83 things to do in Kerr County, Oct. 16-22, 2023

Maia’s Top Picks for the Week

Maia Walther is The Lead’s events coordinator, and these are what she thinks is hip and happening. 

Friday

Performing arts

• Betting on Bloodshed: Opening Night Dinner — VK Garage Theater, 6 p.m. Information: https://caillouxperformingarts.com/ The details: Purchase tickets here for opening night dinner before the performance.
• Betting on Bloodshed — VK Garage Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://caillouxperformingarts.com/ The details: An immersive mystery comedy by Will Murdock. Tickets to tonight’s show can be purchased here. 

Saturday

The Fine Arts

• Mosaics: Indoor and Outdoor — Hill Country Arts Foundation, 10 a.m. Information: http://www.hcaf.com/ The details: This is a two-day workshop for new and returning students. See website for more info and registration. 

Author event

• Book Signing: Ben H. English — Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: http://www.kacckerrville.com The details: Ben H. English is an eighth-generation Texan who grew up in west Texas. He served in the US Marine Corps, taught high school, and is a retired Texas Highway Patrol trooper. He has authored several books including “Black and White: Tales of the Texas Highway Patrol,” “The Uvalde Raider,” and “Out There: Essays on the Lower Big Bend.” Learn more here. 

Fundraisers

• Center Point VFD Annual Fish Fry — CPVFD Station, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/Cpvfd The details: Plates are by donation, raffle tickets are $20 each.

Sunday

Live music

• Charlie Marks Band — Trailhead Beer Garden, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://trailheadbeergarden.com/ 

Recurring events

Monday-Saturday

Science and nature

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

The arts

• Under Pressure — Hill Country Arts Foundation, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.. Information: http://www.hcaf.com/ The details: A show of works from Johnson Creek Printmakers. Through November 7. 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. 

Tuesday-Saturday

The arts

• 40th Annual Roundup Exhibition and Sale — Museum of Western Art, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through October 28. Information: http://www.museumofwesternart.com The details: The exhibition and sale will present over 60 top western artists with over 100 original works.
• KACC Art Exhibits — Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., through October 21. Information: http://www.kacckerrville.com The details: Three exhibits: Art in Glass by Patrick McDaniel; Kerrville Art Club Member Show; Women with Purpose: Elaine Capers, Laura Williams, Paula Lay, Nancy Huffman, Janelle Lindley, and Deanna Eixman.

Monday, October 16, 2023

Library events

• Lap-Sit Story Time — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10 a.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 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. to 5 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10

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 5:30 p.m. Smoking and non-smoking rooms. The Dauber Cafe is open during games, no outside food or drinks. 

Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Outreach groups

• Mental Health First Aid for Older Adults — Doyle Community Center, 9 a.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/DoyleCommunityKerrville The details: October 17 & 18. Presented by the Mental Health First Aid USA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing. Learn tools to provide support for seniors. The class is free. Please register here. 
• Silver Drivers Safe Texans Program — Dietert Center, 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Information: https://www.dietertcenter.org/ The details: Presented by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. Free to attend.
• Voter 101: What’s New? — Dietert Center, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Information: https://www.dietertcenter.org/ The details: Presented by the League of Women Voters. Free to attend. 

Library events

• Food for the Soul — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 4:30 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 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

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

Live music

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

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Library events

• Yoga Story Time with Humbling Bloom — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10 a.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 The details: Story time followed by gentle yoga stretches. For ages 3 and up. 
• NPSOT Book Club — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 The details: The Native Plant Society of Texas Book Club selection is “Where the Wild Things Were” by Will Stolzenburg. 
• 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. 
• Movie Chat — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 3:30 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 The details: This month’s movie selection is “Get Out.”

Outreach groups

• Dementia Caregiver Support Group — Dietert Center, 12:30 p.m. Information: https://www.dietertcenter.org/ The details: Presented by the Alamo Area Council of Governments will explain resources and help available for caregivers. Free to attend. 

Genealogy meeting

• Putting the Pieces Together – Publishing Your Family’s History — Kerrville Genealogical Society, 2 p.m. Information: https://kerrvillegenealogy.wordpress.com/ The details: Janet Dugart will present how to get your genealogical research published. The event is free and open to the public. 

Games

• Commander Nights — Heart of the Cards, 3 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/heartofthecardsktx/ 

Performing arts

• Music Students Recital Series #2 — Schreiner University Junkin Recital Hall, 3:30 p.m. Information: https://schreiner.edu/about/schreiner-university-event-calendar/ 

Networking event

• East Kerr Biznet Mixer — Central Provisions, 4:30 p.m. Information: https://centralprovisionstx.com/

Thursday, October 19, 2023

Science and nature

• Sprouts — Riverside Nature Center, 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Information: http://www.riversidenaturecenter.org/ The details: You and your preschooler will be introduced to the wonders of nature through story and observation. 

Library events

• Shrouded in Mystery Book Club — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 The details: The group will discuss “The Other Side of Night” by Adam Hamdy.
• Author Talk: Dr. Kate Russo — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 The details: Join us for a reading and signing of “Being in the Shadow: Stories of the First-Time Total Eclipse Experience.”

Games

• Board Game Night — Heart of the Cards, 5 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/heartofthecardsktx/ 
• T4: Third Thirsty Thursday Trivia — The Arcadia Live Theater, 6:30 p.m. Information: http://www.thearcadialive.org/ The details: Free entry, full bar open, prizes. Team of up to 6 people, fun team name required. You can have Pint & Plow pizza plus two appetizers waiting for your team when you arrive. Place your order when you RSVP. Only one member from each team needs to RSVP. 

Art workshops

• Immerse Yourself in Watercolor — Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 5:30 p.m. Information: https://kacckerrville.com/ The details: This four week workshop will be on October 19 & 26 and November 2 & 9. Novice to intermediate level. For more info and to register, click here. 
• Holiday Gnomes – Adult Edition — Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 5:30 p.m. Information: https://kacckerrville.com/ The details: This workshop will be on October 19 & 20 and is for ages 12 and up. For more info and to register, click here. 
• Cider & Succulents — The Ridge Marketplace, 5:30 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com/ The details: $45 for a succulent starter pack, a planter, and 2 glasses of cider. Call (830) 896-0430 to reserve your spot!

Outreach groups

• The Wealth of Health — Dietert Center, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.dietertcenter.org/ The details: Presented by Dr. Byron Black, Clinical Exercise Physiologist. Learn about diabetes and how to better your health. Free to attend. 

Live music

• Open Mic Night — Gravity Check Saloon, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.gravitychecksaloonandarena.com 

Friday, October 20, 2023

Celebration

• NAPA Customer Appreciation Event — NAPA Auto Part, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/KerrvilleAutomotive The details: Refreshments, lunch from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., prizes, giveaways, sales! This event is at the Kerrville location.

Library events

• Genealogy Webinar — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 The details: Registration is required for this event and closes October 20 at 11 a.m. See calendar for schedule of classes.

Awards banquet

• A Ghoul Gala — Inn of the Hills Hotel & Conference Center, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.kerrvillechamber.biz/ The details: The annual awards banquet for the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce will have cocktails and dinner, a silent auction, and a costume contest. 

Games

• Friday Night Magic — Heart of the Cards, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/heartofthecardsktx/ 
• Bingo — American Legion Post 208, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://www.americanlegionpost208.com/ The details: Sales start 5:30 p.m. Smoking and non-smoking rooms. The Dauber Cafe is open during games, no outside food or drinks. 

Live music

• Aaron Patterson — Pint & Plow Brewing Co, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Information: https://pintandplow.com/
• Dave Kemp — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com/
• Open Mic — Central Provisions, 6:30 p.m. Information: https://centralprovisionstx.com/
• The Wilder Blue — The Arcadia Live, 7 p.m. Information: http://www.thearcadialive.org/ The details: Doors open at 6 p.m., Charlie Shafter plays 7 p.m., The Wilder Blue starts 8 p.m. 
• The Flashbacks — Joanne Marie and Me, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/wineboutique1 
• Allen Love & Country Pride — Gravity Check Saloon, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.gravitychecksaloonandarena.com
• Trisha Lynn — Trailhead Beer Garden, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://trailheadbeergarden.com/ 
• Justin Gallegos — Pier 27 River Lounge, 8 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/ontheguadaluperiver
• David Kash & Friends — La Escondida 1962, 8 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534432459

Performing arts

• Betting on Bloodshed: Opening Night Dinner — VK Garage Theater, 6 p.m. Information: https://caillouxperformingarts.com/ The details: Purchase tickets here for opening night dinner before the performance.
• Betting on Bloodshed — VK Garage Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://caillouxperformingarts.com/ The details: An immersive mystery comedy by Will Murdock. Tickets to tonight’s show can be purchased here. 
• Frankenstein — Hill Country Arts Foundation, 7:30 p.m. Information: http://www.hcaf.com/ The details: Indoor theater. Adapted from Mary Shelley’s classic tale of a young doctor and his obsession with life and death and his creation. Tickets can be purchased here.

Saturday, October 21, 2023

Ag event

• Kerr County Classic Swine Show — Hill Country Youth Event Center, 7 a.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/swinecarteltx 

Sweet rides

• Classy Chassis Car Show — River Star Arts & Events Park, 8 a.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/sanantoniogeargrinders 

Markets

• Farmers Market — River Hills Mall Parking Lot, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Information: https://www.heartofthehillsfarmersmarket.com/

Arts and crafts

• Saturday Morning Kids Club — The Color of Clay, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Information: https://thecolorofclay.com/ The details: The craft this week is Pumpkin Thumbkins. $25 per session. See website for more details and registration. 
• Saturday Art Experience: Gnomes! — Kerr Arts & Cultural Center, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Information: https://kacckerrville.com/ The details: For ages 7 to 11. For more info and to register, click here. 
• Mosaics: Indoor and Outdoor — Hill Country Arts Foundation, 10 a.m. Information: http://www.hcaf.com/ The details: This is a two-day workshop for new and returning students. See website for more info and registration. 

Library events

• Author Story Time with Kenneth O’Neal — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10:30 a.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 The details: The author will read his newest book “Gumption: The Long Lost Superpower.”
• Friends of the Library Book Sale — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 10 a.m. to 4 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. 
• Get Crafty: Fall and Halloween Decorations — Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library, 2 p.m. Information: https://buttholdsworth.librarycalendar.com/events/month/2023/10 The details: This is a class for adults, class size is limited, and registration is required. 

Science and nature

• Every Drop Counts — Riverside Nature Center, 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Information: https://riversidenaturecenter.org/ The details: Talks and exhibits on the topic of water conservation and preservation. Free program.

Author event

• Book Signing: Ben H. English — Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: http://www.kacckerrville.com The details: Ben H. English is an eighth-generation Texan who grew up in west Texas. He served in the US Marine Corps, taught high school, and is a retired Texas Highway Patrol trooper. He has authored several books including “Black and White: Tales of the Texas Highway Patrol,” “The Uvalde Raider,” and “Out There: Essays on the Lower Big Bend.” Learn more here. 

Fundraisers

• Center Point VFD Annual Fish Fry — CPVFD Station, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/Cpvfd The details: Plates are by donation, raffle tickets are $20 each.
• Baubles & Beads: Ropin’ Hope — Hill Country Youth Event Center, 5 p.m. Information: https://executivewomensclub.org/events/ The details: This event raises funds for breast cancer awareness and education. Tickets start at $75 and can be purchased here. 

Parks event

• Haunted Ghoul Pool — Olympic Pool, 5 p.m. Information: https://www.kerrvilletx.gov/1748/Haunted-Ghoul-Pool The details: Family-friendly tours from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. After 7 p.m., parental guidance is suggested as the haunted attractions will come to life. Tickets are $5, cash and check only. 

Live music

• Battle of the Bands — The Ridge Marketplace, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com/
• Andy Garcia — Singing Water Vineyards, 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Information: https://singingwater.com/
• John Moore — Singing Water Vineyards, 3:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. Information: https://singingwater.com/
• Music at the Mansion — Schreiner University Junkin Recital Hall, 3:30 p.m. Information: https://www.kerrvillefolkfestival.org/music-at-the-mansion The details: Rj Cowdery and Spencer LaJoye will play this afternoon. This is a membership event, non-members may attend for a fee, subject to availability. For more information follow the link or email Cierra Green at cgreen@schreiner.edu
• Modal Mojo — Cafe at the Ridge, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.shopsattheridge.com/
• Luis Hayze Band — Gravity Check Saloon, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.gravitychecksaloonandarena.com
• Uncle Brent and the NoStone — Trailhead Beer Garden, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://trailheadbeergarden.com/ 
• Rock Castle — Pier 27 River Lounge, 8 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/ontheguadaluperiver
• T Kaye & Sweetfire — Inn of the Hills Pub, 8 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/innpub/

Games

• Cardfight!! Vanguard — Heart of the Cards, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/heartofthecardsktx/  

Performing arts

• Betting on Bloodshed — VK Garage Theater, 7:30 p.m. Information: https://caillouxperformingarts.com/ The details: An immersive mystery comedy by Will Murdock. The show starts at 7:30 p.m. There is a “dinner and show” option on Fridays and Saturdays, dinner served at 6 p.m. For tickets and more info, click here. 
• Frankenstein — Hill Country Arts Foundation, 7:30 p.m. Information: http://www.hcaf.com/ The details: Indoor theater. Adapted from Mary Shelley’s classic tale of a young doctor and his obsession with life and death and his creation. Tickets can be purchased here.

Sunday, October 22, 2023

Ag event

• Kerr County Classic Goat & Lamb Show — Hill Country Youth Event Center, 6:30 a.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/swinecarteltx 

Live music

• Doc Williams — Gravity Check Saloon, 1 p.m. Information: https://www.gravitychecksaloonandarena.com
• Charlie Marks Band — Trailhead Beer Garden, 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Information: https://trailheadbeergarden.com/ 
• Danny Ray Harris & David Pendergraft — Bending Branch Winery, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Information: https://www.bendingbranchwinery.com/
• James Hearne — Singing Water Vineyards, 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Information: https://singingwater.com/ 
• Vanishing Bees — La Escondida 1962, 2 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063534432459
• In the Pocket Band — Pier 27 River Lounge, 3 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/ontheguadaluperiver

Performing arts

• Frankenstein — Hill Country Arts Foundation, 2:30 p.m. Information: http://www.hcaf.com/ The details: Indoor theater. Adapted from Mary Shelley’s classic tale of a young doctor and his obsession with life and death and his creation. Tickets can be purchased here.

Games

• Bingo — American Legion Post 208, 1:30 p.m. Information: https://www.americanlegionpost208.com/ The details: Sales start 12:30 p.m. Smoking and non-smoking rooms. The Dauber Cafe is open during games, no outside food or drinks. 
• Horror Movie Trivia— Off Main Brewing, 3 p.m. Information: https://www.offmainbrewing.com/
• Yu-Gi-Oh! Tournament — Heart of the Cards, 3 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/heartofthecardsktx/ 
• Dungeons & Dragons Adventurer’s League — Heart of the Cards, 6 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/heartofthecardsktx/ 
• One Piece Card Game Tournament — Heart of the Cards, 7 p.m. Information: https://www.facebook.com/heartofthecardsktx/