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March 23-25
Young County PRCA Rodeo. Young County Arena, 120 Barclay Blvd, Graham, TX 76450. For more information call 940-521-0434.
March 24
NCTC Bull Sale
New Gainesville Livestock Auction, Gainesville, TX . Bulls sell at 10 a.m. Offering 30 to 40 bulls from multiple breeds developed and performance tested at NCTC. For more information about bulls, the sale or registering to bid by phone call 940-668-4217.
March 25
13th Annual Red River Wine & Beer Festival
JS Bridwell Ag Center, 111 N Burnett, Wichita Falls, TX 76301. Novices to connoisseurs can choose from more than 44 different Texas wines to sample and craft beer tastings, all under one roof. Each guest receives a souvenir wine glass plus an official guide listing a profile of each winery at the festival and details about their offerings that day. When guests are not tasting wine, they can sample specialty beers in the Beer Corral, tap their toes to live music. Select vendors will also provide a bevy of food and merchandise for purchase. At the end of the evening, cast your vote for the “Festival Favorite.” 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. For more info call Karol Gilbert at .
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.
April 1
Greater Wise Festival of Arts, Crafts & Creations
Weatherford College Wise County on Hwy. 380, between Decatur and Bridgeport. Decatur, TX. The festival will begin at 8 a.m. and close at 4 p.m. For more information about the festival call the Area Business Women’s Network, Debbie Bounds at 817-899-8529 or Gaby Scherer at 817-528-0276.
