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Prairies and Lakes: August - September August August 1—BRYAN: Vintner’s Dinner Messina Hof Winery & Resort. www.messinahof.com 979/778-9463 ext. 34 Prairies and Lakes August 1—GRAPEVINE: Summer Nights Includes live entertainment, food from downtown restaurants and more. Historic Downtown Grapevine. www.grapevinetexasusa.com 817/410-3185 or 800/457-6338 Prairies and Lakes August 1-2—FORT WORTH: 1964 — The Tribute — The No. 1 Beatles Show in the World Features Robert Miller and orchestra. Bass Performance Hall. www.basshall.com 817/212-4280 Prairies and Lakes August 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23—SALADO: Perry’s Hatter Is Up the Creek Salado Silver Spur Theater. www.saladosilverspur.com 254/947-3456 Prairies and Lakes August 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 29-30—GRANBURY: Nostalgia Concerts Professional cast performs costumed and choreographed live music productions from the golden age of rock ’n’ roll, country and gospel. Granbury Historic Square. www.granburylive.com 800/989-8240 or 817/573-0303 Prairies and Lakes August 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23, 29-30—MESQUITE: Mesquite Championship Rodeo Includes bull riding, saddle bronco riding, steer wrestling, calf roping and ladies barrel racing. Mesquite Championship Resistol Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive. www.mesquiterodeo.com 972/285-8777 Prairies and Lakes August 1-3—PALESTINE: Oliver Palestine Community Theater. www.visitpalestine.com 903/723-9595 Prairies and Lakes August 1-3—WEATHERFORD: First Monday Trade Days Enjoy shopping for unique gifts, crafts, antiques and more. First Monday Trade Days, 100 Santa Fe Drive. www.weatherfordparks.com 817/598-4124 Prairies and Lakes August 1-10—ROUND TOP: Shakespeare at Winedale Includes performances of Romeo & Juliet, Merchant of Venice and Antony & Cleopatra. Performances are generally Thursdays through Sundays. Making reservations early is suggested. Winedale Historical Center Theatre Barn. (Began Jul. 16.) www.shakespeare-winedale.org 512/471-4726 Prairies and Lakes August 1-Sep. 6—FRISCO: Farmer’s Market Hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday. 8856 Coleman Boulevard and Frisco Square. (Began Jun. 1.) www.friscosquare.com Prairies and Lakes August 2—ATHENS: Lone Star Cutting Horse Show Henderson County Fairground, 3344 Hwy. 31 E. 903/677-6454 Prairies and Lakes August 2—BRYAN: Murder Mystery Dinner Begins at 6:30 p.m. Messina Hof Winery & Resort, 4545 Old Reliance Road. www.messinahof.com 979/778-9463 ext. 34 Prairies and Lakes August 2—CORSICANA: Corsicana Opry Begins at 7 p.m. Martin’s Music Hall, 201 S. Beaton. 903/872-8226 Prairies and Lakes August 2—DECATUR: Cruise Nights on the Courthouse Square Includes an antique car show on the Courthouse Square. Hours are 4 to 8 p.m. Historic Downtown. www.decaturmainstreet.com 940/627-2741 Prairies and Lakes August 2—ELGIN: Market Day Open air market has vendors with arts & crafts, collectibles and “unique junque.” Elgin Memorial Park. www.elginchurch.com 512/263-2512 Prairies and Lakes August 2—FARMERSVILLE: Farmers & Fleas Market Includes arts, crafts, jewelry and food vendors. Historic Onion Shed. www.farmersvilletx.com 972/784-6846 Prairies and Lakes August 2—GAINESVILLE: Breakfast with the Animals Enjoy a guided behind-the-scenes tour of one section of the zoo, including a meet and greet with an animal and breakfast on the dining deck. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Frank Buck Zoo. www.frankbuckzoo.com 940/668-4533 Prairies and Lakes August 2—PALESTINE: Embrace the Arts Progressive arts tour includes various galleries, museums and locales. www.visitpalestine.com 903/723-3014 Prairies and Lakes August 2—ROUND TOP: Blasmusik Texas Concert All-state Texas German Band performs. Round Top Rifle Association Hall. 979/249-3117 Prairies and Lakes August 2—SALADO: Salado Legends History, legend and memories meet in this outdoor musical drama. Tablerock Festival of Salado. www.tablerock.org 254/947-9205 Prairies and Lakes August 2—VALLEY VIEW: Fish “On” Learn the basics of fishing with fun, hands-on activities from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Ray Roberts Lake State Park/Johnson Branch Unit. 940/637-2294 Prairies and Lakes August 2-3, 9-10—BRENHAM: Crush for Fun Includes tours, tastings and more from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Pleasant Hill Winery. www.pleasanthillwinery.com 979/830-8463 Prairies and Lakes August 2-3, 9-10, 16-17—BRYAN: Harvest Daytime Includes grape picking and stomping, tour with Paul and Merrill, and lunch. Begins at 8 a.m. Messina Hof. www.messinahof.com 979/778-9463 ext. 34 Prairies and Lakes August 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24, 30-31—WASHINGTON: School Daze Find out what learning was like in the 1850s. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. www.birthplaceoftexas.com 936/878-2214 Prairies and Lakes August 2, 9, 16, 23—ADDISON: Symphonic Saturdays Enjoy soothing symphonic music from the Dallas Wind Symphony and Richardson Symphony Orchestra. Esplanade Park. www.addisontexas.net 800/233-4766 Prairies and Lakes August 2, 16—POINT: Shindig Show Offers Branson-style country music. Begins at 7:30 p.m. Cotton Pickin’ Theatre. www.ruralamericans.org/CPT/index.htm 903/598-2571 Prairies and Lakes August 2-Sep. 7—IRVING: Transportation Summit Children’s Art Exhibit/Competition Dupree Theater Lobby. www.irvingartscenter.com Prairies and Lakes August 3, 24—ATHENS: Best in Texas Barrel Racing Henderson County Fairgrounds. 903/677-6454 Prairies and Lakes August 4—GIDDINGS: Country Music Monday Opry-style show features local and guest musicians. Begins at 7:30 p.m. Sons of Hermann Hall, Hwy. 77 S. www.countrymusicmonday.com 979/366-9341 Prairies and Lakes August 5-9—DE LEON: Peach & Melon Festival Features seed-spitting contest, parade, booth, carnival and tractor pull. Celebrates produce production in Comanche County. www.deleonpeachandmelonfestival.com Prairies and Lakes August 7-10—GARLAND: Wagon Wheels West This fast-paced comedy is filled with a goofy stable of hilarious characters. Plaza Theatre. www.corptheatre.com 972/412-1927 Prairies and Lakes August 8—BRYAN: Vintner’s Dinner Begins at 6:30 p.m. www.messinahof.com 979/778-9463 ext. 34 Prairies and Lakes August 8-9—PLANO: Festival of Machine Quilters Includes quilts on display and vendors with quilt-related products. Plano Centre, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway. www.quiltersguildofplano.org 972/830-4345 Prairies and Lakes August 8-10—BONHAM: Trades Days Fort Inglish Park. 903/583-4811 Prairies and Lakes August 8-10—NAVASOTA: Blues Fest Benefits the Mance Lipscomb Scholarship Fund. E-mail: kgruner@navasotatx.gov 936/825-7055 Prairies and Lakes August 9—BASTROP: Pine Street Market Days Includes arts & crafts, jewelry, woodworking, clothing and more. Downtown. www.bastropbpw.com 512/303-6233 Prairies and Lakes August 9—BASTROP: Second Saturday Salebration Includes food, antiques, arts & crafts, jewelry and more. Downtown. www.bastropchamber.com 512/303-0558 Prairies and Lakes August 9—BRYAN: Murder Mystery Dinner Begins at 6:30 p.m. Messina Hof Winery & Resort, 4545 Old Reliance Road. www.messinahof.com 979/778-9463 ext. 34 Prairies and Lakes August 9—CEDAR HILL: Kids Wilderness Survival Begins at 9:30 a.m. Reservations required. Cedar Hill State Park. 972/291-3900 ext. 232 Prairies and Lakes August 9—CHAPPELL HILL: Lavender Fest Enjoy lavender cutting, crafts, local vendors and many other activities from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Chappell Hill Lavender Farm. www.chappellhilllavender.com 979/251-8114 Prairies and Lakes August 9—CORSICANA: Corsicana Gospel Begins at 7 p.m. Martin’s Music Hall, 201 S. Beaton. 903/872-8226 Prairies and Lakes August 9—GONZALES: Pilgrim Country Music Show & Supper Meal is served at 5 p.m. with music at 7 p.m. Pilgrim Community Center, F.M. 1116. E-mail: info@gonzalestexas.com 830/672-6532 Prairies and Lakes August 9—MCKINNEY: Second Saturday Includes live entertainment and featured artists debuting their latest creations. Hours are 7 to 10 p.m. Downtown McKinney. www.downtownmckinney.com 972/547-2660 Prairies and Lakes August 9—SEGUIN: Seguin Birthday Celebration Begins at 5 p.m. with a dinner at the Campbell Log Cabin. Tour the Conservation Society facilities. Conservation Society Complex. E-mail: cvb@seguintx.org 830/401-5000, 830/379-6382 or 800/580-7322 Prairies and Lakes August 9—SERBIN: South Lee County Volunteer Fire Department Annual Fundraiser Includes country music and barbecue. Begins at 2 p.m. Barbecue meal is served at 5 p.m. Serbin Picnic Grounds. www.giddingstx.com Prairies and Lakes August 9-10, 23-24—ALLEN: Home Sweet Home Offers a look at room interiors of the early 20th century. Allen Heritage Museum (the Depot), 100 E. Main St. www.allenheritageguild.org 214/383-1407 Prairies and Lakes August 9-10, 23-24—STEPHENVILLE: Chicken House Flea Market Includes 100 inside vendors, plus outside vendors, with antiques, crafts, furniture and more. Hwy. 377, 2 1/2 miles west of Stephenville. E-mail: allenscrafts@erath.net 254/592-6674 Prairies and Lakes August 9, 30—POINT: All Gospel Nite Begins at 7:30 p.m. Cotton Pickin’ Theatre, Downtown Point. www.ruralamericans.org/CPT/index.htm 903/598-2571 Prairies and Lakes August 9-Sep. 7—IRVING: Eighth Annual Art Connection Member’s Show Features about 150 works of art in a variety of media created by adult and student members of the Art Center’s Art Connection program. Irving Arts Center Main Gallery. www.irvingartscenter.com Prairies and Lakes August 10—EUSTACE: Lake Cleanup Hours are noon to 4 p.m. Purtis Creek State Park. 903/425-2332 Prairies and Lakes August 10—IRVING: Family Funday Children will create a Japanese-inspired hands-on art project. Hours are 2 to 4 p.m. Art Lab, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. www.irvingartscenter.com Prairies and Lakes August 10—WEIMAR: St. Michael Harvest Feast Includes food, drink, music, auction, booths and more. VFW Hall, 503 Park Drive. 979/265-5212 Prairies and Lakes August 11-16—ALVARADO: Johnson County Pioneers & Old Settlers 116th Reunion Includes a parade, carnival, fiddle contest, music, queen pageant and baby contest. 817/790-3503 Prairies and Lakes August 12—YOAKUM: CM USA Two hours of country music are performed by nine in-house band members and three guest artists. Yoakum Community Center. 361/293-2309 Prairies and Lakes August 14-17, 21-24, 28-31—NAVASOTA: Cowgirls (A Musical) Navasota Theatre Alliance. 936/825-7055 Prairies and Lakes August 14-Sep. 7—FORT WORTH: The Long Christmas Ride Home Past, present and future collide on Christmas Eve for a troubled family of five. Stage West. www.stagewest.org 817/784-9378 Prairies and Lakes August 15—BRYAN: Murder Mystery Dinner Begins at 6:30 p.m. Messina Hof Winery & Resort, 4545 Old Reliance Road. www.messinahof.com 979/778-9463 ext. 34 Prairies and Lakes August 15—PRAHA: Prazka Pout This annual homecoming features food, live music, souvenirs, auction, country store, games and more. St. Mary’s Catholic Church. www.flatoniachamber.com 361/865-3560 or 361/865-3920 Prairies and Lakes August 15-17—DALLAS: Tejano Music National Convention Tejano artists and groups expected include Alfonso Ramos, Avizo, Candice Vargas, Chente Barrera, David Marez, Elida Reyna, Fama, Jaime y Los Chamacos, Jay Perez, Joe Bravo, Joe Posada, Johnny Hernandez, Los Garcia Brothers, Los Texmaniacs, Megan Leyva, Michael Salgado, Rich Trevino, and many others. www.tejanoticket.com 913/397-8850 Prairies and Lakes August 15-17—MCKINNEY: Third Monday Trade Days More than 750 indoor and outdoor booths offer antiques, collectibles, food, specialty products and more. U.S. 380, two miles west of U.S. 75. www.tmtd.com Prairies and Lakes August 15-23—DENTON: 80th Annual North Texas State Fair Features a world championship rodeo, music, carnival rides and games, fiddling contest, petting zoos and barbecue cook-offs. North Texas Fairgrounds. www.ntfair.com 940/387-2632 Prairies and Lakes August 15-30—CLEBURNE: Plaza Theatre Company presents Smoke on the Mountain Shows are 7:30 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays and 3 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays. 111 S. Main. www.plaza-theatre.com 817/202-0600 Prairies and Lakes August 16—BEDFORD: Murder Mystery Dinner Murder on Ice Show is presented by U.S. Actors Company. Old Bedford School, 2400 School Lane. www.oldbedfordschool.com 817/952-2290 Prairies and Lakes August 16—BRYAN: Grand Finale Dinner Begins at 6:30 p.m. Messina Hof Winery & Resort, 4545 Old Reliance Road. www.messinahof.com 979/778-9463 ext. 34 Prairies and Lakes August 16—DALLAS: Whistle Fair Enjoy an exciting demonstration of the collection of steam locomotive, ship and shop whistles. Includes balloons, arts & crafts, and more. Museum of the American Railroad. www.dallasrailwaymuseum.com 214/428-0101 Prairies and Lakes August 16—EUSTACE: Full Moon Hike Begins at 8 p.m. Purtis Creek State Park. 903/425-2332 Prairies and Lakes August 16—GLEN ROSE: Ride the Rim This is a guided mountain biking experience for all levels of ability. Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. www.fossilrim.org 254/897-2960 ext. 312 Prairies and Lakes August 16—LINCOLN: Lincoln Community Club Picnic Includes music, horseshoes, barbecue and auction. Lincoln Community Picnic Grounds, Hwy. 77. www.giddingstx.com Prairies and Lakes August 16—PALESTINE: Dogwood Jamboree Branson-style entertainment features regional and local talent. Palestine Civic Center. www.visitpalestine.com 903/723-3014 Prairies and Lakes August 21-24—FORT WORTH: The Mahler Cycle: Part II Features the Sixth, Seventh and Second symphonies plus a retrospective of Mahler’s life and works on opening night. Bass Performance Hall. www.fwsymphony.org 817/665-6000 Prairies and Lakes August 22—GLEN ROSE: Discovery After Dark Reservations required. Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. www.fossilrim.org 254/897-2960 ext. 312 Prairies and Lakes August 22-23—ATHENS: MDA Rodeo Includes roping, riding and plenty of horsing around. Sponsored by State Smith Pro Rodeos. Henderson County Fair Park Complex, 3344 Hwy. 31 E. 903/489-2552 or 888/822-5919 Prairies and Lakes August 22-23–CORSICANA: CASI sanctioned chili cookoffs Friday and Saturday. Benefits Navarro County Animals at Risk Foundation. Pet contest, agility and obedience demonstrations on Saturday morning. Gander Mountain 3301 Corsicana Crossings Blvd. klefler@gaf.com 972-646-5159 or 972-872-2297. PRAIRIES AND LAKES. August 22-24—ATHENS: Tuesday’s with Morrie Henderson County Performing Arts Building. 903/675-3908 ext. 201 Prairies and Lakes August 23—BRENHAM: 2008 Hospice Soiree Includes silent and live auction, meal, live band and more. Begins at 6 p.m. Brenham Fireman’s Training Center, Hwy. 290W. www.hospicebrazosvalley.com 979/277-9525 Prairies and Lakes August 23—HONEY GROVE: Bugtussle Trek Enjoy the parade of vintage and classic vehicles, which are parked on the square during the lunch break on the trek between Dallas and Paris. Downtown Square. www.honeygrovechamber.com 903/378-7211 Prairies and Lakes August 23—POINT: Rural American Music Revue Features an audition show for the Rural American Idol Competition. Cotton Pickin’ Theatre, Downtown Point. www.ruralamericans.org/CPT/index.htm 903/598-3809 Prairies and Lakes August 23—WACO: Margarita & Salsa Festival Features the best country music in Texas and continues the popular contest where local restaurants and individuals view for the titles of Best Margarita, Salsa, Queso and/or Guacamole. Heart of Texas Fair Complex. www.arthritis.org 254/776-1660 or 254/772-9303 Prairies and Lakes August 23-24, 30-31—EMORY: Third Annual Ravens Loft Renaissance Faire Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. ravens-loft-faire.tripod.com (no www) 903/269-7286 or 903/474-4826 Prairies and Lakes August 24—CISTERN: Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church Picnic Features food, auction, games, music, country store and more. 113 Manchester. www.flatoniachamber.com 361/865-2222 or 361/865-3920 Prairies and Lakes August 27—GRAND PRAIRIE: Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers with Steve Winwood Nokia Theatre. www.nokiatheatredfw.com 214/373-8000 or 972/647-5700 Prairies and Lakes August 28-30—PARIS: 14th Annual Chaparral Square Dance Convention Love Civic Center, 2025 S. Collegiate. 800/727-4789 Prairies and Lakes August 28-31—CANTON: First Monday Trade Days Show for antiques, collectibles, arts & crafts, decor, furnishings and more. Grounds at Canton, 290 E. Tyler St. www.firstmondaycanton.com 903/567-2826 Prairies and Lakes August 29-30—ADDISON: Oklahoma! Enjoy a live outdoor performance of Rogers & Hammerstein’s landmark American musical. Addison Circle Park, 4970 Addison Circle Drive. www.addisontexas.net 800/233-4766 Prairies and Lakes August 29-31—GRANBURY: Thunder Over Texas Includes Christian motorcycle rally and car show, daily scenic rides, vendors, power team and nightly ministry. Historic Granbury Square. www.thunderovertexas.com 817/297-3155 Prairies and Lakes August 29-31—WEATHERFORD: First Monday Trade Days Enjoy shopping for unique gifts, crafts, antiques and more. 100 Santa Fe Drive. www.weatherfordparks.com 817/598-4124 Prairies and Lakes August 29-31—WEST: Westfest This annual Czech polka festival is held each Labor Day weekend. West Fair & Rodeo Grounds. www.westfest.com 254/826-5058 Prairies and Lakes August 30—COLUMBUS: Colorado River 100 Canoe Marathon This 100-mile adventure race ends in Columbus. Howell Canoe Livery. www.coloradoriver100.com 979/732-3816 Prairies and Lakes August 30—EUSTACE: Junior Angler Fishing Kids, ages 6 to 13, learn to identify fish and their habitats, practice good water safety and respect the environment. Reservations required. Purtis Creek State Park. 903/425-2332 Prairies and Lakes August 30—HAMILTON: Hamilton County Dove Festival & Rodeo www.hamiltontexas.com 254/386-3216 Prairies and Lakes August 30-31—ARLINGTON: International Championship Cat Show & Cat Agility Arlington Convention Center. www.tica2008.com 817/371-7194 Prairies and Lakes August 30-31—ARLINGTON: Gem & Mineral Show. Jewelry, Beads, Rocks & Fossils. Arlington Convention Center. Visit www.agemclub.org for full details and discount coupon. PRAIRIES AND LAKES August 30-31—LINDSAY: 23rd Annual Antique Tractor & Farm Machinery Show Includes wheat threshing, hay baling, small engine displays, tractor games, corn shelling and picking, steam tractors, tractor races, kiddie pedal tractor pull, arts & crafts, tractor parade and more. FM 1199. 940/668-7861 or 800/689-7861 Prairies and Lakes August 31—NEW BERLIN: 57th Annual Sausage Festival 830/420-3185 Prairies and Lakes August 31-Sep. 1—DALLAS: The Gipsy Kings 214/692-0203 Prairies and Lakes September September 1—DALLAS: Gipsy Kings Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. www.dallassymphony.com 214/692-0203 Prairies and Lakes September 1—WACO: Sweet Sorghum Festival Includes sorghum demonstrations, hayrides, agricultural exhibits, music, arts & crafts demonstrations and more. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Homestead Heritage. www.cfeeschool.com/sorghum-festival.html 254/754-9600 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-6—FRISCO: Farmer’s Market Hours are 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday. 8856 Coleman Boulevard and Frisco Square. www.friscosquare.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-7—FORT WORTH: The Long Christmas Ride Home Past, present and future collide for a troubled family of five. Stage West. www.stagewest.org 817/784-9378 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-7—IRVING: Eighth Annual Art Connection Member’s Show Features about 150 works of art in a variety of media. Irving Arts Center Main Gallery. www.irvingartscenter.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-7—IRVING: Transportation Summit Children’s Art Exhibit/Competition Dupree Theater Lobby. www.irvingartscenter.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-14—DALLAS: Making It New: The Art & Style of Sara & Gerald Murphy Dallas Museum of Art. www.dallasmuseumofart.org 214/922-1200 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-21—IRVING: The Blues/Jazz Experience: Paintings by Earnest “Ernie” Benton & Daggi Wallace Carpenter Performance Hall, Irving Arts Center. www.irvingartscenter.com 972/252-7558 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-27—FORT WORTH: Hands On Studio Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. www.fortworthmuseum.org 817/255-9300 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-27—FORT WORTH: KIDSPACE Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. www.fortworthmuseum.org 817/255-9300 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-27—FORT WORTH: Dinosaur Roundup Exhibit introduces guests to Texas paleontology through an extensive collection of dinosaur specimens and hands-on activities. Fort Worth Museum of Science and History. www.fortworthmuseum.org 817/255-9300 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-27—MESQUITE: Mesquite Championship Rodeo Includes bull riding, saddle bronco riding, steer wrestling, calf roping and ladies barrel racing. Mesquite Championship Resistol Arena, 1818 Rodeo Drive. www.mesquiterodeo.com 972/285-8777 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-28—DALLAS: Texas Collects Asia 2008: China Honors the legacy of private collectors like the Crows, who love Asia and have shared that with other Texans. Crow Collection of Asian Art. 214/979-6430 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-28—FORT WORTH: Southern Living Idea House This is one of three of these houses in the country. Idlewood Drive. www.southernliving.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-28—MCKINNEY: Native Texas Butterflies Be immersed among hundreds of butterflies in an 800-plus square foot butterfly house. Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary. www.heardmuseum.org 972/562-5566 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-30—WASHINGTON: Hispanic Heritage Month The Star of the Republic Museum will display Diez y Seis de Septiembre: Mexican Independence Day. Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. www.birthplaceoftexas.com 936/878-2214 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-Oct. 12—DALLAS: Filming Kennedy: Home Movies from Dallas Showcases 23 amateur films. Features an interactive education area and profiles of the photographers. The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza. www.jfk.org 214/747-6660 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-Oct. 22—ATHENS: Nikon Photo Exhibit View microphotographs from the prestigious Nikon Small World Photo Competition. Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center, 5550 FM 2495. 903/676-2277 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-Oct. 31—MCKINNEY: Animals of the World: A Conservation Exhibit Introduces visitors to 12 types of non-native animals, which demonstrate the pertinent role they have in nature worldwide. Heard Natural Science Museum, 1 Nature Place. www.heardmuseum.org 972/562-5566 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-Oct. 31—MCKINNEY: Bee Hive Exhibit Learn significant facts about this important citizen of the ecosystem and economy. Heard Natural Science Museum. www.heardmuseum.org 972/562-5566 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 1-Nov. 2—FORT WORTH: The Impressionists: Master Paintings from the Art Institute of Chicago Features some of the most celebrated iconic works of the great Impressionist painters. The collection will be shown exclusively at the Kimbell Art Museum. www.kimbellart.org 817/332-8451 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 3—DALLAS: Julio Iglesias Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. www.DallasSymphony.com 214/692-0203 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 4—DALLAS: Huey Lewis & the News Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. www.DallasSymphony.com 214/692-0203 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 4-13—CLEBURNE: Smoke on the Mountain 111 S. Main. www.plaza-theatre.com 817/202-0600 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 4-27—FORT WORTH: Preservation is the Art of the City Includes a Reception with the Artists from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Sept. 4 and a free public art show and sale. Fort Worth Community Arts Center. www.historicfortworth.org 817/336-2344 ext. 100 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5—ROYSE CITY: Denim & Diamonds Silent Auction Includes a steak dinner and live band with dancing. Southern Junction Steakhouse and Dance Hall. E-mail: info@roysecitychamber.com 972/636-5000 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-6, 12-13, 19-20—SALADO: Fall Into Fun Salado Silver Spur Theater. www.saladosilverspur.com 254/947-3456 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27—GRANBURY: Granbury Live Live music production from the golden age of rock ’n’ roll. Granbury Historic Square. www.granburylive.com 800/989-8240 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-7—ATHENS: Tulley Team Roping Henderson County Fair Park Complex. 903/677-6354 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-7—BONHAM: Trade Days Fort Inglish Park. www.bonhamchamber.com 903/583-4811 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-7—DALLAS: The Beach Boys Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. www.dallassymphony.com 214/692-0203 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-7—FORT WORTH: Zest Fest 2008 Fiery food lovers are invited to sample bold and flavorful products. Offers a plethora of zesty products for sampling and a wide range of entertainment. Will Rogers Memorial Center. www.zestfest2008.com 817/392-7469 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-7—GRAND PRAIRIE: 46th Annual National Championship Powwow Features colorful tribal dance contests, arts & crafts, cultural heritage demonstrations, teepees and food. Traders Village. www.tradersvillage.com 972/647-2331 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-7—PLANO: Country Peddler Show Find a selection of unique items. Plano Centre, 2000 E. Spring Creek Parkway. www.peddlershow.com 800/775-2774 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-21—CLEBURNE: Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap Historic Layland Museum, 201 N. Caddo St. www.carnegieplayers.com 817/645-2455 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 5-Nov. 2—GLEN ROSE: The Promise Presents a musical drama on the life of Jesus Christ at 8 p.m. Texas Amphitheatre. www.glenrosetexas.net 800/687-2661 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—ADDISON: Mary Kay 5K Benefits the Mary Kay Foundation’s goal to raise awareness about domestic violence. www.addisontexas.net 800/233-4766 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—CEDAR HILL: Get to Know the Trees Learn to identify the trees of the local area. Call to confirm program. Cedar Hill State Park. 972/291-3900 ext. 232 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—DECATUR: Cruise Nights on the Courthouse Square This is an antique auto show. Historic Downtown Decatur. www.decaturmainstreet.com 940/627-2741 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—ELGIN: Market Day Shop arts & crafts, collectibles and unique “junque.” Elgin Memorial Park. www.elginchurch.com 512/263-2512 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—FAIRFIELD: Citywide Garage Sale Look for hidden treasures at sales throughout the city. www.fairfieldtx.com 903/389-5792 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—FAIRFIELD: Putt for a Purpose Golf Tournament Come out for golf, food and more. Big Cedar Country Club. www.fairfieldtexaschamber.com 903/389-5792 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—FARMERSVILLE: Farmers & Fleas Market Includes arts & crafts, jewelry, produce and food vendors. Historic Onion Shed. www.farmersvilletx.com 972/784-6846 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—FARMERSVILLE: The Farmersville Chautauqua Art Festival Features local artists and artisans. More than 30 vendors exhibit at storefronts in historic downtown. www.farmersvilletx.com 972/784-6846 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—FORT WORTH: Race Car Driver for a Day Texas Motor Speedway. www.texasdrivingexperience.com 817/430-4343 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—LANCASTER: Warbirds on Parade/Open Cockpit Day/Salute to Veterans See rare World War II aircraft, military vehicles and memorabilia up close. Commemorative Air Force Hanger & Museum, Lancaster Municipal Airport. www.dfwwing.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—PALESTINE: Embrace The Arts Progressive Arts Tour Includes the museum, library, Judith Summerville Arts, art displays and more. Museum for East Texas Culture. www.visitpalestine.com 903/723-3014 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6—SMITHVILLE: First Saturday Art Festival Showcases artists of the Lost Pines area. Gazebo Train Park. www.lostpinesartisansalliance.org 512/360-2822 or 512/629-2213 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6-7, 13-14, 20-21—ARLINGTON: Best of Texas Festival Enjoy the Lone Star’s traditional entertainment, Texas crafts and home-cooked food. Six Flags Over Texas. www.sixflags.com 817/530-5000 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 6-21—ROUND TOP: Art Stokes Photography Exhibition The Gallery at Round Top. www.thegalleryatroundtop.com 979/248-4119 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 7-16—LULING: Reflections of Texas Art Show Celebrates Texas artists with a Texas-scenes theme. Central Texas Oil Patch Museum, 421 E. Davis St. www.oilmuseum.org 830/875-1922 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 9—YOAKUM: Country Music USA Includes Western music and dinner. Community Center. E-mail: billlopez@gvec.net 361/293-2843 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 10, 24—WASHINGTON: Home School Days Offers an interactive, hands-on program. Reservations required. Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. www.birthplaceoftexas.com 936/878-2462 ext. 2461 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 11-14—COLUMBUS: Colorado County Fair Enjoy a carnival, livestock shows, tractor pull, quilt show and more. Includes a special quilt on display, remembering fallen heroes. Colorado County Fairgrounds. www.columbustexas.org 979/732-8385 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 11-14, 18-21, 25-27—DALLAS: Dallas Symphony Orchestra Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center. www.dallassymphony.com 214/692-0203 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 11-14—GRAPEVINE: GrapeFest Includes People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic, entertainment, carnival and midway, Kid Zone, grape stomp, vintners auction, Texas Wine Tribute Dinner, tennis classic and more. Historic Main Street. www.grapevinetexasusa.com 817/410-3185 or 800/457-6338 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 11-21—ATHENS: Wit Henderson County Performing Arts Center, 400 Gibson Road. 903/675-3908 ext. 201 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 12—GIDDINGS: Third Annual Texas Word Wrangler Festival Texas authors are honored during a celebration at the Giddings Public Library. The authors read excerpts, answer questions and sell their books. 276 N. Orange. www.GiddingsTx.com 979/542-3455 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 12-13—ATHENS: Northeast Texas Paint Horse Show Henderson County Fairpark Complex. 903/677-6354 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 12-13—ELGIN: Chilepepper Fiesta Features live music, food booths, free street dances at night, children’s activities, pony rides, arts & craft booths, and royalty crowning. Veterans’ Memorial Park, downtown at Main and Depot streets. www.elgintx.com 512/281-3088 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 12-13—PARIS: Classic Car Show/Swap Meet/Crafts 7057 U.S. 82 E. in Reno. 903/783-6338 or 903/785-6670 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 12-13—SEGUIN: Fiestas Patrias/Diez y Seis Celebration Features entertainment, street dances, food booths and much more. Seguin Coliseum. E-mail: cvb@seguintx.org 800/580-7322 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 12-13—SEGUIN: Sixth Annual Roundup Cowboy Gathering Includes a chuck-wagon cook-off, Ranch Horse Match Races, children’s activities, Little Wrangler Rodeo, storytelling, Western trade show, Western concerts and dancing, and more. Diamond F Arena & Expo Center. www.roundupcowboygathering.com 830/401-7375 or 800/580-7322 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 12-13—WEATHERFORD: Parker County Sheriff’s Posse Ranch Rodeo Begins at 7:30 p.m. 2221 Mineral Wells Hwy. www.parkercountysheriffsposse.com 817/599-9076 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 12-14—MCKINNEY: Third Monday Trade Days www.tmtd.com 972/562-5466 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 12-14, 26-28—STEPHENVILLE: Chicken House Flea Market Includes 100 vendors inside, plus outside vendors, with antiques, crafts, furniture and more. Hwy. 377, 2.5 miles West of Stephenville. E-mail: allenscrafts@erath.net 254/592-6674 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—ANDERSON: Stagecoach Day Ride the replica stagecoach. Listen to dulcimer music and a cowboy poet. Tour the inn. Fanthorp Inn State Historic Site. www.birthplaceoftexas.com 936/873-2633 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—ATHENS: College Street Market Saint Stephen’s Anglican Church, 2101 E. College St. 903/675-1639 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—ATHENS: Heritage Festival & Uncle Fletch Hamburger Cook-Off Stop by a Civil War field camp, visit an 1890s Texas Ranger, explore a Revolutionary War camp, pay a visit to an Old Time Cowboy Chuck Wagon, ride on a stagecoach and join the hamburger cook-off. Downtown Athens Town Square. 888/294-2847 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—BASTROP: Pine Street Market Day Features arts & crafts, jewelry, woodworking, clothing and more. Downtown. www.bastropbpw.com 512/303-6233 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—BASTROP: Second Saturday Salebration Includes food, antiques, arts & crafts, jewelry and other handmade items. Downtown. www.bastropdba.org 512/303-0558 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—BONHAM: Fourth Annual Justice is Served 903/583-4339 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—CEDAR HILL: Farming Like it Used to Be Come to historic Penn Farm for a look at the old farm equipment and a talk. Call to confirm program. Cedar Hill State Park. 972/291-3900 ext. 232 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—DALLAS: All About Uptown Festival Explore the best of Uptown Dallas with food by famous Uptown chefs, art by world renowned artists and artisans, and tours. Hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Uptown Dallas Retail and Entertainment District. 214/922-9622 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—DENTON: Arts, Antiques & Autos Extravaganza Hot rods, classic and custom cars line the square. Includes antique appraisals and dealers, juried art show and strolling entertainment. Downtown Square. www.dentonmainstreet.com 940/349-8529 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—ELGIN: Art Walk Hours are 6 to 9 p.m. Historic Downtown Elgin. www.artinelgin.com 512/281-9445 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—FAYETTEVILLE: Texas Pickin’ Park Jam Session Acoustic musicians gather for informal jam sessions. Begins at 1 p.m. Fayetteville Courthouse Square. www.texaspickinpark.com 979/378-2753 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—FLATONIA: Market Day Buy or sell antiques, produce, arts & crafts, jewelry, hand-crafted items and more. www.flatoniachamber.com 361/865-3920 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—FORT WORTH: Bird Mart Will Rogers Exhibit Hall. www.thebirdmart.com 817/478-8320 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—GATESVILLE: Sixth Annual Spurfest Celebration Gatesville is designated as the “Spur Capital of Texas.” Coryell County Museum. www.coryellmuseum.org 254/865-5007 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—GATESVILLE: Third Annual Classic Golf Tournament Gatesville Country Club. E-mail: chamber@gatesvilletx.info • www.gatesvilletx.info 254/865-2617 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—GRAND PRAIRIE: Fiesta Patrias Celebrate Mexico’s Independence Day from 8 a.m. to dusk. Traders Village. 972/647-2331 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—HILLSBORO: Go Texan Days/Cotton Pickin’ Fair Includes barbecue cook-off, horseshoes, dominos and washers, arts & crafts, and street dance. Historic Downtown Courthouse Square. www.hillsborochamber.org 254/582-2481 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—IRVING: Gallery Walk Irving Arts Center Main Gallery. www.DallasArtDealers.org 972/252-7558 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—MCKINNEY: History Comes Alive! Enjoy dinner at Rick’s Chophouse/live performance as Collin McKinney returns to the city that bears his name. www.chestnutsquare.org PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—MCKINNEY: Second Saturday Artwalk Enjoy music at the Lone Star Wine Cellars, La Misha, Landon Winery and the art galleries. www.downtownmckinney.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—MORGAN MILL: Arts & Crafts Fair 254/968-4983 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13—SANGER: Sanger Heritage Sellabration, 30th Annual Includes children’s activities, rides, food vendors, arts & crafts vendors, barbecue cook-off, live entertainment and more. Sanger City Park. www.sangertexas.com 940/458-7702 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13-14—BELTON: A Sami Show Bell County Expo Center. www.samishow.com 512/441-7133 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13-14—CAT SPRING: Cat Spring Antiques Show Features prominent antique dealers from the south and Midwest. Cat Spring Agriculture Society Hall. 979/865-5618 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13-14—LAKE DALLAS: Waterfest Includes SuperCourse Nationals, a petting zoo, fishing, scuba diving and inflatables. Enjoy contests, visit exhibitors and watch live entertainment. Willow Grove Park. www.lakedallas.com/calendar.html 940/497-2226 ext. 132 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13-14—LOCKHART: Diez y Seis Celebrate around the courthouse square with food, music, crafts and more. www.lockhartchamber.com 512/398-2818 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13-14, 27-28—ALLEN: Home Sweet Home Offers a look at room interiors of the early 20th century. Allen Heritage Museum (the Depot), 100 E. Main St. www.allenheritageguild.org 214/383-1407 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13-20—SULPHUR SPRINGS: Hopkins County Fall Festival Includes a parade, trades day, gospel song festival, star night concert, golf tournament, carnival, gospel concert, arts & craft sale, street dance, World Champion Hopkins County Stew Contest and more. Hopkins County Regional Civic Center. www.civiccenteronline.com 903/885-8071 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13-Nov. 9—IRVING: Blending the Old & the New: Quilts by Paul D. Pilgrim Main Gallery, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd. www.irvingartscenter.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13-Nov. 30—IRVING: Quilts by Irving Quilt Guild Members Focus Gallery, Irving Arts Center. www.irvingartscenter.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 13-Dec. 28—IRVING: Denise Fleming: Painting with Paper Features original book illustrations by this children’s author and artist. Dupree Theater Lobby, Irving Arts Center. www.irvingartscenter.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 14—WEIMAR: St. Wenceslaus Church Picnic Includes food, music, auction and booths. Holman Community, FM 155 N. www.weimartx.org 979/263-5620 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 14-Jan. 5—FORT WORTH: No Room to Answer: Teresa Hubbard & Alexander Birchler Signature works from 1991 to the present are featured in the exhibit. Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth. www.themodern.org 814/840-2167 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 16—ARLINGTON: Caddy Shack Scramble Includes golf, contests, awards ceremony and more. Tierre Verde Golf Club. www.riverlegacy.org 817/861-2576 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 17-20—BRENHAM: Washington County Fair Includes shows, rodeos, music, carnival, crafts, livestock and poultry auctions, commercial exhibits and attractions. Music includes Kevin Fowler, the Bellamy Brothers, Mark McKinney and .38 Special. Washington County Fair Grounds. www.washingtoncofair.com 979/836-4112 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 18—ATHENS: Fall Hunters Rendezvous Cain Center, 915 S. Palestine. 903/675-6130 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 18—ROWLETT: Twilight Paddles Paddle Point Park. www.kayakinstruct.com 972/412-6170 or 972/772-6468 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 18-20—SALADO: Fall Presentation of Tablerock’s Repertory Theater of Salado Begins at 7:30 p.m. Tablerock Festival of Salado. 254/947-9205 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 18-21—ADDISON: 21st Annual Addison Oktoberfest Enjoy German fun, food and festivities. Includes carnival rides, merchants, children’s entertainment, 5K run, Dachshund races and more. Addison Circle Park. www.addisontexas.net 800/233-4766 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 18-21—ENNIS: NHRA O’Reilly Fall Nationals Texas Motorplex. www.visitennis.org 972/878-4748 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 19—BRYAN: Vintner’s Dinner Begins at 6:30 p.m. Messina Hof Vintage House. 800/736-9463 ext. 34 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 19—WEST: West Over 50 Dance Features music by Charles Nemec. West Fraternal Auditorium, 1000 N. I-35. www.westover50dance.com 254/826-4180 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 19-20—KERENS: Homecoming Includes a parade, barbecue lunch, singing and more. Downtown. E-mail: kerenschamber@txun.net 903/396-2391 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 19-20—SULPHUR SPRINGS: Lone Star Heritage Quilt Guild Fall Festival Quilt Show Hopkins County Civic Center Complex. www.sulphurspringstxquilts.com 903/885-8508 or 903/885-8071 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 19-21—CLEBURNE: Antique Alley Find antiques, collectibles, art and more in Grandview, Maypearl and Cleburne. www.antiquealleytexas.com • www.myantiquealley.com 817/641-0183 or 817/240-4948 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 19-21—FORT WORTH: Jazz by the Boulevard Celebrates Fort Worth’s musical heritage with live performances. Includes cultural exhibits and showcase of Camp Bowie retailers. Cultural District. 817/763-5299 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 19-21—PLANO: EDS Credit Union Plano Balloon Festival Hours are 4 to 9 p.m. Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Plano Centre. www.planoballoonfest.org 972/867-7566 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 19-Oct. 11—CLEBURNE: You Can’t Take It with You 111 S. Main. www.plaza-theatre.com 817/202-0600 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—ADDISON: Oktoberfest 5K & 1-Mile Fun Run for the Children www.addisontexas.net 800/233-4766 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—ATHENS: Aaron Wilburn & Lifeway Trio Begins at 6 p.m. 6513 Hwy. 19 S. 903/677-2492 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—BUFFALO: Stampede Includes a parade, bicycle stunt team, auction, entertainment, arts & crafts, balloon art, comedy magic show and car show. Harriman Park. www.buffalotex.com 903/322-5810 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—CLIFTON: Art on Main Enjoy artist’s demonstrations, exhibits, food, wine and music. Downtown Clifton. E-mail: lathompson@clearwire.net 254/675-2787 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—DECATUR: 2008 Decatur Airport Fly-In Includes civilian and military aircraft, a swing band orchestra, classic and hot rod automobiles, children’s entertainment, food and more. Decatur Municipal Airport. 940/627-2992 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—DECATUR: Citywide Garage Sale Downtown and citywide. www.decaturmainstreet.com 940/627-2741 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—DENISON: Butterfield Stagecoach Day See a replica Concord stagecoach and listen to Bob Montgomery tell stories about the Butterfield mail route in North Texas. Begins at 10 a.m. Eisenhower State Park. 903/465-1956 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—DENTON: Blues Fest Includes music for everyone, plus a Blues Idol contest and Apollo Night. Quaker Town Park. www.dentonblackchamber.org 940/382-9100 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—DENTON: Second Annual Wild Beast Feast Hours are 5 to 9:30 p.m. Access First Capital Bank. www.dentonarts.com 940/382-2787 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—EUSTACE: Night Hike Purtis Creek State Park. 903/425-2332 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—GATESVILLE: Annual Cruzin Cruzers Antique Car Show Faunt Le Roy Park. 254/865-8688 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—GRAND PRAIRIE: Carlos Mencia NOKIA Theatre. www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com 214/373-8000 or 972/647-5700 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—GREENVILLE: Rail Fest Includes a swap meet, slide shows, history presentations, new exhibits and children’s activities. Greenville Railroad Museum www.greenvillerailroadmuseum.com 903/455-4935 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—GREENVILLE: Rally Round Greenville Includes OmniSYS Cotton Patch Classic Bicycle Race and Tour, barbecue cook-off, children’s activities, arts & crafts, motorcycle show and more. Downtown Greenville. www.greenvillechamber.com/rally 903/455-1510 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—LA GRANGE: Texas Heroes Day Enjoy pioneer craft demonstrations, re-enactors, cannon and musket salutes, dulcimer music, a special presentation and guided tours. Monument Hill & Kreische Brewery State Historic Sites. www.tpwd.state.tx.us 979/968-5658 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—MCGREGOR: Founders’ Day Includes arts & crafts, antiques, music, entertainment, dancing and kids stuff. Main Street. www.mcgregor-texas.com 254/840-0123 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—PLANO: Melodic Fireworks! Plano Symphony performance begins at 8:15 p.m. Eisemann Center. www.planosymphony.org 972/473-7262 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—ROCKWALL: Rockin’ on the Docks Includes live music in The Harbor amphitheater. Headliner is Emerald City. Hours are noon to 11 p.m. Includes arts & crafts, food and more. 972/771-5733 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—ROUND TOP: 22nd Annual Library & Museum Collection Forum The title of this year’s event is: Saints, Sinners, Spanish Colonial Influence: Traditions in the Hispanic Southwest. E-mail: info@festivalhill.org • www.festivalhill.org 979/249-3129 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—SPRINGTOWN: 24th Annual Wild West Festival Includes arts & crafts booths, merchandise, children’s activities, gunfighters, stagecoach, mock jail, live music, 10 a.m. parade and an IBCA-sanctioned barbecue cook-off. Springtown Square. www.wildwestfestival.org 817/220-7828 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20—SULPHUR SPRINGS: Hopkins County Stew Contest Features more than 100 cooking teams. Begins at dawn, with the finished product, along with the trimmings, served at 10:30 a.m. Hopkins County Regional Civic Center Grounds. www.sulphursprings-tx.com 903/885-6515 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20-21—ATHENS: TPEA/Lone Star Cutting Horse Show Henderson County Fairpark Complex. 903/677-6354 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20-21—GONZALES: First Shot Barbecue Cook-Off Includes musical entertainment during the day. Judging starts at 11 a.m. J.B. Wells Park. E-mail: info@gonzalestexas.com 830/672-6532 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20-21—RICHARDSON: Antique Elegance 29th Semi-Annual Antique Show Includes items from the Victorian era through the 1940s. Special exhibits include quilts and Czech jewelry. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Richardson Civic Center. www.victorianshow.com PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 20-21—TEMPLE: 26th Annual Temple Model Train Show Includes demonstrations, operating modular layouts, model railroad exhibit, swap meets, videos, clinics and more. Mayborn Convention Center. www.centramod.org 254/449-0593 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 21—MOULTON: St. Joseph Church Picnic Includes fried chicken and stew dinner, auction, entertainment and more. Knights of Columbus Hall. 361/596-4674 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 21-26—DENISON: U.S. National Aerobatic Competition Aerobatic pilots from all over the United States compete. North Texas Regional Airport. www.denisontexas.us 903/465-1551 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 22-26—ROUND TOP: Robert Goldwaite Chair Workshop The Gallery at Round Top. www.thegalleryatroundtop.com 979/249-4119 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 23—PALESTINE: Tribute to Benny Goodman Palestine Civic Center Auditorium. 903/723-3014 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 24-Oct. 4—ROUND TOP: Mary Francis Robinson Display See the works of a nationally known primitive artist. The Gallery at Round Top. www.thegalleryatroundtop.com 979/249-4119 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26—DENTON: Fiesta-on-the-Square Celebrates Hispanic Heritage with ballet folklorico, mariachis and charros. Hours are 6:30 to 10 p.m. Courthouse-on-the-Square. www.dentoncounty.com/chos 940/349-2850 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26-27—BONHAM: 22nd Annual Autumn in Bonham Bike Rally & Expo Includes 14-, 28-, 44-, 54- and 64-mile routes. Fannin County Multi-Purpose Complex. www.bonhamchamber.com 903/583-4811 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26-27—HILLSBORO: Elm Street Rod Run Classic car show is open to all. Leo Hull and the Texas Blues Machine play Friday night. Downtown Hillsboro. www.hillsborochamber.org 254/582-2481 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26-27—JOHNSON COUNTY: Antique Tractor Club Show. 817-215-8425 September 26-27—POTTSBORO: Frontier Days Includes arts & crafts, parade, carnival, and entertainment. 615 Hwy. 120 E. www.pottsborochamber.com 903/786-2095 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26-28—ANDERSON: Gary Schroeder Trek Ride Includes a parade, street dance and trail rides. www.navasotagrimeschamber.com 936/873-2257 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26-28—ATHENS: Classic Rhonda-Voo Appaloosa Horse Show Henderson County Fairpark Complex, 3344 Hwy. 31 E. 903/677-6354 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26-28—BASTROP: 40th Annual USCA Aluminum Race Nationals Welcomes more than 100 paddlers from about 13 states. Race stretches 14 miles along the new Wilbarger Creek Paddling Trail. E-mail: pbinion@txcyber.com 979/218-4947 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26-28—COMMERCE: Bois d’Arc Bash Includes music on stage and food on Friday evening. Saturday activities include browsing more than 100 vendors with arts & crafts, food and more; parade; wine tasting; music; entertainment; youth pageant; 5K run; and children’s and youth activities. On Sunday, enjoy barbecue and a classic car show. Downtown Commerce. www.commerce-chamber.com 903/886-3950 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26-Oct. 5—LA GRANGE: Antique Festival in Round Top Includes antiques and related items, such as old tools, architectural pieces, furniture, collectibles, artwork, fine china, jewelry and more. Along Hwy. 237. www.lagrangetx.org 979/968-5756 or 800/524-7264 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 26-Oct. 19—DALLAS: State Fair of Texas Offers the largest new auto show in the Southwest, great food, exhibits and live entertainment. Fair Park. www.bigtex.com 214/565-9931 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—BASTROP: NatureFest, TPWD Paddle Trail Launch & U.S. Canoe Championships Includes kayaking, reptiles, bugs, animal shows, arts & crafts, storytelling, nature hikes, live music and food. Fisherman’s Park. www.visitbastrop.org 512/303-0904 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—COMANCHE: Ranch Rodeo Rodeo Arena. E-mail: djones@itexas.net 325/356-5976 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—CUERO: DeWitt Medical Foundation Golf Tourney Cuero Municipal Golf Course. 361/275-0511 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—GONZALES: Basic Angler Training & Fun Fish Begins at 9 a.m. Register at the park office. Palmetto State Park. 830/672-3266 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—GRAND PRAIRIE: Glenn Beck NOKIA Theatre. www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. 214/373-8000 or 972/647-5700 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—GRAND PRAIRIE: La Preciosa Festival Traders Village. 972/647-2331 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—HALLETTSVILLE: Kolache Fest Includes a full day of polka music, kolache baking and eating contests, dominoes, arts & crafts, and car and tractor show. Knights of Columbus Hall. www.hallettsville.com 361/798-2662 or 361/798-2311 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—LEWISVILLE: Western Day Festival Enjoy live music, arts & crafts vendors, gunfight re-enactments, trick ropers, petting zoo, car show and the 2008 IFOC tamale-eating contest. Old Town Lewisville. www.cityoflewisville.com 972/219-3401 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—MCKINNEY: Octoberfest Celebrate German culture in the streets of McKinney’s historic downtown square. www.downtownmckinney.com 972/547-2660 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—MOODY: Cotton Harvest Festival includes a parade, musical entertainment, activities for all ages, contests, exhibits and vendors. Hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Downtown Moody. www.moodycottonharvestfestival.org 254/853-2115 or 254/853-9476 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—ROUND TOP: University of Texas-Austin Symphony Orchestra Begins at 3 p.m. International Festival-Institute at Round Top. E-mail: info@festivalhill.org • www.festivalhill.org 979/249-3129 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—SEGUIN: Trade Day Vendors gather with antiques, collectibles, and arts & crafts. Downtown Seguin. E-mail: cvb@seguintx.org 830/401-5000 or 800/580-7322 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—TIOGA: Western Trade Day Features vendors, cowboy musicians and storytellers. Downtown Tioga, 107 Gene Autry Drive. www.westerntradedays.com 940/390-7886 or 940/390-5093 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27—WAXAHACHIE: Chautauqua Assembly 2008 Heritage assembly highlights education, music, art and culture. Chautauqua Auditorium in Getzendaner Park. www.waxahachiechautauqua.org 972/937-8887 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27-28—COMANCHE: Comanche County Powwow Includes arts & crafts, commercial vendors, antique engine and tractor show, car show, entertainment, state sanctioned cook-off, children’s play area, photography contest and art show. Comanche City Park. www.comanchechamber.org 325/356-3233 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27-28—HILLSBORO: Middlefaire Renaissance Festival Features swashbuckling pirates, Irish folk singers, fire breathers, belly dancers, arts & crafts and much more. Hours are 11 a.m. to sunset. www.middlefest.com 254/548-6238 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27-28—WASHINGTON: Keeping Up with the Joneses See the farm staff as true period characters, not just in dress, but in speech and style as well. Barrington Living History Farm, Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site. 936/878-2213 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 27-Oct. 4—BURTON: La Bahia Antique Show Hours are 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. La Bahia Hall. 979/289-2684 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 28—GHOLSON: Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church 135th Anniversary E-mail: becky_shulda@baylor.edu PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 28—SERBIN: 20th Annual Wendish Fest Traditional German Festival starts at 8:30 a.m. with the English service, followed by a picnic meal, German music, silent auction, coffee cake bake-off, demonstrations, children’s activities and much more. 1011 CR 212. E-mail: wendish@bluebon.net 979/366-2441 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 30-Oct. 4—ROUND TOP: Marburger Farm Antique Show Includes more than 350 dealers. 2248 S. Hwy. 237. www.roundtop-marburger.com 800/999-2148 PRAIRIES AND LAKES September 30-Oct. 19—DALLAS: The Color Purple Tells the unforgettable and inspiring story of a woman named Celie who finds the strength to triumph over adversity and discover her unique voice in the world. Music Hall at Fair Park. www.dallassummermusicals.org 214/217-1536 PRAIRIES AND LAKES back to top

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