Kairos, the Celebration Barn 10th Anniversary Open House - 10/3

Join the owners of Kairos Celebration Barn, 1213 Kott Road, for an Open House celebrating 10 years Saturday October 3, from 3-6 pm. Have your wedding, anniversary celebration, sales meeting or board retreat at the Celebration Barn. Call (830) 990-9515 for more information.

Grand Opening for My Own Chef - 5/18

My Own Chef is unveiling their new location and state-of-the-art kitchen at 721 Brehmer Lane, with their official Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting. Please call 830/997-5458 for more information.

Ambleside School Open House - 2/21

The Ambleside School of Fredericksburg invites families to learn more about the advantages of an Ambleside education at the annual Open House on Saturday, February 21st from 10 a.m. to noon at 106 South Edison. Guests will hear from faculty, parents and students about their experiences at Ambleside. There will also be an overview of the unique curriculum, a presentation of student work and a tour of the classrooms. Light refreshments will be served and childcare is provided. Guests needing childcare should call the school at 990-9059.

Since 1999 the nonprofit Christian school has served kindergarten through twelfth grade students. It is based on the educational philosophy of British educator Charlotte Mason. Miss Mason described education as an atmosphere, a discipline and a life. Ambleside School of Fredericksburg also provides on-site training for teachers and parents from all over the world in the philosophy and practice of a Charlotte Mason education at the model school in Fredericksburg. In time there will be an international community of Ambleside schools.

At Ambleside, all children are viewed as persons, created in the image of God with a vast potential. Students are not classified according to strengths or weaknesses, but all participate in a broad, rigorous curriculum. All children calculate, solve, attend, explore, ponder, recite, paint, and sing. All children are held to a high standard in relationship to self, others, ideas, and work. All children are expected to have their ignorance informed and their weakness strengthened.

Ambleside provides a broad curriculum of inspirational and disciplinary subjects: science, mathematics, Bible, geography, Spanish, nature study, handwork as well as classic literature, art and music. In higher grades, swimming and tennis programs are offered and recently a strings program began. Ambleside offers small classes, minimal homework in the elementary school, and noon dismissal for lower primary grades. No standardized tests or letter grades are used. The main teaching method is written and oral narration.

Halloween Open House - 10/31

Kathy Weigand Photography, Hill Country Images at 515 E. Highway Street, Suite Chaving a fun HALLOWEEN OPEN HOUSE (not spook house) tonight from 5-7 pm. Bring your little trick-or-treater (babies & toddlers) by for a complimentary Halloween Portrait. Refreshments will be served. Please call 830/997-8066 for more information.

Open House at the Fredericksburg Herb Farm - 9/11

The Fredericksburg Herb Farm has undergone recent “sprucing up,”, and the public is invited to an open house to see what’s happening On Thursday from 5-7 pm. Stop by, tour the revamped facilities and help new owners Dick and Rosemary Estenson celebrate this exciting transformation with champagne and hors d’oeuvres. For more information, call 830/997- 8615.

Ambleside School Open House - 2/17

Families who are interested in learning more about Ambleside's educational philosophy and methods are invited to attend their open house next Sunday from 10 am to noon. Please call 830/990-9059 for more information. Ambleside School is located at 106 S. Edison Street.

A Holiday Open House at Artisans at Rocky Hill - 12/7

Anne & Barry Bradley along with Artisans at Rocky Hill, 6266 Highway 290 East, cordially invite you to enjoy a holiday celebration of art with complimentary appetizers, gluhwein and friendship on Friday evening from 5 to 9 pm. Feast your eyes on the fabulous creations of almost 40 area Artisans and Craftsmen. While enjoying the Gallery, visit with the Artisans and learn about their unique skills and talent. Please call 830/990-8160 for more information.

Progressive Farmer’s 2007 Idea House - Ends October 28

Progressive Farmer’s 2007 Idea House is located in Gillespie County, nine miles northeast of Fredericksburg in Cool Water Ranch, located on Sultemeier/Moellering Road, off Ranch Road 1631. The home will be open to the public for touring until October 28^th --- Wednesdays through Saturdays from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The cost is $5. It is the fifth such home to be built across America by Progressive Farmer. Visit the site above for more information or call Fredericksburg Realty at (830)997-6531.

Soto & Schmidt Open House - Oct 26

Come to our Soto & Schmidt's Open House next Friday, October 26. They carry their own collection of fabrics - upholstery and drapery. They will have overhead lighting, lamps, wall decor and an extensive array of items to create a home. Gloria & Fred Soto have taken their design experience and for the last year have been shopping for unusual antiques for today's lifestyle and appropriate to be used in today's homes. In addition to antiques, they have antique reproductions. Each season will bring decor, as well as unique holiday decor. There are gourmet food gifts, as well as other gift items. There is a baby corner of soft blankets and hand embroidered baby pillows. Also, there is a selection of faux florals and green to "make your own" arrangements, as well as extraordinary florals designed and completed by Gloria Soto. She will also custom create florals. Soto & Schmidt is at 232 W. Main Street.

Wine and Cheese Nights at Berkman Books

On Thursday evenings from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Berkman Books, located at 416 East Main Street, offers wine and cheese as you browse their latest selections of both new and used books. For more information, call (830)997-1535.

Quantum Components Open House-4/22

The public is invited to tour the facilities of Quantum Components on Saturday, April 21, 2007. Stop by anytime during 10AM-2PM and learn more.

Grand Re-Opening of the Admiral Nimitz Museum - 2/24-25

The long anticipated $3 million renovation of the Admiral Nimitz Museum is finally over and done with! Celebrate the grand re-opening with the hotel's fully restored Grand Ballroom, complete with mezzanine and catering facilities.

The Grand Opening Ceremonies and Ribbon Cutting will be held Sunday, February 25th @ 1:30PM at the museum's front portico. The public is invited to tour the complex that day at no charge, and guests may enjoy birthday cake, coffee and music in the outside courtyard areas from 2PM-5PM.

A black-tie event, The Admiral's Ball, is scheduled for Saturday, February 24th @ 7:30PM, the evening prior to the public Grand Opening. To request an invitation, which includes the various pricing levels, please call (830) 997-8600.

Wassail, Wine & Weihnachten - Dec 17

Inn on Barons Creek Spa and Conference Center, located at 308 South Washington Street, cordially invites you to a Christmas Open House on this Sunday, December 17, from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sweets and treats by Cotton Gin Restaurant and Lodging. For more information, call (830) 990-9202.