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Austin J5 Bandera B10 Bergheim D9 Bertram I2 Blanco F6 Boerne D9 Buchanan Dam F2 Buda J7 Bulverde G10 Burnet G2 Camp Verde B8 Canyon Lake G9 Castroville C12 Center Point B8 Clear Springs H11 Comfort C8 Concan A11 Driftwood H7 Dripping Springs H6 Fischer G8 Fredericksburg C5 Georgetown K2 Granite Shoals G2 Gruene H10 Hancock G8 Helotes G6 Henly G6 Highland Lakes F2/3 Hondo B13 Hunt A7 Hye E6

Ingram B7 Johnson City F5 Kendalia F8 Kerrville B7 Kingsland F2 Kyle I8 Lampasas G1 Leakey A9 Llano D2 Liberty Hill I12 Luckenbach D6 Luling K10 Marble Falls G3 Martindale J9 Mason B2 Medina A9 New Braunfels H10 Oak Hill I6 Oatmeal H2 Pipe Creek C10 Round Rock K3 San Antonio F12 San Marcos I9 Sattler H9 Seguin I11 Sisterdale D8 Spring Branch F9 Startzville G9 Stonewall D6 Utopia A10 Vanderpool A9 Wimberley H8

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Fall... oh yes, fall…just the sound of it makes you breathe a little easier after those sizzling hot summer days doesn’t it? The color of the leaves changing, the fresh cool air, nights out by the firepit, football games, outdoor festivals, and the smell and feel of a new season is refreshing.

We have so much in our Hill Country to explore and this time of year would be a perfect time to discover new places and events.

The River Region in the Hill Country is not to be forgotten this season, as the colorful leaves along the Frio, Sabinal and Nueces Rivers will truly fill your senses. Check out the Frio Family Camp in October or just up the road in Kerrville, you’ll find Kerrville Arts & Cultural Center’s Furniture Makers Show. In Comfort, a scarecrow invasion will be a part of the Harvest Fest and in Llano you can discover fine art and western exhibits at the Western Trappings art show. Antiques shops in Buda and Blanco might just have that treasure that you have been looking for as you travel the Hill Country roads. The Gruene Music & Wine Festival + Craft Beer Event and fundraisers and craft shows in Dripping Springs and Wimberley are not to be missed, as well.

Upon reading the Hill Country SUN this month, be sure to look at all of the exciting and interesting places and events amongst the advertisements, stories and calendar of events. Support your local Hill Country folks out there…you will be glad you did. And along the way, I hope you will make some wonderful memories. Happy Fall!

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ula Robbins can’t remember a time when she didn’t create. Growing up with an artist mother (Claudia Coose, who now lives in Washington State where she teaches) Tula was exposed to many mediums, including glass mosaic, doll making and iconography.

She put her passion for art aside to make a living over the years and immersed herself in the Hill Country culinary scene. But Tula felt the pull of art bringing her back to her true roots. “I Tula Robbins CENTER with her grandaughter Ava and really became inspired daughters Zoe LEFT and Athena RIGHT. a few years ago when a friend re-introduced me to glass art,” she recalls. And she hasn’t looked back. Since, Tula has designed more than 30 pieces of glass mosaic.

Tula has lived in Wimberley since 2006, where she has raised her two daughters, Zoe and Athena. Now a stay-at-home grandmother, she spends her days with her granddaughter, Eden, age 3, who loves to help out in her studio.

Her hand cut and pieced glass mosaics are composed of vibrant colors in stunning combinations ... if you look long enough, you might find antique buttons, geodes, even a crystal strategically placed to give the work a three-dimensional feel. Some feature familiar, even surprising likenesses, including David Bowie, Selena, Ian Curtis, and the Virgin of Guadalupe.

“When you’re trying to get glass art to resemble someone, it can be kind of intimidating. You don’t want to mess up perfection,” Tula smiles.

“You don’t want to do a bad imitation.”

Tula says her artistic process isn’t overly complicated. “I’ll get an idea or see a photo and think, I’d like to make a design inspired by that. I’ll draw on the glass with a marker and see how it comes out.

I love breaking up glass and seeing how it comes up,” she explains. Her glass art is truly stunning when displayed on a large window, and she can also provide behind-the-frame lighting to produce an illuminating effect.

Tula’s work is often inspired by mermaids, the sun, owls and birds. Ever the artistic innovator, Tula has also crafted a series of paper-quilled “Day of the Dead” bugs.

Tula recalls, “I can’t remember a time in my life when I wasn’t doing some form of artwork - making soap, quilling, making icons, etc. If I wasn’t doing it, I wouldn’t be the same person. It’s very therapeutic. It’s how I enjoy spending my time.”

Born and raised in Austin, she landed her first job at Terra Toys on South Congress when she was just 14 years old. Tula found herself drawn

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Her supervisor and coworkers enjoyed her designs so much they would often take them home.

Tula’s mother points out that Tula is still creating some of her original designs in the pieces she produces today, only in a different (more complicated) medium, and people are still drawn to her work.

She currently has invitations to display her artwork at the Echo in Johnson City, the 218 Co-Op Gallery in San Marcos, and with the San Marcos Art League at the Civic Center, and is looking forward to showing her glasswork at the Path Salon on South Congress in Austin around the holidays.

Tula hopes to soon expand her reach into Fredericksburg and San Antonio.

If you’re looking for a striking, one-of-a-kind piece to hang in your home or business, contact the artist directly to learn more. Tula is happy to create commissioned artwork. Photos courtesy Tula Robbins.

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Old 300 BBQ A BLANCO ORIGINAL

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Ladd Pepper, the Old 300’s pitmaster.

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very Hill Country community worth its salt needs its very own barbecue joint. And, in that regard, Blanco is certainly no exception.

Blessed with an exceptional BBQ eatery affectionately known as the Old 300 (located conveniently on the town’s historic and parking-friendly courthouse square), patrons agree that theirs truly is one smokin’ good establishment that “meats” all expectations – and the sides ain’t bad either.

So, does that make this hungry burg really worth its salt? You betcha. Just ask the Old 300’s amazing pit master (not kidding here), Ladd Pepper.

Come and eat it!

After the closing of Blanco’s sole BBQ restaurant in 2010, area ranchers and business-savvy entrepreneurs Sue and Mike Betzer were determined to reinstate barbecue back into the town’s commercial mix. Both shared a deep love for expertly slow-smoked Texas beef (as well as pork and chicken) and missed not having a local source. Working diligently, by 2013 the energetic couple had rechristened the former establishment as the Old 300 (in homage to the 300 families who pioneered Spanish Texas with Stephen F. Austin in the 1820s) refurbished everything from top to bottom, staffed up and basically, got the place “cooking” again.

But obviously, when considering any restaurant, cooking is key. In this regard, Mike and Sue were fortunate indeed. Ladd, a native son of Blanco, had apprenticed at the original restaurant where, over time, he acquired (and developed) the techniques, methods, secrets and reputation for the production of exceptional, flavorful barbecue. It was a natural that the Betzers, who admittedly were not experienced “restaurant people,” approach Ladd with, as he remembers, “an offer I couldn’t refuse.” That included owning a piece of the business as well as overseeing all of the food preparation, which, in his case, he was perfectly suited for. A deal was quickly struck bringing the BBQ pro on board thus ensuring the “new” Old 300 would, as the Betzers desired, “get the meat and juices flowing again.”

And, since inception, as its loyal and ever-growing clientele will attest, the Old 300 has done just that. Today, it’s become a destination in its own right drawing BBQ aficionados from Blanco, the greater Hill Country and even, from across the world. But, in spite of its popularity, the Old 300 remains a down-home, welcoming, unpretentious enterprise where there’s something for everyone – comfortable accommodations, attentive staffers, lots of atmosphere and first and foremost, incredible barbecue.

The menu tempts with a succulent selection of brisket (Angus and the Japanese-bred Akaushi beef), rib, chicken and sausage plates, all enhanced by a variety of homemade sauces and sides and, all prepared on-site. The kitchen boasts three commercial-grade, oak-fired pits where the handrubbed seasoned meats are slow-cooked for up to 14 hours. The resulting product is simply, the best. Complete your order with spicy pinto and/or green beans, tangy slaw, fried okra, creamed corn and other offerings for a perfect balance that is made even better with the addition of a cobbler or cake dessert. For those few (yeah, there’s one or two) that don’t want BBQ, the Old 300 also serves up delicious burgers, turkey sandwiches and other, filling and fabulous fare. And, there is also a good selection of beverages (adult and otherwise) for washing everything down. Yum! The Old 300 is more than just a dining biz however. In the rear is the “Back 40,” a large, event-friendly venue with a stage, ample seating and a dance floor to boot. Private parties, weddings, birthdays and other celebrations often use the space. The general public enjoys the area when live music is booked. And, if the party is elsewhere, off-site catering services can be provided as well.

All in all, the Old 300 and its savory, smoky sustenance, truly does make its hometown worth its salt. Or, as pit maestro Pepper asks, “In Blanco and want/need barbecue? Get to the Old 300. You’ll smile with every bite. ‘Meat’ you there!”

Photos courtesy Old 300 BBQ.

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Gruene Music & Wine Festival + Craft Beer Event

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or amazingly good times in the Texas Hill Country there’s one notable place that has everywhere else “Gruene” with envy. Yep, that’s our beloved Gruene, (pronounced: green) Texas. And, the reasons are simple indeed because what other location offers year ‘round world-class music, tons of traditional two-stepping, ample amounts of killer cuisine, loads of luscious libations as well as an oh-so cool riverbank venue that just can’t be beat. Quite frankly, entertainment-wise, it truly does seem to “have it all.” Want proof? Then just head on over this October when the historic old community will again showcase itself by hosting the 33rd iteration of its not-to-be-missed annual Gruene Music & Wine Festival + Craft Beer Event.

Really, where else can oenophiles, cerevisaphiles and audiophiles happily harmonize to all things guitar, grape and golden (as in ale) over four days of tunes, tasting and toe-tapping largely for the benefit of the worthy and wonderful United Way organization? No place that we can think of but, that’s what the Gruene Music & Wine Festival + Craft Beer Event is all about. So, come one, come all and join the joy at this by-the-glass class event where the fun, flavor and philanthropy flows faster than the Guadalupe. It’ll be a real corker!

Initially started in 1986 as a smaller scale music fest with a charitable aim, the festival drew a dedicated crowd of Country and Western enthusiasts that partied, played and generated $450 in donations. By 2000, the wine connection was added and the event really took off. Last year’s festival raised a whopping $153,323.01 for the United Way of Comal County. Wow! This October’s festival should prove to be the best yet, offering four days with four distinct events. Saturday’s event boasts vintners from 40 different notable Texas wineries all showcasing and sharing more than 100 delectable varieties of their best fermentations.Attendees are encouraged to saunter, sip and sample and, if the palette is pleased, purchase some of the same vintage from Gruene’s very own Grapevine wine outlet. Sunday the tastes will shift towards a bevy of Texas breweries as the fest hosts its always popular + Craft Beer Event where more than 80 delicious boutique concoctions will be offered for tasting and purchase as well. As past participants will attest, all of this effort can be “thirsty work” but well worth the effort – hic-cup!

And of course, what would be a music, wine and beer fest without the music? Thankfully, Gruene knows its stuff where that’s concerned. Multiple stages will be featuring non-stop, topnotch musical entertainment throughout each day with the audio attractions culminating with kickin’ stellar concerts every evening (except Sunday) in the legendary Gruene Hall, the Lone Star State’s oldest continuously operating dance hall that originally opened in 1878. Scheduled performers include: The Bacon Brothers, Thursday night, Tanya Tucker, Friday night, the Casey Donahew Band Saturday night and, lots of additional traditional Americana music (including the always popular gospel brunch) throughout the day on craft beer Sunday. Be sure and get your tickets early.

But there’s even more. If wine, beer and song weren’t enough, multiple arts and craft vendors will be offering their quality wares on Saturday and Sunday allowing fest goers to get an appreciated jump on Christmas gift buying. Couple this activity with what Gruene’s permanent restaurants augmented by multiple diverse food trucks will be deliciously dishing out daily and it seems that almost all physical, emotional and, where wine and beer are concerned, spiritual needs can and will be accommodated. The event will be held across the sprawling historic district grounds where much of the activity will be tented. Oak trees will provide additional shade as well.

Seating is abundant and parking is plentiful and free. Due to the festival’s wine, beer and music theme, attendees must be 21 or older. Each distinct event is ticketed separately with most including beverage tasting chits, souvenir glasses, raffle entries and concert access. Limited VIP options are available for Thursday’s and Saturday’s events. Photos courtesy Gruene Wine

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Gruene is located on New Braunfels’ northern edge just off IH 35. Take IH 35 to Exit 191 (Canyon Lake, FM 306), go west 1.5 miles then turn left at the traffic light at Hunter road and travel one half mile to the town. The 33rd Annual Gruene Music & Wine Festival + Craft Beer Event starts on Thursday, October 10 at 5 pm, with a Friday, October 11 start time at 5:30 pm Saturday, October 12, the fun starts at noon and on Sunday, October 13, with the gospel brunch at 10:30 am. For more information on the festival including ticket pricing and scheduled performance dates, visit the website at www.gruenemusicandwinefest.org.

You will find wine and beer tastings, a Great Guitar Auction, an all-star musical lineup , arts and crafts and much more in Gruene October 10-13.

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ays grow noticeably shorter, temperatures moderate and hints of change are all around us. Dogwood berries begin to ripen, the coats of whitetail deer darken and the spots on fawns fade. Under cobalt skies, black swallowtail butterflies, cloudless sulphurs, painted ladies and more nectar on goldenrod, sunflowers, tickseed and Joe Pye weed. As September wanes, bucks hone their antlers to ivory points and moonflowers open before 6 pm. Fewer Ruby-throated Hummingbirds vie for their favorite salvia or feeder and by early October, they have left for points south.

During September and October, fall migration ramps up with raptors riding thermals by day and songbirds taking advantage of tailwinds to fly by night.Ruby-throated These tiny “things with feathers” (Thank you, Emily Dickinson.) risk Hummingbird their lives, driven by an innate calling to reach wintering grounds hundreds of miles away.

According to some estimates, bird mortality due to window strikes is as high as one billion annually (equivalent to about 9 % of the bird population).

Additionally, songbird migration across the Gulf of Mexico coincides with the peak in young tiger shark presence there. Researchers found, upon examination, that they had consumed land birds—songbirds in trouble while flying over water. Either worn out from flying or fighting a storm, they tire and fall into the ocean. Not once did a shark’s diet consist of seabirds. When songbirds return next spring, I will look upon them with greater appreciation, knowing the grueling journeys these lovely songsters survived.

Late summer and autumn also trigger the migration of some green darner dragonflies. Come October, the migration of the iconic monarch butterfly is well underway. With the encouraging numbers of monarchs reported from many parts of the country and Canada over the summer months, it should be a good time for observing their passage.

Each year on the first Saturday in September, we celebrate International Vulture Awareness Day. Not recognized for their beauty or song (They lack a syrinx, the vocal organ of birds.), they manage the occasional grunt or low hiss. Vultures are waste disposers, however, cleaning our environment, thus preventing the spread of deadly diseases such as tularemia, an infectious disease causing fever, skin ulcers, enlarged lymph nodes, and sometimes pneumonia.

Known as rabbit fever, it is typically spread by ticks and deer flies in contact with diseased and dead animals.

Recognizing the important role vultures play in the environments, champions of the species around the world work to protect these oftenendangered birds. Once India had the largest vulture population in the world— that is, till the birds suffered a 99% decline, poisoned by veterinary use of diclofenac administered to cattle. Without these feathered scavengers, a public health crisis ensued. With millions of cattle carcasses discarded in refuse dumps, the feral dog population grew and the number of human deaths from rabies increased. To curb the crisis, the Government of India banned diclofenac and promoted a harmless and equally effective drug. Now the vulture population shows evidence of recovery.

Since 2004, the Cambodia Vulture Working Group (CVWG) has promoted the conservation of Cambodia’s vultures. A 2019 census of the country’s vulture population tallied 120 vultures, a 50% decline. The previous year CVWG had found diclofenac on sale for the first time. As of July 2019 and to avoid a similar calamity to that of India, the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries recalled and banned the drug.

February 2019, in Nairobi Kenya, 20 vultures lay dead having consumed a poisoned hyena carcass. Six others struggled nearby, critically ill—all of them Lappet-faced Vultures, a threatened species. Thanks to training by Kenya’s Rapid Response Poisoning Protocol, collaboration between BirdLife partners and Kenyan conservation organizations, the ranger who discovered them took action and the responding team probably prevented more than 100 vulture deaths.

Already threatened with extinction due to poisoning and habitat loss, African vultures are captured and harvested for their body parts to be traded as traditional medicine. In partnership with BirdLife Africa and funded by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Nigerian Conservation Foundation developed a two-year project to raise public awareness and change minds of traditional medicine practitioners, suggesting herbal alternatives to vulture parts. They also sought help from security agencies on law enforcement.

About 40,000 years ago the critically endangered California Condor sailed the skies across North America. Even during Lewis and Clark’s explorations in the early 1800s, they sailed the Pacific Northwest. By the 1980s the population

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NATURE, from Page 12 of the largest land bird in North America plummeted, victims of lead poisoning from lead ammunition fragments in carcasses, poisoning from lead and strychnine-laced carcasses left to control coyote populations, and from human hunting.

Because of a successful captive breeding program, the more than 400 condors alive today are descendents of the 27 birds brought into captivity in 1987. Condors are slow to make a comeback due to their low reproduction rate.

It takes six to eight years for condors to reach maturity. Additionally, females lay just one egg per nesting attempt and they don’t necessarily nest every year.

Yet, these superb gliders have shown a steady rise since the breeding program began. By 2013 more than 230 birds lived in the wild in California, Arizona and Baja California. More than 160 lived in captive breeding programs. Still, poisoning due to lead ammunition remains a problem today.

Once victims to the side effects of the pesticide DDT, both Turkey and Black Vulture populations are robust today though they’re vulnerable to poisoning from lead shot. Turkey Vultures exhibit teetering flights—soaring high above with barely a wing beat—riding thermals, either alone or in mixed flocks with Black Vultures.

Short tailed and smaller, the more agile Black Vultures flap a few rapid wingbeats, then glide, the underside of their wing tips at the right angle flashing silvery-white. Lacking the sense of smell of their larger relatives, Black Vultures keep an eye out for when Turkey Vultures land, sometimes driving said relatives from the carrion.

It’s a common sight to find vultures along roadsides, harvesting road kill. Elsewhere we see them hanging out at landfills or stationed in dead trees, on poles and towers, often with wings extended, warming up or drying out.

Although Black Vultures are permanent residents, Turkey Vultures summering in western and northern states and southern Canada, migrate south of the U.S. border in fall.

Poisoned, trapped and shot by the thousands until the 1970s due to the mistaken view that they carried disease, Turkey and Black Vultures are known today as beneficial scavengers and nature’s clean up crew.

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The Historic Leakey Inn

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n the quaint Hill Country town of Leakey (population 425) lies a business rich in back-ground, The Historic Leakey Inn. Personally welcoming visitors year round, owners Bradley and Dallas Hart have been the “mom and pop” of this thriving and growing establishment since 2013. The couple purchased the property (formerly The D’Rose Inn offering motorcyclists-only lodging) in 2013 and began major renovations on the grounds and restoration of the original rooms.

The Historic Leakey Inn now offers accommodations to any and everyone looking for a memorable place to stay, and guests find the Inn a perfect place to relax and unwind after a day on the road or a day on the Frio.

With motel-style rooms (located in the original 1929 building), cabins, newly-built rooms and an outdoor pool, the Inn is a favorite stop for not only summer visitors, but also motorcyclists, car clubs, bicyclists and couples because of its small-town charm and convenient location. Most local Leakey businesses are within walking distance from the location less than one mile from the intersection of 337 (one of three famous Twisted Sisters) and Highway 83.

Sitting on what old-timers call “Cedar Hill” in the heart of downtown Leakey, the property was built from native limestone by Charles Price in 1929 and originally known as Tourist Courts. A man of progressive ideas, Charles and his wife, Missouri (commonly called Missoura), also established a hotel, grocery store, café and confectionary in Leakey, where Missoura was well known for her hand-dipped sour ice cream and homemade waffle cones. The cream for her ice cream was delivered in Model T’s, hauled across six lowwater crossings from Sabinal and Uvalde by way of Silver Mine Pass (19 miles south of Leakey). Adding to the undeniable charm of the Inn, the Price family now resides in an ancient mausoleum standing almost untouched by time at the west end of the property removed from the lodging area.

Bradley grew up in Sabinal 40 miles southeast of Leakey and spent his youth on the Frio in Concan working and creating lifelong friendships. After college, he worked his way through the restaurant and bar business to become a general manager with a major restaurant chain. Born in Burbank, California, but raised in San Antonio, Dallas tried her hand as a flight attendant for a major airline and realized that was not her calling. She was working as a bartender when she was introduced to Bradley, and their journey began.

With dreams of coming back to the Frio Canyon to raise their now family of five, Bradley was offered the opportunity to become a general manager for a popular Texas country music venue in Concan.

After seven years working long, hard hours, Bradley and Dallas made the decision to purchase the Inn and move their family 15 miles north to the quieter end of the Frio Canyon and the hometown “Mayberry” feel of Leakey.

Bradley and Dallas, along with their three children, Hailey (23), Haden (20), and Karson(15), have created not only an exceptional place to stay, but also a true experience. The family’s vision for the property is clearly larger than mere restoration. A new Back Porch and Boutique, located at the Inn, offers a laid-back, family-friendly venue, where folks can grab an ice cold beer, glass of wine, or a frozen margarita and shop while listening to Friday night’s live music or playing Saturday night dominoes with the feel of old West meets Texas-style country. Photos courtesy The Historic Leakey Inn.

For more information or to create an experience at The Historic Leakey Inn and/or The Back Porch & Boutique, visit the website at www. leakeyinn.com, or to speak to Brad or Dallas directly call 830-232-FRIO. To keep up with the daily happening or events, follow The Historic Leakey Inn on Facebook .

Hill Country Invitational Art Show & Sale October 19-20 BOERNE H The Boerne Professional Artists and Hill Country Council for the Arts presents the 16th Annual Texas Hill Country Invitational Art Show and Sale October 19 from 10 am to 6 pm and October 20 from 11 am to 5 pm at the historical Boerne AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center. The exhibition is free and open to the general public.

Nationally and internationally known artist Rex Hausmann will judge the competition of more than 40 fine artists exhibiting works including wildlife, landscapes, still life, sculpture, fine art photography, and contemporary pieces.

Among the participating artists are six nationally and internationally recognized guest artists: Madelyn Sneed-Grays, a representational painter from Dallas, currently working on her travels and experiences in France; Suzie Baker, who is known for versatility as a plein-air artist and studio painter, and produces landscapes, still life, figurative works, and portraits; and Matt Tumlinson, a multifaceted artist from San Antonio, who creates western themes on canvas and bullet shell casings; Tyler Butcher, who exhibits unique contemporary works across the US, Europe and Asia; John De Leon, a plein-air and studio artist of portraits, figurative, and landscape paintings; Julene Franki, plein-air artist, who creates landscapes and flora with acrylic and a palette knife; and plein-air artist Don Lisy. New to this year’s show is Janice Hindes, a highly recognized artist from San Antonio with numerous awards and exhibits including the Cowboy Artist of America Museum and the Gilcrease Museum.

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San Marcos to host annual Sacred Springs Powwow

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n 1995, when local music legend, attorney, and entrepreneur Lucky Lake area. Special guest speaker Hauli Sioux Gray (Ponca/Tonkawa) Tomblin produced the Sacred Springs Powwow in San Marcos, Native and the powwow’s Head Lady dancer, will present a heart rending and Americans in Texas knew they had a home where the culture of the inspirational story about cancer survival.

First People of the Americas was welcomed, celebrated, and valued.

In a partnership with the San Marcos Cinema Club and part of Fifteen years later, the powwow’s standard the Lost River Film Fest scheduled for Octowas raised again by the Indigenous Culber 17–20, the powwow will screen the award tures Institute, when representatives from winning film “Warrior Women.” This docuthe nonprofit visited Tomblin and his wife mentary examines the story of mothers and Becky and asked permission to reinstate the daughters fighting for indigenous rights in Sacred Springs Powwow as an annual event. the American Indian Movement of the 1970s.

Now in its ninth year, the powwow is schedThe film unveils not only a female perspeculed for October 19 and 20, at the Meadows tive of history, but also examines the impact Center for Water and the Environment. political struggles have on the children who The name “Sacred Springs” was imbear witness. The Cinema Club and powwow portant to the Miakan-Garza Band of the representatives hope to bring some of the Coahuiltecan people – a state-legislature principals of the film for a talk-back with the recognized tribe of Texas and founders of San Marcos audience. The film is scheduled the Institute – because tribal members who at the powwow at 1 pm Saturday at the Meadpractice traditional ceremonial ways believe ows conference room. that the area at Spring Lake is their originaThe powwow will continue to exhibit tion site. over 100 Native American dancers who com“We believe that we came out of the pete for best performers, and up to 50 venunderworld through a portal at the San dors with indigenous arts, crafts, and foods.

Marcos springs and came up onto Mother A Youth Art tent will provide craft projects Earth as The People,” says Garza. “And we sponsored by Tandy Leather and will welcome also believe that our creation story is docall children to learn and earn an art piece.

Cecil Gray (Cheyenne/Kiowa) will serve as the 2019 umented on a 4,000 year old rock painting “Every powwow is a unique experience Sacred Springs Powwow Head Man Dancer. called the White Shaman panel, near Combecause every person who comes brings their Photo courtesy Sacred Springs Powwow. stock, Texas.” own story to sing and their own dance,” says Dr. Garza presents an annual lecture on Dr. Garza. “Our powwow is a powerful expethe White Shaman panel and the Coahuiltecan people’s creation story, rience because it’s held on sacred ground, next to sacred water; what at the powwow’s Native Culture tent. Several presentations are schedbetter place to sing and dance.” uled for this educational tent including danza lessons by Mitotiliztli The Sacred Springs Powwow is funded by the City of San Marcos Yaoyollohtli, the nationally famous group that recently performed for Arts Commission, the Tomblin Family Foundation, Texas Commisa Chickasaw Nation festival. Luis Cuervo (Lipan Apache), liaison besion on the Arts, Austin Community Foundation, and Friends of the tween the Kuna Tribe in Colombia and the powwow, will explain how Powwow. Sponsors of the powwow include the Meadows Center for the unique, colorful, artistic shoes that he brings are sacred items that Water and the Environment, Affordable Golf Carts, San Marcos Conrepresent the culture of people who live over 3,800 miles away. solidated Independent School District, Starbucks, and IronRoots, Inc. Returning this year is Marika Alvarado (Lipan Apache) who will a digital marketing company. present more information on the healing plants of Texas and the Spring For more information visit www.SSpowwow.com or call 512-393-3310.

Exhibit of new, vintage quilts

Western Trappings on the Llano

UVALDE H Don’t miss Sanctuary Quilts, an exhibit of new and vintage quilts, Friday and Saturday, October 4 and 5, from 10 am to 4 pm each day. The quilts will be displayed on the pews of the historic First United Methodist Church sanctuary at 301 North High Street, Some quilts are contemporary while others pre-date the 1908 sanctuary.

There is no admission fee but monetary gifts, as well as donations of cotton fabric, quilt batting, and cotton thread, will be collected and given to Quilts of Grace, a project of Herby Ham Activity Center.

Quilts of Grace volunteers gather at the center each Monday to press fabric, cut the fabric into squares, sew quilt tops, machine quilt and bind quilts. Their finished products are given to Bluebonnet Children’s Advocacy Center/CASA and distributed in a tri-county area to children and teens who have experienced traumatic situations.

LLANO H Make it a Western weekend, as Western Trappings on the Llano, a fine art and Western gear exhibit and sale, comes to Llano October 19 (through November 2), kicking off with a Meet the Artists Gala Friday, October 18, from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Purchase your gala tickets in advance.

Saturday, October 19, don’t miss the Llano County Historical Museum Benefit and Sale at the Llano Museum, with a sale preview at 1 pm and bidding starting at 2 pm. Admission to the sale is free.

Following the sale Saturday, you can enjoy PRCA Extreme Bullriding and the Southwest Longhorn Show. A cowboy church service will be held Sunday, October 20.

The show is “an international, juried exhibit celebrating the artists and makers who capture the grandeur of the West in the creation of their work,” says Charles Wendt, past chairman.

For more information about the Sanctuary Quilts exhibit, call Kay Brieden, at 830-900-2129. For more information about Quilts of Grace, please call Diana Bonnet at 830-613-0656.

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For more information and tickets, visit the website at llanochamber.org.

Calendar of Events EVERY DAY GRUENE: Live music at Gruene Hall. gruenehall.com.

EVERY SUNDAY BUDA: Farmer’s Market. 10 am to 2 pm. 308 S. Main at Buda Mill and Grain Company. www.budafarmersmarket.com.

HELOTES: Family Night and Free Dance at John T. Floore’s Country Store., 14492 Old Bandera Road. 6 pm. liveatfloores.com.

JOHNSON CITY: Live music at Pecan Street Brewing. 106 East Pecan Street. 6 pm to 9 pm. pecanstreetbrewing.com.

SECOND SUNDAY BANDERA: Second Sunday Music Fest. banderacowboycapital.com.

JOHNSON CITY: Taste Wine + Art. Kirchman Gallery. 830-868-9290.

FIFTH SUNDAY DRIFTWOOD: United Methodist Church Bluegrass Gospel Sing-along Service. 11 am. 512-944-6300.

EVERY MONDAY CYPRESS MILL: Bunkhouse Gang at Wenmohs Ranch. Paint and enjoy fellowship of artists. 830-825-3465.

EVERY TUESDAY JOHNSON CITY: Tuesday Supper Club. Five course chef ’s tasting and wine pairing. Limited seating. Call in advance for reservations. 5 pm to 9 pm. 300 E. Main Street. 830-868-2424.

SAN MARCOS/WIMBERLEY: Community Bible Study. Men, Women, Couples, Spanish, Youth & Children. 6:30 pm to 8 pm. First Christian Church, 3105 Ranch Road 12. Register at 512-808-9156, paula.king206@yahoo.com.

EVERY WEDNESDAY DRIPPING SPRINGS: Farmers Market. 3 pm to 6 pm at Highway 290, Ranch Road 12. cityofdrippingsprings.com.

NEW BRAUNFELS: Veteran Music Group at VFW Post 7110. 5 pm to 8 pm.

Open to all veterans, all skill levels. Songwriting, guitar, keyboard, more. 600 Peace Avenue. Gary Walter, 512-460-9919.

SAN MARCOS: Kent Finlay’s Songwriter’s Circle at Historic Cheatham Street Warehouse. 8 pm. cheathamstreet.com.

WIMBERLEY: Farmers’ Market. Senior Citizen’s Activity Center, Ranch Road 12. 512-264-1637.

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EVERY WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY BLANCO: Live music at Old 300 BBQ. old300bbq.com.

EVERY WEDNESDAY through SUNDAY SAN MARCOS: Wimberley Glassworks. Watch art being created in a live glassblowing demo. Gallery is open 10 am to 5 pm daily and Sunday noon to 5 pm. wgw.com THIRD WEDNESDAY WIMBERLEY: Heart of Texas Genealogy Society meets at Wimberley Village Library. 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm. wimberleylibrary.org.

FOURTH WEDNESDAY WIMBERLEY: Meeting of the Hill Country Neighbors. 10:30 am. Community Center. 512-847-2849.

FIRST THURSDAY DRIPPING SPRINGS: First Thursday. Events, food and music plus special sale items. 5 pm to 9 pm. drippingspringstx.org.

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Calendar of Events

Visit the EmilyAnn

See a show, attend a festival, or stroll through the gardens and enjoy our interactive grounds.

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September 6-29 Fri & Sat 7:30pm & Sun 2:00pm

Old West Melodrama Performed at 7A Ranch October 5-20 Sat & Sun 2:00pm

Nov. 30 - Dec. 28 Sun. - Thurs. 6 - 9 pm Fri. - Sat. 6 - 10 pm

Rumpelstiltskin (children’s series) October 5-27 Sat 10:00am & Sun 2:00pm

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FIRST & THIRD THURSDAY CANYON LAKE: Noon Lions meet at Canyon Lake Golf Club. 830-899-4406.

SECOND THURSDAY WIMBERLEY: Hill Country Bead Society. Wimberley Community Center. 1 pm. Marilyn Pierce, mp@ smpierce.net.

SECOND & FOURTH THURSDAY WIMBERLEY: Toastmaster Club. Learn public speaking, leadership. 7 pm to 8 pm. Community Center. 512-847-6822.

THIRD THURSDAY BANDERA: Cowboy Camp. Pickers who play cowboy, Texas, or swing music welcome to sit in. banderacowboycapital.com.

BOERNE: A Thirst for Nature. Learn about plants and wildlife of the Hill Country. Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road. 830-249-4616.

DRIPPING SPRINGS: Dripping Springs VFW Post 2933. 7 pm. 512-858-5637.

WIMBERLEY: Susanna’s Kitchen Coffeehouse Concerts. Intimate venue makes for great listening. Doors 7 pm, music 7:30 pm. wimberleyumc.org.

WIMBERLEY: Third Thursday. Shops stay open in downtown area ’til 8 pm.

WimberleyMerchants.com.

EVERY THURSDAY - SATURDAY WIMBERLEY: Live Music at Linda’s. facebook. com/LindasFineFoods.

EVERY FRIDAY BLANCO: Tasting Room Open & Brewery Tours at Real Ale Brewing Company. realalebrewing.com.

LEAKEY: Music at the Back Porch. historicleakeyinn.com.

WIMBERLEY: Bingo. Family friendly fun at the VFW Hall on Jacobs Well Road. 512-847-6441.

FIRST FRIDAY BANDERA: Knights of Columbus Fish Fry. 5 pm at St. Joseph’s Hall. www.banderacowboycapital.com.

FREDERICKSBURG: First Friday Art Walk. ffawf.com.

MARBLE FALLS: Art Walk. 5 pm to 8 pm. marblefalls.org.

SECOND FRIDAY BANDERA: Medina Community Jam Session. banderacowboycapital.com.

UVALDE: Four Square Friday. Shopping, food, music, art. 6 pm to 9 pm. visituvalde.com.

EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY BLANCO: Live music at the Redbud Cafe.www.redbud-cafe.com.

EVERY SATURDAY BOERNE: Farmers Market at the Cibolo. Herff Farm. visitboerne.org.

FISCHER: Jackson Open Artisan and Farmers Market. 9 am to 5 pm. 6341 Farm Market 32. jacksonopenairmarket.com, 830-935-2781.

NEW BRAUNFELS: Farmers Market. nbfarmersmarket.com.

WIMBERLEY: Tour Jacob’s Well. 9 am. jacobswellspring.org.

WIMBERLEY: Arnosky Family Farms Market. Ranch Road 2325 and Highway 165. 830-833-5428 WIMBERLEY: Saturday Evening Dinners. www.blairhouseinn.com.

UTOPIA: Lunch and Dinner at Laurel Tree. utopiagourmet.com.

FIRST SATURDAY BANDERA: Market Days on Courthouse Square. 830-796-4447.

BANDERA: First Saturday Book Sale. Public Library. 830-796-4213.

BANDERA: Bandera Cattle Co. Gunfighters. Re-creating shootouts and life of the Old West. Noon, 2 pm. banderacowboycapital.com.

BANDERA: Cowboys on Main. Interact with a sample of Old West cowboy lifestyle on Main Street. banderacowboycapital.com BUDA: First Saturday. Explore unique shops downtown, enjoy live music, food and drinks. www.budatxtourism.com.

DRIFTWOOD: Community Club. Dinner 7 pm. driftwoodtx.org.

KERRVILLE: Kerr County Market Days and Hill Country Swap Meet. Youth Exhibit Center. Free admission, kerrmarketdays.org.

SECOND SATURDAY CASTROVILLE: Market Trail Days. Houston Square. 830-539-2316.

WIMBERLEY: Gallery Trail. Galleries around Square open late offering art, wine, appetizers. www.Facebook.com/SecondSaturdayGalleryTrail.

FOURTH SATURDAY BANDERA: Frontier Times Jamboree. Live music, storytelling, and more free fun for all ages. Frontier Times Museum. banderacowboycapital.com.

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY ROUND MOUNTAIN: Tours at Westcave Preserve. westcave.org.

SECOND SATURDAY-SUNDAY AUSTIN: Tours of Bright Leaf Natural Area. brightleaf.org.

FOURTH SATURDAY-SUNDAY JOHNSON CITY: Market Days. JohnsonCityTexas-Chamber.com.

SECOND SATURDAY BOERNE: Art Beat. Boerne shops and art galleries team up to bring fine art to the people every second Saturday of the month. 210-954-6659, visitboerne. org/calendar.

Calendar of Events SECOND SATURDAY and SUNDAY BOERNE: Market Days. visitboerne.org/calendar SEPTEMBER 3 – OCTOBER 26 KERRVILLE: Benini Art Exhibit. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett Street. kacckerrville.com.

SEPTEMBER 19 WIMBERLEY: Susanna’s Kitchen Coffee House Concert Series presents Shake Russell and Michael Hearne. wimberleyumc.org/susannas-kitchen.

SEPTEMBER 20-22 LLANO: Hill Country Hunting Expo and Peddler. S John L. Kuykendall Events Center and Arena. peddlershow.com/events/llano.

SEPTEMBER 21 BOERNE: Concert in the Cave Celebration Circle. Enjoy an eclectic mixture of uplifting contemporary acoustic songs, ancient instrumentation, improvisation, and contemplation celebrating the Fall Equinox. Cave Without A Name, 325 Kreutzberg Road. 830- 537-4212, visitboerne.org/calendar.

CANYON LAKE: Groovin’ Through the ’60s Fish Fry Fundraiser. Get groovy with a ’60s-themed fundraiser with dinner and entertainment. CRRC Rec Center, 125 Mabel Jones Drive. 830-308-5467, canyonlakerw.com.

DRIFTWOOD: Outside Austin City Limits Music Festival. Enjoy a great lineup of local Texas bands playing classic Texas country, Western swing, and bluegrass, plus beers, farm-fresh food, wine garden. vistabrewingtx.com.

INGRAM: Boot Scooting Street Dance. Enjoy street dance with food trucks, vendors, and live music. Old Ingram Loop. 830-367-5115, cityofingram.com.

SAN MARCOS: Junior Texas Water Safari. 16-mile water adventure provides opportunity for canoeists and kayakers to test their skills, gain experi ence in the water, and prepare for the big Texas Water Safari next summer. San Marcos City Park. texaswatersafari.org.

SAN MARCOS: Mermaid Parade and Faire. Celebrating culture, heritage and the San Marcos River. Downtown Mermaid Promenade, an eclectic and colorful spectacle full of floats, marchers, dancers, and music. Mermaid Aqua Faire at San Marcos Plaza Park. mermaidsocietysmtx.com.

SEPTEMBER 27-28 KERRVILLE: Texas Heritage Days — Learning Through Stories and Songs.

Terri Hendrix and Lloyd Maines perform at this event, which features a tribute to Jim mie Rodgers, a Kerrville resident from 1929-1931. Schreiner University. schreiner.edu.

LEANDER: 15th Annual Hill Country Shootout Barbecue Cookoff. Vendors, entertainment for kids, food, and fun. vfw10427.org/2018-bbq-cookoff.

SEPTEMBER 28 COMFORT: Thunderdash 5K. visitboerne.org/calendar.

LAMPASAS: Lampasas County Wine Tour. Enjoy tastings at wineries in the area. Guests get a goodie bag and picnic pack to enjoy on their tour, plus giveaways of wine and gift certificates. lampasaschamber.org.

WIMBERLEY: Gourdgeous Glass Pumpkin Fest. Take your pick of hundreds of pumpkins and join Wimberley Glass Works for live pumpkin glassblowing demos, country music by the Tracie Lynn duo, Middleton beer, treats and kids activities throughout the day. Get your free ticket to be entered for giveaways. RSVP at wgw.com/pages/pumpkins.

SEPTEMBER 28-29 BLANCO: Raise the Roof Fundraiser Festival. Enjoy music, food, and fun at the largest fundraiser of the year for historic Twin Sisters Dance Hall, one of the oldest and longest-running dance halls in Texas. Music all day Saturday with auction, vendors, and cultural programs. twinsistersdancehall.com.

INGRAM: 43rd Annual Texas Arts and Crafts Fair. Enjoy more than 100 artists, musicians, demonstrators, and food vendors. txartsandcraftsfair.com.

JOHNSON CITY: Market Days. Local artisans sell handmade items, jewelry, and plants. City Park, US 290 at Avenue G. johnsoncitytexas.info.

KERRVILLE: Kerrville Triathlon Festival. kerrvilletri.com.

TAYLOR: Repticon. Learn more about reptiles and amphibians, purchase reptiles and exotic pets direct from the experts. repticon.com.

OCTOBER 1-31 DRIPPING SPRINGS: Dripping with Taste Passport and Trail. Various locations. drippingwithtaste.com.

OCTOBER 4-5 CONCAN: Fall on the Frio BBQ Cook Off. Frio Country Campground.

FrioFest.com.

OCTOBER 4-6, 11-13 AUSTIN: Austin City Limits Music Festival. Zilker Park. aclfestival.com.

OCTOBER 5 BOERNE: Boerne Book and Arts Fest. visitboerne.org/calendar.

KERRVILLE:.Fall Native Plant Sale and Festival. Riverside Nature Center. riversidenaturecenter.org.

KERRVILLE: Kerr County 4-H Wild Game Dinner. Enjoy a feast of wild game, chicken, or catfish, plus an auction and raffle at Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center. kerr.agrilife.org.

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SAN MARCOS: BigFoot Trail Run. 5K, 10K, and 30K. Meadows Center, 201 San Marcos Springs Drive. austin.backonmyfeet.org.

OCTOBER 5-20 WIMBERLEY: The EmilyAnn Theatre presents an Old West Melodrama at 7A Ranch. 512-847-6969, EmilyAnn.org.

OCTOBER 5-27 WIMBERLEY: EmilyAnn Theatre presents “Rumpelstiltskin.” 512-847-6969, EmilyAnn.org.

OCTOBER 9-12 BURNET: Burnet Art Festival. Burnet Community Center, 401 E. Jackson Street. artburnet.com.

OCTOBER 10 DRIFTWOOD: The Friends Foundation 26th Annual BBQ Fundraiser at the Salt Lick’s Pecan Grove. Silent and live auctions, BBQ buffet 6 pm to 8 pm, music by Hot Texas Swing Band.

FriendsFoundation.org.

OCTOBER 10-13 GRUENE: 33rd Annual Music and Wine Fest + Craft Beer Event. Enjoy specially curated wine and beer tastings, plus live music. Ages 21 and up. Gruene Historic District, 1601 Hunter Road. gruenemusicandwinefest.org.

OCTOBER 11-13 KERRVILLE: Welcome Home Fest. Celebrates regional and national songwriters. Quiet Valley Ranch. kerrville-music.com.

OCTOBER 12 BOERNE: Antique Tractor Pull and KurbisFest.

The AgriCultural Museum, 102 City Park Road.

210-445-1080, visitboerne.org/calendar.

BURNET: Fort Croghan Day. See reenactments of what life was like for early pioneers and settlers.

Visitors can try their hand at things like making rope, quilting, and corn husk dolls, and churning butter. Fort Croghan, 703 Buchanan Drive. 512756-8281.

BURNET: Oktoberfest. Enjoy kids activities, vendors, craft beer and wine, a food court, and live music. Stoney LaRue headlines the evening concert. East Jackson Street, 401 E. Jackson Street.

512-756-4297.

CEDAR PARK: Cedar Bark Festival. Bring your dog and enjoy vendors, entertainment, a dog costume contest, and an owner-pet lookalike contest. Cedar Bark Park. 512-401-5500, cedarparktexas.gov.

DRIPPING SPRINGS: Hill Country Rally for Kids Car Show. See 200 hot rods, muscle cars, motorcycles, and all types of vehicles line Mercer Street downtown. Watch as both professionals and kids judge for a variety of awards. Downtown Dripping Springs. hcrally.com/car-show.

FREDERICKSBURG: Oktober Market. Shop local vendors and get in the Oktoberfest spirit with German food pairings from Messina Hof, or enjoy delicious eats. Free admission. messinahof. com/hillcountry.

KERRVILLE: Hill Country Swap Meet and Kerr County Market Days. Giant community garage sale, flea market, and trade days all in one. Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27. kerrmarketdays.org.

OCTOBER 12-13 BOERNE: 33rd Annual Key to the Hills Rod Run. See fabulous cars on Main Plaza and along the Hill Country Mile. Main Plaza. visitboerne.org/ calendar.

DRIPPING SPRINGS: 7th Annual Hill Country Harvest Market. Shop unique and unusual items including gourmet food, clothing and accessories, handmade jewelry, western art, gifts.

Dripping Springs Ranch Park. 888-825-3427, texasmarketguide.com.

INGRAM: Kerr County Celtic Festival and Hill Country Highland Games. Celebrate Celtic heritage with song, dance, and Scottish athletics.

Hill Country Arts Foundation. kerrcountyceltic. com.

KERRVILLE: Chalk Festival. This event celebrates the art of street painting, with kid’s chalk zone, face painting, balloon art, great food, and music.

Peterson Square, 701 Main Street. kerrvillechalk. org.

KERRVILLE: Hill Country Gun and Knife Show. Shop guns, knives, coins, cutting boards, and ammo. Hill Country Veterans Center, 411 Meadowview Lane. 830-315-3101.

OCTOBER 13 WIMBERLEY: Wimberley Institute of Cultures Harvest Moon Dinner and Dance. Music by Erik Hokkanen and Friends and catering by Creekside Cookers. 6 pm to 10 pm at Fischer Hall. www. wimwic.org.

OCTOBER 13 - DECEMBER 31 KERRVILLE: 20th Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show. A juried exhibit featuring some of the best furniture makers in the state at Kerr Arts and Cultural Center. Free admission. kacckerrville. com.

OCTOBER 15 KERRVILLE: Baubles & Beads: “The Greatest Show” Fundraiser, Dinner and Show. Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center. executivewomensclub.org.

OCTOBER 15-31 COMFORT: Scarecrow Invasion. Unique, fun and creative scarecrows invade the town in front of local businesses and homes. comfort-texas.com.

OCTOBER 17 WIMBERLEY: Susanna’s Kitchen Coffee House Concert Series presents Sue Foley. wimberleyumc. org/susannas-kitchen.

OCTOBER 17-19 BOERNE: Just Between Friends Sale. Find deals on infant and children’s clothing, gear and toys as well as maternity wear for women. Kendall County Fairgrounds. visitboerne.org/calendar.

OCTOBER 18-19 COMFORT: Harvest Fest. Shop, sip and savor, plus enjoy Comfort’s Scarecrow Invasion and stroll the Historic District and beyond. ComfortTexas.com.

OCTOBER 18-20 CONCAN: Frio Family Camp Retreat. Enjoy campfire storytelling, plus helicopter tours, haunted hayrides, fishing, arts and crafts, a vendor market, horseback riding, paddle boarding and more. friofamilycamp.com.

DRIPPING SPRINGS: Songwriters’ Festival.

Historic Mercer Street is transformed into an immersive musical experience where you can see, hear, and get to know performers with a deep love of the art of songwriting. drippingspringssongwritersfestival.com.

OCTOBER 19 CONCAN: Fall Festival on the Frio. Vendors, music, pumpkin patch, kids’ activities at Andy’s on River Road. 10 am to 3 pm. 830-232-5444.

WIMBERLEY: 16th Annual Hunter’s Night Out and 30-Gun Raffle. Ticket includes a meal and beverages, live music 6 pm to 8 pm.

HuntersNightOut.com.

OCTOBER 19-20 BOERNE: Texas Hill Country Invitational 2019 Fine Art Show and Sale. The Agricultural, 102 City Park Road. BoerneProfessionalArtists.org.

SAN MARCOS: Sacred Springs Powwow. Annual event celebrates the Native American culture that has been part of the San Marcos area for thousands of years. sspowwow.com.

Calendar of Events OCTOBER 19 – NOVEMBER 2 LLANO: Western Trappings on the Llano. Experience an art-filled Western weekend on the banks of the Llano River and see the finest in custom Western gear and original art. Llano County Historical Museum. 214-801-0944, westerntrappings.com.

OCTOBER 20 LLANO: 4th Annual PRCA Xtreme Bull Riding. prcallanorodeo.com.

OCTOBER 25-26 CONCAN: Neal’s Haunted Hayrides. Two nights of haunted hayrides and live music Saturday night. nealslodges.com.

OCTOBER 25-27 KERRVILLE: 40th Annual Kerr County Fair. kerrcountyfair.com.

OCTOBER 26 BLANCO: Arnosky Family Farm Marigold Dance. Enjoy live music with plenty of space to dance in an open-air barn. Celebrate Dios de los Muertos with fields of marigolds in view. Arnosky Family Farm, 13977 Farm Market 2325. 830-833-5428.

BLANCO: Hill Country Western Showcase. Get a glimpse into history of the Texas Hill Country. Antique buggies, carriages, reenactments, knife-throwing exhibitions, chuckwagon cooking and more at the Buggy Barn Museum and Pine-Moore Town, buggybarnpinemooretown.com.

BOERNE: All British Car Day. Gathering of all British-made automobiles. Free and open to the public. Main Plaza. visitboerne.org/calendar.

CASTELL: Goat and Rib Cookoff. Visit the Castell General Store the fourth weekend of October for a tasty goat and rib cookoff. 19522 W. Ranch Road 152. 325-247-4100.

CEDAR PARK: Fable Fest. Jousting knights and costumed characters abound at fest offering food truck fare, musical performances, story time, a shopping bazaar, a petting zoo and jousting show. Elizabeth Milburn Park, 1901 Sun Chase Blvd. cedarparkbooks.org/fablefest.

KERRVILLE: 9th Annual Pumpkin Run 5K/10K and Harvest Festival. kerrvillekroc.org.

LLANO: Llano River Pumpkin Float. Bring carved pumpkins and enjoy the evening float and glow as you see carved and lit pumpkins gliding across the water. Costumes encouraged. facebook.com/llanoriverpumpkinfloat.

OCTOBER 26-27 AUSTIN: Texas Book Festival. Known as one of the largest and most prestigious

Don’t miss the Second Annual

Festivity of Lights in Downtown Leakey, Texas

This community project honors the memory of loved ones and our beloved military with beautiful lighted trees and patriotic wreaths surrounding the courthouse

Lighting at dark on Thanksgiving Enjoy through mid-January!

830-232-6102 Send donations to PO Box 402, Leakey, TX 78873

BBQ Fundraiser Fundraiser BBQ

Thursdayy,October Thursda 10,, 2019 20195-9 5-9p.m. p.m. , October 10 The Salt Lick's Pecan Grove The Salt Lick's Pecan Grove 18200 FM 1826 Driftwood, TX 18200Silent FM 1826 Driftwood, & Live Auctions TX Live Auctions BBQSilent Buffet&6-8 p.m.

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This fundraiser benefits the needy elderly in the greater Penny Reeves

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Calendar of Events

Twentieth Annual TEXAS FURNITURE MAKERS SHOW A juried exhibit featuring the best furniture makers in Texas

October 31 THROUGH

Sponsored by: Woodcraft® Majestic Ranch Arts Foundation Alamo Hardwoods Inc. • Allen & Allen Company Fine Woodworking Magazine • Fine Lumber & Plywood Heritage School of Woodworking • Artisans-A Texas Gallery Society of American Period Furniture Makers Hill Country Wood Turners • Precision Saw and Tool Berdoll Sawmill • McKinney Hardwood Austin School of Furniture & Design • Faifer and Company Kerrville Convention & Visitors’ Bureau Kerr Counry Abstract & Title Company / Bob Green Jim Derby • Mary Ann & Larry Moss • George Taylor

December 13 2019

KERR ARTS & CULTURAL CENTER 228 Earl Garrett Street, Kerrville, Texas 78028 830-895-2911 kacckerrville.com

HOURS: Tuesday - Saturday 10 am - 4 pm

Free Admission

GRUENE HALL & KNBT 92.1 FM PRESENT

OCTOBER 10-13

literary festivals in the country, the fest features more than 250 nationally and critically recognized authors, more than 20 venues, 100-plus exhibitors, local food trucks, family activities. texasbookfestival.org.

JOHNSON CITY: Market Days. Local artisans sell handmade items, jewelry, and plants. City Park. 830-868-7684, johnsoncitytexas.info.

NEW BRAUNFELS: Historic Modelers Society Train Show. Enjoy extra-large exhibits of LEGO trains, large displays of traveling model railroads of various scales; more than 60 vendor displays on 300-plus tables; hourly drawings and prizes; silent auction. Kids get to be a junior engineer at the famous Kids Run the Trains layout. newbraunfelsrailroadmuseum.org.

GRUENE: 27th Annual Texas Clay Festival. Featuring the work of more than 80 Texas potters and clay artists. See and purchase pottery, from traditional to sculptural, by top clay artists in the state. Demonstrations in four tents throughout both days. texasclayfestival.com.

OCTOBER 5-20 WIMBERLEY: The EmilyAnn Theatre presents “Steel Magnolias.” 512-8476969, EmilyAnn.org.

NOVEMBER 2 BLANCO: Sip, Shop and Save — Christmas at the Cottage. 4 pm. The Vintage Cottage Boutique. 508 4th Street. 830-833-4709.

DRIPPING SPRINGS: Fall Festival and Holiday Market. Food, games, crafts, bounce house and fun for the whole family. 10 am to 2 pm. Dripping Springs United Methodist Church, 28900 Ranch Road 12.

UTOPIA: 54th Annual Arts and Crafts Fall Fair. Food, fun and homemade arts and crafts on the Town Square. utopiafallfair@gmail.com, 830-522-1447.

NOVEMBER 16 WIMBERLEY: Chapel in the Hills 3rd Annual Holiday Bazaar. Shop for Christmas ornaments, wreaths and decorations, decorated table-top trees, handcrafts, jewelry, baked goods and more. 9 am to 3 pm. 14601 Ranch Road 12. wimberleychapelinthehills.com.

NOVEMBER 28 – JANUARY 1 LEAKEY: Festivity of Lights. Community project honors memory of loved ones and military with beautiful lighted trees and patriotic wreaths surrounding the courthouse. 830-232-6102.

NOVEMBER 30 – DECEMBER 28 WIMBERLEY: EmilyAnn Theatre & Gardens 22nd Annual Holiday Trail of Lights. Sunday through Thursday from 6 pm to 9 pm, Friday and Saturday 6 pm to 10 pm. EmilyAnn.org.

Save the Date!

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Sip, Shop & Save

Saturday, November 2 • 4 pm

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