Barbecue Cookoff, sponsored by the Llano Chamber of Commerce in a town
famous for barbecue, will provide a good chance to sample the local efforts,
May 20. 915/247-5354.

Texas Natural Festival in San Marcos combines an Indian Powwow,
western
swing concert, and locally produced goods for a weekend of fun, May 19-21.
800/782-7653.

Kactus Kick Days in Jourdanton brings the carnival, music, crafts, and
fiddlers contest to City Park, May 18-20. 210/769-2866.

Springtime Festival in Columbus shows off one of Texas’ most historic
towns with a homes tour, fair, buggy rides, and antique car show, May 20-21.
409/732-5135.

Coming up…

John A. Lomax Gathering & Music Festival in Meridian honors the
native son who went on to collect American folk songs. There will also be
Fundango at County Seat Plaza and Living History Day at the state park.
817/435-2966.

Kerrville Folk Festival provides outdoor music at the Quiet Valley
Ranch, May 25-June 11. 210/257-3600.

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Gerald E. McLeod joined the Chronicle staff in November 1980 as a graphic designer. In April 1991 he began writing the “Day Trips” column. Besides the weekly travel column, he contributed “101 Swimming Holes,” “Guide to Central Texas Barbecue,” and “Guide to the Texas Hill Country.” His first 200 columns have been published in Day Trips Vol. I and Day Trips Vol. II.