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Calendar of Holiday Events November 27 Community Christmas Tree, German Pyramid Lighting ceremony

27 Eisbahn Ice Skating Opens (thru Jan 3) 27-29 The Peddler Show 28 Fredericksburg Turkey Trot 28 Chuck Wagoner Dinner at Tx Rangers Heritage Center 28 LBJ State Park and Historic Site Holiday Cookie Decorating December 4 First Friday Art Walk 4 Marktplatz After Glow 4 Light the Night Christmas Parade 5 Kinderfest 5 Gillespie County Historical Society Holiday Home Tour 5 The Fredericksburg Chorale Concert 5 The 4 Proches Holiday Concert 7 National Museum of the Pacific War Pearl Harbor Commemoration Ceremony

7 Canto Choir Concert 7 Fredericksburg High School Band Concert 8 Heritage School Christmas Program 8 Fredericksburg Middle School Band Concert 10 St. Mary’s School Band Concert 11-20 Fredericksburg Theater ‘A Tuna Christmas’ 11-12 Bethany Lutheran Church ‘A Christmas Journey’ 12 St. Joseph Craft Show and Sale 12 Tannenbaum Ball 12 Dialogues and Dances 13 FHS Theater 1 class to perfrom ‘You Can’t Take It With You’ 14 FHS, FMS Choirs Concert 14 Bella Voce and Ars Nova Choirs in concert 15 Doss School Christmas Program and Dinner 16 Harper Elementary School Music Program 16 Stonewall Elementary School Christmas Program 17 Ambleside School Christmas Program 17 St. Mary’s School Christmas Program 18 Fredericksburg Community Orchestra Christmas Concert 20 LBJ Tree Lighting Program and Evening Tours 22-23 Fredericksburg Theater Company ‘Cowboy Christmas’ 26 Zweite Weihnachten 26 Candlelight Tour at Pioneer Museum 31 Texas Volkssport Association Memorial Walk and Midnight Walk

Christmas is a special time in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County and a large number of events, celebrations and programs are on the holiday schedule. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

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Also featured will be a “Gingerbread Village,â€? designed by local artist Margaret Hannum and a Christmas nativity. Al Holzscheiter’s Brass Ensemble will perform along with the City Tree Lighting Bethany Lutheran Church carolers. Friday, Nov. 27 Free hot chocolate and cookies will be served and Santa and Mrs. Lighting ceremonies of Claus will be available for pictures. the community Christmas Also during the evening, the top three winners of the 2015 Vintage tree and German Christmas German Ornament Decorating Contest will be recognized. Pyramid will begin at 6:45 p.m. Friday, Nov. 27, at Peddler Show Marktplatz. Friday-Sunday, Nov. 27-29 The program will include A weekend of shopping will be offered when The Peddler Show the introduction of Korean returns to the Gillespie County Fair Grounds, Friday through Sunday, War veterans who are the special guests at this year’s Nov. 27-29. Show hours are from noon to 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27; from 9 a.m. celebration. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 28, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Santa Claus will arrive Nov. 29. in time to help light up Admission is $7 for adults and free for children under 12. Paid Marktplatz. All children under 12 who admission is good all weekend. A special stroller-free sneak peek shopping time will be offered attend the ceremony will from 11 a.m. to noon on Friday, Nov. 27. Admission is $10. have the chance to enter Parking is free. the free drawing to help Three buildings will house the designers, artisans, creators and Mayor Linda Langerhans craftsmen who will be here from all over the country. and Santa Claus flip the The show features everything from jewelry to food, dĂŠcor, holiday switch to turn on the tree gifts and more. lights.

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HOLIDAY Gift Guide Eisbahn Ice Skating Friday, Nov. 27, to Sunday, Jan. 3 The Thanksgiving weekend also marks the opening of Eisbahn, Fredericksburg’s holiday ice skating rink. Eisbahn opens on Friday, Nov. 27, and continues through Sunday, Jan. 3. On the opening weekend, hours are from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 1-8 p.m. on Sunday. After opening weekend, hours for Eisbahn will be 4-8 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4-10 p.m. on Fridays, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturdays and 1-8 p.m. on Sundays. During Christmas break for local schools, Eisbahn will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and from 1-8 p.m. on Sundays. The rink is closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. On New Year’s Eve, it will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on New Year’s Day, it will be open from 2-10 p.m. The rink may be reserved for private parties any time it is not open to the public. A full-day, come-and-go pass is $10, which includes the rental of the skates. The rink is operated by Heritage School, who donates the proceeds from the rink to local charities. Information is available at www.skateinfred.com. Turkey Trot Saturday, Nov. 28 A chance to work off all that Thanksgiving food while helping support the Fredericksburg Swim Association will be offered on

Adults and children alike will again have the opportunity to experience ice skating when Eisbahn returns to Marktplatz. The community skating rink will open for the holiday season on Friday, Nov. 27, and remain open through Sunday, Jan. 3. — Standard- Radio Post file photo

Saturday, Nov. 28, at the Fifth Annual Turkey Trot. The event will feature a 5K and 10K run that starts at 8:30 a.m., followed by a one-mile fun run starting at 10 a.m. See NOV. 27-29 ▶ page 8

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HOLIDAY Gift Guide Runners of all ages will take off on Saturday morning, Nov. 28, in the Fifth Annual Turkey Trot to benefit the Fredericksburg Swim Association. The event, which starts at the Fredericksburg Elementary School, includes 5K and 10K events along with a one-mile fun run. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

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Races start at the Fredericksburg Elementary School, 1608 North Adams Street. Prizes will be given to the top male and female finishers and medals will be presented to the top three finishers in each age group. Early registration is $25 and includes a T-shirt and chip timing. To register in advance, visit www.active.com and search for “Fredericksburg Texas Turkey.” Race day registration is $30 and opens at 7 a.m. Cost for the one-mile fun run is $10 and includes a T-shirt and participation ribbon. Packet pickup will be from 1-5 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 27, at Jack and Adams Bicycle Shop, located at 206 South Lincoln Street. For more information, call 310-462-2186 or email fredericksburgswim@gmail.com. Holiday Cookie Decorating Saturday, Nov. 28 Families and friends are invited to step back in time at the Holiday Cookie Decorating and German Traditions program on Saturday, Nov. 28. Set for the Sauer-Beckmann

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Living History Farm inside the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site at Stonewall, the event will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Those visiting the park can take their turn at decorating cookies like it was done for a German Christmas tree in the early 1900s. Along with cookie decorating, visitors can participate in other German holiday traditions such as wreath making, candle making and more.

Taste-tempting foods, jewelry, home décor, clothing and more will again be featured at The Peddler Show, Friday through Sunday, Nov. 27-29, at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

Chuck Wagon Dinner Saturday, Nov. 28 The Texas Rangers Heritage Center will present a chuck wagon dinner and entertainment on Saturday, Nov. 28. Registration begins at 6 p.m. The cost is $25 for persons 12 and over, $10 for children seven to 12 years of age and free for children six and under. The Texas Rangers Heritage Center is located at 1618 East Main Street. For reservations and more information, call 1-888-7664055.

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Parades, concerts, art bring holiday cheer Holiday activities in Fredericksburg hit overdrive when the weekend of Dec. 4-6 arrives with plenty of activities. From the festive night parade, to concerts, to art events, locals and visitors can easily get into the spirit of the season. AfterGlow on Marktplatz Friday, Dec. 4 This family-friendly celebration, sponsored by the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce, will kick off at 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4 with holiday vendors on the downtown square. Amid the twinkling lights, the 30-foot community Christmas tree, and the 26-foot German Christmas Pyramid, more than 20 local nonprofit organizations will sell a variety of gifts, decorations, packaged foods and beverages. A variety of local restaurants and organizations will sell menu items, and a selection of award-winning local wines will be available by the glass. And from 8 to 10 p.m., there will be free photo opportunities with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and a children’s activity area. The parade and Afterglow event have been Christmas traditions for more than 20 years. Visit www.lightthenightchristmasparade.com for more information about the parade and the AfterGlow event. Light the Night Christmas Parade Friday, Dec. 4 Holiday cheer will parade down Main Street and beam through the night sky when the Light the Night Christmas Parade kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 4. The event will kick off with a laser light show in front of the courthouse (directly across from Marktplatz). That will be followed by the annual parade. The large procession features entries adorned with holiday lights. The parade will take place, no matter the weather, starting at the intersection of Crockett and Main Streets. The annual parade creates a festive atmosphere for holiday revelers, which is added to with all of Fredericksburg’s historic district buildings outlined in white lights. There also are 80 five-foot Christmas wreaths festooned with red bows adorning the city utility poles, and there is lighted garland strung across Main Street to add to a nostalgic, small-town touch. The entire parade route along Main between Washington and Edison Streets is available for free seating on a first-come, first-serve basis. Attendees should bring folding chairs and blankets. For those wanting VIP seating, the chamber is selling bleacher seats in the 100 block of West Main for $15 per seat. Tickets may be purchased at the Chamber of Commerce’s new offices at 306 E. Austin Street or online at www.lightthenightchristmasparade.com.

Santa and Mrs. Claus bring in the season at Light the Night Parade. Vendors will sell wares on Markplatz at the AfterGlow event and, below, a laser show will light up the night skies. — Standard-Radio Post file photos

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HOLIDAY Gift Guide First Friday Art Walk Friday, Dec. 4 Fredericksburg’s expansive and active artistic community is highlighted each month with the First Friday Art Walk. Locals and visitors alike are invited to join a walkable art trail which shows off the considerable talents at one of many host galleries. Around a dozen galleries showcase various artists and mediums through demonstrations, opening receptions and casual art talks. Art Walks begin at around 10 a.m. and continue to about 8 p.m. A specific listing of participating galleries for December’s Art Walk will be published in the Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post, as well as online at FFAWF.com. Many galleries will pay tribute to spotlighted artists with meet-andgreet receptions, which feature wine, hors d’oeuvres and live entertainment, while others will offer art enthusiasts up-close and personal demonstrations. Kinderfest Saturday, Dec. 5 The annual Kinderfest celebration will continue a local holiday tradition on Saturday, Dec. 5, put on by the Gillespie County Historical Society. This special event is designed to bring the wonder and delight of Christmas to the faces of young ones. The event will be held at the Pioneer Museum, 325 W. Main Street, beginning at 9:30 a.m. with the hanging of stockings on the hearth of the historic Kammlah House. From there, visitors will be escorted to the nearby Historical Society Hall, where a program with singing, refreshments, stories and crafts begins at 10 a.m.

Santa gets gift ideas from a youngster at Kinderfest at the Pioneer Museum. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

And jolly ol’ St. Nick himself will be in attendance to hear the Christmas wishes of children. Once the party is over, children may return to the Kammlah House to see what Santa has left for them in their stocking. Admission is free for children ages 10 and under accompanied by one paid adult. See DEC. 4-6 ▶ page 12

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Holiday Home Tour Saturday, Dec. 5 Owners of the historic private homes on the 58th annual Holiday Home Tour will offer a rare glimpse into these meticulously restored and lavishly decorated abodes. Sponsored by the Gillespie County Historical Society, the tour will be held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5. The self-guided tour will feature seven historic homes decorated for the season. Six homes are within the city limits and one farm house is located five miles outside of town. Live music at the homes will include a string trio, three different pianists, a flutist, keyboard player and a singing group. There also will be a Christmas store filled with handmade items at the Hurst/Meek home on Pecan Street. Tickets are $25 and the price includes a printed guide. They are available at Pioneer Museum or online at pioneermuseum.net. (After Nov. 28, prices are $30.) Frost Bank is the premiere sponsor this year. Chorale Concert The Fredericksburg Chorale will hold its holiday concerts at 3 and 7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 5 at St. Joseph’s Halle, 212 W. San Antonio Street. The title of the concert is “O Magnum Mysterium (O Great Mystery).� It will feature two works bearing that title, one by talented local director Mark Hierholzer and the other by 16th Century composer Tomas Vittoria. The concert also will include familiar old world carols and the magnificent “Gloria� from Bach’s B minor Mass. Refreshments will be served and admission is by donation. For more information, visit the Fredericksburg Chorale’s Facebook page.

The annual Holiday Home Tour draws hundreds to see Fredericksburg’s historic homes. At left, the Fredericksburg Chorale brings youthful energy to its holiday shows. Below, the 4 Proches will host their second annual Christmas show. — Standard- Radio Post file photos

4 Proches concert After a sold-out yuletide concert last year, sibling quartet The 4 Proches will bring back a mix of songs from their new album as well as traditional holiday songs. Audiences love this group’s blend of folk, bluegrass and country styles. The sibling band issues its new release, “Run to You,â€? after a summer tour throughout the western U.S. The “Run to Youâ€? concert will be held at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 at the Steve W. Shepherd Theater, 1668 US Highway 87 South. Admission is $20 for adults, $12 for children 17 and under. Tickets may be purchased online at www.fredericksburgtheater.org or by calling the box office at (830) 997-3588. See DEC. 4-6 â–ś page 14

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Pearl Harbor Commemoration Monday, Dec. 7 The National Museum of the Pacific War will pay homage to those who served during the Dec. 7, 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor at a 12:25 p.m. ceremony, which marks the exact time the attack began. The event, free to the public, will feature patriotic music, the presentation of colors, a rifle salute and a guest keynote speaker. Check the newspaper for further details. Canto Concert Monday, Dec. 7 The Canto Chamber Choir’s annual gift to the community, titled “Christmas Events,” will take place at 7:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 7 at Hill Country Evangelical Free Church, 107 E. Lower Crabapple Drive. The concert is comprised of a mixture of scripture readings and Christmas songs, both traditional and contemporary. The choir is directed by Jerry Neuenschwander of Bandera and accompanying pianist is Charlene James. Ticket prices for the event at $25 and proceeds benefit the Good Samaritan Center. This is the choir’s 11th year for the Christmas Concert, with the center as beneficiary. Tickets are available at the church and at the Good Samaritan Center, 140 Industrial Loop, Ste. 100. Phone number is (830) 990-8651. (Check the Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post for other ticket locations as the date nears.)

Local citizens will give a salute to those who perished and those who survived at a Pearl Harbor Commemoration ceremony. — Standard-Radio Post file photos

The Canto Choir will perform its annual benefit concert for the Good Samaritan Center.

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The Fredericksburg High School Choir will go Christmas caroling on the San Antonio Riverwalk at 6 p.m., both the Bella Voce and the Ars Nova Choirs will participate.

The FHS Band Christmas Concert will begin at 7 p.m. at the FHS Auditorium.

Heritage School will have its All School Christmas Program starting at 6:30 p.m., at the new Multi-Purpose Activity Center on campus. Heritage School is at 310 Smokehouse Road.

Fredericksburg Middle School Band’s Christmas Concert will be at 7 p.m. at the FHS Auditorium.

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The FHS Bella Voce Choir will perform at the Lions Club meeting at Andy’s Diner at 6 p.m.

The Harper High School Band will go caroling in Harper in the evening.

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St. Mary’s School Band Concert will be at 6:30 p.m. in the St. Mary’s Holy Family Center.

FHS’ Theater 1 class will perform the comedy “You Can’t Take it With You,” at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., at the FHS Auditorium.

The Fredericksburg High School and Middle School Choirs will have their Christmas Concert at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church.

The Belle Voce and Ars Nova Choirs will have their Christmas Concert at 7 p.m. Concert site to be determined.

Fredericksburg Middle School band will perform its Christmas Concert at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 8, in the Fredericksburg High School Auditorium. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

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Doss Consolidated Common School District will present its Christmas Program and Dinner at 6:30 p.m. at the Doss Community Center.

Harper Elementary School Music Program starts at 7 p.m. in the new gym. Featured will be students in grades K-4. A pre-concert meal at the Harper Cafeteria, sponsored by Harper Band Boosters, will be from 5-6:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 each, four for $25, and $10 at the door. Stonewall Elementary School Christmas “Holiday Windows” Program begins at 6 p.m. in the gym. Students from kindergarten through fifth grade will perform a musical program.

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Ambleside School presents its 16th Annual Christmas Program at 7 p.m. in the Chapel of the Greater Life Christian Center. The program features Christmas music, scripture readings and poetry.

St. Mary’s School Christmas Program at 6 p.m. in the St. Mary’s Holy Family Center featuring the 3K, 4K and Kindergarten students.

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Hill Country will be at the show with their unique handmade items. Expected to be available for browsing and purchase again this year are: mosaic stained glass, spoon handle bracelets, necklaces, Santa pendants, vintage broken china pendants, hand-painted signs, gourd birdhouses, hand-crafted dolls and hand-knitted sweaters, painted and decoupaged furniture, silver-plated wind chimes, crocheted hats, carved granite pieces, outdoor furniture and lots of “shabby chicâ€? home dĂŠcor items. In addition, a selection of baked goods and treats will be available at the show. St. Joseph’s Halle is located at 212 West San Antonio Street. Tannenbaum Ball Dec. 12 The Eighth Annual Tannenbaum Ball will be held Saturday, Dec. 12, in the St. Mary’s Holy Family Center, beginning at 7 p.m. Offerings include a seated, catered dinner by August E’s, an open bar, music by the Flying GT’s and live and silent auction items and packages. To sponsor a table at the event ($1,750 to $10,000) or individual tickets ($150), call Jeryl Hoover, executive director at the Pioneer Museum, at 830- 990-8441. The top tier of table purchases includes a pre-event cocktail party with select champagne, wine, and hors d’oeuvres. The Tannenbaum Ball is part of Holiday Happenings, the larg-

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Proceeds from the events are earmarked for the renovation of the social hall, including a new catering kitchen and restrooms. The St. Mary’s Holy Family Center is located at 306 West San Antonio Street. Dialogues and Dances Dec. 12 Fredericksburg Chorale’s monthly Dialogues and Dances concert will be held on Saturday, Dec. 12, at 7 p.m. at the Hill Country University Center. Dialogues and Dances is an informal concert of newly created music as well as the music of past masters, held every second Saturday of the month. Admission to Dialogues and Dances is by donation. The improvisational concerts involve instrumental music, vocal music and poetry readings. The artists are directed by Mark Hierholzer, director and accompanist for the Fredericksburg Chorale. The December concert will feature Hierholzer playing one of his own works, “Toccata #8,” as well as improvising on the piano and accordion. Madeline Jumes will perform compositions and improvisations, and James Kraus will perform original compositions on the piano. Vocalist Andrea Grubb will sing classical works as well as new compositions. Others will perform, as well. Madeline Jumes, with the help of her brother, Collin Jumes, will create posters for each month’s concerts. The concerts are sponsored regularly by the Fredericksburg Chorale, with the help of funds from the PCAA.

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 Der Küchen Laden  Porky’s Yeti stainless steel, 10 ounce, rambler lowball tumbler, Oggi, 20 ounce Gift certificates in all price ranges. copper Moscow mule mug or a Wüsthof, 8-inch, pro series German chef knife make nice gifts for under $25.  Texas Jack Wild West Outfitter The Missouri Bowie knife is constructed of a high quality stainless steel  Fredericksburg Fudge 7-inch blade with a white bone handle. It also comes with a leather Handmade chocolates—yep, we make all of our candies from begin- sheath. Great for the hunter and Civil War re-enactor alike. ning to end!  Texas Wine Cellars  Gold Orchards, Inc. Mix and match German and Texas six packs of beer, wine signs—decoHomemade baking at its finest, we have pies, cobblers, breads, cookies rative holiday spiced wine for under $25. and more! Come visit, call or email to place your order.  Heirlooms For those who love to create fun memories, take the perfect selfie with the “Plug-N-Play” selfie stick, one of our hottest selling items. No batteries. No Bluetooth. Just plug in your phone and press the shutter button to snap that perfect selfie. Extends from 12” to 44” and fits most phones with it’s adjustable holder. Choose from 3 fun colors and take advantage of our great price of $14.95, while supplies last.  Inside Story We have gift certificates for the home repair weekend warrior.  Judy’s Liquor Jim Beam 750 ml, Wild Turkey 101, 750 ml and Forty Creek Whiskey 750 ml are under $25.  Kuckucksnest German-made jewelery, Christmas ornaments and children’s toys and socks make good holiday gifts for under $25.  Kustom Klean Car Wash A car wash gift card for any amount makes a practical gift for family or friends. The card can be applied to any of our package options. It never expires and can be used on any vehicle.  Luckenbach, Texas A Luckenbach, Texas Apron is $22.95.  Madlyn’s Carries a full-line of Poo-pourri “Spritz the Bowl Before You Go” products, as well as, cosmetic bags, German-made cashmere scarves and Votivo candles that make perfect gifts. Show off the fact that you’re somebody with a Luckenbach,  Mercantile, The Texas Apron and remember “Everybody’s somebody at We carry items every little girl will love like American Girl doll clothes, Luckenbach.”— Available at Luckenbach General Store for Christmas clothes, party dresses, small accessories and shoes. $22.95

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It’s almost Christmas; special events on stage Christmas is just a few days away, and what better way to sit back and enjoy the season than with several concerts and a holiday tradition. The Dec. 18-20 weekend schedule includes “A Tuna Christmas,” concert by the Fredericksburg Community Orchestra, “Cowboy Christmas” and the tree lighting ceremony at the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site at Stonewall. ‘A Tuna Christmas’ Fredericksburg Theater Company will continue its second weekend of the comedy “A Tuna Christmas.” The sequel to “Greater Tuna,” This G-rated comedy is about the trials and tribulations the residents of the third smallest town face during the holiday season. Performances will be 7:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Dec. 18-19, then 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 20. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for children 17 and under. Christmas Concert Fredericksburg Community Orchestra is a talented group of local musicians who bring classical and contemporary favorites to audiences for various occasions. This year’s Community Orchestra Christmas Concert will be at 7 p.m., Friday, Dec. 18 at Hill Country Evangelical Free Church, 107 East Lower Crabapple Road. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.fredericksburgorchestra. com.

This young violinist performs in a student ensemble as part of Fredericksburg Community Orchestra’s seasonal show. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

‘Cowboy Christmas’ Fredericksburg Theater Company will present The English Brothers’ “Cowboy Christmas,” 7:30 p.m., Tuesday and Wednesday, Dec. 22-23. They will sing classic western turns such as “Cool Water” and “Ghost Riders in the Sky.” Their sounds are reminiscent of the Sons of the Pioneers, Roy Rogers, and Gene Autry. Rated G, tickets are $29 for adults and $12 for children 17 and under.

A live nativity scenes will be part of the activities at the 46th Annual LBJ Tree Lighting Ceremony and Evening Tours on Sunday, Dec. 20, in Stonewall. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

Tree Lighting A yuletide event including the nation’s 36th president will continue Sunday, Dec. 20 with the 46th Annual LBJ Tree Lighting Ceremony and Evening Tours. After 3 p.m., some of the park areas will be temporarily closed to the public (such as Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm, Park Nature Trail, and Exhibit Hall) to allow time to transition to the evening program and will open backup after the main tree lighting program activities kick off. Come join the Texas Hill Country community in this special See DEC. 18-20 ▶ page 25

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Calendar of Events: Bake Sale Benefit will be Dec 19, 2015 at JEK’s Pit Stop and Chase Bank Nebgen School will be open January 23, 2016 Cave Creek School will be open February 27, 2016 Friends Annual Open Schools features 6 schools, April 2, 2016 Cherry Mountain, Cherry Spring, Crabapple, Junction, Pecan Creek, Wrede

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Holiday celebrations continue to new year Even though the presents may all be unwrapped and the food reduced to bowls of leftovers, the holiday tradition continues in Fredericksburg after Christmas Day. One such celebration is Zweite Weihnachten (Second Christmas), which will be held on Saturday, Dec. 26. Other events taking place through the end of the year include a candlelight tour, after-Christmas shopping, a memorial walk, New Year’s walk and New Year’s Eve celebrations. After-Christmas shopping Whether shoppers are looking for bargains or wanting to return or exchange gifts, Fredericksburg and Gillespie County retailers will be ready for the after-Christmas shopping that starts on Saturday, Dec. 26. Zweite Weihnachten Saturday, Dec. 26 A German tradition — Zweite Weihnachten — will continue in Fredericksburg on Saturday, Dec. 26.

The Fassel-Roeder House will be among the buildings open for Pioneer Museum’s Candlelight Tour from 5-7 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 26. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

tinue in Fredericksburg from 2-5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 26, in the Gillespie County Historical Society Social Hall. The Fredericksburg German Club will host the “Second Christmas” event, and admission is free. The event includes food, drink, music and fellowship. Among the goodies will be the traditional baked Stollen and warm Glühwein. There will also be the singing of carols, both in German and in English. See DEC. 26-JAN. 1 ▶ page 28

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Headquarters for the walk is St. Joseph’s Halle at 212 West San Antonio Street. All walkers must be finished and off the route by 5 p.m. They can walk either a 5K (3.1 miles) or 10K (6.2 miles). This is a non-competitive event and is sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association. People can walk for credit or for recreation. Registration is $3 per walker.

Candlelight Tour Saturday, Dec. 26. Pioneer Museum will host a Candlelight Tour from 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 26. For the event, all of the historic structures on the Pioneer Museum grounds will be decorated inside and out in the traditions of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Interpreters will be on site to explain customs and features of the buildings and artifacts. There will be German Christmas caroling. Refreshments will be served, including cookies, Stollen, punch, coffee and wine. Admission is $10 for adults and $3 for children. Memorial Walk Thursday, Dec. 31 Texas Volkssport Association will sponsor a Memorial Walk from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 31.

A variety of holiday treats will be offered at Zweite Weihnachten on Saturday, Dec. 26, at the Gillespie County Historical Society Social Hall. Hosted by the Fredericksburg German Club, the event takes place from 2-5 p.m. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

Midnight Volkssport Walk Friday, Jan. 1 Later in the day, as Texas is on the verge of ringing in 2016, the Midnight Volkssport Walk will take place. Prior to the walk, a social of wine, cheese and sweets will start at 11 p.m. Cost is by donation. The guided 10K walk itself gets underway between midnight and 12:30 a.m. There will also be a 5K route. No one will be allowed to leave after 12:30 a.m. and all participants must be back no later than 3:30 a.m.

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The route is suitable for strollers, but because of night visibility concerns, it is unsuitable for wheelchairs. All participants should carry flashlights. For more information about the walks or the Texas Volkssport Association, visit www.ava.org.

A Memorial Walk is planned for Thursday, Dec. 31, by the Texas Volkssport Association followed by a Midnight Volkssport Walk. Both walks will leave from St. Joseph’s Halle. — StandardRadio Post file photo

Live entertainment There will be many live performances in Fredericksburg in the days leading up to New Year’s Eve, and then again on New Year’s Day. Check listings in the “It’s On� section of the Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post for more events and musical performances.

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