Kerrville Area Visitors' Guide Spring/Summer 2019

Kerrville Area

Visitors’ Guide

Spring/Summer 2019 Season/Season Year

Explore the Hill Country Kerr County Attractions Spring and Summer Events

Weekend March 23-24, 2019 • A supplement of

The Kerrville

Daily Times

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The Kerrville

Daily Times Kerrville Area Visitors’ Guide Spring/Summer 2019 is a product of The Kerrville Daily Times

Publisher Carlina Villalpando Managing Editor Travis Webb Assistant Managing Editor Jeanette Nash Special Sections Editor Parastoo Nikravesh Composing Manager Dean Heep Photo Editor Tom Holden Writers Jenna Carpenter Nancy Foster

Welcome to Kerr County!

Welcome to Kerrville, the “Capital of the Texas Hill Country!”

You’re visiting a special part of Texas, an area that many visitors would love to call home. While you are here we encourage you to retreat, relax and recreate as you enjoy the scenic beauty of the Hill Country, the tranquility of the Guadalupe River, cultural amenities, birding, abundant wildlife habitats, historical significance, excellent climate, phenomenal parks, recreational and RV facilities, along with many Texas-friendly citizens who make Kerrville an exceptional destination for a family vacation, a weekend getaway, a meeting or convention destination.

Kerrville also is home to excellent museums, art galleries and entertainment venues. Numerous festivals and events are hosted here on a year-round basis. Unique dining and shopping opportunities also are plentiful.

Golfers can enjoy three challenging golf courses, while tennis players can play on one of several newly upgraded tennis courts.

Our newest venue is the Kerrville Sports Complex, a 105-acre state-of-the-art sports complex, which opened in January of 2018 and managed by D-BAT.

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In the event you have questions or need additional information, visit our website at kerrvilletexascvb.com or call us at 830-2217958. Better yet, stop by the visitor center, 2108 Sidney Baker St., and meet our friendly volunteers and helpful, knowledgeable staff.

We’ll be happy to assist you. Kerrville is an exceptional destination for a few days or a lifetime!

Charlie McIlvain CTP, IOM, TDM president/CEO

Kerrville Convention and Visitors Bureau

Table of Contents

Jonathan Toye Brenda Thompson

You can quickly see that there are plenty of reasons to extend your stay. So, why not stay a few more days and take advantage of hub and spoke itineraries that explore the beauty of the Hill Country? Easy one-day journeys include visits to interesting communities, such as Ingram, Hunt, Mountain Home, Junction, Comfort, Luckenbach, Bandera and Fredericksburg. In fact, there’s so much to see and do in the Texas Hill Country, you won’t be able to see everything in just one visit. For that reason, we encourage you to return to Kerrville and the Texas Hill Country, which is a great destination any time of the year.

The Guadalupe River runs through Kerrville, providing opportunities for

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kayaking, paddle boarding, canoeing and other aquatic activities. If you’re into running or bicycling, then you’re in luck as the 5-mile Kerrville River Trail is the perfect venue for walking, jogging and bicycling.

4 Emergency Contacts

20 Parks and river trails

36 Texas Arts and Crafts Fair

6 About Kerrville

24 Pools and swimming holes

38 4th on the River

26 Golf

40 Folk Fest

16 RV Parks

28 Arts and Entertainment

44 Events Calendar

18 Outdoors

34 Events

8 Attractions 12 Wildflowers

Kerrville Civic Clubs Kerrville Civic Clubs that visitors may want to visit for meeting makeups include: Kiwanis Club of Kerrville When: Thursdays at noon Where: Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 201 Holdsworth Drive Lions Club — Heart of the Hills When: second and fourth Monday of the month at 6 p.m.

Where: IHOP, 1429 Sidney Baker St. Lions Club — Kerrville Host When: Tuesdays at noon Where: Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 201 Holdsworth Drive Lions Club — Kerrville

Sunrise When: Wednesdays at 6:45 a.m.

Where: Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 201 Holdsworth Drive Rotary Club of Kerrville When: Wednesdays at 11:45 a.m.

Where: Inn of the Hills Hotel, 1001 Junction Highway Rotary — Kerrville Morning When: Thursdays at 7 a.m.

Where: Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 201 Holdsworth Drive Rotary — Kerrville Satellite When: Third Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.

Where: second floor of Wells Fargo Bank, 301 Junction Highway

Emergency Contact Information Peterson Urgent Care Address: 1740 Junction Highway Hours: 7 a.m.- 7 p.m. MondayFriday and 8 a.m.-4 p.m. SaturdaySunday Contact: 830-258-7669 or petersonurgentcare.com Kerrville Fire/EMS Contact: 830-257-8181 Peterson Regional Medical Center Address: 551 Hill Country Drive

Contact: 830-896-4200 or petersonhealth.com Kerrville Fire Department Address: 87 Coronado Drive Contact: 830-257-8449 Kerrville Police Department Address: 429 Sidney Baker St. Contact: 830-257-8181 Kerr County Sheriff’s Office Address: 400 Clearwater Paseo Contact: 830-896-1133 or 830-896-1218

Transportation Commercial airports are 62 miles away in San Antonio and 100 miles away in Austin.

Kerrville-Kerr county Airport Address: Louis Schreiner Field Description: Co-owned by the city of Kerrville and Kerr County with a full-service FBO provided by Kerrville Aviation (830-257-8840). Offers passenger and crew lounge, flight planning room, airframe and engine maintenance, ground power unit, pilot training and ground schools, aircraft rentals, as well as new and used parts.

Contact: 830-896-9399 Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) — Alamo Regional Transit Hours: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. MondaysFridays Rates: $2 in-town, $6 same county, $8 one county over and $12 two counties over Description: Provides local transportation services for medical purposes, youth, seniors, adult day care, shopping, work and to the general public. Vehicles are

wheelchair accessible and have wheelchair lifts. Make reservations 24 hours in advance.

Contact: 866-889-7433 or aacog. com/art County Line Cabs Description: 24/7 shuttle from San Antonio Contact: 830-370-9510 or 210273-1423 Kerr Kab Hours: 8 a.m.-11 p.m. SundayThursday and 8-1 a.m. FridaySaturday Rates: $2.50 for pick up and $2.75 per mile Contact: 830-928-5222 Kerrville Bus Company, Greyhound and Coach America Description: General longdistance service plus tours and casino trips.

Contact: 800-256-2757 Hill Country Limousine Service Inc. Hours: 8 a.m.-6 p.m. MondaysFridays and 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday-Sunday.

Description: 24/7 all occasion service, call for reservations.

Contact: 830-896-1429

Index of Advertisers 814 Bistro. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Acapulco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Ameriprise Financial - Collum, Wofford . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Baublit’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Bella Vita Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Bending Branch Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Billy Gene’s Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Billy’s Western Wear. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Blue Moon Antiques. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Bonzai Steak & Sushi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Cabernet Grill/Cotton Gin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Cailloux Theater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Camp Verde General Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Capital Farm Credit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Century 21 The Hills. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Cowboy Steak House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Creek Boutique, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Dairy Queen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 East End Market. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Gibson’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Grape Juice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Greater Hope Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Heirlooms. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Hill Country Arts Foundation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Hill Country Arts Foundation - TX Arts & Crafts. . . . . . 29

Hill Country Bicycle Works. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Hill Country Distillers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Hill Country Quilt Guild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Hill Country Swap Meet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Hometown Crafts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Hosanna Lutheran Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Hunter House Inn & Suites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 James Avery Artisan Jewelry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Jim Morris, Designer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Junk in the Trunk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Kerr County Fair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Kerr County Market Days. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Kerr Villa Kountry Store. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Kerrville Convention & Visitors Bureau. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Kerrville Festival of the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Kerrville First United Methodist Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Kerrville Folk Festival. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Kerrville Hills Winery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Kerrville Kayak & Canoe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Lamps & Shades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 LeMeilleur’s RV, Truck & Equipment Repair. . . . . . . . . . 21 Lone Star Inn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Luckenbach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Mini Mart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Mo Ranch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

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Monroe’s East End Grill. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Museum of Western Art. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Old Ingram Loop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Perfect Surroundings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Plant Haus 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Precision Dermatology. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 PRMC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Randy Purswell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Rio Verde Apartments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 River Hills Mall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 River Hills Apartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 River Trail Cottages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Save Inn Restaurant. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Security State Bank & Trust. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Simpson Ranches & Land, LLC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Smith Map Studio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Southwastern Elegance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 St. Paul’s United Methodist Church . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Taco Casa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Texas Gun & Knife Shows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Texas Masters of Fine Art & Craft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 The Ridge Market Place. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Trinity Baptist Church. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Wilson’s Ice House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Retreat ... Relax in Kerrville Full Page The Capital of the Texas Hill Country!

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Adventures in Art!

The Great Outdoors!

On Stage!

Museum of Western Art museumofwesternart.com

Riverside Nature Center riversidenaturecenter.org

Playhouse 2000 playhouse2000.com

Kerr Arts & Cultural Center kacckerrville.com

Kerr County Fair kerrcountyfair.com

Cailloux Theater caillouxtheater.com

The Coming King Sculpture Prayer Gardens thecomingkingfoundation.org

Kerrville River Trail kerrvilletx.gov

Symphony of the Hills symphonyofthehills.org

Hill Country Arts Foundation hcaf.com Kerrville Festival of The Arts kvartfest.com

Kerrville Folk Festival kerrville-music.com Hill Country Arts Foundation hcaf.com

KerrvilleTexasCVB.com • One Hour West of San Antonio on I-10

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About Kerrville Nestled on the banks of the Guadalupe River, Kerrville is a vibrant community that is the capital of the Texas Hill Country.

Its friendly people and majestic scenery make Kerrville a natural place to live, work and play.

Kerrville is home to a wide variety of popular events and attractions that draw visitors from all corners of the globe. A few of our world class events and attractions include the Texas Arts and Crafts Fair (page 36), Kerrville Folk Festival (page 40), Museum of Western Art (page 30) and The Coming King Sculpture Prayer Garden (page 9).

Kerrville is best known for its beautiful parks (page 18) along the Guadalupe River, which runs

directly through the city and is treasured by those who live in and visit Kerrville.

It also is fortunate enough to be home to three distinguished golf courses (page 26), including Scott Schreiner Golf Course, Riverhill Country Club and The Club at Comanche Trace.

The city’s cultured atmosphere offers an array of interests for fine arts with our outdoor amphitheaters at The Point Theatre (page 32), Louise Hays Park and Kerrville-Schreiner Park.

Symphony of the Hills (page 28).

Enjoy your stay in the Hill Country and consider extending the visit after seeing all that Kerr County has to offer.

Hill Country Weather Facts April-October season Warmest Month on Average: AUGUST Average high of 94 DEGREES

Coolest Month on Average: APRIL Average low of 53 DEGREES

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Record High: SEPTEMBER 109 DEGREES

The splash pad aglow in the evening at Louise Hays park. Courtesy Photo

Visitor information Kerrville Convention & Visitors Bureau Address: 2108 Sidney Baker St. Phone: 830-221-7958 Website: kerrvilletexascvb.com

Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce Address: 1700 Sidney Baker St., Suite 100 Phone: 830-896-1155 Website: kerrvilletx.com

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Highest Average Perciptation: MAY 4 INCHES

GUN SH W Quarter Page 2019 Events Calendar • April 13 & 14

Texas Gun & Knife • May 18 & 19 Abilene Convention Center 0305 • July 13 & 14 Amarillo Civic Center Kerrville Event Center

• July 20 & 21

Quarter Page Billys Western Wear 8297

Kerrville Event Center • August 17 & 18 Abilene Convention Center

• September 7 & 8 Kerrville Event Center • October 19 & 20 Abilene Convention Center

• October 26 & 27 Fredericksburg Fair Ground

texasgunandknifeshows.com for more information, call 830-285-0575

Half Page Security State Bank & Trust 0324

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Nature fun for all ages

Pam Boynton with Jamie Edwards, Kaylee Edwards, Steve Boynton and Brandon Edwards at the Butterly Garden at Riverside Nature Center. Photo by Nancy Foster

A spacious Visitor Center houses interactive displays, a resource library and nature-based Outdoor enthusiasts should definitely make gift shop. Friendly staff are always on hand to time to visit the Riverside Nature Center, just answer questions. Allow one hour minimum. a few blocks from the main part of downtown. No admission fee.

Situated just above the Guadalupe River, this Events beautiful complex contains one of the most April 20 diverse collection of native plants in the Hill Country and acts as a trailhead for the city of Event: Spring Native Plant Sale & Festival When: 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Kerrville’s 5-mile long River Trail.

Description: Spring Native Plant Sale & Festival Wander through a 2-acre arboretum – More than just a native plant sale, this is an and spectacular meadow, where a riot of opportunity to learn about many different colorful wildflowers, shrubs and trees awaits topics concerning our natural world. your camera, and roam past 200 species of carefully documented and tended native June 8 grasses and ferns. The always popular Event: National Get outdoors Day at Louise pollinator garden acts as a magnet for Hays Park hummingbirds and butterflies and is certified When: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. as a Monarch Waystation, and the Native Description: This free annual event encourages Healing Garden offers visitors a glimpse at healthy, active outdoor fun. plants used by Native Americans for healing Every 3rd Saturday purposes. An ancient bald cypress tree has survived numerous floods, logging and a fire, Event: Bird Walk & Talk When: 8 a.m.- 9:30 a.m. and with its massive circumference of 300 Description: Join us for guided birding along the inches, this tree is very photogenic!

Guadalupe River.

By Nancy Foster

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Sept. 7

Event: Run for Riverside 5K Walk/Run When: 8 a.m.

Description: The run includes live music, door prizes, refreshments and awards.

Riverside Nature Center Address: 150 Francisco Lemos St. Hours: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.

Monday–Saturday Admission: Free Contact: 830-257-4837 or riversidenaturecenter.org

The Coming King Sculpture Prayer Garden

Attractions Page 8: Riverside Nature Center Page 9: The Coming King Sculpture Prayer Garden Page 10: Dietert Center Page 12: Wildflowers Page 16: RV resorts

Address: 539 Benson Drive Hours: 7 a.m.–midnight daily Admission: Free Contact: 830-928-7774 or thecomingkingfoundation.org

Coming King Sculpture and Prayer Garden Sculptor Max Greiner, with The Coming King Foundation, created these works (from left) “The Great Commission” , “The Empty Cross” and several others. Courtesy Photo A visit from a rare white hummingbird was one of the highlights of 2018 for The Coming King Sculpture and Prayer Garden.

“People came from all over just to get a glimpse and hopefully get a picture of this extremely rare bird including a professional photographer from National Geographic,” said Debbye Meszaros. “Our hope is that this same bird will visit us again this year.”

The 24.5-acre park was built in 2004 by the The Coming King Foundation to share the love of Jesus through art, music and writing.

The nondenominational, spiritual garden gives people an opportunity to hear the Gospel without going to a church.

Last year was a big year for the garden, with new LED lights installed in the cross, which was made possible by a donation from Linda and Terry Forse.

Crews also built a pavilion left of the cross.

The garden was also featured in Christian Charisma Magazine in June and July.

The annual Easter service, Son Rise, attracted over 3,400, 10 percent

coming from out of state.

Additionally, a copy of the Lion of Judah was donated to Israel.

In 2019, the garden was featured

by Fox News during a tour of Texas feature report, and in January, Justin Case, a recording artist, filmed a music video on the grounds.

And in April, there will be a Joran River Crossing sculpture placed at the entrance.

On the attractions wish list for this year is a visitor center and gift shop.

The Kerrville Police Department and the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office patrol the area, which is free and open to the public from 7 a.m. to midnight seven days a week. Guided tours also are available.

Garden features Scripture tiles The “Path to Heaven” is at the entrance to the 300-foot-long crossshaped garden. It is made up of 77 scriptures that were picked by Robby Carpenter, a Biblical scholar from Kerrville.

Sculptures The garden features a 77-foot, 7-inch

tall sculpture called “The Empty Cross” placed at the top of the hill.

Three Christian artists — Beverly Paddleford, David Broussard and Max Greiner Jr. — donated more than $2 million worth of original art to the garden.

Four prayer plaques The words and prayers on each plaque at the base of the cross were hand-picked by Greiner.

Prayer Path and God’s Rock Garden Scriptures can be found along a trail that surrounds the cross-shaped garden. The prayer path was the idea of Kerrville resident Jeff Anderson and is lined with limestone prayer rocks inscribed by visitors.

Events

April 20-21

Event: Easter at the Empty Cross When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and 7:309:30 a.m. on Sunday Description: Easter celebration with speakers, music, testimonies, celebration of our victory through Jesus and a Sunday morning “sonrise”.

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Center gives a place for everyone The Dietert Center offers a variety of activites for the community. Courtesy Photo

By Brenda Thompson Looking for a place where you can take a yoga class, enjoy lunch and then dance to the music from a great Jam Band? Come to the Dietert Center!

Thursdays you can do all these things and more, plus enjoy similar fun every weekday. This thriving community center welcomes all ages and recognizes that vital connections are important to everyone, regardless of their age.

“Our mission is to support healthy aging by providing information, services, activities and rewarding volunteer opportunities that enrich the quality of life,” Brenda Thompson, Executive Director, said. “Since we begin aging the moment we’re born, everyone benefits from the opportunity to learn something new, have fun, get involved and help others.”

Having Fun The Dietert Center’s Club Ed offers more than 100 classes and recreational activities — everything from Art to Zumba, plus computer classes, crafts, games, exercise, personal finances;

even on-line courses. Travel volunteers offer trips in the Hill Country, across the nation and around the world.

Check out Club Ed’s Dynamic Learning Institute featuring a wide variety of stimulating and entertaining lectures for all ages.

Pick up a schedule or catalog in the lobby, or check: www.dietertcenter. org. Easy on-line registration, class information and instructor bios are available at www.clubed.net.

The Best “Meal Deal” in Town The Dietert Center’s kitchens prepare nearly 400 hot lunches each weekday.

A majority are packaged for “Meals On Wheels” and delivered throughout Kerr County by an army of dedicated volunteers. The rest are served in the Center’s dining room from 11:45am to 12:30pm.

Lunch is by donation to folks age 60 or better who fill out the required paperwork, $4 is suggested. Anyone under age 60, or who doesn’t fill out paperwork, may dine for $8.

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Helping Others The Center’s Community Services Department helps those who are less active. Besides referrals to area resources, this department provides the PAL emergency response systems, medical equipment lending, handyman help and telephone reassurance services.

Special help is available for caregivers of elders, with a resource lending library, caregiver support groups and an on-site day respite service, the “Take Five Club.” Dementia Care Advocates provides help and support for those touched by memory changes.

Dietert Center Address: 451 Guadalupe st.

Hours: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Monday–Saturday Contact: 830-792-4044 or dietertcenter.org

Kerrville Hills Winery Quarter Page Kerrville Hills Winery #

The MuseuM

For Event Schedule visit:

www.kerrvillehillswinery.com 3600 Fredericksburg Rd. • Kerrville • 830.895.4233 2.3 miles north of I-10 on Hwy. 16 • Thursday - Monday 11AM - 6PM

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Where the Legend Lives H 14,000 square feet Quarter Page of gallery space

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Award-winning Wines Wine Tasting/By the Glass Winery Tours • Gift Shop • Events

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H 150 sculptures; 250 paintings H Journey West Children’s Gallery H Special event Pavilion H Museum Store

SUMMER CAMP

JUNE 3-7 • 10AM-3PM Open: Tuesday-Saturday H 10AM-4PM

Located at: 1550 Bandera Hwy. Kerrville, TX 78028

For ages 5-12 with appropriate activities for each age. $

65.00

Must bring sack lunch.

Reservation Required.

830.896.2553 H museumofwesternart.com

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC TO MEET. STAY. PLAY & PRAY

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Nestled on 500 acres of wide-open spaces in the heart of the Hill Country along the crystal-clear Guadalupe River.

Mo Ranch Mo-Ranch’s lodging accommodations range from historical mansions, hotel# STAY

rooms, vacation homes, waterfront casitas to traditional camp style lodging.

There’s something for everyone, and all are welcome!

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Recreation ranges from swimming, canoeing, kayaking, high and low ropes course, miles of hiking and biking trails, birding, outdoor sports, arts and crafts and more! Come & play for the day with a day pass, too! Day passes are just $10, and kids under 4 are free.

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Floral Finds During the spring and summer, the Texas Hill Country becomes a beautiful sight when wildflowers start blooming. In Kerr County alone, there are approximately 300 species of wildflowers, according to Susan Sander, founder and naturalist of the Riverside Nature Center.

According to Jackie Skinner, president of the Hill Country Master Gardeners, there are a number of wildflowers native to the Kerrville area, including:

Blue Bonnets and Castilleja grow naturally in the hill country. Courtesy Photo

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• Prairie coneflower (Mexican hat) • Maxmillian sunflower and annual sunflowers • Ten-petal anemone • Drummond’s skullcap • Prairie verbena, Beebalm (lemon mint) • Skeleton flower (skeleton-leaf daisy) • Liatris (dotted gayfeather) • Mountain pinks • Damianita • Crow poison • Rain lilies • Indian paintbrush • Pink evening primrose • Spiderwort • Standing cypress • Several types of Yucca • Huisache daisy

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Fleabane White prickly poppy Cowpen daisy Cenizo (Texas blue sage) Several types of Penstemon Prickly pear Wildflowers in this area bloom between mid-March through May for the first shift, while many spring perennials — such as mealy blue sage and autumn sage — will re-bloom in the fall if there’s an end-ofsummer rain, Sander said.

“The bloom season goes until the first hard frost — we’ve had some of our best butterfly spottings on thoroughworts that were blooming in November,” Sander said. “I’ve had bluebonnets blooming in the fall. Plus, we are so close to the desert of the west that many of the natives bloom in response to a rain — rainlilies.”

Spot them along highways According to the Texas Department of Transportation’s website, the organization disperses 30,000 pounds

of wildflower seeds along Texas highways each year as part of the state’s vegetation management program. There are scenic drives all over the Hill Country where visitors can spot wildflowers, three of which are in Kerr County.

West Kerr and Bandera Counties

Follow Texas 16 south to Medina for 24 miles, then turn right on FM 337 to Vanderpool for 19 miles. Go north on Texas 187 to Texas 39 for 19 miles, then turn right and follow Texas 39 to Hunt for 17 miles.

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This 133mile drive Transportation: is rated as 800-452-9292 or texas. one of the most scenic wildflowersightings.org drives in the entire state of Texas. It’s a great drive to take any time of the year, intersection of FM 1340 and but it’s especially beautiful in Texas 41 for 21 miles, then turn the spring when the flowers right onto Texas 41 to Mountain are blooming. Get a real feel Home for 15 miles. Turn right for the Texas Hill Country as on Texas 27 and follow through you meander on country roads Ingram and back to Kerrville of scenic vistas with native for 18 miles. flowers, trees, cacti, plants and shrubs.

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From IH-10 in Kerrville, take Texas 783 to Harper for 18 miles. Continue north through Harper until intersecting with Texas 290, then turn right.

Continue traveling on Texas 290 through Fredericksburg until intersecting with Texas 16, then turn right and head back to Kerrville.

Lower Turtle Creek Road to Texas 173

Heading south on Texas 16 toward Medina, take a left turn onto Lower Turtle Creek Road, or FM 2771, which will yield miles of color on both sides of the curving road. When you reach Texas 173, head south toward Bandera for more buds and blooms.

Whether taking a scenic drive or visiting the nature center, Kerr Country has no shortage of wildflowers.

For up-to-date wildflower viewing information, call the Texas Department of Transportation at 800452-9292 or visit texas. wildflowersightings.org.

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RV parks make it more than a visit

Kerr County has multiple places for RV campers. KDT file photo Johnson Creek RV Resort Where: 4279 Junction Hwy Description: This resort has 72 RV sites, four creekside cabins and four efficiency apartments. According to a representative at the resort, more than 1,200 RVs came through in 2017. The resort is busy in spring and summer because of weddings, family reunions and rallies. Then January through March, the resort Approximately 25 percent of is full because of the Winter Texans. our visitors that stay overnight in Regardless of the time of year, most Kerrville are RVers and campers, visitors need to book a year in according to said Charlie advance, they said.

McIlvain, president/CEO of the The resort also offers visitors Kerrville Visitors and Convention a pool seasonally, laundry room, Bureau. shower facility, exercise room, small library, recreation room, two large Buckhorn Lake Resort dining tables, catch and release Where: 2885 Goat Creek Road fishing, general store and chapel.

Description: The resort has Contact: johnsoncreekrvresort. more than 130 RV sites and com or 830-367-3300. three cottages available to rent.

Triple T RV Resort According to a representative at the resort, its busiest months are Where: 3900 Bandera Highway February and March, but the resort Description: This resort offers is booked nearly at capacity during 46 RV sites, 30 cabins and eight winter and spring seasons. fully-furnished efficiency suites. A The resort has plenty to offer representative at the resort said tourists including a country store, it has between 1,500 and 2,500 exercise/fitness center, pickleball visitors each year with two peak court, tennis court, basketball court, seasons — Winter Texans from fishing, enclosed dog park, laundry October through March and spring facilities, private dressing rooms travelers from April through June. and showers, swimming pools and The resort also has a recreation whirlpool spas, 9-hole practice center with TV lounge, catering putting green and RV storage. kitchen and dining area, stocked Contact: buckhornlake.com, 830- library with sitting area, exercise 895-0007 or info@buckhornlake. room, pool and pingpong tables, com Kerr County offers visitors — especially RVers — a warmer climate, breathtaking scenery and an abundance of outdoor recreational activities that can be enjoyed year-round. Whether they’re camping on a long weekend or an entire season, tourists provide an economical boost to the local economy.

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swimming pool and hot tub, private individual restrooms and shower facilities, coin-operated laundry room and walking trails.

Contact: tripletrvresort.com, 830634-3000 or info@tripletrvresort. com Kerrville KOA Where: 2400 Goat Creek Road Description: Here you can find one-room and deluxe cabins with and without bathrooms, tent sites, as well as 32 RV sites. The campground also has a swimming pool, playground, community fire circle, recreation room with a full kitchen and big-screen TV, horseshoe pits and birding area.

Contact: koa.com/campgrounds/ kerrville, kervlkoa@ktc.com or 800-562-1665.

Kerrville-Schreiner Park Where: 2385 Bandera Highway Description: Has both RV and tent sites, 23 mini-cabins, a park cabin, ranch-style house and an 18-foot high Native American tepee called The Hillside Teepee. The 517-acre park also has a recreation hall, dining hall, playground, butterfly garden, sand volleyball and basketball courts, 7.5 miles of hiking and biking trails, river access, kayak and canoe rentals, fishing and picnic areas with standing grills.

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Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort Guadalupe River Where: 2605 Junction Highway 27 Description: Here you can find 20 fully-furnished cottages that sleep up to eight people with a loft, 10 two-bedroom cabins, a luxury one-bedroom cottage, five one-bedroom cabins and more than 200 RV spaces. The resort also has water slides, an interactive water zone, two outdoor swimming pools, indoor heated pool and hot tub, 18-hole mini golf course, daytime and nighttime laser tag, gem mining in the sluice, two playgrounds, jump pad, River Rock Pub and Pizzeria, sand volleyball court, basketball court, Gaga Ball pit, dog park, fitness center, pedal carts, horseshoe pits, fishing, nature walk, amphitheater, tetherball, arts and crafts, arcade, billiards table and pingpong.

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Take-It-Easy RV Resort Where: 703 Junction Highway Description: Has RV sites, as well as an indoor, heated low chemical-ionized pool, hydrotherapeutic, planned activities, pool tables, recreational hall, lighted shuffleboard courts and laundry facilities.

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Enjoy the outdoors River road. Courtesy Photo Kerrville is dotted with 19 parks that cater to almost any outdoor activity one could want.

Kerrville River Trail The Kerrville River Trail was made possible in 2002 after nearly three decades of trying to get the project off the ground. Now, the trail has become one of Kerrville’s most beloved additions to the community.

The trail, a 10-foot wide concrete path, runs

from the Riverside Nature Center to KerrvilleSchreiner Park, offering a pleasant way to get close to nature. The path gracefully rolls along the banks of the Guadalupe River where runners, walkers and bikers enjoy the trail year-round.

Trailheads are spread along the continuous multi-mile trail, giving people the opportunity to take a break and sit down and grab water.

Kerrville Skate Park Kerrville has one skate park in the Singing Wind Park, 2112 Singing Wind Drive, located near the Municipal Olympic Pool.

The lighted Kerrville Skate Park offers a bit of a break from boring, straight asphalt roads to a trick-conducive half bowl concept. The half-bowl design allows enough room to do higher stakes tricks.

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The facility features a banked wall ride, fun box pyramid, stairs, radial ledge, hubba ledge and a 6-foot quartet pipe.

Every year, skate competitions are held at the park, drawing in skaters from all over the country to compete for titles and trophies.

The 2018 Kerrville Skateboard Competition will be at 10 a.m.

Saturday, June 16.

The facility is open from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m., but will close if it is wet or raining.

Kerrville Area Parks

Carver Park

Address: 820 Webster St. Phone: 830-257-7300 Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Features: 5-acre park, basketball court, trail, barbecue pit, playground area, sprayground and multiuse sport field.

Cypress Park

Address: 1601 Junction Highway Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Features: 1-acre park, river access, fishing pier, boat ramp and small pavilions.

Elm Creek Park

Address: 200 Methodist Encampment Road Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Trails: 1 1/2-mile track of crushed granite with exercise stations.

Features: 11-acre park, Kerrville running group meets at 6 p.m. every Monday. Mutt Strutt meets at 6 p.m. every Saturday for socializing and exercising on trail.

Flat Rock Lake Park

Address: 3840 Riverside Drive Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Features: River access, fishing, offleash dog park, swimming and a boat ramp.

Guadalupe Park

Address: 700 Guadalupe St. Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Features: 4.5-acre park, basketball and volleyball courts, scenic overlook, birding and playground.

Kerrville-Schreiner Park

Address: 2385 Bandera Highway Fee: $4 Trails: 5 trails ranging from approximately 1-2 miles Features: Hiking and biking trails, basketball and sand volleyball courts, fishing pier, boat ramp, barbecue pits, playground, butterfly garden, overnight camping and rental facilities.

Knapp Crossing Park

Address: 1000 Knapp Road Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Features: 1-acre park, fishing pier and a boat ramp.

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Address: 200 Park Lane Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Features: 27-acre park, Guadalupe Rive access, trails, birding, sand volleyball courts and dog park.

Louise Hays Park

Address: 202 Thompson Drive Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Trails: 10-foot wide continuous 4-mile walking and biking trail along the Guadalupe River Features: 63.5-acre park, tennis courts, trails, basketball courts, sand volleyball courts, playground, horseshoes pits, washer pitching, wood burning barbecue pit, sprayground and dog park.

Lytle Park

Address: 600 Lytle St. Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Trails: 1/4 mile of concrete pathway.

Features: 4-acre park, softball field, trail and playground.

Sample Park

Address: 3400 Veterans Highway Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Features: 5-acre park, softball field, playground and barbecue pits.

Schultz Park

Address: 1600 Glen Road Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Features: 2.5-acre park, basketball court, playground, barbecue pit and pavilion.

Singing Wind Park

Address: 2112 Singing Wind Drive N. Hours: From dawn to 11 p.m.

Trails: 2-mile track of crushed granite and cedar mulch.

Features: Skate park, softball fields, hiking trails, pool birding and playground.

Tranquility Island

Address: Inside Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive Hours: Daily from dawn to 11 p.m.

Features: 7-acre park, fishing, swimming and bird watching.

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Features: 2.5-acre park, basketball, playground and a pavilion.

For more information about the parks, contact Kerrville Parks and Recreation Department at 830-257-7300.

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Hit the road with Kerrville parks and trails Whether you’re riding a bicycle or motorcycle, the Texas Hill Country has plenty of miles for you to ride. Known for its miles of calm country roads, enveloped by rolling hills and populated by delicate wildflowers, the Kerrville area offers riders a beautiful escape. The roads twist and turn gracefully through and around Kerrville itself, leading riders across spring-fed rivers and creeks, past patches of dense cedar trees and alongside native wildlife.

Kerr County alone holds the best of both worlds for motorcyclists and bikers. From the Twisted Sisters stretch for motorcyclists to the Cypress Creek River Ride for cyclists, there’s a little something for everyone.

Kerr County Bicycle Rides

North and South Fork River Roads — 102 miles

• From Kerrville, take Texas 27 to Ingram.

• Take FM 39 to Hunt and follow to Texas 83.

• Turn right onto Texas 83, go north to Texas 41.

• Turn right and follow signs to Mountain Home.

• Turn right on Texas 27 to Ingram and back to Kerrville.

Camp Verde Ride — 29 miles

• From Kerrville, take Texas 173 south to Camp Verde.

• Turn left onto FM 480 and follow signs to Center Point.

• Turn left on Texas 27 back to Kerrville.

Hill Country Bicycle Rides

Kerr/Bandera long ride — 63 miles

• Texas 16 south through Medina, to Bandera.

• Left on Hwy 173 back to Kerrville.

(63 Mile ride)

Kerr/Bandera short ride — 24 miles

• Texas 16 south.

• Turn left onto FM 2771.

• Turn left onto Texas 173 back to Kerrville.

Family biking the Four Mile River Trail in Louise Hayes Park. Courtesy Photo

Kerr/Gillespie — 66 miles

• At the 505 IH-10 Kerrville exit, take FM 783 to Harper.

• Turn right onto Texas 290 to Fredericksburg.

• Turn right on Texas 16 back to Kerrville.

Kerr/Bandera/Real — 125 miles

• Texas 16 south to Medina.

• Right onto FM 337 to Vanderpool.

• Turn right onto FM 187 to head north to FM 39.

• Turn right and travel through Hunt, Ingram and back to Kerrville.

Cypress Creek River long ride — 32 miles

• Take FM 1341 Cypress Creek Road off Loop 534.

• Turn right onto Stoneleigh Road.

• Continue south to Center Point.

• Turn right onto River Road, then to Wharton Road and follow back to Kerrville.

Cypress Creek River short ride — 19 miles

• Take Texas 27 to Center Point.

• Turn right onto River Road, then to Wharton Road and follow back to Kerrville.

Biking events

April 19-21

45th Annual Easter Hill Country Bike Tour Where: Y.O. Ranch Hotel and Conference Center, 2044 Sidney Baker St. Description: Experience the charm and hospitality of the Texas Hill Country and three days of the best riding Texas has to offer. Quiet, well-paved roads, fully-stocked rest stops and panoramic scenery have made this tour one of the premier cycling events in Texas with routes suitable for all categories of participants from novices to experienced riders.

Contact: 830-257-4440 or ehct.com

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Aug 17, 2019

24th Annual Kerrville Kids Off-Road Triathlon When: 7:30 a.m. Saturday Where: Singing Wind Park, 2112-2116 Singing Wind Drive Description: Swim, bike and run for ages pre-K through 18. Distances designed for your average kid, perfect for first time participants. Must provide your own off road bike and running shoes.

Contact: 830-896-6864, 830-257-7300 or kerrville.org

Aug. 31 – Sept. 1

Camp Eagle Classic Mountain Bike Festival When: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday- Friday Where: Camp Eagle, 6424 Hackberry Lane in Rock Springs Description: Great biking and family fun with a wide variety of races for everyone, as well as zip line, river toys, kayaking, terrain park, super swing, rappel, rock climbing and more.

Contact: 830-896-6864 or tmbra.org Motorcycle Rides

Twisted Sisters — 213 miles

• Texas 16 south right onto Texas 27 (2 miles) • Texas 27 (stay left) to Highway 39 (8 miles) • Highway 39 to Texas 83 (35 miles) • Left on Texas 83 to FM 337 in Leakey (14 miles) • Right on FM 337 to Highway 55 in Camp Wood (21 miles) • Right on Highway 55 to FM 335 in Barksdale (4 miles) • Right on FM 335 to Texas 41 (29 miles) • Right on Texas 41 to FM 336 (13 miles) • Right on FM 336 to FM 337 in Leakey (27 miles) • Left on FM 337 to RR 187 (15 miles) • Right on RR 187 to FM 337 in Vanderpool (1 mile) • Left on FM 337 to Texas 16 in Medina

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Ride 1 — 62 miles

• Texas 173 south from Kerrville to Bandera (25 miles) • Right on Texas 16 to Medina back to Kerrville (37 miles)

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Texas 16 south to Medina (24 miles) Right onto FM 337 to Vanderpool (19 miles) Left on FM 187 to Utopia (7 miles) Right on FM 1050 pass Garner State Park to Texas 83 (14 miles) Right on Texas 83 to Leakey (11 miles)

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the right venue to do it.”

And when visitors arrive The Kerrville Sports for the tournaments, they Complex offers a plethora of will be greeted with some of services to people living in the finer fields in Texas. The the community. baseball experts who have The sports complex toured the complex are all includes 11 softball/ in agreement: the fields at baseball fields, 20 acres the sports complex are state of irrigated soccer fields, of the art. restrooms, concession stands, a maintenance “I would say there is building and an indoor nothing like this until you practice facility. The latter get to the upper echelon includes a pro shop, turfed fields in Dallas,” Heffernan practice field, batting cages said last spring. “They are and lanes, meeting space really, really nice. They and concessions area. are really well-manicured.

Local youth organizations, They are really playable. including Kerrville Little Everyone League, Hill “I would say who have Country Youth Soccer there is nothing seen them Association, has raved like this until Hill Country about them.” you get to the Crush Soccer Academy upper echelon alsoVisitors have and the fields in Dallas,” field-rental Senior Softball -Shane Heffernan, options and League have the sports complex can pay for batting used the manager facilities last lessons. An year. The hour rental complex is of the batting sure to be a hit once again cage costs $35 for nonthis summer. members, an hour on the Kerrville sports turf field costs $40. Hourenthusiasts have so far long lessons costs $70. been thrilled with all the Since opening in January opportunities the sports of 2018, the complex has complex offers since it opened in January 2018. But been met with acclaim it’s also attracting plenty of from Kerrville residents and visitors alike. visitors into Kerrville.

“It’s a fantastic thing for the community,” Heffernan said. “From the tournaments that we’ve had so far, everyone has D-BAT Kerrville Sports loved it. They like the Complex atmosphere. They like the Hill Country. It’s really laid Address: 111 Home Run Drive “With D-bat tournaments, back, the fields are really Hours: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. they are hosting a lot of nice. The locations are nice.

Saturday and 12 p.m.-6 p.m. Sunday tournaments,” said Shane It’s easy to find a place Heffernan, the sports Contact: 830-955-8232 or dbatkerrville.com to eat. It’s easy to find a complex manager. “They hotel room. It’s a centrallygot a lot of people coming Tom Houdeshell, a partner in Kerrville D-BAT, catches the first pitch at the D-BAT in from out of town. “Those located facility.”

Kerrville Sports Complex during its grand opening celebration.

For more information, organization were looking to be brought into town call 830-955-8232 or visit KDT file photo anyway, they just needed dbatkerrville.com.

D-Bats, a major partner with the complex, has organized baseball tournaments at the complex, bringing visitors across Texas into Kerrville, and boosting the local economy in the process.

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A woman uses a paddle board along the water.

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Beat the summer heat with a dive

The flowers are blooming, the trees are blossoming and, as most Central Texans know, the summer heat is not far behind.

Fortunately for Kerr county, the natural landscape and city pakrs, provide the perfect way to cool off with a swim. Whether you’re splashing with friends on a spring-fed Texas river or at a pool. the possibilites are endless!

Kerrville

Carver Park

Address: 820 Webster St. Description: This park has a free sprayground for all ages.

Hours: 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Wednesday-Monday Phone: 830-257-7300

Olympic Pool

Address: 601 Olympic Drive Description: Olympic-size (50 meters by 25 yards) six-lane pool with 1-meter low dive and 3-meter high dive, shallow and covered kid’s pool with lifeguards and covered picnic areas.

Hours: Noon-6 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday from May 26 through July 31 Cost: $1 for ages 4 and older; free for ages 3 and younger. Children ages 11 and younger must be accompanied by a parent or guardian age 17 and older.

Phone: 830-896-8816

Kerrville-Schreiner Park

Address: 2385 Bandera Highway Description: A 517-acre park with access to the Guadalupe River.

Hours: 8 a.m.–10 p.m.

Cost: $1-4 for day-use or $25 for annual vehicle pass Contact: 830-257-7300 or kerrville.schreinerpark@kerrvilletx.gov

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Louise Hays Park

Address: 202 Thompson Drive Description: A 63.5-acre city park with Guadalupe River access and a interactive fountain park.

Hours: Dawn to 11 p.m.

Phone: 830-257-7300

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Contact: 800-460-4401 or moranch.org

West Kerr County

Ingram Dam and Lake

Where: About one mile west of Ingram on Texas 39 Description: The dam provides a platform for sunbathing, swimming or floating in Lake Ingram or “dam sliding.” Bring your own floating devices.

Schumacher Crossing

Where: Texas 39 almost six miles west of Ingram.

Description: Swimming hole on Guadalupe River with covered picnic tables, off-highway parking and attractive waterfalls.

Hunt Crossing

Where: Just east of the Texas 39 and FM 1340 intersection in Hunt Description: A natural swimming hole on the south fork of the Guadalupe with a rope swing and off-road parking.

Presbyterian Mo-Ranch Assembly

Address: 2229 FM 1340 in Hunt Description: River swimming ranging from rapids to deep water, with river slide, canoes, kayaks and paddle boards. Also large tiled pool and shallow, covered children’s pool at Manor House.

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KDT file photo Cody Key and Rowdy Kui compete in the 73rd Heart of the Hills Golf Tournament on July 26, 2018.

A trio of courses to tee off at With sunny weather and gorgeous views of the Texas Hill Country, Kerr County attracts many golfers year-round. One public and two private courses offer a variety of challenges for golfers of all ages and experience levels.

Golf courses

Scott Schreiner Golf Course

Address: 1 Country Club Drive Description: Public, 18-hole course Hours: 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday and 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday Rates: Non-members — $13 for nine holes or $22 for 18 holes on weekdays; $19 for nine holes or $29 for 18 holes on weekends or holidays. Members — $5 for nine holes or $7 for 18 holes on weekdays; $6 for nine holes or $8 for 18 holes on weekends and holidays.

Contact: 830-257-4982 or golfkerrvilletex.com

The Club at Comanche Trace

Address: 2801 Comanche Trace Description: Private, 27-hole course that hosts tour players for Valero Texas Open qualifying rounds, as well as AT&T, U.S. Senior Open and U.S. Am qualifiers.

Hours: 7 a.m.-dusk Tuesday-Sunday. Tee times start at 8 a.m.

Contact: 830-257-6533, 830-895-8500, ext. 1 for pro shop or comanchetrace.comcourses

ultimately became Nelson’s favorite course to play.

Hours: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday Rates: $56 per player Contact: 830-896-1400, 830-792-1143 for golf pro shop or riverhillcc.com 2018 Golf Tournaments

April 1 24th Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

Address: Comanche Trace Golf Course, 2801 Comanche Trace When: Check-in 11 a.m., putting contest at 10:30 a.m., lunch provided at 11 a.m. and a shotgun start at noon Cost: $550 per foursome or $150 per player Contact: 830-896-1155 or kerrvilletx.com

July 23-26 74th Annual Heart of the Hills Golf Tournament

Address: Scott Schreiner Golf Course, 1 Country Club Drive Description: A nonprofit event committed to giving back to the local community, while providing a friendly, competitive game of golf.

Contact: 830-895-1027 or hohkerr@gmail.com

October 11-13 James Avery Invitational

Riverhill Country Club

Address: 100 Riverhill Club Lane Description: Private, 18-hole course. The product of a close friendship between designer Joe Finger and pro golfer Byron Nelson, the course at Riverhill was designed and built into what

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Address: The Club at Comanche Trace, Riverhill Country Club and Scott Schreiner Golf Course Description: A 54–hole, two-man golf tournament played over three days at three courses.

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The Arts Page 28: Symphony of the Hills Page 30: Art galleries Page 32: Live entertainment and performing arts

Season of sound Symphony of the Hills marks 20th anniversary The orchestra regularly sets programs featuring classical composers, including Bach, Beethoven, Kerrville’s Symphony of the Hills will open its Tchaikovsky, Vivaldi, Copland, Dvorak, and 20th Season this fall, offering five new concerts Mozart. They also celebrate contemporary pieces performed by a professional 75-piece orchestra for from the catalogs of Elton John, John Williams, classical music fans in the Texas Hill Country.

Andrew Lloyd Webber, and other popular artists The late Dr. Jay Dunnahoo, who helped develop and arrangers. the orchestra and served as its conductor for many The annual Holiday and Pops concerts offer years, considered the Symphony of the Hills to be the chance for musicians to let down their hair, “a treasure for Kerrville.” sharing the Cailloux Theater stage with guests Dunnahoo passed the baton on to Dr. Eugene artists that have included Donald Braswell, the Dowdy in 2016, who is equally enthusiastic about Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Flash Cadillac, welcoming classical music fans to every concert.

“Buddy Holly” and Kerrville’s Grand Symphony “We want to make sure more people really know Chorus. about this orchestra,” said Dowdy. “The Cailloux As a result of this high standard of performance, Theater is a beautiful hall to play in, and we love the Symphony of the Hills attracts capacity and picking music that our patrons will enjoy and that near-capacity audiences to the 800-seat Cailloux draws in new fans and gets them excited. There is Theater. Musicians are professionals from the largso much great music to offer.” er Hill Country area, Schreiner University faculty,

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Gene Dowdy, conductor and artistic director for the Symphony of the Hills, directs musicians.

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and advanced music students. The Symphony’s mission includes reaching out to area youth, with artists visiting schools and offering a special children’s concert every fall.

The nonprofit organization enjoys strong community support, and is funded through patron tickets and donations; ticket sales; and sponsorships, grants, and ad revenues.

Information and tickets are available at www.symphonyofthehills. org/tickets, 830-792-7469, info@symphonyofthehills.org.

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The Kerr Arts & Cultural Center.

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A vibrant local arts scene

By Nancy Foster

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Kerr County is known by artists, art collectors and enthusiasts from around the world as a cultural mecca for those who are artistically inspired by the region’s natural beauty. Visitors will enjoy the works of local and national talent at the numerous museums and galleries throughout the county.

Special exhibits and art-related events are also held during the year including the Kerrville Festival of the Arts held downtown over Memorial Day weekend and the Texas Arts & Crafts Fair in Ingram, slated for Sept. 28 and 29.

Explore at your leisure and see why the Kerrville area shines as the cultural hub of the Hill Country. Listed events are subject to change.

Upcoming HCAF events

Duncan-McAshan Visual Arts Center The Hill Country Arts Foundation complex is home to the Point Theatre, Stonehenge II and the beautiful Duncan-McAshan Visual Arts Center.

Located just west of Kerrville in Ingram, the 1700-square-foot arts center attracts nationally and internationally recognized artists and plays host to three national juried shows annually.

Art classes and workshops are offered for all ages and levels, and a summer camp for youth provides a perfect introduction to the art world.

Free admission.

The Duncan-McAshan Visual Arts Center is located at 120 Point Theater Road in Ingram and is open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

For additional information, call 830-367-5121

March 22 - April 26

Zirkel Zwei Description: A retrospective of works by Mary and Al Zirkel, a mother-son duo who have been active at Hill Country Arts Foundation for 30 years.

May 10 - June 14

60 Years Strong Description: “60 Years Strong” is an anniversary salute to this popular arts foundation.

Sharing the gallery will be the Johnson Creek Press, a group of artists that have been meeting at HCAF since 2003. This dual exhibit acknowledges their past and reflects their bright future.

August 16 - September 13

Flight Description: HCAF annual juried exhibit. This exhibit applauds flights of fantasy and cheers for the use of imagination.

Kerr Arts & Cultural Center In 1999, a group of 16 affiliated art groups representing 500 artists realized their vision and combined talents to open the Kerr Arts and Cultural Center in downtown Kerrville.

Kerrville’s original post office, built in 1936 and designed by two well-known Texas architects, was repurposed and renovated to create the three distinct galleries that attract thousands of visitors annually.

Each year more than 40 art-related events are held as well as several regional and national

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exhibitions. Throughout the year, workshops, seminars and classes for children and adults are taught in a variety of mediums. The gift shop contains many unique items made by Hill Country artists. Admission is free.

The Kerr Arts and Cultural Center is located at 228 Earl Garrett Street. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday and 1 to 4 p.m.

Sunday. For more information, call 830-895-2911 or visit kacckerrville.com.

Upcoming events at KACC

April 18 - May 18

Women Working with Wood Reception: April 27 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Description: From woodcut prints to furniture, this exhibition features women artists throughout Texas.

Kerrville Art Club Description: A show and sale featuring the artwork of KAC, the longest standing art organization in the Kerrville area.

Mini Quilts Description: An exhibition featuring the Hill Country Quilt Guild’s mini-quilt membership challenge.

May 23 - July 6

Southern Watercolor Society Reception: May 25 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Description: 42nd Annual Juried Exhibition, juried by Judy Morris.

Southwest Gourd Fine Art Show Description: KACC presents the 14th annual exhibition featuring some of the finest gourd artists of the Southwest region.

July 11 - August 10

Photoquest Reception: July 13 from 2 to 4 p.m.

Description: The Hill Country Camera Club present their 19th annual competition and exhibition.

Hometown Crafts Teachers’ Show Description: An exhibition honoring the art educators of the Hill Country sponsored by Hometown Crafts.

Mark Holly Photography Description: An exhibition featuring award winning fine art photographer, Mark Holly.

August 22 - October 26

Benini Reception: August 24 from 2 - 4 p.m.

Description: An exhibition featuring the recent work of the Italian born artist, Benini, who together with his wife, Lorraine established MUSEOBENINI near Marble Falls.

The Museum of Western Art This world-class museum sits on a crested hill overlooking the city just two miles south of downtown Kerrville. Large-scale bronzes dot the manicured grounds and 14,000 square feet of gallery space houses an array of 150 sculptures and 250 paintings, all by renowned western artists. The Journey West Children’s Gallery provides interactive fun, a wide collection of western artifacts is on display and the Griff Carnes Research Center is home to over 3000 western books and periodicals.

Special exhibits, workshops and classes for adults and children are held throughout the year. A nominal admission fee is charged.

Allow one hour minimum.

The Museum of Western Art is located at 1550 Bandera Highway and is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday through Saturday. For more information, call 830-8962553 or visit museumof westernart.com.

Upcoming MOWA events

April 1 - 30

April Artist of the Month: George Boutwell

Reception: Wine and Cheese reception April 18 at 5:30 p.m.

Description: Works of the artist recognized as the “Official Texas State Artist” of 2006 as recognized by the Texas Commission on the Arts.

May 1 - 31

May Artist of the Month: Tim Vanya Reception: Wine and Cheese reception May 16 at 5:30 p.m.

Description: A collection of art from a founding member of The Western Artists Roundup.

May 4 - June 29

American Plains Artists Signature Show Reception: May 4 from 2 - 4 p.m.

Description: Two- and threedimensional artworks by artists from around the U.S. depicting the American Great Plains – the people, life, landscape and wildlife.

June 1 -30

June Artist of the Month: Western Artists Roundup Reception: Wine and Cheese reception June 20 at 5:30 p.m.

Description: Showcasing a group of seven western artists dedicated to preserving the American West through art.

July 1 -31

July Artist of the Month: Richard Thompson Reception: Wine and Cheese reception July 18 at 5:30 p.m.

Description: Richard Thompson’s highly-detailed depictions of western wildlife and livestock capture the essence of the west in oil and bronzes.

August 1 -31

Artist of the Month: Doug Prine Reception: Wine and Cheese reception August 15 at 5:30 p.m.

Description: This award-winning member of the Western Artists Roundup has works in private collections in nearly every state.

September 7

36th Annual Western Art Show & Sale Description: Gala evening with over 30 western artists from across the U.S., lavish buffet, cocktails, silent auction and over 100 works of art.

Art will be on display through October 31.

River’s Edge Gallery Downtown Kerrville is home to this modern, 20,000 square foot gallery that showcases the works of local and nationally-acclaimed artists. Browse through an eclectic mix of contemporary, western, modern and period art in small or large scale.

Interact with The Big Bang Art Gang, a group of seven artists who rotate as live painters and whose displayed artwork changes frequently. Take time for a free game of pool and be personally welcomed by the owners. Located at 832 Water Street.

Open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Call 830-895-5184 or

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Featured artists April: James Snuffer - Pop Art and Realism with a Message May: May Flowers in Full Bloom – features various artists and their work June: Casey O’Connor – The Mad Scientist of Abstract Color July: Mike Wilson – Vigilante Art August: Jason Scanlan – Contemporary Pop Art in Pour September: Rod McGehee – Colorful Countryside Paintings and Bold Abstracts Slate Gray Gallery This downtown gallery features a collection of fine contemporary art, designer jewelry and unique lifestyle accessories. It is open from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays and by appointment.

Located at 235 Earl Garrett Street, Kerrville. Call 830-315-3150 or visit slategraygallery.com for more information.

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Artist of the Month: Doug Prine Reception: Wine and Cheese reception August 15 at 5:30 p.m.

Description: This award-winning member of the Western Artists Roundup has works in private collections in nearly every state.

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KDT file photo The Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater is at 910 Main St, Kerrville, TX 78028. Call 830-896-9393

Taking center stage Area theaters offer ample entertainment Whether theater lovers are into drama, comedy or holiday classics, there are options throughout the year. Kerr County is home to three prominent theaters: the Cailloux Theater, The Hill Country Arts Foundation and the VK Garage Theater.

All three offer riveting performances throughout the year that ought to captivate a diverse audience.

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Cailloux Theater The Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater first opened its doors on March 27, 2003 and has continued to be a staple in the Kerrville community ever since. This state-of-the-art performing arts center is frequented by both local and traveling performance groups.

The box office, 910 Main St., and is open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday in addition to at-the-door on performance dates.

For more information, visit caillouxtheater. com or call 830-896-9393.

Cailloux Performances “Resurrection: A Journey Tribute” When: 7:30 p.m., April 27 Description: A tribute to the music of Journey which faithfully re-creates the experience of a Journey concert from the band’s most prolific period.

Cailloux Theater events

March 29 - April 13

Playhouse 2000 “Footloose, The Musical” When: 7:30 p.m. March 29 - April 13 and 2:30 p.m., April 7 Description: Playhouse 2000 and the music and theater departments at Schreiner University present the Broadway smash based on a major motion picture.

Playhouse 2000 “Footloose, The Musical” When: 7:30 p.m., April 25 Description: The concert features a variation on “Happy Birthday,” written by pops composer John Williams, as well as a selection of timeless classics.

Contact: www.symphonyofthehills.org

April 27

April 29

Hill County Youth Orchestras Spring Concert When: 3 p.m. , April 29 Description: The concert features a variation on “Happy Birthday,” written by pops composer John Williams, as well as a selection of timeless classics. Admission is free.

Contact: hcyo.org

May 11

Jimmy Webb “The Glen Campbell Years” When: 7:30 p.m., May 11 Description: A proud member of both the National and Nashville “Songwriters Hall of Fame” and holder of the National Academy of

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Songwriters’“Lifetime Achievement Award,” Webb penned hits like “Wichita Lineman” for Glen Campbell, “Up Up and Away” for The Fifth Dimension, and Richard Harris’ “MacArthur Park.”

May 12

Johnny Bush In Concert When: 3 p.m., May 12 Description: A legend in Texas country music, writer of such hits as “You Gave Me A Mountain” and “Whiskey River,” a stage veteran who appeared with Ray Price, Willie Nelson and Marty Robbins, will bring his unique style to the Cailloux Stage for one show only.

June 22

John Schneider In Concert When: 7:30 p.m., June 22 Description: Whether you know him from his days as Bo Duke on “The Dukes of Hazzard,” from his knock-out appearances on “Dancing With the Stars” or because of his many charttopping country music hits, you can’t help but love John Schneider.

Hill Country Arts Foundation The Hill Country Arts Foundation treats patrons to enthralling shows, exposing them to the scenic beauty of the Texas Hill Country. The HCAF operates two theaters: the Smith-Rich, Texas’ oldest outdoor theater. And the Elizabeth Huth Coates, an indoor theater that hosts shows on occasion.

The play genres range from heartfelt comedies to toe-tapping musicals. In other words, the

HCAF has something to offer visitors of all ages.

The HCAF rests on 13 acres of riverfront property on the Guadalupe River, painting the perfect scene for a weekend getaway.

Visit HCAF at 120 Point Theater Road in Ingram or online at hcaf.com. For more information, call 830-367-5121.

HCAF Events

March 22 - April 6

“The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged): A Comedy” When: 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Sundays Description: This comedy works through all of Shakespeare’s comedies, histories and tragedies with wicked humor and men clad in tights.

June 14 - 29

“Dreamworks’ Madagascar: A Musical Adventure” When: 8:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays Description: Those mischievous zoo animals — Alex the lion, Marty the zebra, Gloria the hippo and Melman the giraffe — are at it again, this time in the form of a musical.

July 6

“Point in Revue”/60th Anniversary Alumni Celebration When: 8 p.m. , July 6 Description: Enjoy stellar entertainment at “The Point in Revue” as the Hill Country Arts Foundation celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2019.

July 19 - August 3

“Mamma Mia!” When: 8:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays Description: This musical is the journey of a young woman searching for her birth father on the eve of her wedding. The tale is woven together with band ABBA’s hits.

August 16 -31

“Dearly Departed” When: 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Sundays Description: Life is messy and hilarious for the Turpin family.

When their father dies, they

try to pull it together for the funeral, but other problems get in the way.

October 11 - 26

“These Shining Lives” When: 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Sundays Description: Catherine Donahue and her three friends explore the liberation of being working women in the post-war 1920s, but soon discover that the paint they work with has some negative side effects.

VK Garage Theater The VK Garage Theater, 305 Washington St., is run and managed by Playhouse 2000, a nonprofit founded in 1998 by the husband and wife team of Douglas and Susan Balentine.

For more information, visit playhouse2000.com or call 830-896-9393.

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April 4 - 6

“The Effect” When: 7 p.m.

Description: Two volunteers at a clinical trial face a sudden romance while testing a new antidepressant. Doctors ponder the ethics of their work as the question arises: is the romance a side effect of the drugs?

June 14 - 30

“Women In Jeopardy!”

Description: Liz’s new dentist boyfriend could be a serial killer. At least, that’s what Liz’s friends Mary and Jo think, and they’re determined to prove it in this comedic mystery adventure.

August 9 - 25

“Southern Fried Funeral” Description: Dewey Frye’s death leaves his family with reborn rivals, busybodies, disputes over houses and overall family mayhem in this comedy.

October 4 - 20

“Our Town” Description: Three acts in this minimalist American play follows the lives of two families through loves, marriages and deaths.

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KDT file photo Zoey Labahn puts Easter eggs in her basket at EasterFest.

An Easter extravaganza Leadership Kerr County, an offshoot of the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce, will once again unite the community by hosting its annual EasterFest on April 20.

The free event, which takes place at Flat Rock Park from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., is put on by the Leadership Kerr County class and takes months to plan, according to Chamber of Commerce vice president and COO Rachel London.

The event includes live music performers, food vendors, a car and motorcycle show, a chili and barbecue Address: Flat Rock Park, cook-off, special visit from the 3840 Riverside Drive Easter Bunny on a fire truck, an Easter egg hunt and games When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and rides for all ages.

Saturday, April 20 One of the best parts of the event is that it not only brings Admission: Free the community together and Contact: 830-896-1155 helps grow friendships, but also benefits local charities or kerrvilletx.com and projects of Leadership Kerr County, London said.

The event was extraordinarily well attended last year, she added.

“There were no parking spaces last year,” London said.

She noted that her favorite part, personally, is the egg hunt.

“Watching the different age groups hunt the eggs, the excitement of the kids … is so nice,” she said. “There are great food vendors and great music, too.

“Everyone’s extremely excited about EasterFest,” London said. “It should be bigger than last year, which was hard to beat.”

EasterFest

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The heart of the arts handwork. Works will be displayed in the gallery, studios, and under tents “in the beautiful Hill The Texas Arts and Crafts Fair — considered Country sunshine.” the “premiere art event of the year in the Lone Entertainment will once again draw talent from Star State” — returns to the Texas Hill Country area educational and art institutions, that last for its 43rd celebration of music, art, and food on year included Schreiner University, Kerrville Folk Sept. 28-29, 2019.

Festival, and the Symphony of the Hills.

Designated by the Texas Legislature as the “The turnout in our first year proved that “Official State Arts and Crafts Fair of Texas,” the Texans love the Arts and Crafts Fair,” Cash said. event was revived in 2018 after a five-year hiatus. “We are happy to have revived it.”

More than 5000 guests flooded the grounds Adult admission is $10; students are $5; and of the Hill Country Arts Foundation along the children 12 and under are free.

Guadalupe River, enjoying a wide range of arts The event takes place on the Hill Country Arts and crafts, live musical entertainment, fine food Foundation’s 13-acre site, located on the banks and wine, and a gallery of creative endeavors. of the Guadalupe River in Ingram, Texas, at 120 “Our first year back exceeded all expectaPoint Theater Road. tions,” said Wanda Garner Cash, Event Director.

Parking is free, and shuttles are being added “Attendance was excellent, and it was remarkable for parking in outlying lots. The fair will take to us the love everyone has for this fair.” place rain or shine, and will only be moved in the Organizers have planned for an even better case of severe weather. experience this year, including increasing the This event funds arts programs that educate, number of artists, offering new entertainment, enrich and enlighten the community through the and expanding the Art Exploration Zone. arts.

More than 120 juried artists and artisans are More information is available at www.hcaf. expected to attend, demonstrating their crafts and com, or by calling 830-367-5120.

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KDT file photo The Texas Arts and Crafts Fair returned in 2018 after a five year hiatus.

Texas Arts & Crafts Fair Address: 120 Point Theater Road, Ingram When: Sept. 28 - 29 Admission: $10 adults, $5 students, admission free for children younger than 12.

Contact: 830-367-5120 or hcaf.com

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Left: Fireworks at Robert Earl Keen Fourth on the River in Louise Hays Park.

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Celebrate independence on the river Robert Earl Keen Fourth on the River continues to be a popular family-friendly tradition. In celebration of Independence Day, the event be Thursday, July 4, at Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive.

The event is free and open to the public, with the biergarten scheduled to open at 2 p.m.

“Kerrville’s Fourth of July event has always been a special celebration for families honoring our nation’s independence, as well as our armed forces,” said Kyle Bond, vice president and co-founder of the event. “When Robert Earl Keen agreed to headline the event in 2013, we knew it was a perfect fit, and the attendees have been treated to one of the most amazing combinations of music and fireworks available anywhere. And thanks to all our generous sponsors, admission to the event is free. If you’re looking for a great way to spend your Fourth of July, Kerrville is the place to be.”

This Independence Day celebration includes children’s activities, concert, vendors, and the largest fireworks display in the Hill Country, sponsored by Mamacita’s.

Robert Earl Keen’s Fourth on the River Address: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive When: Noon to after fireworks Admission: Free Contact: 830-257-8233, robertearlkeens4th.

The event also features food, beverage and ice cream vendors, as well as band memorabilia and bounce houses. Both glass containers and outside alcoholic beverages are prohibited.

For more information, visit robertearlkeens4th.com or facebook.com/Kerrvilles4th, or call 830-257-8233, or email leslie@kerrvilles4th.org.

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Folk music lives in Kerrville Folk music fans gather every year for a celebration of songwriters and new talent at the Kerrville Folk Festival, which is entering its 48th year.

“Every year is different, and yet every year is the same,” said Rosemary Weiss of Columbus, Ohio, who regularly attends the festival. “Every second you spend on the ranch makes you remember what life is supposed to be like: spreading kindness, happiness, tolerance, joy — and music. You can’t forget the music.”

The festival was founded by Rod Kennedy, a sought-after concert promoter, and Peter Yarrow, who found fame with the 1960s folk music trio Peter, Paul and Mary in 1974. Their mission was to tilt the spotlight and make it shine on unsung songwriters.

Dalis Allen, the festival’s producer, said the celebration has a laidback vibe, despite inevitable storms that roll through Quiet Valley Ranch during the 18-day festival.

“We always have rain, and we have to deal with it,” Allen said.

“Our crowds are just the best and remain in the seats under umbrellas and tarps, as long as the music continues.”

Sundown Concerts When: Weekdays, 7 - 8 p.m.

Description: Similar to the weekend concerts, these concerts offer chances to hear many different artists.

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Folk Song Service When: Sundays, 11 a.m. Noon

May 23 - June 9

Kennedy Theater Mainstage Concert When: Each Saturday and Sunday Description: Four new artists play every evening on the weekend.

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Yoga with Willy McDaniel When: Saturdays, 9 - 10 a.m.

Description: Start the morning with calming stretches and meditation.

Sundown Concerts When: Weekdays, 7 - 8 p.m.

Description: Similar to the weekend concerts, these concerts offer chances to hear many different artists.

Children’s Concerts When: 10:30 a.m. - Noon

Kerrville Folk Festival Address: Quiet Valley Ranch: 3876 Medina Hwy. When: May 23 - June 9 Admission: Ticket pricing varies depending on the day and type of event.

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New Folk Songwriters Competition When: 1 - 4 p.m.

May 27 - June 30

38th Annual Songwriters School When: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Description: Participate in a four-day workshop to strengthen your songwriting skills.

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Description: Take your harmonica abilities to the next level with this three-day workshop. Recommended for intermediate skill levels.

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Swim, ride & run to the finish line The city of Kerrville offers a variety of ways to exercise during the summer.

There are plenty of places to swim, ride, or jog in the picturesque Hill Country.

However, the 8th annual Kerrville Triathlon Festival gives people an opportunity to do all three in one weekend.

The sprint distance triathlon and the kids fun run start at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 28, while the quarter distance triathlon starts at 7:30 a.m. and the half distance triathlon starts at 8:20 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 29.

Packet pick up and race start is at Inn of the Hills Hotel and Conference Center, 1001 Junction Highway.

The Kerrville Triathlon began in 2011 with the idea of bringing out the beauty of the Texas Hill Country, according to the event’s website.

The triathlon continues to be a rousing success, as more than 6,000 people have

crossed the finish line since its inception.

People rave about the Kerrville triathlon on its website, with multiple people ranking it among their favorite courses. Each distance of the triathlon starts with a swim in the Nimitz Lake.

The bike course, meanwhile, takes participants through Kerrville’s downtown.

The run course is held entirely on the Kerrville River Trail, which begins at Louise Hayes Park all the way to Kerrville-Schreiner Park.

Participating in the half distance triathlon costs $205, while the quarter distance is $135. The Debra Zapata Sprint Triathlon costs $85 and the kids fun run is free.

People interested in participating in the triathlon can register at kerrvilletri. com. Businesses interested in sponsoring the triathlon can email sponsorship@highfiveevents.com.

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spring & summer events calendar Reoccurring Events Every First Friday First Friday Wine Share When: Friday 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Where: Varies each month Description: A fun way to meet new or different wines, people and places. Please bring no more than one bottle of wine per every two people. Singles may feel free to bring a bottle every other month.

Bring your own wine glass.

Contact: 830-896-6600

Every Friday Kerrville Farmers Market Downtown When: Friday 4 - 7 p.m.

Where: AC Schreiner House,529Water St. Description: The Kerrville Farmers Market is a producers only market offering a variety of locally sourced produce,meat,eggs,bread,cheese,beer, wine,and more.

Contact: www.kerrvillefarmersmarket.com

Every First Saturday Kerr County Market Days and Hill Country Swap Meet When: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Where: Hill CountryYouth Event Center,3785Texas Hwy.27 Description: Market Days continues to feature artists and crafters bringing their own original handcrafted jewelry,fiber,wood,metal,soaps,lotions and more. Hill Country Swap Meet is a community garage sale and flea market with all types of merchandise.Concessions available,indoor,free parking and pet friendly.

Contact: 830-459-6198 or kerrmarketdays.org

March March 23 Camerata San Antonio String Quartet – Complexity When: Saturday,3 p.m.

Where: Schreiner University,Rodman Steele Recital Hall,JunkinWorship Center,2100 Memorial Blvd.

Contact: 210-492-9519 | www.cameratasa.org Contact: 830-896-6600

March 24 Painting with Pizazz When: Saturday 2 - 4 p.m.

Where: Kerrville Hills Winery, 3600

Fredericksburg Rd. Description: Create a personalized,one-of-a-kind wine glass to treasure and keep. Enjoy a glass of wine, chocolate treats,and lots of fun while creating your personal masterpiece.

Contact: 830-895-4233 www.kerrvillehillswinery.com

March 30 Annual City of Ingram Easter Egg Hunt When: Saturday,TBA Where: 107 Old Ingram Loop,Ingram.

Description: Free and open to the public.

Easter egg hunt,games and prizes.

Contact: 830-367-5115

April April 1 24th Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament When: Check-in 10 -11 a.m.; putting contest 10:30 a.m.; lunch (provided) 11 a.m.; and a shotgun start at 12 p.m.

Description: A fun day of networking with your fellow business leaders while supporting your Chamber of Commerce.

Where: ComancheTrace Golf Course,2801 ComancheTrace Dr. Contact: 830-896-1155 www.kerrvilletx.com

April 13 -14 Texas Gun & Knife Show When: Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Texas Hwy. 27 Description: Providing a safe environment for vendors to sell guns,knives and ammo.

Contact: 830-285-0575 texasgunandknifeshows.com

April 15 Kerrville Charity Drive Golf Tournament When: Registration and lunch 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.,12:30 p.m,shotgun start,4-person scramble Where: ComancheTrace Golf Club,3074 Bandera Hwy. Contact: 830-522-2200 kerrevents@armsofhope.org

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April 26

Annual Easter Hill Country Bike Tour When: Friday and Saturday, times vary Where: Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd.

Description: One of the premier cycling events in Texas with routes suitable for all categories of participants from novices to experienced riders.

Contact: ed@bikeaustin.org

American Cancer Society’s “Relay for Life” When: Friday 7 p.m.- 1 p.m.

Where: Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Hwy. 27.

Description: Relay for Life is the signature fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. Team members take turns walking around a designated path. Each team is asked to have a member on the track at all times to signify that cancer never sleeps.

Contact: 210-595-0244 | relayforlife.org/kerrtx

April 20 Spring Native Plant Sale & Festival When: Saturday 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Where: Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St. Description: All proceeds benefit RNC and Native Plant Society of Texas Kerrville Chapter educational programs.

Contact: 830-257-4837 www.riverside naturecenter.org Easter Eggstravaganza When: Saturday 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Where: The Salvation Army Kroc Center 201 Holdsworth Dr. Description: Free community event. Two Easter egg hunts with over 25,000 eggs, photos with the Easter Bunny, food, bounce houses, cake walk, carnival games and more.

Contact: 830-315-5762 | www.kerrvillekroc.org Annual Kerrville Easterfest & Cook-off When: Saturday from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Where: Flat Rock Lake Park, 3840 Riverside Dr. Description: Free community event. BBQ & chili cook-off, food, games and rides, vendors, live music, Easter egg hunt, open car/bike show and a visit from the Easter Bunny.

Contact: 830-896-1155 | www.kerrvilletx.com

April 20 Resurrection Celebration & Son Rise Easter Service When: Saturday 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Sunday 7:30 - 9 a.m.

Where: The Coming King Foundation Sculpture Prayer Garden, 520 Benson Dr. Description: Worship, testimonies and celebration, and a“Son”rise service on Sunday.

Food for purchase will be available.

Contact: 830-928-7774 www.thecomingkingfoundation.org Easter at MO When: Saturday and Sunday, times vary Where: MO-Ranch, 2229 FM 1340, Hunt.

Description: Easter sunrise service in the Chapel on the Hill.Enjoy our special programmed activities all weekend including outdoor excitement, egg hunt, arts and crafts, worship services, BBQ served on Saturday evening, service on Sunday morning and our famous Easter buffet for lunch.

Contact: 8800-460-4401 | www.moranch.org

April 27 Camerata San Antonio String Quartet – Beauty When: Saturday 3p.m.

Where: Schreiner University,Rodman Steele Recital Hall,JunkinWorship Center,2100 Memorial Blvd.

Contact: 210-492-9519 | www.cameratasa.org Hill Country Chorale’s Spring Concert When: Saturday 4 p.m.

Where: The Salvation Army Kroc Center,201 Holdsworth Dr. Contact: 830-895-9760 | hillcountrychorale.org 33rd Annual Hill Country Charity Ball“Old World Romance Ball” When: Saturday Where: Hill CountryYouth Event Center 3785Texas Hwy.27.

Description: An annual fundraiser that dedicates the proceeds to non-profit organizations seeking to improve the lives of others.

Contact: 830-928-1704 www.hillcountrycharityball.com

May May 3 Summer Concerts in the Park Series When: Friday 6:30 p.m.

Where: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr. Description: Free and open to the public. Bring your lawn chairs. Come out and enjoy some summer jams.

Contact: 830-257-7300 | www.kerrvilletx.gov

May 12 Wine Down with Yoga When: Sunday 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Where: Kerrville Hills Winery, 3600 Fredericksburg Rd. Description: To guarantee a relaxing afternoon we are offering 1 ½ hours of yoga,paired with tasting of four pose-enhancing wines.

Contact: 830-895-4233 | kerrvillehillswinery.com

May 16 Annual Circle of Service Gala When: Thursday 5:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.

Where: The Salvation Army Kroc Center,201 Holdsworth Dr. Description: Annual fundraiser dinner event.Silent auction, live music,guest performers,and hors

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6th Annual Kerrville Festival of the Arts When: Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Where: Downtown Kerrville, Water St. & Earl Garrett St. Description: A 2-day juried fine arts show & sale.

100 artists working in a variety of media.This pet friendly venue, held outside under big tents, will have concessions on site, live music, nearby restaurants and shops, and plenty of free parking. Contact: 830-895-7962 | www.kvartfest.com

Annual James Avery Hill Country Open Where: H.E.Butt Municipal Tennis Center, 801 Tennis St. Description: An adult and junior tennis tournament benefiting The Dietert Center.

Contact: 830-257-2447 | www.bigmentor.org Shatter the Stigma 5K Walk/Run for Mental Health Where: Saturday 8 a.m.

Where: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr. Description: Annual fundraiser to raise awareness about mental illness. Funds will help to contribute to the quality of life of individuals with mental illness served by Kerrville State Hospital.

Contact: 830-896-2211 X 6269 www.kerrvillevsc.org

May 18 - 19 Hill Country Gun & Knife Show When: Saturday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Veterans Center, 411 Meadowview.

Description: Sale of guns, knives, coins, cutting boards, ammo and more. All proceeds go to local area veterans.

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May 25 - May 26

May 26 Memorial Memories When: Sunday 3 p.m.

Where: CaillouxTheater,910 Main St. Description: An annual Memorial DayTribute concert featuring Big Band and Patriotic music that also pays homage to each branch of the military.

Contact: 830-896-9393 | caillouxtheater.com

June June 3 - 8 81st Annual Hill Country Cowboy Camp Meeting When: Sunday - Saturday,times vary.

Where: 40 Cowboy Camp Rd., Mt. Home.

Description: Non-denominational worship services, bible study, music & potluck suppers.

Contact: 1-800-603-0157 cowboycampmeeting.net

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June 8

48th Annual Kerrville Folk Festival When: Times vary Where: Quiet Valley Ranch, 3876 Medina Hwy. Description: 18 days and nights featuring songwriters of national and international acclaim.

Contact: 830-257-3600 www.kerrvillefolkfestival.org

Shakespeare in the Park – “The Merry Wives of Windsor” When: Saturday 8 p.m.

Where: Louise Hays Park (weather permitting), 202 Thompson Dr. Description: Admission is free and open to the public. Bring your picnic blanket and lawn chairs.

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May 24 - May 26 “Quilting IS Art” Quilt Show When: Friday - Sunday,TBA Where: Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Texas Hwy.27.

Description: The Hill Country Quilt Guild presents over 200 judged quilts. Boutique with handmade items, fabric and notion vendors, scissor sharpening, and a fundraising quilt drawing.

Contact: www.hillcountryquiltguild.com 16th Annual Texas Masters of Fine Art & Craft When: Friday -Saturday 10 a.m.- 7 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Where: Y.O. Ranch Hotel & Conference Center, 2033 Sidney Baker.

Description: An exhibition of some of the finest professional artists and craftspeople from all over Texas in the comfort of air conditioning.

National Get Outdoors Day When: Saturday 9 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Where: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr. Description: Annual free event meant to encourage healthy, active outdoor fun. Come out and enjoy bubble soccer, some yoga, a snow cone, and some nature walks with the Parks and Recreation Dept.

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Description: Free and open to the public. Bring your lawn chairs. Come out and enjoy some summer jams. Food and refreshments available for purchase.

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July 20 - 21

3rd Annual Cody’s Memorial Car Show When: Saturday 8 a.m.

Where: Hill Country Youth Event Center 3785 Hwy 27.

Description: Car show,BBQ lunch plates,silent auction,door prizes,music and much more.

Contact: 830-459-2639

Texas Gun & Knife Show When: Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Texas Hwy. 27.

Description: New & used guns, knives, gold/silver coins, jewelry, camping gear, military supplies & several businesses under one roof.

Contact: 830-285-0575. www.texasgunandknifeshows.com

July July 4 Robert Earl Keen’s 4th on the River When: Thursday Noon - 10 p.m.; beer garden opens at 2 p.m.,live music kicks off at 5 p.m.

Where: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr. Description: Vendor booths, family fun, bounce houses and face painting. Entertain yourselves and the kids with Louise Hays Parks very own Splashpad, playgrounds, or cool off in the Guadalupe River. Free family fun and the largest fireworks display in the Texas Hill Country.

Contact: 830-257-8233 | www.kerrvilles4th.org

July 6 21st Annual Open Car & Motorcycle Show When: Saturday 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

Where: Kerr County Courthouse,700 Main St. Description: Open car & motorcycle show with trophies awarded for all categories. Veteran recognition,food trucks,vendors and live music featuringTheTime Bandits.

Contact: 830-792-4044 | www.dietertcenter.org

July 12 - 13 Kerrville Open Pro Rodeo When: Friday and Saturday 8 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Texas Hwy 27.

Description: Full rodeo to include bareback & saddle bronc riding, calf roping, team roping, ladies barrel racing, bull riding, calf scramble & mutton busting for the kids.

Contact: 830-997-1864 | www.lmrodeo.com

July 13 - 14

Kerrville Skateboard Competition When: Saturday 10 a.m.

Where: Singing Wind Park, 2112-2116 Singing Wind Dr. Description: Entrants have 3 minutes to perform their best skating skills. Helmets required.

Contact: 830-257-7300 | www.kerrvilletx.gov

Hill Country Gun & Knife Show When: Saturday 9 a.m. -5 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Veterans Center, 411 Meadowview Ln. Description: Sale of guns, knives, coins, cutting boards, ammo and more. All proceeds go to local area veterans.

Contact: 830-315-3101 | Doehill6679@gmail.com

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July 19

Concerts in the Park Series When: Friday 6:30 p.m.

Where: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr.

Concerts in the Park Series When: Friday 6:30 p.m.

Where: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr.

June 15

July 23 - 26 74th Annual Heart of the Hills Golf Tournament When: Tuesday - Friday,times vary.

Where: Scott Schreiner Municipal Golf Course, 1 Country Club Ln. Description: Golfers from around the country and state compete in our annual 72-hole tournament.

Contact: 8830-895-1027 | www.hohkerr.com

July 27 16th Annual UGRA River Clean Up When: Saturday 8 a.m.- Noon Where: Flat Rock Lake Park, 3840 Riverside Dr. Description: Community event to remove trash from the Guadalupe River and raise awareness about the problem of litter in the community.

Contact: 830-896-5445 | www.ugra.org/ annualrivercleanup.html

August August 3 Back to School Bash When: Saturday 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Where: The Salvation Army Kroc Center, 201 Holdsworth Dr. Description: Free community event for all. Enjoy bounce houses, food, a cake walk, music, face painting & more.

Contact: 830-315-5762 | www.kerrvillekroc.org 2019 Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce Business Expo When: Saturday 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Texas Hwy 27.

Description: Free and open to the public. Come interact & network with businesses, organizations & members of our community. Featuring over 100 booths, food trucks and a kid’s zone with bounce houses and activities to keep them busy all day long, Home & Garden Show, featuring everything for your home and garden under one roof.

Contact: 830-896-1155. www.kerrvilletx.com

August 17 Kerrville Kid’s Triathlon When: Saturday 9 a.m.

Where: Singing Wind Park, 2112 Singing Wind Dr. Description: Boys & girls ages 18 and under

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are welcome to participate in this swim/bike/and run event that has launched several Hill Country kids into sanctioned triathlon events.

Contact: 830-258-1151. www.kerrvilletx.gov Wet n’Wag When: Saturday 5 - 7 p.m.

Where: Kerrville Olympic Pool, 601 Olympic Dr. Description: Bring your favorite four-legged friend to the Olympic Pool to enjoy a refreshing afternoon swim. Current proof of rabies vaccination is required upon registration.

Contact: 830-258-1151 | www.kerrvilletx.gov

August 30 Concerts in the Park Series When: Friday 6:30 p.m.

Where: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr. Description: Free and open to the public. Bring your lawn chairs. Come out and enjoy some summer jams. Food and refreshments available for purchase.

Contact: 830-257-7300 | www.kerrvilletx.gov

August 31 - Sept.1 Camp Eagle Classic Mountain Bike Festival When: Saturday - Monday, times vary.

Where: Camp Eagle, 6424 Hackberry Ln., Rocksprings.

Description: The largest Mt. Bike Festival in Texas.

Activities include a zip line, river fun, hiking and rock climbing and more.

Contact: 830-896-6864 | www.tmbra.org

September Big Brothers Big Sisters 2019 Home Run Derby Where: Kerrville Sports Complex,111 Home Run Dr. Description: A fun,family-friendly fundraiser.

Teams of three compete against one another for the most points. Ballpark themed concessions will be available for purchase.

Contact: 830-257-2447 | www.bigmentor.org

September 7 5th Annual Run for Riverside 5K When: Saturday 8 a.m.

Where: Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St. Description: 5K run & walk starting from the Riverside Nature Center along the Kerrville River Trail featuring the Guadalupe River. Live music, door prizes and refreshments. Strollers, leashed pets, and all ages welcome.

Contact: 830-257-4837 | riversidenaturecenter.org “The Party”at The Museum of Western Art 36th Annual Art Show and Sale When: Saturday 6 - 10 p.m.

Where: Museum ofWestern Art,1550 Bandera Hwy. Description: “The Party”promises to be a fabulous social function with gourmet food and libations,art exhibition,and sale.

Contact: 830-896-2553 museumofwesternart.com

September 7 - 8 Texas Gun & Knife Show When: Saturday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Hwy. 27.

Contact: 830-285-0575. www.texasgunandknifeshows.com

September 8 HCAF Visual Arts Fundraiser: Mad Hatter Tea Party When: Sunday 4 - 6 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Rd., Ingram.

Description: The Hill Country Arts Foundation annual visual arts fundraiser.

Contact: 830-367-5120 | www.hcaf.com

September 20 Concerts in the Park Series When: Friday, time TBA Where: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr. Description: Come out and enjoy some summer jams. Bring your lawn chairs. Food and refreshments available for purchase.

Contact: 830-257-7300. www.kerrvilletx.gov

September 22 Wine Down with Yoga When: Sunday 2 - 3:30 p.m.

Where: Kerrville Hills Winery, 3600 Fredericksburg Rd. Description: To guarantee a relaxing afternoon we are offering 1 1/2 hours of yoga, paired with tasting of four pose-enhancing wines.

Contact: 830-895-4233 kerrvillehillswinery.com

September 27 Texas Heritage Day When: Friday, time TBA Where: Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd.

Contact: 830-792-1945 exasheritage@schreiner.edu

September 28 - 29 Texas Heritage Day When: Saturday - Sunday 7:30 a.m. -5 p.m..

Where: Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Dr. Description: Features eight different distance events, including a free kids run.

Contact: info@kerrvilletriathlon.com, www.kerrvilletri.com Texas State Arts & Crafts Fair When: SA-SU 10am-5 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Rd., Ingram.

Description: Features two days of juried art, gourmet food, craft beer, live music, activities and art demonstrations for all ages against the backdrop of the beautiful Guadalupe River.

Contact: 830-367-5120 | www.hcaf.com

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October October 2 - 5

October 5 - 6

Kerrville Outdoor Painters Event & Wet Paint Show & Sale When: Wednesday - Saturday Times and events vary.

Where: Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St. Description: See artists painting all around Kerr County. Quick draw competition, receptions, awards, and wet paint show and sale.

Contact: 830-895-2911 | www.kacckerrville.com

Kerr County Celtic Festival & Annual Hill Country Highland Games When: Saturday 9 a.m.- 6 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Arts Foundation, Stonehenge II, 120 Point Theatre Rd., Ingram.

Description: Come celebrate your Celtic heritage with song and dance, and Scottish athletics.

Contact: 830-370-9492 or 713-256-1173. www.kerrcountyceltic.com

October 5

October 11 - 13

Fall Native Plant Sale & Festival When: Saturday 9 a.m.- 2 p.m.

Where: Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St. Description: Native plant & tree sale, expert advice available for success in sustainable landscaping. Speakers, exhibits, kid’s activities, and more. Contact: 830-257-4837 www.riversidenaturecenter.org

James Avery Invitational Golf Tournament When: Friday - Sunday, time vary.

Where: Comanche Trace, Riverhill & Scott Schreiner Golf Courses.

Description: A 54-hole, two-man golf tournament played over three days, at three different courses. Contact: 830-895-8500. www.comanchetrace.com

Kerr County 4-H Wild Game Dinner When: Saturday 5 p.m.

Where: Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Hwy. 27.

Description: Enjoy a feast of wild game, chicken or catfish. Auction & raffle.

Contact: 830-257-6568 | www.kerr.agrilife.org

Changes and cancellations do occur.

Please call the event or check our website for updates.

Kerrville Convention &Visitors Bureau 2108 Sidney Baker,Kerrville,TX 78028 830-792-3535 www.KerrvilleTexasCVB.com info@KerrvilleTexasCVB.com

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