Calendar of Events
CALENDAR 20180920
September 22
Pioneer Day, Pound Farmstead
The Dr. Joseph Pound Historical Farmstead presents its 28thAnnual Pioneer Day on Saturday September 22, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Pound House Farmstead, 570 Founders Park Road. “Experience early Texas for the entire family.” The event will have tours of the restored historical farmstead, artisans, live folk music, special displays of antique cars, pioneer games, horse-drawn covered wagon rides, Civil-War re-enactors, and BBQ. Gate admission will be $7.50, children under 4 are free. Pre-purchase tickets can be obtained for $5 (up until September 20) at thepoundhouse.org.
September 17
U.S Constitution “We the People” at Dripping Springs Community Library
The Dripping Springs Community Library (DSCL) will feature special information and book displays that highlight the U.S. Constitution on Monday September 17, to commemorate September 17, 1787, which is the day delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document. There will also be a “preamble banner” to which library guests can add their signature. The Dripping Springs chapters of the American Revolution provided posters and help with this celebration. DSCL is located at 501 Sportsplex Drive.
September 22
Brent Thurman Bull Riding
The 20thAnnual Brent Thurman Memorial Bull Riding will take place on Saturday, September 22, at Dripping Springs Ranch Park (DSRP), from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults, $10 for children ages 5 to 12, and children under 5 are free.
(The event will also have a “Cowboy Pre-party & Live Auction,” cash bar & light concessions, with no cover at the door.) DSRP is located at 1042 Event Center Drive. For more information visit brentthurman.com .
September 27
Chamber Lunch
The Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly lunch on Thursday September 20, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The luncheon presentation will by by Bonner Carrington, a building and management company of apartment homes. Lunch will be catered by The Salt Lick, and a Sweet Talk Dessert is sponsored by The Pound House Farmstead. For more information visit http://drippingspringstx.org, or call (512) 858-7000.
October
Boo at the Zoo
Boo at the Zoo are fun-filled evening for ghosts and goblins of any age. Come dressed in your Halloween finest (no adult masks, please) and enjoy our Zoo-wide event including the Zoo bedecked in Halloween spookiness, our nocturnal animals, an eerie train ride and unlimited passes through our mansion. Tickets to certain special items within Boo at the Zoo have limited seating. For more information on dates, and dates for Haunted Train Rides and Children’s Show Times, visit: https://austinzoo.org/boo-at-the-zoo/.
October 6
Twilight and Starlight Fundraiser, Pound Farmstead
The Dr. Joseph Pound Historical Farmstead will hold “Twilight and Stars, A Celebration of Dripping Springs,” the evening of Saturday October 6 from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., at the Pound Farmstead, 570 Founders Park Road. An “adult special evening” with tickets and sponsorships from $100. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit thepoundhouse.org.
October 11
Friends Foundation BBQ Fundraiser @ Salt Lick
The Friends Foundation will host their 25th Annual BBQ Fundraiser at The Salt Lick’s Pecan Grove at 18200 RM 1826 in Driftwood, on Thursday, October 11, 2018 from 5 p.m. to 9p.m. Guests will enjoy an evening of live music, Salt Lick BBQ, and more. Contact The Friends Foundation if you would like to help by becoming a Sponsor for this event or to donate an item for auction. Visit the web site at: www.thefriendsfoundation.org or call (512) 592 1345. The Friends Foundation is an all-volunteer non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
October 12
Friends Foodie Fundraiser/ 1stAnnual Book Sale
The Friends of the Dripping Springs Community Library will hold their first Friends Foodie Fundraiser on Friday October 12, from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Wilson AC & Appliance. There will be cooking demonstrations, tastings, author signing, wine and hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction, and “first dibs on a used cookbook sale. For more information visit: https://bit.ly/2NDY0v7.
October 13
Divorce is scary, but it doesn’t have to be
Women in Confidence Program: The Dripping Springs Community Library (DSCL) will host a presentation by Wealth Advisor Amy Colton and Attorney at Law Jennifer Cochran-Green entitled “Divorce is scary, but it doesn’t have to be,” from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday October13. The presentation is part of the library’s Fall “Women in Confidence Program,” held every second Saturday of the month during the Fall. DSCL is located at 501 Sportsplex Road. For more information call (512) 858-7825.
November 10
Tough questions everyone should ask their financial advisor
Women in Confidence Program: The Dripping Springs Community Library (DSCL) will host a presentation by Wealth Advisor Amy Colton and Attorney at Law Jennifer Cochran-Green entitled “Tough questions everyone should ask their financial advisor,” from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday November 10. The presentation is part of the library’s Fall “Women in Confidence Program,” held every second Saturday of the month during the Fall. DSCL is located at 501 Sportsplex Road. For more information call (512) 858-7825.
December 1
Redbud Artisan Market
Redbud Artisan Market will hold a holiday show on Saturday December 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and on Sunday December 2, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at Dripping Springs Ranch Park, 1042 Event Center Drive. The indoor show will feature unique handmade art and craft from over 60 Texas artisans, as well as live music, and food by Space Cowboy Catering, and wine from Austin Custom Winery and Red Road Winery. For more information contact Kathy Hill at (512) 858-7892, or via email at [email protected]. Vendor spaces are still available.
December 8
Financial and legal end-of-year advice
Women in Confidence Program: The Dripping Springs Community Library (DSCL) will host a presentation by Wealth Advisor Amy Colton and Attorney at Law Jennifer Cochran-Green entitled “How to wrap up the end of the year. Go from naughty to nice with these legal, financial, and tax saving tips,” from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday December 8. The presentation is part of the library’s Fall “Women in Confidence Program,” held every second Saturday of the month during the Fall. DSCL is located at 501 Sportsplex Road. For more information call (512) 858-7825.
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RECURRING EVENTS
New Recurring Event:
Open Mike Night at Austin Java
(Every Wednesday)
Austin Java is now hosting an open mic night every Wednesday from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. at its Dripping Springs location, 3799 Hwy 290, under its shady canopy. Performers can showcase their musical, comedy, or other artistic talents. For more information call (512) 829-5314
Dripping Springs Community Skate Night
Drip Skateboarding and the City of Dripping Springs have collaborated to bring a community skate night to Dripping Springs Ranch Park (DSRP). Skate night is every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. The press release says, “The ground at DSRP is buttery smooth. On push and you will roll forever! Skate nights are for all ages, so bring your kids, moms, dads, and anyone else that wants to come skate with us. We look forward to seeing you there.”
Knights of Columbus Coffee
(Every Thursday)
Join fellow Knights for conversation and coffee, every Thursday at 9:30 a.m. at Mazama’s on Mercer Street. All men of the parish are welcome.
All Abilities Chair Exercise: Mind, Body, Soul Series
Mondays 9:15 - 10:15 a.m.
The Dripping Springs Community Library Meeting Room. All are invited to come play, laugh and sing as we experience the physical, social, emotional, and mental benefits of this Mind, Body, Soul Series. Your instructor, Carla Daws, has been enthusiastically teaching exercise and yoga for more than 7 years in the Texas Hill Country. This unique program is in partnership with The Dancing Tree in Wimberley. In order to best accommodate everyone, please let the library staff know you will be there by emailing [email protected]. You can also call 512.858.7825. Join us each Monday!
Dripping Springs Lion’s Club
(First and Third Mondays of each month)
The Dripping Springs Lion’s Club invites the public to come to a meeting and learn how they support the Dripping Springs community. The Lions meet at 6:30 PM in the Special Events room of the Dripping Springs Ranch Park, 1042 Event Center Dr.
Dripping Springs ISD School Board Meeting
(Fourth Monday of each month)
Agendas are posted 72 hours prior to regular meetings, on the District’s website and at the DSISD Central Administration Building. Meeting starts at 6 p.m.
DSISD Central Administration Building Boardroom, 510 West Mercer Street
http://www.dsisdtx.us/index.aspx?NID=112
Dripping Springs Toastmasters
(Every Tuesday)
Improve your communication and speaking skills with us while enjoying an hour of fun, growth and great energy. We meet weekly on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at Pioneer Bank, 100 Creek Road. Our club is open to the community so please visit!
Dripping Springs Farmer’s Market
(Every Wednesday)
3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
“At the triangle” Hwy 290/RR12
First Thursday
(First Thursday of each month)
Experience Downtown Dripping Springs like never before. All grown up and open late on the First Thursday of each month. Enjoy special activities, music, art, dining and shopping. Make it a night to remember with someone special. 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. More information at firstthursdaydrippingsprings.org.
American Legion Post Meeting
(First Thursday of each month)
American Legion Post 290 of Dripping Springs invites all Veterans to their meetings in the old Stephenson Building (the old Hays County Precinct 4 Office), 101 Old Fitzhugh Road, just left of the Masonic Lodge Building on Mercer. Meetings start at 7 PM.
Veterans of Foreign Wars
(Third Thursday of each month)
Dripping Springs VFW Post 2933 invites all eligible veterans to their meetings in the old Stephenson Building (the old Hays County Precinct 4 Office), 101 Old Fitzhugh Road, just left of the Masonic Lodge Building on Mercer. Meetings start at 7 PM.
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