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Weekend Entertainment for Jefferson Texas June 16-19 2011

June 15th, 2011 by carriagehouse

T-Bone Walker

 JEFFERSON, TEXAS
WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT
JUNE 16-19, 2011

 * 6TH ANNUAL T-BONE WALKER BLUES FESTIVAL
Friday-Saturday, June 17-18
Location: Music City Texas Theatre, 108 Legion St., Linden, TX
Tickets & information: (903) 756-7774
www.tbonewalkerbluesfest.com

* AUNTIE SKINNER’S RIVERBOAT CLUB & RESTAURANT
Thursday, June 16: “Leon Vines” (Classic Acoustic Guitar) @ 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday, June 17: Karaoke @ 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
Saturday, June 18: “The Legendary Bugs Henderson & the Shuffle Kings” (Blues &
Classic Rock) @ 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.
Reservations requested
(903) 665-7121

* KARAOKE
Saturday, June 18 @ 8:00 p.m.-12:00 midnight
Location: The Sandwich Shop, 123 W. Austin
(903) 601-2211

* BINGO!
Location: Pine Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation, 1307 MLK
Each Monday in June @ 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Prizes & refreshments
(903) 472-841

* TURNING BASIN RIVERBOAT TOURS
200 Bayou St.
Saturdays @ 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday-Saturday @ 12:00 noon & 2:00 p.m.
Sunday & Monday: Closed
(903) 665-2222
www.jeffersonbayoutours.com

* LONE STAR CARRIAGE COMPANY OF JEFFERSON
Historical tours of Jefferson by horse & carriage and Mule Drawn Wagon
Specializing in weddings
Friday-Sunday, June 17-19
(Weather permitting)
Groups and special events available by appointment
Departs from corner of Austin & Market (across from the Jefferson Historical Museum)
(903) 926-8216
www.jeffersontexascarriage.com
Call for reservations

* HISTORIC JEFFERSON GHOSTWALK
Thursday, Friday & Saturday, June 16-18 @ 8:00 p.m.
Departure location: Corner of Austin &Vale St.
(903) 665-6289
www.jeffersonghostwalk.com

* JEFFERSON PEDAL POWER
122 E. Austin
Bicycles, Trikes, Tandems, Surreys & more
By reservation
(903) 926-5167
www.JeffersonPedalPower.com

* HISTORIC JEFFERSON RAILWAY
Friday, June 17 @ 8:00 p.m. – Free Ghost Stories & 9:00 p.m. – Ghost Train
Saturday, June 18 @ 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. (Day Excursions)
8:00 p.m. – Free Ghost Stories & 9:00 p.m. – Ghost Train
(903) 665-6400 or (866) 398-2038
www.JeffersonRailway.com

* LAFAYETTE STREET VINTAGE VEHICLES CAR MUSEUM
112 W. Lafayette
Friday & Saturday, June 17-18 @ 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
(903) 240-6180
Call for additional tours

* CULBERSON HOUSE HISTORIC HOME TOUR
403 N. Walnut
Friday & Saturday, June 17-18 @ 3:00 p.m.
(903) 665-7888
www.culbersonhousebandb.com
Call to confirm tour

* HOUSE OF THE SEASONS HISTORIC HOME TOUR
409 S. Alley
Daily @ 11:00 a.m.
(903) 665-8000
Reservations required
www.houseoftheseasons.com

* SINGLETON’S VIRGINIA CROSS HISTORIC HOME TOUR
401 Soda St.
Saturday, June 18 @ 1:00 p.m.
(903) 665-3938 (903) 665-8518 or (214) 725-6232
Call for reservations & additional tour dates and times

* THE GROVE HAUNTED HISTORIC HOME TOUR
405 Moseley
Saturday, June 18 @ 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, June 19 @ 11:00 a.m.
(903) 665-8018
www.thegrove-jefferson.com
Call to confirm tour

* EXCELSIOR HOUSE HOTEL & JAY GOULD RAILCAR TOUR
211 W. Austin
Tours: Monday-Friday @ 2:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday @ 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m.
(903) 665-2513
Call to confirm tour times
www.theexcelsiorhouse.com

* JEFFERSON HISTORICAL MUSEUM
223 W. Austin
Open daily: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
(903) 665-2775
www.jeffersonmuseum.com

* H & D EXOTIC DEER FARM AND OTHER EXOTIC ANIMALS
359 P.R. 5730 & Hwy 729
Open: Sunday-Friday (Closed: Saturday)
(903) 665-2238
Reservations required
www.hddeerfarmtours.homestead.com

* THE GRACEFUL GHOST PADDLEWHEEL STEAMBOAT ON CADDO LAKE
Tuesday-Friday @ 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
Saturday @ 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
Sunday & Monday: Closed
Pontoon Boat tours at any time with prior reservation
Location: Shady Glade Marina, 510 Cypress Drive, Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-2238
www.gracefulghost.com
Call for reservations & additional tours

* BILLY CARTER’S GO-DEVIL TOURS ON CADDO LAKE
Location: Johnson’s Ranch in Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-3213
Call for reservations
www.caddoguideservice.com

* CADDO OUTBACK BACKWATER TOURS
Personalized Tours of Caddo Lake
Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-3384 or (903) 679-9138
Call for reservations
www.caddooutback.com

* CADDO LAKE PADDLEWHEEL TOURS “THE SWAMP THING”
Uncertain, TX
(888) 325-5459 or (903) 789-2101
Open: Tuesday-Saturday
Closed: Sunday & Monday
Call for reservations
www.caddolakepaddlewheeltours.com

* JEFFERSON CARNEGIE LIBRARY
301 W. Lafayette
Monday-Thursday @ 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Friday @ 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturday @ 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Closed: Sunday
(903) 665-8911
www.jeffersoncarnegielibrary.com
Free internet access

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Weekend Entertainment for Jefferson Texas May 26-30 2011

May 26th, 2011 by carriagehouse

JEFFERSON, TEXAS
WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT
MAY 26-30, 2011 – Memorial Day Weekend

 

* “FLY-IN”
Saturday, May 28 @ 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Location: Cypress River Airport, Hwy 134 East
FREE ADMISSION
Plane rides available
Information: (903) 665-7311
www.jeffersonflyin.com

* MEMORIAL DAY SERVICE
Monday, May 30 @ 10:00 a.m.
Location: Oakwood Cemetery, North Alley St.
Speaker: John Allen
Bring a lawn chair
Information: (903) 665-2701

* “ENOCH’S SOUTH AFRICAN BARN STOMP & PIG ROAST”
Monday, May 30 @ 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Location: Enoch’s Stomp, 871 Ferguson Rd (CR-4312) Harleton, TX
* * Enoch’s South African Barn Stomp, Pig Roast, live music featuring “Dag Nabbit”
Menu: Spit Vark: South African style – slow roasted whole pig, Afrikaner Sausage,
Pap en Sous – South African style Frits with vegetable topping
Rooster Koeke: Bread rolls cooked over fire
Mixed green salad
Koekstruif and via: Trifle with custard for dessert
Tickets & information: Maria (903) 240-1587 or www.enochsstomp.com

* AUNTIE SKINNER’S RIVERBOAT CLUB & RESTAURANT
Thursday, May 26: “Dennis Hogan” (Country) @ 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
Friday, May 27: Karaoke @ 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m.
Saturday, May 28: “Doctor Doctor” (Classic Rock N’Roll) @ 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.
(903) 665-7121

* KARAOKE
Saturday, May 28 @ 8:00 p.m.-12:00 midnight
Location: The Sandwich Shop, 123 W. Austin
(903) 601-2211

* BINGO!
Location: Pine Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation, 1307 MLK
Each Monday in May @ 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Prizes & refreshments
(903) 472-8416

* TURNING BASIN RIVERBOAT TOURS
200 Bayou St.
Saturdays @ 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Tuesdays-Saturdays @ 12:00 noon & 2:00 p.m.
Sunday & Monday: Closed
(Weather permitting)
(903) 665-2222
www.jeffersonbayoutours.com

* LONE STAR CARRIAGE COMPANY OF JEFFERSON
Historical tours of Jefferson by horse & carriage and Mule Drawn Wagon
Specializing in weddings
Friday-Sunday, May 27-29
(Weather permitting)
Groups and special events available by appointment
Departs from corner of Austin & Market (across from the Jefferson Historical Museum)
(903) 926-8216
www.jeffersontexascarriage.com
Call for reservations or “just stop by”

* HISTORIC JEFFERSON GHOSTWALK
Friday & Saturday, May 27-28 @ 8:00 p.m.
Departure location: Corner of Austin &Vale St.
(903) 665-6289
www.jeffersonghostwalk.com

* JEFFERSON PEDAL POWER
122 E. Austin
Bicycles, Trikes, Tandems, Surreys & more
Friday-Sunday
Additional rental by appointment
(903) 926-5167
www.JeffersonPedalPower.com

* HISTORIC JEFFERSON RAILWAY
Saturday, May 28 @ 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. (Day Excursions)
8:00 p.m. – Free Ghost Stories
9:00 p.m. – Ghost Train
(903) 665-6400 or (866) 398-2038
www.JeffersonRailway.com

* LAFAYETTE STREET VINTAGE VEHICLES CAR MUSEUM
112 W. Lafayette
Fridays & Saturdays @ 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
(903) 240-6180
Call for additional tours

* CULBERSON HOUSE HISTORIC HOME TOUR
403 N. Walnut
Friday & Saturday, May 27-28 @ 3:00 p.m.
(903) 665-7888
www.culbersonhousebandb.com
Call for reservations

* HOUSE OF THE SEASONS HISTORIC HOME TOUR
409 S. Alley
Daily @ 11:00 a.m.
(903) 665-8000
Reservations required
www.houseoftheseasons.com

* SINGLETON’S VIRGINIA CROSS HISTORIC HOME TOUR
401 Soda St.
Saturday, May 21 @ 1:00 p.m.
(903) 665-3938; (903) 665-8518 or (214) 725-6232
Call for reservations & additional tour dates and times

* THE GROVE HAUNTED HISTORIC HOME TOUR
405 Moseley
Saturday, May 21 @ 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, May 22 @ 11:00 a.m.
(903) 665-8018
www.thegrove-jefferson.com
Call to confirm tour

* EXCELSIOR HOUSE HOTEL & JAY GOULD RAILCAR TOUR
211 W. Austin
Tours: Monday-Friday @ 2:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday @ 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m.
(903) 665-2513
www.theexcelsiorhouse.com
Call to confirm tour times

* JEFFERSON HISTORICAL MUSEUM
223 W. Austin
Open daily: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
(903) 665-2775
www.jeffersonmuseum.com

* H & D EXOTIC DEER FARM AND OTHER EXOTIC ANIMALS
359 P.R. 5730 & Hwy 729
Open: Sunday-Friday (Closed: Saturday)
(903) 665-2238
Reservations required
www.hddeerfarmtours.homestead.com

* THE GRACEFUL GHOST PADDLEWHEEL STEAMBOAT ON CADDO LAKE
Tuesday-Friday @ 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
Saturday @ 10:00 a.m, 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
Pontoon Boat tours at any time with prior reservation
Location: Shady Glade Marina, 510 Cypress Drive, Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-2238
www.gracefulghost.com
Call for reservations & additional tours

* BILLY CARTER’S GO-DEVIL TOURS ON CADDO LAKE
Location: Johnson’s Ranch in Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-3213
Call for reservations
www.caddoguideservice.com

* CADDO OUTBACK BACKWATER TOURS
Personalized Tours of Caddo Lake
Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-3384 or (903) 679-9138
Call for reservations
www.caddooutback.com

* CADDO LAKE PADDLEWHEEL TOURS “THE SWAMP THING”
Uncertain, TX
(888) 325-5459 or (903) 789-2101
OPEN: Tuesday-Saturday
Closed: Sunday & Monday
Call for reservations
www.caddolakepaddlewheeltours.com

* JEFFERSON CARNEGIE LIBRARY
301 W. Lafayette
Monday-Thursday @ 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Friday @ 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturday @ 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Closed: Sunday
(903) 665-8911
www.jeffersoncarnegielibrary.com
Free internet access

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Weekend Entertainment for Jefferson Texas, May 12th – 15th

May 12th, 2011 by carriagehouse

 
Jefferson General Store

Jefferson General Store

 

 JEFFERSON, TEXAS
WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT
MAY 12-15, 2011

*Auntie Skinners

Thursday,  May 12:  “Terry Dorgan”  (Country Ballads)  @ 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
   Friday,  May 13:  Karaoke @ 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 
   Saturday, May 14:  “The Voodudes”  (Classic Rock N’Roll) @ 9:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.
   (903) 665-7121  

* KARAOKE
Saturday, May 14 @ 8:00 p.m.-12:00 midnight
Location: The Sandwich Shop, 123 W. Austin
(903) 601-2211

*BINGO!
  Location:  Pine Hill Nursing & Rehabilitation, 1307 MLK
  Each Monday in May @ 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
  Prizes & refreshments
  (903) 472-8416

* TURNING BASIN RIVERBOAT TOURS
200 Bayou St.
Saturdays @ 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Tuesdays-Saturdays @ 12:00 noon & 2:00 p.m.
Sunday & Monday: Closed
(Weather permitting)
(903) 665-2222
www.jeffersonbayoutours.com

* LONE STAR CARRIAGE COMPANY OF JEFFERSON
Historical tours of Jefferson by horse & carriage and Mule Drawn Wagon
Specializing in weddings
Friday-Sunday, May 13-15
(Weather permitting)
Groups and special events available by appointment
Departs from corner of Austin & Market (across from the Jefferson Historical Museum)
(903) 926-8216
www.jeffersontexascarriage.com
Call for reservations or “just stop by”

* HISTORIC JEFFERSON GHOSTWALK
Friday & Saturday, May 13-14 @ 8:00 p.m.
Departure location: Corner of Austin &Vale St.
(903) 665-6289
www.jeffersonghostwalk.com

* JEFFERSON PEDAL POWER
122 E. Austin
Bicycles, Trikes, Tandems, Surreys & more
Friday-Sunday
Additional rental by appointment
(903) 926-5167
www.JeffersonPedalPower.com

* HISTORIC JEFFERSON RAILWAY
Friday, May 13 @ 8:00 p.m. – Free Ghost Stories & 9:00 p.m. – Ghost Train
Saturday, May 14 @ 2:30 p.m. & 4:30 p.m. (Day Excursions)
8:00 p.m. – Free Ghost Stories & 9:00 p.m. – Ghost Train
(903) 665-6400 or (866) 398-2038
www.JeffersonRailway.com

* LAFAYETTE STREET VINTAGE VEHICLES CAR MUSEUM
112 W. Lafayette
Fridays & Saturdays @ 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
(903) 240-6180
Call for additional tours

* CULBERSON HOUSE HISTORIC HOME TOUR
403 N. Walnut
Friday- Sunday, May 13-14 @ 3:00 p.m.
(903) 665-7888
www.culbersonhousebandb.com

* HOUSE OF THE SEASONS HISTORIC HOME TOUR
409 S. Alley
Daily @ 11:00 a.m.
(903) 665-8000
Reservations required
www.houseoftheseasons.com

* SINGLETON’S VIRGINIA CROSS HISTORIC HOME TOUR
401 Soda St.
Saturday, May 14 @ 1:00 p.m.
(903) 665-3938; (903) 665-8518 or (214) 725-6232
Call for reservations & additional tour dates and times

* THE GROVE HAUNTED HISTORIC HOME TOUR
405 Moseley
NO TOURS: May 14 & 15
Tours resume: Saturday, May 21 @ 2:00 p.m. & Sunday, May 22 @ 11:00 a.m.
(903) 665-8018
www.thegrove-jefferson.com
Call to confirm tour

* EXCELSIOR HOUSE HOTEL & JAY GOULD RAILCAR TOUR
211 W. Austin
Tours: Monday-Friday @ 2:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday @ 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m.
(903) 665-2513
Call to confirm tour times
www.theexcelsiorhouse.com

* JEFFERSON HISTORICAL MUSEUM
223 W. Austin
Open daily: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
(903) 665-2775
www.jeffersonmuseum.com

* H & D EXOTIC DEER FARM AND OTHER EXOTIC ANIMALS
359 P.R. 5730 & Hwy 729
Open: Sunday-Friday (Closed: Saturday)
(903) 665-2238
Reservations required
www.hddeerfarmtours.homestead.com

* THE GRACEFUL GHOST PADDLEWHEEL STEAMBOAT ON CADDO LAKE
Tuesday-Friday @ 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
Saturday @ 10:00 a.m, 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m., 4:00 p.m.
Pontoon Boat tours at any time with prior reservation
Location: Shady Glade Marina, 510 Cypress Drive, Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-2238
www.gracefulghost.com
Call for reservations & additional tours

* BILLY CARTER’S GO-DEVIL TOURS ON CADDO LAKE
Location: Johnson’s Ranch in Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-3213
Call for reservations
www.caddoguideservice.com

* CADDO OUTBACK BACKWATER TOURS
Personalized Tours of Caddo Lake
Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-3384 or (903) 679-9138
Call for reservations
www.caddooutback.com

* CADDO LAKE PADDLEWHEEL TOURS “THE SWAMP THING”
Uncertain, TX
(888) 325-5459 or (903) 789-2101
OPEN: Tuesday-Saturday
Closed: Sunday & Monday
Call for reservations
www.caddolakepaddlewheeltours.com

* JEFFERSON CARNEGIE LIBRARY
301 W. Lafayette
Monday-Thursday @ 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Friday @ 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturday @ 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Closed: Sunday
(903) 665-8911
www.jeffersoncarnegielibrary.com
Free internet access

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Outlaw National’s Rod Run & Antique Car Show Jefferson TX

April 5th, 2011 by carriagehouse

Car

Get your motors running!!

In a week and a half some of the most beautiful and most interesting vintage cars will roll into Jefferson Texas for the annual vintage car show.  The Outlaw National’s Rod Run & Antique Car Show runs from April 15th through to April 17th and the brick lined streets of the Historic Riverfront District will be lined with cars of all ages and vintage.

Vehicles must be 1972 or earlier and all proceeds from the the Outlaw National’s Rod Run & Antique Car Show will benefit the Percy Johnson Burn Foundation Children’s Burn Camp “Camp…I’m Still me”.  The pre-registeration forms were mailed January 2011.  If you would like to register once you arrive in Jefferson time are Friday, April 15 from 3 – 8 PM and Saturday, April 16 from 8 AM – 1 PM.

So come on down to Jefferson and celebrate America’s love affair with the automobile as some 300 classic autos, muscle cars and street rods are displayed in downtown Jefferson.  This full weekend event includes entertainment, auction and more.

For more information call Auntie Skinners at 903-665-7121

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It is beginning to look a lot like Mardi Gras here in Jefferson Texas

March 2nd, 2011 by carriagehouse

Mardi Gras Amusement Rides

You can’t help but notice as your drive around town this week that Jefferson is beginning to gear up for some thing really big.  There is a feel and impression of busy preparation everywhere you go.  Vendors are beginning to set up down at the bayou and trash cans are being set up all over town.  Street cleaners are out vacuuming the streets and the Sysco and beer trucks seem to be everywhere.  It is beginning to feel a lot like Mardi Gras…everywhere you go.

Last night, Tom and I went to Auntie Skinners for dinner.  It was Tuesday night steak night after all.  We had the opportunity to sit down with some of the folks on the Krewe of Hebeand talk to them about all of the Mardi Gras planning that is being finished up these last few days.  I am not sure that these people are going to get any sleep between now and Sunday night.  There has been a phenomenal amount of work that has already been done but now it is crunch time and so much has to be finished up in the few days leading up to the big party.

Myself, I am going to the grocery store today and will begin my food prep for this weekend.  My plan is to prepare as much as possible in advance and have it waiting for the weekend in the freezer.  I am also planning on making a King Cake for the guests that are staying here.  We will have it sitting out on the front porch for everyone to enjoy.  So as you can tell there is a ton of work and busy preparation going on here at the Carriage House as well.

Tom and I made a quick trip back to Dallas first part of this week so that we could make a presentation about our Photography Weekends to the Plano Photography Club.  I went into a little bit of a culture shock.  No one had a Mardi Gras tree up.  There were no ads or billboards for King Cakes.  There were no beads for sale in the stores.  It is almost as if Mardi Gras doesn’t exist outside of this little New Orleans influenced bubble that I  live in.

If you are planning on coming out for the Mardi Gras Upriver celebrations this weekend, you will need to plan a day trip or look for a hotel room in Marshall.  All of the hotels, motels and Bed & Breakfast in Jefferson are completely full.  I  have also heard that all of the lodging in Uncertain is full as well.  We will open up our calendar for reservations for next year’s Mardi Gras this coming Monday, March 7th.  You can call us at 903-665-9511 to make your reservation.

 Laissez les bons temps rouler!

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November Events in Jefferson, Texas

October 29th, 2010 by carriagehouse

Autumn on Caddo Lake

Autumn on Caddo Lake

The temps are starting to fall and the leaves are changing color.  East Texas is at it’s most glorious during the month of November.  It is a perfect time of year to come to Jefferson and get that rest and relaxation that you need so badly before the hectic Christmas season hits.

There is so much to do in November!

The first weekend of the month kicks off with a paranormal conference called History, Haunts, and Legends (11/06).  This all day conference will feature speakers on all things that go bump in the night.  Come on down and enjoy hearing about paranormal research and what life is like in a real life haunted house.

The following weekend is Trammel’s Trace Rendevous (11/12-11/14).   This will be a weekend of re-enactments of life back in the 1840s.  Mountain men, Trappers and Indians meet on the banks of the Big Cypress Bayou to swap goods, tell stories and celebrate survival of another season.  This event is perfect for the whole family and is not only educational but is also a whole lot of fun.

That very same weekend, the 5th Annual Books Alive Christian & Inspirational Book Festival (11/12 -11/14) will be held at the Methodist Church.  Several amazing authors will be there to talk about their inspirational stories and books.  All proceeds from this movingweekend will benefit the First United Methodist Church here in Jefferson.

The weekend of November 19th is our 2010 Fall Photography Weekend.  This adventure weekend is perfect for photographers of all skill levels, experience, and equipment.  Come join us as we take photo walks through the beautiful Historic Riverfront District and sunset boat tours of some amazing wildlife photography.

The weekend after Thanksgiving is the kick off of the Christmas Season here in Jefferson.  The weekend activities include  a Christmas parade, the annual tree lighting ceremony, bargain galores at the merchant’s open house, and the Queen Mab ball at Auntie Skinners.

So before things get too crazy for the Christmas Season, give yourself the treat of a vacation.  Come on down to Jefferson for some fun and decompression.  Call us for your room reservations at 903-665-9511.

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Things to Do in Jefferson in July

July 6th, 2010 by Skyla Grimes

We had a fantastic July 4th weekend here in Jefferson. There is no better place to experience Independence Day in small town America then here in Jefferson. We had a children’s’ bicycle parade, a pie and cake auction, a duck race, bands, and of course fireworks…lots of fireworks. If you would like to see some fantastic pictures of the celebration, then please go to our Facebook page.
Now that the holiday is behind us, we can look forward to some other fun stuff happening in July.
The Graceful Ghost Steamboat is back in the water after passing it’s Coast Guard inspection. Now you can enjoy the ethereal beauty of Caddo Lake from the majesty of an old fashioned steamboat. Tours are Tuesday through Saturday at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm.
The 22nd annual Jefferson Heritage Triathlon is Sunday, July 18th. Packet pick-up, carbo feed and the pre-race entertainment will be on Saturday July 17th in the Russell building on Austin Street. The race will be ran at the beautiful Lake O’ the Pines, just 10 miles west of historic downtown Jefferson, Texas and the Carriage House. The Race is a 1/2 mile swim – out & back on a triangular course, then…25K bike ride -(“dam road” takes on a whole new meaning) closed course on some rolling rural roads and a 5K run on a flat & shady park road to the finish.
If you are a talented performer then Auntie Skinners is the place to be in July. The Auntie Skinners Has Talent Amateur Singing Contest will be taking place July 8th and 15th with the semi-finals on July 23rd and the finals on July 30th. Even if you cannot sing this contest will be a ton of fun to watch. For more information call Auntie Skinners at 903-665-71721.
Another cool thing going on at Auntie Skinners is the Toga party on August 7th. The band 8-Track will be playing that night and I am certain that it will be a huge time. I will post more information on the Toga Party as I get it.
If you have any questions about any of the activities in Jefferson, please call me at 903-665-9511 or email me at info@carriagehousejefferson.com.

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It’s Jumpin’ in Jefferson

March 23rd, 2010 by Skyla Grimes

Spring has finally sprung! Yeah! I for one am tired of snow and the cold. After the coldest winter in 33 years, I feel like we have earned the right of a spectacular spring.

Besides all of the beautiful flowers that are starting to bloom, there are other signs of renewal. One of them being all of the festivals going on here in Jefferson. I don’t know if you have taken a peek at the Calendar of Events…wow! It is good to come out of hibernation.

Easter Weekend – Truly a weekend that has something for everyone. The citywide rummage sale will be going on. There is no better way to find that little something that you have been looking for. The Historic Jefferson Railway will be hosting the Easter Egg Express complete with an Easter Egg hunt and Easter Train. No weekend would be complete without live entertainment at Auntie Skinners. Wes Jeans will be playing a couple of sets on Saturday night.

4/9 – 4/10 – It is National Library Week and the Historic Jefferson Railway will be celebrating by giving a 10% discount to everyone who donates a book. The semi-annual paranormal conference, History, Haunts and Legends will be on Saturday. It is sure to be a spooky good time! If you are hungry after all of this, then the Marion County Chamber of Commerce will be putting on the 4th Annual Crawfish Boil on the Bayou. It will be good food, good music and good suds.

4/16 – 4/18 – The 10th Annual Outlaw Nationals Rod Run & Antique Car Show and the 8th Annual Diamond Don’s Riverport National Vintage Motocross makes this one of the year’s premier events here in Jefferson. There are only a few rooms left in the entire town so make reservations now.

4/23 – 4/24 – Do you love the Gone with the Wind movie and everything that goes with it. This weekend we will be celebrating the Tara in Texas festival. Bonnie Blue Butler will be the Guest of Honor at this year’s event. There will even be a big rig with airbrushed mural of the movie on hand for you to look at.

So come out of hibernation and come on down. It is Jumpin in Jefferson

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Cheers to a New Year!

December 14th, 2009 by Skyla Grimes

HAPPY NEW YEAR! We only have a few more days left to 2009. It is hard to believe that the year is almost gone. Is it just me or does tt seem that the year has just flown by. Have you started to make your New Year’s Resolutions, yet? One of mine is to do a better job of keeping up with this blog. Oh and to lose all of the weight that I put on by eating christmas cookies : (

It is that time of year where we all begin to make our New Year’s Eve plans. Of course, it will be jumping in Jefferson on New Years Eve.

The New Years Train will be rolling on December 31st. The Historic Jefferson Railway will be providing noisemakers and beverages for all of the New Years party goers. There will be fireworks off of the top of the train and just like in Times Square, they will be dropping the ball. Tickets can be purchased at http://www.railoflights.com/. The Christmas train tickets went fast and I am sure that the New Year’s train tickets will as well.

Have you ever thought of ringing in the New Year on a steamboat on Caddo Lake? The Graceful Ghost will be THE place for the swamp party on New Years Eve! The steaboat will depart at 5pm, 8pm and 11pm and will be serving heavy Hors d’œuvres and drink set ups. I am taking the 5pm tour so that I can watch the Uncertain firework display. Space is very limited for these boat rides so please call 1-877-89-Ghost (1-877-894-4678)to reserve your spot.

If you just want a place to hang out and party, then Auntie Skinners is the place for you. Auntie Skinners will be celebrating New Years Eve in a typical Auntie Skinners style. The band Ambush will be rocking all night and everyone will be able to enjoy a Champagne Toast at midnight. Cover charge is $15 and will include party favors and a champagne toast.

So if you are looking for something unique and fun for New Year’s Eve. Consider staying a couple of nights at your favorite bed and breakfast and party like it’s 2010 in Jefferson.

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So get a witch’s shawl on. A broomstick you can crawl on.

October 8th, 2009 by Skyla Grimes

It is creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky.

Jefferson is the most haunted small town in Texas. In fact, the place is just full of ghosts and spirits. Don’t believe me…watch this video. All of the ghosts and ghouls that reside here in Jefferson make it the perfect place to spend the scariest time of year.

The Historic Jefferson Railway will once again this year be spooktacularly creepy. The 8th annual Terror on the Bayou will run every weekend until Halloween. Not only will the haunted Runaway Fright Train make you scream in terror but the Creepy Screamin’ Corn Maze will take you through a haunted cemetary and end in the Tunnel of Doom. This is the stuff of nightmares!

If that doesn’t make your blood run cold, then maybe a ghost hunt will scare you to madness. By the glow of a lantern light, you can be guided through the most haunted sites in Jefferson. Tours are every Friday and Saturday night with three tour times Halloween night (8pm, 10pm, 12pm). If you are unfortunate enough, maybe you will even see one of the ghosts.

Of course, no Halloween would be complete without a costume party and contest. So come in your scariest, creepiest costume and party at Auntie Skinners Halloween night. Prizes will be awarded to the most original or scariest costumes. A terrifying time will be had by all!

Didn’t get enough bloodcurdling fun Halloween night? On November 7th, Jefferson will host the History Haunts and Legends convention. This annual all day paranormal convention will be held at the Transportation and Visitors Center and will have speakers on topics such as Bigfoot, clairvoyants, and of course ghosts. Spooky!

So if you are looking for a frighteningly good time, make the short drive here to Jefferson. Just don’t be afraid of anything that goes bump in the night!

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