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Word from the CVBs Texas’ Rich History May 13-15, 2005 is the time when the Texas Frontier Forts Muster comes to the Historic Stockyards for the 5th year. This event started as a way to remind our own community that it started as a fort many years ago. The original fort only lasted a short time (1849-1853) and was replaced by the series of courthouses and the first businesses in the city. It also began as a way of introducing local people to the many historic forts of Texas which exist across the State and are important sites to visit. Some of these forts are not far from Fort Worth. In addition, the Forts Muster honors our Native American heritage. The forts came into existence to provide protection for settlers and maintain as much peace as possible with the Indians that dominated all of Texas until the Europeans came to this land. Settlement of this region of Texas came at a great price and saw much bloodshed. This part of our history is not understood nearly as much as it should be. During that time, the large region was referred to as the Northwest Frontier of Texas, and there were numerous battles and fights with Indians. This was their land and they did not want to see their land and lifestyle change. The Muster events will take place all day Friday and Saturday, May 13 and 14, and will include major demonstrations by reenactment solders with their cannons, rifles and horses. On Sunday a very special event will take place called the Ceremony of 8,000 Sacred Drums. Natives from the Americas will have a day-long event celebrating their traditions dating back many centuries. Do not miss coming to this year’s Frontier Muster and learn about the rich and complex history of the State of Texas. FUN CENTRAL™ Arlington, TX Jackie Robinson broke the color line in baseball when he joined the 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers. Yet until recently, even avid fans of baseball knew little about the Negro Leagues, a rich culture proceeding the Robinson era by more than a half-century. The National Pastime in Black and White: The Negro Baseball Leagues, 1867–1955, presented by the Star-Telegram through May 25, at Legends of the Game Baseball Museum, tells the story of the Negro Leagues during segregation. The exhibition’s 60 photographs and selection of rare artifacts acquaint visitors with great athletes who didn’t wait for the door to “organized” baseball to open; they formed their own teams and leagues and played the game with as much enthusiasm as their white counterparts. The Negro Leagues provided a venue for black ballplayers (and heroes for black fans) prior to the desegregation of major league baseball, and preceded all the major civil rights landmarks of the 1950s and 1960s. This and other social aspects of the Negro leagues are examined, such as the roles of teams and players in communities, and the importance of black newspapers. Arlington’s Legends of the Game Museum offers a speaker series and educational programs along with this exhibition. The Museum is open Monday-Saturday 9 a.m-4 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.-4 p.m., and during most Rangers home games. Admission includes a tour of Ameriquest Field-General Admission $10, Seniors 62+ $8, and youths 4-18, $6. Call 817-273-5600 for more information. Grand Prairie, Right in the Middle of Dallas/Fort Worth What better place to be than in Grand Prairie during the month of May as we celebrate National Tourism Month with a whole lot of fun for the entire family. Whether you prefer the great outdoors or the comfort of air conditioning, you can always find something to do in Grand Prairie. New to the City is The Winery in Grand Prairie. The Winery is a custom winery featuring grapes sourced from all corners of the world. Enjoy the unique international experience and participate in the fine art of custom winemaking by producing your own, individually hand-crafted wine. For information contact Thoroughbred horses are running at Lone Star Park Wednesdays through Sundays. May is a big month with Kentucky Derby Day, May 7; Walmac Lone Star Derby Day, May 14; Preakness Stakes Day, May 21; and Memorial Day/Lone Star Million, May 30. Friday evenings enjoy “Party at the Park” in the Courtyard of Champions. There’s always something to do at Traders Village, and May is no exception. Great shopping and crowd pleasing events are offered throughout the month. May 7 is Dia del Nino. May 14-15 is the 9th Cajun Festival with all the crawfish you can eat. May 21 is Family Fun Day. And elsewhere in Grand Prairie, Andre Rieu, stars at NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie on May 1. Kelly Clarkson is featured on May 10. Louis Tussaud’s Palace of Wax displays over 220 lifelike figures. You can encounter eye-popping galleries and watch videos of the unusual in the Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Theatre. Log on to www.gptexas.com or call 972-263-9588 for more information. May is “Blooming” in Granbury The month of May is a great time to visit Granbury. Not only are the wildflowers in full bloom, but so are events. Art lovers, garden connoisseurs, history buffs and motorized vehicle nuts will be able to pick the event that “suits their fancy.” For those who love gardening and the kaleidoscope of colors nature offers, the Hood County Master Gardeners will present “A Garden Palette” Saturday & Sunday, May 14 & 15. Attendees can take a leisurely stroll through four amazing gardens on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Local artists will also be on hand in each of the gardens painting the colors of spring. Master Gardeners will offer demonstrations as well. General admission tickets are $8 and children 5 and under get in free. Art lovers will delight in this year’s Art Walk 2005 Friday, Saturday & Sunday, May 20, 21 & 22. Contemporary, traditional, abstract, impressionism, sculpture, glass & mixed media… the list of art is as long as the list of local area and regional artists that will be exhibiting works in over twenty venues throughout the Lake Granbury area. Many of the artists will be demonstrating throughout the weekend and be on-hand to meet visitors. Official hours for Art Walk are Friday 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday noon to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Texas history can be experienced firsthand on Sundays for the whole month of May. Preserve Granbury, Inc. presents “A Month of Sundays” commemorating National Historic Preservation Month in Granbury. Visitors can stroll through an old cemetery where re-enactors portray important characters from Granbury’s past, including General Hiriam B. Granbury and the legendary outlaw Jessie James. One can relive the tale of Cynthia Ann Parker’s life among the Comanche or visit the ranch where Davie Crockett’s family settled. Sundays begin with May 1, 1 p.m.-6 p.m. – Old Fashioned Tradesmen’s Day at Tarleton’s Langdon Center, May 8, 3 p.m. – Mother’s Day Tea at Merry Heart Tearoom, May 15, 7 p.m. – “Her Eyes Were Blue” at the Granbury Opera House, May 22, 1 p.m. – Old Fashioned Dinner at Crockett’s Bounty and May 29, 3 p.m.-6 p.m. – Granbury Cemetery Stroll at the Granbury Cemetery. Admission is free. Memorial Day activities for the Cruisin’ Granbury celebration are widespread throughout Granbury and just as diverse. Featured in four locations are an airplane show, RV show, classic cars and Harley show and a new car show. Of course, no event would be complete without an “Elvis” contest and a street dance. Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 28 - 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., Sunday, May 29 – noon to 10:30 p.m. and Monday, May 30 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free. So it is clear – Granbury should be your destination for May 2005. For details on event schedule, accommodations and attractions please call the Granbury Convention & Visitors Bureau at 800-950-2212 or log on to our web site www.granburytx.com. Glen Rose’s Hummingbirds and Bluebonnets You know it is spring in Glen Rose when the hummingbirds have returned and the bluebonnets are in bloom. Both can currently be found in all of their glory as the area enjoys a colorful spring season. Hummingbird Lodge, near Glen Rose, reported their first hummingbird sighting on March 27th. The area is the summer home for the Ruby-throated and As for the bluebonnets and other wildflowers, they can be found on any road leading into or out of Glen Rose. A great place to find fields of bluebonnets and other wildflowers is at Dinosaur Valley State Park.Wildflowers can also be found on the drive to Fossil Rim Wildlife Center. While at Fossil Rim be sure and visit the Overlook Café, where hummingbird feeders and naturally, hummingbirds, can be found on the deck. Located southwest of Fort Worth, Glen Rose provides the perfect escape, and opportunities to enjoy nature are in abundance. Visitors can also enjoy the Paluxy and Brazos rivers that flow through the area, or spend a leisurely afternoon shopping on the historic downtown square. For more information on Glen Rose and area attractions, call 254-897-3081 or visit www.glenrosetexas.net. Denton Hosts a “Grrrrrrrrrrrreat” Family Event Don’t miss Denton Main Street’s 12th Annual Dog Days of Summer Celebration in downtown Denton Saturday, June 4, from 9:00-4:00. This unique festival is ALL about dogs. Dogs can have their “Glamfur Shot” taken, get their paws read by the Great Barkini who will “fore-tail” their futures, and socialize with thousands of other dogs and their people. More than 70 booths with games, contests, arts, crafts, fun festival foods, pet information and animal adoptions are available. Dogs and their people can strut their stuff in the dog parade led by Sparky the Fire Dog, or compete in the stupid pet tricks contest, a dog singing contest or the official 2006 Spokesdog Pageant. The “Heinz 57” dog show also gives Fido the chance to compete in prestigious categories such as Curliest Tail, Best Pedicure and Most Caninely Challenged. Returning this year as headliner is the world-famous Chicken Dog and her world-class juggler. Darren Peterson, the juggler, and his talented canine have been featured on David Letterman, MTV, Animal Planet and more!Admission is FREE. Dogs should keep their people on a leash at all times. For more information, visit www.dentonmainstreet.org or call the visitor hotline toll-free at 866/DENTONTX. Mini Grand Prix Returns to the Streets of Downtown Waxahachie Get your motors running for the 3rd Annual Waxahachie Lions Club Mini Grand Prix Race on Saturday, May 21, 2005 in historic downtown Waxahachie. Starting at 9 a.m., the race will wind around the streets of the famous Ellis County Courthouse square area. This year’s event will feature more cars, more things to do and more hairpin curves that will provide more racing thrills. Over 40 teams composed of employees from local businesses will race NASCAR-styled go-karts for fun and for community bragging rights, rain or shine. The race will end with a big street dance featuring entertainment by the popular Texas Country band, Cooder Graw, for a night of fun designed for the whole family. Admission to the race and the street dance is FREE to the public. For more information, contact the Waxahachie Chamber of Commerce at 972-937-2390 or visit www.waxahachiechamber.com. Current
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