Glen Rose, Texas Event Calendar

April 7 thru 11 - Early Bird Wood Carving
Featuring wood carvers teaching their craft to the public at Oakdale Park. For more information call 254-897-2321 or www.oakdalepark.com.

April 12 - Cheetah Sunset Safari Dinner & Tour - Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Enjoy a delicious three course dinner in the glassed-in pavilion located at the Foothills Safari Camp, overlooking the main watering hole for the Wildlife Center. Listen to our own “Cheetah Lady”, Molly Hurst, speak about these graceful endangered animals and Fossil Rim’s effort for their conservation for future generations. Learn how your continued support ensures their survival. Then board an open-air vehicle to take a sunset tour of the Wildlife Center to see the animals as they reclaim the center. Cost: $90.00 per adult and $55.00 per child ages 3-11, excluding tax and gratuity. Includes a guided sunset tour in an open-air vehicle and a three course dinner. Dinner served at 6:30 pm and tour at 8:00 pm. For Reservations, Contact the Lodge Staff at 254-897-2960, extension 651.

April 13 - Gazelles on the Go! - Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Pronking, springing, stotting – Find out for yourself why these animals are a favorite to watch. Activities may include crafts, stories, games, and more, plus a guided tour to visit the graceful gazelles – including some of the newest additions to the Fossil Rim herd. Leap into action and make your reservations today! Recommended for ages 5-9. At the Eco Center. Meets at the Eco Center. Cost is $10 per person. 10% discount for members. Reservations are required, and it is recommended that reservations be made at least 3 days in advance. For more information, email info@fossilrim.org. To register, call 254-897-2960 ext. 312. This program is also available to private groups; call for details and pricing.

April 12 & 13 - Woodcarver Show & Sale
Two-day sale open to the public at Oakdale Park. Displays of woodcarving, tools, supplies and blanks.For more information call 254-897-2321 or www.oakdalepark.com.

April 14 thru 18 - Woodcarver Rally
Featuring woodcarvers from around the country. Activities include classes, fellowship and fun at Oakdale Park. Small fee - For more information call 254-897-2321 or www.oakdalepark.com.

April 19 - Heart of Texas 2008 Dinosaur Reunion - Texas Corvair Roundup
Corvair car show around the historic downtown square from 10 a.m. to noon. Corvair automobiles, station wagons, trucks and vans from 1960 to 1969. Hosted by the North Texas Corvair Association. For information contact Scott at 817-721-7135.

April 19 - Girls' Night Out
Downtown Glen Rose celebration featuring vendors, shopping discounts and refreshments. glenrosetxassoc@aol.com

April 18 thru 20 – American Miniature Horse Show
Horses 34 inches and under from all across Texas and the surrounding states competing in halter and driving classes. Also divisions for horses 34 to 38 inches and Shetland Ponies 38 to 46 inches. 254-897-4509 or www.glenroseexpo.org for more information.

April 24 thru 28 - Corriente Show and Roping
Livestock Show at the Somervell County Expo Center. This is the 10th anniversary show for the Texas Corriente Cattle Association and will feature a number of classes including An Ugliest Cow in Texas contest and a youth roping. For more information call 325-201-3201 or visit www.texascorrientecattleassociation.com.

April 26 - 12:00p-1:30p - Giraffe Talk & Tour - Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Meet Fossil Rim’s gentle giants up close! Discover the amazing adaptations that these animals have through a brief Power Point presentation given by one of our Fossil Rim Educators. Then go on a short guided tour to visit Fossil Rim’s giraffes. All ages welcome. Meets at the Eco Center. Cost is $10 per person. 10% discount for members. Reservations are not required, but space is limited, so if you would like to pre-register, please call 254-897-2960 ext. 312.

April 27 - Fossil Dig and Hike - Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Have you ever wondered why we’re called Fossil Rim Wildlife Center? After a brief introduction to fossils, so that you will know what you’re looking for, we’ll head off to one of our fossil pits and dig in! You’ll be able to keep at least a couple of the fossils that you find. After the dig, we’ll take you on a guided tour through the Game Preserve, where the giraffes and zebras live. All ages welcome. Meets at the Eco Center. Cost is $20 per person. 10% discount for members. We will be hiking to and from the fossil pit area. Reservations are required, and it is recommended that reservations be made at least 3 days in advance. For more information, email info@fossilrim.org. To register, call 254-897-2960 ext. 312. This program is also available to private groups; call for details and pricing.

May 2 - Splash Day at Oakdale Park
Annual event that has been taking place for generations and marks the opening of the swimming pool for the summer season. Free swimming day on May 2. For more information call 254-897-2321 or www.oakdalepark.com.

May 9 thru 11 - Texas State Dulcimer & Hammer Dulcimer Festival

Free concerts, workshops, arts and crafts fair and more at Oakdale Park. For more information call 254-897-2321 or www.oakdalepark.com.

May 17 - Sketching Tour - Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
During this guided tour of Fossil Rim’s Scenic Wildlife Drive, we’ll stop at several picturesque views to give you plenty of time to sketch your favorite animals. This is a great tour for photographers, writers, and nature journalists, too! Meets at the Visitor Center parking lot. Cost is $30 per person. Members receive a 10% discount. Reservations are required. For more information, email info@fossilrim.org. To register, call 254-897-2960 ext. 312.

May 17 - Girls’ Night Out - Downtown Glen Rose
Shopping special and refreshments at the shops in downtown Glen Rose. For more information call 254-897-3081.

May 24 thru 26 –Tuley Memorial Weekend Roping

Somervell County Expo - Team roping action with ropers from all of the country competing for cash and prizes. For more information contact 254-897-4509 or www.glenroseexpo.org Free Admission

May 30 - Stargazing Party - Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
"Stargazer Paul Derrick" Astronomy Event for homeschoolers and others
Mr. Derrick returns with a Power Point presentation entitled "Constellations of Spring," a laser pointer "Sky Tour," and Telescope Viewing using Mr. Derrick's 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. For more information, email info@fossilrim.org or call 254-897-2960 ext. 312.

May 31 - Fossil Dig and Hike - Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Have you ever wondered why we’re called Fossil Rim Wildlife Center? After a brief introduction to fossils, so that you will know what you’re looking for, we’ll head off to one of our fossil pits and dig in! You’ll be able to keep at least a couple of the fossils that you find. After the dig, we’ll take you on a guided tour through the Game Preserve, where the giraffes and zebras live. All ages welcome. Meets at the Eco Center. Cost is $20 per person. 10% discount for members. We will be hiking to and from the fossil pit area. Reservations are required, and it is recommended that reservations be made at least 3 days in advance. For more information, email info@fossilrim.org. To register, call 254-897-2960 ext. 312. This program is also available to private groups; call for details and pricing.

June 7 - Family Fun Day: "National Trails Day" -Fossil Rim Wildlife Center
Special activities will be available at Fossil Rim’s Overlook and/or Visitor Center. Activities may include crafts, touch tables, games, animal displays, guided hikes, and other hands-on fun for the whole family. Activities are free with paid admission to Fossil Rim Wildlife Center’s Scenic Wildlife Drive. No reservations required. For more information, call 254-897-2960 ext. 312 or email info@fossilrim.org.

June 21 - Girls’ Night Out - Downtown Glen Rose
Shopping special and refreshments at the shops in downtown Glen Rose. For more information call 254-897-3081.

July 5 - Fourth of July after Party - Texas Amphitheater
Lots of Texas music and fun featuring some of the top performers on today’s Texas music scene. For more information call 254-897-3081.

Every Friday and Saturday - September thru October
The Promise at the Texas Amphitheatre
800-687-2662 - www.thepromiseglenrose.com

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All times and dates are subject to change without notice. Please call the venue or information phone number to confirm event status before traveling.