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Gus Gustafson gave me a heads up that his group KMG is performing at Brewbaker's Pub on Friday, July 30, 2010 from 7 pm - 10pm.   KMG stands for Kevin Tinney, Mia Tallant, & Gus Gustafson.

There will be a special appearance by Nick & Madison Tallant on percussion.  Also, Stephanie Hamilton will perform a few tunes, on her way to the American Idol auditions.  Randy Lindsey & Alex Orelchikov will also perform a few numbers.

It's great to see our local talent get exposure in the various venues around town.  Come on out for a fun and relaxing evening.

Brewbaker's Pub
210 N. Main St.
Winnsboro, TX
903-342-6119

Gina's Creative Cakes is a great place to drop by when you're shopping in downtown Winnsboro.  And while the summer heat seems to be turned up, Gina is serving up her creamy, signature chilled cheesecake by the slice to cool things down.

So take a break and enjoy!  Gina, creative soul that she is, will surprise you with one of her favorite flavors.  Which flavors she makes on a given day is decided when she arrives at work.  Don't be shy.  Every flavor - vanilla, strawberry and peanut butter being only three of the many possiblities - is delicious.

Creative Cakes & Catering by Gina
114 E. Elm St.
Winnsboro, TX
903-342-1020
www.creativecakeswinnsboro.com

It's always exciting to see our local artists, musicians and writers honored with awards.

Maryann Miller reports over at Winnsboro Today about the awards won by Lynn Adler, Al Moore and Jory Sherman. She has written a great story, so I'm just going to give you the link so you can read it yourself.

Read the article here.

Make your reservations NOW for the upcoming Quitman Community Theatre production of Two by Two.  The production is a Richard Rogers musical about the story of Noah and the Ark.  It is, according to Becky, both funny and respectful.

Miles Mutchler and Cora Beaty star in the play, with Keith Haisten, Kay McEntire, Micah Brooks, Hannah Graham, Brett Murphy and Candace Brooks performing as well.  The play is directed by Bob Hibbard.

This is the 18th production staged by the QCT. As usual, the performances will be on two consecutive Friday and Saturday evenings, as well as two Sunday matinees.

July 30, 31; August 1, 6, 7, 8.
Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 pm
Sunday matinees, 2 pm
Carroll Green Civic Center, Quitman Texas.

On July 30 at 6;45 pm, there will be
an "Opening Night Gala"
sponsored by the Quitman Pilot Club.

Tickets: $10 for adults; $5 children under 12

This production is underwritten by the Quitman Development Corporation. 

Call for your reservations. The past several plays have been sell outs!

903-967-2164

Maryann Miller announced on Winnsboro Today that Gay Ingram of Pittsburg will be signing copies of her latest book, Twist of Fate, at the Winnsboro Center for the Arts Friday, July 16 and Saturday, July 17 from 1pm-4pm. This event ties in with the 3rd Friday Arts Festival. She'll also have some of her other books as well. The WCA, a non-profit organization, will receive a portion of the books sales.

Twist of Fate, set of the Western Plains in the 1700s, tells the story of Audelia, who was captured by the Indians and later returned to her family. She calls on all her experience and courage to overcome the unexpected turn of events in her life.

While you're downtown for CRAZY DAZE and the 3rd Friday festivities, be sure to drop by the WCA, meet Gay and get an autographed copy for yourself or for a gift.

June's CRAZY DAZE was an instant hit with shoppers. There's a whole new crop of special offers for July's CRAZY DAZE coming up July 15-17. To get advance notice of what the offers will be, sign up for the Weekend Planner.  CRAZY DAZE will be the featured item every month, along with other Guest Pass offers available to subscribers, including special packages at our historic B&Bs.

CRAZY DAZE will be held every month in conjunction with the 3rd Friday Arts Festival.  “3rd Friday” runs from 10:00am-6:00pm on Friday, and 10:00am-5:00pm on Saturday, and is held in and around the Depot. 

The Arts Festival showcases various artists and their creative talents.   Painting, photography, printmaking, music, dance, performance, fiber arts, and hand-crafted ceramics, sculpture and jewelry are welcome to the Festival.  Registration is required, but no vendor fees are being charged to participants.  This is a free event sponsored by the Cultural Arts District, headed by Sandy Page.

This month, the Winnsboro Shopping Cart Drill Team will be collecting recyclables, some of which will be used by students in the Green Art workshop at the Winnsboro Center for the Arts on July 16th.  An “Open House” displaying the art will be held at the Winnsboro Center for the Arts on July 24th.  

Watch the Drill Team's routine Friday at 2pm at the Depot and 5:30 pm on Market Street.

This week, you can pick up blue recycling bags at Art & Espresso. The recycling truck will be at the Depot from 11am-3pm on Friday.



 

American Legion Post 340
will host a spaghetti dinner fundraiser



Saturday, July 10th from 5 pm - 7 pm
at Post Headquarters, 201 W. Broadway, Winnsboro, TX.

The spaghetti dinner includes salad, bread, desert and tea.

All donations will be used to support community-related
activities sponsored by the American Legion (minimum
$5 donation per person).

Attendees may either enjoy a sit-down meal or order meals to go.
Contact Jerry Poe at 903-629-3460.

If you're one of the quick ones to sign up for Nancy Falster's upcoming Mozzarella Cheese class at Falster Farm, you'll learn a fun and easy way to make this Italian favorite.  I say "quick" because Nancy holds classes in her kitchen, so space is limited, so get on the list early to save your place.

You'll get to eat what is made (she'll be serving Queso Blanco with the Mozzarella) and take home the recipe.

These classes are great fun when you bring a friend.  If you get someone to sign up with you, you'll be entered in a drawing for a free gift. Can't beat that. These classes always bring rave reviews from those who attend. Men and women alike enjoy learning how to make something new. . . and then sampling!

By the way, she'll have eggs from their pampered chickens for sale, as well as books on health and nutrition.

Saturday, July 10 starting at 10:30 am.
$20 for advance reservations; $30 at the door

Falster Farm
2112 CR 4778
903-629-3034

Directions from Winnsboro:
South on Hwy 37 6.5 miles
Left at CR 4750, up the hill to CR 4760
Go South on CR4760 1.3 miles to CR 4778
Go due South on CR 4778 and look for the white pipe fence


Chef Nancy pouring the curds and stretching the mozzarella.


Follow- up:

After the class, Chef Nancy sent me this comment from a class participant.

I just attended a mozzarella cheese making class at Falster Farms which was worth every penny for the registration. Not only did I learn how to make fresh mozzarella cheese but I also got an yummy nutrient dense meal and loads of information on preparing nutrient dense foods for my family. I highly recommend this Chef Nancy class!

J.M. from McKinney, TX

The Farmers' Market is really picking up steam as people come to buy and sell.  But it's also getting very steamy as the summer progresses.

The new opening time is  8 am on Saturday mornings.  The vendors will likely be sold out and gone by 11:00-11:30 at the latest.

Right now you can get fresh produce, dairy products, jams/jellies and more.

Can I tempt you?  Sweet corn, tomatoes, watermelon, cantaloupe, purple hull peas, squash, bell peppers, onions, blueberries and blackberries are currently in season. 

The Jack Cross Pavilion at City Park provides plenty of shade, so come on over.

Check out the Winnsboro Farmer's Market site.

There are so many good reasons why it's great to live in a small town.  And the 4th of July is one of them.

The Winnsboro Chamber of Commerce is hosting the annual Fireworks in the Park on Saturday, July 3, 2010. The day-long event will include live music, traditional hot dogs and soft drinks. . . and all around family fun. Bring your lawn chairs.

A fireworks display will take place around dusk as the finale to the day.

For information, call the Chamber at 903-342-3666.