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No matter what anyone says, the capital of Belgium is not waffle.
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Waffles for breakfast, lunch and dinner

Few people can resist the appeal of waffles. They’re tasty in the morning for breakfast, and equally at home in the afternoons or evening with chicken or ice cream accompanying them. Indeed, few foods can be enjoyed any time of day as easily as waffles.

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Check out works of art like those pictured at ‘The Big SMAL’ show, which features a creations by local artists.
Photos submitted by the San Marcos Art League

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The ‘Big SMAL Show’ to hold closing reception on Aug. 23

The San Marcos Art League is hosting their annual members’ showcase once again at the Price Center & Garden throughout the remainder of August. The show includes works from over 60 artists from San Marcos and the surrounding areas in a variety of mediums including acrylic, watercolor, mixed media, woodworking and more. The show takes place each year from July though August at the Price Center, and has made a point to showcase the works of the members of the San Marcos Art League and of the San Marcos art community. This show aims to provide representation of the art culture of the city. After Aug. 29, the exhibit will close and artwork will no longer be available for viewing.

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BACK TO SCHOOL GIVING

With back to school in San Marcos set for Tuesday, Aug. 15, a tradition I like to celebrate is to take a back to school supply list and get the items, and then donate these to one of the area organizations providing assistance to families. Back to school shopping for me as a youngster growing up on the Southside of Chicago was always a time to look forward to, in that I had babysitting funds to use for 64-count crayon boxes and new Shaeffer fountain pens with turquoise ink cartridges, and later, in high school in New Jersey, I had to buy my own school books, as I was a scholarship student at Oak Knoll in Summit, N.J. This weekend local stores will be crowded and staff busy as parents and children go item by item and get ready for the new school year. Think about paying it forward to the car in back of you in a drive-through or if you can help a family in need in paying for supplies. Be extra considerate of those trying to get those lists taken care of this weekend especially. Summer may be winding down but there is still some joy that can be spread around if you are looking for the opportunity.

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LOOK TO THE SKIES

The younger version of myself would be gobsmacked to hear of my new interest in bird watching. I really never understood the appeal until recently. It might be that my appreciation of nature has matured with age like a fine wine– another appreciation of mine that is positively correlated with the number of years under my belt. A local birder, Stephen Ramirez, hosts a bird walk that travels through local green spaces, preservers and riverside parks. Be up bright and early because the best bird watching, and this event, occurs right when the sun comes up. There will be ten binoculars available to borrow. No furry friends allowed as they might scare off the birds. The location will be announced today on this facebook group link https://www.facebook.com/ groups/SanMarcosBirdWalk. I imagine all of that walking around in the summer is going to have you working up quite a sweat, so I recommend a dip in the beautiful San Marcos river afterward to cool you off. After that, a nap will probably be in order seeing as it will still be very early.

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BACK TO SCHOOL BASH

Tomorrow from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Southside Community Center and Methodist Healthcare Ministries will host its Back to School Bash on the center’s grounds located at 518 S. Guadalupe St. This event, which is co-sponsored by Texas Preparatory School - San Marcos, will feature free haircuts, bookbags and school supplies, as well as complimentary food and drinks and a special gift distribution. If you happen to be out for the Farmer’s Market on The Square, grab some fresh produce, some pastries and a cup of coffee from the Coffee Bar, then head down to Southside Community Center to support local families getting ready for the 2023-2024 school year. Southside encourages those with school-aged children to arrive early because supplies will be available in limited quantities.

Later in the evening, Wake the Dead Coffeehouse will host its monthly Abracadavar Witches’ Market starting at 5 p.m. In addition to locally-made art and jewelry, this weekend’s market will feature sweets such as candy apples, caramel apples, cakesicles, dipped oreos, pretzel rods and rice crispy treats: perfect to put us in the mood for fall, which I promise is coming and hopefully soon.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?

The San Marcos Daily Record suggestions for things to do in and around San Marcos

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CHARLIE AT THE AIRPORT

Today, the taxiway known as Charlie will be the highlight of an event at the San Marcos Regional Airport at 9 a.m. San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson will deliver remarks and those on the scene will have a fine opportunity to see and experience the excitement associated with this first reconstruction of the historic taxiway, since its installation during WWII. While I will not be there this morning, I am planning to go out to the airport on Saturday for my first visit. All things aviation history are important to me and usually I make it a point to go out to regional airports, especially to understand how these contribute to the vitality of a community. We are fortunate in that our airport is a growing, vibrant part of Central Texas. The taxiway reconstruction alone is definitely something to be celebrated, but there is so much more to see at our airport and I encourage more of us to take the time to explore it. To learn more about Taxiway Charlie, visit sanmarcostx.gov/news.

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MOM'S BIRTHDAY MEAL

This really isn’t an event, I’m just going to use this platform to tell you Saturday I’ll be entertaining my mom for her birthday. Happy Birthday Mom! she’ll be 40 as is apparent by her flawless appearance. I’m only kidding… about her age, not her beauty. Since she wants a nice meal for her birthday, that gives me a chance to gush about her birthday present and my favorite local restaurant — Cody’s. This is my favorite place to go when I want to feel fancy and have a guaranteed delicious meal and beverage combo. I like to start with a wedge salad because bacon and blue cheese is a match made in heaven, as bacon is with most things. My favorite dish is their Beef Wellington; my mouth is watering just thinking about that perfectly flaky crust with a tender medium-rare masterpiece nestled inside. Their drinks are delicious too. The This or That is a fun drink that can be ordered as a collins or a martini with whatever house-made infusion they have that day. Last time I had a jalapeno and watermelon martini which was crisp and refreshing. I recommend making a reservation for a weekend night, their out-of-this-world menu is no secret.

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SHAKING IT , BAKING IT

The original Shake Shack opened in New York’s Madison Square Park in 2004 with the goal to serve “elevated versions of American classics: burgers, fries and shakes.” Since then Shake Shack has opened 470 locations worldwide, and until recently, the closest one was in Austin. However on Friday, Tanger Outlets will open its own drive-thru version of the burger franchise, much to my husband’s delight. Ever since the sign went up in the Tanger parking lot, he’s been talking up Shake Shack’s burgers, so that is where we will have lunch. Also on Friday, True Pure Refillery & Craft Bar will be having a sourdough starter workshop at 6 p.m. Guided by sourdough expert Haley Anderson, this beginner’s class includes starter, a glass of kombucha and light refreshments. All participants will go home with a quality sourdough starter. Fee includes all supplies and is $28. On Saturday, True Pure Refillery will host a sip and paint workshop where participants can create their own golden-hour cactus on an 8x10 canvas. All materials and beverages are included. Three times slots are available at noon, 3 and 6 p.m. Each workshop will last about two hours. The fee is $45.

For information or to register for either event, visit the website at trulypurerefillery.com.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?

The San Marcos Daily Record suggestions for things to do in and around San Marcos

Rep. Zweiner recognizes BPSF for a decade of service to the community

Heather Aidala and Rep. Erin Zweiner.
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Rep. Zweiner recognizes BPSF for a decade of service to the community

The proclamation commends BPSF for 10 years of service to the community.

Rep. Zweiner recognizes BPSF for a decade of service to the community

The recently-formed San Marcos Queer Council met on June 29 at Roughhouse Brewing where Texas State Representative Erin Zwiener and her Chief of Staff presented a resolution to the Bobcat Pride Scholarship Fund for a decade of service to the Greater San Marcos emergent adult LGBTQ community.

Make watermelon the centerpiece of a summer meal

Mouth-watering chicken salad features watermelon as its accenting ingredient.
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Make watermelon the centerpiece of a summer meal

Few things are as delicious and refreshing as watermelon on a warm day. Watermelon grows quite readily in summer and is often ready to pick after three months of growing time. Harvesters look for a pale buttery yellow spot on the bottom of watermelon (the ground spot), indicating ripeness. However, shoppers can do their part and pick perfect watermelon at the store. The fruit should be firm, symmetrical and free from bruises, cuts or dents. The melon also should be heavy, as it is comprised of 92 percent water.

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