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Monday, September 27, 2010
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Oktoberfest Celebrates 30 Years of Texas Gemütlichkeit
Oompah at it's best, the aroma of sizzling bratwurst, and the cries of Prosit! once again herald the arrival of Oktoberfest in Fredericksburg, Texas, October 1, 2 & 3, 2010. For three full days, the whole world is invited to sing, toast and dance at one of Fredericksburg's favorite festivals, celebrating its 30th Anniversary this year!
· Kicking off our anniversary celebration will be a mini parade and opening ceremony featuring a Tuba Jam on Friday starting at 5:30 PM.
· Saturday morning, be sure to join us for our Chicken Dance Block Party. Registration will begin at 9:00 AM, complete details found on website.
· Domino tournament and sing-a-longs on Sunday.
All weekend
· Three covered stages hosting continuous entertainment with some German favorites -- oompah, polka, and waltzing, with exhibitions, contests, and plenty of opportunities for dancing - including the irresistible "Chicken Dance!"
· Over 45 juried artisans from across the state fill two big tents, offering their best arts and collectibles.
· Main Street Art Tent features a select group of Hill Country artists who will be selling their fine art.
· Lots of German foods, plus sizzling fajitas, ice cream, strudel, burgers and fries and much more.
· Adventurous tasters can sample over 30 varieties of German, American, Texan and other imported beer.
· Super kids area where they can play to their heart's content on the Bungee Jump, Jumping Castle, and other fun games and activities right on the grounds.
Call 830-997-4810, or www.oktoberfestinfbg.com.
More to come: Mesquite Art Festival, Lone Star Gourd Festival, and Fredericksburg Food & Wine Fest all in October.
TEXAS MESQUITE ART FESTIVAL - 18th Annual. Fredericksburg, October 8, 9 & 10, 2010 - Over 60 talented mesquite wood artisans come to Fredericksburg to showcase their handcrafted mesquite products. Featuring the world's largest selection of original mesquite art, sculpture, furniture, turnings, architectural accents, gift items, ornaments and more! For times and more information visit www.texasmesquiteassn.org or call 830-997-8515. Hours Friday noon - 6PM, Saturday 10AM - 6PM and Sunday 10AM - 3PM. Free admission.
LONE STAR GOURD FESTIVAL - October 15, 16, and 17, 2010 · Gillespie County Fairgrounds, Fredericksburg, Texas. You won't believe your eyes! Come see what can be created from a gourd - jewelry, sculpture, decorative art, vessels, functional objects and more! Nationwide gourd art competition, gourd supply vendors, world class gourd art, classes with guest artist/teachers, kid's gourd craft area, door prizes and raffles, and more. Friday & Saturday 9AM - 5 PM, Sunday 10AM - 4 PM. Admission $5, free parking. For more information and class details visit www.texasgourdsociety.org
FREDERICKSBURG FOOD AND WINE FEST - 20th Anniversary - October 23, 2010! A celebration of Texas wine and food. 22 Texas wineries and over 40 Texas-made specialty participants are anticipated. Texas gourmet chefs demonstrating culinary talents at the Grape Expectations Cooking School, Gargantuan Great Grape Toss, wonderful auction, art, lively entertainment.
Admission $20 per person, under 21 $5, noon til 7PM.
Plus two special events: Friday Celebration of Texas Food & Wine and Saturday Patron Brunch on Marktplatz, both showcasing fabulous foods paired with award winning Texas wines; these special events are limited seating, advance ticket sales only. Visit the website for details www.fbgfoodandwinefest.com or call 830-997-8515.
For more information, please visit www.tex-fest.com!
Lettice and Lovage, by Peter Shaffer, opens The Point's fall indoor theatre season Friday, Sept. 24. Tickets are now on sale for the comedy directed by Nancy Reagan. The show runs through Oct. 16 with performances Friday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2 p.m.
Lettice Duffet (Maggie Meek) is a tour guide at one of London's historic homes. To liven up her tours, she embellishes the stories about the home and is subsequently caught by the guardian of the National Trust, Lotte Schoen (Louise Leahy). Lotte fires Lettice and later the two become fast friends as they enact famous historical trials and executions.
The cast includes Barbara French, Graydon Vaught, Kevin Jones, Shanthi Cleckler, Russell French, Gay Hibdon, and Jaydea Houser.
For reservations, call 830-367-5121. For more information, see www.hcaf.com.
Thank you to all who made this year, (our 17th year in this business)
special. We have enjoyed meeting each and everyone, and seeing you fall in
love with The Back Forty of Fredericksburg! To celebrate we are offering
the following for our returning guests:
Book a two day stay for two in one of our large cottages, at our regular
rate and get two free one hour massages, a $150 value. If you are not
interested in massage, I would be happy to offer a free weekday when booking
a weekday in one of our large cottages at the regular rate. The booking can
be used anytime (with the exception of holidays and spring break) in the
next six months, but must reserved before October 1.
Call or book online, mention the 'End of Summer Special', before Friday
October 1, and we will send a formal confirmation, either with or without a
date. Keep in mind that it must be used before the 1st of April, 2011.
We will look forward to seeing you again!
Patricia Collins
The Back Forty of Fredericksburg
877-997-9986
'Our Goal is to be an Oasis in Your World'
The 2010 Hill Country Tour of Homes is scheduled during the weekends of October 22-24 and October 29-31. This unique Tour allows you to experience the extra-ordinary lifestyle only available in the Hill Country. Travel through Boerne,
Visit www.HillCountryTourofHomes.com or call 830-895-5424 for more information. The Hill Country Tour of Homes is sponsored in part by Hill Country State Bank and MainStreets of Texas Mortgage.
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
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