61 things to do this week in Kerr County, Nov. 20-26, 2023

Maia’s top 5

Tuesday

Library events

• Talking Texas Book Club — Kerr Regional History Center, 12 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/11 The details: The club will discuss “Things You Would Know if You Grew Up Around Here” by Nancy Wayson Dinan.

Friday

Art opening

• Matt Tumlinson : Limestone Muse — Center Point Art, 6 p.m. Information: https://centerpoint-art.com/

Live music

• Corey Weaver — La Escondida 1962, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534432459

Saturday

Live music

• Landon Lloyd Miller — Central Provisions, 7 p.m. Information: https://centralprovisionstx.com/ The details: Album release party!
• Jake Martin — Trailhead Beer Garden, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://trailheadbeergarden.com/

Recurring events

Note most will be closed on Thursday for Thanksgiving.

Monday-Saturday

Science and nature

• Fossils — Riverside Nature Center, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Information: http://www.riversidenaturecenter.org/ The details: Come explore the fossilized history of Texas and the Hill Country.

The arts

• ArtMart — Hill Country Arts Foundation, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: http://www.hcaf.com/ The details: HCAF’s Annual Christmas Showcase: handcrafted works from hill country artists. Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  

Tuesday-Thursday

History

• Kerrville 101 — Kerr Regional History Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://www.kerrvilletx.gov/1158/Kerr-Regional-History-Center The details: A standing exhibit that provides an introduction to local history and stories. 
• Images of Valor: US Latinos and Latinas of WWII— Kerr Regional History Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Through Nov. 30. Information: https://www.kerrvilletx.gov/1158/Kerr-Regional-History-Center The details: This exhibit features historical photos and stories from the Voces Oral History Center archives and contemporary photos of men and women of the WWII generation by photojournalist Valentino Mauricio. 

Tuesday-Saturday

The arts

• Texas Furniture Makers Show — Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through Dec. 15. Information: http://www.kacckerrville.com The details: 24th Annual Texas Furniture Makers Show: An annual statewide competition of the finest custom furniture makers in Texas.  
• 100 Years of Schreiner Treasures — Museum of Western Art, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through Dec. 16. Information: http://www.museumofwesternart.com The details: The MoWA is partnering with Schreiner University to host an exhibition of university treasures from the past 100 years. 

Monday, Nov. 20, 2023

History

• Kerr County Historical Commission Meeting — Union Church Building, 12 p.m. Information: https://www.co.kerr.tx.us/historical/historical_index.html The details: Gary Noller will present a program on the VA Today. The meeting is open to the public and visitors are welcome. For more information email vicechair.kchc@gmail.com.

Library events

• Lap-Sit Story Time — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10 a.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/11 The details: A story time program for ages 3 and under with songs, rhymes, and playtime. 
• Tween & Teen Crochet Club — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 4 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/11 no

Wellness

• Veterans Yoga — Kerrville Elks Lodge, 5:30 p.m. Information: http://ricksyogatherapy.com/ The details: Join Rick Trzcinski of the Veterans Yoga Project every Monday for a session. The class is free for veterans.

Games

• Bingo — American Legion Post 208, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://www.americanlegionpost208.com/ The details: Sales start at 5:30 p.m. Smoking and non-smoking rooms. The Dauber Cafe is open during games, no outside food or drinks.

Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023

Food-raiser

• Pet Food Drive — Dietert Center, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://www.dietertcenter.org/ The details: The center is hosting a “Stuff the Subaru Pet Food Drive” to provide for pets for homebound seniors in need. For further details, visit their website here. 

Library events

• Talking Texas Book Club — Kerr Regional History Center, 12 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/11 The details: The club will discuss “Things You Would Know if You Grew Up Around Here” by Nancy Wayson Dinan.
• Food for the Soul — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 4:30 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/11 The details: An interactive seminar and cooking demonstration. 

Science and nature

• TOWN Meeting — Riverside Nature Center, 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Information: www.riversidenaturecenter.org/ The details: TOWN (Texas Outdoors Woman Network) enables outdoor-oriented women to meet and build friendships with women who have similar interests. The mission is to provide all women the opportunity to learn and experience outdoor activities in natural surroundings through a supportive environment. Join us for a lively discussion on a new outdoor activity each month. For more info visit https://www.facebook.com/groups/1988237591344986/about 

Games

• Bingo — American Legion Post 208, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://www.americanlegionpost208.com/ The details: Sales start at 5:30 p.m. Smoking and non-smoking rooms. The Dauber Cafe is open during games, no outside food or drinks. 
• Lotería — La Escondida 1962, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534432459

Live music

• Jam Night — Gravity Check Saloon, 7 p.m. Information: http://www.gravitychecksaloonandarena.com 

Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2023

Library events

• History Storytime — Kerr Regional History Center, 10 a.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/11
• Friends of the Library Book Sale — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Information: https://www.kerrvilletx.gov/349/FOTL-Book-Sale The details: The Friends have a wide selection of gently used books, movies, and audiobooks to choose from. Proceeds from the sale support the Summer Reading Program, Large Print collection, and Audiobook collection. 

Food truck 411

• Shim’s Be Blessed — Trailhead Beer Garden, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/beblessedcateringandfoodtrailer

Music

• Guitar Class with Susan Herndon — Central Provisions, 5 p.m. Information: https://centralprovisionstx.com/ The details: Free event and all levels welcome.

TG events

• Friendsgiving — Down on the Loop, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/downontheloop

Thursday, Nov. 23, 2023

Spots open on TG

Kerrville Kroc Center  — Free Thanksgiving Meal, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. 

Cracker Barrel  — Open regular hours.

IHOP — Open regular hours.

The Boat Oyster Bar & Grill — Open regular hours. (830) 896-3354

Zanzenberg Tavern — Thanksgiving Dinner Buffet, 5:30 p.m. Reservations recommended. 

Branding Iron at YO, MoRanch, Pinnacle Grill, Rail’s, and The Inn Cafe reservations are all booked/sold out as of 11/16/23.

Friday, Nov. 24, 2023

Science and nature

• One-on-One with a Naturalist — Riverside Nature Center, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Information: http://www.riversidenaturecenter.org/ The details: A Certified Texas Master Naturalist will be available to answer questions, discuss various topics, or listen to ideas about how to advance the stewardship and conservation of our environment. 

Games

• Fourth Friday Lunch and Bingo — Dietert Center, 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m. Information: https://www.dietertcenter.org/ The details: At the center’s Friendship Cafe. Lunch is at 11:30, by donation for age 60+ and $8 for under 60. Bingo starts at 1 p.m. and is free. 
• Bingo — American Legion Post 208, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://www.americanlegionpost208.com/ The details: Sales start at 5:30 p.m. Smoking and non-smoking rooms. The Dauber Cafe is open during games, no outside food or drinks.

Food truck 411

• Shim’s Be Blessed — Trailhead Beer Garden, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/beblessedcateringandfoodtrailer

Art opening

• Matt Tumlinson : Limestone Muse — Center Point Art, 6 p.m. Information: https://centerpoint-art.com/ 

Crafts class

• Pick Your Own Piece Paint & Sip — The Color of Clay, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Information: https://thecolorofclay.com/

Live music

• Jeremy Parsons — Pint & Plow Brewing Co, 6 p.m. Information: https://pintandplow.com/
• Tim Porter & Gary Hatch — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com/
• Two Tons of Steel — Singing Water Vineyards, 6 p.m. Information: https://singingwater.com/ 
• Open Mic — Central Provisions, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://centralprovisionstx.com/
• The Unknowns — Elm Waterhole Saloon at the YO, 7 p.m. Information: http://www.yoranchhotel.com/
• Corey Weaver — La Escondida 1962, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534432459
• The Flashbacks — Gravity Check Saloon, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.gravitychecksaloonandarena.com 

Saturday, Nov. 25, 2023

Markets

• Buckhorn Craft Show — Buckhorn Lake RV Resort, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100060388285374 The details: In the Red Barn. Free admission. 
• Farmers Market — River Hills Mall Parking Lot, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Information: https://www.heartofthehillsfarmersmarket.com/

The arts

• Family Free Day — Museum of Western Art, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: http://www.museumofwesternart.com/ The details: Free admission to Kerr County Residents on the last Saturday of the month. Bonus craft fun: at 10 a.m. and at 1 p.m. join us for woodburning and painting personal signs. 

Library events

• Adult Yoga: Stretch & Relax — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/11 The details: Offered by Humbling Bloom.

Food truck 411

• Shim’s Be Blessed — Trailhead Beer Garden, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/beblessedcateringandfoodtrailer

Live music

• Colleen Michelle Miller — Singing Water Vineyards, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Information: https://singingwater.com/
• James the Less — Singing Water Vineyards, 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Information: https://singingwater.com/
• Bill Mahko — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com/
• Landon Lloyd Miller — Central Provisions, 7 p.m. Information: https://centralprovisionstx.com/ The details: Album release party!
• Marca Sinaloense — La Escondida 1962, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534432459
• Bobby Dunn & Texas Whiskey Band — Gravity Check Saloon, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.gravitychecksaloonandarena.com 
• Jake Martin — Trailhead Beer Garden, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://trailheadbeergarden.com/
• Collectors Edition — Inn of the Hills Pub, 8 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/innpub/

Performing arts

• A Christmas Carol — Hill Country Arts Foundation, 7:30 p.m. Information: http://www.hcaf.com/ The details: Indoor theater. The classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, adapted by Sarah Derousseau. Tickets can be purchased here. 

Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023

Foodie event

• Sunday Brunch — Zanzenberg Tavern, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/zanzenbergtavern The details: Reservations recommended.
• Sushi Sunday — Singing Water Vineyards, 5:30 p.m. Information: https://singingwater.com/ The details: $50 per person, see website events page for more info and to reserve your spot.

Food truck 411

• Shim’s Be Blessed — Trailhead Beer Garden, 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/beblessedcateringandfoodtrailer

Games

• Bingo — American Legion Post 208, 1:30 p.m. Information: https://www.americanlegionpost208.com/ The details: Sales start at 12:30 p.m. Smoking and non-smoking rooms. The Dauber Cafe is open during games, no outside food or drinks. 

Live music

• Doc Williams— Gravity Check Saloon, 1 p.m. Information: https://www.gravitychecksaloonandarena.com
• Nico & Jacob — Bending Branch Winery, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Information: https://www.bendingbranchwinery.com/
• John Arthur Martinez — Singing Water Vineyards, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Information: https://singingwater.com/ 
• Matthew James Butler — La Escondida 1962, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534432459

Performing arts

• A Christmas Carol — Hill Country Arts Foundation, 2:30 p.m. Information: http://www.hcaf.com/ The details: Indoor theater. The classic tale of Ebenezer Scrooge, adapted by Sarah Derousseau. Tickets can be purchased here. 
• Celtic Angel Christmas — Cailloux Theater, 3 p.m. Information: https://caillouxperformingarts.com/