Discover Jefferson Summer 2022 Visitors Guide

Discover Jefferson

& Marion County

A Publication of Marion County Media, LLC v3, I3

July, August, September 2022

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What’s Inside

Welcome to the eigth edition of Discover Jefferson & Marion County!

This quarterly publication is focused on what’s happening in and around Jefferson, Marion County, Texas. We hope to see you (again) in Jefferson and Marion County!

Find Us Online: MarionCoHerald.com Discover Jefferson & Marion County is published quarterly

by Marion County Media, LLC., partnered with JVCCB

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Welcome to Jefferson ............. 7 Summer Events ...................... 9 Jefferson salutes America ..... 13 Growing Up Jefferson .......... 15 Antique Tractor Show.......... 24 Vintage Motocross ............... 25 Map of City .................... 26-27 Map of Caddo Lake ........ 28-29 Map of Lake O’the Pines . 30-31 Places to Shop ..................... 44 Pioneer Days to Return ....... 45 Places to Hold an Event ....... 46 Tours and Attractions.......... 48 Places to Eat ........................ 51 Places to Stay ...................... 52

Jefferson’s Top Shelf Music & Fine Dining Hot Spot Wednesday-Sunday Lunch 11-2, Dinner 5-10 Jazzy Sunday Brunch 10:30-2

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409 S. Alley

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The House of the Seasons offers bed and breakfast accommodations and is an exclusive destination for special events and tours.

Bed & Breakfast

• 4 Suites with King Beds

Museum Tour Home & Gardens

• Tours are available

by Appointment at 11 a.m.

• Tour bus and school groups welcome

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Busy B Ranch Wildlife Park

6 miles north of Jefferson off Hwy 59 1100 W Prospect Rd Jefferson, TX 75657 903-665-4093 / www.busybranchwildlifepark.com 6

Welcome to Jefferson: Come Be Part of Our Family

Welcome to Jefferson, Texas, the Bed and Breakfast Capital of Texas!

On behalf of the City of Jefferson, its citizens and all the residents of Marion County, I want to welcome and thank you for choosing to spend some of your time with us. I hope you enjoy your time in our town and the surrounding area.

Summer in Texas is hot, and I wish I could tell you it’s cool and comfortable outside in Jefferson. But, we’ve got loads of activities to take your mind off the heat during the summer.

If you’re a frequent traveler to Jefferson, welcome back! If you’re planning your first visit, rest assured,

there are things to fit every desire while you’re here – from quiet, romantic getaways, to weekends full of celebration, Jefferson has it all.

Either way though, we’ll treat you like family and we welcome you to become part of ours.

Let our Visitor’s Center know how they can help make your visit memorable. We look forward to seeing you!

Rob Baker Mayor City of Jefferson

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“The Blackburn Outlet” 108 E. Lafayette St. Jefferson, Texas 75657

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Summer Events in Jefferson

available in the 80s or earlier. Need more info? call 901-468-3551 Tickets: www. historicjefferson.com

Following is a list of events which are scheduled for July, August and September 2022.

July

4 Jefferson Salutes America Annual 4th of July Celebration in the park and Firework Extravaganza. At Otstott Park starting at 6pm Children’s parade line up at 5:45, cake auction at 6:30. Cake can be dropped off at 117 Lafayette st. Between 10 am - 3 pm.

Please come out and bid on some yummy deserts and help a wonderful cause.

The children’s program of the Jefferson Carnegie Library. Homemade ice cream judging at 6:15. Eateries dropped off at 5:30 pm. Fireworks Extravaganza on the river front at 9:30 pm. Come join a fun, family evening.

1-4 Art on the Bayou Gallery Jefferson, Texas presents Artisan/Makers Market. July 4th/Independence Day Weekend Celebration. Artisan makers will be set up in our gallery with there hand crafted items for sale. Specialty artisan and food items welcome! July 1-4 10a4p daily. 205 N Walnut Street https:// www.facebook.com/artonthebayougallery/

1-2 Historic Jefferson Hotel 80s Party Here’s your chance to investigate the “haunted” Jefferson Hotel in Jefferson TX. Book a room and be at the center of all the happenings! Friday: 80s Party - 80s dress welcome all weekend Saturday: Primitive investigation with the Wraith Chasers, using only tecnology

16 Christmas in July HoHoHo Workshop. Art on the Bayou. Grab some friends and let’s celebrate Christmas in

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Classy Glitz Boutique

102 S Polk • 903-665-8692 • Unique Gifts Crosses, Hats, Frames, Ornaments & Nutcrackers for Military, Fire, Police, EMS, Doctor, Nurse & More! Collegiate Gift Items, Tea Sets & Dolls! Handmade Baby & Lap Quilts, Historical Jefferson Afghans, Western Items, Seasonal Flags, Texas Spices, Unique Salt & Pepper Shakers, Knives, Tin Signs, Texas Décor, Biker Gifts, Tyler Candles, Wedding & Annivesary Gifts!

• Classy Clothing & Accessories Sizes (S/3XL), New Jewelry & Purses!

• Collectibles Jim Shore, Possible Dreams, Nutcrackers, Snowbabies, Pie Birds, Joseph’s Studio

by Roman, Painted Ponies, Fontanini, The Willow Tree Figurines, Disney, Grinch & more!

• Christmas All Year Dept. 56 Lighted Houses & Village Accessories, Special Assortment of Santas, Angels & Nativity Sets!

• Ornaments - For All Seasons & Reasons Old World Christmas Ornaments, Baby, Wedding, Animals, Military, Birds, Jefferson Ornaments & Many More!

We Can Personalize Most Ornaments! yesteryeargiftshoptx www.yesteryeargiftshop.com yesteryr@swbell.net

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the heat of the summer! We will create this large and sturdy 3D door hanger while sharing some Christmas cheer!

Space is limited, so sign up now! $50 each. Must register and prepay to reserve your spot. 903-665-8966

August

5-6 Jefferson’s 10th Annual Civl War Symposium 8am-5pm All you History buffs! A whole day of presentations, exhibits, vendors and more; with focus on Jefferson and the surrounding areas and the part they played in this unique time in our country’s history. Friday evening Speakers Reception (6pm-7:30pm): $25.00 includes refreshments & light hors d’oeuvres at the Excelsior House Ballroom. Saturday Seminar & Lunch: (8:00AM -5:00PM)Adults $75.00, Students: $35.00 ( includes catered lunch) Registration at the door: $80.00 (lunch not guaranteed) Registrants will also receive free admission to the Jefferson Historical Museum. Location: Saturday - Jefferson Visitor Center, 305 E Austin St. Registration Information: contact Museum at 903-665-2775 www.jeffersonmuseum.com. All proceeds from this seminar will go to the Jefferson Historical Society

12-13 Diamond Don Fest-Music Concert It’s a retro-weekend as Jefferson’s Diamond Don continues his weekend of music themed activities at the Diamond Don RV Park along the Big Cypress Bayou. Activities include Tailgate Decorating Party, Music from Landry and Company, Food and of course Fireworks. Concert only, $10; Concert with Supper, $20; RV sites Available, $45 night. 2 night RV stay includes entry to concert & supper https://diamonddonempire.com/music-concerts

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7-11 20th Annual Diamond Don AHRMA National Vintage Motocross. Ac-

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tivities include a Charity Golf Outing, Adventure Ride (Dual Sport, AHRMA Vintage Tirals, Cross Country, VMS, PMX, Modern Support Trials, 100cc/ XR200cc Battle. Event Legend Kevin Windham will also be present. Race Hot Line 903-742-2041 for 903-445-9796. www.DiamondDonEmpire.com info@ diamonddon.com

16-19 Art on the Bayou Gallery Jefferson, Texas presents Artisan/Makers Market. Artisan makers will be set up in our gallery with there hand crafted items for sale. Specialty artisan and food items welcome! July 1-4 10a-4p daily. 205 N Walnut Street https://www.facebook. com/artonthebayougallery/ 16-17 4rd Annual Jefferson Antique Tractor Show, Displays-Slow Race-Tractor Parade-Working Exhibits-Swap Meet. Free Admision to Exibitors and the Public. Contact event organizers, Francene and Don Rainey 903-445-9796, info@diamonddon.com Facebook Page for more details https:// www.facebook.com/JeffersonAntiqueTractorShow 29-Oct 2 City Wide Rummage Sale.

30 Shady Ladys Witches Dance for Charity. Come join us for a unique, fun performance by the “Shady Ladies” doing their Witches Dance! Every Friday & Saturday night in October 6:30PM & 7pm at Made In The Shade Courtyard, 118 E Henderson St, 903-665-8966

30-October 2 37th Land O’ Pines Norton Owners Association Rallye and Bike Show The rallye draws more than 300 people displaying over 100 of the finest vintage motorcycles anywhere in the country. Join us at Diamond Don’s RV Park & Event Center which is just one mile outside of Jefferson, Texas. Participate in Field Events, display your bike in show and ride in the Rolling Concours.

Come enjoy a weekend full of great entertainment and fun. Open to the public – gate fees apply. http://www.ntnoa.org

The Steamboat Inn Bed & Breakfast

114 N Marshall Street Jefferson, Texas 75657 903-472-9838 • Stay@steamboatinntx.com

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Jefferson Salutes America

Jefferson is gearing up for their annual 4th of July celebration.

“Jefferson Salutes America” will kick off at 6 p.m. on Monday, July 4.

Always starting downtown at Otstott Park, the line-up for the children’s parade will begin at 5:45 p.m.

The event will get underway at 6 p.m. with a welcome, invocation and the Pledge of Allegiance.

The parade will follow immediately thereafter.

The Home Ice Cream Championship will be judged at 6:15 p.m. and the annual Cake and Pie Auction will commence at 6:30 p.m.

Proceeds from the auction benefit the Friends of Jefferson Carnegie Library.

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Area youth groups also setup booths around the park to fundraise for their fall activities.

A band concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. featuring the Shreveport Metropolitan Concert Band.

Trophies will be presented to the Ice Cream winners during intermission at 8 p.m.

The Quacker State 500 Duck Race will roll out at 9 p.m. prior to the annual Fireworks Fantazamagoria at 9:15 p.m.

Otstott Park is located at 210 West Lafayette Street in Jefferson.

Jefferson Salutes America is a family friendly event that harkens to another time and celebrates the incredible community that calls Jefferson home.

Open 7 Days a Week

Mon-Thurs 10-5 Fri-Sat 10-6 Sun 11-4

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Growing Up Jefferson Hooky for Beginners

By John T. Taylor “If a Tree Falls in the Forest, and No One is There to Hear It...”

It had been a long year. Boredom had set in. Kindergarten, with all its promise way back in September, had just become a routine of story time, recess, arts and crafts, and refreshments. It was only half-day, but four consecutive hours of anything can make a five year old look for a better way.

I would say my thoughts had taken a flight of fancy, but I’m not sure my fancy had come in yet. Anyway, it was spring, the cold days were over, and our dress rehearsal for next year’s Big School was nearly at an end. There were still plans to be made, however, in an attempt to break this monotony called education.

Our teacher, Mrs. Eloise Gamble, conducted kindergarten in a two story build-

ing behind her house. It probably had been a garage apartment at one time, but that floor plan made for an easy conversion to a classroom. It had a kitchen, bathroom, and a large living area which accommodated the twelve or so small bodies that composed our class. Mrs. Gamble’s home was the red brick house located on East Jefferson Street, just east of its intersection with South Alley. The two storied building where we began our collective journey to “better living through education” still stands today where it did in 1953.I’m not sure if that is a tribute to mid-twentieth century craftsmanship or, perhaps, a shrine to the keen minds that developed behind those hallowed walls. The large vacant lot that occupies that corner was our playground. We simply called it The Yard. It

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Antique Tractor Show Takes Over Jefferson’s streets will be closed to traffic to accommodate antique tractors, trucks and stationary engines Friday and Saturday, Sept. 16-17, 2022. More than 100 tractors will be on show in downtown Jefferson.

The event will also include Slow Tractor Race, Tractor Parade, Stationary and Working Exhibits and a Swap Meet. This is a great event for the entire family.

The event is free of charge for exhibitors, swap meet vendors and the public.

Early registration for participants will be on Friday, Sept. 16, 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. on the corner lot next to the General Store.

Saturday registration for participants will be from 7 – 10 a.m. The Show opens to the public at 10 a.m. on Saturday morning and will close at 2 p.m..

The Tractor Slow Race will be at 11 a.m., and the Tractor Parade will be at 1 p.m..

Bring your RV or tent camp at Diamond Don RV Park just a short one mile from Jefferson, on the Big Cypress Bayou, keeping you close to the action.

Beautiful wooded sites with lots of wildlife.

Many of the RV sites have views of the Big Cypress Bayou. Free WIFI, showers, rest rooms and dump station. Launch your kayak or canoe right from the park. Enjoy fishing off the banks of the river.

Jefferson is nestled deep in the Piney Woods of East Texas and seems frozen in time. It is a charming town and an elegant reminder of a bygone era.

There are more than a hundred buildings in the city with historical markers. Many historic homes offer bed and breakfast accommodations.

Dozens of other historic buildings house

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Friday and Saturday 4 course gourmet dinner with beverages included $59.95 ($49.95 for Guests) Reservations required, limited seating 401 N. Polk Street 903-665-9511 Jefferson, Texas 75657 info@carriagehousejefferson.com

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20th Annual AHRMA Vintage Motocross It is time to celebrate Diamond Don’s 20th Annual AHRMA National Vintage Motocross Sept. 7-11, 2022 at Diamond Don RV Park & Event Center located one mile from Jefferson, Texas. The weekend will be full of motocross legends racing on old bikes, including several inductees to the Motorcycle Hall of Fame. More than 1000 people attend this annual event from all over the world. This event is the largest vintage motocross race in the country and longest running AHRMA national.

Here is your chance to visit with and race against some of your idols: Barry Higgins, Steve Wise, Brad Lackey, Trampas Parker (local Louisiana boy), Trey Jorski, and Guy Cooper.

Kevin Windham is the 2022 event

legend and will be riding an XR200cc “Windham Rocket” during the Bubba Dennis, BA Motorsports sponsored, XR200 Texas Thumper Throwdown, racing during intermission on Saturday and Sunday. The 1981 XR200cc was donated by Jere & Tracey Kellough; Bubba Dennis will rebuild the motor and Kenny Vaughn will do the suspension, frame and wheels. Better get your bikes ready for this race. You won’t want to miss it!

Windham has been riding motorcycles since he was three. “K Dub”, as an amateur, won both the 125cc A Modified and the 250cc Open A Modified at Loretta Lynn’s, setting a new lap record with a personal winning streak at Loretta Lynn’s of 18 consecutive motos. Wind-

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August 12-13, 2022 Diamond Fest-Music Concert Friday evening Judging starts at 7:30 Tailgate Parties in RV Park First Place, $100 Judged on Ambiance, Menu, Taste

Saturday evening 6:0O-10:00 Landry & Company Family Band Meet & Greet Supper, BYOB, 7:00 PM Fireworks, 9:30 PM

Concert only, $10; Concert with supper, $20; RV Sites Available, $45 night, 2 night RV stay includes entry to concert & supper

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Our association consists of over 150 businesses, organizations, and individuals that work toward the interests of our business community.

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The Shady Ladies Witches We are a group of fun-loving friends who dress up as witches and dance to benefit Shreveport Shriner’s Children’s Hospital.

We perform every Friday & Saturday evening in October & Mardi Gras Saturday at 6:30 and 7 p.m. in the Courtyard at Made In the Shade Join us for some Spooky Fun!

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The Haywood House is a historic venue on a very unique property in Jefferson, Texas.

We have a restaurant, a cigar lounge and a music venue all on our property. We are officially open and excited to meet you!

We’re Your Premier Spot for Fine Dining, Events and Special Occassions.

HOURS Monday-Tuesday: 5 pm - 10 pm Wednesday: Closed Thursday:10:30 am - 10 pm Friday:10:30 am - 12 am Saturday: 9 am - 12 am Sunday: 9 am - 10 pm

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Our conspiratorial discussions went undetected. During our refreshments break, we plotted every detail for our escape, for this was not to be some haphazard attempt.

For several days, over Kool Aid and Vanilla Wafers, we got our timing perfected. This, in itself, was remarkable since neither of us could tell time that well and didn’t have access to a watch. Our meticulous planning led us next to walking off The Yard, just to make sure our escape route was not obstructed. We deduced our best chance was to the south, primarily because Bill’s aforementioned house was to the north. Little fools we were not, and, later, Steve McQueen in The Great Escape would have nothing on us. We were careful, also, not to leave a paper trail. While you may say that’s because we couldn’t write, I say that was exercising extreme caution. One final limiting factor was the fact we were not allowed to cross the street. That was solved by our discovery of a “hidey hole”, which actually was a step-down for the sidewalk on the corner of The Yard. That step-down consisted of a concrete step to a street level concrete platform. That four square foot surface would accommodate us nicely, being about two feet below ground level and hiding us from anyone looking in that direction.

The big day came. It was recess. We

would figure prominently in the scheme we were about to develop.

Public school kindergarten had still not caught on in Texas, at least not in 1953 Jefferson. Therefore, in order to cultivate our young minds, our parents had to rely on the availability of private school. That was not quite as exotic a concept as it is today.

It certainly could not have been expensive, as none of us came from wealthy families.

We didn’t wear uniforms. It was co-educational and non-denominational, and vouchers were fifty or so years away from conception. We were part of the post-World War II baby boom, and our parents wanted a better way for their children. School was nothing new for me as my mother was a second grade teacher and learning was sacrosanct in our house. I will have another story about that to share with you later in the book. This was probably more about socialization and learning the lessons that come with that interaction. This particular interaction led me to my fellow classmate and lifelong friend, Bill Ford. Bill lived on the same block as the kindergarten, at the SE corner of South Alley and East Delta.

That house looks pretty much the same today as it did then. Bill, in addition to being my classmate and friend, also became my co-conspirator in The Great Escape, or Hooky for Beginners.

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we trudged back to class, ready to face the music from our teacher and receive adoration from our envious classmates. We walked in the room, and got ...nothing. Not even a glance our way from anybody. To say we were a couple of disappointed rebels is an understatement.

Looking back, I’m pretty sure Mrs. Gamble knew where we were the whole time and was watching us from her second story perch. She was certainly not one to allow pupils in her charge to wander off.

As I found out several years later, when she was my high school librarian and study hall monitor, people much more devious and experienced than Bill and I were never able to put much past her. And I’m sure she didn’t mention this to my parents. My mother, especially, was not one to miss an opportunity to teach me a life lesson or to

strolled nonchalantly towards the corner, our heartbeats increasing with anticipation that all our planning was about to pay off.

We got away cleanly, and we watched the other children heading back inside. Soon, someone would come looking for us, shouting our names in vain as we crouched in our corner, enjoying our success, and ignoring their pleas. But, no one came. Not only did we not hear sirens, see fire trucks or policemen mounted on horseback, we didn’t even see Mrs. Gamble come back to look for us. But, at first, it didn’t matter.

There we were—crouched dangerously close to the street and loving every minute of our new “devil may care, throw caution to the wind” attitude. Probably ten minutes into our adventure, we realized this was where our planning had ended. And we might be missing story time. Reluctantly,

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201 W Austin St, Jefferson TX 75657 903-601-4446 • TasteofCaddo@gmail.com

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a Dual Sport Adventure Ride through the back roads of Marion and Harrison Counties. All street legal modern dual sport bikes are welcome. Proceeds from this event will benefit Jefferson Adopt-ACop. Cross country and trials are on Friday (with the Diamond-Huffman Modern Trials Support Class, sponsored by Jay Huffman, Huffman Restorations). Saturday features vintage racing with post-vintage on Sunday; and the 100cc/200cc Revenge Races during intermission sponsored by BA Motorsports and Northwest Maico CZ. The revenge races are the coolest to watch. Come see international champ, Trampas Parker, race against his son Ricky, and brother Heith. They usually end up placing 1st, 2nd and 3rd for a Parker family trifecta. But with Windham in the race, anything can happen. Trampas made history as the first America to win two World Motocross Championships, one in 1989 and one in 1991.

The wide, flat grassy pit area offers great viewing of the racetrack that runs through the pasture and into the piney woods. Diamond Don has created a natural terrain grass track reminiscent of the early 70’s.

Vendors and concessions available at the track.

Visit DiamondDonEmpire.com for more information or call 903-742-2041

ham turned pro in 1994 and was awarded the AMA Rookie of the Year. 1996 was a breakthrough year when he won his first 125cc West Coat Championship.

In 1999, he finished the outdoor season ranked second. He was 7th on the alltime 250SW Showdown wins list; and was 5-time 250MX Runner-Up; 3-time SX Runner-Up; and had two 250MX 3rd place wins. He will be a sight to see!

Diamond Don Rainey, event promoter, started racing in 1968. By 1973, Rainey was competing in AMA national events and raced in the first night race at the Houston Astrodome. He retired in his 30’s, but re-started the second round of his racing career in 1996. He pulled his old motorcycles out of the garage and restored them. He races his motorcycles at vintage events around the country. Today, he still builds his own bikes and races in the AHRMA 70+ class on his 1974 Honda Elsinore or a Brad Lackey look-alike 400cc CZ. Diamond Don and crew will be making this a special 20th anniversary event. On Wednesday afternoon, there will be a golf outing to an area golf course. It will be a four-some scramble and all are welcome.

Proceeds will benefit Jefferson Railway and Wetlands Foundation to support youth activities in Jefferson.

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museums, craft and antique shops and restaurants.

Jefferson also offers boat rides, canoe & kayak rental, carriage rides, gemstone mining & panning, and other attractions.

Dine, Shop, Stay and Play. There is a lot to do in Jefferson!

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Visit DiamondDonEmpire.com for more information. The Diamond Don Empire family of companies, owned by Diamond Don Rainey and Francene DePrez Rainey, includes Diamond Don Racing, Diamond Don RV Park, Diamond Don Event Center and Historic Jefferson Railway.

Places to Shop

Planning an event in Jefferson? Want to have a group meeting or corproate retreat? Jefferson has a variety of locations and sizes for your needs. Courtesy of City of Jefferson–for more information www.visitjeffersontexas.com or 903-665-3733.

Old Vault, - Antiques & Collectables, 215 N Polk, 903-601-4428 Port Jefferson Outpost (Fudge, Gifts), 220 N Polk St, 903-665-8881 River Rose (Boutique/ Home Décor), 200 W Austin St, 903-407-0445 River City Bazaar & Flea Market, 607 B N. Polk St, 903-918-5612 Ron Atwood Gallery (Art), 226 N Polk St, 318-548-9379 Sheality (Boutique), 118 N Polk St, 903-471-9674 Texas Tees, 605 E Broadway, 903665-7256 Texas Treasures Antiques & Gift Shop, 214 N Polk St, 903-665-3757 Three Rivers Antiques, 116 N Walnut St, 903-665-8721 Willow Tree, (Premire Boutique), 211 N Polk St, 903-601-4515 Walnut Street Market Antiques, 121 N Walnut St, 903-665-8864 Yesteryear Gift Shop & Classy Glitz Boutique, 102 S Polk St, 903-6658692 Ya Ya’s (Resale Children’s Clothes, Toys & more), 607 N Polk St, 903665-0076

Brayden & Company Antiques, 129 N Walnut St, 903-665-2762 Bohn’s Gift Shoppe / Blackburn Factory Outlet, 108 E Lafayette St, 214-232-6031 City Drug Co., 109 W Lafayette St , 903-665-2521 EmBears Vintage Charm, 218 N Polk St, 903-918-5790 Essential Repose, The (Essential Oils), 114 N Walnut St., 903-6656457, Estates Sales Antique Store, 207 N Polk St The Front Porch (Unique Home & Personal Items), 305 Polk St, 361788-3369 GG’s Antiques & Collectables, 216 N Polk St, 903-601-5019, Gold Leaf Antique Mall, 122 N Polk St, 903665-2882 Jefferson Antique Mall, 224 N Walnut St, 903-665-8852 Jefferson General Store, 113 E Austin St, 903-665-8481 Lazy Draft, 115 N Polk St., 903-2158140 LaFleur Couture (Holistic Wellness & Beauty Products), 111 W Austin St (next to Auntie Skinners), 903-9305060 Made In The Shade Boutique, 118 E Henderson St, 903-665-8966 Nutty’s -Fresh Milled Peanut Butter, 123 Polk St, 903-664-7021 Old Mill Antiques, 210 E Austin, 903665-8601 Old Store, The / Fudge Factory, 123 N Walnut, 903-665-3562

FLORISTS

Jefferson Flower Market 903-6015030, 112 W Lafayette St

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Acts of Healing, 903-241-2743

Pioneer Days Set to Return

Plans are underway for the 2nd Annual Pioneer Days on Labor Day weekend in Jefferson.

According to Opera House Theatre Players board members, the idea was generated when they realized that bringing the long-beloved, internationally acclaimed group, the Sons of the Pioneers, to Jefferson would likely benefit the community as a whole if it was fashioned as a day-long event prior to the concert.

Plans are being formulated to include a Pioneer Days Parade on Saturday, Sept. 3, focusing on the earliest days of Jefferson with old-fashioned wagons, and carriages as well as equestrians in costumes of the pioneer days when the tow was first founded along the Big Cypress River. A repeat performance by the Sons of the Pioneers is still in the works as of press time.

Later on that day, a cowboy dance, a re-creation of an old shoot-out, and various enter-tainments such as a cowboy singer/story-teller, a trick roper, square/ folk dancers, and a farm animals petting enclave among other things is being planned.

Those who wish to hop on the “pioneer wagon” can do so by donating to the Opera House Theatre Players, a 501(c)3 organization through their website at www.

JeffersonOperaHouseTheatrePlayers.com through credit cards or Paypal. You can also mail a check to OHTP-PD, PO Box 759, Jefferson, Texas 75657. All donations are fully tas deductible.

Anyone interested in helping or needing more information should contact theatre president Marcia Thomas at 903-6658243 and leave a message if no answer.

Upcoming performances “Alexander’s Ragtime Band & Saloon Revue” Comedy and Musical Show

July 2, 2022, 7:30 p.m.

July 3, 2022, 5:30 p.m.

Union Missionary Baptist Church

Pioneer Days

34th Season!

September 3-4-5, 2022, Featuring a Pioneer Parade; “Historical Gunfight”; Street Dance with Country Band; Riverside BBQ & Entertainment; and Featuring The SONS OF THE PIONEERS! Tickets on sale Now. Come Support Local, Community Theatre

Opera House Theatre Players

903-665-8243 | www.JeffersonOperaHouseTheatrePlayers.com Call or go online today for show dates, tickets and program details.

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Event Venues

Planning an event in Jefferson? Want to have a group meeting or corproate retreat? Jefferson has a variety of locations and sizes for your needs. Courtesy of City of Jefferson–for more information www.visitjeffersontexas.com or 903-665-3733.

1852 on Austin 124 E. Austin. (903) Enoch’s Wine & Coffee House 116 N 601-4457.

Polk. 903.918.8208

Auntie Skinner’s Riverboat Club and Restaurant 107 W. Austin.

Excelsior Hotel Ballroom & Courtyard, 211 W. Austin, 903 665 2513 Haywood House Restaurant and Cocktail Bar, 202 S Market. 903601-4070 Jefferson Carnegie Library Ballroom, 301 W. Lafayette, 903 665 8911 Jefferson Community Center, 501

903.665.7121.

Black Swan, 210 W. Austin, 903 665 7023

Bulldog Pizza 603 E. Broadway.

903.665.9499.

The Carriage House, 401 N. Polk, 903 665 9411

Haywood St, (903) 665-6500.

The Jeffersonian Institute, 120 E.

City of Jefferson Convention & Visitors Building, 305 E. Austin, 903 665

Austin, 903 665 2567 or 903 733 1035

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Kellyville Community Center 130

Collins Academy 500 East Broadway.

Kelly Park Rd. 903.665.2421

903.665.2900 Diamond Don Event Center, 1602 Tx 49, 866-398-2038

The KnightLight Tavern & Olde World Restaurant 202 N. Walnut, 903.665.8546.

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1602 Highway 49 East • Jefferson, Tx 75657 Toll-free 866-398-2038 www.DiamondDonEventCenter.com info@DiamondDon.com

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TOURS & ATTRACTIONS

Courtesy of City of Jefferson–for more detailed information www.visitjeffersontexas.com or 903-665-3733 HOUSE OF THE SEASONS HISTORIC HOME TOUR – 409 S. Alley Daily @ 11:00 am ($15.00 per person) *By Appointment* (903) 665-8000 www.houseoftheseasons.com

RIDES and TOURS by Sacred Spur Carriage Company 111 E Austin St. (903) 790-2693 or (903) 504-2715 Fri & Sat - 3pm-9pm; Sun – by appointment.

SINGLETON’S VIRGINIA CROSS HISTORIC HOME TOUR 401 Soda St. Saturdays @ 1:00 pm ($7.00 per person) Call for additional dates & times (903) 665-3938 www.virginiacross. com

EXCELSIOR HOUSE HOTEL & JAY GOULD RAILCAR TOUR 211 W. Austin Jay Gould Railcar Tours: Fri & Sat @ 1:00pm to 3pm Jay Gould Railcar Tour - $5.00 (903) 665-2513 Call to confirm tour times www.theexcelsiorhouse.com

HISTORIC TOURS OF JEFFERSON 217 W Lafayette St. (903) 665-0359 1 Hour Historic/Scenic Trolley Tours: Sat.- 11am, 1:00pm & 4:00pm; Sun. – Fri.: 1:30PM. (Additional tours – call for appointment) BAYOU BOAT TOURS - We’re OPEN! New owners! Thursday – Monday 9AM-Noon, 2PM-6PM 200 Bayou St., Jefferson, TX 903-665-2222, Facebook: Turning Basin Riverboat Tours

JEFFERSON HISTORICAL MUSEUM 223 W. Austin Daily 9:30 am 4:30 pm R.D. MOSES T&P MODEL RAILROAD 223 W Austin St. (located behind the Jefferson Historical Museum) Monday-Thursday at 11am & at 2pm; 6-12 yrs - $3.00; 13-17 yrs - $4.00; 1861yrs - $7.00; 62 +yrs -$5.00 Friday-Saturday 9:30 am - 4:30 pm Sunday 12:30 pm - 4:30 pm (903) 665-2775 www.jeffersonmuseum. com

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MUSEUM OF MEASUREMENT AND TIME 301 N Polk St. (903) 6656668 - Sun. 1:00PM - 5:00PM, ThursSat. 10:00AM - 5:00PM, Mon-Wed:

by Appt MASON DIXON LINE MILITARY & CIVIL WAR MUSEUM Currently Relocatig. Call for more Information.

(903) 665-1859 Open Fri-Sun or by Appt.

GONE WITH THE WIND MUSEUM 408 Taylor St. (903) 665-1939 Call for Appointment HISTORIC JEFFERSON RAILWAY * Office/Depot Open: Sat. 11am Historical day tours on Saturday 12:30pm, 2:30pm; Location: 400 E Austin St., (866)398-2038 or (903)742-2041 www.JeffersonRailway.com info@JeffersonRailway.com HISTORIC GHOST WALK (903) 6013375 Fri & Sat Night; Meets at the Corner of Austin & Vale St.; Gather at 7:30PM, Tour starts at 8:00PM THE GROVE 405 Moseley St,; Known as the most Haunted house in Texas!

Tours: Sat. 2PM & Sun. 11AM; Reservations Required. Call to confirm tour times. 903-665-8018; Admission: $8 www.thegrove-jefferson.com LONESOME DOVE DRIVE THRU SAFARI Drive thru outdoor adventure. Feed and observe over 80 exotic animals. Also a “Petting Zoo” and children’s train! Open Wednesday – Sunday, 10:30AM to 4:30 Adults: $16, Children (3-11 yrs) $10, Children under 3: Free; Discounts for 1st respond-

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ers, military, and educators (903) 665-0053 www.lonesomedovedrivethrusafari.co BUSY B RANCH WILDLIFE PARK 1100 West Prospect Rd, 6 miles North of Jefferson. Drive-thru safari adventure. www.busybranchwildlifepark.com 903-665-4093 LAKESIDE PARK DISC GOLF Lake O’the Pines – just West of the Spillway; Open 7 Days a Week; Play FREE w/Park Admission; 18-Hole Course

TOURS OF CADDO LAKE BIG CYPRESS TOURS OF CADDO LAKE Daily Tours of Caddo Lake - (24 ft pontoon boat) 449 Cypress Dr., Uncertain, TX Call for appointment and pricing - (903) 5703319 www.bigcypresstours.com CADDO LAKE BAYOU TOURS Tours of Scenic & Historic Caddo Lake. Pontoon boat tours available 7 days a week, including sunrise & sunset. Guided fishing trips.

Call to set a time: 903-570-2169 www. caddolakebayoutours.com OLE’ JIGGER’S CADDO LAKE ADVENTURES Private Lake Tours – Pontoon (1-15 people) or Swamp Boat (4 people). 7 Days a week – including sunset tours 198 W. Sesame St., Karnack, TX Call to book your next adventure (903)930-6778 www.olejigger.com CADDO LAKE GUIDE SERVICE (903) 455-3437 www.caddolakefishing.com CAPTAIN RON’S SWAMP TOURS - CADDO LAKE Pontoon boat tours of Caddo Lake Adults:

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$25, Seniors: $20, Children: $15 Departs from Big Pine Lodge; 756 Pine Island Rd, Karnack, TX Call for appointment - (903) 679-3020 https://captronswamptours.com/ MOSSY BRAKE CAMP Private tours on Caddo Lake for individuals or groups up to 5 people 612-735-7625 mossybrakecamp.com

chapter. Finally, was it hooky? Did that falling tree make a sound? You bet it did.

For ten glorious, freedom filled minutes, we were non-conformists who planned, executed, lived the dream, and survived to tell about it.

RIVERBEND OUTFITTERS Kayak & Canoe Rentals with delivery and/ or pick-up. Big Cypress Bayou, Caddo Lake, & Lake O’ the Pines Kristi & Jerry Thomas (903)926-0203 www. riverbendoutfitters.com MADE IN THE SHADE Kayak, Canoe and Golf Cart Rentals with delivery & pick-up, 118 E Henderson St., Jefferson TX (903) 665- 8966 ROY’S RAILS & RIDES Golf Cart Rentals – 2 seater, 4 seater, and Specialty carts available; 602 N Polk St, Jefferson TX (903) 742-9449 KENNEDY MANOR Bicycle Rentals:

RENTALS – KAYAK, CANOE, ½ day- $10, 1 day-$15, weekend-$25; GOLF CART, BICYCLE 217 W Lafayette St., Jefferson, Tx (903) 665-0359

Johnson’s Ranch Marina

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Places to Eat

way 903-665-8099 Huddle House 549 Walcott

1852 on Austin 124 E. Austin.

(903) 601-4457.

(Hwy 59) Open 24 Hours, Every Day! Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner 903.665.264

Auntie Skinner’s Riverboat Club and Restaurant 107 W.

Austin. 903.665.7121. Weekend Entertainment.

Austin Street Bistro 117 E. Austin. Gourmet lunch and dinner. A Bistro with a casual flair.

903.665.9700.

Big Cypress Nutrition 210 N Walnut St Meal Replacement Shakes & Energy Teas. 903-6015005 Big Pines Lodge 747 Pine Island Road, Karnack. 903.679.3655 Bulldog Pizza 603 E. Broadway.

903.665.9499.

The Carriage House BnB 401 N Polk St. Four Course Dinners

by Jessi. Reservations must be made in advance. 903.665.9511

Kahn Saloon Hotel / Coffee Shop Specialty Coffees, Cookies, Muffins, Snacks; 903.601.4434

McGarity’s Restaurant & Saloon 208 W Dallas St. Lunch &

Dinner Menus, Also Vegan & Veg. Menus; Specialty Drinks, Beer, Wine, Cocktails. Open Every Day! 903.601.4407 Weekend Entertainment.

Port Jefferson Outpost 220 N. Polk Breakfast, Sandwiches, Soup, & Desserts. 903.665.8881

Roma’s Italian Restaurant 903-601-4441, 101 S. Market St., Italian / Lunch / Dinner Stillwater Inn 203 E. Broad-

Don Juan’s Mexican Restaurant 400 S. Walcott.

way. Fine Dining. Reservations.

903.665.8415.

Taste of Caddo 201 W Austin St. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner – Daily Specials, Comfort Foods, & yes, Catfish! 903.601.4446

903.665.6407.

Enoch’s Wine & Coffee House 116 N Polk. Espresso, Cappuccino, Americano, Latte, & Tea & of course, a wide variety of great wines 903.918.8208

The KnightLight Tavern & Olde World Restaurant 202

Haywood House Restaurant and Cocktail Bar, 202 S Mar-

N. Walnut. Great food, wine, beer, cocktails & music. Lunch, Dinner.

903.665.8546

ket. 903-601-4070

Joseph’s Riverport Barbecue 201 N. Polk. 903.665.2341

Kitt’s Kornbread Sandwich & Pie Bar 125 N. Polk. Home of the original “Kornbread” Sandwich, Salads, Soups & Pies. 903.665.0505.

Lil Mama’s Kitchen, 403 Broad-

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Places to Stay BED & BREAKFASTS

3 Sister’s Cottages, 214-399-0398, 502 Houston St (Pets Accepted), http://www.3sisterscottages.com Azalea Inn, 903-601-3375, 203 E Dixon St, http://www.azaleainn.net/ Black Swan, 903-665-7023, 210 W Austin St, http://www.visittheblackswan.com/ Bessie’s Landing, 972-247-3557, 207 S Alley St (Pets Accepted), https:// www.airbnb.com/rooms/17824506 Carriage House, 903-665-9511, 401 N Polk St (Pets Accepted), http:// carriagehousejefferson.com/ Claiborne House, 903-665-8800, 312 S Alley St, http://claibornehousebnb.com/ Delta Street Inn, 903-665-2929, 206 E Delta St, https://www.deltastreetinn.com/ Green Gables of Jefferson, 903-4071956, 304 W Lafayette St, https:// greengablesofjefferson.com House of the Seasons, 903-6658000, 409 S Alley St, http://www. houseoftheseasons.com/ Kennedy Manor, 903-665-0772, 217 W Lafayette St, https://www.kennedymanor.com/ Old Mulberry Inn, 903-6651945, 209 E Jefferson St, http://www.oldmulberryinn.com/ Steamboat Inn, 951-225-5279, 114 N Marshall St (Pets Accepted), http://steamboatinntx.com/ Stillwater Inn, 903-665-8415, 203 E Broadway St, http://stillwaterinn. com/ Welsh Lady, 903-665-8678, 307

North Vale, http://welshladybandb. com/ White Oak Manor, 903-665-8185, 502 E Benners St, https://www.bedandbreakfastjeffersontx.com/

HOTELS

Excelsior Hotel, 903-665-2513, 211 W Austin St, http://theexcelsiorhouse.com Executive Inn, 903-665-3700, 200 S Walcott St, http://executiveinnjefferson.com/ Historic Jefferson Hotel, 901-4683551, 124 W Austin St, http://historicjefferson.com Historic Kahn Hotel, 903-660-5984, 123 W Austin St, https://www.kahnsaloon.com/ OYO Hotel Jefferson, 903-665-3983, 400 S Walcott St,

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No Breakfast Austin Street Cottages, 903-8060518, 406 W Austin St, http://www. austinstreetcottages.com/ Bayou Riverfront Cottages, 825 Common St, https://www.airbnb. com/rooms/553258616166062922 Captain’s Castle, 903-806-0518, 403 E Walker St, https://captainscastle. com Chez Lafayette Guest Cottage, 469-672-7218, 305 W Lafayette St, https://www.airbnb.com/ rooms/51554864 Evergreen Carriage House, , 405 E Delta, https://www.airbnb.com/ rooms/47078571

Places to Stay continued French Cottages, 808-391-0962, 408 Houston St, www.frenchcottagesjefferson.com Ga La Chateau, , 212 Austin St, https:// www.airbnb.com/rooms/48105947 Glam Room, 903-930-5060, 318 N Polk St, https://www.airbnb.com/ rooms/52060426 La Belle Maison, 903-240-0459, 407 E Jefferson St, Mama Dean’s Place, 703-909-5508, 404 E Dixon St, https://www.airbnb. com/rooms/30553956 Main Haus, 903-503-3352, 211 S Main St, https://www.airbnb.com/ rooms/51559023 McGarity’s Upstairs Inn, 903-6650121, 208 W Dallas St, https://www. airbnb.com/rooms/32900530 McKinley Cottage, https:www.airbnb/rooms/54402881 Nutty’s Camp Jefferson, 903-7520883, 123 N Polk St, https://www. airbnb.com/rooms/50612044 Retro Bungalow, 202 E Baker St, Https://www.airbnb.com/ rooms/54289094 Sandstone Luxurius Cottage, 317508-5523, 406 E Jefferson St, https://www.vbro.com/2099169 Sandstone Fantastic Cottage, 317-508-5523, 406 E Jefferson St, https://www.vbro.com/2015139 Sara Jane Cottages, 903-241-0683,

306 W Austin St, https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/12874039 The French Townhouse, , 502 E Walker St, https://www.airbnb.com/ rooms/22748241 The Guesthouse, 214-324-3063, 509 W Austin St, https://www.airbnb. com/rooms/19294423 The Magnolias, 903-407-7959, 209 E Broadway St, https://www.vrbo. com/1404252 503 Lake St, , 503 Lake St, https:// www.airbnb.com/rooms/46392550 Sweetest Blessings, 1308 Martin Luther Dr, https://www.airbnb.com/ rooms/50459543 Villas on Vale, 903-452-1910, 105 S Vale St, https://www.airbnb.com/ rooms/49140615 Writer’s Loft, 112 N Vale St Apt C, https://airbnb.com/ rooms/45277708

RV Parking

Diamond Don’s RV Park, 903-7422041 or 866-398-2038, 1602 State Hwy 49 East, https://diamonddonempire.com Jefferson RV Park, 903- 431-0043, 610 E. Broadway St, http://www.jeffersoniceexpress-rvpark.com/ City of Jefferson RV Park, 903-6653922, Located behind courthouse

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