The Maurice T. Suttles VFW Post #3413 is located at 1701 Hunter Rd.
Photo by Celeste Cook
Wheel-N-Deals and Cen-Tex Plus Dance Clubs will host a dinner and dance on Sunday, Sept. 1 at the VFW Post 3413, 1701 Hunter Road. The fundraiser will help pay for storm damages and upgrades to the VFW Hall’s fire suppression system in order to keep the post in operation.
FRIDAY Wake the Dead Coffeehouse Free Range Farmers Market Friday, Aug. 23, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Dalton Sweat Publisher
Rock Bottom String Band started in San Marcos about a decade ago in San Marcos, and this weekend, they are planning to film their next music video at the San Marcos Skatepark. They are asking for people who can do cool tricks at the skatepark to help film what is described as an “early 2000s pop-punk music video.” They will be starting at 9 a.m. on Saturday, so if you’re ready to shred head on down and check it out. Also, there is a fundraiser going on to support the Dunbar Heritage Association. The Chipotle at 401 N LBJ Drive will be sharing 25% of event sales from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. with DHA on Saturday. A minimum of $150 will be donated, according to the Chipotle fundraising website. Make sure and tell the cashier you are there to support Dunbar to make sure your purchase is accounted for in the donation.
Shannon West Staff Reporter
I’m not sure about you, but I could really use some zen in my life right now. There will be a free meet and greet and holistic gathering for women from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday at the Winfield Inn, located at 900 Scott Street in Kyle, which should have just the calming effect I’m looking for. Bring your yoga mat, a journal and a water bottle. There will be “shamangelic breathwork” with Destiny Lehew, a two-hour authentic relating, journaling and Qigong session. The Facebook post said you will “learn to harness the Mystical Lifeforce, or Qi, bringing tranquility and vitality to your body and spirit” in a peaceful outdoor setting. On Sunday, experience what all the kids are calling a “Brat Summer” with a brunch of drag Brat Brunch, which is a Charli XCX tribute drag brunch hosted by Eileen Dover and featuring Joselyn Breezy, Priscilla Poonslinger and MZ Cookie Dlux. I’ve been to one of these brunches, and it was a ton of fun. The brunch menu at Davenport is to die for, and so are the specialty flavored mimosas. Don’t forget to bring a drag queen’s favorite thing — cash for tips.
Celeste Cook Features Editor
Wine, cheese and chocolate are my favorite things, and this weekend Mama Merlot’s Speakeasy in Buda is offering all three. The Speakeasy will host two separate events on Saturday, Aug. 24, one from 6 to 8 p.m. and one from 8 to 10 p.m.. Each tasting will present a variety of wines, artisanal cheeses and decadent chocolates, giving participants a sweet opportunity to unwind, socialize and savor a variety of flavor pairings. According to the Facebook event page, Mama Merlot’s is a members-only club. The $22 price of admission for nonmembers is a day pass for participation. To become a member, email at info@mamamerlots.com or call 512-960-4460. Members only pay $15. For more information about The Speakeasy, visit facebook.com/MamaMerlots.
A swallowtail butterfly sips nectar from a Texas thistle near the banks of the Blanco River in Wimberley.
Photo by Celeste Cook
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The granol-timate snack! Packed with vitamins and minerals and perfect for before school or in the lunch box, these nut-free granola bars are oat of this world.
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Pack breakfast or lunch with a nut-free alternative
Elephant Ears spread to wetland areas, overtaking native species. They are poisonous to animals and their leaves cause skin irritation.
Photos by Celeste Cook
Just mention the plant Kudzu and thoughts of vines choking out vegetation across the southern United States come to mind. Kudzu is a well-known invasive that fits the definition of being a non-native plant which, when introduced, flourishes and is harmful to the environment. To realize the impact of invasive plants, understanding the importance of ecosystems as well as recognizing invasive plants that are problematic in our local environment is essential.
Dear Readers, It’s Leo season, and I’m here to celebrate me, myself, and my fellow Leos— because let's be real, our birthdays are a month-long affair. Last year, I penned “It’s Leo Season, You’re Welcome,” and this year, I’ve got another roar-volutionary Leo triumph tale with a touch of good old-fashioned harmless chaos mixed in.
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The Wimberley Players will present Jack Wright’s touring production of “Neil Diamond Superstar” on Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 17 and 18 at the Wimberley Playhouse. Celebrating the artist’s career that spans five decades, this musical tribute takes audiences on a journey through heartfelt ballads and high-energy rock anthems to deliver a show that knows no parallels.
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