, bareback bronc riding,saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, teamroping, womens breakaway roping, andwomens barrel racing. $15 adults, $10 chil dren($12 and $7 in advance). 512-847-2174.visitwimberley.com/rodeo

July 3, August 7

Wimberley Lions Market Days7pm-4pm. 601 FM 2325. First Saturday ofthe month. We feature over 475 booths ofeverything you cant live without. Come strollour tree-shaded paths, listen to live music andshop to your hearts content. Free admission.$3 parking. shopmarketdays.com

July 4Annual Community 4th of July Jubilee6pm-9:30pm. Cypress Creek Church grounds,211 Stillwater. Dont miss the family fun, foodand entertainment at this years 4th of JulyJubilee. Live music and city fireworks finale.Free. 512-847-2201. w imberley.org

July 4Community Chorus Patriotic ConcertCypress Creek Church, 211 Stillwater. Be sureto come to the July 4th Wimberley CommunityChorus Patriotic Concert. Free admission.visitwimberley.com/chorus

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