Our weekly look at the events around Kerr County is a guide for those who need something to do. Since we believe Kerr County is never dull, we provide it for you. The list is subjection additions, subtractions and changes of timing and purpose as we move through time and space. If you want to add something, remove it or change it, let us know — louis.amestoy@kerrcountylead.com
Tuesday, May 10, 2022
Public meeting
- Kerrville City Council — City Hall, 6 p.m.
Dance
- Ecstatic dance — Mystical Musings, 7 p.m. Information: 830-955-5590 The details: What is ecstatic dance? How do you do it? Want to find out? Then join us at Mystical Musings for a free class on what Ecstatic Dance IS! We hope you'll join us as Cam de Welles leads the class.
Arts
- Texas Watercolor Society Annual Exhibit — Hill Country Arts Foundation., 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday. Through June 30. Information: https://www.hcaf.com The details: The Hill Country Arts Foundation is hosting the Texas Watercolor Society's 73rd National Exhibit. This exhibit features watercolor pieces by over forty artists from across the United States. In 1949, TWS was founded by Margaret Pace Willson and Amy Freeman Lee with the mission to advance the art of painting in watercolors, and hold annual exhibitions of watercolor paintings. Today, more than 60 years later, TWS continues to promote the high standards set by its founders. Thus, as a national exhibit, TWS proudly takes its place among the elite watercolor organizations in the nation.
- Heaven's Declare Art Exhibition (Recurring through Saturday) — Museum of Western Art, 10 a.m. Information: https://www.museumofwesternart.com The details: Featuring works by renowned artists who celebrate the heavens. The exhibition will feature works by Phil Bob Borman, G. Russell Case, Tim Newton, Laurel Daniel, Linda Glover Gooch, David Griffin, David Grossman, Michael Magrin, Denise LaRue Mahlke, Phil Starke and John Taft.
- KACC Exhibits (Recurring through Saturday) — Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://www.kacckerrville.com The details: "Monday Painters" members of the Monday Artists painters group exhibit, Paintings by Laura Roberts, "Guadalupe Watercolor Group" judged watercolor exhibit by members of the GWG. Artist reception April 30th, 1–3 p.m.
Wednesday, May 11, 2022
Markets and Sales
- Friends of the Library Book Sale — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 1–3 p.m. Information: https://kerrvillet.gov/349/FOTL-Book-Sale The details: Looking for a great read? Or better yet, come down and support the work of Friends of the Library. Maybe find a banned book? That sounds like a fun day to us.
- Kerr County Produce Market Day — The Big Red Barn, 10 a.m., Information: 830-896-7330 The details: Kerr County Produce Market Day (The Big Red Barn). Local Hill Country wholesale warehouse distributor for the finest fruits and vegetables. Open to the public.
Thursday, May 12, 2022
Live Music
- Father and Son — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Boutique, Ingram, 6 p.m. Information: 936-554-8326
Friday, May 13, 2022
Markets
- Kerrville Farmers Market — A.C. Schreiner Mansion, 4 p.m. Information: https://kerrvillefarmersmarket.com/ The details: Come down and enjoy a complimentary beer, or buy a handcrafted pizza and enjoy the market.Live music by Braden Toomey — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Bistro, 6–9 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/wineboutique1/
Live music
- Campfire Songwriters Retreat — Camp Stewart, Hunt, through May 15. Information: https://www.txcampfireretreats.com The details: Three days in the Texas Hill Country! The best music, food, folks, fun and memories to be had along the Guadalupe River. Hosted Happy Hours, Hill Country Cuisine and scheduled Songwriter Showcases with more surprises in store!
- Boone Holding — Pint and Plow Brewing Co., 6 p.m. Information: 830-315-7468 The details: A night of telling songs, singing songs and good vibes. Boone's music is acoustic and has been referred to as "organic."
- Stan Morris — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com
- The Reefs — The Hunt Store, 7 p.m. Information: 830-238-4410 The details: Party on the patio with this super fun jam band! Bring the family, grab some dinner and find a seat.
- Jake Hoot — Cailloux Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://www.caillouxperformingarts.com The details: The Season 17 Champion of NBC TV's "The Voice," Jake Hoot has amassed more than 10 million streams and thousand of downloads, including the smash hit "I Would've Loved You," his duet with superstar Kelly Clarkson. He's appeared on "The Kelly Clarkson Show," "Today" with Hoda Kotb, and "Entertainment Tonight," among others. Tickets: $25-40.
- C-Rock — Pier 27 River Lounge and 8 Ball, 8 p.m. Information: 830-896-7437
- Braden Toomey — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Boutique, Ingram, 6 p.m. Information: 936-554-8326
Theater
- Live comedy theater "Drinking Habits" — The Point Theater, Ingram, TBD, through May 15. Information: https://www.hcaf.com/2022-theatre-season/ The details: Accusations, mistaken identities, and romances run wild in this traditional, laugh-out-loud farce. Two nuns at the Sisters of Perpetual Sewing have been secretly making wine to keep the convent's doors open, but Paul and Sally, reporters and former fiancees, are hot on their trail. They go undercover as a nun and priest, but their presence, combined with the addition of a new nun, spurs paranoia throughout the convent that spies have been sent from Rome to shut them down. There's the spilling of wine and secrets as everyone tries to preserve the convent and reconnect with lost loves.
Saturday, May 14, 2022
Markets
- Friends of the Library Book Sale — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 1–3 p.m. Information: https://kerrvillet.gov/349/FOTL-Book-Sale The details: Looking for a great read? Or better yet, come down and support the work of Friends of the Library. Maybe find a banned book? That sounds like a fun day to us.
- Heart of the Hills Farmers Market — River Hills Mall parking lot, 8 a.m. Information: 830-370-7476
Yoga
- Full Moon Yoga — The Garden at the Ridge, 7 a.m. Information: The details: https://shopsattheridge.com The details: Full Moon Yoga with The Yoga Space on the lawn at The Gardens at the Ridge.
Equestrian
- Bandera Shooters Mounted Shooting — Gravity Check Saloon and Arena, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: 830-634-3075 The details: Come on out for a great day of fun and excitement by the Bandera Shooters, members of the Cowboy Mounted Shooters of America.
Dogs and critters
- Kerrville Pets Alive Vaccination Clinic — Kerrville Pets Alive!, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Information: The details: 713-855-6291 KPA! is teaming up with the Hill Country SPCA once again to offer Kerr County Pet Owners FREE cat and dog vaccinations and microchips. First come first serve at the KPA! office. Dogs must be leashed and cats in carriers. Vets and vet techs have the right to refuse service if pets are unhealthy or at risk. This service is offered to Kerr County residents.
Books
- "Broken Toys" Book Signing — River Trail Books, 1 p.m. Information: glenda.k.thompson@gmail.com The details: Book signing and Q&A session with debut novelist and author Glenda Thompson.
Golf
- Veterans Golf Association Championship — Riverhills Country Club, 1:30 p.m. Information: https://www.vgagolf.org The details: The VGA works to enrich the lives of Veterans and their family members through camaraderie and sportsmanship of golf. The VGA hosts more than 450 local tournaments, culminating in a VGA National Championship each fall.
Live music
- Battle of the church bands — Lazy Days Saloon at Roddy Tree Ranch, 3-11 p.m. Information: https://www.lazydaysandstarrynights.com
- Greg Wall — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://shopsattheridge.com
- Lady Lemon & the Boyeez Band — Babez Seafood Bucket, 6 p.m. Information: 830-895-0592
- FM Rodeo — Trailhead Beer Garden at Schreiner University, 7 p.m. Information: 830-370-6586 The details: Based out of the Hill County in Texas, FM Rodeo started in 2015 when Troy Dry(vocals/guitars) and Johnny Elrod(Drums) reconnected after a six-year hiatus with their band Elephant Nightmare/Windup Bird Chronicle and joined by Jake Mammen in 2021.
- Carlos Dan and the Silver Bullets — The Hunt Store, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.thehuntstore.com
- Stateline Band — Gravity Check Saloon and Arena, 7:30 p.m. Information: 830-634-3075
- The Sway Band — Pier 27 River Lounge and 8 Ball, 8 p.m. Information: 830-896-7437
- Shane Stumpf — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Boutique, Ingram, 6 p.m. Information: 936-554-8326
