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Thursday, November 30, 2006

MUSEUM SHOPS

ARTHOUSE AT THE JONES CENTER

• 700 Congress Ave., 453-5312. www.arthousetexas.org.
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays (Thursdays until 9 p.m.), 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays, 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays.
• Holiday sale: Offering 20 percent off items from Arthouse's popular '5x7' project begins Saturday; open until Dec. 31.
• The goods: Original artworks from the '5x7' project, T-shirts and limited-edition prints.

AUSTIN CHILDREN'S MUSEUM

• 201 Colorado St. 472-2499. www.austinkids.org.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays (open until 8 p.m. Wednesdays), noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.
• Holiday sale: The museum's tax-free shopping day is Tuesday.
• The goods: Educational toys, books, puzzles and lots of stocking stuffers.

AUSTIN MUSEUM OF ART

• 823 Congress Ave., 477-0766. www.amoa.org.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Wednesdays and Fridays-Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.
• The goods: For adults, find coffee table art books, handcrafted jewelry, art reproductions, ceramics, stained glass, scarves and more. For kids, the store has classic wooden pull toys, stacking blocks, stained glass and jewelry kits, art supplies and children's books by award-winning illustrators.

BLANTON MUSEUM OF ART

• Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Congress Avenue, 471-7324. www.blantonmuseum.org.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursdays and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays.
• Holiday sale: Members of reciprocal AMP museums will receive 10 percent off all purchases at the Blanton's museum shop Saturday and Sunday.
• The goods: Located in the Blanton's atrium, the museum shop is the place to find handmade jewelry, art catalogs, calendars, holiday greeting cards, stationery and posters, among other items.

BOB BULLOCK TEXAS STATE HISTORY MUSEUM

• 1800 N. Congress Ave., 936-8746. www.thestoryoftexas.com.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, noon to 6 p.m. Sundays.
• Holiday sale: Today through Saturday, save 20 percent off items in the museum shop.
• The goods: Absolutely all things Texas, from books and CDs to T-shirts, broomstick ponies, decorative home accessories by Texas artisans, Texas food items, Lone Star-related jewelry and children's toys and clothes. There is also a wide-ranging assortment of candy good for stocking stuffers.

CAPITOL GIFT SHOPS

• Capitol Extension location: 1400 N. Congress Ave., Room E1.006, 475-2167. Hours: 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays.
• Capitol Visitors' Center: 112 E. 11th St. 305-8408. www.texascapitolgiftshop.com. Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.
• Holiday sale: Everything in the stores will be offered at a 20 percent discount Dec. 7-8.
• The goods: Shop for the popular Capitol collectible ornament series, Capitol and state seal-related items, executive gifts and accessories, plus historical maps, plush Texas critters and Lone Star flag ties and aprons.

FRENCH LEGATION MUSEUM

• 802 San Marcos St. 472-8180. www.frenchlegationmuseum.org.
• Hours: 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays.
• The goods: Reproductions of historical items and related books.

LADY BIRD JOHNSON WILDFLOWER CENTER

• 4801 La Crosse Ave., 292-4300. www.wildflower.org.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and noon to 5:30 p.m. Sundays
• Holiday sale: Enjoy tax-free shopping for the center's 16th Annual Holiday Shopping Event on Friday and Saturday.
• The goods: The center's store, Wild Ideas, offers gifts with nature as an inspiration, from books and gardening items to jewelry and original artwork such as delicate glass wall sculptures of flowers and hand-painted Christmas ornaments.

LYNDON BAINES JOHNSON LIBRARY & MUSEUM

• 2313 Red River St., 721-0200. www.lbjstore.com.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
• Holiday sale: Enjoy tax-free shopping Friday and Saturday.
• The goods: The store features a variety of items highlighting our American heritage, the presidents and first ladies. There are limited edition hand-painted glass Christmas ornaments as well as White House dessert plates and a rug featuring the Great Seal. In addition to original campaign memorabilia, avid collectors can find T-shirts, ties, note cubes and mouse pads with images from historic campaign buttons.

MEXIC-ARTE MUSEUM

• 419 Congress Ave., 480-9373. www.mexic-artemuseum.org.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.
• The goods: Named by USA Today as one of the top 10 places in the U.S. to buy museum-quality gifts, the Mexic-Arte store features folk art by Mexican masters such as Tiburcio Soteno; Gorky Gonzalez and Hilario Alejos Madrigal; luxurious silk wraps, scarves and handbags by Pineda Covalin of Mexico City; handmade jewelry, silk ties and cuff links and, for the children, musical instruments and bilingual books.

TEXAS MEMORIAL MUSEUM

• 2400 Trinity St. (two blocks north of Royal-Memorial Stadium on the University of Texas campus), 232-4278. www.texasmemorialmuseum.org.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays
• Holiday sale: Today through Sunday, receive 20 percent off all purchases; during these days, proceeds benefit the Texas Natural Science Center's educational programs for children.
• The goods: The store stocks jewelry, folk art, puzzles, books, T-shirts, educational toys, geodes and crystals and lots of dinosaur merchandise.

UMLAUF SCULPTURE GARDEN & MUSEUM

• 605 Robert E. Lee Road. 445-5582. www.umlaufsculpture.org.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Wednesdays-Fridays, 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturdays-Sundays
• The goods: The museum sells postcards, note cards and books including the handy 'A Comprehensive Guide to Outdoor Sculpture in Texas.'

WILD BASIN WILDERNESS PRESERVE

• 805 N. Capital of Texas Highway, 327-7622. www.wildbasin.org.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Sundays
• Holiday sale: 10 percent off Dec. 1-11 with 20 percent off on books.
• The goods: The Wilderness Gift Shop features nature-related items and gifts.

WOMEN & THEIR WORK GALLERY

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• 1710 Lavaca St., 477-1064. www.womenandtheirwork.org.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays
• Holiday sale: . Today through Saturday, those who show their membership card from any Austin museum will receive 10 percent off.
• The goods: The gallery shop features nique jewelry, purses, books, journals, cards, toys, housewares including glass and porcelain bowls, and other handmade items, many made by local artists.

ART GALLERIES

ART ON FIFTH

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays. 1501 W. Fifth St. 481-1111, www.arton5th.com.
• The goods: 'The Unorthodox Taxidermy of Dr. Seuss,' runs from Dec. 8-23. This national touring exhibition will be the largest showing of the art of Dr. Seuss displayed in Texas. Receptions are 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 8 and 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 9.

ART PALACE

• Hours: 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and by appointment. 2109 E. Cesar Chavez St. 496-0687, www.artpalacegallery.com.
• The goods: Art Palace morphs into a messy hotel room turned temporary 'buy-it-and-take-it' gallery for 'Fair,' a group show featuring emerging and established artists, including, among others, Peat Duggins, Ali Fitzgerald, Jonathan Marshall, Stephanie Wagner, Eric Zimmerman and Rebecca Ward. Live Holiday Auction 8 to 11 p.m. Dec. 16.

ARTSPOKEN GALLERY

• Hours: Noon to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. 1507 W. Koenig Lane. www.artspoken.com. 589-2905.
• The goods: The 2nd annual '12 Buy' Exhibit kicks off with an opening reception Dec. 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. The '12 Buy' Exhibit features work in a 12-by-12-inch format from over 30 Austin area artists.

ARTWORKS

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays. 1214 W. Sixth St. 472-1550.
• The goods: Fine art from the United States, Asia and India — glass, ceramics, functional art and framing.

AUSTIN GALLERIES

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1219 W. Sixth St. 495-9363, www.austingalleries.com.
• The goods: Impressionist and modern paintings, bronze and marble statues, 19th- and 20th-century prints, 18th- and 19th-century paintings, antiques, decorative items and lighting.

CORONADO STUDIO

• Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, holiday show and sale 4 to 6 p.m. 901 Vargas Ave. 385-3591, www.coronadostudio.com.
• The goods: The Serie Print Project — now in its 14th year — is a fine art printing project administered by Coronado Studios that invites up to 15 emerging and established artists each year to produce a limited edition serigraph.

D BERMAN GALLERY

• Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. (The gallery will be closed from Dec. 24 through Jan. 2.) 1701 Guadalupe St. 477-8877, www.dbermangallery.com.
• The goods: 'Weeds,' a new showing of bronze sculptures by local artist Beverly Penn, runs through Dec. 23.There will be a 'gallery talk' at 1 p.m. on Saturday.

DAVIS GALLERY & FRAMING

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. 837 W. 12th St., 477-4929, www.davisgalleryaustin.com.
• The goods: Contemporary painting, photography and sculpture by Christopher St. Leger, Sandra Langston, Laurel Daniel, Martha Hughes and others. Custom framing services.

DIAZ GALLERY

3507 S. First St. 444-0013, www.diazgallery.com.

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays Sundays.
• The goods: Work by Austin artists Christopher Fitzgerald, Andrew Davis, Blake Yantis and Aaron Speyer in a sleek South Austin gallery.

F8 FINE ART GALLERY

• Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays (open until 8 the first Thursday of the month). 1202 W. Sixth St. 480-0242, www.f8fineart.com.

FIELDING LECHT GALLERY

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays, noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and by appointment Sundays. 708 Congress Ave. 476-0044, www.fieldinglecht.com.
• The goods: Through Dec. 16, the gallery will feature 'Reflection,' lacquer paintings by Vietnamese artist Le Thua Tien.

FLATBED PRESS & GALLERY

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Staurdays. 2830 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. 477-9328, www.flatbedpress.com.
• The goods: Original, limited-edition etchings, lithographs, photogravures, woodcuts and monotypes by both established and emerging artists including Terry Allen, Keith Carter, Michael Ray Charles, Luis Jimenez, Melissa Miller and Sydney Yeager.

GALLERY LOMBARDI

• Hours: Noon to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, Friday through Jan. 7. Reception from 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday. 910 W. Third St. 481-1088, www.gallerylombardi.com.
• The goods: The 'Xmas Expo' is a funky group show featuring 50 Central Texas artists. Find original and affordable paintings, drawings, sculpture and photography as well as lighting fixtures, hand-blown glass, ceramic vases, purses and jewelry.

GALLERY SHOAL CREEK

• Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays. 2905 San Gabriel St., Suite 101. 454-6671, www.galleryshoalcreek.com.
• The goods: Contemporary fine art from the United States, Canada, Mexico and Europe.

GALLERY SOCO

• Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays 1714-A S. Congress Ave. 442-5144, www.gallerysoco.com.
• The goods: Contemporary fine art and posters by local and national artists. Custom framing.

LA PEÑA

• Hours: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mondays-Fridays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. 227 Congress Ave. 477-6007, www.lapena-austin.org.
• The goods: Fine art and gift shop featuring Latino art. During December, 'The Rug Hooking Project' will feature handmade rugs from Mexico.

NORTH HILLS GALLERY

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to noon. Sundays. 7050 Village Center Drive. 345-1743.
• The goods: The 'Fifth Annual Advent Show' is a juried exhibit featuring two-dimensional artwork with a holiday or Advent theme.

OKAY MOUNTAIN

• Hours: 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, noon to 5 p.m. Saturdays and by appointment. 1312 E. Cesar Chavez St., www.okaymountain.com.
• The goods: 'Staff Infection' features work by the eight artists behind this alt gallery: Sterling Allen, Tim Brown, Peat Duggins, Justin Goldwater, Nathan Green, Ryan Hennessee, Josh Rios and Michael Sieben.

PUMP PROJECT GALLERY

702 Shady Lane, 351-8571, www.shadytreestudios.com.

• Hours: A new show begins on Friday; hours to be set by artist.
• The goods: Independent artist-run gallery features work of local emerging artists.

LORA REYNOLDS GALLERY

• Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 300 West Ave., No. 1318 215-4965, www.lorareynolds.com.
• The goods: Through Saturday, Benjamin Butler works from his show titled 'New Trees and Forests.' 'Certain Creatures' by Karen Breneman opens on Dec. 9 and runs until Jan. 27.

RUSSELL COLLECTION FINE ART

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. 10000 Research Blvd., Suite 130. 342-0747, www.russell-collection.com.
• The goods: Limited-edition prints by Miro, Renoir, Picasso, Matisse, Manet, Leger, Chagall, Cezanne and others.

SLUGFEST PRINTMAKING WORKSHOP & GALLERY

• Hours: 1:30 to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1906 Miriam Ave. 477-7204, www.slugfestprints.com.
• The goods: Longtime fine art print shop features local and national artists.

STEPHEN CLARK GALLERY

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1101 W. Sixth St. 477-0828.
• The goods: Fine art photographs by artists from the Southwest and South, including Kate Breakey, Keith Carter, Ann Stautberg and others.

STUDIO 107

• Hours: 1 to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays, until Jan. 1 (closed Dec. 24-25). 411 Brazos St., Suite 107. 477-9092, www.studio107.com.
• The goods: 'Holiday Punch 3' features works mostly from Texas artists including Terra Goolsby, Jessie Tong, Sarah Nix-Ginn, Jason Buchanan, Baseera Khan and Takako Tanabe.

EL TALLER GALLERY

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Mondays -Saturdays, 2438 W. Anderson Lane. 302-0100, www.eltallergallery.com.
• The goods: Original prints by contemporary Southwestern and modern artists, as well as works by traditional artists, plus Indian pottery, jewelry, weaving and sculpture and works by seminal Austin artist Amado Peña.

URBAN ROOTS GALLERY

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays. 1202-A W. Sixth St. 517-0134, www.urbanrootsgallery.com.
• Hours: Sculpture of recyclable materials made by artist E. Moises Diaz.

VOLITANT GALLERY

320 Congress Ave., 236-1240, www.volitant.com

• Hours: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and noon to 6 p.m. Sundays-Mondays.
• The goods: Work by regional and international contemporary artists. In addition to the gallery's work with internationally known artists, such as Marcos Lopez, Nicola Costantino and Stanikas, there is also work by local artists.

WALLY WORKMAN GALLERY

• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays (until 8 p.m. on the first Thursday of the month). 1202 W. Sixth St. 472-7428, www.wallyworkmangallery.com.
• The goods: The 2006 Holiday Show runs Saturday through Dec. 24. The show includes all gallery artists painting in red. Opening reception Saturday from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

YARD DOG FOLK ART

• Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. 1510 S. Congress Ave. 912-1613, www.yarddog.com.
• The goods: Now celebrating its 11th anniversary, Yard Dog shows classic and contemporary North American folk art.

SHOPS

ART USA GALLERY & FRAMING

• 3267 Bee Cave Road, 306-1064.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays
• The goods: Prints and paintings as well as framing services.

AUSTIN ART GLASS

• 1608 S. Congress Ave., 916-4527.www.austinartglass.com.
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays (open until 7 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays)
• The goods: Hand-blown art glass, fused glass and slumped glass in a SoCo shop.

AUSTIN PRESENCE

• 2785 Bee Cave Road, 306-9636. www.austinpresence.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays -Fridays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays.
• The goods: Art glass, fiber art, jewelry, metal art and reproductions from the Frank Lloyd Wright Collection

BIG RED SUN

• 1102 E. Cesar Chavez St., 480-0688. www.bigredsun.com.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: Stylish landscaping design company also sells plants, art, gifts and decorative items.

CERAMICS BAYOU

• 3620 Bee Cave Road, 328-1168. www.ceramicsbayou.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: One of several locations in Austin where you can paint your own pottery.

CLARKSVILLE POTTERY AND GALLERIES

• 4001 N. Lamar Blvd., 454-9079; 9828 Great Hills Trail, 794-8580, www.clarksvillepottery.com.
• Hours: Central — 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays; Great Hills Trail — 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: Founded in 1976, Clarksville offers a wide selection including American handcrafted sculpture, hanging art, wood, pottery, jewelry and garden art.

CLAYWAYS POTTERY STUDIO

• 5442 Burnet Road, 459-6445. www.clayways.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays- Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: Showcases the work of more than 35 Central Texas potters from the functional to the whimsical to the decorative.

CLAYWORKS

• 1209 E. Sixth St., 474-9551. www.clayworks.net.
• Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays
• The goods: Popular handmade ceramic sconces, house numbers, address plaques and decorative tiles.

COUNTRY STORE GALLERY

• 1304 Lavaca St., 474-6222.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays-Saturdays, closed on Sundays and Tuesdays

• The goods: Landscapes and Southwestern art are shown in an 81-year-old gallery, reputedly the oldest in Texas.

ECLETIC FURNITURE AND FOLK ART

• 700 N. Lamar Blvd., 477-1816.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: Masks, mirrors, sculpture along with an array of furniture.

EL INTERIOR

• 1009 West Lynn St., 474-8680. www.elinterior.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: An assortment of quality imported goods, including San Antonino dresses, Pico skirts and huipiles, all from Oaxaca.

FEATS OF CLAY

• 4630 Burnet Road., 453-2111.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays-Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays
• The goods: For almost 30 years, this warm and homey spot has been home to ceramics of all kinds, for use in both the home and garden. Pottery classes are also offered.

FIRE ISLAND HOT GLASS STUDIO

• 3401 E. Fourth St., 389-1100. www.fireislandglass.com.
• Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesdays- Saturdays
• The goods: Very popular glass-blowing studio and showroom, the oldest in the state.

FLUX

• 2401 E. Sixth St., Suite 2020, 320-0753. www.austinfluxstudio.com.
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays.
• The goods: The working studio of metalsmith and jewelry designer Lisa Crowder also showcases the work of other artists in a variety of media including ceramics, glass and clothing.

JEAN-MARC FRAY

• 1009 W. Sixth St., 457-0077. www.jeanmarcfray.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays
• The goods: Selected 17th- to 20th-century French antiques and contemporary art.

IMAGES OF AUSTIN AND THE SOUTHWEST

• 4612 Burnet Road, 451-1229. www.images-austin.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays
• The goods: Gallery featuring Texas Hill Country and Austin themes by watercolorist Mary Doerr.

KATHY WOMACK GALLERY

• 411 Brazos St., Suite 100, 288-0238. www.kwomack.com.
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays
• The goods: Paintings, bronzes, furnishings and Womack's popular 'Women and Wine' prints.

KING STREET MODERN

• 2001 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., 499-0719.
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays

The goods: Antiques, fine art and mid-century treasures. On view through Dec. 23 are paintings by Texas modernist Robert Gage.

LAS MANOS MAGICAS

• 603 W. Live Oak St., 416-1715.
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, noon to 6 p.m. Sundays.
• The goods: Mexican folk art and ethnic jewelry.

LOTUS GALLERY

• 1201-B W. Sixth St., 474-1700. www.lotusasianart.com.
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays and by appointment
• The goods: Asian art and high-end furniture.

MI CASA GALLERY AND IMPORTS

• 1700 S. Congress Ave., 707-9797.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: Lots of imported furnishings and home décor objects; also some fine art.

MITCHIE'S FINE BLACK ART & GIFT GALLERY

• 6406 N. Interstate 35. 323-6901. www.mitchie.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: Specializes in Afro-centric art, books, cards, collectibles, carvings and custom framing.

MOXIE AND THE COMPOUND

• 909 W. Mary St. 441-6699. www.moxieandthecompound.com
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, noon to 8 p.m. Thursdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.
• The goods: Owned and run by Austin artists and designers, Moxie features jewelry, artwork, art-embellished clothing for adults and children and stained glass items.

ORIGINALS

• 40225 Research Blvd., Suite 100, 343-2011.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays, noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.
• The goods: American jewelry, hand-blown glass, wood and metalwork.

PFLUGERVILLE COUNTRY GALLERY

• 301 W. Pecan St., Pflugerville. 251-5329.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays, 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays. Closed Sundays and Mondays.
• The goods: Original works by local artists.

PIECES OF THE PAST

• 411 W. Monroe St., 326-5141. www.pieces-of-the-past.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, noon to 6 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: Architectural salvage along with art and other decorative items.

POSITIVE IMAGES ART

• 1118 W. Sixth St., 472-1831.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays.
• The goods: Jewelry, artisan-made items for the home and fine art.

QUALITY FRAMES & ART GALLERY

• 3663 Bee Cave Road, 328-3631. www.qf-art.com.
• Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays.
• The goods: Separate art gallery with framing shop.

RENAISSANCE GLASS COMPANY

• 5200 Burnet Road, 451-3971
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays-Fridays
• The goods: Sheets of decorative and stained glass, custom art glass and repairs.

SHORELINES GALLERY

• 221 W. Second St., 322-9661. www.shorelinesgalleryaustin.com
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays-Wednesday,10 a.m. to 10 p.m.Thursdays-Saturdays, and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays
• The goods: Features jewelry, glass art, wood and metal sculpture, bronze sculpture, lithographs, and original paintings.

THE STASH

• 2209 S. First St., 448-7707. www.austinstash.com.
• Hours: Noon to 7 p.m. Tuesdays-Saturdays.
• The goods: Artists' works are displayed on a rotational basis and include abstract paintings, color pencil drawings and watercolors.

TEN THOUSAND VILLAGES

• 1317 S. Congress Ave., 440-0440. www.villagesofaustin.org.
• Hours: 11a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays and noon-5 p.m. Sundays.
• The goods: Handcrafted items from around the world, all made by people who were paid fairly and profitably for their work by this nonprofit organization.

TESOROS TRADING COMPANY

• 209 Congress Ave., 479-8377. www.tesoros.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily
• The goods: Extraordinary range of imported goods and art from classic downtown shop. May be the best place for last-minute shopping.

TURQUOISE DOOR

• 1208 S. Congress Ave., 416-7100.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays.
• The goods: Jewelry, yes, but also some stunning Latin American folk artworks.

WESTART GALLERY

• 11204 RM 1826, 327-3377.
• Hours: By appointment only.
• The goods: Art by historicist Bruce Marshall.

WHOLE EARTH PROVISION CO.

• 2410 San Antonio St., 478-1577; 1014 N. Lamar Blvd., 476-1414; West Gate Boulevard at South Lamar Boulevard, 899-0992; www.wholeearthprovision.com.
• Hours: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Mondays- Saturdays, noon to 6 p.m. Sundays.
• The goods: Tons of gifts, clothing, toys and art related to nature and the outdoors.

WILD ABOUT MUSIC

• 115 E. Sixth St. 708-1700. www.wildaboutmusic.com.
• Hours: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays-Thursday, Fridays-Saturdays 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., noon to 6 p.m. Sundays.
• The goods: Music-themed clothing, art, home décor, games, books, calendars and collectible ornaments.

FAIRS AND FESTIVALS (in order by date)

HOLIDAY CHEER SHOPPING, SPIRITS AND CELEBRATION

• 6 to 8 p.m. today; 1710 Lavaca St.; Free; www.womenandtheirwork.org.
• The goods: The gift shop at Women and Their Work kicks off the holiday season with gift ideas including housewares, art books, toys and handbags. DJ Katastrophik will provide the music and Tito's Vodka will provide the spirits.

THORNTON ROAD STUDIOS ANNUAL HOLIDAY SALE

• 5 to 10 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 2309 and 2311 Thornton Road, near South Lamar Boulevard and Oltorf Street; Free; www.thorntonroadstudios.com.
• The goods: Art from more than 30 artists, including pottery, line drawings and glasswork will be up for sale. Artists will do demonstrations; food vendors and live music will round out this year's holiday sale.

THE BOULDIN CREEK STUDIO TOUR

• 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday; 1608 S. Third St.; Free; www.bouldincreekstudiotour.com.
• The goods: Local artists open their doors for the Bouldin Creek studio tour. This one-day sale will feature hundreds of creations, from jewelry, clothing and accessories to paintings and prints. This studio tour also gives people the chance to see where the artists work.

FROEHLICHE WEIHNACHTEN Y'ALL CHRISTMAS MARKET

• 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday; 507 E. 10th St., German-Texan Heritage Society; Free; 482-0927, www.gths.net.
• The goods: Experience a traditional German-Texan Christmas market and visit with St. Nick. The German-Texan Heritage Society offers handmade and imported wooden and glass German ornaments, embroidered linens and other gifts from Germany and Texas. Refreshments, live music and German Christmas caroling throughout the day. All goods sold are tax-free.

THE SPIRIT ECHOES FINE ART AND FINE CRAFT HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW

• 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday; the New Crockett Center 10601 N. Lamar Blvd.; $2-$5; www.spiritechoes.com.
• The goods: See art demonstrations and enjoy live music. There will also be kid activities and about 60 booths full of original gifts for shopping.

FIRST THURSDAY ON SOUTH CONGRESS

• Starts at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 7; South Congress Avenue between Riverside Drive and Live Oak Street; Free; www.firstthursday.info.
• The goods: Thousands flock to SoCo for this monthly event of live music, art, shopping and food. Dozens of street vendors offer arts and crafts, but there are also some SoCo shops with serious art.

MAIN STREET ARTISAN STROLL

• Starts at 5 p.m. Dec. 7; Main Street, Round Rock; Free; 341-8788.
• The goods: Same as First Thursday on SoCo, but in the suburbs. Live music, art and shopping.

AUSTIN ART CO-OP HOLIDAY ART SHOW AND SALE

• Noon to 5 p.m. Dec. 8 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec 9; Free; 4401 Sinclair Ave. www.austinartcoop.com.
• The goods: This is the fourth annual show and sale, featuring fused glass, art sculptures, prints funky pillows, jewelry, photography and more.

WEST END GALLERY NIGHT

• Daytime until at least 8 p.m. Dec. 7; West Fifth and Sixth streets between Lamar Boulevard and West Lynn Street; Free; 480-0242, 481-1111
• The goods: Art, wine and people-watching.

BLUE GENIE CHRISTMAS BAZAAR

• Opening reception, 6 to 10 p.m. Dec. 7; 10 a.m. to midnight Dec. 8 and 9; 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Dec. 11-14, 10 a.m. to midnight Dec. 15 and 16; 916 Springdale Road; Free; 444-6655, www.bluegenieart.com.
• The goods: Looking for something a little bizarre and funky? Then try the annual Christmas Bazaar hosted by Blue Genie Art Industries. Shop for art, jewelry and crafts by dozens of local artists while listening to live music.

CHERRYWOOD ART FAIR

• 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 9-10; Maplewood Elementary School, 3808 Maplewood Ave. (at East 38 1/2 Street); Free; www.cherrywoodartfair.org.
• The goods: A fundraiser for Maplewood Elementary School's art programs, this annual holiday art fair gathers some of the best local artisans, jewelry- and handbag-makers, ceramists and artists. All-day live music, children's activities and food.

ARMADILLO CHRISTMAS BAZAAR

• 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Dec. 9-24 ; Austin Music Hall, 208 Nueces St. (Third and Nueces streets); $5 evenings and weekends, $3 weekdays before 7 p.m.; 447-1605, www.armadillobazaar.com.
• The goods: Ranked nationally as one of the top arts and craft shows, the Armadillo Christmas Bazaar is just about the most Austin event of the holiday season. Find eclectic gift items by at least 130 artists and enjoy the sounds of Austin's favorite musicians. Live music starts every night at 8 p.m.

OUTSIDE AUSTIN

Bastrop
BASTROP FINE ARTS GUILD 1009 Main St. (512) 321-8055.

Blanco
BRIEGER POTTERY 409 Fourth St. (830) 833-2860. www.briegerpottery.com.
RAIN BIRD GALLERY 103 Main St. (830) 833-5900.

Dripping Springs
GALLERY OF THE REPUBLIC & NATIVE AMERICAN IMAGES 2600 E. U.S. 290, (512) 858-5166.
SUNSET CANYON POTTERY 4002 E. U.S. 290, (512) 894-0938.
WERTH GALLERY 32139 Mirela Road. (512) 264-0861.

Elgin
KINGFISHER FINE ART & MUSIC 116 Depot St., (512) 281-0046. www.kingfisherartmusic.com.

Fredericksburg
ARTISANS AT ROCKY HILL 6266 E. U.S. 290, (830) 990-8160.
BECKENDORF GALLERY 105 N. Adams St. (800) 369-9004.
FREDERICKSBURG ART GALLERY 314 E. Main St. (830) 990-2707.
THE GRASSHOPPER & WILD HONEY 113 E. Main St. (830) 997-5012.
JACKSON'S UPTOWN ART & ANTIQUES 214 W. Main St. (830) 997-0073.
LOCAL COLOR 406 W. Main St. (830) 990-4552.
PHOTOGRAPHY 414 414 E. Main St. (830) 990-1330.
WHISTLE PIK GALLERIES 425 E. Main St. (830) 990-8151, (800) 999-0820.

Georgetown
ANNARELLA 800 S. Austin Ave. (512) 864-9822. www.annarellaonline.com.
C GAUTHIER BOUTIQUE 817 S. Austin Ave. (512) 868-0820.
CAROL WOOLF GALLERY 817 S. Austin Ave. (512) 863-8445. www.carolwoolf.com.
ESCAPE 713 S. Main St. (512) 930-0052. www.shoptheescape.com.
FRAMER'S GALLERY 610 S. Main St. (512) 863-2214.
INSPIRATION GLASS STUDIO 211 W. Eighth St. (512) 869-6630.
WILLIAMSON COUNTY ART GUILD 109 E. Eighth St. (512) 868-3966. www.wcartguild.com.
WINDBERG GALLERY 714 S. Austin Ave. (800) 252-9771. www.windberg.com.

Johnson City
KIRCHMAN GALLERY 213 N. Nugent St. (830) 868-9290.

Lake Travis area
THE TREASURY 6535 Comanche Trail. (512) 266-6444.

Marble Falls
RIVERBEND FINE ART 710 First St. (830) 693-6632, www.riverbendfineart.com.

Round Rock
AARON BROTHERS ART & FRAMING 120 Sundance Parkway. (512) 828-5568.
BRUSHY CREEK ARTS & GIFTS 2705 Chert Cove. (512) 218-0952.

Salado
ACCENTS OF SALADO 209 S. Main St. (877) 947-5938.
B. HERD GALLERY 12 Old Town Salado, (800) 982-8405.CLASSICS ON MAIN 6 Salado Square, (254) 947-3277.
GRIFFITH FINE ART GALLERY 229 N. Main St. (254) 947-3177.
MILLER FINE ART GALLERY 227 N. Main St. (254) 947-0771.
MUD PIES POTTERY 18 N. Main St. (254) 947-0281.
PRELLOP FINE ART GALLERY 214 Main St. (888) 461-2605.
THOMAS KINKADE, STAGECOACH GALLERY 406 S. Main St. (254) 947-3727.

Smithville
b>ARTISTS IN ACTION 111 Main St. (512) 360-2822.

Spicewood

REFLECTIONS OF THE WEST 9408 E. Texas 71. (830) 693-0061.

THE GALLERY AT PALEFACE CROSSING 23526 W. Texas 71. (512) 264-8807.

GLASSWORX STUDIO 18218 W. Texas 71 (512) 913-3823, www.glassworxstudio.net

SHADE TREE POTTER 25001 W. Texas 71 (512) 264-9923, www.shadetreepotter.com

SPICEWOOD SPINES 9801 Texas 71 (830) 693-5466, www.spicewoodspines.com.

Wimberley
THE ART GALLERY 100 Oak Drive. (512) 847-7278.
STARDANCE ARTS 116 Wimberley Square. (512) 847-1966.
WIMBERLEY GLASS WORKS 6469 RM 12, San Marcos, (512) 393-3316, (800) 929-6686, www.wgw.com.