AUSTINAdventures in Wonderland

The Ransom Center celebrates 150 years of “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” with an exhibition for the curious and curiouser of all ages. Learn about Lewis Carroll and the real Alice who inspired his story. See one of the few surviving copies of the first edition of “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland.” Discover the rich array of personal and literary references that Carroll incorporated throughout Alice. Explore the surprising transformations of Alice and her story as they have traveled through time and across continents. Follow the White Rabbit’s path through the exhibition, have a tea party or watch a 1933 paper filmstrip that has been carefully treated by Ransom Center conservators.

The center’s vast collections offer a new look at a story that has delighted generations and inspired artists from Salvador Dalí to Walt Disney. The exhibit runs now-July 6. For more information, go to www.hrc.utexas.edu/exhibitions/upcoming.

COPPERAS COVEBike-Run Central Texas

Join the dozens of bicyclists and runners seen each weekend on the roads around Copperas Cove along with miles and miles of deserted roads perfect for avid bikers and runners – or beginners.

Taking advantage of the area’s popularity with bicyclists, Copperas Cove has long been recognized and promoted as the bike/run center of Central Texas.

On any given weekend in Cove, there are 100-200 bicyclists using Cove as a jumping off spot for bike and run tours on farm-to-market and county roads. Cove is in the middle of miles of scenic, well-maintained, traffic-free paved roads.

There are at least 25 bicycle routes ranging in distance from 10 miles to 100 miles, loops that start or end in the Copperas Cove area.

For more information on touring the area by bicycle, or to schedule a bike or run event, con-tact the Copperas Cove Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau.

Maps and detailed information on local accommodations and restaurants are always available by calling 547-7571 or by going online to www.copperascove.com/special-events/bike-run-central-texas.

SALADOImmerse and Emerge

Sculpture, painting, performance art, the culi-nary arts – there’s something for everyone today-Saturday in the Village of Salado.

An increasing number of boutiques and gal-leries will have “art in action” with live arti-sans and craftsmen creating new treasures as you watch, village-wide. Weekend passports are available for all activities, or guests can pick and choose where they will immerse themselves.

Friday offers a Fine Dining Progressive Taste of Salado dinner experience, where attendees go from gallery to restaurant for art/food pairings designed to delight all the senses. Following the progressive dinner, Salado welcomes back the aerial dancers of Blue Lapis Light for a 45-min-

ute performance in 80-foot oak trees more than 100 years old as they tower over Salado Creek.

Saturday’s activities build up to a fundraising event, “A Taste of Salado,” that benefits the Public Arts League of Salado. Attendees will enjoy face-to-face time with owners and repre-sentatives of each Salado-based fine art gallery. Admission includes tastings from a diverse array of local restaurants. There will be live and silent auctions, door prizes and a cash bar for those interested in the art of mixology. For more information, go to www.bit.ly/1ClQkR6.

Military Appreciation NightRodeo Killeen is holding its Military

Appreciation Night for all military (active, Guard, Reserve) and their Family members May 21.

Scheduled events include a free barbecue din-ner at 6 p.m. at the Killeen Special Events Center next to the arena, a 1st Cavalry Division Horse Detachment demonstration at 7:15 p.m., open-ing remarks by Fort Hood leadership at 7:50 p.m. and mounted colors and the opening cer-emony for the Killeen PRCA Rodeo at 8 p.m.

For more information, call Mike Parker at 289-4790 or email him at mparker48@icloud.com

LAMPASASBusiness Showcase

The Lampasas County Chamber of Com-merce is hosting the third annual Business Showcase at 4-8 p.m. today at the Historic Hostess House on U.S. Highway 281 South.

Admission is $10 a person, which includes a complimentary goodie bag, a chance to win vari-ous prizes, exclusive promotions from area busi-nesses, special incentives, wine tasting, free food and beverages. Whether a current resident, just visiting or considering relocating to Lampasas, don’t miss this opportunity to take advantage of deals that are only offered during this event. Tickets are available at the Lampasas County Chamber of Commerce office or online at www.lampasaschamber.org. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 512-556-5172.

WACOBrazos River Rib Fest

A new weekend festival is coming to McLane Stadium this weekend. The inaugural Brazos River Ribfest will take place Friday-Sunday on the grounds of McLane Stadium.

This three-day festival is a celebration of food, music, friends and family.

The Chicago BBQ Company, Texas Lighting BBQ, Uncle Bubs BBQ, Howling Coyote BBQ and Porky Chicks will be competing for Critic’s and People’s Choice for Best Ribs.

The weekend will also include live music from the Brett Hendrix Band, the Chris Low Band, Fenix Theory, Spivey Crossing, Gordon Collier Band, Kayla Ray and the Waco High School Jazz Band. Tickets are $3 and can be purchased on the event day at the entry gate. For more information, go to www.mclanesta-dium.com/event/brazos-river-ribfest.

Brazos NightsEach year, the city of Waco Parks & Recre-

ation department outdoes the last with bigger

and better concerts along the Brazos River. For 30 years, the free Brazos Nights concerts have provided the Heart of Texas a wide range of outstanding musicians.

The concerts are held next to the historic Sus-pension Bridge, and people of all ages enjoy this festival-like atmosphere with food, beverages and vendors booths.

Events are open from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Bands typically start at 7:30 p.m.

May 1: Los Hijos de San Juan and Conjunto Invicto. Cinco de Mayo is a Brazos Nights trad-tion. Each year, the local radio station selects a mix of authentic Mexican regional and tejano bands. This year will feature Los Hijos de San Juan and Conjunto Invicto.

To add to the fiesta, there will also be some of Waco’s best Taco Trucks and Cinco de Mayo-inspired beverages.

June 12: Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real and Cody Canada. For those who like just a little country twang with their rock and roll, wait no more. Lukas Nelson and the Promise of the Real are an American rock ‘n’ roll group based out of California. Lukas first picked up the guitar at age 11 to honor a promise he made to his father, and he was able to teach himself the craft by playing along to classic Stevie Ray Vaughn and Jimi Hendrix songs. Now at age 24, Lukas is building his following the old-fashioned way by touring year round across the country. The band has performed more than 400 shows in the past three years and have played with the likes of Neil Young, John Fogerty, Bob Weir, B.B. King and Bob Dylan. For more information, go to www.wacoheartof-texas.com/brazos-nights-are-back.

Farmers marketWaco’s Downtown Farmers Market is open

from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday at 400 N. Uni-versity Parks Dr. The market features local agricultural producers and artisan vendors with-in 150 miles of Waco. Enjoy food, crafts, live music and more in downtown Waco.

For more information, visit www.wacodown-townfarmersmarket.com.

TEMPLERenaissance festival road trip

The Scarborough Renaissance Festival will be held Saturday. Full combat jousting, fire juggling, Scottish bagpipes, comedy and much more will be performed.

There will also be 200-plus village shops for attendees to browse.

Space is extremely limited. The cost of $35 includes transportation and an entry ticket. Food and shopping is not included. The van will depart from Gober Party House promptly at 7:30 a.m.

For more information, call 298-5733.

Dueling Pianos in the ParkDueling Pianos in the Park is set for 7-9

p.m. Saturday at Lion Sam Farrow Amphi-theater in Temple. Bring lawn chairs, blan-kets and a group of friends for a uniquely interactive, sing-a-long, dance-a-long fun-filled show. The free event is sponsored in part by Temple Mall.

For more information, call Holly Leiferman at 298-5440 or go to www.bit.ly/1DvCnpH.

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April 27The WhoThe Who will perform at 7:30 p.m. Monday at Frank Erwin Center in Austin.

May 1CherubCherub will perform at 8 p.m. May 1 at Stubb’s BBQ in Austin.

SleepSleep will perform at 8 p.m. May 1 at Moody Theater in Austin.

May 10Boz ScaggsBoz Scaggs will perform at 8 p.m. May 10 at Moody Theater in Austin.

May 13Dave Matthews BandDave Matthews Band will perform at 7 p.m. May 13 at Austin360 Amphitheater in Austin.

May 14They Might Be GiantsThey Might Be Giants will perform at 8 p.m. May 14 at Stubb’s BBQ in Austin.

May 15Pink MartiniPink Martini will perform at 8 p.m. May 15 at Moody Theater in Austin.

May 16Blue OctoberBlue October will perform at 7 p.m. May 16 at Stubb’s BBQ in Austin.

May 17Minus The BearMinus The Bear will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 17 at Emo’s in Austin.

May 21Kenny ChesneyKenny Chesney will perform at 7 p.m. May 21 at Austin360 Amphitheater in Austin.

May 24Iggy AzaleaIggy Azalea will perform at 7:30 p.m. May 24 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin.

June 5Karl Denson’s Tiny UniverseKarl Denson’s Tiny Universe will perform at 8 p.m. June 5 at Moody Theater in Austin.

June 6The Gipsy KingsThe Gipsy Kings will perform at 8 p.m. June 6 at Moody Theater in Austin.

July 26Fall Out BoyFall Out Boy will perform at 7 p.m. July 26 at Austin360 Amphitheater in Austin.

Aug. 9Shania TwainShania Twain will perform at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 9 at Frank Erwin Center in Austin.

Aug. 20“Weird Al” Yankovic“Weird Al” Yankovic will perform at 8 p.m. Aug. 20 at Moody Theater in Austin.

For more information, visitwww.ticketmaster.com

www.uterwincenter.com

www.acl-live.com.

LEISUREApril 23, 2015 B5www.FortHoodSentinel.com

Enjoy free family fun at the annual Celebrate Killeen Festival on today-Saturday.

This year’s Kick-Off Party gets underway today at 6 p.m. at the Green Avenue Farmers Market. Live music will be provided by The Voodoo and Moonshine Band. There will be craft vendors, kiddie train rides and food trucks.

The comedy show and food truck challenge is set for Friday as the event moves

to the Killeen Community Center. A family-friendly comedy show from JR Brown starts at 7 p.m. along with a food truck challenge.

A full day of fun begins at 8 a.m. Saturday at the Killeen Community Center with the Fallen Heroes 5K Run, part of the CenTex Race Series. Activities throughout the day include the KISD Family Fitness Wellness Fair, a BBQ cook-off, car show, step competi-tion, cultural performances, and a kids’ fun

zone with games, a petting zoo and more. Saturday winds down with a movie in the park showing of “Big Hero 6” beginning at dusk on the amphitheater lawn. This year, there will be a free fireworks show following the movie.

The Mighty Thomas Carnival will be open behind the Killeen Community Center each day of the festival. For more information, go to www.killeentexas.gov/index.php?section=288.

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