Festivals and Expos

Conference is geared to producers and consumers. Topics range from understanding product labeling to organic fruit tree management to urban homesteading. Jim Hightower, former Texas Agriculture Commissioner and bestselling author, will deliver the keynote speech. $200/nonmembers, $110/day pass. $165/members, $90/day pass. $50/banquet tickets sold separately. Includes the Hightower keynote.

20th annual Winter SolstiCelebration featuring ritual, dance, magic, music, poetry, conscious movement, meditation and storytelling. This is the final year for the event. Bring a flashlight to participate in the return of the light ceremony. Bring food pantry and winter wear donations. Cost: Adults - $20/at the door, $17/advance. Children and seniors - $15/at the door, $13/ in advance.

Downtown employers are encouraged to permit a long lunch and herd employees to the new Klyde Warren Park on Friday. Entertainment, food trucks, ping pong tournament, croquet, yoga, mah jong are on the lineup. See complete schedule on website.

The Promise of Peace Garden is hosting this holiday bazaar with items from local artists. Event includes brunch, complimentary wine at noon and a free winter garden class by Redenta's.

Local farmers, food vendors, artisans.

Shop for handmade toys, decor, clothes and gift items for the holiday season.