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Grillapalooza Get your grill on at 5 p.m. Sunday and Monday at Stone House Vineyard in Spicewood. To attend the dinner, the cost is $55. For more information or to register, call (512) 264-3630 or visit www.stonehousevineyard.com. Courtesy photo

KILLEEN

‘Beauty and the Beast’

This “tale as old as time” can bring the whole family together at 7 p.m. today and Friday, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at Vive Les Arts Theatre.

A co-production of the VLA Children’s Theatre, Main Stage and the KISD Department of Fine Arts, “Beauty and the Beast” is based on the Academy-Award winning animated movie. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students.

For more information or to purchase tickets, call 526-9090 or visit www.vlatheatre.org.



Folklórico workshop

Receive professional instruction on traditional Folklórico dances 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday at the Plaza Hotel.

The cost is $35 for singles and $60 for couples. The Plaza Hotel is located on 1721 East Central Texas Expressway.

For more information, call Geri Schwartzman at 423-6673 or visit www.lulac4535.org.



‘American Idol’ auditions

FOX 44, Central Texas is hosting “American Idol” auditions Wednesday at the Killeen Civic and Conference Center. This is one of three audition sites in Texas.

No applications will be received before 11 a.m. Only the first 100 people may audition on a first-come, first-serve basis, with up to 30 individuals proceeding to the state finals in Waco at Texas State Technical College.

Performers are responsible for bringing any accompanying music on CDs. Performances begin at 1 p.m.

For more information on how to register, visit www.kwkt.com.



Summer book discussion group

“An Altar in the World” will be discussed noon Wednesday at Central Christian Church. Drinks and dessert will be provided and a sack lunch is optional.

For more information, call 526-2179 or e-mail docklin1@hot.rr.com.



HARKER HEIGHTS

Family Fun Night

Have fun with the family 6-9 p.m. Friday at the Harker Heights Community Park Complex.

Events include an adult home run derby and a pitch, hit and run competition for children ages 7-13.

There will also be inflatables, a rock climbing wall, the Military Police Dog Demo Team, door prizes and concessions.

For more information, call 953-5657 or e-mail jbrown@ci.harker-heights.tx.us.



Blood drive

Be a hero and donate blood 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday at the main City of Harker Heights building. All donors will receive an insulated 6-pack cooler and 12 wings from Buffalo Wild Wings.

Participants also will be entered for a chance to win a pair of Houston Astros tickets or $500 gift card of their choice.

To sign up, call 953-5600.



BELTON

‘We Got Game’

“We Got Game” is a sports exhibit on display noon-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays at the Bell County Museum.

The interactive exhibit takes a look at the four major sports in America – baseball, football, basketball, and track and field – and area residents who broke records, played professionally, or coached others to success. The exhibit also showcases artifacts that have been held in storage and are on exhibit for the first time.

For more information, call 933-5243 or visit www.bellcountytx.com/Museum/exhibits_game.html.



TEMPLE

Mambo, samba dancing

Learn to mambo and samba dance 6:30-8 p.m. Thursdays Aug. 5 through Sept. 2 at the Cultural Activities Center.

The class is intended for beginning dancers wanting to learn to mambo and samba.

Cost is $25 per person and students are encouraged to register in couples. Couples will only need to bring leather sole shoes.

For more information or to sign up, call 773-9926 or visit www.cacarts.org.



SALADO

‘Fool’s Gold’

In this 6th annual original melodrama, the peaceful village of Salado succumbs to an outbreak of “gold fever” 7:30 p.m. Fridays and 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays at the Salado Silver Spur Theater.

Can Ranger Grainger save Goody Goody and the Salado citizenry from the peril that ensues? Questions will be answered with a healthy dose of slapstick, song and satire.

Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for senior citizens, military personnel and students with ID, and $8 for children ages 12 and under. Matinees tickets are $10 for adults and $8 for all others.

For more information or to purchase tickets, call 947-3456 or visit www.saladosilverspur.com.



Salado Legends

Enjoy dinner theater at 7:15 p.m. and theater at 8:15 p.m. Saturday and Aug. 7 at Tablerock’s Amphitheater.

The catered meal is optional for $8; reservations are required. To attend the theater portion only, tickets are $17 for adults and $5 for children.

Central Texas’ outdoor musical drama is where history, legend and memories meet on cool summer evenings under the stars. An original song, “Be Careful What You Wish For,” weaves the legends of the Tonkawa Indians, the dreams of Spanish explorers and the hopes of the Scottish settlers into a panoramic tale.

For more information, call 947-9205 or visit www.tablerock.org.



BURNET

Twilight Paddle

Discover how using each of your five senses will help you experience the mysteries which surround you at twilight Friday at Inks Lake State Park.

A specialist will be your “senses-guide” through this evening adventure on the flat waters of Inks Lake. Canoes, kayaks, life jackets and paddles will be provided, or you can bring your own for a reduced fee.

Twilight Paddle is open to ages 18 and older and canoeing or kayaking experience is required. Bring a strong flashlight and wear shoes that can get wet. Participants should meet at the group pavilion. The $15 fee includes boat rental; call for the fee if you bring your boat. Reservations are required and the deadline is 7 p.m. today.

For more information, call (512) 793-2223.



AUSTIN

Music Under the Star

Music Under the Star, the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum’s free concert series, will be held 6-9 p.m. Friday.

Set out your camp chairs and blankets under the Star and listen to live music from Omar and the Howlers. Music Under the Star will be held rain or shine.

On select eventings there will be free Rudy’s Bar-B-Q, Mighty Fine Burgers and Blue Bell ice cream while supplies last. A cash bar will be available on the Plaza featuring Lone Star beer. No coolers or outside refreshments are permitted.

Between music sets, explore the three floors of Main Exhibits and the special exhibition, Texas Treasure: Inside Our Governor’s Mansion, for free. Event parking is available in the museum’s underground garage on the corner of 18th and Congress Streets for free.

For more information, call (512) 936-8746 or visit www.thestoryoftexas.com/special/muts.html.



NEW BRAUNFELS

Rowdy Float Trip

Grab some friends, reserve your campsite, and get ready to rock out on the river at the 5th annual Rowdy Float Trip Aug. 5-7 at the Mountain Breeze Campground on the Guadalupe River in New Braunfels.

During the day, relax in the Guadalupe while listening to some Texas music on the acoustic stage. Evenings and nights are filled with performances by Texas country bands on the main stage. After the concerts, party with friends until the early morning or enjoy campfire acoustic performances.

Tickets are $75 per person and include an event ticket for Aug. 6 and 7 as well as camping fees for those days, but doesn’t include tube rental. Tickets for the pre-party on Aug. 5 are an additional $15 per person and include camping for that night.

Event-only day passes are available for Aug. 6 and 7 and are $25 per person per day. Day pass users must leave the campground at the conclusion of the main stage performance. Parking is included in all ticket prices.

For more information, visit http://floattrip.radiofreetexas.org.



BOERNE

Chuck Wagon Dinner, Wild West Show

Experience Texas during the Wild West with a Chuck Wagon Dinner and Wild West Show Fridays at Enchanted Springs Ranch.

Reservations are required by 1 p.m. the day of the dinner. Plan to arrive around 5 p.m., where you will be greeted by our cowboys and Woodrow, the longhorn steer.

A tractor-pulled wagon will take you through the wild Animal Park to see longhorn cattle, zebras, reindeer, and many other exotics. Enjoy live western music while you eat at 6:30 p.m. in the new arena for a unique Wild West Show. Friday night dinners include beef and chicken fajitas, rice, bean, chips, salsa, and dessert. Complimentary water, iced tea, and coffee are also provided along with a cash margarita, beer and wine bar.

For more information or to make your reservation, call (830) 249-8222, e-mail events@enchantedspringsranch.com or visit www.enchantedspringsranch.com.



SUMMER CONCERTS

JULY 29

Jonas Brothers

Jonas Brothers will perform at 7 p.m. today at the AT&T Center in San Antonio.



AUG. 5

Kathy Griffin

Kathy Griffin will perform at 8 p.m. Aug. 5 at the Long Center for the Performing Arts in Austin.



AUG. 7

The Wiggles

The Wiggles will perform at 12:30 p.m. Aug. 7 at the Paramount Theatre in Austin.



AUG. 10

Cyndi Lauper

Cyndi Lauper will perform at 8 p.m. Aug. 10 at the Paramount Theatre in Austin.



AUG. 14

Corinne Bailey Rae

Corinne Bailey Rae will perform at 8 p.m. Aug. 14 at La Zona Rosa in Austin.



AUG. 17, 18

Jack Johnson

Jack Johnson will perform at 7 p.m. Aug. 17 at the Superpages.com Center in Dallas. He will also perform at 7 p.m. Aug. 18 at the Woodlands Pavilion in the Woodlands.



AUG. 18-22

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey will perform at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 18-20, 11:30 a.m., 3:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Aug. 21, and 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. Aug. 22 at the Frank Erwin Center in Austin.



For more information on upcoming concerts, visit www.ticketmaster.com. For more information on events at the Frank Erwin Center, visit www.uterwincenter.com.



PALMER THEATER

JULY 29

Thursday

Jonah Hex, PG-13



JULY 30

Friday

Toy Story 3, G



JULY 31

Saturday

The A-Team, PG-13



AUG. 1

Sunday

Toy Story 3, G



AUG. 2

Monday

The A-Team, PG-13



AUG. 3

Tuesday

Toy Story 3, G



AUG. 4

Wednesday

The A-Team, PG-13



All shows start at 7 p.m. unless otherwise noted. Palmer Theater is located in Bldg. 334 at the corner of 31st Street and 761st Tank Battalion Avenue. For a recording of all upcoming features, call 287-3851.