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One of the Greatest Towns In Texas

Luckenbach, TX. Population: 3
By far one of my favorite places in this state. I light up whenever I talk about it and there’s not even that much there. Maybe that’s why I love it so! Maybe it’s because of the song. I’m not sure.
If you ever find yourself on Highway 290 between Fredericksburg and Johnson City, do yourself a favor and take a little detour. You’ll turn off 290, drive about ten minutes up the road and be careful not to miss your turn. You’ll find the general store (with a bar in the back), the dancehall and outdoor stage. Deep in the heart of Texas.
The general store has a lot of items that you can purchase. People come here from near and far, for good reason. This place is awesome! I mean, there’s even a cat that roams around, I like to think it’s the soul of one of original people from Luckenbach.

Luckenbach is incredibly unique. There are pictures, money, signatures, stickers, hats and pretty much anything you can think of covering the walls, ceilings and floor in the bar. It’s pretty awesome just checking out everything there and each time you go, there’s something new. (I stopped by twice on this trip. Once obviously wasn’t enough.)

While I was in the general store, a couple people were talking about the history of the town. Apparently, years ago, the town went up for sale. A local rancher purchased the town as it was a middle point between himself and a few friends. They used it as a place to get together in between their ranches and catch up, enjoy some tunes and have a few cold ones.

Had to get a picture with the bartender! When in Luckenbach, drink a Shiner. It’s the Texas way.

My first time visiting Luckenbach was a few years ago. When we had stopped, we asked the bartender who he had seen walk thru there. They pointed us to a man who was sitting on a bar stool and said “You should ask him. He’s been here a while.”. Well, this man had a patch on one eye and proceeded to tell us that Kenny Chesney was there the week prior, he had seen them all, George Strait, Willie and the list went on and on. To be a fly on the wall.

(Above) This band was playing in the dancehall on Saturday night.
(Below) This band was playing on the outdoor stage on Sunday morning.

Even the armadillos get in on the fun!
If you’re ever in the area, be sure to stop by. If you’ve been, I’d love to hear about your experience!

Texas Tuesday link up with Amanda from Princess of the Panhandle and Crystal from Masons Mama. This is a chance for any blogger to participate in a post on the greatness of Texas! There’s so much to explore!

Texas Music June 2013 Preview

Texas summers bring Texas music.

If you really wanted to, you could attend a different show nearly everyday and possibly not pay for a ticket for any of them.

There’s a ton of great shows coming up around the Dallas / Fort Worth area and you’d be a fool to miss them. That’s right, a fool!

Venues:
The Capital Bar – Fort Worth – Sponsored by The Ranch radio station located off West 7th Street this is your “bar” locale. View the backyard patio standing, sitting from either a table or up above from the deck. Grab a cold Shiner while you’re at it. The only thing you need to worry about is parking (gets a little tight in this area).

Panther Island Pavilion – Fort Worth – Catch the act on stage from either a chair (bring you’re own), blanket on the green or from a tube (can also rent), kayak, canoe or paddleboard on the Trinity River. Beverages available to purchase (cannot bring your own).

Levitt Pavilion – Arlington, TX – Outdoor stage, bring a blanket, chair, cooler, snacks, whatever tickles your fancy. If you are looking for a really good seat in front of the stage, be sure to get there early.

Here are a few of my upcoming favorites that I’m really looking forward to checking out this month:

Uncle Lucius – 06/15 at the Leavitt Pavilion
I have a good friend in Austin who recommends shows to catch their shows. He told me not to miss this one. I would trust his judgement. He’s never led me astray!

Jonathan Tyler & The Northern Lights – 06/20 at Panther Island Pavilion
I first saw these guys open up for Grace Potter and the Nocturnals a while ago and loved them. My concert buddy and I have been looking forward to seeing them ever since!

William Clark Green – 06/26 Capital Bar
(Most Excited About)
The more I listen to this guy the more I like him. His voice is amazing, his stories and songwriting inspirations grab your attention. Give him a whirl.

A few other shows you should check out this month:
06/12 – Mickey and the Motorcars, Capital Bar
06/13 – Six Market Boulevard, Panther Island Pavilion
06/19 – Cody Canada, Capital Bar
06/27 – Thieving Birds, Panther Island Pavilion
06/29 – Jason Eady, Levitt Pavilion

Volkswagen Car Rally

While I was visiting Fredericksburg in April, there happened to be a Volkswagen convention in town. There’s literally a different event every weekend year round in Fredericksburg. (Check out their calendar. It’s packed!) It was like walking into the 1970’s seeing all these cars. I think the best way to describe this is to let the photo’s speak for themselves. There were one to two hundred cars around, a great variety.

Here ya go!

Growing up, I use to want a bug – I thought they were so cute. Now, if I had to pick I’d go for the Thing.

This dune buggy – I’d love to take for an off road drive!

I have no idea what this is (below), but it really reminds me of the Bat-mobile.

Texas Tuesday link up with Amanda from Princess of the Panhandle and Crystal from Masons Mama. This is a chance for any blogger to participate in a post on the greatness of Texas! There’s so much to explore!