MAY 2008

May 1st - 18th (began April 24th)                              
Texas
A collection of Texas history and tourism. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

May 1st - 18th (began April 24th)                             
Glimpses
Paintings and photographs by Ruth Huang, Lynn Loggie and Dyana Walker. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

May 1st – June 1st                                 
Kerrville Art Club Annual Juried Show
Fine art paintings from area artists. Reception May 3, 2-4 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

May 1st  – July 27th (began April 17th)                             
Annual Kerr County Camp Exhibit
A reflection of area camp history featuring the 2008 Hall of Fame camp inductees. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

May 8th - July 3rd
National Quilt Show
Original art quilts by artists throughout the United States.  Tuesday - Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

May 10th - June 7th
Flores Fresca
An exhibition of floral paintings by Evelyn Hickey.  Reception May 10, 2-4pm. Tuesday - Saturday 10am-6pm.  1550 Gallery. 1550 Junction Hwy, 830-257-1550.

May 15th
Bowfire
A total string experience-virtuosity in the hands of masters.  The hottest new show to hit the stage featuring the top virtuoso violinists and fiddlers on the continent, all together in one electrifying performance!  Sponsored by the Kerrville Performing Arts Society. Thursday 7:30pm.  Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 901 Main Street. 830.896.9393.

May 17th
An Introduction to Bats
Nyta Hensley, Manager of Old Tunnel Wildlife Management Area presents information about the fascinating life cycle of bats.  Saturday 10am.  Riverside Nature Center. 150 Francisco Lemos. 830.257.4837.

May 17th
Kerrville School of Dance students along with dancers from San Antonio Performing Arts Classical Ballet perform spring variations.  Saturday 7pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. 830.896.6116.

May 22nd
Heroes All
As a salute to all those who have served to both gain and preserve our freedom, especially for those who have fallen in service, Bank of the Hills, hosts this annual celebration of our Heros. Everyone is welcome, wear your uniform, bring your photographs and your memories so we may celebrate together. Celebration commences with a F-16 fly by and memorial at 6pm. All American meal of hotdogs, lemonade and ice cream served. There will be an outdoor concert throughout the evening and the event concludes with a fireworks display at dusk. 6pm-dark. Bank of the Hills, 1075 Junction Hwy. 830.895.2265.

May 22nd – June 15th                             
Artistry of Holton & Holton
Wall art, wood turnings, and gourd fine artworks by Jimmy & Barbie Holton. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

May 22nd - June 8th
Kerrville Folk Festival
Over 100 songwriters and their bands. Concerts, arts & crafts, kids concerts, food vendors and camping. Activities throughout the day, concerts in the evenings. Check out www.kerrvillefolkfestival.com for more information on performers and times. Advance tickets discounts are available on line for multi-day passes. Quiet Valley Ranch, 9 miles south of Kerrville on Hwy. 16. 830.257.3600, tickets 800.435.8429.

May 22nd – July 6th                                
3^rd Annual Southwest Gourd Fine Art Show
A juried show featuring the works of artists from all over the United States.  Reception and awards ceremony May 24, 4-6 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

May 23rd - 25th
5th Annual Texas Masters of Fine Art & Craft Invitational Exhibition
An exhibition of 20 of the finest professional artists and craftspeople from all over Texas. Friday 12-8pm, Saturday 10am-8pm, Sunday 10am-6pm. Y.O. Resort Hotel, 2033 Sidney Baker. 214.328.6382

May 23rd - 26th
The Official Texas State Arts & Crafts Fair
A four day fair full of arts, crafts, live music, food and fun for the whole family including a children's activity area. Friday 4-8pm, Saturday & Sunday 10am-6pm, Monday 10am-4pm. River Star Arts & Event Park, 4000 Riverside Dr. 830.896.5711.

May 24th - 25th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.895.4655.

May 30th - June 14th
Quilters
A magical musical about pioneer woman and her daughters sharing stories and songs through their handmade quilts. Opening weekend Friday-Sunday 8:30pm, following weekends Thursday-Saturday 8:30pm. The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

JUNE 2008

June 1st  (began May 1st)                               
Kerrville Art Club Annual Juried Show
Fine art paintings from area artists. Reception May 3, 2-4 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

June 1st - 8th (began May 22nd)
Kerrville Folk Festival
Over 100 songwriters and their bands. Concerts, arts & crafts, kids concerts, food vendors and camping. Activities throughout the day, concerts in the evenings. Check out www.kerrvillefolkfestival.com for more information on performers and times. Advance tickets discounts are available on line for multi-day passes. Quiet Valley Ranch, 9 miles south of Kerrville on Hwy. 16. 830.257.3600, tickets 800.435.8429.

June 1st - 14th (began May 30th)
Quilters
A magical musical about pioneer woman and her daughters sharing stories and songs through their handmade quilts. Opening weekend Friday-Sunday 8:30pm, following weekends Thursday-Saturday 8:30pm. The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

June 1st - July 3rd (began May 8th)
National Quilt Show
Original art quilts by artists throughout the United States.  Tuesday - Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

June 1st – July 6th (began May 22nd)                              
3^rd Annual Southwest Gourd Fine Art Show
A juried show featuring the works of artists from all over the United States.  Reception and awards ceremony May 24, 4-6 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

June 1st  – July 27th (began April 17th)                             
Annual Kerr County Camp Exhibit
A reflection of area camp history featuring the 2008 Hall of Fame camp inductees. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

June 2nd
Tivy Cheerleaders 3rd Annual Golf Tournament
Four person scramble format tournament, open to the public.  Entry fee includes green fees, carts and range balls, as well as food, fun and prizes.  The Club at Comanche Trace, 3074 Bandera Hwy. Email: julie.parmer@kerrvilleisd.net.

June 5th - 21st
Singin' in the Rain
Playhouse 2000 production. Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 901 Main Street. 830.896.9393.

June 5th – July 27th                               
Images – Kerr Arts & Cultural Center Annual Judged Membership Show
Multi-media art exhibit featuring the best artists in the Texas Hill Country!  Reception and awards ceremony, June 7, 3-5pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

June 6th
American Voices
San Antonio Brass performs four works by American composers.  The concert will include original works for brass quintet by noted composers (and conductors) Andre Previn and Michael Tilson Thomas as well as Jack Gale's classic arrangements of suites from Bernstein's "West Side Story" and Gershwin's "Porgy and Bess".  Friday 7:30pm.  First Presbyterian Church, 800 Jefferson St. 210.370.3559.

June 6th-8th
Kerr County 4-H Skeet & Trap Club Shoot
Skeet, Trap, 5 Stand & Sporting Clays. All Day. Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, 1886 Cypress Creek Road. 830.995.5118.

June 7th
Monarchs Ask:  What is a Garden?
Kip Kiphart will talk about basic ecological principles that help make a sustainable garden that will attract butterflies, birds and other organisms that influence a garden.  Saturday 10am.  Riverside Nature Center. 150 Francisco Lemos. 830.257.4837.

June 8th
Second Sunday Summer Serenade
A free concert in the park featuring George Eychner Brass. Bring your picnic, blankets or chair and enjoy a concert along the banks of the Guadalupe River. Each summer the Bank of the Hills proudly sponsors this event. 7:30pm. Louise Hays Park, off Thompson Drive. 830.895.2265.

June 14th
Second Saturday Art Trail 
Twelve art galleries in Kerrville and Ingram area present special exhibits and receptions.  Monthly contest features prize from a participating gallery. Maps of route and passports available.  Saturday 10am-6pm.  830.895.5184.

June 19th - 22nd
Texas Jr. Hereford Association Show
Children from all over Texas bring Hereford cattle for show and livestock judging. 8am-5pm. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, 3805 Hwy. 27 East. 830.456.9448.

June 19th – July 13th                             
Hand Pulled Prints
Inspiring print works by the Johnson Creek Press. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

June 20th - July 5th
Robin Hood
The beloved tale of the bandit and his merry men who rob the rich and give to the poor. Opening weekend Friday-Sunday 8:30pm, following weekends Thursday-Saturday 8:30pm. The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

June 22nd
Bunker Shoot
Three rounds of bunker (international) trap and a resquadded final for all.  All Day. Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, 1886 Cypress Creek Road. 830.995.5118.

June 25th - 29th
Hill Country Acoustic Music Camp
Five days of acoustic instrument instruction including jam sessions and concerts. Sponsored by the Texas Arts & Crafts Educational Foundation. Held at Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.896.5711.

June 28th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.895.4655.

JULY 2008

July 1st -  3rd (began May 8th)
National Quilt Show
Original art quilts by artists throughout the United States.  Tuesday - Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

July 1st - 5th (began June 20th)
Robin Hood
The beloved tale of the bandit and his merry men who rob the rich and give to the poor. Opening weekend Friday-Sunday 8:30pm, following weekends Thursday-Saturday 8:30pm. The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

July 1st – 6th (began May 22nd)                              
3^rd Annual Southwest Gourd Fine Art Show
A juried show featuring the works of artists from all over the United States.  Reception and awards ceremony May 24, 4-6 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 1st - 13th (began June 19th)                            
Hand Pulled Prints
Inspiring print works by the Johnson Creek Press. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 1st - 27th (began April 17th)                             
Annual Kerr County Camp Exhibit
A reflection of area camp history featuring the 2008 Hall of Fame camp inductees. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 1st - 27th (began June 5th)                              
Images – Kerr Arts & Cultural Center Annual Judged Membership Show
Multi-media art exhibit featuring the best artists in the Texas Hill Country!  Reception and awards ceremony, June 7, 3-5pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 7th-21st
Daisy Air Nationals
All Day. Hill Country Shooting Sports Center, 1886 Cypress Creek Road. 830.895.4504.

July 12th
Second Saturday Art Trail 
Twelve art galleries in Kerrville and Ingram area present special exhibits and receptions.  Monthly contest features prize from a participating gallery. Maps of route and passports available.  Saturday 10am-6pm.  830.895.5184.

July 10th - 26th
The Book of Ruth
Playhouse 2000 production. Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 901 Main Street. 830.896.9393.

July 10th – August 3rd                           
Kerr Arts & Cultural Center’s Summer Youth Art Program Exhibit
The summer youth art camp students will exhibit their creations.  Reception August 3, 1-3 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 10th - September 5th
27th Annual Regional Exhibition
All media exhibition featuring artists from the multi-state region of Texas and its neighboring states.  Tuesday -Saturday 10am-4pm. The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

July 13th
Second Sunday Summer Serenade
A free concert in the park featuring the US Airforce Band - Dimensions in Blue. Bring your picnic, blankets or chair and enjoy a concert along the banks of the Guadalupe River. Each summer the Bank of the Hills proudly sponsors this event. 7:30pm. Louise Hays Park, off Thompson Drive. 830.895.2265.

July 17th – August 10th                         
A Pictorial History of Texas Coast Naval Installations
A special traveling exhibit from the Texas Maritime Museum. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

July 18th - August 2nd
High School Musical
The smash Disney hit about two totally different teens who audition for the school's musical. Opening weekend Friday-Sunday 8:30pm, following weekends Thursday-Saturday 8:30pm. The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

July 26th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.895.4655.

July 31st– August 17th                         
Hometown Crafts Teachers’ Art Show
Exhibit of the work of Hill Country teachers. Awards and reception August 9, 4-6pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

AUGUST 2008

August 1st - 2nd (began July 18th)
High School Musical
The smash Disney hit about two totally different teens who audition for the school's musical. Opening weekend Friday-Sunday 8:30pm, following weekends Thursday-Saturday 8:30pm. The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

August 1st - 3rd (began July 10th)                        
Kerr Arts & Cultural Center’s Summer Youth Art Program Exhibit
The summer youth art camp students will exhibit their creations.  Reception August 3, 1-3 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August 1st- 10th (began July 17th)                       
A Pictorial History of Texas Coast Naval Installations
A special traveling exhibit from the Texas Maritime Museum. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August 1st - 17th (began July 31st)                        
Hometown Crafts Teachers’ Art Show
Exhibit of the work of Hill Country teachers. Awards and reception August 9, 4-6pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August 1st - September 5th(began July 10th)
27th Annual Regional Exhibition
All media exhibition featuring artists from the multi-state region of Texas and its neighboring states.  Tuesday -Saturday 10am-4pm. The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

August 3rd - 10th
Hill Country Cowboy Camp Meeting
Non-denominational Christian Revival in an open air tabernacle. Barbecue 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. Hwy. 27, 8 miles west of Ingram. 830.866.3775.

August 7th – August 31st                     
Ancient Roots
Multi-media exhibit featuring the artworks of Barbara Loyd, Jackie Heupel, Beth Hughes, Marion Loucks, Suzanne Morhart, and Liz Napier. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August  9th
Second Saturday Art Trail 
Twelve art galleries in Kerrville and Ingram area present special exhibits and receptions.  Monthly contest features prize from a participating gallery. Maps of route and passports available.  Saturday 10am-6pm.  830.895.5184.

August 9th
Hill Country Boer Breeders Sale
Production sale of regulated and non-regulated goats. 10am-2pm. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, 3805 Hwy. 27 East. 830.257.4133.

August 8th - 23rd
Steel Magnolias
The classic funny and touching story of a close knit circle of women who bond at Truvy's Beauty Salon.  Opening weekend Friday-Sunday 8:30pm, following weekends Thursday-Saturday 8:30pm. The Point Outdoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

August 10th
Second Sunday Summer Serenade
A free concert in the park featuring Harry & the Hightones. Bring your picnic, blankets or chair and enjoy a concert along the banks of the Guadalupe River. Each summer the Bank of the Hills proudly sponsors this event. 7:30pm. Louise Hays Park, off Thompson Drive. 830.895.2265.

August 14th - 30th
Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
Playhouse 2000 production. Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 901 Main Street. 830.896.9393.

August 14th – September 7th                
Downtown Retrospective
A collection of photographs depicting the historical downtown area of Kerrville past and present. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August 16th
14th Annual Kerrville Kids Triathlon
For ages 3-18. Swim, bike and run. Please bring your bike, helmet & shoes. Sponsored by the Kerrville Parks & Recreation department and Hill Country Bicycle Works. 9am-noon. Singing Wind Park, off Olympic and Singing Wind Drive. 830.792.8386.

August 16th
Guadalupe River Parade
6th Annual Guadalupe River Parade.  Texas Country Reporter, Bob Phillips, will be the Grand Marshall of what is expected to be the biggest parade yet.  Lots of prizes and special musical guests Harry & The Hightones. Sponsored by Clear River Advocates, Inc. Saturday 4-11pm.  Flat Rock Park, 3840 Riverside Drive. 830.377.9838.

August 21st – October 12th                  
88^th Annual National Watercolor Society Traveling Exhibition
A collection of works from the 2008 National Exhibition showcasing the world’s most highly respected artists. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center will be the only Texas venue to host this remarkable exhibit. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

August 22nd - 23rd
Original Team Roping
Enjoy the excitement of cowboys competing in this popular attraction. Friday 7pm, Saturday 9am. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, 3805 Hwy. 27 East. Email: office@otrc.net, 806.499.3584.

August 23rd
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.895.4655.

August 29th - 31st
Camp Eagle Classic Mountain Bike Festival
Family fun adventure race, trials competition, rock climbing competition, Bike Texas Kids Kup, mountain bike trials and races and more. Swimming, kayaks and a game room. Camp Eagle, Hackberry Lane, Rocksprings. 830.896.6864 or email hillbike@ktc.com. 

August 29th - 31st
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 2008

September 1st - September 5th (began July 10th)
27th Annual Regional Exhibition
All media exhibition featuring artists from the multi-state region of Texas and its neighboring states.  Monday -Friday 10am-4pm. The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

September 1st - 7th (began August 14th)                
Downtown Retrospective
A collection of photographs depicting the historical downtown area of Kerrville past and present. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

September 1st - October 12th (began August 21st)                 
88^th Annual National Watercolor Society Traveling Exhibition
A collection of works from the 2008 National Exhibition showcasing the world’s most highly respected artists. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center will be the only Texas venue to host this remarkable exhibit. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

September 3rd
Texas Heritage Coffeehouse
Co-sponsored by Schreiner University and the Texas Music Heritage Foundation. Coffeehouses are held once a month the first three months of each semester, proving a space for writers, musician and artists to show case their work at an open mike. 7-9pm. Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.792.1945.

September 4th –September 21st          
Guadalupe Watercolor Group Show and Sale
Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

September 11th – October 5th              
Representational Watercolor
Paintings and miniatures in watercolor by Bobbie Brown Marsh. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

September 11th – October 19th
2D National Juried Exhibition
All 2-Dimensional media exhibition featuring artists throughout the U.S. Tuesday -Saturday 10am-4pm. The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

September 13th
Second Saturday Art Trail 
Twelve art galleries in Kerrville and Ingram area present special exhibits and receptions.  Monthly contest features prize from a participating gallery. Maps of route and passports available.  Saturday 10am-6pm.  830.895.5184.

September 13th
S.E.E.D. (Some Enchanted Evening Dinner)
Fundraising dinner with silent and & live auction.  Live entertainment during first hour of evening.  Saturday 6pm.  Riverside Nature Center. 150 Francisco Lemos. 830.257.4837

September 13th
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 13th - 14th
Texas Gun & Knife Show
Display of guns, knives, jewelry, books and other related items. Saturday 9am-5pm, Sunday 10am-4pm. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, 3805 Hwy. 27. 830.257.5844.

September 19th - 20th
Original Team Roping
Enjoy the excitement of cowboys competing in this popular attraction. Friday 7pm, Saturday 9am. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy. 27 East. Email: office@otrc.net, 806.499.3584.

September 19th-20th
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 19th - October 4th
The Fantasticks
Classic coming of age story about two meddling fathers who plot to get their children to fall in love.  Opening weekend Friday-Sunday 7:30pm, following weekends Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday matinee (September 28th) 2:00pm. The Point Indoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

September 24th
Chautauqua Lecture Series-Schreiner University
"A Layman's Look at the Hubble Telescope" by Dr. William Sliva. Monday 7pm. Cailloux Campus Activity Center Theatre, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.792.7352.

September 25th – October 19th             
Quilts and Other Art Forms
Fiber art quilts and fiber art interpreted with other art forms by Kerr Arts & Cultural Center artists and Hill Country Quilt Guild members. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

September 26th-27th
Texas Heritage Living History Weekend
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.  Saturday will feature a new Songwriter Seminar.  Friday 9am-3pm.  Saturday All Day.  Texas Heritage Music Foundation. Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830-792-1945.

September 27th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.895.4655.

September 28th
Hill Country Crisis Council 6th Annual Golf Tournament
Four person scramble format tournament, open to the public.  Entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, goody bag, awards dinner and a chance to win prizes.  Riverhill Country Club, 100 Riverhill Club Lane. Email: lisa@hillcountrycrisiscouncil.org 830.257.7088 ext. 27.

OCTOBER 2008

October 1st
Texas Heritage Coffeehouse
Co-sponsored by Schreiner University and the Texas Music Heritage Foundation. Coffeehouses are held once a month the first three months of each semester, proving a space for writers, musician and artists to show case their work at an open mike. 7-9pm. Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.792.1945.

October 1st - 5th (began September 11th)             
Representational Watercolor
Paintings and miniatures in watercolor by Bobbie Brown Marsh. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 1st - 12th (began August 21st)                 
88^th Annual National Watercolor Society Traveling Exhibition
A collection of works from the 2008 National Exhibition showcasing the world’s most highly respected artists. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center will be the only Texas venue to host this remarkable exhibit. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 1st-19th (began September 25th)             
Quilts and Other Art Forms
Fiber art quilts and fiber art interpreted with other art forms by Kerr Arts & Cultural Center artists and Hill Country Quilt Guild members. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 1st-19th
2D National Juried Exhibition
All 2-Dimensional media exhibition featuring artists throughout the U.S. Tuesday -Saturday 10am-4pm. The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

October 3rd-4th
The Fantasticks
Classic coming of age story about two meddling fathers who plot to get their children to fall in love. Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm.  The Point Indoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

October 4th
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 9th – November 2nd                
Fragments
Mixed media artwork by the creative Visions 10 art group. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 10th - 11th
Original Team Roping
Enjoy the excitement of cowboys competing in this popular attraction. Friday 7pm, Saturday 9am. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy. 27 East. Email: office@otrc.net, 806.499.3584.

October 11th
Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter Gathering
An old style "grassroots" EAA event.  Fly-Market, fellowship and lunch.  Saturday 9am-4pm. 866.797.3407.

October 11th
Second Saturday Art Trail 
Twelve art galleries in Kerrville and Ingram area present special exhibits and receptions.  Monthly contest features prize from a participating gallery. Maps of route and passports available.  Saturday 10am-6pm.  830.895.5184.

October 15th – 19th                 
Kerr Arts & Cultural Center Artists’ Sale
Member artists selling their works at exceptional prices. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 16th - November 1st
All Kerrville Radio Show
Playhouse 2000 production. Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 901 Main Street. 830.896.9393.

October 18th-19th
Hill Country Tour of Homes
Tour homes and housing developments throughout the Kerrville and Fredericksburg area.  Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 12pm-5pm.  830.895.5424.

October 23rd-25th
Imaginations Gone Wild
An exhibition of artwork displayed for silent auction and a concluding benefit gala.  Gala features dinner and live music.  Thursday-Saturday 10am-4pm. Gala Saturday 6pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

October 23rd – December 7th               
Eighth Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show
Statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas.  Reception and awards ceremony November 1, 6-8 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

October 24th - 26th
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 5-11pm, Saturday 10am-1am, Sunday 10am-5pm. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, 3805 Hwy. 27. 830.257.7704.

October 25th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.895.4655.

October 30th - December 20th
Wildlife Art Show & Sale
Artwork featuring the native wildlife of the Texas Hill Country and their environment. Thursday-Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.
 

NOVEMBER 2008

November 1st (began October 16th)
All Kerrville Radio Show
Playhouse 2000 production. Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday 2pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 901 Main Street. 830.896.9393.

November 1st - 2nd (began October 9th)              
Fragments
Mixed media artwork by the creative Visions 10 art group. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

November 1st - December 20th
Wildlife Art Show & Sale
Artwork featuring the native wildlife of the Texas Hill Country and their environment. Thursday-Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

November 1st – December 7th (began October 23rd)              
Eighth Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show
Statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas.  Reception and awards ceremony November 1, 6-8 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

November 5th
Texas Heritage Coffeehouse
Co-sponsored by Schreiner University and the Texas Music Heritage Foundation. Coffeehouses are held once a month the first three months of each semester, proving a space for writers, musician and artists to show case their work at an open mike. Wednesday 7-9pm. Schreiner University, 2100 Memorial Blvd. 830.792.1945.

November 6th – December 7th             
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 8th
Second Saturday Art Trail 
Twelve art galleries in Kerrville and Ingram area present special exhibits and receptions.  Monthly contest features prize from a participating gallery. Maps of route and passports available.  Saturday 10am-6pm. 830.895.5184.

November 14th - 15th
Original Team Roping
Enjoy the excitement of cowboys competing in this popular attraction. Friday 7pm, Saturday 9am.. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy. 27 East. Email: office@otrc.net, 806.499.3584.

November 21st - December 13th
A Christmas Story
Funny, nostalgic tale of a little boy and his quest to find a Red Ryder BB gun under the Christmas tree. Opening weekend Friday-Sunday 7:30pm, following weekends Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday matinee (December 7th) 2:00pm. The Point Indoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

November 22nd
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.895.4655.

November 22nd
Holiday Lighted Parade
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), 830.792.8395.

November 22nd-23rd
4th Annual Nutcracker in the Hills
Celebrate the official opening of the Christmas season with a weekend of holiday festivities. Enjoy a family tradition as the San Diego Ballet presents the magic of the Nutcracker. Sponsored by the Kerrville Performing Arts Society. Saturday 8pm, Sunday 2pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 901 Main Street. 830.896.9393.

DECEMBER 2008

December 1st - 6th (began October 23rd)               
Ninth Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show
Statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas.  Reception and awards ceremony November 1, 6-8 pm. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

December 1st - 7th (began November 7th)            
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 - 20th
Wildlife Art Show & Sale
Artwork featuring the native wildlife of the Texas Hill Country and their environment. Thursday-Saturday 10am-4pm.  The Gallery at the Point, Hwy 39, Ingram. 830.459.HCAF.

December 4th-  13th
A Christmas Story
Funny, nostalgic tale of a little boy and his quest to find a Red Ryder BB gun under the Christmas tree. Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm, Sunday matinee (7th) 2:00pm. The Point Indoor Theatre, Hill Country Arts Foundation, Hwy. 39, Ingram. 830.367.5121 or 800.459.HCAF.

December 5th
14th Annual White Christmas in the Hills
Kerrville School of Dance students along with dancers from San Antonio Performing Arts Classical Ballet present a colorful Christmas program. Friday 7pm. Kathleen C. Cailloux Theater, 910 Main Street. 830.896.6116.

December 6th - 7th
Original Team Roping
Enjoy the excitement of cowboys competing in this popular attraction. All day. Hill Country Youth Exhibit Center, Hwy. 27 East. Email: office@otrc.net, 806.499.3584.

December 11th – January 4th               
Kerrville Art Club Show and Sale
Multi-media Art Mart with unframed art & frames. Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1-4pm. Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett. 830.895.2911.

December 11th – January 4th               
PhotoQuest
Tenth 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 13th
Second Saturday Art Trail 
Twelve art galleries in Kerrville and Ingram area present special exhibits and receptions.  Monthly contest features prize from a participating gallery. Maps of route and passports available.  Saturday 10am-6pm.  830.895.5184.

December 20th
Kerr County Market Days
A market place for quality goods from the Hill Country. Arts and crafts, fresh grown produce and plants. 9am-4pm. Kerr County Courthouse Square, 700 Main Street. 830.895.4655.

Updated 3/4/2008