Calendar of Events
Now thru July 4
Free Admission to Veterans at Sea World
Beginning May 24 through July 4, 2018, U.S. veterans and up to three guests may enjoy free admission to SeaWorld San Antonio as well as other SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment properties across the U.S. This new offer joins the ongoing Waves of Honor program that offers complimentary admission to any U.S. active duty military, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman once per year, for the military personnel and as many as three direct dependents. Veterans must redeem their complimentary single-day ticket(s) online at www.WavesofHonor.com, and the free tickets are available online only (not available at the front gate for each park).
June 6
Chamber Coffee Connector
The Chamber of Commerce will hold a “Chamber Coffee Connector” on Wednesday June 6, at 8:15 a.m., at Mazama Coffee, 301 Mercer Street.
June 7
First Thursday
Experience Downtown Dripping Springs’ Mercer Street 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.
June 8 - 10
Blanco Lavender Festival
Visit Blanco for its Blanco Lavender Festival June 8 and 9 at the Blanco Courthouse Square. Blanco is the Lavender Capital of Texas and holds a great “Lavender Festival” each June with vendors, displays, tours & entertainment. The entire town the surrounding countryside will be bathed in lavender during the Festival. The Lavender Market, on the grounds of the historic Blanco County Courthouse, is always a must-see highlight of the festival. Selected vendors and artists from across the Hill Country offer lavenderrelated pleasures and treasures from the finest craftsmen. For more information visit http://www.blancolavenderfest.com.
June 23
PEC Annual Meeting
PEC will have it’s annual meeting on Saturday June 23, at Smithson Valley High School, 14001 Texas 46, in Spring Branch, from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The press release said, “We invite you to attend this day of family fun, including door prizes, food, activities and exhibits. Members of districts 1, 6, and 7 will also elect district directors. Learn the election results, get caught up on our accomplishments over the past year and take a peek at the exciting developments we have in store moving forward.” PEC voting districts are printed on your electric bill. This is a change from previous at-large elections. For more information on PEC’s 2018 election, visit pec. coop/election.
June 25
Vacation Bible School
Sunset Canyon Baptist Church will hold its vacation bible school, called “Game On,” from Monday June 25 to Thursday June 28. Classes are from 8:30 a.m. to noon for all four days, and the program is aimed for 4 year-olds up to fifth graders. For more information visit sunsetcanyonchurch.org, or call (512) 894-0480.
July 3
Precinct 4, Fourth of July Celebration
Hays County Precinct 4 will hold an early Fourth of July celebration on Tuesday July 3, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at 195 Roger Hanks Parkway. Hot dogs, chips, refreshments, and desserts will be served. The public is invited.
RECURRING EVENTS
Dripping Springs Farmer’s Market
Wednesdays: 3 p.m.—6 p.m.
At the triangle: Hwy 290/RR12
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