Texas Hill Country Culture October 2018

LIVING

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OCTOBER 2018

BREWING IN THE BASEMENT

FIVE FRIENDS PERFECT THE CRAFT IN CRAFT BEER

IN HOT PURSUIT

KEEP YOUR EYES PEELED FOR THE GENERAL LEE

Oom-Pah-Pah RAISE A STEIN TO FREDERICKSBURG’S 38TH ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST

Walking the Walk When it was time to consider joint replacement surgery for his knee, Brian Junker’s longtime relationships with his surgeon and anesthesiologist, extensive pre-operative education from Hill Country Memorial’s Restore program, and a dedicated HCM Home Care team were the partners he needed to get him back on his feet.

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OOM-PAH-PAH 38th annual Oktoberfest promises to celebrate German heritage

Your Home in the Hill Country 41

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LIFE OF A GERMAN HOME A look back at how a Fredericksburg home housed four generations over the years

Departments

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How one business tapped into the craft beer industry

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WHEELS A part of Hazzard County brought to Kerrville

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HOME SHOWCASE One-of-a-kind Camp Verde property embodies pure historic Texas

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THE ARTS Who wouldn’t want to be a dancing chicken?

GOOD TASTE The story behind the tri-colored candy that sparks debate UNCORKED Celebrate Texas Wine Month by visiting 45 area wineries EVENTS October calendar

OUT & ABOUT

Kerrville Farmers

Market and Kerr

County 4-H Awards Ceremony

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ON THE COVER Lindsey Garza is decked out in a dirndl for Fredericksburg’s Oktoberfest.

Photo by William Houghton

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Top photo by Tom Holden; middle and bottom photo courtesy of Fredericksburg’s Oktoberfest

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October 2018 - Volume 3 - Issue 10

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Provist to German heritage Hello readers, October is here, and with it comes cooler weather, colorful leaves and flannel shirts — all of which I am very excited and ready for. But October brings something else specifically to the Hill Country: Fredericksburg’s Oktoberfest.

This year marks the 38th year the town has transformed into a German celebration, attracting more than 20,000 visitors each year. It is always a must-attend in the Hill Country and has routinely been ranked high when compared to other city’s Oktoberfests in the U.S. In fact, most say it comes in second only to the one in Munich, the birthplace of the festivities.

Although that is very impressive, there is something, or really someone, that tends to get over looked — the volunteers. It is estimated that this year’s event will have 1,400 volunteers working over the course of three days.

Considering the size of the town, that is a very impressive statistic.

From all the research I’ve done on the city, the importance of helping each other shouldn’t surprise me. When Fredericksburg was founded in 1946, helping your neighbor was something that was engraved into your brain. That is how the town thrived and became what it is today.

Growing up in the Hill Country has taught me that people take their heritage very seriously, especially Germans. That is one of the reasons this event has become so successful with the locals.

While preparing this issue, I found out how much Germans have influenced things that I would have never guessed. For instance, did you know even candy corn has a German tie to it? Well, it does. Check it out on page 32.

I also took a step back in history to learn about how the Kammlah’s, one of the original family’s that came to

Fredericksburg, lived, page 41. Their 11-room home now serves as the heart of the Pioneer Museum.

If you have ever been to Oktoberfest, you know it’s a big music and dancing occasion. There will be polkas, waltz and, of course, the Chicken Dance. Learn about it’s beginnings on page 27.

All in all, this issue has made me excited for the month of October and prepared me for what to expect at Oktoberfest, Oct. 5-7.

This month, I will remember to celebrate my German heritage. I will also thank all the people who have continued to keep the German culture so prevalent in the town that I love.

Autumn Bernhard Magazine Editor autumn@txhcculture.com

Alles hat ein Ende, nur die Wurst hat zwei Everything has an end, only the sausage has two

Photo by Amber Bernhard

Special Thanks

Correction

Texas Hill Country Culture would like to thank the Hill Country Arts Foundation for allowing us to use one of their dirndls for the cover photo.

In the September issue of Texas Hill Country Culture, a builder for a house in the Tour of Homes story was mislabeled. The 4023 Comanche Trace Drive home was built by Brad Moore Builders.

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physician, a Realtor and two construction company owners walk into a brewery. No, there’s no punch line following that sentence, because it’s just a typical day at Basement Brewers of Texas.

Add to that list an owner of a foster care adoption agency, and you have the five guys who started a brewery at 521 Clay St. late last year.

The group has always had an affection for craft beer and started brewing in Doug Landrum’s house four or five years ago.

“My wife said I needed to find somewhere else to do it; I was getting too much stuff at my house,” he said. “We were doing some work for the guy who owned the building (Chris Chedzoy) because he wanted to do something with it.”

Chris had owned the 70-year-old former wholesale produce warehouse since 2006 and was thinking about making it an office space.

“I walked in, and the first thing I saw was a basement and said we should do a brewery,” Doug said.

Chris agreed.

Now, Chris, Doug, Aaron Landrum, Randy Rose and Jon Chancellor are the proud owners of a brewery.

Photo by Tom Holden

Basement Brewers of Texas takes home brewing to another level

The beginning The group of friends always enjoyed drinking craft beer. In fact, Doug credits the frothy beverage for bringing the men together.

“We all like craft beer. We started drinking and did different tastings until we started trying to make some,” he said. “It was just an interest.”

That interest now takes up a lot more time than it used to, but the group doesn’t seem to mind.

“Now, it’s a job instead of a hobby,” Doug said laughing. “It’s still a lot of fun.”

Home vs. brewery So, the group had a place to brew their beer, but they knew if they were going to make a business out of it, new equipment would be needed.

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“We had to scale everything up for supply and demand. That’s been the biggest adjustment,” Jon said. “But we still try to keep the batches small. We keep the flavors rotating.”

In an effort to keep up with demand, they purchased larger equipment that can brew about twice as much as their home system. But, the small system can still be found in the building... in use depending on the day.

“We use it for test batches. We will make a keg of something and put it on the menu.

If it goes over well over a weekend, we will bump it up to the big system,” Doug said.

Photos by Tom Holden

The process Remember that basement that gave Doug the idea to start a brewery? Well, that’s exactly where the process of making their beers begins.

All the grain is stored and crushed in the basement. Then, the grain is transported upstairs via conveyer belt to a small room where the brewing process begins.

In the first of three 31-gallon, stainless steel barrels, water is heated to the correct temperature. It is then transferred to the second barrel, where the mash — grains and other ingredients for the specific beer — is, where it will sit for an hour to an

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HILL COUNTRY MADE hour and a half, depending on the beer.

The wort is then circulated and cleaned up before being transferred to the third barrel, where the liquid is boiled and hops are added. After that, it is run through a chiller and put into a fermenter, where it is left to cook for a couple of weeks.

Finally, the beer is put into a keg.

Trial and error As with everything, sometimes things work and other times they don’t. The beer-making process is no different.

“The best part about trying craft beers is enjoying different flavors and never wanting to settle down for just one thing,” Jon said.

“Doug’s experience is through trial and error. He’s probably the most experienced out of all of us. So he gets ideas, and we figure out how to make it happen.”

With five people brewing, each brings their own touches to the business.

“Not everyone is brewing the same thing,” Doug said.

“Everyone has their own style and brings something different.”

“It’s been nice to have that freedom,” Randy added.

“The four of us, if something fails, it’s like, ‘Oh well, we

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HILL COUNTRY MADE tried.’ I think that’s good for creativity.

We aren’t restricted by administration looking over us.”

The future The brewery is always looking to add more of their own beers to their selection and hopes to be able to take over all of their taps with their own beer.

The brewery is currently working on distribution and hopes to start canning in a month or two.

“This is about community. Yes, it is about beer — we love brewing, and we love craft beer. But, really it’s about people coming in and enjoying craft beer with family and friends,” said Randy.

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A group effort The co-owners typically brew three or four times a week.

“We each have our own role, and do what we can. That’s how we started, and it works,” Randy said.

“We get in where we fit in,” Jon added. “We pitch in when and where needed. Someone is always here.”

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A true, modern-day General Lee Local garage fulfills dream for Hill Country resident Story and photos by John and Polly Holmes

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t’s Oktoberfest, so let’s have a beer and reminisce about the good ole days when we watched the famous “Dukes of Hazzard” on TV. Remember that orange #01 1969 Dodge Charger? Bo and Luke were always jumping that car over something. It was known for its very unusual horn that played “Dixie,” the police chases, lots of crazy stunts and, of course, the boys climbing in and out through the windows because the doors were welded shut. The car was named after the civil war general Robert E. Lee, complete with a big Confederate flag painted on the roof.

There were over 300 General Lees used during the TV series. Sometimes more than one was wrecked during the shooting of just one episode. Did you know that they added 500-1,000 pounds of sand bags in the trunk to prevent the car from nosing over during the jumps? The mechanics would also raise the front end to keep the car from scraping against the ramp causing it to lose speed and to provide the stunt driver some cushion upon landing. With most of the cars being bent up pretty bad after a jump, they were retired due to structural damage.

Not all of those Chargers were ’69s. They couldn’t find enough of them so they also used 1968s, and a 1970 was used in the 2005 movie. In fact, as the series went on, the producers used to prowl the streets and put notes on the windshields of ’69 Chargers asking the owners if they would sell them the car. Most of those bad-boys had the 383 c.i.

V8s with the 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic, although some had the 440 Magnum with a manual transmission.

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Now, let’s jump to Kerrville today. Some folks contacted Roy Ward of Xtreme Outfitters with an unusual project in mind. They had a gearhead member of the family who had always wanted to have one of the original General Lees. The biggest catch? Roy had to keep it a secret since it was going to be a surprise.

It took nearly three years, but the result is a really cool “Resto-Rod” that is the spitting image of the original General Lee. It’s a 1969 Dodge Charger and the exterior looks almost exactly the same as the original. It’s even got that crazy horn; however, that’s where the similarities end.

Under the hood is a blueprinted, stroked and bored 383 punched out to 496 c.i. It has a modern fuelinjection system, huge brakes, a modified suspension, a custom built three-speed automatic transmission

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WHEELS and a custom rear end to take all of that extra power. The big brakes are the reason they couldn’t use the original 14-inch tires and rims. The interior is pretty much stock, except for the upgraded black leather instead of the original tan. Take note of the picture showing the rebel flag. That was airbrushed on the top by Joe Martin. That’s one cool ride!

Have a chuckle

Area car events

A man puts an ad in the classifieds: “Wife wanted.” The next day he received hundreds of letters.

They all said the same thing, “You can have mine.”

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16TH ANNUAL HARVEST CLASSIC MOTORCYCLE RALLY October 19-20

Tri-County Tractor Pullers Association of Rio Medina will hold a tractor pull with approximately 50 Farmall and John Deere tractors participating.

This fundraiser for Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Program of Any Baby Can features bike games, show, trials, swap meet, raffle, live auction, great barbecue and live music.

Visit the website for a complete schedule of events and registration information.

8 a.m.-midnight both days; Luckenbach, 412 Luckenbach Town Loop; 830-997-3224, luckenbachtexas.com

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THE KEY TO THE HILLS ROD RUN October 13-14 This 32nd annual event brings together all the best when it comes to hot rods. The show features a pre-1949 cut-off year (1948 and earlier) which distinguishes it from a “classic car show” (1949-1964).

There will be almost 500 coupes, sedans and roadsters from all over the country.

Cars will be on display on Main Plaza and throughout downtown.

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SPYDERS IN THE HILLS RALLY October 18-20 This rally for Can Am Spyder riders (three-wheeled motorcycles) features multiple daily rides on the scenic back roads of the Texas Hill Country, evening meet and greets and Spyder education and demo rides.

All day; The Pavilion Food Park and Event Center, 826 Johns Road, Boerne

THE ALL BRITISH CAR DAY October 27 This British automobile extravaganza is open to all British automobile marquees.

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The arrival of October brings a reminder to all Germans of where they came from and their heritage. With that, comes the annual celebration of Oktoberfest.

Fredericksburg Oktoberfest is scheduled for Oct. 5-7 and marks the 38th year of the annual festival.

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he aroma of sizzling bratwurst, the sounds of accordions and tubas and the roars of prosit will be heard in downtown Fredericksburg on Oct. 5-7 when Oktoberfest transforms Marktplatz into a German celebration.

Since 1981, that celebration has been paying homage to Fredericksburg’s German heritage, and this year will be no exception.

The oom-pah-pah echo of 37 previous years will carry over in the hearts and minds of people who have made the event an annual tradition.

“I’m looking forward to all the camaraderie shared by all, the excitement and the gemütlichkeit (friendliness). It’s an amazing family festival,” said Event Producer Debbie Farquhar.

Many people have rated Fredericksburg’s Oktoberfest second to only the original location in Munich.

The beginning The start of Oktoberfest dates back to 1810, when Bavarian Crown Prince Louis, later King Louis I of Bavaria, married Princess Therese von Sachsen-Hildburghausen.

According to the History Channel, the Bavarian royalty invited the citizens of Munich to attend the festivities on Oct. 12 in the fields in the front of the city gates.

There, horse races concluded the popular event, celebrated in different forms across Bavaria.

The decision to repeat the festivities and races the subsequent year gave rise to the annual celebration, Oktoberfest. Today, it is celebrated in Munich from late September to the

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Alcohol consumption is an important part of the modern festival.

And Fredericksburg’s is no different.

In fact, more than 50 varieties of German, American, Texan and other imported beers will be on tap.

Oktoberfest in the Hill Country The Pedernales Creative Arts Alliance began and orchestrates the annual event in an effort to fund youth arts and music scholarships, as well as community arts and music programs.

It started in Fredericksburg with the specific intent to support the arts and music. Its success has enabled many young people to go to college and study fine arts.

“Oktoberfest makes it possible for us to have 14 local students studying the arts this year,” Debbie said. “We provide scholarships to help pay for their education. It also enables us to support local arts programs.”

Photos courtesy of Fredericksburg’s Oktoberfest

What to expect The family-oriented event, poised to attract 25,000 visitors this year, transforms the center of town into a German party, complete with authentic German food, dancing, shopping and, of course, beer.

Oktoberfest attracts many visitors for just the shopping opportunities.

More than 40 juried artisans from across the state fill two large tents, offering their best arts and collectibles.

In another tent, a select group of local Hill Country artists will be selling their fine arts to the public in a rare showing.

One of the best parts of any celebration in Fredericksburg is the hearty menu of delicious German and American foods. More than a dozen vendors will be serving up a variety of sausage on a stick and plates of sauerkraut, potato pancakes and other scrumptious goodies.

Kids are welcome and have their own fun to be had with a bungee jump and slide, games and activities, including a stilt walker, magician and face painter.

For more information, visit oktoberfestinfbg.com or call 830-997-4810.

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What to look forward to

• Enjoy bratwurst • Ringing the Bell at The High Striker (plus a junior size striker and kiddie striker for children) • Polkas and waltzes • KinderPark games for children • Eating the legendary potato pancakes and funnel cakes • Beer and Hymns Saturday sponsored by Pedernales Brewing Company • Oompah at its best with four stages all weekend long • Partaking of a wide variety of domestic, Texas and German beer

Events you don’t want to miss • 5:45 p.m. Friday: OkTUBAfest • 6 p.m. Friday: Meet the Shiner (Spoetzl Brewery) brew master • 7 p.m. Friday: Welcome to the Leinie Side, meet one of the Leinenkugel’s founders • 8 a.m. Saturday: Rotary Kraut Run • 9 a.m. Saturday: Hauptstrasse Chicken Dance • 1 p.m. Saturday: Samuel Adams Stein Hoist • Noon Sunday: Strassen Zelt 42 Tournament • 2:30 p.m. Sunday: Lederhosen Contest • Sunday afternoon in Strassen Zelt: Mario’s Accordion

Quick facts Gates open at 6 p.m. on Oct. 5, 10 a.m. Oct. 6 and 11 a.m. Oct. 7.

Oktoberfest closes at midnight on Friday and Saturday and at 6 p.m. on Sunday.

Admission is $8 for adults, $1 for children 7-12 and children 6 and younger are free. There is also a two-day pass available for $14 and a three-day pass for $18. Admission is good for an entire day.

Parking is available all around Marktplatz, but there is also a park and ride option. Parking will be at the Gillespie County Fairgrounds and a shuttle will drive you to the event.

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Traditions to take part in • OkTUBAfest- Come enjoy the ninth annual OkTUBAfest. Tuba players will line the area just inside the front gate. They will play from 5:45 to 6:15 p.m. on Oct. 5.

• 2018 Kraut Run- Celebrate Oktoberfest with this ninth annual 5K and 8K Run/5K non-timed walk sponsored by Fredericksburg Morning Rotary to benefit literacy programs. A kids’ obstacle course for ages 7-10 starts at 8 a.m. Oct. 6, and the run and walk starts at 8:30 a.m. For more information, visit fbgkrautrun.com • Hauptstrasse Chicken Dance- Bring your family and line up to be a part of the Hauptstrasse Chicken Dance in front of the square. Sign up begins at 9 a.m.

Oct. 6, and there will be a prize for the first 380 people who register.

The dance will begin promptly at 9:30 a.m.

• 42 Tournament- Love playing 42 dominos? Then join in the fun for the tournament in the Strassen Zelt on Adams. Registration begins at noon on Oct. 7, and the tournament begins at 1 p.m. Prizes will be given for the first, second and third place teams.

Photos courtesy of Fredericksburg’s Oktoberfest

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Oompah, polka, waltz...

Oh my T he sounds of Oktoberfest will echo through the streets of Fredericksburg on Oct. 5-7. Musicians playing accordions and tubas will entertain the large crowds at Oktoberfest this year.

With four covered stages, it is easy to see that there is a large emphasis on the music.

The focus is put on German favorites of oompah, polka and waltzing, giving visitors plenty of opportunities to dance.

Bands scheduled to perform this year include Oma & The Oompahs, Arion Mäennerchor, Comal Community Band, Jodie Mikula Orchestra, Austin Polka Band, Schuhplattlers, Seven Dutchmen, Walburg Boys, Polkamatics, Boerne Village Band, Boerne Village Ensemble, Hermann Sons Mixed Choir, Cloverleaf Orchestra, Czech Melody Masters, Czechaholics, Czech & Then Some, Chris Rybak, Swingin’ Dutchmen, Off The Grid, TubaMeisters, Fredericksburg Filharmonic, Fredericksburg Akkordion Klub, Yodel Blitz, ReedMeisters, Mario’s Accordion, Herschel Moody, Shirley Johnson, and Beer & Hymns with Exit 505.

Check out the full schedule of the entertainment on the next page.

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Friday

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MAIN STREET MUSIK 6 p.m.

Oma & The Oompahs 9 p.m.

TubaMeisters

STRASSEN ZELT KINDER HALLE 6 p.m.

Czechaholics 9 p.m.

Chris Rybak

6 p.m.

Boerne Village Band 8 p.m.

Walburg Boys 10 p.m.

Seven Dutchmen

ADELSVEREINS HALLE 6 p.m.

Off the Grid 8 p.m.

Czech & Then Some 9:30 p.m.

Off the Grid

KINDER HALLE

Saturday

MAIN STREET MUSIK 10 a.m.

Czech Melody Masters 12:30 p.m.

Oma & The Oompahs 3 p.m.

Cloverleaf Orchestra 5:30 p.m.

ReedMeisters 8 p.m.

TubaMeisters

10 a.m.

Cloverleaf Orchestra Noon Hermann Sons Mixed Choir 12:30 p.m.

Czech & Then Some 3 p.m.

Jodie Mikula Orchestra 5:30 p.m.

Czechaholics 8 p.m.

Jodie Mikula Orchestra 10 p.m.

Czech & Then Some

Sunday

MAIN STREET MUSIK 11 a.m.

Boerne Village Ensemble 12:30 p.m.

ReedMeisters 2 p.m.

Swingin’ Dutchmen 4 p.m.

Fredericksburg Filharmonic

STRASSEN ZELT 10:30 a.m.

TubaMeisters 12:30 a.m.

Yodel Blitz 3 p.m.

Austin Polka Band 6 p.m.

Yodel Blitz 7:30 p.m.

Schuhplattlers 9:30 p.m.

Chris Rybak

ADELSVEREINS HALLE 10 a.m.

Arion Männerchor 10:45 a.m.

Comal Community Band 12:45 p.m.

Schuhplattlers 2:30 p.m.

Walburg Boys 4:45 p.m.

Chris Rybak 7 p.m.

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Oma & The Oompahs 4 p.m.

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I wanna dance with some... chicken?

Get up and shake a tail feather to this popular song

By Autumn Bernhard

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t’s easily recognizable. It’s easy to follow the steps. The only hard part is to try to fight the urge to join in the fun. It’s the “Chicken Dance.” And if you’ve ever been to Oktoberfest, you know you will hear the tune echoing throughout Marktplatz in Fredericksburg.

We all know the moves and words, but when asked where the oh-so-famous dance came from, most of us come up blank. So in preparation for having to “shake my butt,” I did some digging on the story behind the beloved dance.

Before I continue, I have to point out I recently heard a poll that said the “Chicken Dance” is one of the most annoying songs played at weddings.

If you fall under that opinion, just know that Oktoberfest fully embraces the dance and song.

Photo courtesy of Fredericksburg’s Oktoberfest

What’s in a name?

Although we now associate the song with chickens, that hasn’t always been the case. In fact, when written by a Swiss accordion player in the late 1950s, the song was named “Der Ententanz” or “The Duck Dance.” In his 20s, Werner Thomas tended a flock of ducks and geese, thus the choice in composition title.

It wasn’t until the early 1960s that Werner began performing his song at his restaurant, where he started noticing an immediate reaction from the crowd: They began to move with the beat.

Werner decided to rename the song “TchirpTchrip” to imitate the sound of a bird. Although it didn’t grow in popularity outside of the town, when a Belgian music publisher stopped in to Werner’s restaurant in 1971, he took a liking to it and added words in his native language — Dutch.

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To America Credit for bringing the song stateside goes to New York publisher Stanley Mills. After acquiring the U.S. publishing rights, Stanley added English lyrics to the tune that went, “Hey you’re in the swing/You’re cluckin’ like a bird/You’re flapping your wings/Don’t feel absurd.” The lyrics never caught on and since have faded into obscurity.

Stanley didn’t give up on the song, however.

And in the 1980s, the ballad began appearing at Oktoberfests and other events. What he didn’t know was the song had a new name, the “Chicken Dance.”

According to Werner, the name came about all on its own. In fact, when he was contacted for permission to use the “Chicken Dance” on a dance party record, he said he didn’t own anything with that name. It wasn’t until he was played the song over the phone that he realized the man was referencing “Der Ententanz.”

Since then, the melody has pecked its way into the mainstream, giving everyone a reason to loosen up and dance. And maybe that’s the beauty of it — its ubiquity, while still remaining simple with only a few notes repeated at faster tempos as the song progresses.

So a big thank you is due to Werner for creating a song that has become such a staple for Oktoberfest and Stanley for bringing it to the U.S. Enjoy your dance!

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Photos courtesy of Fredericksburg’s Oktoberfest

The song quickly became a success in Europe.

So successful that, in 1980, the Dutch band De Electonica’s released a cover of it, named “De Vogeltjesdans” or “Dance Little Bird,” that spent 29 weeks on the Dutch charts, peaking at No. 8.

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OCTOBER 3-6: Wet Paint Show & Sale

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10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday-Monday, 4-8 p.m. October 5 reception; Fredericksburg Art Guild, 308 E. Austin St., Fredericksburg; 830-456-2987, fredericksburgartguild.org

OCTOBER 4-25: People: My Observations Art Exhibit

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays; Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St., Kerrville; 830-895-2911, kacckerrville.com

OCTOBER 5: First Friday Art Walk

10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday; look for the galleries flying the Art Walk flag in Fredericksburg; 830-997-6523, ffawf.com

OCTOBER 6, 13, 20, 27: Art and Vino Painting Class

5-7 p.m. Saturdays; Yellow Door Studio, 810 N. Llano St., Fredericksburg; 830-992-3016, theyellowdoorstudio.com/art-and-vino

OCTOBER 6: Hank and My Honky Tonk Heroes

7:30 p.m. Saturday; Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St., Kerrville; 830-896-9393, caillouxtheater.com

OCTOBER 11: A Musical Legacy-Mozart to Bernstein

6:30 p.m. wine and cheese reception, 7:30 p.m. concert Saturday; Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St., Kerrville; 830-792-7469, symphonyofthehills.org

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OCTOBER 12-13: Chalk on the Walls Art Exhibit 10 a.m.-4 p.m. both days; Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St., Kerrville; 830-895-2911, kacckerrville.com

OCTOBER 13-14: Kerrville Chalk Festival

10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday; Peterson Plaza, 701 Main St., Kerrville; 830-895-5222, kerrvillechalk.org

OCTOBER 13: Second Saturday Art Beat 4-8 p.m. Saturday; banners displayed in Boerne; 210-954-6659

OCTOBER 13: Baby Boomer Comedy

7:30 p.m. Saturday; Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St., Kerrville; 830-896-9393, caillouxtheater.com

OCTOBER 18-DECEMBER 31: Friends and Family Ties Art Show 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursdays-Mondays; Fredericksburg Art Guild, 308 E. Austin St., Fredericksburg; 830-456-2987, fredericksburgartguild.org

OCTOBER 19-NOVEMBER 4: “Witness for the Prosecution” 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30 p.m. October 28, November 4; Playhouse 2000 VK Garage, 910 Main St., Kerrville; 830-896-9393, playhouse2000.com

OCTOBER 19-NOVEMBER 9: Richard Loffler Solo Exhibition 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Tuesdays and Saturdays, 6-8 p.m.

October 20 reception; InSight Gallery, 214 Main St., Fredericksburg; 830-997-9920, insightgallery.com

OCTOBER 20: ‘50s Rock ‘n Roll Celebration 4 p.m. Saturday; Rockbox Theater, 109 N. Llano St., Fredericksburg; 830-997-7625, rockboxtheater.com

OCTOBER 21: Texas Guitar Quartet

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3 p.m. Sunday; Fredericksburg United Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano St., Fredericksburg; 830-990-2886, fredericksburgmusicclub.com

OCTOBER 21: Michael Card, Christian Singer-Songwriter

3 p.m. Saturday; Rockbox Theater, 109 N. Llano St., Fredericksburg; 830-997-7625, rockboxtheater.com

OCTOBER 26-27: Boerne Handmade Market

7-10 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday; Cana Ballroom, 202 W. Kronkosky St., Boerne; 210-663-9046, boernehandmademarket.com

OCTOBER 27: Points West Art Exhibit 212 Quinlan St. Kerrville, Texas

Monday thru Friday 10 to 6 Saturday 10 to 2:30

10 a.m.-4 p.m. exhibit, 6-9 p.m. reception Saturday; Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St., Kerrville; 830-895-2911, kacckerrville.com All listings from area convention and visitors bureaus.

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GOOD TASTE

Love or hate?

Which side do you belong to on this iconic Halloween candy

By Autumn Bernhard

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t seems like you either love it or you hate it. And the majority of people tend to gravitate to the latter. It closely resembles what fruitcake is to Christmas — a food that seems to be everywhere, but you question if anyone actually enjoys the stuff. But with all that being said, the story behind the making of candy corn is one of pure success... and sugar.

Candy corn has stood the test of time, with its creation dating back to the 1880s. George Renninger, a candymaker of the Wunderle Candy Company in Philadelphia, is credited with inventing the recipe of the tricolored candies.

During this time, there were two men named Gustav and Albert who had left their home in the Harz Mountain region of Germany to move to Illinois. There, they opened and ran a successful candy making business. However, the brothers had to sell their business, Goelitz Brothers Candy Company, after the Panic of 1893.

In 1898, Gustav’s sons opened up a Cincinnati based candy company, Goelitz Confectionary Company. By 1900, the company took over production of candy corn and became the nation’s largest producer of the sweet treat.

Back then, the fake corn was marketed as chicken feed in a box with a rooster on the front. The candy was intended to appeal to America’s agricultural roots. Each piece was made by hand in a large kettle.

Today, the candy is produced by machines.

One thing hasn’t changed: the recipe. The Goelitz Confectionary Company, today the Jelly Belly Candy Company, continues to make the treat out of the same ingredients: a mix of sugar, fondant, corn syrup, vanilla, marshmallow creme and food coloring.

According to the National Confectioners Association, 35 million pounds of candy corn are produced each year, equaling 9 billion pieces.

Although today when we see candy corn we associate it with Halloween, that hasn’t always been the case. In fact, it used to be marketed as a year-round candy.

It wasn’t until the 1950s when people started handing out individually-wrapped candy to trickor-treaters that the candy became associated specifically with Halloween.

The Goelitz Confectionary Company was unable to keep up with the high demand of the sugary bites. So over the years it added factories, and by 1951, there were 12 factories around the country.

The candy has become so popular it has its own holiday, October 30 is National Candy Corn Day. Nowadays, there are different variations of the candy. In fact, manufacturers produce Indian corn, with a brown end instead of yellow for Thanksgiving; reindeer corn, red and green for Christmas; cupid corn, red and pink for Valentine’s Day; bunny corn, white and various bright colors for Easter; and freedom corn, red, white and blue for July 4.

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By Autumn Bernhard

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he weather is getting cooler, leaves are about to change and the scenery in the Hill Country has become even more beautiful.

It’s is officially October. While the month is typically the time to focus on ale, brews and lagers, October also puts the spotlight on another spirit in the Hill Country: wine.

October 1 marks the beginning of Texas Wine Month, a time to celebrate the local wineries scattered throughout the Lone Star State. And with the Hill Country being the heart of the Texas wine industry, the event is sure to bring visitors from miles away.

To celebrate the month-long event, Texas Hill Country Wineries offers wine connoisseurs and novices alike an opportunity to sip, savor and experience what Hill Country wine has to offer.

The purchase of a wine passport gives you the opportunity to explore 45 wineries over 31 days. The main rules to remember: You can only attend four wineries a day. At each winery, after you present your passport, you receive a full, complimentary tasting.

For the past 19 years, this event has been a sellout event, and it’s clear to see why: • With having a whole month to visit each winery, there is no feeling of being rushed, allowing you time to enjoy each winery and the people.

• Visiting all the wineries helps the local wine industry flourish, while helping your wine collection flourish as well.

• And, with the Hill Country becoming more and more winery friendly, the event continues to grow each year.

Tickets are $75 for couples and $45 for individuals.

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Participating wineries

*These maps were provided by Texas Hill Country Wineries. Not all wineries participating in Texas Wine Month are denoted on the maps.

There are also wineries on the map that are not participating in the event.

• 1) 1851 Vineyards, Thursday-Sunday • 2) 4.0 Cellars, 7 days a week • 3) Armadillos Leap, 7 days a week • 4) Becker Vineyards, 7 days a week • 5) Bell Springs Winery, 7 days a week • 6) Bending Branch Winery, Thursday-Sunday • 7) Bent Oak Winery, Friday-Sunday • 8) Branch On High, Thursday-Sunday • 9) Chisholm Trail Winery, Thursday-Monday • 11) Driftwood Estate, 7 days a week • 12) Dry Comal Creek Vineyards, 7 days a week • 13) Duchman Family Winery, 7 days a week • 14) Fall Creek Vineyards at TOW, 7 days a week • 15) Fiesta Winery Lometa, 7 days a week • 16) Fiesta Winery 290, 7 days a week • 20) Grape Creek Vineyards, Sunday-Friday • 21) Hawk’s Shadow Winery, Saturday by appointment • 22) Hye Meadow Winery, Monday, WednesdaySunday, Closed on October 14 • 23) Inwood Estate Winery & Bistro, Sunday-Friday • 24) Kerrville Hills Winery, Thursday-Monday • 25) Kuhlman Cellars, by appointment only • Not numbered) Longhorn Cellars, ThursdaySunday and Monday-Wednesday by appointment only • 27) Lost Draw Cellars, Sunday- Friday and Saturday by appointment only • 30) Messina Hof Hill Country, 7 days a week (Reservation required for parties of more than five) • Not numbered) Narrow Path Winery at Albert, Thursday-Saturday • 31) Old Man Scary Cellars, 6 days a week, closed Tuesday • 32) Pedernales Cellars, , 7 days a week (Reservations required on Saturday) • 33) Perissos Vineyards & Winery, Friday-Sunday • 34) Pillar Bluff Vineyards, Friday-Sunday • 35) Pontotoc Vineyard, Friday-Sunday • 37) Ron Yates, 7 days a week • Not numbered) Saint Tryphon Farm & Vineyards, Thursday-Sunday (reservation recommended) • 38) Singing Water Vineyards, Thursday-Monday • 39) Sister Creek Vineyards, 7 days a week • 40) Solaro Estate Winery, 7 days a week • 41) Spicewood Vineyards, Wednesday-Sunday • 42) Stone House Vineyard, Monday, ThursdaySunday or by appointment • 43) Texas Hills Vineyard, 7 days a week • 44) Texas Legato, Thursday-Monday, or by appointment • 45) Torr Na Lochs Vineyard & Winery, ThursdaySunday • 47) Wedding Oak Winery at San Saba, 7 days a week • 48) Wedding Oak Winery at Wildseed Farms, 7 days a week • 50) William Chris Vineyards, by appointment only • 51) Wimberley Valley Winery, 7 days a week • 52) Woodrose Winery, 7 days a week OCTOBER 2018 | TEXAS

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A step back in time Pioneer Museum highlights life of early German settlers Story and photos by Autumn Bernhard

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LIFE OF A GERMAN HOME

rbeit macht das leben suss; faulheit schwact die glieder! That phrase can be seen in the building of the White Oak School on the grounds of the Pioneer Museum in Fredericksburg. The German phrase translates to “Work makes life sweet; laziness stiffens the joints!�

That was the way of life for the Germans when they came to the Hill Country.

The push for Germans to come to Texas began in 1831, when Frederick Ernst acquired land in Austin County. Although the Bavarian government discouraged emigration, there was a lot of publicity regarding Texas.

In the mid-1840s, Germans looking for a better life were reading and hearing about Texas as a land of limitless opportunity. So, many made the decision to face obstacles to come to the land with available space and an abundance of wild game.

The largest immigration of Germans came in the 1840s when the Adelsverein, The Society for the Protection of German Immigrants in Texas, assisted thousands in coming to Central Texas and establishing settlements like Fredericksburg and New Braunfels.

Fredericksburg was founded on May 8, 1846, under the name of Friedrichsburg, honoring Prince Frederick of Prussia. Settlers received lots in town with an additional 10 acres outside of town. Upon arrival, the colonists planted corn, built structures to store their provisions and prepare for the arrival of more immigrants.

According to census records, by 1850, Fredericksburg

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All photos were of artifacts, rooms and buildings at the Pioneer Museum. The Old Kammlah House is pictured below.

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had 754 residents.

In the first group of immigrants to the Fredericskburg area were Heinrich (Henry) and Auguste Kammlah and their two sons. When the family began building their front house, in 1849, which included the store they ran and two rooms, they constructed it using the traditional German technique of fachwerk.

Fachwerk, also called “half-timber,” uses support timbers and then filling the spaces with rock and mortar.

The Kammlah house, along with others in and around Fredericksburg, were filled with rock and mortar.

The two original rooms were used for a kitchen and living quarters for Henry and Auguste, with the children sleeping in the attic. As the family grew, new sections to the house were added, including a second kitchen with a 10-foot fireplace.

In 1870, Henry Kammlah II and his wife, Amalia, opened the front house as a general store, where they sold food, clothing, cosmetics and produce. When Henry I died in 1875, he left the structure to his son.

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LIFE OF A GERMAN HOME When Henry II took possession of the property, he built a back house to accommodate his six children and the six children of his deceased brother, tripling the size of the home. This was a completely separate building that housed a third kitchen and two bedrooms. He also built a smokehouse behind the home.

After it was all said and done, the home amounted to 11 rooms, a general store, a smokehouse and barn, with four generations of Kammlahs living in the house up through the 1940s. The store was open until 1924.

The property was purchased by the Gillespie County Historical Society in 1956 and was restored before it opened to the public in 1958. The residence now acts as the heart of the Pioneer Museum. This museum serves as one of the best ways to get a look at the story of early German settlers in Fredericskburg.

The 3.5-acre historical village also includes the 1876 Fassel-Roeder House, 1880 Walton-Smith log cabin and 1904 Weber Sunday House. The Vereins Kirche is also part of the museum, located in Marketplatz.

It also showcases hundreds of everyday artifacts in each building, four of which are in their original spot from early Fredericksburg.

The Pioneer Museum is located at 325 W. Main St. in Fredericksburg. The museum is open Monday-Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit pioneermuseum.net or call 830-990-8441.

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HOME SHOWCASE with central air and heat.

Large picture windows look out at the pecan groves, the sprawling pastures where deer love to graze and the old swimming holes along crystal-clear Verde Creek. Two curved stone staircases wind down to the large grotto and covered patio that are just waiting for their next grilling party.

And that’s just the main house. The cozy twobedroom guest house is perfect for out-of-town friends and family.

This quiet, gated backcountry property is ready to be a small horse ranch, a bed-and-breakfast or a retreat from the busy world, with two large multi-port garages, equipment sheds, horse stalls and a stone supply tower from a bygone era.

Whether you are looking for a rustic homestead that’s move-in-ready or a vintage canvas to update with your personal touch, this Camp Verde property has something for you. But like most homes in the area, it won’t be available for long.

Call Toni Manchester, broker, with Century 21 The Hills Realty, at 830-928-2153 today to schedule your visit.

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By the numbers

Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 5 full, 2 half Garage: 3 car Acreage: 21.88 Square footage: 5,758 Living room: 13.9 feet by 19.5 feet Dining: 17 feet by 11 feet Great room: 33 feet by 12 feet Den: 14 feet by 41 feet Kitchen: 15 feet by 11 feet Master bedroom: 18 feet by 32 feet Bedroom two: 24 feet by 35 feet Bedroom three: 25 feet by 14 feet Bedroom four: 11 feet by 15 feet Master bathroom: 12 feet by 14 feet Laundry room: 8 feet by 10 feet Price: $1,395,000 Address: 1000 FM 480, Camp Verde

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October Calendar This month offers golf tournaments, fun runs, a fair, Halloween fun, more FIRST RESPONDERS BENEFIT GOLF TOURNAMENT October 1 Shotgun start, four-person Texas Scramble with Peoria scoring format. All funds raised go to first responders training and education. Awards and presentations for winners.

Noon Monday; Riverhill Country Club Golf Course, 100 Riverhill Club Lane East, Kerrville; 830-792-1143

KERR COUNTY CELTIC FESTIVAL & HILL COUNTRY HIGHLAND GAMES October 6-7 Come enjoy the Texas Hill Country and celebrate Celtic heritage with song, dance and Scottish athletics.

There will be artisans demonstrating their wares and skills. Archery, music, dancing and pipes and drums.

Come sample the food, enjoy activities and learn the history of the Celtic Nations.

9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday; Stonehenge II, 120 S. Point Theatre Road, Ingram; 713-256-1173, kerrcountyceltic.com

9TH ANNUAL OKTOBERFEST KRAUT RUN October 6 Be a part of the official running event of Oktoberfest.

An 8K run and 5K non-timed walk through quaint Fredericksburg streets. A German-themed postrace celebration follows the race. All proceeds benefit Fredericksburg ISD literacy programs.

The event starts and ends at the Fredericksburg Middle School. Visit the website for registration and other information as it becomes available.

7 a.m.-noon Saturday; Fredericksburg Middle School, 110 West Travis St., Fredericksburg; 806-543-3926, fbgkrautrun.com 50

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The Museum of Western Art

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•Through October 27 35th Annual Western Art Exhibition and Sale •November 6 - December 29 Gifts of the Season: A Holiday Miniature Show and Sale. Add to your collection or buy as gifts

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•November 3 and December 1 Adult art class •November 10 Turkey Time Children’s Class •December 6 Christmas Open House •December 8 Winter Crafts Children’s Class “Little One from Chinle” by Sherry Harrington

1550 Bandera Highway • Kerrville, Texas 830.896.2553 • museumofwesternart.com

Still dying for a cigarette?

Worldwide, smoking related disease kills one in ten adults, and increases the risk for these health problems:

* Cancers of the lungs, blood, cervix, pancreas, stomach, kidney and bladder * Cataracts * Gum disease and tooth loss * Damage to the immune system * Increase risk for infection * Peptic ulcers * Pregnancy complications and premature birth * Fertility problems in women * Premature aging and wrinkling of the skin * Weakened bones and hip fractures in older women If you’re still not convinced of the dangers of smoking, take a look at the smoking page on our Website.

If you are worried about your health, call us. Hypnosis works!

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Call for appointment 830.792.1138 104 Homestead Drive, Kerrville, Texas 78028 www.sheehanearlyhypnosis.com

EVENTS FALL NATIVE PLANT SALE & FESTIVAL October 6 Come purchase native plants and trees, and get expert advice for success in sustainable landscaping. There will be speakers, demos and activities for all ages.

REVOLUTIONIZE YOUR HEALTH

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St., Kerrville; 830-257-4837, riversidenaturecenter.org

7TH ANNUAL SALVATION ARMY OPEN GOLF TOURNAMENT October 8 Richard B. Johnson, JR. M.D.

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Personal, individual attention is the key to concierge medicine. The practice of concierge medicine means that the physician limits the number of patients in his panel. For the patient, it means that your physician is available to you.

Truly available. If you need an appointment today, you can have an appointment today.

If you need to consult with your physician at night or on the weekend, you can.

Dr. Richard Johnson

This four-person scramble with a shotgun start benefits The Salvation Army Boys & Girls Club of Kerrville.

Funds will go toward awarding financial scholarships to assist the over 50 percent of club member families who rely on financial scholarships to attend the club; educational field trips and guest speakers; and technology upgrades.

11:30 a.m. check in, 12:30 p.m. shotgun Monday; Riverhill Country Club Golf Course, 100 E. Riverhill Club Lane, Kerrville; 830-315-5759, kerrvillekroc.org

JAMES AVERY INVITATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENT October 12-14 The 15th Annual James Avery Invitational is a 54–hole, two-man golf tournament played over three days, at three different courses in Kerrville.

Flights 1 through 5 play best ball and flights 6 through 8 will play a scramble at Comanche Trace, shamble at Riverhill and best ball at Scott Schreiner.

As My PersonAlized CAre PAtient you’ll enjoy...

Times vary; Comanche Trace, Riverhill and Scott Schreiner golf courses, Kerrville; 830-895-8500, jamesaveryinvitational.com

3 Executive-style annual physical 3 Appointments that last as long as necessary 3 Same or next day appointments 3 24/7 availability via my personal phone 3 My undivided attention 3 Office visits for your visiting friends and family

KERRVILLE SUNRISE LIONS CLUB COLOR FUN 5K October 13

Richard B. Johnson Jr., M.D.

Kerrville Sunrise Lions club will host a 5K run/walk with proceeds benefiting the Kerrville Sunrise Lions Club, a nonprofit organization providing programs for the public and to the Texas Lions Camp.

Strollers are welcome at this family-friendly event. There will be refreshments and music after the race.

7:30-10:30 a.m. Saturday; Texas Lion’s Camp, 4100 San Antonio Highway, Kerrville; runsignup.com/Race/TX/Kerrville/SunriseLionsColorFunRun

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MOUNTAIN HOME VFD ANNUAL STEAK DINNER FUNDRAISER October 13

703 Hill Country Dr., Ste 101 • Kerrville 830-257-5500

4-9 p.m. Saturday; Mountain Home VFD, 5475 Junction Highway, Mountain Home; 830-866-3310, mountainhomevfd.org

Come enjoy a steak dinner with all the trimmings, live auction, raffle games and a bouncy house for the kids.

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CHAMBER CHOICE AWARDS 96TH ANNUAL BANQUET October 18 Come join the chamber for a festive evening honoring its members at the 96th annual event. This year’s theme is Boots and Bling, so western chic attire is encouraged, but not required. The banquet will include cocktails with dinner, awards and a drawing, as well as live and silent auctions. The event is open to the public.

5:30-9 p.m. Thursday; Inn Of The Hills Hotel & Conference Center, 1001 Junction Highway, Kerrville; 830-896-1155, kerrvilletx.com

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BIRD WALK & TALK October 20 Meet Paul and Deloris Sellin for a birding walk along the Kerrville River Trail on the Guadalupe River. All ages welcome.

8-9:30 a.m. Saturday; Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos St., Kerrville; 830-257-4837, riversidenaturecenter.org

BLUES, BREWS & BEST BBQ/CHILI COOK-OFF October 20

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9TH ANNUAL KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BESTFEST October 20 Featuring craft beer, an all-you-can-eat specialty sausage meal, polka and country bands, dancing, 21-gun salute” raffle, mule raffle, bucket raffles and children’s activities.

Beer, wine and soft drinks available for purchase.

Entertainers scheduled to perform include Dutch Treat, Fritz Hodde and the Fabulous Six and Felix Truvere & The Open Road Band.

11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday; Marktplatz, 100 block of West Main St., Fredericksburg; 830-456-6279, kcbestfest.com

BAUBLES & BEADS “ROARING FOR A CURE” STYLE SHOW, LUNCHEON & EMPORIUM October 23 The Executive Women’s Club 17th annual event includes a fashion show and emporium features vendors from all over the Hill Country. The money raised benefits local women and families.

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday; Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Texas 27, Kerrville; executivewomensclub.org 52

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Come out to the second annual cook-off, where you can sample culinary treats and let the bands take you back to the great blues of the past. There will be fun for the whole family, including face painting, tug-o-war, bounce house, hay bale search, food, beer, wine, local vendors and barbecue/chili judging.

11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday; River Star Arts & Event Park, 4000 Riverside Drive, Kerrville; 830-792-3338

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EVENTS KERR COUNTY FAIR & CARNIVAL/MIDWAY October 25-28 This event promotes agricultural and heritage skills with a family environment with activities including judged exhibits, cook-offs, 4-H and FFA jackpot show, carnival and midway, stage entertainment, bull riding, mutton busting, stick horse races, dance, scholarship pageant, vendors, youth activities, food and fun for all ages.

5-10 p.m. Thursday, 5-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m.

Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday; Kerr County Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 Texas 27, Kerrville; 830-257-6833, kerrcountyfair.com

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THE SALVATION ARMY 8TH ANNUAL PUMPKIN RUN & HARVEST FESTIVAL October 27 This event includes a 5K/10K run/walk and a free kid’s run. After the run, stay for the fun. Join in for free food, games, costume contest, music, awards and more.

8 a.m. Saturday; The Kerrville Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 201 Holdsworth Drive, Kerrville; 830-315-5762, kerrvillekroc.org

BIKE THE BURG October 27 Bike the Burg is an incredible cycling experience through the scenic Texas Hill Country. There are multiple routes and a family fun ride. Rest stops will be located along the routes, which will be stocked with refreshments. Routes begin and end at Ambleside School where food and drinks will be available along with live music.

9 a.m. Saturday; Ambleside School (formerly the Fredericksburg Dance Hall), 406 Post Oak Road, Fredericksburg; biketheburgtx.com

“HOLIDAY MAGIC” CRAFTS SALE October 27 Presented by the Hill Country Caring Crafters, this event gives you the opportunity to start the holiday season and shop for Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations; handmade crafts; gifts for friends and family; baby gifts; boutique items; jewelry; and bake sale. There will be a light lunch and quilt raffle drawing at 3 p.m.

9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday; Elks Lodge, 1907 Junction Highway, Kerrville; 830-367-5758

ALTERNATIVE GIFT MARKET October 27 Get an early start on Christmas shopping with purchasing handmade jewelry, baskets, metal art, scarves, crosses, nativities and other gifts from around the world. Proceeds will go to organizations that promote human dignity and social justice and make a difference in individuals’ lives.

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EVENTS FREDERICKSBURG FOOD & WINE FEST October 27 This 28th annual event is a grand celebration of Texas food and wine. Texas gourmet chefs will be demonstrating culinary talents at the Grape Expectations Cooking School and also feature the Gargantuan Great Grape Toss, silent auction and live entertainment.

Noon-7 p.m. Saturday; Marktplatz, 100 block of West Main St., Fredericksburg; 830-997-8515, fbgfoodandwinefest.com

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BOERNE BOO CELEBRATION October 27

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Come celebrate with the city of Boerne with mule rides, a balloon sculptor, face painting, arts and crafts, bounce houses, trunk or treat, a costume contest and Boo Cycle Contest — decorate your bicycles for a parade with prizes.

4-7 p.m. Saturday; Patrick Heath Public Library, 451 N. Main St., Boerne; 830-248-1503, ci.boerne.tx.us

HALLOWEEN TRUNK OR TREAT October 27 Come out and enjoy this free family fun. Activities include trunk-or-treating from cars, games and refreshments.

4-6 p.m. Saturday; St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 135 Methodist Encampment Road, Kerrville; 830-895-2212, spumctx.org

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A NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM October 27 Come spend the evening exploring the Museum of Western Art with trunk-or-treating, games and refreshments.

Stations will have any number of fun activities, including ghost stories, a cowboy re-enactment, singing cowboys, a costume contest, apple bobbing, sack races and a pumpkin crafting station.

5-8 p.m. Saturday; Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway, Kerrville; 830-896-2553, museumofwesternart.com

FAMILY FRIGHT NIGHT October 31 An evening of safe and traditional family fun, including trick-or-treating, a costume contest, games, food vendors, bounce houses and more.

5:30 p.m. Wednesday; Louise Hays Park, 202 Thompson Drive, Kerrville; 830-257-7300, kerrvilletx.gov

FREDDYBURG YOUTH THEATER’S HAUNTED HOUSE October 31 Freddyburg presents a haunted house unlike any other. The expert teams of technicians will stage a first-class fright feast full of lights, costumes, scenery and special effects.

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4. Todd Nickel and May DeZarn.

5. Tim and Kim Nicholes.

6. Sarah, Scott and Alex Shults.

7. Sarah and Brian Denman.

8. Steve and Valerie Hill.

9. Walt Koenig and Bill Blackburn.

10. Wylie and Grant Shellhouse.

11. Kay and Mindi Haggins.

12. Marc, Remi and Stepenie Cantu.

13. Caroline, Marla and Annie Key. 14. Ryan Long, Anna Watson and Alayna Gnizak.

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Since April, the Kerrville Farmers Market has been operating every week on the lawn at the A.C. Schreiner home, 529 Water St., next to the Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library. On Fridays from 4 to 7 p.m., people flock to the area to get fresh, locally sourced produce, meat, fruit, eggs, bread, jelly, beer, wine and more.

While there, attendees can also dine on hot wood-fired pizza while sitting under the shade trees. There is typically music playing as well.

Photos by Samuel Beaver

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4. Owen Dickson, Angela Fiedler and Roy Walston.

5. Sarah, Shelby and Richard Mejia.

6. Kari Harvill, Ryleigh Barney, Ben Harvill and Waylon Harvill.

7. Ryleigh and Brandis Barney and Rashell Cogan.

8. Jennifer Sanchez, Susan Wolff and Lara Dinkla.

9. Israel Sanchez Jr. and Israel Sanchez Sr. 10. Jake Williamson and Serena Walston.

11. Angela, Nayelie and Bryan Swicker.

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On Aug. 18, members of 4-H past and present gathered at the Hill Country Youth Event Center to celebrate the presentation of several awards to members and volunteers for their accomplishments made throughout the year.

Kerr County 4-H offers students grades one through 12 the opportunity to participate in many different activities, including showing or raising animals, food and nutrition, clothing and textiles, photography, wool and mohair judging, shooting sports and veterinary science, among others.

The organization has five community clubs and two project clubs in Kerr County.

Photos by William Houghton

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