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

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.

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

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

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

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

8th Annual 2009 Leatherneck 5K Run

Of interest to tourists

Starts at the Suspension Bridge in downtown Waco at 8 a.m.

2009 Leatherneck 5K Run---Starts at the Suspension Bridge in downtown Waco through Cameron Park and back to the Suspension Bridge.
Registration Fee: $20.00
Same day register available or you can pre-register by mailing entries to: Leatherneck Run
P O Box 7323 Waco, TX 76714
Proceeds from the run support Marine Corp League charities, veteran/patriotic programs, events and activities such as local award ceremonies, color guards, Veterans Day Parade, Memorial & Flag Day, Toys for Tots, the Young Marines program, and assist Marines returning from Iraq and their family members.
For more information contact: George at 254-666-4081, Henry at 254-405-0649, Ralph at 254-744-5437 Emails at georsimps2@aol.com or tophgonzales@hot.rr.com

A Visit From St. Nick Breakfast with Santa

Of interest to tourists

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

http://www.jlwaco.org

A Visit From St. Nick Breakfast with Santa--Your children will be entranced when Santa arrives at A Visit from St. Nick Breakfast. Delectable breakfast treats, Christmas crafts and special visitors from the North Pole will make this morning one they'll never forget.
Price: $15.00 for children $10.00 for adults
Reserved table of 10 for $175.00
For more information contact: Junior League of Waco at 254-753-5574

Advanced Soccer Clinic

Of interest to tourists

South Waco Park
Time: 11 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Registration begins October 5th

http://www.waco-texas.com

Come and join the annual South Waco Soccer Camp. Advanced soccer drills emphasized-passing, attacking, and finishing will be taught by former college coach, college player, and high school coach.
Camp is for athletes with at least one year of organized soccer. Clinic taught by Carlos Santos, Samuel Lugo, and Greg Bonilla.
Cost: $10.00
Age: 5-13
Contact: 254-750-8650

Baylor Women's Basketball

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University at 7:00 p.m.

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

Baylor vs Incarnate Word

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

Book Signing

Of interest to tourists

Signing from Noon to 3pm & Book Review at 1:15pm
at the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum

Guns Across the Rio
Return of the Texas Rangers
DAC Crossley, Author

Both novels are fictional stories about Texas Rangers set in the early 1900s, and both books are award winners from National Independent Book Publishers. Mr. Crossley is a member of the Western Writers of America.

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

Fall Farm Day

Of interest to tourists

World Hunger Relief Farm, 356 Spring Lake Road
(See website for directions)
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

http://www.worldhungerrelief.org

Activities include an interesting guest speaker (TBA), hayrides, a petting area where kids (the human kind) can pet kids (the goat kind), pony rides, demonstrations, and farm produce for sale. The Farm also operates a Saturday Farm Stand that sells seasonally-available produce.
The Farm can always use volunteers. Those with skills such as carpentry or welding are especially needed, but the unskilled are welcome also.
For more information contact: World Hunger Relief Farm at 254-799-5611 or visit the website.

Guitar Hero Tournament

Of interest to tourists

Bledsoe-Miller Recreation Center, 300 MLK Blvd.
Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

http://www.waco-texas.com

Fun competition for Guitar Hero fans! Prizes awarded to winners.
Cost: $5.00 per participant
Age: 10 and up
Contact: 254-750-8684

Hansel and Gretal Children's Gingerbread House Eve

Of interest to tourists

Waco Convention Center, 100 Washington Ave., McLennan Room, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

http://www.jlwaco.org

Hansel and Gretal Children's Gingerbread House Event---Make a holiday treasure to keep forever at the Hansel and Gretel Gingerbread House event Saturday afternoon. Children will decorate the gingerbread house of their dreams. Price $20.00 adults not required to buy ticket for gingerbread event to escort children, but must have a market day pass to enter.
For more information contact: Junior League of Waco at 254-753-5574

Highlander Ranch Fall Horse Show

Of interest to tourists

Highlander Ranch from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

http://www.mclennan.edu

MCC's Highlander Ranch hosts its Fall Horse Show, which is free for spectators. Exhibitors will compete in Halter, Showmanship, English (including jumping), Western, Reining, Dressage and Trail. There's also a costume contest for horses and riders. Concessions available.
For more information contact: Jennifer Matthews at 254-299-8553 or Highlander Ranch at 254-299-8511

Intro to Soccer Clinic

Of interest to tourists

South Waco Park
Time: 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Registration begins October 5th

http://www.waco-texas.com

Get ready for a great time at South Waco's soccer camp! Come and learn the basic fundamentals of soccer passing, dribbling, and finishing. This "Hard Work Pays Off" clinic will include instructors Carlos Santos, Samuel Lugo, and Greg Bonilla.
Cost: $10.00
Age: 5-13
Contact: 254-750-8650

Ride Cameron Park

Of interest to tourists

Cameron Park

http://www.waco-texas.com

An award-winning mountain biking clinic designed for women.
Cost: Free
Ages: Women of all ages
Contact: 254-750-8057

Riverbend Run GFP Tournament

Of interest to tourists

Riverbend Park, 1001 Lakeshore Drive

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

Riverbend Run GFP Tournament

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

South Waco Community Flea Market

Of interest to tourists

South Waco Recreation Center, 2815 Speight Ave.
Time: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m.

http://www.waco-texas.com

Time for fall cleaning! The holidays are approaching and room needs to be made for new stuff, so clean out those closets, attics and garages.
Cost: $5.00 per table
Registration: Begins October 5th
Contact: 254-750-8650