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Jacob Zimmerman stars as Willy Wonka (front) with Robin Smith as Mike Teavee on the left and Adrian Castanon Jr. as Charlie Bucket on the right.
Photo provided by Broke Thespian's Theatre

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The cast of “Willy Wonka” rehearses on the San Marcos Plaza Park Stage. The free musical will open at 7:30 July 14.
Photo provided by Broke Thespian's Theatre

Willy Wonka performance from the Broke Thespians

Have you received your Golden Ticket? If not, don’t despair because the Broke Thespian's Theatre Company is ready to deliver it with its second annual summer musical, “Willy Wonka.”

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MEDITATE AND DRAW

I’m a naturally anxious individual and use meditation and mindfulness techniques daily to keep my cool and progress through my daily tasks without a nervous breakdown. As we all know, life can be difficult these days, what with everyone walking around slightly unhinged in this post-COVID world. If you need to take the edge off, I have a recommendation for you. There will be a Zen Ink Drawing Therapeutic Art Class from 1-2:30 p.m. on Saturday at the Price Center. Relax the mind and body by learning to meditate as you draw repeated patterns. The class is held by Designs by Lettie, and there will be 16 different patterns to choose from. The class is $20 and includes one micro pigment ink pen, drawing paper and a handout with patterns to choose from. The space is limited so reserve your space here eventbrite.com/e/zen-ink-drawingtherapeutic- art-class-tickets-658150394547.

Once you’ve released all your negative thinking, enjoy an outing-without social anxiety-by walking over to Davenport and having one of their delicious cocktails. That is sure to take your relaxation to the next level. Drink responsibly, folks.

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SPONGEBOB'S BIRTHDAY

This weekend at The Porch, they’re asking the question to which every Millennial knows the answer: “Are you ready kids?” If your response is, “Aye, aye, captain,” then they have an event for you. Doors open at 9 p.m. for SpongeBob’s Birthday Party, featuring music by Maddie & The Deadnames and Social Dissonance. Come celebrate the guy who lives in a pineapple under the sea with tiki-themed cocktails, SpongeBob episodes on the protector and a costume contest for the best Bikini Bottom citizen, which is the name of SpongeBob's fictional underwater city. Be sure to use your imagination. Plus, this party has free cake, but don’t let Mr. Krabs find out. Music starts at 10 p.m. There’s a $5 cover charge for 21 and up; $10 cover for 18+.

On Saturday, Austin’s own Monte Montgomery will take the Cheatham Street Warehouse stage. Named one of the Top 50 All-Time Greatest Guitar Players by Guitar Player Magazine, As a singer-songwriter, Montgomery blends bluesy acoustic guitar with a classic singing voice to create a truly Texas sound. This 18+ show starts at 8 p.m. Tickets are available online at cheathamstreet.com/.

WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEKEND?

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

Exploring Nature

A glacier is a large accumulation of ice, snow and sediment that moves down a slope under the gravity of its own weight. The ice is also perfect for cool, refreshing tea.
Photo from Metro Creative

Exploring Nature

Exploring Nature: Elephants

One of the first animals I saw on a long-ago trip to south Africa was an elephant.

Reel in a delicious catfish dinner with tartar sauce

The reel deal: Add a side of fries and hush puppies to this catfish dinner for a delicious summer evening feast.
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Reel in a delicious catfish dinner with tartar sauce

There are many different ways to serve fish and an equally diverse array of fish to choose as the centerpiece of such meals. For many, catfish is the quintessential option for lunch or dinner. In the United States, catfish is a largely southern delicacy, and it is served predominately across Texas, Louisiana, Tennessee and Georgia. However, anyone with access to fresh catfish can whip up a tasty serving.

Summer Gardens

Ants will protect Honeydew insects from natural predators.
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Summer Gardens
Summer Gardens

Scale insects produce Honeydew, which attracts fungi, which causes sooty mold.

Summer Gardens
Summer Gardens

The fungi species depends on a number of factors.
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Summer Gardens

What’s Honeydew got to do with it?

Lazing Lizard

A green anole attempts to camouflage itself as a leaf on the bud of a soon-to-bloom hibiscus. Related to the iguana and native to the Southern US and the West Indies, anoles eat spiders, crickets, beetles and flies.
Photo by Celeste Cook

Lazing Lizard

Lazing Lizard

Radiating authenticity
Radiating authenticity

Radiating authenticity

Have you been admiring just how spectacular the moon has been this week? I’ve been feeling a bit on the dark side, but the magnificent fullness radiating the luminous luster of this Capricorn moon serves as my motivational muse for this week’s column.

H-E-B sends care packages to military servicemembers in celebration of Independence Day

H-E-B plans send 1,000 care packages to military servicemembers. To nominate an active duty servicememember, visit the H-E-B Facebook page at facebook.com/HEB/
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H-E-B sends care packages to military servicemembers in celebration of Independence Day

In honor of Independence Day, H-E-B will deliver 1,000 care packages to Texas military servicemembers serving the country away from home.

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