Dedicated to Marble Falls....
Gateway to the Texas Hill Country

In this Issue

• History and Culture
• Up Coming Events
• Things To Do
• New Businesses
• Cuisine
• Tips on Travel

History of Marble Falls

General Adam R. Johnson traveled to Texas in 1854, viewed the falls and surrounding countryside, and knew he wanted to make Marble Falls his home. Marble Falls is named for a 22 foot ledge of pink Texas marble on the Colorado River, now hidden by Lake Marble Falls. Johnson returned to Marble Falls and officially founded the city in 1887.

Johnson's first home is now a Texas Bed and Breakfast, Liberty Hall Guest Haus, overlooking Lake Marble Falls. Liberty Hall is rich in history. The land for Liberty Hall was awarded in 1836 to the heirs of Captain William Baker, a Hero of the Alamo. Liberty Hall was also the home of Dr. George and "Birdie" Harwood 1919-1935, the first woman mayor in America in 1917.

Things to Do

October is Wine Month in Texas! Lost Creek Vineyard Is Celebrating National Pasta Month, Every Weekend In October. Complementary Wine And Pizza Pairing, Along With Pasta Recipes Prepared Especially For You By Our Pouring Staff. Featured Will Be " Miss Charlotte’s Lost Creek Lasagna" Served With Our Award-Winning Wines !! Mon.-Sat. 10-5 Sun. 12-5 Location: 1129 RR 2233 Sunrise Beach/Kingsland Exit Off Hwy. 71 For more information call 325-388-3753.

MOONLIGHT MADNESS Thursday, October 28 A group of merchants, businesses, restaurants and media companies who provide a true savings bonanza for the community, a selling bonanza for retailers and a fun event for customers and participants. This is not intended to be a "trick-or-treating" event for children. Some businesses will provide events for children, but the focus is on adults and SHOPPING!!!!

Sponsors and organizers include but not limited to: Sutherlands * River City Grille * The Picayune **Radio Hill Country KBAY 92.5 FM, 1340 AM and KHLB 106.9 FM*Johnson Sewell Ford * Hulsey Burton Real Estate * Blue Bonnet Café* Printworks

It's time to Harvest the Fall Fun! at Sweet Berry Farm
Open all of October with family fun activities such as:

• Pumpkin Painting
• Stuff Your Own Scarecrow
• Hay rides and the kiddie Maze
• The Hayfield Maze
• Ice Cream (you've got to try the Pumpkin Pie flavor)
• Pet the Goats, see the Horses
• and of course: Pumpkins, Gourds, Squash and More!

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday
8:30am to 5:30pm
Sunday - 1pm to 5pm
Closed Wednesday's
For more information and directions see their website.

November Activities

Walkway of Lights - November 19 and runs through January 2, 2005. Imagine over one million twinkling lights on trees and sculptures reflecting on the sparkling waters of beautiful Lake Marble Falls! Stroll leisurely along this self-guided winter wonderland walk and experience the magic of Christmas Marble Falls style! The largest lighted pole tree boasts over 17,000 multi-colored lights and a lighted tunnel touts over 12,000 clear lights. Both of these treasures together with the whimsical, patriotic, religious, traditional and not so traditional sculptures create the Walkway of Lights.Hours are 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm daily. Admission is free to the public but donations are cheerfully and gratefully accepted. Located on the lake at the 281 bridge.

Vanishing Texas River Cruise With a vast number of trees and wildlife, a river cruise provides an excellent opportunity to see up close and personal. October through November... Autumn Foliage Cruises. Besides the spender of colors, the autumn season is the return of many migratory birds that flew north during spring. White Pelicans, Osprey, Egrets, Terns, and some Herons. November through March... Eagle Cruises. Winter and early spring are dominated by some twenty-five American Bald Eagles that migrate to the Texas Colorado River Canyon for the winter. Seeing these national symbols soaring through a crisp cloudless blue sky is a sight no one will ever forget. Even rainy days offer spectacular views of the birds sitting majestically on their treetop perches. Winter weather is no burden as the fully enclosed heated cabin provides plenty of warmth with steaming refreshments available. For more information please visit them online.

New Businesses

The Wagon Yard RV Park - full hook-ups and Pull thrus with 50 & 30 Amp service, bathroom facilities with showers, laundry room, recreation hall and Internet access. Located in Burnet. For more information please call 1-800-840-3371 or local 512-756-8109.

Cowgirl Detailing - Cars, Boats, Trucks, RV's, Dump Trucks - Located in Granite Shoals 830-598-6442. Call for discount days information.

Restaurants

Jamin House Cafe
Jane and Bill Allen have brought the flavor and romance of the Caribbean Islands to Marble Falls, Texas. Try the sought after Fiery, Deep Fried Coconut Shrimp served with pineapple plum sauce or some Mahi and the El Dorado with lime butter, will surely tickle your taste buds! Melt-in-your-mouth steaks are grilled and served with Jerk sauce, a Caribbean barbeque sauce. Hungry for a pizza? Homemade desserts are decadently delicious and delightful! You will love the Key Lime Mousse Pie with lime sauce and fresh whipped cream, the Chocolate Fudge Rum Cake with strawberry sauce and fresh whipped cream, the Chilled Banana Toffee Pie with fresh bananas and whipped cream or the Homemade Sherbet of the Day made with fresh fruit. Located at 617 Broadway, one block South of 1431 and one block East of Hwy 281. JaminHouse.com (830) 693-3979

Travel Tips

Always leave a copy of your itinerary or phone number with family and friends back home. This way you can easily be reached in case of emergency.

Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday are generally cheaper days to fly on because not many business travelers are flying.

Always pack in advance; it will decrease your chances of forgetting something. Pack what you want to take with you, and then unpack half of it. Generally, people pack more then they need.

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