Hill Country Current -- March 2011

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Cover PhotoDuang Hanesworth holds her one year old daughter, Irene, on top of an Ong™ Jar in Thailand.

See page 4 to read about how Big Grass is bringing a Thai tradition into Texas and the Hill Country, and starting a new gen-the Hill Country, and starting a new gen-the Hill Countryeration in water conservation.

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4 San AntonioThe Ong™ Jar: A New Generation of Water Conservation

6 Johnson CityChili Cook-Off s Come to Johnson City, March 26-27

FredericksburgWar Museum Brings History to Life with Flamethrower

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

9 Johnson CityWildfl ower Days — A Month-Long Celebration

10 TomballTomball Celebrates German Heritage During Festival on March 25 & 26

11 BanderaBandera Library Celebrates 9th Annual Wild Hog Explosion

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

13 Antiquing in the Hill CountryAntique Shop Directory

14 Marble FallsMake it to Marble Falls for Elder Care Fair

16 Hill Country Events Calendar

17 BlancoVisit Blanco in the New Year — Dates for Market Days

24 BlancoZocalo Eclectic Café Off ers Good Food, Atmosphere

Get Hungry!Build up an appetite with these events.

25 On the MenuRestaurant Directory

26 WimberleyWimberley Market Days — a shopper’s Hill Country paradise

Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical ParkBy Kelly Carper PoldenThis book illustrates the signifi cance of LBJ’s heritage and the circle of life represented by what is both a birthplace and a fi nal resting place.

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San Antonio

As a child growing up in northern Thailand, Duang Hanesworth collected her family’s drinking water from giant rainwater catchment vessels that stood outside her home. Most families in her village owned at least one of these round-bodied cement contain-ers- not unusual in a country where natural resources are painstakingly conserved and recycled.

Today, Duang lives in San Antonio, and households in her native Today, Duang lives in San Antonio, and households in her native village in Thailand are tied to the municipal water system. But the rainwater vessels Duang grew up with remain a primary source for drinking water in many Thai villages. And now, exclusively through San Antonio-based Big Grass, these gracefully formed, hand-crafted vessels are beginning to appear in gardens, on patios, and on front lawns throughout San Antonio, Austin, and the Hill Country.

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Bringing a Thai tradition to Texas


On March 12 and 13, the National Museum of the Pacifi c War will hold its fi rst Living History Programs of 2011. The program demonstrates weapons and strategies that werevital in the struggle for dominance in the Pacifi c theater in World War II. Re-enactors use landing craft, tanks, explosive charges, and even a fl amethrower to explain and illustrate the equipment and tactics used by the American Army and Marines and the Imperial Japanese Army forces in WWII. The mock battle represents one such battle — the deadly struggle for island of Tarawa.

There will be three shows each day (10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.). The program takes place at the Pacifi c Combat Zone, which is located two blocks east of the museum complex on East Austin Street between Elk and Lee.

Admission to the 90-minute program is $5 for adults and $3 for students. Children under six years of age are admitted free. Tickets may be purchased in advance at the George H.W. Bush Gallery, the Admiral Nimitz Bookstore, or online at pacifi cwarmuseum.com.

Tickets are also available at the Pacifi c Combat Zone on the day of the programs but, due to their popularity, advance purchase is recommended. Admission includes earplugs.

The National Museum of the Pacifi c War, a Texas Historical Commission property operated by the Admiral Nimitz Foundation, is located in Fredericksburg, hometown of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz.

Johnson City

Along with bluebonnets, paint brushes, and other assorted wildfl owers, Springtime brings the delicious aroma of world class chili and barbecue to the Texas Hill Country around Johnson City. Spicy food enthusiasts fl ock to the Blanco County Fairgrounds to participate in the fun and foolishness associated with the Texas Men’s State Chili and Barbecue Cham-pionship which is held each year on the last weekend of March. This year’s edition will be held on Saturday, March 26.

For many of the competitors, the cookoff will be a solemn event as they try to achieve some of the biggest bragging rights in the world of competitive cooking – to be the Texas State Men’s Champion. Camaraderie and fun will abound but cooks will defend the sacred trust of these Texas dishes against competitors from

as far away as Illinois, California, and Maryland.The chili event will be sanctioned by the

Chili Appreciation Society International (CASI) and the goal will be to make the best bowl of traditional Texas Red, no beans, just chili. The top three winners will qualify to cook in the Terlingua International Chili Champion-ship held every November in Terlingua, Texas. Johnson City’s own 2008 international chili champion, Susan Dean, will preside over the Finals judging table.

On the barbecue side, cooks will spend Friday night, carefully watching over their smokers as they try to produce the perfect chicken, pork spare ribs, and brisket to please the judges. The barbecue competition is sanctioned by the Lone Star Barbecue Society. The grand champion will advance to compete

Chili Cook-Offs Come toJohnson City, March 26-27

in Kansas City.In addition to chili and barbecue, there will

be fun competitions, for cash prizes, in beans and hot wings. All of these contests present plenty of opportunity for the public to join the judges and do some sampling. Bring your ap-petite and sign up for a spot at a judging table. You can choose to judge one category or you can go for the gusto and sign up for several.

The festivities start Saturday morning at 11:00 with the judging of beans and hot wings. Chicken judging begins at noon, ribs at 1:00, chili at 2:00, and brisket at 3:30. There will be live music all afternoon with a special perfor-mance by singer-songwriter Scooter Pearce at 3:00. Plenty of vendors will be on site to tempt visitors with a wide variety of food items, jewelry, plants, crafts, and more. Admission is

free of charge.This will be the eighth year Johnson City has

hosted the chili and barbecue championships. It has become a popular attraction for local residents and visitors from all over the US. While in town, visitors can also stop by some of the fi ne art galleries, specialty shops, eateries, and historic sites.

The Pod On The Pedernales will have their cookoff on Sunday, March 28 with judging beginning at 12 Noon. The public is invited to cook (men and women) or judge at this event too.

For more information, call Alan Dean at 512-567-2835.

Fredericksburg War Museum Brings History to Life with Flamethrower


Johnson City

If you haven’t traveled to Johnson City, Texas to view the wildfl owers, you are in for a treat! Not only will you see wildfl owers in bloom everywhere along the roadways, both back roads and highways, but there will also be various activities throughout Wildfl ower month provided by the various businesses in town as we enjoy a month-long celebration of Wildfl ower Days.

Wildfl ower month will kick off during the Men’s Texas State Chili Cook Off on the weekend of March 26th, a do-not-miss-event in itself. The Chili Cook Off is free to the public and besides the best Chili and BBQ in the great state of Texas, there are many activities for the whole family- from cow-chip shuffl e board to domino games. Proceeds from this event all go to local charities and organiza-tions. For details, call 512-567-2835 or go to www.johnsoncitytexaschamber.com.

Bluebonnets traditionally begin peeking out at this time of year and begin blooming profusely shortly thereafter, along with Indian Paint blossoms and other fabulous wildfl ow-ers as the month progresses. Not only do the wildfl owers beautify our highways and county roads, but you will fi nd fi elds that look like paintings in many “off the beaten track” places, providing a canvas of breathtaking displays from Mother Nature. For up-to-date information on where the fl owers are blooming, you can call the TXDOT Wildfl ower Hotline at 800-452-9292. Counselors are available from 8 am until 6 pm. The TXDOT Department’s wildfl ower eff ort is part of a vegetation management program encourag-ing the growth of native species that require less mowing and care. TXDOT spreads more than 20,000 pounds of wildfl ower seeds along Texas highways each year. A note of caution- when taking photos of people or children in the patches of wildfl owers, please walk care-fully as the fl owers can be damaged or killed. Also, snakes, including rattlesnakes and cop-perheads like to seek refuge in the cool shade under the wildfl owers. It is best to check out the area in advance of people placement.

There are Wildfl ower Loop maps available at participating businesses in Johnson City, the Heartland of the Texas Hill Country, as well as the Visitor Center, located at 100 Main Street. While you’re in town, you will fi nd great shop-ping, food, and lodging. There are also an ar-ray of activities to provide enjoyment for the entire family, from the Exotic Zoo to the LBJ State and National Parks, and LCRA park on the Pedernales River. Details of activities for each weekend can be found at the Chamber

Wildfl ower Daysof Commerce website: www.johnsoncitytex-aschamber.com.

Want to make a weekend of it? No prob-lem- as Johnson City off ers traditional motels as well as numerous B&B’s and cabins to en-hance your visit. We also have our own vine-yard- Texas Hills Vineyard, which welcomes visitors. Also, we have the ONLY bourbon distillery in Texas- Garrison Brothers Distillery, which is located right outside of Johnson City and off ers tours on a daily basis. There are several other vineyards located near Johnson City, such as Becker Vineyards, Lavender Farm, and others along the “Hill Country Wine Trail.” Not only can you enjoy the beauty of the wildfl owers, but you can enjoy the peaceful-ness and easy-going pace of a small town as well as shopping and a variety of restaurants ranging from fast food to fi ne dining, which includes the Hill Country Cupboard, Dairy Queen, Subway, Texas 290 Diner, El Charros, El Rancho, Ronnie’s BBQ, Silver K Café, Chrome Cactus and Uptown Blanco Café in Blanco. If you prefer to dine in your cabin, RV, or picnic along the Pedernales, we also have a Super S grocery store right in town where you can purchase anything you need.

Are you an art lover? You’re in luck, because numerous fi ne artists reside here, many with galleries. Benini Gallery and Sculpture Ranch is a fabulous place, as well as the Nugent Street Galleries; Taste Wine + Art, A. Smith Gallery, and LMC Murals and Fine Art. Copper Roof Art Studio also welcomes studio tours by appointment only, and Eyefells and Eyefells is just a short trip down the road towards Fred-ericksburg. If it’s Lavender you like, we have several local Lavender Farms- The Meadows of Flat Creek, Miller Creek Lavender, Humming-bird Farms, Chantilly Lace B & B-Lavender-Soaps-Dining, and M & J Gifts and Lavender Farm.

Now for something totally unique and new for us - this year we will have participating businesses and residences decorate through-out the month in celebration Wildfl ower Days. Think of traditional holiday decorating and kick it up a notch! Where else can you go en-joy a small town atmosphere, dine and shop, tour various facilities including vineyards and a bourbon distillery, enjoy fi ne art, an array of lodging options, parks, farms, festive, unique and creative wildfl ower décor, and of course, some of the fi nest wildfl ower viewing in the Texas Hill Country? Nowhere else but right here in Johnson City, Texas. Spend the day, weekend or week with us - we’d love to have you, and you’ll be glad you did.

A Month-Long Celebration


Beginning with one Oompah band on a fl at-bed trailer eleven years ago, the festival has become an annual tradition in Tomball and one of the best music/street festivals in Texas. Every year, on the last Weekend in March, festival-goers break out their Lederhosen and Dirndls “Go German” for the area’s largest festival celebrating the heritage of the original German families that settled this area begin-ning in about 1840. In other words, in the case of German heritage, there is much to celebrate in this part of Texas!

The 11th-Annual Tomball German Heritage Festival will be March 25-27, 2011, located on the Old Downtown Streets of Tomball Texas, near 201 S. Elm Street, Main Street (FM 2920), and Market Street. It is a Music/Street festival celebrating German and ethnic heritage with 4 stages of live music entertainment- “happy

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Tomball Celebrates German Heritage During Festival on March 25 - 27

music for happy people”, ethnic and festival food, beer, wine, 150 street vendors, all kinds of German souvenirs and clothing, arts and crafts, antiques, Heritage Center, German church service, fi reworks, carnival, pony ride, petting zoo, strolling music makers, street per-formers, and much more. It’s like Oktoberfest in March and is huge fun for the whole family! You do not have to be German to enjoy this festival- it is fun for everyone, and there are no admission or parking fees.

The Carnival opens Thursday evening, March 24th, with a special price for the “all you can ride” armband, and is located at the corner of Main and Cherry.

On Friday the 25th, from 6-10 pm, the music begins- featuring Bluegrass Friday Night, Alpenfest, Chris Rybak, Walburg Boys, Tuba Meisters, Round Top Brass Band, Das Ist Lustig,

Terry Cavanaugh, Kenny James, JungeMeisters, German Folk Dancers Rathkamp, de Texas KlopenDansers (Dutch), Scandinavian Folk Dancers, Aggie Wranglers, Ultimate Cloggers, Tomball Promanaders, Czech music makers, Valina, and much more.

Saturday the 26th, from 10am till 10pm be-gins with the “tapping of the keg” and Willkom-men ceremony for German exchange students and Tomball host families, and offi cial opening by the Mayor of Tomball Gretchen Fagan. The

music and dancing goes all day and into the night, and at 9pm, a beautiful fi reworks display begins at Tomball’s newly restored Train Depot Plaza on the festival grounds.

Bicycle Rally or Fahrradreise, sponsored by Texas Wheels of Justice, will be Saturday the 27th.

Sunday the 27th, from 10am till 6pm begins with German Church Service/Brother Christen Tiews of St. Louis, MO. The Biergartens open at noon on Sunday and the celebration goes on.

Looking for More Events?There are more events all over this issue.Find Antiquing Events along with our list of antique shops on page 12. Get hungry at the events on page 24 and visit a Hill Country restaurant on our directory (page 25). Visit our website for even more!


Get Ready! It’s time for Squeals and Spills at the 9TH-Annual Wild Hog Explosion and All Bike Rally! Set to kick off the last weekend of Spring Break, March 18TH AND 19TH. This fun-fi lled weekend includes the hilarious Wild Hog Catch, the crowd-pleasing Pork Rib Cook-Off and an awesome All Bike Rally. New this year will be a great carnival- Merriams Midway Shows for the kids and kid in you!

What exactly is The Wild Hog Explosion? Well, fi rst you start with about 150 wild hogs that vary in size and age. Then you take a group of willing humans that also vary in size and age. Match up the size and weight, put them all in a ring, and challenge the humans to catch the smart, fast, and loud wild hogs. The object is to catch the hog, place him in a burlap sack, and get him to the fi nish line.

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Bandera Library Celebrates9th Annual Wild Hog Explosion

Teams are judged on time. Most of the time, the hog wins... but not without a lot of action, adventure, and laughs.

That’s not all- spend the day and bring the kids. There will be lots for them to do, begin-ning with a Bicycle Rodeo, a hog catch for runts (ages 3 & 4), piglets (ages 5 & 6) and Shoats (ages 7 to 9). For Mom, there are arts and crafts, and for Dad, commercial booths and a CTBA-sanctioned Cook-Off competition! Visit the cookers where you can nibble at the competition meats, or buy a plate lunch were you can “Pig-Out!” Yum! All proceeds go to the Bandera County Kronkosky Library.

It’s not just other people getting in on the action- you can compete for prizes too. Enter the Hog Catch and win a great belt buckle! Enter the Cook-Off and win trophies and brag-

ging rights and cash prizes too! Or enter the Lestourgeon’s Bloody Mary Competition or the Best Margarita Competition. Wow! Things get better...lots of music and the All Bike Rally. Enter the Hill Country Poker Run and win great prizes for the best hand. Even the Worst Hand wins. The All Bike Rally features not only a Poker Run through our beautiful hills, but also a “Gone Hog Wild Party” Saturday Night at the Longhorn Saloon featuring great music.

Pre-registration for the All Bike Rally begins on Friday at 6:00 p.m at The Longhorn Saloon at 1307 Main Street in Bandera. Bikers can pre-register for Saturday’s Poker Run and par-ticipate in the pre-registration party featuring some really great music! Saturday morning, the event moves to Mansfi eld Park for on-site bike registration, El Jacalito’s fabulous taco

breakfast, and instructions for the Poker Run. First Bike Out will be at 10:00 a.m. Last Bike In will be at 4:00 p.m. and then bikers can participate in a special “Biker” Ride and Shine Competitions at 4:30. Sunday riders can enjoy church services by the Christian Motorcycle Associaiton at the Mansfi eld Park RV Park and then riders can make the “Pie Run” to Love Creek Orchard Apple Store in Medina. What an exciting weekend!

For more information, or to enter any of the competitions, check out the website at www.WildHogExplosion.com. To participate as a spon-sor, call Genie Strickland, Event Coordinator at 830-796-4447. Gates open at 10:00 a.m.


Looking for antiques in Looking for antiques in the Hill Country?

Check out our directory to where to go to fi nd the Hill Country?

Check out our directory to where to go to fi nd the Hill Country?

antiques, and see what antique shows are coming up with this events listing.

BLANCOMarch 26-27Blanco Trade Days & Farmer’s Market10am-4pm. Yett Park. On US Hwy 281 2 miles south of Blanco, just 1/4 mile north of RR 32. Hand crafted items, antiques, hand-made furniture, wood and metal work, jewelry, candles, clothing, knives, and more. Chili cook-off in December. Free to public. 830-833-4460. blancotradedays.i8.com

BOERNEMarch 12-13Boerne Market DaysSecond weekend of every month. Gazebo in the Main Square. Take beautiful small-town surroundings, 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 or 210-844-8193. boernemarketdays.com

COMFORTApril 16Comfort Trade Days9am-5pm. 52303 IH-10 (Exit 524). Old-Fashioned Open-Air Market. 3rd Saturday of each month Apr-Dec. 830-446-6402. comforttradedays.com

April 30-May 1Comfort Village Spring Antique ShowSaturday 10 am-5 pm. Sunday 10 am-4 pm. Comfort Park, 4th St. and Main St. Presented by Texas Presentations. Features American antiques, including farm tables, cupboards, quilts, rugs, baskets, pewter, and many interesting surprises. The show also includes dealers in jewelry, china, Indian collectibles, old store collectibles, advertising, architectural and gardening pieces. Rain or shine; booths under cover. Admission $5, children 12 & under free. 830-995-3670.

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October 15-16Comfort VillageFall Antique ShowSaturday 10 am-5 pm. Sunday 10 am-4 pm. Comfort Park, 4th St. and Main St. Presented by Texas Presentations. “Puts country back into country shows.” Early country, gardening, architectural, Southwestern & Indian, American Oak, Blue Willow, Stoneware, baskets, textiles, and more. Rain or Shine; booths under cover. Admission $5, children 12 & under free. 830-995-3670. comfortchamberofcommerce.com

FREDERICKSBURGMarch 18-20Fredericksburg Trade DaysUS 290 East. Got that special something in mind but don’t know yet what it is until you see it? Shop with over 350 vendors and 6 barns in 1 location every third weekend of the month. Acres of antiques, collectables and much more. Hours are Friday and Saturday 9am-6pm and Sunday 9am-4pm. Trade Days off ers visitors the opportunity to peruse the displays, enjoy live music or a snack from the on-site

Biergarten. $3 parking fee is good all three days. 830-990-4900. Vendor info, 210-846-4094, fredericksburgtradedays.com

April 15-16What’$ It WorthPioneer Museum, 325 W. Main St. Sponsored by the Pioneer Museum. The weekend includes a juried photo contest, a Friday evening cocktail reception and expert appraisals of your treasures and antiques. The theme of the juried photo contest is black and white historical images from a creative point of view. Entry fees are $10 per image or 3 images for $25. Contest entries are due by April 12. Relax at the end of tax day on Friday evening, April 15, at a catered cocktail reception from 6:30pm-9pm at the Sanctuary and Social Hall of the Museum. Photos from the contest will be on display. Tickets are $30 for members and $35 for non-members and will include one free appraisal on Sat. On Sat., April 16, $50 VIP tickets will be available for attending up to four presentations by antique experts and includes one appraisal. Eight appraisers, independent of the Pioneer Museum, expert in various antiquity fi elds, will be available from 9am-3pm to appraise your treasures and collectibles. Food vendors and other topic related vendors will be on site as well. Individual tickets for appraisals will be available at $10 each. 830-997-2835. pioneermuseum.net

HICOMay 13-14Spring Antique Fair10am-6pm. Homestead, 100 N Elm. Early preview May 7 at 9am, $5.00 admission. Vendors from Fort Worth, Waco, Fredricksburg, Granbury, Stephenville, Houston, and East Texas will be under a 5400 sqft tent. Homestead will feature a local nursery selling fl owers, plants and accessories. Two chefs will also be making crepes, sandwiches, soups and salads. Free admission. 254-796-2510. homesteadhico.com

JOHNSON CITYJune 25Antique Engine and Tractor Pull9am. Tractors from 1965 and before (Nebraska Test Book). All engines welcome. Food, live music, vendors, horse shoes, washer pitchin’, kids’ tractor pull. Proceeds benefi t Blanco County Fair Association. Adults $5, kids $3, 12 and under free. Exhibitors free. 830-868-2809. Vendors: 830-868-7614.

JUNCTIONApril 9-10Kimble County Gun & Knife Show and Flea Market9am-4pm. Coke Stevenson Memorial Center, 440 N. US Hwy 83. Sponsored by Kimble County Meals on Wheels. Many exhibitors selling guns, knives, hunting paraphernalia, western jewelry, art & more. Admission is $3 to Gun Show; Flea Market is free. 325-446-3621, [email protected].

KYLEApril 2Kyle Market Days & Farmers Market9am-2pm. Historic City Square Park. Artisans, craftsmen, and farmers. Live music. Shop, dine & visit the historic sites Kyle has to off er! Check online for the schedule.cityofkyle.com/kylemarketdays.php

April 3Claiborne Kyle Log House Open House2pm-5pm. Claiborne Kyle Log House (2400 S. Old Stagecoach Rd., County Road 136). The Claiborne Kyle Log House was originally constructed in 1850 for Colonel Claiborne Kyle and his wife Lucy Bugg and their family. The Log House is open the fi rst Sunday of every month through October and is a opportunity to learn about the historic home.

LLANOApril 1-3Fiddle Fest WeekendAntique musical instrument art exhibit, open fi ddle contest. 325-247-5354. llanofi ddlecontest.com

SAN SABAMarch 5Pecan Capital Trade Day8am-2pm. San Saba Civic Center, 104 South Water St. The Pecan Capital Trade Day, sponsored by the City of San Saba, takes place on the fi rst Saturday of each month. On those days, vendors from across central Texas provide a shopping experience fi lled with antiques and collectibles, furniture, home decor, arts and crafts, jewelry, tools, produce, and much more. Make plans to visit historic San Saba and enjoy an “old-fashioned” trade day the “hill country way!” 325-372-8291. sansabatexas.com/tradeday.htm

For info:

979-836-6033

CHAPPELLHILLSCARECROWFESTIVAL

Saturday, 10/8 &Sunday, 10/9

CHAPPELL HILLCHRISTMASHOME TOUR

Saturday, Dec. 10& Sunday, Dec. 11

CHAPPELL HILLBLUEBONNETFESTIVAL

Over 400 arts & craft booths, food,live entertainment, free admission

Saturday, 4/9 & Sunday, 4/10

Dates of events are subject to change. Please confi rm them in advance by calling the event’s phone number.


FredericksburgRed BaronAntique Mall30+ antique dealers in 8,000 square feet. Furniture, glassware, chandeliers, nauti-cal oil lamps & parts, primitives, toys, architectural, western, and more. Open 7 days a week.502 W. Main830-990-2329

Dripping SpringsRuby’sEmporiumAntiques in DowntownDripping Springs.Wed. - Fri. 10 am - 6 pm. Sat. 11 am - 3 pm222 W. Hwy. 290512-858-4220rubysantiques.com

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You’ll also fi nd information about getting your shop listed in our Antique Shop Directory. It’s $25 per month (with a six-month committment) to have your shop seen all over the area!

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Johnson CityPieces of the PastSpecializing in Architectual Antiques, Salvaged Doors, Au-thentic Mexican Doors, Vintage Reclaimed Lumber, & more. Open Fri., Sat. & Sun or by appt. during the week.104 US 281 S @US 290 W512-784-8246pieces-of-the-past.com

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Marble FallsBlue Bonnet DesignsOld and new quilts, old buttons, trims, and laces. Quilt restora-tion, custom tee shirt quilts, and blue jean quilts. We can “redesign” worn quilts.For more information and an appointment, call Elizabeth Schnelle.830-693-42431011 Avenue G

UVALDEMarch 4-5Fort Clark DaysStroll through the historic fort, shop for arts & crafts, enjoy live entertainment, food & drinks, living history displays, historic building tours, period children’s games, pitch & putt contest, 5k run, petting zoo, museum, antique cars, melodrama, and much more. 830-563-9220.

March 26Uvalde Market Days9am-5pm. Memorial Park, 337 E Main St. Become a part of what is destined to be one of the largest and unique open air markets in southwest Texas. A rich oasis surrounded by all the adventures of the Texas River Country. The tree shaded park along the banks of the quiet Leona River provides the perfect setting for an afternoon of shopping, music, and great food. Vendors provide an incredible variety of arts and crafts, plants, wearables, jewelry, collectibles, antiques, and much much more! Bring the family, sit back, and enjoy the area’s favorite musical talent, eats, and bargains. Free. David Querbach, 210-844-8193, 830-249-5530, [email protected]/Uvalde.html


The 2011 Elder Care Fair, presented by the Highland Lakes Health Partnership, is right around the corner. Coordinators are excited about this year’s event and the record number of sponsors. The purpose of the Elder Care Fair is to introduce the elderly and their caregivers to products, equipment, and services available to them in the Highland Lakes area.

The 2010 Elder Care Fair will be held Satur-day, March 26th from 9:00am until 12 noon at The Boys and Girls Club of the Highland Lakes in Marble Falls.

More than 70 booths are expected to fi ll the exhibit hall. Exhibit booths will be occupied by organizations and businesses specializing in the health, comfort, and gen-eral well-being of the elderly and their caregivers. Examples include health-care professionals, diagnosti-cians, attorneys, bankers, investment representatives, accountants, future planning consultants, representa-tives from nursing homes, assisted living facilities, hospitals, clinics, non-profi t organizations, medical equip-ment companies, and pharmacies.

An estimated $15,000 worth of FREE health screenings and adult vaccinations will be given. The health checks include vascular health screenings, hearing assess-ments, blood pressure checks, anemia screenings, cholesterol screenings, glucose, vision, diabetes, and more! Exhibitors will also be giving away lots of free goodies and assistive devices.

Those planning to attend the Elder Care Fair are asked to park down the street at Marble Falls Elementary School. A shuttle service to and from the Boys and Girls Club will begin at 8:55 and run until the event ends. The parking spaces around the Club will ALL be reserved as handicapped parking.

Events of this magnitude do not just happen. The Elder Care Fair is fortunate to have the support of its sponsors.

Special thanks to the following businesses that make this event possible: Texas Home Health & Hospice, Scott & White Healthcare - Llano, Seton Highland

Lakes, Accord Home Care, Inc, Cancer Care Cen-ters of South Texas, Chiropractic Family Care, Edwards Risk Management, Gateway Gardens & Gateway Villa, Girling Health Care & Lighthouse Hospice.

Equally important to the success of the Elder Care Fair are all of the wonderful volunteers who help with everything from registration to parking to manning the concession stand and more. Local service organizations helping at this year’s event include The Kiwanis Club and the Highland Lakes Service League. A few exhibit booths are still available. Log on towww.HighlandLakesHealthPartnership.org to download a registration form.

Make it to Marble Falls for Elder Care Fair

Marble Falls


events calendarALBERT

Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, SundaysAlbert Ice HouseSee schedule online. 512-663-2848. alberttexas.com

AUSTINApril 2Austin Classical Guitar Society Presents David Russell8pm. Northwest Hills United Methodist Church, 7020 Village Center Dr. He is simply one of the greatest living guitarists. Grammy-winning artist David Russell is one of our favorite guests, thanks to his warm and generous personality that emanates from his masterful guitar playing and captures everyone who hears him. We cannot wait for his return. Tickets $25-$50. 512-300-2247. AustinClassicalGuitar.org

BANDERASaturdaysCowboys on Main1pm-4pm. Free. banderacowboycapital.com

March 4-6German Weekend at the Silver SpurFull weekend of German food & entertainment including German beer tasting, buff et, pretzel making & live music. games & prizes. Silver Spur Guest Ranch, 9266 Bandera Creek Rd. $25. Reservations required. 830-796-3037. silverspur-ranch.com

March 4-6Annual TETRA Spring Benefi t RideRide held at Hill Country State Natural Area. Friday night “cowboy stew” provided while it lasts. Saturday morning and afternoon ride. Saturday night pot luck dinner and silent auction to benefi t the eff orts of Hill Country State Natural Area Partners to improve the park. 830-393-7037. facebook.com/event.php?eid=191019837594535

March 11Rodeo at Twin Elm Guest Ranch8pm every Fri. 810 FM 470. Verify schedule with ranch. 830-796-3628. twinelmranch.net

March 11Knights of Columbus Annual Lenten Fish Fry5pm. St Joseph Hall, corner of Cedar & 7th streets. Every Friday night during Lent. $7 per plate. [email protected]. banderakofc.org

March 19Annual Wild Hog ExplosionGet Ready! Its time for Squeals and Spills at the 8th Annual Wild Hog Explosion and All Bike Rally! Set to kick off the last weekend of Spring Break. This fun-fi lled weekend includes the hilarious Wild Hog Catch, the crowd-pleasing Pork Rib Cook-Off and an awesome All Bike Rally. Gates open at 10am. Mansfi eld Park. Visit the website for more. Tickets are just $5.00, and children 12 and under get in free! Benefi ts Bandera County Kronkosky Library. Genie Strickland, Event Coordinator, 830-796-4447. wildhogexplosion.com

March 254th Friday Jam Night6:30pm. Silver Sage Corral, 803 Buck Creek Dr. Come to jam, dance, or just listen to the music! Bring a dish for the pot luck and help yourself to a plate. Whether just getting started or if you are a seasoned musician, have fun joining in on the extemporaneous-style of an evening jam session. Held monthly, January through October. 830-796-4969. silversagecorral.org

April 1-3Thunder in the Hill CountryPresented by Biker Rallies of Texas. A three day event held at Bandera’s Mansfi eld Park consisting of tent camping, poker run, daily door prize giveaways, lots of vendors, food, fi eld events, Friday and Saturday night live bands, D.J. music all day Friday and Saturday, bike show, tattoo contest, Sunday morning church service. Pre-registration includes a t-shirt. At the gate registration receives no shirt. 18+, no exceptions. 936-334-0558. bikerralliesoftexas.com

BLANCOMarch 5Mardi Gras Party in theUptown Blanco CourtyardUptown Blanco Arts & Entertainment invites the public to a Mardi Gras Party from 6pm to 10pm in the Courtyard, entrance at corner of 4th and Elm streets. Cajun food, live music, Mardi Gras costume contests, fortune telling, tarot card reading, king and queen contest, and many more fun activities will be off ered for one entry price. Fun for the entire family! uptownblanco.com

March 8Guardian Title’s AnnualMardi Gras Celebration11:30am. Guardian Title, 508 8th St. Fat Tuesday. King cake, punch, beads and some great surprises! GUMBO! 830-833-5007.

March 12Blanco Performing ArtsChamber Music Series7:30pm. Uptown Blanco Ballroom, 317 Main. Christopher Guzman. Make it dinner and a concert at the outstanding Uptown Blanco Restaurant adjacent. A 15% discount on dinner is available when the concert tickets are presented. 830-833-4762. blancoperformingarts.com

March 19Blanco Market Days9am-4pm. Old Blanco County Courthouse Square, 310 Main St. Market Day is held the 3rd Saturday of the month March through November with a special Christmas Market Day in December. Free. 830-833-2211, [email protected]. historicblanco.org

March 25-April 9Student Art ShowUptown Blanco Art Center Gallery, 317 Main. Opening reception: Fri, Mar. 25, 5-7pm. Join us for hors d’oeuvres & wine! 830-833-2514. uptownblanco.com

March 26Meet the Artist1pm-4pm. Meet Artist Carol Bryant at Rain Bird Gallery, 103 Main St. 830-833-5900. rainbirdgalleryonline.com

BOERNEJanuary 18-April 16Spring SessionMajestic Ranch Arts Foundation, 543 Hwy. 46W. 830-537-4654. mraf.org

March 5Chuck Wagon Cook-Off & Heritage GatheringThe Agricultural Heritage Museum is hosting this unique western heritage event that will have something for the whole family, including a great chuck wagon cook-off contest and games for the kids. Limited Tickets are on sale at the Boerne Visitors Center for $20 and are cash or check only. Call 830-249-7277 for ticket information. 830-249-6007. AgMuseum.org

March 5Wings Over BoerneBirds of Prey Demonstrations by Master Falconer John Karger & Last Chance Forever Bird of Prey Conservancy at the Boerne Visitors Center, 1407 South Main St. Shows: 11am, 1 pm, 3 pm. 830-249-7277. visitboerne.org

March 5Managing Land for Game Birds9am-noon.TPWD biologist Rufus Stephens will present a workshop at the Cibolo Nature Center. $25, $20 for CNC members. Limited to 30. 830-249-4616. cibolo.org


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Blanco

Take a Trip to Blanco State ParkBlanco State Park is inside the city of

Blanco, located just south of the Square on Highway 281. The state park is 104.6 acres along the Blanco River. Wildlife Observation and Photography: nutria, mallard duck, raccoon, armadillo, and squirrel. Fish include winter rainbow trout, perch, catfi sh, and bass. Activities include camping, swimming, picnicking, hiking, nature study, boating (electric motors only), and fi shing. Facilities

March 122nd Saturday Art & Wine4pm-8pm. Look for banners to fi nd various gallery locations for Second Saturday Art & Wine. View map on website. “Best Kept Secret East of Santa Fe.” Hop on the Free Trolley, stroll or drive to a collection of eclectic fi ne art galleries for free wine tasting, hors d’oeuvres, and specials. Enjoy “The Ultimate Art and Wine Experience.” Find the perfect gift for yourself or your special sweetheart. It’s the perfect Valentine Night Out and it’s free! Free. 830-249-1500. secondsaturdayartandwine.com

March 14-16Painting Workshop9am-4pm. Majestic Ranch Arts Foundation, 543 Hwy. 46W. Ann Templeton will lead the class to consider the rules of abstract impressionism as well as representational landscapes. Photos will be available. Ann will cover rules for design, value, color and the landscape. Daily one-on-one critiques and group critiques. $450. 830-537-4654. mraf.com

March 19Kendall County Outdoor Family Fair10am-2pm. Boerne’s Main Plaza. Live music, kids’ activities, Moon Bounce, arts & crafts, kid photo ID cards, treasure hunt, Easter Bunny, informative exhibitors, senior information, puppet show, more. 830-249-9511.

April 2Cibolo Nature Center Native Plant Sale9am-4pm. Kendall County Fairgrounds, 7 State Highway 46 E. 830-249-4616. cibolo.org

April 8-10Annual Parade of ArtistsThe Boerne Area Artists Association is a group of professional artists and galleries. Wonderful paintings, sculptures, jewelry, pottery, glass, fi ber arts and more. 830-816-2345.boerneart.com

April 8-10Art & Conservation: Hidden TreasuresJuried art exhibit and sale to promote conservation of natural resources. Cibolo Nature Center. 26 Texas artists spent a year or more studying 19 Texas Hill Country properties to interpret their experiences in natural landscapes through art. Portion of sale proceeds go to support children’s outdoor education programs at the non-profi t Cibolo Nature Center. Presented by the Cibolo Nature Center, the Hill Country Council for the Arts and Boerne Professional Artists, exhibit will move to Boerne Convention & Visitors Bureau April 11-May 14. 830-249-4616. Cibolo.org

BRADYMarch 19, 26Heart of Texas CMA 22nd Anniversary CelebrationEd Davenport Civic Center, 201 East Main. $15, $20. 325-597-3491. bradytx.com

BROWNWOODSaturdaysBrownwood Farmers’ Market9am. A great place to buy home grown fruits and vegitables. Under the Austin Ave & Brady Ave overpass. 325-646-1422.

March 18-19Bluebonnet RelaysGordon Wood Stadium. Schools from across the state come in to compete in all track events. Coach Don Hood, [email protected].

March 18-20Rattlesnake RoundupBrownwood Coliseum. Hosted by the Brownwood Jaycees. 830-646-3586, [email protected].

BUCHANAN DAMMarch 25Oldies Night at Hill Country Hall7pm-1pm. Hill Country Hall, 15675 E. Hwy. 29. Featuring Austin Rockafellas. Benefi t For the Love of Christi. BYOB setups, BBQ sandwiches, sausage wraps. All ages welcome. $10 advance, $15 at door. 512-755-4096. HillCountryHall.com

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

April 8-10Annual Burnet Bluebonnet Festival229 S. Pierce. Something for everyone! The Bluebonnet Festival Parade is one of the best in the state! See the Highland Lakes Squadron fl ying show during the day and the Destruction Derby in the evening. Festivities include the Burnet Gunfi ghter’s Shootout, the arrival of the 143-ton Hill Country Flyer train,

the Kiwanis Bicycle Tour, a 5K run, a custom car show and lots of food and craft vendors. Kids will especially enjoy the pet parade, bicycle decoration judging and the carnival. Live entertainment on stage all during the weekend. 512-756-4297. burnetchamber.org

April 9Literacy Highland Lakes Rubber Ducky Race10am on Hamilton Creek in conjunction with the Bluebonnet Festival. 512-756-7337. literacyhl.org

CANYON LAKEMarch 6Sunday Music Brunch11am-4pm, 280 Marina Dr. Join us on our refreshing open-air patio with sweeping views of Canyon Lake. Enjoy a delicious brunch with everything from seafood eggs benedict to strawberry crepes. Big John Mills performs live from 1-3pm. 830-935-3122. sailorsgrill.com

CASTROVILLESaturdaysCastroville Farmer’s Market9am-2pm. Alsace Tan & Salon, 503 US Highway 90 W. 830-538-9141.

March 4Vaudeville in Castroville7:30pm-9:30pm. The Hotel Alsace. Presented by Deer in the Headlights Variety Show and Hotel Alsace & Spa Resort. Call for tickets. 830-538-3200. thehotelalsace.com

include restrooms with and without showers; campsites with water and electricity; campsites with water, electricity, and sewer; screened shelters; a group picnic area; a group picnic pavilion built by the C.C.C; a sanitary dump station; group, day-use facilities; and playgrounds.

For more information about the park, call 830-833-4333. Make an online reservation: www.tpwd.state.tx.us.


March 12Hermann Sons Retirement Home’s Annual Chili and Bean Cookoff Cooks’ & Visitors’ Party, Friday evening, March 12. Food, Drink & Dancing. Sanctioned & Amateur Cooks. Turn In Times: Beans 12pm, Amateur Chili 1pm, Sanctioned Chili 2 pm, Showmanship Judging 12-1:30pm. RVs Welcome. Entry Fees: $15 for Amateur Cooks, $20 for Sanctioned Cooks, $10 for Bean Cooks. Edward Albrecht, 830-995-2724.

March 26Deer in the Headlights Variety Show7pm. Comfort Meet Market, 714 High Street. $15 at the door. 830-995-3602.deerintheheadlightstheater.com

April 2Spring Market Day & Chili Cook-Off “Hot Chili & Cool Arts & Crafts.” 10am-4pm. Comfort Park Pavilion and grounds, 4th St. and Main St. The event combines fun family activities with gospel music and spring shopping. Spring Market Day is ideal for spring shopping and includes a selection of arts and crafts, clothing and accessories, home decor items, garden items, jewelry and much more. Family activities include face painting, two infl ated bounce houses, and an antique tractor display. Sponsored by Comfort Chamber of Commerce. Free admission. 830-995-3131. comfortchamberofcommerce.com

April 9Comfort Spring Shopping Spree“Save the Date, Shop ‘til 8.” Comfort shops stay open for great shopping! 830-995-3131. comfortchamberofcommerce.com

CONCANMarch 12Annual Freedom FestHouse Pasture Cattle Company, 2 N River Rd. Featuring the Meyer Anderson Band. Cook off , bake off , chicken bingo, carnival, horseshoes and washers tournament, 5k run, local booths & vendors and live music. 830-232-6625.

COPPERAS COVEMarch 6Tough Cookie Duathlon6am-3pm. South Park. 254-547-7571. copperascove.com

COTTONWOOD SHORESMarch 3-6The Odd CouplePerformed at the Hill Country Community Theatre, 4003 W FM 2147. 830-693-2474.hcct.org

DRIPPING SPRINGSMarch 5Sculpture Challenge10am-5:30pm. Carved Stone, 5300 Bell Springs Rd. Observe sculptors as they demonstrate their style and discipline. $10 per person donation to PAWS. 512-858-5665. sculpturechallenge.com

March 5Barrel Racing/Pole Bending8:30am. Hosted by TX Hill Country Barrel Racing Association. Harrison Ranch Park, 29401 RR12. 512-517-4994. THCBRA.com

March 5Starlight Symphony Orchestra Spring Concert SeriesMar. 5, 7:30pm. First Baptist Church, 203 W Highway 290 in Dripping Springs. Mar. 6, 4pm, Hays ISD Performing Arts Center, 979 Kohler’s Crossing Rd., Kyle, TX. starlightsymphony.org

FREDERICKSBURGFebruary 18-March 6Little Women: The MusicalPresented by Fredericksburg Theater Company. The Steve W. Shepherd, 1668 Highway 87 South. Join the Fredericksburg Theater Company as they celebrate another season. Based on Louisa May Alcott’s beloved novel, this exhilarating musical follows the adventures of the sisters Jo, Meg, Beth and Amy March as they grow up in Civil War America. All performances are on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2:00pm. No performance on Friday, September 17 in honor of Yom Kippur; alternate on Thursday, September 23. 830-997-3588. fredericksburgtheater.org

March 2-20Texas Stampede Art Show and SaleInSight Gallery, 244 W. Main St. InSight Gallery’s 2nd annual Texas Stampede Invitational Show will feature new work from some of Texas’ most talented artists. Both InSight gallery and guest artists will join together to capture the diversity and essence of art in Texas. What a great way to celebrate a great state and fantastic art! 830-997-9920. insightgallery.com

March 12St. Louis Society Wild Game Dinner4pm-7pm. Live auction and raffl e. $20.830-931-2826.

March 125K Run/WalkSponsored by Medina Healthcare System & Medical Clinic of Castroville. Castroville Regional Park, 816 Alsace St. $10 (includes t-shirt). 830-426-7926. medinahospital.net

March 20Barbeque Dinner Annual Fundraiser11am-1pm. American Legion Weiss-Wurzbach Post 460, 1305 Fiorella St. BBQ Brisket and all the trimmings. $7 per plate. 210-355-2963.

April 1Wine & Beer Fest7am-10pm. Castroville Area Chamber of Commerce. Castroville Cafe, corner of Fiorella & Lafayette streets. $40. 830-538-3142. castroville.com

April 1Fiorella Friday6pm-9pm. Live music, artisans, wine tastings, and much more. Live music in September Square 7pm-9pm. 830-538-2349, fi [email protected].

COMFORTMarch 5Friends of the Library’s “Mardi Gras Dance”Comfort Park. Music by “The Grateful Geezers” band. Tickets sold at Comfort Public Library. 830-995-2398.


March 4-12Texas Star Trail RideJoin us as we ride The Original Texas Star Trail through Fredericksburg, Luckenbach, Stonewall, Johnson City, Blanco, Fischer, Wimberley and Driftwood. Each year, about 300 people take part in the 107 mile ride. It’s the experience of a lifetime, and one you will not forget. We cross 40 cattle guards through more than 20 Hill Country ranches, including LBJ Ranch-Ranch Road 1 of the State of Texas. texasstartrail.com

March 4First Friday Art Walk FredericksburgA tradition in Fredericksburg, with galleries open until 8:00pm.fi rstfriday-fbg.blogspot.com

March 11Eyfells and Eyfells Studio Tour3:30pm-5pm. Eyfells and Eyfells, 9068 Highway 290 East. Free. 830-990-9309.eyfellsandeyfells.com

March 12Dance at Turner Hall8pm-midnight. Fredericksburg Social Turn Verein, 103 W. Travis St. Dance to the music of Josh Peek Band. $10. Advance tickets available by calling 830-998-9019, 830-889-8640,830-998-0213.

March 12-13War Museum Brings History to Lifewith Flamethrower10:30am, 1pm, 3:30pm. National Museum of the Pacifi c War, 328 East Main St. The program

demonstrates weapons and strategies that were vital in the struggle for dominance in the Pacifi c theater in World War II. Re-enactors use landing craft, tanks, explosive charges, and even a fl amethrower to explain and illustrate the equipment and tactics used by the American Army and Marines and the Imperial Japanese Army forces in WWII. The mock battle represents one such battle--the deadly struggle for island of Tarawa. $5 for adults, $3 for students. Free for children under age 6 and World War II veterans. 830-997-8600. pacifi cwarmuseum.org

April 1-7A Tributre to the Music of Rodgers & Hammerstein and Andrew Lloyd WebberPresented by Fredericksburg Theater Company. The Steve W. Shepherd, 1668 Highway 87 South. Expect to hear your favorite show tunes in this concert fi lled with their greatest songs from Carousel, South Pacifi c, The King and I, Cats, Evita, The Phantom of the Opera, Sunset Boulevard, Aspects of Love and more. All performances are on Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30pm and Sundays at 2:00pm. 830-997-3588. fredericksburgtheater.org

April 9First Annual Fredericksburg Star Party6pm-10:30pm. Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, 1606 E. Highway. Activities will include raffl es for a nice telescope, valued at over $500, and a handmade lap quilt with an astronomy theme. Live music will be provided. Free. Donations to TAAS will be accepted.830-992-0740.

April 9Nimitz Old Texas Roundup BBQJoin us for an old-fashioned Texas BBQ. National Museum of the Pacifi c War, 340 E. Main St. The Admiral Nimitz Foundation is proud to revive the long-standing tradition of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz by hosting the Nimitz “Old Texas Roundup BBQ.” Barbecue prepared by the famed Corpus Christi Mustangs, along with all the fi xin’s. Dessert, iced tea and lemonade will be served. Beer and wine will be available. The Almost Patsy Cline Band will provide music. Horseshoe pit, a silent auction, and the raffl e drawing. The evening will benefi t the Admiral Nimitz Foundation. Tickets for the barbecue are $25 for adults 21+, $15 for ages 12-20, and children 11 and younger are free. Ticket includes two drink tickets. 830-997-8600.nimitz-museum.org

April 9Home Show/Chili Cook-off 10am-8pm. Marktplatz. Hosted by Hill Country Home Builders Association. Adults $5, children free. hillcountryhomebuilders.org

GRUENEMarch 5Spring Tour de GrueneGruene Historic District. Participants enjoy a leisurely ride through the Texas Hill Country or competitive time trials with prizes for the best course records. 210-862-3524.tourdegruene.com

HICOApril 2Billy the Kid, Pioneer Day & Car ShowOld-fashioned fun, games, quilt displays, and arts and crafts vendors. 254-796-4620.hico-tx.com

HILL COUNTRYMarch 19Vino & PastaUS 290 Wineries. wineroad290.com

April 1-3Wine & Wildfl owers TrailIncludes 22 wineries in the Texas Hill Country. 512-914-5561. texaswinetrail.com

HONDOMarch 5Founders Fest5pm-8:30pm. Quihi Gun Club. BBQ, silent auction, history and maps, and music. $10 per person. 830-538-2880.gbgm-umc.org/newfountain

HUNTMarch 11-12The Rock-Y Trail Run8am-8pm. YMCA Camp Flaming Arrow, 190 Flaming Arrow Rd. 8:30am kids fun run, 9:30am 5k run/walk. $40. 830-238-4280.ymcasatx.org/page.aspx?pid=932

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JOHNSON CITYMarch 5Johnson City Woman’s Civic Club 9th Annual Spaghetti Dinner and Bingo NightBenefi ts the Johnson City Library. Serving will start at 5:30pm with bingo at 6:45pm. First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall at 105 LBJ Drive. 830-868-7688. 830-868-9270.

March 26Texas Men’s State Chili Cook-off & Bar-B-Q ChampionshipBlanco County Fairgrounds in Johnson City. This Texas tradition is fun for the whole family on the banks of the Pedernales River. Cooking begins Friday evening. On Saturday vendors will off er treats and treasures from throughout the Hill Country, while the cooking continues. Live music on Saturday, 42 domino tournaments. Fun for the whole family. Come early to judge or just taste chili, barbecue, beans, and hot wings made by the best in Texas. Sponsored by CASI. Admission is free. 512-567-2835, [email protected].

March 27POD on the Pedernales Chili Cook-off Blanco County Fairgrounds. This Texas tradition is fun for the whole family. 830-868-7684.

April 7-9Spring EMS Garage SaleThursday, 5 pm-8 pm. Friday, 11 am-8 pm. Saturday, 8 am-3 pm. EMS Building, 105 Bill Watson Drive. Free admission. NorthBlancoCountyEMS.org

JUNCTIONMarch 14-17Texas Vietnam Veteran Memorial Highway Motorcycle RunJoin these Veterans as they ride US Hwy. 83, the 900-mile length of Texas from the Panhandle to the Lower Rio Grande Valley. Enjoy the Welcome Ceremony on the Courthouse Lawn and a complimentary dinner following. [email protected]. texaswelcomehomerun.com

April 2Quilt Show10am-12:30pm. Join the Kimble County Library Board for a quilt show and brunch. First Baptist Church, 202 S. 8th St.. $15. 325-446-2342.

KERRVILLEMarch 10Movie Themes of Shakespeare7pm-9pm. Floyd & Kathleen Cailloux Campus Activity Center Theatre, Schreiner University. Dr. Deb Burks will give the Margaret Syers Lecture. 830-792-7352.

March 31-April 2Theater at Schreiner7:30pm-9pm. Hanszen Fine Arts Theatre. “Antigone,” by Sophocles. 830-792-7401.

April 4Annual Sandbagger’s Open Golf TournamentNoon-6pm. The Club at Comanche Trace, 3074 Bandera Highway. 830-896-1155.kerrvilletx.com

KILLEENMarch 5Take 190 West Art Festival10am-5pm. Killeen Civic and Conference Center, 3601 South W.S. Young Dr. Killeen’s week long salute to the arts. 254-501-3888. take190west.com

KINGSLANDMarch 8Winter Texan DinnerSocial, 5pm. Serving, 6pm. Kingsland Community Center, 3451 Rose Hill Drive. If your last name begins with _, bring: A-F, desserts; G-M, vegetables; N-S, salads; T-Z breads. 325-423-0595.

April 2-3Arts and Crafts Spring ShowSat., 10am-5pm. Sun., 11am-4pm. Kingsland House of Arts & Crafts, 112 Chamberlain. Homemade sandwiches and desserts, sausage on stick, music both days, and lots of handcrafted items. Free parking, free admission. For booth information, Patti Williams, 325-388-6983.

KYLEMarch 8Mardi on the Square Bash10pm. Harper’s on the Square, 139 East Hopkins St. Celebrate Fat Tuesday with BobcatFans. 512-878-2448.facebook.com/BobcatFans

April 1-2Kyle Fajita Fiesta & BBQ Cook-off City Square Park. Categories include IBCA Sanctioned Brisket, Pork Spare Ribs, Chicken. Plus Beef Fajitas, Salsa & Guacamole. Register online, with any Kyle Lions Club Member, Kyle Parks & Rec Dept., or Blake at Trust Texas Bank. Held during Kyle Market Days. Blake Hartman, 512-753-9038,cityofkyle.com/fajitafi esta.php

LLANOMarch 11-12Hill Country Classic Car Show 325-247-5354. llanochamber.org

March 19Annual Llano Memorial HospitalMardi Gras Ball7:30pm-11pm. Oestreich’s Rose, 809 W. Young. Enjoy the excitement of Mardi Gras with costumes, beads, doubloons, masks, food and drink. Music by The Sax Man, Elliot Fikes, & Soul Serenade. $50 per person. 325-247-7824. llanomemorial.org

March 26@LAST Llano Art Studio Tour10am-5pm. Come visit art studios in Llano. 325-247-5354. llanochamber.org

March 26Bluebonnet Run Motorcar Excursion210-863-5397. railroadpartners.com

March 26City Sidewalk Sale325-247-5354. llanochamber.org


March 26Llano Fine Arts Guild Spring Show503 Bessemer. Free admission. 325-247-4849. llanotx.com/LlanoFineArtsGuild.html

LUCKENBACHMarch 5Texas Independence Celebration12pm-6pm. 412 Luckenbach Town Loop. Celebrating Texas Independence Day with the Texas Star Trail Ride and a dance with Dusty Britches in the world famous Texas town of Luckenbach. See website for event schedule. 830-997-3224. luckenbachtexas.com

MARBLE FALLSMarch 12Main Street Market Day9am-4pm. Over 100 vendors with a variety of items on Main Street. Free admission. Kerri Roberts, 830-693-2815, [email protected].

March 26Elder Care Fair9am-noon. 1701 Broadway St. More than 60 exhibit booths. Lots of prizes. Free admission and health screenings.HighlandLakesHealthPartnership.org

April 7Meet on Main5pm-8pm. Shop local. 830-385-9289. historicmainstreet.org

MASONMarch 17Texas Songwriters in the Round6pm-9pm. Sandstone Cellars. Started in Art

Texas 1999. Our poetry slam will continue along with great original Texas music right there in Mason. TSR and Enchanted Rock Band (enchantedrock.com). 512-217-4596. sandstonecellarswinery.com

March 19Annual Steady Steps Fundraiser18-hole A, B, C, D Scramble. 4-person teams. Sign up individually or as a team by noon. Tournament starts at 1:30pm. $50 entry fee per person. 325-347-5758. masontxcoc.com

March 26Texas Topaz DayTopaz celebration and live music. Sponsored by Gems of the Hill Country. 325-347-0475. gothc.net

April 9Lilly Gamel Benefi tMason City Park Dance Slab. Benefi ts Lilly Gamel, who was killed in an ATV accident.325-347-5758. masontxcoc.com

NEW BRAUNFELSMarch 2-30“Magic of Music” Art ShowThe March art show will have music as its theme. Come see how the New Braunfels Art League members interpret the theme in their art works. Open daily, 10am-5pm. 239 W. San Antonio St. 830-629-8022. newbraunfelsartleague.com

March 5NBU Kinderschuhe 5K Run/Walk8:30am. Landa Dance Slab. The kids’ 1/2K and 1K will immediately follow. All proceeds go to Communities in Schools to purchase shoes for

low-income school children of all ages.830-629-8486. nbu5K.com

March 5New Braunfels Farm to MarketOpen every Saturday, rain or shine, 9am to 1pm. 148 S. Castell Ave. 50 plus vendors featuring locally grown fresh produce, cheeses, meats, jams and jellies, fl owers, art and much, much more! 830-629-2223.nbfarmersmarket.com

March 6Party Hearty ZumbathonZumbathon Fundraiser for American Heart Association. 12:30 p.m. 600 Peace St.. Vendors, door prizes, great cardio workout.830-660-7840. nbcham.org

March 123K Doggie Dash9am-noon. Hosted by New Braunfels Puppy Playland, trying to create a dog park in our town. A fun 3K dog walk/run with band, agility set, booths, and activities until noon. Register online. 830-221-5046.newbraunfelsdogpark.com

March 19Historic Home Tour10am-4pm. Tour 6 historic homes including the Lindheimer Home. 830-832-9699.

March 26-27FolkfestSaturday, 11am-6pm. Sunday, noon-5pm. A family heritage festival featuring living history renactments, early craft demonstrations, children’s activities, free museum tours, ethnic food. Heritage Village, 1370 Church Hill Drive. 830-629-6504. nbheritagevillage.com

March 26Stones & Bones Cemetery Tour10am. Join a guided tour of the Comal Cemetery to learn more about the cultural and historical heritage of New Braunfels. $5. Register at Parks & Recreation, 830-221-4370. nbtexas.org/parks

April 2-29“Lasting Impressions” Art Show10am-5pm. Annual Canyon Lake Art Guild show held at the New Braunfels Art League Gallery, 239 W. San Antonio St. Various categories. 830-629-8022.

April 9-10Wine & Cheese Bonanza11:30am-1pm. Dry Comal Creek Vineyards, 1741 Herbelin Rd. We will sample fi ve spectacular cheeses paired with fi ve Texas Style Wines. Register online. 830-885-4076. drycomalcreek.com

April 9Thru the Chute Boat Build & River Expo9am-2pm. Participate in this fi rst ever event! Must pre-register. Boat building guidelines and race rules are provided when you call to register. Event will include children’s activities, music and information on Parks’ summer attractions and programs. 830-221-4370. nbtexas.org/parks

April 10Fitness, Holistic & Wellness ExpoConvention Center. 100+ exhibitors, free seminars, tons of door prizes, raffl es, Hill Country musicians, healthy foods, and much, much more. Exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities available until February 15.


Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase the best of the Hill Country!! 936-760-8642. MarcMagnusEvents.com

PIPE CREEKMarch 4-6St. Jude’s Trail RideWestern Heritage Cowboy Church, 7146 FM 1283, sponsored ride benefi ting St. Jude Children’s Hospital. 210-771-3697.

PORT ARTHURMarch 3-6Southeast Texas Mardi GrasParades, concerts, attractions, kids Mardi Gras, and much more! mardigras.portarthur.com

SABINALMarch 26-27Annual Sabinal Wild Hog Festival3pm-9pm. Sabinal City Park. Wild hog catching, chuck wagon demonstration, arts & crafts, games, rides, food, cook-off , dancing, live music. Ross Burris, 830-988-2709, [email protected]. wildhogfestival.com

SEGUINMarch 27Mid-Texas Symphony4pm. Mid-Texas Symphony. Jackson Auditorium, Texas Lutheran University. Mar. 27: “The Romeros” with Music Director David Mairs and The Romero Guitar Quartet. Mozart: Symphony No. 39 in E fl at major; Rodrigo: Concierto Andaluz. 830-372-8089. mtsymphony.org

STONEWALLMarch 26Annual LBJ100 Bicycle RideLBJ National Historical Park, Stonewall. On-site registration (cash or check only) and packet pick-up will be at the registration tent on the LBJ airstrip beginning at 7am. Ride begins at 9am. Luci Baines Johnson’s “Historical Tour of the Ranch” will begin at 1pm. Pre-registration and information online. lbj100bicycletour.org

April 2Pedal Power Wildfl ower Ride7:30am-4pm. LBJ State Park & Historic Site, 199 Park Road 52. This 12, 23, 36 or 60 mile bike ride benefi ts the Hill Country Children’s Advocacy Center. It’s a beautiful ride through the Texas Hill Country. Cost is $35 pre-registered or $40 the day of the ride.512-756-2607. hccac.org

April 10Stonewall Volunteer Fire DepartmentFish FryStonewall Chamber of Commerce Building. Serving will start at 11 am. Raffl e for 10 guns. 2000 chances will be sold with tickets available at Stonewall merchants. 830-644-2735.

TOMBALLMarch 26-27Tomball German Heritage FestivalFri. 6pm-10pm, Sat. 10am-10pm, Sun. 10am-6pm. Historic Train Depot. Fun for the whole family. You don’t have to be German to enjoy the festival. 5 stages of German music.281-379-6844. tomballgermanfest.org

UVALDEMarch 4-5Uvalde Piece Makers Quilt Show9am-6pm. Uvalde Adult Activity Center. Quilt drawing, vendor booths, lunch available both days. 830-278-4317. uvaldeaac.org

March 9-10“Jungle Book”7pm. Grand Opera House. Performed by Anthon Little Theater. $5. 830-278-4184.

VANDERPOOLMarch 29Spring Migratory Bird Tours8:30am-noon. Lost Maples State Natural Area, 37221 FM 187. Guided birding tour along trails in park. Tours leave promptly. Adults $4, kids $2, 12 and under free. 830-966-3413. tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/fi ndadest/parks/lost_maples

WIMBERLEYWednesdaysWimberley Farmer’s Market3pm-6pm. A year-round, producer-only farmers’ market located in the Lions Club Parking Lot #1 on FM 2325. Open every Wednesday, rain or shine.

SaturdaysEcological Tours at Jacob’s Well Natural AreaWimberley Valley Watershed Association off ers tours every Saturday at 10am (except holidays). 221 Woodacre Drive. Free. Donations welcome. 512-722-3390.

SaturdaysSaturday ToursOld Oaks Ranch, 601 Old Oaks Ranch Rd. Every Saturday at 11am and 1pm, the ranch will be off ering ranch tours to see the alpacas, sculptures, and fi bers. 512-847-8784. theoldoaksranch.com

February 18-March 13Wimberley Players Present “The Heiress”Wimberley Playhouse, 450 Old Kyle Road. Friday and Saturday evening performances begin at 8pm, Sunday matinees are performed at 2:30pm. Set in the drawing room of an affl uent residential square in New York City during the 1850’s, where an embroidery screen is displayed in prominent position, The Heiress is a Tony award winning drama by Ruth Ann and Augustus Goetz. Tickets $18. Buy tickets online or call 512-847-0575.wimberleyplayers.org

March 19-20Annual Spring Walk8am-noon. The Mayor’s Fitness Council of Wimberley and the New Braunfels Marsch-und Wandergruppe sponsor this annual non-competitive walk. All walkers must register. Start at Wimberley Community Center, 14068 RR12. $3. 512-847-0025.

March 26Disaster Preparedness Fair10am-2pm. A fun-fi lled day of adventure and education for the whole family. Enjoy free hot dogs, horse rides, face painting, snow cones, jumpy castle, dunking booth and more! 220 Twilight Trail, across from Miss Mae’s BBQ on FM 2325. 512-847-2526. wimberleyems.com


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By Heather WagnerBy Heather Wagner

Zocalo Cafe, the newest eatery in Blanco, has opened, bringing fresh, organic, and local food choices to its patrons.

Owner Rich Hopkins, a musician, was born in Tex-as, raised in Arizona, and has traveled extensively throughout Europe and South America. Drawing on his experiences and passions, Hopkins wanted to create a place that combined all of them, includ-ing food, coff ee, music, and art. With Zocalo Café, he found a combination that works.

“We are proud to have Chef Richard Brisco, who is from London, England. He has been a profes-sional chef for over 40 years, having most recently been the executive Chef at Blanco’s fi ne dining restaurant, Uptown Blanco. Our manager is Me-lynnda Button who was formerly the head waitress at Riley’s Steakhouse on the Blanco square,” said Hopkins.

Chef Brisco prepares a daily special everyday, in-cluding a soup of the day. Ingredients are bought locally and organically when available, with an emphasis on being health conscious.

Serving the best coff ee that can be bought wholesale, the Café also brags that it has the best water in town, thanks to an amazing water purifi -cation system.

The menu includes a European breakfast served from 8am to 10:30am, with choices such as season-al fruits, homemade granola, greek yogurt, eggs, whole wheat pancakes, and home fries. For lunch, Zocalo off ers paninis, sandwiches, salads, soups, and baked potatoes. Served from 10:30am – 3pm, lunch can be topped off with a mouth-watering desert, including homemade pie, cheesecake with raspberry sauce, or whole wheat carrot cake topped with cream cheese frosting.

In early May, Hopkins plans on being able to serve beer and wine and is also planning on hav-ing steak and fi sh dinners grilled outside on the new outdoor grill.

And, of course, to bring it all together, Hopkins plans to have live music weekly.

Zocalo Cafe is located at 520 Pecan St., Blanco. The phone number is 830-833-4300. Hours of op-eration are Wednesday -Saturday 8:00 AM till 3:00 PM and Sunday 10:30 AM till 3:00 PM

Zocalo Eclectic Café Off ers Good Food, Atmosphere

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C Blanco Uptown Blanco Restaurant, 317 Main St., 830-833-0738www.uptownblanco.comFor a restaurant with history, fi ne dining and a great atmosphere, look no further than Uptown Blanco Restaurant. Enjoy an exquisite meal as you take in the down town atmosphere. Now serv-ing steaks on Friday & Saturday nights. Open Wed. 11am – 3pm; Thur. thru Sat. 11am - 9pm and Sun. 9am – 9pm.

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D Blanco Zocalo Eclectic Cafe, 520 Pecan St. (Just off the Square), 830-833-4300www.zocaloblanco.com Cozy, cafe featuring daily soup and lunch specials, salads, and paninis on whole grain breads. Euro-pean and American breakfasts include whole grain pancakes with low glycemic agave nectar and homemade granola with greek yogurt and honey. Relax on the front or back porch with a great coff ee. Dessert lovers must try the homemade cheesecake with raspberry sauce or whole wheat carrot cake with cream cheese/honey frosting. Open Wed-Sat 8am-3pm and Sunday 10:30am-3pm Call for spring/summer dinner hours.

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Hill Country Ranch Pizzeria, 598 E US 290, Suite 250512-858-9697A unique Texas themed eatery serving pizza, sandwiches, salads, and pasta. Enjoy dine-in and take-out service, plus beer and wine will also be available. Hours: Mon - Thurs: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm, Fri - Sat: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm, Sun: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm.

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F Fredericksburg Catfi sh Haven, 816 West Main Street, 830-997-9009,catfi shhaventx.comThe Hill Country’s Choice for Steak & Seafood. Appetizers, salads, burgers, steak, seafood, shrimp. Come hungry because we’re going to fi ll you up!

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G Johnson City Ronnie’s BBQ, 211 Hwy 281/290 S, 830-868-7553Texas Style BBQ (slow cooked on the pit) - Great Brisket, Sausage, Pork Ribs, Chicken, Turkey Breast, and daily specials with all the trimmings. By the plate or by the pound. Dine in or take out. Come early for breakfast tacos. Catering available. Open Monday thru Saturday 5:30am till sold out! (usu-ally around 4pm).

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HMarble Falls Russo’s, 602 Steve Hawkins Parkway, 830-693-7091www.texitally.comWhere Italian style meets Texan taste. Open Tue - Sat: 11-10 & Sun: 12-8. Sunday Brunch 12-3

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I Spring Branch The Shade Tree Saloon, 13430 Hwy. 281 N., 830-885-5550,theshadetreesaloonandgrill.comAppetizers, burgers, sandwiches, lunch plates, stuff ed baked potatoes, and more.Mon.-Thurs. & Sun. 11am-10pm. Fri. & Sat. 11am - 12 pm. Lunch specials Mon. - Fri. 11am-2pm.

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By Madonna Kimbally Madonna Kimball

The fi rst Saturday of each month, from March through December, brings thousands of treasure seekers and shop-a-holics to the little village of Wimberley, Texas. Although Wim-berley is always a popular getaway with all the shopping, dining, and bed and breakfast choices, Wimberley Market Days, the oldest and largest outdoor market in the Hill Country, hosts more than 475 vendors and welcomes thousands of shoppers.

What started out in 1964 as a market on the Wimberley Square, with local vendors selling food, animals, furniture, and their artwork out of the back of their pickup trucks, outgrew that location. A much larger space was needed to accommodate vendors and shoppers. In 1972, the Wimberley Lions Club assumed the management and organization of the ever-growing market and purchased 19 acres of land on FM 2325, now known as Lions Market Day Field.

Over the years, the market has grown to more than 475 vendors from Houston, Corpus Christi, Dallas, San Antonio, and around the state, off ering everything you just can’t live without. With so many vendors, it’s diffi cult to see all there is to off er and many shoppers return month after month.

This isn’t your typical fl ea market. Here you’ll fi nd everything from arts & crafts, plants, jew-elry, fossils, quilts, clothing, antiques, collect-ibles, food, toys, to Zane Grey. You’ll fi nd things

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at Market Days that will jog childhood memo-ries, handmade items by artists and craftsmen, and you’ll fi nd new and unusual items as well as the old but not forgotten. Some vendors off er samples of their tamales, butters, salsas, jellies, dips and roasted nuts.

Wimberley Lions Market Days is unique, unlike most other markets, as the Lions donate 100% of their profi ts from the market to chari-ties, scholarships, and local organizations. As of November 2009, this all-volunteer organi-zation has awarded more than $3,000,000 to non-profi t groups.

The Lions sponsor the food booths and off er plenty of options, including bar-b-que plates (beef, pork, sausage, chicken) and sandwiches, sausage wraps, smoked turkey legs, nachos, breakfast tacos, chicken tender baskets, fries, corn dogs, hot dogs, hamburgers and more. Visitors can also purchase popcorn, ice cream, funnel cakes, coff ee, hot chocolate, soft drinks, shaved ice, and sweets. Cold beer on tap is available at the Hilltop Ice House.

Shoppers can enjoy a break at the spacious, covered pavilion beside the BBQ House; sit in the shade eat, drink, rest and listen to the mu-sic of area musicians. There are plenty of clean rest room facilities conveniently located by the pavilion and around the market.

It takes a volunteer staff of more than 200 workers each market day to operate the mar-ket, not to mention the many hours of meet-ings and preparation prior to each market. For everyone involved, it’s a wonderful example

of a community working together toward a common good.

In addition to the Lions, local organizations who receive scholarships and donations from the market, assist in cooking brisket; prepar-ing and serving bar-b-que dinners; managing, ordering, stocking and working in concession stands; manning parking lots and informa-tion booths; leasing and transferring booths; scheduling workers; scheduling merchandise pick-ups and performing many other respon-sibilities. The Ambassadors, who act as liaisons between the Lions and vendors, hand out vendor’s monthly newsletters, listen to any problems and refer them to Lions to resolve, distribute vendor badges and parking permits and in October, make sure each vendor has a contract to renew their booth for the following year.

There is no charge for admission to Market Days, but there is a charge for parking in the lots conveniently located across the road from Wimberley Market Days. Pets are not allowed at Wimberley Market Days, with the exception of service dogs.

If you think you’d like to become a Market Day vendor, but are not quite ready to com-mit to an annual lease, give it a try with a day booth. Day booths rent for $60 for the day. Online day booth registration begins at 1 p.m. Thursday the week of Market Days and contin-ues until Friday at 10 p.m.

Wimberley Market Days is located at Lions Field, 601 RR 2325 in Wimberley, Texas, in

the heart of the Texas Hill Country between Austin and San Antonio, north of San Mar-cos. Motor coach tours are welcome. E-mail [email protected] to make arrange-ment and receive materials for your group. Visit the website www.shopmarketdays.com for a list of all products sold or to view a printed directory. You can search online for vendors who sell the items you’re looking for and plan your trip, or come to the market and shop our 19 acres of tree-shaded paths. For more information about Market Days call the Wimberley Visitor Center, 512-847-2201

Wimberley Market Days Features • More than 475 booths • 7 Concession stands located throughout the market • Live Entertainment on two stages • Free directory with complete listing of vendors and their products (available on our website or at the Information Booth on days of operation) • Free maps of the 19 acre market • Covered pavilion with tables and seating • Hilltop Ice House, serving cold beer on tap • Clean rest room facilities with fl ushing toilets located throughout the fi eld

Where: Southwest of Austin and Northeast of San Antonio on FM 2325 in Wimberley, TX

When: First Saturday March through Decem-ber, gates open at 7am

Info: Wimberley Visitor Center, 512-847-2201

Photo by Madonna Kimball.


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