February 2014 Hood / Somervell County Texas

Granbury, Glen Rose, Acton, Hood and Somervell Counties FREE TAKE ONE Issue 12| February 2014

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All the Latest News from Hollywood!

Katy Keenie

Changing the World One Song at a Time!

Farina’s

Winery & Café

“Where Friends Meet”

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Issue 12 • February 2014

Movies

Show Biz top movies for January.

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Art

Corks & Canvas at D’Vine Wine.

Plus a listing of local galleries.

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Activities

Somervell Expo Center Nolan River Kennel Club Dog Show, , Texas Independence Day Celebration.

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Life in Granbury

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Calendar of Events

We got it all! Want to know what’s happening today, check here....

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Glen Rose

Life in Glen Rose.

HOOD County

thru the lens

Movies: Film Jive Page 5

Art:

Cork & Canvas Page 6

Theater:

Sweater Curse

New film column

by Jimmy Ray Sorrells.

Farinas Page 24

Shopping Lodging

The people in this painting class like to develop their creative abilities, and have fun at the same time.

A Yarn about Love,

by Elaine Liner

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Dining:

thru the lens

Italian dining, winery, and lodging.

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Theater Music & Nightlife Dining

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Paluxy Riverbed Cabins, plus a full listing of: Lodges, Bed & Breakfasts, Hotel or Motel, we can help you decide where to stay.

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Granbury Theater Company presents: Sweater Curse, Plus, The Texas Opry Theater

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Katy Keenie /Singer/Songwriter

Farina’s Winery & Café, plus a complete listing of dining opportunities.

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Cover photo: Dakota Medlin and Skylar Schreiber, Young Valentines at Farina’s Winery & Café

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Welcome to My Hometowns Texas Cultural & Entertainment Magazine

Roses are red, violets are blue, and the rest of this rhyme can say anything you want it to.

This month’s most popular holiday too often focuses on romantic love when it should be about celebrating all the special people in our lives — family, friends, colleagues and those who make us smile throughout the day. For me, that’s not only my team here, but also all of you. Taking pictures of events, talking to artists and store owners, and finding out what is going on in the communities has been so wonderful this last year, that I wish I could send all of you a real Valentine in

the mail. Please accept this big thank you written here instead, because you really do make my day, every day!

Not only do we celebrate Valentine’s Day this month, but also President’s Day. This is the day chosen to celebrate two of our greatest presidents, George Washington, and Abraham Lincoln. There will be special sales, so take advantage and shop, shop, shop.

In Somervell County this month, there are two evenings to enjoy a group campfire and roast s’mores. One is at Dinosaur Valley State Park and one at Oakdale Park. At the very end of the month will be the 20th Annual Somervell County PRCA Rodeo at the Expo Center. This is sure to be exciting with some of the

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Sales: Jim Galley 817-559-1511 Jim@myhometownstexas.com

Publisher: Joe Adams 817-219-4166 joe@myhometownstexas.com

Kathy Cheek 817-559-3109 kathy@myhometownstexas.com

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world’s best cowboys and cowgirls competing.

In Hood County, some of the events occurring are: Revolver Brewing Tours on Saturdays at noon, two plays at Granbury Theater Company “Sweater Curse: A Yarn about Love” and “Romance, Romance”, and the Sweetheart and Orphans XV Car Show on the Square.

Big City Music Revue in the Granbury Live Theater opens on Feb. 22. It’s true!

You heard it right! Under the new ownership and direction of “Sean Mitchell Productions”, you will once again be able to enjoy nostalgic, family friendly concerts, at the former Granbury Live Theater!

Amy Smith 682-229-8884 amy@myhometownstexas.com

What will now be known as “Big City Music Revue”, will include most of the members of the former cast of The Granbury Live Theater, plus tons of new faces and talent!

On March 1 & 2, Granbury will celebrate Texas Independence Day with numerous fun events, including bull riding on the City Beach! (See more info on page 8) Of course, all of these events and more can be found on our monthly calendar pages, near the center of the magazine.

Enjoy this cold weather, as spring and then summer will be here before you know it!

Joe Adams

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ello fellow film and entertainment lovers, both novice and professional, young and old alike! Welcome to a fun place, here in this great publication, where we can journey together in all things Hollywood. I am so excited and grateful to be able to share with you my passion for film, television, and the arts. Please join me here every month for the latest and greatest escapes that tinsel town has to offer us, as I delve into the world of film and entertainment. Please allow me to introduce myself.

My name is Jimmy Ray Sorrells. I have spent fourteen years toiling away in the film industry (19982012) working in production and post-production, on-location and in-house (studio) projects. I worked directly on large budget, big studio films all over the U.S. and Canada. I held numerous positions in various films from the lowly file clerk to the department head and everything in between.

My knowledge in film production is vast and varied, and my interest is ever-growing. Though I am no longer professionally employed in the film industry, my contacts (and big nose) keep me planted firmly in all that is Hollywood! I certainly have an inside track to many celebrities, insights from behind the scenes (current and past films), and naturally an overwhelming abundance of personal stories just waiting to be told.

Originally from Dublin, TX and having attended Weatherford College in my younger days, I feel truly back at home in this area. As much as I loved and will always miss my life on the road as a gypsy in film-making, I am even happier with my decision to be back in Texas and close to family and friends. Growing up one might guess I had an inclination to show business and movies, right? Well,

not really. No more than the average kid who would daydream of being the real Karate Kid or possibly being Elliot and best friends with E.T..At most, I would have wanted to have the ability of the young Drew Barrymore in “Firestarter” to keep pesky older brothers at bay…but beyond that, I had no interest or desire to learn filmmaking or what it was like for those that do. My professional introduction into movies is quite a story itself.

In 1997, I moved from Weatherford to San Angelo to attend Angelo State University.

I took a semester off to work and save money before hitting the books again. (Atypical 20’s move, right?) I quickly landed a full-time job at a Holiday Inn working as both a night bell-boy and at the front desk. One late evening, I checked in a group of people who were scouting the area for film locations on a movie that was shooting in Dallas. Over the next two weeks, I got to know and hang out with several of the crew members while they socialized and I asked every question in the book about their jobs. My gift of gab back then was welldocumented I can tell you. Upon their departure, I was assured we would keep in touch and was told if an entry-level position ever opened up, I would get a call. Oh sure, I thought. A million dollars will also fall from the sky and hit me in the head. Then low and behold – the call! After some excited school girl screams and more than a few high-five’s all the way around, I boarded a plane for Los Angeles for the quickest training period in an unknown industry known to man. A month later I was in Vancouver, British Columbia working on my first film. From there, it was city after city, film to film.

My introduction to the movies wasn’t a particular typical one either. I didn’t go to film school.

I wasn’t a struggling artist that had moved to Los Angeles and had paid my dues waiting tables, nor did I even have the distinct desire to get into film. I was just a curious young guy interested in some people doing something

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so fascinating to me, that I just kept talking. I quickly learned that my fate was unlike those around me. Those other young men and women had been in the trenches for years already trying to earn the prized spot on working on a large studio film shooting on-location. Those who had applied for special programs to work with professional crew members, and those who interned for free a thousand miles from home for six months just for the experience and the resume qualifications. Here I was, new and inexperienced, getting paid to do a job that others my age would kill for. At first I just felt lucky, but soon lucky turned into un-deserving and quite frankly, unqualified. I was never told that or made to feel that way by anyone. That is something I put upon myself, not having the vast experience or the same conviction about film work that my colleagues had. I made up my mind that I would earn my keep and that no job would be too menial. I would volunteer for even the most mundane and unpopular tasks, speaking to everyone, and being the first one in and the last one to leave.

Every day. From that first day of working, I loved it all, the entire business. I learned that behind the scenes is where it’s all at from the deal making, to on-set antics. I wouldn’t trade a minute of it. So that is what I hope to offer here. An insightful and sometimes humorous look into the entertainment that we spend our leisure time viewing.

I will be watching and giving reviews of films that are coming out and talking about ones that are currently still in production,

and even the occasional bigname interview. With so much material to view in this multimedia age; films, television, pod-casts, film festivals, online viewing options, plays, award shows, national and local film events…well, one can get dizzyheaded keeping up. I hope to showcase a sprinkling from all of these entertainment platforms in this column, along with some fun facts you might not know.

Also included will be stories and films connected to certain times of the year. Holiday vintage movies, for instance, provide the nostalgia needed to bring one around into the spiritof the season. Local filmmakers are also a great source of inspiration and can provide us with stories and tales that may hit a little closer to home. Live music performers and various venues in and around our area will surely grace the column, as well as a good pinch of Hollywood gossip and latest news.

My sources and friends are long and seasoned in the industry, blessing me with many strings to pull! I hope you’ll join me here every month and follow along as I do what I love to do best … film jive! Most of all, I hope that you enjoy the column as much as I already do and we can discover together why there really is no business like showbusiness!

By: Jimmy Ray Sorrells

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Art takes everyday challenges one moment at a time, ensuring that her family and her business find a happy balance. Those near to her tend to cherish her for her integrity, her loyalty, and her passionate outlook on life. Her commitment to her family, her business, and her community remain to be the cornerstone of who Amy Klemer is as she continues to

be an inspiration.

Teaching these paint classes is a fun outlet for Amy to get her hands dirty and teach others to be creative and have fun with art. She has a positive spirit that makes others feel comfortable to try new things.

You can call D’Vine Wine at 817-573-7200 for reservations.

Joshua Winters & Amy Klemer

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my Klemer has a fun event every month called Corks and Canvas. It is held at D’Vine Wine on the Historic Square in Granbury. She teaches art while you enjoy the ambiance of a hometown winery. When

I arrived at D’Vine Wine, I was greeted by Amy. I looked around and the room was full with perhaps 25 to 30 people.

The people in this painting class like to develop their creative abilities, and have fun at the same time. Painting is so relaxing and when you add a glass of wine, it helps you forget the everyday problems and lets you focus on the canvas. When you complete the class, you have a beautiful canvas painting that you created

to hang in your home. I believe anyone can paint under Amy’s instruction. She not only has natural born talent, but she has the education to back it up.

Amy graduated in 2002 from the highly esteemed Savannah College of Art and Design.

During her tenure, she studied various art mediums and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts with a focus on graphic design and art history. She loves to explore all types of media, and really enjoys being creative every day.

Originally from Florence, Mississippi, Amy has made Granbury her home for the better part of ten years. As steadfast as she is smart, Amy

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Artefactz 120 N. Houston Street (817) 573-9446 www.artefactz.com Brazos Prophetic Arts 313 Ables Street (817) 579-1775 Langdon Center Art Gallery 308 East Pearl Street (817) 279-1164 Oak Tree Gallery & Framing 2103 East Highway 377 (817) 573-6252 RAEB Inc 3101 Neri Road (817) 573-5616 Uptownarts.NET 4395 E. Hwy. 377 (682) 936-2581

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Wolf Crossing Art Gallery 1410 Fall Creek Hwy. (817) 326-0232 Your Private Collection 106 North Houston (817) 579-7733 www.yourprivatecollection.com Glen Rose Barnard’s Mill Art Museum 307 SW Barnard Street (254) 897-7494 barnardsmill.com White Buffalo Gallery 200 SW Barnard Street (254) 897-1988 thewhitebuffalogallery.com

Lake Granbury Art Association www.granburyart.org 224 N Travis Street

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Galleries

Activities

[ Nolan River Kennel Club Dog Show

TEXAS INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION ACTIVITIES

MARCH 1 & 2, 2014

On the Square: Vendors, Demonstrators, Replica of Texas Navy Ship, Pony Rides, Gun Fighters, Storytellers, Musicians, Opening Ceremony, Speeches, Sunday Church Service, Food & Beverage Parade around the Square Saturday at 11:00 At Granbury Square Plaza: Student History Fair up stairs, Silent Auction up stairs, Quilters, Artists, Musicians on the Stage, Skits on the Stage At Langdon Center: Log Cabin Village Demonstrators, Re-enactors, Indians with TeePees, Children’s Activities, Storytellers, Weaving, Musicians in Rock Concert Hall, Food & Beverage On the Beach: Live Bull Riding with Mutton Bustin’ and Calf Scramble, Chuck Wagon Cook-Off, Food & Beverage Acton Cemetery: Elizabeth Crockett Memorial Ceremony Sunday afternoon honoring John Kimble, Great Grandson of H.S. Kimble, writer of the Texas Declaration of Independence To volunteer, call or text Teresa Sims 817-578-0234

Dr. Padget built a clinic next to the Opera House which has now been torn down and later built the large clinic

by Lake Granbury Medical Center. He had over 6,000 patients and the oldest health practice in Granbury. Dr. Padget delivered the first baby at Lake Granbury Medical Center.

Pamela Estes Padget reminiscing about Dr. Larry Padget, her Valentine Dr. Larry Padget passed away on November 25, 2013,at 75 years old, after a 13-year battle with renal cell cancer. Trips to M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston were made 102 times.

For 41 years, and up to the day he died, he practiced medicine.

Dr. Padget met Pamela in 1990 and they were married for twenty-two years. In 2005, Pamela convinced Larry to move his practice to the square at Pamela and Company.

Pamela and Larry liked having a profession together.

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Somervell County Expo Center holds the Nolan River Kennel Club Dog Show in early

January every year. Animal lovers really appreciate this show. About 2,000 dogs of all breeds, ages, and size from all over the Southwest compete for conformation and obedience championship titles.

They ate lunch together as well as seeing each other many times a day. They loved being together all the time.

Also, Pamela stated that Larry was quite an artist and he would paint pictures of her and she has a lot of them at home.

You could tell by the gleam in Pamela’s eye that she truly loved Larry, and he truly loved her. She

said Larry lived every day like it was going to be their last.

Pamela quoted Larry’s mottos for when she asked him to do something, “Yes, Dear” and, “I’ll get right on it.”

Pamela’s profession includes Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a substance abuse provider for TxDOT, and a licensed Marriage and Family therapist. She is currently the author of two books in the self-help books.

Since 2010, Pamela and Larry’s daughter, Amy Revett has been working in the same building as a social worker with children’s medicaid.

I know that Pamela is the counselor, but it seems we all could learn a lot from Dr. Larry Padget.

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CALENDAR A place to have fun

Open Every Day Dinosaur World 254-898-1526 9:00 am – 5:00 pm Everyday 1058 Park Road 59, Glen Rose Fossil Rim Wildlife Center 254-897-2960 8:30 am – 3:29 pm Every Day 2155 County Road 2008,Glen Rose Open Tuesday – Saturday US Veterans Museum of Granbury 601 N. Thorp Springs Road 10 am – 4 pm Mon-Sat 817-683-4513 www.usveteransmuseum.com Open every Friday, Saturday & Sunday Yeats-Duke 1858 Working Museum 10:00 am – 7:00 pm Friday & Saturday 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Sunday 214 N Crockett St., Granbury Dollhouse Museum 10:00 – 4:00 pm Friday & Saturday 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm Sunday 421 East Bridge St., Granbury Hood County Jail Museum 1:00 pm – 4:00pm 817-573-5135 208 N Crockett St Granbury Open every Friday and Saturday Rock N Bowl – Granbury Lanes 10:00 pm – midnight817-579-BOWL Granbury Ghosts and Legend Tours On the Square 7:00 pm & 9:15 pm 817-559-0849 or GranburyGhosts@gmail. com Last Mile Cemetery Tour Granbury City Cemetery 817-559-0849 10:45-11:45 pmReservations Required Open Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Creation Evidence Museum 10 am – 4 pm 254-897-3200 3102 FM 205, Glen Rose Open Every Saturday Bridge Street History Center 319 E Bridge St., Granbury 1-4 pm 817-573-8810 Free Barking Rocks Winery--Granbury Tours – 1:00 -5:00 pm 1919 Allen Ct. FREE

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EVENTS FEBRUARY

Open Every Saturday and Sunday Barnard’s Mill & Art Museum 307 SW Barnard St., Glen Rose 10-5 Saturday & 1-5 Sunday 254-897-7494 www.barnardsmill.org

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st Revolver Brewing Tour: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm 5650 Matlock Road 817-736-8034 Music: Big Mike Dinosaur Valley State Park-Glen Rose Coffee with a Park Ranger 10:00-11:00 am Somervell County Expo Ctr—Glen Rose Old Time Tractor Show 254-396-7736 Granbury Theater Company Sweater Curse – 3:30 & 7:30 pm 817-579-0952 Diamond D’s -- Granbury Brady Hulsey Band 8:30 pm Greenwood Saloon—Bluff Dale Mike Stanley Band 9 pm Boozers—Granbury Outta Tha Box Band 8 pm

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th Fossil Rim Wildlife Center Glen Rose Homeschool: Birds & Birding 10 am – 4 pm | 254-897-2960

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th Granbury Theater Company Sweater Curse – 7:30 pm 817-579-0952

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Somervell County Expo Ctr—Glen Rose Bonanza Cutting 940-332-3100

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th Granbury Theater Company Sweater Curse – 7:30 pm 817-579-0952

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th Dinosaur Valley State Park Glen Rose Coffee with a Park Ranger 10:00-11:00 am Revolver Brewing Tour: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm 5650 Matlock Road 817-736-8034 Music: Songbird Jones

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Granbury Theater Company Sweater Curse – 3:30 &7:30 pm 817-579-0952 Girls Night Out—Granbury Square 5 – 8 pm 817-573-5299 Creation Evidence Museum | Glen Rose 1st Saturday Lecture Series— “Manipulation of Data” Director Carl Baugh 11:00 am & 2:00 pm 254-897-3200 Boozers—Granbury 8 pm Shannon Rose & Whiskey Rebellion Greenwood Saloon—Bluff Dale Rocky Lott Band 8:30 pm

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th Granbury Theater Company Sweater Curse – 7:30 pm

th Somervell County Citizens Center-Glen Rose Country & Western Dance Pete & Patti 7-9:30 pm Fossil Rim Wildlife Center – Glen Rose Sweetheart Safari Dinner & Tour 6-9 pm 254-897-2960 Music, Massage & Merlot D’Vine Wine on the square 6:30 pm Granbury Theater Company Sweater Curse – 7:30 pm 817-579-0952 Hollywood & Vine – Glen Rose Amanda Goodman-Pruitt Rugged Heart Band 7 pm

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th Dinosaur Valley State Park Glen Rose Coffee with a Park Ranger 10:00-11:00 am DINOmite Campfire Fun 7 - 9 pm Bring S’mores Fixins’ 254-897-4588 Revolver Brewing Tour: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm 5650 Matlock Road 817-736-8034 Music: Cactus Jack & his Band of Outlaws Greenwood Saloon – Bluff Dale Grant Gilbert Music 9 pm Granbury Theater Company Sweater Curse – 3:30 &7:30 pm 817-579-0952 www.myhometownstexas.com

Y HOOD & SOMERVELL COUNTY Boozers—Granbury Piece of My Heart 8 pm

15th - 16th

Acton Nature Center presents: Great Backyard Bird Count Weekend 6430 Smokey Hill Ct. Acton TX 7 – 10 am 817-326-6005 FREE Twilight, Texas Weekend Event Features Lori Wilde, bestselling author Book signing as well as scavenger hunt & prizes Sat. 10 am – 8 pm Sun. 10:30 am - 5 pm 817-573-5548

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th Granbury Bridal Circle Wedding Show Granbury Resort Conference Ctr 1 – 4 pm | 817-736-0577

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th Fossil Rim Wildlife Center Glen Rose Homeschool: Taxonomy: And I Thought My Family Was Weird?!

10 am – 4 pm | 254-897-2960

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th Granbury Theater Company Romance, Romance 7:30 pm | 817-579-0952 Handsome Hunks of Hood County Benefiting Ruth’s Place Granbury Resort Conference Ctr 6:30-10:30 pm 817-578-1725

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st Granbury Theater Company Romance, Romance 3:30 & 7:30 pm | 817-579-0952

Photography in the Park: Q & A Display Meet at Pavilion 2 - 4 pm 254-897-4588 Book Release Party of: Haunted Granbury by Brandy Herr Co-Founder of Granbury Ghosts & Legend Tours Langdon Center | 6 – 9 pm 817-579-0849 Sweetheart & Orphans XV Car show Annual Car Show on the Square Granbury 9 am – 3 pm | 817-907-9834 Fossil Rim Wildlife Center—Glen Rose Murder Mystery Dinner & Tour 5 – 9 pm | 254-897-2960 Last Saturday Gallery Night The Galleries of Granbury Granbury Square – 6 pm – 9 pm Revolver Brewing Tour: 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm 5650 Matlock Road | 817-736-8034 Granbury Theater Company Romance, Romance 3:30 & 7:30 pm Blue Grass Jam Sessions-Glen Rose Oakdale Park – 3:00 pm Concert at 6:30 pm Boozers – Granbury Brad Booker Band 8 pm Boot Scootin’ Country—Glen Rose Chris Styles 8 pm

Oakdale Park – Glen Rose Campfire & S’mores Night 7 – 8 pm 254-897-2321

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Somervell Expo Ctr—Glen Rose Tuley Team Roping 469-337-7699

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nd Big City Music Revue Granbury Granbury Live Theater on the Square Unchained Melodies: The Legacy Begins Again Sean Mitchell Production 3 & 7 pm Dinosaur Valley State Park-Glen Rose Coffee with a Park Ranger 10:0011:00 am

Langdon Center Haunted Granbury Exhibit

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th Somervell County Citizens Center-Glen Rose Country & Western Dance CB Sutton 7 - 9:30 pm Music, Massage & Merlot D’Vine Wine on the square | 6:30 pm Granbury Theater Company Romance, Romance | 7:30 pm Boot Scootin’ Country—Glen Rose One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer Tour Phil Wallace, Mark Allan Atwood & Jeff Hopson

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Dinosaur Valley State Park-Glen Rose Native American Playday 2-4 pm Trackmakers of Dinosaur Valley 7 - 8 pm

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Texas Independence Day Celebration of North Texas at Granbury 10 am – 6 pm Downtown Square & Plaza, Langdon Center, & City Beach Can you Believe It? – Bull Riding on the Beach!!! 817-964-8243

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Somervell County Expo—Glen Rose Home & Garden Show 254-897-4509

15th - 16th

36th Annual General Granbury’s Birthday Celebration 9 am-6:30 pm at Granbury Historic Square Parade, Bean & Rib Cook-off 817-573-5299

Student History Fair & Celebration Granbury Square Plaza | 4 - 7 pm Rights & Responsibilities in the Fight for Texas 214-675-5752

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th Granbury Theater Company Romance, Romance 7:30 pm

27th - March 1st

Somervell County Expo Ctr—Glen Rose 20th Annual PRCA Rodeo 7:30 pm 254-897-4171 after 6 pm

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The Real Estate Advisor

Your Guide To Home Buying & Selling!

Dream It. See It. Own It™

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

When buying your new home the FIRST thing you should do is get prequalified for a mortgage.

A mortgage is a loan secured by real estate and most home purchases involve some sort of financing.

What is involved in getting prequalified?

To get prequalified, a mortgage loan application needs to be submitted to a licensed mortgage loan originator. There are three primary components to the application: credit, income and assets. By providing this basic information, you will be able to find out: -- What kind of credit you have -- What your mortgage rate will be -- What loan program(s) you qualify for -- How much house you can afford -- Total funds needed to buy the house

Why is it important to get prequalified?

-- Focused Search! By knowing how much you can afford, you

will be able to focus on homes in your price range which saves you the disappointment of finding a house you love, but are unable to afford.

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-- Saves Time! Your agent is working hard to provide excellent service by matching you with homes that meet your needs, are in the area you want and within your budget. As a buyer, you want to focus your time on those properties you may potentially buy.

-- Buying Power! When presenting an offer on a home, it shows

that you are ready, willing and able to buy. This makes your offer more attractive to sellers than other offers which do not have a prequalification letter accompanying them.

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Packing up and Moving With Your Horse

Moving from one home to another can be a stressful experience. Now, add large animals, horses, tack and equipment and stress levels can skyrocket!

There are few things tougher than hunting for and purchasing that perfect new equestrian home and property. The following tips and suggestions are from my 30 years experience as a horse owner and REALTOR®.

1. GET QUALIFIED! This is the most important step. Do this before you go shopping for your property. Find a lender that will be able to prequalify you and the horse property you are buying.

Some lenders do not loan on horse property so you must find one that is willing to lend in this specific market.

Century 21 Shirley Hooks can provide a list if you need one.

2. DECIDE ON YOUR PROPERTY NEEDS. Now that you’re qualified and know you want property for your animals, set your priorities. Decide which is most important, the house or the animals. If you have an unlimited budget, this will not be a concern.

If you are like most, you will have to decide if you’ll take a smaller house to have the livestock or horse facilities you require. Maybe you just need a pen for one horse and would like a large home. Can you build a barn and pens if you find your ideal home? If you’re involved in extensive horse activities, you may require a larger facility.

3. FIND YOUR REALTOR. Not only do you need a REALTOR®

TIME HOMEBUYERS MAY QUESTIONS FIRST HAVE ABOUT HOME INSPECTIONS

How do I find a reputable Home Inspector, and who pays for the inspection?

There are a couple of ways to find a reputable home inspector. Either you as a buyer can research on your own, talk to family and friends, or have your Texas Realtor recommend several trustworthy home inspectors from which to choose.

As the buyer, after deciding on a home inspector it will be up to you to pay the inspector directly for the inspection. Depending on the age/ size of the home the report may be completed in one day or may take several days to complete.

Keep in mind, whoever you choose must be licensed by the Texas Real Estate Commission.

Why a home inspection?

Most likely this is going to be one of the most sizeable investments home buyers will make. A home inspector will be able to answer any questions that come up during the inspection and point out items that need regular maintenance or recognize any problems.

Upon completion of the inspection and review of the report, talk with your Texas Realtor to determine if there are any issues that need to be resolved. Several scenarios may appear, such as asking the seller to pay for certain repairs, seller not willing to pay for repairs, or you as the buyer agreeing to purchase the property as is. These are only a few examples that might occur after the inspection has been completed. Talk with your Texas Realtor, as they are experienced in the homebuying process and will make suggestions that are right for you.

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experienced in finding your home, you need someone who’s knowledgeable about your animals’ needs.

Professionally licensed and trained, a REALTOR® can save you time, money and frustration. Not all agents know about horses, cattle, sheep, pigs, or other animals. Ask family, friends, and neighbors for recommendations about agents. Ask the agent about his/ her experience and find out about their firm. Do they have experience with animals or property allowing animals?

Does this agent understand the facilities needed in an effective barn, features needed, including water supply, etc.?

CHECKLIST: Have available for your REALTOR® the following information: 1. Number of family members and their ages.

2. Number of bedrooms and baths needed.

3. Locations preferred.

4. Special school districts required.

5. House amenities required: i.e. pool, fireplace, privacy, highway access, recreational facilities, etc.

6. Size of property required (acreage) Also, make a list of the types and numbers of animals. Pigs and exotic animals may require a certain zoning as compared to horses or sheep.

Let your agent know what you do with your animals. If you trail ride, do you need access to trails out of your house or can you haul? Do you need an arena? Do you want to live in the mountains, flat areas, hills or close to the city?

It’s up to you to educate your REALTOR® as to your requirements.

The more information your agent has, the easier it is to find just the right property. As a REALTOR who specializes in horse property, I can tell you that I can NEVER have too much information. Good luck and happy trails.

By: Linda Nelson, Realtor ®

What is the role of a home inspector?

The responsibilities of a home inspector are to “objectively make a visual examination of the physical structure and the systems of the house, from the roof to the foundation,” this is according to the American Society of Home Inspectors. They will do a thorough inspection of the house and itemize repairs and recognize areas that have not been maintained. This is a short example of the duties of an inspection and you as the buyer should keep in contact with the inspector. It should be noted that if an inspector does not have access to certain areas, then they would not foresee any unexpected defects.

During the inspection, you do not have to be present, but it is to your advantage to be available. This will give you as the buyer, an “up close” look at the property you are considering purchasing. Most inspectors will be more than willing to answer questions during the inspection.

When do I get the inspection scheduled?

Your Texas Realtor will review with you the section in the contract pertaining to the “option period”. This is also referred to as the termination option period. This is the time or number of days that inspections can be conducted.

This gives you, the buyer, time to negotiate with sellers regarding any repairs that need to be completed while you still have the option to terminate the contract.

Stephanie Eoff, Realtor ®

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Shopping

SHOPPING SHOPPING

Above: Marilyn Conney, Kellie Owens, Olivia Owens. Rio Grande Mercantile Company.

Paluxy River Bed Cabins

Lodging

1319 FM 205 Glen Rose, TX (800) 235-2004 paluxyriverbedcabins.com

LODGING

Paluxy River Bed Cabins

Have you ever just wanted to just get away from it all, relax and enjoy nature.

BUT, not be miles and miles away from civilization. Well, Paluxy River Bed Cabins provides exactly what you want. The four secluded cedar cabins located on the Paluxy River are in a very private, rustic environment. All the cabins have balconies, hot tubs, kitchenettes, and most have access to the Paluxy River.

Owners, Karen and John Wells, will make your visit extra special by making arrangements for you, such as delivering flowers or a massage therapist to your

anniversaries, and birthdays. And, golfing, Dinosaur World, Creation Evidence Museum, Dinosaur Valley State Park and Fossil Rim Wildlife Center are just minutes away, as well as Glen Rose shopping.

635 June Rose Court (on the Lake) Granbury, TX 76048 817-408-6061 www.arkensbedbreakfast.com

So, what are you waiting for? Come visit for a day or a week or more, and experience the best of the country, but with restaurants, shopping and outdoor excitement just minutes away. Children under 21 years of age, and all pets cannot be accommodated. Paluxy River Bed Cabins are located at 1319 FM 205, Glen Rose, Tx. For more info: 800-2352004 or www.paluxyriverbedcabins.com.

Baker St. Harbour 511 South Baker Street (on the Lake) Granbury, TX 76048 817-578-3684 / 877-578-3684 www.bakerstharbour.com

Dinosaur Trail Cabins 2800 Glen Rose Hwy Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-3023 dinosaurtrail@sbcglobal.net www.dinosaurtrailcabins.com GRANBURY HOTEL/MOTEL Best Western 1517 N. Plaza Dr Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-4239 Classic Inn 1209 North Plaza Drive Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-8874 Comfort Suites 903 Harbor Lakes Dr. Granbury, TX 76048 817-579-5559 Days Inn 1201 N. Plaza Drive Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-2611 or 800-228-5150 Granbury Inn & Suites 1339 North Plaza Drive Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-2691 / 800-858-8607

cabin.

You won’t find TV or phones, but there is a common area on the river for fishing and swimming, fire pit, and swing to just rest and relax. This place is perfect for bird watching, star gazing, honeymoons, Valentine’s Day getaways,

Brierhouse Bed & Breakfast 7711 Colony Road Tolar, TX 76476 800-474-1160 www.brierhouse.com

Hilton Garden Inn 635 E. Pearl St (on the Lake) Granbury, TX 76048 817-579-3800 Holiday Inn Express & Suites 1515 N. Plaza Dr Granbury, TX 76048 817-579-9977 La Quinta Inn & Suites 880 Harbor Lakes Drive

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Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-2007 lq6040gm@laquinta.com Nutt House Hotel 119 East Bridge Street Granbury, TX 76048 817-279-1207 or 888-678-0813 nutthouse@granbury.com www.nutt-hotel.com Plantation Inn 1451 East Pearl Street Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-8846 / 800-422-2402 www.plantationinngranbury.com Quality Inn & Suites 800 Harbor Lakes Drive Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-4411 / 800-465-4329 www.hotelingranbury.com GRANBURY BED AND BREAKFAST Angel of the Lake 606 E. Bridge St Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-0073 or 800-641-0073 Arbor House B & B 530 East Pearl Street Across from the City Beach Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-0073 / 800-641-0073 www.thearborhouse.net Arkens Bed & Breakfast

Granbury Gardens Bed & Breakfast 321 W. Doyle Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-9010 stay@granburygardensband.com www.granburygardens.com Ida Belles Cottage 110 Lambert Street Granbury, Texas 76048 214.796.5016 or 817.279.2889 www.idabellecottage.com Inn on Lake Granbury 205 West Doyle Street (on the Lake) Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-0046 / 877-573-0046 info@innonlakegranbury.com www.innonlakegranbury.com Iron Horse Bed & Breakfast 616 Thorp Springs Road Granbury, TX 76048 (817) 993-9847 www.ironhorsebb.com Lambert Street Guesthouse 215 South Lambert Street Granbury, TX 76048 817-579-1876 jcvb@hcnews.com www.bradbraune.com/lambertstreet Manor of Time 121 West Bluff Street Granbury, TX 76048 817-579-0212 www.manoroftime.com

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Lodging Pomegranate House 1002 W. Pearl St Granbury, TX 76048 817-279-7412 / 888-503-7659 www.pomhouse.com Texas Heritage Cabins 5801 Matlock Road Granbury, TX 76049 817-326-3639 www.granbury-log-cabins.com The Windmill Farm and Bed & BreaKfast 6625 Colony Road Tolar, TX 76476 817-279-2217 crickgauer@itexas.net www.thewindmillfarm.com GRANBURY RV PARKS 377 RV Park 4170 East Hwy 377 Granbury, TX 76048 Phone: 817-579-1315 Countryside RV Park 2600 West Hwy 377 Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-7539 Midway Pines RV Park & Storage 9322 Hwy 144 South Granbury, TX 76048 817-279-7925 midwaypines@sbcglobal.net www.midwaypines.com Thorp Spring RV Park 2700 Lipan Hwy #63 Granbury, TX 76048 817-573-3043 GLEN ROSE HOTELS & MOTELS America’s Best Value Inn & Suites 1614 NE Big Bend Trail Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-2111 www.americasbestvalueinn.com

Best Western Dinosaur Valley Inn & Suites 1311 NE Big Bend Trail Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-4818 www.dinosaurvalleyinn.com Comfort Inn & Suites 1615 NE Big Bend Trail Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-898-8900 www.comfortinn.com Glen Rose Inn & Suites Hwy 67 & FM 56 Glen Rose, TX 67043 254-897-2940 or 866-393-8037 www.glenroseinnandsuites.com

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites 113 Paluxy Summit Blvd Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-898-9900 www.glenrosetexas.us

CJ’s Country Cabins 3454 FM 56 South Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-898-9533 or 877-898-9533 www.cjscountrycabins.com

Oakdale Park 1019 Northeast Barnard St. Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-2321 or 877-713-2340 www.oakdalepark.com

Inn on the River 205 SW Barnard Street Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-2929 or 800-575-2101 www.innontheriver.com

Country Woods Inn 420 Grand Ave. Glen Rose, TX 76043 817-279-3002 www.countrywoodsinn.com

LaQuinta Inn & Suites 101 W. Bo Gibbs Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-898-0679 www.laquintainnglenrose.com

Hideaway Ranch Retreat 1022 Private Road 1250 Bluff Dale, TX 254-823-6606 or 866-609-HIDE www.thehideawaycabins.com

GLEN ROSE RV PARKS B Street RV Park 1900 SW Barnard Street Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-396-0562 www.bstreetrvpark.com

Rough Creek Lodge 5165 County Road 2013 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-3700 or 888-670-1223 www.roughcreek.com

Ken’s Kabin 1258 Rugged Oaks CR 321 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-898-9016 or 254-396-1146 www.kenscabin.net

GLEN ROSE BED & BREAKFASTS Bussey’s Something Special 202 Hereford Street Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-4843 or 877-426-2233 www.busseys.net

Oakdale Park 1019 Northeast Barnard St. Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-2321 or 877-713-2340 www.oakdalepark.com

Cedars on the Brazos 2920 County Road #413 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-898-1000 www.cedarsonthebrazos.com Country Woods Inn 420 Grand Ave. Glen Rose, TX 76043 817-279-3002 www.countrywoodsinn.com Inn on the River 205 SW Barnard Street Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-2929 or 800-575-2101 www.innontheriver.com The Lodge at Fossil Rim 3022 County Road 2010 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-2960 www.fossilrim.org GLEN ROSE CABINS & HOUSES Anderson Creek Cabins 1448 Moody Lane Glen Rose, TX 76043 214-868-4318 www.andersoncreekranch.com Barnard Street River House 804 NE Barnard Street Glen Rose, TX 76043 800-476-0175 www.barnardriverhouse.com Brazos House Retreat 3142 County Road Rainbow, TX 76077 682-200-7855 www.brazoshouseretreat.com

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Paluxy Riverbed Cabins 1319 FM 205 Glen Rose, TX 76043 800-235-2004 www.paluxyriverbedcabins.com Popejoy Haus Cabins 1943 County Road 321 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-3521 www.popejoyhaus.com Riverside Cottages 1140 County Road 315 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-485-5300 www.riversidecottages.net Rose Hill Ranch 4771 S. FM 56 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-396-6699 www.rosehillranchtx.com Trickle Creek Cabins County Road 196 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-396-0000 www.tricklecreekcabins.com GLEN ROSE TENT CAMPING Camp N Fish 2790 County Road 304 Rainbow, TX 254-898-1069 www.campnfish.net Dinosaur Valley State Park Park Road 56 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-4588 or 512-389-8900 stateparks.com/ dinosaur_valley.html

Camp N Fish 2790 County Road 304 Rainbow, TX 254-898-1069 www.campnfish.net Cedar Ridge RV Park 4475 Hwy 67 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-3410 www.cedarridgervpark.com Chamber’s Place RV 1607 W. Hwy 67 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-396-1564 www.chambersrv.com Dinosaur Valley State Park Park Road 56 Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-4588 or 512-389-8900 stateparks.com/ dinosaur_valley.html Flint Canyon RV Park 1321 FM 56 North Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-898-0700 - 817-933-0571 www.flintcanyonrvpark.com Jurassic RV Park 4621 Hwy 144 North Granbury, TX 76048 254-897-1223 www.jurassicrvpark.com Oakdale Park 1019 Northeast Barnard Street Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-897-2321 or 877-713-2340 www.oakdalepark.com 7th Heaven Ranch & RV Park 1516 County Road 313 Spur Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-898-1875 Tres Rios Resort 2322 County Road Glen Rose, TX 76043 254-221-0018 www.tresriosrvpark.com CRESSON HOTEL Best Western Cresson Inn 9120 E Highway 377, Cresson, TX 76035 877-574-2464 www.book.bestwestern.com

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Nutt House Hotel 119 East Bridge Street Granbury, TX 76048 817-279-1207 or 888-678-0813 nutthouse@granbury.com www.nutt-hotel.com

Theater- Granbury Theatre Company present s: The theater scene has been all ‘a buzz’ about Elaine Liner who takes center stage as the actor, leaving us to be her critics. In a masterful display of literary training, her performance is dramatic, charming, full of wit, hope, sadness, very smart while told with style and elegance.

“Longtime Dallas arts critic Elaine Liner recently added playwright to her resume when her solo comedy, Sweater Curse: A Yarn About Love, debuted at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in Scotland this past August to sold out houses and 5 star reviews.”

Sweater Curse - A Yarn About Love is Directed by San Antonio theater director Tim Hedgepeth.

Tickets available by calling 817-579-0952 or www.granburytheatrecompany.org.

Bring the group of 10 or more and receive the group rate!

Jan. 30 - Feb. 15 : Thurs. - Sat 7:30 pm : Sat. Matinee 3:30 pm.

THEATRE THEATRE

“Sweater Curse: A Yarn about Love”

“The funny, poignant play weaves together Liner’s obsessions with knitting, great literature that mentions knitting (think The Odyssey and A Tale of Two Cities), old movies in which Bette Davis knits, and the knotty problems of romance. The term “sweater curse” refers to an old wives’ tale that warns never to knit for one you love; he (or she) will leave before you finish the project.” -Jennifer Chininis Editor in Chief Culture Map Dallas.

Elaine Liner has a very full and accomplished resume.

The founder of ‘Be a Media Darling’, theater critic, arts blogger, feature writer at Dallas Observer, theater critic at Dallas Observer, Village Voice media writer, editor and freelance writer-editor-critic as well as cofounder of Theater Jones. With her Masters from SMU, Liner taught writing and criticism on the college level. AND she is coming to the Granbury Opera House!

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Music/Nightlife raise money for several non-profit organizations, including Make a Wish Foundation and Cook Children’s Hospital. Katy says that she believes “music can change the world” and after hearing her sing, you will be a believer too!

Follow Katy on Facebook to see where she’ll be playing next.

katy keenie Changing the World One Song at a Time!

MUSIC MUSIC

K

aty Keenie’s journey in the music world began at five years of age when her dad heard George Strait’s classic country song, “The Chair”, and promptly decided to move his family from Ontario, Canada to Texas. From the moment they planted their roots in Texas Katie felt right at home.

Although she has always loved horses and participated in cutting horse competitions for years, her music career is currently taking priority in her life. Her many trips to Nashville along with playing at local venues, not to mention spending a large amount of her time writing her own songs, is a time consuming passion. “I’m a singer/ songwriter and I love it!” says Katy.

The talented artist is no stranger to hard work and says the best piece of advice she has ever had comes from fellow artist Johnny Lee who passed along the wisdom of the

great Loretta Lynn, “write, write, write!”; and Katy is doing just that. She is currently in a twelve song production deal with JH Entertainment out of Nashville with her career being endorsed by Rios of Mercedes Boot Company and Icehole Coolers.

Katy had the honor of winning Bob Kingsley’s Country Top 40 Future Star Competition and counts the radio legend as one of her biggest fans and most loyal supporters. She has also had the privilege of opening for Rick Trevino and Johnny Lee; even singing a duet with Lee of his 1980 hit, “Looking for Love”.

Locally, you can hear Katy perform at Fire Oak Grill and Copper Creek Restaurant in Weatherford on nights when they feature top entertainers from around the area. She is also busy sharing her talents to help

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Above: Opened for Rick Trevino this year on Jan. 4th pictured here with my husband, whom is very supportive of my career.

Left: Johnny Lee, opened for him on Jan.18th & got the opportunity to sing “Lookin for Love” on stage. He gave me one piece of advice in the music business that I really took to heart & advice that Loretta Lynn gave him years & years ago....”Write, Write, Write” so I plan to do more than usual this year!

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Music/Nightlife LOCAL VENUES BLUFF DALE BLUFF DALE VINEYARDS 5222 County Road 148, 254-728-3540 bluffdalevineyards.com Greenwood Saloon 208 N Greenwood St. 254-728-3735 www.facebook.com/ greenwoodsaloon

GRANBURY BARKING ROCKS WINERY 1919 Allen Court 817-579-0007 Boozers 211 M & M Ranch Road 817-579-6094 |boozersbar.net buffalo steakhouse 1470 E. Hwy. 377 |817-573-4471 buffalogapsteakhousegranbury.com Diamond D’s 3605 Contrary Creek Road 817-573-2100

REVOLVER BREWING 5650 Matlock Rd. | 817-736-8034 revolverbrewing.com Saddle Bags BBQ 3636 W Hwy 3770 817-579-7200 Jam every Saturday

GLEN ROSE Boot Scootin’ Country 2869 TX Hwy 144 254-897-2160

check our caLendar for a full listing of live music - pages 10 and 11

Hollywood & Vine 101 NE Vine Street 254-898-0250 hollywoodandvinerestaurant.com Loco Coyote Grill 1795 County Rd 1004 254-897-2324

TOLAR Grady’s Line Camp Restaurant & Live Music 4610 Shaw Rd | 254-835-4459 gradyslinecamp.com

MUSIC MUSIC

The Dock 1003 White Cliff Road 817-573-9100

Eighteen Ninety Grille 115 East Pearl St. | 817-533-3400 eighteenninety.com

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Dining Extensive remodelling was done to the B.M. Estes building, built in 1893, to provide an atmosphere of ambience in an inviting environment. The very tall 1700’s European castle doors leading into the group dining area are unusual and beautiful. To contact Farina’s Winery & Café for additional information call 817-579-5300.

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The wide-ranging menu offers authentic Italian cuisine and features artisan cheese, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizzas, pastas and steaks. Many of the specialties are from Farina’s family home recipes.

Baked lasagne, which has been served in Farina’s Restaurants since 1951, is one of the delicious Sicilian family recipes. Lunch is served daily and happy hour is offered Monday-Friday from 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm.

Farina’s Winery produces two wines: Farina’s White blend and Red blend. Farina’s does take reservations for parties of all sizes, and it is one of the few restaurants in the Granbury area that provides private dining for groups of up to 75 people.

DINING DINING

arina’s Winery and Café is located on the Historic Square in Granbury. Their slogan is “Where Friends Meet” which means that not only do friends meet here to catch up and enjoy a bottle of wine together, but it is where new friends meet too.

And, after a romantic dinner, why not stay at Casa Farina?

It is as simple to get there as a ride in an elevator to the third floor above Farina’s.

There are three luxurious suites to choose from, all with Jacuzzi tubs. From a pre-Civil War bedroom to a Renaissance suite, they are all updated with modern conveniences so that you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Plan to stay here for your next getaway or special occasion. Reservations at www.casafarina.com or call 817-579-5600.

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Dining DINING ON THE SQUARE THE ART OF CHOCOLATE SHOPPE 115 E. Pearl Street | 817-579-0075 TheArtofChocolateShoppe.com BABE’S CHICKEN HOUSE W. Pearl St. | 817-573-9777

CHRISTINA’S BISTRO 110 N. Houston St. | 817-579-1707 EIGHTEEN NINETY GRILLE 115 E. Pearl St. | 817-533-3400 eighteenninety.com Farina’s Winery & Café 202 N Houston St. | 817-579-5300 The Fillin Station 100 N Crockett St | 817-573-1554

COTTON PATCH 1151 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-579-6461

LINDA’S SOUTHERN KITCHEN Pearl @ Crockett St. | 817-573-1952

FIREHOUSE CAFE 1462 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-279-1160

NUTSHELL EATERY & BAKERY 137 E. Pearl St. | 817-279-8989

GOLDEN CHICK Hwy. 4 in Acton | 817-326-2007

PARADISE COFFEE HOUSE & BISTRO 129 Pearl St. | 817-573-3853

IRBY’S BURGERS & CATFISH 804 E. Pearl St. | 817-579-9402

SPRING CREEK BARBEQUE 317 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-579-7336

PEARL ST. STATION –patio dining 129 Pearl St. | 817-579-7233

MONTANA RESTAURANT 1454 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-2500

STUMPYS LAKESIDE GRILL 2323 S. Morgan | 817-279-1000

PAM’S 204 S. Morgan | 817-326-8052

THE DOCK 1003 Whitecliff Rd. | 817-579-8200

AMERICAN (off the square) BUFFALO STEAKHOUSE 1470 E. Hwy. 377 & Business 377 817-573-4471 | patio dining

Willie & Dicks 424 Fall Creek Hwy. | 817-326-6241

GREAT AMERICAN GRILL Inside Hilton 635 E. Pearl St. | 817-579-3807

COFFEE HOUSES COFFEE GRINDER (inside HEB Market) 3804 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-279-0977

GRUMPS BURGERS 3503 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-5000 HOFFBRAU STEAKHOUSE 315 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-776-4982 CARI’S RESTAURANT 2113 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-980-1223 CHILI’S BAR & GRILL 1000 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-579-9402

PARADISE COFFEE CO. 129 W. Pearl St. | 817-573-3853

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Rednecks Chicken & Burgers 3605 Contrary Ck, Rd. | 817-573-0555

STARBUCKS W/DRIVE THRU 413 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-0640

RIB SHACK - patio dining 4021 Old Acton Hwy. 4 | 817-326-4752

ITALIAN DOMINO’S 1151 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-579-1800

DINING DINING

FUZZY’S TACO SHOP - patio dining 115 W. Pearl St. | 817-579-8226

Ketzler’s Schnitzel Haus & Biergarten 101 Pearl St | 817-658-6089

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Dining JOE’S PASTA & PIZZA 512 W. Pearl St. | 817-579-5637

CHINA WOK 109 SW Barnard St | 254-897-2660

LITTLE CAESARS 1421 S. Morgan | 817-573-1411

DEBBIE’S RESTAURANT Hwy. 67 | 254-897-4399

NIZZA PIZZA PASTA & SUBS 2200 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-7575

DONNA’S DONUTS Hwy. 67 | 254-897-7522

PAPA JOHN’S 726 E HWY 377 | 817-579-1220

FOSSIL RIM WILDLIFE CAFE 1789 CR 2009 |254-898-4263

PASTA FINA 1106 S. Morgan | 817-279-8669

GREEN PICKLE - BURGERS 212 NE Barnard St. | 254-898-1611

Pizza Hut 1014 S Morgan St. | 817-573-3765

HAMMOND’S B-B-Q Hwy. 67 | 254-897-3008

MEXICAN AGAVE TAMALE COMPANY 106 N. Lambert | 817-579-7600

HOLLYWOOD & VINE 101 NE Vine St. | 254-898-0250

Don Melquias 430 E Pearl St. |817-579-0800

INN ON THE RIVER Barnard St. Reservations Required 254-897-2929 or 800-575-2101

EL CHICO 1151 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-573-8833

LOCO COYOTE GRILL Steaks & Burgers West on Hwy. 67 | 254-897-2324

GARCIA’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT 1840 Camp Crucis Ct. | 817 573-4920

Los Primos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina 902 NE Big Bend Trl | 254-897-2377

FUZZY’S TACO SHOP - patio dining 115 W. Pearl St. | 817-579-8226 LA FIESTA 1112 S. Morgan St. 817-579-1275 MI FAMILIA 1468 E. Hwy. 377 | 817-279-0382 Montes Breakfast Burritos 2202 E Hwy 377 | 817-573-0250 Papa Chulo’s 1300 S Morgan St | 817-573-3800 SABOR MEXICANO TAQUERIA & GRILL 515 W. Bridge St. | 817-573-6202 Taco D 206 S Morgan St. | 817-573-6318 ASIAN ASIAN GRILL 1311 N. Plaza Dr. | 817-573-4841

PIE PEDDLERS - 254-897-9228 102 Walnut St. Fresh Baked Pies Pizza Hut 507 SW Big Bend Trl |254-898-0066 RANCH HOUSE BBQ & STEAKS Hwy. 67 | 254-897-3441 RIVERHOUSE GRILL 210 SW Barnard St. | 254-898-8514 ROUGH CREEK LODGE Reservations CR2013 - 254-965-3700 or 800-864-4705 SIMPLE SIMON’S PIZZA Hwy. 67 - Delivery - 254-898-0022 STORIEBOOK CAFE 502 NE Barnard St. | 254-897-2665

CHINA CAFE BUFFET 1491 S. Morgan St.| 817-579-7888

SUNSHINE DONUTS Hwy. 67 | 254-897-2827

MIYAKO 715 Autumn Ridge Dr. | 817-579-8668

Happy Hippo - GOURMET COFFEE 608 SW Big Bend Trail | 254-898-0181 HappyHippoCoffee.com

PANDA EXPRESS 1031 E. Hwy. 377 | 817 573-8988

GLEN ROSE DINING

BARNARD STREET BAKERY 1110 NE Big Bend Tr. | 254-897-3324 THE BAYOU Cajun/Creole Seafood 539 NE Big Bend Tr. | 254-898-0322

DINING

MR. JIM’S PIZZA Hwy. 67 - Delivery - 254-897-9999

BIG CUP EATERY Mexican & American Hwy. 67 & 56 | 254-897-3841

TOLAR DINING

GRADY’S LINE CAMP 4610 Shaw Rd. | 254-835-4459

BLUFF DALE DINING

SILVER DOLLAR STEAKHOUSE CR 196 & CR 1014 | 254-459-0545 LET’S EAT 28602 Hwy 377 | 254-728-3635

Bottle Cap Cafe 114 W Walnut St. | 254-897-2256 CHACHI’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT Hwy. 67 | 254-897-7504

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