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

"Secret Drawing Society" hosted by The Hancock Bro

Of interest to tourists

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

http://www.croftartgallery.com

The "Secret Drawing Society" is a group of artists that have created images on 10x10 inch sheet of paper. The gallery will exhibit up to 700 of these drawings. There will surely be something for everyone. Call Katie or Ali @ 254-714-1740.

Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library Book S

Of interest to tourists

Heart O' Texas Fair Complex, 4601 Bosque Blvd., General Exhibits Building

http://www.waco-texas.com

Friends of the Waco-McLennan County Library Book Sale
Hardbacks, Paperbacks, Trade Paperbacks, Magazines, Cd's, Dvd's, Movie Videos, and Encyclopedias
For more information contact: Heart O' Texas Fair Complex at 254-776-1660 or Kim at 254-750-5974 for 2009 sponsorship information

National Stock Horse Show

Of interest to tourists

Heart O' Texas Fair Complex, 4601 Bosque Blvd.,

http://www.hotfair.com

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

Baylor Men's Basketball

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University
Time: 7:00 p.m.

http://www.baylorbears.com/calendar/events/2009_200911.html

Baylor vs Norfolk State

For more information contact: Baylor University at 254-710-1000

Baylor Music

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University, Roxy Grove Hall at 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.

http://www.baylor.edu/music

Lyceum Series: Classes with Kenneth Griffiths (collaborative pianist)

For more information contact: Richard Veit at 254-710-3991

HOT Soccer Fall Competitive Tournament

Of interest to tourists

HOT Soccer Fields

http://www.hotsoccer.net

HOT Soccer Fall Competitive Tournament

For more information contact: HOT Soccer Office at 254-776-2237

Most Valuable Player

Of interest to tourists

Waco Hippodrome Theatre
724 Austin Ave.
Waco, Texas
76701

Friday, November 13, 2009, 10:00am.

Friday, November 13, 2009, 1:00pm.

Friday, November 13, 2009, 7:00pm.

http://www.wacoperformingarts.org/events1.php?event_id=95

This compelling drama focuses on Jackie Robinson’s personal sacrifices and triumphs as he ventures beyond the Negro League to integrate baseball without violence. Robinson overcomes threats, taunts and other forms of racism, putting aside his own pride and anger for the good of all African American players. Robinson’s courage and dignity under enormous pressure opened the gates of the ballpark for other African Americans and changed the entire nation.

Friday, November 13, 2009, 10:00am.

Friday, November 13, 2009, 1:00pm.

Friday, November 13, 2009, 7:00pm.

Tickets ONSALE 09/18/2009

For ticket or show information please contact the Box Office at (254) 752-9797 or visit our website at www.wacoperformingarts.org

Most Valuable Player (Daytime Performances)

Of interest to tourists

Waco Hippodrome Theatre, 724 Austin Ave. at 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

http://www.wacoperformingarts.org

This compelling drama focuses on Jackie Robinson's personal sacrifices and triumphs as he ventures beyond the Negro League to integrate baseball without violence. Robinson overcomes threats, taunts and other forms of racism, putting aside his own pride and anger for the good of all African American players. Robinson's courage and dignity under enormous pressure opened the gates of the ballpark for other African Americans and changed the entire nation.

For ticket information contact: Waco Hippodrome Theatre at 254-752-9797

Most Valuable Player (Evening Performance)

Of interest to tourists

Waco Hippodrome Theatre, 724 Austin Ave. at 7:00 p.m.

http://www.wacoperformingarts.org

This compelling drama focuses on Jackie Robinson's personal sacrifices and triumphs as he ventures beyond the Negro League to integrate baseball without violence. Robinson overcomes threats, taunts and other forms of racism, putting aside his own pride and anger for the good of all African American players. Robinson's courage and dignity under enormous pressure opened the gates of the ballpark for other African Americans and changed the entire nation.

For ticket information contact: Waco Hippodrome Theatre at 254-752-9797

Storytime

Of interest to tourists

South Waco Library, 2737 S. 18th Street at 10:30 a.m.

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

Youth Outdoor Adventure Program

Of interest to tourists

Dewey Recreation Center, 925 N. 9th Street
Time: Leave at 6 p.m. Fridays and return at 2 p.m. Saturdays

http://www.waco-texas.com

Participants will learn respect for the outdoors through camping trips and activities like fishing, biking, and kayaking.
Safety Training Dates: Oct. 3rd, Nov. 7th, and Dec. 5th at 9 a.m.
Cost: $35.00 per participant
Age: 7 & up
Contact: 254-750-8677