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Article index ATTRACTIONS Country Schools Trail ............................... 133 Enchanted Rock ........................................ 105 Fort Martin Scott ...................................... 111 Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park ............. 103 Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Golf Course ... 102 Lady Bird Johnson Park Nature Trail .......... 127 LBJ National Historical Park ...................... 120 LBJ State Park and Historic Site ................ 122 Luckenbach ............................................. 136 National Museum of the Pacific War ............ 93 Pioneer Museum ........................................ 42 Texas Rangers Heritage Center.................. 113 Wineries ..................................................... 10 Year-Round Walks ..................................... 118 COMMUNITY SERVICES Boys and Girls Club ................................... 125 Community Education ................................. 64 Gillespie County Airport ............................ 134 Gillespie County Economic Development ... 124 Golden Hub Senior Center .......................... 92 Hill Country Memorial ............................... 141 Hill Country University Center ................... 135

Pioneer Memorial Library ............................ 81 Visitor Information Center ........................... 86 EVENTS Band Turkey Dinner .................................... 58 Bestfest ...................................................... 20 Bethany Christmas Journey ......................... 48 Big Band Bash ............................................ 29 Eisbahn ...................................................... 32 Fall Antiques Show...................................... 36 Farmers Market........................................... 21 Food & Wine Fest ....................................... 28 Fredericksburg Trade Days ........................ 115 Gem & Mineral Show .................................. 54 Gillespie County Fair Association .................. 67 Home Tour ................................................. 37 Hunting/Wildlife ........................................ 126 Indian Artifact Show ................................... 16 Kinderfest ................................................... 46 LBJ Tree Lighting Program & Tours .............. 49 Livestock Shows ......................................... 39 Lone Star Gourd Festival ............................. 19 Memorial & New Year’s Walks...................... 53 Mesquite Art Festival ................................... 22

Oktoberfest ..................................................5 Peddler Show ............................................. 31 St. Joseph’s Craft Sales ............................... 24 St. Nikolausmarkt........................................ 45 Tannenbaum Ball ........................................ 37 Texas Wine Month ...................................... 14 Zweite Weihnachten.................................... 52 LOCAL HISTORY German Choirs .......................................... 88 German Language ...................................... 24 History of Fredericksburg .......................... 76 Marktplatz ................................................ 131 Pioneer Artists .......................................... 82 Street Signs .............................................. 79 Vereins Kirche ......................................... 129 THE ARTS First Friday Art Walks .................................. 61 Fredericksburg Chorale................................ 57 Fredericksburg Music Club Concerts ............ 46 Fredericksburg Theater Company ............. 139 Live Entertainment .................................... 110 Rockbox Theater......................................... 90

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Altdorf ...........................................................4 Andy’s Steak & Seafood Grille ........................ 26 Anywhere Gourmet & Spa.............................. 57 Bejas Grill & Cantina .......................................8 Buc’s Bar and Grill ...................................... 124 Cabernet Grill ............................................... 17 Catfish Haven ............................................. 139 Cranky Frank’s Barbeque ............................. 128 Dairy Queen ................................................. 90 Dauna’s ..................................................... 109 David’s Old Fashioned Pit BBQ ........................ 83 Der Lindenbaum ........................................... 15 Doss Country Store ....................................... 65 Dutchman’s Market ..................................... 104 El Gallo ........................................................ 76 Fredericksburg Bakery ................................. 129 Fredericksburg Pie Co .................................... 77 Hilda’s Tortillas.............................................. 66 Hondo’s ....................................................... 31 Java Ranch - Fredericksburg .......................... 80 K-Bob’s Steakhouse ...................................... 86 Lincoln St. ................................................... 51 My Own Chef Catering................................... 40 Old German Bakery & Restaurant ................. 107 Opa’s Smoked Meats ..................................... 87 Pasta Bella .....................................................9 Peach Tree Restaurant & Gifts ..........................3 Porky’s....................................................... 136 Race Barn .................................................. 142 Rathskeller Restaurant ................................. 51 Sonic ......................................................... 110 Sunset Grill .................................................. 16 West End Pizza ............................................. 48 Winslow’s Restaurant..................................... 93 Need A Place To Stay? 1st Class B&B Reservation Service ................... 18 202 and Cottage ......................................... 117 Barons CreekSide ......................................... 11 Barrister’s Guest Quarters.............................. 23 Best Western - Fredericksburg...................... 130 Country Inn Cottages .................................. 135 Country Inn Motel ....................................... 135 Dietzel Motel .............................................. 120 Econo Lodge................................................. 23 Frederick Motel ............................................. 99 Fredericksburg Guest House Reservations........ 45 Fredericksburg Hill Country Hotel & Resort .... 117 Fredericksburg Inn & Suites ........................... 82 Fredericksburg RV Park ................................. 60 Hill Country RV Park ...................................... 56 Hoffman Haus ............................................ 121 Inn on Baron’s Creek..................................... 40 King Wood Suites.......................................... 19 La Quinta Inn & Suites .................................. 50 Magnolia House ............................................ 16 RBC Investments .......................................... 59 Roadrunner Inn ............................................ 92 Schandua Suite ............................................ 32 Stonewall Valley Ranch ................................ 132 Sunset Inn & Suites .................................... 103 Ready To Go Shopping? Ambriz Jewelry ........................................... 111 Amish Market ............................................. 105 Artisans at Rocky Hill..................................... 77 Attic, The ..................................................... 97 Auer Haus .................................................... 35 Barefoot Fredericksburg................................. 46 Carol Hicks Bolton Antiqüités.......................... 66 Carolyn’s Country Store ................................. 92 Champé Jennings.......................................... 10 Chocolat ...................................................... 97 Choo Choo Trolley ...........................................7 Creations in Jewelry ...................................... 60 Der Alte Fritz .............................................. 142 Der Kleider Schrank .................................... 131 Der Küchen Laden ........................................ 48 Dodds Family Tree Nursery/Florist................. 134 Dogologie..................................................... 63 Dooley’s Store .............................................. 64 Doss Country Store ....................................... 65 D’vinely Designed ......................................... 68 East Hills...................................................... 62 eWay Furniture ........................................... 133

Fischer & Wieser das Peach Haus.................... 27 Fitz and Hollerin............................................ 25 Flower Pail, The .......................................... 118 Fredericksburg Fudge Co. ................................4 Fredericksburg General Store ......................... 25 Fredericksburg Jewelers............................... 101 Fredericksburg Marketplace............................ 84 Fredericksburg Trade Days ............................. 78 Friendly Natives ............................................ 56 Galeria 19 Fine Art ........................................ 20 Haberdashery ............................................... 32 Havana Reef Trading Co................................. 49 Heirlooms .................................................... 54 Henfeathers ................................................. 91 Hill Country Memorial Thrift Shop ................... 50 Hill Country Propane ................................... 121 Hill Country SPCA Resale Store....................... 55 Home At Last .................................................3 Hudson & Taylor ......................................... 108 Insight Gallery .............................................. 69 Jabber Junk.................................................. 84 Jabberwocky ................................................ 99 Jacqué Rudman Collection ............................. 88 James Avery Jewelry ..................................... 33 Jeep Collins Jewelry .................................... 116 Kramer’s Wood & Metal Works........................ 89 Kuckuck’s Nest ............................................. 89 Larry Jackson’s Antiques & Estate Svcs ........... 53 Leathers With Style ....................................... 81 Linens-N-More ........................................ 70, 75 L.M. Easterling Custom Boots ......................... 88 Lone Star Antique Mall .................................. 18 Lone Star Candy Bar ..................................... 24 Madlyn’s ...................................................... 34 Main Street of Fredericksburg (West) .............. 41 Marilyn’s of Fredericksburg ............................ 49 More Than Antiques ...................................... 57 MotoTexas Powersports................................ 117 Olive Oil Shops ............................................. 45 Palo Alto Collectibles ..................................... 58 Parts Unknown ............................................. 43 Peach Basket, The......................................... 55 Peach Tree Restaurant & Gifts ..........................3 red .............................................................. 95 Red Baron Antique Mall ................................. 94 Remember Me, Too ....................................... 67 River Rustic Gallery ....................................... 87 Root ............................................................ 92 St. Nick’s Christmas Tree Farm ....................... 21 Seasons, The.............................................. 140 Showcase Antiques ..................................... 144 Something For Men ....................................... 79 Sprout ....................................................... 139 Stained Glass by Merryl Redding .................... 63 Tejas Smoke Depot ..................................... 102 Texas Jack Wild West Outfitter..........................5 Texas Pawn ................................................ 111 Things in a Room ........................................ 123 T-Shirts Et Cetera ......................................... 89 Valeska’s ...................................................... 12 Waldo’s ........................................................ 64 Watson Farms............................................... 14 Whistle Pik Galleries .................................... 118 Wildflower Ridge Alpaca Ranch ..................... 100 Wildseed Farms ............................................ 28 Yee Haw Ranch Outfitters ................................9 Zertz ........................................................... 19 What Can We Do For Fun? Becker Lavender Festival ............................... 9 Becker Vineyards ...................................... 112 Bestfest ..................................................... 58 Circle K Trailrides ...................................... 115 Country Flyfishing ....................................... 58 Die Künstler von Fredericksburg ................. 104 Eisbahn ...................................................... 34 First Friday Art Walk .................................. 113 Fort Martin Scott ......................................... 76 Fredericksburg Convention, Visitor Bureau ... 119 Fredericksburg Herb Farm .............................. 6 Fredericksburg Music Club ......................... 110 Fredericksburg Theater Co ........................... 22 Gillespie County Fair & Festivals Assn .......... 143 Gillespie County Historical Society .............. 124 Golden Hub Community Center .................. 114 HighPoint Ranch ....................................... 137

Hill Country Antique Tractor Club ................ 106 Hill Country Film Festival ............................. 80 LBJ National Historical Park ........................ 112 Luckenbach, Texas .................................... 140 National Museum of Pacific War .................... 14 Pat’s Hall .................................................. 115 Pioneer Museum ....................................... 125 Renewable Energy Roundup ......................... 94 St. Joseph’s Halle Craft Show ....................... 58 Texas Fest .................................................. 36 Torre di Pietra ............................................. 76 VFW Post #7105 ....................................... 109 Builders/Design/Construction Bill Dunn Construction ................................. 30 Chris Kaiser Builder ................................... 121 Curl’s Construction .................................... 119 Curtis Staudt Construction ......................... 126 Decorators Unlimited ................................... 36 Durst Homes .............................................. 96 H. Moellering Construction ........................... 78 Inside Story ............................................... 31 Kneese Companies ...................................... 89 Latigo Builders .............................................. 3 Laughlin Homes & Restoration ...................... 21 Mark W. Land Construction .......................... 94 Pat Smith & Co ........................................... 42 Pro-Build .................................................. 130 Stone Ridge ............................................... 88 Timber & Stone Builders .............................. 37 Tony Martin, Inc. ......................................... 85 Churches Bethany Lutheran Church .............................. 20 Church of Christ.......................................... 112 Faith Baptist Church ...................................... 84 First Baptist Church..................................... 134 Holy Ghost Lutheran Church .......................... 98 Memorial Presbyterian Church ...................... 108 New Life Worship Center.............................. 132 Oak Hills Church ........................................... 61 Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church ............ 55 Zion Lutheran Church .................................. 127 Health/Medical Cornerstone Clinic ....................................... 66 Fredericksburg Clinic ................................. 126 Fredericksburg Dentistry .............................. 14 Heritage Place ............................................ 90 Hill Country Memorial Hospital ...................... 44 Standards Home Health ............................... 42 TriStar Care Center ..................................... 93 Walker, Michael M.D. ................................. 141 Real Estate/Realtors Coldwell Banker-Heart of the Hills Realtors .. 127 Keller Williams Realty .................................. 83 Sage ......................................................... 96 Texas Hill Country Ranch ........................... 136 Texas Legacy Ranches/James Wallace ......... 122 Schools Heritage School ........................................ 114 St. Mary’s Catholic School .......................... 106 Spas/Massage Above and Beyond Day Spa ......................... Anywhere Gourmet & Spa ........................... European Day Spa ...................................... Spa at Inn on Barons Creek, The ..................

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Wineries/Orchards Becker Vineyards ...................................... 122 Burg’s Corner ............................................. 52 Chisholm Trail Winery ................................ 109 D’Vine Wine ............................................. 100 Fiesta Winery ........................................... 117 Fredericksburg Winery ................................. 13 Gold Orchards ............................................ 96 Grape Creek Winery .................................... 29 Messina Hof Hill Country Winery ................... 47 Texas Wine Cellars, Etc ................................ 64 Texas Wine Tours ........................................ 37 Torre di Pietra ............................................. 76

Calendar of events SEPTEMBER 29-Nov. 2 ........................................................................ Archery season opens OCTOBER 5 ...................................................................................... First Friday Art Walk 5-7 ............................................................................................... Oktoberfest 6 ................................................................................... St. Joseph’s Craft Sale 6 ...........................................................................Oktober Fiesta at Luckenbach 6 ......................................................................................... Rural schools tour 6-7 ........................................... Pacific Combat Zone Living History Reenactment 8 ....................................... Author’s forum at National Museum of the Pacific War 12-14 .............................................................................. Mesquite Art Festival 12-28 .................. Fredericksburg Theater Company production — Wait Until Dark 13 ................................................................ Log Cabin Day at Pioneer Museum 19-21 ......................................................................... Lone Star Gourd Festival 20 ..................................................................................................... Bestfest 20 .................................................................................... Indian Artifact Show 21 ................................................................ Fredericksburg Music Club Concert 27 ..................................................................................... Food and Wine Fest NOVEMBER 2 ...................................................................................... First Friday Art Walk 3-Jan.6 ............................................................................ Hunting season open 4 .............................................................. Harvestfest — German choirs concert 10 .......................................................................... 15th Annual Big Band Bash 10 .......................................................... Pumpkin Chunkin’ at Becker Vineyards 10-11 ................................................................................. Fall Antiques Show 10-11 ........................................ Pacific Combat Zone Living History Reenactment 11 ............................................................................. Veterans Day observance 18 ................................................................ Fredericksburg Music Club Concert 23-25 ........................................................................................ Peddler Show 23-Jan. 5 ........................................................................................... Eisbahn 24 .............................................................. Cookie Decorating at LBJ State Park 24 .................................................. Robison Family Thanksgiving at Luckenbach 30 .................................................... Fredericksburg Chorale Christmas program All Month ................................................ Country Schools open by appointment DECEMBER 1 ........................................................................................ Holiday Home Tour 1 ....................................................... Fredericksburg Chorale Christmas concert 1-2 ...................................... Port and Stilton Cheese Tasting at Becker Vineyards 7 ...................................................................................... First Friday Art Walk 7 ......................................................... Pearl Harbor Commemoration Ceremony 7-8 ...................................................................................... St. Nikolausmarkt 7-9 ...................................... Port and Stilton Cheese Tasting at Becker Vineyards 8 .......................................................................................... Tannenbaum Ball 8 .................................................................................................... Kinderfest 8 ..................................................................................... St. Joseph Craft Sale 8-9 ........................................... Pacific Combat Zone Living History Reenactment 13-23 ........ Fredericksburg Theater Company production — The 1940s Radio Hour 14-15 ..................................................................... Bethany Christmas Journey 15 ..................................................................................... Harper Stock Show 15 ....................................... Asleep at the Wheel Christmas Show at Luckenbach 16 ............................................................................ LBJ Tree Lighting Program 22 ........................................................... Cowboy Christmas Ball at Luckenbach 26 .................................................................................... Zweite Weihnachten 31 ............................................................................................ Memorial Walk 31 ............................................................. New Year’s Eve Party at Luckenbach JANUARY 1 ........................................................................................... New Year’s Walk 4 ...................................................................................... First Friday Art Walk 10-12 ........................................... Gillespie County 4-H and FFA Livestock Show 12-13 .......................... Fredericksburg Theater Company — Mango Moon concert 19-20 ........................................................................... Gem and Mineral Show 20 ................................................................ Fredericksburg Music Club Concert 26 .................................................................................... Indian Artifact Show 26 ............................................................................ Luckenbach Blues Festival FEBRUARY 1 ...................................................................................... First Friday Art Walk 2 ...................................................... Fredericksburg Chorale Mid-Winter Concert 3 ............................................................................... FISD Band Turkey Dinner 9 .......................................................................... Country Schools open house 16 ...................................................................... Valentine’s Ball at Luckenbach 17 ................................................................ Fredericksburg Music Club concert 22-March 10 ............... FTC’s A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum MARCH 1 ...................................................................................... First Friday Art Walk 17 ................................................................ Fredericksburg Music Club concert 23 .............................................................. Mud Dauber Festival at Luckenbach

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et’s see…Rockbox or Luckenbach? An art gallery or a winery? Phil Jackson’s or Dooley’s Five and Dime? Alamo Springs Café or Silver Creek Café? These are only some of the choices that I go over weekly when looking at entertainment options. As a relative newcomer who arrived just this year, I feel overwhelmed with decisions about how to spend my time. You may find yourself mulling the same choices on your visit to Fredericksburg and Gillespie County. After last year’s historic drought — affecting everything from wildflowers to the peach crop — 2012 has proven to be a banner year with ample rainfall that enhances the scenic beauty of the Hill Country. The benefits are shared by the hundreds of thousands (oneFind us on Facebook, or follow us on Twitter: @KenEstenCooke or @ fbgstandard.

ericksburg Theater Company you find in our town. It could discovered yet. Willkommen. will produce its slate of stage well be something I haven’t plays which you will doubtless find comparable to companies in much larger cities. Of course, the National Museum of the Pacific War provides an educational and reflective moment for all who appreciate the sacrifices and history of that conflict. Lovers of the outdoors will find plenty of activities, including the nearby Enchanted Rock, LBJ State Park or Old Tunnel State Park where you can witness a seasonal, nightly exodus of up to 3,000,000 bats. Even if you are not looking to cram in too much activity, a relaxing stroll down Main Street may be just the thing. You will doubtless find “that perfect gift” in one of the local shops in the downtown region. If golf is your thing, we have the finest city golf course anywhere at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park. Lastly, if you are here during Christmastime, you won’t find a prettier display than the one staged on Marktplatz. Let me know what jewels

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Oktoberfest is German flavor, good times Celebrating 32 years of Texas Gemütlichkeit, Oktoberfest will offer three days of singing, toasting, dancing and more on Oct. 5-7 in downtown Fredericksburg. Hours for the festival hosted on Marktplatz will be 6 p.m. to midnight on Friday, Oct. 5, 10 a.m. to midnight on Saturday, Oct. 6, and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 7. Admission at the gate is $6 for adults, $1 for children aged 6-12 years and free for those younger than 6. Two-day passes will be sold for $10 each and three-day passes will cost $15. Advance ticket sales are welcome. More information is available by contacting the Oktoberfest office at 830-997-4810 or by visiting www.oktoberfestinfbg. com. With the planned closing of the 100 block of North Adams Street from Thursday through Sunday, the festival is growing its footprint to accommodate

OOMPAH, OH MY! — German polkas, waltzes and more will be belted out on brass during this year’s Oktoberfest celebration. Three covered stage areas will keep a continual schedule of live musical entertainment throughout the Oct. 5-7 weekend, with a children’s play area, food and drink vendors, art displays and more. — Standard-Radio Post photo

the increasing crowds of visi- been added this year to protors it draws here. vide more seating. The Strasse Two new tented areas have Zelt (street tent) will be located

on Adams Street and will feature a souvenir booth, a photo booth, Paulaner Bier, and more, including a 42 domino tournament on Sunday, starting at 1 p.m. Staying true to its focus of oompah, polka and waltzing with exhibitions, contests and dancing, Oktoberfest will also feature three covered stage areas to host a continuous parade of entertainers. Among the bands scheduled to perform this year are: the Jodie Mikula Orchestra, Oma & The Oompahs, TubaMeisters, Fredericksburg Filharmonic, the Polkamatics, Havlak-Batla Polka Time Band, The Sound Connection, Shirley Johnson, Herschel Moody, Czech & Then Some, Arion Maennerchor, Band Aids Jazz Band, Hermann Sons Mixed Choir, Janak’s Polka Band and the Swingin’ Dutchmen. Also performing will be: the Boerne Village Ensemble, the Walburg Boys, Ennis Czech

Boys, the Boerne Village Band, the Comal Community Band, The Czech Melody Masters, Eklectic Swing Trio and Seven Dutchmen. Also expected will be the Czech Folk Dancers of West, TX, and the Cadence Cloggers. Kicking off the festival on Friday afternoon will be the OktubaFest, to which any tuba or euphonium players are invited to participate. On Saturday morning, the “Chicken Dance On Main Street in Front of the Square” will take place. Registration will start at 9 a.m. and the first 320 registrants will receive a surprise. Chicken dancing is scheduled to start at 9:45 a.m. More than 45 juried artisans from across the state will also be on hand throughout the weekend to fill two tents offering a variety of arts and collectibles. In another tent, a select group of Texas Hill Country Cont. on page 9

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IN LEDELHOSEN and dirndls, many folks like to dress authentically German to celebrate this city’s heritage during Oktoberfest. This year’s event is planned Oct. 5-7 on an expanded grounds in and surrounding the downtown square. — Standard-Radio Post Photo

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artists will display their work for interested buyers. Over a dozen food vendors will be cooking up fajitas, tacos, burgers and fries as well as a variety of sausages (on a stick and plates with kraut), Cajun goodies, strudel and more. There will also be over 50 varieties of domestic and imported beers. For the kids, activities will include a bungee jump, super slide, bubble tower and other

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games and activities. Oktoberfest in Fredericksburg, which combines the best of both the new and old worlds, tracks its roots back to 1810 when Prince Ludwig of Bavaria decided to hold a festival in celebration of his marriage to Princess Therese. He invited the entire population of Munich to join his party. The guests had so much fun that they decided to do it every year. Since its start in 1981, Fredericksburg’s Oktoberfest has been sponsored by the Pedernales Creative Arts Alliance, a group of volunteers who provide funding for scholarships and in support of the arts.

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AN ANNUAL FAVORITE associated with Oktoberfest is the “Chicken Dance,” to be enjoyed again at this year’s celebration, Oct. 5-7. A special Chicken Dance On Main Street in Front of the Square is expected to kick off Saturday’s festivities and the first 320 registrants will receive a surprise. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Sips & Suds: Gillespie County’s growing wine industry has sprouted the nickname “Mini Napa,” as its growth mirrors the early days of California’s Napa Valley. In addition to the fine wines produced and sold locally, Fredericksburg also offers two local beer breweries and, just across the county line, one of the only bourbon distilleries in Texas. Here is a list of the area’s attractions for those who imbibe: WINERIES

Bell Mountain Vineyards Bellmountainwine.com 830-685-3297 Bell Mountain, operated by the Oberhelman family, planted its first test vineyard in 1976. The vineyard produces and bottles wines from the classic wine varieties branded with the Bell Mountain label. It also offers specialty wines under the Oberhof label, as well as Vina Rita Wine Cocktails. The winery, located 14 miles north of Fredericksburg off State Highway 16, is open for complimentary tours and tasting from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. every Saturday. Other hours are available by appointment. Grape Creek Vineyards Grapecreek.com 830-644-2710 Grape Creek Vineyards offers visitors a feel of “Tuscany in Texas” on its grounds, less than 10 miles east of Fredericksburg. The winery includes a 6,000-squarefoot Italian Villa tasting room and event center, and “Trattoria” grounds where guests can enjoy wine and picnic goods from Grape Creek’s Italian market. Scheduled tours are conducted Mondays through Thursdays at 2 p.m., on Fridays at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m., on Saturdays at 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3 p.m., 3:30 p.m. and 4 p.m. and on Sundays at 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. (Other tours available by appointment.) General hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to having a tasting room at the winery, Grape Creek on Main offers a tasting room in downtown Fredericksburg, 314 E. Main Street. Hours are Mondays through Saturdays, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Grape Creek also offers a bed-andbreakfast, Villa on Grape Creek. Becker Vineyards Beckervineyards.com 830-644-2681 Established in 1992, this vineyard is located out U.S. Highway 290 East toward Stonewall, down Jenschke Lane. Owners are Dr. Richard and Bunny Becker. Its grounds feature retail sales, a gift shop and tasting room which are open Mondays through Thursdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sundays

noon to 6 p.m. The vineyard also offers a selection of products made from lavender grown in its three-acre lavender field. Among its special events planned for this year are: •Oct. 27 – Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest •Nov. 10 – Pumpkin Chunkin’ with the Trebuchet •Dec. 1, 2, 7, 9 – Port & Stilton Cheese Tasting •Dec. 25 – Boxing Day Celebration Fredericksburg Winery Fbgwinery.com 830-990-8747 Located at 247 W. Main St., Fredericksburg Winery was named one of the top three producers in Texas by USA Today. The winery is owned and operated by the Switzer family, and was established in 1996. The winery, which has its own vines, produces wines at its 10,600-squarefoot facility on West Main Street, offering a large selection of wines from the very dry varieties to late harvest dessert wines and port. The winery is open seven days a week: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and noon to 5:30 p.m. Sundays. (The last tasting each day begins 15 minutes prior to closing.) Group tours and tastings can be arranged by contacting the winery at least two weeks prior to a visit. Chisholm Trail Winery at Spring Creek Vineyards Chisholmtrailwinery.com 877-990-2675 This winery is located at 2367 Usener Road (about 10 miles west of Fredericksburg on U.S. Highway 290 toward Harper). The Old West-style winery, established in 2001, has a 6,000-squarefoot saloon-style tasting room. Special events with live music and hosted by the winery’s Saloon Girls are held throughout the year. New this year is the Oval Oven where wood-fired gourmet pizza is prepared. Home of the “Texas-Size WineTastings,” Chisholm Trail has bottled numerous award-winning wines. Winemaker Paula Williamson was previously a real estate and corporate litigation attorney and is now one of only a few female wine-makers in Texas. Chisholm Trail is now open daily, noon to 6 p.m. Torre di Pietra Vineyards - Texas Hill Country Wine Texashillcountrywine.com 830-644-2829 Torre di Pietra offers wine, a gift shop and live music every Saturday from 2-6 p.m. The winery is located 10 miles east of Fredericksburg on U.S. Highway 290, and is open daily 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. In addition, special musical events are held throughout the year with venues ranging from opera to jazz. Special events and dinners are also planned at the winery. Producing a wide range of red and white wines, Torre di Pietra has recently added chocolates filled with its own wines to its offerings. The winery, with vineyards at Doss and Fredericksburg, is operated by the Maxwells, fourth- and fifth-generation Texans whose family has been making wine for over 100 years.

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rooms and a dance hall. Wine enthusiasts are invited to join the winery’s new wine club.

Woodrose Winery Woodrosewinery.com 830-644-2539 Woodrose Winery is located just west of the Stonewall community, on the south side of U.S. Highway 290, about 14 miles east of Fredericksburg, on Woodrose Lane. Founded in 1995 in Austin as Oak Hill Cellars, Woodrose planted its first vines in Stonewall in 2000. Winery tasting room hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Mondays through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays and noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Live music is offered on Saturdays. In 2005, wine maker and enthusiast Mike Guilette bought the winery and expanded it to 34 acres. The facility currently includes a tasting room with outdoor seating. Work is nearing completion on additional winery/fermenting

Pedernales Cellars Pedernalescellars.com 830-644-2037 Also located in Stonewall, the 15,000-square-foot Pedernales Cellars is one of the newest wine-making facilities in the area with its winery and visitor center that opened in 2008. Using grapes suitable to the Texas climate, winemaker David Kuhlken uses gravity winemaking and extended barrel aging to produce ultra-premium wines. The underground cellar is the largest in Texas. The visitor center has been nicknamed “The Engagement Headquarters of the Hill Country.” The cellar’s wine list features a range of reds, whites and dessert wines. The visitor center is open every day. Tasting room hours are: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 10 a.m.

to 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and noon to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Pedernales Cellars is located east of Fredericksburg at 2916 Upper Albert Road (at the corner of Ranch Road 1623 South). Rancho Ponte Vineyard Ranchoponte.com 830-990-8555 Rancho Ponte Vineyard was established locally in 2009 as a continuation of a family tradition of quality winemaking that began in 1895 in Italy. The winery and tasting room are nestled on 20 acres surrounded by cattle and horse ranches. Its location is 315 Ranch Road 1376, about five miles east of Fredericksburg (behind KOA on the road to Luckenbach). Rancho Ponte is open from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays through Fridays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays. The winery features a variety of wines, sold exclusively at the winery.

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Sips & Suds 4.0 Cellars Fourpointwine.com 830-997-7470 4.0 Cellars, also located on U.S. Highway 290 East, opened last spring. The winery, featuring modern architecture, is a collaboration between three well-regarded Texas wineries: Brennan Vineyards in Comanche; Lost Oak Winery near Burleson; and McPherson Cellars in Lubbock. Kim McPherson’s father “Doc” is considered one of the “fathers” of the modern Texas wine industry, having cofounded Llano Estacado in Lubbock. 4.0 Cellars offers its winery for private and semi-private events. Its private tasting room is ideal for gatherings of 50 or less. The winery also offers private wine pairings with artisan cheeses or chocolates (reservations required). Tastings are $10 and offer six award-winning wines and a takehome glass. Located seven miles east of Fredericksburg, 4.0 Cellars offers wine tastings, tours and other special events. Messina Hof Hill Country Messinahof.com 830-990-4653 One of the newest wineries in Gillespie County, Messina Hof Hill Country opened in 2011, sporting a rich family-based background rooted in the wine-making process. Located next to U.S. Highway 290 East near Stonewall, the 10-acre estate includes a Wine Garten, “Manor Haus” B&B, VIP Room and Guest Center. Tasting room hours are 1-6 p.m.

Mendelbaum Cellars Mendelbaumcellars.com 830-997-7000 Mendelbaum Cellars offers wines from the Texas Panhandle and the Texas High Plains. It recently added wines from Israel, its “Holy Land Wines” that features grapes grown in the Judean Hills and the Galilean Mountains. Mendelbaum Cellars shop also offers olive oils and fine packaged food items. The winery offers tastings and group events. The winery is located at 10207 E. U.S. Highway 290. Hours are: Monday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tuesday-Wednesday, 1 p.m.-6 p.m.; Thursday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; FridaySaturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Hilmy Cellars Hilmywine.com 830-644-2482

Hilmy Cellars offers a vineyard and winery with the focus of making wines from hot climate varietals from around the world. It offers six wines at its tasting room, produced by owners Erik and Neldie Hilmy. Call for more details and hours.

BREWERIES

Fredericksburg Brewing Co. Yourbrewery.com 830-997-1646 A top downtown spot, this brewery, opened in 1994, offers five excellent beers on tap, plus seasonal brews. Today, Fredericksburg Brewing Company is the oldest brewpub in Texas, also called the “Best in Texas” by several publications. The brewery claimed a gold medal at the 2008 Great American Beer Festival Competition, plus other medals in various competitions. The brewery, located at 245 E. Main St., sits in two restored 1890s buildings. In addition to its main room, the brewery has a large, airconditioned biergarten. The second floor of the buildings provides “Bed & Brew” facilities, 12 rooms with baths, each decorated in a different theme. The brewery’s restaurant also features a variety of freshly prepared foods, from burgers, to pizza, to Scotch eggs, and more. Fredericksburg allows sidewalk consumption, so visitors may take a cold brew on a Main Street stroll. Pedernales Brewing Company Information on its Facebook page 830-998-7486

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THE HILL COUNTRY WINE industry is growing by leaps and bounds, giving this part of the Texas Hill Country the nickname “Mini Napa.” – StandardRadio Post file photo

Cont. from page 10 Sunday through Wednesday and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday. The local facility is an outgrowth of Messina Hof Winery and Resort in Bryan, which was started in 1977 by Merrill and Paul Bonarrigo VI. The Bonarrigo family began making wine in 1880. Now, his great-great-grandson, Paul Mitchell Bonarrigo, with his wife, Karen, continue the legacy through Messina Hof Hill Country in Fredericksburg. Messina Hof is now the most awarded Texas wine in national and international competitions.

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Open only since April, Pedernales Brewing Company is growing rapidly as the popularity of its four in-house beers grows around the Hill Country and Central Texas regions. President Lee Hereford brought in brewmaster Peter McFarlane to produce its LOBO Texas Lager, LOBO Negro, Classic IPA and Classic HefeWeizen. Located on U.S. Highway 87 South, the brewery does not yet offer a tasting room, but its suds can be found at many local outlets, including Judy’s Liquors, Western Beverages, H-E-B, JEK’s convenience stores, and more. Its distribution now covers 15 counties and its representatives are adding retail sales locations daily.

BOURBON DISTILLERY Garrison Brothers Distillery Garrisonbros.com 830-392-0246

Garrison Brothers offers a fine bourbon made the old-fashioned way, a time-consuming process, but one that results in a smooth sip of handmade, artisan bourbon. Garrison Brothers offers $10 “Sit & Sip” tours on Wednesdays through Sundays at 10 a.m., noon, 2 and 4 p.m. The tour is a guided walk of the ranch and distillery with detailed information about the whiskey and the operation’s history. (First-come, first-serve, and large groups must be arranged in advance. No children or smoking are allowed.) The distillery is located just east of the Gillespie County line on HyeAlbert Road, just south of the tiny community of Hye. The bourbon is available at various retailers around the state, at Hye Spirits in Hye, and a variety of items are for sale on its website.

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H H H TASTING 12-13 WINES DAILY H H H ART - “Winemaking is 75% ART and 25% SCIENCE” - - - - - - Come taste some “MASTERPIECES”. WINEMAKING - the “old fashioned way” fermentation in small tanks with filling, corking, capsuling and labeling done by hand. CHAMPAGNE - production the old world way - methode champenoise - riddling and disgorging by hand. Release date upcoming. EDUCATION - If you want to learn about wine (Wine 101 WHP) and winemaking this is the place to visit. HISTORY - Wines were produced in Texas 100 years before California? Texas vines saved the European vineyards in the 1880’s?

COMING SOON: Wine Appreciation, and Food & Wine Seminars. NEW: V.I.P. Tasting Room for SPECIAL Group Tastings. WINE CLUB: Be sure and ask about becoming a member of our Wine Club with all the benefits. A DIFFERENT WINE PRODUCT: European Style Chocolates with Fredericksburg Wines as the Liquid Centers. DESSERT/LATE HARVEST WINES: L.H. Orange Muscat (Gold Medal and Grand Star of Texas), L.H. Sangiovese and Port. INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION: The only Texas winery to receive 3 medals in a category from the World Wine Championships conducted by the Beverage Testing Institute in Chicago, Illinois.

Our INTERNATIONAL AWARD WINNING WINES are available and you can talk with our Winemaster. GIFT SHOP - * Logo Wine Glasses, Caps and T-Shirts * Wine Accessories * Gift Baskets * Troll Habitat * Sculptured Horseshoe Candleholders and Wine Racks * Delicious TEXAS Jams, Jellies, Mustards & Salsas. FUN - FUN - FUN - WINE IS SUPPOSED TO BE FUN - COME HAVE SOME FUN WITH US - THE SWITZER FAMILY

Last tasting begins 15 minutes before closing Mon. - Thurs. 10-5:15; Fri. & Sat. 10-7:15; Sun. 12-5:15 PERSONAL CHECKS, MASTERCARD AND VISA ACCEPTED

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Texas Wine Month observance set for October The Texas Wine Month of October is observed in a big way here in the Texas Hill County. More than 30 wineries and vineyards throughout this part of the Lone Star State — including nine in Gillespie County — take part in the activities of one of the fastest growing industries in Texas. In support of Texas Wine Month, the Texas Hill Country Wineries organization hosts

the Texas Wine Month Trail. This event allows wine lovers to sample the best offerings from area-wide wineries and vineyards at a cost of just $20 per ticket. A ticket allows an individual to try a minimum of one (and up to three) complimentary tastes at all 32 wineries and a 15 percent discount on a three-bottle purchase. Not only is October set aside as the Texas Wine Month, but

it is also Breast Cancer Awareness Month. And, as a way of giving back, participating wineries are also donating $5 from each ticket sold for the Texas Wine Month Trail to breast cancer screening, treatment and education, locally.

The wineries and vineyards in Gillespie County participating in the Texas Wine Month Trail are: Becker Vineyards, Chisholm Trail Winery, Fredericksburg Winery, Grape Creek Vineyards, Pedernales Cellars, Rancho Ponte Vine-

yard, Santa Maria Cellars, Torre di Pietra Vineyards, and Woodrose Winery. More information about the Texas Wine Month Trail event and the local vineyards and wineries available on the website www.texaswinetrail.com.

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Where Good Times Are Always On Our Menu! For a truly unique dining experience during your visit to Fredericksburg and its German-enriched attractions ... Stop by our Main Street Restaurant, where you can find American, German and other foreign-flavored dishes to appease even the most hungry of appetites. And, remember, good times and fellowship are always on our menu! Our skillful chefs take their precious time in preparing dishes (their “masterpieces”) that you CAN write home about and our service staff offers their visitors -- both local and out-of-town -- a refreshing friendliness as they care for all their needs. Whether in town for just a day or making Fredericksburg your home, Der Lindenbaum is ‘a must’. Our comfortable, yet elegant dining atmosphere, welcomes all tastes with open friendship.

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After your shopping, come relax in our quiet, cozy atmosphere with some hot spiced wine, European pastries and more. Come join us for delicious international dishes in our comfortable dining room. We’ll be waiting for you ... Close to Nimitz Museum

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Indian Artifact Show to return for two events Hobbyists and collectors of rare, ancient arrowheads along with other objects relating to Native Americans will be in town this fall and twice again next winter when the annual Fredericksburg Indian Artifact Show returns. Scheduled again in Pioneer Pavilion at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, the shows are set for Oct. 20 and Jan. 26, 2013, to display fossils dating as far back as 10,000 B.C. New this year is a third show, slated for March 30, 2013. All three shows will run from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. As many as 70 tables will be set up by collectors from all over Texas to display historic artifacts for the benefit of buyers, sellers, traders or lookers

interested in stopping by the pavilion that day. ‘This is a hobby for all us collectors and we truly enjoy having the show in Fredericksburg every year and having everyone come out to see what we have on display,” said Richard Mentzer of New Braunfels who co-hosts the event along with Rob Bartel of Hunt. Admission for each show is $5 for everyone 15 years of age and older, while children 14-and-under will be admitted free of charge. Free admission will also be provided for Gillespie County law Enforcement officers, firemen and their families. Beverages, snacks and bar- RELICS from the past can captivate history and March 30 in Pioneer Pavilion at Lady Bird becue will be provided for pur- lovers of all ages here three each year at the Johnson Municipal Park. – Standard-Radio chase throughout both shows. Indian Artifact Show, set for Oct. 20, Jan. 26 Post photo

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Hi. My name is Bob and I’m addicted to SESAME CRUSTED JUMBO SHRIMP W I T H R E D O N I O N & J A L A P E Ñ O S L AW Oak Smoked Tenderloin with a robust cabernet. Black Diamond Buffalo Enchiladas with a super Texan sangiovese. A juicy 12-ounce ribeye steak with a high plains tempranillo. Pecan Pan Seared Rainbow Trout with a Hill Country viognier. Once you’ve had a taste of the Cabernet Grill, you’ll find reasons to return again

and again. Like our Warm German Chocolate Bread Pudding or the Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake. With the largest Texas wine list just about anywhere, a chef with a flair for the delectable, and a casual yet elegant atmosphere, you may just discover cravings you’ve never experienced before. Bon appétit!

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Lone Star Gourd Festival to fair grounds for Oct. 19-21 show Turning dried, dirty gourds exhibitors at the 2012 Lone for over the three-day weekday, Oct. 19-21, once again into pieces of fine art will be Star Gourd Festival, planned end on Friday through Sun- at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds. The show provides an opportunity for visitors to see a national-level gourd art competition, as well as to purchase gourd art, raw gourds and tools of the craft from supply vendors, visit a kid’s gourd craft area and take lessons creating gourd art. Festival hours will be from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and

Saturday and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Admission cost will be $5 and anyone 17 years or younger will be admitted free with a paying adult. The event is sponsored by the Texas Gourd Society. Specific schedule details, including the art workshops, are available at www.texasgourdsociety.org, by emailing bettiesuz@yahoo.com or calling 512-431-6030.

TURNING A GOURD into a unique piece like this elk-laden bowl is a form of art that comes into the spotlight during the Texas Gourd Society’s Lone Star Gourd Festival Oct. 19-21. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Sausage, beer, polka music combine for annual Bestfest A celebration of German favorites — beer, sausage and polka music — with a twist is offered at Bestfest on Saturday, Oct. 20. Hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 9765, the third annual event will take place on Marktplatz. “We’ve combined great offerings from some of the best Texas sausage makers along with a number of the best craft beers around to create a unique sausage and beer tasting event,” according to organizers. Starting at 11 a.m., the entry fee ($10 for adults and $5 for kids 12 and under) allows all the sausage, sauerkraut and German potatoes individuals can eat. Tea is included with entry fee. Other drinks will be available for purchase. A selection of craft beers will be available for tasting and purchase, giving those attending the opportunity to find their favorite ‘pairing’ of beer and sausage. The event features sausage products from Opa’s Smoked Meats, Slovacek Sausage and Kiolbassa and beer offerings from microbreweries including Real Ale Brewing Com-

pany, St. Arnold’s Brewing Company, Pedernales Brewing Company and Spoetzel Brewing Company. Polka music will be provided throughout the afternoon by Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six as well as The Seven Dutchmen Orchestra. These two well-known musical combos will play German favorites throughout the afternoon and evening, and dancing is encouraged. Activities for kids are also planned including pumpkin painting and several piñatas. With deer hunting season right around the corner, participants will also have a number of opportunities to win hunting-related prizes, including the night’s final drawing for a 2012 4x4 Kawasaki mule. The event also includes a “21-Gun Salute” in which a selection of 21 shotguns, rifles and handguns will be given away. Tickets for these items are $20, and are already available for purchase at several locations throughout Fredericksburg. The tickets will also be available for purchase on the day of the event. There will also be drawings

Bethany Lutheran Church

invites you to Sunday worship Traditional Services at 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Christian Education for all ages at 9:15 a.m. Praise & Worship Service at 10:25 a.m. 110 W. Austin St., 997-2069 (across from Marktplatz)

for other outdoors and hunting-related items. In the last two years, the council has allocated money locally to help sponsor the military blood drives as well as for St. Mary’s Church ministries , Hill Country Community Needs Council, Fredericksburg Academic Boosters, Fredericksburg Food Pantry, St. Vincent De Paul and scholarships for college-bound Gillespie County students. The council also supports a number of young men in priestly formation and the religious life as well as college Catholic center ministries. For more information on the event, visit www.kcbestfest. com.

SAUSAGE grilled to perfection awaits hungry diners attending the Bestfest hosted by the Knights of Columbus Council 9765 on Saturday, Oct. 20, on Marktplatz. — StandardRadio Post Photo

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Fredericksburg Farmers Market to return for fall season Fredericksburg Farmers Beginning Oct. 4 and run- ket will be open every Thurs- ful fall vegetables and fruits Market is returning to Pioneer ning through Nov. 15, the day from 4-7 p.m. on the grounds of the Pioneer Museum for the fall season. Fredericksburg Farmers MarThis season features bounti- Museum complex at 325 West Main Street. Vendors will also be offering goat cheese, fresh baked breads, farm fresh eggs, pasture raised chickens, grass fed lamb and beef, pizza from Navajo Grill and freshly made and prepared foods from Sunset Grill. The market is family friendly and includes live music. Support is provided by Capital Farm Credit, capitalfarmcredit.com. More information on the Fredericksburg Farmers Mar-

FALL fruits and vegetables will be offered when the Fredericksburg Farmers Market on Thursdays from Oct. 4 through Nov. 15. — StandardRadio Post photo

ket is available at fredericksburgfarmersmarket.com.

St. Nick’s Choose and Cut

Christmas Tree Farm Choose/Cut Christmas trees, living trees, gifts Fresh Garland and Wreaths Local Hand Crafted Goodies and More ..... Wander through fields of Pine Trees, Pastel Blue Arizona Cypress and Leyland Cypress for allergy sufferers. Plenty of 12’-14’ trees available, perfect for businesses and churches. All field trees $5.50 per foot. We supply saws. Can custom prune top or bottom & charge accordingly.

Please call 830-685-3412 for more information. St. Nick’s Farm is located at 12638 N. State Hwy. 16, near Willow City. stnicksfarm@ctesc.net

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Mesquite Art Festival to return Oct. 12-14 Celebrating the “exquisite and attractive” qualities of Texas’ native hardwood mesquite will be the 20th Annual Texas Mesquite Association Art Festival in Fredericksburg Friday through Sunday, Oct. 12-14. “Besides seeing the absolute best selection of mesquite, visitors will enjoy the largest mesquite show in the world,” said Al Carr, organizer of the juried show. Visitors will be treated to collections of sculpted wood from the world’s absolute finest mesquite craftsmen. Featured for sale will be large furniture items such as beds, dressers and chairs, along with crafted gift items such as turned lamps, scroll work, pen and pencil sets, Christmas tree ornaments, gun stocks and sculpted vases, and much more all crafted of mesquite. The Texas Mesquite Asso-

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ciation Art Festival is free and open to the public. Hours will be from noon to 6 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12; from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 13, and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 14. Food and drinks will be sold on the grounds. Free parking surrounds the exhibit area in downtown Fredericksburg. The festival, like mesquite wood itself, has come a long way since the first event in 1992 when 14 mesquite woodworkers gathered in a seminar. According to Carr, they weren’t the only ones to show an interest. “So many local people dropped in to see what we were doing and to try to buy our work, we realized Fredericksburg was the best place on earth to have a Mesquite Art Festival,” Carr said. Once viewed as a nuisance,

HAND POLISHING her hand-crafted mesquite furniture is a Texas Mesquite Association Art Festival vendor. This year’s show, Oct. 12-14, will bring another large selection of

mesquite has become the darling of architects and retailers. Mesquite’s growing appeal comes in part from the high profile offered by the Texas

furniture pieces, as well as hand-crafted juried mesquite art pieces, home décor and other items made of Texas’ “darling” native hardwood. — Standard-Radio Post photo

Mesquite Association and this festival, according to Carr. More information on the upcoming Mesquite Art Festival and the Texas Mesquite

Association is available by visiting www.texasmesquiteartfestivals.com or by calling the Fest Office in Fredericksburg at 830-997-8515.

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The Barrister’s Guest Quarters The Barrister’s Guest Quarters offers a quiet and peaceful setting just moments from Main Street, with quaint furnishings and decor. An interior hallway leads to 6 guestrooms, each complete with a queen size bed and private bath. Perfect for retreats, reunions and anniversaries. All for a surprisingly low rate.

Fresh German Pastries Served Daily Coffee Makers in each Room Free high speed wireless available. AAA Diamond Rated

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807 South Adams • Highway 16 South • Fredericksburg • Visit our website for a virtual tour: www.barristersguestquarters.com

Econo Lodge

Located in historic Fredericksburg close to downtown, restaurants and shopping.

AAA/AARP discounts available. Tour Groups and Buses welcome. Children under 18 stay free. Golf Course, HEB, restaurants nearby.

• Free Wireless. • Swimming pool and spa. • German pastries served daily. • Lobby computer for guests. • In-room coffee makers & microwaves. • All rooms ground floor. • Park next to your your room. No walking!

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St. Joseph’s arts, crafts shows set on Oct. 6, Dec. 8

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Featuring hand-crafted items, the St. Joseph’s Halle Arts and Crafts Show will be opening its doors to shoppers on two Saturdays this fall. Shows will be held on Oct. 6 and again on Dec. 8. Shopping hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no admission charge. The annual event features hand-crafted items with a personal touch including baskets, iron work, holiday wreaths, whimsical folk art, mosaic stained glass windows, carved granite pieces, holiday décor, dolls, birdhouses, needlecrafts, knitted sweaters and gemstone jew- HANDCRAFTED items will again be featured at the St. Joseph’s Halle Arts and Crafts Shows on Oct. 6 and again elry. on Dec. 8. There is no admission charge to the event, which In addition, a large selec- features local and area artists and craftsmen. — Standardtion of baked goods and treats Radio Post photo will be available at the show in December. West San Antonio Street (one lection of artists and craftsStaged inside the small, his- block south of Main Street), men from across the Hill toric St. Joseph’s Halle, 212 the shows’ vendors are a col- Country and beyond.

German still spoken here Proving that the roots of Fredericksburg’s heritage still run deep, German, the “native tongue,” can still be heard around town from the locals and even some visitors. The language was brought to the Texas Hill country by German settlers in the mid1800s and can still be heard today. The influence of German is still felt in many parts of the city. For example, there are still some clerks in local business establishments who can speak the language fluently. There are two community choirs that sing in German and many celebrations such as Oktoberfest that carry on

traditions from Germany. Also, more German can be heard at a Schuetzenfest (shooting festival) or Saengerfest (singing festival), than any other language. Some churches occasionally have German hymn fests as well as entire services conducted in German. Another example can be found at Fredericksburg High School where the motto is: Billie Pride Über Alles, which means “Billie Pride Over Everything.” For many years, Fredericksburg had a German language newspaper, the Fredericksburg Wochenblatt (weekly sheet). It was discontinued in 1946. Copies of it are on microfilm and can be viewed at Pioneer Memorial Library.

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Texas’ best on menu for Food, Wine Fest Culinary tourists and local residents alike who are interested in immersing themselves in a learning experience about the best foods and wines in the Lone Star State will get a prime opportunity Saturday, Oct. 27, during the 22nd Annual Fredericksburg Food and Wine Fest. The fest offers a “one-stop” experience — a wine tour that can be taken without ever leaving Fredericksburg’s downtown Marktplatz. Texas specialty booths and wineries will be offering their best for discriminating gourmets and oenophiles, as well as novice “foodies” from noon7 p.m. General admission is $20 for adults, $5 for those under 21, and free for children under 12. The $20 admission includes one souvenir fest glass, six sampling tickets, Texas spe-

cialty booths, Texas wineries, an auction, entertainment, cooking school sessions, food court and the Gargantuan Great Grape Toss and Great Grape Fun. Additional sampling tickets may be purchased. Wineries scheduled to participate include: •4.0 Cellars, •Becker Vineyards, •Bell Mountain Vineyards, •Bending Branch Winery, •Bernhardt Winery, •Chisholm Trail, •Crump Valley Vineyards, •Dionisio Winery, •Fall Creek Vineyards, •Fawncrest Vineyard, •Fredericksburg Winery, •Georgetown Winery, •Grape Creek Vineyard, •Haak Vineyards, •Landon Winery, •Llano Estacado, •Lone Hen Winery, •Los Pinos Ranch Vineyards, •Maydelle Country Wines, •Messina Hof Winery, •Pedernales Cellars, •Piney Woods Country Wines, •Pleasant Hill Winery,

FEAST FOR THE SENSES — There’s plenty Vendors of Texas’ best gourmet foods, wines to taste, smell, see … at the City of Freder- and more will be on site for a day of sampling. icksburg’s 22nd Annual Food and Wine Fest — Standard-Radio Post Photo planned Saturday, Oct. 27, on Marktplatz. •Rohan Meadery, •Seifert Cellars, •Singing Water Vineyards, •Sister Creek Vineyards, •Texas Hills Vineyards, and •Val Verde Winery.

A wide variety of products will be available for sampling and purchase as well: lavender products, salsas, jams and jellies, seasons and spices, nuts,

dipping oils, olive oils, toffee, tea, hand-painted glasses, Chocolates, a variety of cheeses, candles, and many other selections. The “Grape Expectations” cooking school starts at noon and will showcase Texas chefs. Participating this year will be: Ross Burtwell, of Cabernet

Grill; Lois Rodriguez, of Texas Highways; Josh Raymer, of Navajo Grill, and Joe David Shearer of Fredericksburg’s HEB Cooking Connection. There will be two sessions featuring three chefs each. Seating is limited to 150 persons and cost is $10 per sesCont. on page 117

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Top musicians lining up for annual Big Band Bash Nov. 10 Some of the Central Texas’ top names in music will be in town Nov. 10 for the 15th Annual Big Band Bash. This year’s event will be held at Pioneer Pavilion at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park. Taking the stage will be Austin-based band The Resentments, Golden Triangle Swamp Blues, Johnny Nicholas and Hell Bent (featuring Cindy Cashdollar), Greg Piccolo and Heavy Juice, keyboardist Floyd Domino and the Texas Horns (featuring Al Gomez, Kaz Kazanof and John Mills). An encore is likely with David Greeley and Sam Broussard joining other band members. This year’s bash will mark a passing of the torch from organizer Carol Reeh, director of Fredericksburg Independent School District’s Community Education Department, and ushering in VelAnne Howell.

Also for sale at this year’s show will be a CD which was produced at the Big Band Bash’s 10th anniversary show. Tickets go on sale Oct. 10 and are available at Hill Top Café (call 830-997-8922) or in town at Western Beverages. Tickets are $25 general admission, or $75 for patrons, which includes dinner and the best seating. Beer, wine, soft drinks and water will be sold on the premises. Big Band Bash preview parties will be held Nov. 8 and 9 at the café. A silent auction with special wine magnums also will be held. “This started out as a way to funnel money to the school district’s band and show choirs, and it has extended to go to provide funds for scholarships for students studying music and paying some tuition for theater camps,” said Johnny Nicholas, the event’s brainchild and owner of dining

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and music spot the Hill Top Café. “Over the years, we’ve raised well over $60,000 to promote the arts in schools.” Since 1998, the FISD Band Boosters, choirs, theater department and the Fredericksburg Youth Center have benefitted along with students planning to pursue a music degree in college who received scholarships. Camps have included sections for percussion players, woodwinds and horns, along with guitar clinics, songwriting classes, tutoring in music and theater, as well as accordion workshops featuring Tejano, Cajun and German/ Czech styles. Professional musicians, songwriters, singers, actors and directors have all assisted with sessions. The past several years, the program has underwritten a summer theater arts camp by Cont. on page 36

LED BY ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL alum Johnny Nicholas, top regional musicians will perform at the 15th annual Big Band Bash Nov. 10. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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A “one-of-a-kind” shopping experience will allow locals and visitors to get a jump start on their holiday shopping as The Peddler Show returns to Fredericksburg Thanksgiving weekend Nov. 23-25. Set for the Gillespie County Fair Grounds, show hours are from 12-8 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 23; from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 24, and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 25. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors ages 65 and above, $5 for children ages five to 11 and free for children under five. One admission is good for all weekend. Parking is free. Whether their style is trendy or traditional, classic or contemporary, shoppers will find booths filled with personalized designs, home décor, handcrafted jewelry, clothing, gourmet treats, creative gifts and more. More information about the show, its vendors or its schedule, visit its website www.PeddlerShow.com.

DEMONSTRATIONS such as clay-working techniques along with booths brimming with home décor, jewelry, clothes and more are featured at The Peddler Show held at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds Nov. 23-25. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Eisbahn returning Nov. 23 Ice skating rink for locals, visitors open through Jan. 5

HOLDING HANDS, young friends support each other on a leisurely loop of the “Eisbahn” ice skating rink, which sets up each holiday season on Fredericksburg’s downtown square. The rink will be open this upcoming season from Nov. 23-Jan. 5. — Standard-Radio Post photo

In the heart of Texas, with its typically mild winter seasons, visitors might be surprised to discover something that’s already a seasonal favorite for locals of all ages – an outdoor ice skating rink in downtown Fredericksburg. For the eighth consecutive holiday season, “Eisbahn” will return to Marktplatz (the downtown square) from Nov. 23 through Jan. 5. Cooling coils laid out on the Kinderhalle pavilion floor are what make possible the improbably — a slick ice skating rink in the middle of an often sunny Texas winter.

Opening the day after Thanksgiving, Eisbahn will run Mondays through Fridays, from 4-8 p.m., on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., and, on Sundays from 1-8 p.m. During Christmas break for local schools, from Dec. 22-Jan. 5, Eisbahn will be open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays

and from 1-8 p.m. on Sundays. Eisbahn will be closed Christmas Day, but open Christmas Eve from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day will follow the same abbreviated schedule. The rink can be reserved for private parties anytime it is Cont. on page 34

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not open to the public. Again this year, sensitive to tough economic conditions and in the spirit of community, the hosting Heritage School will not raise ticket prices. A full day, come-and-go pass will remain at $10, which includes the rental of skates. Refreshments are available near the ice rink, as is seating for those who would rather watch the more daring of their party from the sidelines. Eisbahn is anticipating close to 8,000 visitors this holiday season to lace up skates and try out their balance skills on the wintery oval. Gift buyers are encouraged to consider skate passes as gifts or stocking stuffers. Eisbahn was conceived by Dr. Nancy Thompson as a fundraiser for the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (CFF). In its first three years, under the operation of the

Fredericksburg Lifeline Association, Eisbahn earned over $174,142.34 for CFF. However, CFF found the logistics of operating a volunteer-staffed event for its entire six-week run overwhelming. With the backing of more than 150 volunteers, including parents, grandparents and students, Heritage School stepped in in 2008 to save the Eisbahn tradition for Fredericksburg. Heritage volunteers now operate Eisbahn to serve the community, to raise funds for the school and to continue in its support of CFF through a donation of a percentage of the Eisbahn’s annual proceeds. Currently, local businesses are being sought as corporate sponsors for the rink. Anyone who would like to be a part of Eisbahn -- either as a sponsor or as a volunteer -- is asked to call Dale Cook, development director at Heritage School,

at 997-6597. Heritage School is a private, non-denominational Christian school offering kindergarten through 12th grades.

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Fall Antiques Show coming Nov. 10-11 Often called the “biggest antiques event in the Texas Hill Country,” the 20th Annual Fredericksburg Fall Antiques Show returns to the Gillespie County Fair Grounds on Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 10-11. The hours for the show are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on that Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday in the enclosed Exhibition Hall and the adjacent open-air Peddler Pavilion. In those two buildings will be a wide array of furniture, gardening pieces, textiles/quilts, pewter, pot-

tery, glass/china, estate jewelry and more -- all “from the barns, attics and estates of America.” Admission tickets are $5 and may be used for return visits. Children under the age of 12 years will be admitted free of charge. Ample parking is available at the fair grounds for the two-day show sponsored by Texas Presentations directors Tommy and Lori Titsworth. The Gillespie County Fair Grounds is located off Texas Highway 16 South, about two miles from downtown Fredericksburg.

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paying half of all tuition for students. Nicholas, also known as a former member of Western Swing band Asleep at the Wheel, said this year’s event will feature enhanced lighting to help the party atmosphere. The benefit event was the inspiration of Nicholas, who gathered friends together for an evening of music to benefit the study of arts in schools. For tickets or information, call the Hill Top Café at 830997-8922. Tickets also available in Fredericksburg at Western Beverages. For more information, visit hilltopcafe. com or contact Howell at 998-5366.

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Home tour, Tannebaum Ball planned by Historical Society Continuing a 55-year-old tradition, the Gillespie County Historical Society will host its Holiday Home Tour and its fifth Tannenbaum Ball in December. Holiday Home Tour Seven Fredericksburg area homes all dressed up for the

holidays will be featured as part of the 2012 Holiday Home Tour on Saturday, Dec. 1. The tour will take place from noon to 6 p.m. The featured homes have never before been open to the public.

Each home represents distinct architectural or historic features, and all will be decorated to the rafters with original holiday decor that reflects the owners’ style. This year’s stops feature everything from a new home Cont. on page 40

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Exhibitors at home in ring during local livestock shows

KEEPING THEIR EYES on the judge, these two youths hope to win honors with their Angora goats. First on the schedule for local 4-H and FFA exhibitors will be the Gillespie County 4-H and FFA Livestock Show and Auction on Jan. 10-12. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Whether it is just in Gillespie County or around the state, Gillespie County livestock exhibitors are at home in the show ring. And when these youngsters step into the ring, many are following in the footsteps of their parents and grandparents. Fredericksburg and the surrounding area may be known to many as a popular tourist destination, but for those who live year-round in Gillespie County, agriculture also plays a major role in the local economy. For 4-H and FFA members who take part in livestock shows here and around the state, there’s a lot of dedication and hard work required to get their animals ready for the show ring. Helping them get a good start in the industry are the Gillespie County 4-H Clubs

as well as FFA chapters at Fredericksburg and Harper high schools. Assisted by advisors, teachers and adults, youths focus their attentions on local, regional and state livestock expositions during much of the year in hopes of winning prize ribbons, trophies, points and rewarding bids paid for their livestock. For months prior to the stock show season, which traditionally begins in January, 4-H and FFA youths work with their animals. Long hours are devoted to livestock projects, beginning in the early morning while others are still asleep, and extending into the evening after school, work and other activities are over. Youngsters in the Harper area get their first taste

of competition each stock show season when that community holds its annual show. The Harper Stock Show will be held Dec. 15, 2012. Officially kicking off the 2013 stock show season for all of the county’s youth is the Gillespie County 4-H and FFA Livestock Show and Auction. This coming year’s show will be Jan. 10-12, 2013, at the Show Barn at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds. Hundreds of entries are annually displayed at the county show, including market steers, hogs, meat goats and lambs along with breeding beef cattle, breeding sheep, goats, broilers and turkeys. At the auction that concludes the county show, local Cont. on page 114

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UNIQUE decorations will also be featured in the seven homes of the Gillespie County Historical Society’s Holiday Home Tour on Saturday, Dec. 1. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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with views of the Boot Ranch Golf Course featured in the movie “Seven Days in Utopia” to a restored two-story limestone home designed and built by architect Alfred Giles in 1885. Tickets for the Home Tour are $25 per person and includes a tour map and full description of each property. Tickets for the Home Tour can be purchased through Dec. 1 at Pioneer Museum, the Vereins Kirche and Gastehaus Schmidt in Fredericksburg. In addition, tickets are available at Crenwelge Motors in Kerrville. Tannenbaum Ball The Fifth Annual Tannenbaum Ball will be held Saturday, Dec. 8. From 7-11:30 p.m., guests will be treated to a “fabulous” evening in the new St. Mary’s Event Center in the 300 block of West San Antonio Street, according to organizers.

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The event includes a seated dinner catered by Delicious Details, an open bar, silent auction, dance music by The Flying GTs and a live auction. Tickets for the Tannenbaum Ball are $110 per person before Nov. 26, and $125 per person after that date. Reservations are required for the ball. Benefactor tables are available. The public can also purchase tickets for a prize drawing of a piece of jewelry valued at $2,400, which will be designed for the winner by David Tapia, exclusive designer for Segner’s Jewelers. The Home Tour and Tannenbaum Ball are the largest fundraisers for the Gillespie County Historical Society, which operates the Pioneer Museum. More information is available from the society at 9908441, or online at www.pioneermuseum.net.

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Pioneer Museum offers look inside Fredericksburg history A peek into the history of Fredericksburg and Gillespie County is offered at the Pioneer Museum, located at 325 West Main Street. The complex is part of the Gillespie County Historical Society, and offers year-round activities, displays, demonstrations and more for the entire family. The museum is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Tuesdays through Saturdays and closed on Sundays and Mondays. Regular museum admission is $5 for adults, $3 for youth ages six to 17 and free for children five and under. One $5 ticket admits the holder to Pioneer Museum and the Vereins Kirche, located on Marktplatz downtown. Special tours and rates are available for groups of 15 or more. Special activities A variety of activities and events are planned during the fall at Pioneer Museum including Log Cabin Day, on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Visitors will have the chance to experience the challenges faced in everyday life by Texas Hill Country frontier settlers by participating in

such activities as churning butter, washing clothes with a scrub board, braiding rope and other chores typical of earlier times. Blacksmiths will be working in the forge, and a saddle maker, fence builders, spinners and handworkers will be demonstrating their crafts. Beginning Oct. 3 and continuing throughout the month, the Pioneer Museum Pumpkin Patch will be open Mondays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The public is invited to stop in and take pictures or join in on some arts and crafts activities planned during the month. The Fredericksburg Farmers Market will return to Pioneer Museum on Thursday, Oct. 4, and continue on Thursdays through Nov. 15 from 4-7 p.m. An exhibit, “Lone Star and Eagle: German Immigration to Texas,” will be featured Oct. 4 through Nov. 1 at the Vereins Kirche. Pioneer Museum will also be the site of the Gillespie County Historical Society’s annual Christmas celebration specifically for children, “Kinderfest,” on Saturday,

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Dec. 8. The annual Holiday Homes Tour will be held on Dec. 1 and the Tannenbaum Ball on Dec. 8. More details about those events are included in a separate article in this publication as well as on the museum’s website at www.pioneermuseum.net. On occasion, the museum sponsors a book signing by one of the authors of the many historic books for sale in the Gift Shop, located at the corner of Milam and Main Streets. The Gift Shop is the PUMPKINS and more pumpkins will be featured at the Pioneer place to find limited edition Museum Pumpkin Patch Oct. 3-31. Pumpkins will be offered for books that describe the colsale, and a variety of activities are planned including pumpkin Cont. on page 101 decorating demonstrations Oct. 18. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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St. Nikolausmarkt due Dec. 7-8 Now heading into its third sored event will feature holiyear, the St. Nikolausmarkt, day merchandise, food and a traditional-style German entertainment at Martkplatz Christmas festival, becomes and will follow the annual the center of attention of the Fredericksburg Community holiday season in Fredericks- Christmas Parade on Main burg during the first weekend Street. While there is no admisin December. OliveOilAd_OUTPUT.pdf 3/1/12 AM sion10:56 charge for Friday night, Scheduled for Dec. 7-8,1 the Chamber of Commerce-spon- tickets will cost $5 for adults

while children 12 and under get in free. Debuting in 2009, the St. Nikolausmarkt replaced the city’s Weihnachten festival which was started in 1998 as a replacement for the Kristkindl Markt. The new event will show off Cont. on page 47

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SHOPPERS have a wide variety of merchandise to choose from at the annual St. Nikolausmarkt, slated this year to run Dec. 7-8 at Marktplatz. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Kinderfest brings holiday wonder to children Building a few Christmas traditions together, adults and children are invited to take part in the Gillespie County Historical Society’s annual “Kinderfest” celebration. Designed to bring the wonder and delight of the Christmas holidays to the faces of youths, the event is scheduled Saturday, Dec. 8, from 2-3 p.m. at the Pioneer Museum grounds, 325 West Main Street (through the Dambach-Besier House at the intersection with South Milam Street.) Children 10 years old and younger are expected as the guests of honor. All youths (local and visiting) should be accompanied by adults. Singing, refreshments, sto- LIFTING UP a child to place a stocking together during the annual festival planned ries and crafts are planned. over the old-fashioned fireplace, partici- on Saturday morning, Dec. 8. — StandardUpon arrival, children will pants in Kinderfest build Christmas traditions Radio Post photo

be asked to bring their Christmas stockings to hang above the gigantic hearth inside the museum’s historic Kammlah House. From there, kids will be escorted to the nearby social hall for entertainment and refreshments provided by Gillespie County Historical Society volunteers. Traditionally, St. Nick drops in and fills the stockings while the children are busy at the party. Once the party is over, they are invited to return to retrieve their stockings and see what treats have been left for them. More information about Kinderfest is available from the Gillespie County Historical Society at 830-997-2835.

Fredericksburg Music Club plans 76th season concerts for 2013 For the 76th year, the Fredericksburg Music Club will be bringing a variety of programming to the community as part of its 2012-2013 concert series. All concerts are scheduled for the third Sunday of each month, except December. Concerts are held at the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, located at 1800 North Llano, beginning at 3 p.m. Admission is free to the public but donations will be accepted to help offset the costs associated with the concerts. Membership cards are also be available at the concerts or can be found online at http:// www.fredericksburgmusicclub.com. A Sustaining Membership starts at $25. Eight concerts are planned as part of the 2012-2013 concert series. The series opened on Sept. 16 with a performance by Yakov Kasman, the Silver Medalist from the 10th Van Cliburn International Piano Competition. Upcoming concerts included the following: •Oct. 21 — Marianne Gedi-

gian will present a flute concert. She is a professor of flute and holds the Butler Professorship in Music at The University of Texas at Austin. •Nov. 18 — Karla Hamelin, cellist, will perform. She has a doctorate of musical arts in cello performance

from The University of Texas at Austin. •Jan. 20 — Fredericksburg native Ava Pine will be featured in concert. Pine was a 2011 Grammy nominee. •Feb. 17 — The San Antonio Brass, Inc. will perform.

They have been South Texas’ premier brass ensemble for over 25 years. •March 17 — Performing will be the Four Nations Ensemble. Four Nations is known for its imaginative and innovative programming. •April 21 — will feature Nancy Zhou.

She has performed with the San Antonio Symphony and is studying violin at the New England Conservatory. •May 19 — Emile Pandolfi will return for another performance at the piano. Pandolfi “delighted” the Fredericksburg Music Club’s audience with a special Christmas concert two years ago.

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St. Nikolausmarkt the City of Fredericksburg’s new Christmas decorations which are meant to show the city’s traditional German heritage. At the center of Marktplatz will be a 26-foot-tall Christmas pyramid which is a common holiday fixture in market squares across Germany. The pyramid was manufactured last year by craftsmen from a Mainz-based company called Wibros. Christmas pyramids originate from the Erzebirge region of Eastern Germany. The region was originally known as a mining center, and when the mining industry began to lose importance, craftsmen in the region began to take up wood working. Today craftsmen in Erzebirge (which means Ore Mountains) are known for producing hand-crafted Christmas pyramids, nutcrackers, music boxes and other wooden figuA WIDE ASSORTMENT of delicious treats lausmarkt festivities held in downtown Fred- rines. will be available for purchase at the St. Niko- ericksburg. — Standard-Radio Post photo Traditional pyramids, which

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first appeared in the 16th century are carousel-like structures made of wood with Christmas motifs depicted on several levels. The pyramid’s rotation is traditionally caused by spinning propellers at the top which are powered by heat. Many towns in Germany have large-scale outdoor pyramids which are powered electrically. New to this year’s décor will be the addition of a 30-foot Christmas tree, which will be placed opposite the pyramid. Featured on the tree will be handcrafted ornaments made by local artisans. Additionally, all of the buildings in Fredericksburg’s historic district will be lined with white Christmas lights. Additionally, 80 wreaths, each five feet in diameter, with red bows, will adorn the utility poles on Main Street. Ropes of garland with lights will be strung across Main Street.

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‘Christmas Journey’ coming to life Bethany Lutheran Church to host drive-through tale The Christmas story will be illustrated once again this year by Bethany Lutheran Church when it hosts its annual holiday 6-8:30 p.m. drive-through style event, “A Christmas Journey”, on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 14-15. There is no admission, but donations will be accepted. Money raised will be given to the Fredericksburg Food Pantry. Families can see the story

of the birth of Jesus Christ — shown in nine scenes with live actors and animals — from the comfort their own vehicles or can ride through the presentation on one of several trailers supplied by the church. Volunteers will cover car headlights and then guide drivers to the tour’s start. Vehicles start in line on Schubert Street, turn right onto Adams Street and then take another right into Bethany Lutheran Church’s

back parking lot. The production has expanded to include a more lengthy drive along the woods of Town Creek before exiting onto Austin Street across from Security State Bank and Trust. The expansion was necessary in order to accommodate more interesting elements in the nine original scenes. For instance, an organizer explained, the innkeeper’s scene will feature a whole town.

THE PROPHECY of the coming of Christ greets visitors at Bethany Lutheran Church’s “A Christmas Journey” an annual drive-through tale scheduled this year Dec. 14-15. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Community invited to join Johnson for LBJ program Traditional tree lighting, music, more prelude to evening tours at park Continuing a holiday tradition started over 40 years ago by President Lyndon B. Johnson, locals and visitors will gather at the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site in Stonewall for the 43rd annual LBJ Tree Lighting Ceremony and Evening Tour Sunday, Dec. 16. This year’s event will coincide with the 100th anniversary of Lady Bird Johnson’s birthday on Dec. 22. On Dec. 16, the state park in conjunction with the adjacent LBJ National Historical Park will hold a tree lighting ceremony, evening tours, holiday music, refreshments and a visit from Santa Claus. Presenting the annual event

are the Texas Parks and Wildlife and the National Park Service along with members of the Stonewall community who also volunteer their time. Set to begin at 6 p.m., the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony starts at the Visitor Center of the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site, located just east of Stonewall on U.S. Highway 290. Members of the Johnson family traditionally are on hand that night at the park, which is named for the 36th U.S. president, to turn on the colorful lights strung on a large tree and to greet old friends and make new acquaintances. In conjunction with the tree lighting, a short program is

held in which representatives from Stonewall community churches participate. Elsewhere on the grounds, members of the Catholic Youth Organization present a live nativity scene. Following the ceremony, activities and entertainment are planned at the Visitor Center including ornament making, holiday music, the live nativity scene and a visit from Santa Claus. Light refreshments will also be available, and the park store Cont. on page 50 HOLIDAY GAMES AND activities will be offered as part of the the 43rd annual tree lighting ceremony Sunday, Dec. 16, at the LBJ State Park and Historic Site in Stonewall. — StandardRadio Post photo

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LBJ Tree Lighting Cont. from page 49

will be open to help shoppers houses. find unique items for those on There, visitors will see the their holiday lists. German Christmas theme carAs a part of the Tree Light- ried out. Standing in the paring, the National Park Ser- lor will be a Christmas tree vice is lighting up the LBJ decorated with cut-out cookRanch for the public to see, ies, popcorn chains, apples, and the Sauer-Beckmann Liv- oranges and lighted candles. ing History Farm inside the The tradition of putstate park will ting lighted be open to visicandles on tors. Christmas Visitors are trees actuencouraged to ally started in Tree Lighting Germany and wear comfortable shoes and is a prelude to Program bring a flashtoday’s mod& Holiday light for the ern electrical short “Walk lights. Tours Back in Time” In another • to the Sauerroom, visiBeckmann Dec. 16 - 6 p.m. tors find angel Farm and the chimes and an “Memory Walk” advent wreath to the statute of made of cedar. the former president. At the Sauer-Beckmann At the Sauer-Beckmann Farm, in the center of the Farm, state park personnel kitchen, the dining table is dressed in the style of the ear- laden with foods that have ly-1900s will greet visitors for been prepared by park intera walking tour through the preters.

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ONLY AT THE ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING will visitors be able to catch a glimpse of Santa Claus and Lucy Johnson, daughter of former president Lyndon B. Johnson. The LBJ

State Park and Historic Site in Stonewall will host the 43rd annual tree lighting ceremony Sunday, Dec. 16. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

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Fredericksburg, Texas was founded German Immigrants in Texas”. The charter May 8, 1846, and was settled under the of the society was issued by the Duchy of auspices of the “Society for the Protection of Nassau, (Germany) May 3, 1844.

BURG’S CORNER CHRISTMAS STOLLEN and other traditional treats will once again be served to celebrants by the Fredericksburg German Club during the Zweite Weihnachten reception celebrating a “second Christmas” on Wednesday, Dec. 26. — Standard-Radio Post Photo

Extend Christmas cheer at Zweite Weihnachten Helping the holiday spirit to linger just a little while longer will be Fredericksburg’s Zweite Weihnachten (Second Christmas) celebration. Planned the day after Christmas on Wednesday, Dec. 26, the customary German event will be hosted from 2-5 p.m. by the Fredericksburg German Club. Residents and visitors alike are invited to join for an afternoon of traditional German refreshments and fellowship at the Gillespie County Historical Society’s social hall, reachable through the Pioneer Museum entrance, 325 West Main Street. Zweite Weihnachten offers warm refreshments and traditional German baked goods such as Stollen and Glühwein (warmed wine). Participants join for the singing of traditional Christmas carols in German and there is always plenty of holiday fellowship to go around. Zweite Weihnachten was established long ago in Germany, when Christmas Day was actually considered a quiet time for religious reflection with close family and the day after Christmas was when

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AUF DEUTSCH?! No matter if a person speaks German or English, singing traditional carols will help extend the Christmas spirit one more day during the Zweite Weihnachten celebration planned Wednesday, Dec. 26. — Standard-Radio Post Photo

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Remember friends, welcome New Year with annual walks A chance to remember the past and welcome the future are offered through two special events on New Year’s Eve hosted by the Texas Volkssport Association. Memorial Walk The Annual Memorial Walk is planned Monday, Dec. 31, when walkers remember friends lost during the past year. This year’s New Year’s Eve will be headquartered at one of Gillespie County’s country schools to be announced at a later date. (Watch the Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post for details as the event date nears.) Anyone may begin the 10-kilometer (6.2-mile) walk between 9 a.m. and noon, but all walkers must be finished and off the route by 3 p.m.

A shorter distance will be available for those unable to complete the full 10 kilometers. Participants seeking IVV credit will pay a $3 fee, while those not interested in the credit may walk at no charge. Donations to help defray costs, however, are appreciated. There is no pre-registration; however, all participants must register and carry a start card. The route will be suitable for strollers and wheelchairs. Volkssporting events are non-competitive; participants are allowed plenty of time to complete the events. New Year’s Walk Later in the day well after the sun goes down, a tradition that began in the mid1980s will resume back at St.

OUT FOR A STROLL, a gentleman and his “best friend” take in the sights around Gillespie County as he sends off 2011 by participating in the Memorial Walk. The Dec. 31 event honors volkssporting friends lost during the year. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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A rockin’ time Enthusiasts of nature to mark Jan. 19-20 return of Gem & Mineral Show

For those who have an interest in the beauty that nature has to offer, the 44th Annual Gem and Mineral Show might just be the ticket when it returns to Fredericksburg Jan. 19-20, 2013. Whether it involves jewelry-making, panning for gold or fossil-finding, the show is annually popular with both experts and amateurs who travel here from around the country to see just what can be done with gems and minerals. Hours for the show at Pioneer Pavilion inside Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park are generally 9 a.m. until 6 pm. on Saturday and from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Sunday. Parking and admission are free.

The two-day event will again feature demonstrations and exhibits along with booths where dealers will be on hand to buy, sell and trade gemstones, arrowheads, fossils, geodes, meteorites, and mineral specimens, along with rough and polished rocks. There will be demonstrations involving jewelry-makCont. on page 56 THOUSANDS of gemstones and other naturally-forming eye-catchers attract people from all over the Texas Hill County to the annual Gem and Mineral Show. The next edition is slated for Jan. 19-20, 2013. — StandardRadio Post photo

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Two walking events Joseph’s Halle with a social and New Year‘s Walk. The social of wine, cheese and sweets will start at 11 p.m. Cost is by donation.

The walk itself gets underway for all participants promptly at midnight when churches around Fredericksburg ring their bells to greet

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the new year. The guided 10-kilometer trek will take walkers over city streets and near some of Fredericksburg’s more-colorful

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holiday light displays. A 5K walk is also available. 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. The route is suitable for strollers, but because of night visibility concerns, it is unsuitable for wheelchairs. All participants should carry flashlights. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an

adult on either the afternoon or evening walk. Pets are to be kept on a leash at all times and are not allowed in the building. Disclaimers for the walking events must be signed. Restrooms will be available at the start/finish location. More information about the Texas Volkssport Association is available online at www. walktexas.org. Information is also available by calling 210496-1402.

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Gem & Mineral Show ing, lapidary techniques, fluorescent rocks, minerals, and fossils. Fredericksburg Rockhounds members will be on hand to identify “mystery” rocks and to show some of their collections. In past years, the Gold Panners Association of America has set up a sluice and provided pans for gold-hunting enthusiasts to sift through Llano River earth in search of gold. The Rockhounds welcome children and families looking for a fun learning experience. The show offers inexpensive items for sale as well as rare pieces worth thousands of dollars. Hourly drawings for free door prizes will be held throughout the show. Also, tickets for a prize drawing will be sold and winning ticket holders will be announced at the conclusion of the show on Sunday afternoon. More information on the Fredericksburg Rockhounds’ organization is available at fredericksburgrockhounds. org. Gillespie County source of gems, minerals Although Gillespie County is not one of the better-known havens for gemstone collectors, there is still and abundance of interesting rocks and fossils to be found in the Fredericksburg area.

Residents here, as well as out-of-town “rockhounds,” have made it a practice from time to time to comb the surrounding countryside looking for stones of interest. The chief specimen in Gillespie County and elsewhere in the “Llano uplift” is granite, found mostly in red, pink and some brownish hues. Certainly the most impressive example of granite in Gillespie County (and adjoining Llano County to the north) is Enchanted Rock, that high monolith located due north of Fredericksburg along Ranch Road 965. Other minerals found here besides granite which are of interest to rock enthusiasts include quartz crystals and epidote. Further south, closer to Fredericksburg and also along Ranch Road 965, is another granite concentration which is well-known to localities – Bear Mountain – where some of the world’s highest quality red granite is quarried. Perhaps the richest section of the county — mineral-wise — is northeast Gillespie County near the Llano County line in the area called the “Willow City Loop”, off Texas Highway 16. Texas Rocks and Minerals, a publication of Bureau of Economic Geology, tells of early mineral exploration in that area where finds of soapstone,

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serpentine, gold garnet, talc, asbestos and amethyst have been recorded. A green serpentine mine is in operation there, providing supplies of that substance for the construction industry. Serpentine in that region is available to collectors only on the public road where it is used as a base. Serpentine is popular among rockhounds for carving.

To the west of Fredericksburg, off U.S. Highway 87, is another valuable concentration for industrial use – gypsum. A large gypsum pit mine operates in that area where calcite crystals are also reported. Not far away, approximately nine miles west of Fredericksburg, there is a cut in the rock along U.S. Highway 87 that contains deposits of quartz

crystals in limestone. Since the cut is on a public highway right-of-way, rocks there are considered “collectible” by local gem enthusiasts. Of course, too, with the great concentration of limestone throughout the Hill Country, there are ample fossil deposits for collectors in Gillespie County. In all rock-hunting cases, Fredericksburg Rockhounds recommend and abide by a credo that no collecting of minerals is done anywhere without first obtaining permission from the landowner. Also, they recommend that collectors leave no traces of their outing, especially discarded garbage. A chance to see the gems and minerals of Gillespie County — or those from elsewhere in the state, nation and the world, for that matter — without having to search them out along creek beds, over pastures and in fields is provided in Fredericksburg at the Gem and Mineral Show held each January at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park.

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Chorale rejoicing in 27th year Concert group comprised of Hill Country residents For more than a quarter of a century, the Fredericksburg Chorale under the direction of Mark Hierholzer has been presenting new compositions and classic vocal pieces for its Texas Hill Country neighbors. In its 27 th year, the chorale is made up of area residents whose ages range from 13 to 94 years.

Among its year-long schedule of programs, the chorale offers a concert series called Dialogues and Dances that schedules performances at 7 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month. The concerts, held at the Hill Country University Center, feature original vocal and instrumental compositions

and improvisations. In addition, members of the chorale also present several special concerts throughout the year. As part of the holiday season, the Fredericksburg Chorale will present its Christmas program on Friday, Nov. 30, at 7 p.m. and again on Saturday, Dec. 1, at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.

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All three performances will be at St. Joseph’s Halle. The group’s midwinter concert will follow in February. Performances will be Saturday, Feb. 2, at 3 p.m. and at 7 p.m., also at St. Joseph’s Halle. The spring concert will be at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, May 18, in St. Joseph’s Halle. For those interested in joining the chorale, rehearsals are held Monday evenings from 7-8:30 p.m. at Bethany Lutheran. Semester membership dues are $55 for adults and $25 for students. Scholarships are available. Anyone interested in singing is invited to join the group for which there are no auditions.

Hierholzer is the composer of numerous published chorale pieces and has performed widely on piano, organ, accordion and guitar. “The vision of the chorale is to include all in the Hill Country to participate actively in the creation of a true and lasting community choir,” he said. “This is done by calling on everyone to participate with energy in truly valuable work.” “We welcome guests and family members of all ages to participate in the Monday evening rehearsals by simply coming to listen, to ask questions or to sing along,” he said. For more information, email info@fredericksburgchorale. com or call 997-6869.

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Drum sticks, anyone? FISD Bands to perform Feb. 3 while serving up turkey dinners in annual fundraiser at fair grounds

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Dishing up a steaming, hot turkey dinner with all the trimmings and an afternoon of live music and prize giveaways will be the Annual Fredericksburg Band Boosters Turkey Dinner here on Sunday, Feb. 3. The fundraiser offers a tasty way for the community to support the Fredericksburg Independent School District’s band program for middlethrough high school-aged student musicians. As has been the case for many years, the time-honored event is scheduled inside the large Gillespie County Fair Grounds Exhibition Hall, just off Texas Highway 16 South. Planned for the menu that day will be $8 plates consisting of turkey and dressing, green beans, buttered noodles, cranberry sauce, bread, cake and a beverage. Serving both in the hall and in the drive-through lane will

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PUTTING THE SHOW in the phrase “dinner and a show” at the annual Fredericksburg Band Boosters Turkey Dinner, student musicians in each of the middle school and high school bands take turns performing for their supporters. The music will start around 1 p.m. while planned during intermissions is a large prize giveaway. — StandardRadio Post photo

burg Middle School will take Throughout the day, prize turns performing to entertain drawings will be held to award on-site diners, starting at 1 a long list of locally-donated p.m. items and services. Tickets for the drawing will also be made available in advance from band students or for purchase at the door at a cost of $1 each or six tickets for $5. Proceeds from the event serve as the main fundraiser for the year for the FISD Band Boosters, which support the band organizations by purchasing instruments, equipment and uniforms, as well as providing for supplemental travel and contest expenses. This fall football season, the FHS Marching Band debuted new marching uniforms. ADDING A LITTLE FUN into the recipe for the Fredericksburg Band Boosters Turkey Dinner, volunteers like this one often don unusual hats instead of hair nets in the serving line that feeds hundreds of people turning out for the annual event a the Gillespie County Fair Grounds. This year’s event is planned for Sunday, Feb. 3. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Galleries open doors for First Friday Art Walk Demonstrations, special events, receptions at monthly events Thirteen art galleries offer a full day of special events, shows, demonstrations, artist appearances and more as part of the monthly celebration, First Friday Art Walk Fredericksburg. Most galleries open at 10 a.m. and extend their hours to 8 p.m. for the first Friday Art Walk to allow everyone ample time to make it to all participating venues. In addition to the art, each gallery serves wine from Becker Vineyards, Grape Creek Vineyards and Torre De Pietra. Some locations are also offering entertainment. A schedule of events is posted the week of the event on the FFAWF website at www. artwalkfbg.com. Following is a list of the participating galleries and upcoming events planned at each during the coming

house, Agave is also the working studio of John Bennett, Texas State Artist 2010. The gallery is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (or by request).

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A SPECIAL flag marks each of the galleries participating in the First Friday Art Walk Fredericksburg. — StandardRadio Post photo

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Artisans at Rocky Hill, showcasing a diverse collection of locally created craft alongside fine art, offers a variety of fall and winter happenings. The upcoming schedule of events is as follows: •Oct. 5, noon to 8 p.m. — Pottery demonstrations in the courtyard with Al and Jeni Hoeksema, Anna Elrod, Sherri Jo Adams and Susan Ehlers. •Oct. 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. — Pottery demonstrations in the courtyard with Al and Jeni Hoeksema, Susan Page and Eric Jackson. •Nov. 2, 5-8 p.m. — Opening reception “Oil and Water” featuring Fredericksburg artists Melissa Starry and Marion Loucks. The exhibit continues through Nov. 17. •Nov. 3, 2-5 p.m. — Oil painting demonstration by Marion Loucks and mixed media demonstration by Melissa Starry. •Dec. 7, noon to 8 p.m. — “’Tis the Season for Jewels,” a trunk show and demonstrations by Anna Elrod of Austin (beading with semi-precious

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stones), Michele Thomas of Boerne (precious metal clay), Nicole Lozano of Bulverde (fused glass and torch work) and Julie Konvicka of Austin (sterling silver). •Dec. 14, 5-8 p.m. — Artisans celebrates its “Eighth Annual Holiday Celebration of Art.” •Jan. 4, 5-8 p.m. — Celebrate a new year of art. •Feb. 1, 5-8 p.m. — Showcasing art by the students of Suzanne McComack of the Heritage School. •March 1, 5-8 p.m. — Opening reception featuring the mixed media art of Casey Craig of Wimberley. The exhibit continues through March 16. •March 2, 2-5 p.m. — Mixed media demonstration by Casey Craig.

Cowboy Bronze began with local sculptor and potter Bub Vickers. After two years of showcasing his impressionistic western bronze sculptures and hand-crafted pottery, the gallery has expanded to include other western artists. Currently featured are pastel paintings by Karen Cooper. More artists will be added in the coming months, including a water colorist and pencil artist. Events, shows and scheduling will be announced, and updates will be posted on the gallery’s website and on Facebook.

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The Charles Beckendorf Gallery is dedicated to the works of Texas artist Charles Beckendorf. Original paintings in acrylic and watercolor, limited edition prints, oversized hand water-colored prints, small water-colored limited edition prints, books and bronzes are available at the gallery in all price ranges. The gallery is open daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and from 1-5 p.m. on Sunday. •Oct. 27 — Fall Show. •Dec. 8 — Christmas Show.

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Fredericksburg Art Gallery opened in 1986 and is now in its 14th year of operation. The gallery is owned by Jim and Donna Strickland, who started her first gallery in 1976. Fredericksburg Art Gallery specializes in original paintings and bronzes by celebrated and emerging artists from Texas and beyond. They also offer custom picture framing, Christian and inspirational

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Galleries Cont. from page 61 books and gifts, fine art glass, photography, crafts and giclee reproductions by gallery artists. Fredericksburg Art Gallery schedule for First Friday Art Walk: •October — David N. Camp, C.S. Talley and Guy Morrow will present “Hill Country Textures.” The threeman show opens with an artist reception on Friday, Oct. 5, from 6-8 p.m. •November — “Contemporary Masters Invitational Fall Event” featuring new works by Texas artists, Phil Bob Borman, Donald Darst, Greg Glowka, Travis Keese, Glenn Lyles, Fran Rowe, Jack Terry and Kay Walton. The opening reception is Nov. 2 from 6-8 p.m. •December — “Christmas Open House.” New original works from all gallery artists. A reception and holiday cheer will be offered on Friday, Dec. 7, from 6-8 p.m. •February — “Annual Everlasting Flowers Show.” Gallery artists have created one original everlasting flower for this special event that opens with a reception on Friday, Feb. 1, from 6-8 p.m. •May — “From Above.” The third annual one-man show for Phil Bob Borman opens with a reception on Friday, May 3, from 6-8 p.m.

nized in 1971 by John McClusky, offers affordable, original art from local artists. A non-profit status was obtained in 1981, and over the years, the Fredericksburg Art Guild has evolved into a working artist studio/gallery. Visitors are welcome and encouraged to watch for special events and classes. •Oct. 5 — “Monochromatic Madness” continues through Oct. 28. •Nov. 2 — Opening Reception “Defining ABSTRACT.” •Dec. 7 — “Defining ABSTRACT” continues through Dec. 30. •January — “Who Knew”, a Juried Art Show featuring the students of Truby Hardin. February — “Sweet Treats” featuring work by elementary school children from the Fredericksburg area who participated in the July, 2012, and January, 2013, classes offered by Nancy Hardison, Fredericksburg Art Guild. •March — “Mindscapes” features art that represents the imaginative mind of the artist.

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objective art, including paintings, drawings and sculpture by a variety of artists. With shows and exhibits throughout the year, Galeria 19 Fine Art welcomes everyone to stop by and visit and view its selection of art work.

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The Good Art Company features the largest variety of art from Texas and international artists. The diverse collection, displayed in a restored historical building, ranges from traditional to contemporary and everything in between. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sundays. The Good Art Company events include the following: •October — Featured will be artist Marianna Lively and her new collection of oil paintings. •November — Lee Casbeer and Teri Jo McReynolds will present a twoperson show. Casbeer will present “Beneath the Surface” and McReynolds will offer “Reflections” Scenes Across Texas. •December — An exhibit by Impas-

ART in a variety of forms is featured at 13 galleries participating in the First Friday Art Walk Fredericksburg. Along with special events, most galleries serve refreshments that include wine from local wineries. — Standard-Radio Post photo to artist Jim Phipps will feature scenes from the Texas Hill Country and New Mexico. •January — The Good Art Company 3rd Annual Artist of the Year show. •February — “A One Woman Show”

featuring a new contemporary collection by local artist Deborah Harrington. •March- May — Texas Spring Art Exhibit is a compilation of Texas art-

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Galleries ists displaying work in a variety of mediums, subjects and styles, including realism, contemporary and traditional. •May — Spring Artist Retreat and Workshop. Botanical artist Nancy Medina will lead a three-day workshop that focuses on working with real flowers while learning the basics of composition and creating color.

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InSight Gallery represents a group of painters and sculptors working in landscape, figurative, still life, impressionistic, wildlife, sporting and Western Art. The gallery is home to numerous award-winning Oil Painters of America, Cowboy Artist of America, Prix de West, American Impressionist Society Masters and Autry/Masters of the American West artists. InSight Gallery is housed in a restored historic building with 8,000 square feet of gallery show space. Recently featured in Western Art Collector, John Geraghty, trustee and special advisor for the Autry National Center’s Masters of the American West Fine Art Exhibition, calls InSight Gallery “one of the more prominent fine art galleries in the country.” InSight schedule: •Oct. 5-22 — “Nature’s Inspiration” featuring Jill Carver, Tim Cherry and Louisa McElwain. •Oct. 26 through Nov. 12 — “The Fruits of Their Labor” featuring Aleksander and Lyuba Titovets. •Nov. 16 through Dec. 26 — Small Works Show. •March 1-22 — Texas Masters Annual Group Show.

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Cont. from page 62 antiques, Larry and Jeannie Jackson keep their gallery filled with everchanging and diverse art acquired from estates all over the U.S. Texas art is favored, but the gallery includes paintings and sculpture from varied places and times. They feature works from current artists as well as collected and listed artists of the past. The Jacksons have a 35-year reputation as knowledgeable buyers, sellers, appraisers and consigners of art and antiques. Gallery events are planned on a monthly basis, depending on what collection comes in the month before. The gallery is open six days a week and is one of the founding participants of First Friday Art Walk.

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Artist Carlos Moseley and his wife, Carol, invite everyone to stop by River Rustic Gallery and browse their selection of original artwork. Moseley has been featured on “Texas Country Reporter” and has had articles written about his rock art. He uses what nature has provided to create one-of-a-kind pieces, whether it is a funny face, a reminder of the past, a pet or something whimsical.

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A “jewel box” of artists are featured at the RS Hanna Gallery. Original works by artists working in oils, watercolors, bronze and wood and featured. The schedule for the RS Hanna Gallery follows: •Oct. 1-31 — “Timeless Expressions” featuring Dan Beck, Peter Fiore and Marc Hanson. •Nov.1-30 — “Spirit of the Horse” with Lindsey Bittner Graham, Elizabeth Pollie and Daniel Glanz.

•Nov. 15 through Dec. 15 — Women Artists of the West 42nd Annual National Exhibition. •Jan. 4-31 — “Figuratively Speaking.” •Feb. 1-22 — “Between the Sea & Sky.” •March 1-30 – “Waltz Across Texas.”

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Whistle Pik Galleries, Fredericksburg’s first national art gallery, was opened in 1995 by Tim and Pamela Taylor. It offers traditional original paintings and bronzes from over 50 artists. Showcased in two galleries, visitors will find art that includes landscape, still life, portrait, wildlife, European, western, Texas Hill Country scenes and more. Estate art and art from private collections is also available. Whistle Pik Galleries is one of only two galleries in the United States to represent the original work of Texas artist G. Harvey. His original paintings are available for purchase, as well as limited edition prints, canvas prints, books and bronzes. Events: •Oct. 5 through Nov. 30 — 2012 Fall National Show. Opening artist reception from 6-8 p.m. on Oct. 5. •Dec. 3-22 — Small Masterpieces Show. Artist demonstrations from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Dec. 7. •Jan. 4-26 — Small Masterpieces Show. Artist reception on Jan. 4. •Feb. 1-28 — “All You Need is Love…and ART!” Opening reception on Feb. 1. •Feb. 1-16 — Art Education Exhibition. Reception on Feb. 1. •March 1-30 — True Texas Treasures Show. Opening reception on March 1 from 6-8 p.m.

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FISD Community Ed offers wide variety of classes Visitors spending an extended stay locally can pick up a new skill or learn more about the local community through one of many classes available through the Fredericksburg Independent School District’s Community Education program. Interested in computers? There are classes galore, Community Education Director Carol Reeh said. A wide range of arts and crafts classes are offered, along with sessions on exercise, yoga, Zumba, fly fishing, knitting, bridge, investment and money management, piano, country and western dancing, polka, Latin and ballroom dance, dog obedience, sign language, geocaching, overnight and longer trips. Adult volleyball and basketball are offered, as is hunter education. After-school and summer classes for youngsters are scheduled in arts and crafts, cooking/baking, tennis, volleyball, baseball, basketball, football, cheerleading, softball, theater, science and

more. Some state-mandated classes are also offered. For Kid’s Sake is for parents who are going through a divorce, Minor’s Alcohol, and Defensive Driving are offered as is Parenting with Love and Logic classes in English and in Spanish. Enrollment in community education continues to grow, Reeh said. Times and locations of classes vary. Some are given during the day, as well as evenings and weekends on Fredericksburg Independent School District campuses, at the central office and at local businesses.

Registration fees for classes are kept as low as possible so that as many people as possible can take advantage of programs, Reeh said. “We’re always looking for new ideas and instructors to meet the needs of our growing and ever changing community,” Reeh said. Her office is at 234 Friendship Lane in the FISD Administration Building. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mrs. Reeh can be reached at 830-997-7182 or via email at carolr@fisd.org. Brochures — about 14,000

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years earlier, in 1865. on Marktplatz in downtown The story says that Brodbeck Fredericksburg. flew his “airship” on Sept. 20, 1865, in an area about three miles east of Luckenbach. Reports have it that while the flight was “successful,” it ended HealtHcare in a crash landing for tHe that destroyed e ntire family the craft. Brodbeck was not Karen G. Cornett, M.D. badly injured in the incident. John P. Ramsay, M.D. It has also been Nancy M. Rickerhauser, M.D. Brodbeck said that his “airKristi A. Stafford, M.D. plane” had wings, Family Medicine a propeller, a rudder and was with powered by coiled springs. Obstetrics Apparently, Brodbeck gave up the idea for his flying machine Suzanne E. Ellison, M.D. when he was unable to get a patent for the device. Matthew J. Hoermann, M.D. He was born in 1821 and Family Medicine died in 1910, seven years after the Wright brothers’ flights. Board Certified Some in the Hill Country refer ameriCan Board of family mediCine to Brodbeck as the “Father of U.S. Aviation,” and maintain Erika B. Benfield, that he has not received the MSN, RN, FNP-C proper recognition for his feat. Nurse Practitioner In order to provide him recognition in his home com200 W. Windcrest st. munity, his descendants fredericksburg, texas have erected a monument 78624-4408 Order reprints of 830.997.0330

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Gillespie Fair celebrating 125th year in 2013 Special events, activities added to calendar to mark milestone Even before the current closed at the Gillespie County the Gillespie County Fair and making plans for their 125th spring and summer season Fair Grounds, officials with Festivals Association started year-long celebration in 2013. In 2012, the Gillespie County Fair and Festivals Association sponsored the Scholarship Fest, eight days of live parimutuel horse racing, dancing, professional bull riding and the “oldest, continuous county fair in Texas”. And while things may have quieted down a bit for the time being, the Gillespie County Fair Grounds this fall and winter will still be the site of antique shows, gun and knife shows, livestock shows and more that are sponsored by other organizations. Plans are in the works for a variety of activities in 2013 to celebrate the 125th year. Information on each of the events will be announced in EIGHT DAYS of live pari-mutuel horse racing Association, the live race dates include July the regular weekly issues of are planned for the 2013 summer season at 6-7, July 20-21, Aug. 10-11 and Aug. 24-25. the Fredericksburg StandardRadio Post. the Gillespie County Fair Grounds. Sponsored — Standard-Radio Post Photo Officially kicking off the 125th by the Gillespie County Fair and Festivals

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year will be a New Year’s Eve Dance on Monday, Dec. 31, in the Exhibition Hall at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds. Providing the dancing music that night will be Jim Byrom. Plans are also being made to bring back the Easter Fires of Fredericksburg pageant on Saturday, March 31. The schedule continues with the annual Scholarship Fest on Saturday, April 27. Scholarship Fest activities include a cook-off, entertainment, dinner and prize drawing. Purpose of the event is to raise money for scholarships for high school students in Fredericksburg and Harper. Another eight-day schedule of pari-mutuel horse racing kicks off with the July Fourth Weekend Racing Festival on Saturday and Sunday, July 6-7. Horse racing continues on Cont. on page 69

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Saturday and Sunday, July 20-21, as part of the Fredericksburg Texas Fest Race Meet. The Gillespie Race Meet is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 10-11. Four days of activities are planned for the 125 th Gil-

lespie County Fair Aug. 22-25 including two days of racing on Aug. 24-25. The Fourth Fredericksburg PBR will be held Sept. 14. The Gillespie County Fair and Festivals Association is celebrating an almost continuous history of family entertainment and participation that has spanned 125 years. The first Gillespie County Fair was held east of Fredericksburg at the site of the abandoned Fort Martin Scott on U.S. Highway 290 East in 1881. The properPROFESSIONAL bull riding will return for a ty had been fourth year to the Gillespie County Fair Grounds p u r c h a s e d in September of 2013. — Standard-Radio Post by John W.

Braeutigam after the Civil War in 1870, and became “Braeutigam’s Garten”. The abandoned fort parade grounds was dragged by logs for use as the first race track. In 1889, the fair site was moved to Central Park, where the Turner Hall now stands. Two fairs were held there with such events as athletic contests and a horse-powered merry-go-round. The race track was approximately two blocks long on East Travis Street. In 1892, the Gillespie County Fair Association was formed. Also that year, the fair moved to its third site in the 400 block between South Adams and South Lincoln streets. The approximately 40 acres of land was purchased for $2,500. Known as the “old fair grounds”, the first fair was held at this site Sept. 24-28, 1892. This site remained the home of the Gillespie County Fair through 1975.

The first president of the Gillespie County Fair Association was L. Hagen, and during his tenure, some exhibit buildings and a mile-long race track were built. A partnership, the Gillespie County Fair and Improvement Company, was formed Feb. 10, 1905. They bought all property and buildings from the incorporated Fair Association for $4,000. Henry Wahrmund was the first president of the new company. The first fair staged by the new company was on Sept. 16-18, 1905. In 1913, the association sold part of its property to the San Antonio, Fredericksburg and Northern Railroads for a depot. The exhibit hall was first used as a ticket and express office. Also in 1913, another small exhibition hall was added on the fair grounds to display goods. Soda water stands and ticket booths were also added. Small parcels of land were sold along the northern edge

of the grounds for residential purposes in 1914. Owners of Morris Ranch built the first horse stables and tack rooms. Max Hirsch, a well-known jockey and trainer, rode and trained horses that raced in the races at the Gillespie County Fairs. Later, he also trained horses that won the Kentucky Derby and the Triple Crown. A special attraction at the 1916 fair was the flight of an airship. Jack Miller made the flight and was killed on the grounds when his plane crashed with him on board. Early fair promoters also staged a balloon ascent with Professor Phillips in charge. In 1926, the polo rage hit Fredericksburg and the local team played Stonewall. Rodeos were added in the early1930s. For many years, baseball games provided entertainment with the Fredericksburg Cont. on page 80

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Heritage helps defines community Fredericksburg can be defined by its heritage; without the past, the present town might not exist. The influence of the German founders of this town can still be felt today. To look at Fredericksburg’s history is to start with its beginning, which was more than 160 years ago, when it was founded on May 8, 1846 by a group of 120 settlers led by John O. Meusebach, who is revered today as the city’s founding father and who is depicted by a statue in his likeness on Marktplatz (the city’s downtown square). He is honored each year during the Gillespie County His-

torical Society’s Founders Day observance. Included in the first group of Fredericksburg residents were German noblemen (from the Society for the Protection of German Immigrants in Texas). Meusebach (who was one of those German noblemen) was originally named Baron Ottfried Hans von Meusebach at birth in Dillenburg, Nassau. He changed his name when he came to Texas and became a naturalized citizen under that name. The group that arrived here had traveled in 20 two-wheel Mexican-made carts drawn by oxen.

As they settled in, each family received a 100-foot by 200foot Townlot and a 10-acre “Outlot”, the latter of which was to be used as farm land. The colony grew and by 1850 there were 1,235 inhabitants in the county, 754 of whom resided inside Fredericksburg. According to 2011 population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, approximate- AN EARLY DAY sketch by pioneer artist Herman Lungkwitz ly 25,114 people reside in Gil- depicts how the countryside around Fredericksburg looked

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lespie County. Among the first challenges to the homesteaders were cholera and other illnesses, as well as the threat of Indians. Meusebach negotiated a peace treaty with the Indians and that agreement is celebrated for never having been broken. On several occasions, Indian tribes gathered here for Inter-Tribal PowWow activities. Gillespie County was created Feb. 23, 1848 and named for Captain Robert A. Gillespie, who died in the Battle of Mon-

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Medical community ready to assist locals, visitors When people consider moving to a new community, the quality of the medical care is high on their list of priorities. Fortunately, whether dealing with something as minor as a lost contact lens or as major as a fracture or worse, it can be said that the Fredericksburg medical community is up to the challenge. For a town its size, Fredericksburg has an unusually large number of physicians, dentists, counselors, optometrists and other specialists who are ready to help residents of the surrounding Texas Hill Country area. The following is a list of names, phone numbers and addresses that might be useful:

ALLERGY Tracy A. Byerly, MD, 205 W. Windcrest, Suite 210, 997-4000; Michael L. Walker, MD, 206 W. Windcrest, 997-0252. ANESTHESIA Thomas C. Gunning III, MD; Mark A. Meeks, MD; John D. Westfall, MD, 415 S. Washington, 997-9170. AUDIOLOGY Tracy A. Byerly, MD, 205 W. Windcrest, Suite 210, 997-4000. CARDIOLOGY Kevin M. Gallagher, DO, PhD; Mell C. Jackson, Jr.; Jeffrey N. Whitehill, MD, 205 West Windcrest, Suite 230,

990-9994. Michael B. Melucci, MD; A. Charles Rabinowitz, MD; Javier RomanGonzales, MD, 205 West Windcrest, Suite 140, 997-0296. CARDIOLOGY (PEDIATRIC) Rolando Zamora-Salinas, MD, (San Antonio – 210-614-3264 or 800-697-7008). DERMATOLOGY Cynthia Olfers Clegg, MD; Michael W. Braden, MD; Michael J. Majors, MD, 95 East Highway Street, 9970898. EAR-NOSE-THROAT (Otolaryngology) Charles J. Ballay, MD, 1331 Bandera Hwy, Suite 1A, Kerrville, 830896-8001. Tracy A. Byerly, MD, 205 W. Windcrest, Suite 210, 997-4000. Michael L. Walker, MD, 206 West Windcrest, 997-0252. EMERGENCY MEDICINE David A. Cantu, MD; Peter A. Coldwell, MD; Ramon A. Garcia, MD; Felice H. Howard, MD; Dan E. Ramsey, MD; Bruce E. Scaff, MD; Oliver A. Williams, MD, 1020 South State Highway 16, 997-4353. FACIAL PLASTIC SURGERY Michael L. Walker, MD, 206 West Windcrest, 997-0252. FAMILY PRACTICE Charles E. Burg, MD; Rebecca W. Daley, DO; Jeffrey R. Holt, MD; J. Rad Kothmann, MD, 1308 South State Highway 16, 997-2181. Suzanne E. Ellison, MD; Matthew J. Hoermann, MD; 200 West Windcrest, Suite 200, 997-0330. David A. Cantu, MD; Yvonne K. Haug, MD, 1305 North Milam, 9977626. Christa E. O’Leary, DO, Jason N. Peet, MD, 110 E. Live Oak, 9975559.

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Nancy K. Thompson, MD, 997-5668, 205 West Windcrest, Suite 310. Melissa A. George, MD, 816 Reuben St., 997-2745. Philip J. Maple, MD; Jennifer K. Mayben, MD, MPH; Leo C. Tynan, III, MD, 1308 South State Highway 16, 997-2181. NEUROLOGY Leigh Anne Bains, MD, 205 West Windcrest, Suite 120, 997-3283. Theresa S. Wiginton, MD, 205 West Windcrest, Suite 310, 9972191. Ronald A. Stotz, MD, 1009 S. Milam, No. 4, 990-0064. OB/GYN Michael G. Campbell, MD, 820 Reuben St., Suite B, 997-2191. Jennifer Woerner Dulaney, MD, 816 Reuben St., 997-3132. ONCOLOGY Mark C. DeLeon, MD, 204 West Schubert, 990-0255. Rebecca E. Barrington, MD, 694 Hill Country Drive, Kerrville, 830792-3434. OPHTHALMOLOGY Anne C. Pluenneke, MD; Martha Ann Walton, MD, 755 S. Washington, 997-6535. ORTHOPEDICS Joseph M. Cohn, MD; J. Steven Hoerster, MD; Daniel B. Robertson, MD; P. Charles Romanick, MD, 204 West Windcrest, 997-4043. PATHOLOGY Shari L. Addington, MD; Carl R. Evans, MD; William W. Hinchey, MD; George W. Reichel, MD; Cliff M. Richmond, MD; Brian D. Towell, MD, 1006 South State Highway 16, Suite G, 997-1327. PEDIATRICS Andrea Bray, MD; Rick M. Dulaney, MD, 816 Reuben St., 9973132.

Felice H. Howard, MD, 997-1436, Nancy K. Thompson, MD, 997-5668, 205 West Windcrest, Suite 310. PLASTIC SURGERY Ernest G. Layton, Jr., MD, 251 Cully Drive, Suite A, Kerrville, 830792-3702. PODIATRY Roger G. Moblad, DPM, 1308 South State Highway 16, 997-2181. Angela L Schladoer, DPM, CWS, 307 South Washington, 997-7779. PSYCHIATRY ADULT AND PEDIATRIC Michelle L. Cantu, MD; Susan K. Wynne, MD, 205 West Windcrest, Suite 310, 210-615-8900. PULMONOLOGY Kenneth Terrell, MD, 205 West Windcrest, Suite 310, 997-1010. RADIOLOGY W.E. (Gene) Bishop, MD; Tyson D. MD; Robert R. Murray, MD; Hale, Joe M. Pruneda, MD; R. Gayle Williams, MD, 1020 South State Highway 16, 997-1268. RHEUMATOLOGY Chelsea I. Clinton, MD, 1009 South Milam, Number 3, 210-5910688. SURGICAL ASSISTANCE (Board Certified Urologist-Retired / scheduled through your surgeon) William A. Freeborn, 1020 South State Highway 16, 997-4353. UROLOGY ADULT AND PEDIATRIC Michael C. Jones, MD, 703 South Adams, 997-9507. Andrew P. Rockwood, MD, 213 East San Antonio, 997-0813. VASCULAR SURGERY Andrew N. Bowser, MD; Joseph F. Vinas, MD, 205 West Windcrest, Suite 350, 997-7138.

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A-L-L W-E-L-C-O-M-E or C-O-M-E B-A-C-K City street signs offer message to visitors Few people traveling up and down Fredericksburg’s streets these days ever give any thought as to how they were named. When the town’s planners picked names for the streets on the main thoroughfare, they encoded into the names of consecutive streets a ‘welcome’ and a ‘goodbye’. Most of the city byways have large signs showing the name of the street and an illustration of the Vereins Kirche, a symbol of Fredericksburg that stands in the center of the city on Marktplatz. The Vereins Kirche through the years has become a commonly-recognized landmark of Fredericksburg and placing a sketch of the venerable structure on the street signs was a part of the city’s “dressing up” for the 125th anniversary of the founding of Fredericksburg in 1971.

Among the more German names of streets is Ufer, which runs parallel to Main Street and three blocks south. Ufer, in English, means stream bank, and undoubtedly was so named because it runs along the southern bank of Baron’s Creek, the main stream that flows through the city. Originally, the street that runs along the north side of the creek was probably called Bach Strasse, but was translated to Creek Street when all of the city’s streets were first officially named and marked after the city was incorporated in 1933. It was several years later that the Fredericksburg Lions Club took on the project of giving all the streets names and purchased and installed street signs. It was then that it was decided to name the streets running north and south across Main

to spell out words. Starting at Courthouse Square, all of the streets crossing Main to the east were named so that their first letters would spell out “All Welcome”. These streets are Adams, Llano, Lincoln, Washington, Elk, Lee, Columbus, Olive, Mesquite and Eagle. Traveling west from the Courthouse Square, the streets spell out “Come Back”. These street names are Crockett, Orange, Milam, Edison, Bowie, Acorn, Cherry and Kay. Many of the streets found throughout the city are named in honor of trees -- Mesquite, Cherry, Cottonwood, Hackberry, Liveoak, Mulberry, Apple, Orange, Plum, Pear, Pecan, Poplar, Spruce, Sycamore and Walnut. Naturally, there is a street

named Peach, in honor of the county’s most popular and prolific fruit. There is an Elk Street and a Deerwood Street, but no deer street. There are several named for famous native son Admiral Chester W. Nimitz, including Nimitz Street, Nimitz Drive, Nimitz Circle and Nimitz Parkway. But, there are no Johnson streets or Meusebach streets. There is a Bunny Drive, in the shadow of Cross Mountain, which is undoubtedly named for the city’s famed Easter Fires characters. There are some unusual street names, such as Kraupahen, a contraction of the names of Mayor Edward Krauskopf and Commissioners Willie Pape and Max T. Henke, who were in office when the streets were named. And when the new Freder-

icksburg Post Office was built, the city named a street there “Theodore Specht Drive” in honor of the city’s first postmaster. Actually, there were some streets named before the project began in the early-1930’s, among them San Antonio, Travis and Austin Streets, which retained their old names. However, what is today known as Main Street was originally San Saba Street. Despite the fact that all of the streets in the city are now named, chances are that if one meets a native of long standing in the community and asks directions, he’ll give directions using landmarks in the city, by prominent businesses or houses, or by sketching out a route on a slip of paper. Fredericksburg, while having gained many metropolitan ways in the past 30 or 40 Cont. on page 84

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Gillespie Fair Giants and other teams playing along with some Little League all-star teams in later years. Karl Klaerner’s Band initiated the custom of parading and playing on Main Street each morning of the fair. A 2,000-seat grandstand was built in 1926, and in 1928, the new 150’x100’ exhibition hall was completed. On April 28, 1921, the Gillespie County Fair and Improvement Company was incorporated under the laws of the State of Texas and the name was changed to the Gillespie County Fair Association. All fairs were cancelled due to war in 1942 and resumed in 1946 when the city celebrated its Centennial. Queen contests were started in 1948-49. Chosen as the first queen was the late Julie Kordzik Strackbein. In 1963, a second grandstand was built, providing more seating space for spectators at races and shows. The Gillespie County Fair Association was dissolved on Jan. 8, 1974, and all assets were transferred to the new corporation, Gillespie County Fair and Festivals Association. William Petmecky was the first president of the new association. On Dec. 8, 1975, the association sold the remaining 21.79 acres in the fair grounds for over $263,000 to Knopp and Metzger, Inc. and Frederick Enterprises, a co-partnership composed of J.D. Stein and Tyrus T. Cox. The association bought over 90 acres off Texas Highway 16, about three miles southwest of the city, for the site of a new fair grounds. Ten acres was conveyed to Gillespie County on Nov. 24, 1975, for the livestock building the county was erecting. The new Gillespie County Fair Grounds was dedicated July 4, 1976, with association president Curtis Cameron dedicating it and Congressman Bob Krueger as the guest speaker. Today’s fair grounds boasts a 3,200-seat covered grandstand, covered biergarten,

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exhibition hall, open air pavilion, outdoor dance pavilion, show barn, 200-stall horse barn, modern restroom and concession facilities, a racing office, 62 pari-mutuel betting windows and a five-eighths mile oval race track. Although horse racing has always been a part of the entertainment, pari-mutuel horse races have been run since 1990. A large number of activities are held each year at the fair grounds. Activities sponsored by the Gillespie County Fair and Festivals Association include pari-mutuel horse racing, the Gillespie County Fair, Scholarship Fest, professional bull riding and various dances. Also held is the Gillespie County 4-H and FFA Youth Livestock Show, Band Boosters Turkey Dinner, gun and knife shows, The Peddler Shows, antique shows, various other livestock shows, sales and more. One of the purposes of the organization is the education of the youth of the county, and youth are encouraged to participate whenever possible. The fair association established a scholarship program in 1991 and since then has awarded approximately $286,850 to 532 collegebound students from Gillespie County. The scholarships are

funded through the various activities and festivals held on the grounds throughout the year. The Gillespie County Fair

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Pioneer Library home to books, updated materials Though it is among Fredericksburg’s oldest structures, Pioneer Memorial Library houses only the most up-todate materials for readers. The library is in the former courthouse (known as the McDermott Building) and is located at 115 West Main Street, adjacent to the current courthouse. It welcomes patrons to read, research and learn from thousands of book and periodical titles, as well as some up-todate technological services. The library is open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, with Wednesday hours running from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, the facility opens its doors from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It’s closed on Sunday.

More information is available by phoning the library at 830-997-6513 or by visiting its website: www.pmlfbg.com. Library services Borrowers’ cards are issued free of charge to residents of Gillespie County who can provide proof of residency (usually a driver’s license, lease agreement or printed checks with local address). Children between the ages of six and 10 will be issued a card when their applications are signed by a parent or guardian. All non-residents of Gillespie County are charged a $5 per year fee for a family library membership. Books may be checked out for two weeks and if not requested by another reader, may be renewed for an addi-

OFFERING a wide assortment of books, County Courthouse can yield a modern facilmagazines and periodicals, the Pioneer Memo- ity with a multitude of services. — Standardrial Library, located at 115 West Main Street, Radio Post photo sitting adjacent to the downtown Gillespie

tional two weeks only. The due date is stamped on the card issued at the time of check-out and overdue charges apply. Library cards not only provide patrons with access to

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Petri, Lungkwitz early-day friends, artists More than 150 years ago when they came to the Hill Country, Richard Petri and Herman Lungkwitz were good friends, trying to make a ‘go’ of it here just like hundreds of other immigrants. What made them different was the artistic record they left of the world in which they lived. Their sketches and paintings became prized as rare interpretations of an era whose works of art are few and far between today. Now museum treasures, their artwork provides a vivid reminder of what life was like “back then”, particularly here in Gillespie County. Petri and Lungwitz had become friends at the Royal Academy of Art in Dresden, Germany, and Lungkwitz later married Petri’s sister, Elisabet. These three were joined in their move to America by Friederike Lungkwitz, Herman’s aged mother; his sister

Therese, and Petri’s sister, Marie. The group left Germany late in the summer of 1850, landed in Hoboken, NJ, and Lungkwitz moved to Wheeling in what was then Virginia. Richard Petri’s health was poor, so they decided to come to Texas, sailing down the Ohio and Mississippi Rivers to New Orleans where Adolph Lungkwitz, Herman’s younger brother, joined them. They traveled to Indianola and then to New Braunfels, before moving to the Fredericksburg area in late-spring or earlysummer of 1852. They bought 320 acres of land on the Pedernales River about five miles southwest of Fredericksburg on what is now known as the “Old Kerrville Road” and pro-

ceeded to build their homes and farm the land. T h e s e two artists, howe ver, also devoted much of Petri their time to painting the Texas landscape as they saw it, leaving for today many prized pictures of scenes, buildings, frontier life, even Indians, which are found in private collections and museums. Two books have been published about them. The first one, copyrighted by the Texas Memorial Museum in 1978, was written by William W. Newcomb Jr., who was director of that museum from 1957 to 1978, and who, at the time of its publication, was a professor of anthropology at the University of Texas at Austin. It is entitled German

Artist on the Texas Frontier: Friedrich Richard Petri. The other one, Herman Lungkwitz; Romantic Landscapist on the Texas Frontier, copyrighted in 1983 by The University of Texas Institute of Texan Cultures, was written by James Patrick McGuire, then the director of program management at the institute. In addition to telling the complete stories of these two famous artists, they include pages filled with pictures of their paintings. Tangible evidence of their presence on their local farm are the graves of Richard Petri, the painter, who died in 1857 when he drowned in the Pedernales while trying to get relief from a high fever. Buried next to him is Friederike Lungkwitz. Each grave is marked with a rounded red granite boulder with a square surface in the center bearing these inscriptions: “Richard Petri 1824-1857” and

“Friederike Lungkwitz - geb. Hecht 1781-1855”. At the foot of the graves are small rounded rocks with the initials “RP” and “FL”. Changes took place with the approach of and during the Civil War times. Marie Petri married Jacob Kuechler, a graduate of the University of Giessen who had been trained in civil engineering and became county surveyor for Gillespie County. They lived on this farm near the main house. Kuechler was one of those who chose to be “true to the Union” during the Civil War and, though wounded, made it to Mexico where he stayed until after the war ended. He returned to Texas where he became Commissioner of the General Land Office. Lungkwitz had become discouraged with trying to make a living by selling his paintCont. on page 83

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Pioneer Library the second floor, with access by stairs or elevator. Current periodicals, covering a wide range of subjects, are available for reading in the library or at home. All but the latest issues are circulated. Pioneer Memorial Library offers daily papers, including the Wall Street Journal. Past and present Fredericksburg newspapers are also available, with some back issues on microfilm. Audio and video cassettes, all of which are loaned for home use, are available for both adults and children.

Youth readership Young readers will find their own specially-designated area on the first floor which features picture books, stories for tiny tots, and fiction and nonfiction for older youths. A story hour is offered for pre-school and kindergarten children during the school year and the schedule is available at the library central desk. Blind readership Braille books, recorded books and talking book machines are available through the Texas State Library at no charge. Pioneer Memorial Library

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also has a collection of large- Foundation. Annual memberprint books and cassette/CD ship in the Friends of Pioneer books. Memorial Library is open to all at a minimal cost. Special services The library loans, for free, Library history for 48 hours: slide projectors, Pioneer Memorial Library is screens, overhead projectors housed in a former Gillespie and an opaque projector. County Courthouse, which A copy machine and a was designed by Alfred Giles. microfilm reader-printer are It served from 1882 until also available. 1939, when it was replaced by the larger courthouse next Library ‘Friends’ door. Pioneer Memorial Library Various civic and governis supported by two organi- mental organizations continzations: the Friends of Pioneer Memorial Library and the Pioneer Memorial Library

ued to use the original building until it was closed in 1963. Two years later, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene McDermott of Dallas funded the preservation of the old structure so that it could become Pioneer Memorial Library. It was dedicated in May 1967. In 1983 Mrs. McDermott provided a matching grant for repairs and expansion. The community responded to her challenge, and a completely renovated library was dedicated in December 1984.

ings, so he decided to go to Virginia to study photography. His wife and children stayed here on the farm, but when he returned, they leased it and moved to San Antonio. The Lungkwitz family sold their farm to Jacob and Lud-

wig Usener on Jan. 11, 1869, and this place was home to Usener family members, some of who are buried alongside of Petri and Friederike Lungkwitz. The property is now privately owned.

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Gallery,) houses the: • Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau; • Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce, and, the • Gillespie County Economic Development Commission. This trio of entities puts visiCont. on page 87

HILL COUNTRY LIMESTONE on its exterior keeps the Fredericksburg Visitor Information Center, 302 East Austin Street, in character with its surroundings. The site, which is situated across the street from the National Museum of the Pacific War’s George H.W. Bush Gallery, houses three entities dedicated to serving visitors and local merchants — the Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau, the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce and the Gillespie County Economic Development Commission. — StandardRadio Post photo

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Visitor Information Center tors at ease, while also looking out for the best interests of the city and county. And, visitors need not worry about parking. The VIC site offers plenty for vehicles of all sizes, including RVs and buses. Near the VIC are public restrooms. The Fredericksburg Convention and Visitors Bureau (FCVB) is a marketing, sales and service organization dedicated to promoting Fredericksburg and Gillespie County

as a leisure destination for group tours, reunions, weddings and other functions, including business meetings of all types and sizes. The FCVB staffs and operates the Visitor Information Center which is open to assist visitors 361 days a year. (The center is closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day.) Inside the center, visitors can learn about local attractions and other sights to see in

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Fredericksburg and the surrounding Hill Country. They can also watch a free, nine-minute video in the building’s 48-seat theater. Information is provided on potential activities, accommodations and businesses of interest through a wide range of brochures and other literature, which are offered free of charge in the lobby area. A walking tour of the National Register Historic District; an annual events cal-

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WITH STAFF WAITING to answer any questions and brochures upon brochures of literature about local attractions, accommodations and businesses, the Visitor Information Center at 302 East Austin Street stands as a welcoming first stop for many visitors to the area. — Standard-Radio Post Photo

endar; city and county maps; an organizations and clubs list; deer hunting lease list and student information brochures are among the many items available. The CVB began promoting local tourism in 1983 with one staff member under the auspices of the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce. It evolved over the years into a major division of the Chamber, funded by hotel/motel occupancy tax funds collected from local accommodations. The CVB, headed by director Ernie Loeffler, is a onestop source for a full range of visitor knowledge since it offers unbiased information about services and facilities in Fredericksburg and Gillespie County. Assisting Loeffler in the FCVB’s endeavors are: Laurie Hartz, senior sales manager; Amanda Koone, communications manager; Laurie Jayson, VIC manager; Laura Short, e-marketing/website manager, more than a handful of travel counselors and a large part-time staff of volunteers. Hours are Mondays through Fridays from 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m., Saturdays from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. For questions about Fredericksburg, or to request a free packet of visitor information, call the CVB at 830-9976523 or toll-free in the United

States at 1-888-997-3600. Also housed in the 7,000-square-foot facility are the Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce and the Gillespie County Economic Development Commission which keep their fingers on the pulse of the local economy, provide support to existing businesses and recruit new industry. The chamber’s website, loaded with information for residents and visitors alike regarding the city and the surrounding area, is www.visitfredericksburgtx.com. Led by Penny Reeh, president, the chamber stays busy year-round mailing helpful information to prospective move-in businesses, as well as making newly-established residents and firms feel at home in the local business community. The Gillespie County Economic Development Commission’s executive director is Tim Lehmberg. The GCEDC is a collaborative partnership between the city and county and its mission is to encourage, enhance and promote managed economic development throughout the county. The GCEDC is governed by a board of directors with nine voting members, four appointed by the city, four by the county, and one by the board.

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THE ARTS

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Local choirs keep tradition of German singing strong Helping to keep Fredericksburg’s German heritage alive and flourishing are two local German choirs – the Arion Men’s Choir and the Hermann Sons Mixed Choir — that meet weekly for fellowship and singing.

Arion Männerchor (Arion Men’s Choir), founded in 1908, and the Hermannsöhne Gemischter Chor (Hermann Sons Mixed Choir), active since 1934, are both directed by Mark Hierholzer. Keyboard artist, choral

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German choirs consider joining and participating. New members are welcome to join at any time. Rehearsals are held Thursday evenings at St. Joseph’s Halle at 212 W. San Antonio St. The Hermann Sons meet

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at 7:30 p.m. and are followed by the Arion at about 8:30 p.m. Some knowledge of the German language is helpful, but is not required, nor is the ability to sight-read music. The choirs’ repertoire ranges

from sacred music to classical masterworks to folk songs. They jointly present a freeadmission public concert in the spring, usually the first Sunday in May (Maifest), and another in the fall, the first Sunday in November, a Herb-

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stfest (Harvestfest). Both of these events are held at St. Joseph’s Halle, located on West San Antonio Street. In addition, they represent Fredericksburg in a yearly Sängerfest (singers’ festival) along with German choirs from San Antonio, New Braunfels and Corpus Christi. This year’s Sängerfest was held the weekend of Sept. 22-23 in San Antonio. Both choirs also appear regularly at Oktoberfest in Fredericksburg, and give performances from time to time during the year at nursing and retirement homes. Franz Dieter Kemper is president of the Arion Männer-

chor; Vernon Treibs is the vice president, and Larry Kuhlken is secretary-treasurer. Officers of Hermannsöhne Gemischter Chor are Heinrich Boenig, president; Genevieve McCaffrey, vice president, and Frances Hartmann, secretarytreasurer. Fredericksburg’s German choirs continue to enjoy the benefit of a piano donated by the Pedernales Creative Arts Alliance, the hospitality of the St. Joseph’s Society for a venue and financial assistance from the City of Fredericksburg. More information is available by calling Boenig at 830669-2104 or Mrs. Hartmann at 997-3936.

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Fredericksburg’s Main Street was origi- was incorporated in the 1930’s, the name nally named San Saba Street when the was officially changed. town was laid out in 1846. When the city

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bits such as “Doe-hemian Rhapsody”, a creative Hill Country take on the Queen classic. Every show ends with a patriotic medley to honor the men and women that serve and protect the country. Reserved seating adult admission prices range from $32 to $42, with youth tickets (for those 17 and under) selling for $17 apiece. The theater is handicapped-accessible. Rockbox Theater is located at 109 North Llano Street, just one block off of Main Street. Meanwhile, the ticket office is located at 150 East Main Street. Business hours for both ticket outlets: Main Street box office (Thursday, Friday and Saturday: 10 a.m.5 p.m.), theater box office (Friday and Saturday: 5-10 p.m., Sunday: 12 noon-2 p.m.) Tickets are also available by phone Monday-Thursday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. The phone number is (830) 997-7625 (ROCK). Additional information about Rockbox Theater can be found online at www.rockboxtheater.com.

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Local center celebrates the ‘golden years’ Hub features full schedule of weekly activities for community, visitors A special place for those in their “golden years,” the Golden Hub is where local senior citizens as well as those who are just visiting in the community gather to enjoy a variety of activities. While the center traces its beginnings to 1975, the organization didn’t officially become the Golden Hub until it moved to its current location, 1009 North Lincoln Street, in 1983. The facility is open to the public five days a week, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Seniors of any age are invited to get together at the Golden Hub and are welcome to bring their friends, family and neighbors. The Golden Hub serves a healthy and nutritious lunch in its dining room at noon Mondays through Fridays. Diners are welcome to come earlier to visit with friends over coffee and sweets. Those wishing to dine at the center are asked to make reservations by no later than 9 a.m. that morning, so that ample food may be prepared. For those 60 years old and older, a donation of $5 is requested per meal, and for those under 60 years, the charge is $6. Meal reservations may be made by calling the Hub at 997-7131. Monthly menus are available at the Hub. In addition, the Golden Hub provides a Meals-on-Wheels program, ensuring that hot, nutritious meals are delivered to those seniors who are

homebound or disabled. All meals are delivered by volunteers drivers, who use their own vehicles. Drivers, both full-time and substitutes, are always needed. Anyone interested in becoming driver or signing up someone in need of Meals on Wheels, call 9977131. The Golden Hub’s goal is to ensure that all senior citizens have the opportunity, information and services needed to live healthy, safe and active lives. Information and assistance is always available at the Hub on any topic that affects seniors, including elder abuse, home safety, fraud and health issues, and services provided by other local needs agencies. The facility’s programs provide a variety of activities, services, information and health screenings to seniors and visitors to the area. In addition to fun events like birthday parties and holiday celebrations, the Golden Hub also offers monthly nutrition education programs and blood pressure clinics. Defensive driving courses are offered several times a year, and income tax assistance is available from February through April by AARP-trained tax assistants. Throughout the week, activities at the Golden Hub include exercise, line dancing classes, Pilates, Tai Chi, bridge, Skipbo, dominoes, mahjongg, poker, needlework, dancing, crafts, quilting, music, language classes and

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Museum honors WWII heroes Also tributes native son Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz in downtown landmark

One of Fredericksburg’s largest, most popular attractions is the National Museum of the Pacific War, a museum that memorializes the men and women who served alongside Fredericksburg’s famous son, Fleet Admiral Chester Nimitz, in World War II. The facility tells the story of bravery and sacrifice of America’s “Greatest Generation”, in such a way as to breathe life into historical record and teach lessons through handson learning to a generation for whom that time is normally another notation in a textbook. With its expanded 45,000-square-foot gallery, the National Museum of the Pacific War is an internationally-known facility that draws historians, film makers, authors and veterans to annual symposia and offers living history programs that bring history to life.

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A SYMBOLIC SEMI-CIRCLE of monuments stand around a U.S. flag — each signifying a different president who had military involvement. The markers are featured in the museum’s “Plaza of the Presidents.” — Standard-Radio Post photo

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The museum started in just the old Nimitz Hotel on Main Street. It has grown over the years, expanding, remodeling and adding. Most recently, it officially opened the anexpanded George H.W. Bush Gallery with a Pearl Harbor Day commemoration on Dec. 7, 2009. With the mission: We inspire our youth by honoring our heroes, the museum serves as a monument to the community that produced Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz as well as to the men and women whose sacrifices brought the U.S. and her allies’ victory in the Pacific Theater of World War II. While its best-known façade is the boat-shaped landmark Admiral Nimitz Museum, located in the old hotel that faces Main Street, the newer face on Austin Street includes major artifacts such as an atomic bomb casing, tank wreckage and an Aichi D3A dive bomber. In between the gallery and the museum, a Memorial Courtyard offers a quiet green space with plaque-lined limestone walls honoring the men and women who served in the Pacific, and the Plaza of Presidents provides tribute to the military service of men who later occupied the nation’s highest office. Tucked away in a secluded corner is the Japanese Garden of Peace, a gift from the people of Japan to show their regard for Admiral Nimitz. Just down the street is the living history walk called the “Combat Zone” where visitors can get a feel of what day-to-day combat was like in the many Pacific island campaigns. Admiral Nimitz Museum

Visitors stepping into the five-star-encrusted foyer of the Admiral Nimitz Museum at 340 East Main Street will immediately get a feel for the quality of their tour ahead. Featured in the building that was newly-redone in 2007 are Cont. on page 94

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state-of-the-art exhibits which pay tribute to Fredericksburg native son Chester W. Nimitz, as well as the men who served with him in the Pacific Theater. Within the Admiral Nimitz Museum’s first of two floors are two separate galleries. Following an orientation video,

visitors can step into the “Heritage Gallery” where exhibits include a video demonstrating the evolution of the building from the 1850s through modern times. The focus is on the Nimitz family and their hotel, and displays there feature a sample room with local furniture

2012-2013 Events •Oct. 6-7: Pacific Combat Zone living history reenactment programs at 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. (Only two earliest programs on Sunday.) •Oct. 8: Author’s forum honoring the 70 anniversary of the Battles of Midway and Guadalcanal, 2 p.m., Nimitz Ballroom. th

•Nov. 10-11: Pacific Combat Zone living history reenactment programs at 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. (Only two earliest programs on Sunday.) •Nov. 11: Veterans Day Observance, 11 a.m., memorial courtyard. •Dec. 7: Pearl Harbor Commemoration Ceremony, 12:25 p.m., memorial courtyard. •Dec. 8-9: Pacific Combat Zone living history reenactment programs at 10:30 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. (Only two earliest programs on Sunday.)

and artifacts. In the “Nimitz Gallery” on the opposite end of the lobby, the décor shifts to a moremilitary feel with tones of dark blue and gray and angles reminiscent of a ship. There, visitors will learn about the life and career of the museum’s namesake -- from his birth and childhood to his education at the U.S. Naval Academy, his family life and his now famous career as a military leader who played a key role in the United States victory over Japan. The gallery also includes a model of the USS Decatur, which Nimitz commanded early in his career, family photos and a panel that highlights his leadership style and his legacy. At the heart of the newlyredone Nimitz museum is its ballroom, which has been restored to the grand appearance of how it was in the late 1880s. Outside in the courtyard is a water feature highlighting the

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In addition, there is a gazebo (orientation area), plus a garden, sitting area with trellises reminiscent of Mrs. Nimitz’s garden.

The museum is open seven from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. days a week year-round ………………………….. (except all day Thanksgiving and Christmas and at noon on Admission is $14 for adults, Christmas Eve until closing) $12 for senior citizens over

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the age of 65, $10 for active or retired military (with ID), and $7 for students aged six years and older. Cont. on page 97

FRONTING EAST AUSTIN STREET, the National World War II in the Pacific Theater. The locale front. — Standard-Radio Post photo Museum of the Pacific War’s George H.W. Bush is easy to spot for motorists down Austin Street Gallery features a state-of-the-art walk through with its large ship tops and weaponry situated out

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Admission is free for World War II veterans (except when in a tour group) and children under six years of age. Call in advance to inquire about group fees for educational tours. Tours must be coordinated with the education director.

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REMEMBERING HEROES — The National Museum of the Pacific War’s Memorial Courtyard contains a wall of plaques, with each dedicated to different groups and individuals of service men and women who made a difference for the future of America. — Standard-Radio Post photo

casing, tank wreckage, along with anti-tank weaponry from the battle of Buna and a midget sub from the attack on Pearl Harbor. The new exhibits, designed by the Douglas Group of Houston and Washington, DC, use multimedia LCD screens, film kiosks and traditional museum paneling to tell the story of the Pacif-

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National Museum of the Pacific War The gallery also features an expanded gift shop with books, posters, DVDs and more for visitors who want to take part of their museum experience home with them. The front of the new gallery includes a memorial to U.S. submariners and features the conning tower of USS Pintado arranged around landscaping to look like a submarine emerging from the ocean. Also outside, the “Plaza of the Presidents” features 10 large monuments situated in a semi-circle and which detail the participation in World War II by 10 presidents (from Franklin D. Roosevelt through George H.W. Bush). Also featured is the Surface Fleet Plaza, which displays a number of large guns and other elements from World War II. Japanese Garden of Peace

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vide a natural setting. A gift of the people of Japan as an expression of their gratitude and respect, the garden includes a replica of the study and teahouse of Japanese Admiral Togo as well as a “sea” of sand. A walkway and benches located around the garden enable visitors to rest and enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the setting. Pacific Combat Zone

A short walk or drive two blocks to the east along Town Creek on Austin Street brings visitors to the complex’s redesigned Pacific Combat Zone which is open by tour only. Tickets purchased at the museum include the combat zone visit, which is open from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. Guided tours begin at 10 a.m. and continue on the hour, with the last starting at 4 p.m., each day of the year (except for Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day). The unique, three-acre indoor and outdoor exhibit Cont. on page 99

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area is designed to offer visitors a deeper understanding of the struggle that took place between Allied and Japanese forces on the islands of the Pacific. On designated weekends, the Pacific Combat Zone hosts “Island Assault” living history programs. Admission is $7.50 for adults and $5 for students.

INSPIRING YOUTHS by honoring America’s heroes is a theme played out probably nowhere more so than at the National Museum of the Pacific War’s Pacific Combat Zone’s, where living history re-enactors give youths an up-close and personal lesson on the events that helped lead to preserving the liberCont. on page 100 ties they enjoy today.

Children six years of age and younger are admitted free. The 90-minute program covers the weapons, tactics and equipment used by both sides during World War II. And, popular with visitors is the show’s conclusion, which features a battle re-enactment

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showcasing Hollywood-style educational programs. pyrotechnics, an authentic, The museum was estabworking flamethrower and a lished by the Texas State Legrumbling Stewart tank. islature in 1970 and was dediGeneral Information Visitors are encouraged to cated to all who served in the view the exhibits at their own Pacific War. Now, the National pace, using self-guided tours Museum of the Pacific War is with the help of informative a property of the Texas Hispamphlets and electronic torical Commission and manexhibitry custom-designed for aged by the Admiral Nimitz the hotel, museum and history Foundation. walk. The Admiral Nimitz FounAlso, during high visitation periods, volunteer docents dation is a private fundraiswill be posted throughout the ing and non-profit agency that site to help visitors find their supports the museum’s activiway to other sections and pro- ties. vide interesting information Donations of any size are and background facts about welcomed. Tax deductible, many of the displays and the they may be sent to the Admievents behind them. The museum welcomes ral Nimitz Foundation, 328 school and group tours and East Main Street, Frederickshas an extensive number of burg, TX 78624. A WORKING FLAME THROWER lends an authentic feel to a battle reenactment conducted by volunteers at the Pacific Combat Zone, part of the National Museum of the Pacific War. The living history programs, held on designated weekends throughout the year, give visitors an up-close look at the challenges faced by both the Allies and their enemies during the Pacific Theater. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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orful past of Fredericksburg, from books about the man who first tried to fly, to the tales of young boys who were raised among the local tribes of natives. The next book signing will be Oct. 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the social hall. James C. Kearney will be signing copies of his translation of Friedrichsburg, a novel by Friedrich Armand Strubberg. Gathering monthly for meetings and to demonstrate their craft are the Pioneer Handwerkers on the first Saturday of the month and the Spinning Guild on the fourth Saturday. In addition, the museum is garnering a reputation for its Roots Music Series, which features established as well as up-and-coming musical artists in monthly concerts, held May through September. Each concert presents a genre of music, all based on the American Roots styles, from jazz to swing to blues. The concerts are open to the family, and take place on Saturday evenings outside under the trees, with the option of a hot meal and cold drinks. New and old In 2005, the Dambach-Besier House was moved from 515 East Main Street to 325 West Main Street where it has been reconstructed to form the entrance to Pioneer Museum and the Visitor Welcome Center The structure also houses the museumâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gift shop. The old limestone house was built in 1869 by F. Dambach and in more recent times had been used as a restaurant. Visitors to the Pioneer Museum will be immersed in the stories of those who built this community. Ten historic structures, filled with authentic artifacts and images, encourage visitors to imagine the struggles of the founding generations â&#x20AC;&#x201D; thousands of miles from their birth place, with scant supplies and equipment, to survive and create a new life. The Kammlah House and Store began in 1849 as a oneCont. on page 108

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AFTER WAITING for nine months, regular golfers at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Golf Course, led by Fredericksburg Director

Now reopened after a $1.9 million renovation closed the facility for nearly nine months, Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Golf Course offers a year-round 18-hole, par-72 challenge as well as plenty of scenery along its tree-lined fairways. The course — which shares the Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park entrance southwest of town on Texas Highway 16 — offers a 6,432yard championship layout complete with practice facilities featuring a 20-station driving range, two practice greens and a practice bunker. Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Golf Course held a grand of Golf Alan Wooley, have returned to the opening celebration for their course, which reopened after a $1.9 million renovations Friday, Sept. 28. renovation. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Recreation, relaxation offered at Lady Bird Johnson Park A short three-mile distance from all of Fredericksburg’s downtown attractions, Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park provides a recreational getaway for locals and visitors alike. There is no admission charge for entering the 150acre park located southwest of town on Texas 16 South (Kerrville Highway). There, visitors can take all day if they wish to enjoy the finest Nature has to offer, including plentiful shade trees and grass-covered slopes that throughout much of the year are sprinkled with colorful wildflowers. As they say, “there’s something for everyone”, including recreational pursuits like tennis, fishing and swimming, along with opportunities to relax with family members or friends near the tranquil

creek or to take a walk on the nature trail. Day use activities Day-time visitors to the park can use picnic tables (available on a first-comefirst-served basis) and four playgrounds at no charge to accommodate those just wanting to get away from it all for a couple of hours. A free trail that takes hikers across Live Oak Creek gives nature lovers a chance to get up close and personal with the natural habitat. Complete with a handicapped-accessible bird blind, it is located just past the park’s front gate, to the left before the dam. For vacationers who enjoy fishing, the park offers a 17-acre lake and plenty of spots to wet a line. Motor boats, however, are prohibited, as are trotlines and swimming.

Elsewhere in the park, there are baseball and softball fields, a sand volleyball court, an outdoor basketball court, a swimming pool (with kiddie pool to the side) and tennis courts. The Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Golf Course recently reopened after being closed the first half of 2012 due to renovations. The swimming pool facilities at Lady Bird are expected to be open for the 2013 season before renovation of the pool begins next fall. Rental facilities Visitors who plan large gatherings may want to look into using one of the park’s five large outdoor covered pavilions or one of three indoor sites, including the Tatsch House, the Cardinal Room at the golf clubhouse or

SPLISH, SPLASH — Among its many other features, Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park provides a little good, clean summer fun with its swimming pool. Locals and visitors alike go there escape the summer’s heat and have a “cool” time. Cont. on page 104 — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Recreation, relaxation the spacious Pioneer Pavilion. Each of the five outdoor pavilions is available on a first-come-first-served basis or by reservation, and features for each are as follows: • Pavilion 1 is an open air pavilion with table seating for up to 50 people. It has playground equipment, baseball field and restrooms nearby, however there are no barbecue facilities. Cost is $25 per day. • Pavilion 2 will accommodate 50 people and its openair structure is located across from the Tatsch House, along with playground equipment, tennis and a swimming pool nearby. It also has a barbecue pit and fire box. Cost is $30 per day. • Pavilion 3 has open-air table seating for gatherings between 60-75 people. The cost is $35 per day, and playground equipment and restroom facilities are located nearby. • Pavilion 4 is one of the newest open-air pavilions with table seating for gatherings between 60-75 people. It is near the driving range and

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also has playground equipment, restrooms, a barbecue pit and firebox and scoreboard. Cost is $35 per day. • Pavilion 5 is the newest open-air pavilion with table seating to accommodate 60-75 people. Nestled along Petsch Loop on the banks of Live Oak Creek, there is playground equipment, a volleyball court, a basketball court, a baseball field and restrooms. The rental fee of $50 per day includes the use of a very large barbecue pit and firebox. • The Tatsch House is an event facility popularly reserved for family reunions, rehearsal dinners, meetings, showers or other events. Renovated in 1999, it offers climate control and accommodates 60-80 people indoors, with a full kitchen, tables and chairs and an adjoining, outdoor, fenced-in patio. Cost is $125 per day. • Pioneer Pavilion is the park’s largest indoor rental facility. It accommodates up to 500 people and has a stage, kitchen area and restrooms. The rental fee of $500

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includes tables and chairs and three large barbecue pits. Tennis, swimming and playground equipment is nearby. • The Cardinal Room is an indoor gathering spot for up to 80 people and is located at the Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Golf Course club house. It has become a hotspot for those who want to meet in the morning and then hit the links for a few holes of golf in the afternoon. The

A NATURE WALK is offered at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, where special trails help visitors identify with nature. Favored for bird-watching, the trail also has a handicappedCont. on page 108 accessible bird-viewing blind. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Enchanted Rock entices hikers of all skill levels Reaching an elevation of 1,825 feet, it’s easy to see why Enchanted Rock State Natural Area commands attention from travelers on Ranch Road 965 near the Gillespie-Llano county line. For those who like the outdoors, it’s also a place with many attractions — hiking, camping, bird-watching, and the like — the 640-acre park is a popular choice to visit. The pink-toned, naturallyoccurring solid-granite structure (which reaches up 425 feet above the surrounding landscape) is the second largest outcropping of granite in the United States, bested only by Georgia’s Stone Mountain. The main rock and numerous adjacent, but smaller granite formations are collectively maintained as the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.

Although the park offers plenty of hiking, camping, picnicking, nature watching and more, perhaps at the top of every visitor’s list is to simply lay eyes on the unusual pinkish dome. Enchanted Rock is open seven days a week all year, except during Public Hunt dates and when high visitor volume take up all on-site parking, making it necessary for rangers to temporarily close the park to incoming traffic until enough parking spaces have become available. Since such instances happen frequently (sometimes by as early as 11 a.m.) during the peak seasons of March to June and October to December, those planning to make the 18-mile drive there out Ranch Road 965 are urged to call 830-685-3636 for updated information. Hiking, Other Activities

Several different trails are available for hikers of all skill levels with the most popular trail, the Summit Trail, which guides the path to the top of Enchanted Rock, rising 425 feet over a 0.6-mile trail. Although many visitors tackle the trail on their own, a one- to two-hour guided tour leaving from the gazebo at 9 a.m. for the summit is available on the third Saturday of April, May, September, October, November and December. Donations are accepted to allow this program to continue operations. Private tours are also available for groups at other times with a donation. To make arrangements, contact: enchanted.rock@tpwd.state. tx.us. Other trails in the state park travel distances of up to four miles, circling Enchanted Cont. on page 106

AN AERIAL VIEW of Enchanted Rock reveals a stark view of the outcropping of granite situated near the GillespieLlano county line. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Enchanted Rock Rock and its nearby formations, Little Rock, Turkey Peak, Buzzard’s Roost and Freshman Mountain. Technical and rock climbing opportunities are available for the most adventurous outdoorsman. Climbers must check in at park headquarters before climbing and should note that the use of pitons is prohibited by the park. Trail maps and climbing locations are detailed on the web: http://www.tpwd.state. tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/ enchanted_rock/. Once atop the rock, visitors will immediately notice an unexpected sight -- grass and trees on a relatively flat, rocky terrain. Vernal pools -- small patches of vegetation that form in depressions in the rock -have become home to patches of grass, tiny fairy shrimp, as well as ferns, moss, lichens, sedges and other plant life. They are considered threatened natural resources by the park and visitors are asked

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to keep them in as pristine shape as they were when they got there. Over 500 species of plants can be found in and around Enchanted Rock, including the light blue basin bellflower found only in three Texas counties. Among the many animals that roam in the state park are Texas earless lizards, rock squirrels, white-tailed deer, rabbits, armadillos and turkey vultures. Preserving The Park With a mixture of rock sediment, wind and the occasional rain water, Enchanted Rock and its trails have begun to erode. The Friends of Enchanted Rock organization have raised funds through various events to restore the hiking and walking trails. With the help of a group of board directors, members of the organization and volunteers, the trails are rebuilt every third Saturday of the month. Anyone interested is encouraged to help. More

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information about the FOER group is available at www. friendsofenchantedrock.com. Camping, Day-Use Fees Due to the current drought, Enchanted Rock has instituted a burn ban that remains in effect. No wood, charcoal or other open fires are allowed. Containerized fuel fires (i.e. propane) for cooking are currently allowed. More information is available by contacting the park at 830-685-3636. Day-use entrance fees are $6 per person for 13 years old and older, $3 for individuals 65 years-and-older and free for children 12 years or younger. Special rates are available for those with Texas State Parks Passes, a Youth Group Annual Entrance Permit or a Texas Parklands Passport (Bluebonnet Pass). Overnight camping is available in two ways: •There are about 30 backpack primitive area spaces (1-3 miles) at $12 per night

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Newly renovated golf course are $22 (Gillespie County residents) or $32 (non-resident) Monday-Thursday and $28 (Gillespie County residents) or $38 (non-residents) Friday-Sunday, while for nine holes they are $17 MondayThursday and $20 FridaySunday. For golfers who’d prefer riding to walking, there is an additional cart fee of $6 for nine holes and $12 for 18 holes. Meanwhile, a senior rate is available (Monday-Thursday only) at $29 for 18 holes and a cart. Also provided is a twilight rate (after 3 p.m. fall-winter months and after 5 p.m. spring-summer months) of $25 on Monday-Thursday and $29 on Friday-Sunday, including cart. Course memberships are available for residents as well as ‘Winter Texans’ (January through March) through the THERE’S A CHANCE for golfers of all ages to test the fairgolf pro shop. ways at the Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Golf Course where Because course hours may 18 holes of entertainment welcome players from all over to vary due to weather, golfchallenge a scenic course. — Standard-Radio Post photo

ers are encouraged to telephone ahead (997-4010) to check on course conditions and to make recommended tee time reservations which are accepted up to seven days in advance. The 10,000-square-foot native rock Club House golf headquarters offers a pro shop stocked with namebrand clubs and golf balls along with logo hats, shirts and other fashions. Also at the pro shop, course golf pro Shelly Ross, director of golf Alan Wooley and other staff members are ready to help small and large organizations, businesses and charities put together single- and multi-day tournaments and outings. Also contained with the course headquarters is the Red Bird Grill which serves breakfast and lunch along with other local fare and beverages for those working up an appetite on the greens and fairways. Also within the Club House

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is the Cardinal Room, a fullyequipped meeting room available for conferences, catered dinners, parties, reunions and similar gatherings. To be environmentally efficient, the course uses recycled water for 100 percent of its irrigation needs. A long-term partnership with the Native Plant Society of Texas has led to development of a contiguous nature area for which plans include a return to native plants for the entire course. A junior golf program is promoted at the course which is home to the Fredericksburg High School boys and girls golf teams. In 2011, the FHS varsity boys golf team won the Class 3A State Golf Tournament. Golf instruction in all aspects of the game is available under professional golf teachers and volunteers at the course where affiliation with First Tee is anticipated next year.

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Pioneer Museum room structure, but grew through the years with the addition of three kitchens, a cellar, a stone patio, bedrooms and living areas. When the Historical Society purchased the Kammlah property in 1955, four generations of Kammlahs had lived in the house. Between 1870 and 1924, the Kammlahs operated a general store in the front rooms. The Kammlah House is the oldest building in Fredericksburg open to the public. Each

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facility includes tables, chairs, a sound system, and golf scoreboard. For pricing information, contact the park’s golf pro, Shelly Ross, at 997-4010 or e-mail her at ladybirdgolf@ fbg.net. Overnight camping Camping under the stars is available at the park, which accommodates RVs and tents. In all, there are 113 sites available for travel trailers with 30-50 amp electrical hookups, water and sewer, cable TV, wireless internet and shade trees. Rates are $30 per day and $395 per month. Campers who want to tent camp pay $10 per night. All campers must check in at the park office to receive a camping permit. There are nine comfort stations to serve visitors, while three bathhouses are available to RV and tent campers. Reservations for camping, use of the park’s picnic tables or other facilities can be made by the park at 997-4202 or by writing Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, 432 Lady Bird Drive, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624.

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historic structure at the museum complex tells part of the story of this community’s past. The Kammlah Smokehouse and Barn are located behind the house. Walking through the grounds, visitors will also see bottle-lined flower beds, a windmill, chicken pen, farm implements and outhouse, all reminiscent of a past era. The Arhelger Bathhouse, originally built as a bathhouse behind the Arhelger Barber Shop, now houses an exhibit on the Fredericksburg & Northern Railroad (19141942). The White Oak School

recalls the days of the oneroomed country school, common before Texas consolidated its schools into larger districts after World War II. Three additional homes offer a comparison between different types of structures found in 19th century Fredericksburg. The Walton Smith Log Cabin, built around 1880, is a typical log-stone-mortar house. The Fassel-Roeder House, begun in the 1870s, served as a butcher shop before a kitchen, living room and front porch were added. Furnished with household items typical of the late 19th

century, the Fassel-Roeder House illustrates domestic life during that period. The Weber Sunday House is typical of small wooden structures built by families who lived too far from town for one-day trips. These little houses served as places to eat and rest when families came to town for church, shopping

or funerals. Also located on the grounds is the Fredericksburg Volunteer Fire Department Museum, built by the Fredericksburg Heritage Foundation. Four pieces of early 20th century fire fighting equipment offer a glimpse of the history of the Fredericksburg Volunteer Fire Department.

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Enchanted Rock

SOMETIMES it feels like the hike never ends as visitors walk up Enchanted Rock, a huge granite outcropping located about

during peak park times and $10 during non-peak nights, and, •There are 46 walk-in campsites (25-100 yards) for tent camping-only at a cost of $17 per night during peak times and $15 per night for non-peak times. Primitive site camping is limited to four people, while the maximum limit for walkin camping is eight. Day-use fees are applicable in addition to the camping fees. Peak months are March through May. No overnight camping is available at the 18 miles north of Fredericksburg on summit of Enchanted Rock. Ranch Road 965. — Standard-Radio Post The main campground has photo a complete restroom facility with showers and a nearby Order photo playground for children. reprints online: Water is available at sevhttp://www. eral spots along the edge of fredericksburgstandard. the parking lot. Hikers should smugmug.com bring at least a quart of water

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along per person while traversing through the park. About half of the sites include shaded shelters that provide limited protection from the elements. The Moss Lake Primitive Camping Area provides ready access to a spring-fed pond stocked with catfish, bass and perch. A state license is not required for fishing within Texas state parks, though bag limits, length limits and other regulations still apply and will be enforced. Other park facilities include a covered group picnic pavilion (capacity 200 people), which is available for rent for $35. Clean up is required and water, electricity, a barbecue pit, picnic tables and restrooms are provided. Historical, Natural Jewel Filled with geological treasures and history, “The Rock” has lured adventurers and local residents for centuries. First, its 640-acre dome intrigued early Native Americans and settlers and drew them to its base. Tonkawa Indians believed ghost fires flickered at the top, and they heard weird creaking and groaning, which geologists now say resulted from the rock’s heating by day and contracting in the cool night. A conquistador captured by the Tonkawa described how he escaped by losing himself in the rock area, giving rise to an Indian legend of a “pale man swallowed by a rock and reborn as one of their own.” The Indians believed he wove enchantments on the area, but he explained that the rock wove the spells. “When I was swallowed by the rock, I joined the many spirits who enchant this place,” he said. The first well-documented explorations of this area did not begin until 1723 when the Spanish intensified their efforts to colonize Texas. More information on the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area is available at (830) 685-3636. Information on other Texas state parks is available online at www.tpwd. state.tx.us.

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Musicians flock to Fredericksburg to perform live Live music of all styles and eras fills the Fredericksburg air every weekend as musicians entertain visitors and locals alike with styles ranging from soothing to up-beat, classical to rock and roll and everything in between. The choices cover all tastes and styles, from the sweet strains of a lone accordionist on the street corner, to the bustle of a big band in an airport hangar; from a two-stepping country band in a Texas dance hall to a Bach chorale in a historic church. On weeknights and weekends, dozens of clubs, restaurants, and dance halls feature live entertainment. And that doesn’t even take into account the special theatre productions, festivals, and concerts that happen throughout the year. Diners might enjoy German tunes in an authentic biergarten, listen to pickers around a campfire, watch an old-fashioned “opry” on an old-time stage, dance in a hangar to big band hits of the 1940s or sit inside a historic church to hear a 150-year-old German choir or classical improvisations on organ. During any of the many festivals in Fredericksburg,

visitors can revel in outdoor dances under the stars, multiple stages of Bavarian music, or a selection of blues, bluegrass, gospel and zydeco in various family settings. The Rockbox Theater, located at 109 N. Llano, features a resident cast of professional entertainers and musicians who perform four shows almost every weekend. Having performed over 2,000 concerts in 10 years together, the theater’s cast presents a live variety music show from the “golden era of rock ’n roll” filled with costumes, choreography and comedy. The Texas Hill Country is beginning to be recognized for its own sound. Musicians and writers define it in many ways, but the consensus is that the music is about living here. One phenomenon that makes the music scene around Fredericksburg unique is the rise of the singer-songwriter. This “performer-friendly” community is attracting a growing group of musicians who are defining their own styles in clubs up, down, and around Main Street. Some are driven by dreams

of success, but more are writing and creating because it is what they are driven to do. They could be doctors and lawyers (in fact, many are). They could be home with their families. Instead they are out at the clubs, supporting each other and entertaining appreciative audiences, and seeking the sound of the Hill Country. At the same time, many well-known performers call Fredericksburg home. They

include Asleep At The Wheel’s Johnny Nicholas, artist and songwriter Ben Beckendorf, world champion fiddler Bart Trotter and guitar virtuoso Monte Montgomery, to name a few. Both the famous and the “future famous” make it a point to per-form here on a regular basis and often in an intimate setting not found in big cities. No matter on what night or in which season, people seeking entertainment in

Fredericksburg will discover something wonderful and unexpected, but always with the flavor of the Texas Hill Country. The Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post features a weekly listing of live music in the “Entertainment” section of the newspaper. The list is compiled by the Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau. To add an event to the free listing, email marketing@fbgtx.org.

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Fort Martin Scott shows town’s frontier history Visitors seeking glimpses in Hill Country life in the 19th century can take a look back at Fredericksburg’s frontier history by taking a self-guided tour of Fort Martin Scott, one of the first frontier military outposts in Texas. Located just east of town at 1606 East Main (on U.S. Highway 290), the fort is open seven days a week for those interested in walking through the grounds. The City of Fredericksburg and the Gillespie County HisREMINDING visitors and locals alike of Fred- of the historic military site. The site will even- torical Society have installed ericksburg’s frontier history, Fort Martin Scott tually be home to a Texas Rangers Heritage informational kiosks to be is open to those interested in self-guided tours Center. — Standard-Radio Post photo set up around the grounds to help visitors better experience ELECTRONICS • MOVIES • TVs • TOOLS the history of the fort. P Admission to the historic P LOTS site is free, although donaFAST O O tions are accepted. OF T T CASH The site will become home T PARKING to the Texas Ranger Heritage T Center — a museum honorE E LOANS SPACE ing the elite law-enforcement R R agency in Texas — after a Y long-term lease was approved Y fbgnews@ 810 W. Main St. • 997-6786 between the City of Frederfredericksburgstandard.com icksburg and the Former GUNS • SADDLES • GOLD & SILVER JEWELRY

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Texas Rangers Foundation. The center, designed and operated by the Former Texas Rangers Foundation (FTRF), will be an interactive learning venue to educate visitors on the history, philosophy and life experiences of the Texas Rangers. “What this facility is all about is educating our youth today,” FTRF President Joe Davis said. “By partnering with us to make the center a reality, the city (of Fredericksburg) is not only celebrating our past, they are planning for their future by investing in the community in a project that will bring not only visitors, but jobs and volunteer opportunities to Fredericksburg,” he added. The center is planned as a 41,350-square foot facility with five galleries to teach the core values of the rangers. Plans for the TRHC include a Ranger Ring of Honor, a memorial to rangers killed in the line of duty and a community auditorium. Available for inspection along a tour path are a restored enlisted man’s quarters, two officers’ quarters and the guardhouse. Near the fort entrance is a Texas Historical Commission marker which also provides background information. Exhibits from frontier times are offered in both officers’ quarters and in the Visitor Center. The museum store is stocked with a variety of books on the history of the frontier, Fredericksburg, Indians, Texas Rangers and the Civil War. Informal living history demonstrations are also periodically scheduled throughout the year at Fort Martin Scott. Fort Martin Scott was an active U.S. Army fort for five years (1848-53). After that, Texas Rangers, Union and Confederate troops, and travelers through or to Gillespie County in the 1860s and Cont. on page 112

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Fort Martin Scott 1870s used the site. In the 1880s, the area was used for early Gillespie County fairs and horse races. On Dec. 5, 1848, Captain Seth Eastman of the 1st Infantry camped at what became Fort Martin Scott for the first time, establishing the first frontier military post in Texas. Though the post closed operation in December 1853, some of the first Indian policy of the United States in Texas was conducted from this strategic site. For most of the post’s years of duty, it was manned by both infantry soldiers and horse-mounted troopers of the 2nd Dragoons. Between 125 and 150 soldiers were generally stationed at the post at a time, with nearly 375 in camp in early1851 during preparations for a major Indian campaign. Only 15 soldiers occupied the post for the last year of its duty. Though only one building had survived intact on the site, a great deal of history surrounding the fort was

gleaned, primarily through military records kept by units stationed there. The Fredericksburg Heritage Federation obtained copies of nearly 500 original documents from the National Archives. Site developers considered themselves lucky to find documents pertaining to everything from clothing and weapons issued to courts martial and Indian treaties. At least eight officers who served at the post were later Civil War generals and other distinguished officers. Recent research has found that two officers who were in the same company at Fort Martin Scott later opposed each other at Gettysburg, with one of them killed in that action. The most famous officer to command the post, James Longstreet, was also at Gettysburg. In addition to being a major part of Indian policy in the early days of statehood, Fort Martin Scott played a prominent role in the development of the little hamlet of Freder-

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icksburg. Founded in 1846 by German colonists, Fredericksburg was by 1848 having financial difficulties, which were alleviated by the arrival of the post. For a six-month period in early 1851, nearly 65 local citizens were hired by the post periodically as teamsters, guides and interpreters, ambulance drivers and laborers. One of the town doctors was a contract surgeon at the post hospital for more than a year. Following the gold rush in California that began in

1849, the frontier quickly moved west, making Fort Martin Scott unnecessary. Troops from this post moved west to found Fort Mason and Fort McKavitt, among others. The fort’s site was used sporadically during the Civil War, both as a recruiting station for the Confederacy and as a jail to hold members of the infamous Haengerbunde, a group which terrorized local Union sympathizers, often raiding their homes at night and lynching those considered dangerous.

In 1870, the site was sold to J.W. Braeutigam, who created a dance hall and store on the site. The first county fair was held there in 1881, complete with horse races on the old cavalry drill field. Braeutigam was killed there in 1884 while resisting a robbery of his store. The site was closed to the public shortly thereafter. The City of Fredericksburg bought the property in the early 1950s. For the first time since Cont. on page 115

What Can You Expect at the Fredericksburg Church of Christ?

We would like you to visit us at the Fredericksburg Church of Christ and would like you to feel comfortable. Sometimes an unfamiliar place can be intimidating. The following is a summary of our services and what happens during a worship service. Background First, you may be aware of other churches that are called “Church of Christ”. There is the Church of Christ Latter Day Saints (Mormons) and the Church of Christ Scientists (Christian Scientists) and we, who are simply,the Church of Christ. These are three distinct and different churches having different beliefs and doctrines and are not connected to each other. Churches of Christ are part of “The Restoration Movement”. Our goal is to “restore” the church of today to what it was when established in the first century. I.E., to determine, from the Bible, what the church was like in the beginning and try to be like that. We attempt to be a Bible-oriented church, in that we use only the Bible to determine how to worship God and live our lives. Our doctrines come only from the Bible and no other books are used to govern how we operate. Each congregation is separate and independent and overseen by it’s own appointed elders and deacons. We have no central, governing authority. Facilities As with other churches, a Church of Christ may meet in a home, a rented building,or have its own dedicated building. When you come into the building members of the congregation will welcome you and assist you in what ever you need to know. You will then enter the auditorium where services are held. Notice a number of rows of chairs, or pews for you to sit during the service. You may sit anywhere you wish. The Song Service We enjoy singing at the Church of Christ. There are song books for your use in racks on the backs of the seats in front of you. Feel free to use them. We utilize a pro-

jected image on a screen at the front of the auditorium, giving a larger view of the words and music and will aid those who may not see well. One thing you will notice is we sing “a cappella”. That is, we sing without any accompaniment of musical instruments. Since we are attempting to restore worship as the New Testament church at it’s start, we leave out instruments. (1 Cor 14:15; Eph 5:18-19; Heb 2:12; James 5:13). This is a strong belief for us. You may find us somewhat narrow minded on this, but after a study of the verses mentioned, you will see our conviction on this subject. None of the verses mention instruments, only to “sing”. Prayers and Preaching During the service there will be prayers offered for a variety of reasons. Usually, there is an opening prayer, communion prayers (2) and a closing prayer. Prayers are the way to show thanksgiving to God for all He has done for us, as well as making requests for our needs as members. The service will include a lesson, or sermon, from the preacher on a Biblical subject that will usually last from 25-30 minutes. You will note that we have no special title for our preacher. He wears no specific clothing to set him apart or show him to stand out as having any grand authority. It is our belief that all members are considered part of the “priesthood”, and as such, are all equal. (Matt 23:8-12; Gal 3:26-28; I Pet 2:56, 9). If the preacher cannot attend, then any male member could be called on to stand in for him and preach a sermon. The Invitation At the close of the sermon the preacher will extend an “invitation” to those who would like to respond to the call for baptism, prayers or just to identify with, or place membership with the congregation. The person would walk to the front row and speak with the preacher about their desires. This is a semi-private conversation that will lead to the desired outcome. If someone comes to be baptized, you will

witness the baptism before the end of the service. This usually takes about 10 minutes. The Communion At some point in the service will be the communion. Some call this The Lord’s Supper. This service is to follow the command of Christ, “...do this in remembrance of me.” (Luke 22:19-20). Six members chosen to serve at the table will pass trays to the congregation. First, a tray of unleavened bread is passed and a small portion broken off and eaten. Afterward a tray containing small cups of “fruit of the vine”, usually grape juice, is passed. Take a cup and drink the contents and pass it along. If you do not wish to participate, please just pass the tray on to the next person. The Offering Some call this the collection. This is the time we give back a small part of what God has given us, so the church can continue to do its work in the community, nation and the world. This also is a command. (1 Cor 16:1-2). If you do not wish to participate, just pass the tray to the next person. Is anything expected of the visitor? Nothing! Just come and be uplifted and hopefully walk away with something you can use in your life to glorify God and make yourself a happier and more fulfilled person. You will be asked to fill out a visitor card in the book rack in front of you. This is to record the visit and helps us see how many visitors we have. No one will call on you from the card, except, maybe, to thank you for attending. Feel free to decline this request if you wish. Our Members Our members come from all walks of life, socio-economic backgrounds and families. You will find married couples, singles and kids of all ages. We are varied as a group and know we have not yet arrived, but still just trying to complete the journey. We would love to have your company along the way.

507 N. Llano Street • Bible Study begins at 9:30 a.m. and worship at 10:30 a.m. Call 830-997-4632 for any information. • www.fredericksburgchurchofchrist.com

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Texas Rangers Heritage Center developing locally A chance to “walk in the boots of the Texas Rangers” will be possible one day in Fredericksburg, according to plans to build a multi-million dollar Texas Rangers Heritage Center. Rallying support — financial and otherwise — for the museum/educational facility is the Former Texas Rangers Foundation (FTRF), a 501c(3) non-profit organization, to which contributions are tax-deductible. The FTRF currently headquarters at 103 Industrial Loop, Suite 700, where the public is invited to stop in and learn more details about the planned center. The endeavor is about more than just creating a new destination point in Fredericksburg’s already rich visitor attraction industry, according to Joe B. Davis, FTRF president and a retired Texas Ranger. It’s about using the entertaining history of the Texas

Rangers to engage the younger generation, teaching youths the Rangers’ five main character traits of courage, determination, dedication, respect and integrity. The planned Heritage Center will feature five permanent galleries, each one dedicated to a corresponding trait. Construction will place the center on land adjacent to the Fort Martin Scott Historic Site, through a 99-year, low-cost lease incentive deal with the City of Fredericksburg. The entrance to the site will front U.S. Highway 290 East and motorists will be directed to a parking lot at the rear of the structure. Gracing the front walkways of the Texas Rangers Heritage Center will be a Lone Star encircled by the “Ranger Ring of Honor”. It’s there that visitors can gather to pay their respects to fallen Texas heroes.

The memorial will also feature a statue of a stone star measuring 24 feet in diameter with a three-foot wall surrounding the perimeter flanked by three flags: the American flag, the Texas flag and the Ranger flag. Prominently displayed on the wall will be plaques recognizing deceased Rangers. To the left of the main gallery will be restrooms, a gift shop, a conference room, Texas Rangers archives, a library, a legacy theater, a workshop area, storage vault and administrative offices. To the right of the main lobby will be the exhibit and display area, where designers are working to not only perpetuate the history of the Texas Rangers, but also deliver an inspiring message in the hopes of motivating children to emulate the character traits historically associated with Texas Rangers.

Gallery I will spotlight the transformation of citizen soldiers into Rangers of the revolution, between 1823-1836. It will show Stephen F. Austin swearing in the First Rangers, as well as events of the Texas Revolution, the “Immortal 32” and the Alamo. Gallery II will show the Rangers under three flags, from 1836-1874. Included will be exhibits on the Battle of Walker Creek, the invention of the Walker Colt Civil War, and will highlight Texas Ranger Captains Samuel H. Walker, John (Jack) Coffee Hays and Ben McCulloch. Gallery III will show the frontier battalion and the special forces, serving from 1874-1900. It’ll feature the Sutton Taylor Feud, the capture of John Wesley Hardin and cite Texas Ranger Captains Frank Jones, Leander H. McNelly and Major John B. Jones. Gallery IV will delve into

the lives of “Four Great Ranger Captains” serving from 1900-1935, including John R. Hughes, J.A. Brooks, William J. McDonald and John H. Rogers. Gallery V will bring visitors up-to-date with a look at “Texas Rangers Today”, from 1935 to the present. It will inform about the creation of the Department of Public Safety and the Huntsville prison siege of 1974. While being designed with interactive displays and stateof-the-art high museum technology to hold the interest of all ages of visitors, the center will also work to reach youths further through its Junior Texas Ranger Program. As they join the program, junior rangers will receive a badge and a certificate signed by a former Texas Ranger. The FTRF will also strive to extend its educational outreach program by creatCont. on page 116

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Exhibitors at home merchants, business people and individuals from the surrounding area turn out to support young exhibitors with their bids. Later that month on Jan. 17-19, local youths will be on the road to Kerrville for the Hill Country District Livestock Show. Other livestock shows that will attract local exhibitors in the early months of 2013 include expositions in Ft. Worth, Jan. 18 - Feb. 9;

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San Antonio, Feb. 7-24: San Angelo, Feb. 9-24; Houston, Feb. 25 – March 17, and Star of Texas in Austin, March 8-23. In August, local youths joined exhibitors from around the state in competing for top honors in livestock competition held as part of the Gillespie County Fair. In past years, Gillespie County youths have earned numerous championships

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in these shows while also receiving high bids totaling thousands of dollars for their efforts. In addition to local youth stock shows, numerous other events pertaining to farming and ranching dot the calendar at the local fair grounds. For more information on the stock show schedule, the Gillespie County 4-H website can be accessed at www. gillespie-tx.tamu.edu.

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of dealing with Central Texas Comanche and Lipan Apache Indians. In January 2001, the Fredericksburg Heritage Federation turned over the day-today operation of the fort to the Gillespie County Historical Society under an agree-

ment with the City of Fredericksburg. A grant received that year provided funding for site enhancements such as exhibit preparation, purchase of historic clothing, the information stations, and grounds improvements.

The City of Fredericksburg now operates the fort as a site for self-guided tour. More information about the fort is available from Jimmy Alexander, director of Fredericksburg’s parks and recreation department, at 9977521.

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your appreciation by becoming a member of the Former Texas Rangers Foundation and be a part of the living history of the Texas Rangers. “As the Rangers say, ‘No man in the wrong can stand up to a man in the right who keeps on coming.’ Stand up

for Texas. Stand up for the Texas Rangers by joining the Former Texas Rangers Foundation.” More information about sponsorship opportunities is available by phoning toll-free, 1-888-766-4055 or visiting online: www.FormerTexasRangers.org.

around the world are offered. The event is operated by Rhonda Painter. Hours of operation are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Fredericksburg Trade Days weekends on the calendar for the remainder of 2012 include: Oct. 19-21, Nov. 16-18, Nov. 23-25, and Dec. 14-16. The complete schedule for 2013 is as follows: Jan. 18-20, Feb. 15-17, March 15-17, April 19-21, May 17-19, June 14-16, July 19-21, Aug. 16-18, Sept. 20-22, Oct. 18-20, Nov. 15-17, Nov. 29-Dec. 1, and Dec. 20-22. RV hookups are available for RV, car and motorcycle club camping. The Trade Days’ physical address is 355 Sunday Farms Lane. More information is available at the internet website: www.fredericksburgtradedays.com.

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at the Fest souvenir booth on the day of the event. Each wine maker will pour a two-ounce sample of one of his/her Texas wines (which will not be available in the general wine pavilion.) Then, guests will have an opportunity to purchase a bottle of that wine. Participating wineries include: Becker Vineyards, Fredericksburg Winery and Grape Creek Vineyards.

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Musical entertainment will include El Tule, Ponty Bone & The Squeezetones and The Flashbacks. There will also be a silent auction with numerous packages filled with items donated by participating wineries and vendors, as well as local retailers. This year’s annual poster series will feature artwork by local artist and jeweler, Champe Carter. The original painting, as well as a signed and framed poster, will be featured in the silent auction. Carter will also be on hand to sign posters. Organizers are planning three special events for this year’s festival. All have limited seating and tickets for them are sold only in advance. “Locavore” will be held Thursday, Oct. 25, at Messina Hof Hill Country featuring everything local. Tickets will be $60 per person. “A Celebration of Texas Food and Wine” is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 26, at Fredericksburg Herb Farm. Tickets are $75 per person,

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tastings. More information on the event and advance ticket purchase is available by contacting the Fest Office at 830-9978515, or at www.fbgfoodandwinefest.com. The City of Fredericksburg is host of this event, from which proceeds are used for the continued beautification of Marktplatz.

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Any time a good time for a year-round walk For those who like to get out and stretch their legs, no season is out of the question in Gillespie County. That’s because the local walking club — Volkssportverein Friedrichsburg (VVF) — has established six self-paced, yearround routes for walkers to enjoy. All six walks have been developed as 5K (3.1 miles) and 10K (6.2 miles) distances although it is possible to shorten the distances unless walking for credit. In addition to the four normally-designated routes inside the city limits, the club has also plotted out “anytime excursions” for walkers at the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site in Stonewall and at the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area. These walks are sanctioned by the American Volkssport Association as Year-Round Walks. The in-city walks all are headquartered at the Quality Inn motel, 908 South Adams Street. The two rural walks both have starting points inside park visitor centers. At each location, participants should ask the personnel for the Walk Box from which they can obtain maps of the self-guided walks as well as other items needed if walking for credit. The start of the walk itself may involve a drive to the start. Fredericksburg Walks The four city walks include: •Historical Route — Those taking this walk through the downtown area are furnished with a commentary of buildings and historical sights

along the way when they pick up instructions. Special walk designations include Honoring Law Enforcement, America’s Bakeries, Golden Cinema Theaters and Main Street. •Cemetery Walk — Participants taking this route will walk through both historical cemeteries of Fredericksburg. One location -- Der Stadt Friedhof -- was established in 1846 when the town was founded, and the other -- the Catholic Cemetery -- was established in 1850. The route continues on treelined streets on the north side of town. •Town/Country Walk — Outdoor enthusiasts who take this route will walk through the outskirts of Fredericksburg on the way to catching a scenic look of the town from atop a nearby hill. •Cross Mountain Walk — The beginning location for this trek is the top of Cross Mountain where participants receive a 360-degree view of Fredericksburg and the surrounding countryside. (All roads are paved except for the trail going to the top of the hill itself ). The 10K walk also goes to a pioneer cemetery. LBJ State Park The route at LBJ State Park and Historic Site will take walkers to the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm where life in the rural areas of the early-1900s is shown daily by living history demonstrations. The walk continues along nature trails where participants will see Longhorn cattle,

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LBJ State Park and Historic on U.S. Highway 290. open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Day. Site is located in Stonewall, 15 While the park operates closed only on Thanksgiving, Enchanted Rock miles east of Fredericksburg year-round, the facilities are Christmas Day and New Year’s The route at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area, located 18 miles north of Fredericksburg on Ranch Road 965, will give hikers a variety of options, including a morerigorous option of walking up Enchanted Rock itself. Dominating the park is a DAVID & CATHY CURL large pink granite exfoliation dome that rises 425 feet above ground and 1,825 feet above sea level. Gates open at 8:30 a.m. and it is recommended that hikers go early to miss crowded conditions. (The best times are usually found during the week). It is best to check the webCUSTOM HOMES • RESTORATIONS site www.tpwd.state.tx.us for information about closings. The entry fee to the park is $6 for persons 12 and older.

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Texas White House first floor rooms now open to public A chance to travel the land and walk the floors once home to a president of the United States is offered at the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park in Stonewall. The LBJ Ranch and the Texas White House are part of the legacy of the nation’s 36th president, Lyndon B. Johnson, and his family. The LBJ National Park is actually divided into two districts located on either side of the Gillespie-Blanco county line at Stonewall and Johnson City. The LBJ Ranch is located a mile east of Stonewall on the north side of the Pedernales River. Managed by the National Park Service, it is a companion attraction to the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site which is located on the river’s south side. The other district in Johnson City in Blanco County is made up of the LBJ Boyhood Home and the Johnson Settlement. Both park districts are open 362 days of the year, closed only on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. The purpose of the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park is two-fold: to provide a history about early Central Texas life and to educate the

public and honor the United States’ 36th presidential couple, the late Lyndon B. and Lady Bird Johnson. Stonewall District For the national park’s Stonewall District, operating hours are 9 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. and it is open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. The first stop for any tour of the LBJ Ranch is at the LBJ State Park and Historic Site Visitor Center, located 17 miles east of Fredericksburg. Information about the tour, accessible through private vehicle, exhibits and the gift shop is shared at this location. Permits for the driving tour are issued at no charge, starting at 9 a.m. and no later than 4:15 p.m. The tour leads travelers onto Ranch Road 1 and crosses the Pedernales River near the Junction School. It was here that Lyndon Johnson began his formal education at the age of four. He returned here as president in 1965 to sign the landmark Elementary and Secondary Education Act. The route continues to the president’s reconstructed birthplace. Visitors can see this structure and then stroll to the Johnson family cemetery, where Lady Bird Johnson

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is laid to rest alongside President Johnson, his siblings and his parents. From there, visitors can go to the LBJ Ranch Hangar where tickets are obtained for the first-come, first-serve tours of the restored first floor of the Texas White House beginning at 10 a.m. and running through 4:30 p.m. each day. Cost is $2 (increases to $3 on Jan. 2, 2013) for those 18 years of age or up, free for those under 17. The first floor rooms of the Texas White House have been restored to the way they looked during LBJ’s presidency. The tour includes the Presidential Office, living room, dining room, den and kitchen, Yellow Sitting Room and President and Mrs. Johnson’s bedroom suites. It was to the LBJ Ranch that President Johnson retired in

1969 following 37 years of public service and it is at the ranch that he and Mrs. Johnson are buried. Johnson City District Fourteen miles east of the

LBJ Ranch is the Blanco County seat, Johnson City, named for Lyndon Johnson’s relative James Polk Johnson in 1879. This park district includes Cont. on page 121

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Texas White House a visitor center at 100 East Ladybird Lane, the LBJ Boyhood Home and the Johnson Settlement, his grandparents’ ranch headquarters from 1868-1872. The visitor center is open from 8:45 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven

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days a week. There is a permanent exhibit gallery with world events and LBJ history timelines, and a Great Society Wall, as well as an exhibit devoted to Mrs. Johnson. Two videos — “LBJ: The President” and “Lady Bird

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Johnson”, are shown throughout the day. Both are closecaptioned and last 30 minutes. The center includes a bookstore and gift items for both children and adults. The LBJ Boyhood Home is open for guided touring with a park ranger from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding the noon hour, seven days a week. The tour lasts approximately 20 minutes and is free of charge. The Johnson Settlement, a short walk from the visitor center, transports visitors back in time to the early days of settlement in Texas. The Johnson Settlement is self-guided. The entire loop through the parcel is about eight-tenths of a mile. A visitor contact station is open in the Withers and Spauldings Building in downtown Johnson City. There, the public will see how a general

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Groups of 25 or more are advised to make advance reservations for activities in either district by calling the number above then dialing ext. 231. The park has extensive information on its website, www. nps.gov/lyjo.

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LBJ State Park pays tribute to former president Celebrating German heritage, Hill Country wildlife and the 36th President of the United States, the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site welcomes visitors year-round in Stonewall. Located about 17 miles east of Fredericksburg on U.S. Highway 290, the popular destination site blends historical exhibits, memorabilia and a living history farm with recreational sports, nature and bicycling trails, shopping and more. Honoring Gillespie County’s native son, Lyndon B. Johnson, the state park tells his story, as well as that of others living in the Texas Hill Country — past and present. It was officially dedicated in August, 1970, in a ceremony attended by Johnson family members and dignitaries. The entrance to the 700plus acre site features a Visitor Center complex, where exhibits such as “A Hill Country Heritage: the Land and People that Inspired a President and First Lady”, “Hill Country Album” and “More than Flowers: Mrs. Johnson’s Gift to the

People” entice visitors daily. In addition to containing memorabilia focusing on the late president’s two terms of office, there’s also an auditorium complex that accommodates up to 250 persons for free films shown daily. In the same structure, there’s a gift shop open daily from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. “It’s not a typical souvenir shop, but rather a community gift store with some unique one-of-a-kind crafted items,” said park superintendent Iris Neffendorf. The Visitor Center is the first stop for any tour to the LBJ Ranch, which is a part of the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park. (See separate article on the national park facility elsewhere in this issue.) Attached to the Visitor Center is the Behrens Cabin, a two-room dogtrot cabin built during the 1840s by German immigrant Johannes Behrens. There’s also an outdoor amphitheater used for a variety of programs. Throughout the park, exhibits and programs reflect on

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the Indian, Spanish and German cultures that have had a lasting impact on the lives of people living in this area today. Delving deeper into the lasting German heritage is the Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm, which depicts the

life of a German/Texas family from 1915-1918. East of the Visitor Center and off the nature trail, the farm is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. daily. Guided tours there allow park interpreters to demonstrate every phase of life characteristic of that era.

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LBJ State Park winding nature trail leads takers to a larger-than-life bronze statue of the former president overlooking the Pedernales River. It also trails near a wildlife enclosure housing Texas longhorn cattle, buffalo and white-tailed deer. Another trail approximately a mile long is handicapped accessible and suitable for wheelchairs, bicycles and strollers. It departs the Visitor Center and travels through fields of wildflowers and past the Texas longhorns’ pen to the Danz cabins before looping back. Every trail in the park is linked with directional signs and strategically-placed markers giving a brief description of highlights along the path. Numerous shaded picnic and rest areas (some with restroom facilities) are available at the state park and a few roadside parks line Ranch Road 1, which snakes parallel to the Pedernales River. From early June throughout

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the summer, a large pool facility — complete with children’s wading pool and a covered pavilion — is manned by certified lifeguards. Nearby are two lighted tennis courts. Available by reservation is the park’s dining hall and group picnic area, located on the banks of the Pedernales River, as well as a separate baseball diamond facility. Fishing is allowed without a license from the banks of state park lands. Persons interested in volunteering at the park may contact the park at 830-644-2252 for application forms and more information. The state park hosts yearround special events and programs for the public. The holiday season is highlighted during this time of the year. • Fall/Winter events •Nov. 24: Children are invited to get in the Christmas Spirit early with a cookie-dec-

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SEASONAL MUSIC is provided during the annual tree-lighting event held at the Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site. The program — which also includes refreshments, a live nativity scene, a visit from Santa Claus, and the lighting of a special outdoor Christmas tree — is scheduled for Sunday, Dec. 16. — Standard-Radio Post photo

and is expected to be over around 9 p.m. More information on specially-planned park events, as well as rental of the park and its facilities, is available by contacting the park headquar-

ters at 830-644-2252, extension 226, e-mailing a message to lbj@tpwd.state.tx.us or visiting the park’s website: www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/ findadest/parks/lyndon_b_ johnson/.

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Economic Development Commission helps diversify economy Gillespie County’s economy thrived on agriculture for decades, and crops and livestock still are a staple for area economic production. Some agriculture, specifically peaches and grapes, are hugely important to today’s dominant economic driver — tourism. Economic development mostly coasts on tourism, but the county has much more to offer for businesses. The Gillespie County Economic Development Commission, a nonprofit entity, seeks to diversify the local economy even more. Tim Lehmberg, executive director for the GCEDC, said “perfect fit” businesses would include precision machining, aviation and avionics-related businesses, specialty food and

beverage production and agritourism, among others. Unlike many towns, the GCEDC is not funded by a half-cent sales tax that many municipalities and counties levy for development purposes. The half cent received in Gillespie County goes to property tax relief. But Lehmberg doesn’t see that as a hamstring for development efforts. “I don’t consider us to be disadvantaged when it comes to our ability to attract people and businesses to Gillespie County,” he said. “I sell our location, our scenic beauty, our climate, our schools, our hospital, our heritage — you name it.” Lehmberg said the tourism provides amenities that most towns of 10,000 could only dream of. Businesses can ben-

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efit from having a million and a half potential customers per year, but the area still maintains a quality of life sought by many. Fredericksburg and Gillespie County maintain their charm because they have not experienced the unbridled growth of some suburban areas. Lehmberg said many businesses work together to promote the area, such as wineries and art galleries. Wineries are a rapidly growing part of the economic picture as well. Lehmberg estimates the industry has a $100 million economic impact on the county, and that figure is growing rapidly as Gillespie becomes known as a “mini Napa Valley.” The planned Texas Center for Wine & Culinary Arts (cur-

rently in planning and fundraising stages) will boost that reputation almost overnight when it opens. It will help with workforce training through culinary education and industry training for wine, food and hospitality sectors. Food and wine classes will drive more visitors to the area. The center also will have

partitionable meeting and exhibit room spaces designed to accommodate up to 700 or more. The center will be located on Ufer Street between Adams and Lincoln. For more information about the GCEDC, contact Lehmberg at 830-997-6523 or by email at edc@fbgtx.org.

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Boys, Girls Club provides special place for local youth Dedicated entirely to youth development during their out-of-school time, the Boys & Girls Club of the Texas Hill Country, Fredericksburg branch, provides a safe place for children to learn and develop year-round. Daily after school and during school breaks, the club provides more than 200 young people in Fredericksburg with character development, a sense of belonging, and the physical, emotional, and social skills they need to succeed in life, club director Lee Miller said. The club depends on community support for its dayto-day operations. Volunteers play a major role in its activi-

ties. “Volunteers are always welcome at our club,” Miller said. “We’re always looking for people who can assist our organization’s mission and touch our members’ lives in ways they may never otherwise be influenced.” For those interested in either working directly with youth or helping behind the scenes, opportunities abound. Sharing their careers or demonstrating special skills or hobbies are ways volunteers help to shape and impact these children’s lives immensely. After school each day the club conducts Power Hour where staff and volunteers assist members with homework,

reading, and critical thinking skills. The tutoring program is proven to raise academic proficiency of members. There are also other ways in which volunteers may help, such as maintaining the community garden, landscaping, and cleaning. People from the community have engaged young club members in a variety of activities to help them discover their talents, from chess to digital photography to gardening to Tai Chi. “The Boys & Girls Club focuses on Five Key Elements,” Miller added. “Safe, positive environment; fun; supportive relationships; opportunities and expectations; and

MEMBERS of the Fredericksburg branch of the Boys & Girls Club of the Texas Hill Country look around the Power Hour Store to see how they want to spend the points they earned for completing their homework during a six-week’s school term. — Photo provided by the Boys & Girls Club of the Texas Hill Country

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Gillespie Wildlife abundant From bird-watching to hunting for a trophy-sized buck here in the Texas Hill Country, the quality and abundance of wildlife draws many to Gillespie County each year. For those who enjoy birding, there are the nature trails at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park in Fredericksburg and the Lyndon B. Johnson state and national parks in Stonewall. For hunters of white-tailed deer and other wild game such as turkey, quail, dove and more, the 2012-2013 big game season is right around the corner. Hunters in Gillespie County will get their first shots at whitetails and wild turkey when the archery-only season opens Sept. 29 and lasts through Nov. 2. Soon thereafter comes the general rifle season for deer and turkey, from Nov. 3 through Jan. 6, 2013. A “special late antlerless and spike buck deer season” is planned Jan. 7-20, and a special turkey season (Rio Grande turkey) is set from March 16-April 28 (gobblers and hens). Bag limits, provision for the taking of antlerless deer, and special requirements of the county, shall be as specified for the first two days of the general open season. The annual bag limit for turkey, in the aggregate for all counties, is four, no more than one of which may be an Eastern turkey.

As for wild turkey hunting, the bag limit for all seasons and counties combined is four birds per license year (no more than one of which may be an Eastern turkey). Licensed hunters 16 years of age or younger will get their crack at this year’s deer harvest by rifle during a youthonly, early open season on Oct. 27-28 and a late season that runs from Jan. 7-20, 2013. They will also get similar opportunities to hunt turkey in special seasons from Oct. 27-28, Jan. 19-20. Only licensed hunters 16 years of age or younger may hunt turkey during this season. Bag limits are as specified by the general fall turkey season. The quail hunting season in Gillespie County, as well as the remainder of the state, for this year will run from Oct. 27 to Feb. 24, 2013. The daily bag limit is 15, with a possession limit of 45. An upland game bird stamp endorsement ($7) is required to hunt turkey, quail, pheasant, lesser prairie chicken or chachalacas in Texas. For dove hunting enthusiasts, Gillespie County is stationed in the Central Zone by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. Therefore, its regular dove season will run from Sept. 1 through Oct. 24 and from Dec. 22-Jan. 6. In all zones, the daily bag limit can include no more than two white-tipped (whitefronted doves). The possession

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Nature trails wind through Lady Bird Johnson Park For a leisure step back into the serenity of nature, three nature trails are waiting for people to enjoy. They are located inside Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park, about two miles south of Fredericksburg’s Main Street along State Highway 16 South. The pathways were established by the Friends of the Fredericksburg Nature Center. After going through the rock wall entrance of the park, visitors will find the beginning point to the left. All of the trails are near the park’s entrance and are easy to find. ALL THREE NATURE TRAILS are open year-round, giving The first trail is the people the chance to enjoy nature during all four seasons. — 3,000-foot-long Live Oak Standard-Radio Post photo

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teers from the Fredericksburg Nature Center and the Hill Country Master Naturalist Chapter. The hard-surface trail required nine months to build and features a bird feeding area, a butterfly habitat and scenic overlooks. The HAT also has access to a special parking place and picnic tables. A cactus garden is near the golf course, along the Live Oak Wilderness nature trail. A bird blind was constructed by the HAT volunteers at the bird feeding area. The facility, located on the HAT, allows wheelchair access. A cedar palisade fence helps screen the bird feeding area from trail activity. From the blind, birders have close access to an excellent bird feeding station that features the three requirements for attracting birds: food, water and cover. Different types of feeders are displayed for educational purposes. Viewing from the blind is best in the fall-to-spring periCont. on page 128

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Nature Trails od when many birds winter in the Hill Country. More than 30 permanent and winter resident species can be seen at the feeding area, including fox, Lincoln’s, white-crowned and chipping sparrows, spotted towhee, hermit thrush, several wren species, titmice and chickadees. The facility also includes a water drip system for the birds. Together, the trails offer the nature hiker about a mile-long trail of wildlife viewing. Before venturing onto the trails, visitors are asked to drop by the park headquarters office for trail maps, selfguiding brochures and checklists of flora and fauna found in the park. These checklists, which are free of charge, are inventories of the wildlife seen within the boundaries of the park and are continually being updated as new species are discovered. To date, over 250 species of

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wildflowers have been identified along the trail areas. All of these wildflowers are naturally occurring. In addition to the wildflowers, there are more than 40 species each of trees and grasses. Having over 300 native plants in the nature area is documentation of the park’s rich plant diversity. Presently, there have been 177 species of birds seen in the park area, including ringed, belted, and green kingfishers, numerous wintering sparrows, water birds and shore birds. The spring and fall migration seasons are excellent times to look for warblers and other songbird migrants. One of the outstanding features of the nature area is the butterfly habitat located along the Vista Loop trail. The habitat features both larval and nectar food plants for the butterflies. In addition to the 250 species of wildflowers, 30 species of butterfly-preferred plant

species were planted in the habitat. Currently, 70 species of butterflies have been identified in the nature area and the list should continue to increase with time. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department also produced a display showing the butterfly life cycle and color photos of some of the butterflies seen in the park area. Also, a Pollinator Garden is under construction, located between the park swimming pool and the RV park. When finished, it will feature butterflies, native bees and native plants that rely on insects and birds for pollination. If colorful dragonflies and damselflies meet the hiker’s fancy, the nature area has 33 species of dragonflies and 15 species of damselflies. Look for these insects displaying red, blue, black, white, green and brown colors as they patrol the waterways in the park. Checklists of mammals,

THE NATURE TRAILS located at Lady Bird Johnson Municipal Park offer a variety of natural settings for the entire family to enjoy. — Standard-Radio Post Photo

reptiles and fish are available to round out the inventoried wildlife in the park. Photo PowerPoint presentations of wildflowers, birds, butterflies and dragonflies found in the park can be seen on a computer monitor in the office. A rock and geology demonstration area is under construction to showcase all of the different rock formations found in the Llano Uplift and Edwards Plateau regions. The

site, located along the HAT, will also have geologic maps and cross-sections of the geology of the Hill Country Region. The exhibit is a partnership with the Fredericksburg Rockhounds Club. The Friends of the Fredericksburg Nature Center was founded in 2000 to help showcase the natural diversity of the Hill Country wildlife. The Friends organization Cont. on page 130

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Vereins home to local history The Vereins Kirche, located in the center of Marktplatz, has served as many uses as its number of sides. This hexagonal landmark has served as the community’s first church, a fort, storehouse, meeting hall, library, office and museum over the years. But today, the Vereins Kirche, owned and managed by the Gillespie County Historical Society, is home to exhibits on the history of Fredericksburg and Gillespie County. The Vereins Kirche is open to visitors five days a week — Tuesdays through Saturdays — from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. It is closed on Sundays, Mondays and major holidays, but museum staff noted that during the summer season, it is open every day. Admission is by donation. Visitors to the Vereins Kirche will find many historiHOME to exhibits on the history of Fredericksburg and Gilcal exhibits, including photolespie County, the Vereins Kirche is located at the center of graph collections that depict Marktplatz. — Standard-Radio Post photo

life in early-day Gillespie County. The white building with a steep roof often referred to as the “coffee mill” structure, was erected in 1935 as a replica of the original Vereins Kirche which was constructed by the town’s settlers in 1847 a few yards away in the center of what is now Main Street. The original Vereins Kirche (community church) was used not only as a church (kirche), but also as a fort, a storehouse and a community meeting hall. As different denominations built their own houses of worship, it fell into disuse and disrepair. For the city’s 50th anniversary jubilee celebration in 1896, the structure’s outer walls were removed and it was used as a pavilion for the jubilee celebration. The next year it was completely demolished. For many years, local citizens had the vision and dream

of building a replica. By the end of 1933, one of the bright spots to emerge out of the Great Depression was the culmination of this dream. The Gillespie County Historical Society was formed to raise funds for building this memorial to the pioneers and local funds were matched with federal funds. In 1935, when the building had been completed and the grounds landscaped, a gala celebration was held to dedicate the structure. It was used as a museum to display memorabilia and collectibles of pioneer days. A part of the building was later set aside for use as a library. When the GCHS acquired the Kammlah property (located at Pioneer Museum Complex), the museum exhibits were moved there and the entire space was devoted to Pioneer Memorial Library. Cont. on page 130

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Nature Trails has had a long partnership with the Boys Scouts of America. To date, nine Eagle Scout candidates have utilized the nature area to provide projects for their advancement to scouting’s highest achievement. The Friends organization also partners with area Master Naturalists who donate 40 hours of volunteer work a year to nature related projects. Members offer their time to guide regional school children along the trails and environ-

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ments as outdoor classrooms. The highlight of the school year is when approximately 200 third grade students from Fredericksburg Elementary School spend a spring day in the park to learn more about what is living and growing in their backyards. Called “Wings Over the Hills”, this outdoor activity introduces the students to birds, butterflies, bats and dragonflies in addition to other interesting plants and animals found in the park.

The third annual “Wings nature center area, visit the www.fredericksburgnatureOver the Hills” festival will be Friends’ internet website at: center.org. held April 26-28, 2013. More information on this activity is available on-line at www.wingstx.org. The Friends of the Fredericksburg Nature Center hopes to have an interpretative center building in a few years to better showcase Hill Country nature. Becoming a member of the “Friends” organization will help in reaching that goal. For membership forms and other information about the

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When the county’s second courthouse was recycled for use as a library, through the generosity of Eugene and Margaret McDermott of Dallas, all the books were moved across the street to the new library facility. For a few years, part of the Vereins Kirche was used as an office for the Chamber of Commerce, although the GCHS maintained some exhibits in it. Soon, a number of GCHS members became involved in

putting together the present Archives Collection. When the chamber moved out of the Vereins Kirche, the entire space was given over to the archives (which have now been relocated to the GCHS Center, 312 West San Antonio Street). In the 1990s, Marktplatz underwent a remodeling and renovation. Also in place are display cases with lighting to better show some of the society’s

exhibits. A depiction of the peace treaty with the Comanches, painted by Lucy Meusebach Marschall in the 1920s hangs in the Vereins Kirche. A large collection of books on German Texan history is available for sale in the museum shop. Also located inside the Vereins Kirche is a store where a variety of items are sold, including books, postcards, pictures and souvenirs.

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Marktplatz the place to gather From art exhibits to farmers’ markets to Oktoberfest, Marktplatz is where locals and visitors alike can be found to come together for a good time. This plaza in the middle of town is where events of many varieties happen in Fredericksburg. Marktplatz’s history is just as rich as the vibrant life it still leads to this day. The Vereins Kirche, widely recognized as the symbol of Fredericksburg, stands in the center of the square and is a replica of the first house of worship, meeting place and fortress built soon after the city was founded in 1846. Marktplatz was originally known as Market Square until the area was redeveloped to its present state in time for the city’s 150th anniversary in 1996. This area was originally designated by the city’s founder, John O. Meusebach, as a place for people to gather and enjoy themselves. Today, the area is a show-

place, far from the days when the area had filling stations, used car lots and a variety of other structures, plus a youth baseball field. The “Marktplatz Service Building” is located at the corner of Main and Adams streets and houses a substation for the Fredericksburg Police Department. Public restrooms are located on the Adams Street side of the building. Additional restroom facilities are located in an adjacent building. Children can keep entertained at the playground while their parents participate in events being held on the grounds at one of the three covered pavilions -- the Adelsverein Halle, the Oktoberfest Halle and the Kinder Halle. Also included on Marktplatz are brick walkways, numerous arbors and a History Walk that honors the pioneers of the community, including President Lyndon B. Johnson, Admiral Chester W. Nimitz

and the men and women who have served in the armed forces, along with Jacob Brodbeck, a pioneer resident of here who was an early aviator. A statue of Fredericksburgborn composer Frank Valentin van der Stucken is located in the Pioneer Garden on the square. Also located in the Pioneer Garden near the water wheel is a near-life-size bronze statue of Meusebach’s yetunbroken peace treaty with the Comanche Indians. Dedicated in 1997, the memorial was placed by the city’s 150th Anniversary committee. Brick walkways in the area include engraved bricks recognizing donors who have purchased them to help finance the redevelopment and help perpetuate their names in the history of the community. At other places, there are benches, lamps and other fixtures. A Maibaum graphically depicting early history, indi-

A NEAR-LIFE SIZE memorial on Marktplatz pays homage to Fredericksburg founder John O. Meusebach who negotiated a peace treaty with the Comanche Indians in the early days of the colony. — Standard-Radio Post photo

viduals, festivals and customs of the community, attracts wide attention and is a touch of the type of installations found in major town squares in Germany. A bust of the city’s founder, John O. Meusebach that stands in front of the Vereins Kirche, is the site of a spe-

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Gillespie wildlife Cont. from page 126

rather watch than hunt, there are also many non-game animals in the Texas Hill Country like the very-unique armadillos, raccoons, hawks, opossums, coyotes and numerous other birds, not to mention an

occasional porcupine and an ample supply of the distinctly marked but odious skunk. Among the factors accounting for the large populations of deer and other forms of wildlife in the Fredericksburg

area is the rugged, hilly terrain, which affords plenty of cover, vegetation and water to sustain the animals yearround. In other parts of Texas, the terrain is flatter and less wood-

ed, perhaps even converted to farmland. Also, the increasing development of housing and expanding city limits in other places has forced wildlife out of its natural habitat. To put it simply, wildlife is

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stration of positive character traits,” she noted. At the club, programs are provided in character and leadership development, health and life skills, education and career, the arts, and sports, fitness and recreation. Along with instructional activities such as Literacy Plus and the Arts, the club also offers social development guidance in its games rooms, gyms, and outdoor venues. SMART Moves is another key club program designed for different age levels. The elementary program is designed to equip first through fifth graders with a sturdy selfesteem to handle bullies and other negative influences, while teens are educated on risk avoidance behaviors regarding alcohol, tobacco, and drug use as well as premature sexual activity. Passport to Manhood is a program especially for boys entering the teen years with discussions on relationships, responsibility, and a healthy self-image. Netsmartz, The Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s nationally recognized Internet safety program, is one of many

options in the club’s computer lab. Enriching software programs and online activities teach skills and involve members in creative projects. Triple Play, a game plan for mind, body, and soul, takes a holistic approach to educating youth about proper nutrition, fitness, and healthy habits. Annually, the club also hosts its Healthy Habits Fair-for-All for children and adults alike. The four annual fair runs from March 11-15. Sponsored events bring in funds to help with costs of the club operations. All funds stay within the local community. The annual Shopping Tournament, held in September, brings a team of locals and visitors to downtown Fredericksburg for a day of competitive shopping. Entrants’ fees and a silent auction at the annual Luckenbach Car Show also bring in money to support the Fredericksburg Boys & Girls Club. In addition, the newly added Shootin’ Fore the Stars Golf Tournament, presented by the Dr Pepper Mason Bot-

tling Company and the 7-Up Bottling Company of South Texas, should prove to be highly instrumental in bringing in needed resources. The April 16th tournament hosted by Boot Ranch will provide fabulous gourmet food and fantastic prizes, including a Hole-in-One Car sponsored by Lexus of Austin. The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Texas Hill Country serve hundreds of youth in Gillespie and Kendall counties with locations in Fredericksburg, Boerne, and Comfort. The corporate office for the organization is located at 501 Main Street in Fredericksburg, while the Fredericksburg club conducts operations in facilities provided by the city. Weekday club hours for the Elementary Program are 3:30-6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For the teen program, hours are 3:30-6:30 p.m. MondayThursday and 3:30-9 p.m. Friday. Soon, hours will reextend to 8 p.m., Monday through Thursday. “Dues are kept low so all

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Golden Rule days Heyday of one-room rural schools remembered in Gillespie County in open houses, on driving trail In the early 1900s, Gillespie County served as home to as many as 44 rural schools serving the children of German immigrants who had settled here. Today, there are 16 historic country schoolhouses that remain to serve as community centers. Open houses are held there intermittently throughout the year, and the schools (many of them one-room structures) are featured stops on the year-round, 120-mile Gillespie County Country Schools Driving Trail. Driving Trail

Street (across the street from the National Museum of the Pacific War’s Bush Gallery). Driving directions, plus histories and photos of each of the schools are also available at: www.historicschools.org. Detailed histories are available about each of these schools: Cave Creek, Cherry Spring, Crabapple, Lower South Grape Creek, Luckenbach, Meusebach Creek, Nebgen, Pecan Creek, Rheingold, Williams Creek (Albert), Willow City, Wrede, Junction, Cherry Mountain, Grapetown and White Oak. Open House Events

Driving maps and direcA closer look inside many of tions to the trail and its various the schools is offered during schoolhouses are available free open houses. of charge at the Fredericksburg Cont. on page 134 Visitor Center, 302 East Austin

CHECKING OUT the old-fashioned, hand-painted curtain gracing a rural school stage is a visitor during one of the open house receptions held intermittently throughout the year by the Friends of Gillespie County

Country Schools. The historic sites are also featured on a self-guided driving trail, for which maps are available at the Fredericksburg Visitor Information Center, 302 East Austin Street. — Standard-Radio Post photo

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Gillespie rural schools Former students will greet the public from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (unless otherwise noted): •Saturday, Oct. 6: Nebgen, Junction and Williams Creek (Albert) Schools and Trinity Lutheran Church of Stonewall; •November Open House: Any school will be opened upon request. Visit the schools’ director at http://historicschools. org for contact information for individual schools’ representatives;

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schools in the county is among the best in the state,” said Bob Brinkman, of the Texas Historical Commission’s History Programs Division. “This is testimony to the craftsmanship of the original builders, the perseverance of the communities and the preservation ethic of Gillespie County citizens.” Many schools were formed by German immigrants who •Saturday, Dec. 15: Annual brought with them a keen love Benefit Bake Sale. (More details of education when they poured to come.) into the area known as the Texas 2013 Hill Country in the mid- to late•January: Closed. •Saturday, Feb. 9: Rheingold 1800’s — starting with a settleand Cave Creek Schools. ment in New Braunfels in 1845 •March: Closed. and then Fredericksburg in 1846. •Saturday, April 6: 5 school The first school in Fredericksopen house – Wrede, Pecan Creek, Cherry Spring, Cherry burg was erected on the MarkMountain and Crabapple Schools. tplatz (Market Square) in the More open house dates will be center of Main Street in 1847. announced in the 2013 Spring/ This Vereins Kirche (Community Church) was to serve as church, Summer Visitors Guide. school, community meeting hall and fort, if needed. Comanche Indians roamed the area, and the Germans had reached the DODDS FAMILY frontier of Texas before the U.S. TREE NURSERY Army. As families moved onto land & FLORIST more distant from town, the “FOR ALL YOUR GARDENING & FLORAL NEEDS”

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er to educate the children in private homes. Eventually land was donated by a family in the area and a community school was built — taking names descriptive of nearby natural landmarks such as Cave Creek, Crabapple, Pecan Creek or Lower South Grape Creek. The German heritage of Gillespie County is evident in other names like Luckenbach, Meusebach, Rheingold and Nebgen ‘Friends’ Form

Although it proved to be unfounded, a rumor that “they’re selling our schools” brought a group of local citizens together as the “Friends of Gillespie County Country Schools” in the interest of preserving the traditions of the rural schools and their place in Gillespie County history. As a result of the Gilmer-Aiken Law in 1949, ownership of most of the rural school properties in Gillespie County was transferred to the Fredericksburg Independent School District, which then was prohibited from later returning those properties to their communities.

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were also repaired. New runway lighting uses LED lighting, replacing old incandescent bulbs, which will last longer and provide brighter visual cues. A moving and upgrade of the Airport Weather Observation System also took place. Game fencing will be installed to further protect pilots and planes. The final piece of the renovation puzzle involved adding a helicopter pad to accommodate large army and firefighting helicopters. The terminal building provides a comfortable environment for those waiting for arriving flights, passengers and aircrews. A credit cardoperated refueling system provides aviation gasoline (100LL) and jet fuel 24 hours a day. Another T-hangar is in the works at the airport to increase the housing capacity

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for area pilots. Current tietown capability is 52 planes. The airport also houses the Hangar Hotel and Conference Center, which has 50 upscale guest rooms, an officer’s club, meeting facilities for large groups and the Airport Diner, modeled after and serving food that would be served in classic American diners. Also housed at the airport is Fredericksburg FBO, a fullservice, fixed-based operator that provides information and service to pilots and crews. And, full-service aircraft maintenance from Fritz Aviation and avionics repair from Pippen-York are available. Ground transportation options include rental cars from The Motor Pool or Enterprise at Fredericksburg FBO. Additional information about the Gillespie County Airport can be obtained from Roger Hansen, airport manager, at 830-990-5764.

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Little Luckenbach draws big crowds for music and more Infamous for its “everybody’s somebody” attitude and frequent live entertainment, Luckenbach, Texas, is a popular destination for music fans, bikers and all those interested in discovering the tiny town heard of by so many. Focal points of the historical landmark site off Ranch Road 1376 are its dancehall and general store, which are surrounded by large oaks, a creek and local history. Open daily at 9 a.m., the store offers visitors an oldfashioned experience and merchandise ranging from the nostalgic to items bearing the oval-shaped Luckenbach, Texas logo. Performing nearly daily on the outside stage or inside the dancehall, musicians provide tunes with a predominantly Texas flair.

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A POPULAR attraction for visitors to the Hill Country is the tiny town of Luckenbach where visitors will find a variety of nostalgic and practice merchandise in the General Store along with live music just about every day. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

The adjacent “Feed Lot” pulled pork sandwiches and caters to hearty appetites other dishes. with barbecue, burgers, Cont. on page 137

Items include authentic Philly Cheesesteak Hero, Slow cooked BBQ Pulled Pork. Plus Homemade Pastrami, Chicago Style Italian Beef, Fresh made Chicken Salad and Meatloaf.

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A BUST in downtown Luckenbach pays tribute to the late Hondo Crouch whose humor and vision continues to draw visitors to the tiny Hill Country community. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

Luckenbach is known for having a relaxed atmosphere, once made famous in the song by Willie Nelson and Waylon Jennings: “Luckenbach, TX (Back To The Basics of Love”. • Special events A variety of local and regional artists including Ben Beckendorf, Thomas Michael Riley, Jimmy Lee Jones, Gary P. Nunn, Roger Creager, Cowboy Doug Davis and others make sure Luckenbach has music just about every day — whether it’s in a regular Picker’s Circle under a tree, a weekend dance in the hall or one of the many special events the town has scheduled. Some highlights on the fall and winter calendar are: •Oct. 6: Oktober Fiesta with Stephanie Urbina Jones. •Nov. 24: Robison Family Thanksgiving with Charlie Robison, Bruce Robison, Kelly Willis and Robyn Ludwick. •Dec. 15: Asleep At The Wheel Christmas Show. •Dec. 22: Christmas Ball with Gary P. Nunn. •Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve with Dale Watson. •Jan. 26: Luckenbach Blues Festival.

•Feb. 16: Valentines Ball with Gary P. Nun. •March 23: Mud Dauber Fest and Chili Cookoff. •April 12-14: Thomas Michael Riley’s Music Fest. A complete schedule and more details as event dates near are available online at www.luckenbachtexas.com or by phoning 1-888-311-8990 (997-3224 if local). The Luckenbach Town Loop is located east of Fredericksburg on U.S. Highway 290, then down on the right about five miles south on Ranch Road 1376. • Luckenbach began in 1852 when Jacob Luckenbach and his two brothers, William and August, moved to the area from Fredericksburg and began farming. William Luckenbach opened a post office under the name of South Grape Creek in 1854 and it operated for 11 years. In 1886, August Engel Jr. reopened a post office for the community along with a general store in the Engel homestead. It was named Luckenbach by Minna Engel, who had just married Carl Albert Luckenbach and was unof-

ficially serving as postmistress. Engel and his descendants later moved the post office and general store down the street and added a blacksmith shop, dance hall and cotton gin. Although the post office was officially known as Luckenbach, people still referred to it as Engel’s, where farm produce was sold and staples such as flour and sugar were sold. In 1970, the Engel family sold the town to Hondo Crouch, Kathy Morgan and Guich Koock. During the years that followed, Luckenbach gained national attention as a “metropolis of mirth” thanks in large part to Crouch’s far-reaching humor, along with Waylon Jennings’ and Willie Nelson’s hit song, “Luckenbach, Texas (Back to the Basics of Love)”. People even began to make trips to the tiny hamlet, just to experience the place. In the early-1970s, country-western star Jerry Jeff Walker further put Luckenbach on the map by recording his live album (Viva Terlingua) there. For five years — 1995 through 1999 — Willie Nelson brought his July 4th Picnic to Luckenbach.

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Higher education for Gillespie County Hill Country University Center houses classes for Texas Tech, Austin Community College Enrollment continues to grow at the Hill Country University Center, now in its third year of offering instruction to area students without the commute to larger cities. Classes are offered by Texas Tech University and Austin Community College in core curriculum and a variety of specialty courses. For the fall 2012 semester, the center had 742 students enrolled with both institutions, taking a total of 1,810 individual course enrollments. These students total 5,430 semester credit hours. “Our enrollment is up from the year before,” said Bob Hickerson, executive director of the HCUC. “Also, these figures are face-to-face enrollments only and don’t include the popular online offerings now available from both institutions.”

Classes are housed in a 24,000-square-foot facility, located on 68 acres at the eastern edge of town on U.S. Highway 290 East. The first building of the HCUC campus has seven classrooms, 10 offices, a science lab, student lounge, bookstore, teachers’ lounge, computer library and community room. It has state-ofthe-art technology, including drop screens, HD projectors and cameras, along with 14 cameras controlled by a touchpanel screen. Since many students work during the day, evening classes are popular. Recently, the OK was given for Texas Tech to break ground on a teaching vineyard on acreage at the site. Given the growing interest in viticulture in the area, students will have

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ing, pruning and harvesting. Ed Hellman, program director, said the teaching vineyard Bob Hickerson is executive director of Hill Country Uniwill be used by students in the versity Center. Phone number Texas Viticulture Certificate is 830-990-4948. Program. Twenty-nine students have an opportunity to study grape- completed the program, previvines and proper growing ously held at a local vineyard. techniques, including plant- Most have either begun their www.hcucenter.org

own vineyard or are employed at a local commercial vineyard or winery. Forty students are enrolled in the second cohort, which will begin in September 2013. Information on the viticulture program is online at http://winegrapes.ttu.edu/ viticulturecertificate.html.

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FTC stagings on par with big city offerings Visitors to the Texas Hill Country will not have to venture to ‘big cities’ like Austin or San Antonio in order to enjoy an evening of live theater as Fredericksburg boasts an acclaimed community theater troupe. The Fredericksburg Theater Company, currently in its 16th season, is known for its productions at its Steve W. Shepherd Theater at 1668 U.S. Highway 87 South. FTC will host its second production of the year the drama Wait Until Dark Oct. 12-28. The 16th season of the Fredericksburg Theater Company will continue with the Christmas-time musical The 1940s Radio Hour (Dec. 13-23), the spring musical A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum (Feb. 22-March 10) and the play Moonlight and Magnolias (April 12-27). “We wanted to continue a strong variety of productions creating a roller coaster effect of entertainment, from great family musical, to suspense drama, holiday hit musical, to musical

comedy, then rounding out the season with a knee busting, fast paced comedy,” Artistic Operations Manager Kerry Goff said. FTC will also hold the second of two concerts in their 16th season lineup as they host string quartet Mango Moon Jan. 12-13. The concert will also feature vocalist Amanda Hollis and aerialist Julia Langenberg. Earlier this summer, the theater company hosted a concert with former Broadway star of The Phantom of the Opera David Gaschen. Show times and info Show times are generally Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets usually go on sale a full two weeks prior to opening night at the FTC Box Office, located at 306 East Austin Street. Tickets can be reserved by calling the FTC office at 9973588 or toll free at 888-6697114. Updates and more detailed information about upcoming Cont. on page 140

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Need to get back to the basics? FAMILY-FRIENDLY productions such as Godspell frequently make appearances at the Fredericksburg Theater Company, which continues its 16th season with the upcoming production of Wait Until Dark. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

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productions may be found at: www.fredericksburgtheater.org. FTC has earned a positive reputation for its big musicals, with full orchestras. Some of those productions included: Man of La Mancha, South Pacific (twice), Fiddler on the Roof, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, My Fair Lady, Peter Pan, The Sound of

Music, 1776, Annie, The Music Man, Camelot, West Side Story, The King and I, Annie Get Your Gun, The Fantasticks and Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. The theater ticket office is located at 306 East Austin Street, near the Fredericksburg Visitor Information Center. Phone number is (830) 9973588 or (888) 669-7114.

The Seasons Fredericksburg

The minute you get to Luckenbach you take a step back in time. Listen to pickin' under the oak trees...two step to a Texas band...or just sit back and relax along the banks of Grape Creek. Who knew being somebody could be this easy?

Oct. 6th Oktober Fiesta

Dec. 22nd Christmas Ball w/ Gary P. Nunn

Oct. 20th Harvest Classic European & Vintage Motorcycle Rally

Dec. 31st New Year’s Eve Dance w/ Dale Watson

Nov. 3rd Hunters Ball w/ Chris Wall Band

Jan. 26th Blues Fest

Nov. 24th Robison Family Thanksgiving w/ Charlie, Bruce & Kelly & Robyn Ludwick

Feb. 15th-17th 38th Annual Hug-In & Valentine Ball

Dec. 1st Roger Creager Dec. 15th Asleep at the Wheel Christmas Show

Vereins Kirche Christmas Ornament

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LUCKENBACH IS LOCATED: 10 miles SE of Fredericksburg. Five miles south of the intersection of Hwy. 290 & FM 1376 at the South Grape Creek bridge.

OPEN DAILY 9 til close

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Award-winning healthcare in the Hill Country Advanced care, forward vision, specialists among draws at Hill Country Memorial Hill Country Memorial is an 86-bed, non-profit hospital located on Texas Highway 16 South that operates without tax funds and serves an eightcounty area including Gillespie, Blanco, Burnet, Mason, Llano, Kendall, Kerr and Kimble counties. Recently ranked as a Top 100 Hospital by Thomson Reuters, Hill Country Memorial is consistently ranked with the top 10 percent for quality care in the nation by a number of public and private evaluations. The community hospital employs approximately 650, including a medical staff exceeding 140 on-staff physicians representing more than 30 specialties ranging from allergy to joint replacement. Open 24 hours a day with an emergency department that manages more than a thousand admissions a month, the hospi-

tal also has more than 50,000 outpatient registrations annually. In addition, HCM’s five-suite surgery department handles more than 4,000 surgery cases a year. A modern imaging department offers heart catheterizations, MRIs, CT scans, wholebody imaging, nuclear medicine and interventional radiology. The HCM Breast Center is part of a comprehensive, multidisciplinary breast program that performs more than 4,000 digital mammograms each year and is equipped with two leading edge digital mammography units. Every breast disease case at HCM is reviewed by a group of HCM radiologists, oncologists, pathologists, surgeons to provide the best treatment path possible. This approach compliments tools and resources to

HILL COUNTRY MEMORIAL Hospital was named a Top 100 Hospital (nationwide) by Thompson Reuters, and is consistently

detect and treat this disease including digital mammography, breast MRIs, ultrasound breast-specific imaging, sentinel node biopsy and a tumor

ranked with the top 10 percent for quality care in the nation by public and private evaluations. — Standard-Radio Post file photo

marking procedure. The hospital recently launched Restore, the Remarkable Joint Program. The program enables patients to receive

high-quality joint care closer to home, using some of the most innovative and effective procedures and processes in

Ir o n i c a l l y, SOME VISIT FREDERICKSBURG TO SEE HISTORY, OTHERS COME TO ERASE IT.

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Hill Country Memorial the nation. The program enables patients to leave the hospital up to two days earlier than those who undergo traditional joint surgery. Following recovery, 98 percent of patients experience mild or no pain when walking. Hill Country Memorial is licensed by the Texas State Department of Health and is accredited by the Joint Commission. It does not receive funds from local, state or federal taxes, and is able to provide a large array of medical services through community support. The HCM continuum of care includes a focus on wellness to combat the onset of many diseases and ailments. The HCM Wellness Center offers a wide spectrum of fitness equipment, group fitness classes, an indoor heated pool, a warm-water therapy pool and health education opportunities for the community. HCM also offers comprehensive home care and hospice services. Volunteerism is an important part of Hill Country Memorial. The HCM Auxiliary was formed before the hospital was established and currently has a mem-

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Der Alte Fritz German Antiques

German & American Antiques & Collectibles • Primitives • Wall & Mantle Clocks • WWII Militaria • German Books • Metal & Wooden Toys • Garden Decor & More! AN ACTIVE and dedicated hospital auxiliary group this year raised enough money to help renovate the hospital’s patient rooms.

bership of 120 men and women. Auxilians are active in many areas and are an integral part of the hospital team. They also help fund comfort-related items for patients and family and provide medical education scholarships for HCM employees. More than 300 additional volunteers are assigned to other areas, including HCM Cancer Resource Center, HCMH Foundation, HCM Hospice (adults and teenagers) and HCM Thrift Shop. Members of the hospital’s 15-member governing board also volunteer their services. For information about volunteer

opportunities, call Linda Davis at 830-997-1307. Since 1989, the Hill Country Memorial Hospital Foundation has been providing financial support to the hospital and its taxexempt entities. Memorial and honorary gifts, as well as bequests from individuals and estates, help the hospital achieve its mission of providing remarkable care. All gifts are accepted as tax-deductible donations as provided by law. Call 830-997-1297 for more information. The hospital’s main number is 830-997-4353. Its web address is hillcountrymemorial.org.

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Gillespie County

Fair & Festivals As s o c i at ion Invites You To Join In The Family Fun, Entertainment, Dancing and Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing This Season at the Gillespie County Fair Grounds

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2012-2013 Schedule of Events October 19 - 21 ............. Texas Lone Star Gourd Society Festival October 27 .................... Gillespie County Swine Producers Sale October 27 - 28 ............. Texas Gun & Knife Show November 10 - 11 ........ Texas Presentations Antique Show November 17................ Wild Game Dinner November 22 - 25 ........ The Peddler Show December 15 - 16 ......... Silver Spur Gun & Blade Show December 31................. New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Eve Dance

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January 7 ....................... Stock Show Dinner January 11-12 .............. Gillespie County Youth Stock Show February 3......................Fredericksburg Band Booster Turkey Dinner February 16-17 ............. Texas Gun & Knife Show February 22-23 ............. Gillespie County BB Match March 7-8 ...................... Texas Star Trail Ride March 8-9 ...................... State BB Match March 11-15 .................. Fredericksburg ISD Spring Break March 22-24 .................. The Peddler Show March 30 ....................... Easter Fires April 13-14 .................... Silver Spur Gun & Knife Show April 20 ......................... 4-H District 10 Livestock Judging April 27 ......................... .17th Annual Scholarship Fest May 9 .......................... Beef Range and Field Day May 18 .......................... GCFFA Appreciation BBQ June 7 - 9 ....................... Antique Tractor & Engine Show July 6-7 .......................... Pari-mutuel Horse Races July 20-21 ...................... Pari-mutuel Horse Races & Chili Cook-off August 10 ..................... GCFFA Meat Goat Futurity August 11 ..................... GCFFA Lamb Futurity & Gillespie County Race Day Classic Steer Show August 10 - 11 .............. Pari-mutuel Horse Races August 22-25 ................ 125th Gillespie County Fair August 22 ..................... Texaco Country Showdown August 23 ..................... 125th Gillespie County Fair Parade August 23 ..................... Concert & Dance, TBD August 24 ..................... Concert & Dance, TBD August 24-25 ................ Pari-mutuel Horse Races August 25 ..................... Texas Wether Buck & Doe Sale September 14 ................ .4th Annual Fredericksburg Professional Bull Riding followed by live music TBD October 17 .................... Fall Beef Range and Field Day October 17 - 20 ............. Texas Lone Star Gourd Society Festival October 19 .................... Gillespie County Swine Producers Sale October 26 - 27 ............. Texas Gun & Knife Show November 9-10 ............ Texas Presentations Antique Show November 16................ Wild Game Dinner November 28-Dec 1..... The Peddler Show December 21-22 ........... Silver Spur Gun & Blade Show Schedule is subject to change without notice.

Est. 1881 Fredericksburg

Texas, 78624

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Silver Wine Trolley

Mettlach Beer Steins

England 1853

American Brilliant Cut Glass Decanters 1885-1910

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German Medical Trophy 1903