37 things to do in Kerr County through June 25

As we dig into this weekly calendar, we try to quantify how many events are going on each week. However, the constant drumbeat of live music grabs our attention. Since May 1, we're seeing about 12-15 live music events or acts a week. We decided to graph it, including the main acts at the Kerrville Folk Festival and here's what it looks like:

Kerr County is undoubtedly the place to be if you want a wide range of live music.

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Here's a look at this week's list of events:

Recurring events

Tuesday-Saturday

• 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.
• Southwest Gourd Show — Kerrville Arts and Cultural Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://www.kacckerrville.com The details: See some of the finest examples of gourd-based art and uses during this unique exhibit that runs through July 9.

Monday, June 20

Public meetings

• Kerr County Commissioner's Court — Kerr County Courthouse, 9 a.m. Budget workshop.
• Ingram City Council — Ingram City Hall, 6 p.m. The City Council will consider appointing Joe Hamilton as the interim police chief.
• Kerrville Independent School District board of trustees — KISD Headquarters, 6 p.m.
• Kerrville Economic Improvement Corporation — Kerrville City Hall, 4 p.m.
• Center Point Independent School District board of trustees — Center Point ISD headquarters, 8:30 a.m.

Tuesday, June 21

Public meetings

• Ingram City Council — Ingram City Hall, 6 p.m. Regular meeting of the City Council.

Wednesday, June 22

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, June 23

‍♀️Science and Education

• Last Chance Forever Raptor Show — Cailloux Theater, 10 a.m. Information: https://kerrvilletx.gov/library The details: A program that uses science to spark the imagination and curiosity of children of all ages. Free and open to the public. It is brought to you by the Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library.
• Nature Nights — Riverside Nature Center, 6 p.m. Information: 830-257-4837. The details: Tonight's class is all about wildlife forensics.

Livestock Shows

• Texas Angora Goat Raisers Association Show and Sale — Hill Country Youth Event Center, through June 25. Information: 830-688-1391 The details: Registered white and colored Angora Goats will be for show and sale. Vendors will be present and selling all types of natural fibers.

Live Music

• Tall Paul — Southern Sky Music Cafe, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/southernskymusiccafe
• The Collectors Edition — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Bar, Ingram, 6 p.m.

Friday, June 24

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.

Science and Nature

• Plant Walk and Talk — Riverside Nature Center, 8:30 p.m. Information: 830-257-4837. The details: Kim Ort, Texas Master Naturalist, will guide you on a tour of invasive and non-native plants in the Hill Country and how to identify them.
• 101 with a Naturalist — Riverside Nature Center, 10 a.m. Information: 830-257-4837. The details: Naturalist, author, and columnist Jim Stanley and Texas Master Naturalist and native plant enthusiast John Hucksteadt will be available to meet one-on-one to answer questions, discuss various topics, or listen to ideas about nature.

Fundraiser

• Guns and Hoses Flag Football Game — Antler Stadium, 5 p.m. Information: 830-257-8181 The details: Flag football game between Kerrville Fire Dept. vs. Kerrville Police, Ingram Police, and the Kerr County Sheriff's Departments benefiting Mercy Gate Ministries.

Live music

• Tim Porter and Gary Hatch — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com
• Sean Kendrick — The Hunt Store, 7 p.m. Information: 830-238-4410
• C-Rock — Pier 27 River Lounge and Pizzeria, 8 p.m. Information: 830-896-7437
• Modal Mojo — Southern Sky Music Cafe, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/southernskymusiccafe
• Melrose — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Bar, Ingram, 6 p.m.

Theater

• Rumors — The Point Outdoor Theater, Ingram, 8:30 p.m. Information: https://www.hcaf.com The details: The show runs through June 25. At a large, tastefully-appointed Sneden's Landing townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a severe attack of Farce. Gathering for their tenth wedding anniversary, the host lies bleeding in the other room, and his wife is nowhere in sight. His lawyer, Ken, and wife, Chris, must get "the story" straight before the other guests arrive. The evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity as the confusions and miscommunications mount.

Saturday, June 25

Markets

• Heart of the Hills Farmers Market — River Hills Mall parking lot, 8 a.m. Information: 830-370-7476

Swimming

• Family Swim Night — Olympic Pool, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://www.kerrvilletx.gov The details: Celebrate summer with a family pool party. Come to the Olympic Pool for a special evening of games, food and swimming. Admission is $2 and will include a meal ticket.

Museums

• Family Free Day — Museum of Western Art, 10 a.m.

Demonstrations

• Amateur Radio Field Day — River Star Arts and Event Park, noon: Information: https://arrl.org/field-day The details: ARRL Field Day on the fourth full weekend of June every year is the opportunity for thousands of amateur radio enthusiasts throughout the U.S and Canada to set up temporary communications stations and make contact with like-minded people. Licensed radio operators (often called "Hams") spend weekends practicing community outreach, emergency preparedness, and technical skills. It's radio heaven.

Golf

• The Golf Fellowship Tournament — Riverhill Country Club, 1:30 p.m. Information: https://www.thegolffellowship.com

Theater

• Rumors — The Point Outdoor Theater, Ingram, 8:30 p.m. Information: https://www.hcaf.com The details: The show runs through June 25. At a large, tastefully-appointed Sneden's Landing townhouse, the Deputy Mayor of New York has just shot himself. Though only a flesh wound, four couples are about to experience a severe attack of Farce. Gathering for their tenth wedding anniversary, the host lies bleeding in the other room, and his wife is nowhere in sight. His lawyer, Ken, and wife, Chris, must get "the story" straight before the other guests arrive. The evening spins off into classic farcical hilarity as the confusions and miscommunications mount.

Live Music

• Sister Golden Hair — Cailloux Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://ci.ovationtix.com/35642/production/1114872 The details: Inspired by a shared love of the golden age of modern songwriting, an affinity for classic LPs, and a passion for harmony, front-women Barbara Nesbitt, Wendy Colonna, and Emily Shirley are committed to creating an experience that brings audiences all the good feels of these classics, soundtrack songs. You'll enjoy unique arrangements of hits by The Eagles, CCR, Linda Ronstadt, Orleans, America, Peter Paul and Mary, James Taylor, Elvis Presley, Fleetwood Mac, The Beatles, Kansas, Bob Dylan, Cat Stevens, The Rolling Stones, and many more!
• Mark2 — Joanne Marie and Me Wine Bar, Ingram, 6 p.m.
• Kevin McCormick — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com
• V3RTIGO — Pier 27 River Lounge and Pizzeria, 8 p.m. Information: 830-896-7437
• No Other Band — The Hunt Store, 7 p.m. Information: 830-238-4410
• Billie Jo — Crider's Rodeo and Dancehall, 9 p.m. Information: https://cridersrandd.com/band-lineup