54th Annual Ennis Bluebonnet Trails Festival
April 15 - 17, 2005
Ennis was designated by the 1997 State
Legislature as the home of the "Official Texas Bluebonnet Trail"
and was designated the "Official Bluebonnet City of Texas.". From April 1-30, Ennis showcases over 40
miles of mapped driving Bluebonnet Trails sponsored by the Ennis Garden
Club. These trails are the oldest such trails known in the state,
and tens of thousands of visitors make the short trek to Ennis to view
this wonderful wildflower show. April 15th-17th was
the annual Ennis Bluebonnet street festival featuring local artisans
and live music on the 16th along with good Texas cooking as well as a
hint of the international.
playing some of the biggest hits
on the country dial to date from George Straight to Jimmy Buffet and
everything in between. He even played
"Brick House" throwing a little funk into his country mix. At
one point Ira got down and danced with the audience as he sang on his
cordless head mic. For more info on this band check out www.ibbustinloose.com. 
Finishing up the afternoon The
Mark Gorman Band took stage introducing several new songs that are to
go on their upcoming third CD. Sounds like it's going to be a
good one! Along with the new tunes Mark played all the old songs
you've come to know and love like "I Wish that I Could be a Real Live
Cowboy", "Charlotte", and 