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.

"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

Museum of Horrors & The Texas Chainsaw Nightmare

Of interest to tourists

North of Waco, I-35 & Exit 345

Open Thursday, Friday and Saturday in October 8-10, 15-17, 22-24, 29-31 from 8 p.m. to 12 midnight

http://www.hauntedhousetexas.com

For 21 years now these have been rated the best 2 haunted houses in Central Texas and now in one location. The Museum of Horrors is based on all the things that go Boo in the night and the Texas Chainsaw Nightmare, well the name speaks for itself. On an afternoon in 1973 five young people in a Volkswagen van ran out of gas on a farm road in Central Texas. Four of them were never seen again. The next morning the one survivor, was picked up wandering in a roadside rest area on I-35. Officially, on the records, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre never happened. However during the last 3 decades, over and over again reports have persisted all along the I-35 corridor. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre has not stopped. It haunts Texas. See where it really happened. Both are rated high scare and not recommended for the faint at heart. As for children we leave that to parental discretion. Call VAM-PIRE for details.

Halloween Double Feature

Of interest to tourists

Waco Hippodrome Theatre
724 Austin Ave., Waco, TX 76701
RISEN @ 7:00 pm and Rocky Horror @ Midnight

http://www.wacoperformingarts.org/events1.php?event_id=58

Waco is getting a little Wacko on Friday, October 30th and 31st when the Hippodrome hosts local zombie film RISEN AND the Rocky Horror Picture Show! RISEN was filmed right here in Waco, Texas and won Best Picture and Best Make-Up Effects at the Chicago Film Festival! RISEN not yet rated, Rocky Horror rated R

We will be having a costume contest with fabulous prizes, so put on your best gear for the midnight show! Visit our website for a list of approved props allowable inside the Hippodrome Theatre. Risen begins at 7:00 pm, Rocky Horror festivities will begin at midnight (12:00 am of Oct.31).

Margarita Classic Horse Show

Of interest to tourists

Heart O' Texas Fair Complex, 4601 Bosque Blvd., Dodge Show Pavilion

http://www.hotfair.com

Margarita Classic Horse Show
For more information contact: Heart O' Texas Fair Complex at 254-776-1660

The Woman In Black

Of interest to tourists

Waco Civic Theatre, 1517 Lake Air Dr.
Call for Theatre times

http://www.wacocivictheatre.org

The Woman In Black
Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt
From the novel by Susan Hill
A lawyer is obsessed with the belief that his family has been cursed by The Woman in Black, an eerie presence whose mere mention inspires fear among the locals. In an attempt to come to terms with this harrowing situation, he seeks out and employs an actor to help recount his experiences, but as the story unfolds, the boundaries between reality and memory begin, terrifyingly, to merge. Writing of the wildly successful London production of this remarkable thriller, the BBC described it as "frightening...packed with twists, turns, and unexpected surprises".

For more information contact: Waco Civic Theatre at 254-776-1591

The Woman In Black

Of interest to tourists

Waco Civic Theatre, 1517 Lake Air Dr.
Times: Oct. 30th at 7:30 p.m.--$12.00 Adults; $10.00 Students & Seniors
Oct. 31st at 6:30 p.m.--Halloween Performance with Buffet and Dance $25.00 per person
Nov. 1st at 2:30 p.m.--$12.00 Adults; $10.00 Students & Seniors

http://www.wacocivictheatre.org

The Woman In Black
Adapted by Stephen Mallatratt
From the novel by Susan Hill
A lawyer is obsessed with the belief that his family has been cursed by The Woman in Black, an eerie presence whose mere mention inspires fear among the locals. In an attempt to come to terms with this harrowing situation, he seeks out and employs an actor to help recount his experiences, but as the story unfolds, the boundaries between reality and memory begin, terrifyingly, to merge. Writing of the wildly successful London production of this remarkable thriller, the BBC described it as "frightening...packed with twists, turns, and unexpected surprises".

For more information contact: Waco Civic Theatre at 254-776-1591

Baylor Football

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University
Time: TBA

http://www.baylorbears.cstv.com/sports/m-footbl/spec-rel/081400aaa.html

Baylor vs Nebraska

For more information contact: 710-1000

Baylor Women's Volleyball

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University
Time: TBA

http://www.baylorbears.com/calendar/events/2009_200909.html

Baylor vs Texas Tech
For more information contact: 254-710-1000

CASA Speak Up For Kids CASA 5K & 1K Event

Of interest to tourists

Indian Spring Park
Times: 6:30 On-site registration begins
Line up for 1 Mile event at 8:00 a.m.
Announcements & National Anthem, 1 Mile event begins 8:15 a.m.
5K begins at 8:30 a.m.
Children's costume contest at 10:00 a.m.
Race Awards Ceremony at 10:30 a.m.

http://www.advocacycntr.org

CASA Speak Up For Kids 5K and 1K event--Spooktacular
Registered by October 15th the individual cost is $20.00 for 5K and $10.00 for 1 Mile
Registered after October 15th the individual cost is $25.00 for 5K and $10.00 for 1 Mile
Registering a Team must be done by October 15th at 12:00 midnight and the cost is $15.00 per individual on Team. A Team is 10 or more runners/walkers.
On-site registration 6:30 - 8:00 a.m.
Website registration: www.casa5K.org
We also have sponsorship packets that range from $100.00 to $5,000.00 if someone would like to have their name/company name displayed.
This 5K Race supports the Advocacy Center for Crime Victims and Children
For more information contact: Susan Burt at 254-752-9330 Extension 117, Linda Freeto at 254-420-2862, or Nancy Goodnight at 254-752-7233

FREE $8000 Tax Credit Seminar

Of interest to tourists

301 Owen Lane # A (Allen Samuels Building)
Waco, Tx 76710

10:00 am to Noon

http://www.erec.com

FREE $8000 Tax Credit Seminar! Hear it from the professionals. Find out if you or someone you know qualifies for the tax credit and how to receive it quickly or possibly use it for your down payment! Call 772-0505 today to reserve your free seat!

Halloween 'Trunk-or-Treat'

Central Texas Marketplace - Waco, Texas [I-35 & Loop 340 @ Bagby Avenue.] from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m.

http://www.shopctm.com

Free Candy & Drinks [while supplies last]
Fun, Games & Inflatables.
Costume Contest @ 5 p.m. [Win Great Prizes!]
Infants, Children & Adults.

*While supplies last. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Kaska Family Farm Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch

Of interest to tourists

15893 County Line Road, North. Check website or Google Maps for exact directions.
Open each SATURDAY (10am-10pm) and SUNDAY (noon-5pm)from Sept. 19 thru Oct 31, 2009

http://www.KaskaFamilyFarm.com

Bring your family and friends out to the farm for some good, clean, farmin' fun for all ages. Choose a pumpkin, get lost in our corn maze, pick flowers, ride the hayride and after dark, enjoy our haunted trail, if you're brave enough!
Children's activities, Concessions, restroom facilities and free parking.
Visit our website for more info!

Saturday Super Session

Of interest to tourists

Skate World, 401 Towne Oaks Drive
Time: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.

http://www.skatewaco.com

Skating
Cost: Before 6 p.m. $5.00 Admission and $2.00 for Skates
After 6 p.m. $6.00 Admission and $2.00 for Skates
For more information contact: Barbara or Charlie Lucas at 254-772-0042 or email at sk8waco@aol.com

Saturday Super Session

Of interest to tourists

Skate Country, 500 N. Loop 340
Time: 12 Noon -11 p.m.

http://www.skatewaco.com

Skating
Cost: Before 6 p.m. $5.00 Admission and $2.00 for Skates
After 6 p.m. $6.00 Admission and $2.00 for Skates
For more information contact: Mike Milfrey at 254-799-8899 or email at sk8waco@aol.com

Super Series Baseball Tournament

Of interest to tourists

Riverbend Park, 1001 Lakeshore Drive

http://www.riverbendpark.com/tournaments.html

Super Series Baseball Tournament

For more information contact: City of Waco, Riverbend Park at 254-750-5875

The Exorcist (film)

Of interest to tourists

Waco Hippodrome Theatre
724 Austin Ave., Waco, TX 76701
at 7:00pm

http://www.wacoperformingarts.org/events1.php?event_id=113

Spend Halloween night at the Waco Hippodrome Theatre!
(Rated R) In a quiet neighborhood, in a house with all the modern conveniences, an innocent young girl becomes afflicted. Her mother can't help her. Doctors uselessly test and attempt to treat her. In desperation - fearing her illness reaches beyond the physical and into the spiritual -- her mother calls a priest. But even he doubts that evil has come into their home, into her body. And the more he doubts, the more powerful it becomes. There is only one cause, and only one hope for a cure.

"It's an excellent day for an exorcism."
Call Box Office at 254-752-9797

Trick or Treat

Of interest to tourists

Art Center Waco, 1300 College Drive, in the Courtyard
Time: Call for times

http://www.ArtCenterWaco.org

Trick or Treat---in the Courtyard
For more information contact: Art Center Waco at 254-752-4371

Zoo Boo!

Of interest to tourists

Cameron Park Zoo, 1701 N. 4th Street, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

http://www.cameronparkzoo.com

Zoo Boo! Trick or Treat Evening at the Cameron Park Zoo for children ages 2yrs. to 13 yrs.

For more information contact: 254-750-8415 or 254-750-8400