
FEB
17
2012
During April, milder temperatures across Texas make quick road trips appealing, especially to Fredericksburg where the perfusion of color from wildflowers is everywhere. And during that final week of April, the Fredericksburg events calendar is packed with plenty of fun things to do and see. Three of these great events are festivals – the Hill [...]
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FEB
09
2012
A charming destination where art, culture and commerce blend together with nightly parties, revealing Q&A’s, captivating panel discussions and the very best of independent film from around the world. Sounds like Sundance, doesn’t it? Not so fast! Add some Texas-style hospitality and you’ve got Fredericksburg’s very own Hill Country Film Festival. Why travel to Park [...]
FEB
03
2012
The 45-year museum collection of the late Joe Gish will be sold during a public auction on Saturday, February 11, beginning at 10 a.m., at 502 North Milam Street in Fredericksburg, Texas. A special open house public preview will be offered on Friday, February 10, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and on February 11 [...]
FEB
02
2012
Is Cupid’s arrow pointing you to Fredericksburg for a Valentine getaway during this month of romance? Then let Cupid’s assistants at the Convention and Visitor Bureau share with you some of the promotions and events our local businesses have shared with us! (Keep checking back for updates.) Wine Becker Vineyards: Becker Vineyards’ annual Merlot & [...]
JAN
27
2012
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 [...]