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Granbury’s 2012 Harvest Moon Festival

Cool weather, an early evening and a huge harvest moon usher in “A Celebration of the Season!” Arts and crafts, fall produce, entertainment, a kids’ amusement area and delicious food makes Granbury’s Harvest Moon Festival a must for families and friends.

The festivities are on Saturday, October 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on the Historic Courthouse Square and from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, October 28th. Admission is FREE.

Enjoy the Scarecrow Decorating Contest, Decorated Pumpkin Contest (all entries will be displayed all day), Kids in Costumes Contest (children under 10 years of age) and a Pumpkin Pie Eating Contest. Dad and Grandpa don’t want to miss the Antique Engine and Tractor Show in Lambert Branch Park and the Antique Tractor Parade at noon on Saturday around the Square.

Special entertainment by local entertainers will be held on our stage with performances on both Saturday and Sunday. The Hot Dog Eating Contest creates fun for the entire family on Sunday afternoon.

People of all ages will enjoy Sunday afternoon and the ever-popular “Pooch Parade.” Pooches, dressed in costumes, do crazy tricks and parade around on Crockett Street.

Join in the fun and make it a Granbury weekend to relax, be entertained, and enjoy great food and shop. The Historic Granbury Merchants Association, the City of Granbury and Hood County sponsor the Harvest Moon Festival. For more information, call HGMA at 817.573.5299 or visit www.granburysquare.com

Harvest Moon Festival

Fall Festival of Art

Fall in Love with Art

A unique event showcasing members’ artwork in various mediums, showcases artists and art-lovers to Granbury’s Shanley House. The annual Fall Festival of Art Juried Show & Sale runs from October 6th – 28th. The public is also invited to a reception on the 13th at 6:30 p.m. at the Shanley House located at 224 N. Travis in Granbury when the awards will be announced.

The Lake Granbury Art Association began 40 years ago and now hosts over a hundred members. Unique shows open often. The gallery is open to the public on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.

The Shanley House, estimated to have been built by 1886 and very possibly as early as the 1870s, was originally constructed as a gristmill. Known as the Granite Mills, its original proprietor, J. N. Haney, also built the Hood County Jail in 1885.

LGAA’s mission is to promote the education, appreciation and enjoyment of fine art in Granbury. For more information visit www.granburyart.org.

Art on the Paluxy

Glen Rose’s Artist-in-Residence, Robert Summers, and a small, select group of local and regional artists will showcase their talent at the historic Barnard’s Mill and Art Museum in Glen Rose on November 10th. The Somervell History Foundation (SHF) presents the 5th Annual Art on the Paluxy—an art show and sale. This unique event features promising area artists, including Granbury artists.

All the artists will be in attendance, and some will be working. This is a fabulous opportunity to learn about new artists, visit with them, discuss their art and perhaps acquire something for your home. Artists are purposely selected who display a variety of mediums and styles, along with artists specializing in pottery, sculpture or jewelry. Enjoy wine and hors d’oeuvres from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

The Somervell History Foundation’s primary focus is its unique responsibility in restoring and preserving Barnard’s Mill and Art Museum. Completed in 1860, the Historic Barnard’s Mill was the first permanent structure in the area. The newest part, completed about sixty years ago, is now owned and operated by the SHF and contains Barnard’s Mill and Art Museum. The Mill has been on the State Register of Historical Places for over twenty years and in 1982 was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. In addition to the priority of the restoration of Barnard’s Mill, the SHF focuses on improving the offerings to the community for art appreciation.

Attendance is $10 per person and free to SHF members. Barnard’s Mill is located at 307 SW Barnard Street, Glen Rose.

Gala Gatherings

Party on the Peak 2012

the panoramic views of the North Texas prairie from the high vista of Comanche Peak on October 6th. Embark on a rare tour to visit Historic Comanche Peak where original Texans—native and pioneers both once roamed.

The journey to the past begins at 4:00 p.m. at 4401 Peak Road in Granbury, giving the guests time to soak up the rich history of the Peak. Relax with cocktails atop the peak. Enjoy casual entertainment, art displays, historical interpretations, and chuck-wagon cooking demonstrations.

Savor a delicious one-of-a kind dinner prepared by Granbury’s own Homer Robertson, National Cowboy Champion Chuck-wagon Cook. Join in the silent-auction and live-auction, bidding on exciting items and packages. Dance under the big Texas stars to the music of Tommy Hooker.

Funds raised through Party on the Peak will be used for Preserve Granbury projects. Current projects include a cooperative venture with the City of Granbury to restore and open the historic buildings at Lambert Branch Park and the establishment of a preservation “revolving fund” to save endangered historic buildings. Last year, more than 400 guests raised $37,778 for historic preservation projects in Hood County. For more information, call 817.573.2787.

Taste of Granbury 2012

The 11th Annual Taste of Granbury gala brings elegance on the moonlit water of Lake Granbury. On October 18th from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. the culinary journey begins and includes the following eateries and their fine chefs: Del Norte Tacos, The Loft, Harbor Lakes Golf Club, Riverhouse Grill, Buffalo Gap, Lake Granbury Medical Center, Pearl Street Station and HEB.

The evening’s ambiance continues with a wine tasting and excellent entertainment. A raffle and live auction, with good-humor-bidding on unique items and outstanding value, benefits Granbury’s US Veteran’s Museum, Project Graduation and other community non-profits.

Taste of Granbury 2012, hosted by the Granbury Brigade promises to be even better than last year’s. The Brigade organizes the event and brings local chefs and their delectable cuisine to the Granbury Conference Center. Brigade members sell tickets, serve as waitstaff, decorate tables, plus secure door prizes and amazing auction items so guests can take home unique prizes.

Tickets sell out fast, so don’t wait. For more information contact Sylvia Hickey at 817.326.5565.

Think Pink! - Fashions for the Fighters, the Survivors and Hope

Join in a night of celebration supporting the FIGHTERS, admiring the SURVIVORS and HONORING those taken. Plus the Pink Ribbon Fashion Show offers a night to remind us to never, ever give up HOPE!

Red on the Square and Stuff ‘N’ Nonsense Boutique present their “Annual Pink Ribbon Fashion Show” with wonderful giveaways, delicious tastings and a showcase of new fall-fashion.

Don’t miss this special event with a few delightful surprises! Pick up your tickets at Stuff ‘N’ Nonsense Boutique or Red on the Square.

Commanche Peak, Granbury Brigade, Granbury Conference Center, Project Graduation, Red on the Square, Stuff'n'nonsense, Taste of Granbury

Cool Entertainment

Mary Lou’s

Dinner Palace Theatre

Theatre cools off the Square with stars like Andrew Barrus. Riding a wave of excellent reviews from Granbury Theatre Company’s production of 1776, Andrew turns his talent to producing and directing the Murder Mystery Dinners at Mary Lou’s. Granbury Nutt House Players present the Murder Mystery A Deadly Game on August 11th and 25th. Visit the website for information on the Gospel Jubilee music show at the Nutt House Hotel or call 817.279.1207. For only $42 each you will enjoy a great three course dinner from Joe’s Pasta and a great show. BYOB.

Glen Rose Bluegrass Jam

Free bluegrass jam sessions at beautiful Historic Oakdale Park in Glen Rose. All levels of musicians are invited to attend from beginner to old pros. Bring your lawn chairs let the kids swim and have a great family day enjoying the music. Free to the public. The jam begins at 12:00 noon and continues until 5:00 p.m. on Saturday August 18th. For more info visit www.glenrosebluegrass.com.

Labor Day Weekend

Granbury

Warriors for Christ Biker Bash roars into town September 1st at 10:00 a.m. to September 3rd at 5:00 p.m. Come enjoy the Warriors for Christ Biker Bash over the Labor Day weekend. Expect lots a fun, arts and craft vendors, food vendors and many more activities. For more information please call David or Lisa Kimbrow at 817.964.5492.

Labor Day Weekend

Glen Rose

“Light Up the Town” 5k Fun Run / Walk begins September 1st with a 9 a.m. start time and benefits “Light up the Town” (Glen Rose’s Christmas Celebration). Prizes for: Most Creative Outfit, Brightest Outfit and Best Team Outfit/Uniform. Participants in bright neon gear will have the edge in this contest. Cost is $15 Pre-registration and $25 Day of Event entry fee. This event offers a 3.1 miles – fun run / walk. Register at www.glenrosetexas.net or call 254.897.3081.

Historic Square Sidewalk Sale from 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Special Discounts offered at many stores. Prize drawings for shopping and children activities highlight the day. Visit www.historicdowntownglenrose.org for more information.

1st Annual Labor Day Hollywood and Vine’s got Talent – Have a fabulous meal with food and drink specials, and enjoy a talent-filled day. Free admission. Restaurant Hours: 11a.m. to midnight. Scheduled performers begin at 2:00 p.m. with Kim Younkin. Then at 5:00 p.m., Three Rivers Shine takes the stage. Brad Hulsey Band begins at 8:00 p.m. Don’t miss the Hot Dog Eating Contest. To enter call 214.770.5465. Deadline 6 p.m. on August 25th. www.hollywoodandvinerestaurant.com

From Old-Time Banjo and Dulcimer to Dulcimer Rock

April 1st, 2012 | Posted by PrintOne in Entertainment | Festivals | Glen Rose - (0 Comments)

Lone Star State Dulcimer Festival

May 11-13 at Oakdale Park Campground in Glen Rose

Dulcimer Rock? The Lone Star State Dulcimer Festival in Glen Rose, May 11-13, often walks on the wild side. Dana Hamilton and the amazing Lone Star State Dulcimer Club have nurtured the love of the sweet-strings across the nation through the Glen Rose Festival doorway.

This year the festival introduces the crazy, wonderful world of Bing Futch. Along with some rock, Bing Futch shares his flare with dulcimer blues. Russell Cook offers his special touch for songs of all kinds and of course the old-time bands like, Sweet Song String Band. Then there are nationally known artists like: Cathy Barton and Dave Para, Jim Miller, Scott Odena, Sue Carpenter, Debbie Porter, The Wright Family, Charles Whitmer, Time Was, The Famous Moore Family…Many, Much and Some.

Bring your lawn chair and sit under the giant oaks at Oakdale Park, the festival on Mother’s Day weekend. All concerts and workshops are totally free. For that price you may also watch the state completion for the hammer and mountain dulcimer. Free family entertainment for you and mom with a huge swimming pool and playground for the kids.

Bing Futch

With roots in both African and Seminole Indian tribes, Bing Futch began playing Appalachian mountain dulcimer at Knott’s Berry Farm theme park in 1986. Since then, Futch has enjoyed a diverse and prolific solo career, composing dozens of scores for film, theater, themed attractions and television.

While shooting his first documentary, Futch worked closely with producers of the hit NBC series “Quantum Leap” and then left his California hometown of Los Angeles for Florida where he set up a multimedia company and served as musical director for the Stage Left Theater production of “The Jungle Book: A Musical Adaptation” composing an original score for that show. He performed in a variety of venues, including The House of Blues at Walt Disney World, Hard Rock Live Orlando, The Bamboo Room, Freebird Live and more.

Named 2006 “Songwriter of the Year” by the Songwriters Showcases of America (with a 2007 “Song of the Year” award for “Crazy Feels Like” from the album Dulcimer Rock), Bing has become a regularly featured artist at festivals, fairs, concert halls, pubs, clubs, cafes, house concerts and other venues from California to Connecticut. Alongside his performing career, Bing has become a popular instructor of the mountain dulcimer and Native American flute.

Cathy Barton and Dave Para

For 25 years Cathy Barton and Dave Para have performed a variety of vocal and instrumental music. Celebrating the musical traditions and folklife of Missouri and the Ozarks in festivals, clubs, concert halls, schools and studios across the U.S. and Europe, their audiences are as diverse as their repertoire. Dave and Cathy play several stringed instruments including hammered and fretted dulcimers, banjo, guitar and autoharp, as well as “found” instruments like bones, spoons, mouthbow and leaf.

Their concerts present lively dance-tunes to old ballads and new songs, collected in their home region. They conduct instrumental workshops as well as workshops about songs from the Civil War, from American rivers, old gospel songs, children’s songs and Christmas music.

A recognized master of the frailing banjo style, Cathy has twice won the Tennessee Old-Time Banjo Championship. The late Roy Acuff often called her his “favorite banjo player” because her playing reminded him of earlier country music sounds. She also toured with Ramona (Mrs. Grandpa) Jones and played at her dinner theater.

Lone Star State Dulcimer Festival

From the Editor – April 2012

I love birds. Wild or tame, they delight me. Recently, I sat on the patio enjoying a spring morning. Birds sang and a cool breeze whipped the smell of freshly mowed grass across Pecan Plantation’s 6th golf tee. Several birds fluttered around my water fountain, when this wonderful, little bird hopped up to see me. I think she was on her way shopping or perhaps to the bank and I was in her path. She hopped up on the glider where I sat and then skipped behind my back. I turned my head and she hopped down to the ground.

I thought she was gone, when suddenly she jumped up on my lap, tilted her head with a quizzical glance at me and then sweetly left a deposit on my leg. A few minutes later, she returned. I hoped she would get in my lap again but my dog scared her away.

After a few moments of research, I knew it was a Tufted Titmouse. I wish you could see how beautiful this little gray bird is in person. Actually, you can. There are so many great bird-watching sites in this area besides my backyard. Acton Nature Center is just one.

Don’t miss the Texas State Dulcimer Festival in Glen Rose. This is excellent family fun and it‘s all free. The Rio Brazos Music Hall is offering dance lessons and their April line up of talent is excellent. Don’t miss it.

Many of you have mentioned to me, either in person or by email, that you too are hooked on watching the eagle live-cam. I have promised a few readers to print the website again. www.ustream.tv/decoraheagles. The eggs will be hatched by the time this issue is on the streets.

One of my favorite bird stories explains Easter in a way that even little ones can understand. The story goes that a farmer started his morning the same each Sunday. His wife dressed, ate and begged him to join her for church. He mumbled regret about too much work and admitted that he didn’t understand her belief and saw no reason to pretend he did. Why would anyone believe a story about a God coming to earth as a man to die on a cross? One Sunday near Easter, an unusually late, cold-front blew across the farm. The farmer woke early to check on the stock. He had a second cup of coffee and watched the snow fall. Then he noticed a few birds huddled under the eaves of the house. This small bird was a variety that didn’t stay in the area all year. For some reason it hadn’t headed south for this cold blast. The farmer knew the birds wouldn’t make it through the night. He decided to open the barn doors for them to fly into its warmth. But the birds stayed huddled in the cold. Then he scattered breadcrumbs toward the barn. The birds still didn’t move. He threw rocks and yelled, flapping his arms like a crazy man. The birds fluttered and then returned to what they thought was safety.

Frustrated, the farmer looked around and tried to think. “If only I could find a way to tell them to go to the barn,” he said to himself. “If only I could become a bird for a moment in time and show them how to be saved.”

Just then the church bells echoed across the snow covered fields. Suddenly the farmer understood. His wife dressed warm to drive to the church as always, but today, the farmer joined her. Now he understood why God became a man. And yes, he left the barn door open.

I hope you know that God became a man to show He loves us. Have a blessed Easter and spring.

Acton Nature Center, Rio Brazos Music Hall, Texas State Dulcimer Festival

2nd Annual Granbury Shopping Tournament

April 1st, 2012 | Posted by PrintOne in Entertainment | Festivals | Shopping | Showcase Articles - (0 Comments)

The Super Shopper Quiz

Answer the following quiz with a 1 if never, a 2 if sometimes, a 3 if most of the time, a 4 if always and a 5 if you would trade your dear, sweet grandmother on for a gold credit card with unlimited credit.

__ You get goose bumps when you see a red “Sale” sign.

__ “75% off Sales” makes you exceed the speed limit.

__ You leap over small boutiques in a single bound.

__ You like to get all your Christmas shopping done early in the year.

__ You love kids and want to help out a great cause like Happy Hill Academy.

TOTAL ____

If your total on this quiz was more than 4 you are perfect for the Granbury 2nd Annual Shopping Tournament on May 4 and 5. Create a Shopping Team Foursome and make this Girlfriend Getaway count for more. Guy teams are not only welcome, they are encouraged to challenge the girls with an “anything you can do I can do better” bet. Be sure to add a team name and costumes for serious fun! Create a poem, rap song or slogan. Strut your stuff!

This is competitive shopping for a cause and your tax deductible donation of only $25 per shopper registers you for the tournament, a maximum of 4 shoppers per team. The FUN for you and a FUNdraiser benefiting Happy Hill Farm Academy begins on May 4th with Preview Parties (not required, but lots of fun) and May 5th – Tournament Day! Participating stores offer discounts to registered Tournament Shoppers.

Granbury is the FUN shopping destination in North Central Texas. You can’t beat the fun, GREAT shopping discounts, refreshments at every store (Friday night & all day Saturday), and the wonderful prizes. Registering for the Granbury Shopping Tournament can be done online with a $25 fee per team member, safe, secure and easy. Visit www.shopgranburytx.com and click on the Happy Hill Farm link below the “Submit” button to pay registration fees. Please feel free to give us a call at 817.326.1439 if you need help or would like to register over the phone.

Categories include:

• 1st & 2nd place Teams which accumulate the most points.

• 1st & 2nd place Teams for the Cutest Team.

• #1 Big Spender Shopper

• The Heart Award

• Ms. Congeniality – Who brought the most teams to the Tournament

• Shopper who came the Farthest

• 1st, 2nd & 3rd place Best Stores

• Drawings for prizes from every participating store

Schedule of Events

May 4th

Preview Parties at participating stores who are extending their evening hours for your shopping pleasure.

May 5th

9 am - 10 am - Kickoff Breakfast

10 am - 5 pm - Shotgun start. On your Mark, Get Set, Shop!

5 pm - 6:45 pm - Reception/ Awards Dinner to help you wind down from the exciting day.

Granbury Shopping Tournament, Happy Hill Farm Academy

Granbury Wine Walk – Swirl, Sip and Stroll

Historic Granbury hosts its 3rd annual Wine Walk. Named by Southern Living as one of the top five small towns to visit in the U.S., Granbury invites you to an exciting weekend of swirling, sipping, and strolling.

Granbury’s 3rd annual Wine Walk features Texas wine, food, music and art at its finest. It begins at Granbury Square Plaza, on the corner of Pearl and Crockett streets, then meanders around a two-block area around the Square. Stroll through outdoor booths, stopping to enjoy wine & food tastings, along with live music and a wine-themed art show and sale.

Hosted by the Lake Granbury Art Association, the Wine Walk showcases some of Texas’ finest wineries, including: Brennan Vineyards, CALAIS Winery, Brushy Creek Vineyards, Barking Rocks Winery, Lone Oak Winery, Bluff Dale Vineyards, Flat Creek Estate Winery, Texas Legato Winery, D’Vine Wine of Granbury, Sunset Winery and Red Caboose Winery.

Wine Walk begins Friday at 12 noon and the relaxing fun times continue until 8 p.m. and Saturday, April 27-28. Proceeds benefit Hood County Committee on Aging (Meals On Wheels) and Tarleton State University’s Langdon Cultural & Educational Center. Two-day tickets to the Wine Walk are $17.50 in advance and $20 at the door. Price also includes a keepsake wine glass.

A “Sip & Savor” VIP event launches this year’s Wine Walk, and features Texas wines and heavy hors d’oeuvres from DFW’s favorite celebrity chefs. A “People’s Choice Award” will be given to the evening’s favorite dish and wine. The VIP kick-off event takes place on Thursday, April 26, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at a private lakefront estate that overlooks the Texas hill country. (See tickets for addresses.) Tickets to the “Sip & Savor” VIP event are $100 per person.

Limited seating is available. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at www.granburywinewalk.com, or at the event at 205 East Pearl Street. A valid ID must be presented at the ticket booth and you must be 21 years of age or older. When you purchase your ticket, you will receive a wristband, commemorative wine glass, a schedule of the events and a location map to taste and sample food & wine as you stroll. For more information on the 2012 Wine Walk featured wineries or chefs, please visit www.Facebook.com/GranburyWineWalk.

Wine Designs

Those participating in the Wine Walk are invited to stop by the Shanley House to savor the Design on Wine art show. This show displays artwork by Lake Granbury Art Association members and celebrates wine, grapes and vineyards. The artwork includes both two and three dimensional works and many of the pieces have been produced specifically for this show.

Members took inspiration from all things wine and wine-related for their show pieces. Painter and active LGAA member Rebecca Zook describes the creative process behind her creation for the show:

“I’ve dedicated this entire year to painting grasses/grasslands. So in order not to break my theme, I’m considering setting up a picnic-type scene to incorporate the wine theme.”

Member Mary Sutton created a watercolor and an oil of the same still life of grapes and shining glass bottles for the show. “My inspiration is color, light and shadow and their interplay using the objects associated with the show theme.”

While sampling various nectars during this year’s Wine Walk, be sure to stop by the Shanley House gallery and sample some vineyard themed fine art as well. Visit http://granburyart.org

Shanley House, Wine Walk

4th Annual Cowboys & Cabernet Gala

April 1st, 2012 | Posted by PrintOne in Entertainment | Festivals - (0 Comments)

Put on your boots and step back into the 1860s at the historic Barnard’s Mill on May 12th as the Somervell History Foundation host their 4th Annual Cowboys and Cabernet Gala. Gents brush your hats and ladies put on your fancy fashions for an evening of fun and excitement. Barnard’s Mill on the banks of the Paluxy River at 307 SW Barnard Street in downtown Glen Rose, brings a historic ambiance to this year’s theme–“Fiesta!” extraordinaire. Excellent entertainment, superb dining, exciting auction items and the friendly atmosphere of the Mill provide an evening of good times and preserves history.

The Somervell History Foundation’s primary focus is its responsibility of restoring and preserving this gigantic piece of Texas History. Early records show the Mill had many uses; one being the center of the social entertainment for those early pioneers. The wagons would bring the family and the night would ring with the sound of fiddles and laughter. The feel of the early days still lingers and surround guest at this annual event.

Barnard’s Mill and Art Museum holds its place as the ‘heartbeat’ of the city. The Annual Cowboy’s and Cabernet Gala is a major fundraising event for the facility and excitement runs high with those exceptional auction items. The Somervell History Foundation is a 503c non-profit Corporation. All proceeds for SHF events are directed to the restoration and preservation of Barnard’s Mill and the Art Museum located in the Hanna, Marks-English Hospital. Both the mill and the hospital served the community well for many years.

Make your plans to be a part of this night on the town. Visit our website at www.barnardsmill.org and tickets can be purchased online. Advanced reservations are required and early reservations are suggested. Visit the website for questions or to make an auction item donation. You may also contact any of the Board of Directors or call Joan Echols Taylor at 254.396.1445 to make a delivery direct to the mill.

Cowboy's and Cabernet Gala

April Entertainment

SINGLE DAY, WEEKEND & SPECIAL EVENTS

SUN 1 – MON 30 Rio Brazos Music Hall – The Rio offers excellent shows, great food and room to dance every weekend. 5 miles South of Granbury on Hwy 144 and Mambrino Hwy. 817.579.0808 www.riobrazoslive.com

FRI 6 Barking Rocks Winery Presents: First Friday – Music by different artist. Bring a friend and enjoy the wine tasting. 7-11 p.m. 817.579.0007 www.barkingrockswine.com

SAT 7 Granbury Open Mic – hosted by Toni Gray, features poets, musicians, spokenword artists and more at Pearl Street Station, 108 North Houston Street in Granbury 6-8 p.m. 817.734.1689

SAT 6 First Saturday Birdwalk – Acton Nature Center – Stroll along and learn with Billy Teels. Bring binoculars and a field guide if you have them. How many species will you see? Fun and free for everyone! 7–10 a.m. 6898 Smoky Hill Ct. 817.326.6005 actonnaturecenter.org

SUN 8 – Historic Granbury Luncheon Tea at the Historic Nutt House Hotel. Discounts are for groups or guests of area hotels and B&Bs. 1 p.m. 817.279.1207

FRI 13 & 27 D’Vine Wine Music, Massage & Merlot – D’Vine Wine 107 West Bridge St on Granbury Historic Square. 6-10 p.m. $5 glasses of wine, $5 wine tasting and $1 per minute for massages. 817.573.7200

SAT 14 Super Second Saturday – Historic Granbury Square merchants offer special promotions and sale items, only on the second Saturday of the month. Sidewalk Sale 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 817.573.5299 www.granburysquare.com

SAT 14 Girls Night Out – Ladies, don’t miss out on the great deals that Granbury Historic Merchants offer every second Saturday of each month. 5-8 p.m. on Granbury Historic Square 817-573-5299 www.granburysquare.com

SAT 14 The Glen Rose Meander – Arts and Crafts the 3rd Saturday of every month. Travel to the country to explore, brows, shop and indulge as the Glen Rose Meander’s art studios, herb and flower farms, gardens, crafts and jewelry. www.glenrosetexas.net

SAT 14 Historic Granbury Gunslingers – Western re-enactors of yesteryear at Granbury Historic Square – Enjoy two shows (approximate) 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. www.historicgranburygunslingers.com

Sun 15 “The House that Nutt Built” – A Children’s Story discounts are for groups or guests of area hotels and B&Bs. 4 p.m. 817.279.1207

SAT 21 Girls Night Out - Don’t miss out on the great deals that Glen Rose merchants offer the third Saturday of each month on the Square 5 – 9 p.m.

SAT 21 Southern Gospel Sing-Along at Historic Nutt House Hotel, featuring a variety of artists. 6:45 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Discounts are for groups or guests of area hotels and B&Bs. 817.279.1207

SAT 21 Eastern Star Pasta Dinner – 4 – 7 p.m. Spaghetti, marinara and meat sauce, meatballs, salad and delicious desserts. All you can eat – $8 adults, $6 under 12. Proceeds go toward scholarships for local Granbury students. Granbury Masonic Lodge, 1700 Weatherford Hwy.

FRI 27- SAT 28 Granbury Wine Walk – Granbury Square Plaza – Texas Wineries offer wine-tasting, food samples, live music, art, cooking demos and wine competition. Noon-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday. 817.579.9181 www.granburywinewalk.com

FRI 27 – SAT 28 A Murder Mystery Dinner and Shows – Historic Nutt House Hotel present a murder mystery production “Eat, drink and Be Murdered.” 6:45-9:30 p.m. Discounts are for groups or guests of area hotels and B&Bs. 817.279.1207

SAT 28 Last Saturday Gallery Night – Outstanding artwork offered around Granbury’s Historical Square. There will be hors d’oeuvres wine, meet the artists and other special events at Langdon Center Art Gallery, Shanley House Art Gallery, and Your Private Collection Art Gallery. 5-9 p.m. 817.579.7733

SAT 28 Rhineland Farm Tour & Farm Market Day – Local farmers, bakers, and growers offer the fruit of their labor. Antique vendors and crafters offering craft demonstrations. Farm tours, home made ginger-ale and Live music. No charge to come to the farm. 254.396.5866 Glen Rose 3157 CR 411.

MAY

SAT 4 – SUN 5 The Second Annual Granbury Shopping Tournament benefiting Happy Hill Farm Academy. Gather your best friends, neighbors, bridge pals, tennis/ bowling league or college buddies, shop and win big prizes. www.shopgranburytx.com

SAT 11 – SUN 12 Texas State Dulcimer Festival in Glen Rose historic Oak Dale Park with free all day and Avening concerts, workshops, crafts, family old-time dance, Liars Contest and more. 10:00 until-too-tired to play 866.393.8037 www.lssds.org/grfest.htm

SAT 25 – MON 28 Memorial Day Events – Field of Flags, Vietnam and World War II reenactments with helicopter and aircraft displays and maneuvers. Show your support at www.usveteransmuseum.com 817.578.3288