My family and I had a great weekend in Fredericksburg, Texas. We drank lots of good wine at some of the local wineries, heard some excellent live music at several different venues, hiked to the top of Enchanted Rock, and ate some good food. The weekend started with our grandson's first tackle football game (I…
Keep ReadingIf you've never experienced the Galveston Mardi Gras, you're in for a sweet treat. Imagine: Both sides of the streets lined with fun-loving crowds having a good time; The sound of music (rock, country, reggae, and more) coming from all directions; A wide variety of colorful and interesting costumes parading up and down the street;…
Keep ReadingThe Compleat Angler author Izaak Walton famously said that he had “laid aside business and gone a-fishing.” Today, 370 years later, far too few of us follow his example. It isn’t only that we’re all plugged in, attached to devices, and hopelessly harried; it’s that, sadly, many people think of fly fishing as work--the last…
Keep ReadingGranbury, Texas is a fun and laid back town with lots of good stuff to keep you entertained for a weekend. Schedule a weekend escape around one of their fun events. I'm talking about events like the Brazos River Music Fest and General Granbury's Birthday celebration. Or, plan on a romantic or relaxing weekend at…
Keep ReadingWhat a fun weekend with camping, live music, two rounds of golf, some good food, and a dip in Krause Springs! I got Larry Joe Taylor's newsletter, which said he was going to be at Poodies on Sunday night. So, we made some phone calls, packed the motorhome, loaded the clubs into the Jeep, hooked…
Keep ReadingIf you like music, belly dancing, games of skill, and camping, head to the Texas Renaissance Festival. If your favorite holiday is Halloween, make the Texas Renaissance Festival the one thing to do in 2024. Held in October and November just outside of Montgomery, Texas, the festival is about 30 minutes north of Houston. It…
Keep ReadingSomeone told us that we can't miss this year's Wurstfest in New Braunfels. So, my wife and I headed to New Braunfels in November to check it out. We had a fantastic time … golf at the Bandit, some great food, lots of music, and too much beer. Wurstfest: Golf Stay & Play at The…
Keep ReadingWith its usually mild winter weather and fabulous culture, San Antonio, Texas is a wonderful destination for a winter getaway. It's easy to enjoy the city's year-round attractions. During the holiday season, you can also add to your getaway by including some of the special seasonal events throughout the city. The River Walk is one…
Keep ReadingFort Worth is a fun and friendly city with lots of events and fun things to do. Here are our favorite fun things to do in Fort Worth, Texas. Also check out the Top 100 Things To See and Do in the Dallas-Forth Worth Area. Bike Around the City of Forth Worth The Trinity Trail…
Keep ReadingNorth Texas played host to a local classic this past weekend with the Denton Arts and Jazz Festival. "Jazzfest" (as it's locally known) is a vibrant celebration of culture, creativity, and community held annually in Denton, Texas. Known for its rich blend of music, dance, drama, and visual arts, the festival is a cornerstone event…
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