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Word from the CVBs Get Back to Fort Worth’s Western Roots Put on your boots and get back to your Western roots in Fort Worth. Join us for the National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame Induction Weekend August 30-September 2. From bucking broncos to blues legends, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Check out the exciting weekend line up: Thursday, August 30: 2007 Hall of Fame Induction reception, silent auction and dinner starts at 6 p.m. at the Fort Worth Club. One of this year’s Hall of Fame inductees is Red Steagall, a renowned Western entertainer, songwriter, recording artist and television personality. Friday, August 31: Legends of the Blues Concert at Billy Bob’s Texas. Starting at 8 p.m., the concert features the dynamic music of The Muddy Waters Band, Buddy Guy and David “Honeyboy” Edwards. Tickets are available through Billy Bob’s Texas at 817-624-7117. Saturday, September 1: 12th Annual Cowboys of Color Rodeo at Will Rogers Coliseum. Start with the parade at 1 p.m. and stick around for the rodeo that begins at 7 p.m., and enjoy the pre-rodeo events that will begin after the parade. There will be Buffalo Soldiers, face painting, music, vendors and family fun. Sunday, September 2: Mounted Shooting Patrol Exhibition from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The National Cowboys of Color Museum was founded to acknowledge the contributions of Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, European Americans, and African Americans in the settlement of the Western American Frontier. For event information, contact the National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of fame at 817-922-9999 or visit www.cowboysofcolor.org. For information about other Fort Worth happenings, log on to www.fortworth.com, call 1-800-433-5747, or stop by one of our Visitor Information Centers. Summer in Fun Central Arlington, Texas
Now that the rain, rain has gone away, splash around the fun-filled sites in FUN Central Arlington, Texas! with more to offer in water thrill rides than anyone else does. Six Flags Hurricane Harbor will give you all the fun in the sun you can handle. Float your cares away on the Lazy River, or get your thrill on while you tame the Tornado! There is something for the whole family at this Bigger, Better, and Wetter water park. The little ones won’t be left out when they get hooked to the fun at Hook’s Lagoon. They can climb net ladders, zoom down slides, and blast water cannons. But watch out, a 1,000-gallon bucket is waiting to drench one and all! For thrill seekers, try Geronimo. This ride starts gently on a horizontal slide, but then-Geronimo!-you drop into a free-fall experience, almost straight down six stories! To enjoy Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in your own private shady spot, rent one of the 12 shaded Cabanas available daily. Each Cabana includes a table and chairs, private food service, and various other amenities. 2007 Daily Tickets: General admission: $31.99; online: $25.99. Junior Admission Under 48" $24.99. 2 & Under FREE. Don’t miss special discounts when you bring a Coke can Monday- Friday, get $10 off general admission. On Saturday and Sunday, bring in a Sprite can for $10 off general admission. Season Pass holders can bring a friend for $9.99!! For more info call guest relations at 817-640-8900 or visit www.sixflags.com. 21st Annual GrapeFest!
GrapeFest, A Celebration of Texas Wines returns for its 21st edition September 13, 14, 15 & 16, 2007. Join wine novices and connoisseurs to sample award winning Texas wines and enjoy great food, beverages and live music at this annual event offering four full days of fun. The People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic is a festival highlight, which includes the largest consumer-judged wine competition in the nation featuring some of Texas’ best wines. Now the fifth largest wine-producing state in the USA, Texas is home to several national and international award-winning wines. The International Wine Garden will feature wines from around the world to be enjoyed with live music on stages located throughout historic Main Street. Don’t miss the Vintners’ Auction, a live and silent auction. Experience the culinary and cooking area featuring gourmet cuisine. The tennis action never stops throughout the weekend at the USTA-sanctioned GrapeFest Tennis Classic. Enjoy the Texas Wine Tribute black-tie gala, featuring gourmet food and wine pairing. The American Bus Association named GrapeFest a Top 100 Event in North America for 2007. Highlights and activities include: The People’s Choice Wine Tasting Classic, Grapevine Winery Tasting Room Tours, International Wine Garden, Champagne Terrace, Texas Wine Tribute Dinner, Grape Stomp, Vintner’s Auction Classic, Culinary Pavilion, Live Music on six stages, including recording artists Ty England and Deep Blue Something, great food, arts & crafts booths, carnival & midway games, The GrapeFest Express Railroad, GrapeFest Tennis Classic, KidZone, and much, much more! Admission to GrapeFest is FREE Thursday, Sept. 13 and until 5 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14. From that point forward, tickets are just $8 for adults and $5 for children (6-12) and seniors (62+). Children under 6 get in free. Weekend Passes are $18 and Souvenir Weekend Passes are $23. Visit GrapevineTexasUSA.com or call 817-410-3185 for more information or to purchase tickets to this “Celebration of Texas Wines”. See you at GrapeFest this September! GRAND PRAIRIE AUGUST EVENTS
August 1-31 Simulcast Racing, Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie. Simulcast racing is available seven days a week in the Post Time Pavilion, the Las Vegas-style racebook and sportsbar. Smoke-free simulcast available on Saturdays and Sundays on the second level of the Grand Stand. (Call for exact dates) Admission fee. Call 972.263.RACE. August 2 Dream Theatre with Redemption and Dream Eternity, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 3 106.1KISS FM's Party featuring Avril Lavigne with Rianna, Good Charlotte & More, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 4 Jacks Big Show with Don Henley, Pretenders and Stray Cats, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 4 Mas Talentos de Hector Valasquez, Traders Village, Grand Prairie. A day of music, fun and laughter sponsored by a local radio station. Times: 8 a.m. to Dusk. $3 parking fee. Call 972.647.2331. August 4 Robin Hood, Grand Prairie. Enjoy public performances of the Children's Summer Theatre Production. For ticket information, call 972.642.2787. August 5 Hippiefest, 2007, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 6 Scream Tour 2007 with T.I., Ciara, T-Pain & Lloyd, Big Country and Tiffany Evans, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 10 Rufus Wainwright, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 11 National Marina Day, Grand Prairie. Third Annual National Marina Day will be held at Lynn Creek Marina on Joe Pool Lake. The event features the Annual Customer Appreciation Day and a sail boat regatta, if windy. Call 817.640.4200. August 11 Rickey Smiley, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 11-12 Caribbean Music Weekend, Traders Village, Grand Prairie. Two days of magic music performed by Johnny 'O'. Enjoy the multi-layered, syncopated rhythms of the islands from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Admission is free. Open weekends 8 a.m.-Dusk. Parking fee $3. Call 972.647.2331. August 14 WBAP 820 Presents Sean Hannity Freedom Concert, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 18 Anand Bazaar, Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie. The India Association of North Texas hosts the event to celebrate India's Independence Day with food, live entertainment, shopping, games and fireworks. 5:30 p.m.-midnight. Admission fee. Call 972.234.4268 or www.iant.org. August 25 The Wiggles Live, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 25 Estrellas del Manana, Traders Village, Grand Prairie. "Stars of the Future" talent show is sponsored by a local radio station. Free Admission. Open weekends 8a.m.-Dusk. Parking fee $3. Call 972.647.2331. August 26 B. B. King with Al Green and Etta James, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. August 30 Marilyn Manson/Slayer, NOKIA Theatre at Grand Prairie. For tickets, call 214.373.8000 or 972.647.5700 or www.Ticketmaster.com. For information visit www.NOKIAtheatreDFW.com. Please note: All dates, times and events are subject to change. “Thunder Over Texas” in Granbury There will be “thunder” in Granbury, Texas on Labor Day Weekend 2007 and it’s not the kind we’ve had lately! Jerry Savelle Ministries present “Thunder Over Texas 2007,” a motorcycle rally and car show, August 31 through September 2 on the Historic Granbury Town Square. The largest Christian motorcycle rally celebrates its second year in Granbury – previous rallies were held at Texas Motor Speedway. This three-day event is packed with exciting daily rides, children’s activities, live entertainment, car & motorcycle displays and merchandise vendors on the Granbury Courthouse Square and Shanley Park. Visitors can experience the powerful ministries of Jerry Savelle and Kenneth Copeland, Power Team “Feats of Strength,” bike rodeo and a Dart run all in the charming setting that Granbury is known for. Admission for this event is free and everyone is invited – no motorcycle is needed to attend. Of course a trip to Granbury would not be complete without shopping and dining on the square, taking in a show at Granbury Live, the Granbury Opera House or Warm Country Heart Theatre, and the Granbury Riverboat offers fun cruises for the whole family as well. Book your room at any of the luxurious bed & breakfast inns or hotels today – they are filling up quickly for this popular weekend. For additional information on “Thunder Over Texas,” go to www.thunderovertexas.com or contact the Granbury Convention & Visitors Bureau at 1-800-950-2212. Fossil Rim Offers New Wildlife Experiences
With summer in full swing, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center is offering several new amenities to make the visitor experience more enjoyable. There have also been several innovations to the Fossil Rim website, such as allowing shopping at the Nature Store on-line. A new animal flipbook and audio CD are available to enhance the drive-thru experience while taking the drive-thru tour. The book goes hand in hand with the audio CD and helps visitors identify the animals and look for wildlife that may be out of sight. The book and CD can be purchased at the front gate or the audio CD can be purchased on-line from the Nature Store for $9.99. The Nature Store is always a popular stop on the tour and visitors have the opportunity to browse one of the largest selections of animal-related gifts around. Many of the products are also now available on the Fossil Rim website at www.fossilrim.org. Everything from t-shirts, exclusive jewelry, food products and more can be purchased, with all of the items making great gifts for animal lovers around the world. Proceeds benefit Fossil Rim Wildlife Center and help feed the animals. Also available on-line are memberships to Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, as well as gift certificates for future visits. The advantage of the annual membership is that it entitles members to unlimited visits throughout the year, plus special discounts and notification of special events. Discounts include 10% off lodging and Behind the Scenes Tours at Fossil Rim. Membership rates are available for families, individuals and senior citizens. Fossil Rim is a non-profit foundation and one of the premier wildlife conservation and education facilities in North America. In addition to their conservation efforts, Fossil Rim also provides visitors an up close experience with some of the world’s most endangered species. Glen Rose also offers a number of overnight opportunities ranging from upscale lodges and a variety of bed and breakfasts, to cabins, cottages, campgrounds, hotels and RV parks. For more information on The Promise or Glen Rose attractions, contact the Glen Rose Visitor Information Center at 1-888-346-6282 or visit their website at www.glenrosetexas.net. 79th Showing of Thrills & Spills at the North Texas State Fair The 79th annual North Texas State Fair in Denton, Texas will be the biggest ever and the best by far! Nine days of exciting rodeo events and livestock shows are flanked by all kinds of fun for everyone in the family highlighted by "Sound of Texas" top entertainers, great dance bands, country legends and bright new talent. The 2007 fair will also include a number of cool, free venues in the Kid's Zone including the all new Pirates Ahoy!, a dress-up show where the kids get to play the parts of swashbucklers. Music is as much a part of the Fair as are the cowboys and livestock. The main concert stage will tout some of Texas' best talent: Stoney LaRue, Tommy Alverson, Johnny Rodriguez, Mark David Manders, Johnny Cooper, Max Stalling, Jason Boland and the Stragglers, Cory Morrow, and Sammy Kershaw-just to name a few. There is a concert every night. Admittance is $10 for adults and $3 for kids ages 6-12. Kids under 6 are free. Admittance ticket includes access to the concerts, rodeo, livestock show, and all the excitement! By attending the North Texas State Fair, fairgoers support the youth of North Texas. The North Texas State Fair contributes over $35,000 back into youth programs every year. Come and enjoy the 79th Annual North Texas State Fair and Rodeo in Denton, Texas, August 17-25, 2007. For daily schedules and parking information contac t the North Texas State Fair at 940-387-2632 or visit the website at www.ntfair.com. Current
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