May 2008

5/3/2008
Sundowner Saturday
The Gallery of Rockport
361-729-2900
503 S Austin
Rockport, Texas 78382
1st Sat of each month, 5pm to 8pm. Enjoy snacks and beverages and discuss their work as you meet the artists of the month.

5/3/2008
Rockport-Fulton Farmers Market
Fulton Navigation Park
Fulton Harbor
Fulton, Texas 78358
Held the 1st & 3rd Saturday of every month. 8 am to 12 pm. produce, homemade pasta, baked goods, tamales, plants and more

5/3/2008 thru 5/4/2008
7th Annual Nautical Flea Market
Rockport Harbor
361-729-1244
Rockport Harbor
Rockport, Texas 78382
BUY, SELL OR TRADE - Empty out the old storage shed, clean out the old dock box, rent a booth and sell your treasure call. Call for booth rental details.

5/3/2008
Hidden Garden Tour
Aransas and San Patricio County Master Gardeners
361 790-0103
611 East Mimosa St. at Pearl St.
Rockport, Texas 78382
Get your tickets and maps to hidden gardens in both Aransas and San Patricio Counties at Green Acres on May 3, 2008 starting at 9:00 a.m. and running until 4:00 p.m. with the rain date of May 10, 2008. This event is open to the public and the cost is $10.00 per person.

5/5/2008
ACCESS Fund Raiser
Main Street Arts - Main Street Gallery
361-729-0633
902 E Main St
Rockport, Texas 78382
Annual Fundraiser, May 5, at 5pm a Special New England Buffet and a silent auction will start the Gala. Jeff Henderson, whose father was one of Norman Rockwell's models will present "Norman Rockwell Revisited" at 6:30pm

5/6/2008
Kids Fishing Clinic
Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
361-286-3559
Hwy 2040
Austwell, Texas 77950
Come out, to the activity as kids learn from conservation professionals about fish & fishing and the role the Refuge plays in providing habitats, call for more info

5/6/2008
Last Day for Early Voting
Aransas Co Commodities Bldg/Rockport City Hall
602 E Concho/City Hall
Rockport, Texas 78382
Early voting closes at 4:30pm

5/8/2008
Migration Day
Aransas National Wildlife Refuge
361-286-3559
Hwy 2040
Austwell, Texas 77950
Come out, see as the kids learn about migration from conservation professionals, call for more info

5/10/2008
May Fest
Fulton Mansion
361-729-0386
Fulton Beach Rd
Rockport, Texas 78382
Celtic music, Box lunch auction, Old-fashioned hat contest, May King & Queen crowning, May pole dance, flower crafts, Victorian games, Pie-eating contest,Donkey cart rides and discount admission for Mansion tours. 10am to 4pm free except for Mansion tours.

5/13/2008
Chamber of Commerce Luncheon
Saltwater Pavilion
361-729-6445
Rockport Beach Park
Rockport, Texas 78382
11:30 entry, Come help celebrate the 65th Birthday of our Airport, Program begins 12 pm, Catered by White Stripe Catering, call the Chamber for reservations (Reservations made, not honored will be billed.)

5/13/2008
Music at the Mansion
Fulton Mansion Grounds
361-729-0386
Fulton Beach Rd
Rockport, Texas 78382
Bring your blankets or lawn chairs for an evening of extraordinary entertainment. 7 to 8:30 pm. Concerts are free although donations will be accepted. Local musicians will perform a variety of music during the summer concert series.

5/15/2008
EMS BuildingDedication
400 Enterprise
361-729-2122
Rockport, Texas 78382
11:am

5/16/2008 thru 5/17/2008
9th Annual Babes on the Bay
ACND Festival Grounds
361-729-5353
Rockport Harbor
Rockport, Texas 78382
All women fishing tournament

5/17/2008
11th Annual Fun Walk for Mental Health Awareness
Coastal Plains Mental Health Ctr
620 E Concho
Rockport, Texas 78382
10am from the Coastal Plains Community Mental Health Ctr to the Women's Club Building for Lunch Individuals $5. Groups $10.

5/17/2008
Rockport-Fulton Farmers Market
Fulton Navigation Park
Fulton Harbor
Fulton, Texas 78358
Held the 1st & 3rd Saturday of every month. 8 am to 12 pm. produce, homemade pasta, baked goods, tamales, plants and more

5/18/2008
Rockport-Fulton's GOT TALENT
Rockport-Fulton High School Martha Luigi Aud
361-729-3897/729-7884
Omohundro St & Enterprise
Rockport, Texas 78382
Good Samaritans will host their major fund raiser, A Talent Show - Showtime 3 p.m. $15 Adults, $5 under 12 and $25 for the Patron's Reception. Performer are all Aransas Co residents. You will be provided with an entertaining afternoon. A Patrons Reception will immediately follow the show at Key Allegro Yatch Club. Beverages & Hors d'oeuveres will be served

5/20/2008
Master Gardeners Brown Bag Series
Aransas County Library
361-790-0103
701 E Mimosa
Rockport, Texas 78382
Subject: "Save the Rain" - rainwater harvest, bring your brown bag food & enjoy it while we provide fundamentals & timely tips for of good gardening practices Noon - 1pm and 6-7pm

5/24/2008
Heritage Day - "A Day in Old Rockport"
409 N Broadway
361-436-6332
Rockport, Texas 78382
Presented by the Rockport Heritage District Assoc and the Aransas County Historical Society - Noon till 4PM. Period dress, games & entertainment along with displays & slide shows. Realize Rockport's Past, Present & Future. Contact Lee Copeland 361-463-6332

5/24/2008 thru 5/25/2008
Rockport Festival of Wines
Texas Maritime Museum
361-729-1271
Rockport Harbor
Rockport, Texas 78382
Two fabulous days of wine tasting, entertainment, cooking demonstrations and more, on the Museum grounds

5/25/2008 thru 5/31/2008
Hurricane Awareness Week
Rockport, Texas 78382
Learn about the hazards of hurricanes and what you can do to help protect yourself, your family & your property

5/26/2008
Memorial Day Ceremonies
Aransas Co Veterans Memorial Park
Rockport, Texas 78382
Hosted by the Rockport Chapter of the American G I Forum at 1:00 pm

5/28/2008
Business Builders Breakfast
Paws & Taws Convention Center
361-729-6445
402 Fulton Beach Road
Rockport, Texas 78382
"How To Improve Business Performance" The Business Builders (Small Business Council)are having an interactive member breakfast from 7:30 a.m. until 8:30 a.m. During the Breakfast, the facilitators will focus on how a chamber membership can benefit your business. Don't miss this last breakfast before the summer break. For more information contact the Chamber.

5/28/2008
North Bay Area JOB FAIR
Paws & Taws Convention Center
361-729-6445
402 Fulton Beach Road
Fulton, Texas 78358
Theme: "Working in Paradise" The North Bay Area Chambers of Commerce and WorkSource have joined together to assist employers and job seekers in finding what they need. The Job Fair will be held from 9:00 a.m. until noon. For more information contact Shelly at the Chamber at 729-6445 or by email at officemanager@1rockport.org.

5/29/2008
Business After Hours
Edward Jones
361-729-6445
Rockport, Texas 78382
5 pm to 6:30 pm Join with other business associates and friends for conversation, prizes, snacks & beverages