Calendar of Events
July 19
Pirate Day
All things pirate abound today at the Dripping Springs Community Library. Join in the revelry and discover pirate stories, pirate treasure and pirate adventure for children of elementary and middle school age. The Pirate Day Party will be from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. This will be a come and go event. Parents, you control how long your pirate time is to be. What to expect? A pirate in costume, a great photo opportunity. Also: games, tattoos, pieces of eight and maybe a treasure map to follow, a pirate snack, eye patch making and wearing? DSCL is located at 501 Sportsplex Drive.
July 19
Outdoor Movie Night
“Finding Nemo” is playing at Founders Pool. Join us at the pool to float or sit poolside for this family favorite! Gates open 8:00 p.m., movie begins at 8:30 p.m., and lifeguards will be on duty. Tickets are $3 per person and available at the gate. For more information visit http://www.drpoundhistoricalfarmstead.org.
July 25
Will Parker Performs
Will Parker will perform at the Dripping Springs Community Library (DSCL) on Wednesday, July 25, at 3 p.m. Parker is a children’s songwriter and teaching artist. During Will’s whimsical and interactive shows, he plays guitar and harmonica and sings songs that open us up to the world of imagination while simultaneously validating the human experience. All ages welcome! The performance is free, but preregistration is requested at https://bit.ly/2IFBzSJ; or by calling (512) 858-7825. DSCL is located at 501 Sportsplex Drive.
July 27 – July 29
7th Annual Dripping Springs Fair and Rodeo
The 7th Annual Dripping Springs Fair and Rodeo will return to Dripping Springs Ranch Park and Event Center (DSRP) July 27-29 with thrilling rodeo action, live entertainment, a steer show, a Mutton Bustin’ Shootout, good food and drinks, kid’s activities, and family fun. Visit http://www.drippingspringsfairandrodeo.comfor details.
July 29
Coffee with Cars
Come by Greater Goods Cofee between 8 a.m. and 11 a.m. for a meet up of car enthusiasts. The show is free to the public and anyone with a hot rod, muscle car, sports car, exotic, classic truck, or unique ride is welcomed to come out and put your car on display! Great coffee served on-site by Greater Goods and we will have a food vendor. 160 McGregor Lane.
July 31
Books with Rhythm
Blue’s Journey, a program in the “Books with Rhythm” series for ages 9 to 12, will take place at the Dripping Springs Community Library (DSCL) on Tuesday July 31 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Janet Hemingway will share the history of “The Blues” using the book by Walter Dean Myers, an award winning black author and poet. The press release states, “We will track the development of the Blues, ‘meet’ some greats who sang and played the Blues, and create something special to take home.” For more information call (512) 858-7825. DSCL is located at 501 Sportsplex Drive.
Multi-July Dates
Library Summer Club Reading Parties
The Dripping Springs Community Library will wrap up its summer reading with prize parties. Each party will have simple snacks, games, and the announcement of the winners. The parties will be as follows: Ages 0-3: Tues, July 31: 11–11:30am Ages 9-12: Wednesday, August 1st at 5:30-6:00pm Ages 6-8: Thursday, August 2nd at 4:00-4:30pm Ages 4-5: Friday, August 3rd at 11:00-11:30am Please contact the library for more information at (512) 858-7825. DSCL is located at 501 Sportsplex Drive.
August 18
Hill Country Shootout
The St. Martin de Porres Knights of Columbus will hold their annual Hill Country Shootout, a sporting clay competition and fundraiser, on August 18, at the Hog Heaven Sporting Club, 24905 Ranch Road 12. Proceeds of the event will directly support charitable activities in the community. The 24-station event will hold competitions for top men’s, women’s, and junior shooters. Festivities will continue after the Shootout with a catered lunch, door prizes, and raffle drawings. For more info, or to sign up, visit hillcountryshootout.com