April 6-8

3rd Weekend of Events: April 6-8

Don't Miss

Thurs, April 5th - Taste of Palestine and Business Expo. Sample the best dishes of local eateries while browsing services of local business and vote for Best Presentation, Best Dessert, and Best Entrée of 2018! Adult Beverages provided by Ben E Keith Beverages.

Thurs, April 5th - “A Night at the Casino with a little Murder on the Side” fundraiser for Anderson County High Schoolers, organized by the Palestine Association of Realtors. 6:30-9:30pm at 223 W Crawford St, $25. For more info call Cynthia Castleberry at 903.221.3016

Friday, April 6th

April 6th - 8th, Weekend at Ivy Payne Wildlife Refuge will be open for camping, guided hikes, and other activities as part of the 80th Annual Dogwood Trails Celebration hosted by the city of Palestine. Twenty minutes south of Palestine, this preserve is a great place to visit while you’re in the area enjoying the festival and other outdoor recreation opportunities.

We will have three FREE guided hikes over the weekend that are open to everyone! Saturday, April 7th at 10:00am, Saturday, April 7th at 2:00pm, and Sunday, April 8th at 10:00am. Texas Land Conservancy is also offering campsite reservations. The property is the perfect place to set up for a weekend in nature. Included in the campsite reservation will be breakfast on Saturday and Sunday, as well as a campfire with s’mores on Saturday night! ($15 campsites for TLC members, $30 campsites for non-members). Attendees are responsible for their own transportation to the event, tents/bedding, etc. (a document outlining preparation for the weekend will be provided to attendees). Restroom and shower facilities are available on the property. Limited number of campsites available and they are first come first serve, so bring the whole family and reserve your spot today! Click here to reserve your spot

March 23-24, March 30-31, April 6-7 - Tour Redland's Hotel – Historic Tour - 11 a.m. Architectural Tour - 2 p.m. Guided tour of the historic Redland's Inn, approximately 30 minutes long. Light refreshments provided. For group special tours call the Redland's at 903-729-2345. redlandshistoricinn.com

April 6-8, 13-15 - Little Shop of Horrors at the Historic Texas Theater - A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical. Reception prior to production on opening night. 213 W. Crawford, Palestine, TX 903 922-1126 or historic.texas.theatre@gmail.com Visit www.thetexastheater.com for tickets.

Saturday, April 7th

April 7 – Classic Movies in the Park. Bring your blanket or lawn chair and enjoy an open air showing of a classic film in beautiful Reagan Park. Popcorn and candy available for purchase. This event is free and open to the public

March 24th-March 31th -April 7th Dogwood Trails Celebration
Wine tasting or chocolate fountain/fruit                  2-4 pm         $5.00 each
Sirloin burger meals                                                        12-5 pm         $6.50 includes soft drink
German sausage meals                                                   12-5 pm         $6.50 includes soft drink
Texas Vineyard & Smokehaus 2442 Anderson County Rd 2133, Palestine, TX 75801
(903) 538-2950     www.texasvineyard.org

April 7- Stained Glass Tours, 11:00 am -2:00 pm, Sacred Heart Catholic Church, St Philip's Episcopal Church, First Christian Church

April 7- Guatemala 5K Walk/Run 9:00 am, Reagan Park Museum. Contact Evangelistic Temple Church for details or to register, at 903.729.2863. Proceeds benefit mission work in Guatemala.

April 7 - "Market Madness" at the Palestine Farmers Market. Agriculturalists, artists, bakers, and creative vendors bring the community together while showcasing local unique, crafty and gardening talent. Local vendors have the opportunity to sell homegrown, homemade and handmade items. Market Madness is a special event that will also showcase items offered through direct sales!

April 7 - Hands-on Fun at Curious 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Explore how things move in a large Marble Run room, create and test your own flying object in a wind tube, watch bubbles grow huge, and so much more.
Come be Curious at Palestine's hands-on science, technology and art (STEAM) museum for all ages. Enjoy 18 hands-on exhibits, join in hands-on learning activities, explore, and have fun! Curious is open Saturdays 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Cost: $5 per person; members and children 2 and under are free. 1301 S. Royal St. www.exhibitcurious.org

Sunday, April 8th

April 8 - Dogwood Brunch at Sabor a Pasion, 9:30am-1:00 pm. Call 903.729.9500 for reservations

Save the Date!

April 13-22nd, 1836 Chuckwagon Races at Diamond B Ranch. Event schedule and more here - www.1836chuckwagonrace.com