Pondering Our Place

By Editor | September 15, 2024 |

SUNDAY September 15, 2024

“The pen that writes your life story must be held in your own hand.”

Irene C. Kassorla

Pondering Our Place, International Texas Sounds, It’s Not For Me To Say, Merle Jam, Wine, Dining, Music, Glimpsing Through, Scattered Light, Totally Unleashed, and Getaways are just a few subjects inspiring us in the Upper East Side of Texas this week. Enjoy these stories below and find more in the County Line eMagazine. — P.A. Geddie

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The colorful hand-drawn images of the late artist Gary Bachers were a staple at art festivals around the country and none appreciated them more than the collectors at Texas shows, including Edom Art Festival and Cottonwood Art Festival that take place each October. Bachers passed away in August 2023 but attendees at the Edom and Richardson festivals this year will be happy to find his artwork once again among the sea of artists’ tents. Pictured is “Pondering Our Place.” READ MORE

FEATURE

Tanna Ramponi of Buenos Aires, Argentina, is one of 24 acts from 16 different nations performing Texas country music at the 2024 Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards.

Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards

Texas Sounds International Country Music Awards Festival takes place on October 3-5 at Memorial City Hall Performance Center (MCH) in Marshall. The three-day event brings leading celebrity artists from around the world to perform and compete. Each evening, an entirely new lineup of singers, duos, and full bands take the stage in hopes of winning a Texas Sounds International CMA award. There are artists from 14 different nations and four continents, with five to seven different acts each night. READ MORE

THIS TIME OF YEAR

Happy Birthday Johnny Mathis

On September 30, 1935, Johnny Mathis was born in Gilmer, Texas. He would go on to be one of the most beloved pop singers in American music history. Gilmer pays tribute to this native son at the Historic Upshur Museum. He’s still performing and celebrates his 89th birthday this week in Stamford, CT. READ MORE

FOOD & DRINK

Enjoy Main Street Uncorked Wine & Music Festival

Main Street Uncorked Wine & Music Festival takes place from 1 to 7 p.m. October 12 at Celebration Plaza in downtown Sulphur Springs. READ MORE

ARTS & CULTURE

Whiskeyfish Reunites for Salt Festival 50th Anniversary

Brothers Matt (left) and J.P. Fisher started the band Whiskeyfish more than 20 years ago. They disbanded in 2010 and are reuniting for a special performance in their hometown for the 50th anniversary of the Grand Saline Salt Festival. READ MORE