Halloween season is upon us and Abilene has plenty for you and the family to do this spooky time of year. Here is some of the stuff I am looking forward to other than just the cooler weather. October 7, 4-6 p.m Farm to Table Dinner $30-Person; Free-Children 12 and younger and home delivery partners. Caton Place Farm 2741 F.M. 89, Buffalo Gap. ￨325.201.4943 Hug A Root … [Read more...]
Family Fair Fun
If you’re from Abilene, you know that when the fair comes, the rain comes. After a long, wet week, it finally dried up, and I took advantage of it! My family and I have gone to the West Texas Fair every year since I was a little girl. My best memories are this time of year. Going back to school and getting my pretty colorful fair ticket. “Let’s go mom, we can get in for … [Read more...]
On My #EventsToBeScene List: August/September 2018
The summer is coming to a heated ending and it's time to start stocking up on school supplies. But we still have plenty for you to do in August and September. There are plenty of family friendly events these next several weeks that you can get involved in. August 16, 10-11 a.m Children’s Book Reading at The Grace Museum. Registration required. $5 per family or $10 per family … [Read more...]
Pets, Pictures and Peach Tea
One of Abilene’s most fun traditions is Art Walk. Gathering with the community downtown is definitely a pro to living in a smaller town. This month's theme was “Dog Walk,” and a bunch of pooches and their owners gathered around for art, music and lots of wagging tails. It was awesome to see how many dog lovers there are in Abilene. I met a lot of really unique people and … [Read more...]
It was a “Jolly Holiday” at the Paramount Theatre
First, I would like to introduce myself. I am Emily Lomax, your new blogger and Digital Marketing Director. I am an Abilene native, graduated from Abilene High School and received my degree in advertising from West Texas A&M. I love spending time with my family, collecting vintage vinyl records, and throwing pottery when I can. I look forward to seeing you around Abilene … [Read more...]