Event Calendar For May 2013

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Jeff Strahan
May 3
Doors open at 7 p.m.

The Bugle Boy
8:00 p.m.
1051 N. Jefferson St., La Grange
979-968-9944
$15.00

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BARNS 101, Spring 2013 Design/Build Conference
May 4
Expert advice and guidance on your barn - inside and out!  See the original Ranger Lounge and Rachel Ashwell's fourth retail location.  Seven (7) sessions twenty-to-thirty minute presentations with 10-15 minute breaks.  Continental Breakfast and lunch included.  Reservations for the Conference are to be made thru The Prairie-and ask about discounts available for Conference guests.

The Prairie by Rachel Ashwell
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
5808 Wagner Road, Round Top
979-836-4975
$50.00/$40.00

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Doug MacLeod
May 4
Doors open at 7 p.m.

The Bugle Boy
8:00 p.m.
1051 N. Jefferson St., La Grange
979-968-9944
$18.00

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7th Annual Songwriter Serenade Competition
May 4
"Songwriter Serenade was established in 2007 to provide performing songwriters a platform to showcase their skills before their peers, a panel of esteemed judges and an enthusiastic crowd of music overs". 

The Parish Hall - Moravia, Texas
11135 FM 957

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Bernard Mendoza Seeing Life in Black and White
May 4th - 25th
Meet the Artist in the Ross Gallery on May 4th 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. and May 5th 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

ARTS
114 N. Live Oak Street, Fayetteville
979-378-2113

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Fayetteville Volunteer Fire Department Fundraiser & Dance
May 4
St. John's Church Pavilion - Mass,  Bake Sale and other events starting at 5 p.m. 
  • BBQ Beef and Pork catered by Fayetteville KCs.  Serving 5 - 7 p.m. Plates to go or eat in!  Free Will Donation
  • Silent Auction 5 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
  • Live Auction 6:30 p.m. - Check in for auction items on Friday 6-8 p.m. and Saturday at 1:00 p.m.
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St. John's Church Pavilion
Fayettville

Texas' Newest Wine Trail Launch
May 4
The Texas Independence Wine Trail will have a soft launch.  Rohan Meadery will have live music from Michael Mach, special pricing on glasses & some nibbles to snack on.

Rohan Meadery
6002 FM 2981, La Grange
979-249-5652

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ArtWalk 2013
May 4 & 5
Join us for a fun day on the square in Fayetteville.  Come out and enjoy the weather and the fine art and quality crafts offered to you by talented artists from around the nation.  As part of its service to the community and rural Texas region, Arts For Rural Texas brings this delightful show to Fayetteville each Spring.  Come see the performance of Puppets Pizzazz, free, Saturday at 11:30 a.m.  Show hours:  Saturday, May 4th 10 AM - 5 PM and Sunday, May 5th, 11 AM - 4 PM
 
During ArtWalk, ARTS will present a 50 year retrospective of works by Bernard Mendoza in the Ross Gallery, home of ARTS.  Be sure and stop in and view the works of this world renowed photographer. 

ARTS
Courthouse Lawn, Fayetteville
979-378-2113

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William Anzalone - Recent Work
May 4 - June 15
  • Opening Reception     May 11    5 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
  • Gallery Talk                May 18    6 p.m.

Red & White Gallery
102 West Main, Fayetteville
713-818-9766

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Bethlehem Luthern Church Fried Chicken Dinner
May 5th
  • 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Dine In or To Go (Free Will Donation)
  • Desserts/Silent Auction
  • 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Free Dance - This Is It Bank

Round Top Rifle Association Hall
710 State Hwy 1457, Round Top

Town Council Meeting
May 6
All meetings are the 1st Monday of the month with few exceptions.  Hours are the Office of the Town of Round Top are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Courthouse
8:00 a.m.
Town Square
979-249-5885

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A Conversation
May 9
A 'Conversation' about how we promote, market and sell our art - could be one of the most important and revealing conversation we have had so far.  Please let us know if you are coming so as we can make sure there is enough seating available.  (bernard@mendozaphotography.com)

The Gallery at Round Top
5:15 p.m.
203 East Austin, Round Top
979-249-4119

7th Annual Festival Your Spirit will Fly!
May 10
Fayetteville Chamber Music Festival - Concert 1
A Concert of Czech Music
Fibich: Selanka
Dvorak: Four Romantic Pieces
Weber/K ffner, Intro and Variations
Dvorak: Rondo in G Minor
Dvorak: Slavonic Dances
Dvorak: American String Quartet

Country Place Hotel
8:00 p.m.
201 W. Fayette, Fayetteville, TX 78940

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Victor & Penny
May 10
Doors open at 7 p.m.

The Bugle Boy
8:00 p.m.
1051 N. Jefferson St., La Grange
979-968-9944
$15.00

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7th Annual Festival Your Spirit will Fly!
May 11
Fayetteville Chamber Music Festival - Concert 2
Netzel: Serenade
Honegger: Sonatine
Schumann: Adagio and Allegro
Kreisler: Pieces for Violin
Crusell: Quartet

Country Place Hotel
3:00 p.m.
201 W. Fayette, Fayetteville, TX 78940

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  "Spring" Small Business Saturday
May 11
Buy Local!! 

7th Annual Festival Your Spirit will Fly!
May 11
Fayetteville Chamber Music Festival - Concert 3
Schubert: Notturno
Khatchaturian: Trio
Bruch: Pieces
Brahms: Sonata in E minor

Country Place Hotel
8:00 p.m.
201 W. Fayette, Fayetteville, TX 78940

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Carrie Rodriquez
May 11
Door open at 7 p.m.

The Bugle Boy
8:00 p.m.
1051 N. Jefferson St., La Grange
979-968-9944
$20.00

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Round Top Area Historical Society
May 11
Come out to the museum and discover the real happenings of this area!

Round Top Area Historical Society
Noon - 3 p.m.
397 E. Mill Street
979-249-5058
Free

Texas Pickin' Park
May 11
Held on the second Saturday of every month, April through November.  Acoustic jamming is welcome in the Park day and night. 

On The Square in Fayetteville
11:00 a.m.
512-415-3177

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William Anzalone - Recent Work
May 11
Opening Reception!  Exhibit Dates May 4 - June 15

Red & White Gallery
5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
102 West Main, Fayetteville
713-818-9766

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Mother's Day Brunch
May 12
Reservations recommended as space is limited!  Contact us at 979-992-3123 to reserve your table today!  Scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, fresh kolaches, blackened tilapia and more will be available for your enjoyment. $29 for adults, $14 for children includes homemade dessert. $3.00 Bloody Mary's, Mimosas and Bellini's will be available. 


The Falls Resort & Golf Club
10:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
1750 North Falls Drive, New Ulm
979-992-3123

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26th Mother's Day Sunday Fried Chicken
May 12
Please call to make your reservations.  Seating will be at Noon, 1:20 and 2:45 to honor Mom!!

Royers Round Top Cafe
105 Main Street, Round Top
979-249-3611

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Mother's Day Brunch from Bistro 108
May 12

Prime Rib au jus, horseradish sauce.  Salmon with Champagne Sauce.  Shrimp Creole with Jasmine Rice.  Herb crusted Pork Loin with Cranberry Port Wine Sauce .  Chicken Chausser.  Chicken Tenders with cream gravy

Scalloped Potatoes.  Green Beans with garlic and tomato.  Fresh Vegetable Medley.  Zucchini Au Gratin.  Spinach-Artichoke Casserole.  Three Cheese....Macaroni and Cheese

Mike will man the BREAKFAST BAR!.  Made to order eggs and omelets.  Waffles with butter, maple syrup.  Biscuits and Gravy.  Bacon and Sausage.  Home Fries

Salad Buffet.....garden salad, fruit salad, pea salad & pasta salad
Dessert Buffet....cakes, sherry trifle, cobbler, pot of chocolate
Wine Bar will be open...Mimosas, Bellinis, Bloody Marys with sake, and Cranberry Spritzers....$4.00.  Make your reservations today!
 

Celebrations Wine Bar
10 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
127 N. Main Street, La Grange
979-968-9108
$17.95/$9.95

Scotty & Friends Mother's Day Dinner
May 12

Entrees -  Potato Crusted Cod, Baked Chicken and Beef Pot Roast with Potatoes, Onions & Carrots
Sides - Corn, Potatoes Au Gratin, Spinach Souffle & Grilled Zucchini with Buttermilk Biscuits
Dessert - Strawberry Shortcake
 
Drinks are not included in the price.
 

Scotty & Friends
11 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
109 Bauer Rummel Road, Round Top
979-249-5512
$15.95

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A Literary Evening in Round Top
May 16
Poets & Authors - Kay Cox, Barbara Carle, Diana Buckley and Nanci Engle!  A family therapist, a police woman, a nurse and an artist offer you an evening to remember of poetry and stories!  These poets received rave reviews at their previous appearance.

Round Top Family Library
7:00 p.m.
206 W. Mill Street, Round Top
979-249-2700

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I Hate Hamlet
May 16 - June 2
A Comedy by Paul Rudnick.  In this hilarious romp Andrew Rally has it all:  celebrity from his starring role in a hit TV series, a rich, beautiful girlfriend; a devoted agent; the perfect New York apartment; and the chance to play Hamlet in Central Park.  But Andrew has two big problems:  he hates Hamlet and he's being haunted by the drunken ghost of John Barrymore.

Unity Theatre
300 Church Street, Brenham
979-830-1460
$27.00

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7th Annual Festival Your Spirit will Fly!
May 17
Fayetteville Chamber Music Festival - Concert 4
Weber: Hungarian Rondo
Brahms: Horn Trio
Reger: Albumblatt und Tarantella
Beethoven: Quintet for Piano and Winds

Country Place Hotel
8:00 p.m.
201 W. Fayette, Fayetteville, TX 78940

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John Fullbright
May 17
Door open at 7 p.m.

The Bugle Boy
8:00 p.m.
1051 N. Jefferson St., La Grange
979-968-9944
$30.00

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7th Annual Festival Your Spirit will Fly!
May 18
Fayetteville Chamber Music Festival - Concert 5
Berwald: Quartet for Piano and Winds
Ibert: Trois Pieces
Netzel: Berceuse, op. 59
Netzel: Romance, op. 40
Netzel: Tarentelle, op. 33
Taffanel: Wind Quintet

Country Place Hotel
3:00 p.m.
201 W. Fayette, Fayetteville, TX 78940

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Round Top-Warrenton Volunteer Fire Department Feast & Fundraiser
May 18
  • Beef and Pork Bar-B-Que Dine In/Plates To Go/Meat To Go.  Servings Begins at 4:00 p.m.  Desserts Available
  • Auction 6:00 p.m.  Raffle  Presence Not Necessary to Win
  • Country Store - Sponsored by Round Top Sons of Herman Lodge #151
  • Grab Bags & Moon Walk For The Kids 100 Club
Come Out For An Enjoyable Time and Support Your Local Volunteer Fire Department.   Department funding is derived from donations.  Proceeds go toward the purchase of equipment, maintenance of equipment, insurance premiums, operations and personnel training.

Round Top Rifle Association Hall
710 State Hwy 1457, Round Top

Dick Smith
May 18
Door open at 7 p.m.

The Bugle Boy
8:00 p.m.
1051 N. Jefferson St., La Grange
979-968-9944
$15.00

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7th Annual Festival Your Spirit will Fly!
May 18
Fayetteville Chamber Music Festival - Concert 6
Glinka:  Trio Pathetique
Franck:  Sonata for Violin and Piano
Netzel:  Suite for Flute and Piano
Poulenc:  Sextet for Piano and Wind Quintet

Country Place Hotel
8:00 p.m.
201 W. Fayette, Fayetteville, TX 78940

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William Anzalone - Recent Work
May 18
Gallery Talk!  Exhibit Dates May 4 - June 15

Red & White Gallery
6:00 p.m.
102 West Main, Fayetteville
713-818-9766

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Customer Appreciation Day
May 18
ALL PLANTS IN STOCK ON SALE FOR 20 TO 50% OFF!!  KTEX will be at the nursery from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. with the Wagon Wheel of Prizes, serving FREE hot dogs and drinks and prize giveaways throughout the day.

Treeland Garden Market
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
2510 Finke Road, Round Top
979-249-3414

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Architectural Review Board Meeting
May 20
All meetings are the 3rd Monday of the month.  Hours for the Office of the Town of Round Top are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Courthouse
7:00 p.m.
Town Square
979-249-5885

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Author/Speaker James Kearney
May 25
James Kearney, author of "Nassau Plantation" and "Fredericksburg" will be on hand to speak about the history of this area and its importance in the settling of central Texas by German immigrants at the Wood Campus of the Historical Society in Round Top.  BBQ lunch, which can be purchased ($10.00 a plate), prior to the speaking engagement at 1:00 p.m.  After the presentation, those that are interested can take a tour of the Nassau Plantation.

Round Top Area Historical Society
11:00 a.m.
397 E. Mill Street
979-249-5058
Free

Brant Croucher
May 25
Grab a slice o' pie and kick your feet under the big 'ole oak trees.

Royers Pie Haven
2:00 p.m.-4 p.m.
190 Henkel Circle, Round Top
979-249-JAVA

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  77th Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Tomato Festival
May 26
Come listen to the sounds of the Round Top Brass Band at the Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall beginning at 11:00 a.m.   Other activities include a parade at 10:00 a.m.,
Fried Chicken Dinner beginning at 11:00 a.m.,  Military Ceremony, Live Auction, plus Arts and Crafts.

Ellinger Chamber of Commerce Hall

Max Gomez
May 31
Doors open at 7 p.m.

The Bugle Boy
8:00 p.m.
1051 N. Jefferson St., La Grange
979-968-9944
$18.00

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