CRUISING TO CINEMA
This weekend is the Endora Film Festival and the Scrambled Genius Film Fest—presented by the San Marcos Cinema Club, which will be a blend of cinema, live music, poetry performances and more.
For me, the drive out to the area is quite beautiful.
I’m going to cruise on my motorcycle to the festival on Saturday (Endora Film Fest) although the Scrambled Genius Film Fest is Sunday if that is your preference.
Both offer a fine array of films and special guest appearances.s I’ll probably start early and travel down some of the farm to market roads in the area—well-bundled of course. The show starts Saturday at 10:30 a.m. at the Palace in Seguin, and the other event is Sunday at 9:30 a.m. at the Gaslight Baker in Lockhart.
Day passes are $10 and can be purchased here filmfreeway.com/LostRiverFilmFest/tickets.
I’m thinking after my crisp ride, I’ll want to hang at home by the fire, so I’ll stop by Three Six General on my way home for a steak and libations.
I have a fire pit in my backyard, so I’ll warm up there for a bit then get to cooking.
If I’m still feeling social, I may head over to Patio Dolcetto where I often like to go to drink wine and work on my personal writing.
WOMEN AND WELLNESS
To say I am excited about an upcoming event is an understatement. On Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at the Cephus House, Community Center, 213 Martin Luther Kind Drive, I will have an opportunity to meet with and share knowledge with some of the most celebrated women in Central Texas. 'Nurturing Mind, Body & Spirit, A Woman's Wellness Event,' is hosted by Trisha Taylor, emcee and MKA Foundation Ambassador and JoAnn Parsons of the Cephus House, with moments of inspiration provided by Susan Narvaiz, keynote speaker, and Sundae Oaks, owner of Brooklyn Jaynes Boutique; Melissa Rodriguez, chief executive officer of Hays-Caldwell Women's Center; Dr. Naomi Coleman Medina, Metamorphosis and Rona Walton, author of 'Leap of Faith.' Tickets are $20 and are tax deductible. Call or text 512-557-5800 for additional information. With so much on the average woman's plate today, why not consider taking this day and treating yourself to these hours where one may embrace the concept of keeping the trinity of wellness: mind, body and spirit, at the forefront of planning the holiday months facing all of us with a sense of purpose and calm.
COOL DAYS, HOT CHILI
It’s gotten a little chilly recently, which means we could use a little chili. Fortunately, Devil’s Backbone Tavern has got us covered with the Legendary Backbone Chili Cookoff launching Saturday, Nov. 4.
Teams will cook their special recipe chili from scratch on-site starting at 8 a.m. Tasting and judging will begin at 1 p.m., with a People’s Choice vote to decide the Hill Country’s best chili. The winning team will receive $750 and a hand-carved trophy. Chili will be judged by taste, aroma, consistency, color and aftertaste.
Worried about those silly fillers like beans and macaroni? Fear not, this competition is for the San Antonio-style chili purists: No beans, rice, hominy or similar ingredients permitted. Tickets for this event are $10 for tasting and judging. Get them at tickets.holdmyticket.com/tickets/416023 or on the Devil’s Backbone website at devilsbackbonetavern.com/live-music
The San Marcos Daily Record suggestions for things to do in and around San Marcos
Monarch butterflies are making their way through San Marcos on their 2,500-mile journey from Canada to Mexico.
Photo by Celeste Cook
It’s showtime! Tickets are on sale now for “Beetlejuice,” the Broadway musical comedy that will make its Austin premiere Feb. 6 - 11 as part of Texas Performing Arts Broadway in Austin series at Bass Concert Hall.
Photos submitted by Gary Job Corps
Gary Job Corps Security Cadets assisted with crowd and traffic control at LBJ Birthday Bash. This year’s event was held at Gemstone Palace in Kyle.
Volunteers gather on the steps of the Old First Baptist Church during a previous Harvey Miller Day of Service.
Photos submitted by the Dunbar Heritage Association
DHA members commemorate last year’s Harvey Miller Day of Service on Nov. 5, 2022, from the steps of the Cephas House. The Old Baptist Church and the Cephas House are part of the historic Dunbar Neighborhood.
Dunbar Heritage Association honors Harvey Miller with annual Neighborhood Clean Up & Food Donation Drop Off
“Interludes of Reinvention” is a journey of self-discovery with movement and choreography, presented by the seniors in the Texas State Divison of Dance Nov. 9 11 at Evan’s Auditorium.
Poster courtesy of Dance Division
Texas State University’s Division of Dance presents Interludes of Reinvention in Evans Auditorium Nov. 9 through Nov. 11 beginning at 7:30 p.m.
November 4, 2023 | 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. | Clean up begins @ Eddie Durham Park Drop off non-perishable food donations between 9 - 11:30 a.m. at Dunbar Recreation Center Register to Volunteer (or just show up): forms.gle/M3bGbBu1hMcLHS6h7
First Step School children made Halloween cards for the veterans at Brookdale Senior Living. The cards were attached to snacks (Chips or Rice Krispies) for the veterans at Brookdale. Pictured are Bryttany Gamez, Program Coordinator, presenting Felicita Ruiz, Executive Director, with a basket of treats and cards.
Photos by Bernie Adams, VFW historian
First Step School students who made Halloween cards pose with their teachers Kaitlyn on the left and Kimberly on the right.
First Step School sends holiday cards to veterans at Brookdale Senior Living
Submitted photos
The Aquarena Springs Symphonic Band will present a musical program titled “Music for a Masquerade and Contest Toooo…” in conjunction with a costume contest tonight at 6 p.m. at the Price Center and Garden.
HALLOWEEN TREATS OVER TRICKS
Over the weekend and on to Halloween on Tuesday, there are many places to take children for costume wearing and candy gathering. For example, one can never have too much of the San Marcos Mermaids and this Saturday, they are hosting their 2nd Annual Trunk or Treat [of course, tails] event at Roughhouse Brewing, located at 680 Oakwood Loop. There is plenty of free parking and the event is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. People are encouraged to dress in costume and all ages are welcome to come to this family-friendly event that will showcase a skeleton scavenger hunt [not certain, what this will 'en-tail']. Food and drink will be available at the event but organizers recommend that those planning to attend arrive early. Proceeds from this event will benefit the San Marcos River Foundation and staff will be on site at the event to share why that is a worthy plan. Mermaids will be decked out with themes of their own at each vehicle. Remember, this is also Homecoming Weekend for Texas State University–the Bobcats are just one win away from being bowl eligible and they face Troy from Alabama. I know I will be watching that game and cheering them on.
SHIVERING IN ANTI–CIPATION
'I Would Like, If I May, To Take You On A Strange Journey,' - Rocky Horror Picture Show.
I love the cult classic, which has all the elements of fine entertainment: cross dressing, singing and scantily clad humans finding their sexuality. This Saturday, Starlet Burlesque presents their annual live performance of the Rocky Horror Picture show— a film from 1975 that stars Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon and Barry Bostwick. The show will be hosted by Gabe Cortez, a local comedian, and one of my good friends. If you have never seen a live rendition of the film, then you are in for a treat. You can bring your own props or purchase prop bags at the event and Rocky costumes are encouraged. There will be audience participation requested, so don’t be shy. Table reservations are available for parties of two, four and six, and reserved seating is limited so hop on that. Doors open at 11 p.m., and the show starts at midnight. It is $10 for 21 and over and $15 for 18 and over. Learn more and get your tickets at this link eventbrite.com/e/rocky-horrorpicture- show-tickets-733464009597.
VOLUMES OF FUN AT BOOK SALE
Autumn has finally begun to fall, so if you feel yourself yearning to huddle up under a blanket with a thick book and a cup of cocoa, the post-summer self care is well earned. To help us out with this craving, the San Marcos Public Library is holding its Fall Book Sale Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Hardback books are $2. Paperbacks are $1. They even have antique and collectible books, which will be priced as marked. If you don’t make it out on Friday, don’t fret. Remaining books on Saturday are half price, and then on Sunday, you can get a whole bag of books for $5 (and the library will provide the bag). SMPL accepts credit cards, cash and checks.
On Saturday, get cultural recharge with “Inner Visions - The Art of Blas Lopez” from 3 - 6 p.m. at the Centro Cultural Hispano de San Marcos. A full-time professional artist based in San Antonio, Lopez’s work features vibrant and colorful depictions of Chicano people as resilient, resourceful, proud, beautiful and persevering. View his artwork online at dailypaintworks.com/artists/blas-lopez-11529/ artwork and in person at Centro, located at 211 Lee St.
HALLOWEEN TREATS OVER TRICKS
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