What's Hot in August!

Everything is HOT in August! That doesn't stop Fredericksburg from having COOL things go on! Read on for the Calander of Events...



Friday, August 4, 2006 thru Wednesday, August 9, 2006

Stagecoach Theater Movies
Movies & Showtimes for August 4th - August 9th:

Barnyard: The Original Party Animals - PG:
What happens in the barn stays in the barn!
Fri. - Wed. - 2PM, 4:30PM, 7PM

John Tucker Must Die - PG-13:
Three ex-girlfriends of a serial cheater don't get mad, they get even!
Fri. - Wed. - 2:30PM, 5PM, 7:15PM

Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby - PG-13:
No One Can Handle The Curves, The Speed, The Heat, Like Ricky Bobby.
Fri. - Wed. - 2:15PM, 4:45PM, 7:30PM

Ticket Prices:
Adult = $6.50, Child 12 & under = $4.50, Senior over 65 = $5.50
Matinee prices: All movies before 6PM everyday are only $4 for all tickets.
Click here to buy tickets online.

Location
Stagecoach Theater
2254 S. US Highway 87
Fredericksburg Tx 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 997-1777
Email: service@stagecoachtheater.com
Web: http://www.stagecoachtheater.com

Friday, August 11, 2006 thru Sunday, August 13, 2006

Fbg Theater Co.'s Shadowlands
Shadowlands: The author of The Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis, is profiled in this play relaying the true story of his meeting and marriage to Joy Davidman. It's a love story, but much more. John Hierholzer portrays this giant of Christian apologetics in a stirring and unforgettable drama. Rated PG TICKETS & SHOW TIMESThe play runs on Friday & Saturday at 7:30 pm & Sunday at 2:00 pm. Ticket prices are $15/adults and $5/18 & younger, and can be obtained during the run of the show, or in advance via the Fredericksburg Theater Company's Box Office at 306. E. Austin St. Box Office hours are Wednesday – Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Group discounts are available for groups of 25 or more; contact the box office for more info: 888/669-7114 OR 830/997-3588.
Location
FTC Theater(Gillespie County Hist. Soc. Bldg.)
312 W San Antonio St
Fredericksburg Tx 78624
For More Information
Phone: 888/669-7114 OR 830/997-3588
Email: theater@fredericksburgtheater.org
Web: http://www.fredericksburgtheater.org

Saturday, August 12, 2006 thru Sunday, August 13, 2006

Pari-mutuel Horse Racing - 2006 Season
This is pari-mutuel horse racing the whole family can enjoy, and the summer season brings four weekends of live horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering at the fair ground's class three track. Racing weekends include dancing, entertainment, a variety of food and drink along with all of the attractions of historic Fredericksburg. Live races feature quarter horse and thoroughbred racing as well as special races, trials and futurities, and additionally, you can also enjoy the Race Barn, a pari-mutuel simulcast building featuring greyhound, thoroughbred, and quarter horse races from all over the country in state of the art simulcast facilities. The Race Barn is pleasantly air-conditioned and includes a restaurant and full bar. Admission for live racing is $4 for adults (except during the County Fair (Aug. 26th & 27th) when they are $5), $1 for children 6 to 12 years of age and free for children under 6. Reserve seats are $7 and box seats are $9. MasterCard and Visa are accepted. Tickets can be bought in advance and reserved by calling the above listed phone number.(The Gillespie County Fairgrounds is located 2 miles south of Fredericksburg on Texas Highway 16 South. )

Time Post time is 1PM
Location
Gillespie County Fair Grounds
Hwy 16S530 Fair Dr.
Fredericksburg Tx 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 997-2359
Email: gcffa@ctesc.net
Web: http://www.gillespiefair.com

Saturday, August 12, 2006
Art Gallery & Studio Tour by Sherryl Brown Fine Art
Sponsored by Sherryl Brown Fine Art, the Art Gallery & Studio Tour will visit the following destinations: • Fredericksburg Art Gallery • Nancy Bush Studio & Gallery (tentative) • Artisans at Rocky Hill • Fiesta Gallery at Rocky Hill • Eyfells and EyfellsCost: $15.00 per person. Children 12 and over are welcome. Transportation is provided. Reservations are encouraged and can be made by calling Sherryl Brown at the above listed telephone number. For more information about Sherryl Brown, please visit her website by clicking on "Related Site" above.
Time 1PM - 5:30PM
Location
Various locations in & around Gillespie county
Fredericksburg Tx 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 990-9305
Email: sherrylbr@austin.rr.com
Web: http://sherrylbrown-fineart.com

Saturday, August 12, 2006

Free Gardening Lecture at Oma's Haus & Garten Ctr.
Stop by Oma's Haus & Garten Center on the Llano highway for a short, free discussion on the correct planting dates for our area, what varieties to plant, how to amend your soil, and whether seeding or planting starts is the better method. Also learn organic alternatives to dealing with pests and diseases.
Time 10AM
Location
Oma's Haus & Garten Center
1107 N Llano St
Fredericksburg Tx 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 997-0105
Email: omashaus@fbg.net

Friday, August 18, 2006 thru Sunday, August 20, 2006

Fredericksburg Trade Days at Sunday Farms
Shop with over 300 vendors, where you can find acres of antiques, collectibles, tools, crafts, shabby chic, primitives, ranch furniture, unique clothing, jewelry, and food. Relax in the biergarten while listening to live music!Fri. and Sat. 9AM - 6PM, Sun. 9AM - 4PM$3.00 parking fee - good for all 3 days
For vendor information, call (210)846-4094.
Location
Fredericksburg Trade Days
Hwy. 290, 7 mi. east of Fbg
355 Sunday Farms Ln.Fredericksburg TX 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 990-4900
Email: fbg@moment.net
Web: http://www.fbgtradedays.com/

Friday, August 18, 2006 thru Sunday, August 20, 2006
Fbg Theater Co.'s Shadowlands
Shadowlands: The author of The Lion, Witch, and the Wardrobe, C.S. Lewis, is profiled in this play relaying the true story of his meeting and marriage to Joy Davidman. It's a love story, but much more. John Hierholzer portrays this giant of Christian apologetics in a stirring and unforgettable drama. Rated PG TICKETS & SHOW TIMESThe play runs on Friday & Saturday at 7:30 pm & Sunday at 2:00 pm. Ticket prices are $15/adults and $5/18 & younger, and can be obtained during the run of the show, or in advance via the Fredericksburg Theater Company's Box Office at 306. E. Austin St. Box Office hours are Wednesday – Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Group discounts are available for groups of 25 or more; contact the box office for more info: 888/669-7114 OR 830/997-3588.
Location
FTC Theater(Gillespie County Hist. Soc. Bldg.)
312 W San Antonio St
Fredericksburg Tx 78624
For More Information
Phone: 888/669-7114 OR 830/997-3588
Email: theater@fredericksburgtheater.org
Web: http://www.fredericksburgtheater.org

Friday, August 18, 2006 thru Sunday, August 20, 2006
August Harvest Wine Trail
Head out for a leisurely drive and explore the August Harvest Wine Trail! This event will take you through newly picked vineyards to wineries filled with the smells of new wine and the excitement of the harvest season. Sixteen wineries in the Hill Country will be participating and joining together to showcase beautiful vineyards, wineries and wines. Harvest is such a wonderful time of year it seems only natural to share it with other wine lovers and how better than grape stomps, barrel tasting, and vertical tasting of different years vintages! Purchase a ticket and at each winery you visit, and enter their drawing for wines, dinners, and stays at local B&B's.Tickets are $25. Please call the above listed phone number for more info, or click on "Related Site".
Time Winery hours apply
Location
Sixteen participating wineries
Hill Country region TX
For More Information
Phone: 866-621-9463
Email: txwine@texaswinetrail.com
Web: http://www.texaswinetrail.com

Saturday, August 19, 2006

Roots Music in the Texas Hill Country
Presented by the Gillespie County Historical Society, Roots Music in the Texas Hill Country is a concert series now in its 4th season that presents concerts focusing on America's main genres of music. Here are the different music genres to be presented in the 2006 Concert Series: • 05/20/2006 - Bluegrass & Texas Swing • 06/24/2006 - Zydeco • 07/22/2006 - Gospel & Blues • 08/19/2006 - Johnny Gimble & Paris 49 Jazz Band • 09/23/2006 - "Best of the Season"Gates open at 5PM; music gets started at 6PM and running 'til 10PM. Tickets are $10. Children 11 & under are free. A $2.00 discount coupon may be printed simply by printing this page & bringing the page with you to the concert. Please bring your own lawn chairs. Food & beverages will be available for purchase. No coolers are allowed on the grounds. Beverages may not be removed from the premise. Pets are welcome on a leash.
Time 6PM - 10PM
Location
Pioneer Museum Complex
309 W Main St.
Fredericksburg TX 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 997-2835
Email: gchs@ctesc.net
Web: http://www.pioneermuseum.com/xMusicSeries.htm

Saturday, August 19, 2006

Doss Community Fair
2006 is the 150th anniversary of the Doss Community! Enjoy exhibits and memorabilia, baking contests & bake sale, beard contests, a 3-act play at 8PM, and delicious barbecue will be sold by the pound at 11AM and 6PM.For more info, please contact Betty Hahn at the above listed phone number.
Location
Doss Community Center
Doss TX 78618
For More Information
Phone: (830) 669-2353

Saturday, August 19, 2006

Billie Pride Blast-Off
Fredericksburg High School students come out and show what they've worked on over the summer at the various camps they've attended.
Time 8PM
Location
Fredericksburg High School Stadium
1107 S State Highway 16
Fredericksburg TX 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 997-7551

Saturday, August 19, 2006

Rambling Rose & Summer Wine Tasting
Participants will enjoy a perfect afternoon with rose and summer wine tasting, a tour of Becker Vineyards and a game of bocce ball! Times of event are: 12PM, 1:30PM, 3PM & 4:30PM.
Location
Becker Vineyards
464 Becker Farms Road
Stonewall TX 78671
For More Information
Phone: 830/644-2681 OR 210/223-2881
Email: beckervyds@beecreek.net
Web: http://www.nwwff.org

Saturday, August 19, 2006

Fall Creek Vineyards Grape Stomp & Harvest Festival
Classic, Vineyard Style, “Bare” Foot Grape StompWith the “I Love Lucy” Video Playing11:00am – 5:00pm Rain or Shine! (All events indoors or “mist cooled” for comfort) Complimentary Family Festivities to Include: • Grape Stomping • Guided Winery Tours • Castle Bounce • Wine Tasting • Hayrides • Live MusicMake Your Group Reservations Now!Reserved Seating & Pre-Ordered Box LunchPrepared by TCA Chefs/Students: BBQ Chicken with potato salad, and cookie ($7)*Fall Creek Wine purchased, in addition*Cooking Demonstration Lunch - 11:30 am or 1:30 pm - will be offered on both Saturdays. Make your reservation NOW for the demonstration and lunch paired with a glass of wine for each course at $22/person. Featured Texas Culinary Academy Chef Marc Dunham will be preparing Grilled Hanger Steak with Roasted Corn Cakes and Avocado Crème on both Saturdays. Chef Mark Schmidt from Café 909 in Marble Falls will also be preparing a delicious entrée on August 19th to accompany Chef Marc Dunham’s course. On August 26th Chef Alma Alcocer of Jeffrey’s Restaurant in Austin will be preparing Blue Prawns with Three Tomato Gazpacho to accompany Chef Marc Dunham’s course. Award-winning Fall Creek Vineyard wines will be paired with each of the courses at the demonstration luncheons.No admission fee. Groups of 15 or more may take advantage of group tour times & special offerings. Free Parking is adjacent to the vineyards. The winery offers tours, tastings and gift shop daily with the exception of major holidays. Monday – Friday, 11am – 4 pm; Saturday, 11 am – 5pm; and Sunday, 12 noon – 4 pm.
Time 11:00am – 5:00pm
Location
Fall Creek Vineyards
1820 C.R. 222
Tow TX 78672
For More Information
Phone: 325/379-5361
Email: qtanna@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.fcv.com

Sunday, August 20, 2006
Pedernales Creative Arts Alliance Summer Concerts
Sponsored by the non-profit Pedernales Creative Arts Alliance, this free summer concert series is presented as a "Thank-you" to the volunteers of the community for its support.All concerts are held downtown at Marktplatz. Bring your friends, your lawn chairs, and some snacks!Summer Concert Series 2006 Schedule
April 23 - Harry & The High Tones
May 21 - Bill Smallwood's Lonestar Swing Orchestra
June 25 - The Band Aids Jazz Band
July 23 - Terry Cavanaugh & Alpine Express
August 20 - The Almost Patsy Cline Band
Time 6:30PM - 8PM
Location
Market Platz Adeslverein Halle
100 W. Main St.
Fredericksburg TX 78624

For More Information
Phone: (830) 997-9307 or 992-9929
Web: http://www.oktoberfestinfbg.com/summersched.html

Sunday, August 20, 2006
Opera Wine Dinner
Enjoy a wonderful Texas Hill Country evening with extravagant opera, sumptuous cuisine, and beautiful wines at Becker Vineyards with August E's Restaurant, Sunday, Aug. 20. Becker Vineyards wines will be paired with August E's four course dinner and American-born lyric tenor, Paul Alexander Just, will perform various arias from his favorite Italian operas, such as: La boheme, Turandot, Cosi fan tutte, L'elisir d' Amore, Don Giovanni, Rigoletto, and other arias from Pucini and Verdi. The Opera Wine Dinner is $75 per person, plus tax. Reservations can be made by calling 830-644-2681.
Time 6:30 p.m.
Location
Becker Vineyards
464 Becker Farms Road
Stonewall TX 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 644-2681
Email: beckervyds@beecreek.net
Web: http://www.beckervineyards.com/newsletter.htm

Thursday, August 24, 2006
Country Music Showdown
Sponsored by Texas Rebel Radio, the "Showdown" is a local contest for upcoming entertainers to go up the ladder to State, Regional, and then National. No admission.For more information, please contact Rick Star or Amanda Jung at the above listed phone number.
Time 8PM
Location
Gillespie County Fair Grounds
530 Fair Dr.Hwy. 16 South
Fredericksburg TX 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 997-2197
Email: news@ctesc.net
Web: http://www.texasrebelradio.com/home.htm

Thursday, August 24, 2006 thru Sunday, August 27, 2006
118th Annual Gillespie County Fair
Billed as the oldest county fair in Texas, the Gillespie County Fair features agricultural and livestock exhibits that showcase the hill country's best! Wright's Amusements & Midway bring a variety of rides and games for the 4 days of the fair. Pari-mutuel live horse racing and simulcast dog & horse racing, mutton busting, horse shoes & washer pitching, arts and crafts, community exhibits, a talent show & 2 dances featuring local and national performers. See below for detailed schedule of events, as of June 5th, 2006.
Thursday, August 24th:Fairground Gates open at 5 p.m. Carnival and Midway open 5 p.m. (Free admission –does not include carnival.)
Friday, August 25th:118th Gillespie County Fair Parade – Main Street in Fbg – 10 a.m. Fairground gates open after the parade. 2006 Gillespie County Fair Queen Contest – 7 p.m. Dance – 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Carnival opens 12 noon to midnightAdmission: All students (Grades K through 12) are free; Kids under 6 are free; Senior citizens (65 & up) are free; Adults (General admission) is $5; Concert & Dance is $5.
Saturday, August 26th: Fairground Gates open –10 a.m. Carnival opens 11 a.m. Pari-mutuel horse racing – Post time is 1 p.m. Concert/Dance – 9 p.m. - 1 a.m. Admission: Kids under 6 are free; Kids 6 - 12 years are $1; 13 - 18 years are $5; Adults (General Admission) are $5; Reserve Seats are $7; Box Seats are $9; Dance – TBA.
Sunday, August 27th:Fairground gates open – 10 a.m. Carnival opens 11 a.m. Pari-mutuel horse racing – Post time 1 p.m. Admission: Kids under 6 are free; Kids 6 - 12 years are $1; 13 - 18 years are $5; Adults (General Admission) are $5; Reserve Seats are $7; Box Seats are $9. For advance, reserve seat ticket sales, contact the Fair Grounds at (830) 997-2359. The Fredericksburg Chamber of Commerce & Fredericksburg Convention & Visitors Bureau has all sorts of useful information about the city & Gillespie county, such as maps, calendars, attractions brochures, lodging & dining guides, & friendly staff can answer all your questions. Much of this info can be found here on our website; click on any of the links below to take you to specific pages:
Fredericksburg Visitor Center Directions & Hours
Maps
Lodging & Accommodations
RV Parks & Campgrounds
Dining & Restaurants
Attractions & Things To Do
Live Entertainment & Events Calendars
Shopping
Local Business Directory
Location
Gillespie County Fair Grounds -
Hwy. 16S530 Fair Drive
Fredericksburg TX 78624

For More Information
Phone: 830/997-2359
Email: gcffa@ctesc.net
Web: http://www.gillespiefair.com/fair.htm

Friday, August 25, 2006 thru Sunday, August 27, 2006
August Harvest Wine Trail
Head out for a leisurely drive and explore the August Harvest Wine Trail! This event will take you through newly picked vineyards to wineries filled with the smells of new wine and the excitement of the harvest season. Sixteen wineries in the Hill Country will be participating and joining together to showcase beautiful vineyards, wineries and wines. Harvest is such a wonderful time of year it seems only natural to share it with other wine lovers and how better than grape stomps, barrel tasting, and vertical tasting of different years vintages! Purchase a ticket and at each winery you visit, and enter their drawing for wines, dinners, and stays at local B&B's.Tickets are $25. Please call the above listed phone number for more info, or click on "Related Site".
Time Winery hours apply
Location
Sixteen participating wineries
Hill Country region TX
For More Information
Phone: 866-621-9463
Email: txwine@texaswinetrail.com
Web: http://www.texaswinetrail.com

Friday, August 25, 2006
118th Gillespie County Fair Parade
As the opening event for this year's 118th Annual Gillespie County Fair, this parade is one of the Hill Country's biggest! Parade travels down Main Street getting underway at 10AM.
Time 10AM
Location
Downtown Fredericksburg
Main Street
Fredericksburg TX 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 997-2359
Email: gcffa@ctesc.net
Web: http://www.gillespiefair.com/fair.htm

Saturday, August 26, 2006 thru Sunday, August 27, 2006
Pari-mutuel Horse Racing - 2006 Season
This is pari-mutuel horse racing the whole family can enjoy, and the summer season brings four weekends of live horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering at the fair ground's class three track. Racing weekends include dancing, entertainment, a variety of food and drink along with all of the attractions of historic Fredericksburg. Live races feature quarter horse and thoroughbred racing as well as special races, trials and futurities, and additionally, you can also enjoy the Race Barn, a pari-mutuel simulcast building featuring greyhound, thoroughbred, and quarter horse races from all over the country in state of the art simulcast facilities. The Race Barn is pleasantly air-conditioned and includes a restaurant and full bar. Admission for live racing is $4 for adults (except during the 118th Gillespie County Fair (Aug. 24th - 27th) when they are $5), $1 for children 6 to 12 years of age and free for children under 6. Reserve seats are $7 and box seats are $9. MasterCard and Visa are accepted. Tickets can be bought in advance and reserved by calling the above listed phone number.(The Gillespie County Fairgrounds is located 2 miles south of Fredericksburg on Texas Highway 16 South. )
Time
Post time is 1PM
Location
Gillespie County Fair Grounds
Hwy 16S 530 Fair Dr.
Fredericksburg Tx 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 997-2359
Email: gcffa@ctesc.net
Web: http://www.gillespiefair.com

Saturday, August 26, 2006 thru Sunday, August 27, 2006
Becker Vineyards Annual Grape Stomp
Come celebrate the end of harvest and try your "hand" at grape-stomping! No admission.
Time Sat. 10-6, Sun. 12-6
Location
Becker Vineyards
464 Becker Farms Road
Stonewall TX 78671
For More Information
Phone: (830) 644-2681
Email: beckervyds@beecreek.net
Web: http://www.beckervineyards.com/newsletter.htm

Saturday, August 26, 2006
Fall Creek Vineyards Grape Stomp & Harvest Festival
Classic, Vineyard Style, “Bare” Foot Grape StompWith the “I Love Lucy” Video Playing11:00am – 5:00pm Rain or Shine! (All events indoors or “mist cooled” for comfort) Complimentary Family Festivities to Include: • Grape Stomping • Guided Winery Tours • Castle Bounce • Wine Tasting • Hayrides • Live MusicMake Your Group Reservations Now!Reserved Seating & Pre-Ordered Box LunchPrepared by TCA Chefs/Students: BBQ Chicken with potato salad, and cookie ($7)*Fall Creek Wine purchased, in addition*Cooking Demonstration Lunch - 11:30 am or 1:30 pm - will be offered on both Saturdays. Make your reservation NOW for the demonstration and lunch paired with a glass of wine for each course at $22/person. Featured Texas Culinary Academy Chef Marc Dunham will be preparing Grilled Hanger Steak with Roasted Corn Cakes and Avocado Crème on both Saturdays. Chef Mark Schmidt from Café 909 in Marble Falls will also be preparing a delicious entrée on August 19th to accompany Chef Marc Dunham’s course. On August 26th Chef Alma Alcocer of Jeffrey’s Restaurant in Austin will be preparing Blue Prawns with Three Tomato Gazpacho to accompany Chef Marc Dunham’s course. Award-winning Fall Creek Vineyard wines will be paired with each of the courses at the demonstration luncheons.No admission fee. Groups of 15 or more may take advantage of group tour times & special offerings. Free Parking is adjacent to the vineyards. The winery offers tours, tastings and gift shop daily with the exception of major holidays. Monday – Friday, 11am – 4 pm; Saturday, 11 am – 5pm; and Sunday, 12 noon – 4 pm.
Time 11:00am – 5:00pm
Location
Fall Creek Vineyards
1820 C.R. 222
Tow TX 78672
For More Information
Phone: 325/379-5361
Email: qtanna@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.fcv.com

Saturday, August 26, 2006
Native American Artifacts Show
Fine Native American artifacts from Texas & other parts of the U.S. will be on display during this event - including arrowheads, pottery, trade-era beads, and Indian jewelry. BBQ and beverages will be for sale. Admission is $5 per person, and kids under 14 are free. Vendors tables are $40/each; for more info on being a vendor contact Richard Mentzerat (830) 626-5561 or Rob Bartell at (830) 238-3795.
Time 9AM - 6PM
Location
Lady Bird Johnson Park
Pioneer Pavilion
432 Lady Bird Drive
Fredericksburg Tx 78624
For More Information
Email: ajax3@hctc.net

Sunday, August 27, 2006
Knights of Columbus Pancake Breakfast
All-you-can-eat style pancake and sausage breakfast, served with coffee and juice. Proceeds benefit various special causes.
Time 7:30-11AM
Location
St. Mary's School Cafeteria
Corner of Orange & San Antonio Streets
Fredericksburg TX 78624
For More Information
Phone: (830) 992-9329

Sunday, August 27, 2006
Lyndon Johnson Remembered in Wreath-Laying Ceremony
Annual commemoration of President Lyndon B. Johnson's birthday. Short program held at the Johnson Family Cemetery. Board tour bus at the LBJ State Park Visitor Center at 10AM to attend the ceremony. No admission - board bus at LBJ State Park and Historic Site, which is located 2 miles east of Stonewall, 14 miles west of Johnson City on US Highway 290 toward Fredericksburg. Adjacent to both Ranch Road 1 and US Highway 290; enter on Park Road 52.
Time 10AM
Location
LBJ State Park and Historic Site
Stonewall TX 78671

For More Information
Phone: 830/644-2252 or 644-2241
Email: sherry_justus@nps.gov
Web: http://www.nps.gov/lyjo/speve.htm


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