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Valentine’s Day To-Do List
Cupid’s assistants at the Fredericksburg Convention and Visitor Bureau have compiled this list to help you plan a romantic getaway to Fredericksburg and Gillespie County that you and your sweetheart will remember for years to come! STEP ONE: Book Your Accommodations Fredericksburg and Gillespie County boast a wide array of accommodations – from all-suite hotels [...] Learn More >
New Fasching Event Revives Tradition
An event revival is on the horizon — Fasching Ball 2012. Sponsored by the Fredericksburg Area Lodging & Hospitality Association and starting with the ball on Saturday, February 18, at 7:00 p.m. at the Hangar Hotel & Conference Center this year, plans call for adding other events to the weekend in future years such as [...] Learn More >
First Friday Art Walk Fredericksburg
Every first Friday of the month, First Friday Art Walk Fredericksburg returns with special events planned throughout the day at participating art galleries – with most open until 8:00 p.m. Take a stroll through Fredericksburg’s historic district, sipping wine and checking out what each gallery has to offer. The participating galleries include Agave Gallery, Artisans [...] Learn More >
A Hill Country Feast from the Terroir of all Texas Terroirs – Newsom Vineyards
(Excerpt from a guest post on the Vintage Texas blog; text and photo used with permission.) All lovers of Texas wine should certainly know Ross Burtwell, owner of the Cabernet Grill in Fredericksburg. Ross is a talented and innovative chef who has developed his menu to reflect the way we eat in Texas today. Each [...] Learn More >
National Museum of the Pacific War
On the battlefield and on the home front, ordinary Americans took up the challenge to turn back the greatest threat to freedom and democracy of the 20th century. Their achievement is the story of the National Museum of the Pacific War told through artifacts, advanced media, custom animations and stunning film and photography of the [...] Learn More >
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Texas Hill Country Wineries “Wine Lovers Trail”
Love is in the air! Indulge in a little wine and chocolate. Come spend a romantic weekend in the stunning Texas Hill Country sipping and sampling wine and chocolate at the 33 Hill Country wineries. The Wine Lovers Trail has been extended to 10 full days this year . . . the perfect time to [...]
FEB 10 2012Luckenbach Hug In and Valentine Ball
It’s always a good time in Luckenbach Texas – “Where Everybody’s Somebody”! 37th Annual Hug In Weekend – it’s a tradition! Camp in Luckenbach over Valentine’s weekend. Campfires and picker circles everywhere. Friends . . .old, new and yet to be, come together to celebrate the art of Hugging! Come get your HeaRt-On with us! [...]
FEB 11 2012Fasching 2012 – Winter Karneval
Fabulous costume ball celebrating Fasching – also known around the world as Carnival and Mardi Gras. Prepare yourself for an event like no other and enjoy beautiful ice sculptures, vodka bar, wine fountain, bourbon bar, cigar suite – and that’s just the beginning! Presented by the Fredericksburg Area Lodging and Hospitality Association. To be held at the [...]
FEB 18 2012
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2012: Lady Bird Johnson Centennial Year
Fredericksburg named its municipal park after her and, of course, Gillespie County claims the Texas White House—the home she loved so much and shared with Lyndon B. Johnson. This year Lady Bird Johnson would have turned 100 years old. Lady Bird’s legacy to us is wildflowers and wilderness. The Highway Beautification Act of 1965, known [...]
Sons & Daughters of WWII Veterans Marks First Anniversary with 200 members
Sons & Daughters of World War II Veterans, a genealogical society administered by the Admiral Nimitz Foundation, marked its one-year anniversary on January 1, 2012. The society grew to 200 members in its first year and plans continued growth. The society was created to preserve the legacy of 16 million men and women who served [...]
Ringing in 2012
Many local venues are catering to New Year’s Eve revelers on Saturday, December 31. From dancing to concerts to volkssporting to dining. What’s your game plan? Dances Albert Dance Hall – 5435 S. RR 1623, Albert; dinner and dance; tickets online are $12 for dance in advance or $27 for dinner and dance; purchased at [...]
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JAN 27 2012
The Derailers playing at Crossroads
Crossroads Saloon and Steakhouse 9 pm. $5 cover charge.