Tiki Week at Desert Door Distillery Aug. 14 -17 • 12:15 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Tiki Week is back, and the distillery will turn into a Texas-style tropical retreat with bold cocktails, good vibes, and coastal flavors. Order a special tiki drink and take home a souvenir cup. On Saturday, Little Moon Oysters will be bringing a fresh oyster bar while supplies last. More info at www.desertdoor.com. Desert Door Distillery
• 211 Darden Hill Rd. • Driftwood, TX 78619
Relax and Restore Wellness Fair Aug 14 • 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Visit Ledgestone Senior Living on National Relaxation Day for a soothing afternoon dedicated to wellness, calm, and connection. Explore a variety of health and lifestyle offerings from over 20 local vendors and partners, including resources Ledgestone offers to the greater community. Enjoy complimentary giveaways, aromatherapy experiences, nature-inspired art, balance testing and more.
Ledgestone Senior Living Independent Living Building • 13152 Four Star Blvd. • Austin, TX 76737 Run for Relief: Supporting Kerr County Flood Victims Aug 16 • 9 a.m.
This event will raise money for The Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, which supports both urgent needs and longterm recovery after the catastrophic July 4 floods. Every dollar raised will go directly to the fund. Entry is $10 per person. QR codes for online donations and cash accepted at the entrance.
There will be three lap challenges: 2 laps - walk, run, or stroll; 4 laps - walk or run; and 8 laps - run only. There will be awards for first place finishers, plus raffle drawings after each lap. All ages welcome. Contact Raechel Tabereaux at runforrelief@ yahoo.com for more info, to donate items, or to sponsor the event.
Sycamore Springs Middle School • 14451 Sawyer Ranch Rd. • Austin, TX
Concert Series for Flood Relief at Vista Brewing Aug 16 • 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Join Vista Brewing for the Outside the City Limits (OCL) Summer Concert Series in Driftwood. This year, Vista is donating a portion of sales during the concert to July 4th Flood Relief. Also, while this is typically a free concert series, they are asking for a $5 donation which goes directly to flood relief. The goal is to continue to assist with donations over the coming months as our neighbors rebuild.
Donations will be made to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund. Family & dog friendly.
Vista Brewing • 13551 FM 150 W • Driftwood, TX 78619
Kidpreneur Fair Aug 16 • 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Young makers, crafters, and budding business minds ages 8 or older are invited to this special event, where they can showcase their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit by becoming vendors for a day. All items sold must be handmade by the child artist, and might include art, jewelry, slime, bookmarks, crafts, or baked goods. Visit www.dscl.org to register. Dripping Springs Community Library • 501 Sportsplex Dr. • Dripping Springs, TX, 78620
Dripping Springs Farmers Market Aug 20 & 27 • 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
The Dripping Springs Farmer’s Market is held on Wednesdays at Dripping Springs Ranch Park. Visitors can gather and shop for fresh agricultural and related products. For the summer, the market will keep its afternoon schedule, but will move inside into the air conditioning. Dripping Springs Ranch Park • 1042 Event Center Dr. • Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Supper Club Dinner Aug. 21 • 6:30 p.m.
Come and enjoy dinner at Bell Springs Winery. Prix fixe three-course meal prepared by Chef Mike, using farm-to-table ingredients.
Dinner will be served either on the patio under the bistro lights or in the party room if the weather is hot or rainy.
Tickets $35 per person, alcohol not included. Open to the public, reservations required. Details at www.bellspringswinery. com. Bell Springs Winery • 3700 Bell Springs Rd. • Dripping Springs, TX 7862
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND EDUCATION Dripping Springs Community Library The Dripping Springs Community Library hosts multiple events every week. Events include Toddler Story Time, Homeschool Chess Club, Legos @ the Library, Mah-Jongg, Master Gardeners on the Porch, Yoga and more. For library events, visit dscl.org/eventcalendar.
City of Dripping Springs Public Meetings The City of Dripping Springs welcomes residents and others doing business with the city to attend any of the public meetings below.
Streaming options and meeting packets at: cityofdrippingsprings. com. Meetings are traditionally held at City Hall Council Chambers, 511 W. Mercer St., Dripping Springs, TX 78620. See cityofdrippingsprings. com for more information.
City Council Special Meeting Aug 19 • 5:30 p.m.
Parks & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Aug 20 • 6 p.m.
Emergency Management Committee Regular Meeting Aug 21 • 12 p.m.
Utility Commission Regular Meeting Aug 21 • 4 p.m.
Transportation Committee Regular Meeting Aug 25 • 3:30 p.m.
Founders Day Committee Special Meeting Aug 25 • 6:30 p.m.
Hays County Commissioners Court Regular Meeting Aug 19 • 9 a.m.
This is a regular meeting of the Hays County Commissioners Court, the governing body of the county. This group of elected officials and staff oversees the functions and budget for all county-related business.
Hays County Historic Courthouse • 111 E. San Antonio St. • San Marcos, Texas. Streaming option available at hayscountytx. com.
Dripping Springs ISD Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting Aug 25 • 6 p.m.
Live meeting of the DSISD Board of Trustees which sets policy, agenda and strategic planning for the Dripping Springs school district.
Agendas and live streaming option available at dsisdtx.us. Live meeting at the Center for Learning & Leadership • 300 Sportsplex Dr. • Dripping Springs, TX 78620.