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Gulf Coast: April - May April April 1-27—BEAUMONT: The Art Museum of Southeast Texas Presents: Bryan Collier, Defining Moments Collier is known for his work with watercolors and collage. www.amset.org 409/832-3432 Gulf Coast April 3—VICTORIA: Taste of Victoria Community Center. www.victoriaseniors.org 361/576-2189 Gulf Coast April 3-5—KINGSVILLE: The Kingsville International 2008 String Competitions Includes violin, viola, violoncello and string bass. A concert of winners is on April 5. Texas A&M University - Kingsville. www.kingsvillemusic.org 361/592-2374 Gulf Coast April 3-6—GALVESTON: Sixth Annual FeatherFest Presents the best in area birding, butterflies and wildlife in general by way of expert led field trips. Includes seminars. Keynote speaker and special field trip and seminar leader will be naturalist Kenn Kaufman. Old Galveston Square building. www.galvestonfeatherfest.com 409/392-0841 Gulf Coast April 4-5, 11-13, 18-19—BAYTOWN: Kiss & Tell Baytown Little Theater. 281/424-7617 Gulf Coast April 4-6, 11-13—HARLINGEN: The View From Here Harlingen Performing Arts Theatre. 956/412-7529 Gulf Coast April 4-20—HOUSTON: Rounding Third Two well-meaning dads are eager to coach their sons’ Little League team to victory but struggle to resolve their differences. www.stagestheatre.com 713/527-0123 Gulf Coast April 5—HARLINGEN: General H.M. Smith Parade Begins at 10 a.m. Bleacher seating limited; lawn chairs welcome. Marine Military Academy monument parade grounds, 320 Iwo Jima Blvd. 956/421-9235 Gulf Coast April 5—HARLINGEN: Jackson Street Market Day Old fashioned open-air street fair includes antiques, crafts, sidewalk sales, produce cart and food vendors. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jackson Street. 956/423-4041 Gulf Coast April 5—HUMBLE: Good Oil Days This arts & crafts extravaganza with live entertainment, petting zoo and pony rides, and huge plant sale. Downtown Humble, Main St. www.goodoildays.com 281/446-4140 Gulf Coast April 5—ROCKPORT: Fourth Annual Herb Festival Includes herb dishes, items and plants. Rockport-Fulton High School Commons Area. 361/729-6037 Gulf Coast April 5-6—HOUSTON: Annual Bayou City Cajun Fest Tasty boiled crawfish, boudin, gumbo, red beans and rice, Cajun sausage and more. Enjoy music, dance and food. Live Cajun music begins at 11:30 a.m. both days. Traders Village, 7979 N. Eldridge Road. www.tradersvillage.com 281/890-5500 Gulf Coast April 5-6—KEMAH: Christian Youth Weekend Offers contemporary, youth-oriented Christian music. Kemah Boardwalk. www.kemahboardwalk.com 281/338-9880 Gulf Coast April 5, 12, 19, 26—PASADENA: Armand Bayou Ranger 28-foot Pontoon Boat Experience Enjoy an informative and memorable aquatic safari filled with views of local wildlife and beautiful settings. www.abnc.org 281/474-2551 Gulf Coast April 5, 12, 26—WEST COLUMBIA: Farmers Market Includes fresh vegetables, fruits, baked goods, eggs and plants. Hwy. 35. www.farmersmarket.com 979/345-3921 Gulf Coast April 10-12—HOUSTON: Spring into Summer Doll Festival & Competition Registered participants can attend lectures, workshops, auction and more. The public can shop the sales room or visit the competition display room to see the top ribbon winners in doll artistry. www.bayareadollclub.com 281/614-0077 Gulf Coast April 10-13—HOUSTON: Bay Area Houston Motorcycle Rally Includes Texas Women’s Riders Symposium, classic motorcycle show and auction, MST safety classes and courses, daily poker runs and tours, boat cruises, entertainment stage, barbecue cook-off, two parades and a special Rock the Dock venue at Kemah Boardwalk. Space Center Houston. www.bayarearally.com 888/725-5989 Gulf Coast April 10-13—HOUSTON: Outlaw Music Festival www.outlawmusicfestival.com 281/996-0831 Gulf Coast April 11—GANADO: Texana Outback Masters Pro-Am Golf Tournament Four-man teams are partnered with a masters pro — scores combined. Mustang Golf Course. www.jacksoncountytx.com 361/782-7146 Gulf Coast April 11—HARLINGEN: James & the Giant Peach Begins at 7 p.m. Harlingen Municipal Auditorium. 956/216-5990 Gulf Coast April 11-12—DEER PARK: Totally Texas Includes a parade, carnival, food booths, petting zoo, live bands and cook-off. 500 W. 13th. www.deerparktx.gov 281/478-2050 Gulf Coast April 11-12—ORANGE: Rock & The Rabbi Lutcher Theater. E-mail: lutcher@exp.net • www.lutcher.org 409/886-5535 Gulf Coast April 11-12—SEABROOK: 13th Annual Clear Lake Crawfish Festival Enjoy boiled crawfish, carnival foods, kids games, gumbo cook-off, crawfish eating contests, dunking booth and Zydeco music. Landolt Pavilion, Clear Lake Park. www.clearlakearea.com 281/488-7676 Gulf Coast April 11-13—LAKE JACKSON: Migration Celebration Family-friendly events include identifying butterflies, shore birds and ducks; bird banding; reptiles; and a spectacular display of live hawks and falcons. Brazoria National Wildlife Refuge. 979/285-2501 Gulf Coast April 11-13—WHARTON: The Traveling Lady Written by Horton Foote. Historic Plaza Theatre. 979/282-2970 Gulf Coast April 11, 13, 17, 19, 23, 26—HOUSTON: La Boheme Four young bohemians test the boundaries of friendship and art, love and life. Houston Grand Opera. www.houstongrandopera.org 713/228-6737 Gulf Coast April 12—BEAUMONT: Symphony of Southeast Texas Pianist Orli Shaham debuts with the symphony. Julie Rogers Theatre. 409/892-2257 Gulf Coast April 12—CORPUS CHRISTI: The Big Bloom! Includes horticultural seminars, children’s learning area, orchid auction, specialty vendors, ladybug releases and more. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center. www.stxbot.org 361/852-2100 Gulf Coast April 12—GALVESTON: Blast The Grand 1894 Opera House. www.thegrand.com 800/821-1894 or 409/765-1894 Gulf Coast April 12—GALVESTON: Family Fishing Clinic All the basics will be taught then practiced with hands-on fishing. Galveston Island State Park. 409/737-1222 Gulf Coast April 12—HOUSTON: Manuel Barrueco with Cuarteto Latinoamericano Brilliant Cuban classical guitarist performs with the noted Mexican string quartet at the Wortham Center’s Cullen Theater. www.dacamera.com 713/524-5050 Gulf Coast April 12—KINGSVILLE: Fifth Annual Ride on the Wild Side Bicycle Ride Includes several route lengths with the first set for 10 miles. King Ranch. www.kingsvilletexas.com 361/592-8516 Gulf Coast April 12-13—HOUSTON: 2008 BP MS 150 Bicyclists ride from Houston to Austin to raise funds for multiple sclerosis-related research and Lone Star Chapter client programs and services. www.ms150.org Gulf Coast April 12-13—VICTORIA: Victoria Preservation Homes Tour Various Historic Homes. E-mail: vpi@viptx.net 361/573-1878 Gulf Coast April 13—GALVESTON: Caliente This innovative group from Houston is comprised of students aged 14 to 19 and includes a repertoire of Latin jazz music, as well as original vocals. The Grand 1894 Opera House. www.thegrand.com 800/821-1894 or 409/765-1894 Gulf Coast April 14—HOUSTON: Bruce Springsteen & the E Street Band Toyota Center. www.toyotacentertix.com 866/446-8849 Gulf Coast April 14—SANTA FE: Annual Golf Tournament South Shore Harbour Country Club. www.santafetexaschamber.com 409/925-8558 Gulf Coast April 17-20—PORTLAND: 35th Annual Windfest Features carnival rides, horseshoes, art show, kid fair, kite making, dachshund dog races, Wild West show and more. E-mail: chamber@portlandtx.org 361/643-2475 Gulf Coast April 18-19—HOUSTON: Spring Showcase Features the gifted young artists of Houston Ballet’s Ben Stevenson Academy. Wortham Theater Center. www.houstonballet.org 713/227-2787 Gulf Coast April 18-19—HUMBLE: Humble Trade Days Features antiques, crafts, collectibles and more. Includes more than 60 booths. Humble Civic Expo Hall. www.humblecc.com 281/446-4140 Gulf Coast April 18-20—HARLINGEN: Riofest 2008 Professional acts can be seen on several outdoor stages. View and purchase fine arts & crafts. Children will love the Take & Make area of the festival. Municipal Auditorium & Casa de Amistad. E-mail: riofest@aol.com • www.riofest.org 800/746-3378 or 956/425-2705 Gulf Coast April 18-20—MAURICEVILLE: Annual Crawfish Festival Includes music, dancing, games, auction, carnival and crafts. 409/745-1202 Gulf Coast April 18-20—PORT ARANSAS: Texas SandFest This is a sand sculpture competition for amateurs and masters. Enjoy activities for the whole family, including music, games, food and craft booths. Beach Marker 10. www.sandfest.com 361/749-6674 Gulf Coast April 18-20—WEST COLUMBIA: 54th Annual San Jacinto Festival Enjoy a barbecue cook-off, arts & crafts, live entertainment, Belle of Brazos pageant, carnival and rotary shrimp boil. www.westcolumbiachamber.com 979/345-3921 Gulf Coast April 19—BEAUMONT: 60th Annual Neches River Festival & Parade Join the fun for this annual parade that includes local high school marching bands, cheerleaders, drill teams and more. 409/835-2443 Gulf Coast April 19—BROWNSVILLE: Party for the Planet Celebrate Earth Day. Gladys Porter Zoo. www.gpz.org 956/548-9453 Gulf Coast April 19—FRIENDSWOOD: F.T.G. Festival Includes a car show with 200-plus entries and vendor booths. Learn the history of Friendswood, a Quaker community. Stevenson Park. 281/482-3329 Gulf Coast April 19—PASADENA: Earth Day at Armand Bayou Nature Center Includes environmental displays, demonstrations, children’s activities, music, food and more. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Armand Bayou Nature Center, 8500 Bay Area Blvd. www.abnc.org 281/474-2551 Gulf Coast April 19-20—BAYTOWN: O’Reilly Auto Parts Texas 4-Wheel Jamboree Nationals Houston Raceway Park. www.familyevents.com 317/236-6515 Gulf Coast April 19-20—PORT ARTHUR: Mercado Days Festival Enjoy live music, arts & crafts booths, carnival rides, art displays, car show, clowns, pinata party and queen coronation. Downtown Port Arthur. www.sethcec.org 409/983-4006 Gulf Coast April 19-20—ROCKPORT: 19th Annual Tour of Homes View custom homes in Aransas County. Kickoff party is April 18. 361/729-5519 Gulf Coast April 19-20, 26-27—HOUSTON: Houston International Festival Spotlights Out of Africa with a comprehensive cultural tour, featuring cuisines of Africa, artwork, interactive exhibits and performers from around the world. Downtown Houston. www.ifest.org 713/654-8808 Gulf Coast April 20—BEAUMONT: Julie Rogers Theatre presents Broadway’s Chicago! 409/838-3435 ext. 1 Gulf Coast April 20—LA PORTE: Battle of San Jacinto Triathlon Begins at Sylvan Beach with a 1.5-K swim in Galveston Bay, followed by a 40-K bike race that includes an out-and-back ride over the Fred Hartman Bridge, and finishes at the base of the San Jacinto Monument with a two loop 10-K run. San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site. www.ontheruntx.com 281/479-2431 ext. 234 or 281/470-5139 Gulf Coast April 21—ORANGE: Earth Week at Shangri La Botanical Gardens & Nature Center Week is filled with special events, speakers, and fun nature-based learning activities for kids, both young and old. 2111 W. Park Ave. www.shangrilagardens.org 409/670-9113 Gulf Coast April 23-27—HOUSTON: The Grand Wine & Food Affair An array of renowned winemakers, celebrated award-winning chefs and others offer exotic and sumptuous samplings. www.thegrandwineandfoodaffair.com 713/747-9463 Gulf Coast April 23-May 4—CORPUS CHRISTI: Buc Days Includes Buc Days Golf Classic, dunking of the mayor, carnival, pro rodeo, barbecue challenge, Music and Fire on the Bay, junior parade, folklorico, Buck Days 5-K Run, stadium show, illuminated night parade and stage entertainment. Corpus Christi Bayfront. www.bucdays.com 361/882-3242 Gulf Coast April 24—BEAUMONT: Lamarissimo! Cardinal Singers & Dance Company Lamar University’s Department of Music, Theatre and Dance showcases the talents of outstanding students and faculty artists in ensemble and solo performances. Jefferson Theatre in downtown Beaumont. 409/880-8144 Gulf Coast April 24—VICTORIA: Downtown Rhythms One O’Connor Plaza Pavilion. www.victoriasymphony.com Gulf Coast April 24-27—CORPUS CHRISTI: 2008 International Boat Show Includes some of the world’s finest boats, luxury coaches and RVs, classic cars exhibition, live music, and a static aircraft display. Corpus Christi Municipal Marina, Peoples Street T-Head. www.txintlboatshow.com 361/461-3272 or 361/826-3980 Gulf Coast April 25—ORANGE: Tapestry Dance One-of-a-kind concert brings swinging jazz and 18 feet keeping time. Lutcher Theater. E-mail: lutcher@exp.net • www.lutcher.org 409/886-5535 Gulf Coast April 25-26—FREEPORT: Riverfest & Flapjack Run Includes music, food and vendors on the banks of the Old Brazos River. 979/233-0651 Gulf Coast April 25-26—WHARTON: Wharton County Youth Fair BBQ Cook-Off Crescent Fairgrounds, 6036 FM 961. 979/677-3350 Gulf Coast April 25-27—BEAUMONT: Beaumont Boys Bash featuring Tracy Byrd, Mark Chestnutt & Zona Jones Features all three musicians, plus another surprise headliner. Ford Pavilion. www.fordparktx.com 409/951-5400 Gulf Coast April 25-27—CLUTE: Brazosport Center Stages Production Bedroom Farce The Center for the Arts & Sciences. 979/265-7731 Gulf Coast April 25-27—VIDOR: Texas Barbecue Festival Includes barbecue cook-off, vendors, music, dancing, carnival, games, 5K and children’s fun run, and a classic car show. Claiborne Park West. www.vidorchamber.com 409/769-6339 Gulf Coast April 25, 27—HOUSTON: Billy Budd Accusations of mutiny and an accidental death leave a sailor in danger of hanging for murder. Houston Grand Opera. www.houstongrandopera.org 713/228-6737 Gulf Coast April 25-May 3—VICTORIA: The Women Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts. www.theatrevictoria.org 361/576-6277 Gulf Coast April 26—BEAUMONT: Spring Round-Up The McFaddin-Ward House joins with 4-H clubs to celebrate 100 years of developing the talents of area boys and girls. Includes displays, crafts, animals, demonstrations and more. 409/832-1906 Gulf Coast April 26—BRAZORIA: Singer Joe Valentino Brazoria Heritage Foundation. 979/798-6100 Gulf Coast April 26—LA PORTE: 52nd Annual Sylvan Beach Festival & Crawfish Jam Kicks off with a 10 a.m. parade. Activities at the park begin immediately following the parade and include live entertainment, food, arts & crafts booths, cook-off, carnival, pageant and more. Sylvan Beach Park. 281/471-1123 Gulf Coast April 26—LA PORTE: San Jacinto Day Festival & Battle Re-enactment Enjoy music, entertainment, games and more amidst living history. The battle is re-enacted in the afternoon, complete with cannons, muskets, horses, pyrotechnics and hundreds of re-enactors. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site. www.sanjacinto-museum.org 281/479-2431 Gulf Coast April 26—PALACIOS: Palacios Market Days 5th and Main Street. www.palacioschamber.com 800/611-4567 Gulf Coast April 26—PORT ARANSAS: Adopt-A-Beach Cleanup Help gather and document debris from Mustang and St. Jose island beaches. Port Aransas Beach. www.glo.state.tx.us/adopt-a-beach 361/749-0215 Gulf Coast April 26—VICTORIA: Once Upon a Time Victoria College Auditorium. www.victoriasymphony.com 361/576-4500 Gulf Coast April 26-27—HOUSTON: 37th Annual Houston Pod Chili Cook-Off Held under the auspices of the Chili Appreciation Society International, chili cooks from as far away as New York City will be joined by chiliheads. Traders Village, 7979 N. Eldridge Road. www.tradersvillage.com 281/890-5500 Gulf Coast April 26-27—KEMAH: Crawfish Festival Enjoy fresh boiled crawfish, music and fun. Kemah Boardwalk. www.kemahboardwalk.com 281/334-9880 Gulf Coast April 27—GALVESTON: The Souls of Our Feet — A Celebration of American Tap Dance The Grand 1894 Opera House. www.thegrand.com 800/821-1894 or 409/765-1894 Gulf Coast April 27—LAKE JACKSON: Taste of the Town Sample cuisine from the area’s finest restaurants. Hours are 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Brazos Mall. 979/285-2501 Gulf Coast April 27—ORANGE: Jack Hanna In celebration of Earth Week along with the Shangri La Botanical Gardens and Nature Center, Lutcher Theater presents the host of the TV series Jack Hanna’s Animal Adventures. www.lutcher.org 409/886-5535 Gulf Coast April 28—HOUSTON: Classical Superstars: Mozart & Haydn Zilkha Hall, Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. 713/315-2525 Gulf Coast May May 1—WHARTON: Jazz Band Concert Begins at 7:30 p.m. Wharton County Junior College Horton Foote Theatre. 979/532-4560 Gulf Coast May 1, 3—HOUSTON: La Boheme Four young bohemians test the boundaries of friendship and art, love and life. Houston Grand Opera. www.houstongrandopera.org 713/228-6737 Gulf Coast May 1-4—CORPUS CHRISTI: Buc Days Corpus Christi Bayfront. (Began Apr. 23.) www.bucdays.com 361/882-3242 Gulf Coast May 1-31—BEAUMONT: Somethin’ Out of Nothin’: Felix “Fox” Harris Exhibition Features the life work of this self-taught artist. For more than 20 years, Harris crafted totem-like sculptures of recycled materials. Art Museum of Southeast Texas. www.amset.org 409/832-3432 Gulf Coast May 2, 4, 9—HOUSTON: Billy Budd Accusations of mutiny and an accidental death leave a sailor in danger of hanging for murder. Houston Grand Opera. www.houstongrandopera.org 713/228-6737 Gulf Coast May 3—BEAUMONT: Free Family Arts Day Combines an exploration of the exhibits with hands-on activities and storytelling. Art Museum of Southeast Texas. 409/832-3432 Gulf Coast May 3—GALVESTON: 100 Years of Broadway The Grand 1894 Opera House. www.thegrand.com 800/821-1894 or 409/765-1894 Gulf Coast May 3—HARLINGEN: Jackson Street Market Day Open-air street fair includes antiques, crafts, produce cart and more from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jackson Street. 956/423-4041 Gulf Coast May 3—HOUSTON: Third Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebrate Mexico’s 1862 victory at the Battle of Puebla with live music, food and family fun. Enjoy community service exhibits, kids games and activities, fresh fajitas, turkey legs, margaritas and more. Traders Village. www.tradersvillage.com 281/890-5500 Gulf Coast May 3-4—ROCKPORT: Seventh Annual Nautical Flea Market Rockport Harbor. 361/729-1244 Gulf Coast May 3-4—SEABROOK: 13th Annual Keels & Wheels Concours d’ Elegance & Auction Features classic automobiles and vintage wooden boats. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Lakewood Yacht Club, 2425 NASA Parkway. www.keels-wheels.com 713/521-0105 Gulf Coast May 3-4, 10-11—WHARTON: Wharton Hidden Garden Tour Hours are 2 to 5 p.m. E-mail: dblakely@intertex.net Gulf Coast May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31—PASADENA: Armand Bayou Ranger 28-foot Pontoon Boat Experience Enjoy an informative and memorable aquatic safari filled with views of local wildlife and beautiful settings. www.abnc.org 281/474-2551 Gulf Coast May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31—WEST COLUMBIA: Farmers Market Includes fresh vegetables, fruits, baked goods, eggs and plants. Hwy. 35. www.farmersmarket.com 979/345-3921 Gulf Coast May 3-31—BEAUMONT: Art Museum of Southeast Texas presents Sharon Kopriva Recipient of the 2005 State of Texas 3-D Artist Award, Kopriva is dedicated to making sense out of death and inspiring her audience to reexamine this taboo subject. www.amset.org 409/832-3432 Gulf Coast May 4—KEMAH: 40th Annual Blessing of the Fleet Decorated shrimp boats and pleasure craft file past the Cadillac Authentic Mexican Restaurant where the officiating priest and minister bless each of the boats. Kemah Boardwalk. www.kemah.net 281/334-9880 Gulf Coast May 4-10—WHARTON: Wharton County Youth Fair Enjoy a rodeo, carnival ride, steer show, horse show, swine show, food and more. Crescent Fairgrounds. www.whartoncountyyouthfair.org 979/677-3350 Gulf Coast May 4, 11—GALVESTON: Guided Birding Tour Take a tour led by experienced local birders and view migrating birds. Begins at 8:30 a.m. Galves­ton Island State Park. 409/737-1222 Gulf Coast May 9-11—CORPUS CHRISTI: U.S. Wind & Water Open Features the national championships and U.S. title in wind & water extreme sports at McGee Beach. Windsurfing, kite boarding, skate boarding and wake boarding are just a few of the categories offered at this event. www.uswindandwateropen.com 361/888-7500 Gulf Coast May 9-11—CRYSTAL BEACH: Texas Crab Festival Try tasty crab dishes, compete in crabs legs contest, and cheer on a canine in the Texas Crab Festival Weiner Dog Nationals. Includes food and craft vendors, rides, games, great music and more. Gregory Park, Hwy. 87. www.bolivarchamber.org 409/684-5940 or 800/386-7863 Gulf Coast May 9-11—LEAGUE CITY: Lions Club Village Fair & Texas Music Festival Includes a petting zoo, circus acts, carnival rides, craft vendors and festival foods, highlighted by three days of premiere Texas music. Walter Hall Park. www.lcvillagefair.com Gulf Coast May 10—EDNA: International Migratory Bird Day Celebration Go on a guided hike on the park’s trails. Learn about the trials birds go through during migration. Wrap up the day making a bird feeder out of reused trash. Lake Texana State Park. 361/782-5718 Gulf Coast May 10—HARLINGEN: Blues on the Hill Offers a great evening of entertainment and fun. Lawn chairs and beach towels welcome. McKelvey Park. 956/216-5950 Gulf Coast May 10—LA PORTE: Hard Hat Tour Take a guided tour and see areas rarely seen by the public. Reservations required. Battleship Texas State Historic Site. 281/479-2431 Gulf Coast May 10—PASADENA: Bayou Boil Annual fundraising event includes crayfish boil, silent and live auctions, and demonstrations of turn-of-the-century crafts. Armand Bayou Nature Center. www.abnc.org 281/474-2551 Gulf Coast May 16-17—HUMBLE: Humble Trade Days Find antiques, crafts, collectibles and more. Includes more than 60 booths. Humble Civic Expo Hall. www.humblecc.com 281/446-4140 Gulf Coast May 16-18—PASADENA: 35th Annual Strawberry Festival Features arts & crafts, carnival, barbecue cook-off, beauty pageant, entertainment, children’s pavilion, mud volleyball, specialty acts and more. Pasadena Fairgrounds. www.strawberryfest.org 281/991-9500 Gulf Coast May 16-31—BEAUMONT: Promises, Promises Beaumont Community Players presents this heart-rending musical comedy written by Neil Simon with music by Burt Bacharach. 409/833-4664 Gulf Coast May 16-Jun. 1—HOUSTON: Mr. Marmalade This is a grown-up play about playing grown up in which a precocious 4-year-old enacts a wild vision of adult dysfunction as seen through a child’s eyes. www.stagestheatre.com 713/527-0123 Gulf Coast May 17—BEAUMONT: 2008 Boomtown Film & Music Festival Showcases local and national music and film talent while cultivating the appreciation of both. Features panel discussions with industry professionals, as well as Indie movie screenings. 409/466-0007 Gulf Coast May 17—CORPUS CHRISTI: 33rd Annual Beach to Bay Marathon A 26 point-to-point relay route divided into six legs begins on North Padre Island and ends at Cole Park along Corpus Christi’s scenic downtown. www.beachtobayrelay.com 361/881-6166 Gulf Coast May 17—GALVESTON: Family Fishing Clinic All the basics will be taught then practiced with hands-on fishing. Galveston Island State Park. 409/737-1222 Gulf Coast May 17—KEMAH: Bay Day The Galveston Bay Foundation presents interactive exhibits, activities and demonstrations to introduce people to the Galveston Bay System. www.kemahboardwalk.com 281/334-9880 Gulf Coast May 17—LAKE JACKSON: Gordon the Grouper’s Birthday Party Kids of all ages are invited to explore coastal mystery boxes and make a fish print. Sea Center Texas. www.tpwd.state.tx.us/seacenter 979/292-0100 Gulf Coast May 17—ORANGE: Texas Cajun Heritage Festival Enjoy Cajun music all-day, Cajun crafts and more. City Boat Ramp/Recreation Area. www.orangetexas.org 409/883-1011 Gulf Coast May 17—PORT ARTHUR: Cajun Celebration Jefferson County Singles Club. 409/983-5118 Gulf Coast May 17-18—HOUSTON: Seventh Annual Country Roots Music Festival Harken back to the roots of “real” country, with juke box covers and original tunes reminiscent of the honky tonk days of Ray Price, Hank Williams Sr. and Patsy Cline. Hours are noon to 4 p.m. Traders Village www.tradersvillage.com 281/890-5500 Gulf Coast May 17-18—PORT ARANSAS: Anglers on Wheels This fishing tournament is for the physically challenged, plus their families and friends. Woody’s Sports Center. 210/637-8316 Gulf Coast May 17-19—PORT ARANSAS: Songwriter’s Showcase/Art Festival Arts & crafts booths are open Saturday and Sunday. Local singers/songwriters perform Monday in the historic Tarpon Inn courtyard. www.portaransasartcenter.org/events 361/749-7334 Gulf Coast May 18—LA PORTE: 18th Annual Monumental Bug Bash Includes bugs, beetles and other Volkswagen vehicles. San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site. www.bayareavwclub.com 713/398-0183 or 281/479-2431 Gulf Coast May 19—HOUSTON: Contrasting Moods: Shostakovich & Bizet Dmitri Shostakovich’s introspective Cello Concerto is a stark contrast with Georges Bizet’s light and lively Symphony in C Major. Zilkha Hall, Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. 713/315-2525 Gulf Coast May 20—SOUTH PADRE ISLAND: Plaza Suite South Padre Island Convention Center. www.elpaseoarts.com 956/772-9097 Gulf Coast May 20-Jun. 1—HOUSTON: The Drowsy Chaperone Hobby Center for the Performing Arts. www.tuts.com 713/558-TUTS or 888/558-3882 Gulf Coast May 22, 24-25, 30-Jun. 1—HOUSTON: Three Classics, Five Tangos Includes a world premiere by James Kudelka, Falling and Five Tangos. Wortham Theater Center. www.houstonballet.org 713/227-2787 Gulf Coast May 24—EDNA: Memorial Day Fun & Games Includes volleyball, horseshoes, washer toss, sack races, dunking booth and more from 2 to 4 p.m. Lake Texana State Park. 361/782-5718 Gulf Coast May 24—HARLINGEN: Cemetery Clean Up Hours are 9 to 11 a.m. Harlingen City Cemetery. 956/216-5302 Gulf Coast May 24—PALACIOS: Palacios Market Days 5th and Main Street. www.palacioschamber.com 800/611-4567 Gulf Coast May 24-25—PORT ARTHUR: S.A.L.T. Fishing Rodeo Fishing tournament includes inshore and offshore and a children’s category. Pleasure Island. E-mail: jthompson14@qt.rr.com 409/718-8787 Gulf Coast May 24-25—ROCKPORT: Festival of Wines Offers wine tasting, entertainment, cooking demonstrations and more. Hours from 4 to 10 p.m. Texas Maritime Museum Grounds. E-mail: klrd@pelicancoast.net 361/729-1271 or 361/729-5460 Gulf Coast May 24-26—HOUSTON: Heroes for H.O.P.E. Music & Arts Festival Includes 18-plus live bands/musicians, more than 250 artisans and vendors, games, rides and more. Eleanor Tinsley Park. www.heroesforhope.com 281/768-6007 Gulf Coast May 30-31—BAYTOWN: Little Old Ladies in Tennis Shoes Baytown Little Theater. 281/424-7617 Gulf Coast back to top

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