COMMUNITY CALENDAR March 19
Editors’ Note: Due to recent health concerns, please go online or call to confirm events.
March 9-20
Robot Mania: Spring Break at Science Mill
The Science Mill’s “Robot Mania Spring Break,” from March 9-20; and March 16-20, will include racing, building, and coding robots at special pop-up stations all over the museum. “Grab an iPad and head to the mBot obstacle course to race against other robot operators. Step behind the joystick to maneuver extreme K’Nex machines. Ready to build your own robot? Design and program a one-of-a-kind creation! Robot Mania activities will take place Monday-Friday, and the museum will also be open Saturday and Sunday. Check the Science Mill website for activity dates and times.” For more information visit https://www.sciencemill.org/upcoming-events-1/ ; or email [email protected] . The Science Mill is located at 101 S. Lady Bird Lane, in Johnson City. Admission: 0-2 years old – free, 3-18 (or with student ID) $9.50, Adults $11, Seniors (65+) $9 and Military $5.50. Learning Lab $5.
March 17
City Council Meeting - Cancelled
The DS City Council meeting scheduled for Tue. March 17 has been cancelled.
March 30; and April 11
Westcave Preserve Bird Walk
The Westcave Preserve will hold “Warbler Bird Walks” on March 18, 30; and April 11. “Join us for a bird walk this spring led by local avian biologists. Westcave hosts over 170 species of birds and spring migration is one of the best times to experience our avian population. From the endangered golden-cheeked warbler to the colorful painted bunting we have it all!” Duration of walk will be one to two hours. Registration is $20 per person, each tour has a maximum capacity. Book online. https://westcave.org/events/warbler-walks . Westcave Preserve is located at 24814 Hamilton Pool Road, Round Mountain; (512) 825-3442.
March 26
Chamber Luncheon - Cancelled
The Chamber of Commerce cancelled its monthly luncheon at The Terrace Club, on Thursday March 26, due to COVID-19 concerns.
For more information on the DS Chamber, visit https://drippingspringstx.org, or call (512) 858-7000.
April 4
Hill Country Living Festival & Rainwater Revival
The Hill Country Living Festival & Rainwater Revival festival will take place on Saturday April 4, form 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., at DS Ranch Park Event Center, 1042 Event Center Drive. “Come celebrate the art of catching rain and living lightly, responsibly, and beautifully in the Texas Hill Country. Free fun for all ages. 75+ vendors & exhibitors, artisan & food purveyor marketplace, native & draught-tolerant plants for sale, acoustic music stage, 21+ Hill Country Tasting Room, Airstream & vintage tricked-out trailers, and more!” For more information visit RainwaterRevival.com .
April 4
Burke Center Mad Hatters Gala
The Burke Center for Youth will hold its “Mad Hatters Gala” on Saturday Apr. 4 at HHS, 12495 Silver Creek Road. “Journey down the rabbit hole for a night to remember with dinner, drinks, a live auction, and great entertainment.” Proceeds will be used to buy furniture for the new dormitory at the Burke Center. For more information, and sponsorship opportunities, visit burkecenterforyouth.org/gala , or contact Steve Fournier at [email protected].
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RECURRING EVENTS
Hill Country Christian Business Networking Alliance
The Hill Country Christian Business Networking Alliance meets for breakfast at El Rey Restaurant, 2400 U.S. 290, every Wed. at 8:30 a.m. For more information, contact Trey Powers at [email protected].
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.
Veteran’s Park “at the triangle” at 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.
Photographers of Dripping Springs
POD meets at every 4th Thurs. at 6 p.m. at the Holy Spirit Episcopal Church, 301 Hays Country Acres. Visit Photographersofds.us for more information
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