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Hill Country Current features the businesses unique to the Texas Hill Country. We’re here to

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

Hill Country Current is a free, monthly publication covering the Texas Hill Country.

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

Cover Photoecil Atkission, owner of auto dealer-

ships in Burnet, Hondo, Orange, Ker-

ville, and Uvalde.

See page 4 to read about h w Cecil cre-ted and runs his dealerships, with anye to treating both customers and theommunity well.

Photos by Tom Suarez,www.tomsuarez.net

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Inside3 Wimberley

edar Chest the Place for Pandora Jewelry

4 Burnet ecil Atkission: Family Tradition, Texas Value

6 KerrvilleKerrville Wine & Music Festival Set for Labor Day Weekend

7 BanderaThe Cowboy Capital of the World Celebrates Bandera

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

0 BlancoAn Historic Blanco Stroll

2 FredericksburgEveryone’s Family at Red Baron Antiques

Antiquing Calendar heck here for events to help in your antique search.

3 Antiquing in the Hill Country Antique Shop Directory

4 LlanoA Visit to Llano

6 Hill Country Events Calendar

21 Johnson City Friendly Bar Bistro Adds European Flair &

owboy Legacy to Johnson City

22 Camp Wood et a Taste of Slow-Cooked BBQ at Holy Smoke

Get Hungry! Build up an appetite with these events.

23 On the MenuRestaurant Directory

Visit our Off the Bookshelf page to order Hill Country books through

Amazon.com. Click, buy, and get great Hill Country books delivered to

your door. hillcountrycurrent.com/bookshelf/

Wimberley

The Cedar Chest is located at 13915 Ranch

Road 12 in Wimberley, Texas and is the home

o Pandora Jewelry.

Pandora Jewelry began its operations in

ophenhagen, Denmark in 1982. Their crafts-

manship, quality and modern designs is now

known worldwide as a universe of jewelry with

rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces.

Pandora’s popularity has spread worldwide

o now make them internationally known ashe third largest jewelry company in the world.

The Cedar Chest was the second dealer to

arry Pandora jewelry in the state of Texas in

arly 2000. The Cedar Chest is recognized as a

Gold Dealer,” which means you will find a wide

array of products.

Pandora became known in the jewelry

world for their Pandora bracelets but have

now expanded to matching earring collec-

tions, leather bracelets for the beads, cords

for necklaces as well as a host of other style

jewelry in the collection. You will find sterling

silver, 14K gold blended with precious stones

like topaz, sapphires, amethysts and brilliant-

cut diamonds.The Cedar Chest is open daily from 10:00 am

to 5:30 pm and is l ocated on the Wimberley

Square. Stop by and see the latest jewelry

from Pandora.

Cedar Chest the Place

for Pandora Jewelry


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Burnet

By Heather Wagner

In Burnet, Texas, there is a car dealer-ship that has built its foundation ontreating people right and treating themlike family. Cecil Atkission, the son of aWest Texas cattleman, was brought upto appreciate hard work. After servinghis country in the Vietnam War, Cecilbegan his career in the auto industrywith Capital Chevrolet in Austin. In1982, Cecil and his wife, Nancy, struck out on their own and opened their own

dealership. Today, they own dealershipsacross the southern half of Texas and allof them are run with the same philoso-phy of family.

True to the familial atmosphereand small town charm, Cecil Atkission

ealerships, in Burnet, Hondo, Orange,Kerrville, and Uvalde, rely on treatingustomers right and that keeps themoming back. Often times, as in bygoneras, grateful customers express theirratitude with pies, cookies, or tamales,

which not only reflects the level of ser-vice that is given, but is also a testamentto the sense of family.

At each of the dealerships, includingBurnet, the staff works, lives, and playsin the community. Cecil believes inupporting each community and does

o with gusto, including pouring moneyinto the community and its organiza-tions. They say, “When someone treatsyou right on price, value, trade-in, andervice, there’s simply no reason too business anywhere else.” At Cecil




Motors, they are striving to be the priceleader in the Hill Country.

Dave Jenkins, General Manager of theBurnet location, welcomes everybodyo Cecil, whether it is to get the besteal on a car or truck or service, or just

o stop by and have a cup of coffee, he

ays, “See ya at Cecil’s!” With 21 yearsxperience in auto sales, Jenkins sharestkission’s passion for bringing custom-rs what they want and making surehat they are customers for l ife. He says,Buying a car is not just dollars andents. It is the whole package.” He, liketkission, believes that the relationshipith the customer does not end when

he deal is done. At the end of the day,being sincerely concerned about treat-ing the customer right and giving them

n honest deal is what matters most atecil Motors. Prices can be met or beat,

but the relationship with the customeris the key. Without that, they are just

nother dealership. Without that, theyouldn’t be Cecil Motors.Located near two major highways,

US Highway 281 and Highway 29, the

Burnet dealership easily serves patronsfrom Georgetown, Austin, Llano, Lampa-sas, San Saba, Brady, and more.

They offer an excellent service andparts department, with an all A.S.E.certified team of mechanics. Mr. Atkis-sion is dedicated to ensuring that his

service people are trained in the latesttechnology so that the quality of work is always second to none. They serviceevery make and model of vehicle, andcustomer satisfaction is demanded.

Although they are rooted in tradition,Cecil Atkission in Burnet strives to staycurrent, and they even have a Facebook page where cash prizes are given out, aswell as a blog and a Twitter!

Operating hours are: Sales - Mon-day through Friday, 8am to 7pm, andSaturday from 9am to 6pm and Service– Monday through Friday, 7:30 am– 6pm and Saturday 8 am – 3pm. Theyare located at 2601 South Water, Burnet,Texas.

Next time you are visiting the HillCountry, stop by and have a cup of cof-fee with Cecil.

Connect with Cecil AkissionVisit these websites to find outmore about Cecil and keep up todate with news, events, specials,and more.

Websitehttp://www.cecilmotors.com/

Facebook http://www.facebook.com/cecilinburnet

Twitterhttp://twitter.com/cecilinburnet

Bloghttp://www.cecilinburnet.blogspot.com/

hotos by Tom Suarez,www.tomsuarez.net.



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The 2010 Kerrville Wine & Music Festivalis coming up during Labor Day Weekend,

eptember 3 – 5. This annual celebration of ongwriters and Texas Wines will be held at the

Quiet Valley Ranch, 9 miles south of the TexasHill Country resort community of Kerrville onTX Highway 16.

Not a typical “wine t asting” event, this 3-dayfestival is mostly about music and will featurethree 6-hour evening concerts and two 2-hourafternoon concerts with over 2 dozen singer-ongwriters. There will also be 3:30–5:30 pm

wine seminars on both Saturday and Sun-day. The performers for the Friday eveningconcert include Tom Kimmel (Nashville TN),Acoustic Eidolon (Berthoud CO), Seth GlierMassachusetts), Baskery (Stockholm Sweden),

and Berkley Hart (San Diego CA). Saturday’sevening concert line-up consists of Uncle

Kerrville

19th Annual Kerrville

ine & Music Festival SetFor Labor Day WeekendLucius (Austin TX), Matt King (Nashville TN),

orinne West & Kelly Joe Phelps (San FranciscoA), SONiA (Baltimore MD), and The Killdares

Dallas TX). The Sunday night closing set willfeature John Fullbright (Okemah OK), KevinWelch (Wimberley TX), The Trishas (Austin TX),Marshall Ford Swing Band (Austin TX), and

narky Puppy (Brooklyn NY/Denton TX). Eachf the evening concerts start at 7 pm with theutdoor theater gates opening at 6 pm.We are excited about this year’s musical line-

up and feel that it covers just about everyone’smusical tastes. In addition to our complement

f word class singer songwriters, we’ve gotome Eclectic Jazz with Snarky Puppy, Celtic

Rock with Dallas’ The Killdares, Western Swingwith Austin’s Marshall Ford Swing Band, and

outhern Rock/Soul/Crank music from Austin’sUncle Lucius.

We are also thrilled about the return of ome of our Kerrville favorites like Tom Kim-

mel (Nashville TN), Berkley Hart (San DiegoA), SONiA (Baltimore MD), and Kevin Welch

Wimberley TX).The Saturday afternoon concert will feature

nalists and/or winners from the 2010 GrassyHill Kerrville New Folk Competition for Emerg-ing Songwriters in an In-The-Round formatincluding Chet O’Keefe (Nashville TN), KateKlim (Boston MA), Andrew Delaney (DallasTX), Wyatt Easterling (Nashville TN), and Kim

Richardson (Mountain Home AR). The Sundayfternoon concert will feature another groupf emerging songwriters including AnthonyaCosta (Pleasantville NY), Raina Rose (Austin

TX) and John Elliott (Los Angeles CA). Bothfternoon concerts will start at 1 pm at the

Threadgill Memorial Theater in the Quiet ValleyRanch campgrounds.

Yes, we’ll also have wine! The goal forhe wine portion of the program is to senduests home with a greater understandingnd appreciation for the wines of Texas. In

recent years wines from Texas have compared

avorably to those from France, California andhe rest of the world. After 6 pm each evening,en Texas wineries will have booths in the

main stage theater where they will have tastes,lasses, and bottles of their current vintagevailable for sale.There are also Wine Seminars

held on Saturday and Sundayfternoon. The theme for eachf the seminars will be “Start to

Finish” where we will give par-icipants samples of a four course

meal starting with an appetizer,

moving through to dessert, withach course paired with a Texasine. The Saturday afternoonine seminar will be “Italian,” and

he Sunday theme will be “South-estern.” Each of the seminars will

begin at 3:30 pm. on both Saturday,ept. 4 and Sunday, Sept. 5 andill be held in the newly renovated

Threadgill Theater in the Quiet Valley Ranchcampgrounds. The advance price for eachseminar is 8 per person in addition to yourfestival admission. Once the festival starts, anyremaining seats will be available in the mainstage theater for $10 each.

A wide range of food and beverages areavailable in the theater and the campgrounds.We also have Arts & Crafts booths, escorted hillcountry bike rides, and like the Kerrville Folk Festival in the spring, the spectacular after-hours song circles and jam sessions.

The three-day, Labor Day weekend advancediscount adult ticket price is 90 and includescampground access and lot parking. Single-day, advance discounted tickets are $30 ($35at the gate) for Friday, $35 ($40 gate price) forSaturday and $35 ($40 gate price) for Sunday.Advance ticket prices will expire at midnight,August 31. Tickets are available by calling thefestival offi ce at 830-257-3600 or on-line atwww.kerrvillefolkfestival.com.

A complete schedule of events, per formerline-up and tickets for the festival as well asinformation on seminars, performers, camping,

arts & crafts vending, RV sites and local accom-modations can be found by visitingwww.kerrvillefolkfestival.com or by calling thefestival offi ce at (830) 257-3600. You can alsoe-mail the festival offi ce [email protected].

The Kerrville crowd. Photo by Jim Dirden.

Wine seminar. Photo by Susan Roads.




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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 sitewww.alberttexas.com or call 512-663-2848.

BANDERA

SaturdaysCowboys on Main1pm-4pm. Western display in front of BanderaCounty Courthouse, 500 Main Street, andtrolling musicians on Bandera’s Main Street.

ponsored by the Frontier Times Museum’sLiving History Project. No admission.banderacowboycapital.com

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

August 3Cowboy Capital Opry7pm. Grand Old Opry style entertainment atthe Silver Sage Corral Senior Activity Center,803 Buck Creek Drive. Hosted by Gerry andHarriet Payne. Refreshments and Door Prizes.$5.00 Adults; $12.00 Family. 830-796-7969.

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 tell syou 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 1, June 2, Set Your

Intention for Your Relationship with Food. Part, July 7, Wise Wellness: A Woman’s Guide.Park 3, August 4, A Mom’s Guide to ProvidingHealthy Meals. RSVP: [email protected]

August 7 Bandera Market Days

n the courthouse lawn, 500 Main Street.ponsored by Bandera Business Association.pen to individual artists and craftsmen

presenting original works and to farmerselling produce. 830-796-4447.

banderabusinessassociation.com

August 16-22Buck Sloan Old Time Musicians ReunionNightly jam sessions at Mansfield Park Pavillion. No admission charge. Bring your own

hairs. 800-364-3833.

August 27 ld Fashioned Jam Session

:30pm. Silver Sage Corral, 803 Buck Creek Dr.ome 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 orif you are a seasoned musician, have fun joining in on the extemporaneous-style of an

vening jam session. 4th Friday Jam Night heldmonthly, January through October.

30-796-4969. silversagecorral.org

BLANCO

ThursdaysRomper Rangers10am-11:30am. Blanco State Park, Park Road

3. Early exposure to and good experiences innature are key to a child’s future relationship

nd stewardship of our natural resources. Thislass is a relaxed and inviting experience for

parents 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 hearingtories. Parents will remain with children forntire class and should dress themselves and

their child for outside activities. Check at Park Headquarters for directions to class location.

30-833-4333. tpwd.state.tx.us/blanco

August 14Blanco Market Daysam-4pm. Old Blanco County Courthousequare, 310 Main St. Market Day is held therd Saturday of the month March through

November with a special Christmas MarketDay in December. Free. 830-833-2211,

[email protected]. historicblanco.org

BOERNE

Saturdaysuided Tour of Honey Creek

State Natural Areaam. Guadalupe River State Park, 3350 Park

Road 31. The Saturday morning walking tourf Honey Creek. Call in advance to confirm

hat the tour will be given on the particularaturday you wish to visit. Honey Creek tate Natural Area is 2293.7 acres located inestern Comal County, approximately 30 miles

north of downtown San Antonio. Suggested

onation is $2 per person for persons 13ears and older or $5 per family. Friends of uadalupe River or Honey Creek are free.30-438-2656. tpwd.state.tx.us/honey_creek

Saturdays, ending November 13Boerne Farmers’ Market

pm-6pm. Veterans Plaza, 102 City Park Rd. Aariety of seasonal fruits and veggies, canned

items, jellies, pickles, local olive & olive oil soap,ranola, fresh baked breads, grass fed beef,

pastered chickens, local honey, nuts, farm freshggs, flowers, herbs & plants. 830-249-9511.

August 6, September 3

ascade Flashlight Tourascade Caverns, 226 Cascade Caverns Road.n the first Friday of every month we’ll have anxtended nighttime tour using only flashlightso explore the Cave and its many inhabitants.

The one-hour tour includes a Cascade CavernsLED flashlight that’s yours to keep. Come

ver and see what changes are being madend planned at the park. Meet our new andxperienced staff and owners. We’ll have

music, food, and demonstrations. The cost is$24.95 per adult and $19.95 for teens 12-17

ears old. Must be 12 or older to attend andeens must be accompanied by a parent or

uardian. We require a $10 deposit per personia 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

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

ascadecaverns.com

August 14-15Boerne Market Days

econd weekend of every month. Gazebo inhe Main Square. Take beautiful small-townurroundings, dozens of vendors from all over

Texas, arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles,unusual items and great food, and you have

Market Days! David, 830-249-5530 or10-844-8193. boernemarketdays.com

August 14Second Saturday Art & WineBest Kept Secret East of Santa Fe.” Secondaturday in Boerne is composed of anclectic collection of galleries and “otheralls” featuring an evolving array of art in all

media. Enjoy complimentary wine and horsd’oeuvres as you make the tour around town.Make Boerne your Hill Country Art Destinationand plan on spending the weekend withus. Great food, drink, shopping and thegorgeous natural beauty of the Hill Country.Gallery and “other wall” participants includeCarriage House Gallery, COSAS, Ewe & Eye,Dodging Duck Brewhaus, Garden Path Gall ery,Highland House Gallery, Majestic Ranch ArtsFoundation, and Smilovici’s Galleria. Visitwebsite for featured events. 830-249-1500.secondsaturdayartandwine.com

August 14, 28Songs & Stories Concerts7:30pm-10pm. Cibolo Nature Center, 140

City Park Rd. Family-friendly outdoor concertseries amid the oaks and the evening stars.Proceeds benefit nature-education programs.Bring lawn chairs or blankets, picnics, kids,grandparents and nice dogs on leashes. $10;$7.50 CNC members; $5 for 65 and up; free forkids 12 and under. 830-249-4616. cibolo.org

September 3-5Kendall County FairAnnual County Fair with a Queens contest,rodeo, live entertainment, parade, carnival,food & drinks booths and more! The KendallCounty Fair is held annually for the purposeof displaying the best agriculture productsand livestock from Kendall County and thesurrounding Hill Country area. Beau,210-834-1282. KCFA.org

September 4Buggy Roundup1pm-4pm. Dune Buggies from around thestate will gather at Boerne’s DowntownMain Plaza for the Annual Buggy Roundup,following their participation in the KendallCounty Fair Parade. The public is invited toenjoy a colorful display of dune buggies alongwith the opportunity to visit with their owners,most of whom built their own cars. Admission

is free, so come out and see some great carsand meet their freindly owners. [email protected].

BRADY

August 28Live Oak Trade DaysVFW Building in Richards Park, 305 MemoryLane. Offers a wide variety of items foreveryone’s needs and desires. The eventfeatures area vendors with jewelry, arts &crafts, food, furniture and much more. Freeentry. Joy Robinson, 325-597-9023,[email protected].

September 3-4World Championship BBQ Goat Cook-Off 101 East 1st St. Goat Cook-Off, Mystery MeatChallenge, Arts & Crafts, Children’s Games,Horseshoe and Washer Tournaments, LiveMusic and more! 325-597-3491. bradytx.com

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BROWNWOOD

SaturdaysBrownwood Farmers’ Market

am. A great place to buy home grown fruitsand vegetables. Under the Austin Ave & BradyAve overpass. 325-646-1422.

August 6Depot Centennial Celebration10am-2pm. The Depot, 600 E. Depot, willcelebrate 100 years since it opened to the

public to service the Santa Fe Railroad. Thecommemorate the event, a reception is beingheld for the public to come and learn aboutthe history of the Depot. The Depot hasplayed a major role in t he development of Brownwood in many different ways. Free.

25-646-9535. brownwoodchamber.org

August 7, September 4Family Day at the Lehnis Railroad Museum10am-4pm. 700 E. Adams St. The first Saturdayof every month is Family Day at the LehnisRailroad Museum! The museum will presenta special interpretive program at 11:00 a.m.

The first program will be a tour of the caboose,plus the Lehnis Heart of Texas Model RailroadClub will be working on the new permanentmodel railroad layout and will be available forquestions. 325-643-6376.

BURNET

FridaysGo Fishing With A Ranger

pm-6pm. Inks Lake State Park, 3630 Park Road4 West. After a brief safety and basic fishingkill instruction, children will get a chance to

go fishing with a Park Ranger and a MasterNaturalist. This is a catch and release program

that introduces fishing to our youngsters.A limited amount of fishing equipmentincluding poles and bait) is available to check

out through the Tackle Loaner Program at thepark, or bring your own. Adult supervision ishighly recommended. 512-793-2223.tpwd.state.tx.us/inks

SaturdaysFarmers’ MarketBurnet Square. Lavona Fry, 512-756-0834.

CANYON LAKE

August 7

nd Annual A&E Cardboard Boat Race10am. Boat races begin at 11:30am. CanyonPark Rd. Benefits St. Judes and New LifeChildren’s Treatment Center. BBQ, Boat Rides,Dunking Booth, Water Slides, Jumping Castle,Face Painting, Watermellon eating contest forkids & adults. Lots of trophies. Silent auctionwith great items like: 4 Spurs tickets, Familypack for Schlitterbahn Water Park, Gift Cards,

tain Glass Art Piece. Shelley Eklund,830-980-8600. ae4cool.com

CASTROVILLE

SaturdaysCastroville Farmer’s Market

am-2pm. Alsace Tan & Salon, 503 US Highway0 W. Featuring fresh locally grown vegetables

and fruit both organic and farm grown. Don’tmiss the blackberries and blueberries!830-538-9141.

Friday Night Feverpm-10 pm. 2nd Friday year-round (weather

permitting) at Wommack Automotive, 1955Hwy 90 E. An evening of cars, trucks, bikes,food, music and shopping. 830-931-2479.

August 14Market Trail Days

am-4pm. Houston Square, across from 610Madrid St. Check out local craftsmen and theirwares at the Market Trail Days held the second

aturday of each month during March throughDecember. Vendors from the area set up inbeautiful Houston Square across from St. Louis

atholic Church. Booths feature anything fromrts and crafts, wood-working, plants, clothesnd plenty of food and drinks. Eddie Dehnel,30-741-2313. castroville.com

August 22126th St. Louis Day CelebrationThe Granddaddy of Church Festivals.” 11am.

Koenig Park. Bingo, kids’ rides and games,rts, crafts, souvenirs, doll booth, food andrink booths. Afternoon silent auction,

horseshoe pitching tournament, quilt raffl e.lsatian Sausage & BBQ Beef Dinner, 11am-pm. Mass in historic St. Louis Catholichurch, 610 Madrid St., at 9am, featuring the

Famous Liederkranz Choir from San Antonio.Free parking and admission. 830-931-2826.tlouisday.com

September 3Fiorella Friday

pm-9pm. Live music, artisans, winetastings, and much more. Live music in

eptember Square 7pm-9pm. 830-538-2349,[email protected].

September 4Volksmarchtart 8am-noon. Finish 3pm. Catroville

Regional Park, 816 Alsace St. 7th annual10K/5K walk. Sponsored by Castroville Area

hamber of Commerce, castroville.com. IVVredit, $3. Free. 830-931-3158. ava.com

COMFORT

August 14Ice Cream Social

pm-7pm. Hosted by Comfort Crockery,402 7th St. Community-wide ice creamocial organized by several businesses.

Free ice cream, music. 830-995-5299,[email protected].

COPPERAS COVE

August 6, September 3First Friday Art After Dark Frames & Things, 216 Cove Terrace. Held onthe first Friday monthly. Different local artistfeatured at each event. Complimentary wine &

heese. 254-547-8448. framesandthings.com

DEVINE

August 8

Movie, Popcorn, & Ice Creampm. Shooting Star Museum, 5445 CR 5710.

Free. 210-386-6038.

DRIPPING SPRINGS

August 7, 21, September 4Dripping Springs Farmers Market

am-12pm. Intersection of US Hwy. 290 at RR12. dsfarmersmarket.yolasite.com

Playday Buckle 5th Seriesam. Harrison Ranch Park, 511 Mercer St.ome join us for the first annual Harrison

Ranch Park Playday Buckle Series: Pee Wee, Jr.,Intermediate, Sr. and Sr. Novice Speed RiderDivisions. Ribbons at each show and year endbuckle awards. Proceeds benefit HarrisonRanch Park Building Campaign. Entry Forms

vailable online or contact Ashley Seay, ParksRecreation Director, 512-858-4725, Ext 229.

swildwestfest.com

FREDERICKSBURG

Thursdays, ending September 30Fredericksburg Farmers’ Market

pm-7pm. Marktplatz. Don’t miss it. We believeit’s important to think and act locally. Buylocally grown and produced foods for yourable. By supporting your independent, localarms you’ll in effect also help the environment

by reducing the damaging transportationmissions and excess packaging which ends

up in our landfills. Most importantly, nothingastes quite as good as something t hat was

picked and prepared fresh that very same day!

Enjoy the options your market provides everyeek. You can find us every Thursday through

he end of September. fbgfarmersmarket.com

June 26-August 15Gardens - Real & Imagined” Art Show

10am-4pm. 308 E. Austin St. An annualrt exhibition featuring new work by the

members of the Fredericksburg Art Guild. Theuild is closed on Tuesdays. 830-997-4949.

redericksburgartguild.org

First Friday Art Walk FredericksburgA tradition in Fredericksburg, with galleriesopen until 8:00pm. Fredericksburg’s artgalleries will be focusing on some aspect of exhibiting artists’ works, which may includepainting and fine craft demonstrations, casualart 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 all

day long. Participating galleries are Artisansat Rocky Hill, Charles Beckendorf Gallery,Fredericksburg Art Gallery, The Good Art Co.,Rodeo Studio Gallery, Uptown Market, WhistlePik Galleries, Fredericksburg Art Guild andInSight Gallery. firstfriday-fbg.blogspot.com

August 14-15, 28-29Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing11am. Post time 1pm. Gillespie CountyFairgrounds, 2000 East H ighway St. Fun for thewhole family featuring a full slate of quarterhorse 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

August 18-20Sunshine Clown Camp for Big Kids6pm-9pm. Boys & Girls Club of the TexasHill Country, 208 E. Park St. “Sunshine” theClown’s 6th Annual “Clown Town” for BigKids. “Sunshine” will lead participants in afun exploration to find their inner clown!Classes include: (A) Clown movement, (B)Character development, (C) Clown Makeup,

Dates of events are subject to change.Please confirm them in advance by calling

D) Ballooning Fun. $225 per person. Spacei li it d d ’t i t! 830 997 1852

weekend. Friday night dance to the music of D ll M C ll d J ti T i d S t d

kickin’ at Gruene Hall every Friday. Enjoy happyh i i d th b t i T

we feature the Hill Country Pickers. Chef EdTh ’ t di i i t t E



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August 21Roots Concert Series, Texas CountryGates open 5pm, music starts 6pm. PioneerMuseum, 325 W. Main St. 2010 Roots Concert

eries offers a different genre of music eachmonth during the summer. August is TexasCountry. Music by Brian Milson and the Short

Road Band, Eleven Hundred Springs andDoug Moreland. Guests can enjoy a 9 mealerved by Longhorn Street Cafe with choice

of 12 oz. charbroiled rib- eye cooked to order,moked, thick cut pork chop, or smoked

brisket, with potato salad, pinto beans, dinnerroll, and dessert. Wine, beer, soda, water,and iced tea will be sold on site. Entrance forthe concerts is on Milam Street. Guests areencouraged to bring lawn chairs. The museumgift store will be open. Roots is a series of live,open-air eclectic music concerts that featureboth emerging and established artists in aninformal, family setting. Net proceeds supportthe mission of the Gillespie County Historical

ociety. Admission is $12 at the gate, $10online, students high school and younger free.830-997-2835. pioneermuseum.net

August 26-29122st Gillespie County FairGillespie County Fairgrounds, 2000 EastHighway St. Enjoy livestock, baking, agriculturehows, dances Friday & Saturday night and

much more. Thursday enjoy the ColgateCountry Talent Show at 7pm. A carnival andmidway, as well as horse racing through the

Darrell McCall and J ustin Trevino and Saturdaynight John Conlee and Kyle Park. Cost is

eneral admission $5 for adults and $1 forhildren 6-12, with children under 6 free. Boxeats are available for $9 each. 830-997-2359.illespiefair.com

ugust -Antique Tractor & Engine Club Heritage Show

illespie County Fairgrounds, 2000 EastHighway St. This event will have working

ntique agricultural displays, includingblacksmithing, antique gas engines, haybaling, saw mill demonstrations, static displays

nd children’s activities and more. This show isin conjunction with the Gillespie County Fair.

30-997-3012. rustyiron.org

September 3-18It’s a Mosaic World

pm-8pm. Artisans at Rocky Hill, 234 W. Maint. Artisans proudly presents “It’s a Mosaic

World” by Suzan Germond. Artisans’ first-ver show featuring the very talented Suzanermond and her magical mosaics! Suzan’s

talent through “found objects as ar t” has

been enjoyed by Artisan’s visitors for over 5years. Her work has been wildly popular in theTexas Hill Country and beyond. 830-990-8160.

rtisansatrockyhill.com

GRUENE

ridaysFriday Afternoon Club4pm-7pm. Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Rd. A

ruene Hall tradition is now in its twelfthyear, and still going strong! Get your weekend

hour, prize giveaways, and the best in Texasunes, broadcasted live by KNBT 92.1 FM Radio

New Braunfels with Mattson Rainer. Neednother reason to come out? You never knowho might stop by -- Reckless Kelly, Junior

Brown, Ray Wylie Hubbard, Walt Wilkins, andary P. Nunn have all stopped by for a chat.ood times! 830-629-5077. gruenehall.com

August 8ospel Brunch with a Texas Twist

10:30am-12pm. Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Rd.In the tradition of a New Orleans-style gospelbrunch, we are serving up awe-inspiring

ospel music coupled with a mouth-atering buffet, catered by the Gristmill River

Restaurant & Bar. Known for his Evangelicalork and inspiring messages, Buckner Fanning

is a featured special guest at many of ourbrunches. For information and to purchaseickets, visit our web site at www.gruenehall.om, call 830-629-5077, or stop by Gruene Hall

in person. Advanced tickets are recommended.

August 21-22ld Gruene Market Days

10am-5pm. The Gruene Market Days exclusiveppeal is that all products sold are made byhe vendors themselves. Gruene Market Daysre held on the third full weekend of each

month, February through November, and therst weekend of December. [email protected]

HARPER

August 7 Harperfest7pm. Harper Community Park. Featuring Kevin

Fowler. 830-864-4912. harperfest.comSeptember 4Harper Frontier DaysHarper Community Park. Enjoy the day inHarper. There will be concessions, arts &

rafts, kids’ fishing at 10am, dominoes, washerpitching, parade at 5pm, BBQ ($7) at 6pm,rodeo ($8) at 8pm and a dance at 9pm. 830-

64-4912. harpercommunitypark.com

JOHNSON CITY

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, SundaysDowntown Entertainment & Dining

t the Friendly Bar Bistro!106 N Nugent Ave (next to the Courthousequare). Scheduled live entertainment every

Thursday through Sunday. Every Sunday

Thompson’s gourmet dining is a treat. EveryThursday is “Pasta Bar Night” with scrumptiousfeatured menu selections on Friday andSaturday, and a home style buffet on Sundays.Monthly art exhibit. See entertainment andmenu details at www.FriendlyBarBistro.com.830-868-2182.

ThursdaysSilver K Cafe - Estrella Sol Patch & FriendsEvery Thursday evening in our Starlight Room,

7pm-9 or 9:30pm, featuring Texas music, casual& light fare along with Texas wines & beer.Seating for “A Little Bit of Homestyle, Comfort& Bistro” commences at 5pm. A really relaxing,enjoyable evening with outstanding food. Nocover charge. 830-868-2911. silverkcafe.com

August 14-15, 21-22Annual Grape StompTexas Hills Vineyard, 878 Ranch Road 2766.Extended for two weekends by populardemand. Stomp for free or purchase a t-shirtand personalize it with your footprints. 830-868-2321. texashillsvineyard.com

August 19-2180th Annual Blanco County Fairand Rodeo and Big CarnivalBlanco County Fairgrounds in Johnson City.Vendors: call Katy Odiorne 830-868-7053.bcfra.org

August 28Johnson City Art Walk 4pm-8pm. Johnson City art galleries andstudios join together to offer fine artexhibitions and receptions with many of thefeatured artists in attendance for these specialevents. Kirchman Gallery (213 N. Nugent Ave.).

830-868-9290. kirchmangallery.com JUNCTION

August 13-14Summer Classic RodeoHill Country Fairgrounds, FM 2169. Enjoy aRanch Rodeo, Parade, and Dancing Underthe Stars Friday and Saturday nights.Admission $10 to rodeos and dances. [email protected], 325-446-2537, 325-446-3190. junctiontexas.net

KERRVILLE

August 21Sentimental Journey OrchestraSat. 7:30pm-midnight. Sun. 11am-1pm. Innof the Hills, 1001 Junction Highway. Big Band

Weekend! $119 per couple. Reservations,usan@kerrvilletx com 830 895 1535

fee to the public. R obin Chiesa, 325-247-4963.ircleartgallery com

August 13-15Marble Falls LakeFest

Foot.” It’s a stomp with a TWIST. Designed “foradult couples only ” this event assigns one




[email protected], 830-895-1535.kerrvilletx.com

August 21-22The Sentimental Journey Orchestra11am-1pm. Inn of the Hills, 1001 JunctionHighway. Big Band Weekend! $119 percouple. [email protected], 830-895-1535.kerrvilletx.com

August 28

Kerr County Market Daysam-4pm (June through September, 9am-pm). 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 of the beautiful Kerr County Courthouse Square.830-792-4655. kerrmarketdays.org

KYLE

August 1

Claiborne Kyle Log House Open Housepm-5pm. Claiborne Kyle Log House (2400. Old Stagecoach Rd., County Road 136).

The Claiborne Kyle Log House was originallyconstructed in 1850 for Colonel Claiborne Kyleand his wife Lucy Bugg and their family. TheLog House is open the first Sunday of everymonth through October and is a opportunityto learn about the historic home.

August 7, September 4Kyle Market Days & Farmers Market

am-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

August 14, 28Night at the RacesPresented by Thunderhill Raceway, 24801IH-35 South. Gates open at 4pm. Dr. Danger

tunts Presents Rollergirl Daredevil Stuntspectacular & Stock Car Racing Event.12-507-1486. thunderhillraceway.com

LLANO

May 1-September 17

Calling Artists for Downtown LlanoStarving Artist Sale and ShowCalling all artists for the third annual sale andhow. Show is semi-juried. Space is 10; no

ircleartgallery.com

May 17-January 1Llano Trail of the Deer Community ArtProjectLife-sized, artistically rendered deer will be on

isplay all about the Llano area. Robin Chiesa,25-247-4963. circleartgallery.com

LUCKENBACH

September 4-6Luckenbach’s No Labo r Day Weekend

elebrate Labor Day with friends, good musicnd beer in the world famous Texas town of

Luckenbach. 830-997-3224.luckenbachtexas.com

MARBLE FALLS

Thursdays, Fridays, SaturdaysThe Falls on the Colorado Museum10am-5pm, Thursday through Saturday. 905Third St. Group tours available by appt.

30-798-2157. fallsmusueum.org

August 5, September 2Meet on Mainpm-8pm. The Historic Main Streetssociation event focuses on providing

the local community and tourists with thehance to stroll through Main Street’s uniquehops and galleries, while enjoying free liventertainment and in-store special sales andvents. Local growers, artists and craftersre present at the events’ Homegrown &

Handmade Farmers Market. Meet on Main isn opportunity for residents to indulge in localulture, visit with neighbors and shop local.30-385-9289. historicmainstreet.org

August 9-14Library Thrift Store Silent Auction

:30am-5pm. Special silent auction in thetore, 3rd and J St. Proceeds benefit Marble

Falls Public Library. Items include Ridgewayrandfather Clock, Cast Iron Trick Pony Bank,

1920’s Keystone Dump Truck, Antique IronTricycle, Antique Rocking Horse, Hand MadeWool Rug from India, 6 Classic MiniaturePewter Antique Cars such as 1928 Lincoln

onvertible, 1932 Chrevolet Sport Roadster,1934 Duesenberg SJ, Toro Lawn Mower, Baby

unny Bassinet, 4 Franklin Heirloom Dolls fromWizard of Oz, Executive Desk with Drawer,

everal paintings, Old Truck and Clabber Girlign, Genuine Lane Cedar Chest (new), Skeethoot, Antique 3D Book “An American Indianamp,” and more. 830-693-5120.

Marble Falls LakeFestJohnson Park, 307 Buena Vista Drive. LakeFest

010, August 13-15, marks the 19th yearhat the Marble Falls/Lake LBJ Chamber of ommerce transforms Lake Marble Falls into a

liquid quarter-mile “racetrack” and the banks of he lake into a wild three-day boat race party.

Visit the website for ticket prices and eventchedule. Tickets may be purchased at theate or by calling the Chamber of Commercet 800-759-8178. Kerri Roberts, 830-693-2815,

[email protected]. marblefallslakefest.comMASON

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, SundaysEckert Bat Cave

pm-9pm. Reopens upon the return of thebats. 325-347-5970. 512-263-8878.nature.org/texas

NEW BRAUNFELS

August 2-30Different Strokes” Art Show

10am-5pm. Several well-known women artists

ho have painted and critiqued togetheror many years invite one and all to theirhow and reception at the New Braunfels Art

League Gallery, 239 W. San Antonio St. Theyall themselves the Brushstrokes Group andork primarily in watermedia. 830-629-8022.

newbraunfelsartleague.com

August 7-8, 14-15th Annual Grape Stomp at Dry Comal Creek

10:30am-1pm. Join Dry Comal Creek Vineyards,1741 Herbelin Rd., for our 8th annual grapetomp competition, “Order of the Purple

adult couples only, this event assigns oneperson to do the “stomping” and the otherto do the “collecting.” The couple producingthe most juice in the allotted time wins. Eachcouple is entitled to participation in the grapestomp, a hearty lunch of sandwiches, salad& dessert, two keepsake glasses, two drink tickets, two t-shirts and a stompin’ good time.Pre-registration is required online or in theTasting Room. Sabrina Houser, 830-885-4076.drycomalcreek.com

August 20-2116th Annual Comal County Sheriff ’s PosseRodeo and Bull Riding Finals3826 Morningside Dr. Fri., 8pm, All CountyJackpot Team Roping. Sat. Sat., 10am, JackpotTeam Penning qualifier. 7pm-1am, mainPerformance, rodeo, dancing live music byClearwater. Adults $5, kids 5 & under free.Dance included with tickets. 210-865-5131ccspevents.com

August 21Heiß Art Fest10am-4pm. The Gallery at 764 West, 764 West

San Antonio St., joins with the Schertz AreaArtz Council to present the Hei√ü Art Fest (HotArt Fest). Over twenty area artists, all membersof The Schertz Area Artz Council, will berepresented in this first annual outdoor event.Artist booths at the Heiß Art Fest show andsale will display a diverse selection of mediumsand styles including paintings, jewelry,sculpture, fiber, mixed media, pottery, glass,prints, computer art, photography, and more.830-629-0998. 764west.com

September 2-29“Land and Sea” Art Show

STARTZVILLE elicious picnic suppers to enjoy before thehows This is the best way to experience what

family: Big Daddy is coming home after alengthy illness and is looking forward to ruling




Land and Sea Art Show10am-5pm. You’re invited to view art worksbased on the land and sea theme at theNew Braunfels Art League Galler y, 239 W.

an Antonio St. Art may include paintings,culpture, pottery, photography and jewelry.

Reception, Sept. 3, 5pm-9pm. 830-629-8022.newbraunfelsartleague.com

SALADO

August 7 Salado LegendsTablerock’s Goodnight Amphitheater, Royal

t & Table Rock Rd. 18th annual performance.Dinner, 7:15pm. Theater, 8:15pm. “SaladoLegends” is the only outdoor drama in thetate of Texas to be chosen by the Library of

Congress Bicentennial celebration to serve as arecord of life in America at the end of the 20thcentury. Meal: $8. Theater: $17 adult, $5 child.Reservations and tour information,

54-947-9205. tablerock.org

SPICEWOOD

August 7 Spicewood Arts Society Fundraiser7pm. Spicewood Arts Society celebrates its10th anniversary with a fundraiser featuringMatt Wilson. Wilson returns for an encoreperformance to be held at the elegant

picewood Vineyards Event Center and horsd’oeuvres catered by the renowned Grille atRough Hollow. 75 per person. Seating willbe at tables of eight (10 if you are really closefriends). Seating will be on first arrival basisunless you purchase 8 tickets (or 10). 512-264-

820. spicewoodarts.org

Wednesdays, Thursdays, FridaysVFW Post NightsJoin us for tacos ever y Wednesday night at theVFW Post 8800, 7755 FM 2673, 5pm-8:30pm.Karaoke from 6pm until 10pm. Shuffl eboardtournament in our canteen every Wed. Bingo

very Thur. night. Kitchen opens at 6pm, cardso on sale at 6:30pm. Hamburgers and hotogs every Fri. night. 830-899-7774.

STONEWALLThursdays, ending August 31Youth Archery Clinic at LBJ State Park &Historic Site

:30pm-8pm. LBJ State Park & Historic Site, 199tate Park Road 52. Come learn the outdoorport of archery. This event is open to all youthges seven and up. It is held every Thursdayvening during the months of July and August.

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

August 14Movies Under the Stars

pm. Presented by LBJ National Historical Park.ugust: Planet of the Apes. LBJ Park continues

its popular summer movie series with cl assicfilms. All movies are free of charge and willbe presented on a giant outdoor screen withprofessional sound. Free refreshments are

lso part of the experience. All showings areet for Saturday nights at 9 p.m., with a rainate on the next (Sunday) night. The publican drive onto the LBJ Ranch beginning at

7:30 pm. Bring lawn chairs or quilts for seatingomfort. Last summer, many people brought

hows. This is the best way to experience whatriends and neighbors of the Johnsons did

back in the 1960s when they watched moviesin the ranch airplane hangar for their evening

ntertainment. 830-868-7128, extension 244r 231. nps.gov/lyjo

ugust 102nd Anniversary of LBJ’s Birth WreathLaying Ceremony10am. Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical

Park will honor the 102nd anniversary of ormer President Johnson at the LBJ RanchDistrict. Military representatives fromRandolph Air Force Base in San Antonio will

ssist in laying the wreath. Liz Lindig, 830-868-7128 ext. 231, [email protected]. nps.gov/lyjo

August 27 LBJ’s Birthday Celebration

am-4pm. The Sauer-Beckmann Living HistoryFarm. An “old fashion style” birthday partyo honor of the 36th President of the Unitedtates. Throughout the day, enjoy such thingss marbles, tops, jacks and stick horse races.

These games would have been common

ctivities of the time when the president wasrowing up here in the Texas Hill Countrylong with other neighboring children. It willlso be a day to step back in time and seehat life was like when the president wasrowing up in an area that had no electricityr running water. Costumed interpreters will

be on site to visit with you about the historicalarm-neighboring house to a president andhe lifestyle of the time when he was born 101ears ago. Refreshments will be served at the

park for your enjoyment and to commemoratepast president. 830-644-2252.

pwd.state.tx.us

UVALDE

September 4Texas Labor Day Weekend Celebration

am, Labor Day Parade on N. Getty Street.Free entry. Celebrate 10am-10pm in MemorialPark. Variety of vendor booths, live music, BBQ

ook-off & more! For more info. or to registeror parade, booth, BBQ, etc., contact thehamber offi ce at 830-278-3361. uvalde.org

WILLOW CITY

August 6-7

illow City Historic School Host Open HouseFri. 6pm-10pm. Sat. 11am-4pm. 2501 RanchRoad 1323. Join the Friends of Gillespie County

ountry Schools Trail for their open house athe Willow City Historic School. Friday enjoycovered dish meal at 6:30pm, followed byominoes. Saturday is the regular monthlypen house. Color coded maps of the trail arevailable at the Visitor Center at 302 E. Austint. 830-685-3385. historicschools.org

WIMBERLEY

July 30-August 22

imberley Players PresentsCat on a Tin Roof”Fri. & Sat, 8am-10:30pm. Sun. 2:30pm-5pm.

50 Old Kyle Rd. Tickets available online orby phone. A powerful Southern classic aboutroubled family relationships and the true

nature of redemption. Avarice, greed, sex,eath and dysfunction... just another day in

he life of a genteel, Southern family. Comeake a peek into the workings of the Politt

lengthy illness and is looking forward to rulinghis Delta empire. His family has other ideas.This play is intended for mature audiences.512-847-0575. wimberleyplayers.org

August 5, September 2YAPI (Young Artist Performing Incubator) @Maui Wowi6pm-8pm. Maui-Wowi, 14200 Ranch Road12. YAPI (Young Artist Performing Incubator)is a great opportunity for our local youth

18 and under to perform in an intimatesetting. Contact DuAnne, 512-847-6215.smoothsipstogo.com

August 7 Shammies ‘N Koozies - Ride ‘N FloatWhat is Shammies ‘N Koozies? It ’s riding yourbike in the beautiful Texas hill country. It’staking a load off for some music and TexasBBQ. It’s relaxing and floating the GuadalupeRiver with your friends and family. Shammies‘N Koozies begins with a 45- or 65-mile,fully-supported bike ride that starts at theWimberley Community Center, 14068 RanchRoad 12, and takes you through beautiful

Texas hill country to the finish at the Rockin’R River Rides venue in New Braunsfels. At thefinish, you’ll enjoy some Texas BBQ meal, andthen grab a toob take a relaxing float downthe Guadalupe river. The experience is hasslefree. You’ll check your bag full of “float gear” atthe start venue in the morning and it will bewaiting at the finish for you. Once you havefinished the floating, you and your bike (if youselect the shuttle option) will be transportedback to the starti ng venue. shammiesnkoozies.com

August 12, 26

Round Robin Review7pm-9pm on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays.Hosted by Oda Lisa at Maui Wowi HawaiianCoffees and Smoothies, 14200 Ranch Road12. Features poetry, music, and open micperformances. Please bring a donationof canned food for Crisis Bread Basket foradmission. 512-847-6215 smoothsipstogo.com

August 16-20Wimberley Artist WorkshopsPitzer’s Fine Art, 13909 Ranch Road 12.These classes will inspire from the noviceto the more experienced painter. Visitthe website for upcoming classes. July

12, “Design & Composition in Sculpture”workshop by artist Garland Weeks. July 26,“Montype*Original Print Making” workshop byartist Nancy Boren and “Western Landscapein Watercolor” workshop by artist JosephBohler. Aug. 16, “The Orchestrated Landscape”workshop by artist Michael Godfrey. ContactRob Pitzer at 512-722-6032 to register.wimberleyartistworkshops.com

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Visit hillcountrycurrent.comand send us your information.

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Johnson CityTexas Hill Country




Imagine spending aelightful afternoon

browsing through artalleries and taking a

leisurely stroll downthe street to a nearbybistro to enjoy a glass

f wine and a servingf crostini appetizers.

This vision likely bringsto mind a favoritevacation hot-spot, butit takes place righthere in the Texas Hill

ountry in the up-and-oming art communityf Johnson City.Johnson City has a

rowing number of artnd sculpture galler-

ies and is home to theFriendly Bar Bistro, owned by Tom and CindyTalcott. Both are wine, food, music and art

ficionados.After touring local shops and art galleries,

the Friendly Bar Bistro provides a haven to restnd replenish your soul. You can unwind withglass of wine or a cool beer and savor a platef delicious bistro fare. Chef Ed Thompson and

bartender Patricia Neal are there to satisfy allyour culinary and beverage tastes!

On a crisp springtime afternoon in 2005, Tomnd Cindy Talcott found this gem of a building

while exploring the Johnson City art commu-nity. On a jaunt to view student artworks at a

allery, they spotted the vacated Friendly Barcross the street. Award-winning art teacher

Diane Hudson mentioned that the buildingwas original and had a historic mural paintedinside. After inspecting and researching thetone building’s history, the Talcotts bought it!

They wanted to create a venue that focused onll the things that they enjoyed. The FBB hasomfortable, homey seating, local musical tal-nt, an historical setting, great food and bever-ges plus outstanding service. The Friendly Bar

Bistro was born!The FBB features international and local

raft beers such as Real Ale Brewery in Blanco,Texas. Wine and beer offerings are paired with

seasonal gourmet menu, created by Chef Ed,who joined the Bistro in August 2008. Chef Ed’s

reations feature appetizers, salads, entrees,nd deserts. Chef Ed is a culinary trained foodnthusiast. Patricia joined the bistro family in009.For dinner reservations, email

[email protected].

Musical talent can be heard Friday throughSunday. On Sunday, “Pickers Night ”, anywherefrom 10-30 musicians get together for a jamsession of jazz, country and Tex-Americanatunes. Good old comfort food is offered thatnight such as king ranch chicken.

The Friendly Bar Bistro is located at 106

North Nugent in Johnson City, Texas. The Bistro

is open Thursday-Friday from 4pm-midnight,

Saturday from noon-1am, and Sunday fromnoon-midnight.

For information about musical talent, menu,

and the historical building, check the website

at www.friendlybarbistro.com.

Website visitors may sign up for Chef Ed’s

“What’s Happening at the Bistro” email list.

For more information contact the Friendly

Bar Bistro at 830-868-2182 or via email.

Johnson City

The Friendly Bar Bistro AddsEuropean Flair and Cowboy

legacy to Johnson City

Texas Hill Country

spring isworking its

way north

the meadowsaround Fredericksburgare blooming

full of bluebonnetsblack-eyed SusanIndian paintbrushand buttercups

splatters of redyellow andblue

flung fromthe artist’s fullbrush

across greengrass

Poem by

Sheryl L. Nelms

Clyde, Texas

A view of the warm, inviting atmosphere at

Johnson City’s Friendly Bar Bistro.

Vendors & Exhibitors

eeded for Lampasas

County Chamber

Indian Artifact Show

The Lampasas County Chamber of Com-merce will host the Annual Indian Artifact

how on Saturday, August 14, 2010 at theMVETS located at 300 South Hwy. 281 in

Lampasas. The show will open at 9:00 amnd conclude at 4:00 pm. General admis-ion for adults will be 2.00 and children

under 12 will be admitted at no charge.This unique show provides the oppor-

unity for vendors and exhibitors fromll over Texas and other nearby states tohowcase their archeological collectionsnd wares.Participants will be buying, selling,

rading and displaying their Indian arti-

acts. Among the many exhibits will bependants, pottery, ceramics, points, tips,

ecorations, axes, and many other interest-ing artifacts.

Vendors and exhibitors interested inbooth space may contact the Lampasas

ounty Chamber of Commerce at 512-556-172 or toll free at 866-556-5172.




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