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A collection of native moths on display during a TBGNAIC insect program, photo © Savannah Early. Courtesy of the Texas Botanical Gardens & Native American Interpretive Center, Inc.

A collection of native moths on display during a TBGNAIC insect program, photo © Savannah Early. Courtesy of the Texas Botanical Gardens & Native American Interpretive Center, Inc.

Sip, Savor, and Study: A Mothing Soirée with Wildlife Biologist Tessa Boucher

Courtenay Smith, Executive Director Texas Botanical Gardens & Native American Interpretive Center, Inc.Goldthwaite, TX — July 6, 2026 — The Texas Botanical Gardens & Native American Interpretive Center, Inc.
The Postscript: Raspberry Time

The Postscript: Raspberry Time

The Postscript: Raspberry Time

As far as I know, most of my people were farmers. On both my parents’ sides, my Scandinavian ancestors came across the ocean looking for better topsoil. I know immigrants came for many reasons— to start businesses and escape oppression and to avoid starvation.
Richland Springs 2026 Stars & Stripes event winners

Richland Springs 2026 Stars & Stripes event winners

Richland Springs 2026 Stars & Stripes event winners

Washer Tournament1st place washers - Mike Teel and Daniel Moore2nd place washers - Digger Huron and Mike Teel3rd place washers - Storm Teel and Jesse Richmon Horseshoes Tournament 1st place horseshoes - Storm Teel and Daniel Moore2nd place horseshoes - Roger Bush and Roy Maultsby3rd place...
The Cherokee Cheerleaders with the Most Spirit!

The Cherokee Cheerleaders with the Most Spirit!

July 4th - Cherokee Style

We had a wonderful time and would like to continue to celebrate this tradition. Everyone is invited! We had an INCREDIBLE fireworks show in memory of Mac Daugherty.We had free water slides, a baseball game, and a fajita meal with homemade ice cream for dessert.
Robert and Mae are serving dinner to the group.

Robert and Mae are serving dinner to the group.

Cherokee Chatter

A highlight of each summer at Cherokee Home for Children is welcoming church groups who generously give their time to serve and encourage our staff and children.
San Saba Garden Club says, Happy July 4th

San Saba Garden Club says, Happy July 4th

San Saba Garden Club says, Happy July 4th

San Saba’s Mill Pond Park scenic areas are favorite places for us to enjoy and treasure. Here we are just below the historic clubhouse by the water wheel that reminds us there used to be a working mill there.