CALENDAR
March 7-26
Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo
NRG Center- Three NRG Park, Houston, Texas 77054. The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo™ was organized for charitable, educational and scientific purposes to encourage and promote the breeding, raising and marketing of better livestock and farm products at public fairs and to promote and maintain research and educational functions within the livestock industry. It is the general policy of the Show to utilize, in the fiscal year subsequent to which it is earned, the excess of its revenue over expenses for the furtherance of its exempt purpose, including the granting and/or funding of scholarships, educational endowments, agricultural research projects and other similar programs and the funding of related capital additions and improvements. The funds of the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo are used exclusively to meet necessary expenses for its upkeep and operation and in furtherance of the exempt purpose of the organization. Call 832-667-1080 or email [email protected] or visit www.rodeohouston.com.
March 11-25
Rodeo Austin
9100 Decker Lake Road, Austin TX 78724. Over the years, Rodeo Austin has grown from a stock show featuring 16 animals into one of Austin’s premier events, featuring a top 10 ProRodeo, daily concerts, a world class livestock show and more. For more information call 512-919-3000 or email [email protected].
March 23-25
Young County PRCA Rodeo
Young County Arena, 120 Barclay Blvd, Graham, TX 76450. For more information call 940-521-0434.
March 23-25
Young County PRCA Rodeo. Young County Arena, 120 Barclay Blvd, Graham, TX 76450. For more information call 940-521-0434.
March 31 – April 1
2017 San Antonio Cattle Raisers Convention
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, San Antonio, Texas.
The 2017 Cattle Raisers Convention and Expo brings the best education and information to cattle industry participants. The event is open to all ranchers, landowners and cattle industry participants. You’re guaranteed to walk away with ideas and energy that will have a profound and profitable impact on your ranching operation. Make plans to attend “THE LARGEST RANCHING EVENT OF THE YEAR!” For more information visit www.cattleraisersconvention.com.
March 31
Bryant Whitacker Memorial Scholarship Fish Fry
Bowie High School Cafeteria, Bowie, Texas. All proceeds go to Bowie FFA Scholarship fund. For more information call 940-366-5570.
March 31- April 1
Cowboy True
JS Bridwell Ag Center, 111 N Burnett, Wichita Falls, TX 76301.
Cowboy True is a celebration to honor working cowboys and the artwork that comes from their daily lives. During the weekend of March 31-April 1, juried cowboy artists from around the nation will be featured at the J.S. Bridwell Ag Center to display their unique works derived from cowboy life. Categories include: bits, spurs, buckles, jewelry, gun/knife engraving, saddles, boots, trappings/gear, photography, paintings, drawings, sculptures, carving, cowboy cartoons, and pottery. Events for Cowboy True include Friday night artists’ reception and opening, Saturday daytime activities (and exhibit open to the public) and Saturday night dinner, live auction, and entertainment. All proceeds go to The Forum to assist with programming and mission fulfillment. Friday 5:30 p.m. $30 Tickets for Friday night’s event can be purchased through the KYC Box Office. Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free Saturday 5:30pm Dinner & Auction $65.00 per person/$400 Table.
April 1
Guided Tour of the North Texas Horse Country -DATCU Parking Lot, 216 W Mulberry St., Denton, TX 76201. Aboard a luxury motorcoach, a guide narrates the facts and back story of the area. The guided tour visits two premier horse ranches, includes lunch, and gives the visitor an up close and personal look at the equine industry. 2017 Tour Dates: April 1, 2017; May 6, 2017; Oct. 7, 2017; Nov. 4, 2017; Dec. 2, 2017.
April 1
Spivey Hill Challenge- Firemans Park, Graham, TX. 5K begins at 9 a.m. Walk & Talk (Not Timed) 9:10 a.m. Fun Run (Not Timed) 10 a.m. This 5K race is to honor the late Bill Spivey, a long time Graham resident who passed away in 2014. By including “Spivey Hill” in this 5K, this race becomes more of a challenge and you will deserve bragging rights after you complete it. Pre-registration fee is $25 (prior to March 10). $30 (March 11-April 1). Additional race information can be found a www.spiveyhillchallenge.com.
April 1
Decatur 5K
Downtown Decatur Square, Decatur, Texas.
5K will begin at 8 a.m. that morning. Call Mike Bowers at 940-391-9057 for more information.
