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Antique Rose Emporium, Independence

Take guided tours of the gardens, or sit in on one of the lectures and demonstrations on roses and gardening. Fri.-Sun., Nov. 9-11. Free.

979/836-5548

www.weareroses.com

Hawk Watch

The sky above the wooded area along the Nueces River can become dark with thousands of hawks riding the thermals during their annual migration. Volunteers are often available to answer questions, but don’t interrupt the ones doing the daily counts. Through Nov. 15. Free.

Hazel Bazemore County Park, Corpus Christi

www.ccbirding.com

Pecan Harvest Festival

Tour the orchard, play games, taste the pecan treats, take a wine class, or get some early Christmas shopping done at this family event. Sat., Nov. 10, 9am-5pm. Free.

Royalty Pecans, Caldwell

www.royaltypecans.com

Rio, Rio

Discover how the San Antonio River has nourished the wildlife, plants, and humans for eons, plus craftsmen demonstration their skills. Sat., Nov. 10, 10am-4pm. $5 adults, $2 children.

Goliad State Park, 361/645-3752

www.tpwd.state.tx.us

Scottish Gathering of the Clans & Highland Games

The clans will be meeting on the field of honor to see who is the mightiest, plus food, music, and demonstrations. Fri.-Sun., Nov. 9-11.

Salado, 254/947-5232

www.saladoscottishgames.org

Texas Renaissance Festival

The land of kings, queens, and knights comes alive with daily performances, unique food, arts & crafts, and games of skill. Weekends, Nov. 3-25.

Plantersville, 800/458-3435

www.texrenfest.com

Wurstfest

Put on your lederhosen and join the salute to sausage and oompah music for a unique German celebration with a Texas twang. Fri.-Sun., Nov. 2-11.

New Braunfels, 800/221-4369

www.wurstfest.com