The San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site and Museum hosted the Father of Texas celebration Saturday, Nov. 2. Several demonstrations were presented by volunteers, including the hewing of a log, the training of new Texian Army soldiers, and sewing. Pictured hewing the log is Martin St-Jacques of Southwest Log and Timber Works. Pictured training new recruits is John Keahey. Pictured sewing clothes and other goods are Peggy Vallas, left, and Susan Kelm.