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Texas Hill Country Natural Attractions

The Texas Hill Country is one of the most popular tourist areas in the southern United States. The prime reason for the region's popularity is its unique natural beauty and many natural attractions.

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2010 Poteet Strawberry Festival

Tuesday March 16, 2010

The annual Strawberry Festival draws over 100,000 visitors to the tiny town of Poteet. This event, which has been held for nearly 60 years, attracts nationally-known country music stars and Tejano entertainers in addition to the carnival, art show, rodeo, dances, parade and "Taste of Texas" food show. This year's Strawberry Festivals is set for April 9-10.

Corpus Christi Festival of the Arts

Tuesday March 16, 2010

The Corpus Christi Festival of the Arts is staged annually as a means of showcasing Corpus' art scene. The festival features a variety of art displays and demonstrations, as well as performances from ballet, folklorico, theatre, dance, and other performing arts groups. The Festival of the Arts also houses a 'KidZone,' where kids can utilize interactive art stations. The 2010 Corpus Christi Festival of the Arts is set for March 26-28. 

Where can you see bluebonnets bloom?

Thursday March 11, 2010
The bluebonnet is the state flower of Texas. This particular flower was selected in large part due to the vast fields of bluebonnets that bloom each spring throughout the central portion of Texas. Over the years, the wild population has been supplemented with planted parcels of bluebonnets. So, if you're looking to see blooming bluebonnets in Texas, what's the best spot to look? Read More

2010 Jasper Azalea Festival

Monday March 8, 2010
The East Texas town of Jasper celebrates the blooming of the azaleas with an all-day festival around their historic downtown square. Activities include an arts & crafts show, quilt show, classic car show, live music, kiddie carnival, cake decorating contest and more. This year's Jasper Azalea Festival is set for March 20, 2010. Read More
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