Texas Now Magazine April 2015 | Page 33

Portland Gypsy’s Fun Run is always a great event along with a car show that’ll make you drool! But wait! Do you know about the contests? How about this contest lineup? Horseshoe and Washer Tournaments, Hot Dog Eating Contest, and a Crazy Boot Contest! What FUN!!! There is also a Plein Air Art Contest! WOW is this cool stuff or what? Love to shop? Good - because you can to your heart’s content. Vendors will be at Windfest selling unique and beautiful arts and crafts. You’re sure to find that oneof-a-kind treasure you’ve been looking for. And don’t worry about eating before you go. With lots of great food at Windfest everyone’s craving will be satisfied! Some exciting and fun stuff is going down at Windfest this year. And you haven’t heard the best yet – the live musical entertainment will blow you away! Headliners for this year’s event are Curtis Grimes and Bart Crow!!! Are they kidding?? Heck no! These guys are awesome and you’ll be dancing your boots off when they start playing. must see event for children of ALL ages! Take a sneak preview and check him out at: http://www.looprawlins.com/ The music starts playing Friday from 6:30pm-8:30pm with everyone’s favorite The Borderline Band! These Texas Recording Artists play everything! Texas country, traditional country dance AND southern rock. These guys are great and will be playing all your favorite music to get your feet moving. But that’s not even close to what else you and your children will enjoy. There will be a Kid’s Tractor Pull, Celebration Game Show, Kite Contest, Lego Building Contest, and the Famous Dachshund Dash! Colette Walls of the Portland Chamber of Commerce shared the fact that the city of Portland is very family oriented. With all the amazing children’s events guess you could say that is indeed a fact! With one of the top notch school districts in the state it’s a great place to raise a family. Located high on a bluff overlooking two beautiful bays, it’s the perfect place for well…everything! Are you ready to have some more FUN!! Good, because there’s even MORE!!! Like hot motorcycles and super neat cars? Windfest has you covered. For you motor enthusiasts, the The Texas Coast’s Best Regional Magazine ✯ texas now & THE ARTS TAGE, EVENTS, HERI 29