February 2008 Calendar of Events for Texas

February 2008

1—BRYAN: First Friday Includes artist demonstrations, horse-drawn carriage rides and live music. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Historic Downtown Bryan. 979/260-9898 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1—LUBBOCK: First Friday Art Trail More than 20 venues showcase fabulous works of art. Hours are 6 to 9 p.m. Includes art, music and refreshments. www.ffat.org 806/762-8606 PANHANDLE PLAINS

1-2—COLLEGE STATION: A Ride with Bob: The Bob Wills Musical Featuring Ray Benson & Asleep at the Wheel Begins at 7:30 p.m. Rudder Theater, Texas A&M University Campus. 979/845-1234 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-2, 8-9, 14-16, 22-23, 29—GRANBURY: Granbury Live Nostalgia Concerts Professional cast performs costumed and choreographed live music productions from the golden age of rock ’n’ roll. Granbury Historic Square. www.granburylive.com 800/989-8240 or 817/573-0303 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-2, 8-10, 15-16—CONROE: Daddy’s Dyin’ (Who’s Got the Will) This is not the story of the impending demise of a father or the drafting of his will, but of a rebirth of the spirit of the family unit. Crighton Theatre. www.crightonplayers.org 936/441-7469 PINEY WOODS

1-3—CANTON: First Monday Trade Days www.firstmondaycanton.com 903/567-6556 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-3—FORT WORTH: Mozart & Schumann Bass Performance Hall. www.fwsymphony.org 817/665-6000 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-3—FORT WORTH: Southwestern Exposition Livestock Show & Rodeo Will Rogers Memorial Center. (Began Jan. 11.) www.fwstockshowrodeo.com 817/877-2400 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-3—GLEN ROSE: Winter Warm Up Hunter/Jumper Show Hunter classes are judged on how smooth and graceful the horse jumps over the obstacles. The Jumper class is judged on how fast the horse can jump a series of obstacles without knocking anything down. (Began Jan. 31.) www.glenrosetexas.net 254/897-3081 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-3—JEFFERSON: Mardi Gras Upriver Includes a Doo Dah Parade on Friday, grand parade on Saturday, a children’s parade on Sunday, live music, street vendors, street dances, and more. www.jefferson-texas.com 903/665-2672 PINEY WOODS

1-3—NAVASOTA: Go Texan Weekend Includes chili and barbecue cook-offs, dance, exhibits and a horseshoe contest. Grimes County Expo Building. www.navasotagrimeschamber.com 936/825-6600 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-3—PORT ARTHUR: Mardi Gras Weekend This year’s theme is Vacation Destinations. Includes parades, headliner bands, carnival rides, arts & crafts, food and strolling street entertainers. Downtown Port Arthur. (Began Jan. 31.) www.portarthur.com/mardigras 409/721-8717 GULF COAST

1-3—POST: Old Mill Trade Days Offers antiques, collectibles, jewelry, handcrafted items and more. Historic Postex Mill. www.oldmilltradedays.com 866/433-6683 PANHANDLE PLAINS

1-3—WAXAHACHIE: Cotton Patch Chili Cook-Off & Barn Dance Includes a CASI-sanctioned chili cook-off. Ellis County Youth Expo Center. 972/937-1870 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-3—WEATHERFORD: First Monday Trade Days Enjoy shopping for unique gifts, crafts, antiques and more. 100 Santa Fe Drive. www.weatherfordparks.com 817/598-4124 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1, 3—AUSTIN: I Dream A World Experience the imaginative and beautiful concert program that Conspirare will present at the Eighth World Symposium on Choral Music in July 2008 in Copenhagen. St. Martin’s Lutheran Church, 606 W. 15th St. www.conspirare.org 512/476-5775 HILL COUNTRY

1, 3, 5, 7, 9—HOUSTON: The Magic Flute Sarastro, a priest of Isis and Osiris, takes Pamina to his temple in order to release her from the influence of her mother, the Queen of the Night. Houston Grand Opera. www.houstongrandopera.org 713/228-6737 GULF COAST

1, 3, 6—DALLAS: Salome This is the racy New Testament story of the attempted seduction of John the Baptist by the princess Salome. Music Hall at Fair Park. 214/565-1116 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-3, 7-10, 14-17—SHERMAN: The Foreigner 903/892-8818 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-3, 8-10, 15-17—WEATHERFORD: The Nerd by Larry Shue An aspiring architect tells friends he owes a debt to a fellow ex-GI who saved his life in Vietnam. His friend shows up unexpectedly, but his delight soon fades when it becomes apparent his friend is a “nerd.” 114 N. Denton Road. E-mail: info@weatherfordtots.org • www.weatherfordtots.org 817/341-8687 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-17—HOUSTON: The Unseen Imprisoned by a totalitarian regime and mercilessly tortured for unknown crimes, Wallace and Valdez live without hope of escape or release. When an enigmatic new prisoner arrives and begins communicating in code, both men develop new relationships to each other, their captors and themselves. www.stagestheatre.com 713/527-0123 GULF COAST

1-17—SAN ANTONIO: Stock Show & Rodeo Includes named entertainment, rodeo, carnival, exhibits, horse show and livestock show. 3201 E. Houston St. (Began Jan. 31.)
E-mail: marketing@sarodeo.com • www.sarodeo.com 210/225-5851 SOUTH TEXAS PLAINS

1-24—ENNIS: Proposals by Neil Simon Nostalgic play recalls one idyllic afternoon in the summer of 1953, the last time the Hine clan gathers at a retreat in the Poconos. Presented by Ennis Public Theatre. 2705 N. Kaufman St. E-mail: ennis4u@swbell.net • www.visitennis.org 972/878-4748 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-29—ELGIN: African American Heritage Exhibits Features exhibits, gallery talk and more. E-mail: djackson@ci.elgin.tx.us • www.elgintx.com 512/281-5724 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-29—SHINER: Heritage Quilt Guild Show Features antique and contemporary quilts, needlework and special exhibits. Public Library, 115 E. 2nd St. 361/594-3044 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

1-29—WOODVILLE: Black History Month Heritage Village Museum. www.heritage-village.org 409/283-2272 PINEY WOODS

2—AUSTIN: Carnaval Brasileiro Flamboyant costumes, samba music and an uninhibited, spirited atmosphere have made Austin’s Carnaval one of the biggest festivals of its kind outside Brazil. Palmer Events Center. E-mail: bkrauss@austintexas.org • www.sambaparty.com 512/219-1292 HILL COUNTRY

2—BELLVILLE: Market Day on the Square Includes arts & crafts, collectibles, jewelry, antiques, great food and live entertainment. Downtown Bellville. E-mail: bellvillechamber@sbcglobal.net • www.bellville.com 979/865-3407 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

2—CONROE: The Magic of Music Join the Conroe Symphony Orchestra for family fun. Featured guest guitar soloist is Federico Olivera de la Vega. Begins at 1 p.m. The Ark Family Church, 450 Humble Tank Road. www.conroesymphony.org 936/760-2144 PINEY WOODS

2—CRYSTAL BEACH: Mardi Gras Parade Includes a parade with bands afterwards at Gregory Park. 409/684-5940 GULF COAST

2—EL PASO: Texas vs. the Nation A team of all Texas players goes head-to-head with a team consisting of seniors, who have no Texas ties, from colleges across the United States. Sun Bowl. www.texasvsthenation.com 915/544-9000 BIG BEND COUNTRY

2—FREDERICKSBURG: Chorale Mid-Winter Concert Features new choral works, art displays and instrumental music. St. Joseph’s Hall. E-mail: info@fredericksburgchorale.com • www.fredericksburgchorale.com 830/997-6869 HILL COUNTRY

2—GARLAND: According to Mark Twain Richard Reimer portrays Twain with all the heartwarming drama, wit and humor of the old master. Plaza Theatre, 521 W. State St. 972/205-2782 or 469/363-1380 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

2—HOUSTON: The Abduction from the Seraglio Two lovely young women held hostage on the Orient Express, endure both the advances of their captors and an elaborate rescue by their fiances that goes off the rails. Houston Grand Opera. www.houstongrandopera.org 713/228-6737 GULF COAST

2—JASPER: Birdhouse Day Celebration Hear an exciting two-hour program about bluebirds — learn what they look like, what they eat and how to take care of their needs. Offers an opportunity to build a bluebird house from a kit for a donation. Hours are 2 to 4 p.m. Martin Dies, Jr. State Park. 409/384-5231 PINEY WOODS

2—LIBERTY: Fantastic ‘50s Show Liberty Opry, Historic Park Theater, 1816 Sam Houston Ave. E-mail: texasrozbud@sbcglobal.net • www.libertyopry.com 877/729-9103 PINEY WOODS

2—MESQUITE: Mesquite Symphony Orchestra Mesquite Arts Center Concert Hall. E-mail: mtemplet@ci.mesquite.tx.us 972/216-8127 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

2—NASSAU BAY: Clear Lake Infiniti Open Mic Jazz Nite Musicians, vocalists, poets and music lovers are invited to step into the spotlight with seasoned professionals. Begins at 7 p.m. Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake, 2000 NASA Parkway. www.taaccl.org 281/335-7777 GULF COAST

2—ODESSA: Brand New Opree Gospel and country music are performed by local and area musicians. Begins at 7 p.m. The Globe Theatre, 2308 Shakespeare Road. 432/580-3177 BIG BEND COUNTRY

2—ORANGE: Annie: The National Tour The timeless tale of Little Orphan Annie returns in this tale about never giving up hope. Lutcher Theater. www.lutcher.org 409/745-5535 GULF COAST

2—ROCKPORT: Bountiful Bowl Pottery Fair World-class potters display their works for sale to the public. Rockport Fulton High School Commons Area. 361/729-5352 GULF COAST

2—ROUND TOP: Synergy Brass Quintet Begins at 3 p.m. International Festival-Institute at Round Top. www.festivalhill.org 979/249-3129 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

2—SAN ANGELO: San Angelo Symphony - Respighi’s Pines of Rome, DeFalla’s La Vida Breve Begins at 8 p.m. City Auditorium. 325/658-5877 PANHANDLE PLAINS

2—SAN ANTONIO: I Dream a World Experience the imaginative and beautiful concert program that Conspirare will present at the Eighth World Symposium on Choral Music in
July 2008 in Copenhagen. Begins at 7:30 p.m. Laurel Heights Methodist Church, 227 W. Woodlawn Ave. www.conspirare.org 512/476-5775 SOUTH TEXAS PLAINS

2—VICTORIA: Man to Man Family Outdoor Expo Exhibits are open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Kidzone is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Community Center. www.mantomanonline.org 361/572-9604 GULF COAST

2—WAXAHACHIE: Mardi Gras Parade Enjoy themed floats, Cajun music, food and fun. Downtown Waxahachie. 972/938-2062 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

2-3—FRISCO: WOGA Classic International Women’s Invitational Showcases national team member athletes from all over the world from the youngest to elite level competitors. See sport’s future stars compete. Frisco Conference Center. www.woga.net 972/985-9292 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

2-3—SOUTH PADRE ISLAND: SPI Kite Fest Eighth Annual Draws kite enthusiasts from around the country. North of the SPI Convention Centre. 956/761-1248 GULF COAST

2-3—STUDY BUTTE: BBMI Dutch Oven Cook-Off Categories vary with main entree, desserts, bread and more. Big Bend Motor Inn Party Barn. www.bigbendmotorinntx.com 432/371-2331 BIG BEND COUNTRY

2, 9, 16, 23—LIBERTY: La Bahia Market Offers homegrown, handcrafted and homemade items, plus antiques and collectibles. Hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. E-mail: chamber@imsday.com • www.libertydaytonchamber.com 936/336-5736 PINEY WOODS

2, 9, 16, 23—PASADENA: Armand Bayou Ranger 28-foot Pontoon Boat Experience Enjoy an informative and memorable safari filled with views of local wildlife and beautiful settings. Take a morning breakfast cruise or beautiful sunset cruise with expert guides. Reservations and advance payment required. www.abnc.org 281/474-2551 GULF COAST

2-23—CASTROVILLE: Quilt Exhibit See about 50 handmade quilts from private Castroville collections on display in the Exhibit Hall. Hours are 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Landmark Inn State Historic Site. 830/931-2133 HILL COUNTRY

2-Mar. 2—TYLER: Challenges Changing Form: the Artistic Journey of Franklin Demetrius Willis Exhibition Willis, associate professor of painting at Northern Arizona University, exhibits recent oil paintings that merge his extensive and international training with his personal heritage as an African-American growing up in rural East Texas. Tyler Museum of Art. 903/595-1001 PINEY WOODS

2-Mar. 2—TYLER: Chris Stewart: Wood Blocks Exhibition This art instructor and visual arts department chair at Tyler Junior College shares selections of woodblock prints from his recent works. Tyler Museum of Art, 1300 S. Mahon. 903/595-1001 PINEY WOODS

3—GALVESTON: Galveston Symphony Orchestra Begins at 7 p.m. The Grand 1894 Opera House. www.thegrand.com 800/821-1894 GULF COAST

3—KEMAH: Krewes into Kemah Mardi Gras Truck Parade Includes a noon line up behind T Bone Tom’s on Hwy. 146. Parade begins at 1 p.m. Mardi Pardi is from noon to dusk. Kemah Lighthouse District. E-mail: akruch@aol.com • www.krewedulac.org 832/771-7661 GULF COAST

3-15—BROWNWOOD: 10th Annual Stars of Texas Juried Art Exhibit Features works in all mediums by Texas artists. www.brownwoodart.com 325/646-7167 PANHANDLE PLAINS

4—CROCKETT: The Harlem Gospel Choir Crockett Civic Center. www.pwfaa.org 936/544-4276 PINEY WOODS

4—GIDDINGS: Country Music Monday Begins at 7:30 p.m. Sons of Hermann Hall. 979/542-3455 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

4—NACOGDOCHES: Getting It Right Bull Riding Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Nacogdoches Expo Center. www.nineflagsfestival.com 888/653-3788 PINEY WOODS

5—EL PASO: Bourbon Street on Cincinnati Street ‘08 This annual Mardi Gras celebration in Kern Place offers the biggest outdoor celebration in town with food, live outdoor music, beads and more. Cincinnati Street. 915/534-0600 BIG BEND COUNTRY

5—KERRVILLE: Mardi Gras on Main Includes fine art, wine, cuisine and music. Downtown Kerrville on Water Street. 830/792-8343 HILL COUNTRY

5—LAKE DALLAS: Mardi Gras Celebration The event begins with a large parade of decorative floats traveling through downtown Lake Dallas. City Park is transformed into a New Orleans-style party with authentic Cajun food, live music and a kidzone featuring pony rides, a giant inflatable obstacle course and slide, face painting, balloon sculpting and more. City Park of Lake Dallas. 940/497-2226 ext. 132 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

5—PORT ARTHUR: Fat Tuesday Mardi Gras Party This is the final party of the Mardi Gras season and includes music, dancing, bead throwing and costumed royalty. Brad Hall. 409/962-9860 GULF COAST

5-10—GALVESTON: Menopause the Musical The Grand 1894 Opera House. www.thegrand.com 800/821-1894 GULF COAST

7—CLEAR LAKE AREA: Epicurean Evening Join in a “Taste of Space” at Space Center Houston and sample cuisine from dozens of area restaurants and clubs. 281/488-7676
GULF COAST

7—NASSAU BAY: Small Works by Great Minds Arts Alliance Center at Clear Lake, 2000 NASA Parkway. www.taaccl.org 281/335-7777 GULF COAST

7—WHARTON: Jazz Band Concert Begins at 7:30 p.m. Wharton County Junior College Horton Foote Theatre, 911 Boling Highway. 979/532-4560 GULF COAST

7-10—ABILENE: 19th Annual Celebrity Quail Hunt Benefits Disability Resources Inc. 325/677-6815 PANHANDLE PLAINS

7-10—LAREDO: Laredo Birding & Butterfly Festival www.visitlaredo.com 956/794-1710 SOUTH TEXAS PLAINS

7-10—ODESSA: Midessa Boat, RV, Sport & Gun Show Hours are 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Ector County Coliseum, Andrews Highway and 42nd Street. 432/381-3324 BIG BEND COUNTRY

7-24—BRENHAM: Mary’s Wedding Presented by Unity Theatre. Mary recalls her arrival in Canada, her chance meeting with Charles in a barn during a rainstorm and the strength and beauty of young love. www.unitybrenham.org 979/830-8358 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

7-24—MARBLE FALLS: On Golden Pond Offers a touching, funny and warmly perceptive study of a spirited and lovable elderly couple facing their twilight years. Hill Country Community Theatre. www.hcct.org 830/798-8944 HILL COUNTRY

8-9—BRENHAM: Friendship Quilt Guild 2008 Quilt Show Washington County Fairgrounds, 1305 E. Horton St. 979/251-8486 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

8-9—GLEN ROSE: Seventh Annual Winter Show & Pull Includes an antique tractor pull, antique tractors, engines, machinery, model tractors, tractor games, kiddie pedal tractor pull and more. Somervell County Expo Center. www.glenrosetexas.net 254/897-4393, 254/897-3980 or 888/346-6282 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

8-9, 15-17, 22-23—BAYTOWN: Amadeus Baytown Little Theater. 281/424-7617 GULF COAST

8-10—BONHAM: Trade Days Fort Inglish Park. www.bonhamchamber.com 903/583-4811 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

8-10—DALLAS: Jazz Royalty Texas Ballet Theatre presents a world premiere production with vocalist Dame Cleo Laine and Sir John Dankworth. The Majestic Theatre. www.texasballettheater.org 877/828-9200 or 214/369-5200 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

8-10—SAN ANTONIO: On & Off Fredericksburg Road: Studio Tour Weekend begins at 6 p.m. Friday with a gala opening at Bihl Haus Arts, 2803 Fredericksburg Road. Enjoy a self-guided, weekend long tour of the working studios of more than 25 professional artists located in the near northwest side of San Antonio. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Bihl Haus Arts. E-mail: onandofffred@hotmail.com • www.onandofffred.org 210/733-7557 or 210/732-3502 SOUTH TEXAS PLAINS

8-10, 15-17—FREDERICKSBURG: Wine Lover’s Trail Travel the romantic path through sleeping vineyards to cozy wineries and enjoy sweetheart dinners, wine, chocolates and enchanting food pairings. Twenty-two hill country wineries participate. Tickets must be purchased online and quantities are limited. E-mail: jkbothum@gmail.com • www.texaswinetrail.com 866/621-9463 HILL COUNTRY

8-10, 15-17, 22-24—WHARTON: Grease Historic Plaza Theatre. 979/282-2970 GULF COAST

8-16—VICTORIA: I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts. www.theatrevictoria.org 361/576-6277 GULF COAST

8, 22—WESLACO: Breakfast with the Birds Enjoy breakfast on covered deck and watch water birds. Then, join a walking tour with one of the center’s knowledgeable guides. Hours are 7:30 to 10 a.m. Estero Llano Grande State Park. www.worldbirdingcenter.org 956/565-3919 SOUTH TEXAS PLAINS

8-24—EL PASO: Hair University of Texas at El Paso Dinner Theatre. 915/747-6060 BIG BEND COUNTRY

9—COLLEGE STATION: Cattle Baron’s Ball Night of food, fun, gaming, dancing and more benefits the American Cancer Society. Begins at 6 p.m. The Zone Club at Kyle Field, Texas A&M University Campus. 979/776-1464 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

9—COMSTOCK: Seminole Canyon Archeolympics Test ancient hunting and survival skills at this first-ever event. Individual contestants and teams compete in atlatl dart throwing, rabbit sticks and a race to be the fastest to start a friction fire using a hand drill. Hours are 1 to 4 p.m. Seminole Canyon State Park and Historic Site. E-mail: jack.johnson@tpwd.state.tx.us 432/292-4464 BIG BEND COUNTRY

9—EDNA: Valentine Crafts Begins at 2 p.m. Lake Texana State Park. 361/782-5718 GULF COAST

9—EL PASO: Side Street Strutters Presented by Showtime El Paso. Abraham Chavez Theatre. 915/544-2022 BIG BEND COUNTRY

9—EL PASO: Tuff Hedeman West Texas Shootout Four-time World Champion Bull Rider Hedeman presents this world championship bull riding event. El Paso County Coliseum. 915/544-8444 BIG BEND COUNTRY

9—EMORY: Eagle Fest Celebrates the Bald Eagle in Rains County, which was named the Eagle Capital of Texas. Includes live bird of prey shows and tours to see the eagles and other native birds on Lake Fork. Rains ISD, Hwy. 69. www.eaglefest.org 903/473-3913 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

9—ENNIS: Ennis Czech Music Festival Features five Czech bands of Ennis — Ennis Czech Boys, Jak Se Do, Harvesters, Jodie Mikula, and Czech & then Some. Sokol Activities Center, 2622 E. Hwy. 34. www.visitennis.org 972/878-4748 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

9—GALVESTON: 13th Annual Tour of Sacred Places Starts at 9 a.m. with a talk on Galveston’s historic cemeteries, followed by a tour of historic churches. St. Joseph’s Church, 2202 Ave. K. www.galvestonhistory.org 409/762-3933 GULF COAST

9—IRVING: One Hand, One Heart Guest pianist Eva Maria Zuk joins the symphony to perform a concert that will include the U.S. premiere of the Piano Concerto by Ricardo Castro and music from Broadway’s West Side Story! Irving Arts Center, Carpenter Performance Hall.
www.irvingsymphony.com 972/252-ARTS PRAIRIES AND LAKES

9—KIRBYVILLE: Texas Country Music Show Enjoy a variety of gospel and country music performed by several entertainers. Palace Theater, 313 E. Main. 409/423-5744 PINEY WOODS

9—LIBERTY: Country Western Show Featuring Country Kidz Liberty Opry, Historic Park Theater, 1816 Sam Houston Ave. E-mail: texasrozbud@sbcglobal.net • www.libertyopry.com 877/729-9103 PINEY WOODS

9—MCKINNEY: Second Saturday on the Square Stroll around historic downtown McKinney, see outstanding art and enjoy award-winning wine and jazz. Hours are 7 to 10 p.m. Historic Downtown McKinney. E-mail: blyndachristian@sbcglobal.net 972/548-7830 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

9—NEW BRAUNFELS: 16th Annual Hill Country Doll Show & Sale Sixty-five dealers from several states offer antique to modern collectible dolls, bears, miniatures, supplies, accessories, books and restoration. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. 380 S. Seguin Ave. 830/606-5868 HILL COUNTRY

9—RICHARDSON: Pilobolus This is a mind-blowing troupe of wildly creative and physically daring dancers who leap, fly, intertwine and break all the rules. Begins at 8 p.m. Charles W. Eisemann Center for Performing Arts. 972/744-4600 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

9—SAN ANTONIO: Asian Festival Experience the diverse traditions of the local Asian community, including the foods, crafts, games, martial arts, dances and stories. Cultures include Bali, Cambodia, China, Hawaii/Polynesian, India, Japan, Korea, Laos, Okinawa, Pakistan, the Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Vietnam and more. UTSA’s Institute of Texan Cultures. www.texancultures.utsa.edu 210/458-2224 SOUTH TEXAS PLAINS

9—SANTA FE: Haak Port & Chocolate Affair Reservations limited to 40. Haak Vineyards & Winery, 6310 Ave. T. www.haakwine.com 409/925-1401 GULF COAST

9—SOUTH PADRE ISLAND: KOA World’s Largest Surf Fishing Tournament Three age groups compete for prizes. Andie Bowie Park. www.fishacrosstexas.com 956/371-4099 GULF COAST

9—SURFSIDE BEACH: Surfside Beach Marathon This is the only marathon and half-marathon in the United States run entirely on a beach. Stahlman Park. ww.surfsidemarathon.com 979/297-8224 GULF COAST

9—VICTORIA: Black History Festival & Parade Community Center. 361/788-9851 GULF COAST

9-10—BOERNE: Market Days Dozens of vendors from all over Texas offer arts, crafts, antiques, collectibles, unusual items and great food. Main Plaza. www.visitboerne.org 830/249-5530 HILL COUNTRY

9-10—EL PASO: Flashdance 2008 Includes area high school jazz dance groups and special entertainment. Theatre at Chamizal National Memorial. 915/533-3311 BIG BEND COUNTRY

9-10—PLANO: Ticketstock 2008 Plano Centre/CVB. www.theticket.com 214/526-7400 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

9-10, 23-24—STEPHENVILLE: Chicken House Flea Market Shop among 100 inside booths, plus outside vendors. Hwy. 377. E-mail: allenscrafts@erath.net 254/592-6674 PRAIRIES AND LAKES

10—FREEPORT: Brazosport Symphony Orchestra Family Concert: Space, the Final Frontier Brazosport High School. www.bcfas.org 979/265-7661 GULF COAST

10—GRUENE: Gospel Brunch with a Texas Twist Serves up a New Orleans-style gospel brunch of awe-inspiring gospel music and a mouth-watering buffet. Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road. www.gruenehall.com 830/629-5077 or 830/606-1601 HILL COUNTRY

10—NEW BRAUNFELS: Mid-Texas Symphony Concert Begins at 4 p.m. New Braunfels Civic Center. www.mtsymphony.org 830/372-8089 HILL COUNTRY

10—ODESSA: Permian Basin String Quartet Begins at 2 p.m. Ellen Noel Art Museum, 4909 E. University Blvd. 432/563-0921 BIG BEND COUNTRY

10—ORANGE: Marvin Hamlisch Lutcher Theater. www.lutcher.org 409/745-5535 GULF COAST

10—SHINER: Big Buck Contest Includes meal, exhibits and more.