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

Texas Cutting Horse Futurity

Of interest to tourists

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

http://www.hotfair.com

Texas Cutting Horse Futurity
For more information contact: Heart O' Texas Fair Complex at 254-776-1660

"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.

2009 Horton Foote American Playwrights Festival

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University, Baylor Theatre
Call 254-710-1865 for times

http://www.baylor.edu/hortonfootefestival

The Baylor University Theatre invites you to join playwrights, artists, and scholars from across the country for our fourth semi-annual Horton Foote American Playwrights Festival with the 2009 honoree Craig Wright.
The 2009 Festival takes on special meaning as we pay tribute to the late Horton Foote, honoring his legacy of great storytelling in the theatre.
The all-inclusive three-day package includes:
American Actors Company production of The Unseen by Craig Wright
Award reception with Craig Wright
Broadway Concert Series production of The Marcy & Zina Show
Panel discussions
Academic Symposia
Play readings
Master classes
All for only $150.00
For more information contact: 254-710-1865

Cirque Shanghai Bai Xi

Of interest to tourists

Waco Hippodrome Theatre, 724 Austin Ave.
Times: 5th November 09 at 7:30 p.m.
6th November 09 at 7:30 p.m.

http://www.wacoperformingarts.org

Cirque Shanghai Bai Xi combines all aspects of the traditional and the modern in acrobatic stage performance: awesome displays of physical strength with incredible feats of balance; graceful folkloric pageantry with fast paced contemporary dance; energetic martial arts with phenomenal equilibrialist skills...all performed in spectacular costumes, on the stage and high in the air, in a grand theatrical production. Cirque Shanghai Bai Xi is a breathtaking spectacle that establishes a new standard of acrobatic and entertainment.

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

Cirque Shanghai Bai Xi

Of interest to tourists

Waco Hippodrome Theatre
724 Austin Ave.
Waco, Texas
76701

Thursday, November 5, 2009, 7:30pm

Friday, November 6, 2009, 7:30pm

http://www.wacoperformingarts.org/events1.php?event_id=86

Cirque Shanghai Bai Xi combines all aspects of the traditional and the modern in acrobatic stage performance: awesome displays of physical strength with incredible feats of balance; graceful folkloric pageantry with fast paced contemporary dance; energetic martial arts with phenomenal equilibrialist skills… all performed in spectacular costumes, on the stage and high in the air, in a grand theatrical production. Cirque Shanghai Bai Xi is a breathtaking spectacle that establishes a new standard of acrobatic and entertainment excellence.

Thursday, November 5, 2009, 7:30pm

Friday, November 6, 2009, 7:30pm.

Single Tickets ONSALE 9/17/09

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

Cirque Shanghai: Bai Xi

Of interest to tourists

Waco Hippodrome Theatre
724 Austin Ave., Waco, TX 76701
Thursday and Friday @7:30 pm

http://www.wacoperformingarts.org/events1.php?event_id=86

Cirque Shanghai Bai Xi combines all aspects of the traditional and the modern in acrobatic stage performance: awesome displays of physical strength with incredible feats of balance; graceful folkloric pageantry with fast paced contemporary dance; energetic martial arts with phenomenal equilibrialist skills… all performed in spectacular costumes, on the stage and high in the air, in a grand theatrical production. Cirque Shanghai Bai Xi is a breathtaking spectacle that establishes a new standard of acrobatic and entertainment excellence.
Tickets: $39-$62 Group discounts available
Call 254-752-9797 to reserve your tickets!

Deck the Halls Gift Market

Of interest to tourists

Waco Convention Center
Schedule of Events

• Holiday Gift Market
Friday, November 6, 10:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Saturday, November 7, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, November 8, 12:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

• Cinderella’s Night Out Preview Party
Thursday, November 5, 6 p.m.-7 p.m. Patron Party, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Preview Party

• The Emperor’s New Clothes Brunch & Style Show
Friday, November 6, 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. includes Private Shopping

• A Visit from St. Nick Family Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, November 7, 9 a.m. – 11 a.m.

• Hansel and Gretel Gingerbread House Event
Saturday, November 7, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.

• Enchanted Forest Mother-Daughter Tea
Sunday, November 8, 11:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. includes private shopping 11:30a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

http://www.jlwaco.org

“A Fairytale Christmas”
The Junior League of Waco is proud to present 2009’s premier shopping event at our annual Deck the Halls Gift Market, November 5-8, at the Waco Convention Center. This year’s theme is “A Fairytale Christmas”. Enjoy the thrill of early holiday shopping with merchants offering accessories, jewelry, clothing, gourmet food, toys and more. Come lunch in the “12 Dancing Princesses Tea Room” or sample delicacies from the Sweet Shoppe while enjoying live entertainment that will be hosted throughout each day.
For more information about Deck the Halls Holiday Gift Market or Junior League of Waco, Inc. donations or membership, call 254-753-5574 or visit www.jlwaco.org.

JLW Deck the Halls: "A Fairytale Christmas"

Of interest to tourists

Waco Convention Center

http://www.juniorleaguewaco.org/waco/npo.jsp?pg=support8

Junior League of Waco's annual Deck the Halls event.

12 Dancing Princesses Tea Room

Of interest to tourists

Waco Convention Center, 100 Washington Ave., Upstairs Lobby, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

http://www.jlwaco.org

12 Dancing Princesses Tea Room--After a morning of shopping, have a lunch fit for royalty in the beautiful 12 Dancing Princesses Tea Room. Enjoy the tasty treats before returning to finish your Christmas shopping for your treasured ones.
Price: $12.50 per person
For more information contact: Junior League of Waco at 254-753-5574

Apple Tree Bazaar

Of interest to tourists

Friday, November 6, 2009, 1:00 - 5:30 pm
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2009, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Heart O' Texas Fair Complex
General Exhibits Building

http://www,seniorministry.org

Senior Arts & Crafts Fair, showcasing the work of older adult artisans since 1980.

Appletree Bazaar

Of interest to tourists

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

http://www.hotfair.com

Appletree Bazaar
For more information contact: Heart O' Texas Fair Complex at 254-776-1660

Deck the Halls Holiday Gift Market

Of interest to tourists

Waco Convention, 100 Washington Ave., Chisholm Hall from 10:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

http://www.jlwaco.org

Deck the Halls Holiday Gift Market---Browse through a kingdom of merchants with gifts and decorations galore. You'll find something for everyone on your Christmas list and a few treasures you wish for too!! Admission Price: $5.00 if purchased in advance, $6.00 at the door
For more information contact: Junior League of Waco at 254-753-5574

Emperor's New Clothes Brunch and Style Show

Of interest to tourists

Waco Convention Center, 100 Washington Ave., McLennan Hall from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

http://www.jlwaco.org

Emperor's New Clothes Brunch and Style Show---You'll dine on scrumptious brunch treats while you see all that's new in fashion both in Waco and from our Deck the Halls Market merchants. Take this opportunity to shop during private shopping hours.
Price: $30.00 per person, Reserved table of 8 is $275.00
For more information contact: Junior League of Waco at 254-753-5574

MCC Classic Basketball Tournament

Of interest to tourists

McLennan Community College, 1400 College Drive, The Highlands,
Women's game at 6 p.m. and men's game at 8 p.m.

http://www.McLennanAthletics.com

MCC Classic Basketball Tournament
Cost: $3.00 for adults, $2.00 for non-MCC students and free for children under 12
For more information contact: MCC Athletics at 254-299-8326 or their website

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

The Poverty Summit

Baylor University - Bill Daniel Student Center

Schedule:
Friday, November 6:


5:00-9:00 p.m. Registration/Check-in

6:00-7:00 p.m. Welcome

7:00-9:00 p.m. Dessert Reception and Exhibition


Saturday, November 7:


8:00-9:00 a.m. Registration

9:00-9:45 a.m. Keynote speaker: David Johnson (www.silentimages.org)

10:00-11:30 a.m. Breakout Session I (3 session options)

11:45-12:45 p.m. Lunch and Panel Discussion

1:00-2:30 p.m. Breakout Session II (3 session options)

2:30-2:45 p.m. Break

3:00-4:30 p.m. Breakout Session III (2 session options) or off-campus service project

6:00-8:00 p.m. World Hunger Dinner

9:00-11:00 p.m. Poverty/Social Justice movie and discussion


Sunday, November 8:


9:30-10:00 a.m. Summit Send-off

10:15-11:00 a.m. Serve breakfast and set-up at Church Under the Bridge

11:00-12:00 p.m. Attend service at Church Under the Bridge

http://www.baylor.edu/povertysummit

The Poverty Summit aims to stimulate academic thought about poverty issues in Waco, the United States, and the international community. Through ongoing and open dialogue, the Summit provides a forum to: engage students and community members in meaningful thought about the issues surrounding poverty, raise awareness, and encourage action.

Contact: Marianne_Magjuka@baylor.edu 2547106938