All posts tagged "texas hill country"
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Texas Clay Fest Celebrates Its 25th Birthday in Gruene
The Texas Clay Fest takes place the 4th weekend in October in Gruene, Texas. Pottery makers will be...
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Fritos Corn Chips History: How a Texan Changed Snack Food Forever
Fritos corn chips took over the nation from their humble beginnings as street food. Thank a Texan for...
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Texas Limestone Hides Fossils of Sea Creatures in the Hill Country
There were sea creatures in the Hill Country?! Yes, millions of years ago, and the story of how...
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Ferdinand Lindheimer: The ‘Father of Texas Botany’
Ferdinand Lindheimer immigrated to Texas, where he made a lasting impression on the state and on history, becoming...
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Texas Earthquakes: Tremors in the Past, Present, and Future
Though you may not think of Texas earthquakes as something to worry about, they have occurred in the...
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An Offbeat Attraction: Toilet Seat Art Museum in San Antonio
See the artistry at Barney Smith's Toilet Seat Art Museum before it's sold. Yes, this popular, offbeat attraction...
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Texas Pink Granite: Its Formation and Use in the State Capitol
Texas pink granite has a storied past, from its origins to its use in the state capitol, but...
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Hangin’ Around Bracken Texas at the Hangin’ Tree Saloon
Big John’s Hangin’ Tree Saloon was built in 1915 as a two-lane, nine-pin bowling alley. It was turned...
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Southern Slang [QUIZ]
Do you think you can speak southern? Well, bless your heart!
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Texas Olive Growers and Orchards You Can Visit in the Hill Country
Texas olive growers proliferate around the Texas Hill Country. Discover which ones allow visitors and when you should...
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Legionnaires’ Disease Causes Shutdown of Round Rock Hotel
An outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease at a Round Rock hotel has caused the business to close. The disease...
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Cookie Recipes to Pin for National Cookie Month This October
October is National Cookie Month. Keep these cookie recipes on hand to make throughout the month to satisfy...
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Texas Railroad Lovers’ Road Trip Through the Hill Country
If you consider yourself a Texas railroad buff, you need to take this road trip through the Hill...
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Get Your Spook-On at the Bud Light Haunted River
Visit the Bud Light Haunted River Halloween event on San Antonio's scenic River Walk on Friday, October 27....
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3 Fantastic Fall Foliage Viewing Trips in the Texas Hill Country
The Hill Country has some epic autumn colors you can see, which won’t require you to take two...
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Check Out These Great Czech Restaurants in Texas
Czech restaurants attest to the rich heritage brought to Texas by Czech immigrants. These restaurants serve kolaches and...
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Czech Culture and Its Influence in Texas
Czech immigrants came to the central and eastern parts of Texas in the 19th century. See how the...
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Garlicky Oil Dip: Best for Baguettes and Visits With Friends
This delicious morsel of an appetizer can be made with great, fresh local ingredients, right out of the...
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Get Creative: 3 Kid-Friendly Fall Crafts For the Next Rainy Day
Days spent indoors often lead to bored children, but these three fall-themed crafts will provide hours of entertainment...
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FiestaJAM on Lake Marble Falls Set for October 20-22
FiestaJAM on Lake Marble Falls is set to wow crowds again from October 20-22. Featuring fantastic music and...
