Old 1940s Grain Silo Converted to Boutique Texas Inn

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Old 1940s Grain Silo Converted to Boutique Texas Inn

via Green Building : Jetson Green by Preston Koerner on 4/27/09

I just love this grain silo home -- it's a fantastic example of adaptive reuse. In 2007, Gruene Homestead Inn purchased the 1940s grain silo and remodeled the interior and exterior. The result is authentic and incredible. Can you imagine chilling on that front porch, enjoying a little Texas summer? The Silo includes one bedroom and one bathroom in a loft-type setup for the rental price of $175/$210 a night.

This Silo House isn't as lavish as Earl's Montesilo Home, but I bet it's a treat to stay in. Check out The Silo if you're ever going to New Braunfels, Texas.

First noticed at Tiny House Blog.

Photo credits: Gruene Homestead Inn.

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Spring Festival 2009 - Boys and Girls Country

These are organization that need your support.

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Spring Festival 2009 - Boys and Girls Country

via Tomball, Texas by The Administrator on 4/27/09

Date: May 2, 2009
Time: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM
http://www.boysandgirlscountry.org

Event Description

Fun for all ages - Bug's Life Obstacle Course, Super Slide, Moon Walk, Ring Toss, Hay Ride, Burgers, Train Ride, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Cotton Candy, Plant Sale, Barbeque, Live Music, Auction, Games, Climbing Wall, Funnel Cakes, Amazon Extreme Obstacle Course

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Tomball Garden Club annual plant sale

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Tomball Garden Club annual plant sale

via Tomball, Texas by The Administrator on 4/27/09

Date: May 2, 2009

Event Description

The Tomball garden club will hold it`s annual plant sale on May 2nd from 9am until 2 pm in front of the Griffin Museum on Pine st.

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Ant Tending his Aphid Herd

Ant farm
Originally uploaded by dakota smith

This was taken on my front porch. My son was giving me lessons on macro shooting.

Mueller's 21st Annual BBQ Cook-Off Benefit

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Mueller's 21st Annual BBQ Cook-Off Benefit

via Tomball, Texas by The Administrator on 4/27/09

Date: May 2, 2009

Event Description

BBQCook-off Benefiting Magnolia Vol. Fire Dept and family member.
Dine in or take out BBQ lunch starting at noon ($6.00)
Silent auction 9am-3pm
Live auction starting at 4:30
Horseshoe Tournament $20 per person--starting at 12:30
Lots of fun all day long!
Bingo starting at noon

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Farmers Market

This is a great step in the right direction.

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Farmers Market

via Tomball, Texas by The Administrator on 4/22/09

The City of Tomball is making plans to host a monthly farmer's market at the Historic Downtown Depot.

Dates have yet to be announced, but the city is currently accepting applications for sellers to take part in the market. Those eligible to participate include farmers, growers and producers of Harris, Fort Bend, Waller, Washington, Grimes and Montgomery Counties and those who hold all required permits.

Farmers Market Vendor Application

As reported in: The Tribune

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Microsoft gives $4.5 million to Houston library

Microsoft and Google are great examples of how companies should share. Thanks Microsoft.

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Microsoft gives $4.5 million to Houston library

via chron.com Chronicle on 4/20/09

Assisted by a $4.5 million grant from software giant Microsoft Corp., Houston library officials this morning launched an ambitious, multi-pronged effort to bring computer literacy services to tens of thousands underserved Houston residents.

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Two of CaptBootleg's Custom Skateboards

Two of CaptBootleg's Custom Skateboards
Originally uploaded by Jesse C Smith Jr

This is another Skateboard he has completed.

Custom Skate Board by CaptBootleg

Custom Skate Board by CaptBootleg
Originally uploaded by Jesse C Smith Jr

My neighbor customizes Skate boards then donates them to children in need.

Heavy Rain we need

Heavy Rain we need
Originally uploaded by Jesse C Smith Jr

My backyard needed the rain.

Container House Example

Container House Example
Originally uploaded by Jesse C Smith Jr

This is what a 20' Shipping Container can be made to look like.

Weird Tree in Back Yard

Weird Tree
Originally uploaded by Jesse C Smith Jr

It withstood IKE.

Need Your Local Input Tomball Area

ATTENTION

My blog needs your comments. If you don't like the opinions I express then leave your comment. I welcome articles of interest from area residents. Any function your organization is having, any need an individual or business has and general information about the area will be posted. I will not post any material relating to or containing sexual content. As I expand our local blog, I will develop areas relating to the nature of the post. I would like to maintain a total local interest. I will post some free local advertisements and they will be identified as such. I will have a TTB recommended list based on the years I have used these businesses. I owe this to the many friends that have helped me survive the peaks and valleys of my life.
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I will always thank Tomagwa, The Terra Verde Church and St Annes for helping me survive.


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Remodeling Shipping Container

Shipping Container
Originally uploaded by Jesse C Smith Jr

I have seen these remodeled and made into small houses. This is my first one to see what I can come up with. Many single homeless people need housing.

What an amazing computer Mac mini

Mac mini
Originally uploaded by Jesse C Smith Jr

This Mac is absolutely a great buy for the money.

My Tomatoes

My Tomatoes
Originally uploaded by Jesse C Smith Jr

This years weather has allowed me to get a 2 month head start on my garden. Send in your garden pictures and I will post them.