JULY 2009 (back to top)

July 1st - 5th (began May 21st)     
Southwest Gourd Show
A juried show featuring the works of artist from all over the United States. Wednesday -Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 1st - 19th (began June 25th)  
Barbara Ashlock and Friends
Recent works of this talented local artists and her students.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 1st - 26th (began June 28th)  
Images - 9th Annual Judged Membership Show
A multi-media art exhibit featuring the best artists in the Hill Country. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 1st - August 8th (began June 2nd)  
Singleton - Biss Exhibit
A new look at the Old West.  Exhibit is on loan from the Singleton - Biss Museum in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm.  Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Hwy. 830.896.2553.

July 2nd - 18th
"1776"
The seminal event in American history blazes to vivid life in this most unconventional of Broadway hits.  It's the summer of 1776, and the nation is ready to declare independence...if only our founding fathers can agree to do it!  "1776" follows Adams, Franklin and Jefferson as they attempt to convince the members of the second Continental Congress to vote for independence.  Thursday - Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm.  Playhouse 2000, Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. Street. 830.896.9393.

July 2nd - 26th
Expressions in Color
Pets, people and still life paintings in oils and watercolor by local artist Zella McLemore.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 2nd
Thursday Night Scramble
9-hole scramble for adults of all ages.  Thursday, 5:30pm- finish.  City of Kerrville Parks & Recreation. Location: Scott Schreiner Golf Course. 1 Country Club Drive. 830.257.4982.

July 4th
Celebration on the River
Annual celebration with lots of festivities to include; food, merchandise vendors, arts & crafts, air castles for the children and live music. Saturday Noon. Fireworks at dark. City of Kerrville Parks & Recreation Department.  Louise Hays Park, off Thompson Drive, downtown on the Guadalupe River. 830.257.7300.

July 4th
11th Annual Kerrville Open Car Show
Annual car show features vehicles from different eras with judging in the various categories.  Saturday 9am - 4:30pm. Sponsored by the Hill Country Automobile Club, Inc. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.928.0299.

July 6th - 26th
Kerr Arts & Cultural Center Summer Youth Art Camp Exhibit
The summer youth art camp students exhibit their completed works.  Reception July 26, 1-3pm.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 9th
Thursday Night Scramble
9-hole scramble for adults of all ages.  Thursday, 5:30pm- finish.  City of Kerrville Parks & Recreation. Location: Scott Schreiner Golf Course. 1 Country Club Drive. 830.257.4982.

July 10th - 25th
Beauty and the Beast
Disney musical about a beautiful girl whose life takes an unexpected turn when she is imprisoned by a mysterious beast.  Opening weekend Friday - Sunday 8:30pm, 2nd & 3rd weekend Thursday - Saturday 8:30pm. Hill Country Arts Foundation, The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hwy. 39, Ingram.  830.367.5121.

July 10th - August 1st
Turning Point l l
Exhibition featuring the artwork of Dusty Pendleton.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Reception July 10th, 7-8:30pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5120, 830.459.HCAF.

July 12th
Second Sunday Summer Serenade
Free concert in the park.  Performance by George Eychner and Frontier Brass.  Sunday 7:30pm.  Sponsored by Bank of the Hills. Louise Hays Park, off Thompson Drive, downtown on the Guadalupe River.  830.895.2265.

July 16th
Thursday Night Scramble
9-hole scramble for adults of all ages.  Thursday, 5:30pm- finish.  City of Kerrville Parks & Recreation. Location: Scott Schreiner Golf Course. 1 Country Club Drive. 830.257.4982.

July 23rd - August 16th
Bob Harris Landscapes & Western Wildlife
Acrylic paintings depicting scenes from the travels of this Kerrville artist. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 23rd
Thursday Night Scramble
9-hole scramble for adults of all ages.  Thursday, 5:30pm- finish.  City of Kerrville Parks & Recreation. Location: Scott Schreiner Golf Course. 1 Country Club Drive. 830.257.4982.

July 24th
Friday Night Lights- Curious George (2006)
Movies in the park, fun for the whole family.  A big-screen adaptation based on the books by Margaret E. Rey.  Bring your chairs, a blanket and the kids for a night of fun. Friday, 9:00pm. City of Kerrville Parks & Recreation Department.  Location:  Kerrville-Schreiner Park Amphitheater, 2385 Bandera Highway. 830.257.7300.

July 25th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. Saturday 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.792.4655.

July 25th
River Clean Up
Come have fun helping clean up the Guadalupe River area.  Kick off for this fun event will begin at 8:00am at Louise Hays Park.  There will be an ecological fair with displays and demonstrations highlighting the ecology of the Guadalupe River.  Upper Guadalupe River Authority, 125 Lehmann Drive Ste. 100. 830.896.5445.

July 30th - August 23rd
Fiber Fantasia
Visions to tease your imagination in fibers that have been shaped, melted, fused, scrunched, cut, painted, stitched and dyed by the Fiber Arts Group.
Hometown Crafts & Gifts Teachers' Art Show
A multi-media judged exhibit featuring artwork completed by Hill Country Educators. Reception August 1, 1-3pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 30th
Thursday Night Scramble
9-hole scramble for adults of all ages.  Thursday, 5:30pm- finish.  City of Kerrville Parks & Recreation. Location: Scott Schreiner Golf Course. 1 Country Club Drive. 830.257.4982.

AUGUST 2009 (back to top)

August 1st
Turning Point l l
Exhibition featuring the artwork of Dusty Pendleton. Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5120, 830.459.HCAF.

August 1st- 8th (began June 2nd)  
Singleton - Biss Exhibit
A new look at the Old West.  Exhibit is on loan from the Singleton - Biss Museum in Santa Fe, New Mexico.  Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm.  Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Hwy. 830.896.2553.

August 1st - 16th (began July 23rd) 
Bob Harris Landscapes & Western Wildlife
Acrylic paintings depicting scenes from the travels of this Kerrville artist. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August 1st - 23rd (began July 30th) 
Fiber Fantasia
Visions to tease your imagination in fibers that have been shaped, melted, fused, scrunched, cut, painted, stitched and dyed by the Fiber Arts Group.
Hometown Crafts & Gifts Teachers' Art Show
A multi-media judged exhibit featuring artwork completed by Hill Country Educators. Reception August 1, 1-3pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August 2nd - 9th
Hill Country Cowboy Camp Meeting
Non-denominational Christian Revival in an open air tabernacle. Barbecue meat provided, bring a covered dish and enjoy fellowship and fine preaching. Monday-Saturday 5pm service, 6pm meal, 7pm bible study, 8pm preaching; Sundays 10am worship service and bible study, noon meal, evening meal on first Sunday. Hwy. 27, 8 miles west of Ingram; 1 mile west of 479. 800.603.0157

August 7th - 22nd
Greater Tuna
Side-splitting comedy set in Texas' third smallest town where the Lion's Club is too liberal and Patsy Cline never dies!  Opening weekend Friday - Sunday 8:30pm, 2nd & 3rd weekend Thursday - Saturday 8:30pm. Hill Country Arts Foundation, The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hwy. 39, Ingram.  830.367.5121.

August 7th - September 5th
The Great Escape
Exhibition featuring "The Escape Artist", a group of artist who came together 18 years ago to "escape" to the studios of the Hill Country Arts Foundation for a concentrated week of art.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Reception August 7th, 6:30 - 8:30pm.   The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5120, 830.459.HCAF.

August 8th
Bunker Shoot
Three rounds of bunker (international) trap and a resquadded final for all.  Saturday 9am.  Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, 1886 Cypress Creek Road. 830.995.4504.

August 8th
Hill Country Boer Breeders Sale
Production sale for all regulated and non-regulated goats, including weather goats. Saturday 10am-2pm. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy. 27 East.  830.257.4133.

August 9th
Second Sunday Summer Serenade
Free concert in the park.  Performance by Texas Tide.  Sunday 7:30pm.  Sponsored by Bank of the Hills. Louise Hays Park, off Thompson Drive, downtown on the Guadalupe River.  830.895.2265.

August 11th - September 26th
Western Artist of America
Special exhibit showcasing artists across the country.  Golf Tournament, Monday August 10th, 9am at Comanche Trace Golf Course.  Preview party and sale, Saturday August 15th, 6-9pm.  Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm.  Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Hwy. 830.896.2553

August 15th
Kid's Triathlon
Three part competition for children ages 6 - 16.  The competition will include swimming, bicycling and running.  Sponsored by the City of Kerrville Parks & Recreation Department.  Saturday 9am.  Olympic Pool, 601 Olympic Drive.  830.257.7300.

August 15th
Chill In The Hills
Its that time of the year to celebrate the summer with the Y.O. Tahnee Mara River Run.  This special run is to help benefit some very special friends of the Y.O.  There will be a morning ride along the Guadalupe river, food, entertainment a dip in the pool and even a tour.  Registration begins Saturday at 9:00am.  The ride will begin at 10:30am.  Y.O. Ranch, Mountain Home, TX, 936.594.1588 or 877.967.3767

August 15th & 16th
Big Band Weekend
Celebrate the end of summer in the beautiful Texas Hill Country with the Sentimental Journey Orchestra.  Music, dancing, Jazz brunch and much more. Events begin Saturday at 7:30pm and Sunday at 11:00am in the Grand Ballroom at the Inn of the Hills Resort Hotel 1001 Junction Highway.  830.895.1535.

August 20th - September 13th
Ranch Land Traditions - Working Texas Cowboys
Photographic images by artist Kristi Beabout that personify the stories of ranchers and cowboys who enhance the Texas ranching industry.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August 21st
Friday Night Lights- Apple Dumpling Gang (1975)
Movies in the park, fun for the whole family.  Three Frisky kids strike it rich.  Bring your chairs, a blanket and the kids for a night of fun. Friday, 9:00pm. City of Kerrville Parks & Recreation Department.  Location:  Kerrville-Schreiner Park Amphitheater, 2385 Bandera Highway. 830.257.7300.

August 27th - September 20th
Ken Malson - The Spirit and Aesthetic Objects
Expressions in ceramic sculpture, furniture, paintings and mixed media.  Also featured will be an exhibit by the Hill Country Porcelain Art Guild. 
Motion in Art
Multi-media membership show portraying anything that moves. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August 30th
Bunker Shoot
Three rounds of bunker (international) trap and a resquadded final for all.  Sunday 9am.  Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, 1886 Cypress Creek Road. 830.995.4504.

SEPTEMBER 2009 (back to top)

September 1st - 5th (Began August 7th)
The Great Escape
Exhibition featuring "The Escape Artist", a group of artist who came together 18 years ago to "escape" to the studios of the Hill Country Arts Foundation for a concentrated week of art.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5120, 830.459.HCAF.

September 1st - 13th (Began August 20th)
Ranch Land Traditions - Working Texas Cowboys
Photographic images by artist Kristi Beabout that personify the stories of ranchers and cowboys who enhance the Texas ranching industry.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

September 1st - 20th (Began August 27th)
Ken Malson - The Spirit and Aesthetic Objects
Expressions in ceramic sculpture, furniture, paintings and mixed media.  Also featured will be an exhibit by the Hill Country Porcelain Art Guild. 
Motion in Art
Multi-media membership show portraying anything that moves. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

September 1st - 26th (Began August 11th)
Western Artist of America
Special exhibit showcasing artists across the country.  Tuesday - Saturday 9am-5pm.  Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Hwy. 830.896.2553

September 2nd
Texas Heritage Coffeehouse
Open mike night for writers, musician and artists to showcase their work. Co-sponsored by Schreiner University and the Texas Music Heritage Foundation.  Wednesday 7-10pm. Schreiner University Cailloux Activity Center, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.792.1945.

September 4th - 6th
Camp Eagle Classic Mountain Bike Festival
Texas Downhill Championship, kids races, fun races, cross country mountain bike race, zip line, collegiate events and rock climbing. Friday - Sunday All Day. Camp Eagle, Rocksprings. 830.896.6864.

September 4th - 6th
Kerrville Wine & Music Festival
Festival celebrating national songwriters and Texas wineries. Concerts, food, camping, arts and crafts. Times for concerts vary by day check website for full listing. Quiet Valley Ranch, 9 miles south of Kerrville, 3876 Medina Hwy. (Hwy. 16). 830.257.3600.

September 10th - 13th
USA Shooting Fall Selection Match
International Trap competition.  Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, 1886 Cypress Creek Road. 830.995.4504.

September 10th - 26th
Schoolhouse Rock
The Emmy Award winning Saturday morning cartoon series in now one of the most fun, energetic and educational musicals to ever hit the stage.  Features popular songs such as I'm Just A Bill, Conjunction Junction, Unpack Your Adjectives and Three Is A Magic Number.  Thursday - Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm.  Playhouse 2000, Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. Street. 830.896.9393.

September 12th
Y.O. Social Club - 28th Anniversary Membership Party
"Greatest Party in Texas" Music, dancing and good food, celebrating the Texas Hill Country heritage and commemorating the beauty & history of the Y.O. Ranch. Saturday 6pm. Y.O. Ranch, Highway 41 West of Mountain Home. 281.441.2423 or 713.254.7050.

September 12th-13th
Texas Gun and Knife Show
Buy, sell and trade guns, knives, hunting gear, books, jewelry and more.  Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy 27 East. 830.285.0575.

September 17th - 20th
USA Shooting Fall Selection Match
International Skeet and Doubles Trap competition.  Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, 1886 Cypress Creek Road. 830.995.4504.

September 17th - October 11th
Expressions by Judy B. Lamb
A collection of expressionistic works that employ symbolism, serial themes, images from nature and extraordinary free-forms figures.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

September 19th
Original Team Roping
Enjoy the excitement of cowboys competing in this popular attraction.  Saturday 9am. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy. 27 East. Email: office@otrc.net, 806.499.3584.

September 19th
Some Enchanted Evening Dinner
A fun evening with silent and live auctions to help raise funds for the Riverside Nature Center.  Dinner will be catered by Rails, A Cafe at the Depot.  St. Peter's Tucker Hall, 321 St. Peter Street.  830.257.4837.

September 19th - November 7th
HCAF National
A juried competition and exhibition with juror, Jack Ramsey.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Reception September 19th, 3-5pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5120, 830.459.HCAF.

September 24th - October 18th
Guadalupe Watercolor Group Show and Sale
Framed and unframed water media by local artists.
On and Off The Wall
Visions 10 painters and Studio 5 potters present diverse, creative artwork in a joint exhibit.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

September 25th
Texas Heritage Living History Day
An up-close, hands-on experience showcasing over 60 performers and demonstrators, including Native American storytellers and dancers, cowboy poets, humorists and storytellers, Texas singer/songwriters, chuck wagons, teepees and more.  Features a noon tribute to father of country music, Jimmie Rodgers, which will take place at the Robbins-Lewis Pavilion.  Friday 9am.  Texas Heritage Music Foundation. Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.792.1945.

September 25th - 26th
Silver Stars & Six Guns
Former Texas Rangers Golf tournament. Scott Schreiner Golf Course, #1 Country Club Lane. Friday 9am.  Gala featuring dinner, live entertainment, Texas Ranger memorabilia, grand & silent auctions.  Saturday 6pm-12am. Inn of the Hills Resort, 1001 Junction Highway. 830.895.2262.

September 26th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. Saturday 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.792.4655.

OCTOBER 2009 (back to top)

October 1st - 11th (Began September 17th)
Expressions by Judy B. Lamb
A collection of expressionistic works that employ symbolism, serial themes, images from nature and extraordinary free-forms figures.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 1st - 18th (Began September 24th)
Guadalupe Watercolor Group Show and Sale
Framed and unframed water media by local artists.
On and Off The Wall
Visions 10 painters and Studio 5 potters present diverse, creative artwork in a joint exhibit.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 1st - November 7th (Began September 19th)
HCAF National
A juried competition and exhibition with juror, Jack Ramsey.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5120, 830.459.HCAF.

October 3rd
Down by the Riverside Fall Festival
Exhibits, displays, seminars and entertainment for the whole family.  Biggest native plant sale of the fall.  Concessions available.  Saturday 8am.  Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos. 830.895.9827.

October 3rd
Hill Country Grand Slam Wild Game Dinner
Exotic game dinner and huge raffle, sponsored by the Sunrise Lions Club & Kerr County 4-H. Saturday 5pm.  Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy 27 East. 830.257.6568.

October 7th
Texas Heritage Coffeehouse
Open mike night for writers, musician and artists to showcase their work. Co-sponsored by Schreiner University and the Texas Music Heritage Foundation.  Wednesday 7-10pm. Schreiner University Cailloux Activity Center, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.792.1945.

October 10th
Archeology Celebration:  Rendezvous by the River
Family event featuring activities, demonstrations and distinguished speakers relevant to Hill Country archeology. Concessions will be available. Saturday 9am-3pm. Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos. 830.895.9827.

October 10th
Original Team Roping
Enjoy the excitement of cowboys competing in this popular attraction. Saturday 9am. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy. 27 East. Email: office@otrc.net, 806.499.3584.

October 15th
Three B's and Then Some!
Join the Symphony of the Hills as they perform pieces by Beethoven, Brahms, Bach and Bernstein.  Thursday 7:30pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. 830.896.9393

October 15th - November 8th
Hand Pulled Prints
Area printmakers present fine art prints including linocuts, woodcuts, etchings, mixed media and monoprints.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 16th - 18th
Hill Country Tour of Homes
Take a special look into the homes and developments within the Hill Country.  Take this opportunity to dream, plan and build your future home.  Locations Vary - maps available at Hill Country Home Builders Association, 1444 Sidney Baker, Kerrville.  Friday 1-6pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 1-6pm.  830.895.5424

October 17th
Star Party
An educational and entertaining night for the entire family.  Exciting games and activities for children.  After the program, view the beautiful night sky through telescopes provided by the San Antonio Astronomical Association.  Saturday 7pm. Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos. 830.895.9827.

October 18th
Three B's and Then Some!
Join the Symphony of the Hills as they perform pieces by Beethoven, Brahms, Bach and Bernstein.  Sunday 2:30pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. 830.896.9393

October 21st - 22nd
The Yamato Drummers
Beating their way into the #1 spot is the return engagement of Yamato...The Drummers of Japan.  Athleticism, superhuman feats of coordination and incredible intensity combine with the dramatic drumming and music of delicate beauty introducing the ancient world of taiko drumming into today's fast paced society.  Sponsored by the Kerrville Performing Arts Society. Wednesday and Thursday 7:30pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. Street. 830.896.9393.

October 22nd – December 5th               
Tenth Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show
Statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas.   Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 23rd - 25th
Kerr County Fair
An old fashioned county fair with a carnival, midway, bull riding, chili cook-off, talent contest, dance, live entertainment and more. Friday 5-10pm, Saturday 10am-11pm, Sunday 10am-6pm. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, 3805 Hwy. 27. 830.257.7704.

October 23rd - 25th
Hill Country Tour of Homes
Take a special look into the homes and developments within the Hill Country.  Take this opportunity to dream, plan and build your future home.  Locations Vary - maps available at Hill Country Home Builders Association, 1444 Sidney Baker, Kerrville.  Friday 1-6pm, Saturday 10am-6pm, Sunday 1-6pm.  830.895.5424

October 24th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. Saturday 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.792.4655.

October 24th
Hill Country Arts Foundation 50th Anniversary Celebration
Formal Masked Ball
Black tie event to celebrate the foundations 50th anniversary.  Saturday 6pm.  Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121, 830.459.HCAF.

October 25th
Bunker Shoot
Three rounds of bunker (international) trap and a resquadded final for all.  Sunday 9am.  Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, 1886 Cypress Creek Road. 830.995.4504.

October 29th - November 14th
Foxtales
Based on the fox fables of Aesop, follow the adventures of Sonny Fox who wants to find out about the rest of the world.  Sonny Fox meets other animals along the way who teach him valuable lessons about the importance of friendship and working together.  Each encounter has a moral and each moral is presented in song.  Thursday - Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm.  Playhouse 2000, Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. Street. 830.896.9393.

NOVEMBER 2009 (back to top)

November 1st - 7th (Began September 19th)
HCAF National
A juried competition and exhibition with juror, Jack Ramsey.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5120, 830.459.HCAF.

November 1st -  8th (Began October 29th)
Hand Pulled Prints
Area printmakers present fine art prints including linocuts, woodcuts, etchings, mixed media and monoprints.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

November 1st - 14th (Began October 29th)
Foxtales
Based on the fox fables of Aesop, follow the adventures of Sonny Fox who wants to find out about the rest of the world.  Sonny Fox meets other animals along the way who teach him valuable lessons about the importance of friendship and working together.  Each encounter has a moral and each moral is presented in song.  Thursday - Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm.  Playhouse 2000, Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. Street. 830.896.9393.

November 1st – December 5th (Began October 15th)             
Eighth Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show
Statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

November 4th
Texas Heritage Coffeehouse
Open mike night for writers, musician and artists to showcase their work. Co-sponsored by Schreiner University and the Texas Music Heritage Foundation.  Wednesday 7-10pm. Schreiner University Cailloux Activity Center, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.792.1945.

November 7th
Hill Country Arts Foundation Auxiliary's Annual Christmas Bazaar
Shop for handmade holiday decorations, jewelry, clothing and one of a kind items at this annual event. Saturday 9am-2pm.  Hill Country Arts Foundation,  Hwy. 39, Ingram.  830.367.5121.

November 12th - December 6th
Hill Country Turners Exhibit
Fine woodturnings of decorative and functional art.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

November 14th
Original Team Roping
Enjoy the excitement of cowboys competing in this popular attraction. Saturday 9am. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy. 27 East. Email: office@otrc.net, 806.499.3584.

November 14th
Star Party
An educational and entertaining night for the entire family.  Exciting games and activities for children.  After the program view the beautiful night sky through telescopes provided by the San Antonio Astronomical Association.  Saturday 7pm. Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos. 830.895.9827.

November 17th
Monday Night Fiction
Schreiner University Center for Innovative Learning presents "Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant" by Anne Taylor.  The book looks at how family members can experience the same events differently.  "Dinner at the Homesick Restaurant" was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and the PEN/Faulkner Award in 1983.  Monday 7pm. Scarle-Philips Room, William Logan Library, Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.792.7352.

November 19th - 21st
Hill Country Market
A holiday event and show of area & state-wide vendors and artisans.  Thursday 5 - 7pm - Preview Party, Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 8:30am - Breakfast with Santa, Show 9am - 3pm.  Y.O. Ranch Hotel & Conference Center, 2033 Sidney Baker. 830.257.7114, 830.895.9861.

November 20th - December 12th
Christmas Belles
Comedy about a church Christmas pageant that spins wildly out of control as three feuding sisters try to reign in the mayhem.  Friday - Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. The Point Indoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121, 800.459.HCAF.

November 20th - January 9th
Destinations
A competition and exhibition open to college students with juror Ash Almonte.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Reception November 20th, 6 - 7:30pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5120, 830.459.HCAF.

November 21st
Holiday Lighted Parade and Courthouse Lighting Ceremony
Lighted parade entries travel through the streets of Downtown Kerrville to celebrate the beginning of the holiday season. Saturday 6pm.  On the Star in Downtown Kerrville (intersection of Water St. & Earl Garrett).  Courthouse lighting ceremony includes a Christmas program, caroling and the arrival of Santa Claus.  Courthouse Square, 700 Main. 830.792.8395.

November 21st - 22nd
Nutcracker in the Hills
Celebrate the official opening of the Christmas season with a weekend of holiday festivities.  The 5th Annual Nutcracker in the Hills will feature the San Diego Ballet in a show for the whole family! Sponsored by the Kerrville Performing Arts Society. Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. Street. 830.896.9393.

November 27th - 28th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. Friday & Saturday 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.792.4655.

November 28th
Holiday Artisan Expo
Unique indoor market featuring original artwork and demonstrations by member artists in a variety of art forms.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

DECEMBER 2009 (back to top)

December 1st – December 5th (Began October 15th)            
Eighth Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show
Statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas.   Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

December 1st - 6th (Began November 12th)
Hill Country Turners Exhibit
Fine woodturnings of decorative and functional art.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

December 1st - 12th (Began November 20th) 
Christmas Belles
Comedy about a church Christmas pageant that spins wildly out of control as three feuding sisters try to reign in the mayhem.  Friday - Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. The Point Indoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121, 800.459.HCAF.

December 1st - January 9th (Began November 20th) 
Destinations
A competition and exhibition open to college students with juror Ash Almonte.  Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.367.5120, 830.459.HCAF.

December 5th
Original Team Roping
Enjoy the excitement of cowboys competing in this popular attraction. Saturday 9am. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy. 27 East. Email: office@otrc.net, 806.499.3584.

December 10th - January 3rd
Kerrville Art Club Fall Jamboree
High quality framed and unframed artwork.
Photoquest
The 11th Annual Hill Country Camera Club competitive show and sale. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

December 11-13
Dog Agility Competition
Watch dogs run as their handlers direct them through an obstacle course.  Great family fun!  Friday  - Sunday 8am - 3:30pm.  Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy 27 East. 830.792.4728.

December 13th
Bunker Shoot
Three rounds of bunker (international) trap and a resquadded final for all.  Sunday 9am.  Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, 1886 Cypress Creek Road. 830.995.4504.

December 17th-18th, 21st-23rd
Christmas Like It Used To Be
Step back in time to a vignette that looks and feels like Grandma's kitchen.  Enjoy a roaring fire in the fireplace, a cup of mulled cider or our special "Bluebell-flavored" eggnog, and our ever popular homemade "Cookies by Shelley", all while taking in the sights and sounds of the season as presented by various local artisans and talents.  Thursday-Friday, Monday-Wednesday 12pm.  Bank of the Hills, 1075 Junction Hwy. 830.895.2265. 

December 19th
Kerr County Market Days
A Kerr County Christmas in the market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. Saturday 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.792.4655.

December 31st
Turn Back The Clock
Celebrate New Year's Eve in style with music and dancing to the Sentimental Journey Orchestra  Fabulous big band music, party favors, champagne toast at midnight followed by deluxe midnight breakfast buffet.  Thursday  8pm. Grand Ballroom, Inn of the Hills Resort Hotel, 1001 Junction Hwy, 830.895.1535, 800.292.5690.

Updated 5/27/09