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Improve your ranch management skills, learn about state and national issues, enjoy live music and entertainment, and shop the largest ranching expo in the region at the Cattle Raisers Convention on March 29-31 at the Fort Worth Convention Center.
Vintage. Unique. Re-purposed. Handmade. Eclectic. Presented by Wichita County Heritage Society, this event will entice visitors to enjoy the weekend shopping. March 30 and March 31 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Mike Pedersen and Steve Friskup have joined forces to offer a premier sale in order to bring buyers and sellers together in a professional and friendly environment. “A cut above.” Auctioneers will be Steve Friskup and Wade Shaw. Consignment deadline is March 1. On Friday, April 5, cutters will be shown on cattle or mechanical cow while selling; roping, reiner and barrel horse demo and premier riding horse session selling ropers reiners, cutters, sorters, penners and pleasure horses. Consignment fee is $250, includes cattle charge, eight percent commission, no PO fee. On Saturday, April 6, will be a premier mixed session.
Turkey Fest is the spring family-oriented festival in North Texas. Turkey Fest attracted 6,000 festival goers in 2016. We love to see our fest grow. Our team of volunteers loves this annual event. We see the positive impact on our community, our economy and the Henrietta and Clay County Chamber. Turkey Fest is not just for hunters – it’s for the whole family. We make sure we have activities for everyone and every budget. Plus, coming to the fest is free and there are plenty of free children’s activities to keep the kids occupied. Don’t miss this fun annual event on the courthouse square.
The award-winning Denton Redbud Festival is Denton’s Official Arbor Day celebration – promoting community beautification and Denton pride since 1994. The Denton Redbud Festival features dozens of vendors.
Muenster throws one of the biggest parties in Texas, Germanfest, the last full weekend in April. This three-day festival attracts thousands to mouthwatering German sausage, scrumptious apple strudel, hearty cheese and homemade bread, cakes and pies. So, come to Muenster and let us be your host for food, fun and frolic. Be sure to bring a “guten apetit.”
PRCA Rodeo returns to Wichita Falls. Rodeo starts at 7 p.m. nightly at the J.S. Bridwell Ag Center. Events include barrel racing, saddle bronc riding, bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, calf roping and bull riding. Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association is a non-profit organization intending to preserve the heritage of rodeo while benefitting our area youth and community.
District 9 Ropings March 30 and April 27. District finals May 18. Saddles and breast collars to High Point Division Champions. Buckles to Champion Header and Heeler in all divisions.
Sandy Magrath: Dogs of the Southwest art exhibit will open May 1 – June 30 at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Center. A meet the artist reception will be 3:30-6:30 p.m. on May 9 at the cente.r Magrath of Norman is inspired by the designs and colors of the Southwest, and by her dogs. She has painted dogs with personality and her work will be available to purchase through the Heritage Center.
