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Lob snowballs at a target with a slingshot, watch an ice sculpture take shape and make mini snowmen at the Science Mill's fourth annual Snow Day, as its backyard—the Science & Art Park—is transformed into a winter wonderland with 25 tons of real snow. With a focus on science-based activities and demonstrations, Snow Day activities will take place from 10am to 2pm.

Castell Chili Cook-Off On Saturday, February 15, Castell General Store is having their Annual Chili Cook-Off. Approximately 20 teams, some local, but many travel across Texas just to participate in the friendly yet fierce competition. You don’t have to be a cook or judge to partake in the savory chili tasting—cooks are generous when handing out samples.

Sculpture on Main was originally created in 2006 to bring people to Marble Falls in the fall. “It was designed as a tourist attraction, and what I’ve learned regarding tourism, is when you place great amenities in your city, you not only attract tourists, but you benefit the residents,” said Bill Rives, current Chair of the HLCA.

Being an admirer of Christmas lights, I am making it a personal mission this December to see all of the displays that the Texas Hill Country has to offer, Llano’s Starry Starry Nights being at the top of my list. Debuting the day after Thanksgiving, Llano gets into the holiday spirit each year by displaying a trail of lights along the Llano River in Badu Park.

Texas Hill Country – Hills of Texas Homes of Fredericksburg has captured the coveted Best of Parade Award for the 2019 Hill Country Builders Association (HCBA) Parade Home Tour. Hills of Texas Homes also captured the Best of $791,000-$999,000 Awards as well for the home, which is a Hill Country Modern American Farmhouse-style home.

At the intersection of highways 83, 377, and Interstate 10 where the North and South Llano Rivers merge lays the small, rural community of Junction Texas bursting with warmth, friendliness, and welcoming spirit. This historical town is rich with heritage and tradition. Cedar industry, Angora goat, and cattle ranching marked the beginning of what is now a hunting and outdoor recreation empire.

Action-packed! Family fun! See the best cowboys and cowgirls February 7-24, 2019 for the annual San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo! Home to the #1 visitor destination in Texas and being awarded PRCA Large Indoor Rodeo of the Year for over a decade, this event is one not to miss! The fun filled 18-day event features unrivaled rodeo action like bull riding, bronc riding, barrel racing and mutton bustin’ as well as family-friendly attractions, and champion livestock and horse shows.

PRESENTED BY THE BANDERA COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, FRONTIER TIMES MUSEUM, AND ARTHUR NAGLE CLINIC Don’t miss Labor Day weekend in Bandera, Cowboy Capital of the World! Bandera’s cowboy heritage is especially celebrated during Labor Day weekend. In the late 1800’s, Bandera became a major gathering place for over 10 million head of Longhorn cattle.

Is there anything as renewing as a fresh start? For the Texas wine industry every vintage provides the chance to start over, to embark on a new adventure so to speak. As winter comes to an end and spring begins, the vines wake up from dormancy and begin their journey to bring us beautiful Texas wines.

Ask folks what they consider to be the most recognizable (and beloved) vehicle on the road and the answer from many will undoubtedly be the Volkswagen Beetle. For decades, this iconic little import has charmed young and old with its unvarying styling, simplicity and steadfastness unequaled in an automotive industry where constant (and massive) redesign seemed mandatory. While no longer in production, America’s love affair with the VW Bug (and VWs in general) continues unabated and is ce ...