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The Russell Collection will host a special appearance and art show by the popular artist prodigy Alexandra Nechita at their downtown Austin gallery in January 2010. Nechita, now 24, began drawing at the age of two and by seven was painting with oils and acrylics. Her first exhibit was a one-woman (child) show when she was eight years old.

The Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country in Canyon Lake would like to invite you, or someone you know, to become an active member.  If you are looking for a unique holiday gift, consider giving a Museum membership.

With his outgoing personality and penchant for storytelling—not to mention that Australian accent—it’s easy to envision chef James Saftich hosting his own cooking show. However, the San Antonio-based private chef prefers to keep a low profile or, as he puts it, to “fly under the radar.” That’s understandable, given the nature of his work, where the emphasis is on private.

Want to pair wine and food like the pros? With nearly 200 wineries throughout the state, there's a vintage for very occasion. Here's what wine professionals across Texas recommend for your holiday gathering.

The Gristmill River Restaurant and the legendary Gruene Hall were once again the set for national television, when MTV's reality show "True Life" came to Historic Gruene to shoot for their upcoming episode "True Life: Relocating for Love".  Gruene was chosen to portray the rustic charm of Texas as juxtaposed against the Miami city scene.  This episode tells the story of local New B

On Saturday October 17, 2009 at 7 p.m. the Wittliff Collections will be celebrating their grand reopening. The major event of the season celebrates the newly expanded Wittliff Collections with a reception and program highlighting their fall literary and photographic exhibitions.

Native Texan and cowboy-turned-chef Grady Spears will debut his new book, Cooking the Cowboy Way: Recipes Inspired by Campfires, Chuck Wagons, and Ranch Kitchens at the Burlap Horse in Boerne, Texas on Saturday, October 24, 2009 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Messina Hof Winery and Resort, the fastest growing, award-winning winery and resort in Texas, recently won the acclaimed People's Choice Award at the 23rd Annual GrapeFest, September 17-20, 2009 in Grapevine, Texas. The Buick People's Choice Wine Tasting Classic is the largest consumer judged wine competition in the United States.

Spectacular stadium, record crowd, unbelievable video board, deafening noise, a sea of silver and blue, and none of it could change the disgust Jerry Jones felt after the Cowboys home-opener loss to the Giants, which dropped the Cowboys to 1-1 and moving the Giants to 2-0 to start the season.

Intricate and fantastic design features have revolutionized the building of sports stadiums all around the world in the 21st century. Extravagant stadiums like the “Bird’s Nest” in Beijing, whose basket-weaved exterior became iconic during the 2008 summer Olympics, or London’s Wembley Stadium “home of soccer in England,” which displays a dramatic 133 meters tall structural-support arch visible from over 13 miles away.

Lakota Sioux artist, Dennis Eagle Horse of Bandera, Texas (featured in Diane Comer’s artist profile at http://countrylifestyle.net/node/385) and his wife, Diane, are part of a proud Lakota Sioux tradition that they have passed on to their three sons. 20-year old twins, Tacha and TaTanka, and their 15-year old brother, Sunkmanitu, are carrying on their Native traditions, particularly through dance.

This one-of-a-kind attraction is a must-see.  The Dalmatian-spotted fire hydrant welcomes visitors into Beaumont’s downtown cultural and historic district.  

Fashion’s Night Out in San Antonio

FOUR SEASONS RESORT AND CLUB HOSTS 25TH ANNUAL COOL RUN
To Reach $2 Million in Total Giving to Baylor Irving Cancer Center

What: 17th Annual Texas Clay Festival

Where: On the grounds of Buck Pottery in
Gruene Historic District - New Braunfels, Texas

When: 10 am - 6 pm Saturday and 10 am - 5 pm Sunday - October 24-25, 2009
 

When the San Antonio Time Dollar Community Connections’ tool shed was destroyed, and all of their equipment was stolen in 2007, the gardening and beautification efforts at El Jardin de La Esperanza Community Garden seemed in doubt.

Join Valero and cycling enthusiasts in the Hill Country for a weekend-long roundtrip ride from the Alamo to Schlitterbahn and back this October!

Fiesta® San Antonio takes place every April to honor the memory of the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto. More than three million people take part in Fiesta. They can choose from 108 events that contain something to please every age range, pocketbook and taste.

Some 100 local nonprofit groups, members of the Fiesta San Antonio Commission, stage most of the events, with the help of some 75,000 volunteers. Local military organizations also take part, producing their own activities and supporting many others.

It’s a really big party, with an economic impact of $284 million for the city of San Antonio.

Fiesta events include three major parades—two along Broadway and past the Alamo, and one on the San Antonio River, where the floats really do float.

Boerne, TX – The recent Drive One 4 UR School fundraiser sponsored by Ford and Jennings Anderson Ford on March 7, 2009 raised $1,680 for Boerne-Champion High School Project Graduation. Ford donated $20 for each person who drove one of the vehicles in its current lineup. In total, 84 members of the community participated in the unique event.
 
“We were thrilled with the turnout from the community and glad we could give the donation,” said Scott Wilson, Dealer at Jennings Anderson Ford. “We know that the funds will be put to good use, and we are excited over the buzz at the event surrounding our vehicles - especially the F-150.”
 

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(Note: There is substantial wind noise in portions of this video.) 

We're pleased to welcome three new bloggers to our site! They're some of the freshest, finest voices in the state on the topics of food, eco-living and gardening. Expect to read posts from each of them at least a couple of times each month.

After an 18-month renovation of UT Austin's Bass Concert Hall, the Performing Arts Center will reopen the facility with a fantastic two-week celebration beginning January 23. Kicking things off in high style will be Grammy-Award winning performer John Legend on the first night.

Jesus Christ Superstar is coming to The Majestic in San Antonio on Friday, Jan. 16, 2009, for five performances.  Tickets go on sale Friday, Nov. 14 at the Majestic Theatre Box Office and all Ticketmaster locations and by charge-by-phone at 210-224-9600.

Just when you thought Europe was one of the top-10 places to retreat this summer-think again. According to the New York Times, the number one vacation getaway is the Texas Hill Country.