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Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Center
The Crossroads of the Texas Hill Country

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P.O. Box 485 | 100 E. Main | Johnson City, TX 78636
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Calendar Of Events | August 2012
Fridays - Sundays, August 3-5 & 10-12: Harvest Wine Trail Includes 22 wineries in the Texas Hill Country. The vitality of the wine industry in The Texas Hill Country begins each year in August with the birth of the next vintage. Make your plans to join us for the 2010 Harvest Wine Trail, and enjoy a wealth of opportunities to immerse yourself in the experience and lifestyle of harvest. For additional information on Texas Hill Country Wineries or to purchase tickets, please contact January Weiss (512) 914-5561 or (866) 621-9463 january@texaswinetrail.com,www.texaswinetrail.com

August 16, 17, & 18: 82nd Annual Blanco County Fair and Rodeo and Big Carnival! Visit our website at www.bcfra.org for more information. *Vendors call Katy Odiorne 830-868-7053

Thursday, August 16:
10:00 a.m.-
7:00 p.m.
 Exhibit Check-in / Exhibit Hall
5:30 p.m.-
6:30 p.m.
 Sign-up for Youth Rodeo ($? per entry in each event)
7:00 p.m.-
11:00 p.m.
 Big Carnival ($? wristbands)
7:00 p.m.
 Youth Rodeo - open to Blanco Co. Public School Students Only
Friday, August 17:
9:00 a.m.-
Noon
 Entry Judging
 
3:00 p.m.-
8:00 p.m.
 Exhibits Open to the Public
7:00 p.m.-
11:00 p.m.
 Big Carnival ($? wristbands)
7:00 p.m.
 Jr. Lamb Show & Jr. Meat Goat Show
7:00 p.m.
 Queen's Contest
8:00 p.m.
 Rodeo by Lester Meier Rodeo Company
8:30 p.m.-
12:30 a.m.
 Rodeo Dance with [TBA]
Saturday, August 18:
10:00 a.m.
 Big Street Parade - downtown Johnson City - BBQ for sale on the square after the parade
11:00 a.m.-
8:00 p.m.
 Exhibits Open to the Public
12:30 p.m. County Roping (Registration 11:00 a.m. - noon)
1:00 p.m.
 Jr. Steer Show
1:00 p.m.
 Washer Pitching Contest at Fair Grounds - registration 12:30 p.m. - Trophies and Money Awarded
2:00 p.m.-
11:00 p.m.
 Big Carnival ($? wristbands)
7:00 p.m.
 Queen's Coronation
8:00 p.m.
 Rodeo by Lester Meier Rodeo Company
9:30 p.m.-
1:00 a.m.		 Rodeo Dance with [TBA]
Monday, August 27: 104th Anniversary of LBJ's Birth Wreath Laying Ceremony: Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park will honor the 103rd anniversary of former President Johnson with a 10 a.m. ceremony on August 27 at the LBJ Ranch District. Military representatives from Randolph Air Force Base in San Antonio will assist in laying the wreath. Contact Liz Lindig for more information 830-868-7128 ext. 231 or email: liz_lindig@nps.gov website:www.nps.gov/lyjo/planyourvisit/events.htm
Monday, August 27 (details to be confirmed): LBJ's Birthday Celebration at The Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm: 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. An "old fashion style" birthday party to honor of the 36th President of the United States.

Celebrate the 104th Birthday of Lyndon B. Johnson at the state park that honors this native Texan. Discover the life and accomplishments of our 36th President in the beautiful Texas Hill Country he loved so dearly. See what life was like when the president was a child and where he came to recharge his batteries when he was our nation’s leader.

The Sauer-Beckmann Living History Farm will have activities to celebrate the president’s birthday throughout the day with old-time games for the whole family, such as marbles, tops, jacks and stick horses. Pack a picnic basket and make it a family outing this summer and enjoy all the park has to offer. Accessible for the mobility impaired.

(830) 644-2252 www.tpwd.state.tx.us
Saturday & Sunday, August 18-19 AND August 25-26 [to be confirmed]: Texas Hills Vineyards Grape Stomp: Details to come: Visit www.texashillsvineyard.com for more information.
Saturday & Sunday, August 25 -26: Becker Vineyards 16th Annual Grape Stomp: Details to come: Visit www.beckervineyards.com for more information.
Recurring Monthly Events
Every Tuesday: Dominoes at the First United Methodist Church
Dominoes played at 10 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church. All are welcome.
Every Wednesday Evening: Miller Creek RV Resort
Miller Creek RV Resort hosts a $3 home cooked meal at 6:30 p.m. in the Rec Hall (bring your own drink of choice).
Every Weekend: Downtown Entertainment & Dining at Pecan Street Brewing
Enjoy good food, hand-crafted beers and live music on weekends. See entertainment and menu details at www.PecanStreetBrewing.com. Located at 106 E. Pecan Drive (across from the Courthouse Square). 830-868-2500.
1st Tuesday: Johnson City Writes
If you would like to enjoy sharing the creative experience of writing, join us at the Johnson City Library, each month at 9:30am. We'll have some fun, and it's free. For further info, contact Bambi Haley @ 830-868-9269 Web: www.jclibrarysite.org
2nd Tuesday: JC Chamber of Commerce Meeting
6:00 pm - Location to be announced. Call the Chamber for more info: 830-868-7684.
2nd Thursday: Johnson City Garden Club Craft Day
2 p.m. Contact Joycelyn Carter at 830-868-7010 for location.
2nd Sunday: TASTE Wine+Art
ART WINE & LIVE MUSIC. TASTE Wine +Art, 213 N. Nugent, Johnson City, across from the courthouse. Join us Noon - 3 p.m. Visit www.TASTEwineArt.com for more information.
4th Tuesday: Johnson City Library - Civil War Roundtable
Do you have an interest in the Civil War? Are you a Civil War collector? Do you like to read about or watch Civil War videos? One way to peak your enthusiasm is to participate in a Civil War Roundtable with other like-minded individuals. 7pm @ The Johnson City Library. Web: www.jclibrarysite.org
4th Tuesday: Alzheimer's Association - San Marcos
Noon - 1:15 in San Marco. Email HERE or call 800.367.2132 to sign up.
Last Saturday: Art Walk at the Galleries on Nugent:
A Smith Gallery - Fine Art Photography, www.asmithgallery.com and TASTE Wine +Art - Wine, Contemporary Fine Art, Sculpture & Photography, www.TasteWineArt.com

Dates of events subject to change.
Please confirm them in advance by calling the Chamber of Commerce 830-868-7684
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