Day Trips

Coming up this weekend...

Rains County Eagle Fest in Emory celebrates the migration of the American Bald Eagle to Texas, Jan. 16-17. 903/473-2901.

Gem and Mineral Show brings displays and demonstrations to Lady Bird Johnson Park south of Fredericksburg, Jan. 17-18. 830/997-6187.

Old Gruene Market Days in the historic district north of New Braunfels happens Jan. 17-18. 210/629-6441.

Coming up...

The Ultimate Wine and Food Pairing Cookbook by Merrill Bonarrigo, co-owner of Messina Hof Winery in Bryan, starts with the wine and then recommends complementary dishes. Available in bookstores. 409/778-9463.

Snow conditions and other skiing information are available at 888/SNOBLAST or http://www.snoblast.com. This is a good place to start exploring resorts to which you have never been.

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