Calendar of Events
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.com for 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 16
Outdoor Movie Night
“Back to the Future” is playing at Founders Pool. Join us at the pool to float or sit poolside for this family favorite! Gates open at 8 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 or at http://www.drpoundhistoricalfarmstead.org.
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
September 1 - Nov 3
Hays County Master Gardener Classes
The Hays County Master Gardener Association will hold its fall training program beginning Saturday September 1, and concluding Saturday November 3. The classes will feature speakers from the horticultural/gardening industry and present programs to expand gardening knowledge. Cost is $200 per person, and enrollment deadline is August 17 (5 p.m.),or when the class reaches capacity. Class fee increases to $225 after August
17. The fall class is limited to 30 seats. For more information, or to sign up, visit https://txmg.org/hays/.
September 15
Hill Country Rally for Kids Car Show
Show off your car or motorcycle and compete in the Hill Country Rally for Kids Car Show on Saturday September 15 on Mercer Street! There will be professional and kid judges. We have a lot of new entries this year and several different styles of trophies. Please come out, support the kids and let them experiecnce a great Car & Bike Show! Registration is currently open, visit http://www.hcrally.com/car-show.
HCRK is a non-profit whose mission is to raise awareness and fund children’s charities.
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