40th Anniversary Exhibit

Of interest to tourists

Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum
100 Texas Ranger Trail
Waco, TX

Exit 335B and I-35

Daily 9am-5pm; last guest admitted at 4:30pm
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years Day

http://www.texasranger.org

Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum’s 40th Anniversary exhibit

The Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum celebrates its 40th anniversary with an exhibit highlighting objects acquired each year the museum has been open. The exhibit will be on display from November 1, 2008 to October 31, 2009. For more information, visit www.texasranger.org or call 750-8631.

Intro to Kayaking

Of interest to tourists

Cameron Park
Time: Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.

http://www.waco-texas.com

Introduction to Kayaking
Cost: $10.00 per participant. Includes kayak, life vest, and paddle.
Age: 8 and up (Adult supervision)
Contact: 254-750-8057

"Seeds and Pods" by TJ Mabrey

Of interest to tourists

The Croft Art Gallery @ 712 Austin Avenue Waco, Texas 76701
Hours are Tues-Saturday 10-5 and open late during Hippodrome performances.

http://www.croftartgallery.com

Sculpture Exhibit by Artist TJ Mabrey. TJ is an internationally exhibited and collected artist. Her work can be seen during the month of October at the Croft Art Gallery in downtown waco. Her pieces reflect the natural world and the endurance of nature in the form of seeds and pods.

Take-A-Hike

Of interest to tourists

Cameron Park Trails
Mon-Thurs: 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Oct. 24th---10 a.m. to Noon
Oct. 31st---8 a.m. to Noon

http://www.waco-texas.com

Take-A-Hike
Cost: Free
Ages: Anyone who can handle a moderate to high-intensity hike. Adult Supervision required. The two-week long training will build endurance for the 4 hour hike.
Info: Must bring water and wear closed toe shoes. This hike will take you on an adventure you won't soon forget.
Contact: 254-750-8647

Martin Museum of Art

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University, Martin Museum of Art, Hooper-Schaefer Fine Arts Center, 60 Baylor Avenue
Museum Hours: Tuesday-Friday,
10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, 12-5 p.m.

http://www.baylor.edu/martinmuseum

Gallery I
Yih-Wen Kuo, Ceramic Sculpture

Gallery II
Baylor Contemporary Quilt Invitational-Liz Axford, Ann Adams, Susie Monday, Jane Dunnewold, Sue Benner, Connie Scheele, Jack Brockette

Guest Speaker-Kate Lenkowsky, award winning author and quilt artist. October 29th, 2:00 p.m. "That's a Quilt?! Tracing the Lineage of Comtemporary Quilt Art"

For more information contact: 254-710-1867

Fall Festival

Of interest to tourists

Art Center Waco, 1300 College Drive
Times: Call for information

http://www.ArtCenterWaco.org

Fall Festival at Art Center Waco
For more information contact: Art Center Waco at 254-752-4371

"Halloween" Storytime

Of interest to tourists

East Waco Library, 901 Elm St. at 10:30 a.m.

Free "Halloween" Storytime for children ages 3-6 years old
For more information contact: 254-750-5942

Baby Time

Of interest to tourists

Central Library, 1717 Austin Ave at 10:30 a.m.

Free Baby Time for children ages 12 months & Under
For more information contact: 254-750-5942

Baylor Music

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University, Jones Concert Hall in the Glennis McCrary Music Building at 7:30 p.m.

http://www.baylor.edu/music/event.php?event_id=60139

A Cappella Choir
This event is free of charge and open to the public
For more information contact: Richard Veit at 254-710-3991

Cultural Evening

Of interest to tourists

Art Center Waco, 1300 College Drive, in the Courtyard
Time: 6-9 p.m.

http://www.ArtCenterWaco.org

Cultural Evening---Come enjoy dancing and music from a variety of cultures.
For more information contact: Art Center Waco at 254-752-4371

Imagine Waco

Of interest to tourists

City of Waco Multi-Purpose Center
On Quinn Campus, 1020 Elm St. from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Imagine Waco--Participate in Waco's downtown revitalization effort! Come to a Community Workshop for the Greater Downtown Waco Plan.
Downtown is on the brink of a renaissance and we need your participation to ensure a very bright future for Waco's urban center. The fun and interactive workshop events are designed to bring Waco and the surrounding communities together to realize a collective vision of what downtown Waco is to become.
The result? A Greater Downtown Waco Plan that will be the foundation of a successful, vibrant future.

Tip Off Luncheon

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University, Ferrell Center fro 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

A conversation with Kim Mulkey & Leon Barmore (Baylor University Women's Basketball)
Reserved tables (seating for 10) $325.00
For more information contact: Steve Smith at 254-752-6551 or email at ssmith@wacochamber.com

Two for Tuesday Retro Night

Of interest to tourists

Skate World, 401 Towne Oaks Drive
Time: 7-9 p.m.

http://www.skatewaco.com

Skating
Cost: $2.00 Admission and $2.00 for Skates
For more information contact: Barbara or Charlie Lucas at 254-772-0042 or email at sk8waco@aol.com

WInd Symphony and Waco Community Band Concert

Of interest to tourists

McLennan Community College, 1400 College Drive, Ball Performing Arts Center at 7:30 p.m.

http://www.mclennan.edu

Wind Symphony and Waco Community Band Concert
Cost: Free
For more information contact: MCC's Visual & Performing Arts Division at 254-299-8283