FUN ACTIVITIES
We know how important it is to you to balance relaxation and fun activities, and that is just what Sandy Road Guest Haus provides.
Enjoy picnicking under huge oaks, play a game of horseshoes, spend time laying around enjoying a nice quiet day under the shade trees or take a hike on our ranch. Nearby creeks have fish and we can lend you with a fishing rod and some good luck.
And with cities like Austin, San Antonio, Blanco, and historical Johnson City so near, you can pack up and take a day trip and get back to Johnson City in time for a great meal at a nearby restaurant.
There is so much to do and see while staying at Sandy Road Guest Haus near Johnson City.
Our extensive ranch makes a great place to walk and observe nature at the same time. We often see deer, rabbits, and a variety of birds. Occasionally we will see turkeys and armadillos and a fox. Take a hike further out on the ranch and see nature unspoiled.
We have an outdoor table and umbrella for you to enjoy and have your own picnic in the shade of our huge oak trees. Or take a snooze in the hammock stretched between two shady oak trees.
Our Guest Haus is in a great central location for visiting all the Texas Hill Country
attractions!
UNSCHEDULED FUN THINGS ON AND NEAR THE RANCH:
 Borrow our fishing poles and walk down to the Spring Creek or Hickory Creek or Grape Creek low water crossing areas
(all within a mile of your deck) and enjoy some quiet fish'n. Maybe take a picnic basket and relax.
If there isn't a burn ban in place, use our fire ring and free firewood to have an old-time campfire, and enjoy the stars . . . And yes, you can see them from here in our clear sky.
Bring your bow and go bow hunting in season (special rates apply, please contact us). Deer, turkey, and a variety of wild life.
Walk the ranch and see unspoiled nature. Moderate, hilly terrain and grassy pastures. Take your time. You won't see any city sites.
Enjoy the swing, outdoor table and chairs, and oak grove right next to your guest house.
UPCOMING JOHNSON CITY AREA LOCAL COMMUNITY EVENT CALENDAR: See our Web Links page (see tab above) for a comprehensive listing of local attractions (including detailed descriptions, phone numbers, web addresses and directions).
| Monthly - Every
Thursday: Silver K Cafe — Estrella Sol
Patch & Friends: Every Thursday evening in
our Starlight Room at the Silver K Cafe in Johnson City, from 7 p.m - 9 or
9:30 p.m. featuring Texas Music, casual & light fare along with Texas
wines & beer. Seating for "A Little Bit of Homestyle, Comfort &
Bistro" at the Silver K in our Star Light Room will commence at 5 p.m..
Hope to see you soon..... it is a real relaxing, enjoyable evening with
OUTSTANDING food. No Cover Charge! Info:
830-868-2911. Web: www.silverkcafe.com. |
| Monthly - Every
Thursday - Sunday: Downtown Entertainment & Dining at the Friendly
Bar Bistro! Scheduled live
entertainment every Thursday through Sunday. Every Sunday we feature the
Hill Country Pickers. Chef Ed Thompson's gourmet dinning is a treat. Every
Thursday is "Pasta Bar Night", with scrumptious featured menu selections
on Friday and Saturday, and a home style buffet on Sundays. Monthly Art
Exhibit. See entertainment and menu
details at www.FriendlyBarBistro.com.
Located at 106 N Nugent Ave (next to the Courthouse Square).
830-868-2182. |
| Monthly - Every
Saturday: Johnson City Library
Children's Storytelling: Children’s
Storytelling each Saturday @ 10am. Come expand your child’s mind with a
story adventure Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
| Monthly - 1st
Tuesday, (June 1): Johnson City
Writes: If you would like to enjoy sharing the
creative experience of writing, Join us at the Johnson City Library on the
1st Tuesdays, each month at 9:30am. We’ll have some fun, and it’s free.
For further information, contact Bambi Haley @ 830-868-9269 Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
| Saturday, June 5: Annual Fish Day: LBJ State Park in Stonewall, TX |
| Saturday, June 5: LBJ National Historical Park Presents Movies Under
the Stars presents: Butch Cassidy & the Sundance Kid:
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park
continues its popular summer movie series with classic films, all to be
shown on the LBJ Ranch near Stonewall. All movies are free of charge and
will be presented on a giant outdoor screen with professional sound. Free
refreshments are also part of the experience. All showings are set for
Saturday nights at 9 p.m., with a rain date on the next (Sunday)
night.
The public can drive onto the LBJ Ranch beginning at
7:30 pm. Bring lawn chairs or quilts for seating comfort. Last summer,
many people brought delicious picnic suppers to enjoy before the shows.
This is the best way to experience what friends and neighbors of the
Johnsons did back in the 1960s when they watched movies in the ranch
airplane hangar for their evening entertainment.
For further information, visit www.nps.gov/lyjo, or call
(830) 868-7128, extension 244 or 231. |
| Monday-Friday,
June 7-10: Community Church of the
Hills - Vacation Bible School 2010
Community Church of the Hills 212 Klett Ranch Road
Johnson City, TX 78636, (830) 868-7667, website: www.cchjc.net |
| Monthly - 2nd
Tuesday, (June 8): Boot Hill Health
Store — Introducing Super Tuesday Discount Day: 2nd Tuesday of each month, 10% off all high quality
vitamins and supplements in the store. 20% discount on all Burts Bees
products, rag rugs, and unique jewelry. Offering Natures Sunshine
Products, Bluebonnet brand, Olympian Labs and more. Boot Hill Health Store
is located at 105 Ranchview Dr, Johnson City. Hours Mon-Fri 10-5:30, Sat
10-2. Call us at 868-7776. |
| Monthly - 2nd
Thursday, (June 10): Johnson City
Garden Club: Meeting the 2nd Thursday of every
month at 2 p.m.. Contact Joycelyn Carter at 830-868-7010 for
location. |
| Saturday &
Sunday, June 11 & 13: 6th Annual
Blanco Lavender Festival Saturday and
Sunday: Free tours of local Lavender Farms, Lavender Market at The Blanco
Courthouse Square, Speakers Pavilion. For additional information please
contact the Blanco Chamber of Commerce at 830-833-5105 or visit www.blancolavenderfestival.com |
| Monthly - 2nd
Tuesday, (June 15): Chamber of
Commerce Meeting: 2nd Monday of each month
(except December). 5:30 pm at the Silver K Cafe, 209 East Main Street (HWY
290), Johnson City, TX. Call the Chamber for more info:
830-868-7684. |
| Monthly - 3rd
Tuesday, (June 15): Johnson City
Garden Club Craft Day: Meeting the 3rd Tuesday
of every month at the EMS Building from 9 — 4. Lunch is served. Contact
Joycelyn Carter at 830-868-7010. |
| Monthly - 3rd
Saturday, (June 19): Suzy Q's Third
Saturday Sale: Join us at Suzy Q's during our
3rd Saturday Sale. Special items are selected to be 10%, 15%, and even 50%
off. Maybe this time it is one of those items that you had in mind! Call
Suzy Q's for more information: 830-868-2919. web: www.suzyqs.net |
| Saturday, June
19: Vino el Pastor: Texas Hill Country/290 Wineries, contact: Brian Heath,
email: txbmh@yahoo.com, Web: www.wineroad290.com. |
| Saturday, June
19: Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm
Celebrates with the Stonewall Peach Jamboree: Sauer-Beckmann Farm in Stonewall, Texas. |
| Saturday, June 26: Johnson City Antique Engine and Tractor Pull:
Now in it's 2nd Year! Starting at 9am.
TRACTORS 1965 and back (Nebraska Test Book). All Engines Welcome. no
Charge to Exhibitors. Food - Live Music - Vendors- Horse Shoes - Washer
Pitchin - Kid's Tractor Pull. Admission: Adults - $5.00, Kids - $3.00, 12
and under - free. 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place and Best in Show Plaques.
Proceeds benefit Blanco County Fair Association. Information:
830-868-2809. For Vendor information contact Horst at 830-868-7614 or
Robin at 830-868-2510. |
| Monthly - Last
Saturday, (June 26): Kirchman Gallery
Reception: Kirchman Gallery hosts a reception
the last Saturday of each month, at the Kirchman Gallery, 213 N. Nugent,
Johnson City, across from the courthouse. Join us 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Visit www.KirchmanGallery.com for more
information. |
| Monthly - Last
Tuesday, (June 29): Johnson City
Library - Civil War Roundtable: Do you have an
interest in the Civil War? Are you a Civil War collector? Do you like to
read about or watch Civil War videos? One way to peak your enthusiasm is
to participate in a Civil War Roundtable with other like-minded
individuals. Discussions are the last Tuesday of each month at 7pm @ The
Johnson City Library. Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
| Thursdays, Month
of July: Youth Archery
Clinic: LBJ State Park in Stonewall,
Texas at the Baseball Field |
| Sunday, July
4: 8th Annual July Fourth
Spange-Dangle: Mark your Calendars with
More Information To Come |
| Sunday, July 4: Old
Time Fun on Fourth of July at the Farm: Sauer-Beckmann Farm in Stonewall, Texas. |
| Monthly - 1st
Tuesday, (July 6): Johnson City
Writes: If you would like to enjoy sharing the
creative experience of writing, Join us at the Johnson City Library on the
1st Tuesdays, each month at 9:30am. We’ll have some fun, and it’s free.
For further information, contact Bambi Haley @ 830-868-9269 Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
| Monthly - 2nd
Thursday, (July 8): Johnson City
Garden Club: Meeting the 2nd Thursday of every
month at 2 p.m.. Contact Joycelyn Carter at 830-868-7010 for
location. |
| Monthly - Every
Thursday: Silver K Cafe — Estrella Sol
Patch & Friends: Every Thursday evening in
our Starlight Room at the Silver K Cafe in Johnson City, from 7 p.m - 9 or
9:30 p.m. featuring Texas Music, casual & light fare along with Texas
wines & beer. Seating for "A Little Bit of Homestyle, Comfort &
Bistro" at the Silver K in our Star Light Room will commence at 5 p.m..
Hope to see you soon..... it is a real relaxing, enjoyable evening with
OUTSTANDING food. No Cover Charge! Info:
830-868-2911. Web: www.silverkcafe.com. |
| Monthly - Every
Thursday - Sunday: Downtown Entertainment & Dining at the Friendly
Bar Bistro! Scheduled live
entertainment every Thursday through Sunday. Every Sunday we feature the
Hill Country Pickers. Chef Ed Thompson's gourmet dinning is a treat. Every
Thursday is "Pasta Bar Night", with scrumptious featured menu selections
on Friday and Saturday, and a home style buffet on Sundays. Monthly Art
Exhibit. See entertainment and menu
details at www.FriendlyBarBistro.com.
Located at 106 N Nugent Ave (next to the Courthouse Square).
830-868-2182. |
| Monthly - Every
Saturday: Johnson City Library
Children's Storytelling: Children’s
Storytelling each Saturday @ 10am. Come expand your child’s mind with a
story adventure Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
| Saturday, July 10: LBJ National Historical Park Presents Movies Under
the Stars presents: To Kill A Mockingbird: Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park continues its
popular summer movie series with classic films, all to be shown on the LBJ
Ranch near Stonewall. All movies are free of charge and will be presented
on a giant outdoor screen with professional sound. Free refreshments are
also part of the experience. All showings are set for Saturday nights at 9
p.m., with a rain date on the next (Sunday) night.
The public can drive onto the LBJ Ranch beginning at
7:30 pm. Bring lawn chairs or quilts for seating comfort. Last summer,
many people brought delicious picnic suppers to enjoy before the shows.
This is the best way to experience what friends and neighbors of the
Johnsons did back in the 1960s when they watched movies in the ranch
airplane hangar for their evening entertainment.
For further information, visit www.nps.gov/lyjo, or call
(830) 868-7128, extension 244 or 231. |
| Monthly - 2nd
Tuesday, (July 13): Chamber of
Commerce Meeting: 2nd Monday of each month
(except December). 5:30 pm at the Silver K Cafe, 209 East Main Street (HWY
290), Johnson City, TX. Call the Chamber for more info:
830-868-7684. |
| Monthly - 2nd
Tuesday, (July 13): Boot Hill Health
Store — Introducing Super Tuesday Discount Day: 2nd Tuesday of each month, 10% off all high quality
vitamins and supplements in the store. 20% discount on all Burts Bees
products, rag rugs, and unique jewelry. Offering Natures Sunshine
Products, Bluebonnet brand, Olympian Labs and more. Boot Hill Health Store
is located at 105 Ranchview Dr, Johnson City. Hours Mon-Fri 10-5:30, Sat
10-2. Call us at 868-7776. |
| Monthly - 3rd
Saturday, (July 17): Suzy Q's Third
Saturday Sale: Join us at Suzy Q's during our
3rd Saturday Sale. Special items are selected to be 10%, 15%, and even 50%
off. Maybe this time it is one of those items that you had in mind! Call
Suzy Q's for more information: 830-868-2919. web: www.suzyqs.net |
| Monthly - 3rd
Tuesday, (July 20): Johnson City
Garden Club Craft Day: Meeting the 3rd Tuesday
of every month at the EMS Building from 9 — 4. Lunch is served. Contact
Joycelyn Carter at 830-868-7010. |
| Saturday, July
24: Chili and Chillin': Texas Hill Country/290 Wineries, contact: Brian Heath,
email: txbmh@yahoo.com, Web: www.wineroad290.com. |
| Monthly - Last
Tuesday, (July 27): Johnson City
Library - Civil War Roundtable: Do you have an
interest in the Civil War? Are you a Civil War collector? Do you like to
read about or watch Civil War videos? One way to peak your enthusiasm is
to participate in a Civil War Roundtable with other like-minded
individuals. Discussions are the last Tuesday of each month at 7pm @ The
Johnson City Library. Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
| Monthly - Last
Saturday, (July 31): Kirchman Gallery
Reception: Kirchman Gallery hosts a reception
the last Saturday of each month, at the Kirchman Gallery, 213 N. Nugent,
Johnson City, across from the courthouse. Join us 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Visit www.KirchmanGallery.com for more
information. |
| MONTHLY Events: |
|
Monthly - Every Thursday:
Silver K Cafe — Estrella Sol Patch & Friends: Every Thursday evening in our Starlight Room at the Silver K Cafe in Johnson City, from 7 p.m - 9 or 9:30 p.m. featuring Texas Music, casual & light fare along with Texas wines & beer. Seating for "A Little Bit of Homestyle, Comfort & Bistro" at the Silver K in our Star Light Room will commence at 5 p.m.. Hope to see you soon..... it is a real relaxing, enjoyable evening with OUTSTANDING food. No Cover Charge! Info: 830-868-2911. Web: www.silverkcafe.com. |
|
Monthly - Every Thursday - Sunday
: Downtown Entertainment & Dining at the Friendly Bar Bistro!
Dining available Thursday through Saturday from 5pm - 10 pm, LIVE entertainment from 8pm - 11pm Thursday through Saturday. Hill Country Pickers featured every Sunday from 6pm - 11pm.
Chef Ed Thompson's gourmet dinning is a treat.
See entertainment and menu details at www.FriendlyBarBistro.com.
Located at 106 N Nugent Ave (next to the Courthouse Square). 830-868-2182.
|
|
Monthly - Every Saturday:
Johnson City Library Children's Storytelling: Children’s Storytelling each Saturday @ 10am. Come expand your child’s mind with a story adventure Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
|
Monthly - 1st Tuesday, (August 3): Johnson City Writes: If you would like to enjoy sharing the creative experience of writing, Join us at the Johnson City Library on the 1st Tuesdays, each month at 9:30am. We’ll have some fun, and it’s free. For further information, contact Bambi Haley @ 830-868-9269 Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
|
Monthly - 2nd Tuesday, (August 10): Chamber of Commerce Meeting: 2nd Tuesday of each month (except December). 5:30 pm at the Silver K Cafe, 209 East Main Street (HWY 290), Johnson City, TX. Call the Chamber for more info: 830-868-7684. |
|
Monthly - 2nd Tuesday, (August 10): Boot Hill Health Store — Super Tuesday Discount Day: 2nd Tuesday of each month, 10% off all high quality vitamins and supplements in the store. 20% discount on all Burts Bees products, rag rugs, and unique jewelry. Offering Natures Sunshine Products, Bluebonnet brand, Olympian Labs and more. Boot Hill Health Store is located at 105 Ranchview Dr, Johnson City. Hours Mon-Fri 10-5:30, Sat 10-2. Call us at 868-7776. |
|
Monthly - 2nd Thursday, (August 12):
Johnson City Garden Club: Meeting the 2nd Thursday of every month at 2 p.m.. Contact Joycelyn Carter at 830-868-7010 for location. |
|
Monthly - 3rd Tuesday, (August 17):
Johnson City Garden Club Craft Day: Meeting the 3rd Tuesday of every month at the EMS Building from 9 — 4. Lunch is served. Contact Joycelyn Carter at 830-868-7010. |
|
Monthly - 3rd Saturday, (August 21):
Suzy Q's Third Saturday Sale: Join us at Suzy Q's during our 3rd Saturday Sale. Special items are selected to be 10%, 15%, and even 50% off. Maybe this time it is one of those items that you had in mind! Call Suzy Q's for more information: 830-868-2919. web: www.suzyqs.net |
|
Monthly - Last Saturday, (August 28):
Kirchman Gallery Reception:
Kirchman Gallery hosts a reception the last Saturday of each month, at the Kirchman Gallery, 213 N. Nugent, Johnson City, across from the courthouse. Join us 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Visit www.KirchmanGallery.com for more information.
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|
Monthly - Last Tuesday, (August 31):
Johnson City Library - Civil War Roundtable: Do you have an interest in the Civil War? Are you a Civil War collector? Do you like to read about or watch Civil War videos? One way to peak your enthusiasm is to participate in a Civil War Roundtable with other like-minded individuals. Discussions are the last Tuesday of each month at 7pm @ The Johnson City Library. Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
| AUGUST 2010 Events |
|
Thursdays, Month of August: Youth Archery Clinic: LBJ State Park in Stonewall, Texas at the Baseball Field |
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Fridays - Sundays, August 6-8 & 13-15:
Harvest Wine Trail
Includes 22 wineries in the Texas Hill Country. January Weiss (512) 914-5561 or (866) 621-9463 january@texaswinetrail.com,
www.texaswinetrail.com
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August 19, 20, & 21 (details to be confirmed):
80th Annual Blanco County Fair and Rodeo and Big Carnival!
Visit our website at www.bcfra.org for more information. *Vendors call Katy Odiorne 830-868-7053 ENJOY SOME HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 2008 RODEO! Click Here »»
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Thursday, August 19:
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10:00 a.m.-
7:00 p.m.
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Exhibit Check-in / Exhibit Hall |
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5
:30 p.m.-
6:30 p.m.
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Sign-up for Youth Rodeo ($10 per entry in each event) |
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7:00 p.m.-
11:00 p.m.
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Big Carnival ($15 wristbands) |
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7:00 p.m.
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Youth Rodeo - open to Blanco Co. Public School Students Only
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Friday, August 20:
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9:00 a.m.-
Noon
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Entry Judging
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3:00 p.m.-
8:00 p.m.
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Exhibits Open to the Public
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7:00 p.m.-
11:00 p.m.
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Big Carnival ($15 wristbands) |
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7:00 p.m.
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Jr. Lamb Show & Jr. Meat Goat Show
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7:00 p.m.
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Queen's Contest
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8:00 p.m.
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Rodeo by Lester Meier Rodeo Company
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8:30 p.m.-
12:30 a.m.
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Rodeo Dance with Hilltown (Facebook Page) (MySpace Page)
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Saturday, August 21:
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10:00 a.m.
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Big Street Parade - downtown Johnson City - BBQ for sale on the square after the parade
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11
:00 a.m.-
8:00 p.m.
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Exhibits Open to the Public
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12:30 p.m. |
County Roping (Registration 11:00 a.m. - noon)
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1:00 p.m.
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Jr. Steer Show
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1:00 p.m.
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Washer Pitching Contest at Fair Grounds - registration 12:30 p.m. - Trophies and Money Awarded
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2
:00 p.m.-
11:00 p.m.
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Big Carnival ($15 wristbands) |
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7:00 p.m.
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Queen's Coronation
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8:00 p.m.
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Rodeo by Lester Meier Rodeo Company
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9:30 p.m.-
1:00 a.m.
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Rodeo Dance with
Somewhere in Texas
(MySpace Page) |
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Saturday & Sunday, August 14 - 15: Annual Grape Stomp
Here at the Texas Hills Vineyard we will be holding our
9th Annual Grape Stomp
. Extended for two weekends by popular demand. Stomp for free or purchase a t-shirt and personalize it with your footprints. Call the Texas Hills Vineyard for more information 830-868-2321
www.texashillsvineyard.com
This year TWO Weekends! Also August 21-22. |
| Saturday, August 14: LBJ National Historical Park Presents Movies Under the Stars presents: Planet of the Apes: Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park continues its popular summer movie series with classic films, all to be shown on the LBJ Ranch near Stonewall. All movies are free of charge and will be presented on a giant outdoor screen with professional sound. Free refreshments are also part of the experience. All showings are set for Saturday nights at 9 p.m., with a rain date on the next (Sunday) night. The public can drive onto the LBJ Ranch beginning at 7:30 pm. Bring lawn chairs or quilts for seating comfort. Last summer, many people brought delicious picnic suppers to enjoy before the shows. This is the best way to experience what friends and neighbors of the Johnsons did back in the 1960s when they watched movies in the ranch airplane hangar for their evening entertainment. For further information, visit www.nps.gov/lyjo, or call (830) 868-7128, extension 244 or 231. |
|
Saturday & Sunday, August 28 - 29: Annual Grape Stomp
Here at the Texas Hills Vineyard we will be holding our
9th Annual Grape Stomp
. Extended for two weekends by popular demand. Stomp for free or purchase a t-shirt and personalize it with your footprints. Call the Texas Hills Vineyard for more information 830-868-2321
www.texashillsvineyard.com
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Friday, August 27:
102nd Anniversary of LBJ's Birth Wreath Laying Ceremony:
Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park will honor the 102nd anniversary of former President Johnson with a 10 a.m. ceremony on August 27 at the LBJ Ranch District. Military representatives from Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio will assist in laying the wreath. Contact Liz Lindig for more information 830-868-7128 ext. 231 or email: liz_lindig@nps.gov website: www.nps.gov/lyjo/planyourvisit/events.htm
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Friday, August 27 (details to be confirmed): LBJ's Birthday Celebration at The Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. An "old fashion style" birthday party to honor of the 36th President of the United States. Throughout the day, enjoy such things as marbles, tops, jacks and stick horse races. These games would have been common activities of the time when the president was growing up here in the Texas Hill Country along with other neighboring children. It will also be a day to step back in time and see what life was like when the president was growing up in an area that had no electricity or running water. Costumed interpreters will be on site to visit with you about the historical farm-neighboring house to a president and the lifestyle of the time when he was born 101 years ago. Refreshments will be served at the park for your enjoyment and to commemorate a past president. (830) 644-2252 www.tpwd.state.tx.us
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Saturday & Sunday, August 28-29:
Becker Vineyards 13th Annual Grape Stomp:
Details to come: Visit www.beckervineyards.com for more information.
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| MONTHLY Events: |
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Monthly - 1st Tuesday, (September 7):
Johnson City Writes: If you would like to enjoy sharing the creative experience of writing, Join us at the Johnson City Library on the 1st Tuesdays, each month at 9:30am. We’ll have some fun, and it’s free. For further information, contact Bambi Haley @ 830-868-9269 Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
|
Monthly - 2nd Thursday, (September 9):
Johnson City Garden Club: Meeting the 2nd Thursday of every month at 2 p.m.. Contact Joycelyn Carter at 830-868-7010 for location. |
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Monthly - 2nd Tuesday, (September 14): Chamber of Commerce Meeting: 2nd Tuesday of each month (except December). 5:30 pm at the Silver K Cafe, 209 East Main Street (HWY 290), Johnson City, TX. Call the Chamber for more info: 830-868-7684. |
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Monthly - 2nd Tuesday, (September 14): Boot Hill Health Store — Super Tuesday Discount Day: 2nd Tuesday of each month, 10% off all high quality vitamins and supplements in the store. 20% discount on all Burts Bees products, rag rugs, and unique jewelry. Offering Natures Sunshine Products, Bluebonnet brand, Olympian Labs and more. Boot Hill Health Store is located at 105 Ranchview Dr, Johnson City. Hours Mon-Fri 10-5:30, Sat 10-2. Call us at 868-7776. |
|
Monthly - Every Thursday:
Silver K Cafe — Estrella Sol Patch & Friends: Every Thursday evening in our Starlight Room at the Silver K Cafe in Johnson City, from 7 p.m - 9 or 9:30 p.m. featuring Texas Music, casual & light fare along with Texas wines & beer. Seating for "A Little Bit of Homestyle, Comfort & Bistro" at the Silver K in our Star Light Room will commence at 5 p.m.. Hope to see you soon..... it is a real relaxing, enjoyable evening with OUTSTANDING food. No Cover Charge! Info: 830-868-2911. Web: www.silverkcafe.com. |
|
Monthly - Every Thursday - Sunday
: Downtown Entertainment & Dining at the Friendly Bar Bistro!
Dining available Thursday through Saturday from 5pm - 10 pm, LIVE entertainment from 8pm - 11pm Thursday through Saturday. Hill Country Pickers featured every Sunday from 6pm - 11pm.
Chef Ed Thompson's gourmet dinning is a treat.
See entertainment and menu details at www.FriendlyBarBistro.com.
Located at 106 N Nugent Ave (next to the Courthouse Square). 830-868-2182.
|
|
Monthly - Every Saturday:
Johnson City Library Children's Storytelling: Children’s Storytelling each Saturday @ 10am. Come expand your child’s mind with a story adventure Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
|
Monthly - 3rd Saturday, (September 18):
Suzy Q's Third Saturday Sale: Join us at Suzy Q's during our 3rd Saturday Sale. Special items are selected to be 10%, 15%, and even 50% off. Maybe this time it is one of those items that you had in mind! Call Suzy Q's for more information: 830-868-2919. web: www.suzyqs.net |
|
Monthly - 3rd Tuesday, (September 21):
Johnson City Garden Club Craft Day: Meeting the 3rd Tuesday of every month at the EMS Building from 9 — 4. Lunch is served. Contact Joycelyn Carter at 830-868-7010. |
|
Monthly - Last Saturday, (September 25):
Kirchman Gallery Reception:
Kirchman Gallery hosts a reception the last Saturday of each month, at the Kirchman Gallery, 213 N. Nugent, Johnson City, across from the courthouse. Join us 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Visit www.KirchmanGallery.com for more information.
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Monthly - Last Tuesday, (September 28):
Johnson City Library - Civil War Roundtable: Do you have an interest in the Civil War? Are you a Civil War collector? Do you like to read about or watch Civil War videos? One way to peak your enthusiasm is to participate in a Civil War Roundtable with other like-minded individuals. Discussions are the last Tuesday of each month at 7pm @ The Johnson City Library. Web: www.jclibrarysite.org. |
| SEPTEMBER 2010 Events |
|
Saturday & Sunday, September 4-5:
Becker Vineyards 13th Annual Grape Stomp:
Details to come: Visit www.beckervineyards.com for more information.
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Friday, September 10: Hill Country Spurs 4H Club of Blanco County - Speed Event Buckle Series: Friday Nights, June 11, July 9, July 30, September 10. Blanco County Fairgrounds in Johnson City, TX. Books Open at 5:30 pm, Events Start at 6:30 pm. Clover Leaf Barrels, Straight Away Barrels, Pole Bending, Stake Race, Goats - Hair Pulling & Tying. End of Day High Point Awards, Great Prizes, End of Series All-Around Buckles, Concession Stand, Lots of Family Fun! Leadline 6+ under, Independent Rider 9+ under, Junior 10-14, Senior 15-19, Adult 20+. (Age as of June 1, 2010) $10 per exhibitor per event. Negative Coggins Required for ALL horses on the grounds and must be turned in with entries. Entry Forms available at www.HillCountrySpurs.org. For more information contact Amy Yachimski 512-934-8440, Traci Smith 512-626-0098, or April Klepac 830-833-4638. Entry Form »» Flyer »» |
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Saturday, September 18:
Bird Dog Invitational Fly-In: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at the LBJ Ranch in Stonewall, Texas. Visitors get up-close and personal with historic Bird Dog planes. Contact Liz Lindig 830-868-7128 ext. 231 www.nps.gov |
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Saturday, September 18:
Kiolbassa and Kabernet:
Texas Hill Country/290 Wineries, contact: Brian Heath, email: txbmh@yahoo.com, Web: www.wineroad290.com. |
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Saturday & Sunday, September 25 - 26:
3rd Annual Seed Stomp: Children and their families are invited to help scatter wildflower seeds in open areas and fields in the park and to walk the nature trails. Hours are 1:30 to 3 p.m. Lyndon B. Johnson State Park and Historic Site . (830) 644-2252 www.tpwd.state.tx.us |
| Saturday, September 25: LBJ National Historical Park Presents Movies Under the Stars presents: Raiders of the Lost Ark: Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park continues its popular summer movie series with classic films, all to be shown on the LBJ Ranch near Stonewall. All movies are free of charge and will be presented on a giant outdoor screen with professional sound. Free refreshments are also part of the experience. All showings are set for Saturday nights at 9 p.m., with a rain date on the next (Sunday) night. The public can drive onto the LBJ Ranch beginning at 7:30 pm. Bring lawn chairs or quilts for seating comfort. Last summer, many people brought delicious picnic suppers to enjoy before the shows. This is the best way to experience what friends and neighbors of the Johnsons did back in the 1960s when they watched movies in the ranch airplane hangar for their evening entertainment. For further information, visit www.nps.gov/lyjo, or call (830) 868-7128, extension 244 or 231. |
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FAVORITE LOCAL AREA DAY TRIPS
Hill Country Wineries: Visit the many wonderful local vineyards located in the Texas Hill Country. Experience exquisite wines right here in the Lone Star state! Click: www.HillCountryPortal.com/hillcountrywine.html
Hill Country Entertainment: The towns surrounding our Resort are filled with lots of great activities. Here are good places to start looking at the fun stuff: www.HillCountryPortal.com/hillcountrytourism.html and www.HillCountryPortal.com/hillcountryentertainment.html
River Tubing & Rafting: Nearby in the Guadalupe River area (South Blanco to Canyon Lake) as well as the Frio River area (Medina, Frio, Vanderpool, Leakey, and Garden State Park).
Hill Country Motorcycling: We have some of the best riding in the Hill Country right here in our back yard of the Sandy Road Guest Haus. RR 1320, 1323, Willow City Loop, and more country roads and back areas make our Guest Haus an ideal location to anchor your motorcycling trip. More helpful info about Hill Country riding at: www.HillCountryPortal.com/hillcountrymotorcycling.html
Fredericksburg Trade Days: www.fredericksburgtradedays.com. One of the best recurring trade day events in Texas.
 Perdernales Falls State Park: 5212 acres opened in 1971. Located along the banks of scenic Pedernales River and features picturesque waterfalls, abundant animal and bird life, fishing, swimming, tubing, camping, picnicking, hiking, mountain biking and horseback riding. The park's main attraction is the set of waterfalls carved out of the limestone terrain that can be viewed from a scenic overlook at the north end of the park. In this area, the elevation of the river drops about 50 feet over a distance of 3000 feet, and the cascading falls are formed by the flow of water over the tilted, stair-step effect of layered limestone.
Location: In Blanco County, 8 mi E of Johnson City on FM 2766 at 2585 Park Road 6026.
830-868-7304; www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/pedernales_falls
 Enchanted Rock State Natural Area: Located on the SE margin of the large Enchanted Rock Batholith, the granite exposed is one of the Town Mountain Granite suite and is of Precambrian age (6 million years old). Part of the Llano Uplift. There are several large exfoliation domes and castle tops in the park. The largest top (Enchanted Rock itself) rises 122 m. above the surrounding landscape. This is the best place to look at granite in Texas. 1644 acres, opened 1984.
The Rock is a huge, pink granite exfoliation dome, that rises 425 feet above ground, 1825 feet above sea level, and covers 640 acres. It is one of the largest batholiths (underground rock formation uncovered by erosion) in the United States. Activities include primitive backpacking, camping, hiking, technical and rock climbing, picnicking, geological study, bird watching, and star gazing (minimal light pollution). No vehicular camping. Facilities include Park Store.
Location: In Gillespie County, on 16710 RR 965, Fredericksburg TX 8624; 830-685-3636; www.tpwd.state.tx.us/spdest/findadest/parks/enchanted_rock
 Pedernales River Nature Park: Owned and managed by LCRA, this new river-front park is located in Johnson City. Park has 222 acres and is scheduled for a May 2009 opening. It will be offering public recreational day use, including fishing and picnicking. Plans are underway for more extensive development of outdoor facilities and activities. During this interim period, LCRA access
and facility use fees will be temporarily waived. See www.lcra.org/parks/developed_parks/pedriver.html
Location: In Johnson City in mid-Blanco County. On E side of Hwy 281 at the Pedernales river bridge. Entrance just S of Town Creek and a few blocks N of the Hwy 290 intersection at Davis Street.
Profiles Of All Nearby Parks: Parks
AND OUR NEARBY HILL COUNTRY CITIES & TOWNS:
 Austin: Known for its casual and playful nature. Austin is not only the capital but is also the playground of Texas and the "Live Music Capital" great music and entertainment on 6th Street. Situated at the center of the Lone Star State, it stands as the gateway to the Texas Hill Country and the Highland Lakes.
Visit: Texas State Capital, Governor's Mansion, Texas State Historical Museum, University of Texas and the National Wildflower Research Center. www.ci.austin.tx.us, and See Austin
Blanco: Truly a place to experience... Visit the Blanco State Park, just a stroll away from downtown Blanco. It is the smallest state park in Texas, as well as the only one situated within a city limit. Visit: Historical District, Town Creek Nature Trail, Old Blanco County Courthouse, Blanco State Park and the many lavender farms and stores. www.HillCountryPortal.com, www.BlancoChamber.com and See Blanco
Johnson City: Enjoy your visit to Johnson City, Texas, Heart of the Hill Country Arts with several galleries. It's even more fun and beautiful in person! Visit: LBJ National Historical Park, LBJ Boyhood Home, LBJ Ranch (a working ranch), The Texas Ranger Museum, the Exotic Zoo, Texas Hills Vineyard, Pedernales Falls State Park, Wildflower Loop, and 4 lavender farms. www.HillCountryPortal.com/johnsoncity.html
Luckenbach: (830) 997-3224. 1-888-311-8990; 412 Luckenbach Town Loop, Stonewall, TX 78624. The history of Luckenbach, along with events that are happening and their favorite pickers, are included on their web site, including Willie, Waylon, and many more. Everybody's somebody in Luckenbach". Web: www.luckenbachtexas.com, and Luckenbach
Fredericksburg: German heritage and architecture, many excellent restaurants and shops, wineries, Enchanted Rock State Park, Admiral Nimitz Museum, Texas Wildflower Center, and Wildflower Seed Farm. See Fredericksburg
New Braunfels: Schlitterbahn Water Park, Natural bridge caverns, river tubing. New Braunfels
San Antonio: Now the eighth largest city in the United States, the city has retained its sense of history and tradition, while carefully blending in cosmopolitan progress yet captures the spirit of Texas. Visit: The Alamo, River Walk, Sea World, Six Flags Fiesta Texas, San Antonio Zoo, Spanish Governor's Palace and The Mission Trail. www.sanantoniocvb.com, and San Antonio
And More! You sure don't want to forget Marble Falls, The Highland Lakes area, Llano, Stonewall, Albert, Canyon Lake, Dripping Springs, San Marcos, Wimberley, Comfort, Kerrville, Boerne, Gruene, Bandera, Medina, Leakey, and more! This is a truly beautiful area. Be sure to check out www.HillCountryPortal.com for lots of info and ideas.
Come Relax & Enjoy!
A perfect getaway vacation rental in a B&B style but with a robust continental breakfast & lots of beautiful outdoor space.
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Fax: 281-754-4775
Austin: Known for its casual and playful nature. Austin is not only the capital but is also the playground of Texas and the "Live Music Capital" great music and entertainment on 6th Street. Situated at the center of the Lone Star State, it stands as the gateway to the Texas Hill Country and the Highland Lakes.
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