Galveston Island, Texas– For Galveston’s most beloved architect’s 175th birthday, Galveston Historical Foundation will be joining the City of Galveston for a special week of celebration to conclude with Nicholas Clayton Day on Sunday, November 1. The public is invited to the 1892 Bishop’s Palace from 10 am – 5 pm for complimentary admission to […]
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Texas Forest Trail Region Launches Annual Forest Trail Photo Competition
Texas Forest Trail Region Launches Annual Forest Trail Photo Competition Nacogdoches, Texas– Beginning June 27, photographers can compete for top honors in an online photo competition conducted by Texas Forest Trail Region to advocate for and promote the region’s 35-county service area as an integral part of the Texas experience. Judges comprised of Forest Trail […]
Oh Bother Where Art Thou
Oh Bother Where Art Thou TYLER- Liberty Hall will bring “Oh Brother Where Art Thou” to the big screen Thursday, January 31, at 7 p.m. Loosely based on Homer’s ‘Odyssey’ the movie deals with the picaresque adventures of Everett Ulysses McGill and his companions Delmar and Pete in 1930s Mississipi. Sprung from a chain gang […]
October Cruise Night Hitting the Red Brick Streets Again this Weekend
October Cruise Night Hitting the Red Brick Streets Again this Weekend Nacogdoches – The East Texas Classic Car Club will be hosting their first Friday cruise night on the red brick streets of historic downtown Nacogdoches on Friday, October 5, 2012. The cruise will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. on the back side […]
SUPERHERO DASH
SUPERHERO DASH LIVINGSTON- The Polk County Criminal District Attorney’s Office 4th Annual Kids Fun Run, 5K & 10K will take place Saturday, April 6, 2013 at the Alabama Coushatta Indian Reservation. 7:15AM – Registration Alabama Coushatta Indian Reservation 571 State Park Road 56—Hwy 190 E. Livingston, Texas All registrants will receive a goody bag. The first 100 […]
Cryptopalooza!
Cryptopalooza! Do You Believe? Jefferson- Craig Woolheater hosted the Annual Texas Bigfoot Conference in Jefferson, TX from 2001 to 2008 as the director of the Texas Bigfoot Research Conservancy (TBRC). In 2005, the City of Jefferson presented Woolheater with the Key to the City, as well as proclaiming the 3rd weekend of October in Jefferson […]
Piney Woods Fine Arts Bringing Old-World Music in October
Piney Woods Fine Arts Bringing Old-World Music in October Crockett- The Piney Woods Fine Arts Association is excited to bring a taste of the old-world to Crockett in October. Our first event is the Piney Woods Polka Fest! with Brave Combo on Saturday, October 6 at 6:00 pm at the Houston County Airport. The second […]
Santa’s Magical Workshop & Wonderland Depot in Palestine Opens Friday
Santa’s Magical Workshop & Wonderland Depot in Palestine Opens Friday Palestine– A train ride is just the beginning of holiday traditions in Palestine. Santa’s Magical Workshop & Wonderland Depot opens Fri., Nov. 22, 2013 at 4 p.m. with a reception to kick-off their holiday season. This year, the Texas State Railroad Society has teamed up […]
Resolve to Tread Texas State Park Trails in 2014
Resolve to Tread Texas State Park Trails in 2014 AUSTIN – Vow to battle the post-holiday letdown and shed those unwanted pounds by pounding a Texas State Park trail, beginning Jan. 1, at more than 60 organized First Day Hikes that will kick off the New Year as part of a growing nationwide tradition. Remember, too, that […]
Cherokee Civic Theatre Presents Shake, Rattle & Roll
RUSK, TEXAS- Get outta that kitchen and wash your face and hands, put your glad rags on and get ready to shake, rattle and roll with ‘America’s sweethearts.’ “The magical music of the 1950s and 60s is reborn when this all female show group from East Texas take the stage,” states the group’s websiteshakerattleroll4.com. “Winners […]
The Man, The Legend… Merle Haggard!
The Man, The Legend… Merle Haggard! Crockett, Texas— Country music icon Merle Haggard is performing a Labor Day concert in Crockett. Piney Woods Fine Arts Association is presenting this concert as its 24th Season opener. The show is Monday September 1st 7:30pm at the Crockett Civic Center. Tickets and more information are available at the […]
1892 Bishop’s Palace to Host Expanded Guided Tour and “The Art of the Calling Card” Discussion
Galveston Island, Texas– In Victorian Galveston, calling was a ritualized way of visiting friends, navigating society, sending sentiments, and carrying out all communications necessary for a successful social life. A person who didn’t participate or observe the strict rules of calling ran the risk of being categorized as “ill bred,” the ultimate Victorian insult. Guests […]
Piney Woods Fine Arts is Getting Their Dancin’ Shoes On!
Piney Woods Fine Arts is Getting Their Dancin’ Shoes On! CROCKETT—Do you like “Dancing With The Stars”, “American Idol” and “So You Think You Can Dance?” Well, get ready…PWFAA is bringing the stars and finalists of these hit TV shows to Crockett for one night only, February 21st at the Crockett Civic Center for BALLROOM […]
Shrek the Musical
Shrek the Musical Longview/Tyler- Based on the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film that started it all, SHREK THE MUSICAL brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage. Wednesday, November 14, East Texans can see this performance at the Belcher Center in Longview or at the Cowan Center in Tyler on November 15! East […]
GO HOG WILD COOK-OFF
GO HOG WILD COOK-OFF SEEKING COOK TEAMS WITH $10,000 IN PRIZE MONEY CENTER- The Shelby County Chamber of Commerce announces the “Go Hog Wild Cook-Off” will be held Saturday, April 21 in the south parking lot of Wulf Shopping Center in conjunction with the closing day of the “Wild Hog Roundup”. $10,000 will be awarded […]
Cherokee Neches Paddling Launch
Jacksonville, Texas- Have you ever thought of paddling down the Neches River? Here is your opportunity. The public is invited to help launch the new Cherokee Neches Paddling Trail at a Launch Event Saturday, March 21, 2015! The Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce is partnered with Texas Parks and Wildlife in designating the Cherokee Neches Paddling Trail. […]
Wyma and Co.’s 3rd Fall Antique Sale THIS WEEKEND!
Palestine, Texas- The 3rd Fall Antique Sale at Wyma and Company is upon us, and just in time for the season. Fall is in the air, and antiques are on tap at Wyma and Co! From teacups to cupboards, you will find it in the 2,000 square foot house, located at 418 Coronaca Street.Since the house was […]
Bodies Revealed
Bodies Revealed GALVESTON – Moody Gardens and Premier Exhibitions presents “Bodies Revealed,” at the Discovery Pyramid through September 9th. “Bodies Revealed” provides the public with an opportunity to see inside carefully preserved real anatomical specimens and learn the detailed structure and function of the human body. The exhibition takes visitors through galleries providing an up-close look […]
78th Annual East Texas Yamboree
Gilmer, Texas- The East Texas Yamboree is one of the longest running festivals in Texas with well over one hundred thousand people attending every year. Each year people come from near and far to Gilmer, Texas to celebrate the yam! The 78th Annual East Texas Yamboree Festival will kick off October 16-17. What makes the Yamboree […]
Beer Drinkers Report To Galveston For Labor Day Weekend
Beer Drinkers Report To Galveston For Labor Day Weekend BrewMaster’s Craft Beer Festival Courtesy Photo Beer lovers, learners, enthusiasts, and experts will flock to Galveston Island this Labor Day Weekend for the 2nd annual BrewMaster’s Craft Beer Festival. The Beer festival is a unique multi-day event full of beer and cheer, with over 400 Craft […]
Dogwood Frontier Rodeo
Dogwood Frontier Rodeo PALESTINE—The annual Dogwood Frontier Rodeo will kick off this Friday at the Anderson County Rodeo Arena on 287 North. The rodeo is a two-day event, and begins each evening at 7:30 p.m. Rodeo Queen contestants will ride in the grand entry both nights. The official competition will take place Saturday morning and […]
Nine Flags Christmas Festival Kicks Off First Weekend In December
Nacogdoches, Texas– The 18th annual Nine Flags Christmas Festival in Nacogdoches will be in full swing December 5-6 with an entire weekend of fun-filled holiday events. Enjoy an unforgettable evening of yuletide nostalgia at Millard’s Crossing Historic Village’s “An Old Fashioned Christmas” Friday, December 5th 5-9 p.m. The event will feature live theatrical performances of […]
Palestine Municipal Airport to Celebrate 80th Anniversary
Palestine Municipal Airport to Celebrate 80th Anniversary PALESTINE- The Experimental Airport Association Chapter 1549 (EAA) will host the 80th Anniversary Celebration for the Palestine Municipal Airport. The chapter’s first event is scheduled for Saturday, September 28, with festivities kicking off at 10 a.m.
Mardi Gras Upriver
Mardi Gras Upriver Festivals Around the World Jefferson- Celebrate Mardi Gras upriver this year! Jefferson’s annual Mardi Gras Upriver celebration is just around the corner. Mardi Gras has been celebrated in Jefferson, Texas for many years. The tradition goes back to the old steamship days of Port Jefferson, when the boats would travel up from […]