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Did you know that The Ritz Theatre is one of the last historic buildings remaining in Corpus Christi? It was built in 1929 and was the first talking movie theater in the area. The Ritz was one of the finest theaters in Texas and is now best known as The Ritz Music Hall, which housed a great range of artists from Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, and Stevie Ray Vaughn to Metallica and Def Leppard in the 70s. Recently, PATCH, the non-profit organization behind the restoration of The Ritz, has launched a dynamic new action plan. They have published a manifesto about Corpus Christi, a "State of The Ritz" document, and a call to the community for help.

South Texas Botanical Gardens & Nature Center showcases colorful and unusual plants, including cacti, hibiscus, roses, plumeria, and orchids. Explore the Arid Garden, Water Garden, Sensory Garden, Butterfly Garden, Hummingbird Garden, and the shaded Bird & Butterfly Trail. Take the opportunity to mingle with fluttering butterflies, who will often stop and rest on an available arm or shoulder. Be adventurous and hike the nature trail through 30 acres of native brush to see native plants, deer, javelina, and coyotes.

Check out a show at one of the city's premier music venues, the House of Rock, where bands from across the state and around the region love to play at this club when they're in town. The venue and bar welcome bands that play all genres of music, providing an intimate setting that can accommodate about 600 people. Bands like Devildriver, Oceano, Cannibal Corpse, Haste The Day, Chiodos, The Expendables, and Jeffree Starr have performed at the venue. Don't forget the extra comforts that The House of Rock offers, such as happy hour, drink specials, foosball, pool tables, and more.