Spring has sprung in Brenham!!!

Blue Bell Creameries is open for tours and waiting to take you on a tour which ends with a scoop of “the best ice cream in the country!” March 15-19, Blue Bell Creameries will expand their tours to accommodate more visitors. Tours of the little Creamery will be conducted between 8:10 a.m. and 3 p.m., with groups of 50 people at a time every 10 minutes! This year, visitors will be able to purchase tickets for a specific time on that particular day at the information booth in Blue Bell’s courtyard. Of course, if Spring Break 2009 is any indicator of this year’s event, get to Blue Bell early to buy your tour tickets. If you choose not to take a tour you can watch the Blue Bell Creameries history movie in an outdoor tent and buy your scoop! www.bluebell.com or 800.327.8135

Washington-on-the-Brazos State Historic Site is THE place to enjoy the beauty of spring and connect to your inner-Texan! Known as the “Birthplace of Texas,” this is where the Texas Declaration of Independence was signed by 59 brave men as the Texians battled the Mexican dictator Santa Anna. As this document was being crafted, heroes protecting the Alamo died and General Sam Houston built an army which would eventually defeat Santa Anna in the battle of San Jacinto on April 21 in only 18 minutes. There is so much to see and do while visiting the nearly 300-acre park! Tour the replica of Independence Hall; mosey on down the trail to see where ferries crossed the Brazos River. Tour the two-story Star of the Republic Museum and don’t miss all the animals and action taking place at Barrington Living History Farm, the 1850s working farm of the last president of the Republic of Texas. The park is open seven days a week.

www.birthplaceoftexas.com or 936.878.2214

Lace up your skates and enjoy Silver Wings Ballroom’s special Spring Break hours! Tuesday, Friday and Saturday have some fantastic deals and even some family rates! For more details, call 979.836.4836 or www.silverwingsballroom.com.

Are you ready to take on the rest of the family and declare yourself as the miniature golf pro, king or queen of laser tag or the Jeff Gordon of go-carts?! Horseshoe Junction is the place for all these activities and more! The state-of-the-art game world mecca has arcade games galore, laser tag, a rock climbing wall, go-carts, miniature golf and bowling! What else could you possibly want? Hours and special rates take over for Spring Break week! For more information, call 979.251.8701 or check out www.horseshoejunction.com.

Another must see for families is the Monastery of St. Clare’s Miniature Horse Farm. The sisters invite you to come and roam the grounds and gift shop and see these tiny horses and maybe a few newborn foals during their special spring break hours. The farm welcomes visitors during Spring Break on Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Remember, the monastery is closed the week before Easter. www.monasteryminiaturehorses.com or leave a message at 979.836.9652.

These are just a few of the great attractions to see in Washington County for Spring Break. Of course, the shops, the restaurants and other attractions are ready for you to visit! Take a look at our web site for additional details!

Mar 4-7         Unity Theatre presents Mark Twain

Mar 4            Gene Hackemack performing at Rendez-vous

Mar 4            The Round Top Experience: Book Launch Party

Mar 5            Crawfish Boil – Burton

Mar 5            Music Jamboree – Old Brenham Elem.

Mar 5            ”WineDown” on the Deck and Watch the Sun

Mar 6            Texas German Society State Convention -

Mar 6            2nd Annual Cajun Fest – Washington County

Mar 6            Auction at Today And Yesterday – Brenham

Mar 6            International Guitar Festival – Round Top Festival Hill

Mar 11          Gene Hackemack performing at Rendez-vous

Mar 12          This Little Light of Mine – Blinn College

Mar 12          ”WineDown” on the Deck and Watch the Sun Set – Pleasant Hill

Mar 13-14      ”Woodcrafting: A Necessary Skill” – Barrington Living History Farm

Mar 15          Wine Dinners With the Vintner – Murski Homestead B&B

Mar 15-20      Spring Break Camp – Unity Theatre

Mar 18          Friends of Bluebonnet Opry – Silver Wings Ballroom

Mar 18          Gene Hackemack performing at Rendez-vous

Mar 19-20     15th Annual Herbal Forum – Round Top Festival Hill

Mar 19-20     ”Thyme Well Spent” Gift Shop – Round Top Festival Hill

Mar 19          ”WineDown” on the Deck and Watch the Sun Set – Pleasant Hill

Mar 20          The Piano Man - Greg Buenger – Live at Rendez-vous

Mar 20          Texas Master Naturalists Public Seminar – Winedale

Mar 20          Wildflowers of East Texas & Native Grasses – Winedale

Mar 23          Church Basement Ladies- Blinn College O’Donnell Performing Arts

Mar 24          Air Force Academy Band – Brenham HS

Mar 25-26      Rob Landes in Concert – Unity Theatre

Mar 25          Gene Hackemack performing at Rendez-vous

Mar 26          Chris Austin Martinez – Live at Rendez-vous

Mar 26          Catfish & Chicken Tender Dinner – KC Hall – Brenham

Mar 26          ”WineDown” on the Deck and Watch the Sun Set – Pleasant Hill

Mar 26-27     “Good to Great” Marriage Weekend – St. Mary’s – Brenham

Mar 27          The UT Symphony Orchestra – Round Top Festival Hill

Mar 27-28     True Texas Women – Barrington Living History Farm

Mar 30-Apr 3  Marburger Farm Antique Show – Marburger Farm Events Center