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The new year is off to a fine start around my place. In the past few days, I have been delighted to see yellow-rumped warblers, fondly called “butter-butts” by some folks. I’ve also seen ladder-backed and golden-fronted woodpeckers. All were attracted by a hanging block of suet – peanut variety.
This recipe for “Brisket Chili” from Will Budiaman’s “The Essential Kamado Grill Cookbook” (Rockridge Press) can be just what football fans need to stay warm at this year’s tailgate. Photo from Metro Creative
Tailgating at the big game is a timehonored and beloved tradition for millions of football fans. Tailgates tend to be parties in parking lots, and no party is complete without food.
The Art of Bill Hutson is a unique citywide exhibition celebrating the work of artist and San Marcos native Bill Hutson. As part of the show, the Texas State Galleries at Texas State University, San Marcos is featuring a six-piece installation of works by Hutson, the centerpiece of which is “Homestead with signs, symbols and numbers.” This massive painting — over 6 x 9 feet — is accompanied by five preparatory studies for the work, including a sculpture titled “Shotgun for Elton Fax.” The exhibition is on view in the Texas State Galleries foyer through May 18.
“Image of Scorpius” is the latest art exhibition at the San Marcos Art Center featuring the work of world-renowned artist and San Marcos native, Bill Hutson. Hutson, born in 1936, was raised in the Dunbar neighborhood of San Marcos. His work, “Variations on a Marigold (with Scorpius)” will be featured at the San Marcos Art Center from Jan. 12 through March 20 during Art Center hours of operation. Due to the rise in COVID-19 cases, The San Marcos Art League, sponsors of the San Marcos Art Center, invites art lovers to view the piece in the front window of the Art Center on Jan. 16 across from this year’s Hays County CommonUnity MLK Jr. Festival in Downtown San Marcos.
Berried Treasure Strawberry. Photo by Sarah Winter
Left, Patio Sunshine Tempting Tomatoes.
Above, Goodhearted Tempting Tomatoes Photos by Norman Winter
A news flash came across my phone on Friday, Jan. 14, saying “A Major Food Shortage is Coming Again in the United States.” That headline, coupled with what we are seeing in the places we shop, is enough to cause a level of anxiety.
Above, Thai Thai Cafe's green curry, which came with chicken, carrots, broccoli, bell peppers, snow peas, onion, basil, bamboo shoots all mixed with green curry and coconut milk. Below, Thai Thai Cafe's broccoli and beef — a heaping serving of beef, broccoli, carrots, onions, fried rice and a spring roll. Daily Record photos by Lance Winter & Nick Castillo
I’ve often touted Thai food being superior to traditional Chinese food.
M. Ray Perryman
The Census Bureau recently released population estimates by state for the period from July 2020 to July 2021. The total US population scarcely changed, but there were seismic regional shifts.
Copper Canyon Daisies are perfect for pollinators. Photos by Norman Winter
At the Coastal Georgia Botanical Gardens, it was the Copper Canyon daisy that was guaranteed to put all visitors under a spell from the smell. It happened on a regular basis. After a class, I would take the students or clients on a personal tour of the garden. We would exit the side door of the conference center right into the Mediterranean Garden and instantly, they became fixated on a shrubby marigold with a tantalizing fragrance.
Sara Carpenter and the Price Time Dancers. Photo submitted by The Price Center
On Dec. 23, 2021, a crowd overflowed from The Price Center’s 1910 Room as family and friends gathered around a tiny, vibrant woman dressed like a queen.
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