Making Every Stitch Count!

On January 30-31, 2010
10:00-4:00,
Washington-on the-Brazos State Historic Park

Throughout the park, artisans will be demonstrating the various textile skills early Texans used for survival to make clothing and bedding and for decoration to make their house a “home”. In order to develop a better appreciation of these skills, visitors can observe as well as learn these skills through hands-on activities.

In conjunction with the demonstrations (quilting, spinning, weaving, rug hooking, and fancywork), the Brenham Friendship Quilters Guild will be hosting a Quilt Show in the Conference Center, artisans will be demonstrating in the Education Center, The Star of the Republic Museum will have displays and information on the extensive selection of textiles located throughout the museum, Barrington Living History Farm will be interpreting 1850s textile skills, and the Visitor Center will have various displays plus retail items for sale.

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Unity Theatre Chopin Show Tunes

January 16, 2010
8:00pm
Unity Theatre
Brenham, Texas

In a special benefit performance, Rick Rowley returns to the Unity Theatre stage to play favorites from Chopin and other classical composers. After intermission, vocalist Rose Taylor will join him to sing selections from Gershwin and some of your favorite musicals. Meet the musicians afterwards at a special wine and cheese reception.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR!!

Why not make a resolution to get away for a week-end with friends and or family!! For the months of January and February 2010, take a 15% discount off any room at Wrigley House when you mention this Blog!

There are still a few rooms left for the Spring Round Top Antiques Fair so book now to be sure to get a room for the last week in March and first week in April.

There are lots of things happening before that, so be sure to check them out on the Washington County Chamber of Commerce website www.brenhamtexas.com

For those who just can't wait for the spring show, why not try the winter shows in Brenham and Round Top:
Brenham Winter Antiques Show
January 9th 9:00-5:00; January 10th, 10:00-4:00
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS HALL
2804 Gun & Rod Road
Brenham, Tx
Country & Formal furniture, antique glass & china, sterling silver, original paintings, estate jewelry, and fabulous Folk Art including hard to find collectibles of all sorts. Look for vintage baskets, oriental rugs, old toys, quilts & linens as well as a nice selection of vintage rustic garden furnishings and architectural pieces which gardeners love to collect. An added attraction is the Farmer's Market on the grounds with fresh produce, free-range eggs, jams, jellies,the famous Cowboy Candy and home baked breads.

January 16 10:00-5:00, January 17 10:00-4:00
Big Red Barn
Highway 237
Round Top, Texas
Event Description
The Original Round Top Antiques Fair Winter Antiques Show in the Big Red Barn.

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New Year Celebrations…. Texas Style!
How will you be celebrating the end of one decade and welcoming the next?! Head out to the country! We have plenty of celebrations just waiting for you! These parties were highlighted on Deborah Duncan's Great Day, Houston!

The 23rd Annual New Year’s Eve Party at Round Top Festival Institute kicks off at 8 pm on December 31 with appetizers and beverages in the Menke House. After an incredible buffet supper dance into the New Year with the live performance of The Black Cat Choir. Of course, the champagne, sparklers, ringing bells and Auld Lang Syne will be part of the midnight celebration. Reservations are required and the deadline is December 27. Lodging accommodations are also available! Call 979-249-3129 or www.FestivalHill.org.
Enjoy the New Year’s Eve Buffet at the Inn at Dos Brisas with a five-course or seven-course meal at the only Forbes 5-Star dining in the Lone Star State! Relais & Chateaux Grand Chef, Jason Robinson will prepare the organic, seasonal produce picked from the Inn’s garden to create a culinary masterpiece! Reservations are required. Plan to stay in one of the plush casitas wrapping you in luxury. For additional information and reservations, call 979-277-7750 or www.DosBrisas.com.
Rendez-vous, the fusion food wine bar in the heart of downtown Brenham has Chris Austin Martinez in for a live concert! No doubt the cozy restaurant will be filled with music, food and a few beverages as you bring in 2010! Reservations are required, so book early! For reservations, call 979-337-9200.
The Falls Resort in New Ulm will also have a New Year’s Eve Celebration from 6 pm to 1 am. The dinner buffet will be served from 6 to 9 pm with live entertainment by the Southern Comfort Band. Ring in the New Year with a Champagne Toast. Reservations are required. Ask about the special holiday rates for lodging. Call 979-992-3123 for additional details!

Take a deep breath...
And picture yourself driving winding country roads and visiting quiet villages – all in Washington County, located between Houston and Austin on Hwy. 290. Brenham, the county seat and home of Blue Bell ice cream, is a bustling small town of about 14,000 friendly folks with an historic downtown filled with shops and dining options. Start 2010 out right with a visit to Brenham and Wrigley House Bed and Breakfast!
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Yuletide Treasures - the perfect Christmas Gift

Dec. 11-13

Select a Christmas Package too big to fit under the tree. Leave the crowds and traffic behind for a weekend get-away and discover the two best-kept secrets between Austin and Houston: Festival Institute in Round Top and Unity Theatre in Brenham.

Make a weekend reservation at Wrigley House Bed and Breakfast and attend "It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" at Unity Theatre on Friday night, catch a performance at Festival Hill on Saturday afternoon, and the rest of the time is yours to do some leisurely shopping in historic downtown Brenham or Round Top.

December 11-13

Friday, Dec. 11, 8:00pm, Unity Theatre, Brenham:
"It's a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play."
A double-dose of holiday nostalgia.

Saturday, Dec. 12, 3:00 pm, Festival Hill, Round Top
"A Twisted Holiday"
Gay Men Chorus of Houston
Bayou City Women's Chorus and
Bayou City Chorale
Familiar holiday tunes and not-so familiar "twisted" tunes will tweak the holiday season.

Two Holiday Favorites, one unforgettable weekend.

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Giddings-Stone Mansion Tour and Trunk Show

November 21st and 22nd
Trunk Show 11 am to 5 pm
Home Tour 1pm-4pm
Admission #10 per person.
Catch the Christmas spirit! The Giddings-Stone Mansion will be packed with vendors and their holiday wares just right for gifting. The Holiday Home Tour has been a cherished tradition of the Heritage Society of Washington County, raising funds for renovating and rejuvenating the Mansion and Giddings-Wilkins House. Seven homes of historic and architectural note are beautifully decorated for Christmas and are sure to put you in the holiday spirit. Tickets are available only at the Mansion and valid both days to the Trunk Show and Home Tour and Antique Fair. Stay for a Special treat Join us back at the Mansion on Saturday from 5 to 6 for wine and cheese and door prizes! NEW THIS YEAR! Don't miss the Antique Fair on the grounds of the Mansion Saturday and Sunday! Admission is included in your Trunk Show and Home Tour ticket.

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Halloween Discount

Booooo - take a discount so big it's almost scary! Book Halloween week-end at Wrigley House and take 50% off the second night! (you must mention that you saw the special on Facebook or this blog)