Featuring work by gallery artists who paint with a romantic touch.  

View the show during regular hours at Whistle Pik Galleries. 

For more information, please visitwww.whistlepik.com

The groundbreaking musical based on the Gospel According to St. Matthew that showcases the parables of Jesus through clowning, pantomime, charades and vaudeville.

Don’t miss this riveting and entertaining musical with its unique reflection on the life of Jesus and its message of kindness, tolerance and love.  

Fri and Sat at 7:30 PM and Sun at 2 PM. 

For more information, please visit www.fredericksburgtheater.org

Contact: Darin Holmes 456-1999, Carlos Juenke 456-9645

Who: Parish Societies of St Mary’s Parish: Knights of Columbus #9765, St Mary’s School PTC, Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Catholic Daughters, St Ann’s Society,& St Joseph’s Society.

What: Lenten Fish Fry Dinner(s) from 5-7:30 PM with a Menu of Fried AMERICAN Catfish, French Fries, Cole Slaw& Drink– by DONATION.

Why: Community Building and Social Gathering during the Lenten Season.

           We will be hosting these events beginning on Feb 24^thEvery Friday evening throughout Lent as an opportunity for the entire community of Fredericksburg to join in a constructive community outreach.  The event is not viewed as a fundraiser but as an effort to bring together those of ALL faiths to meet for dialogue, discussion, and dining during the Lenten Season. For those who wish to attend, Stations of the Cross Devotion will occur on Friday’s at 6pm in the Marien Kirche with plenty of opportunity to attend the meal following the devotion.  This is our 3^rdyear for this event and the support and attendance has been outstanding from the community over the past 2 years.  Meals to go will be available, but there is no drive thru as we are hoping that people will wish to stay, meet new people, visit with old friends, and socialize during the event.

Messina Hof Winery and Big Tex Jerky team up to offer a unique and scrumptious pairing. Feb 24& 25 from 12– 6 pm patrons can get a wine and jerky flight for $12 ++. Live music by the Ratliff Dean Band on Feb. 25 from 2 – 5 pm. The event is not just biker friendly but biker encouraged. For more contact Delorean Wiley, Event Supervisor atdelorean.wiley@messinahof.comor (830) 990-4653.

For information on upcoming events:

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The public is invited to attend a book signing ofTodos Santosand meet with its authors at the Pioneer Museum on the morning of February 25^th. Todos Santoswritten by Edward and Shirley Wright of Coppell, Texas tells the story of Wright’s multi-generation pioneer and ranching family from Laredo and Zavala County. Ed’s relatives are still involved with ranching in the area where he spent much of his youth at his grandparent’s ranch listening to tales of the cattle business that have long held a fascination for him. Growing up in Laredo and influenced by the Mexican culture Ed grew up speaking Spanish which provides an in depth insight into the stories of the border region. As an adult he pursued other interests, which included visits to Scotland where he researched Scottish history and sailing ships. Employing that information, he delved into further research on Texas history which has been melded along with family anecdotes, to tell a special story of south Texas, through the eyes of those who lived it.  

Todos Santosisa Texas/Scotland story, one that follows the Ridgeway and Park families and their associates, on a twenty-five year journey through Scotland and Texas. Based on a true story, it relates experiences with courtship, the potato famine and eviction in Scotland, and then opportunity for emigration to the new state of Texas. The ocean voyage in 1850 sees tragedy and then the excitement of arrival at the seaport of Indianola– second largest port in the new state. Multiple characters, European, Mexican and German, provide a picture of early Texas pioneers, who find themselves fighting raiding Indians, learning the cattle industry and then coping with several Civil War battles throughout South Texas.

Shirley Wright, the co-author of the story was responsible for development of many of the characters and is responsible for having edited the final version of the book. 

Both Ed and Shirley will be signing their book in the Museum Shop of the Pioneer Museum on Saturday, February 25 from 10:00 A. M. until noon. 

The book is available for purchase at the Pioneer Museum at 325 W. Main in Fredericksburg. 

InSight Gallery is proud to host our third annual Texas Masters Show Featuring new works  by some of the finest Texas artists living and working today.

Texas artists Roy Andersen, Nancy Bush, Jill Carver, Doug Clark, Teresa Elliott, Jim Eppler, Tony Eubanks, Bruce Greene, Bob Guelich, Sherry Harrington, Mark Haworth, Donna Howell-Sickles, Qiang Huang, D. LaRue Mahlke,          Robert Pummill, Chuck Rawle, James Robinson, Gladys Roldan-de-Moras, Oleg Stavrowsky, Aleksander Titovets and Lyuba Titovets will present new works and most will be in attendance for the artist reception on
Friday, March 2 in conjunction with First Friday Art Walk.

“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr opens with a reception on Friday, March 2^ndfrom 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm duringFirst Friday Art Walk Fredericksburg.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces.  Wines by Torre di Pietra will be served along with cheeses from the Amish Market.

Saturday, March 3^rdfrom 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm Kurtis will wrap, splash, sprinkle&“resinate” his canvases for viewers interested in his uniquely imaginative processes. 

Kurtis’ show“Resinate”will be available at Artisans for show and sale through Saturday, March 17^th.  15 to 20 of Kurtis’ latest pieces will be on display!

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

For more information, plese visitwww.artisansatrockyhill.com.

Contact: Darin Holmes 456-1999, Carlos Juenke 456-9645

Who: Parish Societies of St Mary’s Parish: Knights of Columbus #9765, St Mary’s School PTC, Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Catholic Daughters, St Ann’s Society,& St Joseph’s Society.

What: Lenten Fish Fry Dinner(s) from 5-7:30 PM with a Menu of Fried AMERICAN Catfish, French Fries, Cole Slaw& Drink– by DONATION.

Why: Community Building and Social Gathering during the Lenten Season.

           We will be hosting these events beginning on Feb 24^thEvery Friday evening throughout Lent as an opportunity for the entire community of Fredericksburg to join in a constructive community outreach.  The event is not viewed as a fundraiser but as an effort to bring together those of ALL faiths to meet for dialogue, discussion, and dining during the Lenten Season. For those who wish to attend, Stations of the Cross Devotion will occur on Friday’s at 6pm in the Marien Kirche with plenty of opportunity to attend the meal following the devotion.  This is our 3^rdyear for this event and the support and attendance has been outstanding from the community over the past 2 years.  Meals to go will be available, but there is no drive thru as we are hoping that people will wish to stay, meet new people, visit with old friends, and socialize during the event.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.  On Saturday, March 3^rdfrom 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm Kurtis will wrap, splash, sprinkle&“resinate” his canvases for viewers interested in his uniquely imaginative processes. 

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

 As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

For more information, please visitwww.artisansatrockyhill.com

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Contact: Darin Holmes 456-1999, Carlos Juenke 456-9645

Who: Parish Societies of St Mary’s Parish: Knights of Columbus #9765, St Mary’s School PTC, Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Catholic Daughters, St Ann’s Society,& St Joseph’s Society.

What: Lenten Fish Fry Dinner(s) from 5-7:30 PM with a Menu of Fried AMERICAN Catfish, French Fries, Cole Slaw& Drink– by DONATION.

Why: Community Building and Social Gathering during the Lenten Season.

           We will be hosting these events beginning on Feb 24^thEvery Friday evening throughout Lent as an opportunity for the entire community of Fredericksburg to join in a constructive community outreach.  The event is not viewed as a fundraiser but as an effort to bring together those of ALL faiths to meet for dialogue, discussion, and dining during the Lenten Season. For those who wish to attend, Stations of the Cross Devotion will occur on Friday’s at 6pm in the Marien Kirche with plenty of opportunity to attend the meal following the devotion.  This is our 3^rdyear for this event and the support and attendance has been outstanding from the community over the past 2 years.  Meals to go will be available, but there is no drive thru as we are hoping that people will wish to stay, meet new people, visit with old friends, and socialize during the event.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

A brief history of Pecan Creek School (#15 on the driving map, located at 3410 Pecan Creek Road):Built in 1916. Consolidated in 1955. Wooden school desks were either double or single with a shelf underneath for items such as cups, pens, and books. Seating was arranged by grade. Several schools still have the original maps, world globes, bookcases, science cases, and the teacher's desk. One of the most important features was the "recitation bench" close to the teacher's desk. Here a particular grade sat for their lesson or recitation.

Current activities:The Pecan Creek Community Club meets monthly on the 2nd Sunday afternoon to play cards and dominoes, with refreshments being served after a short meeting. An annual picnic or fish fry is also held each summer on the school grounds.

A brief history of Cherry Spring School (#14 on the driving map, located at 5973 Ranch Road 2323):Built in 1885. Pavilion built in 1935. Consolidated in 1972. The pavilion typically had a stage area for school plays with a "school curtain", providing the backdrop scene. Students painted the landscape scenes on canvas for the annual school play. Like a frame, the names of local merchants were placed around the edge. The curtain was rolled up for most of the year and hung above the stage. There are still 6 original curtains and several of the merchants listed are still in business today.

Current activities:The Cherry Spring Community Club now regularly uses the schoolhouse and pavilion for their meetings. They meet monthly on the second Friday evening to play "42" dominoes and the fourth Friday evening to play pinochle cards. On the second Saturday in September, club members, families, and friends also hold a BBQ picnic.

For more information, please visithistoricschools.org

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Contact: Darin Holmes 456-1999, Carlos Juenke 456-9645

Who: Parish Societies of St Mary’s Parish: Knights of Columbus #9765, St Mary’s School PTC, Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Catholic Daughters, St Ann’s Society,& St Joseph’s Society.

What: Lenten Fish Fry Dinner(s) from 5-7:30 PM with a Menu of Fried AMERICAN Catfish, French Fries, Cole Slaw& Drink– by DONATION.

Why: Community Building and Social Gathering during the Lenten Season.

           We will be hosting these events beginning on Feb 24^thEvery Friday evening throughout Lent as an opportunity for the entire community of Fredericksburg to join in a constructive community outreach.  The event is not viewed as a fundraiser but as an effort to bring together those of ALL faiths to meet for dialogue, discussion, and dining during the Lenten Season. For those who wish to attend, Stations of the Cross Devotion will occur on Friday’s at 6pm in the Marien Kirche with plenty of opportunity to attend the meal following the devotion.  This is our 3^rdyear for this event and the support and attendance has been outstanding from the community over the past 2 years.  Meals to go will be available, but there is no drive thru as we are hoping that people will wish to stay, meet new people, visit with old friends, and socialize during the event.

Johnny Rogers, renowned Buddy Holly tribute artist, is coming to Fredericksburg on St. Patrick’s Day, March 17, 2012. Rogers will be performing his "Buddy& Beyond" history of rock and roll show in the Hangar Hotel’s Pacific Showroom.

"Buddy& Beyond" is a tribute to the life and music of rock and roll legend Buddy Holly and will take you on a journey through the music that rocked a generation. The show celebrates Holly as well as legends like Ricky Nelson, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Marty Robbins and many more. Straight out of Branson from this number one show at Music City Center, Rogers’ first show in Fredericksburg is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

Attendees are encouraged to contribute to the 1950s "mood" and participate in a costume contest. Dig out your poodle skirt or leather jacket, slick back your hair or tie a ribbon around your neck because winners will receive prizes including a gift certificate to the Hangar Hotel and gift items from the Fredericksburg Brewing Company and Fredericksburg Herb Farm. Doors open at 7PM. Tickets are $25/ person and include lots of entertainment as well as party favors. A cash bar will be available. To purchase your tickets in advance or to make room reservations for the evening contact the front desk at the Hangar Hotel at 830-997-9990.

The Hangar Hotel, located adjacent to the Gillespie County Airport, was designed to mimic the look of a WWII airplane hangar. The event will be held in the Pacific Showroom, located next to the hotel, which is decorated in South Pacific/WWII style complete with palm trees and tiki bar. For more information: (830) 997-9990,www.hangarhotel.com, www.johnnyrogersband.com.

Dr. Russ Kane divides his time between Houston and Fredericksburg.  He has received two awards for writing excellence.  Dr. Kane has covered Texas Wines and Cuisine since 1998.  He has participated as a judge in TWGGA's Lone Star International Wine Competition for many years.  Dr. Kane's book is full of stories starting with the Franciscan priest who planted North America's first vineyard to he modern-day growers and entrepreneurs who have overcome obstacles to see Texas emerge as a top wine producing region.

Artisans at Rocky Hill proudly presents“Resinate”an art show featuring the colorfully creative side of Kurtis Karr.  Please join us at Artisans at Rocky Hill for this premier showing of Kurtis’ latest art pieces through Saturday, March 17^th.

Kurtis Karr loves experimenting with unconventional mediums in a continual effort to capture a sense of the magical. His work is primarily textural incorporating a subtle intermingling of regular patterns and amorphous shimmering colors.

As far as art education is concerned - although Kurtis did take several traditional art classes throughout his early school and college years– he is primarily self-taught in all the styles, techniques and mediums he currently employs.  It was not until the last decade did Kurtis ever have the courage to use nontraditional mediums and texture in his work or to delve into the purely abstract.  It was a sort of an early mid-life crisis, he supposes. Whatever the case, Kurtis loves it.  He would never again consider doing anything that lacked color and texture or was purely representational.

Some people might accuse Kurtis of being inconsistent but he keeps his work fresh by continually experimenting with new techniques, materials or mediums.  He usually produces only limited series of a particular style of work.  If Kurtis develops a specific process or system for creating a piece, he feels his work is inexorably beginning to lose its spontaneity and ultimately, its joy of creation.

For Kurtis Karr, the hardest part of creating art is knowing how and when to quit. This is only because he loves the artistic process so much that he literallyhatesfor it to end.  For Kurtis, the finished work is just a by-product of the actual process. It is like a souvenir or vacation photograph which serves as a bittersweet reminder of a happy moment forever lost to time.

Contact: Darin Holmes 456-1999, Carlos Juenke 456-9645

Who: Parish Societies of St Mary’s Parish: Knights of Columbus #9765, St Mary’s School PTC, Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Catholic Daughters, St Ann’s Society,& St Joseph’s Society.

What: Lenten Fish Fry Dinner(s) from 5-7:30 PM with a Menu of Fried AMERICAN Catfish, French Fries, Cole Slaw& Drink– by DONATION.

Why: Community Building and Social Gathering during the Lenten Season.

           We will be hosting these events beginning on Feb 24^thEvery Friday evening throughout Lent as an opportunity for the entire community of Fredericksburg to join in a constructive community outreach.  The event is not viewed as a fundraiser but as an effort to bring together those of ALL faiths to meet for dialogue, discussion, and dining during the Lenten Season. For those who wish to attend, Stations of the Cross Devotion will occur on Friday’s at 6pm in the Marien Kirche with plenty of opportunity to attend the meal following the devotion.  This is our 3^rdyear for this event and the support and attendance has been outstanding from the community over the past 2 years.  Meals to go will be available, but there is no drive thru as we are hoping that people will wish to stay, meet new people, visit with old friends, and socialize during the event.

Come join us on Saturday, March 24, 2012, in the Texas Hill Country for a ride already touted as“an iconic Texas ride.” We’ve seen rapid growth: 1130 riders enjoyed the ride and post-ride festivities in 2011.

As President Johnson often told visitors to his beloved Hill Country Ranch– “All the World is Welcome Here!” We want riders in the 5^thAnnual LBJ 100 Bicycle Tour to feel the same warm welcome and sense of Presidential history as those who came before them.

10-mile-family, 30, 42, 62 rides available, plus, new, an 85-mile ride, and, as in the previous years, Luci Baines Johnson will lead a tour of the historical landmarks on the ranch.

The rides will start on the LBJ Ranch air strip, in quick succession beginning at 9 AM and the tour of the ranch will start at 2:30 PM.

The registration fee includes supported rides with maps, rest stops with drinks, snacks and facilities, SAG support, and a post-ride hot lunch, plus the Luci Baines Johnson-led tour of the historical landmarks on the LBJ Ranch as well as a Ranger-led tour of the restored rooms in the Texas White House.

To register or for more information go tohttp://www.lbj100bicycletour.org/ or call 830-868-7128 x222.

Contact: Darin Holmes 456-1999, Carlos Juenke 456-9645

Who: Parish Societies of St Mary’s Parish: Knights of Columbus #9765, St Mary’s School PTC, Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Catholic Daughters, St Ann’s Society,& St Joseph’s Society.

What: Lenten Fish Fry Dinner(s) from 5-7:30 PM with a Menu of Fried AMERICAN Catfish, French Fries, Cole Slaw& Drink– by DONATION.

Why: Community Building and Social Gathering during the Lenten Season.

           We will be hosting these events beginning on Feb 24^thEvery Friday evening throughout Lent as an opportunity for the entire community of Fredericksburg to join in a constructive community outreach.  The event is not viewed as a fundraiser but as an effort to bring together those of ALL faiths to meet for dialogue, discussion, and dining during the Lenten Season. For those who wish to attend, Stations of the Cross Devotion will occur on Friday’s at 6pm in the Marien Kirche with plenty of opportunity to attend the meal following the devotion.  This is our 3^rdyear for this event and the support and attendance has been outstanding from the community over the past 2 years.  Meals to go will be available, but there is no drive thru as we are hoping that people will wish to stay, meet new people, visit with old friends, and socialize during the event.

Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Wine enthusiasts are invited to attend this Texas-style event featuring local wineries showcasing top Texas wines and original art work from local artists.

Stroll Old Town Spring and sip wine and enjoy the outdoors. Vote on your favorite wines for the Peoples Choice Awards.

Over 150 Shops including Antiques, Clocks, Wine Tasting Room, Restaurants, Galleries& Museums in town to visit.

The event is FREE on Saturday& Sunday. Wine tasting tickets are $25. Price includes a commemorative wine glass and 5 tastings with additional tastings available for $1 each. Tickets can be purchased at the gate.

Proceed will benefit the Spring Preservation League, a non-profit foundation which is dedicated to the preservation and beautification of Old Town Spring, community projects and maintains contributions to a variety of service organizations.

Parking is $6.00 and a portion of the proceeds goes to the Knights of Columbus.

A brief history of Williams Creek (Albert) School (#7 on the driving map, located at 5501 South Ranch Road 1623):Built in 1897. Consolidated in 1950. The curriculum consisted of arithmetic, reading, writing, spelling, history, geography, and penmanship. During WWI, a new law required all subjects, except foreign languages, to be taught in English, and German was not allowed on the school grounds. There could be as many as 8 grades in one room, and older students helped younger ones. On Fridays there would be spelling bees.
Current activities:Williams Creek (Albert) School has established a community club. In 2010, the Club met on January 30, March 27, May 29, July 24, and September 25 at 2:30 pm for card and domino games and a social, meeting at 4:30 pm with a meal following. Christmas social will be held in December. The school is also used today for reunions, family parties, and other community activities.

A brief history of Lower South Grape Creek School (#6 on the driving map. located at 10273 East US Highway 290):Built in 1901. Consolidated in 1960. On holidays, such as Washington's Birthday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas, students presented programs. All parts were memorized and families and the community were invited. Christmas plays were held inside this school with the front area having a curtain, and the students using a side window for the entrance and exit. Santa Claus handed out oranges, apples, and candy, and lit the candles on the Christmas tree. One year his beard caught on fire. He quickly exited through the window and headed for the well.
Current activities:The first community club was organized in 1960. It includes third and fourth generations of former students and neighbors. The Club meets quarterly throughout the year for a social. The restored building is used for weddings, reunions, meetings, and other community activities.

A brief history of Luckenbach School (#5 on the driving map, located at 3566 Luckenbach Road):Built in 1881. Expanded in 1905. Consolidated in 1964. An old-fashioned school bell summoned the children to class at 9:00 am, six days a week. Boys lined up on the right and girls on the left. During recess, children played games such as "Andy-over", "Stink Base", Dodge Ball", "Drop the hankie", and "Kick the can." At 4:00 pm, at the end of the day, the older boys had to bring in firewood for the stove. and the girls had to sweep the floor. First graders were responsible for cleaning the erasers.
Current activities:The Luckenbach Community Club was organized and currently meets monthly on the 1st and 2nd Friday evenings and 4th Sunday afternoon to play pinochle cards. The building is also a site for precinct voting for state and federal elections. In 1982, a Texas Historical Commission marker was dedicated.

A brief history of Grapetown School (#4 on the driving map, located on Old San Antonio Road):Built in 1884. Teacherage in 1887. Consolidated in 1949. One of four schools which still has the original teacherage, the house where the teacher lived. This limestone two-room teacherage was built in 1887, and later a frame kitchen, storeroom, and smokehouse was erected. It was used until 1949 when Grapetown School District was consolidated with Rocky Hill School District as part of the rural school consolidation in Texas.
Current activities:In 1950, residents of the Grapetown community formed the Grapetown Community Club and purchased the property from the Rocky Hill School District. Currently, the members gather once a month to enjoy an evening of“42”, food, and fellowship.

A brief history of Meusebach Creek School (#3 on the driving map, located at 515 Kuhlmann Road):Built in the 1930's. Consolidated in 1954. School records and pictures show that many rural schools were multicultural. The earliest evidence dates back to 1869 when Henry, Laura, Minnie, Ovie, and George Washington, whose parents were freed slaves, attended Meusebach Creek School with other children from the area. It could be considered one of the first integrated schools in the South.
Current Activities:The Club usually meets about 5 times a year, once in April, May, July, October, and December.

For more information, please visithistoricschools.org