LBJ: Texan, Politician, President

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University, W.R. Poage Legislative Library
Days & Times: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

LBJ: Texan, Politician, President
Exhibit opens March 18th following our Spring lecture: LBJ Architect of American Ambition by author Dr. Randall B. Woods at 4:00 p.m. in the Meadows Recital Hall at Baylor. 50 copies of the book will be given away at the lecture.
For more information about exhibit contact: W.R. Poage Legislative Library at 254-710-3540

MCC Fall Registration

Of interest to tourists

McLennan Community College, 1400 College Drive

http://www.mclennan.edu

Classes start August 23. Current students may register 24/7 through WebAdvisor at our website. New students should call the Admissions Office at 254-299-8622 before attempting to register.
Contact: MCC at 254-299-8622

Art in Cameron Park-Yesterday and Today

Of interest to tourists

East Terrace House, Corner of Martin Luther King Drive and Mill Street
FREE ONE-DAY OPENING May 16, 2-5 p.m.
East Terrace Times: Tuesdays-Fridays 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.

http://www.HistoricWaco.org

Paintings, drawings, etc. on Cameron Park through the years
Regular Admission: $3.00
For more information contact: Historic Waco Foundation at 254-753-5166

LEGO Castle Adventure Exhibit

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University Mayborn Museum Thomas E. & Emilyn Anding Traveling Exhibition Gallery.
1300 University Parks Drive
Waco,Tx
710-1110

Open Daily from 10am-5pm (Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Friday,& Saturday)
10am-8pm (Thursday)
1pm-5pm (Sunday)

http://www.maybornmuseum.com

Waco Water Park

Of interest to tourists

Waco Water Park, 900 Lakeshore Drive
Weekdays:
Open: 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturdays: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sundays: 1 p.m. to 7 p.m.

http://www.waco-texas.com

Waco Water Park--The best summer spot in town. The park is a water adventure for all ages! Indulge in two pools, water-shooting playscapes, 22-foot slides and more. Shade umbrellas, trees, and lounge areas provide a break from the water, while the main building is equipped with locker rooms, showers, restrooms, and a concession stand.
Admission Rates:
Below 48 inches $4.00
48 inches and above $6.00
3 and Under Free
Spectators $4.00---If paying the spectator rate, one is not allowed in any part of the water.
Admission into the water park does not include participation in any instructional classes.
Call about season passes.
For more information contact: 254-750-7900

Moneyville

Of interest to tourists

Dr Pepper Museum
300 S. 5th St.
Waco, TX 76710
Museum Hours
Monday - Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Last ticket sold at 4:15 p.m.
Admission Fees
Adults: $7
Senior Adults: $5
Students & Children: $3
Museum Members & Pepper Partners: FREE
www.drpeppermuseum.com
(254)-757-1024

http://www.drpeppermuseum.com

Ever wonder where money comes from and why we use it? Then take a trip to Moneyville, the Dr Pepper Museum's new interactive exhibit, and find out. Learn how money is made, discover how to catch counterfeiters, become a stockbrocker for a day, and see what a million dollars looks like. You'll start to see money in a whole new way! Don't miss Moneyville, on display until September 19, 2010 at the Dr Pepper Museum. (Museum admission is required.)

SELF: A Juried Exhibition

Of interest to tourists

Opening Reception & Awards Presentation:

July 2, from 6 to 8 p.m.

Live Jazz provided by The Horton Duo

Croft Art Gallery
712 Austin Ave.
Waco, TX 76701

http://www.croftartgallery.com

Artists interpret the self

Juried by acclaimed Baylor grad Aaron Sacco and sponsored by The Society for the Friends of Jung in Waco, "SELF" will feature artwork from over thirty local, national, and international artists.

Month-long events include a panel discussion on Jung and art, and a self-portrait workshop. Please visit our website for more details.

Summer Camp

Of interest to tourists

Community Centers and EOAC from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

http://www.waco-texas.com

Session 2
Need something for your child to do this summer? Check us out! Our campers participate in various recreational activities such as game room, arts and crafts, gym activities, nature walks, kayaking, archery, tennis, fishing, bike riding, and fun field trips. Breakfast and lunch will be provided by Waco ISD.
Cost: $160.00 for Session 1 & 2
$120.00 for Session 3
Registration: Begins April 1
Age: 5-13
Contact: Bledsoe-Miller at 254-750-8684
South Waco at 254-750-8650
Dewey at 254-750-8677

Baylor Music

Of interest to tourists

Baylor University, Jones Concert Hall in the Glennis McCrary Music Building (All Day Event)

http://www.baylor.edu/music

All-State Choral Camp

For more information, call the Baylor University Summer Camps office at 254-710-7411.

Summer Swamp School (Marsh Madness) GEAR UP

*FREE* Summer Swamp School

July 6th - 10th, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Lake Waco Wetlands

http://www.baylor.edu/thinkcollege

Waco ISD and La Vega ISD and Eleventh Grade Science Teachers are invited to attend Summer Swamp School 2010. This year's Summer Swamp School will focus on learning and practicing the fundamentals of research.

More info contact: Melissa Mullins, Marsh Madness Coordinator at melissa_mullins@baylor.edu

"42nd Street" Presented by Waco Children's Theatre

Of interest to tourists

July 9, 10, 16, 17 at 7:30 and July 11, 18 at 2:30
at Waco Civic Theatre

The non-profit Waco Children’s Theatre is concluding its 19th annual summer performing arts camp by presenting the classic Broadway musical, 42nd Street. This professional quality show will be performed July 9, 10, 16, 17, at 7:30 p.m. and July 11 and 18 at 2:30 p.m. at the Waco Civic Theatre, 1517 Lake Air Drive. General admission tickets may be reserved by calling 754-5401 or may be purchased at the door one hour before each show. All seats are $10.

Prince All Present's: 2010 "Battle @ The Brazos

Of interest to tourists

Waco High School(Main), Texas Christian Academy, University High School from 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday/Saturday

http://www.princeall.com

Prince All Present's: 2010 "Battle @ The Brazos basketball tournaments

For more information contact: Byron K. Evans Sr. at 817-884-7097 or princealltx@yahoo.com

Fishing at Buena Vista

Of interest to tourists

Bledsoe-Miller Community Center, 300 Martin Luther King Blvd. at 9 a.m.

Does you child like to fish? Let them experience a morning of fun at the pond at Buena Vista Park. Fishing poles and bait will be provided, as well as a snack.
Cost: $5.00 per child
Registration: April 26th to May 7th
Age: 9 and up
Contact: 254-750-8684

HOT Farmers Market

Of interest to tourists

Heart O' Texas Fair Complex, 4601 Bosque Blvd.
Time: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Tues., Thurs., and Sat. from May 8th to Sept. 25th 2010

http://www.hotfair.com

HOT Farmer Market--Fresh produce sold from area farmers
For more information contact: Charles Saffle at 254-881-5751

La Vega Little League 1st Annual Benefit Car Show

Of interest to tourists

Bellmead Lions Park (near La Vega High School)
10:00am-4:00pm

Saturday, July 10th 2010, from 10am-4pm, La Vega Little League will be hosting their first benefit car show to benefit the children of La Vega Little League. The Board of Trustees are expecting this to be a fun and enjoyable event for the entire community. There will be lots of Food, Music, & Games. Also, there will be raffles, door prizes, and of course a 50/50. For those interested in entering their vehicle to the car show, registration fees are $20 before July 2nd & $25 afterward. The 1st 50 car entries receive a T-shirt & Dash Plate. All categories are welcomed, including bikes. Prizes will be awarded to all categories. Judging will be held at 12pm & awards will be held at 2pm. Also, vendors are welcomed. For more information contact Carlos at 254-744-5096.

Snakes

Of interest to tourists

Lake Waco, Reynolds Creek Campground Amphitheater presentation at 8:30 p.m.
Reynolds Creek Park is located at 2885 Speegleville Rd. North, on the west shore of the lake. From I-35 take Hwy 6 north for about 7 miles to Speegleville Rd., exit right, go 1 mile to stop sign, go straight and curve left, go 1 mile to entrance of park on right.

Snakes
Speaker-Jason Vencalec
Agency-Cameron Park Zoo
Cost: Free

For more information contact: Eric Haskell at 254-756-5359 or Eric.C.Haskell@usace.army.mil

Texas State USBC Senior Bowling Tournament

Tournament play will take place at both locations starting Saturday morning and will run through Sunday afternoon.

AMF Westview Lanes
4565 W. Waco Dr
Waco, Texas 76710

AMF Lake Air Lanes
4610 Bosque Blvd
Waco, Texas 76710

http://www.wacobowling.com

The Texas State Senior Tournament will take place here in Waco over the course of 3 weekends in July; with over 1000 participanting in both team and singles events.

For more information please visit www.wacobowling.com or www.texasbowling.com