This week's featured event at Arcadia Live
Montopolis, The Living Coast
8 p.m. Friday
- A harmonious combination but more so an experience, Montopolis returns to our stage with a story to tell. The Living Coast will focus primarily on the Galveston Hurricane of 1900, the deadliest natural disaster in American history. Breathtaking footage shot by the creatives behind Montopolis will be projected on the big screen while a narrator divulges the details of this harrowing event. All accompanied by original live orchestral scoring. It was a unique and entertaining night; if you missed them back in May, now is your chance!
Tuesday, April 5
Public meetings
- Ingram City Council — Ingram City Hall, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.cityofingram.com/agendabudget.html
Events
- Job Fair — Kerrville Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 12-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Information: https://kerrvillekroc.org/workhere/ The Details: The Kroc has 18 positions open, and they're looking for help immediately. Bring your resume and a photo I.D.
(Recurring events)
- KACC Exhibits — Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://www.kacckerrville.com The details: Three exhibits are running at KACC through April 16. The Hill Country Youth Art Exhibit; Kerrville 1940-1960, a photographic history of the community sponsored by the Kerr County Historical Commission; Passion Project: Our contributions to the world, a collection of work from Schreiner University, senior art students.
- Heaven's Declare Art Exhibition — 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.
- The Fiber Show and Sale — Hill Country Arts Foundation, Ingram, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday-Friday; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. Information: https://www.hcaf.com The details: An exhibit of fiber art by artists from across Texas.
Wednesday, April 6
- Job Fair — Kerrville Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center, 12-3 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Information: https://kerrvillekroc.org/workhere/ The Details: The Kroc has 18 positions open, and they're looking for help immediately. Bring your resume and a photo I.D.
- EduScape Talk and Tour — Riverside Nature Center, 10:30 a.m. Information: https://www.riversidenaturecenter.org. The details: The UGRA EduScape is an award-winning demonstration garden that contains numerous examples of water conservation and stormwater detention practices that you can incorporate into your landscaping. The EduScape Talk & Tour will feature presentations by leading experts, followed by a tour of the EduScape.
- 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.
- Live music by Tom Prasada-Rao — Schreiner University, Junkin Campus Ministry Center, 7 p.m. Information: Dr. William Davis, Dean of Faculty, at wdavis@schreiner.edu or 830-792-7415. The details: This unique event presents an intimate conversation with a professional musician about his life, songs, and musical process. Music and Conversation feature audience participation and great original songs as illustrations. Tom Prasada-Rao is a musician's musician – an unassuming presence on the folk scene since the early nineties. His voice belies his musicianship and his extraordinary songs. From Rishi's Garden with its homage to Ravi Shankar to the groove of Sleeping Beauty, Tom's music is melodic, ambitious and reverent.
Thursday, April 7
Public Meetings
- Kerrville Planning and Zoning Commission — Kerrville City Hall, 4:30 p.m. Information: https://kerrvilletx.gov/968/Planning-and-Zoning
Events
- Live music by Homer Wisenant — Southern Sky Music Cafe, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://www.southernskymusiccafe.com
- Live music by Father and Son — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Bistro, 6-9 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/wineboutique1/
Friday, April 8
- 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 Aaron LaCombe — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com
- Live music by Matt Daniel — Southern Sky Music Cafe, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://www.southernskymusiccafe.com
- Live music by Clint Alford and Owen Tiner — Trailhead Beer Garden at Schreiner University, 8 p.m. Information: https://www.trailheadbeergarden.com The details: Based in Rusk, Texas, Clint Alford began songwriting at 19. Over the next few years, he tried perfecting his songwriter ability and was in constant search for his own distinct and unique sound. Following years of experience performing on numerous stages and events, he has also lent his musical talent to many different recordings. He has had studio projects of many different styles of music and has been making a name for himself in the Texas music scene since the early 2000s
- Live music by Modal Mojo and Jennifer D'Spain — Louise Hays Park, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/ModalMojoJazz The details: The first in the Concert in the Park Series at Louise Hays Park.
- Live music by Charlie Bravo — Pier 27 River Lounge and 8 Ball, 8 p.m. Information: 830-896-7437 The details: A Veteran(Army) managed high energy band, Charlie Bravo performs all of your favorite hits from all eras that will make you dance or headbang, whether you are from the MTV era to the hip hop era we got you covered.
- Camerata San Antonio — First Presbyterian Church, 4 p.m. Information: https://www.cameratasa.org The details: Grammy-nominated Camerata San Antonio is a flexible classical chamber music ensemble serving San Antonio and Hill Country. The lineup is: Sonatine; Etude in forme de Habanera; Deux mélodies hébraïques; Violin Sonata No. 2. $20.
- Live music by MKJAZZ — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Bistro, 6-9 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/wineboutique1/
Montopolis plays at Arcadia Live on Friday night! |
- Montopolis, The Living Coast — Arcadia Live!, 8 p.m. Information: https://www.thearcadialive.org The details: A harmonious combination but more so an experience, Montopolis returns to our stage with a story to tell. The Living Coast will focus primarily on the Galveston Hurricane of 1900, the deadliest natural disaster in American history. Breathtaking footage shot by the creatives behind Montopolis will be projected on the big screen while a narrator divulges the details of this harrowing event. All accompanied by original live orchestral scoring. It was a unique and entertaining night; if you missed them back in May, now is your chance!
- "For Such A Time Is This" — Playhouse 2000 VK Garage Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://www.playhouse2000.com The details: Based on the biblical story of Esther, "For Such a Time as This" is a love story about the young beauty who captures the heart of a King despite her place in an enslaved class, and ultimately saves her people. Using a wide variety of musical styles and more than a smattering of humor, the musical relates one of the great stories in a way that appeals to a broad audience, young and old alike.
Saturday, April 9
- Heart of the Hills Farmers Market — River Hills Mall parking lot, 8 a.m. Information: https://www.heartofthehillsfarmersmarket.com
- Sip and Serve — Tucker Hall, St. Peter's Episcopal Church, 1-3 p.m. Information: https://www.sistersinservicekerrville.org/ The details: A fundraiser and auction hosted by Sisters in Service of Kerrville. Your contribution will directly benefit our community by helping those in need. We encourage you to explore this website for additional Information about Sisters In Service and those we have served.
- Blooms and Barrels Plant Sale — Hill Country Youth Event Center, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Information: https://www.hillcountrymastergardeners.org The details: Native and adapted ornamental plants. Herbs, veggies, and 55-gallon rain barrels for sale. Cash and checks only. Tax-free sale and "The Garden Shed" resale shop.
- Freedom Fest — Ingram Park, 3-5 p.m. Information: https://libertyinactiontexas.com/freedom-fest/ The details: Quality time for the whole family. Queue up the fun with food, baked goodies, an Easter egg hunt, face-painting, more activities for the kids, other vendors to check out.
- Texas Gun and Knife Show — Hill Country Youth Event Center, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information: https://www.texasgunandknifeshows.com The details: Offering outdoor items, old, new, collectible guns, handguns, long guns, ammo, and accessories of all kinds. Some things are camping stuff, range bags, backpacks, concealed carry purses, gold and silver to trade and buy. Jewelry, unique crafts and survival dry food
- College softball — Schreiner University, Noon and 2 p.m. doubleheader. Information: schreinermountaineers.com The details: Schreiner University plays host to Dallas University in a Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference doubleheader.
- "For Such A Time Is This" — Playhouse 2000 VK Garage Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://www.playhouse2000.com The details: Based on the biblical story of Esther, "For Such a Time as This" is a love story about the young beauty who captures the heart of a King despite her place in an enslaved class, and ultimately saves her people. Using a wide variety of musical styles and more than a smattering of humor, the musical relates one of the great stories in a way that appeals to a broad audience, young and old alike.
- Bandera Mounted Shooters — Gravity Check Saloon and Arena, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://www.gravitychecksaloonandarena.com The details: A great day of fun and excitement by the Bandera Shooters, members of the Cowboy Mounted Shooters of America. Watch as they practice and ride through a course to shoot (using black powdered blanks) the balloons lined up throughout the pattern. This is also a fantastic opportunity for horse owners interested in trying out this fun, fast-paced sport! Bring your horse and be ready to try it out!
- Torneo de Campeones — Gravity Check Saloon and Arena and Scott Schreiner Golf Course, 10 a.m. Information: wallaceproductions1@gmail.com The details: We're not sure what to make of an event that features golf, cornhole and goat roping. Email them for more details.
- Live music by Aaron LaCombe — Pint and Plow Brewing, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.pintandplow.com The details: From Detroit, where he taught himself guitar in middle school in the forbidden room of his parent's basement, forming a metal band in the land of country music holdouts. Then his dad took him to see Lyle Lovett at an outdoor amphitheater north of Detroit. After marriage, divorce, building and losing a lucrative business, heartbreak and hardship, Aaron lives in the Texas Hill Country, writing and performing songs about a lifetime of finding fuel in the tragedy.
- Live music by Shane Stumpf — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Bistro, 6-9 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/wineboutique1/
- Live music by Kevin McCormick — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com
- Live music by Lady Lemon & the Boyeez Band — Babez Seafood Bucket, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.babezseafoodbucket.com
- Live music by In Six Days — Trailhead Beer Garden at Schreiner University, Information: https://www.trailheadbeergarden.com The details: The In Six Days band is a husband and wife acoustic duo that enjoys sharing their unique style and interpretations of many musical genres from easy listening to classic rock to country to R&B. In Six Days is: Magda Peynado – guitar, harmonica, and vocals; and Ray Peynado – guitar, mandolin, lap steel, harmonica and vocals. Admission $5
- Live music by C Rock — Pier 27 River Lounge and 8 Ball, 8 p.m. Information: 830-896-7437
- Live music by Jive Aces — The Cailloux Performing Arts Center, 7 p.m. Information: https://caillouxperformingarts.com/cailloux-performances-series/the-jive-aces-swingtime/ The details: London's incredible stage show, now on stage in Kerrville. Direct from London; The Jive Aces are internationally renowned for their superior musicianship and spectacular stage show. Swingtime features energetic renditions of fresh arrangements of swing/jive/R&B classics by such greats as Louis Prima, Cab Calloway, Bobby Darin, Louis Armstrong, Dean Martin, and Sammy Davis Jr. Swing Dancers The Hollywood Hotshots join The Jive Aces on stage to maximize the mayhem.
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