August 26th, 2011 by carriagehouse
We hit another big milestone this week. The new kitchen cabinets are being installed. Finally this is beginning to look like a real kitchen and not just a big empty room.
We decided to go with a light maple color since the old cabinets were very dark. The old kitchen had a feeling of being in a cave and I was constantly complaining about having to cook int he dark. Our plan is to make the new kitchen very light and bright. We want to it be a cheerful and pleasant place to work.
August 25th, 2011 by carriagehouse
It has been a little while since I have posted pics of the renovation and you can view the page for more information. The new porch is nearly complete and will be so awesome to sit on when we finally get some cooler weather. When things get really crazy and stressful with the contractors, I sit back, close my eyes and imagine sitting in a rocking chair, which looked like the best executive chair you’ve come across, on the new porch with a cool breeze gently fluttering the air. Oh wait, I just went to my happy place.
One of the things I am most excited about is the new french doors leading in to the dining room. These doors are really special. They came out of a turn of the century house in Marshall that is being renovated. They are beautiful beveled glass. I think they will become a signature of the Carriage House B&B once they are in installed. A company up in Texarkana picked them up earlier this week to build casements around them. When they come back, I will post some before and after pics of them including a picture of the storage shed where they have been for no telling how many decades.
The kitchen cabinets are being installed this week. I will try and get some pictures and post them tomorrow.
August 24th, 2011 by carriagehouse
Feed My Lambs, Feed My Sheep. The Meals and Memories of a Lifetime.
Today has been a wonderful day full of surprises and gifts. Mother Nature finally gave us some respite from this drought and this heat. It has been raining all afternoon and my little thermometer is reporting a temperature of 72 degrees. It has been so unbearably hot that 72 degrees feels cold. I am going to have to put on long pants before my Chamber of Commerce meeting in an hour.
The rain was not my only surprise today!!
The greatest gift I received today came in the mail from my sweet Aunt Gloria up in beautiful Traverse City, Michigan. Much to my surprise, the mailman had a package for me today…a book. In fact, a wonderful inspirational book about a woman who has journeyed from being a nun to being an innkeeper. The book is full of wonderful prayers and inspirational thoughts. The book is also full of yummy recipes. I can’t wait to get my new kitchen in so I can try some of these out.
Thank You Aunt Gloria! Your sweetness brought a smile to my heart today!
August 19th, 2011 by carriagehouse
For the ultimate Halloween experience, be sure to goblin’ up tickets to the 10th Annual Terror on the Bayou Halloween Festival in Jefferson, Texas each Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening, October 7-29, 2011. Three attractions – one location. Tickets are now on sale at www.JeffersonRailway.com.
The Runaway Fright Train will feature Creatures of the Night. As you ride through the dark woods, you’ll feel the breath of the spirits encircling you. The scenes and haunters along the track will keep you at the edge of your seat and give you a laugh now and then, too. G and PG-13 runs are oriented to specific age groups. The 7:30 run of each evening is family-oriented for ages 2 to 92, while the later runs kick it up a notch.
For the ultimate Halloween experience, walk through the stalks of the Creepy Screamin’ Corn Maze. More than a dozen haunters in the maze will give you the willies. The Maze is more than an acre and includes a walk through the Piney Woods, through the Haunted Cemetery and culminates with the infamous 100-foot underground Tunnel of Doom. Don’t come alone – you will be spooked by more than Halloween ghosts!
New this year, our 1800 sq. ft. CarnEvil of the Damned Haunted House, out in the middle of the Piney Woods. Just the 2 minute walk to the house will get your heart pumping. Something sinister is hiding there. You know something is going to jump out and scare you – you just don’t know where or when. In this Circus of Haunts, you will not be safe from fear. So go ahead and scream – it won’t matter!
Afraid of the dark? Tour the Corn Maze and Haunted House from 6:00-7:00 each evening of the event, and then jump on the G-rated train at 7:30. Get a thrill from the family-friendly haunters.
Terror on the Bayou Halloween Festival will have something for everyone…Carnival games with prizes for all ages; glow sticks and other Halloween products; and concessions. Plus free activities for the entire family when you purchase any event ticket. Mini-maze and mini-haunted house for children under 48 inches; movies and children’s crafts and games.
The event will take place one mile from Jefferson at the Cypress Bayou RV Park, 1602 State Highway 49 East. The easiest way to order tickets is to visit the website, www.JeffersonRailway.com. Online ticket sales now available. You can also buy tickets at the Historic Jefferson Railway depot during specific hours and at the event site during event hours. Train seating is limited so get your tickets early!
10% Discount available for groups of 45 +
Receive a 20% discount on Maze & Haunted House tickets when you
buy a combo ticket that includes the Train.
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August 18th, 2011 by carriagehouse
Photo by Sam Wilson
Please join us for a festive evening and ride the Historic Jefferson Railway train to support The Texas & Pacific Railroad returning to Jefferson. Donations accepted toward cost of bringing the R.D. Moses T&P Railroad layout to the Jefferson Historic Museum. Silent Auction. Raffle.
When: Friday, August 26, 2011
Where: Historic Jefferson Railway, 400 E. Austin; Jefferson, TX 75657. 866-398-2038
Time: 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
See additional details below. Also visit YouTube: RD Moses’ HO scale Texas & Pacific Railway.
Can’t join us on the 26th? You can mail your tax deductible donation to “Jefferson Historical Society & Museum Train Account” at
Historic Jefferson Museum
223 West Austin
Jefferson, TX 75657.
If you would like to have your name on a permanent plaque in the T&P station building, the following donations will qualify:
Rail Baron – $5000
Superintendent – $2000
Yardmaster – $1000
Conductor – $500
Engineer – $250
Fireman – $100
Switchman – $50
Any donation is welcome and will be put to good use. Thank you so much for your consideration.
For additional information, contact Jefferson Historic Museum, 903-665-2775, or Jefferson Cypress Bayou Model Train Club, President Roy Richie, 903-665-9900.
August 17th, 2011 by carriagehouse
Plans are well underway for the 2011 Fall Photography Weekend coming up on November 11-13 here at the Carriage House Bed and Breakfast in Jefferson Texas. After our wine tasting social hour, our resident photographer, Tom, and photographer, Craig Swancy from Weatherford TX will be taking all of the participants out for a Painting With Light Demonstration.
Craig told me this morning, “I’m ordering my goodies today to build some fun things for the Fall Photography Weekend at The Carriage House in Jefferson. We’ll bring some color to your night time exposures. Tom and I will present a few new and interesting tools to those who plan to attend. I can promise that we’ll keep it it simple and certainly show you how to make these fun tools on a really small budget.”
To see a sample of their work, check out this video. If you would like more information on the Fall Photography Weekend, please give me a call at 903-665-9511.
August 15th, 2011 by carriagehouse
Bright and early this morning, the delivery truck showed up with our special delivery…the new tile and back splash. I can’t wait to see this stuff on my new floors and walls. Slowly but surely, the kitchen is coming together.
August 11th, 2011 by carriagehouse
Pictured is the cast of “Always……Patsy Cline”. “Always…Patsy Cline” is the latest performance by Jefferson’s very own Opera House Theatre Players. The performance will be Saturday, Sept. 3, at 7:30 pm in the Transportation-Visitor Center on Austin Street. Tickets are$20 at Blessings Gift Shop 903-665-3895 or may be available at the door for$25 the night of performance.
Cast members are Stacie Hinds as Louise; Terry Sparks as Patsy, and the Bodacious Bobcat Band, all of whom hail from north Louisiana and have played in the show to SRO audiences every performance.
For information on the performance, call 903-665-2310.
August 10th, 2011 by carriagehouse
JEFFERSON, TEXAS
WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT
AUGUST 11-15, 2011
* “NORTHEAST TEXAS REGIONAL FILM COMMISSION 5TH ANNIVERSARY
BASH”
Saturday, August 13 @ 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Location: Jeffersonian Institute, 120 E. Austin
Information: (903) 315-0793
* “THE GREAT RECOVERY” DAVE RAMSEY’S FINANCIAL PEACE
UNIVERSITY CLASSES
Monday, August 15 @ 6:30 p.m.
Location: Jefferson Central Adventist Church, 604 N. Walnut
Information: (903) 240-0469
* AUNTIE SKINNER’S RIVERBOAT CLUB & RESTAURANT
Thursday, August 11: “Karaoke” @ 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Friday, August 12: “Auntie Skinner’s has Talent” Semi-Finals @ 8:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
Saturday, August 13: “The Pack” (Classic Rock) 9:00pm-1:00 a.m.
(903) 665-7121
* KARAOKE
Saturday, August 13 @ 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 August @ 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Prizes & refreshments -Free-
(903) 472-841
* TURNING BASIN RIVERBOAT TOURS
200 Bayou St.
Tuesday-Friday @ 12:00 noon & 2:00 p.m.
Saturdays @ 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
(Weather permitting)
Closed: Sunday & Monday
(903) 665-2222
* LONE STAR CARRIAGE COMPANY OF JEFFERSON
Historical tours of Jefferson by horse & carriage and Mule Drawn Wagon
Specializing in weddings
Friday-Sunday, August 12-14
(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
* JEFFERSON PEDAL POWER
122 E. Austin
Bicycles, Trikes, Tandems, Surreys & more
By reservation
(903) 926-5167
* HISTORIC JEFFERSON RAILWAY
Saturday, August 13 @ 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
* LAFAYETTE STREET VINTAGE VEHICLES CAR MUSEUM
112 W. Lafayette
Friday & Saturday, August 12-13 @ 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
(903) 240-6180
Call for additional tours
* CULBERSON HOUSE HISTORIC HOME TOUR
403 N. Walnut
(903) 665-7888
* By reservation. Call for tour times
* HOUSE OF THE SEASONS HISTORIC HOME TOUR
409 S. Alley
Daily @ 11:00 a.m.
(903) 665-8000
Reservations required
* SINGLETON’S VIRGINIA CROSS HISTORIC HOME TOUR
401 Soda St.
Saturday, August 13 @ 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, August 13 @ 2:00 p.m.
Sunday, August 14 @ 11:00 a.m.
(903) 665-8018
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
* JEFFERSON HISTORICAL MUSEUM
223 W. Austin
Open daily: 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
(903) 665-2775
* 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
* 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
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
* CADDO OUTBACK BACKWATER TOURS
Personalized Tours of Caddo Lake
Uncertain, TX
(903) 789-3384 or (903) 679-9138
Call for reservations
* CADDO LAKE PADDLEWHEEL TOURS “THE SWAMP THING”
Uncertain, TX
(888) 325-5459 or (903) 789-2101
Open: Tuesday-Saturday @ 10:00 a.m., 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.
Closed: Sunday & Monday
Additional tours by appointment
Call for reservations
* 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
August 9th, 2011 by carriagehouse
Carriage House Bed and Breakfast
401 N. Polk Street
Jefferson, Texas 75657
GPS: 32.7572 N, 94.3450 W
p: 903-665-9511
info@carriagehousejefferson.com